52 32 1900 http://seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/31c681d515a9ee23988a3600be14de28.PDF 07c8e91a6a289d8d44a96130150cd20f PDF Text Text Maritime Wins Support at AFL-CIO Conventon „uooUi,vi,«i«nr.eofoavDelegates to the 15th Annual curity, a healthy balance of pay­ ments and a balanced economy. Constitutional Convention of the Throughout the postwar period, AFL-CIO adopted a strongly however, the industry has been worded maritime resolution ear­ allowed to erode. Unwise budget lier this month. The AFL-CIO and tax measures, directly sub­ recognizes the importance of a strong American merchant fleet sidized foreign competition, and and plans to throw its weight failure to enforce the law^have all contributed to the decline of behind the revitalization of the the nation's shipbuilding and American-flag fleet. maritime transport industry. In * * * The following resolution was 1946, more than 50 percent of unanimously adopted by the American exports and imports were carried in American ves­ AFL-CIO Convention.; sels. After more than three and The maritime industry is cruone-half decades of relentless ciedly important to national se­ decline, American ships now transport less than 5 percent of the nation's trade. To ensure the survival of the nation's maritime sector, the illconceived maritime policies of the Reagan administration must be reversed. For fiscal ydar 1984, the ad­ ministration has requested no funds for the Construction Dif­ ferential Subsidy program, and a cap on loan guarantees is pro­ posed. The Construction Dif­ ferential Subsidy program must (Continued on Page 30.) SlU President Frank Drozak told delegates at the AFL-CIO conven­ tion that "jobs for American work­ ers has to be the first priority of our nation's leader^, and the leaders of the American Labor Movement. Countess apH Princess Sail On House and Senate Move on Crui_ If the seas were as stormy and rough as the rhetoric and political confronted thib supporters (in­ cluding the SIU) of a biU to allow two deep-sea passenger ships to sail under the Amencan flag, no one would want to spend their vacation sailing in that kind ofwea^ther. But H.R. 2883 and S. 1197 steadily plowed their way through the legislative process last month. The biUs would al­ low an American company. Cruise America Inc., to pur­ chase the two 900-passenger luxury Gunard vessels Countess and Princess and operate them in the domestiduassenger trade. Because the slups were built in Denmark, the Jones Act re­ quires a congressional waiver before the ships would be al­ lowed to sail from American port to American port. ^ In an overwhelming 30-10, vote, the full House Merchant Marine and Fisheries Commit­ tee approved the bill, with one At the AFL-CIO_Conygntlon each of them talked Executive Secretary-Treasurer .marine. ClocM^ SIU of Canada Jean Ingrao; SlUNA Vic^res Presidents Joe Saceo. Roy President Roman Gmle^z. ^ aUNA Vice Presiden, Mike Sacco, and SlUNA President Frank Drozak. r.».anrimp>nt and cleared the way amendment, for a House vote later. In the Senate, the Merchant Marine subcommittee held its first set of hearings on its version of the legislation. "It's real simple. It's some­ thing. It's a start. And it is over 1,000 jobs," said Rep. Dennis M. Hertel (D-Mich.) during the House hearings. ' ., But opponents of the legisla­ tion have used anything but sim­ ple tactics to try to kill the legislation. "Many people have come be­ fore us and misled Us . . . time and time again. ... Frankly I resent the inter-union fighting. Why are they fighting? Because some of them weren't getting the jobs," Rep. Mario Bi^ (D-N Y.) House subcommittee chairman told the Senate sub­ committee. Biaggi also noted that many of the same people and groups opposing the re-flagging of the Countess and Princess were the same opponents of the legisla­ tion which aflowed the -S5 - Constitution and Independence to enter the domestic cruise trade. , "If we had listened to them, those ships wouldn't be oper­ ating today," he said. Many of the arguments against the legislation center around claims, several shown to be shaky financial pipedreams ac­ cording to testimony, that sim­ ilar ships could be built as cheaply and quickly in U?S. yards. In addition there are claims that several groups had plans under way to build such ships. .. One federal mantime expert, who asked not be indentified, said, "You see people who say the same thing every time. They never would have built those ships and they're not going to do it now. They just want to make sure nobody else does. Rep. Clay Shaw (R-Ha.) called the arguments against the reflagging legislation "a lot of smokescreen." 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Mlan«®'0 tsue Board October 1983 Eh IS'Jp^sldenl Executive Vice esBs G^mge McCartney Joe Sacco Sacc V%e President Vice President sssr "JgSvofk ^bwSvemwm ^ Editor Mlka Hati Ass^ate ^r Z^mr^ Max Haii. sJSntEdrtor f<lew York Wasrtngto" J,UOG/October t983 Gwen® Editor Washington '-SSnt Etfuor 'Washington /vtiantic, Cult. «too �-• Commission to Study Maritime's Defense Role Amid great expectations, maritime industry representa­ tives heartily endorsed H.R. 3289, legislation proposing a commission to study the na­ tional defense role of the U.S. merchant marine. Upon the completion of the hearings before the Armed Services Committee's Seapower and Strategic and Critical Materials subcommittee, H.R. 3289 was approved and reported to the House of Representatives without amendments. The measure establishes a commission composed of five members—the secretary of the Navy, the Maritime Adminis­ tration and three members ap­ pointed by the president, one each to represent maritime labor unions, shipbuilders and ship operators. The commission's responsibility is to recommend proposals to Congress for main­ taining a merchant marine ca­ pable of satisfying national se­ curity requirements during war or national emergency. In ad­ dition to studying sealift re­ quirements, the commission would also focus on shipyard industrial base needs. Subcommittee chairman. Rep. Charles Bennett (D-Fla.), who is also the bill's author, said, 'T believe that the establishment of this commission will provide a pool of the nation's best phi­ losophy and resources to ensure that the United States maintains its strong position at sea, never allowing itself to become sec­ ondary to the naval strength of the Soviet Union." Despite the fact that the bill was reported out of the subcom­ mittee without any amend­ ments, several maritime experts made suggestions they said would enhance the bill. SIU President Frank Drozak testified on behalf of the AFLCIO's Maritime Trades Depart­ ment (MTD) in support of the legislation; however, Drozak voiced some concerns. He urged that "there must a firm com­ mitment behind the bill and the commission must be com­ prised of authoritative, national figures whose recommendations will be respected." Drozak also suggested that the "commis­ sion's membership be expanded to 12 or 15 members traversing a wide range of representation. He pledged the "wholehearted support of the MTD which stands ready to assist this subcommif-'> tee in any way." MEBA-1 President Jesse Calhoon echoed Drozak's recom- president of the Council of American-flag Ship Operators, supported H.R. 3289 and called it "landmark legislation." Hoi- Members of the House Armed Services Committee listen to SIU President Frank Drozak testify on the need for a commission to study the defenserelated aspects of the nation's merchant marine. They are (I. to r.) Rep. Charles E. Bennet (D-Fla.), two committee staffers, Rep. Floyd Spence (R-S.C.) and Rep. Elwood Hillis (R-lnd.). mendation on the size of the commission. "The legislation now calls for five members. Originally, however, when this proposal was part of the FY 1984 Defense Department au­ thorizations, the commission was to have had nine members, in­ cluding two from each house of Congress. These congressional members have been^deleted fi-om H.R. 3289 which I believe is most unfortunate, for it removes one of the key strengths of the proposal, and the one that can make the difference between success or failure." Admiral James Holloway, loway's major concern rested with the secretary of the Navy as chairman of the commission. "I can think of no individual better qualified by position, in­ tellect, experience or motiva­ tion to serve in the position of chairman of this group than the current secretary of the Navy. However, my concern is that the press of his other responsi­ bilities could make it impossible for him to devote to this com­ mission the kind of high level personal attention that it needs. "I propose that the language of the bill be modified to provide for a deputy chairman, selected by the secretary of the Navy with the concurrence of the Congress. This should be an individual with a distinguished career in the maritime field, ac­ tive or retired, who would be available at all sessions of the commission to assist the chair­ man and act as chairman in the physical absence of the secre­ tary of the Navy," Holloway said. M. Lee Rice, president of the Shipbuilders Council of Amer­ ica, proposed several "goals the commission should try to achieve: to discuss various ap­ proaches to providing sealift, shipbuilding and ship repair as­ sets; to reach conclusions as to the efficiency and effectiveness of various solutions; to recom­ mend a set of actions designed to initiate a long term solution and to create a framework for study and debate of the basic issues and potential solutions." Peter Luciano, executive di­ rector of the Transportation In­ stitute, said the "commission provides an important vehicle for recommending the ways of stopping the hemorrhaging that has beset the maritime industry in recent decades. What is needed is an honest, no-holdsbarred appraisal of real defense needs and the U.S. merchant marine's ability to meet those needs. The law is clear about the merchant marine role in de­ fense; the commission could re­ affirm it." SIU Upgraders visit Nation's Capital SIU upgraders enrolled at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship are invited to the Camp Springs headquarters building to learn how their Union serves Seafarers from management of welfare and pension programs to lobbying campaigns on Capitol Hill. Pictured on the steps of the Capitol with SIU lobbyist Liz D'Amato are John Briggs, Charles Duncan, David Ferguson, Laurie Gavin, Henry Harjadi, Steven Haysllp, Peter Hove, Robert Hurk, John Janssen, John Linton, Exqiual Liwag, Michael Mallini, Louis Mullet, Brenda Murray. Sebastian P/erd^ John Slay and James Varela. October 1983/LOG/3 �Drozak: T/ie Future Is Stormy' -r • • ~ Maritime Trades DepMment Hoids Convention Affirms New Commitment To Strong U.S.-Flag Fieet Two years ago when the Mari­ time Trades Department met for its last biennial convention there was great hope that newly-elected President Ronald Reagan would live up to his pledge to revitalize America's declining maritime and shipbuilding industries. Two weeks ago, the MTD was forced to strongly go on record opposing any more cutbacks in the nation's current maritime progranis and«to forcefully urge the Reagan administration to adopt long-term maritime policies to build a strong and effective fleet and shipyard base. In the last two years, "we have seen an increasingly incoherent and piecemeal approach to maritime policy due in part to the movement of the Maritime Administration from the Department of Commerce to the Department of Transporta­ tion," one of the MTD resolutions stated. Never before has America's merchant fleet been so important, the resolution noted. Yet at a time when the U.S.-flag fleet is shrink­ ing and America's shipyards are closing for lack of work, the fleet and shipbuilding industries of the non-democratic world are expand­ ing at an alarming rate. The Soviet Union has made re­ markable advances into interna­ tional shipping the report said. The Soviet fleet has increased in size some 500 percent since the early 1960s and is much larger than the American fleet, the report stated. "This set of circumstances cre­ ates an urgent need for a new comprehensive and positive U.S. maritime policy shaped to the needs of this country's economic and political position in the world, the resolution declared. The key points of such a program include: An adequate, efficient and modem fleet; A pool of well-trained men and women to crew the vessels; Government subsidies of mer­ chant fleet operations and ship building industries; A well balanced cargo policy; Renewed efforts to expand U.S. fishing and canning indus­ tries. In other business, the 182 dele­ gates to the two-day convention acted on more than 100 resolu­ tions, re-elected officers, heard speakers outline political and leg­ islative programs and problems facing labor and received special reports on the Reagan administra- tion's string of broken promises on the maritime industry and the mas­ sive job dislocation threatened by the new technology. SIU and MTD Resident Frank Drozak told the delegates that de­ spite the recent small decline in unemployment more than 10.6 mil­ lion American men and women have no jobs, another 1.7 million have stopped looking for work and 5.6 million are working part-time when they seek full-time work. In the maritime industry, the unemployment rate far exceeds the nation's average of 9.3 percent. "Our work begins today for the 1984 elections. Our victories in 1984 will come from mobilizing the millions of Americans who have simply had enough," Drozak said. AFL-CIO President Lane Kirkland, in his address to the conven­ tion said, "Political action again holds the key to progress in all other areas that concern labor—at the bargaining table, in the legis­ latures and in national social and economic policy. "Our premise is that America's greatest need isfor national leaders who understand that the business • of government is to advance the interests of all the American peo­ ple, and not merely the rich and powerful." To Promote Industry; Protect Jobs Resolutions The following is a brief break­ down of some of the more im­ portant maritime resolutions acted upon by the AFL-CIO's 1983 Maritime Trades Depart­ ment (MTD) Biennial Conven­ tion held late last month in Hol­ lywood, Fla. issues take up its time and con­ cern. With the Soviet Union in­ creasing its worldwide mer­ chant marine fleet five times more since the early 1960s, the USSR is well ahead of the United States' fleet. These two facts create an urgent need for a new, compre­ hensive and positive U.S. mar­ itime policy shaped to the needs of this country's economic and political position in the world. A comprehensive U.S. mari­ time policy should consist of: • A maritime program which would give: (a) The maintenance and re­ tention of an adequate, efficient and modem fleet equal to the nation's security needs.(b) A pool of well-trained men and women that can be called upon to sail commercial ships or assist the U.S. Armed Forces in time of war or national emer­ gency. (c) A viable commercial ship­ building industry. (Continued on Page 5.)^ I Maritime Policy Over the past decade the U.S. merchant marine fleet h£is greatly deteriorated. At the last MTD Convention in 1981 there was hope that the even-then declin­ ing position of the U.S.-flag fleet would be reversed by the newlyelected President Reagan's campaign pledge to revitalize America's maritime and ship­ building industries. But instead there has been a piecemeal approach to maritime policy due partly by the transfer of Marad to the U.S. Depart­ ment of Transportation from the Department of Commerce. Now Marad no longer is the strong protector of the maritime indus­ try since other transportation i MTD officers being swom in by General Counsel Howard Schulman (second left) are, from left, Stephen J. Leslie, vice-president; Jean Ingrao, executive secretary-treasurer, and Frank Drozak. president. 4/LOG/October 1983 ..-.iv'...-.-. ."ft .... �r Resolutions 1 (Continued from Page 4.) • Recognition that this coun­ try can't maintain a fleet without a minimum of subsidy in a world where many nations heavily subsidize their merchant fleet operations and shipbuilding in­ dustries. Though we know that current subsidy programs may not be the final answer to the preser­ vation of a U.S. fleet, until new mechanisms are put into place, today's subsidy programs shouldn't be eliminated. Nearly 50 percent of the U.S. fleet built here since 1957 was done with subsidy. The pre­ mature liquidation of subsidies since 1981 has meant that not one commercial order has been placed in U.S. shipyards this year, threatening the continued existence of several U.S. ship­ yards, the loss of U.S. shipyard jobs and the continued health of many allied industries. • Recognition by the admin­ istration that the Jones Act is a fundamental defense statute which has served as the back­ bone for the U.S. domestic fleet. The administration must recopnze the importance of the— Jones Act. A maritime policy should also undertake to expand the Jones Act's jurisdictional limits to reflect changing inter­ national attitudes. • A well balanced cargo pol­ icy. No merchant fleet can exist without assured cargoes to carry. Thus the centerpiece of a truly effective maritime program must reserve a portion of U.S. bulk cargoes to U.S.-flag vessels. A comprehensive cargo policy must insure that the administra­ tion continues to monitor and enforce federal agency compli­ ance with existing cargo pref­ erence laws. • Cargo preference laws should also be expanded in all areas. This would include en­ tering into bilateral shipping agreements with America s trading partners so that the U.S. fleet can obtain an equitable share of cargo and ratification of the United Nations Confer­ ence on Trade and Development Code of Conduct for Liner Con­ ferences (UNCTAD) since fail­ ure to ratify will reduce U.S.flag access to many trade routes. • Undertake a program to strengthen U.S.-flag shipping on the Great Lakes and other in­ land waterways. America s ports and navigable waterways play a AFITCIO President L^.e Kiri<tend pledged support of the Labor Federation to Seafarers in their Struggle to keep the U.S. maritime industry afloat. (See page 6.) crucial role in the economic well being of the country, but a com­ prehensive apprx)ach to their operation and maintenance has yet to be formulated. Federal policies now in existence con­ tinue to disadvantage the pri­ vate dredge fleet. Specific poli­ cies must be set forth to take the dredge and tugboat fleets out of the federal realm and place them in the hands of the private sector. • Renewed efforts to encour­ age the expansion and growth of the U.S. fishing and canning industries. Despite enactment of legislation extending the U.S. fishing zone and prohibiting for­ eign fishing fleets from opera­ tion in U.S. waters, the U.S. still imports nearly 69 percent of all fish consumed in this coun­ try. • Development of a viable oceans policy. Legislation has been enacted requiring the use of U.S.-flag, U.S.-built and U.S.crewed vessels in new ocean ventures such as ocean mining and ocean thermal energy con­ version. These ventures, oper­ ating at full capacity, will pro­ vide thousands of new job opportunities in maritime and related industries. The United States must continue to support programs that guarantee full participation by American in­ dustry and labor in the devel­ firom 90,000jobs to a mere 20,000 jobs. The U.S.-flag merchant marine fleet in the last three decades has dropped from 25 Flags of Convenience percent of the world fleet to less Flags of convenience or run­ than 4 percent. During the same away flagships for the last 50 period, the Liberian fleet rose years have cost the U.S. losses from .5 percent of the world in sea jobs, taxes, international total to more than 23 percent! The safety record of the runbalance of payments, in trans­ fer-pricing abuses, overseas fli^t away fleet between 1975 to 1979 of investment capital, oil spills was three times worse than the polluting our seas and shores, record of the traditional mari­ economic blackmail and na­ time fleets. The U.S., the home of the tional security risks. For the last 30 years, the U.S. world's largest flag of conven(Continued on Page 6.) seagoing jobs picture has fallen opment of new marine technol­ ogy. SIU of Canada plays a key role In the affairs of the KfTD. President Roman Gralewicz, right, confers with Secretary Treasutw Roger Desjardlns while Dick Thomasson listens to a committee report. October 1983/LOG/5 f ¥ �"You Are Determined ...We Are With You' AFL-CIO President Lane KIrkland Pledges— Support of Organized Labor Iri Our Struggle § ^ i' ji. V- LANE KIRKLAND, President, AFL-CIO I This convention is as convincing a testament to the durability, tenacity and fighting qualities of the American trade union movement as any­ one could ask. If the critics and crepe hangers who have been saying for 100 years that the Labor Movement can't last had been right, you would not be here. You have absorbed a lot of punishment. For 30 years you have been resisting the slow dis­ integration of America's maritime industry at the hands of those who hold that national safety, industrial power and economic growth depend on the abstract numbers in next year's corporate earnings reports, and not on the tangible assets of seagoing ships and the skills of the workers it takes to build and sail them. The process of driving the American flag from the seas has been all but completed by cut­ throat foreign competitors, aided and abetted by our own policymakers, and a long list of bills aimed at finishing the job are in the works. Yet, here you stand, answering the bell for yet another round, determined as ever to hold fast for as long as it takes for Congress to recognize the mortal danger and begin to retake the ground that has been lost. And in that struggle, as always, the Maritime Trades Department and its affiliates will continue to have the full support of the AFL-CIO. For working people in every trade and indus­ try, the last three years have been the toughest in generations. For all that, as a few of our opponents have begun to notice, the Labor Movement is in better shape and better fighting trim than anyone would guess from the state of the economy. I think it is ironic that some of those who were sayingJust yesterday that the Labor Move­ ment is all washed up are now publicly fretting that we are becoming too powerful in the political arena. We have never stopped trying to advance the interests of working people through every avail­ able avenue. Political Action Holds the Key At this point in history, as often in the past, it is political action that holds the key to progress in all the other areas that concern us—at the bargaining table, in the legislatures and in na­ tional social and economic policy. Our premise is that America's greatest need is for national leaders who understand that the proper business of government is to advance the interests of all the American people, and not just the rich and powerful. Therefore we have worked hard over the last three years to strengthen, from the grassroots up, the unity and solidarity that have been, from the beginning, our only source of strength. The Spirit of Trade Unionism Is Alive No one who attended any of the rallies that took place on Solidarity Day III, in 151 com­ munities in all 50 states, can doubt that the spirit of trade unionism is as alive today as ever in our history . On the basic issues we face, and on the fundamental goals that ought to be pursued by any new administration, I think union members are more closely united than ever before in history. Resolutions: To Promote Industry, Protect American Jobs (Continued from Page 6.) ience fleet, in 1982 boycotted the U .N.'s Conference on Trade and Development Liner Code of Conduct session on phasing out flag of convenience fleets. Re-flagging the U.S.-owned runaway flagships would mean the U.S. merchant fleet would double from 459 ships to 1,294. The MTD calls upon the U.S. government to back the U.N.'s efforts to phase out the runaway registered fleets and supports the International Transport Workers Federation (ITWF) campaign to deregister the flag of convenience fleets. supportive shipyard-mobiliza­ tion base continues on a steady and persistent course toward doom and extinction. In June our active U.S. ocean fleet had 459 ships crewed by 15,552 seafarers. Twenty years ago we had 1,023 ships with 47,017 seafarers aboard. The Competitive Shipping and Shipbuilding Act of 1983 Today, the U.S.-flag, pri­ vately-owned merchant fleet and «• According to U.S. Secretary of the Navy John Lehman ". . . the state of the merchant marine in our country casts doubt on our capability to supply our own needs in peace or war, if ever forced to go it alone," The situation in our nation's shipyards is just as bad if not worse. It's estimated that 12 out of the existing 27 commercial shipyards are in danger of clos­ ing their gates. •y Enactment of the Competi­ tive Shipping and Shipbuilding Act of 1983 (H.R. 1242 and S. 1000) by Rep. Lindy Boggs (DLa.) and Sen. Paul Trible (RVa.) would set the American maritime industry back on a true and steady course. u f I I. . i Bill Lucy, secretary-treasurer of the State County & Municipal Employees (right), listens to the sage comments of Dominic Carnevale, Pluml)ers Union, during a convention lull. 6/LOG/October 1983 It, by increments, reserves U.S. bulk cargo to U.S. ships built in U.S. shipyards starting at 5 percent in the year after the bill passes into law and increas­ ing 1 percent annually until a minimum of 20 percent is reached. By guaranteeing cargo to U.S. ships, the bill should stimulate investment to build and operate new American ships. It's also estimated that the Boggs and Trible bills would preserve 200,000 existing jobs in maritime and related indus­ tries, adding 25,000 jobs in re­ vitalized shipyards, 78,000 jobs in support and allied industries and 9,000 seafaring jobs for the 158 to 268 new U.S. ships. The Runaway Fishing Fleet The U.S. tuna fishing and canning industries are facing their worst crisis ever as about 80 percent of the domestic fishing fleet, which usually sails out of the ports of Los Angeles and San Diego, Calif., has been di­ verted to the Western Pacific. The fishing boat owners out there use cheap foreign labor and don't adhere to strict U.S. safety and environment stand­ ards. Also American canners are relocating worldwide so as to capitalize on cheaper, lowwage labor and to take advan­ tage of tax incentives and lowcost loans. And many countries are dumping large amounts of tuna into the U.S. market at (Continued on Page 8.) �'Our Future Will Be Stormy' MTD President Drozak Calls for Unity of Purp<^ In Maritime's Struggle for Survival and Growth • f-. jl: FRANK DROZAK, President Maritime Trades Department And yes he has destroyed our maritime in­ The future for those of us in maritime and 1983. And fewer than half of black teertagers dustry. Reagan had done in three years what related trades, as well as the entire trade union seeking work could fii«i it. Hispanic unemploy­ our enemies have been trying for years to domovement and for American workers as a whole ment is 14 percent. In the richest nation in the and that is to divide the maritime community, world, this is an absolute disgrace. will be stormy. As important as these statistics are, of equally playing the shipping industry against the ship­ We are undergoing the worst unemployment building industry, one union against the other, crisis since the years of the Great Depression. great long-range concern to all of us are the and one government agency against other gov­ While there may be signs of economic recovery major changes in policies and programs that will ernment agencies. in some quarters, thus far these signs are more affect American workers for decades to come. I ask myself why have we let this happen to Nowhere is this more dramatically demon­ us. Don't we understand an injury to one is an visible on Wall Street than on Main Street. Indeed, one top-level official of the Reagan strated than in the maritime industry. The Construction Differential Subsidy has injury to all? Don't we understand that if one of administration, the Secretary of Commerce, has been virtually eliminated. A wholesale exporting us doesn't live it's a matter of time before the told substantial numbers of unemployed workers of American commercial shipyard jobs is being rest will die? I ask all of you, just think about in our basic industries—the so-called smoke- pursued by the Reagan administration. It has what has happened since this administration has stack" industries—that they should forget their been proposed that no new operating subsidy taken office almost three years ago. Why are we letting this administration divide jobs. These jobs have been exported perma­ contracts be made. nently, he claims, because American industries us and destroy our industry? I don't understand 'There are those who want how this administration can justify to themselves are uncompetitive. To this and other negative voices of this antiand the American people the steps they have to destroy this industry . . . taken to create this disaster. I don't understand, labor administration, the Maritime Trades De­ and take away our johs' while we may have disagreements with each partment and its executive officers will be loud and clear in their response; American workers An unnecessary cap has been placed on the other at one time or another, why we let our­ can be competitive; American workers have Title XI ship finance loan guarantee program. selves be divided and separated on such impor­ rights. We, representing 43 affiliated national The United States Public Health Service hos­ tant issues of concern to all of us. But it has happened, President Reagan has and international unions totalling more dian 8 pitals have been closed, ending centuries of million working men and women, will do every­ medical care for merchant seamen and placing done in three short years what our enemies have thing in our power to see that those rights are a crushing burden on the budgets of seafaring been trying to do for years: divide us and destroy respected. And the right to a job—to employ­ unions. , the maritime industry; destroy our industrial ment security^—^is the most basic of all workers As a result of these and other governmental base, and with it, our jobs. I know some of us will say we can do it alone. actions, thousands of American jobs are being rights. exported and those American maritime and re­ Why should we cooperate with others? There's 'The health^of ow mduMry lated workers who retain their jobs are, directly just one problem. There is no two-pot system is a measure of the health of and indirectly , shouljiering a much greater bur- on this ship. Either we all do well or we all do poorly. If the ship goes down we aU sink to­ our national economy' den. . 1 In addition, there have been constant attacks gether. It may take some of us a little longer, We welcome the recent drop in unemploy­ on the maritime industry from those who seek but it will happen. Maybe some don't care, but ment. But there are still almost 18 million work­ to destroy this industry. There have been as­ most do. So, I ask aU of us to think about what ers unemployed or underemployed when you saults on the Jones Act, on cargo preference is happening. Don't let us be divided, separated total the more than 10.6 million jobless workers, programs and on the Alaska oil export ban—to and be picked apart because we may have another 1.7 million "discouraged workers" who name just a few. These attacks come largely disagreements or disputes with each other. have stopped looking for non-existent jobs, and from people who oppose decent wages and Let me close my remarks by saying to all of an additional 5.6 miUion part-time workers who working conditions for U.S. workers. us what our great leader Paul Hall said to me want full-time work. And, based on an average Only constant policing on our part stands many times, "You don't have to love each other family with three members, the number of people between us and much more serious unemploy­ or like each other, but if we don't respect each paying the price as it relates to unemployment other and cooperate with each other on those ment. . is 54 million Americans. The MTD and its member unions will con­ issues of mutual concern, then our enemies will In the maritime industry, since 1981, com­ sistently address these problems throughout the destroy us—if we don't destroy ourselves first." mercial shipyard employment dropped from next three years. Your executive officers and I will say again let us work together for the 23,067 to 15,507, a 33 percent decline. Pnvate the staff will fight these attacks in the Congress welfare of our people and this great country of sector deep-sea seafaring jobs fell from 17,992 and in the executive agencies. ours and let's turn the tide and make our country to 16,254, a 10 percent drop. On the Great This has been the worst of any administration a place where people are willing to share their Lakes, employment nosedived from 2,848 to toward the American Labor Movement. Un­ concerns with each other and make Amenca 1,632, a massive 43 percent decline. employment is the highest it has been m over The health of our industry can be gauged by 50 years, social programs are being cut to the strong. the health of the economy as a whole. Granted, bone, education is being attacked, hospitaliza­ some sort of economic recovery is under way. tion costs are skyrocketing, and sick people are But the real picture is a lot less rosy than Reagan being deprived of medical attention because they would have us beUeve. Even those workers who can't afford it; our kids are graduating from have relatively secure jobs are faced with the coUege and can't find work; the industrial knowfact that real fanuly earnings have declined by how of this country is being exported foreign; 2 8 percent under the current admimstration. steel mills are closing; auto workers are out of For the rest, the story is summed up by Roger work, and housing is at its lowest point since Brinner, director of U.S. Forecasting for Data Great Depression. Resources, Inc., when he says, "In the eyes of theMr Reagan can say things are getting better, the people who are out of work, we re still in a that the economy is on the upturn and employ­ recession." And even administration economists ment is improving. Yes, I guess it is for some, agree that the rate will remain high through the but not for us. Not for the working men and rest of this decade. women, not for the elderly, the underpnvileged, One of the most somber facts running throu^ the poor and the hungry. The rich are getting Sheet Metal Workers President Edward J. CaraU of this is that two groups—black and Hispamc richer and the poor and working class of Amenca lough confers with secretary-treasurer Cecil Clay during a convention time-out. workers—are not sharing at all in the recovery. are getting poorer. Black unemployment was 20.6 percent in June October 1983/LOG/T KJtll WlIVXJimAVk^ w —^ .[:i; iSi w ' 1 n i 1 't- �,r.«, Bnapshotsof the Maritime Trades Department Convention President Frank Drozak and VP Steve Leslie enjoy a laugh when Leslie, a member of "the Polish connection," was presented a Solidarnosc Tshlrt. r iK- Resolutions (Continued from Page 6.) very low prices thus forcing the remaining American fishing and canning operators out of busi­ ness. The MTD calls upon the U.S. Congress to pass laws increas­ ing tariffs on tupa entering the country so as to stop the dump­ ing of cheaper tuna in the U.S. markets. Merchant Seamen Health Care 4' For almost two centuries the United States accepted respon­ sibility for the meical care of the nation's merchant seamen manning the Fourth Arm of De­ fense. But in October 1981, the federal government turned its back on America's sailors and closed the Public Health Service hospitals and clinics. Today, maritime unions and the industry have been forced to shoulder the hundreds of mil­ lions of dollars in medical care costs. America's merchant sea­ men who have sacrificed life and limb in every conflict have been unfairly denied their traditional benefits. The MTD calls on the gov­ ernment to expedite its report on merchant marine health care, as called for by Congress. It also supports any equitable measure in which the federal government will acknowledge and re-establish responsibility for the health and welfare of American seamen. Ocean Mining The 1980 Deep Seabed Min­ eral Resources Act guarantees .3 8/LOG/October 1983 4'i the use of American-flag vessels and American crews in ocean mining operations. It would mean thousands of new jobs. The United States refuses to sign the Law of the Sea Treaty because of many drawbacks in the treaty. But in order to reap the benefits of ocean mining, the United States must become part of some sort of interna­ tional agreement. The MTD urged the U.S. gov­ ernment to pursue international agreements which will promote deep seabed mining and protect the rights and safety of skilled American workers. It also urged that whatever agreement is reached, it adhere to the prin­ ciples calling for U.S.-built ves­ sels with American crews. U.S.-Flag Dredging Industry The federal government must become a partner in the effort to establish a viable and strong U.S.-flag dredge fleet. It must reduce the size and role of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers which is taking away work from the private dredging industry. It should also make sure that American overseas dredging operations be reserved for American contractors. The MTD reaffirmed its sup­ port for the increased use of private sector dredges, a reduc­ tion in the size of the federal dredge fleet, a meaningfol Small Business Administration setaside size standard for dredging projects and the use of private American dredge fleets in over­ seas military construction proj­ ects. Taking an active part in the convention proceedings were Richard Kllroy, president of the Brotherhood of Railway & Airline Clerks, Vice President Jack Otero. "Whitey" DIsley, president of the Marine Firemen, addresses the MTD Ck)nventlon. MTD's National Field Coordinator Frank Pecquex talked of marltlme's legislative concerns. �•- 1 } • 'V ,-rWiliT. .iTiaia'fWiff V Seafarers i- HARRY LONDEBERG SCHOOL OF SEAMANSHIP Piney Point Maryland Every Experience Is Used As Training AtSHL^ The Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship prides itself on the many different and varied educational oppor­ tunities offered to our students. On August 1, 1983, the "Earl Bull Shepard'' set sail for the Colonna Shipyard in Nor­ folk, Virginia for its annual dry docking period. This year work was done on the hull, sea chest and propellers. All other repairs are done by the students during their practical on-the-job training while at the School. There is nothing unusual about a ship going to dry dock for repairs. What makes it different is that every job fulfilled is done to enhance the training of both entry rated SHLSS trainees and regular upgrading students. The crew was made up of SHLSS Vocational Deck and Engine Instructors, along with Upgraders from all three (3) departments. The The crew of the Shepard pose for a photo with SHLSS Vice President Frank Mongeiii before setting sail. r Able Seamen were taken from the Quartermaster and Third Mate courses; the QMED's were taken from the Third Engineer course; and the Steward Department from the Chief Cook, and Cook and Baker courses. The Master of the ship was Captain Tom Doyle. Other key positions w^te. held^y Bill Hellwege, FirsiMate; Dale Rausch, Second Mate; The Earl "Bull" Shepard sets sail for the Colonna's Shipyard in Norfolk, Virginia. Ben Cusic, Third Mate; Eric Malzkuhn, Chief Engineer; and Joe Marshall, Assistant Engineer. Safety first is the rule at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. After leaving the School, the ship had a "fire and boat drill," along with regular Underway Watchkeeping Training. The ship covered the ninety-five (95) mile trip at slow speed. "We hit alot of weather on the way up" said Captain Doyle, "...but all kinds of weather adds to the realism of the training for the trainees aboard." The ship, named after the SIU's own past Vice President, Earl *' Bull Shepard, is one hundred seventy-six (176) feet long, and draws nine (9) feet of water. It is perfectly suited for Underway Replenishment Training, which is incorporated into all of the deck classes at the School. Underway Replenishment Training is stressed because of an increasing need of Merchant Vessel and Navy Fleet cooperation. SHLSS Trainees prepare to get underway for their trip to Virginia. • October 1983/LOG/9 fl V-l �• ' Alcoholism is a Disease... it Can Be Seafarers Alcoholic Rehabilitatioi^Jenter The ARC receives letters, phone calls and occasion^y a p^t resident will drop by ror a visit. Nobody tells the story better than the people who have gone through the ARC's program. , fe' '1 a: L! 1! J, i, '4I; I '. Il 'ii' >"• S, S' • "S'Jf Alcoholism, which affects over 12 million Americans, has been i. called the "hidden disease" the Program because most victims are not skid The rehabilitation program row alcoholics, but members of consists of six weeks of intensive society who, to outward apcounseling. An average of eight pearences, seem to be able to carry hours a day are spent in planned on riormally with their jobs and sessions whether it be in families. These people all have individual counseling, group the same problem — they can't therapy, alcohol education, art control their drinking, even when therapy or Alcoholics it causes medical, family, social, Anonymous meetings. Most and job related problems. Seafarers are admitted to the pro­ The SIU has long recognized gram within 24 hours of the re­ the problems of alcoholism in the quest. There is no charge to the maritime industry. In 1975 the member and all funding comes SIU held a seminar entitled "The from the Seafarers Welfare Plan. Problem Drinker in Industry" at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg The Program Goals School of Seamanship. This The goal of the ARC is to help seminar led to the establishment the individual take that important of the Seafarers Alcoholic first step of giving up alcohol and Rehabilitation Center in Valley to help the seafarer in returning to Lee, Maryland. The ARC opened his role as a member of a family, a its doors in March of 1976, mak­ community and as a crew ing it the first of its kind in the member aboard ship. This labor movement. It is located five rehabilitation effort is guided by miles from the Seafarers Harry the philosophy that is the founda­ Lundeberg School and is able to use several of the school's services. tion of all of the SIU's efforts on behalf of their membership—the By setting up its own Alcoholic development of the worker as a Rehabilitation Center the SIU is whole person, not just the person able to keep seafarers together. as a worker. They share similar problems, backgrounds and experiences. The ARC smd AA They don't feel as alone with their To treat alcoholism the ARC problems and can help each other uses many different methods. through the difficult times at the One of ^e most successful is ARC as well as later onboard ship. Alcoholics Anonymous. AA has The staff at the ARC consists had more success than any other of the Director, Rick Reisman, Kerrie Thompson, Dave Tippett form of treatment with over one million sober in over ninety coun­ and four professionally trained tries. AA definitely works and is counselors in alcoholism treat­ the ARC'S after-care program. ment, Mary Lynn Rogers, Jesse This gives the Seafarer a way to Logan, Patti Winters, and Dave Prindle. The facilities can handle continue his sobriety after treat­ ment at the ARC. While at the sixteen residents at a time with Center the resident studies the each resident being assigned to a AA Twelve-Step Program and at­ specific counselor. There is a tends AA meetings. Seafarers who couiiselor on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The ARC Staff successfully complete treatment at the ARC and continue with spends most of its time in Alcoholics Anonymous usually individual or group counseling. By working with a small group the stay sober. The ARC and AA—a Staff members are able to tailor combination that works. Sober Seafarers throughout the SIU are the treatment program to fit each living proof. individual's needs. # 10 / LOG / October 1983 ¥ Kenny Bluitt, from New York, says ' T didn't plan on being inter­ viewed at first. I was afraid people would get the wrong idea, and I was embarrassed at being here. Then I decided if I could help someone just take a look at themself and realize they have a drinking problem. Well, then it would be worth it. I think this is the best program the Union has to offer. Don't get me wrong, they don't offer you a magic wand here. You have to want to quit drinking and they will show you how. It's a tough battle, but I don't want to die because of Alcohol. In six weeks these people can turn your life around and give you one worth living." Shipping out of Jacksonville Florida, Whitie Walker, has been an SIU Union man for thirty three years. "The ARC wasn't started any too soon. I think it's a-teal big help being with other seamen. I've sailed with alot of these guys and we have mutual friends. I was here in '75 when they had that meeting on Alcoholism. It's taken me eight years to come back, but here I am." Jack Williams, from the Sugar Workers Union, Local One in Crockett California (an affiliate of the SIU), has been a union member for over 26 years and has had a problem with alcohol for too many years. He claims this program is "marvelous!!" We need more programs like this throughout the union. Look at how many people went down the drain losing everthing - life, family, friends and job. You just kind of let yourself go. The ARC has given me a better outlook. I can cope. I have more spirit and a better understanding of myself. I've got my pride back and if you don't have that, you don't have anything." Herbert R. Minick, a member of the SIU for twenty years, ships out of Jacksonville Florida. "This program is a real good thing. I feel better now than I've felt for a long time. I sure wish I came here earlier. I just want everybody to know that the staff are wonderful people up here, from the Director all the way down. So, take an inventory of yourself and see your Port Agent or Field Represen­ tative if you need help, you won't regret it. I» Star Route Box 153-A Valley Lee. Maryland 20693 ^ 301-994-0010 301-994-1 �• • -'r'.':i'l^^'':^^'::^'^ -n-ir^^TT-Trr^r'" - "• — " '«-• • Marine Electrical Maintenance ?• An Electrifying Course The Marine Electrical Maintenance course—like all of the upgrading courses at SHLSS—helps Seafarers upgrade their skills and enhance their job security. Like other vocational upgrading courses offered through the school, the eight week Marine Electrical Maintenance course consists of both classroom and prac­ tical shop training. This in­ sures a more thorough knowledge of both the theory and the practical "how to" of marine elec­ trical systems. Included in the course is instruction in the theory of electricity; practical knowledge of electrical power circuits, electric motors and controllers; use of electrical test equipment and reading electrical schematics. Shop training includes maintenance and trouble­ shooting of working DC and AC motors and controllers, shipboard lighting circuits and fixtures, galley equip­ ment and other marine elec­ trical distribution systems. Applicants for this course must hold either a QMED Any Rating endorsement, an Electrician's endorsement, or have equivalent inland ex­ perience. Sebastian Pardon checks the wiring as part of Shop Train­ ing during the Marine Elec­ trical Maintenance Course. i' (L to R) Peter Hove, from Houston and Exequlel Liwag from Norfolk, work together wiring an electrical box. Sebastian Pardon (L) and James Varela (R) learn to use a voltage meter while taking the Marine Electrical Maintenance Course. Military Visitors At SHLSS On August 29, 1983 Rear Admiral W.C. Hamm Jr., Deputy Commander Military Sealift Command and two of his staff members, Captain Ralph Ortengren and Ensign Elmer A. Scott, took a tour of the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship Training Facilities. They were shown all the areas of our school from the housing facilities, to the training vessels, to the farm where the school raises most of its own food. The tour group had the opportunity to talk with staff members, instructors, and students at SHLSS. Being very impressed with the school Rear Admiral Hamm sent the following letter to SHLSS Vice President Frank Mongelli: Onboard the SHLSS vessel the Earl "Bull" Shepard, John Mason — Dean of Vocational Education (second from right), explains to Rear Admiral Hamm the training methods used at the school. Dear Mr. Mongelli, Just a note to thank you for hosting me last week, during my visit to Piney Point. The training facility was everything I've heard it to be-and much more. I was thoroughly impressed at every turn, with the modern facilities, comprehensive curriculum, and professionalism of the staff. It was obvious to me you take great pride in this unique organization, and rightfully so. Also enjoyed the farm-very well kept and operated. I The Paul Hall Library and Maritime Museum Is one of the highlights the SHLSS tour. Admiring the model ship are from left to right: Don NoU Frank MongellL— SHLSS Vice President, Rear Admiral W.C. Hamm, ai Roy (Buck) Mercer —Vice President of Government Services Division. Thanks again for making it such a meaningful visit. Please relay my sincere thanks to those who assisted you during the tour. Sincerely, W.C. HAMM, JR. Rear Admiral, U. S. Navy October 1983/LOG/II fa, F 'T �Upgrading Course Schedule "^November Thfough December 1983Programs GaaracMo^lmprov© Job Skills And Promote U.S. Maritime Industry r'j. Special Notice #ir' • Following are the updated course schedules for November through December 1983 at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. i'J m *• II For convenience of the membership, the course scheduie is separated into three categories: engine department courses; deck department courses; and steward department courses. .. The starting and compietion dates for ail courses are also listed. , . ^ Inland Boatmen and deep sea Seafarers who are prepanng to upgrade are advised to enroii in the courses of f"®"' choice as early as possible. Although every effort will be made to help every member, classes will be limited in size—so sign up eariy. . Glass schedules may be changed to reflect membership demands. . SlU Field Representatives In all ports will assist members in preparing applications. ^ The following ciasses wiil be heid through December 1983 as listed below: Engine Upgrading Courses Course Automation Welding Check-In Date November 21 November 21 Completion Date December 16 December 16 Deck Upgrading Courses :: IJSl J Check-In Date Course Ceiestiai Navigation November 7 November 21 Completion Date December 2 December 16 QMED Listing Changes We have had a good response to the QMED listing that WM published in the August 1983 issue of the LOG and have received several corrections to that list. If you are a QMED please check the August list to veri^ our records of the courses you have taken. If you find any information to be incorrect fill out the coupon below and send it, with the ap­ propriate paperwork, to the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. j u Following is a list of corrections which have been made to the QMED list. Alleyne, David Blasquez, Gregory Chrlstensen, Jeffrey Dillon, William Fuentes, Erdwln Gard, Charles Grivas, Bernard Hove, Peter Humptiries, Mark lllson,. James Joslln, William Koflowitch, William Lambeth, Marvin Long, James Malum, Michael May, Michael NurmI, Rudolph Phillips, Michael Principe, Henry Ross, John Shoun, Warren Smith, Craig TIerney, Frederick Walker, Larry Weeden, Roger • 01/83 02/79 06/79 12/76 12/81 07/76 12/82 01/74 07/83 10/76 12/75 05/74 09/75 02/74 07/82 06/81 12/74 04/79 08/76 01/75 08/75 09/77 07/80 06/83 05/74 1/83 02/83 12/81 07/83 07/83 07/83 01/80 07/83 03/80 12/79 ¥'• Course Assistant Cook Cook and Baker Chief Cook Towboat Cook • f:!' 12 / LOG / October 1983 i Check-In/ Completion Length of Course Date Open-ended 6 weeks Open-ended 6 weeks Open-ended 8 weeks Open-ended 6 weeks 06/80 11/79 07/83 07/83 07/83 07/81 0^82 02/74 03/82 08/83 07/82 05/82 07/83 07/83 05/80 10/82 04/76 07/81 09/75 • ••-"ig'j'f'" r > • 12/79 06/77 06/83 05/82 03/82 06/83 06/83 11'81 09/76 06/83 06/83 05/82 04/82 06/83 05/82 12/82 07/80 06/83 08/82 i Mail To: Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship Director of Vocational Education Piney Point, Maryland 20674 ^ ^ j The following information is provided to update my records: i received my QMED rating on Date 1 I have completed the following specialty course(s): i Marine Electrical Maintenance — Welding — Diesel Regular j Refrigeration Systems, Maintenance & Operations steward Upgrading Courses 05/82 :Pumproom Maintenance & Operation — Date • I hold a valid 3rd/2ad Assis• tant Engineer License issued • on Date Automation " Marine Electronics NAME. SS/i' _ BOOK/f _ ADDRESS TELEPHONE/f ; Note: Each member should provide a photocopy of evidence to; ; substantiate changes in the above records. �Apply Now for an SHLSS Upgrading Course ! t Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship upgrading Application \ I Name Date of Birth (Middle) ICasty Address. «3 I Mo./Day/Year (Street) (City) (State) Deep Sea Member • Telephone (Zip Code) Inland Waters Member • Social Security/' Lakes Member • Book/' Date Book Was Issued. (Area Code) Pacific • Seniority ^ Port Presently .Registered ln_ Port Issued. Endorsement(s) or License(s) Now Held. Are you a graduate of the SHLSS Trainee Program: • Yes No • (if yes, fill in beiow) A Trainee Program: From : to (dates attended) IS No • (if yes, fill in below) Have you attended any SHLSS Upgrading Courses: • Yes Course(s) Taken • —: Do you hold a letter of completion for Lifeboat: • Yes No • Firefighting: • Yes No • CPR: • Yes No • Date Available for Training - • • li- % - - - ' • ^ I Am interested in the Following Course(s) Checked Below or Indicated Here if Not Listed DECK ALL DEPARTMENTS ENGINE • • • • • • • Tankerman AB Unlimited AB Limited AB Special Quartermaster Towboat Operator inland Towboat Operator Not More Than 200 Miles • Towboat Operator (Over 200 Miles) • Celestial Navigation • Master inspected Towing Vessel • Mate inspected Towing Vessel • 1st Class Pilot • Third Mate Celestial Navigation C] Third Mate • • • • • • • • • • • .' FOWT OMED-Any Rating Marine Electronics Marine Electrical Maintenance Pumproom Maintenance & Operation Automation Maintenance of Shipboard Refrigeration Systems Diesel Engines Assistant Engineer (Uninspected Motor Vessel) Chief Engineer (Uninspected Motor Vessel) Third Asst. Engineer (Motor Inspected) • Welding • LIfeboatman ADULT EDUCATION DEPARTMENT • Adult Basic Education (ABE) • High School Equivalency Program (GED) • Developmental Studies • English as a Second Language (ESL) STEWARD No transportation will be paid uniess you present originai receipts after course completion. • • • • • COLLEGE PROGRAM Assistant Cook Cook & Baker Chief Cook Steward Towboat Inland Cook • Nautical Science Certificate Program • Scholarship/Work 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 October 1983/LOG/13 �In its monthly series of interviews and reports, "PROFILES" will highlight key govemment officials instrumental in shaping national and maritime policy. i,.. %- Congressman Mario Biaggi Congressman George Wortley C C ongressman Mario Biaggi (DN. Y.) has taken up Poseidon's trident in spearheading the Cunard passenger ship legislation through the congressional maze. As the chairman of the Merchant Marine subcommittee and vice chairman of the Merchant Marine and Fisheries Committee, Rep. Biaggi oversees the legislative process for all merchant marine matters initiated at the subcom­ mittee level. He recently chaired the hear­ ings on legislation to permit the Cunard Princess and the Cunard Countess to be considered U.S.flag passenger ships. The legisla­ tion is controversial and Biaggi commented at the subcommittee mark-up that he was "disturbed by behind-the-scenes internecine fighting among rival groups in the maritime world that continues to cloud the issues and the facts. This infighting is destructive and uncon­ scionable," he added. The legislation was reported out of the subcommittee and now awaits full committee action. Congress­ man Biaggi testified before the Sen­ ate Merchant Marine subcommit­ tee on the Senate's version of the Cunard bill, S. 1197. At the Senate hearing, Biaggi testified, "I sup­ ported it and I feel so strongly about it that I decided to appear here today to urge your support for this important measure. I am so adament in my support of the legislation because the situation in the Jones Act passenger trade is at rock bottom. Those who fear this bill because of the harm it would do to the Jones Act are kidding themselves. This legisla­ tion would be a step in the right direction in pursuit of a healthy, active Jones Act cruise trade." The congressman's voiced com­ mitment to revitalizing the Amer­ ican merchant marine is seen through his supportive actions. He was an original co-sponsor with Rep. Lindy Boggs (D-La.) in intro­ ducing H.R. 1242, the Competitive Shipping and Shipbuilding Act of 1983; original co-sponsor of H.R. 1197, to extend the export ban of Alaska oil; and has joined in cosponsoring H.R. 3289, legislation to establish a national merchant marine commission. During the 97th Congress, Rep. Biaggi was instrumental in re-flagging the Constitution and Inde­ pendence as American-flag passen­ ger ships and assisted in procuring 14/LOG/October 1983 -5i f 'I Rep. Mario Biaggi the tax convention deduction sta­ tus for American-flag passenger vessels. Biaggi has represented the 19th Congressional District of New York since 1969. As a result of his lead­ ership in the maritime industry, Mr. Biag^ is the 1983 recipient of the Admiral of the Oceans Seas award. ongressman George Wortley (R-N.Y.) has a maritime back­ ground that began after he gradu­ ated from high school and then attended the Kings Point Merchant Marine Academy. During World War II, Wortley served as a mid­ shipman in the North Atlantic and Pacific. Rep. Wortley was elected to the House of Representatives in 1980 and re-elected in 1982. He serves on the Banking, Finance and Ur­ ban Affairs committee, as well as the Select Committee on Aging. The congressman recently signed a letter with 14 of his colleagues urging the Department of Housing and Urban Development to delay the sale of mortgages it holds on housing for the elderly and the handicapped. HUD responded positively and cancelled these mortgage sales. "It is satisfying that the agency responded so quickly to questions about the in­ tent of the sale. I want to make certain that the government's com­ mitment to the elderly is not being "To endure is greater than to dare; to tire out hostile fortune; to be daunted by no difficulty; to keep heart when all have lost it; to go through intrigue spotless; to forego even ambition when the end is gained—who can say this is not greatness?" The Virginians, Chapter ^ by William Makepeace Thackeray Recently the vice chairman has , authored and introduced a bill to establish a specialized Maritime Redevelopment Bank. Patterned on industrial banks, his institution would bring together investors, builders and operators and cover the broad reach of shipping needs in investment, guarantee and in­ surance, now authorized largely through the Transportation De­ partment and Marad. Commenting on this bill, Biaggi said, "The merchant marine is an important and needed national as­ set which if it is to survive and prosper on a commercial footing in an internationally competitive marketplace . . . transitional as­ sistance addressing the critical problem of capital formation rep­ resents a sound investment by the federal govemment. The time is ripe for such an innovation, but can only be taken ad^ntage of with all segments of the maritime industry united to meet the com­ mon challenge." Are you Registered To Vote? Do It Now. weakened. Here's an example of a bureaucracy reacting positively to legitimate concerns," Wortley said. !< -Lf -f _ It. to- Rep. George Wortley During the 97th Congress, Rep. Wortley voted for the Shipboard Convention bill, giving a tax de­ duction status for conventions held on American-flag cruise ships. In the present 98th Congress, Mr. Wortley voted for the Third Proviso which closed the loophole in the Jones Act. He is a cosponsor of the Competitive Ship­ ping and Shipbuilding Act of 1983, H.R. 1242, and he supports the •export ban restrictions on Alaskan oil. SIU is proud to work with such dedicated and illustrious members of Congress as congressmen Biaggi and Wortley. We will continue to cooperate with them in developing a viable national maritime policy. The Future Is Now Are You Ready for It? Take the SHLSS GED Program I 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 �•• • J^se^aSisJ. '-.J,; - Our Members Barge Owners Urge Fairness in User Fees * * • * • * Escort Joins Express Marine Fleet New Offshore Tuc, Between Norfolk and Trenton A brand new tug has been added to the SlU-contracted fleet of boats. She's the 2400 hp ves­ sel Escort (Express Marine). The boat, which is 105 feet long and has a beam of 32 feet, will be running between Nor­ folk, Va. and Trenton, N.J. moving coal barges. She has a draft of 13 feet 6 inches. Built at Jacobson Shipyard in Oyster Bay, N.Y., the Escort sports a grey house and black hull. The boat also carries sonie modem equipment that gives her fuel efficiency and wide ma­ neuverability. She has a fixed Kort nozzle around her propel­ ler that gives her more thmst and cuts down on fuel con­ sumption. She also has flanking Industry OK's Cost Sharing —^with Changes In the year since barge op­ erators were assessed a 6 cents per gallon fuel surcharge tax by Congress as a way to maintain rudders so she can be steered rine, which is located m Cam- and improve the nation's inland going astern as well as ahead. den, N.J., has six tugs and 33 waterway systems, the water­ SlU-contracted Express Ma- barges. way industry has toned down its opposition and decided to accept the concept of cost shar­ ing, with some changes. But as debate unfurls in Con­ gress on Reagan administration proposals to increase user fees charged tow and barge indus­ tries, waterway interests are asking Congress to refrain from further increases until a formula for fair, equitable cost sharing can be devised. They also want a bigger voice in determining how the revenues will be spent. Richard A. Wilson, chairman of the board of the National Waterways Conference and chief spokesman for the industry, be­ SlU-contracted tug Escort (Express Marine). lieves a cost/benefit analysis is wrong when confined to only the waterway industry. In tes­ timony before a recent Senate subcommittee, he outlined a program that contains a more equal cost sharing plan includ­ ing the general public. The public should contribute directly to the management of water resources, he said. De­ fense and national security , ex­ port promotion and the liveli­ hood of cities and towns along the banks of inland channels all benefit from improved water­ way conditions, he said. Further taxation of the barge industry, Wilson cautioned, could permanently affect the solvency of the industry now in a depression felt throughout the shipping industry. Barge companies, already slated for tax increases to 8 cents on Oct. 1 and 10 cents in October of 1985, have histori­ cally had to survive a highly competitive market, he noted. Since 1824, $9 billion in fedHitting the twrlcks in the Dixie beef are (i. to r.) Boatmen S. Johnson, F. (Continued on P^e 16.) Dixie Carriers Beef Is 180 Days Old As of Sept. 28, the SIU strike against Dixie Carriers/Dixie Fuels went into its 180th day. The company's licensed and unlicensed crews remain on the picketlines in Florida, Louisi^ ana, Alabama, Mississippi and Texas. A NLRB trial on unfair labor practices against Dixie Carriers set for Sept. 19 in the port of New Orleans was postponed until Oct. 17. It seems the law firm which represents the com­ pany and the board asked for the postponement. The SIU met with Dixie Car­ riers on contract negotiations in early September. It was a very short session as the company refused to improve its last wage offer of a 3'A percent raise. SIU It's Your union Be proud MoDuffie and Slim Whightsil. October 1983/LOG/IS I �'•^^0G/0cto5e. ,983 Contr.act m Iff s/'eo.: was ow._.. " ^erv/ces Po l^^^^ract . : ®»Mr«ctTallr 'n the ,!^!"!'"®* T.tt. -. '""''"®" "" Ocean row, Tov Wa^^ •°®"® "^as ha/tert h • '"9'^the (a(/4( evL ''aW Wanwnght befaiv ^ B *""8% by fee ~ ®®'"'ecl to •^S5ss^:s:fr'"The we, Was fro^S*®''' ®®'<' to be ih» 'o^er^ LT'" "'C' "°'" = 'eet tr £5S5a'"£^'r»!?^=s,^ ^on, ouffe. Barge Own «^'"'nn»edfrn " assistance h^T ^^•'' ^rr ='-?sss:rr«s '"®' "as"! mom ^'° toe neatov rK„ ' Urge Faim assistance , /p User (Jgo- c p ^ S-""™,*-""".- ,"" , ^®®®'1 "'^a^PortatZ J° "P-Ppetiaa r ^O' ^608 «ed to cover con 'tn®® • «®"to-erating and mainT^^'^"' opTor shaliow draf? cosfs Cibes. By co,^ "?^'8ation fa ?®/aar 2000 fZ ,h S^"tby ««'refflen, Fu„^ ^.f. Ra,7road ® "^•narkedT'""' ^^ch ?2,i2a.r«r™ aS'S of dan, "waterways toain-' '^ays and othtt P'"^ wa ^"Ofher cof "'^torways tow and barge otl^ ton°a« orators is growoT"®''® and c 'ton that no new wf, ®'"Ta ^^^ction nr^ • auch '^•"^mcZro sesmj ^°®atoi/itv w', avert , ®""0S OI co "tofted evr-ir' "^xe (S t^r PtodT ^oto �• ^-"Z.u'--'.= -. rC. .:.'il.,VWv, inland Pensioners William Har­ ris Davis, 70, joined the Union in the port of Bal­ timore in 1957 sailing as a chief engineer for the Bull Line from >• 1940 to 1948, Curtis Bay Towing in 1946 and for McAllister Brothers from 1950 to 1983. Brother Davis is a 2nd assistant engineer veteran of the U.S. Coast Guard. He was born in Swansboro, N.C. and is a resident of Elkridge, Md. Hugh Essei Hastings, 64, joined the Union in the port of Nor­ folk in 1977 sail­ ing for Allied Towing from 1977 to 1982. Brother Hastings began sailing in 1965. He was born in Maryland and is a resi­ dent of Mathews, Va. Thomas H. Ranken, 67, joined the Union in the port of Nor­ folk in 1977 sail­ ing as a chief en­ gineer for Northeast Tow­ ing and for Allied -Towing from 1959 to 1962. Brother Ranken was bom in Troy, N.Y. and is a resident there. On The Rivers U ns, Gerald Lee Rhoades, 63, joined the Union in the port of New Orleans in 1972 sailing as a relief captain and senior pilot for the SlU-struck Dixie Carriers. Brother Rhoades began sailing with the company in 1968. He was born in Mississippi and is a resident of Memphis, Tenn. James Ervin Boyce, 61, joined the Union in the port of Norfolk in 1966 sailing for Allied Towing from 1965 to 1968, C.G. Willis Co. from 1968 to 1981 and for Sonat Marine (lOT) from 1970 to 1982. Brother Boyce was born in Farmville Twsp., N.C. and is a resident of Pamplin, Va. -,r- Aboard the National Leader are (I. to r.) Capt. Percy P. Doucet, Riot Ray McKnight and Tankerman Kevin McHone and John Le Bleu. Tney were in the port of St. Louis last month to talk over the wage reopener in their contract at National Marine. •i • I."" William "Billy" Edward Miller, 69; joined the Union in the port of Norfolk in 1973 sailing as a chief cook and chief stew­ ard for Allied Towing from 1970 to 1983. Brother Miller was born in Georgia and is a resident of Rocky Point, N.C. Charles Willard Koch, 64, joined the Union in the port of New Orleans in 1957 sailing as a chief engineer on the tug Clyde Butcher (Inland Tugs) and on the dredge Sugar Islander (North American Trailing) from 1^0 to 1982. Brother Kock was a for­ mer member of MEBA from 1946 to 1951. He is a veteran of the U.S. Navy during World War H. Boatman Koch was born in Logtown, Miss, and is a resident of New Orleans. .-.l U • •%' In the port of New Orleans we see members of the Tfteresa F. (Red Circle) after voting for their new contract. They are (I. to r.) Cook Lee Scopolites, Mates C. Chapman and E. Gaines, Capt. John Curci, AB W Byme OS B.J. Almond and ABs L. Nelmas and M.F. Gabino. •ft On the Pilot Boat Egmont Waving hello Is Capt. Paul Mapes (left) abrord the with Capts. "Bucko" Russ Bradford (center) and Tom Callahan, shop Steward. Aboard the Allison C. (Red Circle) are AB Julian J Picfrau (^t^ center) and (I. to r.) ABs E. Phelps and D. Lesllnsky, C^t. Billy IVIate T. Rabren and Cook Hank Rulon, formerly of the struck Dixie Carriers. October 1983/LOG/17 •% • - ft 1 �:V-'' '•' 'I' i4. % •i In Memoriam On The Rivers t Jose Antonio Cotto Charriez Sr., 31, died of a cerebral hemor­ rhage in Presby­ terian Hospital, San Juan, P.R. on July 8. Brother Charriez joined th&,Union in Santurce, P.R. sail­ ing as a harbor captain on the tug Fajardo (Crowley MarineCaribe Tug) from 1976 to 1980. He also sailed during the Viet­ nam War. Boatman Charriez was bom in Santurce and was a resident of Toa Baja, P.R. Bur­ ial was in the National Cemetery in Bayamon, P.R. Surviving are his widow, Carmen; a son, Jose Jr.; two daughters, Yaritza and Beatriz and a brother, Pedro of Toa Baja. Pensioner Jerry Allen, 73, passed away on Aug. 23. Brother Allen joined the Union in the port of Norfolk in 1961 sailing as a deckhand for Wood Towing and Curtis Bay Towing from 1943 to 1965. Brother Allen was a former member of District 50. He was bom in North Carolina and was a resident of Norfolk. Surviving is a brother, Garfield of Washington, D C. \-A •|t •'m. 't Johnnie Eugene Gegenheimer Sr., 29, died from lung failure at home in New Orleans on Aug. 27. Brother Gegenheimer joined the Union in the port of New Orleans in 1972 sailing as a deckhand on the tpwboat Kevin Smith (Crescent Towing) from 1972 to 1983. He was born in New Orleans. Interment was in the McDonogh Cemetery, Gretna, La. Surviving are a son, Johnnie Jr.; his parents, Roland and Laura Gegenheimer of New Orleans and a brother, Tim. Pensioner Charles Willard Koch, Jr., 64, died on Sept. 14. Brother Koch joined the Union in the port of New Orleans in 1957 sailing as a chief engineer for National Marine Service, MA'^ Clyde Butcher (Inland Tugs), Coyle Line and Missis­ sippi Co. and in the port of Jacksonville for MEBA, Dis­ trict 2 from 1946 to 1952. He began sailing in 1939. Boatman Koch was a veteran of the U.S. Navy in World War II. A native of Lpgton, Miss., he was a res­ ident of New Orleans. Surviving is a sister, Nettie M. Griffin of New Orleans. Pensioner Eugene Francis Dennen Sr., 70, passed away on Sept. 2. Brother Dennen joined the Union in the port of New York in 1960 sailing as a mate on the tug Am^oy (Pennsylvania Railroad) from 1957 to 1970. He was a former member of the Masters, Mates and Pilots Union. Boatman Dennen was bom in South Amboy, N.J. and was a resident there. Surviving are his widow, Martha and two sons, Eugene Jr. and John. Leonard Arthur Quindley, Sr., 50, was dead on arrival of lung failure at the Candler Hospital, Savannah, Ga. on June 28. Brother Quindley joined the Union in the port of Norfolk in 1976 sailing as an AB for Ocean Towing. He also sailed deep sea for the Waterman Steamship Co. in 1979. Boatman Quindley was bom in Massachusetts and was a resident of Norfolk. Burial was in the National Cemetery, Otis Air Force Base, Mass. Sur­ viving are his widow, Carol; three sons, Leonard Jr., Donald and Shawn and his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Donald Quindley; Alfred Eugene Romero, 60, died of a heart attack in the Villa View Hospital in San Diego, Calif, on May 27. Brother Rom­ ero joined the Union in the port of Wilmington, Calif, in 1979 sailing as a diesel engineer util­ ity for Crowley Marine from 1978 to 1983. He was bom in California and was a resident of La Mesa, Calif. Cremation took place in the Leneta Corp. Cre­ matory, El Cajon, Calif. Surviv­ ing is his widow, Valerie. Pensioner Ernest Wyatt Scar­ borough, 85, passed away on Sept. 24. Brother Scarborough joined the Union in the port of Philadelphia in 1960 sailing as mate and captain for Taylor and Anderson Towing Co. fi-om 1948 to 1964 and for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers from 1945 to 1948. He was bom in Ocracoke, N.C. and was a resident of Audaborn, N.J. Surviving are his widow, Geneyieve and a daughter, Phyllis Smith of Waterford, N.J. 18 / LOG / October 1983 SlU Rep Nick Celona (right) wishes Boatman Robert Manisco smooth sailing on the tug Helen Moran (Moran Towing) last month out of the port of New Orleans. Aboard the Allison C. (Crescent Towing) areJI. to r.J AB Gabino Maximo, Danny Taylor and Don Lestinski. * Taking time out on the tug Jason Smith (Crescent Towing) are SlU Rep Jim McGee (I.) and Deckhand Craig Andrews. Putting on the feedbag aboard the M/V Theresa F are (I. to r.) AB Roland Noble and OS Barry Freeman. ��- 3. iS^jT,.- - = i.r- I- ^.-Cn t.' ri' ifj _ II , ?• ;••• I'-''- -• • • IL - - ><• '•.' ••'••' , . •; • - ••—ii "r t, '• ••• ~x •ll X ' #• " 5.-J: -y "s,;, •i- •, i . ^!5Sntheshi?Fro^^ McGregor, new bosun on the Independence-. Mike vP post agent; Bosun Duke Duet; and SlU West Coast VP George McCartery. •f The SS Independence enters the port of Los Angeles. Christopher Eason, waiter, sen/es some happy diners. Chris Frazer (!.), 3rd mate, shakes hands with Bosun Duke Duet. — |jK I'lL, • -••u-i • M" • ^V' N. y f- Gerhard Schwarz, baker/confeetioner, adds up the calories on each tray of delicacies ... but who's counting! John Phillips, oiler, goes about his work. 'ilf - Bob Laube, oiler, inspects the valves. Pete Guerreiro is official toastmaster. Junior Assistant Pursers Jackie Someck (I.) and Nancy Bolam are ready to assist with a smile. Keeping the anchor sparkling dean is the job of OS Edwin Dumdumaya (top) and AB Mike Lasorta Waiters Joel Hager (I.) and Willie Rose canfje considered something of historians aboard the Independ­ ence. They have both been aboard since the first voyage. Maurice the bellman adds a festive touch. Alfred Santos, wiper, concentrates on his work. October 1983/LOG/21 20 / LOG / October 1983 Hf. • a 1, ... X -H- • V. • .• .'I.- • •• '1 • iV ' ' ;I .J = •••71 �•— Hotel Manager Abe Block (1.) poses with Scott Andereon, the executive chef, and Scott's great granddaughter Amber Joy Richards. Assistant waitress Aloha Waiwaioie (i.) and waitresses LisM Bastedo and Diane Darval prepare to serve the next meal. I 'I, Attending to the passengers' luncheon pleasures are (I. to r.) John Nolan, headwaiter; Rose Bozzo, deck lounge stewardess, and Denis Burke, waiter. i 'i flM Boyd Kelukoa Jr. is the day porter aboard the Independence. Capt. Uwrence Keiiey (i.) talks with SlU Field Rep Scott Hanion. LeRoy Edmonson, fireman/watertender, checks to see that everything Is in order. 22/LOG/October 1983 1 ii- .-:v .'r. - �r ifSS^-r. - -i GAP Reports on Oil Export Alaskan Oil Export Ban Is Temporarily Extended The fight to keep Alaskan oil in the United States has become tangled in the aftereffects of the Korean Airlines tragedy and Congress' effort to react to the Soviet Union's shooting down of the plane and the deaths of 261 passengers. The House and Senate voted to continue the Export Admin­ istration Act for two weeks, just before it was set to expire Sept. 30, so they would have time to more carefully study its impact on trade with the Soviet Union. The ban on the exports is contained in the Act. But the Act is a long and complicated piece of legislation, and the sec­ tion on Alaskan oil is only a tiny part of it. Because the Act cov­ ers many areas and different types of exports, including what can and can't be shipped to the Soviet Union, Congress wants to make sure that nothing ben­ eficial to the Soviet military or industrial/high technology sec­ tors is exported. It is being looked at as both a form of punishment ahd a way to protect U.S. de­ fense interests. The delay in final action on the Act, may also give Congress time to review a new govern­ ment report which confirms many of the arguments the SIU, th4 Coalition to Keep Alaska Oil and other supporters of the export ban have been presenting for more than a year. The Government Accounting Office looked at the possible export of the North Slope oil and its effects on the merchant fleet, trade relations with Japan and other countries, the nation's defense, consumers and the economy. "Proponents and opponents . . . generally agree exports will harm the maritime industry and that the federal government would incur losses if, as ex­ pected, shipowners default on Maritime Administration loan guarantees. Tax revenues from the maritime industry and wages of seamen would go down," according to the report. With about 50 SlU-contracted ships and more than 1,000 SIU members working the Alas­ kan trade, the Union has been trying to get that point across for more than a year. The oil would be sent to Japan on Very Large Crude C^ers, and even if some of the oil were shipped on American-flag ships, the size of the ships and the shorter length of the voyage would slash employment dras­ tically and force dozens of smaller tankers into layup. "It is generally agreed that U.S. domestic consumers would receive no immediate benefit from exports," the GAO re­ ported. Now, the price of Alaskah oil is pegged lower than the world price, which means American consumers benefit from using PMA Shipping Scene September 1983 REGISTERED SHIPPED SAN FRANCISCO 33 58 Class "A" 1 8 Class "B" 0 0 Class "C" 34 66 Grand Total (All Groups) WILMINGTON 0 1 Class "A" 0 0 Class "B" 0 0 Class "C" 0 1 Grand Total (All Groups) SEATTLE^ 14 22 Class "A' 5 0 Class "B" 0 3 Class "C" 0 3 Relief..... ........ 19 28 Grand Total (AU Groups) HONOLULU 4 3 Class "A" 2 0 Class "B" 1 0 Class "C" 7 3 Grand Total (AU Groups) American oil. Even if it were replaced with oil from another country, the price would rise. "To the extent imported oil would be needed to replace Alaskan oil exports, the United States would become more de­ pendent on foreign oil. Further, the loss of the small tankers now used in the Alaskan oil trade could put the Defense De­ partment in the position of re­ lying on foreign shipping to sup­ ply petroleum products to U.S. Armed Forces overseas should a future emergency situation re­ quire a military mobilization," according to the GAO report. That has been one of the SIU's major arguments against export. The Alaskan ships are exactly the types which can be con­ verted quickly to military mis­ sions. A 250,000 ton tanker has very little military use. It is simply too big. In addition, the ghosts of the gas lines are not that far in the background. One of the major reasons the North Slope was developed and the oil limited for American use was to make sure the nation was not too depend­ ent on foreign oil suppliers. "Exporting Alaskan oil will reduce the U.S. trade deficit with Japan, but the United States, a net oil importer, would have to replace the oil with imports; therefore, the overall balance of payments would re­ main essentially unchanged. "Moreover, reducing the U.S. trade deficit with Japan through Alaskan oil exports will not re­ solve the underlying cause of the trade friction. . . . There would be continued pressure for greater U.S. access to Japanese markets," the report said. The SIU and the Coalition to Keep Alaska Oil have said all along that the balance of trade argument is simply a juggling act. The dollars wiU still go out of the country. "Export proponents have suggested a swap arrangement which would send Alaskan oil to Japan for a similar quantity of Mexican oil now committed to Japan being shipped to the U.S. Gulf Coast. However . . . additional exports of the oil to the U.S. would be contrary to stated Mexican policy of limit­ ing its dependence on any buyer (namely the United States) to 50 percent. "An officii of the Mexican Embassy in Washington has in­ dicated that Mexico regards Ja­ pan as a very important trading partner and wants to pressure that relationship," the GAO re­ port said. One thing the report did not point out is that the oil from Mexico is of a different type and requires some refinery changeovers to make it into the various petroleum products. fI • '*- .ft Cargo Laws Apply SIU, Ti Sue Feds On Blended Credit The SIU and the Transpor­ tation Institute filed suit Oct. 13 seeking an injunction against a government program which has denied more than $1 billion in preference cargo to U.S.-flag ships. The suit, filed at LOG presstime, against the departments of Transportation and Agriculture and the Maritime Administra­ tion, asks the court to declare the government's "blended credit" program be regulated under federal cargo preference laws. The blended credit program, started by the Reagan adminis­ tration, combines federal gov­ ernment loan guarantees and low-interest loans to foreign countries so they can purchase American agricultural commod­ ities. According to the Cargo Pref­ erence Act of 1954, at least 50 percent of those commodities must be shipped on American vessels. But the Department of Agriculture claims that the pro­ gram does not fall under the cargo preference requirements because of claimed limited gov­ ernment involvement. The Maritime Administra­ tion, in a memo, said the pro­ gram is covered by the prefer­ ence laws, but declined to enforce them, claiming the added costs of American ships would nullify the cost advantages to the foreign countries. No preliminary hearing date has been set. - t October 1983/LOG/23 " 3®" fy. i �t_:^: f •t|>''fcUf»i II ««7 |'«- .i From Galley to Cornell Mann r with Opportunity Thanks to SlU talents and achievements of Seafarers. If there was a royal ft is 7 a.m. on a misty morning. red carpet for the galley crew J^Slumber is lifting. At the Sea­ who made the day possible, farer's Harry Lundeberg School Jimmy Mann and the galley crew of Seamanship in a warm galley just might stroll down it. If anyone had told Jimmy lined shiny steel pots, pans and spice racks, steward depart­ Mann when he was busing ta­ ment trainees prepare breakfast bles in his first high school job that he was to become an Ivy for students and staff. Eggs are cooked on the grill— League graduate of Hotel Man­ medium, light, easy. Sausage agement and a chief steward patties sizzle. A student serves graduate from the Lundeberg up a plate of scrambled eggs and School, he would have stared wide-eyed in disbelief. buttery hominy grits. In April 1973, Mann com­ At another cafeteria, 64 miles to the north at the Camp Springs, pleted his 3rd Cook Trainee Pro­ Md. headquaters of the SIU, gram at the Lundeberg school. sunlight filters through windows He had envisioned financing a and the aroma of coffee fills the college education by signing on air. Lundeberg students have to jobs during summer and just arrived from the school by Christmas vacations between bus to put the finishing touches semesters. He first attended Boston's on the menu for the ceremonies dedicating the SIU Frank Dro- Berklee College of Music to zak headquaters building. Jimmy study piano. But he changed his Mann is among them learning major when surgery became necessary if he was to continue his trade. his music career. For a time he In 1978 Mann was the first steward department recipient of wavered^ transferring to an­ the $5,000 SIU Charlie Logan other college and taking courses Scholarship. Complementing his in the basic requirements, trying scholastic studies in Hotel Man­ to find what suited his interests agement at Cornell University, and abilities. he set aside his summer vaca­ When he was awarded the tion to upgrade to chief steward Logan Scholarship he thought and supervise the galley crews of combining hotel management at the School as part of his courses with business courses which he liked and had a flair training. The dedication was one more for. He looked at his past tours, challenge for Mann. While he 16 in all now, and restaurant had worked on gala affairs in experience. college and at sea, they did not "It just became what I knew. compare to thp sheer size of this I enjoyed going to sea and event. Some 2,000 friends of the working as a steward. That's SIU were expected. where my experience was," he Trucks catered dishes pre­ said, "and I just decided to bank pared at the Lundeberg facili­ on it." ties. The trucks arrived. It was Cornell loomed as a possibil­ 11 a.m. and everything was be­ ity. He had maintained honors ginning to come together. marks despite the upheaval in From selecting recipes, cook­ his plans for the future. ing, carving, decorating and Cornell is one of the leading folding sugar into butter for schools in the nation in the field French desserts, stocking re­ freshment bars and dressing ta­ of culinary arts. In the same way he had diligently pursued bles in linen, the hour was slowly learning the piano, he realized upon the stewards. As the sun slanted to its 4:30 his discipline and the wide rang­ ^proach, the silver and starched ing program at Cornell, which required courses from hotel de­ white napkins were laid Out. gourmet cooking, would SIU Instructor and Pastry Chef sign to give him the strongest founda­ Bill Seidenstricker's creations tion possible apart from the were arranged in a cream puff pyramid and trays flowed with Lundeberg curriculum. At Cornell, tuition and ex­ the evening fare. Mann's sea penses were a steep $12,000 a blue eyes were gleaming. In many respects the dedi­ year. The Logan Scholarship cation was a dedication to the and financial aid in government by Lynnette Marshall I 't" i- • f fi • 24/LOG/October 1983 Chief Steward Jimmy Mann, the first steward recipient of the Charlie Logan Scholarship, checks to see whether roasts in the SIU headquarters galley oven are cooked through. student loans would help but could only make a dent. He recalls he counted his blessings. He gained a position aboard the Delta Line's Santa Barbara as a 2nd cook and Baker. In every respect the timing was perfect. He could delay beginning Cor­ nell for one year and 18 days, the length of the trip and earn enough in pay to supplement the remaining college costs. For Mann the ship was the one ship in a hundred. Not only was the timing right, but he signed onto a ship that catered royally, entertaining in lavish but intimate parties in the pas­ senger lounge, in many course meals to suit the birthdays, an­ niversaries and other celebra­ tions. It proved excellent train­ ing for the type of gourmet cooking that Mann hoped to leam at Cornell. « During his time off from Cor­ nell, he returned several times to the Lundeberg school to up­ grade. He learned the special (Continued on Page 26.) �:a'..', ' • . • . .. . • I. . Four Cargo Bills Debated Nation's Security and Economy Tied to Tribie Biii The cost of a healthy and efficient merchant marine can­ not be measured in the simple dollars and cents entries on an accountant's ledger, but must be totaled up with the nation's security, economy and indus­ trial base too, SIU President Frank Drozak told a Senate sub­ committee last month. ' 'We are sensitive to cost con­ siderations, but we urge that all costs be measured. We must attempt to calculate the long-term costs to the nation surrounding the wholesale abandonment of an essential in­ dustry. When those factors are weighed in the balance, we be­ lieve the case for active public and private sector support for the nation's vanishing merchant marine is indisputable," Drozak said. He and dozens of other wit­ nesses testified during the two days of hearings on four sepa­ rate cargo preference measures before the Senate Subcommit­ tee on the Merchant Marine. The major piece of legislation in the package is S. 1624, the Merchant Marine Revit^ization Act of 1983. Under the bill, similar to H.R. 1242 in the House, 20 percent of the na­ tion's bulk imports and exports would be required to sail on American ships within the next 15 years. It ^so calls for a 20 percent reduction in the cost of ship construction and opera­ tion. It includes several tax breaks to encourage investment in the shipping industry. The other issues include S. 1616 which would streamline, clarify and strengthen current preference laws; S. 206 which gives the secretary of transpor­ tation increased power in en­ forcing preference laws, and S. 188 which would require all U.S. mail shipped overseas by surface go on American vessels. With the exception of a few minor disagreements, the SIU threw its support behind all four measures. The Union was joined by most other maritime and maritime-related unions, ship­ pers, shipbuilders and other groups. Opposition to the preference bills came mainly from agricul­ tural interests, oil producers, coal shippers and foreign-flag operators. Many of the oppo­ sition witnesses not only op­ posed the pending bills, but also claimed current cargo prefer­ ence regulations were too costly. The Reagan administration, represented by Marad's Adm. Harold Shear, testified that while it did not back the new pro­ posals, it also believed current laws should not be weakened. S. 1616 "The history of abuse and evasion of impelled cargo rules by various federal agencies is well documented," Drozak said. The bill would require that 100 percent of all government cargo related to national secu­ rity be shipped on U.S. bot­ toms. That includes the Stra­ tegic Petroleum Reserve. Currently only 50 percent of that oil must be shipped on Ameri­ can vessels. It would also set a 50 percent requirement for all cargo with which the govern­ ment is directly or indirectly involved. Now several different laws cover cargo preference. The past abuses by various federal agencies are "proof of the need for the legislation which closes the loopholes through which U.S. government im­ pelled cargoes have been shipped on foreign-flag vessels," Dro­ zak said. In addition to the countless attempts by several federal agencies to avoid the preference laws, a recent decision by the Department of Transportation not to enforce the laws on the administration's "blended credit shipments" is another reason the legislation should be ap­ proved, Drozak said. "If the bulk sector was per­ mitted its legitimate share of government impelled cargoes, it would be healthier and more competitive. When short-term business considerations dictate long-term transportation poli­ cies and permit violations of the law, national security is dam­ aged and the integrity of the governing process is dimin­ ished," Drozak said. S. 1624 The majority of the testi­ mony, both pro and con, cen­ tered around Sen. Paul Trible's (R-Va.) Merchant Marine Revitalization Act of 1983. While the bill is very similar to H.R. 1-242, the Boggs Bulk Bill, it has several differences which Tribie said he made in an attempt to overcome some of the criticism leveled at the Boggs bill by op­ ponents. The two major differ­ ences are the increase to 20 percent in cost reductions for construction and operation, and the establishment of tax credits and breaks for shippers and shipbuilders. Despite these differences, the same opponents used the same arguments, prompting Tribie to ask one witness if he had both­ ered to read the bill. Presidential candidate Walter Mondale received a warm welcome from SIU President Frank Drozak during the recent AFL-CIO convention in Hollywood, Fla. The Seafarers leader urged Mondale to make his priority putting American workers back to work. A combination of reduced crew costs, some already achieved by the SIU, new tech­ nology and more cargo which would reduce operating costs, will help make American ships more competitive, Drozak said. He pointed to the SlU-contracted Jade Pheonix, which re­ cently quoted a $54 per ton rate to deliver wheat from the West Coast to Egypt. Also, he said, crew costs have dropped from a 61 percent share of operating costs to a 46 percent share, and will go even lower on newer ships. Coal exporters have claimed the legislation would remove American coal from the market because of the additional trans­ portation cost. But a recent study, Drozak said, showed that when 20 percent of the nation's coal exports are carried on U.S. ships there will be only a 1.2 percent increase in costs. National Defense ''Sealift assists are marginally inadequate to meet needs. . . . However actions which can be taken by the government and allies make the problem man­ ageable. Significant commercial shipbuilding and ship repair in­ dustries must be maintained be­ cause construction and repair of naval vessels alone will not sus­ tain capabilities required to mo­ bilize for and fight a global war," according to a U.S. Navy study. "Maritime policy must be in­ cluded as a vital element of any analysis of national security planning," M. Lee Rice, presi­ dent of the Shipbuilders Council of America, said. "It would add substantially to the size of the U.S. merchant fleet, increase the fleet's mili­ tary utility and. . . preserve the industrial base for wartime ex­ pansion of U.S. shipbuilding," Rep. Lindy Boggs (D-La.) told the Senate subcommittee. A study cited by several of the supporters of the bill showed that many of the 168 to 300 ships which would be built under the legislation could be used by the military. "S. 1624 is a vehicle which can be steered in any direction that national security require­ ments take the nation," Drozak said. October 1983/LOG/25 �8iS6|e6H ihtff if •.! I' '-fs Seafarers Plans Begin Cost Saving Efforts With medical costs skyrock­ eting, the Seafarers Welfare Plan has begun several new measures in an attempt to save money, streamline the system and prevent any cutback or reduc­ tion in services. Even though last summerly membership-ap­ proved 7.5 percent wage roll­ over into the Plans has been a boost, the new benefits enforce­ ment measures will cut down unnecessary expenses further. . One measure will prevent fur­ ther medical bills "double pay­ ment" abuses by doctors, hos­ pitals, SIU members and their dependents. The Seafarers Wel­ fare Plan will now strictly en­ force its Jan. 1 Coordination of Benefits Program's rules and regulations. In the past, some members and their dependents collected benefits from another insurance plan—such as Blue Cross and Blue Shield—and also collected benefits from the Seafarers Wel­ fare Plan, a double payment on one medical claim! Because of the rising costs of hospitalization and medical treatment—a 400 percent rise in 10 years—a shipping slump and the closing of the USPHS hos­ pitals which has placed an enor­ mous burden on the Plans, the SIU Board of Trustees decided to firm up the Coordination of Benefits Program. The new enforcement program Mann Overboard (Continued from Page 24.) skills needed to serve both pas­ sengers and crew. This December he will grad­ uate from Cornell. With his ed­ ucation and experience, he will wait for the right opportunity. There is his love of the sea. There is his desire to do things that are "first class, where I can put what I learned in school and on ships to use and more im­ portantly, learn more." There is his preference for working independently. Master Chef and SIU Instruc­ tor Romeo Lupinacci stands as an example, tutoring each chief steward candidate in the skills which have taken him years to acquire and earned him the cov­ eted title of Master Chef be­ stowed by the American Culi­ nary Federation. The last four generations of Lupinacci's held the title and he is one of the few American-bom chefs to receive the recognition. :hefs to receive the recognition. Upon completion of in-class material and hands-on experisnce, steward positions aboard freighters and the luxury liners serving haute cuisine are open to SHLSS chief stewards. First they must follow the regimen. Stewards at the Lun- J: t •# i - i-: 'V;":. i-'' Therefore, any benefits paid by the Seafarers Welfare Plan will be reduced by the amount of benefit paid by the other plan or insurance. SIU safety Tips Drawn by Nathaniel Thomas Chief Steward, SS President Johnson ">1 upgrade Your Job Skills at SHLSS • I 26 / LOG / October 1983 I If you have other insurance coverage, when you have another Seafarers Welfare Plan medical or hospital claim, please include a copy of the other insurance company's contract and ID card with the claim. Then the Welfare Plan will decide who is the "primary car­ rier" or which insurer is to pay first. The rules for determining the primary carrier are: (a) Any plan/insurance cov­ ering a person directly (and not as a dependent) will be consid­ ered the primary carrier. (b) Any plan/insurance cov­ ering a person as a dependent of an employee will be consid­ ered the primary carrier. (c) If the primary carrier can't be determined, the insurance coverage which has been in ef­ fect the longest (the outside car­ rier or the Seafarers Welfare Plan) will be considered the pri­ mary carrier. Education and Training: Your Key to Job Security V^" !;? k deberg school rise early to knead dough, braise meats, bake hon­ eyed breads. Trainees prepare breakfast, desserts and breads. Upgraders prepare lunch meals and dinners. Lupinacci concentrates on teaching chief stewards inter­ national cuisine and gourmet cookery. To each chief Steward he passes on his creative molding of ice sculptures. An ice sculpture slowly melt­ ing and changing shape stood by the head of the serving line from the beginning to the end of the dedication ceremonies. The three-stacked luxury liner was hollowed from a block of ice with picks, chisels, saws and Mann's creative spirit. It was longingly admired amid tables laden with cold roast beef and turkey platters and Maryland crab, watermelon baskets, veg­ etable displays and delicate hors d'oeuvres meticulously ar­ ranged. December graduation is not so far away for Mann. The ded­ ication was the final day before he became a chief steward, the end and the beginning of his dreams. "It's been a long haul," he said, and smiled. appUes to aU benefits of the Sea­ farers Welfare Plan except opti­ cal, sickness and health, and death and dismemberment benefits. It applies only when members or dependents have other medical or hospital insurance coverages. �Area Vice Gulf Cdast^ by V.P. Joe Sacco ''e are still on strike against Dixie Carriers and are con­ tinuing to man the picket lines and build our case against this unionbusting company. The trial before the National La­ bor Relations Board that was set for Sept. 19 to hear our charges against Dixie has been postponed, m let you know more about this in my next column. Early this month I served as a delegate to the AFL-CIO Convention in Florida. Many important labor resolutions, including ones to support a strong U.S. merchant fleet, were passed by the delegates. News from our Gulf Coast ports includes word from Houston that we crewed a newly acquired SlU-contracted ship in the middle of September. She's the bulk carrier Cheyenne (American Bulk) and she's carrying grain to Dakar, Senegal. In New Orleans we recrewed the Ogden Willamette (Ogden Marine). Also, in Louisiana we're working hard for the upcoming state elections. We're giving strong support to Democrat Edwin Edwards who's running for governor. In the port of Jacksonville, SIU Port Agent George Ripoll was recently elected vice president of the Port Maritime Council of the AFL-CIO Maritime Trades Department. Brother RipoU and SIU Field Representative Bill Hodges will be delegates on Oct. 21 at Florida's Democratic Convention. In Jacksonville shipping is very good. Among the ships serviced there this month were the American Eagle (Amencan Bulk), the Transcolumbia (Hudson Waterways), the Charleston, the Sea-Land Pioneer and the Sea-Land Venture (Sea-Land Service), the Ambas­ sador (CCT), the Ponce, (Puerto Rico Marine) and numerous pieces of inland equipment. . j, . j The sun deck on the SIU Jacksonville hall was badly damapd when an 80-mile an hour wind swept through the city. The deck is being repaired. East Coast, by V.P. Leon Hall ate last month I attended the # convention of the AFL-CIO Maritime Trades Department in Hollywood, Fla. Subjects discussed included such vital topics for the maritime indus­ try as the Boggs bill and the pre­ vention of the export of Alaskan oil. Our featured speaker at the twoday convention was AFL-CIO President Lane Kirkland who dis­ cussed labor's decision to break with tradition in order to support a presidential candidate before the primary races began. ^ From the port of Baltimore, Union Representative A1 Raymond reports that SlU-contracted Delta's newly acquired ships, the Santa Rosa and the Santa Paula are going into the Sparrows Point Shipyard for repairs. , .u c • When they come out, the ships will be runmng along the East Coast to South America. We thii^ the ships will be stoppmg m Philadelphia, Charleston and Miami. Both vessels used to be owned by American President Lines o" the West Coast. All steward department personnel were under SIU contract there. Now, all 26 unlicensed ratings on the vessels will be handled by Seafarers. \ Also in Baltimore, we recrewed the Bayamon (Puerto Rico Manne) ^^From the Norfolk area I want to point out that the CS Long Lines is not in layup. SIU Rep Mike Paladino says that the ship is standing by for emergency work in Wilmington, N.C. while she prepares for ''Vmadelphi^ new Port Agent Bob Stevens reports that shipping is on a big upswing. Also, in Philadelphia on Sept. 19 we crewed the IZer Sea Land Marke,. renamed the SS Polto. &r the Maritime Administration under Military Sealift Command charter. She has now been, put into layup but is on readiness alert status. lents' Report Great Lakes & Western Rivers, by V.P. Mike Sacco Tn the port of St. Louis .shipping i Xhad been slow for awhile but it I has now started to pick up. The SlU-contracted Delta Queen i came into St. Louis on Sept. 30 for the last time this year. She's heading down south to New OrI leans and wiU work in the southern Mississippi area. We're also exIpecting the Mississippi Queen in 1 St. Louis soon. That will probably be her last trip too into this port ifor the remainder of 1983. \ A segment of the "Real People" TV show that was recently filmed aboard the Mississippi Queen is supposed to appear on television the week before Thanksgiving. On the Great Lakes we're holding our own with our deep draft vessels. In fact Kinsman, which had two ships running, now has four out working. Shipping wUl probably continue up there until the middle of December. . OTTT . * ^ Concerning our inland equipment on the Lakes, SlU-contracted Luedtke Engineering Co. has begun a hydraulic dredging job m the port of Toledo, Ohio. The company is also mobilizing for two hydrauhc dredging projects in Sandusky, Ohio. Those jobs wUl be m fiiU operation by the middle of this month. Both jobs will involve working three shifts and they'll continue as long as the weather holds out. Another SlU-contracted company on the Lakes, Dunbar and SuUivan, has finished its dredging job in Ashtabula, Ohio. _ _ Early this month in Florida I served as a delegate to the AFL-CIU Convention. Labor delegates from all over the country demanded a change in America—a change that will bring more job secunty to this country's workers. „ T i AII Finally, I want to express my condolences to SIU Rep Jack AUen on the untimely death of his sister, Pauline. r West Coast, by V.P. George McCartney I want to congratulate the Marine Firemen's Union, a long time affiliate of the SIUNA, on their 100th birthday this month. As part of their centennial cel­ ebration on Oct. 28, maritime unions have been invited to a full day discussion on maritime unity. The conference, which the SIU will attend, will be held at the MFU headquarters in San Francisco. Up in Washington state, the canI didate we supported for senator, I Mike Lowry, won his primary race on Oct. 11 against Seattle Mayor Royer. A Democratic U.S. con­ gressman, Lowry has a great maritime record. We'll continue to work hard for him in the November election when he's running against RepubUcan Dan Evans, a former governor of Washington. Also in Seattle, where shipping has picked up, we're crewing up the supertanker Maryland (Bay Tankers). She had been in layup for six months in Swan Island, Portland, Ore. Here in San Francisco, the Santa Mercedes (Delta) has been m layup since June. Also in layup is the Matsonia (Matson), on which we represent the steward department. The Connecticut (Ogden Marine) just went into layup and is having some repairs done in San Francisco's Todd Shipyard. , . There had been a strike since June at the shipyards here but just recently the Metal Trades Department reached a satisfactory agree­ ment and the strike ended. Last month I reported to you about a Chinese stowaway who was found aboard the Sea-Land Developer (Sea-Land). The crewmembers had collected money and clothing for him. When the ship reached Oakland, Calif., U.S. authorities booked the man for entering the country illegally. As of LOG presstime the man was still in this country, reportedly seeking political asylum. The U.S. government has not yet made a final decision about whether or not he can stay here. ^' October 1983/LOG/27 ft:: 1 �Ml |r;v. '.f ; '1 Deep Sea Charles Morris Barkins, 58, joined the SlU in 1946 In the port of New Orleans sail­ ing as a chief steward and cook and baker. Brother Barkins was born in the United States and is a resident of New Orleans. , f: .. ?• Montgomery Martin, 68, joined the SlU in the port of San Francisco in 1968 sailing as a chief cook. Brother Martin was born in Greenwood, S.C. and is a resident of San Diego, Calif. Frank William Chavers, 58, joined the SlU in 1947 In the port of Galveston sailing as a chief electrician. Brother Chavers was born In Mobile and Is a resident there. Michael "Mike" P. Montemayor, 70, joined the SlU in the port of Houston in 1971 sailing in the steward depart­ ment. Brother Montemayor began sailing in 1956. He was ^ born wviii in III Mexico and aiii is a resi* dent of Galveston. .K; ii 1i William "Bill" Henry Davis Jr., 80, joined the SlU In 1938 in the port of New York sailing in the steward department. Brother Davis was born In New York and Is a resident of Houston. John Baptist Delery, 62, joined the SlU In the port of Seattle In 1966 sailing as a FOWT for the Delta Line. Brother Delery began sailing In 1959. He was born in Lou­ isiana and is a resident of Bay St. Louis, Miss. Chester Hughart, 59, joined the SlU in 1943 sailing as an AB for Bay Tankers. Brother Hughart was born in West Virginia and is a resident of -Salida, Colo. Bernie B. Hylton, 62, joined the SlU in 1952 sailing as a wiper for Sea-Land. Brother Hylton is a resident of Lincoln, Ark. LOG/October 1983 John Urzan, 63, joined the SlU in 1941 in the port of New York sailing as an AB. Brother Urzan was born in New York and is a resident of Brooklynr N.Y. Otho R. "Dick" Ware Jr., 57, joined the SlU in 1947 in the port of New Orleans sail­ ing as a recertified bosun on the LNG Leo (Energy Trans­ port). Brother Ware began sailing in 1947. He is a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps in World War II. Seafarer Ware was born in Mississippi and is a resident of Shepherd, Texas. Theodore Andrew Kuias, 65, joined the SlU in the port of San Francisco in 1967 sailing as a QMED. Brother Kuias sailed on the dredge Sugar Islander (Pacific-Gulf Ma­ rine-North American Trailing) in 1982. He was born in New Jersey and is a resident of East Brunswick, N.J. Edward James Broaders, 65, joined the SlU In the port of Baltimore In 1957 sailing as a bosun for Cities Service. Brother Broad­ ers sailed during World War II. He rode the CS Long Lines (AT&T) from 1979 to 1980. Seafarer Broaders attended a 1975 Crew Conference at the SHLSS in Piney Point, Md. and completed the LNG course there Iri 1980. Born In Baltimore, he is a resident there. Tadeusz ChilinskI, 64, joined the SlU In 1942 in the port of New York sailing as a recertified bosun. Brother ChillnskI was born In Pruszkow, Poland and Is a resident of Ramona, Calif. i'1 •• Frank J. Ken, 63, joined the SlU in 1947 in the port of Boston sailing as an AB for Cove Shipping. Brother Kon began sailing in 1945. He was born in Boston and is a resi­ dent of Reno, Nev. Verbon T. Nash, 59, joined the SlU in 1943 in the port of Mobile sailing as an AB. Brother Nash was born in Col­ orado and is a resjdent of Eight Mile, Ala. Edward Douglas Odum, 68, joined the SlU in 1943 in the port of New Orleans sailirtg as a chief cook for the Robin Line in 1967. Brother GdumHiit the bricks in both the 1965 District Council 37 beef and the Chicago (III.) Taxi strike. He was born in Georgia and is a resident of Tampa. Justin T. Woiff, 62, joined the SlU in 1941 in the port of New Orleans sailing as an AB. Brother Wolff began sailing in 1940. He also worked on the Seattle Sea-Land Shoregang. Seafarer Wolff is a resident of New Orleans. T" r • Roberto Oiivieri Zaragoza, 61, joined the SlU in 1941 in the port of New York sailing as an AB. Brother Zaragoza also worked on the Puerto Rico Marine Shore-' gang. He was born in the Dominican Republic and is a resident of Brentwood, LI., N.Y. ^ Great Lakes Eriing Oscar Anderson, 56, joined the Union in the port of Detroit in 1961 sailing as a gateman aboard the SS Ca/v/n, SS Buffalo and SS Manske (American Steam­ ship) from 1960 to 1982 and on the SS J.A. Kling from 1955 to 1958. Brother Ander­ son was born in Manistique, Mich, and is a resident of Toledo, Ohio. Feliciano Resto, 66, joined the SlU in the port of New York in 1969 sailing as a cook Lome Eagle, 66, joined the Union in the for Sea-Land. Brother Resto port of Sault Ste. Marie, Mich, in 1958 sailing was born in Vega Alta, P.R. as a deckhand. Brother Eagle is a former and is a resident there. member of the Teamsters Union, Locals 328 and 527 from 1946 to 1956. He was bom in Sault Ste. Marie and is a resident there. James Lamar Siniard, 60, joined the SlU in the port of San Francisco in 1955 sailing as an AB for Sea-Land. Brother Siniard began sailing in 1946. He was bom in North Carolina and is a resident of Reno. Nev. William George McAndrews, 62, joined the Union in the port of Buffalo, N.Y. in 1961 sailing as a cook for Merritt, Chapman and Scot and for Great Lakes Towing from 1961 to 1982. Brother McAndrews is a former mem- �r... •Jfi'. —»=• ItiiiAiL-..,. . CT- " SeaLog X-Word ••'•i-.'- By Debbie Greene •< 'Vff Across 1. 6. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 17. 19. 21. 22. 23. 25. 26. 28. 30. 32. 33. 34. 35. 38. Storing lever Part of ship's structure (abbr.) yo heave ho Timetable abbr. 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Steward Department Upgraders If you need to obtain copies of your medical records from the USPHS, do not write to your local USPHS hospital. All USPHS hospitals have been closed. Send all requests for medicals records to: U.S. Public Health Service Health Data Center 10000 Aerospace Road Lanham, Md. 20706 According to a PHS official, the Health Data Center is now caught up with the backlog of requests it has received. Any new requests should take from two to four weeks to process. Learn up-to-date skills needed aboard today's vessels. It's your ticket to Job Security! Apply Now! Assistant Cook Cook and Baker Chief Cook PERSONALS Richard J. Cook Please contact Jose Perdomo at 726 27th St., Kenner, La. 70062, (504) 464-0545 (call collect) OR Raymond Milly, 117 Focis St., Metarie, La. 7()005, (504) 831-2829 (call collect). (Continaed from Page 28.) 18 |» 4 r.niipri' Need Medical Records from USPHS? Here's Where to Get Them ... Answers to Previous Puzzle Il4 113 ri2 out the application in this issue of the Log or contact the lAdmissions Office at SHLSS, Piney Point, Maryland 20674.1 Theodore Graham Please contact Ms. Ann Davis at (206) 624-0950. Leonard John Paszklewcz, 65, joined the Union in 1971 sailing as a chief steward on the SS Sam Laud (American Steamship) in 1981. Brother Paszkiewcz was born in Manatowoc, Wis. and is a resident of Green Bay, Wis. ber of the United Steelworkers of America Union from 1946 to 1961, the Tug Firemen, Linemen, Oilers and Watchmen's Union, Lo­ cal 6 (ILA) and the Teamsters Union. He is a S/C1 volunteer veteran of the U.S. Navy in World War II serving aboard the USS LSM 415. Laker McAndrews was graduated from the Navy's Cook and Bakers School in Nor­ folk, Va. and was awarded the Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Ribbon with 1 star and the Phil­ ippine Liberation Medal. Richard Duane Whitford, 62, joined the Union in the port of Ashtabula, Ohio in 1961 sailing as a lineman for the Great Lakes Towing Co. from 1956 to 1977. Brother Whitford was a machinist for the New York, Chicago and St. Louis Railroad Co. from 1940 to 1956. He was a former member of the Oil, Chemical and Atomic Workers Intemational Union from 1960 to 1961 and the Intemational Assn. of Machinists. Laker William Joseph Smith, 65, joined the Whitford is a veteran of the U.S. Army Field Union in the port of Cleveland, Ohio in 1961 Artillery in World War II. Bom in Conneaut, sailing as a FOWT for Great Lakes Towing Ohio, he is a resident there. from 1940 to 1982. Brother Smith is a former member of the Firemen and Oilers Union, Local 52 and the Intemational Union of Operating Engineers from 1942 to 1945. He is a veteran of the U.S. Navy in World War II. Laker Smith was bom in Cleveland. siu It's Your Union Be Proud October 1983/LOG/: fi] -''im.-i® it'T �»-. r'@y5EXISPSCS<ns5!S=nE3'^,-.>:i.^. •™**'."T®*^'|^»#*'<WIW.-. *.i Maritime Wins Support At AFL-CiO Convention U (Continued from Page 1.) not be phased out, and funding should be restored to a level adequate to prevent reliance on foreign shipyards and lost em­ ployment in the domestic ship­ building industry. The United States should also ratify the United Nations Code for liner conferences to help the domestic shipping industry at­ tain a more equitable share of cargo shipments generated by U.S. trade. Adequate adjust­ ment assistance must be pro­ vided to U.S. maritime workers suffering adversities from for­ eign maritime activities. To strengthen the nation's vi­ tal maritime assets, private-sector ships—built, operated and erewed by U.S. citizens—should provide support to the U.S. Navy, thereby allowing scarce naval resources to be focused on activities critical to the na­ tion's defense. Passage of the Competitive Shipbuilding Act of 1983 is cen­ trally important to the maritime industry. The Act would require 5 percent of all bulk cargoes involved in U.S. foreign trade to travel on U.S.-flag vessels. This proportion would increase 1 percent annually until a min­ imum of 20 percent is attained. Enactment would create ap­ proximately 9,000 new seafaring jobs, 25,000 new shipyard jobs as well as 78,000 new jobs in support and allied trades. An additional 200,000 maritime-re­ lated jobs would be saved. Pas­ sage of the Act would improve the nation's balance-of^payments, reduce vulnerability to disruptions in the supply of stra­ tegic raw materials, and en­ hance national security by pro­ viding a fleet capable of serving as an auxiliary to the Navy. The Competitive Shipbuilding Act is a low-cost approach to revital- Grants Sail Aboard Independence " ' . izing the maritime industry, cre­ ating jobs, and strengthening the nation's economy. Its enact­ ment is of extreme importance. For the Operating Differential Subsidy Program, the adminis­ tration supports only enough funding to fulfill existing con­ tract obligations. In a further unwise policy change, the administration has allowed ship owners to receive operating subsidies while building vessels in foreign shipyards. The ad­ ministration's proposals would further jeopardize the maritime industry's survival. Adequate funding for operating subsidies must be provided, and subsidies should be restricted to owners operating ships built in the United States. Existing maritime laws and regulations must be enforced. The Jones Act requirements on intra-U.S. shipping should be strengthened, and there should be np further waivers of foreignflag ships. Restrictions on Alas­ kan oil exports need to be main­ tained in order to ensure the nation's economic and defense security. Bilateral shipping agreements must be negotiated to stimulate U.S. shipping and employment. A maritime agreement between the United States and the Soviet Union is of particular impor­ tance to the future health of the maritime industry and should be renegotiated. Legal Aid In the event that any SlU memhefa have legal problema In the varloua ports, a Hat of attorneys whom they can consult Is tieing published. The member need not choose the recom­ mended attorneys and this Hat Is In­ tended only for Informational pur­ poses: NEW YORK, NEW YORK Schulman & 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, III. 60603 Tele. # (312) 263-6330 DETROIT, MICH. Victor G. Hanson 19268 Grand River Avenue Detroit, Mich. 48822 Tele. # (313) 532-1220 GLOUCESTER, MASS. Orlando d^Whlte 1 Western Avenue Gloucester, Mass. 01930 Tele. # (617) 283-8100 HOUSTON, TEXAS Archer, Peterson and Waldner 1801 Main St. (at Jefferson) Suite 510 Houston, Texas 77002 Tele. # (713) 659-4455 & Tele. # (813) 879-9842 LOS ANGELES, CAtlF. Fogel, Rothschild, Feldman & Ostrov 5900 Wllshire Boulevard, Suite 2600 Los Angeles, Calif. 90036 Tele. # (213) 937-6250 WILMINGTON, CALIF. Fogel, Rothschild, Feldman & Ostrov 239 South 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 Gravler;Street New Orleans, La. 70112 Tele. # (504) 586-9395 PHILADELPHIA, PA. KIrschner, Walters, Wllllg, Weinberg & Dempsey Suite 110 1429 Walnut Street Philadelphia, Pa. 19102 Tele. # (215) 569-8900 Among the many guests aboard the SS Independence recently were actor Gary Grant and his family. They took the trans-Pacific voyage as well as the Hawaiian Islands cruise and said they really enjoyed the trip. Pictured on the deck of the ship are (I. to r.) Gary Grant's wife, Barbara: Gary Grant; his daughter Jennifer; Sam Nazario, hot^' manager; and Todd Vitti, friend of the Grant family. Dispatchers Report for Great Lakes SEPT. 1-30, 1983 Port Algonac *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C 41 4 Port Algonac 24 2 Port Algonac 4 0 Port Algonac 38 27 0 TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT 40 7 0 "REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C 47 2 0 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 19 7 0 25 1 2 0 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 13 3 0 2 4 0 42 29 8 39 12 1 ENTRY DEPARTMENT 0 0 0 72 17 0 33 1 116 107 Totals All Depaitmtiiis .... *"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. 30/LOG/October 1983 5 1. ST. LOUIS, MO. Gruenberg, Sounders & Levlne Suite 905—Chemical Building 721 Olive Street St. Louis, Missouri 63101 Tele. # (314) 231-7440 SAN FRANCISCO, CALIF. John Paul Jennings Henning, Walsh & Ritchie 100 Bush Street, Suite 440 San Francisco, Calif. 94104 Tele. # (415) 981-4400 SEATTLE, WASH. Davles, Roberts, Reld, 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 •. » �House and Senate Move on Cruise America Bill (Continued from Page 1.) During the House mark-up session, normally a quick op­ eration, opponents spent more than two hours arguing against the bill. They then offered sev­ eral amendments which in effect would have gutted the legisla­ tion. All were defeated, but not before lengthy and time-con­ suming roll call votes. One amendment, by Biaggi, was added to the bill. It requires that all work on the ships be done in American yards, which the officers of Cruise America had said they would do anyway. Also it gave the companies who claimed they could build and operate the ships a chance to put up or shut up. If any American-built ship begins pas­ senger operation before the leg­ islation is enacted. Cruise America would not be allowed to compete with them. Also in the Gulf of Mexico, if any Amer­ ican-built ship comes on line in three years, the Princess and Countess would have to be withdrawn from those routes. "It's a legitimate and feasible way to modestly increase the number of passenger ships flying the American flag," said Com­ mittee Chairman Walter B. Jones (D-N.C.). "The Cruise America venture is the only serious proposal ready to go on stream right now," SIU President Frank Drozak testified before the Senate Mer­ chant Marine subcommittee. The hearings covered many of the same objections as the House proceedings, but sup­ porters were able to introduce testimony and evidence rebut­ ting the charges. "They [the bill's opponents] are saying, 'Don't enact this legislation, because you will de­ stroy the domestic cruise ship building industry.' Mr. Chair­ man, you won't put anyone out of work by enacting S. 1197 because this type of work has not existed for 25 years, the last time a ship of this kind was built in the U.S.," Shaw said. "Those who fear this bill be­ cause of the harm it would do to the Jones Act, are kidding themselves," Biaggi said. He pointed to the fact that there has not been an American cruise ship in the coastwise passenger trade since the 1950s. "The Seafarers International Union has always been and con­ tinues to be a strong supporter of all U.S.-built, U.S.-flagged, U.S.-ere wed domestic cab­ otage laws. The reality of the industry, however, dictates that waivers of this basic principle must be considered occasion­ ally on a case-by-case basis," Drozak testified. He said three basic questions must be answered about the bill before it is passed: Rep. Mario Biaggi (D-N.Y.) used the opportunity to testify before the Senate Merchant Marine Subcommittee to criticize opponents of the reflagging of two Cunard ships. He called their actions selfish. SIU President Frank Drozak explains to the Senate Merchant Marine Subcommittee that the addition of two deep-sea passenger ships would mean about 1,000 jobs, millions in repair work for American shipyards and add to the nation's defense posture. Will it harm existing oper­ ators? Will it offer benefits to the U.S. merchant marine and to the economy? Will it discourage or en­ courage growth of a U.S.-built, U.S.-flag domestic fleet? He noted that when those questions are applied to the cargo trade the answers are almost always negative. The domestic passenger trade is "an entirely different situation," he said. Today only two deep-sea passenger ships operate under the American flag. The SS Independence and Constitution both sail only in the Hawaiian Islands' trade. Cruise America plans to operate on the East, Gulf and West Coasts, plus Alaska and the Great Lakes. Some small U.S.-flag passen­ ger ships sail along the rivers and bays, but carry only about 100 passengers and offer little or no overnight service. Cruise America plans to work closely with the operators of the smaller ships to offer side trips. ' 'This will increase service for those vessels. This combined with the non-existence of a large passenger fleet will ensure U.S. operators are not harmed," Drozak said. In judging what effect the ships would have on the merchant marine and the economy, Dro­ zak outlined several figures. Unemployment runs about 47 percent in the U.S. merchant fleet. The two ships would cre­ ate some 1,050 jobs. Also U.S. shipyards are suf­ fering tremendous losses. The Countess and Princess would require about $10 million worth of work to bring them up to U.S. Coast Guard standards plus about another $5 million a year each in routine repairs and maintenance, Drozak said. That means jobs and revenues for American yards, he said. Service and supply for the ships in the some 19 ports they will call on would create hundreds of other jobs around the country. Tax revenues on local, state and federal levels would increase. "In short, the jobs, supplies and revenues generated by these vessels to the U.S. fleet can only help the U.S. merchant marine and the U.S. economy," he said. Finally, Drozak pointed out the two ships would stimulate the growth of the U.S. passen­ ger fleet. No American com­ pany has been in that business for decades. No one knows if an American-flag, Americancrewed ship can make money. "They will take the risks and develop the market. Other American operators will learn from this venture and take ad­ vantage of the developing mar­ ket. U.S. documentation of these vessels clearly will encourage future expansion of the U.S. domestic passenger fleet, pro­ viding for additional construc­ tion of new vessels in U.S. ship­ yards," Drozak said. No date has been set for ad­ ditional hearings or mark-up. Deposit in the SIU Blood Bank—It's Your Life •iiS ' ^ • --r-- October 1983/LOG/31 �•siiiiie.-Transcolorado Cited In Naval Exercise At Ilk Service Sef for Lost Poet Crew n f Tv M 23 ft 2 p m relatives of the 34-man SiU crew lost in ?9"8oTboard^e sunken SS Poef will place a memori^ plaque in the Both the MSG and U.S. Air the Air Force observers. "Additionally, the care and Force early last month cited Seafarers and ship's officers rid­ attention to the condition and ing the 5S rran5co/orai/o (Hud­ security of the cargo was ex­ son Waterways) for their "in­ emplary. Their innovative use valuable assistance" in a of Ram-Nek marine tape has Maritime Prepositioning Pro­ resulted in the best condition gram (MPP) exercise in the observed aboard all ships en­ gaged in the prepositioning pro­ Mediterranean Sea. A cable to the company from gram. "A proposal to extend the both the Air Force and the MSG maintenance cycle of the cargo said: "Please pass my compliments aboard the Transcolorado has to all personnel related to the been forwarded to Headquar­ MSG charter vessel 55 Trans­ ters, Air Force Logistics Gommand. Any contribution you can colorado. "During the recent exercise make to lengthening the on-staof this ship involving cargo dis­ tion time of this ship will serve charge, the vessel's crew pro­ to enhance our contingency vided invaluable assistance to support posture." ®'?Ke p°aque e«<=h of the Seafarers Pa. 19134. Star of Texas Goin' to Israel nn nr^t from a Gulf East Coast or St. Lawrence Seaway port, the SS Star of Texas (Titan Navigation) will carry 33,500 long tons of S;^eafaKoO long tons of grain to Haifa or Ashdod, Israel. SS Santa Paula to Run Next Month The first of the two containerships, the bought by Delta Line from APL, will enter service in November. The other vessel is the renamed SS Santa Rosa. Each holds 1 108 20-foot containers and 166 refrigerated units, ^ej be on the biweekly run from the East Coast to Venezuela. Colombia, Panama and the west coast of South America. SS Del Sol Off to Cape Verde Is. On Board the Queens On Oct. 19 from the port of Wilmington, Calif., the SS D®'S"* (R®"? Line) will haul 6,500 metric tons of bulk corn to Porto Praia and Mindelo, Cape Verde Is. 1st MIdfcody forMPSP Is Launched The first 157-foot midbody section for the MSC's Maritime Preposi­ tioning Ship Program (MPSP) was launched Sept. 24 at the Bethlehem Steel Shipyard in Beaumont, Texas. The SlU's Waterman Steamship Co. will convert three of the ships at the National Steel and Shipbuilding Co. Yard in San Diego, Calif. _ The 13 MPSP ships will be built from the keel up or converted from existing ships to join the Navy's MSC fleet. All will be named for the U.S. Marine Corps Medal of Honor winners. The vessels, manned by civilian crews, will be used for term storage of combat equipment and supplies for three U.S. Marine cTps U S. Army and U.S Air Force brigades. They wiil be posrtjoned at strategic locations around the globe for rapid deployment capabi ityj Rendezvous with the stored materiel in a national emergency will be done by air by a Marine brigade of 12,000, an Army bngade of 5,000 and a full Air Force wing. The ships could support three separate brigades in action in three different military theaters for 30 days. The ships could unload tanks, artillery, personnel carriers, ammunition, rations and medical supplies in primitive ports and on isolated beaches. MAR AD Opens Office in Des Piaines, His Rob Williams, first cook on the Mississippi Queen, stands in the di^9 in front of a picture of Leonor Suiiivan. SuiWm was the p^t chairman of the Merchant Marine Committee and worked very hard to keep the wooden Delta Queen in operation. MARAD early this month opened its Great Lakes Regional Cmice at a new location in Suite 254,2300 W. Devon Ave., Des Plaines, III. Saifin' With the Penguins i ' Early last month in a San Francisco Chronicle Postcard Column, the writer reports from aboard the SS Santa Maria (Delta Line) sailing southward in the springtime, below the Equator, around South America *'^°ln the Sfiait of Magellan, surrounded by icy glaciers, he is invited to jump into the deck swimming pool and be awarded a golden penguin pin. One woman passenger has 29! Ashore, he adds, there's some weird stuff for sale: a paperweight with a black tarantula under glass. Deadly piranha fish varnishM with jaws pulled back to show the needle teeth. And shrunken Indian heads. 1 ' For Higher Pay and Job Security Upgrade Your Skiiis nl Two of the Mrssissippi Queen's deckhmds stand in the crew gaiiey. They are Tony Raiicki (i.) and Ander Echeis. 32/LOG/October 1983 : 1. ? i 1^' i) - AtSHLSS �I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I V I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I hinaton Win I Seafarers International Union of North America, AFL-GIO WASHINGTON REPORT America's favorite sport—the presiden­ tial election—has begun in earnest. Up until now, the candidates have been content to build up their names, define issues, raise money and put together cam­ paign organizations capable of going the distance. Now, however, things are beginning to get serious. A non-binding straw poll was held in Maine. Eight Democratic candi­ dates spent hundreds of thousands of dol­ lars to influence the outcome, even though no delegates were at stake. Other important developments have oc­ curred. The Executive Council of the AFLGIO endorsed Walter Mondale. The SIU and other unions abstained in the vote, preferring to press the Democratic chal­ lengers for a commitment on certain pro­ grams. As of yet, none of the announced candidates has come up with a maritime platform. Many political analysts complain that the process of selecting an American pres­ ident has become more of a three-ring circus than a serious way of determining the fate of the country. While they are probably right, they miss the point: Amer­ icans like the show. NOBEL PRIZE . This year's Nobel Peace Prize was awarded to Lech Walesa for his coura­ geous stewardship of Solidarity, the Polish Labor organization. The award has special significance for American workers, many of whom have voluntarily dropped their union affiliation. Political freedom begins with the right of people to band together to protect their economic interests. Polish workers are risking their lives to secure that right. American workers take it for granted. GUNARDBILL SIU President Frank Drozak testified before the Merchant Marine subcommit­ tee of the Senate Commerce Committee earlier last month. He spoke on behalf of legislation that would redocument two British-flag passenger vessels under Amer­ ican registry. The bill, according to Drozak, is an important one, not the least because it would create nearly 1,000 seafaring jobs at a time when the maritime industry is in a near-depression. The biU was reported out of the House Merchant Marine Committee by a 30-10 vote. It is expected to reach the floor of the House of Representatives within the next month. Legislative, Administrative and Regulatory Happenings October 1983 reporting requirements for U.S.-flag ves­ sels. The SIU supports this legislation as an important first step in tbe prevention of maritime disasters like the SS Poet (where a vessel went several days without re­ porting to the company and no one thought it unusual). ALASKAN OIL The Export Administration Act, which bans the export of Alaskan oil, was ex­ tended for an additional 15 days. It was due to have expired on September 30. The bill is awaiting floor action in the House and the Senate. Things look ex­ tremely good, especially in the House. The legislation is important for Seafar­ ers. At least 40 contracted SIU tankers carry oil from Alaska to the lower 48 states. We would lose most, if not all, of those jobs if Alaskan oil were sold abroad. FILL RATE The Senate sent a message to the Reagan administration in this year's appropria­ tions bill for the Department of the Interior (H.R. 3363). It adopted an amendment by Senator Bill Bradley (D-N.J.) that would fix the fill rate of the Strategic Petroleum Reserve at a rate of 220,000 barrels a day. Earlier this year, the Reagan adminis­ tration unilaterally lowered the fill rate to 145,000 barrels. In doing so it may have jeopardized the national security of the United States. There is a war going on between Iran and Iraq. There have been indications that the Iranians are consid­ ering mining the Straits of Hormuz, which could interrupt the flow of Middle Eastern oil to the United States. The House has already passed an ap­ propriations bill containing similar lan­ guage. There have been reports that congressional leaders are trying to work out a deal with the administration where it would honor a compromise fill rate of 188,000 barrels a day. CDS PAYBACK The House approved H.R. 3222, the Appropriations Bill for State, Commerce and Justice. Among other things, the bill would prevent implementation of a DOT rule allowing subsidized operators to op­ erate in the domestic trade if they paid back their Construction Differential Sub­ sidies. The rule has been strongly opposed by the SIU and much of the maritime indus­ try. It would deplete what is left of this nation's merchant marine and disrupt the domestic shipping market. The Senate is considering action on its own version of the appropriations bill. As it now stands, the DOT can implement the rule, but it must give 60 days notice before doing so. DOT Secretary Elizabeth Dole is said to be actively reviewing her department's stand, and has not yet de­ cided to implement the rule. CARGO PREFERENCE SIU President Frank Drozak flew back from the Maritime Trades Department Convention in Florida to testify in favor of several cargo preference bills before the Senate. Except for a few minor sug­ gestions, he threw the Union'"s support behind all four. The centerpiece of the hearings was Sen. Paul Trible's (R-Va.) Competitive Shipping and Shipbuilding Act of 1983. Drozak also supported the Senate version of a bill consolidating, strengthening and streamlining government-impelled cargo laws. The other bills would require that 100 percent of the nation's overseas surface mail be shipped on U.S. ships and the last would give the Secretary of Transporta­ tion more authority to enforce cargo pref­ erence. SPAD is the SIU's political fund and our political airm in Washington, D.C. The SIU asks for and accepts voluntary contributions only. The Union uses the money donated to SPAD to support the election campaigns of legislators who have shown a pro-maritime or pro-labor record. SPAD enables the SIU to work effectively on the vital maritime issues in the Congress. These are issues that have a direct impact on the jobs and job security of all SIU mem­ bers, deep-sea, inland, and Lakes. The SIU urges its members to continue their fine record of support for SPAD. A member can contribute to the SPAD fund as he or she sees fit, or make no contribution at all without fear of reprisaL A copy of the SPAD report is filed with the Federal Elec­ tion Commission. It is available for purchase from the EEC in Washington, D.C. MARITIME SAFETY The Maritime Safety Bill, HR 3486, has been marked up by a joint Coast Guardilerchant Marine subcommittee. Among other things, the biU would improve the October 1983/LOG/33 �Digest of Ships Neotings ADONIS (Apex Marine), August 14—Chairman A.C. Harrington; Sec­ retary Eari W. Gay; Educational Direc­ tor M.W. Roberson; Deck Delegate Antonios M. Trikoglou. Some disputed OT was reported in both the deck and steward departments, but for the most part everything was running smoothly. Crewmembers were reminded of the educational opportunities available at the school in Piney Point and were urged to upgrade. The importance of donating to SPAD was also stressed. By giving to SPAD, our voice can be heard in Washington. A number of items need clarification. These include: Who is supposed to clean up an oil spill? Is cleaning the tanks compulsory overtime? A vote of thanks was given to the ship's chairman, the department delegates and the steward for jobs well done. )1 •;/ I. • , i'-. ,1; •i' • .!-,1 l> AMCO TRADER (American Coastal), August 28—Chairman Al Wentworth; Secretary J.F. Mann; Steward Delegate^ Charles Ratcliff. Several hours of disputed OT were reported in the deck and steward de­ partments. There is $57 in the ship's fund. Some money was spent on the previous trip to purchase a dart board; many of the crewmembers are enjoy­ ing the use of this added recreational facility. A discussion was held on the importance of taking an oath of alle­ giance to the Union by all full book members, and all crewmembers were asked not to discuss Union proceed­ ings or other business with officers under any circumstances. Also dis­ cussed was the fact that American Coastal lost its MSC contract. It will, however, remain operating under civilian charter. Many groups in maritime-related industries have had to make sacrifices during these harsh r| economic times, and the members talked about why these sacrifices are necessary in order to help shipping companies remain solvent and insure jobs for the rest of us. A suggestion was made that patrolmen bring regis­ tration cards to any ship laying up so that members will not have to wait around to register, especially if the ship lays up on a weekend. And finally, the crew is seeking a shoregang in Bayonne, N.J. when the ship returns from Northern Europe, primarily for taking stores. ' BEAVER STATE (Apex Marine), August 14—Chairman Barney Swearingen; Secretary Frank Costango; Educational Director J. Bailey; Deck Delegate Ken Hagar; Engine Dele­ gate Robert Bunch; Steward Delegate Isaiah Gray. Everything is running smoothly with no disputed OT or beefe reported. There is $23 in the ship's fund. The chairman noted that the exercise bike and other gym equip­ ment are now up forward and are available for all to use. He also announced that the ship is scheduled to arrive in Nederland, Texas around Sept 20. The captain told crewmembers that he will try to change the movies at Pembrooke, South Wales. A vote of thanks was given to the steward de­ 34/LOG/October 1983 m- partment for a job well done. The next port is Pembrooke, South Wales; then back to Nederland, Texas for payoff. CAGUAS (Puerto Rico Marine), September 4—Chairman Calixto L. Gonzales; Secretary J. Ross; Educa­ tional Director Robert L. Tompkins; Deck Delegate Luis Perez. No beefs or disputed OT were reported. There is $100 in the ship's fund. The chair­ man asked that anyone getting off in Puerto Rico on Sept. 5 please notify the captain no later than Friday, Sept. 2. He also asked that crew not jump from the ship to the ramp before it has been secured. A number of motions were brought up and were carried unanimously. One was that the Ne­ gotiating Committee be asked to seek one day of retirement money for each day of vacation earned. This money would go to the retirement fund. Also they asked that a day's seatime be credited to Seafarers for each day of vacation eamed. This time would apply toward retirement. Another motion concerned the permanent jobs issue. Crewmembers were against this sys­ tem, feeling that the rotary shipping system works best and is fairer. COVE LIBERTY (Cove Shipping), August 26—Chairman J.S. Rogers; Secretary Edward Wiggins; Deck Del­ egate Willie Chestnut; Engine Dele­ gate Federico Rodriguez. No disputed OT was reported, nor were there any beefs. The members were informed by the chairman that payoff would take place in Baton Rouge, La. on Aug. 31. He asked that anyone with disputed OT see him before that date. He also announced that a new clothes dryer has been ordered and should be avail­ able by then. The educational director urged everyone to take advantage of the opportunities at Piney Point. He also recommended getting cassette tapes for each department on the sub­ ject of safety. Crewmembers were re­ minded to rinse their dishes before leaving them in the sink, and a vote of thanks was given to the steward de­ partment for a job well done. Next port: Baton Rouge, La. DELTA CARIBE (Delta SS Lines), August 28—Chairman R.E. Darville; Secretary R.A. Cobb; Educational Di­ rector Billy Joe Ball; Steward Delegate Prince Baker. No disputed OT was reported in the three departments. Re­ garding the ship's treasury: The stew­ ard checked with the master about the ship's movie money and was informed that the previous captain said that all the movie money had been given back to the ones who donated it. Some crewmembers, however, said that they didn't get their money back. The chair­ man reported that othenwise, every­ thing is running smoothly. The ship is expect to arrive in Haifo, Israel around Sept. 1. He also talked about safety habits aboard ship and mentioned some ways to help fellow shipmates in case of trouble. Also discussed were the eduoationai opportunities available at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship in Piney Point. Md. and the importance of attending classes there to upgrade for the future. He also stressed the importance of donating to SPAD. The secretary thanked the crew for all they did in helping to keep the messhall and pantry clean. Several motions were made. One was that the Union draw up a LASH ship contract before the company sets their own agreement. Another was to regulate work hours so that a member won't have to work 'round the clock. And the third motion was that the slop chest be stocked with basic items such as gloVes and other necessary items of clothing. (On the last trip they even ran out of toothpaste!) A vote of thanks was given to the steward department for a job well done. Next port: Haifa, Israel. LNG GEMINI (Energy Transpor­ tation Corp.), August 21—Chairman R.D. Schwarz; Secretary Ed Haber; Educational Director J. Ponti; Deck Delegate John Batorski; Engine Del­ egate Jose L. Valle; Steward Delegate David Pappas. There was some dis­ puted OT in the engine department. The treasurer reports that all is going well. Four new tapes have been pur­ chased, and the tape bank keeps growing. Crewmembers were re­ minded that all movie tapes should be kept in the lounge area, not in individ­ ual rooms. A vote of thanks was given to the steward department for the fine food served and for the pool parties. The deck department also received a vote of thanks for keeping the messroom clean and the dishes washed while on watch at night. Here are the men responsible for the great pool parties. Standing (I. to r.) are: Thomas Hilbum, GSU; David Pappas, chief cook; Ed Haber, steward; and Michael Taraba, GSU. Kneeling is Ronald Malozi, GSU. KOPAA (Pacific Gulf Marine), Au­ gust 7—Chairman Gary Hoover; Sec­ retary Milton Thrash; Deck Delegate F. Johnson; Steward Delegate John Pennell. No disputed OT was reported. There is $55 in the ship's fund. The bosun talked about the upcoming pay­ off. He also brought up the subject of job security and the different ways crewmembers can help in building a strong U.S. merchant marine. One is by paying your Union dues; another is by donating to SPAD; a third is by upgrading. The secretary stressed the importance of upgrading and said that those who don't want to go to Piney Point are missing out. A discussion was held about the medical care sit­ uation. Opinions were voiced that It Is necessary to have a seamen's hospi­ tal. It seems that we are going back­ ward. Everyone but the seamen have a hospital plan. Why? Next port: Crockette, Calif. OGDEN YUKON (Ogden Marine), August 7—Chairman James C. Baudoln; Secretary Chester R. Moss; Ed­ ucational Director Venus Guy; Deck Delegate Laurence L. Kunc; Engine Delegate Paul B. Bland; Steward Del­ egate James E. Harris. No disputed OT, The chairman announced that payoff will be on Aug. 14. He asked that crewmembers wait for their reliefs before leaving the ship. A specific item dealing with overtime was brought up. The chairman settled It by saying that no one shall go from the deck depart­ ment to the engine department to work overtime when they can work In their own department. The secretary said that everything Is going smoothly and he thanked everyone for helping make this a happy trip. A motion was made that those crewmembers who are not SlU members be taken off the ship. The feeling was that any crewmember should be from the SlU hall. A vote of thanks was given to the steward de­ partment for a job well done this voy­ age and to everyone for helping In the rescue of the Spanish fishing boat. The chairman noted that no matter how hard the crew works for the safety of their ship or another ship, there Is no overtime. Saving anyone's life Is the goodwill of man—^for the life one saves may well be their own. OVERSEAS ALICE (Maritime Overseas Corp.), September 11— Chairman N. Bryant; Secretary C. Le­ per Jr.; Educational Director P. Koutsoueadis. Some disputed OT was re­ ported in the engine department. It will be taken up by the boarding patrolman. There Is $24.63 In the ship's treasury. The chairman announced that the ship Is heading for Spain, France and Hol­ land. He also told the crew that they should read the article In the LOG on survival suits, and the crewmembers would like It to be known that they endorse this bill all the way. The sec­ retary reported that everything Is run­ ning smoothly and he thanked all mem­ bers for helping keep the ship clean. The movies have been aboard ship for two trips. It Is hoped that new ones can be purchased at the next port In Spain. PANAMA (Sea-Land Service), Au­ gust 7—Chairman C. Christensen; Secretary W.J. Miles; Educational Di­ rector Freddie Horn. No disputed OT was reported. The chairman reported that everything Is running smootfily. i �^ • :2 Arrival in New Orleans is scheduled for two days from now, and a fire and boat drill will take place before payoff. Crewmembers were reminded to dress decently for meals—a shirt and pants (no shorts). They were also reminded of the importance of donating to SPAD. A vote of thanks was given to the steward department for the fine food and service this voyage. All members stood for one moment of silence in memory of our departed brothers and sisters. Next port: New Orleans, La. PONCE (Puerto Rico Marine), Sep­ tember 4--Chairman L. Rodriguez; Secretary H. Ridgeway; Educational Director H. Lomas. No disputed OT. There is $130 in the ship's fund. The ship's chairman reported that every­ thing is running pretty smoothly at the present time. And in order to help keep it that way, he reminded everyone to help keep the lounge, messhall and pantry clean. He also stressed the importance of donating to SPAD. The educational director talked about the opportunities available by upgrading and of the courses at Piney Point. Upgrading not only helps the individ­ ual, it also helps the Union. A sugges­ tion was made to have the TV, video machine and air conditioner repaired. If the air conditioner can't be fixed, it was suggested that fans be obtained for all rooms. Crewmembers were re­ minded not to jump on the ramps, but to wait until they are secure. A vote of thanks was given to everyone who helped in the fixing of the barbeque on. deck. SANTA MARIANA (Delta SS Lines), August 12—Chairman Thomas W. Lasater. There was no disputed OT reported, but both the deck and engine departitients were running one man short. There is $450 in the ^ip's fund. The chairman talked about the importance of donating to SPAD. He also stressed the necessity of upgrad­ ing. Piney Point provides many op­ portunities for SlU members and they ought to be made aware of them. Donating to SPAD and upgrading are two ways to help fight for job security. Another way is to vote, and the chair­ man suggested that anyone who has not registered to vote do so. A discus­ sion was held about safety aboard ship—both on and off the job. Safety cards were issued to each crewmember at the start of the voyage. Several items need to be repaired including the clocks on the main deck and the washing machine in the stewards laundry room. A vote of thanks went to the steward department for the great July 4th meal, for the cook-out deco­ rations, and for the great job they did throughout the whole trip. SEA-LAND CONSUMER (SeaLand Service) August 12—Chairman Manuel A. Sllva; Secretary Robert Ue- " gel; Educational Director Thomas Jackson; Deck Delegate E. Scroggins; Engine Delegate Elkin Kent; Steward Delegate Billie Wilkerson. Some dis­ puted OT was reported in the engine department. The bosun thanked the crew for being so good while in the Rotterdam shipyard. He also reported that the captain said that the members will receive 14 days subsistence for this time. The crew felt they should receive 17 days because the shipyard workers were working around the clock, making all kinds of noises down in the engine room. This problem will be Ixought up with the patrolman at pay­ off. Several complaints were voiced about the water being rusty and about the engine room water fountain not being in working condition. Othenwise, everything seems to be running smoothly. Next port is Houston, Texas; then on to New Orleans for payoff. SEA-LAND DEFENDER (SeaLand Service), Sept. 4—Chairman C.A. Perreira; Secretary C.F. Blanco; Edu­ cational Director G. Van Epps; Deck Delegate J. Evans; Engine Delegate J. Kachel; Steward Delegate D. Brown. Bosun Reuel Palmer had to get off in Kobe, Japan on Aug. 20 due to an injury; Recertified Bosun C.A. Perreira is his replacement. It is anticipated that at the payoff in Oakland, Calif., the boarding patrolman will have some­ thing to tell the crew about new ship­ ping rules or contracts. So all members were reminded to attend the meeting and hear what's happening in the Union. To those members who will be getting off, the secretary reminded them to clean their rooms for their relief. Also, pictures of nude women on walls must be removed. (You never know whether the person relieving you is a woman-rr maybe even your cousin or sister.) Video tapes are available next to the chief engineer's office. When mem­ bers are through watching the films they should rewind and retum them so that , others may enjoy them. Some people aboard have been complaining about the food. Everyone should re­ member that cooks have limited time like anyone else. They have their own working hours. So you must take into consideration this fact when they can't always put extra time into preparing fancy or special food. One minute of silence was obsenred in memory of our departed brothers and sisters. Next port is Long Beach; then on to Oakland for payoff. SENATOR (Coordinated Carib­ bean Transport), August 8—Chairman D.L. McCorvey; Secretary J. Gillian; Educational Director R. Jaclin. No dis­ puted OT. Payoff should take place on Wednesday, Aug. 10 if the patrolman arrives, as there are some problems that need to be taken care of by him. The ship is in port for such a short time that it is hoped he can hy hard to Digost of Ships ticetings service the ship. A new washing ma­ chine is badly needed. The one on­ board has already been repaired sev­ eral times, but is pretty well shot now. Crewmembers were asked not to turn on the TV during the meal hour as it disrupts everyone else's routine. Next port: Miami, Fla. SPIRIT OF TEXAS (Titan Navi­ gation), August 28—Chairman Jerry McLean; Secretary Jim Bartlett; Edu­ cational Director George Damey. Some disputed OT was reported in the deck department along with some beefs that will have to be settled by the patrolrnan at payoff. There is $10 in the ship's fund. The chairman passed along some information from the patrolman—^that anyone needing to see a doctor or to go to the hospital should go through the SlU hall. Several suggestions were made. One was to all crewmembers that when they are finished with a film cassette, they should put it back in the correct case. Another suggestion was to everyone to help keep the crew lounge cleaner. A vote of thanks was extended to the steward department for a job well done this voyage. One minute of silence was observed in memory of our departed brothers and sisters. Heading out to Gramercy, La. and Jamaica. STAR OF TEXAS (Titan Naviga­ tion), August 28—Chairman Gene Paschall; Secretary I. Fletcher; Deck Delegate B.G. Williams. No disputed OT; everything is running smoothly in all departments. There is no ship's fund at this time. All personnel will be asked to contribute to such a fund so that money will be available for emer­ gencies and other ship business. The chairman read a number of articles from the LOG, one of which centered around the health and welfare pro­ gram. All agreed that putting the Th percent raise into the plan is more important than a bigger paycheck. The chairman also reminded everyone about the importance of donating to SPAD. The work being done on the deck is coming along just fine, and all hands are cooperating in a spirit of true sea­ manship. From the officers and the crew—a vote of thanks for the fine food, clean messhalls and excellent service. Next port: Alexandria, Egypt. TRAVELER (Ogden Marine), Au­ gust 14—Chairman Walter Butterton; Secretary A.W. Hutcherson; Educa­ tional Director Howard Daniels; Deck Delegate Bobby L. Riddick; Steward Delegate Jerry Wood. Some disputed OT was reported in the deck depart­ ment. There is $100 in the ship's treas­ ury. According to the chairman, there is no word yet on the ship's itinerary after Egypt. It is hoped that the Traveler can get another load. The secretary reminded everyone to take care of the ship's gear. Ydu never know when replacements will be unavailable. And the educational director reminded crewmembers to take advantage of the educational opportunities available at Piney Point. One minute of silence was observed in memory of our de­ parted brothers and sisters. Next port: Alexandria, Egypt. Official ships minutes were also re­ ceived from the following vessels: BEHMMIN HAMaSON SiWTAiLEIU SANTA lUBiMmU COVETWUHI SEA4JUnA0VBmiNER SEA4AND DEVEUrai aoun EMEAVMI SEA4JUID aOINIAIICE SEA4jUB EXPRBS SEA4AN0 EXniMER MAHLVN SEA-LAND INDEPBIDEIICE OQDBI CHAIHBI SEA-LAND INNOVATOR OVBBENSJUIIEMI PACa PUBIfORiGO SANTA ADBA SEA-IANO PATRIOT SEA-IAND V0YA6ER ULTRASEA WALTBUUCE Monthly Membership Meetings Date Port New York Philadelphia .. Baltimore — Norfolk Jacksonville ., Algonac Detroit Houston New Orleans Mobile San Francisco Wilmington.. Seattle Piney Point.. San Juan St. Louis Honolulu Duluth Gloucester Jersey City .Monday, November 7 .Tuesday, November 8 .Wednesday, November 9 •Thursday, November 10 .Thursday, November 10 .Friday, November 11 .Friday, November 11 .Monday, November 14 .Tuesday, November 15 .Wednesday, November 16 .Thursday, November 17 .Monday, November 21 .Friday, November 25 .Friday, November 11 .Thursday, November 10 .Friday, November 18 .Thursday, November 10 , .Wednesday, November 16 .Tuesday, November 22 • • .Wednesday, November 23 Deep Sea Lakes, Inland Waters 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. 2:30 p.m. 3:00 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. October 1983/LOG/35 / �""^'^prii' ;n^iiWM<iT*1VriVi I " —-7^ - ^"-•'' •- •' m le^ Frank Drozak, President Ed Turner, Exec. Vice President Joe DIGIorglo, Secretary-Treasurer Leon Hall, Vice President Angus "Red" Campbell, Vice President Mike Sacco, Vice President Joe Sacco, Vice President George McCartney, Wee President W'um. " ^. _ ' *^j:'' " .—= '5' ' ^'''" ~;"^zr W .»r-• rw',. ~ Directory of Ports —-J -'' '• " Twtt;/ HEADQUARTERS bi-V'^ •• •;" 'x- • .-'•;->" • /i 5EPH Dispatchers Report for Deep Sea SEPT. 1-30, 1983 .JOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class 8 Port Glniirp<;tpr KvoT,:::;::::::::::::;: Sf*r Mobile !!!!!!!'!!/.... New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington...... Seattle SoRico Housto?.'":;:::::;::;:;::;: Pinpv Point THS Port GIniinpstpr y. ;f;> , nrr'• • a ? 15 28 §1 34 29 12 Jc 26 14 22 6 0 so 0 es 0 13 0 § 3? 20 1319 0 4 2 0 4 le 315 0 n0 0 2 0 0 « 0 0 is 31 31 29 9fi 26 7 ''0 0 0 22 3 1 0 S 0 e TTB an 14 .i... 0 3 5 1 « 5 0 o 2 2 ^0 • ^ • . Ix .40 36 21 97 -.'J0 3 2 9 22 w A 0 2 ? 1 1 R 1 » ,,• ;1 I Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco 3 10 18 48 24 34 3 9 4 10 12 .17 0 0 0 1 1 3 8 4 1 26 12 20 10 0 0 0 n 2 2 22 § 8 2? 18 8 8 5' 1? 3 9 2 0 10 9 2 4 75 27 8 8 8 1 8 0 .;. " 273 84 B 010 Kte:;:;;:;::::;:;::::;:; il 0 8 NewOrleans. ?t i I Be*' ' PulrtoRi'co HSOO EPoint TS :: ;• 1 19 5 16 0 151 « 5 1 1 0 BB 0 0 0 5 0 IBB 0 1 0 5 • 0» . . .,si 2., .. O'. i - 02 2 , STEWARD DEPARTMENT 000 B '24 2 80 n 80 n « ! i 9 8 26 18 8 888 2 20 0 145 2 3 9 B4 0 0 .0 0 0. SBS 0 IBI 8 8 15 (212) 499-6600 0 '14 I Port Gloucester NewYork Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk.... Mobile NewOrleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Houston 0 46 ^68 68 96 12 54 12 s 0 §6 o ENGINE DEPARTMENT 0.0 0 n 0 0 ? 1 0 § 0 O 0 a"8iS^:::::::::::::;: ir 0 0 SrSik31170 Philadelphia 1 0 g Baltimore i 2 2 •f"'- 5 1 Riniirpster ii. se 0 151 0 186 13 1 341 612 » 0 9Q 11 J 18 2 53 0. o 2 5? 21 31 o? 24 9 0 Class C S 0 fotalfs Port lii-: 1 Class B Class A « 0 o2 .0 0 0 0 22 Class C DECK DEPARTMENT 1 0 0 i -REGISTERED DN BEACH Trip Reliefs K1 Puerto Rico .i'l 13 3 Class C All Groups Class A Class B SvoT.:::::::::::::::::: Philadelphia Be""".;::;:;::::;:;:::: \r. ^ k. ro 1 NJS ¥V itr 4 TOTAL SHIPPED 130 fJ U •'Jo \ 82 n 8 18 15 0 8 28 8 8 8 0 0 0 2 » 1 ' 8 15 43 0 ais 3 7 0 ITB 0 0 0 H 47 47 14 ]i 10 9 ?i so 30 5 A 8 37 olo 249 41 il 45 35 22 ??i 221 50 2V « 84 to 19 1 10 2 2 77 77 3 n 0 2 0 230 1,000 120 14 1,919 1,870 IBB ENTRY DEPARTMENT ..;..... ; :: Totals All Departments „? J 25 80 1-2 81 12 22 7 23 ?? 31 ]l ^ Ig 77 2 0 U ?9 2 17 25 32 2 8 2 0 0 1 4 i 5 1 2 0 2 135 374 20 900 877 45 000 B50 242 2 •"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 September was down from the month of August. A total of 908 jobs were shipped in September on SlU-contracted deep sea vessels. Of the 908 Jobs shipped, 650 jobs or about 72 percent were taken by "A" seniority members. The rest were filled by "B" and "C" seniority people. There were 14 trip relief Jobs shipped. Since the trip relief program began on April 1,1982, a total of 405 relief Jobs have been shipped. ,i LOG/October 1983 iy, - 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 COLUMBUS, Ohio 2800 South High St., P.O. Box 0770, 43207 (614) 497-2446 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, Fia. 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: t-800-325-2532 NEW YORK, N.Y. 675 4 Ave., Brooklyn 11232 NORFOLK, Va. 115 3 St. 23510 (804) 622-1892 PHILADELPHIA, Pa. 2604 S. 4 St. 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 Support SPAD �4 , am Deep Sea Pensioner Willard Addington died on July 27. Brother Ad­ dington joined the SIU in the port of Houston and retired in 1982. He was a resident of Houston. Pensioner Benito R. Cuenca, 81, passed away on Sept. 10. Brother Cuenca joined the SIU in 1948 in the port of New York sailing as a cook. He was bom in the Philippines and was a resident of Violet, La. Surviving is his widow, Beulah. Samir Amin Hassoiina died aboard the SS Independence (American-Hawaii Cmises) in Vancouver, Canada on Aug. 21. Brother Hassouna joined the SIU in the port of San Francisco sailing as an AB. He was a resident of San Rafael, Calif., and interment was in the Bahia (C^alif.) Valley Cemetery. Sur­ viving are His widow, Dalai and a daughter, Arten. Pensioner Claude Ernest Lomers, Jr., 61, died of pneumo­ nia at home in Theodore, Ala. on Aug. 8. Brother Lomers joined the SIU in the port of Mobile in 1950 sailing as a bosun. He was a charter member of the Union's Assn. of Retired Members. Seafarer Lomers was a wounded veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps in World War II. He was bom in Mobile. Burial was in the Mo­ bile Memorial Gardens Ceme­ tery. Surviving are his widow, Dorothy and three sons, Ron­ ald, Carl and Valentine. Pensioner StavriKS Marcorns, 78, suc­ cumbed to a cerebral hemor­ rhage in Haidari, Greece on July 31. Brother Marconis joined the SIU in the port of New York. He was bom in Symi, Greece and was a resident of Haidari. Surviving are his widow, Fatimi and two broth­ ers, John and George of New York City. Pensioner Francisco "Frank" Villa Nicolas, 81, passed away on Sept. 14. Brother Nicolas joined the SIU in 1943 in the port of Norfolk sailing as a chief cook. He began sailing in 1932. Sea­ farer Nicolas was bom in the Philippine Is. and was a resident of Baltimore. Surviving is his widow, Bessie. Pensioner Charles Wilbur Shaw, 69, passed away on Sept. 23. Brother Shaw joined the SIU in 1947 in the port of Baltimore sailing as a reefer and deck en­ gineer. He was bom in Waverly, N.Y. and was a resident of Honolulu, Hawaii. Surviving are his widow, Doris and a sister, Dorothy Burke of Big Flats., N.Y. Pensioner Fer­ dinand "Fred" Szoblik, 74, passed away on Sept. 6. Brother Szoblik joined the SIU in 1944 in the port of New York sailing as a chief cook. He was born in Po­ land and was a resident of Hous­ ton. Surviving is a daughter, Christine Lizeniewicz of Can­ ada. Pensioner John Bernard Tiemey died on Sept. 11. Brother Tiemey joined the SIU in the port of San Francisco. He sailed as an AB. Seafarer Tiemey was a resident of San Francisco. Great Lakes Pensioner James A. Gillis, 79, passed away on Aug. 16. Brother Gillis joined the Union in the port of Detroit in 1961 sailing as a scowman for the Great Lakes Dredge and Dock Co. He was a former member of the Dredge Workers Union in 1982. Laker Gillis was a-veteran of the U.S. Army in World War II. A native of Canada, he was a naturalized U.S. citizen and a resident of Detroit. Surviving is a brother, Patrick of S.W. Margaree, Nova Scotia, Canada. Marine Cooks Marjorie Elizabeth Sitler, 62, died of heart-lung failure in the Valley Presbyterian Hospital, Los Angeles, Calif, on Oct. 18, 1982. Sister Sitler joined the SlU-merged Marine Cooks and Stewards Union (MC&SU) in the port of San Francisco in 1966 sailing as a waitress for 40 years. She was a graduate of the MC&SU Stewards Training School, Santa Rosa, Calif. Sea­ farer Sitler sailed on the SS Santa Magdalena, SS Santa Mercedes and SS Santa Rosa (all Delta Line) from 1969 to 1982. And she sailed aboard the Pacific Far East Line from 1976 to 1977. Ms. Sitler was a former member of the San Fernando (Calif.) Valley Culinary Work­ ers Union. A native of Dodge City, Kan., she was a resident of Sepulveda, Calif. Cremation took place in the Angeles Abbey Crematory, Compton, Calif. Surviving are three brothers, Ross of Sepulveda, Vincent of Lakeview Terrace, Calif, and Duane of Van Nuys, Calif, and a sister, Virginia Hughes of Tijuna, Calif. Education Is the Key To Job Security DONY LET DRUGS RUIN YOUR CAREER! IF YOU'RE CAUGHT YOU LOSE YOURRM>ERS FOR LIFE! iff; October 1983/LOG/37 �•• •- •- - '^•tfh«irMiiirriiyiii-"•rn''--'•! /--n , ^^,£r'^'- ' "-- • •" KV •'••r%r,. - ; r' •• • ,JG«- ' " •. > i^tiuSZaZL';.' Letters To The Editor 'A Token of Appreciation . . .' I write this letter in appreciation for the efforts of all orewmemhers aboard the S/T Overseas Natalie in their endeavors to hold this vessel alongside the berth during "Hurricane Alicia," which I understand is classified as one of the worst hurricanes of the century. Although we did eventually brea^ loose and went adrift, I feel certain that had it not been for the valient efforts and dangerous sacrifices of your SIU members, this vessel would have sustained severe damages. As it turned out, we ended up without a scratch and, thank God, no Injuries. I hope you will publish this letter as a token of my appreciation and high esteem for the caliber of seamen the SIU is furnishing our vessels today. Sincerely yonn, Blrlc li. Anderson Master, AT Overseas Jrafalle With Heartfelt Thanks . . I have been seriously111 since June and am stlQ under the doctor's care. I feel now that I shall make It medically. But financially, I would have been lost completely without our Welfare Plan. I joined our great Union hi June of 1941 and retired imder disability hi 1977. My only regret is that 1 had to leave. 1 feel 1 should hjgive given more. But a person doesn't realize what he has imtil he needs it. To our new members and to the members soon to retire: Say a prayer to our great Union and staff. When you need them th^ are there. With Heartfelt fhanks, Edward L. roselier Breauac Bridge, lA. KNOW YOUR RIGHTS Academic Honor Roll The Seafarers International Union has long encouraged its members to continue their education, not only with respect to their job skills, but also to expand their areas of interest in the world around them. It was with this goal in mind that the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship in Piney Point, Md., established the college level academic program in cooperation with Charles County (Md.) Com­ munity College. The following SIU members and SHLSS instructors have achieved Associate of Arts degrees in general studies through the SHLSS/Charles County Community College program at the Lundeberg School. January 1979 * David Frazier January 1980 * Michael Mannion January 1980 ^ * Laymon Tucker May 1980 • William Eglinton January 1981 Davis Hammond January 1981 James Gaveleck January 1981 Evan Jones May 1981 Gary Gateau 1982 January * Abraham Easter January 1982 Patrick Tracy January 1982 * Jim Brown January 1982 David Englehart May 1982 Eliot Dalton May 1982 Alexander Reyer May 1982 Manuel Rodriguez 1982 August * Jack Parcel August 1982 John Lundgren 1983 January George Nason May 1983 Mark Clark * Instructors at SHLSS 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 con.stitutional 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 committee 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. SHIPPING 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 Chainnan, Seafarers Appeals Board 5201 Auth Way and Britannia Way Prince Georges County Camp Springs, Md. 20746 Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to you at ail 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 38 / LOG / October 1983 KNOW YOUR RIGHTS iiiiiiHiiiHiiiiiiiiiifluiiuiniiiiiiiiiiiiiuiniiiiu patrolman or other Union official, in your opinion, fails to protect your contract rights properly, contact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY —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. PAYMENT 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 any such payment be made without supplying a receipt, or if a member is required to make a payment and is given an offieial 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 POLITICAL ACTIVITY DONATION —SPAD. 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 becau.se 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 tfane a member feeto that any of the above righta have been violated, or that he has been denied his constHnttonai right of access to Union records or infbrmatioa, he shonid immcdiatdy nodiy SIU President Fraidc Drozak at Headquarters by certBled maB, return receipt requested. Theaddress is 5201 Auth Hhy and Brttauiia Ws)^ Prince Georges Count)^ Camp Springs, Md. 20746. ...•4' ' iii.r I �When We Work Together. Everyone Benefits^ Our Gommon Goal: A Healthy Maritime Industry Barbara Mikulski and Mario Biaggi are right. Sometimes the maritime "industry" can be its own worst enemy. The maritime "industry" really isn't a single entity. It is a diverse group of labor unions, shipping companies, shipbuilders, port authorities, consultants, associations and congressional committees. But instead of pulling together when the "industry" is facing serious problems, if not extinction, these groups end up brawling like alley cats. Each one of the dozens of groups which make up the "industry" share the blame because so often their attitude is, "What's in it for me?" Mikulski, a Maryland Democrat, a mem­ ber of the House Merchant Marine Subcom­ mittee and a long-time friend, chided several maritime associations for their lack of help and effort in developing comprehensive and far-reaching maritime policies. (See page 2 of this issue of the LOG.) She also had some barbs for her Capitol Hill colleagues who bottle up needed mari­ time legislation because of "ego conflict." In other words, bills compete on trivial unimportant differences, perhaps a few hundred thousand dollars here for a repre­ sentative's district or his or name on the legislation, sort of a "my bill or no bill at all" attitude, ir ; ;: Listen to Biaggi. . . But before anybody thinks the problem is confined to politicians and associations, lis­ ten to Biaggi, the chairman of the House Merchant Marine Subcommittee. "If segments of the maritime industry don't stop this "destructive infighting, we might as well pack up the shop and go home. . . . It's the old attitude, 'If I can't have it, I don't want anybody else to have it,' " he said. During the past several months, we have seen people—leaders of important groups tossing mud, lies, allegations and charges around like kids in a puddle. It doesn't do anything except make you dirty. Look around and open your eyes. We are sinking. American-flag ships are not sailing. American seamen are not working. Ports are not being maintained. U.S. shipyards are idle. While all this is going on, the federal government stands on the shore and occa­ sionally half-heartedly tosses a life preserver in the general direction of the sinking industry. We've got an overcrowded lifeboat with too many people, pulling too many oars in too many different directions. All that means is we go around in circles until we're swamped. Doesn't seem to make a whole lot of sense, does it? LET'S PULL TOGETHER It's Time to Talk Sense It is past time for the maritime "industry" to start talking sense; to place principles before personalities. We may not always like one another or always agree with one an­ other, but there is no doubt that we need one another, and we must respect one an­ other. In the Labor Movement we call it "Soli­ darity." But you can call it unity or working together—or perhaps just common sense. It means setting aside petty differences, per­ sonality conflicts and egos. The goal is a healthy American-flag mer­ chant fleet. That goal means everybody ben­ efits. Unions get jobs. Companies make profits. Shipyards build ships. Ports get traffic. Cities, states and the nation make money and taxes. The nation's security becomes stronger. Everybody wins. The SIU believes it's time for the industry to begin working together to put the Amer­ ican-flag back on the world's oceans. But we must be unified. There are too many enemies out there to fight among ourselves. Anyone who doesn t believe that is a fool, and a fool and his fleet are soon parted. We Are Professional, We are SIU' At one time or another, every member of the Union has had to deal with the stereo­ types most people have of merchant seamen. What most people don't realize is that to­ day's seafarer is a pro—a skilled worker with a courageous heart. It's time to rec­ ognize some of these professional sailors. Two SlU-crewed ships stood out for their skill and professionalism during recent ex­ ercises with the Maritime Preposition Force which is part of the Rapid Deployment Force. The crews of the SS Transcolorado and 55 TransColumbia were lauded by the Military Sealift Command, the Air Force and their own captains. 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Title A name given to the resource October 1983 Description An account of the resource HEADLINES MARITIME WINS SUPPORT AT AFL-CIO CONVENTION HOUSE AND SENATE MOVE ON CRUISE AMERICA BILL CONFLICTS, LACK OF UNITY STALL MARITIME LEGISLATION NEW AMERICAN EAGLE HELPS FILL DEFENSE NEEDS COMMISSION TO STUDY MARITIME’S DEFENSE ROLE MARITIME TRADES DEPARTMENT HOLDS CONVENTION AFFIRMS NEW COMMITMENT TO STRONG U.S.-FLAG FLEET AFL-CIO PRESIDENT LANE KIRKLAND PLEDGES SUPPORT OF ORGANIZED LABOR IN OUR STRUGGLE MTD PRESIDENT DROZAK CALLS FOR UNITY OF PURPOSE IN MARITIME’S STRUGGLE FOR SURVIVAL AND GROWTH EVERY EXPERIENCE IS USED AS TRAINING AT SHLSS ALCOHOLISM IS A DISEASE… IT CAN BE TREATED… CONGRESSMAN MARIO BIAGGI CONGRESSMAN GEORGE WORTLEY BARGE OWNERS URGE FAIRNESS IN USER FEES NEW OFFSHORE TUG TO MOVE COAL BETWEEN NORFOLK AND TRENTON INDUSTRY OK’S COST SHARING- WITH CHANGES DIXIE CARRIERS BEEF IS 180 DAYS OLD L.A. WELCOMES SS INDEPENDENCE ALASKAN OIL BAN IS TEMPORARILY EXTENDED SIU, TI SUE FEDS ON BLENDED CREDIT MANN OVERBOARD WITH OPPORTUNITY THANKS TO SIU NATION’S SECURITY AND ECONOMY TIED TO TRIBLE BILL SEAFARERS PLANS BEGIN COST SAVING EFFORTS MARITIME WINS SUPPORT AT AFL-CIO CONVENTION TRANSCOLORADO CITED IN NAVAL EXERCISE ALASKAN OIL FILL RATE CARGO PREFERENCE NOBEL PRIZE CDS PAYBACK CUNARD BILL MARITIME SAFETY OUR COMMON GOAL: A HEALTHY MARITIME INDUSTRY WE ARE PROFESSIONAL, WE ARE SIU’ 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 10/01/1983 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. 45, No. 10 1983 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/b3603f302e6de42341ffbeca4d7e5d2f.pdf 9acfa20afed41b9b8d6843babbfc05f3 PDF Text Text .. ·.•.· ·s>,,i · '.�'"'':i!JY. , ,.,,_, SIIIH ?Y 1 _,. . ..._. _ t,_ _ _ • ,' t i ti � ---- ,· Vol. 46 No. 10 Octo.....,,19114 . Atlantic, GaU, La�and �. Waten District• AFL-CIO OllldaJ Pa•Ueatton o1 the Seaf........ lnternatlonal Union• . . -NewC&;·.o RR-Tug in Norfolk ' i The new 5,000 hp twin-screw diesel tug Seaboard (C & 0 RR) went into service this summer, docking colliers- af the , coal . d.ocks :·... in the port of t;fotfolk. The new fog adds more jobs to. the· SIU Ches­ apeake and Ohio Railroad fleet. "· .•:i.: •\- -·, r, :,. ! ::• ... -~. ,.:- t -~· ~ -i-..i~.11..'i<.~,. :- :t=- ~;:_·;'.;; -: ; • lA ; �h:is l�sl!1e, , - ·. _·. . ·\'.·W . :"'···' •" ". � . ... , ,, · i ~ ....•,i .. �NJ .. .. ..:_. , . , .. .- fr'\ · '$tt:J·Qp,epg.emen,on the ,,J9l,?;,,; / ... . •.. •·· 1fa �� ·. ' .· .• . .. ,:· : ~--.!i :: 'tc,<;tt'���g�$�l%f�. -- . :., .. -~"". ~---· I ·· Grea.t Lakes Shipping Up ·-.,.�_ -· - ; , ., -' . ~ . :,• - a .·\, P�e12 .. -�· SHLSS Training and Upgr ding . ··.: ·,.._, . · .· ' ·· , ... · · ·, -- ··,. ·;ef�i�/ ;;} . - · t971t .· . Grassroots in Action ,.! i ~ ;-, ---~ ......_. ;• .. · 1 ,· .; .·•.·.- ; :.-- .. ,_ ': .: ) ,fr·:· '.. . _ Pages . 5"-6 . t./•,· ,:':f'.,:;;t;'.~=t · Obl'egon•Js.$1U>i:,;jtf,Page,•4;�fic . .. .-.• :. \ .,.-., ... .•,:- ; -:: ·Sll.J in Geneva· : . ;;: ,, : /',,:: ~.:,, ~r --'i ~-~ .: '"! ' '~,. ; ~~ ..-~ SIU President Frank Drozak, c:en'­ ter, led the U.S. delegation wheil :, J�e, Joint . . ;, ... MariUm!:l Cqmmi�sjori l~:-bf ?.' •. _,, the;I!)t�rnaticmal L�bor Organiza: .. .. ·•·iieiimet·in· Geneva, Switzerland·· last month. Fmm left are K. Mols Sorensen, chairman of the ILO's se<!farer delegation; Ake Selander, deputy secretary-general of the ln­ ternati9nal Transport Workers Fed­ eration; Frank Droza:k, deputy chairman of the ILO's seafarer del0 .•. egation; John Simmons,. director of the JLOworkers branch, and John Svenningson, .workers' represent­ . alive on the ILO governing body. (See Page 3.). -~- .. •i:r, 1"! . .-,;'.� I . { : :~ ·! ...... ;1 J ; i j ·, _,. ·---✓ . . "'·� --------,..•--.-- - --·· ; -- - ... ' .. ,,. -- ... ----- .. ..... .,. . ~. ~ . ·- I ! �President's'Report inating the ·PL-480 Program, . been affected by what Reagan: which has played an increas- has done .. ingly important role in keeping Whenever a Seafarer or a by Frank Drozak _ whafs left of the American°fl.ag member of his family gets sick, ,. merchant marine afloat. Had the then he should· remember that · HEN asked to put his SIU not been in· Washington,· . Reagan eliminated Public Health _ career in perspective, a had our lobbyists not been on Hospitals without coming up well-respected American directhe front line fighting for you, with some alternative program, tor once said that 80 percent of then the maritime industry, and without giving the maritime Which already is in a state of industry adequate time to absuccess is just showing up. Despite its.ironic tone, the obser· · near-depression, could have to- · sorb the added costs. · tally collapsed; ·Whenever a Seafarer waits on vation strikes a deep chord. It extends to other areas of AmerThis Union is in Washington the beach for a job, he ·should -ican life as well, including the for these reason_s only: to ·gef remember that Reagan has done maritime industry. more jobs for our membership nothing-despite his campaign We. at the. SIU believe in and to protect our members' promises in 1980-·to promote showing up. Over the past 45 rights. That has always been the private U .S.-flag shipping. · guiding principle of this Union 1 do not want to dwell on the years, we have been able to accumulate a pretty fair record from its inception, and it always disappointments of the Reagan in promoting the interests of our will be. administration. Time is short, members. Few people who As I write this, this. session and there are just too many. I started this Union in 1938 would met in Geneva, Switzerland. It of Congress is drawing ·to a: .just want to point out that it is have dreamed that seamen would was an important conference. I close. There is. near chaos· 01f · important ' fol'· Seafarers and I?~ middle class and upper mid- met with the maritime leaders th~Hill, and the status of many towboatmen, their families and die class wage. earners. Fewer of other countries to discuss the maritime bills has yet to be de- · theirfriends to fightback in the still would have·· been able to issues we have. in common: the termined: The important thing, only way that _ the• present · predict that the SIU would be riseofflag-of-conveniencefleets; however, is that we are. here administration will ilndersfand: · a strong political force in this the depression in the. worldwide . ' repre.S:e~tink"Y~Jl:J,b~ij_~y~:thi.tL ,,wijih,wop,ls;;publicityand vote so country, or that it would have shippingmarket;.manning s~ales;i;.,"w~hav~01tgotiii;'sh'Qt iif'g~.ttirig -. Thafjsiwh.yJh.f.tj-Ji!ll<'!JJ,§~rt,ed: the ability to _build a training working condifio11s; siu,e.tyfi,~(*"'-,.~s;9m~"':ofthose bills pas'sid';'A itsgrassrootsprogr!!'.in. Theprofacility like the Seaf~ers Harry ulations; social security;, un~" · comprehensive report of what gram is, I believe, •a creative · happens will be carried in next response to a bad situation. Yet Lundeberg School of Seaman- employment; training: · ship in Piney Point, Mel. These _issues that join all of · month's LOG .. ·,·::~•":r;~,-~},;:;:iC:~~•10.ng,, ·t y great We hav:e used,oiif/0siffofi':ii¥' '•aiVloehli~""j . ·• ·on• s . Pr:.!)gress hasn't always been •1!,s'·are more important than~the 1 ~~~en:~~:~:e.~~,~$~~;;~;~~1i.~:-i~~o:s.;!~;~~!r~:;;~~~.~~•;.~~-~l,.,.'.' ~::~~~t~~e~~ep~~~~i~;~~~Li;);~•~;~!i~~~~;.~t~e'io: . tqqk .every"ounce of•stretrgthto · this Uruon has also mamtamed of the Umted Nations Confer- · Merclian:tMadneifA.~f!.19,i!~·• hold. onto what we· had. The a strong presence in Washing- ence on Trade and Develop- and just as the Seafarers Harry · . _? ,,•pa~b.,fi!~r~em;s haMe been such t0 ,Si' ce ' em: -~, e···'' . .... ,~,. fi aJfme.Yet;than:~stq,I~~.& P.P~iili.. ,W, :,.~ i$iityr~ . l ;· • , S p sis pa mg O afthis ver;)JJY of tlii.s .m~e,lnJ~ersmp, '.We.,.:,l).a¥.e ~· \p.i.l_ystry;,1n :tjµSt,C,~wHr-y; Jt IS moment in training our mem.• oee1i"ao1e'to'l'ay ''if'strong foun- ·. impotfaht 'tliaCthe_ Sip 'is rep- comprehensive maritime pol- hers to be competitive -i. · dation forthefuiure. _-_· _-·. -..__ ··- res,ei:rted ]_iereinJull force. icr,;,a reali_~!i,q,i?,f@.W',.,~J;,es;-,;,.,,imh1.st:i»i tha is 'lii~ia ••ansWhile sonie: segments,,•ofCthe·· . · Whilethe hostility~ft_J:ieRea- build Americ'ii7's"."p,*ef~~~g5t.~~f•J~{(&JJB:Ie· ,~f..i:re tecfinofogy. ___ , _-~ , .• Vote on Nov. 6 for a 11~'¥,f'i maritime, industry have,givlin- ·gan attnii6ilti-jiii'tn'!i:lid"rt1a~de it fleet; a fairer tax code. up, we · at the SIU have -been •... diffi¢ultft'6t'ruf''"it:g'tfmahy pro~ . Yet the heart· of ,our political beginning-.with Mond!J!!efand · working the federal, state ' maritime hills passed through power is not in our lobbyists, Ferraro on the liridge of the ancl everi•1nteriiational level to Congress this year, we have nor is it in the support that \;Ve . ship. · · protect the ·.interests of our . . been ab!eto prevent the admil\- give to the campaigns of con· membership,. We will go any- istration from totally. ignoring· gressmen and senators who prowhere,''at any time, if we.think ..-the needs of theii1dustry. And mote ourindustry. Our strength there.is something to be gained. we have planted seeds for future is in our membership. NOTE: This., .. Last month I· headed the harvest. Over the past four years, the col~. ,t!!~t;Jf\1 .. · write u~til American delegation of mari- · Over the_ past year, we were Reagan administration has cut l~uJ!m'f!~,8,~; ~lifter our Umon time unions to thelntemational successful in keepiµg Congress. funding foi: almost every i,;npor- .0 ,'!lle,cfi.Q'q1is over: So, don't forget Labor Org·anization (ILO) Jo_ int from,_:_._ cutti11g_-..~_aGICi!i._e jurisdic- tant rilaritjm'e·p)'Gfil.!lni.iA~vefy'·c-,J,tt:C:ite. It's your right. It's your Maritime Commission, which tion of the Jones Act, and elii:Q, -- aspetf''""of'"J~imenYt:u,v~s "6is L:'tesponsibility· ,. · W ;r~::~nr. ~~r. pn LOG • Vol. 46, No. 10 Octobir 1984 · ,;,; '"1:ii:e~utive Boarcl . Frank Drozak • · PresJ<;le_:nf • . ::- ~-'~" Secretary-Treasurec _ ._;_.;,.c1:.:·~;~x_e,_c4ti_l/e·-V1q~- President Charles Svenson ,Joe Sacco -:, " · ·. George McCartney __ Vici President ,-~ Editor Marietta Homayonpour Associate Editor New Yorlc- Ray-Bourdlus Assistant Editor Lynnette Marshall Assistant Editor/Photos · C Mike Hall ,, . . • ·CY. Associate Editor -Washington , Max Hail Assistant Editor . Deborah Greene Assistant Editor Michelle Paladino Assistani Editor/Press Relations . -• ~ \.;,;+t<l'Torner . Angus "Red'' Campbell - . . ~M(l<':~i:'o Leon "!BIi; ·. Vice President·-. 'f:·_,._:·: - ..:,_;~:._//'f"_;_V~¢!-·.P,fesidenf Vice Pres,d'-~fr·· Joe DIGlorglo ;· - . . I -· , ·· Vice President ~'""'d• .., II-,·i ./, . ;ft . . - ," . ,, ,: .;;./.:~ .'., ',.• . --. The LOG (ISSN .0160:2047) I~ published monthly by Seafarers lnlema)ionalU~i~n./Atl~ntic/Gulf, · · Lakes andlnla_nd Wate1s 01stnct, AFL-CIO, 5201_ AulhWay, Camp"Spnngs,JM-: 207.46, Tel.. ~99067.5. Second-clas_s postage paid at M.S.C. Prince Georges,. 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Deiegatiori "':_y;·. , ... , ...... _~• ~-. ·.:,/'_.._ International· Maritime, Le,aders Me'et-ln·Geneva I Worldwide problems in the· On the subject of social se- questing the director-general of shipping industry, including the curity and- employment condi- the ILO to developa mechanism growing use of run-away flag tions of seafarers, a compromise to facilitate· such a revision. carriers, and the wages and _agreement was reached only on On the subject of updating the working conditions of seamen "social security protection.'.' minimum basic wage of able everywhere, were the topics of Throughout the meetings, the seamen, both groups agreed to general concern when maritime shipowners refused to even in- retain the present amount of J,al,or and industry representa" elude the words "ships .under U.S. $276 per month. A. resotives from the world's leading flags of convenience," thus no lution was adopted requesting maritime nations metin Geneva agreement was reached regard- the director-general to deterlast ,month at a. meeting of the ing "employment conditions." . mine the feasibility of devising Joint Maritime Commission. The seafarer's resolution on a ne_w formula for reaching a . The agenda of the eight-day health protection and medical minimum basic wage stand·ard, · session, as established by the care for seafarers was adopted and also consider the creation ILO itself, comprised the fol- in all respects except for the -of a seafarer/shipowner wage lowing six items: inclusion of fishermen. The need committee to update the mini1. . Social security and em- for health protection and promum wage rate more frequently . , ployment conditions of vision for medical services and than in the past. ·· ;- .seafarers serving in ships facilities in port as well as at . Both. the ,seafarers· and ship~ flying flags other than those sea was .recogni;zed- as. an im- owners sections proposed resof their own country (in• eluding flags•of convene ience) .. ·. 2. Medical care onboard Tli I . al L b O · . . (. 0 -) ·. . ships. e ntemat1on a or rgan1zatlon IL , created under seafarers, including masters and persons under training; (2) clearly identifying the person finan- · dally responsible for ongoing repatriation; (3) specifying the types of vessels to be covered, and (4) ensuring repatriation and , proyisions of food and other necessities for abandoned seafarers, Concerning the carriage ofradioactive nuclear cargoes, agreement was reached with the shipowners on a.resolution re.questing the ILG to call upon the international shipping c.ommunity, including agencies of the United Nations, to· insure that up-to-date information conceming intended voyages of ships carrying such cargoes be ·madeavailabletoallconcemed persons and organizations. This resolution also .requests the ILO to ask the International What Is Th' e ILO?. 3. Review of the. application and 'scope of t he Merchant· ._._,,,_,~_ hi'ppi·n··g -(Mi"n1·mum •>" .· i Standards) Convention, .. 1976 (No. 147).. 4'.. Wages,HoursofWorkand. Manning (Sea) Recom- •"'>.·· .· MaijtimeOrga11ization (IMO) to 2 . develop regulations for the· safe 1 transportation of radioactive, materials including regulations governing typ,e,.J!ie • - d ship, f · ·hpackc,;· 1. agmg.an·s,owage.o~suc ·-•ma:-·•• · .terials, and to develop a code l ...-....mifg~1'!1(~...ffl-•..1o~mw1cticednftt~lli':a,;····1:'•.r.: 1'l\!sh.' , ·.·....·., j national. labor s1:ans\, ards through the adoption of Conventions '"TWe 's~afareks 'res-infiti&i1J,0n'ij %'/" ,,/;'Wfr ' 2 wage of able seam·en· · · · · · · · ·· ' legal .,rights of . seafarers was , 7V ,,,,:.; . . . . , . : . . . ap~ ·Re~o.ni:me_11~atjqns .. C,::~riventjpn~, aft~r :rii.ti~patimi .bf ; ., . ..,._-lil.eM1e_ . . .· .'•aR_•.· cl.,,_"'. .-o.ss. ::~. . 1ble_ ..._ne.v1·'C'..:C,.C-J .. "·'·'·.· ....,,W~J,!"'!!1,!;1."il-./R.,d ·'.',•m·•e··m·<>·.e".·:r·. ·,"•a··.•,··o··.·., ".' . ,•.. . .,.•:1,\1.ten,;t.~; . ··"".= ..•_," .. d t..0•.•.·s:rea. ·.•·.'.•. •r•_·' t!.·".•"·. . ·.•.=.··i·.· •·'t·\OQ.S' ... •. ,,· .·... modified during discussions.:;As., : ·~cr·<¾',~'cV•.,!1;\;;<,•; ·,:;c••'<. · Il~;,,are e ·:ulp1:1mg O_u Iga . · .· &-=~~ ~~esJ:i:%~~c~e:::i~~::~b1t~t~~ttJJ1ltt:ti~ir:iiftfil~, :, ' the social and economie well-being of workers .worldwide . ., . . stan dard s, satis,actory through decent 11vmg conditions of work and pay, and adequate employment opportunities. In 1_946 t_h_e IL.0 b. ecame an· associated. a.gency of the Un_ited N . •· I members ... .h1p ..of.. 42 nations ... . ·. .... atioris. I· ts ongina had grown to . •: >·. , ". · · · 146 h}rthe:endofl.S-l., q • (. ,\M_ t. .~:::!!~;! . ~1q::t~i~e ; .. ;~~isio~·~?:t~;:~;r~r~· , '~!'!~~t:J!~iirg~:~:~il:r}ft!a?!t~fp:i11hi>: t~ir:;='.· ~eamen Convention, l920 legislation and practices. In all ILO,deliberations ari<;I ded,sion- · · . ami)le the possibility. of adopting (No:9~.t(N,o,?7). . . making, workers' and eqiployers' representatives have an . an international.rule wlilchwoulcl;; 6. ~ev1s1on ·ofrthe,-Repatr1a~ ; . equal vote•withtlfose of governments. . ..· .. ,·.·., .. . .. .: require a nation detaining a seat!on of Seamen· Conven-· · · The JointMariiime' commission; which is cdiiipd~~(i c;if JS·.', far.er or. a ship to immediately ·. t10n, 1926 (N_o. _23), and ?f seafarer and shipowner members, serves"a's ari'acfvisofyt,bdf inform the. tlag nation and the the Repatnat1on (~\up to the ILO in preparation for its maritime sessions. From its· . nation of the seafarer,. and· .to' Masters and ~pprentices) beginning in 1919 , the ILO has demonstrated the importance deal with the situation without · of seafarer questions by considering them at special maritime de1ay under due pro.cess of law. Recommendat10n, ... 1~26 sessions. The next such session is scheduled to be held in · · The shipowners were not' (~?- 27 ). · willing to discuss the substance In addition to these scheduled 1987 _ of occupational safety and items, the seafarers' group subSIU President Frank Drc>Z~k served at the September.· mitted the following additional meeting as the USA seafarer/worker member and was elected working conditions onboard . · , maritime mobile offshore un1'ts. e I t r sou wns: · deputy chairman of the seafarer's delegation. Raymond McKay, ·d • However, agreement· .was 1. Carriage of radioactive nu-· pres1 ent, MEBA-D1strict 2, wa:s elected atthe meeting as. a th clear cargoes. .deputy member of the seafarer/worker delegation. Ed Turner, reached on e adoption· of a· resolution requesting the ILO 2. Legal rights of seafarers. vice president of the Seafarers International Union, and 3. Occupational safety and Richard Daschbach, 1>pecial assistant to President Drozak, to undertake a study together · with the IMO to detennine which working conditions onparticipated as advisers to the seafarer's grnt1p, mobile u. n.it. s should be classified·. board maritime mobile off- ·· shore units. · ,• as ships.and to take necessary will• require olutions on the subject dealing · .steps fo convene a meeting of _ War risk areas and the portant area that 4 strongrecomrnendations. . with fee-charging agencies for seafarer, shipowner and govsafety oflife of seafarers. The . shipowners were not the recruitment and placement ernment experts on this matter. On most items,-agreement be- willing to modify the existing . of seafarers, but they were mu'fhe resolution on War risk tween workers and employers procedures td' permit speedier tually unacceptable and no ac- areas and, the safety of l_ife of was reached and the resulting inclusion of additional intema- tion was taken. , :... seafarers adopted by, the Joint resolutions will be sent forward · tional conventions to the MiniOn the final item of the s.ched- Maritime Commission is a gento the ILO for. consideration at mum Standards Convention, and uled. agenda, agreement wa:s era! condemnation of atr acts of th<'! upcoming ILO Maritime no significant resolution was reached on the .repatriation of violence. Tht:• resolution .calls Session next year. However, adopted on that subject. The seafarers, The seafarers sought cin all governments to find~ there Were items on which no ,seafarers were able to achieve and achieved· four points re- peaceful solutions to conflicts agreement was reached. agreement on a· resolution re- garding (1) repatriation of all · (Continued on Page 4;) . -. October 1984/ LOG I 3 .. . �- t . Also Approves New siudy of Maritime Defense Role . Congress OK'~ Navy Contracting Program l ' House and Senate conferees . unless the Secretary of the Navy The Hollings amendment was industry will be. created by the reached an agreement on H.R. first determined that the transfer particularly important because Navy contracting out its vessels 5i67; the Defense Authoriza- did not adversely affect national most new jobs in the maritime to the private sector. . tions bill for Fiscal Year 1985. · security. The amendment was . . . . Representatives from the marl- introduced by Rep. Roy Dyson .time industry had been watching (D-M<!.), a strong friend of the Former Waterm.an · Converted the bill closely because it con- maritime industry. tained several provisions of great The failure of the conferees importance to the American-flag to include these two provisions merchant ·marine. in the Defense Authorizations The bill in its final form con- bill did not·necessarily foreclose The Pfc. Eugene A. Obregon, are being jumboized and signiftained two amendments that the their a:tloption by tire House and the second of three vessels that icantly modified by the Navy · maritime industry -had sup- the· Senate. The SIU arid its have been conver ted for mili- for military use. The conversion ported: · a provision calling· for · allies in the Senate were loQking taty charter under the TAKX effort requires each. ship to be the establishment of a commis- into ways to attach the amend- program, waschri "stenedcmSept. lengthened 12'6 feet in order to sion to study the role that the ments to other authorizations• 8 in San Diego, Calif.' She wa:s provide the require d cargo camerchant marine· plays in the bills. preceded by the Sgt. Matej Ko"- pacity ., The original deckhouse defense of .the United States; The action- on the Defense cak, which ·was· christened in is beitrg, modified• to increase and language malting clear that Authorizations bill came as this August, and will be followed by personnel accominodations from the Navy has the right to con- year's legislative session drew · the Maj. Stephe n W. Pless. The 41 to 183, and twotwinpede.stal tract m;t vessels to the private to a close. Even after the session . w<;ir~ is .9~ing, .Performed for' cranes are being installed on the sector. was supposed to have. 0fficially .· Watetma:riSteainrsfiip Corp. and main deck to handle amphibious Unfortunately, the compro- ended, Congress still had not will be operate d under charter landing suppor t craft. mise bill did not contain two acted on a majority of the au- by the Military Sealift ComThe Obregon and the·,other important pro-maritime amend- thorlzation bills before it. The . mand. ·- converted ships will carry' a f6. ments that had be.en included in Senate was forced to pass Jt Vice Adm. ·.William H. man unlicensed SIU crew·a nd the House version of the bill: temporary measure to. keep the Rowden, . commander . of ,/~l:ie .... :willt~ P,C/SJ ~<t~ar ound the . the Cunard re~flagging pro- gover11mentfrom totally closing· ·. Military Seal1ft . <:;9~1Ffaird,1'· "w1f~~§ffWR""'d~lW!¥!_IJ~J:1I)? posals, and an amendment to down. · spoke at. the ceremomes. He any trouble spot. They will pfc,;c · restrict the paybac k of ConThe Maritime Corrimis.sion said the. ships' new roles "rep- vide th~:.~J>acity tQ rapidly . struction Differential S.ubsidies that would be created ·as a result. resent a major step in the real- . transpo rt to a:nytd~Ul;ijli-J"!.:i:I')~• ·.·(CDS). of this legislation would be com- ization of the Navy's two most 25 percen t of the vehicles and . ., ·ii·' ' _¥_,~,•.-.--,· The in favorof ~tlf.Pro vrstonl lT · •· e, · 0: · · as ' · 0, ears:- ., .. ·. o ms. Tat10 s · or a: marine am· Cunard amendment would have ·The amendm entdeal ing with With this in mind, the Navy phibious brigade. allowed two • passenger ves- the right of the Navy to contrac t embarked on a prqgram early in . Special trainingp sels-th e Cunard Princess and out vessels to the private -sector 1980 to procureacfleet.ofy~ssels '. bteJ111d~v,~\\\i~!:ffi', ... · m. the Counte ss-to be re•flagged . was introduced by Seq. Ernest suitable for long-term prepos i- ,, bfilis:B 'osuiis are-, being given urtder the American registry. If. Hollings (D-S.C.) in response to tioning of U.S. Marine Corps· helicop ter landing assist trainenacted, such an amendm ent House amendment offered by equipm entand supplies at var- ing, and other key personnel will would double the existing U.S.- Rep. WU)iam Nichols (D-Ala.) fous sitesthr oughou t the world. . get special firefightiirg, under- · flag passenger vessel· fleet and that would have prevented de- These vessels~'.kttpWn as M;!ll!ic • way repleni~hm6rit and small create more than 1,000 seagoing fense age11cjes from contracting time Prepositioning Ships (MPS) ; arms marksmanship training. jobs. out work to the private sector. . will giye the United States the Pfc: Eugene A. Obregon was . The amendment ~lating to The scope . of the Nichols capability to respond rapidly with posthumously awarded the the CDS subsidy payback would amendm ent was unclear, and credible force to crisis situaMedal of Honor for -extraordihave barred the transfe r of CDS the Hollings amendment went a iions: . . nary heroism oh Sept."26; 19.50, · Vessels to the coastwise trade long way in defining it. The former RO/R0 vessels · at Seorrl;-Korea; when he used his body to shield a. fallen friend from bullets while fighting off an enemy attack during the Koiean· War. Ship SIU to Crew TAKX--Ship 0 I j I~••·-....'"i_ ~l.~h~J!Jl'J?J.~t~,~,·. .a ILO Loo ks at ·Sea men 's Pro blem s ·Wo rldw ide .-] j 1 1 I 1 (Continued t'rom Page 3,) threatening ·the lives of seafar. ers, which violate international rules. concerning freedom of navigation. ~ · At the conclns ion.ofth e eight. day session, SIU President Frank Drozalt stressed very strongly .that "We must eontinue our . active participation in these in•ternational meetin gs." In .the areas ,of establishing minimum international standards, Drozak said, "Our pay scales and \londitions of.employment are higher . 4 IJ-OG I October 1984 Wh y We ·Ar e The re · Reviewing the items on the JMC's agenda, SIU President ' · Frank Drozalt stated: '' Social .sei;:urlty, employment conditions; flags of convenience, medical care onboard ships and in port, repatriation, hazardous cargo, legal rights of seafarers, safety onboard mobile offshore units, war risk, and training_ are all bread and butter issues for seafarers in the USA as they are in the rest of the. world. "We· must play in this international ballgame with our brother s and sisters in foreign. countries. If we fail to. show up and take our turn at bat, we can't later complain about . the outcome or the rules by which.these issues are hammered out." . ' than the international mjniri:lum, anci it isin our interes t to narrow the cost differences betweeq ourselves and the- rest of the world." Raising standards also "impro ves the overall environment in which we are all operating," Drozak said. · Drozak concluded, "As far as I am concerned, there are a· lot of decisions being made around the world that affect our members and their jobs, and I. intend to participate as fully and vigorously. .as possibl e.'' 'I ' 1 ! �Grassroots. '84 SIU's Nation,wide Drive Intensifies only to be..thwarted at the gate. Security-guards tried to remove the demonstrators' signs .while Reagan enthusiasts pelted the demonstrators· with gravel and Ronald Reagan launched his re-election campaign on Labor Day in Los Angeles. This was bitter irony for the hundreds of MTD/SIU grassroots volun- rich friends and hurt low and · campaigning against a backdrop of Reagan hecklers who tried middle income Americans. Reagan was shielded from any every ploy to interrupt and disrupt the former vice president's protestors at his campaign rally. Mondale capped his first day of kick-off crusade. • -. his W~1:m Ronald Reagan kicke.d ¢f c;ampaigl) in;.~alifOrnia, TV reports showed thousands of his supporters cheering. What the reports didn't show ~as a large group of anti-Reagan•people·who were kept out of the president's rally.Here isjbst part of the SIU/UIW group. .· . teers attending the· kick-off of Rei!.gan's campaign. sticks. Every time ·SIU volunteers have.marched on Reagan, they have met ;resistance at every campaign stop around the country'---an infringement of their · rights as guarariteed by the · United· States Constitution. WhileReagan lauded his fouryearrecord, trade unionists from . the' nearby·. UIW-contracted Starkistplant and SIU members listened.to his empty promises, worried about their en:iployment future. Due to· the Reagan Reagan cannot face reality and administration's unfair ."free" has no. answers for today's trade policies, the American tuna . problems. industry has been boinbarded by cheap, foreign products ere-· In contrast, Walter Mondale . ating severe American llilem- opened. his campaign in Long ployment and bankrupting · Beach, Calif. where he attacked American small businesses,. -.. Reagan's economic policies which have failed to put AmerOur llllionists valiantly tried . -icans back to work. Mondale to get . their message to -this stressed Reagan's tax cut pro"question free zone'' ·president,, grams which have benefited his 0 hi Portland, Ore. SIU members and their families turned out to hear Democratic vice presidential candidate Geraldine Ferraro. October 1984 / LOG / 5 �VOTE Tho1:1sands of working men and women turned out for a Mondale ra ,. at.Long Beach Airport to hear the former vice-president.during a stc there. Democrats who fought each other.for the.party:$ . nQminatiOn"'lnthe primaries have united in. an effort to beat Reagait.Here Walter liil6i1clal~ speaks to.a large crowd in California. Behind him (I. tor.fare Sen •. Afan Cranston, Sen. Gary Hart, vice-presidential candidate Geraldine Ferraro and Los Angeles mayor Tom Bradley. Striking employees. of Continental Airlines Join SIU Port Age~t Worley at the Reagan rally. · , 0 "'1ik .Mondale pulls ncf punches abc>ut his administration's poll... cies:an as a•lde• the-h d . · :""""" ., •''it~ifliea • on'!tl:le 1ia:s,. nsure · .·., that the channels <>f cc>inllllll:ii~ · cation between tire Mondale . White. House and . America's ' maritime· industry will ·remain open and active. Oftantamount importance is the assuranc.e by Mondale that officials. working focthe Mondale administration wm implement the policies to which he is committed. · ' The maritime industry knows -0nly .too. w.ell the flagrant dis- . regard by present• admitristra- · · tion appointees of maritime laws ~ready on the books . 0 .Vote Nov. a The question you must answer on Tuesday, Nov. 6 is: :l)o you want four more. yeai;s· _of open aclininistration oppositiQn on any and all maritime. fodustry initiatives? OR do you want an · ·administration fulfilling · · its pronirses to. ~olve "the· m!}.ritime industry's problems? · · The choice is'yours! ·· The job)'oitllave may be your own,· .· 6/ LOG-/ October 1984 Eighty;y:l,~ar~old Nellie He~rt 9f-~ng Beactr, Calif. has seen a lot of campaigns. come' a~,:t go aticl:;lsn't foole .by the ·slic~ .efforts of •Ronald' Fleagan this ye,ar. She told SIU Field Rep Scott Hanlon, ''Remember Roosevel he spoke tb the. people:•.i:fhe two were at Walter. Mondale's campaign kick-off rally,on l:lilbot-Day, >0 •.ce • �t ..i~ l . SIU Captains Stand United -Curtis Bay WiH Negotiate With f I .. ' s·1u, Top to Bottom Curtis Bay, a subsidiary of the labor movement in general.. of the company that tried to Moran Towing, will negotiate Over t!m..past 10 months, con- . break the MM&P. with the Seafarers International ditions in the tug and barge Under the terms of the NaUnion over the wages, benefits· industry have been disrupted by tional Labor Relations Act, and working conditions of all a ruling handed down by the unions cannot bargain on behalf of the company's shipdockiri.g West Coast Region of the Na- of "supervisory personnel" unworkers-including boat •captional Labor Relations Board. less the company gives its pertains. · In January, the regional board mission. .. The definition • of The company thus reversed out there found against the Mas- · "supervisory ·. persenn,el" is its position that it' Would not ters, Mates and Pilots (MM&P) somewhat vague, butgeneralfy negotiate with the ·SIU for its in a case involving the definition· refers to workers who perform captains after the current conof "supervisory personnet''·The management-type duties. tract expired. · .. decision usually referred to What the West Coast Region The company's decision came as the Foss case after the name of the NLRB did in the. Foss before the Sept. 30 deadline, SIU when. contracts at the. company's Philadelphia, Baltimore and Norfolk operations were set to expire. The Union and the comThirty-three SIU members · b'enefits for part or all of the pany· have· moved to obtain an extension so that ·. bargaining have won a back pay award period of Oct. 20, 1979 to Dec. could continue. from ACBL because the com- 31, 1979, when ACBL did not A new contract has yet to be pany failed to use the SIU Hir- use the SIU halls. . . .. •·· .·· · · . negotiated. But a major victory ing Hall. This !i\>'.lµ:9 is a i;esult .<>f a has l:,~e1.1 won . ·· 0fo .JJ.:he . IJ/rnem : "e · hM•'litli!' tio < bri"b,M~the .: \..·~~ "" . 'ns : .. , . , es.. ACBL are. continuing, but most · l!,~~\l>Y,~~~1,(!t\aj;!UU!lgs),?Y the ·· ;,.~ii,ti.ii>,n~~~ftililat,iqi:nsJI!e~., ·· ~ • · 1'he,!Sff;i't.mtimbers listed be-: · 1ow shi56Id'- cofitAct SIU New Orleans Port' Agent Pat PillDenver,. Colorado ·sworth at 800·325-2532, about . August 20-21, J984 .· tb,e.ir b,a{k\p~y:;ai11-i;fl,s. :- . . n· dall.J ·•..:"'·~ '"- ,,. . · ·52: 06"5 ·•c.n:l,\Il ..... ,: ·9~111~l\ln~r·•j,l,Z• "' .. . · Maritime Employees·. • · Anthony Morant · 228~86-8979 Doug Hayw<U"d 003-:54-8717 A new anli'u~ion tactic, encour~ed by the Reagan administration's hostile lab\)r policies;, is a: prggram by mantime. employers to refuse. to bargain with .. William Thompson 210-52~8.596 their licensed .personnel by AFL-CIO umons. · · . . · , :. Ricky Pearson 402~78a4969 These employers are seekin&, to destroy sound and productive bargaining rejatio[)ships under which they have grown and prospered. Their position is M. Ryan 185-56-8877 that licensed personnel are supervisons wha,cim and will be fired for engaging A. Dorris 092056-1397 in unjon activity. Indeed, in o[)e case, the·ewployer went to the extreme of using the police. to remove union deck officers and engineers from a ship iti J. Dent 486-52,8879 /4. . . ·,· ·· · order to'bring on scab replacements .. · . . · Craig Crouthamel 142c.64-0826 • There has. been,no change in the Natio[)al Labor Rela:tions Act that would is ACBL Failed .to use \. "'" ·tug/tow harge/dredge . ~ ·: ;,, case was to say that licensed wheelhouse personnel who had been long-tune members of a maritime union were now "supervisors" and were not entitled . to protection under nationa_l labor law.In essence, the c~mrt stripped the licens:ed maritime workers at Foss of their basic right to be protected by U.S. labor laws. · At present; the Foss ruling is limited to only one region of the (ContinlJed on Page 9.) Hiring Hall SIU Boatmen Win••Batk_Pay Award 0 J- permit this arrog~µt attempt to deny licensed personnef their basic democratic rights to a voice"iri setting their wages and working conditions. Rather, the employers who arelefusipg to bargai[) are doing so in the expectation that the otiange in the National Lab'orReJa:tions Board brought about by J;lresident Reagan's appointments .will permit anti-union employers to do what they ·•· : .. please. . Th!l mariti(!l~ unions are conmJjtJed to p~e?erving the 1ecent wages and · working con.d1t10ns that only ceiUectcye bargammg can provide. · The AFL-CIO will provide.its•maritimi; affiliates all possible aid and support. -- - . -~~~-~-~-,- '.- . _,-~ JlXECUTIVE COIDiCIL . . ., . -· . - . . . ., ·. Lane Kirkland, Pre,sident · ', · . · Thomas R. Donahue, Seqetary-Treasilrer· John H. Lyons Murray H. Finley Sol C. Chalkln Charles H. PIiiard Alvin E. Heape John DeConeinl , Jt,yceD.·Mlller HattieId Vincent Ri Sombrotto .James e: =n~~ 'Thoma!; W. Gleason Aibert Shanker . Edward T. Hanley J. 0. Turner · WillillfTl. W. Winplslnger Wayne E. Glenn JQ!i.nJ; .Sy,eehey ·.Bart,ari, .Hutchlnspn Ge.raid W/McEntae Patrick'J. 9'!!nPb<tll John ·r. Joyce · . Fr&!le'rick O'Neal Glenn. E. Watts· AnQlijO Fosco · Kennetb T. Blaylock Wil6am. H. Wy1111 .. , ·. Robert F. Goss Frank Dtozak. Richard I. Kllroy, . . WIiiiam H. Bywater · Kennalh J. Brown Lynn R. Willlams J. Magana 568-04-2455. Michael Hansen· · 547'39-8566 A. Valdes 114-50-1424 Robert Hall 400-78-0484 M; HowelJ , 2Q2-f?;5,~ James Lincoln 833"54-9010 · ,• .,e . M. Bentley · ., James I<.anable ... ~~1,.~;s:•~---' - .. (')'!91~~~~"'"'~"'", .. ,; 116-52-?~?'.? 222-4208571 ~i,ij]i~~µ/ .·· ·~7~~'ffli9 M: Robinson. 493-62-7531 Vab.c:e Landers 521-94-4614 Jerry Long 219-72-2866 Franklin Doughton 212-80-9413 William :8aI'.lles .. 403-62-0270. ·George Qli:ver .. 488-c70-7139 Rdy stinsori ·· 431~18-8497 P. Stanley 438-34-1858 Charles B.ooo 403-18 74659 Terry Doud 556-17c3134 Thomas Lee .427-60-5555 · H. Northington 406-92-9348 R. J. Branning 201-42-3894 Jerry Vinson 500-64'7356 Court OK's ACB.L Tal<eoverJ:,y:CSXThe CSX Corporation has timately dismi.ssed the> stay,,though an appeal is still pending ican Commercial Barge Lines in the same court. (A(;::B!:,J~ ,: . . .. . . .. . ... ..• 'fht: temporary re!!_training orThe . .takeover had . been der had been obtained by the. blocked by the Sixth U.S. Court. WTA in response to the develof Appeals in Cincinnati, Ohio, opments that oc<:urred last Auwhich had .issued a te.mporary gust, after the Interstate Comrestraining Qrder at the request merce Commission (ICC) bad of. the W~ter Transport Asso- approved the takeover of Texas ciation (WTA), a loose asso<;:i- Gas Resources by CSX. Texas. Gas Resources was the · ation of barge lines. . · The WTA had contended that parent oJganization of ACBL. .. the takeover posed an ,imniedi- CSX is the oper3:tor ofthe Chesate and irrevocable threat to the sie and Seaboard Systems Rail, .· existenp..e of the barge Jine in- . roads and the Richmond, Freddustry. Yet the Sixth Court ul- ericksburg&Potomac Railroad. formally taken .control of Amer- . Octobef·1~/LQG(7. ~· ·, --~' .. f �,1111, I,_ners • . . . � " . · �. ��-• ·· .·. '""•·•. . · . -·�-, �,v , -. ·: .. · · n · emor1am •· · · · : , ,:4! . · .en;:uv; - - - . . .- p M .:c: - """· : •_ ""' ;,• . · ·· 1 · . --..· � ,.;,, · -- d ,,, -.:•.:• :, · - � � - �. :, :; . ,,. '• ··: · . - :,• • ..-!�,.. ·· ;- · ' ·- ·� • ··;•,·.. ..~ ....' ',• . ' ·,.. . . . . .. - . . .. -, • ·- •• , ,. _ .. . _. .- - · , ·• - - --·: . ,._ ' , ' " ·· . ', , . ·-~ . _, . Robert H. HilPensioner Rene Benoit Pitre Pensioner ; .. George Harold Hel:•.... lii'lrd, '62; . 'joihed Sr ., 81; •SUCCJIJiibed. to · a liver mond Sr. , 78 ,·passed away from the'-! Union. in th'e ailment in the U.S. Veteriuis- heart pisease at home in· Gal­ p&J of Norfolk in Aaministration Hospital, Bi- veston, Te:xas on Aug. 3. Brother 1 971 sailing as a loxi, Miss. on May 13. Brother Helmond joined the Union in wiper for the NBC �itre j oined the Unio n in the 1 946 in the pqr,t of Houst9n i Lines from 1 964 port of New Orleans in 1956 · saling as .a chief engineer for to 1 978. Brother a11d . G&H Towing fr9m 193 1 to. 1958. - i saiH1,1g as a chief e9gineer -·.. Hilliard was born electrician aboaid· thl tug Port / He was borri in Galvest.on and in Norfolk and is a resident of . Allen (Crecerit Towing) . from was a reside'nt there. Burial was Virginia Beach , Va. 1 94li'to 1956, Dixie Carriers from in the Galveston Park <;:eme-.-. . .·.·1 1956 to 1960 and for Gulf Canal · tery, Hitchcock, Texas:Surviv­ Lines . from 1962 to 1963 . He ing are his widow, Agnes and · Robert Harry was a veteran of:the U. S . Army son,· George Jr. Keller, 60, jo ined during World War J. Boatman · the Union in the .. __,., ·' . Pensioner . port. of Baltimore . Pitre was born in Ashton, La, · ])avid D. )!'erarri, . Charles · . Jo­ and was a resident of Kiln, i'ss, M in 1 956 sailing as 82, passed · away seph . · . Saba_tier, . Interment was in Rotte1f �ayoil a deckhand , for on Aug. 20 : . 65, joined the Cemetery , Bay SL Louis; Miss. Curtis Bay Tow��other Fer�rn Union. in the port Surviving are a son , Dennis and ing in 1 950. . �omed the Union of Houston in ston of a daughter, Ann Joh Brother Keller n . m the �ort ofNew 1 960 working on Gretn a , La. . was a former member of . the York m: 1963:He the · Galveston ILA, Local 1337. He was born I l was born in New (Texasf wharves -Pensioner Leroy GibbinsS�win Baltimore and is a resident of _ from 1 961 • to e . e and was a · resident of y rs. yer, 67, -�uccumbed to lung dis; J --~ Hyndman, Pa. · 1 984. Brother Sab atier is a vet­ . :~· . · ease in the Chesapeake (Va;),, ' Hobok en , N ,J. Sur.viving . L& his _: : . ~ {:}~~} ;, -~: ' ,:."_. : Marie, eran of the U.S. Marine Corps widow; . 2]. Jµni o� General J:J9spita\. William . . ··...·· serving as a.Pvt. and r_ifle sharp­ Br other S,iiWYerjotried the tJnioii' Hollingsworth , Pern�io1,1er shooter in the Pacific Theater Milier, 56,-joined in the port' &f Norfo1k in 1961 Jam!,!s ' : �,Henry during · vyorld War II. He was Ure •Union in the sailing as a deckhand - for Nor­ born in Galvestoo and is a res.IJi�t/�k�r Sr., 69, .port}>f Baltimofe­ folk Towing, • Mc.A!Ustei;i•1'lr�lv-:f . . id�mt of La Marque,. Texas. · Sll.(!.�umbed.. �.a,t0,e-,,: c\ andif��'� in J9"5Tsailing,as . . ers from ·. 1955-..ctod9€H!;' -~- . lung fai1ffi!e il£Jfu ..... . 1977. ' a deckhand on C .G. Wilfo,,froin 19"7f George Madi� •; E.. :f'. , . Kennedy. : H e wa~,a:: i f 6r:tQtr the the tug Resolute ., · . ' . . ' sop. cWh ite, 74, ; ,Nfetii0a1Jei@e:n,tet/ , ' United /~fine Workers · UniOn-. · · (Baker-Whiteley joined the Union Edison, N.J, ,on 19.§7..; ,tb;,,'.lIJIP-'".• .J~lo~tm~ ·- -~~:\~Y~r .w~~ born . fbJ2.0fit(©f•l'IJiM.� _i ® ,..-:-..•. - . -------..- · !iii iff !ll! fi -· w , iff l'l i l!!I . . 11!! . e r . ffl j r: i � n � e a i'l""f 'TOl<:f'.i iK:1!9otl�f!le"" t e lfiilon in •1 · ,.•• .'_ .a6;• in_ sailed a chief York New f o port the in the Warner Cemetery J engiriee/ for, th.e Shadesville,_ N '. C . Survivfng ��� r , sailing �s �- ����-�fJd �a�e , Virginia · . Pilots two s o ns , B1��,!i!1;9 ����i:-�,;c���-f-�.i,c� anna Rail- . \ . o 1945 �, _ . ,:_, ' Assn.· frgrh 1965. · .• ~. · of Ches apea�,\:"�.31i���o�aY)Jl"° ���ij/('),b'iMMi;�.J f: rp rt b , , Ro e to 1 984 and for the W. Coles , to 1976. He was born 111; �:{sey ., , • . <·· , ters, Virgini_i't and Jennie. c1s . _s_cbv,at�a, . · Hudgins Co. from 1 950 to 1 965. City, N.J. and was a re$1dent of .-·-1 _ 5 6 ,_ . J�i n e_d the_ Pensioner John David Speight, Hopatcong, N.J; .i-:.Bui;itd was in . Bro(her White was: b9rn in Ma­ t ' the;Cres;tp:ayeri ee'metery, ClifUrn°n I� he P°:!1 ' .. 81, passecl ,:,· thews Cty., Va. and is a resident •·. away from 4��1',J:fai.b ...... Balt e .. : .-• ~---··= ........ _:, ",: 'Vii. on ton,1 N.J. Surviving are . his of 1�or _ m · m:e in . Virgi,n\a::.~Beach., there. : .. .:,,:~• ·,,.... . .-: .· ', .~...· ~ •._,:;· 1 9?6·,�ail�ng as �- June Z5.'.....Brothe:t:Spe1ght joined • wido.w,,,Ruth; a son, Jame& Jr. ch1e_f eng1�eer for the Union in the port of Balti- of Bayonne, N}., , ::it\g Jhree Victor . . Ash• ...-,.,,:,- a r croft Brown, 75, mo re in 1957 sailing as a cook daughteJs, ]),eyerJey\· J,anet and ,..... · B k� -Wh1 teley · A ,_,- -. Towing from for the NBC Lines in 1947. He . · Patri ci:ii'.: _, · · · joined the Union 1 947 to 1 972. Brother Schwatka _ bega s amng in 1910. !;J�ji��� in . the port of i'.i'.il!Lt·• ·< . . � . ·. �,r John ; -. er . of th e Pen,�IR,J.l b Housto.n ln 1 957_ wa,s a_ former memb r m No th Caro1i r naano o n was , ; .... ·. re . a re d .Fra,pcJs :.:-.·•·: · Pagano sailing as a ILA. He]s- a pative Of Baltimo si ent:ofNdllfeli:t�1:1rf€ttililff � , and is·a resideqMhere. ' . • ''8 1 , passed ... · FOWT for'. G&H Was n. C,!!.l\ieiery, .·• .· · .' ,;av,,ay on Aug. 16 . . Towing frorri . ., . . . . . .· Cfiesapeal.ie.·,'. sutvlving are his "·Brother, fa�ano Norm�m Paul Kasden, '60, . wido· ·w , Mary and a son, Willie. 1 957 to 1 972 and · j oined the Ui:lion for Gulf Canal Lines. B rother' . joined the Union in the port of ~- ·:: "" . inthe,pqi;tofNew Pensioner Burl Edward Ev. New York in' 1 959 safling as a . Brown was born,in Canada and ..• -. ans_, 70, passed away on .Aug: Yorki!').l!l6:3 '�ai1° is a natu ralized U.S. citizen. He deckhand for the Penn-Central ing as a cleckRailroad, Pier H , Jersey City, 14. Brother Evaris joined the- . , is a resident of Alvin , Texas. N;J. and G reenville Piers start• Union in the port of Mobile, in ' hand for the .Delaware, Lacka1958 wo rking. as a Welder for wana and Westerh Erie- · ing in 1 941 . Brother Kasden Geronimo Espinosa, 71, ' Lackawana ,Rajltoads f�in 1 94,2 joined the Union in the port of walked the picket' line . in the . . Bay T9wing from 195'6 _to 1960 {i_ ..: of 1 960 general maritime beef He ·. and for Radcliffe Ma,terials ftofo . to 1968 . He'!Jfi/s Philadelphia in 1961 sailing as . ~ <~i. ··:<Veteran . {·.:• ~· jn 1961 to 1974. - He was. a former the U.S: Army,, 1-tit �arps . a cook. Brother Espinosa sailed was a forrner member of the -~- .. •;.- Wotld War II, -B.aatrtfifif,Pagano • for the P.F. Martin Co. and the• Masters, Mates & Pilots Union . member of the Boilermakers was born iii N�w�t�fi�arrd, Was Union. Boatman was-. boJ,"11 Andepandent Towing Co. in 1 954 from 1, 947. to . 1 960. Boatman . - _ - . . _.- - ._ _,. -. " . -_ : :·· .. . . :· - - • . : .- <(·-_-. .,.i:_,c,.c_,.....,v,., . ..,._,� . jn _Freeport, Fla: . a�d was '''a a reside�t, �f�lG>:M�f��Jg!J,ts, Kasde� is a veteran of the U -�and · for the ·Warner Co. frorn resident there. Surv1vmg are two ·N Survi:w1Jg;-,an '' II1�1�1i,low'; , • 1 953'· to 1 954. 1-:!,e was bqm in · Army' m World ·War IL Born 1n ,, .. , ~ New' . Yo"rk, he ···is · a resident of · sons, Wa}'n� l):nd Billy of Free- . Mai:y :,--_ _....__....11L..-..: the• Philippine Is. and is a resi­ s'0?s_ L::. • ..AL--. and Bill•�fl-�"t � ���,.�' ,'�·- , · , :: � p o rt. Weiit 'New York, N .J. . / dent of Cleme·nton, N.J: · · · ·. · ' ' ',.'. . · ; .,. j.-. ~;:,' . ·• � •... •.1-·•.~ ·•• • "· - - ,;,, ·- - ·'!'! William Paul . Bobac, 62, joined {the U nion in the ·.· porto(Baltirr\ore . in 1 956 sailing as an oiler and deckhand · ·.. for Baker-Whitely •·. •• Towing in 1964. Brother Bobac attended a Piney Point Inland Conference in f978. He is a veteran of the U.S. Army Infantry in World War IL Babat: was · born in. Canton, Ohio and . is a resident of Baltimore. '. f -;, ,; l.i' 1• a . 1 .: I , l I ;i . .1 to ·niembet'or .1 �- Ji;" -·· ·•;,w·= V '• Fr�ri;_ ; .l , ,I'"• •. , •-.: , ./ • __l.~ • t§y;� i _,'R101fliv!�tt". .1_ ~ .. tug '•,• I. aiicI a -- ,' •. '· Eva�� . '.· ,J, a.6�. �t:W� •• :~··· ,"i -. ... • ,: \. ,s_ ., ' . :-.:.··... :_ - ,._ ···- :~-... . . ...... ------ - . ., . ~ --···--·---- --- · --- - -- --- ----- ,L ,:-\;ip:h . :.Jr:'',j -~ :::-:�-'- <; ., · 8 l,LQG, / Oc/ober.,-~1 �.84 . ~ ~$; .... •• �,.- (Continued from Page 7.) NLRB- the West Coast-a nd one group of worker5'."-those licensed seamen who work for Foss. Yetthe ruling is indicative of a larger _trend: the growing anti-union bias of the NLRB, which has been· packed by antilabor Reagan appointe es. A number of inland and deep sea compani es have tried to take advantag e of the confusio n caused by the Foss decisiQn. Indeed, earlier this year, this same issue ~as rais.ed hy SONAT -Marine , which tried to unilaterally change 20 years of , establish ed practice by calling the captains , mates, chief engineers and barge_ captains in its IOT Fleet "superv isors." The issue of "superv isory personn el" at SONAT has not a compan y to back down o_n the and deep sea compani es, have yet been decided. · question of supervis ory personweak~ned the inland maritime . The company has recently innel. Had Curtis Bay been able industry at a critical time in jts dicated that it plans the same . to divide the workers , this story history. Just when managem ent strategy for its Mariner Fleet,. would probably have a different and labor should, be . working where the licensed and unliending. together to rebuild the industry , censed contract expires Dec .. 7. While a contract · still needs they are distracte d by a shortThe SIU has filed charges to be negotiat ed for both the sighted maneuve r propose d by with the NLRB in the IOT case licensed and unlicens ed worksome industry advisors , and enand plans other action in the ers at Curtis Bay, an importan t :';, couraged by a national admincoming weeks. .step has been taken. All, em-. istration bentqn destroyi ng the News travels fast on the riv- ployees at Curtis Bay wiU ben- labor moveme nt in our nation. ers and in the harbors :The c_ap- efit from the united stand taken. ''Manag ement has been taken tains at Curtis Bay s·aw the by the captains in the form of a· in by this terribly short-sighted handwri ting on· the · wall. If better contract . approac h to a difficult probSONAT .colild treat its employ~ . When asked to .com111ent on lem," Drozak said. "As a reees like that, then so could Cur- . the _develo pmentsa t~urltsB ay, suit, We and the compani es have tis Bay. The captains decided Frank Drozak, presiden t of'fhe had to take some really talented to.hang tough-_together . SIU, said, ''Unity' produce d people away from producti ve Curtis Bay is ari •example of .strength through a collective projects , projects that woulq the impact that a united mem- stand by the·membership. Other have contribu ted to the long: berslup can have in persuadi ng member s confront ed by this · term growth of this industry. .threat should take note a1t4 also There is ·a. bright spot: At least . display the same show of un- events at Curtis Bay have proven ity." once again that this Union ·and Drozak then·com mented that its member ship can't be pushed the Fqss decision , and the Sllbaround, 118 long. as we remain sequent c011duct of some fuiand united;'' · G &H Towing'Jloatrnen Get \Yage Hilitlf,'.. .. . lnth'e. port; · . • 9Ql erii:ent " ..,,. .. .,ar . t al on·· e t. 30. . . · · · . e •i. ueen_ Steambo at Queen o,n the Mississippi and ,. . . . ~ r; .• • ·, • •i~;. . ·· .• · Higman Towing Boatmen in this port were granted a COLA increase. on Oct. 8. ,.,.., · · · Luedtk e Engineering Wins $6-M Lakes Job Luedtke Engineering was low 'l;lidder and has started work in Muske• gon, Mich. on a $6°mi11ion project. .• New Pact'Q l(ayed< atAllied Inland·:'" Coasta l Towing The nei,v coi:ittacfatAlliEicljnland and, Coastal Towing in the port of Norfolk was ratified last month by the mell)pershlp rank .and file. / • -.•-~- :· .. ! NorfOtk 'Rep Mike ''M,P." Paladino wants to remini:LBoatrhel'I that in oraerto insure that they g_et.ttie,r medical and welfare beneiitfpaid fast, they should make sure theypu(t he correct seatim!:) on their applications so-:as to 0etermine their elfgibility for payments. · -~,,_· - -· ·- ,-_ ,.,:·--._.•''>·"·•." O.r,·l···e. an . .·.;!":.(s.HJil.·.· ··.F·)·i;if·•.1.):1:na~. •. o. h. . io by Februar y 1985 · · •· · fir:w ,·. ·.The plans to build a $2·. fu"i't)'ji,\n,~0";000,. foot Jae[i~y- at the Robin-S t,Wharf ontheM is• rlilfS the·pass eng~r steambo ats C sissippi-just past the site of the Delta. Queen and .Mississippi· 1984 Louisian a World's Fair. ,:, , -· · · -.,: '".l6e St'U~hlan~la{·(;~lli~~~Y-. PMA Shipping Scene September 1984 "Furloughed" Boatmen on Tampa Tugs, which .has six tugs on the Greatl.:akes, were cc1Ued back to their boats last month. ~,;. . . . . ·. ·Sl'~ ;Little CurJ,is Co~ Boatme n 01( Contra ct A new contract- at STC Ljttle, Curtis Co. (Steuart 'Fransportation) in the. port' of Piney Point, Md. last month was approved by the SIU members. · · ·· · . . .. MQAilister'.-Towing}Outreach Marine Negotiations at McAlliste(of Nor-folk and Philadelphia are on hold penaing the completiori'of tile Curtis l;laf Negotiations. Also an NLRB triaUs to•begiil shortly, involving McAllister's runaway company, Outreach Marine. . · -~~c\l ~lniat ~~h.it il~~!l s"~·~• •, ~'~- -o ~•--.;, to the port of New ,~ ~'a;.~~~,✓-~> ;,~•J;;~,~,.~~=(:i,r,~'- . : .·· , ':· ;,:; . ''• . . . . . . _-•.,_'::-~; \-. , Th~J)el ta !llfiilll.l.~ . ,~.· headqua rters ~··~ .... Cos.";'}.of. Livin.g A.·.djus.tm.· e·n·t•s.·(C.:°.'·.LA). w. ill.b···e give.n in· . t·h.·e·.. seco···nd and. "1'1ti~e &¼ea.h e Rew pact. · · . , .., · , ' Delta Quee. ,n Offices to Move . ·• REGISTERED SAN FRANCISCO .· . - , Class "A" ······~··~• ~4 ···•"··-···-~ "B" · .. · . . . ·'"'•""ll. . . .. Class ......... ......... ..... JO. I Class "C" ........ ........ ..... ·•. Relief ........ ........ ........ .. ; Grand Total (All Groups)· . ........ . WILMINGTON Class "A" ..... _........ - ... , ... . 9· .Class "B'·,.....• , . . .........•• 21 · Class·' "C». ·,•:. :.. . . ........ . 0 . 30 ·. Grand .Ti>tai (All Groups) ......... . SEATTLE . . Cl ass "A.,, ........ ........ ...... . 9 · Class "B." ........ .... , ...._...... . '12 Class "C" ......... .. : ......... . : 2 Relief . ·......... ;... ; .. ; ... , ..... . -2 Grand Total (AllGroups) . ; .. ; .... . 23 · ·HONOLULU Class ."A'' ......... ,_.,,;_ ....... . Class "B" ......... .. ;', ......... . Not '•.Class "C" ...•..·.......... .,:·,, .... . ·Available Grand Total (All Groups) . ..• C ··i;}. >. .... · · SHIPPED 19 3 ,, .9 .'i.il· . . ·2s .• 4 0 0 4' 4 0 . :o0 4 Not. Available. October 1984 /LOG/ 9 , �-:;:B~i7118t-e.Ji§tJBtOBVifS1'~-~!:tl:6~~~a11ist,s~m111e~tc•··c . ~~l . · There is something missing on the Great Lakes this year: the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers taking away jobs from private. business and SIU dredgem:en. . . . . . c,, . . ,,· ,)/ili'ff:iii:tN>tt::/•~ k}}}ffti H¥ti·tSI•r'\J,Ei)t:f. . ,, , , ·.· .· , , ,. . . . . ·· I ,.liti:;';c;, I I "This is by far the best year in the last six for job oppor{unities. It's given us a_t least 150 extra Jobs, " said Algonac Port 1 Rep. _Byron Kelley. Tack that onto the lO_percent jump in man~days on the steams .ships, and )\.lgohac has been a busy hall this year.. . The fight ·against the Corps took more than five years, Kelley said, with the SIU, the · Tran_sportation Institute and others lobbying hard .to prove that private interests could do better and cheaper work. A survey proved that, taking Corps Corps' dredging p·roject's in the · jobs and biddipg on ,them. On . Lakes area was . not appropri·ated. . . t-0p of the bette r quality and Manyl.,akes proj¢cts will end cheaper work, it also saved the aroun d the first ofDecember as taxpayers a bundle of money. the frigid winter. winds · whip After five years of facts, fig- across the Lakes. -But Kelley . ures and lobbying, the effect · said some prbjects in more prowas felt in Washington, D.C .. tected areas could run as·late as where .federal money for the the first Or the year. ' I 1 ~......... ! ,.,;(j '~ /~ \ A. shorewgrker gets a chance .~ ~how dow~ oA some of .the fine fgod <· prepared by NQrtherly Island Steward J. Pow (background), while~Terry Bader (r.) smiles for the camera. ·· • . ', ·. / I Deckhands Donald Radebaugh and Fred Gunn from the Alaf/1 Luedtk e pa~se for a minute on the pier repair job. . .. · · / 1 _ • 1 10 / LOG I October 1984 'I .I a John Cairns and "Pal"Lyor:is repair bmken scow pocket on the dredge Handy Andy. , .. �I I • r i t Mate George Silva (I.) .and Deck/maintenanCE!l)'l~n T. Vallerchamp look down into the camera from the deck of the Northerly Island. This is the pier the Alan Luedtke fs helping to repair and extend. Register -Now!! Vote In' -.N11.1flllJAt1:,!L~4. . . . . . .-. ·-Be ffe.a1Ell!:. i:1. ,-, _i • • .- - • , ·y; \( · ,- '-·-•:.C'l:; ·,.--.;_-, Deckhand s'.•trario (L) and Dragtender Terry Bader repla ce a connection flange on th,e Norif( -!· :_,:;, I I Deckhand R. Wise checks things out aboard the··dredge Northerly· Island at its Bay City, Mich .. job -It gets hot on the river, _so Han dy.A ndy crewmen ·john Cairns, operator; ·Pal Lyons, deckhand, and Don site.. McEachern, fireman, take an ice water break at its Fairp ort; Ohio. job site. · · · • · . · ~ October 1984 / LOGl~t1 · ' �Best in Years • Legal Aid _Great Lakes Show· Big Jpb Jump For th,e first time in years, trade on the Great Lakes has bloomed, bringing a welcome relief from lean employment opportunities j:hat have recently plagued the Great Lakes maritime industry. The season has shown increases in-cargoes and jobs for Lakers; ·more jobs in fact than there were Seafarers registered for duty at the Algonac SIU hall to fill the demand. "For the first time in many, many yea.cs, I called looking for men," SIU Port Rep, Byron Kelley said~ Kelley, who is responsible for meeting man-hour I •demands for SIU membe_rs on the Lakes, said he expects the prosperity in trade to continue at least through fall '84. End of season recbrds, according to Kelley; showed job requests for SIU Lakers to crew steamships that carry the raw steel-making c.ommodities, iron ore, stone and coal increased 25 percent over spring '83 employment requests. 0 . _ , · : : A 24 percent increase in Great Lakes bulk cargo spring shipments of ore and coal, signaling · a resurgence of the steel industry, was at the heart of the surge ·in marithne employment, he said .. · "Any time there's a boost in steel production, we benefit,.,, said Kelley, who tied the?ousy sailing season· more directly to record sales reported by the nation's auto corporations. - During. the. :10s, 200 million · net tons of cargo steamed from Lake ports, a decade when shipping experienced what many now say was the industry's renais. sance. In spring '83, 39.6 tons were transported on the Lakes and climbed to 49.2'., tons this :--. spring .. Ore was up 21 percent and coal shipments increased 56 · percent.. Grain remained at 9 million tons. At- the season's beginning, . shipping analysts forecast a drop ' in shipping due to a late y,,inter ice storm .that left -mQre than . . . , In the event that any SIU members · have legal problems In the various ports, a 118! of at1orneys whom they . can contiulr Is being published. The member need not choose the re<:On)mended attorneys and this 11st Is In• tended only for lnlotmallonal pilr· 100 vessels, marooned for a twoweek period in Lake St. Clair and forced a longer than usual lay-up of other ships awaiting the thaw. Instead, according t&Kelley, shippers made Ufl for the lost time by doubling up on Great · Lakes trips;. poses: NEW YORK, NEW YORK Schulman & Abarbanel 358 Fifth Avenue New York, New York 10001 Tele. ti (21.2) :m)-9200 BALTIMORE, MD. Kaplan, ·Heym~n. Greenberg, Engelman & Belgrao Sun Lile Building Charles & Redwood .Streets Baltimore, Md. 21201 Tel•- ti (301) .539-6967 , The bulk of steamships under SIU contract asking Jor illqre hands are operated by the American Steamship Co. Officials for the company say they expect the late winter means fall will he unusually warm and will allow for _a longer fall shipping . season. In August, at the peak of the spring season, 26 steamships . were plying the lakes with-an average crew of 22 SIU members. Only Motller Nature K11ows what lies· ahead this fall. But Kelley is willing to bet a midwestern Indian summer and a bountjful grain harvest will, lllean ·more jobs for SIU men1b,ersJh1s fall. ' ' -. - · ;· . . . ·. CHICAGO, ILL. Katz & Friedman · , 7 South Dearborn Street Chicago, !IL 60603 Tele_ ti (312) 263-6330 DETROIT, MICH. Victor G. '19268 Grand River Avenue 'Oelroit. Mich. 4jl822 Tele. ti {31~) 532:1220 Hanson GLOUCESTER, MAS!;. Orlando & Whtte 1 Western Avenue · Gloucester,JAass. 01930 Tele. t1 (617) 2Jl3.8100 . HOUSTON, TEXAS· Archer, Peterson and Waldnef 1801 Main St (at Jefferson) Suite 510 Houston, Texas 77002 Tele. # (713) 659-4455 & Tele. ti (813) 879-9842 : i.:&s ANGaiis c1.w,. • F~I; ):iottisc~ild, -Fel,<!rt!an &'i;)sfrov 5900 Wllshi~ Boulevaro, Suite 2600 Los. Angeles. Calif. 90036 . •Tele. ii (213} 93H250 •. · - . . . <- . ; WILMINGTON; CALIF'. a~J,lJ~f~~ijQg~~~~B.¾*:l1'l~~ji:~'~ii,,iJtll;1t1 1 liii\ifm&1~' ;U[ ,•. 0 ·~•r .Blended<Crea1t Case,Rul1n·g Sought Too_ · _ • , .. • ' ~mon&w:'BILE,ALA_ ' - , , 3 ,1010 V Antv;eri, flu1ld~~ -·•··. icllifi ~ •-,1 The other court case·1nvolyes~'•': :,~t/ir s04. ,;·.,,,.,,,,.,.,:;:_ • " The merchant marine lost one . cent U.8.-flag share ofthe.nearly $1 billion cash transfer program..- the $1 billion blended creditpto~ ·. '. '~t,'..c" NEW court decision concerning cargo However, a court battle folgram which combines several · Gardner, Robein & Healy preference and is fighting for a , , · · f fi . k . 2540 9-rn Avenue, SUtte.400 favorable ruling in another pref- lowed. Cash transfer IS a pro- types o nancmg .pac ages m Metairie, ta, 10002 gram where instead of using arranging aid _ for foreign naTele. t1 (504) 885-9994 erence issue this. month. NORFOLK, vA: A United States District Court traditional foreign aid to supply tions. Again the administration .. cost or · ,ree " d"t' "d · ., 1 PeterK.Babalas&Associates,P.C. judge . ruled that.. the govern- 1ow commo I 1es or sa1 ' cargo pre,erence regu ac su11e 7oo Atlenlic National sank Bldg. 415 Saint Paul's aouievard ment's cash transfer program · grants for specific purchases, tions did not apply. However, · IIy gives · I sraeI a merehant marme · supporters arNorfolk, Va_ 23510 Tele. ti (804l 622.;i100 with Israel is not covered by t he U. S . b as1ca cash grant to use as it sees fit. gued .that because the governcargo preference regul!_!,tions. . . PHILADEIJ>HIA,.PA . Kir_sctlne_r, Walters; Willig~Latelast year theal'lininistration .The ·. court ruled the program ment has a hand,.in the financiqg . V,:einber;;j & Dempsey Suite 110 unilaterally tried to circumvent · does not fall under cargo pref- of the sales, the 1954 Cargo 1429 Walnut Slreel . Philadelphia, Pa. 19102 ·· -the law by declaring the pro~ erencelaws. The decision may . Preference Act applies. Tele- # (215) 56!J.8900. , gram did. not requir¢ a 50 per- be appealt;d. · ;;Li:::s. ~; . CL -Company/Lakes L . -Lakes .NP. · ....,..lfllR Priority . . SEP1'-.:1~29, 1984 '"- ··. Dispatchers Report for Great Lakes 'TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP Port Algopac ............. _... , .... Port 21 3 1 5 2 0 ; Algonac, .. : .. _... ·•· ....... ,_,, Port Algonac., ................ _.. 3 -2 0 13 11 3 Port ,,Algonac. .. . . • .. . . . .. . . . .. . . . TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups . • · ·Clau CL • c_1a,s L Class NP . DECK DEPARTMENT 0 . 21 8 •· ENGINE _DEPARTMENT 7 6 ·0 STEWARD DEPARTMENT · 6 2 \0 ENTRY DEPARTMENT o o ·o Tele. #{314) 23_1•7440 . **REGISTERED ON BEACH All-Groups Class CL Clan L, Class NP 35 5 4 SAN FRANCISCO,. CALIF. John Paul Jennings •: · Henning, Walsh.& A!lchie 100 Bush_Street, Suite 440 5"" Frahcisto, Calif. 9411>4 Tele. ti (415) '981-4400 •. ·. "' 6 1 2 Oaw>li; Robeils, Rei<I, 4 - 1 . 13 31 Totals All Departnients .'...-. . .. 42 18 4 34 15 . 0 85 · *"Tofaf R~glstered'' means the number of men who actually registered for shlppirig at the port last month. '*"Registered on .the _Beach:' means the total number of men registered at the port at !he end of last monlh. 12 / -LOG I Octobe.r :;; . - 1984 . ST.J.!)UIS, !,10. Gnlenberg, Sounders & .Levine Suite 905-Chemical Building 721 OIi¥$ Street . st Louis. Missouri ~101; 15 13 25 20 SEATTLE, WASH. A!>l~ & l.','.acker . 2()1 Elliott Avenue West, Suite 500 Seattle, Wash. 961.19 Tele, ti (206) 285-3610 TAMPA,·FLA. Hamilton & Douglas, p_ A. 2620 West Kennedy Boulevard .Tampa, Florida 33609 Tel$. ti (813) 879'9842 �.Seafarers . ... ...,"~~~"·,.~~bp< . •)- HARRY LONI>EBERG SCHOOL •{0 OF SEA.MANSHIP ;' "s,,AMM••"''''tt . Piney Point Maryland· Union. Education Integral Part of the Curriculum at SHLSS 1'.he SIU and the . ·Seafarers Officials at SIU Headquarters in Harry: Lundebeig School of Camp Springs, Maryland. . .. . . Seamanship realize the · The intent of this program is to . importance of . keeping our continue to build a better member~ip infori11ed. While relationship based on . trust, attending. upgrading courses at · openness, sharing of information SBLSS, aU SIU members attend and EE,~ded upon a firm belief in Union Education for one week .. the democratic process between the · SIU members and their The purpose of this program is to leadership.l!ach member is asked . p~ovide the membership an to evafoate this program and oppwmnity . to review the goal~ and, .ol>jectives 't/f the; Seafarers · through their suggestions .. the Union Education program · is SIU President Frank.Drozak discusses union policiei(with recertifylng aosuns International Union (Atlantic, constantly imp.roying .. as a part of their Union Education at SHLSS. Gulf, Lakes and 1nlahd Waters Districts) with elected Union -- ' - ' ' The Nautical Science Certlfit:ate · . . Success at SHLSS were· chosen, to. meet the- needs·. and interests of seafarers. In order to complete the requirements for · the ·certificl).te, a stud ent · must first possess a strong maritime vocational b,ackground. An eligib,l¢ .·.student· selects and · •.':'Si"'fci?s · ·. : ·,, ,, acer · ' e · ·college a " , : •· J.:i. ·'. ,BIO 150 PolliJUon Coofrol. ln , Marine lndu$tries CDP 121 ·1ntrod11ct1on to Shipboard Microcomputers . . MTH 108 Introduction to College Math . . . MTH HO College Mathematics GRY 105 Earth, Sea and Man B",:1 · · .Un led S at s !lOOl'!!P,hY, . .. co . •. . • .. · . fj.,,itdlf; ..#.' :, ses ,iste ' below (only one, Math arid one These coµrses can be applied as Associate . · h y · ·course. · · b.e ....well ;reward. .an.... ···.G ~Ojtfll.P, _may -,,,."M' < ,.• , ...,;in.Arts . ,,,..~,.... ·,. 1 selected1, ··.· ·. ·· · · •··•· . .Degree fro1n Qh'a:rles ,c~untf"' ; ~• · · · · · Community College. F'SY 107 App Ile«;(; 1.noustria.l . For more information contact Psychology . . . / , , the .College Programs ;()ffiq:, · BAD 122 Personal Financial · · Seafafo.r,sH.ar.:."". J;.µp:deb~tg,:School- • •Management . . "' . . BAD 112 Government, Business of· S.earilanshlp.; Piney .:{>oint, ' and Latwc Maryland 20674. . . -Seaf,trerS ,l;ieense P!r()'g~an1 . ~ 1~~ 0 •'-: - - ' ~·'·. f Congratulations go to Richard Robertson who recently receiVed his. Nautical Science Certificate. ·· ., In keeping wi.th the philosophy ' succ;essfi.illy completed,· the of meeting the students' needs at lreqairemellts . for the .·. Nautical afl levels, the . Seafarers Harry Science Certificate. The Nauticlll. Science program Lundeberg School of Seamanship was created at the request of the offers .a variety of educational SIU and all the courses are taught opportunities. Ul:).der a contract on the· SBLSS campus. The 21 between the Seafarers Harry credit-hour program can be Lundeberg School and Charles County Community College,. completed withing. six . to ten weeks with. about .half of· the Lundeberg students _have · the opportunity to earn a.certificate in stud~nts completing ·the program . in less' than five weeks; due fo · Nautical Science. Of the 12 previous accredited courses taken students who have enrolled in the at SBLSS. .. program since the fir~t class met in The C!)Urses for the program January • 1984, ten. have The first sti:P" ~#11,t.ers ~hould. the fu.11 ~~uir(!d ~atime bef~re · titlce rn their quest for.:a license as you start your application process. · Towboat operator, Towboat · It is suggested, if you selected to engineer, Master or Mate Freight · go for.a license; that you obtain i · and Towing Vessel or original 3rd U.S.C.G. · application form afti:r ·· or 2nd. Unlimited mate or you have illl<)ut2/3 oftlre n:gwred · Engineer, mi:ist be . to submit a seatime, and · get ..the n ~ compltted United States Co:ist signatures (Master, • Chief Guard (CJ.$:G:;Gf application at· Mate/OuefEngineer and one other their nearest cU.S,C:~, effi.~e in : Mate or Engineer) on the next order to determine th~;e,Ugi~il#f ·; .severiif boa'ts ·or ships. When you to sit for the desired license. . ;<· '. submit tll:e appiii:lltion. to the u.,s,C.G., ask for some prot>f tlia.t Recentarticfos in the LOG have addressed the problems some you are eligible to sit for .the students face by reporting .to examina~on, ~d bring this .-,ith SHLSS • without ~•the•· proper . you ·to Pmey Point. · · character . reference on thei.r. · The licerose. is tough U.S.C.G. applicatfonform. These there is no time· alloted for· signatures must be obtained, .by confusi~n as to your eligi~ility to the seafarer, on board ship before. sit. Any effon you make, prior to he submits his license application. f°eporring to Piney Point, to properly These sigmttures can , be apply and produ,ce the seatime obtained .at anytime ari~Lyou do requirements will reward you with not have to wait until you have the maximum. time for study. course ana · October 1984/LOG/13 ( -· �, Underway Replenishment · ·sfu & SHLSS Preparing for the Future · The . Seafarers . International Replenishment {UNREP). Tpe Union has long been aware of the course is one week long and is a need for cargo-shipping capacity . required part of the Bosun, for . the resupply of forces Quartermaster, Third Mate and deployed overseas in remote AB programs .. locations, particularly during The ;first day of the course is pepods of national emergency. In spent in the dassroom with an response to this need, the Navy introduction to Replenishment at hastncluded, .as a key element of ·sea, . a description of the ship, the. 'rapid deployment force UNR.EP command and control, concept; a Navy Controlled Fleet highline transfer method, fueling operated by a civilian crew. This at sea method and additional . program coQSists of. eight SL-7 repienishment methods. The qass · ~ontainer ships · which are · following .:lays consist of UNREP ~mg converted to a cargo practice while tied to the pier, · configuration · .specifiq.lly assigning crew to all stations, designed to facilitate the .rapid reassigning qew 'to man new · loading arid unloading of military stations, ·· and actual underway equipment~ fuel, personnel, and replenishment at sea. . . · supplies while the ships are . SIU men:il!.ers have just · I uriderwa{ Four of the ships have completed participation in an been converted· and are SW Underway :Replenishment exercise The rendezvo.us position or the Underway Replenishment Is plotted with contracted vessels. Th~ are: the which was held jn the Pacific the wind and sea direction being a prime f11ctor by ,am Moore who 1.s presently: enrolled In the Master Mate Freight ar,d Towing cc:,µrse. Algol, the Capella, the Antares ·Ocean. This Military Se.alift and the Bellatrix. Command exercise was designed Here · at the Seafarers Harry a comprehensive test of · Lundeberg School of Seamanship underway replenishment we are ttainin:g Seafarers in the methods. This test was rated · tei;hniques of Underway ex.;:ellent by M~C and the, Navy. i . I as A special;'sea detail .for l!N'REP is set by Quartermaster students Paul Bllf.lnQton, on the:\Y~ilel; and Robert Enke. C11ptalh Tom Doyle oversees · the operation.. · ', .aridge .,. . As lhe Bosun Recertification class prepares the lines, the Earl "Bult" Shepard beainil lo make. its approach on the receiving vessel, .which Is on a steady course anil .speed. Once alOngS!de It maintains station on the receiving ship by using amall COUIS8 and speea changes. ·· · ln the engine room, preparations are also being made prior to coming alongside the receiving vessel by Norman Walzer, Engineer. • I .I t4!LOG-t.Octooer 1984 ' -- .. -~- -··-·~-~-~I �---------- - ---- - - - Once alongside the receiving vessel, at a distance between 80 - 150 feet, a weighted light line called a "Bolo" is sent over to the receiving crew. This line is used to receivEl the messenger line,;to which the high ll11e; a11d the phone and t_he distance lines are attached. ( .- The 55 gallon drum is hauled aboard the receiving vessel by means of the in-haul line, and is kept about 8 feet above the water during the transfer. -After the distance line is.received, it is made fast to the receiving vessel and is used by the delivery ship to maintain the proper separation beiween vessels. · Upon completing the transfer of all cargo, :tlie rig is then_ prepared to be_ sent back to the delivery ship by reversing the process of how it _was received aboard. -! ,. ' ' I, ' .......,..:• Aff!lr the 5 inch manila highlin·e .is _attached to the kingpqst ·ab_oard the receiving vessel, a:55 gallon drum is prepared to be sent across.- back on board, it Is made up and stowed for-the -- · Octooer 1984 / LOG / 15 \ -, l ~-- - "" ------- ~----~· . ::, ' ,_-_-__ ':_ - - ----~--- �, -·. · Upgrading Course Schedule · ..(•} .. ' 't-<f.'l-'l 1.1.JIV~~,I# . , ,0~Sf:AMM,.,.y.«, I . · 1 . •·. • }.. l.ulVb;,-.,/1 ~~l'-~\l.'i NoVember1984 ThroUgh January19~5.,,{ Programs ~eare.d to lmpr~ve Job Skills -; · · And Promote U.S. Maritime Industry Following are the updated course • schedules for· November 1984 through January 1985 at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship.. . 0 /,'sr.,,MAN'>y.'q_' i Recertification Programs Check-In Completion For convenience of the membership, the course schedule Date Date Course ·. is separated Into five categories: engine · department Steward Recertification January 25 · March 4 courses; deck department courses; steward department ' courses; recertification programs; adult. education courses. The starting and completion dates for all courses are also listed. ln!and Boatmen and deep sea Seafarers who are preparing · to upgrade are· advised to enroll in the courses of their Check-In/. choice· as early as· possible. Although every effort will be made to help every member, classes will be limited in Completior:a Lengtti of · ·· . . . . · size-so· sign up early. Date · ·•.. Co.urse · Course Class schedules may be_ changed to reflect membership November 2 Developmental Studies October 29 demands. · · SIU Representatives in all ports will assist members in preparing applications. The following courses wm need to be taken either before .. The following classes will be held through January '1985 as or after an upgrading course or with firefighting, C.P.R. and ·.· listed below: · 'First Aid. · Adult Education Courses. ·Engine Upgrading Courses · ,~~ _ 9h~ck-ln , .Q~pl!!i_on.,. ~,.•,..:~,/!!fl'. Y""'Cb'tirse Date Date~'''~';'fc;,.c~,L,;;:;.,;"?~'"'»,-~'L ==-='---'-------,'-=.=,~----=::.==--,-'--,--C-. Welding Puinproom Maint. & Operation . .· ·M~rlhe. Elect 1 .:Maintenance Ccmveyorman· Third Asst. Engineer November 2 January 4 January 4 January 4 January 4 December 7 February 22 --.._, . ,..·...:~_... ; ·: ....v•;·:;·'8,?',:J.t~~.''.'&;.~~.J:"'~.:~~-·~,~''.;.iii,;!5_·_-.-:,_i•'. ' ' '~ I '' February 8 March 15 Monday Through Friday Only . / Depart Lexington Park 6:20A.M. Arrive Washington D.C; · 8:20 A.M. .• Course Celestial Navigation/ Master/Mate F.T. Celestial Navigation/ Third Mate Celestial Navigation/ Towboat Operator. ·Flrst"'Class Pilot Quartermaster Check-In Date Completion Date November 9 December 14 Novemb.er 9 December 14 November 9 December 14 January 4 January 11 March1 March·1 Steward Upgrading Courses Course Check-In/ Completion . Length of Date Course Assistant Cook Cook and Baker Chief Cook Chief Steward . bl-weekly bl-weekly bi-weekly monthly 16 / LOG I October 1984 I ' ... . Bu.s Sche,dule · March 8 Deck Upgrading· Courses.· . (GED) High School Open-ended !:quivalency Program (ESL) English as a Second Language ... O.pencen(;:led (ABE) Adult Basic Education · Open,ended · varies varies varies varies . Depart Washington, D.C. ·4:30 A.M. 5:55P.M .. · Arrive Le~lngton Park 6:15 A.M. 7.55 P.M. •. The Gold Line Bus is the only bus which travels between Washington D.C. and the nearest bus stop in Lexington Park. This bus.line travels Monday through Friday only. It is necessary to take a cab from Lexington Park to ·the Seafarers Harry lundeberg School of Seamanship in Piney Point. · · The Gold Line Bus Station js located at 12th and, New York, Northwest, D.Q., Telephone Number in Washington, D.C.:"(202) 479:,5900 The Go.Id Line Bus Station I~ located ln,Lexlngton Park at the A&P G~ry. Fare: $10.30 (One Way) ·. · ' Friendly cab Company, Lexington Park, Marylan<l Telephone Number: 863-8141 · Fare from Lexington Park to SHLSS Is: $11.00 (1 or 2 occupants) one way. I I I �Apply. Now. for an SH LSS Upgrading:.,Course I , Seafarers Harry Lundeberg Sc,hool of Seamanship · · Upgrading Application Name (frrst) (Casi) Date of Birth (Middle) •• •• .•• MoJDay/Year Address ________~------'---..==-------------;-;-,--,,--,==--..,-(Slreel) (City) (Apt. # or Box.#) TelephonE! _"'(A"',~ea=ca~d"'e"'J--~--- · (ZlpCode) (State) Inland Waters Member • Deep Sea Member 0 ~ Lakes Member D Pacific • Social Security 11 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Book 11 - - - - ' - - - ~ - - - - Seniority _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ .• ...•• •• • Date Book Port Presently . Wasfasued ________~· Port lssued ________~Reglstered In _________ •• •• • ••• • Endorsement(s) or License(s) Now. H e l d - - - , , - - - - - ~ - - ' - - - - - - - - - - ~ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - . Are·you a graduate of the SHLSS Trainee Program: 0 Yes •• ••• • ••• • •• .:.'"...'"..Ml!- 1.l lij!ilQI No D (If yes, fl.II In below} •• • Yes No • CPR: • Yes No • l Am Interested in the Following Course(s) C,hecked Below or lndlcated·Here if Not Listed - - - ' - - - - - ~ ••• ••• ••• •• •• • •• DECK I .••• •• ' •• •• L FlrefighUng: ~•i''1lliM~f11IJ1'1Jt.rlifrre-,ifrii"[@'~-~'4,,y,i1t fi n111ir ~,r~~.,~$1 ' ' ,, •• •• •• •• ••• •• •• • ••• • ••• • ••• ••• •• • FOWT QMED-Aoy Rating ; 0° Mlirin'4i Electronics · '• Marine Electrical Maintenance D Pumproom Maintenance & Opara!IQn Automation Malnlel'ance of Shipboard Relrlgaralloi. Syslema o. Qlatel Engines 0 A!lllslant Englnaa,r (Unlnspectad Motor V•uel) • Qhlei'Englneer (Unlnspacted ,. •. • • • .·• MOtor Vessel . D Third' Asst. Engineer (Motor Inspected)· Third Male Radar Observer Unlimited D A..lslanl Cook 0 Cook & Baker • Chief Cook Steward Towboat. Inland C0ok • .• · complete the course• ••• ••• .•· 'o Adul.1 Bu.I.c Educall~n (ABE) · High School Equlvalency 1 Program (GED) Developmental Studies ... . ~. English as a Second Language (ESL) • Nautical Science Certificate Program Scholarshlp/Work Program • ' •• •• ••• •• •• ••:: • ••• •• •• •• .• • .••• • ' •• ••• •• . •: • ••• •• ••• •• •• ' • ••• ,-. .•. .• COLLEGE PROGRAM • • •• •• • ••• ••• •• ADULT l:DUCATION DEPARTMENT • • ..••• ••' • 0 Welding . D Llfeboalman STEWARD No transportation WIii be paid unless you present · original receipts and successfully ••• • .• • • ' ••• •• ALL DEPARTMENTS ENGINE 0 Tankerman O AB Unlimited AB. Lim.lied . 0 A.B Special • D Quartermaster • Towboat Operator Inland. • Towboat Operator .Nol More Than 200 MIies o 1)>Wb<>al Operator (Over 200 MIies) • Celestial NIIYlgallon . D Master lnsp~ad T0wln1i>V1tl@il o Mate lnapeclad Towing Veuer· D 1st Class.PIiot . D Third Male Celestlal-.Navlgatlori . •• Yes '' DoyouholdaletterofcompletlonforLlfel:ioat: • ·Yes No • ••• •• • •• ...•• · Course(s)Taken _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _--,-_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ •: ' • .••• •• •• • (dates am,naear • •• •• • •• • •• Trainee Program: From ______,==·.to Have you attended any St:ILSS Upgrading Courses: •• •• • •• No D (if yes, fill in below) ,, • ••• •• •• • ••• •• ••• •• RECORD OF EMPLOYMENT TIME'-(Show only·a.mount need,f?d to Lipgrl(c;le In rating n.oted ab.ove pr attach letter of service, Whichever is applicable,) · · ·· · · · VESSEL RATING HELD DATE SHIPPED . DATE 01:' DISCHARGE ••• ••• ••• • .•.• . • ••• •• ••• •• .SIGNATURE_-"------------,--- D1>.TE _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _- - ' - - - - RETURN COMPLETED APPLICATION TO: Seafarers Harry Lundeberg Upgrading Center, Plney,Point, MD. 20674 -Y~ic.••:..•.:._1ii, .................................................. ~ ............_............ ~.--····································· ,_;::,::;;..- October 1984 /LOG/ 17 .'R �~---.Area Vi.ce. Presidents' "ep_ort-·_-.-----,-,Great ·Lakes & Western Rivers, by V.P. Mike Sacco Gulf Coast, by V.P. Joe Sacco O help resolve our differences WITH harvest time upon us, with Dixie Carriers, we are activity on the western rivpursuing a regular dialogue with ers is picking up and more work is the company. As the strike. goes available for our members. into its 19th month, we are also Also, politically, we've been gearing up for the Missouri govcontinuing our legal fight in court against the company. This Union ernor's race in which we're strongly has a case pending against Dixie supporting Democrat Kenneth in a Texas district court. Rothman. . However, the outcome of a.NaIn .mid-September Democratic tional Labor Relations Board presidential nominee Walter Mon(NLRB) case in New Orleans is a · dale came to St. Louis and met perfect example of the anti-union with representatives from the varattitudes so prevalent during this ious unions, including the SIU, Reagan administration. The SIU did. not agree with the decision . before speaking at the city's Washington University. This Union is reached by the NLRB's regional director in New Orleans concerning solidly in back of the Mondale-Ferraro ticket, and I strongly urge all. unfair labor practice charges that we had brought against •Dixie our members to get out and vote on Nov. 6. .. Carriers. The Union, therefore, appealed the decision to the NLRB At the end of September the Missouri State AFL-CIO-held its in Washington, D.C. The appeal was denied. · biennial convention in Kansas City. SIU Representative Mike Dagon On a positive note, I'm happy to report that a staunch congressional. attended the convention. He reports that Joan Mondale, wife of supporter of the SIU, Lindy Boggs (D-La.), won a tough primary Walter Mondale,' spoke to the delegates as did AFL-CIO President race last month. I want.to thank the SIU meni.bership for their hard Lane Kirkland. work on the part of Rep. Boggs. Up on the Great Lakes, d_eep-draft shipping is slowing down a bit All over the Gulf we're very involved in the political scene. For : with the cold weather coming in. SIU-contracted American Steamship instance, in :fy[obiie we have set up phone banks in the hall, and our Co. has brought in th·e self-unloader Adam Cornelius. and Kinsman members ·are calling people and asking them to vote for Walter is bringing in the Merle McCurdy, a grain ship. · · Mondale .. Also, out of Mobile we are throwing our support behind On our.'Great Lakes tug and barge equipment, employment is Democrat Frank McRight who is running for Congress for the first holding up. well. SIU-contracted Dunbar. and 'Sullivan completed tim('): lie is running 1n the first Congressional District of Alabama. projects in Fairport, OhiQ and. Conneat1t, Ohio .and has , begun a Iri Jacksonville, the first time, we were heavily involved in harbor deepening job in Eastlake, Ohio. Around the middle· of this ;, l6c,1l politics and our efforts were qui_te successful. In recent elections month, the company is scheduled to begin a large dredging project there we supported five judges. Three of them won and the other · in Point Mouillee, Mich . .two are s,cheduled for runoff elections. · . Luedtke Engineering has started a job in.Ogdensburg, N.Y. and ;.'· Concerning tug and barge contracts in the Gulf; a very good was also declared low -bidaet<on a $6. ni.illioii breakwater repair ·.agreement. with G&H Towing in Texas has been ratified by the project in Musk~gon, Mich. That work is expected to begin around members.. Meanwhile; negotiations are continuing with Moran of the middle of October. ·· . • Texas. •· · ' · Our 'SIU-contracted dredge North1d-ly Island (NAT.CO) has com~ JnNewOrleai1swearepreparingfornegotiationsonanewcontract pleted the initial part of a project in Saginaw Bay, Mich. and has ,.. . w\~~ pe~t_ll;, Q~e~n Stt~a_piboat com aIJy which. owns the pa~s.engeL,"l'!Aoved•.lJ:> T~ledo, Qhi~i!"ii~.ife. ~~~-beginning a .hafbOJ:•ife~ning '. ,-..,, .. sr'~h(p's"''M'1~1.ffl°pjtl~~n,an~•![?elta ..~Ue!ln."flFlie e~11}.;a:c ,e*pI~~~J~~tfeil'lfn1h'fflJffimna lS sffl &ih!ltioltom;• .·• I 4 --..·. t.o~ : Dec. 30. Also, negotiations are continuing in New, Orie.ans with Gulf . ·. · West Coast by V.P George McCartney ·Atlantic Transporation Co. That agreement expires at the end of this · ' · · 0 month. · · · . :~et~: T for 0 t .·. T.::~: 1 ::~Jt;fu~ East .Coa$tjby V.P, Leontt~U . ,,,... mtirith. Qrre'was politic1i"~~d the ···· other was ·skilled seamanship. ' · LL aiong the East Coast there On the political front, we've been · is a good deal of activity with . veryacHv~ up' and down-tl:ie Coast ·our tug an,c.kbarge contracts. .attending rallies for Walter Mon, In Noifollcthe:,'\.llie<;!Jnhmdancl"'. ,, dale and Geraldine Ferraro, the . J~.¢;. A!Jitd\G.da?tal contracts. were Democratic nominees for presi' Overwhelmingly ratified. dent and vice-president tespecAlso in that port, negotiations tively and the candidates tins Union is supporting. are ~tarting with the Association of Virginia Pilots, which represents . ;'\l~'O: 111' 'California's Orange launch operators. and shoreside County on 1.,abor Day, the SIU personnel, and with the Associawas outin full force at Mile Square Park, the site of the official kicktion of Maryland Pilots. Both con-• off of the Reagan re,eJeetion campaign. SIU members along. with Oct.' 31. their sisters'and brothers in their affiliated union, th.e united Industrial tracts/expire _In Norfolk negotiations are conWorkers, numbered 400 at the dc;monstration. Tbey carried their tinuing with Northeast Towing. grasssoots political signs as well as signs protestingReagan's policy In Philadelphia, Baltimore and Norfolk contract negotiations are on tariff denials. · ' . also continuing with Curtis Bay and McAllister. . Later that afternoon we were at the Long Beach Airport to welcome Concerning deep sea news, the SIU-contracted Pride of Texas Mondale and Ferraro to.Southern California. . (Titan Navigation) was crewed up in Norfolk in the middle of All over the West Coast our grassroots volunteers are participating · September. The ship had been lai<;I up .for three weeks for repairs in in. voter registration drives and get-out:the-vote campaigns.: In the .the Newport News Ship arid Dr}'dock. . · Seattle ~all volunteers have aiso made close to 75,000 sigil,"s .for the Off the coast of Virginia,. al: Lynnhaven Anchorage, the SIUMondale-Ferraro campaign. ccmtracted Keystone State (lnterocean Management) continues to go * * * through ·her round~the~clock i:icercises using her' ,heavy~lift cranes in Turniligl6Iny second news item this month, I'm proud to announce · "at-sea" conditions. This IO-year old vessel was recently converted that two ofour Seafarers are going to Geneva, Switzerland to receive by the Navy as the first of 11 heavy-lift crane ships under charter to a covetous award-the United Nation's Nansen Medal for ,saving the Military Sealift Command. refugees. The Seafarer.s, both ABs and both out of Seattle, are Jeff ,,, In Baltimore in the middle of September the SIU supplied the Kass and Greg Turay. The award they will receive was first. given to , security :at a .rally for Geraldine Ferraro, the Democratic nominee Eleanor Roosevelt in 1954 for her work with. World WarUr.e.fpge:es. for vice president. This Union is strongly supporting Mondale and · (A full story on the award will appear in an upcoming issue ofJhc; LOG.) . . .Ferraro· in the upcoming election on Nov. 6. ·A· on ,.,. '''"" · 18 / LOG / October 1984 • .• �While he must .sign his riame on ' the first line of the upper lefthand corner of the mailing envelope, and print his name and book number · _ · on the second line, the secrecy of the ballot-which is encased in an unmarked ballot envelope-is complete. No ballot will be opened for counting until all envelopes containing valid ballots have first been opened, the ·ballot envelope removed intact, and all ballot envelinclude with the request the adopes mixed together. In· no way , dress where they want the ballot will there be any coJJ,nectfon beto be mailed. Once he receives his ballot and · tween the mailing envelope-:-containing the member's namC-:.and envelopes, the member's vote bethe ballot. envelope or the ballot comes completely secret since, af. itself. ter he marks his ballot in secret, he inserts it into the envelope Ballots will be counted by a marked "Ballot," seajs it and places rank-and~file Union Tallying Comit into the mailing envelope already mittee consisting of two members addressed to the bank depository, . elected from each of the Constiseals the mailing envelope and mails tutional Ports. They will be elected it. in December. Voting Procedures, Sample Ballot, 'Other Information for 1984·General Election of Officers, 1985--1988 Seafarers International· Union Atlantic,.Gulf, Lakes· & Inland Waters District S able to members who believe they ecret ballots, for the election will be at. sea during the voting of officers and job holders for · the term 1985-1988, will be availperiod and unable to secure a bal• lot. Requests for absentee ballots able to members of the Atlantic, must be made by registered or Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters certified mail .postmarked no later District of the Seafarers Internathan midnight, Nov. 15 and must tional Union of North America be delivered no latertlian Nov. 25, from Nov. l through Dec. 31. The 1984. The requests must be mailed ballot will contain the names of all to the Secretary-Treasurer's office qualified candidates .as was determined by the Union's Credentials · at SIU Headquarters in Camp Springs, Md. Seafarers requesting Committee and membership in acabsentee ballots are cautioned to cordance with the Union's Constitution. The election will be conducted Notice On Unopposed Candidates by a mail ballot as provided by the One part of the article of the SIU any such candidate. mittee shall not be required to tally Union's Constitution. Secret balcompletely (he results of the voting Constitution which deals with .rules The entire section, contained in lots, togethe( with self-addressed, for' elections concerns the election for such unopposed candidate but stamped envelopes fol: mailing, will of candidates who life unopposed . Article XID, Section 5(a) of the SIU shall cel'lify in their report, that be available to full-book members Constitution, reads as follows: for office. The section states that such unopposed candidate has been in good standing at union halls. those candidates who are unopposed "A candidate unopposed for any elected to such office or job. The A, full list of cities and street for any office or job shall be conoffice or Job shall be deemed elected Election Report Meeting shall ac• addresses -where ballots will be to such office or job notwithstanding cept the above certijication of the sidered elected to that office or job, available ~ccompanies this story. and that the Tallying, Committee that bis name may appear on the Union Tallying Committee witftout Election procedures are spelled · shall not have to count the votes for ballot •. The Union Tallying Com- change." out in detail in Article XIII of the SIU Constitution which is printed· in thi,s speci<ll suJ:)plement of.the:_, ,3 . , ,.· " · , .,,,, .. ,,.,•·,, <.,,,,,,,·· . , : ,;,,,; · ~lhs;,;\t.~ ·'?£' ~ -J.;.,-;; • _.. , !c~:~~.-:k~"',.--·,··*~·_;.~,~~-~"J'"'··ct•.\-.~"'- ··"'·~>·""~~,i~.itc4f" f' ;~~&.. __,;:.- _ . ~~;p•-.,-~•-_"s.;,,_,i~~/'Ot;r'-~'f~f4-':"!.v'l!..~•~~----,.. ~,r. . _.-·'-1'% · Seafarers may pie up eir bal· · lots and mailing envelopes from 9 ;a.m. until noon, Monday through · 'Satqrifliys, ex~pt on Jegiµ, holi"". days; at any of the designated port.city locations from Nov. 1 through Dec ..31. ,.,,.,.. . . Mailing envelopes containing ballots must be .postmarked no later than Midnighto'December 31, 1984 and must .be received by, Jan 5, . 1985. • Only full-book members in good standing are eligible to vote. Each member must present his b.ook to the port agent or the. agent's designated representative when the member secures his ballot, his _ballot envelope and a postage-paid, pre-addressed envelope in ·which to return the ballot envelope con- . taining the ballot. When the memc ber receives ·his ballot, his book will be stamped with the word "voted" and the date. The top part of the ballot above the perforated line will be retained by the port agent. In cases where a member does not produce his book, or ,where there is a question about his being.· · in good standing or otherwise eligible to vote, the. member will receive a mailing envelope of a difc ferent color marked with the word "challenge," an_d his book shail be stamped "Voted Challenge" and the date. Absente.e ballots will be availi)?, -i-l~• i / ;.k_,. ~,,• ., - ', I I October 19S4 /LOG/ 19 i , '' .I �/ - ; ELECTION NOTICE OF 1 984 ELECTION' FOR ELECTION- OF 1 985-1 988 OFFICERS AND CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENTS Election will be conducted by secret mail ballot. Ballots may be obtained at the following locations from 9:00 A.M. to 12 Noon, Mondays through Saturdays, excluding holidays, during the voting period: The voting period shall commence on November 1st, 1984 and shall continue through December 31st, 1984. VOTING LOCATIONS BAI.Tl MORE Cl.EVELAND DETROIT.. (ALGONAC) . DULUTH GLO.UCEST.ER HONOLULU 1216 E. _Baltimore Street, Baltimore, MD 21202 1290 -Old River Road, Cleveland, OH 44113 520 St. Clair River Drive, Algonac, Ml 48001 705 Medical Arts Building, Duluth, MN 55802 1 1 Rogers Street, Gloucester, MA 01930 .· 707 Alakea Street, Honolulu,- HI 96813 HOUSTON 1221 Pierce Street, Ho·usfon, TX noo2 JACKSONVILLE 3315 Liberty Street, Jacksonville, FL 32206 ' JERSEY CITY 99 Montgomery Street, Jersey City, NJ 07302 MOBILE 1640 Dauphin Island Parkway, Mobile, AL 36605 · 630 Jackson .Avenue, NEW ORLEANS New Orleans, LA 70130 f\lEW YORK NORFOLK PHILADELPHIA PHILIPPINES (SUBfC BAY) PIN EY POINT PUERTO RICO (SANTURCE) SAN FRANCISCO . SEATTLE ST. LOUIS WILMINGTON -· ..... . ; , 675 Fourth Avenue, Brookiyn 1 NY 11232 115 Third Avenue, Norfolk, VA 23510 2604 South Fourth Street, Philadelphia, PA 19148. 2348 Rizal Ave., E. Bajac Bajac, Olongapo City (Subic Bay), · R. Philippines C-2201 St. Mary's County, Piney Point, M D 20674 1057 Fernandez Juncos, Stop 16, Santurce, PR 00907 35IJ Fremont ,Streel, San . Francisco, CA 94105 · 2505 First AVffflue,. �Ille, WA 98121 4581 Gravois Av�nue, St. Lotis. MO 63116 408 Avalon Boulevard, Wilmirigton, . CA 90744 • ·;c.,. .. :.''..~ . ~ .• .......· : SIU Constitution · R·u/es on Elee.tion _•; ._:: ..- ., : - -, _ �,{1 : i , .. ,_ .;. ., , , , J4lrtlcle ·�111 . . . . , . Headqu�ers is •located. It shaUcimsist , of six (6) full book _ .., Sedlon 3: Ballollng P<Ocedun,s,., . ' j,, , ; . ' . membery m-attendan�e_: at t�e me�tmg_,.wit� tv,,q (�) me�qe:rs s _. E�lo_n,, _Offi�, ffea¥1quarter . , _.:- ·.:· ;•:-.-.-. ,: ,.,,r: :;._- :·>:•'f1.'Y ·· •1� --,;�;;,:�i�l.Jilf:-<oJ(vJ_ 11:.:, · .: . to be elected from each of the De9_k , t:11��, "!'a .�.tr•(li,roJ' �preaenfli!IY.es, Port Agents and -Patrolmen i!1..,.. . . J,),: B �Q� 1n ,lliF,11,!"!111�f'�.�re�•'l1(P,ro:Ytd�d. , s�£�. ,· Departments.-No ·officer;Headquatters. . .R_epresenta.t1ve, . _ Pgrt . me_nce _ on ,· Novem6er· · lst of"the,,.electton: year-,;,and1-:stiall:-r(,.Secbon- l. Nonunations. .•·· .· . , . . . ' ;\gent o�.. Pa contiitu� through December 3lst,,ex.clusive of Sund�ys'.a1i\li'·' E�cept as provided in Section 2, (b) of this Article, any .. •trolman, or .sandidate'ofor i>ffice -or 'the job of He"'!q!'arters Rep�sentat1�•• Port �gent or Patrolman; �hall (f?.r...•e,c. � i1)dividwd fort) holid�ys lega!l,Y recognized: in the,.,: · full book -member;may submit his name for nomin�tion for ,. . be •!1g1ble·for eleqt1on I? this <;:omm11tee, except as prov1dea City of wliich the PQrt affected 1s locatetl:)f November Isl any office , or theiob of Headquarters Representative, Port for 10.,: _�cJ• X, Section 4. In the ev�nt any committee or December 31st falls on a holiday,lep!l� ,l'J'.cognjzed\iit.att · Agenf or Patrolman, by delivering or causing to be delivered me,:nber 1s un�ble to serve, th� ColJ!m1ttee �hall suspend ·Port in the City iit which that PQrt is. located, the balloting:•-:. in 'pel'.Son,. to the, office of the Secretary-Treasurer at head- . q��{S,:. or. s.end_iµg, - a tetter ,addressed to the- Credentials · 1 , untiLthe ,Pre�s1dent - ?r Executive- V1ce-Pres1�ent, o� the. ., period in su,c�, ��- $h� gomro�n�e �ftJ�rmi.nate:-, ,a_s,thC.ca'se. ·;.1 �'!f"f, ID th�er, ,£,aj- ls �especial m.eell!!B. at . · , . ma.){be lon,l!\i' next,succeed\!!8 bus1Dess·daya S.uruecMo the. · i · e,address · . . , . S.C,C o£the,Secrel!!!;Y."T�surermat Co1DID1ttee,.1D care �tti�-_. 1 . .� �Ja�t?cf���rs�th,u�1� ," ." · _- :·_ m_.1'FS�&ef;Ji#&� u:,� .• -""sro:W&\1ihwi� ,rc1· r. �� �-1'!111 �t�;,�t::fiR�SQ (Qo� •);Jf - '-'·-> t�'fi:�Q1i:f_.Y ,,!i'-,..-:J.,ii:� }f�,� -;��� re � i!:" _ li · ... _ _ ·n 1m:oo Offfi��)1uwt. ·efs/�Tfiii�J?fieriij�be . _ _ , _, ;_,. : , _ _ . , < ;;, _ repl;\£f�men1, ! Fhe,. Gomm1ttee's _ resuifs�Hiill _ _ . tle'li;yl' _ m aJorily· �, -theii"tl" _ . al . lie; 1>.0 _ i'l 'i" -"s h 'alF6e _ • o pel, froln'9:00 _ _ A,M. o 12' low , _ _ . _ _ _ . . . · . .. . -: . . · , the: folfowing: _ . , .. .. , . . . _ . .. be_ing reso_lved •by a majority vote of · vot¢;-,witli0�)'. -tie,vore Noon,' Moridayd\fu:ugh Saturdays,' (�}The' Jlame oi' the ¢andidate. . . .. · · _ _ i excluding holidays. t h e membership a t a special meetmg called for tliat p s• (b} _Balloting '111•11 be t,y �•i . The Secl'e.tary-Treasu�� � (b) :Hfs home adclres�.an.d,· ••maili ng address. . ; shall 1DSU,e the proper and timely prep,arat1on of balk)ts\,, ,, . . , . (c) His book number. , ,_., . t:,, .. . . . ·. ,,'! at th�t, Port.:,. :,,-'· ·:,. • , . • . . (d) The !itl� 6� the �c,e' ..or-·...other job for w�ich he .is ii . (b) Aft�r its elecl!On; the Co_mm1ttee shall-imme�iflt�!rJ!� .. witho�t par-iii!Jit)'. as to �dj�a,tes;or:f>'.!,l;i., , 1'1!� li!l!lo'.fsoiii'af mto: · �.ess1011:·_ It: -s�all-. determn�e -• -"'.hether t�e _, �-!8-�..::n. Jl�r; . o!l:�� , ,e��ta!):l}foi;m,!!�,h�4-�.m..t�f$!V�,::�iy:m.�·nts· not . . . -��µdid3;t�, IOcl�dt�)��- J�a,rpe, of the Port . IO the event � sµfi)1)!\t.�;ly� a�f!hcat1on .cprrec�y,and PQS!.��s•,�}he ne e-· mcon.s1stent ·�1th the, prov1s1qns of this CQn slltut1on. All · : t_he PQS1Uon sought 1s 1h,t .of Agent or.Patrolma n_.·. ._,. .... qualified candidates shall be listed thereon_,alphabetically �s'i"'Y, qµ_ali#cat\ODS»The !1;om m1ttee _shall prep� a rePQrt , . .',: . (e) Proof of citizenship. . lisl!"g eac_h apph�ant and his "!><>k,number,.underlhe, ,affice within each category with book number , and job seniority (f) Proof of seatime and/or employme nt as required for . ·· . , ., · · or Job. he is se.C!kmg. Each -app_hcant s_hall be n1arked qualclassification status. . ., . .. _ - ·'.< · : · candidates. The listing of the J)OrtS shall first s et fcn:th !leadquarters a on. is vessel, lie shall' notify . . ified' ' ,or "disqualified" •�cording l9 the findings of the (g) In the event the member .-...·,.,:: "'!d then shall follow, a geographical . l!"l,te,i;n/ c:onimenc!ng the Credentials C�mmitte,e what vessel. h_e is·on. T�is ·· ',\_,J:0�1ttee. Where an,,apphcant has been m31:ked "disgual. with the most northerly port ofth� Atl311t19',Coast, follow1Dg shall be done also 1f he ships subsequent- to forward1Dg / ified, ·· th.� reason _therefor ,must be _stated '!' .the �port. the Atlantic Coast down to the most southerly port on that · ._ his credentials. .. . .•!;-,,, W\>•r�,-• 11.e vg\e hat�•n resolved, by a spec13! meet1D� of co.ast, , th_en,,._westerly aloi;ig the Gulf of Mexico and so .on, (h) Annexing a certificate_·,in the- following form, signep · · �li"�fJ!l�in��,htp, thatfaFt sh_� also be noted, _with suffi�1eQt detail. The report sHall be- signed by 3!1 · _of the Comm,tt�e until the list .of ports .is exhauste d. Any port outside . the a nd dated by the proposed nominee: · . . ·· �nd submitl�d t,o t�e Ports 1,n Con tinental Un ited:.States _shall then be adde.d .. There shall . �.embers, at1d be completed "I hereby certify that I am not now, nor, for the',five (5) ...... ttme,Jor t�e: next_J�gular qiee_t1_1�g after, be no write-in voting and rto provision� for. !he same Shall years last past, have I been either a me:mber ofthe Communist . : ... their �lectton. �t this meeti�g, .,ti.shall J!e f!'•d '.and: 1Dco,por:,ted ID the m1Dutes, appear on the ballot. Each ballot shall be so prepared as to Party or convi�te d of; or served any part of a prison term and then PQste<I on the bull•!i/1 �oard in each port. have the number thereon placed at the top thereof and shall resulting from convictio_n: of robbery, , bribery, extortion, be so perforated as to enable th_at pqrtion containing the said· On . !he las_t day o,f_- n�unu�,tions,: 9!1e ,nember o�, t,�e ..- embezzlement, grand lru:CCny, burglary, arson, violation:.Qf CoI11I11i�tee;�hall s_tand by-_1� H.ea·ctquarter�__ to accept dehvery number tO be easily removed to insure secrecy of the ballot. narcotics laws, murder, _- rape, assault with_ inten t.. Jo kill, ·_of c r�denttals.; � credepttals must _be -II) headquarters ·by On this remov8ble portion shall also be placed a short ass3:�l.t w_hich infli�Js gri�vous bodily inj!Jryi of viola_ti�n- of • . statement indicating the n ature Qf the ballot and the voting ,midrught of tlos1Dg �•Y. . Ill~- of tlie Landrum-Griffin Act, cjr conspiracy to . Tille: II or~-. . . , , (c),W_hen·'an . apphcant has been d1sguahfied by the com' date thereof. commir any' such crimes." _ ·.. mittee, h �· _s hall � �otified immediai'elt t,y teleg1:1m at, tne - (c) The ballots so prepared at the dire�tion ofthe SecretaryDated ;'. , . . . . . . . ... . . . . , . . . :. . . . . . . , . . , . : . , . , . .,, : . . . . , "·addre_sses hst_ed br,h1m-pµrsuantto ��C.�•on I '?f this art1cl�. Treasurer shall be the only official ballpts. No others may Signature ofmemb'e;be used. Each ballot shall be numbered as indicated in the H� shall a_lso be-: �ent a letter ·contain1Dg their reasons for Book No. . . . , . . . , . . . . . . , . . _ . , . . , . . . . , . . _. ; . , . . . . . .• . . . . '1)'. :ijr'Jii.ail; ,speciaj _delivery; registered · · sugh,,di,sq_ualifi�atfon preceding_ p�aphs and shall be numbered con secutively, l'f!nted forms of the certificate shall be made a.vaila/JI% to ',_ .. .. . commencmg with number 1. A sufficient amount _shall be nommees. Where a nomihe_e cannot truthfully _ executC· such_ -...__ or c��ffled,_� t_o. :the - mwl.iµg aj:ld_r�ss d�signated pursuant to printed and distributed to eac)l Port. A ·rec ord of the ballots, a certificate, but is, in fact, legally eligible for an office or . _ Sectioef'f.<b) of Jms �icle . -�_.di�qµalified app\icant shall h_ave the rightto,take, aft' appeal...,,t..o· th,e membership from the both by serial' numbers and amount, sent thereto, shall be . job by reason of the restoration of civil rights originally decision of the Committ ee. He: l4ru1 forward_ copies p{ such maintained by the Sec·retary-Treasurer, who shall also send revoked by such conviction .or. a favorable determination by appeal'to' !"'Ch PQrt, where-the,:appeal_,s_hall be presented and each Port Agent a verification list indicating the amount and the Board of Parole of the 'United States_ Department !>f · Justice, he shall, in lieu of the foregoing certificate furnish voted upon at a regular meetlDg no 11iter than th_e second serial numbers of the ball_ots $ent .. The Secretary-Treasurer meeting aft�r-the C�,:nmittee:s election. It isJhe r_e�PQDSibility shall also send lo eac_h cient amount of. . a �oniplete si�ned statement of the facts oLhis case iogether ,-. - : Port 1,g,ent a suffi • I of the apphca'!-1 to ms�re ll!"�IY,,,,de�verypf his· appeal, In blank-opaque envelopes contanung the word, "Ballot" on wllh true-cop1es of the documents ,suPPQrting his ·st�tement. -. .... any ;event, without J?reJud1ce_ -��: ._his · wntt�J?, .- �ppeal,_ t�e the face of_t_he envelope, as well as a suffici�nt ��urit of Any_ f�ll -b.o'?k member may nomi(iat_e ally otfiEfrfu l�:Qook apphcant may ap�-ar m person ·befo.re the �Qmnuttee withm opaque mailmg envelopes,· first. class postage,_.prep_wd - and_ member m which event such full book member s'p •nom_10ated · tw� days_ aft�r .the: day on which t�e _te!•�'.is sent, to printed on · the face thereon as the · addressee shiili be the shall conlply with the provisions- of thfs Ai:ticle •�they are con;e_ ct )1,i� aJ?phcat10n or argu e for his: quahfi c. ati�n._ name and acf<4"ess of the depository for the -receipt of siach sef forth herein, relating to the s1:,1bMi_ssion Qf-crederttials . By . Tti� <;9mmitt.ee's,:report shall be,ptepared- early:ei:i_���h to ballots as designated by the President in the, manner provided reason of t-be_.abovC· s elf nomin_ation:provisiOn..t�e responsi� set ;,lloW. the _applica�t 'I<? appear.l?efore it within th7 by Article X, Section I, of this Constitution, In the uppe.r bility i( any, for notifying, a _nQniinee of his nomfoation to forth ID this Const1lu!'on,,1Utd �till reac_h the PQrtS ID llmefor left-hand comer of suc_h mailing e nvelope, there shall be office , sh�II be that of the nominator. .. , printed thereon, as . a _ top line, p�vi_s_ioµ -_ for . .the - voter!s . ' ;;- �. '._.,_;, · All documents required herei n must reach headquarters •· - · - <th,� . first� i:e�-��· m�:�tmg-after its elect10�. · (d) A maJonty vote o� the membership shall, ID t_ffe 1.9se si�ature and o'!- •!}other line · immediately thereunder, prono •�lier than July 15 and no later than August 15 of the o( su�h _ap�als,. be suffic1ei:it to oyer-ru!e any disquabficat1on vision for . the pnntmg of the vote('s_ name and book number. electton year. · by t�e -Ci:edent1�s Committee., IO which even� the one so In acfdition , th¢ Seci:etary-T:reasufer. -sftall also send a stiffiThe Secretary-Treasurer is charged with safekeeping of prev1ous_Iy class•fi�d shall the_n be �••med_ qualified. cient amount of maili11g e nvelopes iden\ical with the mailing thes_e letters and shall tum them over io the Credentials , (e), Tlie,Crede�tials Committee, ID passing uPQn the 9ualenvelopes mentioned above, except .I.hat th'ey �hall be of Com· mittee UPQD the latter's request. · ifica_t1on,s,.of candidates, sh'!ll have the ngh! to c�nclus,�ely different color ,;and s hall contain on,the face'Of sucli envelope •,: pres�me ,_t.hat any?ne nom1Dated and qualified ID previous ii, bold l etters, the word, "Challenge.'' The Secretary· Section 2. Credentials Committee. electi.ons.Jor: candidacy for any offic e, or the job of HeadTreasurer shalLfurther furnish a sufficient amount ofl "RostCr (a) A Credentials Committee _shall be el¢cted at the regular quartCri\ReJ'resentative, ?o_rt Age_nt or _!>�trolman, h�s.. met .Sh�ets'' .wh,ich shall have printCd thereon\ at the to( theteOf-, all the'requrrements of Section l(a) of r•cle XII. meeting in.., August of t_he election year, at the ()Ort- where the year of the election, and immediately thereunder, five ,r , .": ,, �'. ' .,:..a:.. . . ~ : f • : • • .t ; • r _.._. ll\�� ~. 1 1 '• · ,. . l ; ,,;" & • ~ ( ·, ,; ~-~ ti.'!'• 0 20 / LOG / October 1984 (� s !:; ' - - -; .. �(S) vertical columns designated date, ballot number, signa- · dressed to the depository shall have printed on the face election and balloiing pro.::edure or the conduct of the same, thereQf the words "Challenged Absentee Ballot." The Secshall within 72 hours of the occurrence of the claimed ture full book member's name, book number, and comments, violation, notify the Secretacy-Treasurer at Headquarters, in and such roster sheets shall contain horizontal lines immeretary-Treasurer shall keep records of all of the foregoing, diately under the captions of each of the above five columns. including the reasons for determining such member's ineliwriting, by certified mail, of the same, setting fonb hill name, The Secrelaf)(-Treasurer shall also send a sufficient amount gibility, which..records shall be opert for inspection by full book number and the details so that appropriate corrective of envelopes with the printed name and address of the · book members and upon the convening of the Union Tallying action if .warranted may be "taken. The Secretary-Treasurer Col!)mittee, presented·fothem. The·Secretary-Treasurer shall shall expeditiously investigate the facts concerning the claimed depository on the face thereof, and in the upper left-hano comer, the name of the port and address, and on thdace of send to all Ports,thenames and book numbers of the members violation, take such action as may be necessary, if any, and such envelope, should be printed the words, "Roster Sheets to whom absentee ballots were sent. make a report and recommendation, if.necessary, a copy of and Ballot Stubs." Each Port Agent shall maintain separate (0 All ballots to be counted, must be received by the which shall "be sent to the member and the original shall be records of the ballots sent him and shall inspect and count depository no later than the January 5.th immediately subfiled !or the Union Tallying Committee for their appropriate_ the ballots when received, to insure (hat the amount sent, sequent to the election year and must be postmarked no later action, report and recommendation,. if any. The foregoing as well as the numbers thereon, conform to the amount and ·· than 12 midnight December 31st of the election year. · shall not be applicable to matters involving the Credentials Seetlon 4. (a) At the close of the last day of the period for Committee's action or report, the provisions of Article Xlll, numbers listed by the Secretary-Treasurer as having been sent to that Port. The Port Agent shall immediately execute securing ballots,.the Port Agent in each port, in addition to Sections I and 2 being the·pertinent provisions applicable to and•retum to the Secretary-Treasurer a receipt,·acknowlhis duties set forth above, shall deliver or mail to Headsuch matters. • edging the correctness of the amount and the numbers of the quarters by registered or certified mail, attention Union All protests as to any and all aspects of the election and Tallying Committee, all unused ballots and shall specifically balloting procedures or the conduct of the same, not passed ballots sent, or shall notify the Secretary-Treasurer of any discrepancy. Discrepancies shall be corrected as. soon .as setfol"lh, by serial number and amount, the unused ballots uponbytheUnionTallyingCommitteeinitsreport,excluding 'possible ptior.to the voting period. In any event, receipts so forwarded. therefrom·matters involving the Credentials Committee's (b) The Union Tallying Committee shall consist of 18 full action or report as provided. in the . fast sentence of the shall be forwarded for all the aforementioned election material actually received. The Secretary-Treasurer shall prepare a book members. Two shall be eJected from each of the 9 ports immedi!11ely preceding paragraph, but including the procellle in which shall be kept memoranda ·and correspondence . of New York, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Mobile, New Or!eans, dure. and report of the. Union Tallying Committee, shall be . dealing with the election, This file.· shall at all .times be · Houston, Detroit, San Francisco and St. Louis. The election , filed in writing-by certifted mail with the Secretary-Treasurer ava,lable to -any member asking for inspection.of the same shall be held at. the regular meeting in December of the at Headquarters, to be received nu later than the February at the office of the Secretary-Treasurer and shall be turned election year, or if the Executive Board otherwise determines ... 25th immediately subsequent to the close of the election · over to the Union Tallying.Committee. prior thereto, at a· special meeting held in the aforesaid ports, year. It shall be the responsibility of the m'<'°ber to insure (d) Balloting shall be secrei. Only° full book members in on the first business day of the last week of said month. No that his written protesHs·received by the Secretary-Treasurer · good standing may vote. Each full book member may secure officer, Headquarters Representative, Port Agent, Patrolman, no later than such ·February 2Sth. The Secretary-Treasurer his ballot at Port offices, from the Port Agent or his duly 'or candidate for office, or the job of Heaclquarters Repre- . shall foiwa\rd copies of such written protest to all ports in designated representative at such poft. Eacll Port Agentshall sentative, Port Agent or Patrolman, shall be eligible for sufficient time to be read at the Election Report Meeting. electiOll'to this Committee, except as provided for in Article · The written protest shall contain the full book member's designate an area at the Port office over .)Vhkh should be posted the legend "Voting Ballots .Secured Here." When a X, Section 4. In.addition to its duties herein seHorth, the · name, book number, and all details constituting the protest. full book member appears to vote he shall present his book Union Tallying Committee shall be charged with the tallying , (f) At the Election ·Report Meeting the report and recomto .the Port Agent or his aforementioned dully designated of all. the ballots and. the preparation of a closing report mendation of the Union Tallying Committee, incluiling but representative. The Port Agent or his duly design•~ rep• setting fonb, in complete detail, the results of the election, not limited to discrepancies, protests p. . . upon by them, including a complete accounting.of all ballots and stubs, and· as well as protests filed with the Secretary-Treasurer as resentative shall insect on the roster sheet under the appropriate column the date, the numl>er of the, '1a!!ot given to reconciliation of the same .wfth the rosters, and receipts of provided forin.Section (e) immediately above, shall be acted such mem!>er and his. full ..book :nwµber, .and the member the Port:Agenis, all with detailed reference to serial numbers upon by the meeting. A ·inajoriiy vote of the membership and amounts and with each total broken down into port shall decide what action, if any, in aCCQrdance with the shall then sign his name on such roster sheet under the appropriate column. Such member shall have his book , totals. ThetallyiilgCommitteeshallhaveaccesstoallelection• Constitution shall.be take)! thereon, which action, however, records and· files'. for their inspection, exlll!lination and veri: shall not include the ordering ofa special vote, unless reported stamped with the. word, uvoted" and the date, and. shall be · -given a ballot, and simultaneously the.perfo"!tion on the top fication,.•.The report .shalJ,,c!early · detail all :,discrepancies discrepancies or protested. procedure or conduct found to . of the ballot shall be removed. Atthe,sQJtlO ,lime the.member discovered-and shall cot;ttajn·,=mmeitdations for:the treat' ..have:.occurredand to be violative of the Constitution, affected shall be giyen the envelope ll!arked. .''ltiilltW' together with · ment "of these discrepan¢ies:- All,nii,mbi,rs.of the Committee , · the results of the. vote for any office.or- job, in which event, ·tl!e pre-paid postage mailing'"Jmvelope addressed to the shall sign the report,- without prejudice, however,:to the right, · the special vote shall be restricted to such office, offices and/ . of any member thereof to submit a dissenting. report.as to ·•.. or job or jobs, as the case may be. A majority of the depository; Th.e member shall take such ballot and envelopes and in secret thereafter, mark his ballot, fold the same; insert · th7 accu,:acy of th7 count and the validity_ of the ballots_, membership at the Election Report Meetings may order a with pertinent details. . · .. · .. • ·, · · ··· 'recheck and recount wben a dissent to the closing report h,1s ii in the blank envelope marke<I "Ballot''., seal the "Same, then insert such· "·Ballot" _envelope into the mailing envelope, ln connection with the tally. of ballots, there shall be no been issued by three Cl) or more members of the Union counting" of ballots until all mailing en>:elopes containing Tallying Committee. Except for the contingencies provided seal such mailing envelope, sign bis name on the upper lefthandccomet on the first line of such mailing envelope .and valid ballots have first been opened, the 'ballot envelopes for in this Section 4(0, the closing,report·slia!I lie.accepted removed intact and then all of Such ballot envelopes VJi•ed as final. There·shall be no further' protest'or appeal from the ··on'the second• line in the uper left-hand comer print his name and book number, afte1tiwhich he shall mail or caus.e the• together, after which such ballot en-:elopes shall be opened action of the majority of the membership at the Election same to be.mailed: In the event a full boQk membefappears and counted in such multiple'!;as.the Committee may deem Report Meetings. expedient and. ll!ODllSeable. •The Committee shall resolve all. ! ·. (g) Any special vote ordered pursil!lnt to Section 4(0 shall to wte and is not in good. standing, or does n!lt have his · membership ·book with hirli.1'.<>r· ir,a~ar• ;for ;>the{ yali_d .· , issues.gn challenged;~ots,,!!l(!,th~n'~Y'tlioS\> foundJ.y•~d,,·., .. be.coll!)ll~'"'ill!il),ninety-.(!1(!),l!ays after-thelirst d'y of· mw>!ll' he..i.s,not"·fljgi.l.i .. !,; 1 · ~grofell.· · ·• .''. 9 ,;;:-'MJ~. •'i\lti!~ln~.,. tl.(e,fioont!i,ilji'/iiellill~~.~ubieqilentJtb'f!lfei.lllectioii>~.i;.t.·':}i prOYidedtlibove'sh"illlijli,l~j%fHiill'/ excep"'l'-mil't on~th'l!-i'"" ·* sen nee. et!Her Jointly or separately. · e · · · . · . Meetings mentioned above. The aepositozy shall be the same sheet· under-the cclumn""Comments''., notation ·shol!Jitbe (c) Th<:! members, of the .Union '.!'allying Committee shall, as designated for the elC!ition from which the speqial vote is· . after tbeirelection, proceed totheport:in-whichHeallquarters ordered. And .the pfQ(:edures sh/ill·JJe..the Slll!le as i\ro,v\ded made that the member voted a chal_lenged b.allot and the· is locateq_, to ari1ve.,11t .that :port;no.J;ter:than January '5th of . for in Section 3, except where 's~,il•ie~ ~'.Ji~'iid~d;_ reason for his cha!!~~- Such. ll!e,11!,~.r's ~~.m~rs,bii> •~~ sfiall j,e ,stamped .;•voted,cha)lenge>',; lllf~·tiie date, and such the Y,e.'!f•.unmed1atJ:ly .aft.er,cthe .e~.ctlon year; Each m~mberfor, the days shall:be lhe'dateHppltcable;.whicll provide for member-instead of the ab3ve<nie'nti<ined::l!iailiJlg'e./i~el6pc;, . . of the,Cofum!ttee not "eli:cted from The port in 3/hich)Headthe identical time and,.days. originally provided for in this shall '1ie, ~ven the :nilliling :envelope of:'.a .different: colot, quarters .isJocal!ld, shall be- -reimbursed· fur. transportation, Section 4: The' El<\i:tion. ;Report Meeting for th~ aforesaid meals, IIJ!d lodging expenses occasioned by: th"eir traveling· special vote shall be that",niJ"'.li!ii inim.ediately .sjiJ;sequent marked on'the face thereof witb the word; "Challenge». At the end of each day, the Port. Agent or his duly designated to and returning from-that Port. Gommittee members elected to the report of the Union·Til!ying Commit!!'" .separated by_. representative shall enclos.e in the envelope addressed to the from the port· DI 3/hich. llea<lquarters is located, shall be one. calendar month. · · ' ·· · · · · ·" ' ·' · similarly reimbursi,d, except for-transportation. AU,members depository ·airct·marked "Roster .Sheets and Ballot Stubs'.'. Section S. Elected O!llcen and Job Holders: the roster. sheet or sfieetsdecuted by the D10mbers that day"; . . of the Committee. shall also'be. paid'"at the prevailing.standby (a) -A. candid!l1e unopposed for any office or job shall be together with the numbered perforated slips reijloved: (tom . rate ,of pay from the day su~uent ttHheir election. to the deeine<J.elected to such office or Job notwithstanding that his the ballots which lial!· lieen.given 'to the members, and !hen · . · day 'they return, in normal course, to the port from which name may appear on the ballot. The Union. Tallying Com· · · they were elected. ' mail•the same to such depository. To insnte that an adeqµate mittee shall not .be required to tally completely the results supply of0all balloting material is maintained in all ports at The Union Tallying Committee shall elect a chairman from of the voting for such unopposed candid;!te but shall certify all times, the Port Agent or-his duly designated·representative, among themselves and, subject to the express terms of this in their report, that ·such unopposed, candidate has been Constitution, adopt its own procedures. All decisions of such simultaneously with mailing of the roster sheets and ballot elected to such office or job. The Election Report Meeting stubs to the depository ill the end of each day, shall also Committee and the contents of their report shall be valid if shall accept the above· certification of the Union Tallying make a copy. of the roster sheet for that day and mail the. m.ade by a majority vote, provided there be a quorum in Committe.e without change. same to the Secretary-Treasurer at-Headquarters-,"l'he Port-." · · attendance, which quorum JS hereby fixed at ten. The ComSection 6. Installation into Office and the Job of Head-· Agent shall be responsible for the proper safeguarding of.all mittee, but not less than a quorum thereof, shall have the quarters Representative, Port Agent or. Patrolman: sole right and duty to obtain all mailed ballots and the other election material and shall not release any of it until duly called for and shall insure that no one tampers with the. mailed election material from the depository and to insure (a) ,The person elected shall be that person having the largest. number of votes cast for the particular office or job material placed in his custody. . • . their safe custody during tlie course _of the Committee's · (e) Full book members may request ana vote an. absentee proceedings. The proceeilings of the Committee except for involved. Where mpre than one person is to be electe.d for ballot under the. following circumsµ,nces; while such member their organizational meeting and their actual preparation of a particular office or job, the proper number of candidates is employed on a Union contracted vessel and which vessel's the closing report and dissents therefrom, if any, shall be receiving the successively highest number of votes shall be schedule does not provide for it to be at a port in which a open to any member, provided he observes decorum. Any declared .elected. These. determinations shall be made only from the results deemed final and accepted as provided in ballot can be secured during the time and period provided candidate may act as ·an observer and/or designate another membe_r to act as .his observer at the counting of the ballots. this Article. II shall be the duty of the President to notify for in Section 3(a) of this Article or is in a USPHS Hospital each individual elected. ·· anytime during tb..-tlrst ten (101 days of the montli of · In no·evenf shall issUll.nce <>f the above referred to closing November of the Election. Year, The member shall make a . repoi:t of the. Committee be delayed beyond January 3.Jst (b) The duly elected officers and other job holders shall · immediately subsequent to the clo.se of the election year. In request for an absentee ballot by registered or certified mail ijtke over their .respective offices and jobs~ und assume the or the equivalent mailing device ·at the. location froll) which · the discharge of its duties, the Committ~e may call upon and. . dµties thereof, at midnight of the night of the Election Report utilize the services of clerical employees of the IJajon..The ;1,ieeting, or the next regular meeting, depending upon which such request is-made, if such be the case. Su.ch request shall Committee shall be disc~d upon. the completion of the contain a designation as to the address I<> which so.ch memlier · itieeting the results;.as to eacl.l Qj' ,the foregoing ate deemed wishes his absentee ballot returneo. The request shall be issuance and dispatch of its report as required.in)his Article. final and accepted, as providid•-in this Article. The term of their, predecessors shall continue up to, and expire at that In the event a recheck .and recount is ordered'pursuant to postmarked no later than 12:00 P:M. on the 15th day of t.ime, notwithstanding anything to the contrary contained in November of the election year, shall be directed. to the, this Article, the Committee shall be reconstituted, except Secretary-Treasurer at Headquarters and must be delivered · that if any member thereof is ·not available, a .substitute Article XI, Section I. This shall not apply where the successful candidate cannot assume his office because he is at no later than the 25th of-such November, The Secretarytherefore shall be :elected from the appropriate port at a Treasurer shall determine whether. such member is eligible special meeting held.for that purpose as soon as possible. sea. (d) The report of th.e Committee shall be made up in In such eventt ·a majority vote of the· member:Ship may to vote such absentee .ballot.-The Secretary-Treasurer, ifhe sufficient cop10$ to comply with the following requirell!ents: grant additional time for the assumption of the office or job. determines that such" m.ember is so eligible, he shall by the 30th of such November; se,td liy registered mail, retUI11 two. copies shall-.be mailed .by the Committee to each Port "In the event of the failure of the newly-elected Presid_ent to receipt requested, to the address so. designated by. such · Agent arid the Secretary•Treasurer no later than January 31st assume offiee the provisions of Article X, Section 12 shall immediately subsequent to the close of the election year. As member, a "Ballot", aft.er removing the perforated numbered app1y until the expiration of the term. All other cases of stub, together with the hereinbefm:e .mention"fl "Ballot" soon as these copies are received, each Port Agent shall post failure to a"ssUme office shall be dealt with as decided by a . one copy of the report on the bulletin board, in a conspiC'<OUs envelope, and mailing envelope addressed tJ> the <lepo~itory, majority vote of the membership; except that printed on _the (ace of s~h· ·~illg,"eriv~lope,- • ntailJ1Cf~ and µotify _-the- Secretary..Treasurer, in writing, as Secli9n 7. The Secretary-Treasurer is specifically charged. with the preservation and retention of;all election records, shall be the words "Absentee Ballot" and appropriate voting to the date of such posting. This.copy sh.all be kept posted instructions shall accompany such mailing to.the member. If until after the Election Report Meeting, which shall be the including the ballots, as required ~y law, and is directed and the Secretary-Treasurer determines . that such member is March regular membership 111eetiilg immediately following authorized to issue such other and further directives as to the election procedures as are requir,ed by law, which thecloseoftheelectionyear,AttheElectionReportMeeting, ineligible to receive such absentee ballot, he shall neverthe· less send .such member the aforementioned ballot wit_h acthe other copy of the report shall" be read verbatim. directives shall be part of the election procedures of this Union. · · · companying material excc;pt that the mailing envelope-ad• (e) Any full book,member claiming a violation of the "'.•i:Wfi. I i i· . ••. as i ' j -~~~vu,~. · October 1984 I LOG I 21 I l ,). -., ·~ ' "¾, ... 1 l ,j I - �~~~0~1:~.......................OFFICIAL BALLOT . I I · ~Ji i¢/_ ..F or Election of 1985-1988 Officers ?-s ~~ii°o~ and Constitutional Amendments off\~:. ~'1!~ f?J~?- of = ,,o?-.r~1: ' " \~_.,., .. ,.....- - · \~"'o~ ~..1/ .... i SEAFARERS INTERNATIONAL UNION OF NORTH AMERICA· Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District VOTING PERIOD NOVEMBER 1st, 1984 THROU GH DECEMBER 31st, 1984 INSTRU CTIONS TO VOTER S~ln order to vote for a candida te, mark a cross (X) in voling square to the left of name. If you vote for more candidat11s for office than specified herein, your vote for such;off ice will be invalid. o~?-,oo ~ ~-"·----.--------.---------M-A_R_K_vo_u_R_·_e_A_LL_o_r_w_lT_H_P,..E_N_ A_No_,N_K_o_R_IN_o_E_L_IB_L_E_P_E_;N_c_,_L.___-_"' PRESIDENT NEW YORK PORT AGENT Vote for One D ts Augustin Tellez, T-764 Ed Turner, T-8001 18 SECRETARY•TREASURER 19 Vote for One 0. VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF CON• TRACTS ANO CONTRA CT ENFORCEMENT · Vote for One 0 Vote for Three Frank Gill, G-8002 V9te for One 21 0 Juan Patino, P-622 · 22 0 Trevor "Robbie" Robertson, R-723 23 . J· 40 D 0 . Ray Singlelary, S-2260 0 D Steve Troy, T-485 44 D Kenneth Mayer, M-25087 Allen Raymo_nd; R-$70 -45 D Gentry Moore, M-!3001 BALTIMORE JOINT PATROLMAN Vole lorTwo 4.6 31 0 • · John Smith, S-4615 DETROIT Vote for 32 0 33 • DETROIT JOINT PATROLMAN Vote for One · 0 Byron F: Kelley, K-12039 4_9 . b. i:ien11is Wyllie. W,1J4L 48 Thomas L. Glidewell, aG,tlC- --,:., MOBILE JOINT PA AN ST.. LOUIS AGENT Vole for One · Edwar 50 D William Dagon, D-5614 Sl'. LOUIS JOINT PATROLMAN Vote for' One · · 51 0 M. Joseph Sigler, S-2101 PROPOSITION #1 Are you ln lavor ol amending Article V, Sej;Jion 1 and its subsections (a) and (b) of the Constilution of lhe Seafare Lakes and Inland Waters District, AFL·CIO, in accordance with the resolution mailed to you, to read .as follow "Article V. Dues and Initiation Fee Section 1. AU members' dues shall consist of: (a)·ouesannually in the sum of $300.00which shall be paid in equal amounts on a calend Is, no later than the first business day of eacti calendar quarter, and; , (b) a sum equal to·five perceot (5%) of the gross amount received for \/l1Cl11ion benefits for days !of contracted employers. Dues payable under this subsection (b) shall be payable on the days that the member l1!CeMlS payment for the earned vaca . . and shall ~ effective as to memberS in 1he manner designaled and de!etmined by a majorily vote of the members hip by secretballot. Whenso determined by the membership, members in the employ of the Union,· Its subdlvislOns and its affiliated organlzatiQns, or in any employment at the Union's direction as provldea for in Article XII, Section 1(a) and (c); shall pay in additlOn lo Iha! provided for in paragraph (a) immediate ly above the sum of $75.00 quarterly on a calendar year basis, no taler _ 1han the first business day ol each quarter while so employed .' · YES • PLACE "X" IN BOX OF YO!,IR CHOICE PROPOSiTION ; · NO • #2 Are you in lavor of amending the Conslttution of the Sealarers lnlemalional Union of No!1ll ~-Atla ntic, Gull, Lakes and lnla with ~ amendments ouHined in the resolution malled to you which included the establishment of the office of Vice Pr · title, ~ and duties and office of Secretary-Treasurer; change ol the time for lhe holding .of monthly meetings at Constttutional found to have engaged in certain conduct relating to Union sanctioned picket lines· and failure to perform strl!<e duty; creating the. M~and; as welt-as making muttiple housekeeping Constitutional changes? · _ . ·· _ YES. • 22 I LOG / Octobe r 1984 ,.,,,J__, ' of,,., I .. ,· ~~~,. :: ;-, 1d,~~-~..._½r~~~.§iM~-i:;~~,.~~~~~:·~~;~ f'-"fiit: ~4t.'~~ eij;~~~ ~l!~~clAGENT, ~1;kO} t~~-~1. L ·• _,. . . . 30 o' Robert Ppmerla ne;.P~7• ;· ·., .- . . • . •, ..., 47 0-·.. Jack·Alle n;'A-674 . ·' . ' ' ... • . 14 Earl "Emir Lee, Jr:, L-8001 BALTIMO RE AGENT Vote for One MOBiLE AGENT Vo1e l9r One HEADQUARTERS REPRESENTATIV!: Vote lot Four 11 0 . Jack Blunt, .B-15 12 Jack Caffey, C-1010 John Fay, F-383 0 SAN FRANCISCO JOINT PATROLMAN Volefot Two George McCartney, M-948 o ' I G~e Ripoll, R-708 Vote for One 42 VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF ·.-::.Tltl; -lAKE§,N '.l~ INLAND,,WA:T:EIJIS;,,: ,. ,, ·. <;_;,__ ~t~~t:i:tfij-:,t,,"',/i,-ff '.c';,, ,"1- '; l ·.VOfit'f()f((:)rie'·'./'-''.:~s·· /""."ti:"<'~f1"(·_'.'.~£';': '.f'!<•,• 10 · D - Mike Sacc~. S-1288 13 F£ "Gene• Taylor, T-1,80 _· · SAN FRANCISCO AGENT Joe Sacco, s:1257 9· D ,-, 39 HOUSTON JOINT PATROLMAN Vote for Three 0 D.ean Corgey, C-6727 . 41 VICE.PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF THE.WE ST COAST · Vote for One ,~:-- .. 0 Robert Selzer, S-1258 VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF . THE GULF COAST ,Vote for One . 38 Leon Hall, ·J,., H-125 D Leo Bonser, 8·1193 . Michael Worley, W-752 HOUSTON AGENT Vole for One 8 0 0 Frank Mongelli, M-1111 Angus Campbell, C-217 0 36 . 37 Donald C. Anderson , A-5244 James Martin, M-5290 VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF THE ATLANTIC COAST 7 Patrick Pillsworth, P-1079 D 35 Kermett Mangram , M-2394 20 0 Jqseph OIGlorgio, 0-2 0 NEW ORLEANS JOINT PATROLMAN James·B attle; B-1234 • • • t7 4 0 6 34 NEW YORK JOINT PATROLM.AN Vote lor Eight 16 0 5 NEW ORLEANS AGENT Vote lot One Vote for One t 0 2 0 PLACE "X" IN BOX OF YOUR CHOICE NO • .. �' Co mp let e· Te xt of Ba llo t Propositions WHEREAS, this past spring a Crew's Conference comprisi 69 rank and tile delegates, eleoted by the membership all Ports where the Seafarer Gutt, Lakes and Inland Waters District maintains places ofng s International Union of North America-Atlanllo, business and representing !he Deck, Engine and Stewardat s Department, met In session for two weeks at Pinay Point, Maryland WHEREAS, among their discussions and deliberations was the subject , and of revisions of our Constitullon and the need for increased revenues, and WHEREAS, as ru,!i,d by the Crew's Conference Report, reported In the · Union's newspaper, the Seafarers Loo April 1984 issue, such recomm office of Vice President Government Services; r,;,visions of the title, powers ended changes Included the eslablishment of the ports; Increasing discipline for members found to have engaged In certain and duties and office of Secreta,y-Treasurer; change of the time for the hold.ing of monthly meetings at Constllll llonal conduct relating to Union sanctioned picket fines and the failure to perfonn port of Piney Point, Maryland; i n ~ the amounts of member strike d!Jly; creating the new Constitutional ship dues as well as making multiple housekeeping Conslitulional changas , and WHEREAS, !he Union's Executive Board unanimously concurs In such recommendallons, N W · EREFOR IT IS RESOLVED: THE FOLLOWIN C Tl TIO LY PTED PROPOSITION T . . PROPOSITION #1 Article V, Section 1 and Its subSeclions (a) and (b) shall be amended to read as follows: · "Article V. Dues and Initiation Fee Section 1. All members' dues shall consist of: . dues annually In the sum of $300.00 whlch shall be paid in equal amounts . on a calendar year bru;ls, no later than the first business day of each (b .• sum equal to five peroent (5%) of the gross amount received calendar quarter, and· for vacation benefits for days worked for oontracted employers. Dues on the days that the member receives payment for the earned vacallon payable und.•r this subsect.Ion (b) all be payable the ·membership by secret ballot. When so determined by the member benefits and shall bllcome effective as to members In the mannar designated and detennlned by a•h. majorijy vote of shlr, members in the employ of the Union, its subdMslons and its affiliated Union's direction as provided for in ArtlcleXII, Sec!ion 1(a) organizations, or In any employment al the and (c), shal pay in adartloo to that provided for in paragraph (a) immedia year basis, no later than the first business day of each qu;,rter tely above the sum of $75.00 quarterly on a calendar while so employed." ·• · <•j PROPOSITION #2 Amend Atticfe VII, Soc/ion 2 to read as follows: . · "Section 2. The Headquarters of !he Union shall be located in New York ·. . such place as the Executive Board may determine from tlme..to a President, an Executive V,ce.Presldent, one Vice-President In ChargeorofaJContract time. The Headquarters officers shall consist of s and Contract Enforpem ent, a SecrillBJ Presldent In Charge of !he West Coast, one Vice-President Government one Vice,l:'re.sldent in Charge of the Gulf Coast. one VJCeSetVices, and on• V",ce-Presldent in Charge of Lal<es}',and Inland Watilrs." . Amend Article VIII, Sec/Ion 1 to read as follows: . · "Section 1. The officers of the Union shall be elected as otherwise prov!d!"f In this Constitution. Tl)~ officers shall t,e the President, an Executiv Charge of Contracts and Contract Enforcement, a Secretary, one Vice-Pre e \/lee President, one Vtce-Presidenl In sident In Chaf9!1 of the Al!anfic Coast, one Vice-President in Charge of the West Coast, one Vicrrf'r&s/dent Govsmm ent Services of the Gulf Coast, one 'vice-President In Charge , and one Vice.President in Charge of the laketi ana Inland Waters.' ' • . · . . Amend Article X. Sections 9 through 14 by renumbering the same as . Sections 10'through 15 oonsectlllvely. · Amend .Artioia x by addif1!! as a new Section 9, the following: "Section 9. Vice-President GOVflmmsnt Servietis. Toe Vice-President Government Services shall be a member Qf 11\e Executiv e E\pard and shall be entitled to cast one vote in that bodv. He shall supervis of the Union In the representation of civmao seamen employed by the e and be responsible for the activities grievances and the administration of collective bargaining agreements federal government Including. bul not limited to the negotialion of the collective bargaining agreemell!S, processi ng and shall direct the aotM!ies of the Union personn el assigned as the Preslden.t may assign to him from time to time." to him by the President and carry OU! such other functions · . ·· ·. , • , Article X; Section 12 Executive Board · . · . ·· · t.,mend the first paragraph of this S"!)!ion to ~ as follows: Section 12. ExeciJt/ve 13o/ud. , ,, . . ·. . , The Execu)lve Board shall consist of the President, the . . . .· e Vice,Presldent, the Vice-President. in Charge of Contract s and"Contract Enforcement, the Secretary, the Vice-President lo Charoe of the Atiantic Coast Area, the Vlce,Presldent In Executiv Charge of the Gulf .Coast Area, .!he Vlce• l'~nt lo Charge of the·Wes lnlana Waters, the V/cfJ,Pres/dent Government Services, arid the National t Coast Area, the VJCe-l'n>Sident in Charge of the Lakes and !!!/Ch subordinate body or divisidn has attained a membership of 3,200 Director (or chief execuliv!I officer) of e,¢11 subori!fnate body or division creale!I or chartered by the Union whenever members.and has malntalne.d that membership for. not less than three executive officer)· shall be a member of the r~lve subordin (3) months. Such National Dirilctor (or chief ate body or dMslbn and must be qua!ifil!CI to hold office under . body." • . the tenns of the Constilullon of .such division or subordln.ate · Article X, Secoon 1:J(a) Delegates, amend to read as follows: "Section 13. Delegates. . (a) The term "delegales" shall mean those members.of the union . .. , . . and its subordinate bodies o, dMslons who ere elected in accordance oonv.ention of the Seafarer's fntemational Union of North America the . The following officers and job holders. upon. thelr,.elei:fio.n to office orwtth the provision of this Constllullon. ·to jQb shall, during t.he term of their office or jQb, be . delegates. to all Conventions of the. Seafarers .lnte(riational Union. of North Americ.a in the. follow1ng.,order of p•riorily.:,President; .Execut..Ive Vlce.•Pre and Contract Enforcement; Secretary;, Vice-President In Charge of the sldent; Vlor>.. · Presld.ent in Charae of Contracts Atiantlc Coast; VICO President in Charge of the. Guff Coast; V!<:e-Pnlsldent . In Charge of Lakes ·and Inland Waters; Vice•P!w/dent Government Servtc"° ChargE! of the Wast Coaslj"\/ice-President ; 'He,!<!quarters raee r~•i wtttt •priority to. those mqst sen.lor inIn lulf boQk .Union membership;. Port Agents, . . wffl). . f"j9(!!r,lfl ~r:n nd Jn,1~~ ;~ ):{n.i</,FJM~~ ..srniiiW ,;~~~." .·d'~Jl' ;!,P·!i·, m!Y,!O .th~.'. ~ -,,..i!>r,in. . Mffl<!ok<Wni< Mcie")(; Sifcifon'-T'ie; ;flliit , the°'last"senterJ<le 11\ereof; l_O!~ .. ' .})!·~." . ·". ,,,,.., ~to·rea :~ll",il; -fol/ow s: ..., ~- ,. ~· · ';'; ' · ta, t , .; , ~·.. .·.;~'•.'~.'::ii. ,i . . .. ·. . : ; ,, "The Ports of New Y .·: • ,, J; ·. ·. , i · , ~ • ·. adelphia, Baltimore, Mobile, New Orleans, Houston, Detroit; Sar{Fianclsco, . . St. Louis and Pim,y Point, may not be closed except by Constitutional amendment" "-.. Attlc/e XII/, Section ~ the first sentence thereofshall be amended to read as follows:: . ,· · ·. '. • .. . . . ~ . ·.• •. . ~r~e~ I f ~ ... . . · . full mem'.'.8'5. Two shall be ~J\lcied frooi each of the 10. ports of New Yotk, Philadelphla, Baltimore,. Mobile, NewO~ e~, HOU;Ston, -""-~~-•.• ._ _. . -... . ~J. , , • ·Nlil?fl! X, Section 4, shall oo Jlnlended by changing the .lttle to '.Secretary" anp changing s~ . -'-· SBCtloil 4 by adding the following immediately prior Section. · • . · · • •• to .the last sentenoe of the first peragrap . . .. . .· . .. • . h of this • . . , . . :•.Thi, S&cretaty with .the approval of the President shell emplqy a . . .. who •bn»ote sslon and/or employm ent shall person shall be responsible for the maintenance, safeguard and verificati qualify to perform the functions aM·/JutJes of a Comptroller. Such on of the 1Jn/on's financial alfairs and records under the supe,vis ·,, for such tune/ions shall be that of the Secretary notwiths lon and dllllCUon of.the Secretary. Thi, responslbility tanding the ilolegation to such Comptroller." · Toe ConstltutlOn is arnended Sil that: . · ·· • : · . . · Whe1&ver the tide or ·omc,, of "SecretJUy-Treasurer" .appear.tin the · ·· Cons6tulfon, suoh title or olfice'sha// be changed to "Secn,taty." Article XVI, SecliO!'lfJ,•ftlirough 7 should be renumbtlred consec/Jtiv8/y 5, 6, 7, and 8. · A new Section 4 shoukf be. addl!<I to provide as follows: .. "Upon proof of'lh• commission of any of the fol/owing offsnsss, member s shall be penalized up to and includlng,su,;pension from the rights a fine of $300.00 or both; end privileges of membership for one year or (a) crossing a picket Qne sanctioned by tho Union. l (b) fa//ure to perform picket duty In W/l<es." · Oid Seotion 5 renumbered as Section 6, shall be amended to read as "Section 6. Any member who has committed an offense penal/zefollows: d by no more than a fine of $300.00 may elect to waive his rights under XV, Section 19 and to pay the maximum fins of $300.00 to thil duly this Constitution subject to,the provision of Atticle aulhorized represontative of. the Union." ·· . · Anlc/e XXl/1, Section 1, first paragraph, shall be amended to read as follows: • . . ''Section 1. Regular membership·meetlngs shall be held monthly only . · in the following ConsUtiJt/onal pons at the following times:'' . . Article XX/II, Sectiotl 1, second and fourth paragraphs respectively, shall "During the week following the first Sunday of every month a meetingbe amended to read as follows: · · · · shall be held. on Mor:,da}'-Bt Piney Point; on Tuesda y-at New York; on . Baltimore; and on Friday-at Detroit. During the next week, meetings shall Wednllllday-at Phlladephia; on Thursda}'-81 be held on MondaY '-8! Houston ; on Tuesd a~ New. Orleans; on Wl!<ln esda~ Mobile; on Thurs da~ San Francisco !'-.nd on Friday- at St.·LJ!U.is. All regular ship meetings shall commence at 10:30 AM. time. Where~ meeting day falls on a Holiday officially designat the authonties of lhe state or mumc1pality m whichmember a port Is localed, the port meeting shall tal<e place onlocal ed as such ti)' days. the following business day. Saturday and Sunday shall not be deemed business . . , In the event a quorum Is not present at 10:30 A.M. !he chairman of the meeting al the pertinent port shall postpone the Opening of the mi!eling bul in no event later than 11:00 A.M." Conslltutional Housekeeping Changes _ Artic/e Ill, Section ·s(b), shall be amended fo read as follows: . "(b) While a member is an in-patient In an accredited hospital."' . · Miele XII/, Section li(e), first sentence !hereof shall be amended to read . as follows: . · · "(e) FuU book members may request and vote an absentee ballot under .· the following circumst ances; while such illember is employed on a Union oontrac!ed vessel ~ule does not P(OVide for it to oo at a port In which a ballot can be and which vessel's secured during the time and period. provided: for in Section 3(a) of during the first ten (10) days of the month of Novemb this Article or Is in· an accmdiled hospi/81 anytime tr of the Election Year." Article X. Section 1(e), last paragraph shall· read as·follows: · _. "The report shall be sUlljeet 10 approval or modmcation by a majority vote of the membership." Article X, Section 10(e) to read as follows: · . • · "The Port Agent may aSJJign each port Port Employee to such, dudes as fall within the jutisdlcdon of the port." Attic/a X, Secffon 14fc)(5Yto read as follows: . . . ''The Quarterly Financial Committee shaWconsist of seven . . full .book members in good. standing to be e!ectl!CI at Headquartera. No Officer, Headquarters Represe - Employee shall be ellgible,f.or election to this Committee. Coinmlllee.mem bers shalf be. e , ~ at !h• reg.ular Headqu.arters'·meetings designll!l!CI. by the Secretar ntative Port Agent or Po,t meeli~ cannot be held tor lack of a quorum, Hesdguarters' Port A!leot y. In the' event such reguJar Financi~I Committee. On the day following these elections and cont!nuln shall call a special meeting as eartv as possible for the election of Committee members to serve .on the Quarteny g un«I Committee has completed 11s report, each Committee member shall be standby rate .of pay, bul In no event shall they be paid less thanthe paid for hours ~ at the ex/slinQ eight (8) hOUfS per day. They shall be furnished room .and. board during the. pj>!iod they are performing thefr Article VII, Section 4, which reads as· follows; shall be deleted: , "Section. • 4. Where applicable, every member of the Union shall be registere d In one of three departments; namely, deck, engine, and ste-.vards departm sh.all be in accordance with custom and usage. This definition enL Toe definition ol 1hese departm be modified by a majority vote of the membership. No member !lllPf()val as evidenced by a majority vote of the membership." may may transfer from one departm ent to anothet exceptents · by . · · Wherever the word "Patrolman" appears in the Constitution, it shall be · changed to read "Port Empk>yee." Article XXIV, Sec6on 8 shaff be amended to read as folloW!l: " "Section 8. The tenns "This Constitution" and "this amendec Constitu ·. . tion" shall tie deeml!CI to have the some meaning and shall refer to the of the one adopted by the Union lo 1939, as amendl!C Constilulion as amended wtilch takes the place I up through January, 1985.'' ·These amendments, if approved, shall becOme effective upon the date of certification of the Union Taffying Committee. ,!f',if• ~"i:~~8,£;~•~~-~ book m ~:ii!~!1'l an October 1984 / LOG / 23 �·. In its monthly series of interviews and reports, "PROFILES" will highlight key government officials instrumental in shaping national arid maritime policy. Senator Bill. Bradley · S ·Congressman· William· Carney ENATOR Bill Bradley (DN.J.) was elected to the NATIVE of Brooklyn, United States Senate in 1978. N.Y., Congressman Wile Although the Senate's youngest liam Carney (R-N.Y.) is serving member at' his swearing in cerhis third term in the U.S. House emony, Senator Bradley is wellof Representatives, representrespected by his colleague.s. He ing New York's First Congresis known as a hard-working sensional District-the eastern half ator who is always looking for of Long Island. Rep. William Carney . better solutions to address old Carney's support of Ameri-,;: problems. ca's maritime industry is un- .alleled the rise of.our merchant Bradley has prestigious Senwavering. His position on the marine fleet. All ofourindustrial ate committee assignments: EnHouse Merchant Marine and might, and our ability to comergy and Natural Resources Sen. Bill Bradley Fisheries Committee affords him pete in the. world's marketCommittee; Finance Commitmany opportunities to initiate places, might never have detee; and Special Committee on and endorse measures for. re- veloped if the United States had · Aging. In addition,· the senator · oil to power ships, planes and building our fleet. With his ex- not ·. also generated ways .to sits on several task forces in- tanks. Our industrial support pertise in parliamentary· proce- · transport our. goods overseas. eluding the Democratic Eco- base is heavily dependent on oil · dure, Carney has succ.essfully Through times of war and peace, nomic Advisory Group. to provide a logistical backup shepherded .maritime initiatives·.. the U.S. has relied heavily on· Senator Bradley recognizes· required to mount an effective through the intricate legislative its merchant ships. But somethe importance· of America's military operation. maze of Congress. · how, the fleet has been forgotmaritime inJ:Iustry for continued ''The fact that a significant Carney has the distinction· of ten. · . , lifeandlibeityasAmericaknows portion of the world's oil sup~ serving on the Congressional "Fortunately, many in Wash-~. . it. In. the' Senate, Bradley has· plies is .producdd and must be Board of Visitors for the United ington are beginning to realize · --" i championed the continued and transported from unstable parts States Merchant Marine Acad- ?ow badly our mer~hant marine ·.~ maximum fill rate of the Stra- of the world means that the emy at Kings Point, which Car- mdustry has detenorated, and._ ·•· ... tpgi,c,;,1,~ftr0J~um• Res~l;'Vf/J_Withf.,c•~ef,et]~e pep~enu'JB,Ust;~~ef•',;J:i~y,,;sax!{f~.j.s one Ot•.t~e,c;Juties" . howdmportant·it is to tum the: particular emphasis to decrease· at least two special precautions: which l truly enjoy as a repre- tide to rebuild it. As a member · . U.S. dependence on· insecure ''First, the Defense ·Depart- sentative." In a constituent re of the House Merchant Marine f j foreign oil. ment must maintain a stockpile port, the congressman wrote, and Fisheries Committee, l have ~·. Late last year, Bradley spon- ofpetroleumproducts and must "The motto of the U.S. Mer- supported several pieces oflegsored an·amendment to the In- rely on the SPR for crude oil. chant Marine Academy is 'Acta islationtci reverse the shipping ._.terior Appropriations bill for Second, the Defense .Depart- Non Verba'-'Deeds Not industry'sdecline .. .· Fiscal Year 1984, providing ment must take extra precau- Words.' It is an entirely appro"This past spring, the House "sufficient funding to mainta,in. tions to keep maritime supply priatesloganforthose:whoserve passedtheShippingActofl984, the fill rate of the SPR at 220,000 lanes open. This administration. in our nation's maritime profes- a bill to relax restrictions on ·u .S. ocean liner companies enbarrels per day." The president pr9fesses to take the second sions." Writing a weekly column for c gaged in international com-I sought a fill rate of 145,000 bar- mission vecy seriously. Indeed, rels per day, several thousands part of the justification of cur- publication in all the newspa- merce. The Merchant Marine of barrels less than the original rent military involvement in pers in his New York District, Committee is also considering fill rate of 300,000 barrels per Central America is based on the Camey chose ''Rebuilding Our the Competitive·. Shipping and day mandated in the Energy importance of Caribbean sea- Merchant Marine Fleet" as the Shipbuilding Act. I support this Emergency Preparedness Act in lanes especially regarding oil subject of his July 29, 1984 col- measure because it will increase 1982. supplies. umn. Through his eloquent and the amount of cargo carried by "The existence of a large oil. factual analysis, Carney sue- ' American-built and operated Responding to the debate on his amendment during Senate . stockpile would lessen the dan- cinctly explained to his constit- vessels. In addition, Congress floor proceedings, Bradley ex- ger of the grave economic dam- uents and the media the impor- is currently reviewing the Naplained to his colleagues, ''What age that would result from the tance of America's maritime tional Defense Shipyard Protecis going ort here? Any senator interruption of oil deliveries from . heritage and why this industry's tion Act, which provides inceninterested in national security overseas. The Strategic Petro- decline is such a dramatic threat tives for the construction of new of this country should be aware leum Reserve, our first and only to America's security. · ships. These bills are important, of what he is voting for in this line of defense against another "It is no coincidence that but they ·are just a first step. supplemental appropriations bill oil emergency, is our nation's America's growth as a global Rapidly developing technology, and what he is not voting for. most important energy pro- power and a dominant force in stiffening competition and the. i "The SPR is essential for our gram.'' the Free World's economy par- swiftly changing currents of in- . I · ternational trade require our na- national security, It· is also the . -(l)nly component. of our energy "An island is 'anything detached or isolated'-and there are very few countries which tion to develop a modem marsecurity policy. Our national se- are not detached by sea from their sources of raw materials or their markets. The one itime strategy,. Hundreds of the major state which has least .call to be described as an island is that with the most th d f. b d th Cun·ty ·poli'cy must co·n~.i'der o effective Maritime Po/icy, the US.S.R." . ousan s o JO s an e conCaptain John E: Moore, . tinned strength of our economy effect of our military capabilities .) · Royal Navy (Ret.), Author Ill' the · • db y the course if worId. 01•1 suppl'1es are d'1sForeword of JANE'S FIGHTING SHIPS (1984WI'JI be ·determme ...,\fupted. Our military depends on 85ediliol!) we choose.'' A 1 1 1 0 I 24 I LOG / October _1~84 �.,. I I I I I as ington I I I I I I I I I I Seafarers Internation al Union of North America, AFL.,ClO WASHINGTON REPOR T Washington is a city in motion. The legislative session is winding down; the election is heating up; and voters, reporters and lobbyists are having a hard time keeping up with all the developments. By far the most talked about event was the televised debate between Walter Mondale imd President Reagan, which was held in Louisville, Ky. It was seen by an estimated 100 million Americans. Mondale, who had been trailing Reagan by as much as 20 points in some polls, . was the clear~cut victor. In one fell swoop, he was able to put his campaign back on · the right track. · While President Reagan got bogged down in· a sea of statistics, none of which he looked very comfortable citing, Mondale was able to state .his case to the American people in dear, precise terms . For the first time in this campaign, Mondale was· able to speak directly to the American people. He was able to underscore his major themes: the deficits, which are now approaching $200 billion; the inequities in the tax system; the inability of the Reagan administration to come up with a coJ::ie.r:ent policy mi. trade a11d economic development; arms control; the sep aration .. of church ,and state; and most October 1984 Legislative, Administra tive .ind Regulatory Happenings · : A full report on the wrap-up of the legislative session will be included in next month's LOG. · REAGANOMICS NATIO NAL LABOR RELAT IONS ACT Few issues are more important to seamen than the appointments that are now. being made the National Labor Relations Board. The Board, which for many years was an impartial tribunal where both labor and management could go for a fair hearing, now has an avowed anti-union majority. Recently, the West Coast Region of the Board decided against the Masters, Mates and Pilots ~ what is know as the Foss -~ case. The Board decided to arbitrarily expand the definition of"super visory personnel." ' . The decision applies to only one region. Yet it is an indication of where the NLRB is heading. Maritime unions, and all of organized labor, will now have to work twice as hard just to keep whatthey have got, . to Howard Baker called it a riverboatgamI . ble. George Bush was less charitable: he· I dubbed it "Voo-doo economics." Whatever it· is, the Ameriean people . I ·. I seem to like it. President Reagan receives I l I his highest ratings from the public in his I handling of the economy .· I · I Ironically, however, it is in this area I that his record is most vulnerable. I While it is true that the inflation and I unemployment rates are both down, the I long-term prospects for the economy are I not very good. The country is faced with .. I $200 billion deficits; a chronic and growing .I trade imbalance; and real interest rates I that are at their highesde vels ever. I The maritime industry, which has alI ways been something of a bellwether for I the economy, was one of the first indus/ I tries to feel the wear and tear of ReaganISSUES PENDING I omics. I Others are sure to .follow. n is ·no acAs of this writing, the following issues cident that Atari, the epitome of the highand bills were still unres()lved: tech service companies that Reaganites Delta Buy-Out--:.The SIU is supporting I .• ,._,,,,.;;,,;ig!~#a.d~I~1!tiel!Sfilg~~~,,·,,.,,:~'\!~, Mk~9iJJ9~!}9..~~.,beil\l(tlle ..~,~lla,twill .. lllllguage .cQn~~ d in th,e. ifil~~~i"! ! . k I . provide Jobs for Amencan workers m the surance &ill that would allow Delta, a • fu.ture, moved one of its largest plants to . subsidiary of Crowley, to buy out its :" I . Taiwan. ··· · i ~ , existing operating diffe1e11tial.subsi4ycp9:, , . LEGIS LATIV E REPORT. i • ,~~-:•. : .. ·:-. _,,,- ;-:',y::' ·" -· ·,,;_ • ,- . . tracts with the federal:government. While . For seamen, Reagan9mics is a bitter pill. ' . I •,1.;,. The greates't show on eimh is not the. to swallow. The maritime industry has the SIU generally oppose~ this approach, Barnum and Bailey circus, it is .Congress I· reached a post-war low. There are fewer it felt that the Delta case was special, "In trying to pass an authorizations bill during I . the absence of a comprehensive maritime . than 450 active vessels in the American.- ''-·-·-~ ,, an election I flag merchant marine. 'Recent figures by program to revitalize our fleet," said- SIU,, : \,For two weeks now, the'.Senate has the Commerce Department show that less President Frank Drozak in a letter to all I been unable to come up with a· budget than. 4 percent of all ocean-home cargo is . 100 senators, "itis necessary for Congress I resolution. It had ·to pass a temporary presently being carried on American-flag and the administtation to sup_gort Delt.a's I measure to keep the governm ent from vessels. business judgment on how best to stay . · I . closing down. alive." · I Like many other American· industries, Unfortunately, the temporary measure ·, · the maritime industry is at a severe disI Cunard- Languag e that would redocucame just a little bit too late:. many govadvantag e vis-,"hvis its. foreign competiment two Cunard passenger vessels under I ernment workers had to go home for a tors. It is heavily regulated. Foreign comI the American registry was not included in day-and~a-half without pay because there panies do not have to pay the same the Departm kind ent of Defense Authorizations - I was no money to pay them. In addition, of taxes that American maritime bill. compaThe SIU, which believes very strongly I the temporary· measure is set to run. out nies have to pay, nor do they have to meet that the redocumentation of those two I today, even though Congress.is nowhere the same kind of health and safety vessels standis in the best interests of the I near done. ards. · country and the maritime industry, is seek~ I The atmosphere on the Hill is not unlike ing to attach this issue to some ,other In addition, foreign companies heavily · I - that of the Titanic; or Saigon right before authoriza tions bill. subsidize their merchan t fleets and try to I t.he Jail. The leadership just wants to get carve out protected mar~ets. these authorizations bills passed. Most .Alaskan Oil-The House and the Senate I senators want still to have not reached a compromise on Most go home and campaign governments subscribe to the. I for re-election. But a lot is at stake: Lobthe Export Administration Act; Both verUnited Nations Code on Trade and EcoI byists sions of the bill prohibit the export of and· nomic individua Developm l senators ent, which see this sets as aside 80 I their Alaskan last percent chance oil, an important issue for Amer of to. all protect cargo the for interests the two nations I of their constituents, so they are trying to involved in trade (split two ways-40 - . ican seamen. Exporting Alaskan oil would r tack on amendments to many of these · 40). The United States is one of the few · · jeopardize. American national security inI authorizations bills. nations that has refused. to ratify the docterests as well as the existence of more I ument, The · than lobbyists 40 tankers.and 1,000 sea-going jobs. on the for grounds the SIU that are it violates up on the the ,. I Hill concept elbqw-to of "free -elbow trade." with everyone else i Port Development-The Senate still had I . trying to protect the interests of our mem- . Complicating everything is the high exnotpasse d S.1739, the Port Development I · bership. They are putting_in 24-hour days change rate for the dollar, which .autobiil, While the SIU generally supports the I trying to make sure that certain bi!ls get matically makes . American labor and. concept of port development,· it had· sevI passed, bills which affect the jobs and job Ameyican exports 25 percent higher than eral problems with this bill that still needed I security of Seafarers and their families. their foreign compe\itors. · · to be worked out. ' I :. 0 w.a.. t/ - year: .· . ..· . .• . .· ... 0 a •· \ October 1984 / LOG /.25 .,__ j -- -- - ---- ' ,,, - �Under Charter to MSC USNS Bellatrix Crews Up· in San Diego S EA~LAND, an SIU-contracted company, . was awarded a· three-year contract with the Military Sealift Com- · mand to operate four of the TAKR Fast Sealift Ships under a new military program. The four ships-.·the Algol, Antares, Capella and Bellatrix-are all former SL-7s which have been 'extemdvely -re-fitted · in American. yards to meet the military requirements of the TAKR program. Each of the ships is equipped with 30- and - 50cton heavy-lift cranes, side- · 1 - loading ramps and fqrklifts, all of which will l}e operated by the 26-man unlicensed crew.' · Course instruction in cargo handling and crane operationfor . members serving aboard ships . The Us'NS. Bellatrix was c;rewed up in San Diego last month. Note the pair of heavy-lift cranes, part of the extensive refitting of the formerSL-7, which Were added in order to meet the military requirements of the TAKR in the T AKR program is being .program, · · · ·•· · " ·· given at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship in Piney Point, Md. The phgtos on these two pages were taken last month in San Diego when the Bellatrix was crewed up. Members were able to spend a few days learrung the workings of the vessel before going out for sea trials in the . . ~} ·+,,Jr,:' ,•·F1¢-m~~~~-~-~1:··~f-!}P~~ '~-~~-'? ~:~~~~;¥~;. _ -~>.;,~;~~~~--~:~:~-~~;,,;: ~- ' .. ! ✓.; ~ l 1 I ; -~ . ~onnie Bond, OMLI, checks some of the gauges. · The ship's committee aboard the Bellatrix gets a chance to meet with Wilmington SIU Rep. Marshall Novack. Ship's committee members are, from the left: "Duke" Duet, bosun; Joe Barry, electrician; Lillie Houston, OMU; Joe Miller; chief cook; Milton Phelps, steward, and William (Flattop) Koflowitch, QMED. · · · · ·• / 26 / LOG / October 1984 ~--· ·~ ._,,,.. -- . ,;.... ·-•-·- ~-----c-- -- . -·~,.,.,,.. ·---"'"'- �\ The deck department-works at securing the main cargo runway .. ✓ • • Here's the main cargo door as it opens. USNS ·Bellatrix - ··.-; Joe Barry, electrician, checks out some of the instrumentation in the engine room. Bosun Duet operates the main cargo door from a portable control panel. '. ' I ' ' Here's .a view of.the engine room from above. · "Duke" Duet (right), bosun aboard the Bellatrix, c~ats with Capt. George Perkins (left) and former SIU member, Willie Furr, who is now chief mate. October 1984 / LOG / 27 . .,_,,.,.~-~.---·-----,-----·-' -- --~------~------,-··------- ----- - --.-- - ' �Health Talk Diabetes:· ·wh-en suga_r· Isn't sweet N EARL Y 600,000 new cases of diabetes are diagnosed each year in the United States. This represents one newly-diagnosed diabetic, person per minute. About 11 million Americans, one in every 20, .is a diabetic, and the incidence of the dread disease is rising each year. ' Prevention What IS diabetes? Diabetes is a lifelong disease • that affects the way a person 's '-) body digests and uses the food he_ or she eats. In the normal digestive process, sugars, starches and other foods are changed to a form of sugar called ·. glucose. The bloodstream earries this glucose to the cells of the body where, with the help. of insulin ,(a hormo ne produced in· the pancreas), it is. changed into quick energy forimmediate useori sstore dforfu turene eds. In diabetics, however, this nor-.. ma! proces s is interrupted. - •• · · Diabetes develops when the · . •/ Because onset of Type II diabetes is gradual, the disease often goes undetected for years. But being overweight should give you a warning to go for a physical examination, for Type II diabetes has been linked to obe· · sity and inacti.v ity. Obesity is, in fact, the main cause. of diabetes. E:ightyaperc cent of all diabeti<; patients are · ov.erweight at_ the tim_e. o.f d. iag. . . _ . nosis, and moderately obese_·. people are five times inore likely.· symp toms -Doctors once believed that diabetes was seldom prevents able and rarely cJirable. Obesity was thought to be onJy>a cause · of the disease that was basically · hereditary. Recent observa- -_ -tions, -however, have_ shown · these ic!eas to be false. · ],\,{any now believe that obesity· is the most fundamental_ cause of the Type II diabetes. Recent studies .show that the disease can be._ prevented by - controlling how much is eaten and preventing obesity. The risk of diabete s is closely · .Although anyone may de- . related to how fat a pers,.on.is and velop diabetes, there are certain how long he or she has been fat. groups that are more susceptible. These groups should be Ifyoua rearno ngjjie diabet ics specially alerted: • who are too fat, yo\l \1~$d only eat less and exercise mor&JcEas 1) anyon.e with a diabetic par· ·· · ier· said than done, of course , ent . but it can be done. . .... 2) those '\-Vho are overweight Thefi.rst.,st.e.Firl.,l\>.·t.f.· · fgh,t. 3) those Who areov er 40 yeats is to understand cleafl ~> old ,;~ ing weight is not just an issue Some people . have no symp- of looking feelin g~~~ ~!! body does not produce enough toms at all. In othe·r people,· the · insulin , or the insulin produced II 1·fi -· h.. · · ·•· is rea y a I e or dea:t issue. ,cim . •···~ . .·!i:ll.J(_.e..i"l'.-,.:U.~.J.:~~.·.:.,e. ~..·~./.,.•. .•.·.•,. . '.'e -.•,!li..n.• ,. o e t - et t e "'~an' .'i!i·.d. ·. . . "~~!!IiPJ i~lf:::~ . •. P~]!;lf f10Iis, c~: 1s/th., . "J;,!J~' · leai:hn g· cituse dthiaeb·.•·.·.·ce.teellss, tgolubceo·suesecdanunpo_tletnatec.~.. · · ..... ' conce; ned iibout':U .sualfy•'.these of death by disease in the United According to: the American . · cuIJIUlatesintheblood until some Diabetes Association,· many sympto mi, include feeling tired, States. of ihe surplus is eliminated by cases could be preven ted if in~. freque nt urin:ationr "ext:rime · :,, Jt:ts,,i jsaihe le~if the kid_neys. . divii:luals maintained desirable . thif(lt,;,lt~IW:fflffn:; fi~'W J~IiY i'\11~, .45, bodyw eighta ndkep tphysi cally and sores that heal slowly. · ·· t~ 60, About ?R~~~ f~enf'o {li~. r·_.·v·.·.l{\~·.·s.·.··of '"'labe.tes· fit throughout life, because the · · ·· · ' d1abetes-relared 'blmdne~•OC' "" u chance of getting Type II diaEarly diabetes, will"JI~t,t,,e ·· ct:ttsiil:Jieople mad'ed ialteti~ by· There are two major types betes doubles with every 2Q per- fou nd unless sp.e~ifipally,lQoll:.c;4 -. obesity. 0 Diabetes ,c'ah also lead diabetes: Type I, or insulin-de- cent of .excess weight you add for, so. th t, beSlwaY tci fi nd out . to.heartat~i::kS:and strokes, and pfindent, and Type II, or non- to your body. if you have,tbe disease.is to go ii't d'irec'fly .contributes tp· high · " 1 insulin to the_ SIUh clinic or to your dependent. Type I, ,or. . . ,, pressure,. . s· ·, - · merly calleo juvenile diabetes, Exactly how obesity causes persona1 P ysician ,or a t hor- blood In addition, 8.bout half of the develops in about 15 percen t of • diabetes i1, not yet completely , ough exami nation. 40,000 amputations yearly for the cases, most often in children known, but recent research has ·gangre nejn this countr y involve and young adults. It comes on· · shown us many things. We know, people who are or were too fat. · quickly and dramatically due to for examp le,Jha t in people who TeSt ing So obesi ty-and diabetes-:-'-Can a severe lack of insulin. People are vecy overweight, insulin is There are several different blind, maim and kill. with Type I diabetes must give less effective a nd ·the insulin tests for diabetes. Some basic Although there is no known themselves insulin injections • . producers in the pancreas have tests involv e urine or blood· cure for diabetes, the condition every day.of their lives. ·· to work· two or three ti.mes as samples. These screening tests - can be controlled so ·.that the Type II, fotmerty· called ma- hard as in slender people'. for are able to _spot people who are rQutine of normal life. may not turity-onset diabetes, is far more a few years-:--maybe even a few likely· to develop diabetes, or.. be seriously altered. common and develops in about decade s-the bodies of obese who are in the early stages of, The key to controlling c!ia85 percen t of the cases, ust1ally · people can. manufacture th e ex- · the diseas e,. People whose glu- betes can be found in diet, exoccurring-inadults oyer 40y(;lars tra insulin they fequire. case levels seem high in. these ercise and, when required, medof age. · · .. But after 10 to 30 years, the initial screening tests may be ication. This is the type the SIU cliri- cells grow tired from this extra advised to have further cliagIn fact, about 90 percen t of ics. detect most often in Seafar- work Fat people still produce· nostic tests performed. In these· obese diabetics who take tablets '~"ers. Jn this type. of diabetes, some insulin but not· the high tests, .blood sample s are ana~ to help stabilize their glucose some insulin is produc~cl by the · levels required h_y their bodies. lyzed by a laboratory. The phy- · levels would ·need• no medica~ pancreas, but the body's cells And often the cells becom e. siciarithen·us es'theresults-,along · tion jf they could achi<i've norresist the insulin's action and . completely exhausted, at which with such information as famii}'.: ma! body weight. Moreover, the insulin canno t be used ef- · point insulin iniections become history and symptoms'/to inake · losing weight usually results in '4ectiv ely. necessary. a diagnosis. ·.,. . (Continued on Page 29.f 0 and ? 0 l\ltitj,;ift?~{Jion -. ·. of 28 / LOG / October 1984 - . ----- ·-- - - - .. - ..•.--- --- . - - · - - - - �l \N-_ -! Th.e Thompson Pass (lnterooean Management) stopped over in Los Angeles late last month. · In ' anq Around the Port of Los Angeles . ' ' SIU Rep Marshall Novack meets with the crewmembers aboard the Star of Tex~s (Titan Navigation) at a recent stopover in Los Angeles harbor. Pictured he.re are, from the left: John Blatchford, QMED/engine delegate; Novack; Inocencio M.. Desaville, ·AB/deck delegate; ·Henry Mobley, assistant cook; ISM<? Fletcher, steward, and Mark Wooley, AB/ ~ Health Talk (Continued from Page 28.) a dramatic reversal of diabetes and prevents many serious complications of the disease. Exercise is a great help in trying to lose weight, for it uses up calories. Even if weight loss does not result, improved conditioning tends' to reduce the load on your overworked pancreas, lowers your blood sugar '"'March .of Dimes :, SAVES BABIES HELP FIGHT BIRTH DEFECTS . ' The Ogden Columbia (Ogden Marine) also came through Los Angeles last month. Here, SIU Rep Marshall Novack, left, talks with crewmembers. They are, from the left: Phillip Tarantino, pumpman; Mohammad O'Halli, GSU; Chester Moss, steward; and Percival Wicks, chief cook. World's Largest Floating Gas Station Diabetes: When Sugar Isn't Sweet 'liY If they lqok tired, .it's because it's 2 a.m., and ABs Gene Wils.on and Mark Wooley are s.till at work aboard the Star of Texas (Titan Navigation). · level-and improves the diabetic condition. . Insulin injections and tablets may help control diabetes, but they can't reverse or cure it. For the fat diabetic, diet and exercise usually offer far more. ••• The function of the SIU clinic is to protect the· health of Seafarers and their families .by detecting incipient illness or di$ease - inthe~lystagesofdevelopment when they may still be treated. Be sure to use this benefit-,-or ~ your ow~ .~rsonal . physician-and get your regular med· ii:al checkup. And while you're there-get tested for diabetes. .. ·u.s.· Ships Must Store U.S. . Fue1·· . The world's largest floatfng (which says U.S.-ships must gas station will be under a U.S. move U.S: military cargo) not flag. Earlier this year the De- only applied to the transportapartment 9f Defense sought tion of American military goods, bids on the storage of some 1.6 but also the storage of such million barrels of jet fuel in the . supplies if it seemed likely the Middle East, but said the con- supplies . would, have .to be tract for storing the fuel would moved. be awarded'to the lowest bidder In addition to citing the legal regardless of flag. Through the efforts of several aspects of the issue, supporters senators and · representatives said the· fuel would be more' when both houses of Congress· · secure on U.S.-flag, U.S.-crewed passed supplemental appro- ships, and if needed in an emerpriations bill, it included a ban gency could be moved rapidly. on using foreign-flag ships to Five U.S. operators have bid . store Ameri<;!l!l militll.fy fuel. .. on a five-year fu.el storage conThe pro.pon.ents 0f the U.S.~ . tract, and the contract is ex· flag requirei:nent said that the pected to be awarded sometime Military Cargo Act of 1904 this month. · a I . ! --- October 1984 /LOG/ 29 ,. ·--- ~- --~ .,. · ~ ~. - - { ... f- �Richard Joseph Chias. · son, 60, joined the SIU in the Deep Sea James Ross Abrams, 59, joined the SIU in the port of Baltimore in 1956 sailing as a chief cook and bartender. Brother' Abrams is a veteran o.Hhe u.s·. Navy duringl'orld War II. He was born in Camden,, N.J. and is a resident of . Lake, Mi$S. Arcadio · Alvarado, 67, joined the SIi.i in the port of New· Orleans. in· 1968 1:1ailing · as a FOWT. Brother Alvarado was born· in Honduras, Cen- . tral America and is a resident of New Orleans. \ Jasper "Gus" Cornelius Anderson, 65, joined the SIU . in the port of New York in 1955 sailing as.a chief steward. Brother Anderson was on the Pi:ierto Rico Marine Shore-gang. from 1978 to 1983.· He hit the. bricks in bpth the 1961 Greater N.Y. Harbor beef and the 1962 · Robin Line s.trike.. Seafarer Anderson was born in Panama and is a resident ·. of South Ozone Park, Queens, N.Y. ,,.........It,,· I. port of New Orleans in 1955 sailing as a recertified bosun. . Brother Chiasson was graduated frQm the Union's Recertified Bosuns Program in . January 1975. He is a veteran oftheU.S. Navy in World War If serving as an armed guard. Seafarer Chiasson is- also a . deep sea diver...A native of Lockport, La., he resides in· Gretna, La. · Tadeusz "Tad'' Chilinski . Sr., 65, joined the SIU in 1942 "' in the port of New York.sailing · as a recertified bosun. Brother Chifinski was graduated from the Union's,. Recertified .. Bo.. suns Program in' Sepf.errlfier 1975. He was born In ProSi:ren, Poland and is a naturalized U.S. citizen. Seafarer Chilinski is a resident of Ramona:, Calif. · Claren~. ·· Robert .Low-.. man, 57, joined the SIU in the port of Norfolk in 1968 sailing as a QMED. Brother Lowman is a veteran of the,U.S. Navy ·. in World War IL He was born inVirginia and is a resident of Portsmouth, Va. _- ... . _Basilio Rodriguez Mal. don.aldo, ·65, joined the SIU .· •in tl:ie port of Baltimore in 1958 sailing as a recertified bosun. ·Brother Maldonaldo .· was graduated fcom .the Union's .· Recertified Bosuns: Program .·..in December 1974. He was a / former memberofthe Taxicab .Union, Local 426, AFA. Sea~ .. farer Maldonaldo i$ a veteran of the U.S. Army in World War ti. And he is also an amateur · boxer. A native of Ponce, P.R., . he is-a resident of Rio Piedras, · P.R. · John Herbert Edlund, 57, joined the SIU in 1948 in the port of Mobile sailing as a. FOWT. Brother Edlund was a . . f~rmer membei of the NMU. •. He;was born in Mobile and is : a resident there, · · '6,.... °'-/~c;•z1:r•# . Qr'.~..'. '"t.~ SIU iri ;t94G, 1if:i the . . Philadelphia sa.iling as a chief·: steward. Brotha( Ayler was . born · in Alabama and is a.;, resident of Whistler, Ala. · , • Jack Broi::k, 64, joined the . · SIU in the. port of New York in 1957 sailing as a chief elec- . trician, chief pumpman and ·· deck engineer. Brother Brock attended i:tPiney Point E<:lucational Conference. 1-ie' is 8 · veteran of the U.S. Air Force. during World War II. Seafarer Brock is also a photographer. Born in Round Rock, Texas,· he is a resident of New Or, leans.. Walter Gray Butterton Sr., 59, joined the SIU in 1946 in the port of Nor:tolk sailing as a recertified l;>osw,. Brother Butterton was grl:!,duated from the Union's · Re.certified Bosuns Program in 1973. He also sailed during the Vietnam War and attended a 1972 Piney Point Educational Conference. Seafarer . Butterton . was born in Virginia ~nd is a · resident of Portsmouth, Va. 30 (LOG /October 19&4 John William Francis, 63, joined the SIU in the port of _Baltimore in 1957 sailing ~s a OMED. Brother ~rancis was born in Linn Creek, Mo. and. is a resident of Baltimore. · Paul Clifford Guillory; 65,. joined the SIU in the port Houston in .1964 sailing as a FOWT. Brother Guillory is a woun_ded veteran ofthe U.S. Army in World War II serving in the Rhine Campaign in Germany. He was born in.Mamou; . La. and is a re~ident there. of John Anthony Larify, 69, • joined the SIU in the port of·· · · New York in H~62 sailing in. the steward · department. · Brother Larity was ori th!ipicket ·· line in the 1965 District Cour{; cil 37 beet He was born in ··New York and is resident of · Brooklyn, N.Y.. a l 'Il Joseph Nathan Mouton, 5!3, joineEtttie SIU in 1945 in ·. tHe port of Galveston sailing as an oiler. Brother Mouton is a veteran of the U.S. Navy, He was born in Louisiana and is ;a.,residen( of La Marq1,te, Texas. .. Joseph John Nawrocki, 57, joined the SIU in the port of Ba;ftimore in 1959 sailing as a cook.. Brother Nawrocki is a veteran of the U.S. Army after World .War IL He was born in Pennsylvania and is resident of Baltimore. a Antho11y Carl P.a.r~er, 58, .. joined the:Slu iriJ946 irr the portof Sa,'varinah, Ga. sailing · as a FOWT. Brother Parker · als9 SJ3.ileddu~lng theVietn'am War.· He was born in Ohio and is fesid~nt Bf Savann.ah. ·•· .. ' a l ! ! �•IC ,'. . ~~.~~~~~J~i':l~cl:; ::"· . . , "~Sllil~imi!ll~8iim~~0il&efc . ' ·•, , i.;!So~!!!ildflf~l!!IJ~lj);.-,:,,. .,.~-• . 10meo'1tl'le4S16.if'i~e1J>t>ttifst' • . .Lester WiHl~111 Peppett, 65, . joined the $10 in 1942 in the port of Philadelphia sailing ~s a chief pumpman. Brother Peppett was born in Natick, Mass. and is a resident of Galveston, Texas. ·. 65, joir:ied the SIU, in the port of Hquston in t9(;l.5 sailing as a cook. Brother Sherman is a veteran of the (1.s: Army in World War II. He was born in · Luverne, Mir:in. and is a resi• dent of Beaumont, Texas .. Odell Bennett Powell, 59, · joined the SIU i!l 1943 iri the port of New York sailing as a bosun. Brother Powell was born in Blackstone, Va. and is a resident of Brodr:iax, Va. Konstantino N. Venlzelos, 65, j'oined the SIU .in the - 0 a. .' :.'.:'~[ Sl(f'in the pdit' ofNe,vfYOf;~ , ·•in J9§4: saJlfrtg· a~:'ij, ifQVfl'::> sro'tf.Yer Wililrow§fi!?~ii~tifi t ·- - . ·"•_-YI',.,.. the Vietnam War. fie- fs i:llso , a refrigerator repairman. Born . in Brooklyn, N.Y., he is a res- · .•ident t)lere. ·At, Sea: /~~rro@r@ -,,~ .· Great· Lakes 1atrows ,, 66, Joine , e '"'· - Walter Wright, 53, joined : the SIU in the port of Phila- delphia .in 1965 sailing as an .. AB •quartermaster. · Brother Wright helped to organizethe .Atlantic Oil Co. · in 1952. He . took .the. LNG Course at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship in Pi· ney Point, Md, .in 1979. Seafarer. Wright was born in Gloucester Cjty, N.il. He's a resident of Bellmar, N.J . a the Sll,Pr:i''1'9'~8 in the port of ,1',;!.e.w¥ork sailing as a chief ptirnpman. Brotl,er Pyk .:was , bona it1 Philadelphia and is · residelit of 'Fort Lauderdale, · Fla. ' Gilbert T. Wolfe, 55, joined the SIU in the port of Baltimore in 1955 sailing as an AB for the Steamship Service Corp. ,from 1966 to 1984. Brother Wolfe began sailing in 194fl. He was born in Baltimore and is a resident there. Richard James Sherman, . Frank Walter West, 74, joined the..SIU in 1939 in the port of New Orleans. Broth.er Wesf received a Union:81:i'r. s6nal Safety Award in 1961 for riding an accident-free ship;. the SS Del Valle (Delta Line). · Hewas born in"'Pennsylvania ··and is a resident of Jefferson, ) " , port of New York .,in 1957 sail• '\1ng as an AB·quarterm,:1ster.. Brother Venizelos is vete.ran of the Greek Armed Forces. ·He was born in Greece and still resides there. Martin J91),:1,Pyk, 66, joined • . .s.:Corner. '-,., Norfolk in '1963 sailir:ig as· .a•" cook. ·Brother ·Sessoms· was · born in Suffolk, Va. and is a resident of Norfolk. · N!:lWOrleans sailing.as a chief · steward, Brother Pedrosa is a veteran of the U.S. Army in Worid War II. He was born in Puerto Rico and is. a resident of.Levittown, P.R. WI · e!j!;-.J..-~~i!il~e¥,_ .§;!;,, · joined the Union in the porfof ·~ D~lu,tl:r, ~inn.:in~:~.Ur9th~~, , J?1!i)l1ey 1:;t a,;res1deA~ -et ·Two· ··.Harbors/Minn.• . " ' s~d decks of the derelict, captained by Capt. Chen Liang Lin, the crew they hadn't been ashore in six weeks except for ·two. hours liberty in · Panama. And theyhadn'.t been paid in eight months! At the. end they were eating sun-dried fisl-1 caughtoff the de.ck's. Several required medical treatment. , . · ·· ·, · ·· •·:c · · 1 .. SIU's VP Turner, Others Aid 27 Marooned Taiwan Seamen Leading a "seamen-to-seamen" rescue mission on Aug. 29 in the port of San Francisco were SIU l:1<ecutive VP Ed Turner, the SUP, MFU, MEBA, MM&PU, APL, Matson Line and the Delancy St.• F,0.1,m- . dation. All were prepared to help feed 2-7 marooned, destitute Taiwanese crewmembers aboard the stranded collier, SS Panamax No.v1!L(Way Wiser Navigation). _ The 17-year-old bulker had-been laying dead in the water for more than a month, beyond the three-mile limit in Drake's Bay off Marin County'_s Pt. Reyes Peninsula, "awaiting ipstructions" and cash .for fopd, . fuel, supplies, pilot and dock fees from the company. · · Hearing of ±heir plight on Aug. 28, the Taiwanese Counsel Paul Mao · delivered some provisions to the beleaguered seafarers while Broth~r Turner-and MEB~ District 1's Frank Lauritsen led the maritime group\o raise funds to send· 100 cases of fresh fruit and vegetables and. food to Pier 9's donated·($150 an hour) la!loch OaklandPilot (Western Towing and Barge) for delivery to the Panamax Nova crew. • Later, VP Turner pointed .out that the· delivery was. a "seamen-to, seamen movement and maritime industry-to-maritime industry move• ment." ' · Ori July 6, the bulker loaded 50,000 tons of coal in Baton"Rouge, La.. for the Taiwan Electric Co. of Kaohsiung.· On Aug. 29,·as helicoptered-in TV crews filmed the guano-encrusted Supertankers' Brooldyn, Maryland Seek OK ' for Alaska Run The supertankers, the 225,000 dwt Brooklyn (Anndep SS Corp.) and the 265,000 dwt Maryland (Bay Tankers) are seeking the gr~en light from MARAD to enter the Alaskan-Lower 48 trade for six months. · · The Brooklyn would sail from Valdez, Alaska to Panama, while the Maryland would haul direc;tly from Valdez .around Cape Horn, South Al"(lerica to the U.S. Gulf or Caribbean. .Matson Sef to launch 'New'Barge Ocf•. ,1,9 The new comainer barge, Mauna Loa (Matson Line), to run between Honolulu, Maui, Hawaii and Kauai Is,, is scheduled to be launched and christened. Oct. -19 in ceremonies at the McDermott Shipyard, ·New Iberia, ta. It will begin s.eNice in 1985. The. 350-foot self,unloading vessel will have a capacity of 216 .containers and 1,700 tons of bulk molasses. · MARAD OKs:. API. Buy of 5 Sarges .· MARAD 11as approV.ed APL's buying of five trailer-carrying barges and their lease to 1999 to TMT (Crowley Marine). . • The barges are the' Jacksonville, Miami, San Juan, Fortaleza and Ponce. - ,: October. 1984 /LOG/ 31 -· r.: �Deep Sea Charles ;\Jan Mullen, '32, die, Pensioner Manuel Da _Silva berg School of Seamanship, EnSr.,85, passed away from can- try Trainee Program, ·Piney in Jacksonville, Fla. on June 8 Pensioner Jescer in a hospital in Salreu, Por- Point, Md. in 1975. He sailed as Brother Mullen joined the SH sie R. Bolling, tugal on June 15. Brother Da an AB. Seafarer Pynes was born · following his graduation fror -, died on Sept. 12. Silv~ Joined the SIU in 1947 in in Philadelphia and was, a resi- thci Seafarers Harry Lundeber, Brother l3olling the port of New York sailing as den( there. Surviving are. his .. School of Seamanship Entr: · retired in 1978. a chief steward, He began, sail• parents, Charles and Virginia Trainee Program, Piney Point He joined the ing atthe age of 15 in 191:l when Fynes Sr. of Philadelphia; three r Md. in 1969. He sailed fl.S~a cook . SIU· in the port he rode the U.S. Army Trans- brothers-and seven sisters. Born in Oakland, Calif., he.,wa of Mobile. Sea- port troopships to France. Seaa resident of Jacksonville. Bur · ,. :L;.;:;; . . Pensioner Fred farer Bolling was farer Da Silva, who sailed 48 iai was at sea. Surviving are hi, ,;;:Milton Hazard a resident of Theodore, Ala. years, also sailed for the Isthmother, Maxine M. Mullen o 71, passed Surviving ·rs his widow, Alice. mian Line in 1927 as well as Norfolk; a brother, Michael o · away on Sept. 16. during World War II and the Virginia Beach, Va., and foru · Brother Hazard Korean War. His last ship was sisters, Alice Mullen and Terr) joined the SIU in 'the SS Steel Rover in 1961. A Fitzpatrick, both of Norfolk . . Pensioner Luis . · the)port of MoJudy Cooksey of Virginia Bead _,\ Carbone, 71, native of Portugal, he was a bile in 1952 ~ailresident of Salreu. Surviving are and Janet Mullen of St. Louis passed away on .ing as a bosun and .~Q,. . his widow, Laurenfina; a son; Sept. J. Brother deck delegate\ He was a veteran Carbone joined Seafarer Manuel A. Da· Silva of the U.S. Navy Seabees in Pensioner -Ni, the SIU in 1947 Jr.; a daughter-in-law, Isabel and 'World War II, Seafarer Hazard canar Orencio, i11 tfie port of San · two grandsons, Helder and Mig- · wa~ born in Mississippi and W\ls . 78, died of natu• uel Angelo, all of Jacksonville. Juan, P.R'. sailof Mobile. Surviving .: al causes in the ., isa resident ing as a bosun, a: so_n, Fred, Jr. of Mcibi_le_. .·,, · · MedBrookdale Pensioner · ElHe was born in Police, P.R. fl,nd .· Pensioner .An-, · ical '"'-i{;<::~1;1ter, meF Ray De was ·a resident of Rio Piedras, toine KerageorBrooklyn; l'\f::¥. Shong, 82, passed P.R. Surviving are his widow, giou, · 61-, · · sue.on S~pt. 9. away fro!I!heart:. Emma and a daughter, Emma. · ··· b d t . · · · . . . . . ·B:n:0ther...,®'rencio lung.• · failur¢ in Slidell, ; La. on , 1 Aug. 15. Brother Hospital, River chief cook. lie ~8:iled 4Sxr:ar~. De Shong joined · Ridge, La. on Seafarer Orencm was, born- m the SIU in 1939 . .t ~~~YiW!e~~dt~ll~k~ rci_s~ , , ., ·.c 9· .. ~s· - : .LI{.. ~ •s.r,;- "'~ ':,;~c'f§'.,' ~ ~~~t-< . ;. nt-~Breoklyn.Tnte~enf-was burg, S.C. Gen- m the ACS beefrn the po of llieportof'ffilw reansml956 ·mEvergreenGemetery,B~oo)<:eral Hospital on New Orleans aAd attended the sailing as a recertified bosun. . lyn. Surviving are hi,~ wi?o'1i Aug. 29. Brother 1970 Pit1ey Point Pensfoners He,. was .g!Jl<l?a,}~d . frQ{ll .;f~e, . E;~lfellB;; ~: t?rothe~••:X~~ ~ Coggins joined Crew .Conference. Seafarer De Umon's ·• Recertified Bosun:s·< ~B1'.Q.O~¥&~!l-!'!:~Jl~~~le, Vmthe SIU in 1939 .ShoQgwas a veteran of the U.S. . Program in 1974 arid was a vet- . cente Orencio; als6 'of Btookv; in the port of Mobile sailing as Army after World War I. Born · eran of the U.S. Army during lyn. • a bosun. He was a veteran of· · in Dover, Fla., he was a resident World War II. Seafarer Kera: the U.S. Navy after World War of Mary Esther, Fla. Burial was georgiou was also .a P.O:W. in .Pensioner I. A native of South Carolina, in the Gulfbree?:e (Fla.). Ceme- Nazi G~rmany, Born in MarPerry Samuel Coggins was a resident of Spar- tery. .Surviving· is his widow, seilles, France, ·he was a na,tu- .· · Payne, 71; pass«! tanburg. Interment was in the Min.nie. ralized U.S. citizen- and a resi· awayonSept.10. Greenlawri Memorial Gardens dent of River Ridge. Burial was . Brothcir · Payne Cemet_ery, Spartanburg. SurPensioner in the. Toomer ·Cemetery,• Lajoined the SIU in Garth Garland combe, La.· Surviving are liis viving is his widow, My-rtl.;._ _1942 in the port Durham,60,died widow, Monique and three of New York on Sept. 12. · daughters, Denise, Marie An- · sailing as a cook . . Brother Durham toinette and Cecelia. · He was wounded veteran of .Pensioner joined tbe SIU in the U.S. CoastGuard iri World Milford· Robert Eugene 1942 in the. port · Croto, 56, died on Holcombe Mc- War II. Seafarer Payne was born ,of Savannah .'sailDonald, 59, dicid .. in Mississippi.and was a resident Aug. 21. Brother . .. . ing .as a bosun. on Aug. 30. of New Orleans. Surviving is Croto :c. . joined He was born in Pisgah, Ala. and Brother Mc- . his widow, Agnes .. the SIU in 1944 was a re.sident of. Chickasaw, in the port of · Donald joined the Ala. Suryiving is his widow; •. ·. Pensioner SIU · in 1945- in New· Orleans. Laura.... ·· · Frank· Pieczythe port of San · · He walked the Francisco sailing · · Charles Frankoln, 61; died on picket line in the 1946 General · July 15. Brother. Maritime strike and the· 1947 · cis Fynes Ji:,,' 30, as a refrigeration engineer'. He died on Aug. 2. also sailed during World War Pieczykolnjoined Isthmian beef. He was bo,rri in ' the SIU in the "-' Massachusetts and was a -resiBn:>ther Pynes II. Seafarer McDonald was born port of New Or.joined the SIU in Newton, Miss. and was a . dent of East Boston, Mass. Surle'aris in 1955 sailfollowing . his resident of Pass Christian, Miss. viving. are hiscmother, .Pauline Surviving are his mother, Ella .ing as a cook. He of French Settlement, La., arid graduatfori from was .on ·tlici picket line in the two brothers, William· and Edthe Seafarers of Canton, Miss. and his father, 1962 Robin Line beef. And he Holcombe. of Pass Christian. Harry Lunde""/ ward of East Boston. /sr:, . ~!~'E~l!~!C"''~!~f :~i;~]~:~~~ :!7~~ a 32 /_LOG I October 1984 �-· was a .veteran of the U.S Air Forces during World .War II. Seafarer Pieczykoln was. born in. Pennsylvania _and. . .w:a:s .a:'-:,,--re.s-/ . .. . . ·.. . ident of Columbia; Mi~s. Sur~ yiving is his widow,. Ruth. . , . ' - -_ Pensioner Walter Ham- mond Sibley, 69, succumbed to injuries sustajned in an auto crash on Sept, 7. Brother Sibley .... . joined the SIU in 1946 in tlre port of New York sailing as a recertified .bosun. He sailed for Sea-Land and durfog the Vietnam War. Seafarer Sibley got a Certificate of Appreciation from Troop 355, Boy Scouts of. America, for "Valued ' . ,, . . Service · to Boyhood--.19611962." He was born in Alabama and was a resident of San Francisco.,,$fihrlving is his brother, Rol:re1{of Reform, Ala. · - -f;~- ·. _, ' . Robert. ''Bob" Steven Sowell, 26, died of injuries incurred in a car crash in Chatton Cty., . Ga. on Sept. 9.. Brotl:i.er Sowell joined the SIU following his graduation from the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship Entry Trainee Program, Piney Point, :Md. in 1977. He was an outstanding student there. He sailed as a cook and deckhand for Sea-Land in 1981 and for ACBL in 1978. Seafarer · Sowell also worked as a 'piledriver for the •Boaen · Dock Builders, Sava1wah, ·Ga. and as a striker oti a shrimpboat from 1974 to 1976. His hobby was "painting pictures." Born in Augusta, Ga., he was a resident of Savannah. Surviving are his mother, Penny of Savannah and his father, Dr. Raymond H. Sowell. Pensioner Thomas Francis place in the Evergreen Cemetery Crem11tory, Jacksonville. Smith, 69, · succumbed to heart disease in the Jacksonville (Fla.) Memorial ·Hospital on Aug. 25 .. Brother S,n:iith joined th_e SIU in the porfof Seattle in 1966 sailing as a chief steward. He also sailed during World War II and the Vietnam War. Seafarer Smith was a former member of the Marine Cooks. & Stewards Union. In 1977 he was graduated from the Union's Chief Stewards Recertification Program. A native· of East Boston, Mass., he was a resident of jacksonville. Cremation took Great Lakes Leslie William Sigler, 62, died in .New Orleans on March i1; . Broth~r Sigl~r joined the Union in-194.5'· in the port of New Orleans sailing as a cook. He was a veteran ·of the U.S. Marine Corps in World War II. Laker Sigler was born in Hurley, Wis. and was a resident of Ashland, Wis. Surviving are his mother, Mrs. Lester Sigler of Ashland; a brother, Lester, also of Ash.· land, and an aunt, Mrs. Barton of Washburn, Wis. Day . _...,, . Remember to Vote Nov.6 ,,,;;. •''#-~···_ r:7"-----.......,;,...------~=--==-'""""' ~ f .. K'NCJW',;Y1JdW1rsAfr~ • •, .. ~t:~c1i;~f;~~::~~~:,w~l~f:~1~1#~i~;J~·.. - _-.j:t~ortey t\fid Union finances. The-·coriStili.Jtion re-quires· a · . 'ti~<aJled audit oy Certified Public Accountants every three . m9nllis';lwhich.are to be sul,v1itted:to the membership by:'· the Sepretary~Tfeasurer. A qu_art~tl-Y.,fi~'ai1Ce··-coffirriitte·~ of rank and file members, elected Iiy the membership, makes examination· eac_h quarter of_ the finances of the· · Uqion and reports fully their findings and recommenda- ,•. ' ; EQUAL RIGHTS. All members are guaranteed equal .members of the SIU. These. · rights in employment and rights are clearly set forth in.the SIU constitution and in.:, the contracts which the Unjon has negotiated with_ the emp.loyers, ConsequeQt_Jy~ .!10 member may be discrimi- -. nated against because oT race. creed. <:o1or'. sex and .n·a~ '' , tional·o·r geographic origin. If any member feels that he is• dellied the ·equal rights to which he is entitled. he should. notify Union headquarters. t-i()os. Me1;nbers of this- committee· may ma:ke_ dissenting as reports, specific. recommendations and- sep_arate findings. TRUST FUNDS. All t;u,t funds of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf. Lakes and_ Inland W_atei:s_.l)istrict_are administere~ in _accordance with the provisions of-various trµst:_ftin,;J_'.·,·, a:~~ments. All these agreemerlts specify that the truSiees in. ·charge of these funds shall equally consist of Union and ·management representatives and their alternates. Ail e;;i,::penditures lin<l djsbursements of trust fu.nds are-made only upon approval by a majority of the trustees. All trust furi:<l financial records are available at the headqu·arters· of the various trust funds. -~ . . . CON§Tl'!,IJlfONAL. ~Gl/'.TS A'N:D'jOBLI~~= · TIQNS. Copies of the' SIU constitution are, ·availablein all Vnkm halls. All members should obtain copies of this eonstitu_tion so as to· familiarize- themselves: :w.ith''fts Con.·. tents. ·Any time yo_u feel any member or officer ,is attemptM ing to deprive y9u· o·f any constitutional right Or dhHgation, by ·~.n-f~ethbds s_uch as d_elling with charges. trials." etc.,· -~ as well aS aH otJ-ter detail"s. then the member so affected slioul<Limmediately notify headquarters. specdi~- provision for· safeguarding_Jh~ ffier.o~ri;:hjp's_;:_, . ~+.iiow:·voui. ~Tdij[~~·--::·· 11111lllmUllll11UIIIIIUU1lhlUlillflll11UJJi111111111Jillfllllq1U11lll111111111111U1llh11u1111111 S!!:AF«\RERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DONATION --Sl'AD. SPAD is a separate segregated fund. Its pro, patrolman_ or other Un.ion offi:iaJ.. in your opi'nion, fails ceeds are used to further _its objects and purposes 'inciud_... to protect your contract rights properly, contact .the ing. but not limited to, furthering the, political. social an,,t . nearest SIU port agent. . : .SHIPPIN'GRIGHTS. Your shipping rights and senioreconom_i.c interests of maritime workers.. the preservatiq(l';;t · ity are protected exclusively liy the contracts between the , EDITORIAL POU.CY - THE LOG. The Log has 3nd furthering of th~:,AmeriC~n Merchant Marine wfi'h· :> lJi,ion and the employers. Get to know your shipping tradition.ally' refrained from publishing any artic[e se,rving improved employment opportunities for seamen and-· · rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and available the political ·p1.,1rp0ses of any individ'ual in the Union. - _Qo:atmen an(J the'.~dvancement Qf trade union concepts. in all Union halls. If you feel there has been any violation · officer or members It has also refrained from publisliing In. connection' with ,uc:h objects; SJ'AD supports and Qf your shipping or seniority rights as contained in the·· articles_ deemed harmful to the Union ·or its colleCttve · cq'ntributes to political candidates for' elective office. All cpntracis between the Union and the employers. n~tify membership. This established policy has been reaffirmed contributions are voluntary. No contribution may be ihe Seafarers Appeals Board by certifie.d mail, return reby membership action at the September. 1960. meetings solicited or teceived because of ,force.- job diSCriminationf'~ _· ceipt requested. The prJper address for this is: . in all constitutional ports. The responsibility for .Log financial reprisal. or threat of such conduct. or as a con' Anps "Re_d" Caml)htll policy is vested in• an editorial boa'r<l which. consists of . dition of membership in the Union or.of employment. If Chairman, -..,.. Appeals Board the Executive Board of the Union. The Executive Board a contribution is ·made by reason of the above improper 52111 Aulh way and Britannia \\lly may delegate, from· amo_ng its ranks. one individual to conduct, notify the.Seafarers Union or SPAD hy certified Prince Georges County carry otlt this responsibility. ma"it within 30 days 'of the co_ntri.hutiOn for investigation · camp Springs, Md. 211746 and appropriate .action ·a~d~ refund. if involuntary. Sup- .. PA.YMENT OF MONIES. No monies are to be paid Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to port SPAD to protect and further your economic, poli0 · to ·anyone in any officiat capacity in- the· SIU utl_less ;m _ tical arid· .social interests. and American trade union ypu at all times, either by writing directly to the Union ...,.._ · official Union receipt is given for same. Under no circum-or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. concep~s. stances should any member Pay any money for any reason CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are availunless' he is given such receipt. ln ·the· event anyone Ir lit ani, tm,,; a member.feels that any of the •bo~·rlghl.'I have able in all SIU halls. The~ contracts specify the wages attempts to require ahy such payment be made without been 'l'lolat~, or that heh.. been deriled bis,constllulional right of ahd conditions. iirider which vou work and live. aboard supplying a receipt.-or if a member is required to niake a ..,,... io~umon records.or lnformalloi!: he should lmmediatlly notify your ship or boiit. Know you; contract rights, as well as p~ymerit and ·i$ giv:en an offic~al recejpt. but feels that he SIU Prmdtnl !'rank ~ at Huclquarim by certllled,mall, your obligations, such a.s filing for OT on the proper should not have been required to make such payment, this mum receipt~. Thead..... is~:!41.! Auth Waylllld Britannia ·. ':sl)eets"andjn the proper manner. If, at any time, any SIU should immediately- he reported to Union hea·<lqOarters. \\lly; Prince Georges Count)\ Camp Sprlnp, Md, 20746. . • October 1984 / LOG I 33 - ! j l ::i,· j �l Vote Nov. 6' As If Your Job and Your Onion Depended On n I Tax . J'ustice., MONDJII.E In TaxN WHI be bowled 11185 . There·, no olh ••• •net 8\'81 tbocly knows IL RNgan•, aea f er way to keep the naUon fro · job&: . . I \oble&S rates . an t,ac\t yecc,fd on 1981·83 created h1ghes _· eas Re&9 R publican recess\.on .· episodes ol \oble&SO . Reagan· e . one or more. r----....!!•~:;. . ; : , . , .. , ~ . ~ ~ri!•~--............ :::,,:!!!!;'•:,;•~u~ff~e:r•~d'..::~---...:::~~~·~~~~~n~~--, ,.., much Jower-pa lo:rPntz and tJe:rry fTwo. dozen reas l'ole Mondalef.Fo.ns Plus one to erraro No11• 61 They•;e for a future ot rich Americans • fairnes s to all Americans rather than They're for fuJJ emp/o tion of a strong, 1avor to . g~owr:::t:~:::;i:.s With teeth in them a~ the .founds- o red Ink ... hl1 aff.tfme high hOO~=•::.::._Ronald 'Ill PZSac . . . . _ .____ ·_ ., ~Ngan. Track R.- ~ . on .Tax·•• 11111 h ....... --""' ,- ~ Engineered 1opside,d · --_,_ across.•thirb ·• Cuts threw a bone i - ;_- . _oard tax cuts In 1981. Result· 0 average American bo · ·• Cutsserved_asideofb f . s,a ut$125a.year. ma~ing $100;QOO alld u:.e to wealthy Americans •.. ~early $9,000 to th • Cuts gave a Whole h 018 IAR!fJ ,,. .... _,_,_. - erd to Bia Oil J!lnA ....... __ • BEAGAN ..... vs. WOIIBEIIS --·--· • Opposes reform of labor laws to protect v.:orkers' right to organize, speed· up union representation elections, prevent employers from stalling and from dis_cri~inating against union activists. - :,.,,..~~-~-;--.-~ · • Only President ~r to break, .a union, PATCO, the air traffic controllers. Threw 11,000 persons out of work. {None of complaints that drove PATCO to strike has been addrcsacd adequately Since Reagan broke the union. As a·'r_esult, present controllers. now make exactly same complaints, are moving t~ard unioiiization.) Security tor the Elderly? 4; MONDALE rograms tor the elderly: Reagan track record on p : ercent 1or those , . . Congress): Cut benefits 40 ~Ver-all protection • Initial proposalsd(re1e~~:::xty benetits 33 p~rcient; slas.h tlrl a at 62; re uce ' ed cuts· $200 billion.) . 1·11 (hitS' ·- •-• .. rnoos · • Jmum bene _,. - rnnnth m_1n _.... ,,... r.old offSprl_ng Beal 'Family Issues? MOIVDAJ.E . " President Reagan and hi . . family Issues" as if .they hav:a~~~~~~~n.osnervthaeti.ve akllies constantly preach about mar et of co What they're reall talk" ncern about the family. their beliefs about th y . mg about, though, are singf . ese smg/e issues on the entl e iss~es, and they try to force .... . . . . . .· ~ . . . . ___,., re popul_at,on. . . ---r---= Reagan track 1'8Cord .on ec1·UC . • · ·· · ...-- _. a1on: 1 • ..slashed aid to P~bl' 1· • 1c e ementary seco d •-·cut i-ea/ _fet:18ra/ aid tO ed ' n ,ry schools • Ph -· ucatlon by 25.perc&nt • De:::::t-Social Security eduriatlonal benefits cap ed huge cuts (COngress blocked edugatlo~hlldren, key programs :tor dlsadv!~T:1g)edlnyedutchatlon aid for handJou , vocatlonar , • Slas_hed college loan pr getahl h . The issue is the future . 6 Americans will choose On Novembernd·dates for pfJSident .'; • ms and two pol1cieSbetween two ca I and be_~een two pr~ chcH)!lti between two Above all , ,- • we wt visions of-the future. ises Watter Mondale's • • • prom One • -• • • The other • , • ROllfaimess to all Amencans, . ontinued favor to a\d Reagan's ••. assures c . ,,1•nlthr Americans.Mondale's ••• represents One • • • Walleriratiolll ol average Ameri• the values and asp ibitity and com• cans-family. work, resRpoona•"ld R,s•an's ••• passion. The other,... I the ri<.h and by the isshapedby-thevaues.o • ambitions oi."lhe_ corp0nllons. . Walter Mondale's •• • stresses ade• One. , •. • •n need and rtStora• q~ate aid to Amen::'st;..t help theffl, ·~e tion of the_ pro~ Rn n's ••• preordains other • • R~n:om ou:i:.atiOna1 responsibil• further re rea need assistance, ity to those wh~ter Mondale's , •• foretells opOne • • • Wa • The other • • • portunity for al~ Ame~cansk,sa opportunit~ Ronald Reagans • • • - ortt for far too ma~t:"':;~:inpassing issue of At stake wit ~ • and its ~ l e are 15 the fu!'9re 01 con-cem to ·worltini many iSSUes O pa • • The morel of Ronpeople and thei ... ·r ::e~~m of Walter Mo11- 1 t ahl'Reagan • rtfc!':: r•-e-- dale OIi these issues follow- 34 / LOG / October 1984 • . ** - �D~rectory of Ports l'nlnk Droz.Ilk, PtNident E:d Turner, VEmc. V'ICe ~ Joo DIGlorglo, Secma,y-Treasun,r Leon Hall, Vice President Angua "Red" ~mpbell, Vice PTNfd6nt Mike Sacco, Vie& Pf8Sldent Joo Sacco, Vic<, P/8Sldent . ~ Mccartney, Vloo Prss/dont HEADQUARTERS 5201 Auth SIU Vice President Red Campbell answers questions from a group of recertified bosuns who spent the day at · Union headquarters this month. The bosuns are James Lewis, Irving Glass, John Donaldson, Virgil Dowd, Benedict Veiner, Billy Darley, Albert Pickford, Charles Bramble, Kenneth Kramlich, John Davis and Antonio Mercado. _ Dispatchers Report for Deep Sea.· Sept. 1-29, 1984 :rN:c.:i)t::::;:::::::::;:: All Greups Class A Cius B Clan C 2 •59 Phlladelphla .. .. . .. .. . • . . .. . . Balllmore .. .. .. . .. .. . . .. • • .. Norfolk..................... ·Mobile..................... New Orleans .. .. .. .. .. .. . .. • Jamonv111e.............. ... SanFrancisoo .... ,, . -.,/···... • Wilmington • -.:~'°".,........... Seattle .... ,•..,,-....... '.. . .. • . Pue!)o;Rlco . . .. .. . . .. .. .. . .. _Port ·. .•. 9 12 • 1 36 30 6 14 J 0 252 ,:.Piney Point ..... .. . .. .. ..... "TO!als ...... •• ...... · · .. · . .. . .. . Gloucester ........ ~ .. , .... :.. ·New·York................... l'tllladelphla . 2 46 .< 2 19 12 19 .21' 14 7 206. ,)la-:::;::;:::::::::::::::: .i . "TOTAL REGISTEIIEII TOTAL IHIPPEO All Greups Clan.A Class I f' 1 DECKDrARTMEl/i 0 ' 46 NOT AVAILABLE O 0 0 2 0 oo K g o O 111 0 .· O 0 o 0 0 oo ·o 0 oO O o... D . •.·o EIIGINE1DEPAIITIIENTO. 4 1· 17. 5 O 1 12 13 . 7 . o 10 42 31 . 11 5 5 4 4 . 12. 18 18 O 19 NOT AVAfABLE 0 2 197 81 o1 1 2 . 12 3 Clan C ·32 1 O T~p . Rellllf1 . '*REGISTEREB ON BEACH AIIGrau~ Clan " Clan • Clan .C O 6 0 · 0 o o o 0 o1 ~ o 105 89 14 32 76 46 55 1, 98 13 " 1 14 22 6 •12 · 25 . 15 . 6 ~ camp Springs, Md. 207~~ {301) 899·06_7q ALGONAC, Mich, · 520 St. Clair River Dr. 48001 . {313) 794-49811 BALTJMORE, Md. , 1216 E. Baltimore St. 21202 (301) 327-4900 CLEVELAND, Ohio 1290 Old River Rd. 4411~ (216) 621'c5450. DULUTH. Mil\n. -: ,,~ -~ 705 Medical Arts Building! 55802. {218) 722-4110 GLOUCESTER; Mass. . . l 11 Rogers St.' 01 ~·. l 00 O 0 0 · (617) 283-1167 HONOLULU,. Hawaii . 707 Alakea St. 96813 (808) 537c5714 O HOUSTON T 3 0 2 o .. · (713) 659':5152; JAC.KSONVILLE, .Fla. . :.· i. 3315 Liberty St.,3;?206i (904) 353·!)987, JERSEY CITY, N.J. 99 Montgomery St. 073021 .(201) 435 94:24· s iO o O z.18 1! 6 144•. 4 28 :o 7fl 0 o 49.4 · 24 24 40 1 0 9 · 8 176 .8 O . • ex:,;; Pi · · . tt10 :si~~r:.:::::::::::::::: San Francisco .. .. . .. .. . .. . .. Wllmi~~~,: ...~,;-• 1 .,.,._.. ,, ttte,1, .. ,,1:.•.·,.1¥.;~·.;,:·.; .. :. Puerto Rico . .. . .. .. .. . .. • .. . :loO:.:::: ::i:::::: ::: ::: , . l'lnJ•Ybint . .... . .. . .. . .. .. . · ,... )> ,11 6 2g . o .· Telila - ~ -............ , . : . 1'19 . Gloucesier .••• : ;, • ·•·. :, ••.•. . NewYork ........... :::'. ... .. ; ,J'l)lladelphla .. .. . .. .. .. .. . • .. . . . '..ollaltimore ................... . . .Norfolk·,.;,,.....•.•.•....... . Mobile ...~.... .. ....... . New Orleans : . . .. ...... .. 1 21 Port ·-;f_:,;.:,:':..i,_->:;(-:t>;• Jacksonvme ...•..•.....•.. ·''"'· &in F!ancisco ............. , . · Wilmington ............... .. Seattle .................... . Puerto Rico ............... .. Holl!llUIU .................. . Houston •.. ; .............. .. Piney Point ................ . . Totals ...................... · .. Pert . Gloucester .............. , .. . New York ..... , ............ .. Philadelphia ............... .. Balllmore .......... ., ....... · Norfolk .................... . . Mobile• ................... .. . New Orleans ... : .. ........ .. Jacksonvllle ............... .. San Frane1sco .............. . Wllmlng!ol) ............... .. Seattle·: ................... . . Puerto Rico ......... , ...... . HQ11olulu ................. .. ·Houston ................... . Piney Point , ...... ,. .......• Totals ..................... . 3 6 12 · 12 9 23 9 15 s 10 ' 9 0 . 133 }5 ·• ''F:-;:;· 6. .l si o ~ g o, ,o.. 0 o g . ·. o· I .. 1 . . · 3:••· ··2,.· ... . -21. 7 10 1 14 NOT AV~LABLE o 135 s g o O· 0 o o .o 31 0 STEWARD DEPARTMENT C 1 0 1 0 0 8 0 14 4 0 NOT AVAILABLE 0' 0 0 2 0 . 0 ·.·1 3 1 0 0. 0 0 0 4 0 0 19 7 0 2 . 0 9 8 0 1 0 16 3 0 0- , .. , : f:· 7 2 0 0 . 5 25 12 0 5 0 3 0 0 116 0 NOT AVAILABLE 2 10 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 . '37 142 0 113 0 ENTRY DEPARTMENT 3 0 4a 3 0 31 NOT AVAILABLE. 3 10 4 13 2 8 19 16 9 12 29 10 ·13 9 13 24 11 8 '11 0 9 17 0 8 139 225 0 1,10 · 703 0 ·3 2 g o u . H 13 14 · 4 o o, J ·If 1. O 6 o 0 0 72 2 :j 30 2. 3 0 0 0 0 .o 0 ~ 3 9 16 20 45 24 41 20 0 4 0 1 0 0 0 35 10 321 0 27 8 6 0 1 68 1 • 6 43 17 53 16 10 20 5 22. .g 0 ll 1 3 8 9 11 0 11 48 24 41, 13 0 144 0 0 2 2 3 0 2 0 33 0 0 584 0 45 5 . 8 -· 1$4 563 49 «s 0 *"Total f(fl(Jlstered" means.the number of men Who actually regislered for shipping al the port lasfmont~. ••··Rtglstered on the Beach" means !he total .number of men registered at the PQrt at the end of last month. Talals Allllapartmenta..... : . ... ~ o · 4 0 3 6 50 7 15 5 35. 3 1J 6 164 12 21 39 1.9 57 31 113 56 40 21" 119 · &O 0 0 0 0 2 o· 0 0 48 0 0 50 0 10 0 1 0 0 3 4 23 3 10 2 122 1 .o 0 0 2&2 . 5 753 179 31 1,94t 1,309 247 {Note: Not all shipping figures were avaiiabie at press time. The following summary Is based. on the .figures at ham:t.) Shipping In the .month of Saptember was dol/Vn from the month otA_ugust. A to.tal ot630,. Jobs were shipped on SIU-contra,cted deep sea vessels. Of the 630 jobs shipped, 445 jobs or about-70 . . percent ware taken by "A'' seniority members.• The rest were flUedby "B'' and "C" seniority people. A total of 31 trip relief Jobs were shipped. Since the trip rellef program began on April 1, 1982, a total of 765. · · relief Jobs have been shipped. · · s·· .,.,,,,,, 1..... 1 1erce t. 7 ,vu,. ·. · . .; MOBILE, Ala. .... . . ' i ~1~il\l'a~plii~~lsla~~~ ~ 8 ~!:if•~•~:;:~'~,;~~:,!•~:~:~~~,;~'~" (,,,",rs,;,:•'fil\,i,a~~,3t,~~.ih-,· ·_,,;,'iff;c':~,f:i"'r,~.~"g~~"'c•*:/:g'" '::":.:+,·~!~1l· .~··mgi-1 ;;, • NOT AVAILABLE Wai · ·. ··· • L .·• • . i 63Q Jae~ A.ve. 70l3<b NEWoRLEANs,--.. •, • '· _. (504)529-754~ Toll Free: 1-BO<J-325·2532( NEW YORK, N.Y. i · 675 41:,ve., Brooklyn 11232 (71 /1) 499-6600 f""' NOFlFOLK, Va. . , . 115 3 St•.23510 (804) 622-1892 PHILADEl,.PHIA, Pa. 2604 4 St.1.9148 (215) 336-3818. s. PINEY POINT, Md. . . · St. Mary's County 206(4 (301) 994-0010 SAN FRANCISCO, CBllf. . • 350 Fremont St. 94105 (415) 543-5855 SAt.lTUl'lCE, P.R. ., · 1057 FEJrnandez- Juncos St, Stop 16 00907 · . (809) 725-6960 SEAmE, Wash. 2505 1 Ave. 98121 . (206) 623-4334 · ST. LOUI~, M.o. 4581 Gravois A.ve. 63116.. · -(314) 152·6500 WILMINGTON, Callf. 408 AvaloA 131vd. 90744 · (213) 549-4000. ·~Up_port ·sPAD October 1984 i LOG/ 35 �Dliaes1 of ShlipsMee11in•s COMANCHE (American Bulk Carriers), August 19--Chairman Abdulla A. Mohsin; Secretary W.H. Deskins; Steward Delegate Donald Spangler. The engine departn:ient reported some disputed QT. A telegram was 'sent to Red Campbell to let him know the!' status of a couple of crewmembers-one who did not return to the ship in France and one who quit. The bosun said that the captain had given him a list of those members who were due payments for meals and lodging. Attention was made of the fapt that Aug. 20 was Paul Hall's birthday and that tlie good life we now enjoy was brought about because of his· untiring dedica_.:, lion to the SIU. "We older men who knew him should pass on to the others our grea\ admiration_ for him and the principles he stood for ... We could never have reached the standard of living we now enjoy today without him." A vote of thanks was given to the_ steward department for a job well done. down for several days. With the engirie gone, we would have had a bad time if it hadn't been for the chief cook and assistantcobk. They werit out on d_eck and cooked. So let's give a vote of thanks ... to Samuel Loftin, chief cook, and Ernest Dooms, assistant cook." Next port: Bayway, N.J. of upgrading at Piney Point. The movie library ·now has over 100 ·movies with more to come. Both the arrival pools and the Pac-Man machine are doing well as money-makers. Raleigh Minix, !_he SIU's rep in the Far East is expected to meet the LNG Leo in Japan with current contract information. Chief Steward Henry Jones Jr. will get off at that time for a much needed rest. ·crewmembers were once again reminded to take care and not buy items from shoreside salesmen .. "Protect yourself and your brothers in the SIU." A vote of thanks was giyen to the OVERSEAS DYNACHEM (Maritime Overseas), August 26-"-Chairman Horace B. Rains; Secretary Donnie W. Collins; Educational Dire_ctor --J.W. Spell; Deck Delegate E.R. Beverly; Engine Delegate J.W. Badgett; Steward Delegate Morris Maultsby. No beefs or disputed OT reported. There is $85 in the ship's fu_nd. Arrival pools .will be run on north- and southbound voyages in order to raise enough money· to join a movie club in the Beaumont/ . Houston area. The ship's fund will buy blank tapes and then .members can record the movies from the· club. The chairman said that no beefs were turned over to him. from the previous chairman, C.C. Smith. Payoff is expected to take place on or about Aug. 27 in the Houston area. At that time the patrolman will be asked to clarify certain transportation issues and discuss the SIU's medical benefits for family members. A vote of thanks was given to the steward department for a job well done. Next ports: Port Neches, Be~umont and Houston, Texas. ·,OVERSEAS JUNEAU (Maritime . Qyerseas),.August 19--Chairman JohnEi. Lilndoor,g;,,§ecretary Virge Dixon; Education Director Ross; COVE NAVIGATOR (Cove Ship.. . Deck Delepjng), August 19-Chairman N.D. gate Stephen L. Peck; Engine DeleMatthey; Secretary David E. Edwards; -gate Edward Brooks; Steward,,P,ElleEducafional Director James H. BabGROTON (Apex Marine Corp.), Sept. steward department for the fine food gate Jim Weed. No disputed OT.'.'fl:rei sori; Engine Delegate Melvin J. Gallier. 9--Chairman Christos Florous; Sec· and service this voyage. Next pcirt: chairman reports th at th e ship is lune-" t M · D I t h Ed - - 1I osaka, Japan. · tion__ ing wen, -:Vilh !OP.side, ar;4 crew . d OT d Th c· No d1spute reporte . e ove re ary arvin e oa c ; uca 1ona . .,., _ ·,~<:iikih-glltogl!'rtier~"A*ciiscussion· _was _Navigator will pay off in Jacksonville. Director D. Christion; Deck Delegate held pertaining 10 the importance't.CilL The captain will° get cigarettes, gum · Thomas M. Bluitt; Steward Delegate OGDEN WILLAMETTE (Ogden Mamaritime unions getting together wit;;-and peanuts for the slop chest. These Ronald E. Dawsey. No disputed OT. rine), September 3-Chairman Marvin h h" . . f d I e s ipping companies 10 • In ·• out ·. The chairman reported that the ship McDuffie; Secretary James Campfield will be available in limited amounts. If what it will take to stay in business, • will pay off o~ Sept. 10 in Stapleton, Ill; Educational Dire~tor R.~ ...Breeden; rather than have each side make unanyone wants a spe_cial brand, _they should see .the caP.lau:i and.be ,will 1do. ,,.,N.,;rijllillHlii advIs.it9 Imember,sjl!\1g;,~ J)g~elegate El.F,l .. BlackI~W.agner; ..• . ...d____ d . . th. ·• 1 1 1 "',e,mf,'i;~,c_S,k-Q!),,.Ol)~,,i!lil._0,.• .J.pe~.;I"'•~ it11'at"ai!l-i~g~~i!du6~fib"i\H1iiaii·iM tdtla111mgef-#J1,<Lftte.Ydi1rny 1$upgnaamg ' 1 "-"' s rn::-g-ine,m' e 1rg·' a t' e ' l ' G ' ' e ~"g' 1 ?Pie-rirti:fsi!lw= -:vr~t,/l!,-,-1~' -.~ t,.:1- · . • ·• _ ,.~,..,,,_"T~-:-+i.~,:;,:'!- ~"" ... ,...>..... ,,,;..,,,,.,, ~ o.e--o cor:11uence·wasg1ven o .resreminded each ana every memberto courses offered at Piney Point, noting _ ard Deleg_ate Lonnie S: Dukes, Treasident Drozak,. Vice President "Red" register, then vote. There have been that special skills are becoming more u~er Calvin J. TroxclaIr. No b~efs or Campbell and other Union officials for . a number of voter registration drives essential as ships' crews become disputed OT reported. There. Is cura · . . th S L . d th· ·F. . ;,,1,¥n.· h" , f d b _ . cquInng . e . - 7s an ...~1"'~ · h ti at the Union halls.,. "so let's al.I vote sma II er due to automation. T e secren y,.no s. Ip s un , . ll..1 1 ~~~;,sJJ,p.i,,>'c"<flf~R:e~sifillili'lisamearas.irio~e(siilP.s·and on Nov. 6, 1984 to help get the Reretary stressed the importance of cogestedthat1feachmembercontnbuted jobs ior the SIU. The crew lou'iige is· publicans out of office" and elect a operation on the part of all crewmem$1 at payoff, . that wou!d be a good in need of new chairs and riew curtainli: · -~'Democrat to help secure jobs for those bers. He also gave the crew a vote of start. The chairman advised eve~one This will be taken up with the cqrnp~ny. in the maritime industry. Each departthanks for their cooperation in keeping to read t~e LOG thoroughly. l_t Is the A vote of thanks was given to :tt:i"'1l"crew mei,t delegate has a repair list. All the vessel clean, and restated the members bE_Jsl mea_n~_of .keepuw curfor helping 10 keep themessroorn·clean importance of contributing to SPAD to rent on Urno~ actI1QtIes. A vote of and to the steward department for-their items in need of repair or replacement protect the maritime· industry. The ed' thanks was gI~en to the stew~rd definework·during the voyage. Next-port: should be noted on this list. An extra partment for _a Job well_ done_ thI_s voyValdez Alaska. ice machine is. needed. The present ucational director suggested that all qne is not producing enough ice for members practice safety at all times. age. One minute of silence was ob' He also recommended that everyone served in memory of our departed the meal hour. Heading out to Cuba, brothers and sisters. Next port: PanAruba and England. · read the LOG thoroughly sin9e it is a ready source of information and keeps ama. . ROVER (Oce'an Carriers), August COVE TRADER (Cove Shipping), members up-to-date on what's hap26'-Chairman Cliff Leahy; Secretary September· 2-'-Chairman -Claude A. pening in the Union and in the maritime OVERSEAS CHICAGO (Maritime . Frank Cordero; Engine Delegate Glen Bankston Jr.; Secretary G. Marzett; industry. A vote of thanks was given Hutton. There was some disputed OT Overseas), August 27-Chairman J.R. Educational Director H. Meredith; Deck to Steward Marvin Deloatch and Chief Thompson; Secretary Clyde Kreiss; in the steward department. This- deDelegate Jack D. Kennedy. Some disCook Ronald Dawsey for the very good Deck Delegate Donald Brooks; Engine partment has been short a steward for puted OT was reported in the deck food and service. "This ship is a good Delegate Stan Sporna; Steytard Del- · one month, and the captain has not department. The ship wm _arrive in feeder. There's always plenty of good approved OT for the steward. And egate Jorge Bernandez. No disputed Bayway, N.J. around Sept 7 for payoff. food." Next port: Stapleton, N.Y. without payment 61 OT, the captain OT. There is $230 in the ship's fund. Crewmembers were reminded not to The Overseas Chicago will pay off in insists that the assistant cook clean leave until the boarding patrolman has out six refrigerators in ·the galley and the next port, Alliance, La. Everything met with them. The bosun reminded LNG LEO (Energy Transportation is running smoothly so far. A discusin the pantry. A motion was made that members- about ·1he opportunities Corp:), August 12-Chairman Charles sion was held on the importance of all unlicensed personnel be offered at Boyle; Secretary Henry Jones Jr.; Edavailable at Piney Point to upgrade least eight hours OT on weekends and contributing to SPAD at payoff. The their skills, and he also stressed the ucational DirectorW. Kimbrough; Deck holidays. This will be taken up with the educational director also urged those importance -of donating to SPAD. A Delegate John-Graham; Steward Delmembers with the necessary qualifiboarding patrolman. There is $21 in motion was made to see the captain egate Roger Griswold. One disputed cations to attend upgrading courses at , the ship's fund. The bosun talked about about changing the movies this trip. . meal penalty hour was reported in the the Alaska oil bill and the cargo prefPiney Point. There was some talk about ~~ther items tliat need attention include · deck department. There is $165 in the erence bill, in particular, and aboutthe · tile 30-day relief jobs; but it was agreed repair of the washing. machine and ship's fund and $97.65 in the comthat this should be referred to the . general poor state of the maritime · stove and new chairs for- the crew munication's fund. A letter was sent to patrolman at payoff. All. hands were . industry. A vote of thanks was given headquarters for clarification regarding _requested to help keep the messhall mess. The ones there now are in pretty to Chief Cook Frank Cordero and his bad shape. A vote of thanks was ex- . this. The chairman thanked the crew · and lounge areas clean. A vote of department .for doing such a great job, for a job well done over the last month. tended to the stewara department for especially under the pressures of_ sail_thanks was given to the steward de· -ii: job weil done. "Whe11. the ship left He then reminded members of the partment for a job well done.. Next port:. ing short a man. Next port will be lhe shipyard on Aug. 10, we broke importance of donating to SPAD and somewhere in Japan. Alliance, La. 18t. -~ -t... 36 / LOG / October 1984 -~.,,__--,-._ �:?"one·'rfi1nuie bl omy. sffence\vas stood in memory of our departed broth· ers and sisters. Next port is Houston, Texas; theri on to New Orleans for payoff. Charles Corrent, steward/baker on the Stonewall Jackson, shows off with his son John and the 36 peund catfish his son caught in Bogalusa, La. Cortent says that any member is welcome to visit him for some good fishing. SANTA ROSA (Delta Lines), Augusi 19-Cha lrman A.E. Weaver; Secretary W. Lovett. A few hours of OT were disputed In the deck department. The ship is expected to arrive in New Jersey-around 1800 hours on Aug. 21 and wUI pay off that night. The company then wants to try and sail Thursday morning. The chairman.reminded the crew of the importance of donating to SPAD <!f,paybff, and the secretary urged ,ill brothers and sisters to take advantage of the . facilities at Piney Point and upg~ade themselves as soon as they can. A locksmith will be aboard lhe·Santa Rosa in port to fix all locks, · A vote of thanks was given to the steward departm enlf9r a finei job, One mln1;1te· of ,silence, was ·ol:ls&rved··1n memory of our departed brothers and ~~- Next port will be in NewJer.se:.. ~ . ~A-LA ND DEFENDER (Sea-Land Seryice Uugust 19- Chairman J. San F/lippo;Seci:etary R. Principle; Educalion11I Dir.actor D. Peters. Some . disputed QT. was reported in .the en° gine department. There is $154 In the ship's fund. The chairman said that it has been a very good trip so far. Only one minor qeef was brought up and It concerned the shortage of towels. It was agreed that the food aboard ship has improved 100 percent. A vote of thanks was given to the crew messman for doing.such a good job. SEA-LAND ECONOMY (Sea-Land Servlcej, July 29- Chairman Aden Ezell; Secretary Kathy A. Devane; Ed· ucational Director J.M. Fisher; Deck Delegate James B. Boyd; Engine .Delegate Jorge A. Calix; Steward DelegateRobert Sutherland; Treasurer Sam · Brown. No disputed OT; There is $46 in the movie· fund. The chairman reminded members to put in for a draw when the draw list is posted. Otherwise there is no way to geit one. A vpte of thanks was given to the steward de• partment for a job well dom,. Also, congratulations were given to Arnold Rehm who boarded the Sea-Land Economy on May 15 in the port of New Orleans, La. This Is his last ("but not least") voyage before retiring in Aug\JSI. "Best of luck, Arnold, from the crew onboard the Sea-Land Econ- Dlaes-C of Sh ips Nee'Clnas STONEWALL JACKSON (Water-· attack. A collection was taken Up. The Official ships minutes were also reman Corp.),-August 19- Chairman money will be donated to Armando's ceived from the following vessels: Carl Lineberry; Secretary Charles Corwidow, Gertrude. al orig with a card of · AMCO'IRADER ren!; Educational DirectorC.E. Hemby; sympathy. slgl'led by the entire crew. 111G AQIIAIIIUS Deck Delegate M. Muhammad; Engine Brother Armando became ill on the USIIS IWIOI. Delegate Thomas Taylor. No disputed AURORA morning of August1 2. ''His condition COVEUIERTY OT. There ls $1010 In the movie fund became grave, whereupon the captain DEi.TA IIGll11 which was ,collected through the bocalled for assistance. A helicopter was IIIIIIEII CHAIIPIOII sun's arrival pools. Termination of voydispatched to the ship· arid removed IIIIIIEII IIACIIAMElll'O IIIIIIEII WABASH age #37 will occur at payoff in Newport the stricken AB and transported him OVEIISUS AWlfA · NewsorNorfolk, Va. Thebosunthanked 18 the Southhampton hospital. The IIVEIIIEAS NATALIE the crew for their cooperation throughGmlSUS WAIHIIIIITOII men' who attended to Armando should PAIIAMA out the voyage. The secretary said be commended for. their actions during PRIDE DF TEXAS ' .that 11 has been a good trip and he the emergency. With their knowledge PUEIIIII RICO has enjoyed sailing with all the memof CPR and first aid, they managed to RIISE CITY bers. · He gave special recognition to lfMANDCOIISUMSI keep him alive until help arrived. The lll.f.MIIEXPREIS Brother Thomas H. Bonner who gave men who handled the dispatching of SEA-LUii FIIEEIIIIII his standby time to cleaning the pantiy the patient are also to IJe. comfl)ended: SEA-WII IIIDEPEIIDEffl SEA-UIIII IIABMII every day. If anyone is aware ol any All in all, those involved acted in a SEA-lAIII PACElt unsafe conditions aboard ship, they professional and compassionate manSEA-LAID PATRIOT . should maire them known to their dener. Those of us who could butwitoess SEA-LAilD PHIIIEElf partmElnt delegate. The educational SEA-LAID VEll'IIIIIE this action certainly feel proud of ail of director thanked those members who you." Nextports: Port Everglades, Ra. offered their personal· movies for viewand Houston, Texas. WAI.TEI RICE ing by the ship's members. A telex was received from headquarters perSUGAR ISLANDER (Pacific Gulf taining to the new shipping rules and · Marine), August 25- Chairman R. coastwise relief. It was posted for all Pinkham; Secretary C.HoUings; Eduto read. A vote of thanks was given to cational Director J. Dickinson: No dis- . the steward department for a fine job. puled OT. The ship will pay off on Aug. The following memo was sent to all Ne>.<t port:' Newport News· or Norfolk, 26 in Galveston If they are able to get crewmem bers aboard the SS Jade Va. an SIU patrolman aboard. The Sugar Phoeni~ from the captain. · Islander is now back on her regular . run, going from Hawaii to the Gulf I would like to congratulate each w.o.RT.H (AP.ex MarineJ.;_Au_gust.· 5 - . loaded w·1·th sugar. The next voyage, f ,.,_ · 1 cr11wme mber .. or their pro,.,ss1o na Chairman Bernard Saberon Sr.; Sechowever will take her to El Salvador seamanship, efficiency and willingretary~am Davis; Educational Director.·.· !Vitha · ~d,ef . r · ;.ther:i,back.to Hawaii audmg.,ttl_e,;.P.8JiQ®~n.e.e.._ot-.ttieir;,. Lrese1;1gang;f>.eek<li)elegate,Wint• """"lo· .. m re s . E eryo s reduties In assisting fellow seaman and · ston Shanks; Engine Delegate Jo~eph. minded to vote in the upcoming elecBrother. Altqn Hickman, Ql\,1ED, after P. McGee. Some disputed OT was tion-'l!n d to vote for the,man who will his'recent injury at.sea.• ~eP..ei.t;!~.,tn;thii s.teward:department. .· help thecma,rltimE1.,iApustry~presit:1'8rlt•·. .1 ' · :..::· "''t • · 7!1rs ship wlil discharge 1n Soul~ $.aReagan is not that man. The bosun Capt. A. Papadopoulos b1ne Point and proceed to San Diego. also stressed the importance of con• Master, Jade Phoen.ix. A tel.ex was se~t t~ Gene _Taylor In tributing to SPAD and of upgrading at · ' · Houston, request1ngmformat1on o~ '.he Piney Point. The steward department ne~ :ontract requirement~ pertarrnng was given a.vote of thanks for the fine to A books SS!lin~ for ~1x months job they did during the. past voyage. ·.~ and whether this trme 1s calc~lated Next port: Galveston, Texas. from the new r::ontract date of.June 16. Onecrewinember,AB W.R. Davis, had . to leave the ship because of illness in the Suez Canal. The new bosun and AB arrived on the Port Said side of the Canal. The educational director reminded members about Piney Point and Its facilities. He also mentioned the alcohol rehabilitation center they have down in Valley Lee, Md. and Deep Sea · l;akes, Inland suggested that anyone with an alcoPort Date ·· Waters holic problem n,ake plans to go there. . . . . ·. . . '. A vote of thanks was given to the New York ......... ..... , .. Monday, November 5 ......... ......... 2:30 p.m..• • steward department for a job well done.. Pbiladelphia ......... ...... Tuesday, November 6 ......... ......... 2:30 p.m. · Next port: Port Arthur, Texas. Baltimore ......... . : ...... Wednesday, November 7 ......... ...... 2:30 p.m. NoifolK ........ •.. : ......... Thl)rsday, Novembe r 8 .·.. , ......... .... 9:30 a.m. Jacksonvill¢ .... :'. .........·.Thursday, NovemJ:jet 8·.; ......... : . ..... 2:00 p.m. SEA-LANI) PRODUCER (Sea-Land Algonac .... : ......... ..... Friday, Novembe r 9 ......... .. :.· ..•.. •,• 2_::'l!)p,[Il,. , • Service), August 18-- Chairman MarHouston ......... ......... . Monday, November 12 ......... , ....... 2:3(!p.ni. · garito Degollado; Secretary Millon • New Orleans .......•. .•... Tuesday, November 13 ......... .•...... 2:3,0 p.m. 1 Phelps; Educational Director J. Walsh; Mobile ......... ......... .. Wednesday, Novembe r 14 ......... ..... 2:30 p.m. Deck Delegate Harvey Mills; Engine San Francisco .. ...... ::: . .thursday .,.Noverr iberU ......... ....... 2:30 p.m. Delegate Thomas Koubek; Steward Wilmington ...... : .•.....•. Moriil,y, No"effioer 19 , ..•...... ........ 2:30 p.m. Delegate Robert Adams. Some disSeattle ........ , .. : ........ Friday, Novelfiber 23 _, ..... : ......... .. 2:30 p.m. puted OT was reported in the engine Piney Point ......... .. ; .... Friday, Novembe r9,•. ·........, .... ._, ... 3:00 p.m. department, olh!!fWise everytl:ling is · San Juan .... , ......... ,.... Thursday , Novep)ber 8 .•....... ......... 2:30 p:m, running smoothly. In -his '.teport,. the :st. Louis ........ ,:,:.: .... Friday, November-16 ......... ......... . 2:30 p.m. chairman notedtha teveryon elsawar e ,. Honol_ulu .....•... ..... , ..• Thursda;i,; Nq~ember 8 ...... : ......... .. 2:30 p.m. of the unfortunate de.a:th of AB Michael · Duluth ......... ...... ; ... ,Wednesd ay;Novem ber 14. ,·... ,.; .... : .. 2:30 p.m. Armando. He died in a hospltaU n C,Iouce,ster .•.•...... . : ...... Toe;day; Noveml,er 20.:~: .......... ,., ..... 2,30 p.m. Southhampto:,, England. The autopsy, Jersey City ......... ....... Wednesday, Novembe c2J '.. · · , ....... 2:30 p.m. ' as reported to the .captain, revealed ~'-· · - · ·r0 · that Brother Armando died of a heart -· =- .. ·. W.s, ss . , -_ October 1984 / LOG / 37 - �'A ll'ote of Thanks. ..' ,· This is just a note of thanks for a.n the help you [the SIU Welfare Plan] have gJ.ven·us ... through our time .of need-. Ralph's open heart surgery and the two operations on my back ·Letters in 1983. Words can't express w:Qat.a.11 of you have done 1n our time of need. We just wa.nted·you to know how very much we appreoia.te a.n of you and the understanding shown to both of us. · To The • Sincerely, Balpli Jr. and B.uth 11. Smith Editor 'Quiclt Response ls Appreclatea.. ..' 'To Help Our Industry Survive ...' As a mercna.nt mariner, a D.ll,Val reservist, I take great pride in being a.n American aa.ilor a.boa.rd a U.SAla.g vessel. Ever since • joining the SIU, I have exQlusively sa.lled for Energy Transportation Corporation ori the liqu.tfl.ed natural. gas carriers in the Far Ea.st. I have devoted a career life to the sea., wor}Qng my wa;y up the ..;::, ladder tllrQll8h the 'hawse,pipe,' from ordin.a.:ry sea.man. to quartermaster in the decll: department. My most recent achievement was a.oqwring a TLS. Coast Guard license for third mate. Unfortunately, I have not been given an opportunicy- to sa.11 on · my license..This is a direct result of our dWindling merchant fleet, scaroicy- in jobs available to the sea.man, and la.ok of , · government concern which has ca.used serimis problems for a.n . ofus. . We Sea.fa.rers, in order to keep our merchant vessels afloat, must take notice of the important issues that affect Inli.rl.tlm.e. It means putting forth every effort possi"Qle to gupport our lJnion's political activities; writing to your congressmen, senators, . . donations help, and even ca.sting your vote cpme Election Da;y. All will assist in the survival of our industry. · · Nowa.ds,ys, our hopes for a better tomorrow can only"Qe. a.ooomplished ey ea.oh and every Seafarer participating in this matter. I would like .to take this time to thank the SIU and the Welfare · Plan for ta.klng ca.re of my and my wife's hospital bills over the. Ia.st two yea.rs, which was tn excess of $60,000. This time Ia.st year I was still in the hospital a.f'ter three major . operations. I was 1n:veryba(fshape. I had some wonderful doctors and nurses who really.gave me good care.. ! am back to work now, doinglots better. Two years a.go my wife was in the hospital for two major, operations. She isdQlng,W:!:!ll now. We both would llke to thank you for the quiOk action you took to P!!iY our bUls. The hospitals a.nd doctors were very pl!:!a.sed , with the prompt p~ent of their bills: If.it wasn't for the SIU and the Welfare Pla.n, we would be in bad shape. ,.,,_nk you. very much, · ; Sr, .al111.:Kra. Blmer Goff . Oheaa1lea1ietf'Vi•~ , . 'Th a•nks fot the concern ...' 1, ·· I would like to thank a.11 of my Brothers on the'B.S: Presi_dsiii/ Jefferson for their condolences ·!l,Ild their contributions orrthe (I.ea.th of IIll' belav:ed ~~Jlhil'~;lt~~,~~t;):~s to my Brothers 1n •the Sl:J1P '~"'"de!)a.rtni!lnt; MFOW e:ngtne~ . department a.nd the SIU etewa.:rd department. Thanks also to ~ Brothers at the Seafarers ha.11 in New. Orleans.. Brother W:lllie Holmes Sr. -~./-, .• :-· ..l? ·.· · '.Advice from a·. ltew Pensioner ... ' ' . ~ w1tli:deep regrets l bid fa.rElwell to you. Under Paul lia.Wl!. · . . leaders~p, I watched the Union growjrom the smalli'ltit ,to What· you know now. .· """ I will. remember the good times and forget the bad-the future of the JJnion is now in your hands. I. wish you all the best. Your brother, · Marlow (Cherokee) Barton B-786 11ew Orleans, La. (Brother Barton fl.rst sa£(ed for the Union in Februazy 1947 from the port of Nuw Orlea.ns, La. Ha f:18Jled as AB, deok . 111fl,intei)aiiae and bosun for 137 fears, tiiJdng ea.rzy retirement clue to ill hea.lth.) ,,,,;. · ··· · - -··.~-5'"3it'1f-i.?fi~T7 """'·: ,~rz--· . -·: Personals 'l)myl,,,o£{<:!W~ .• ,,, ., i,; • Your 'da~ght~;,'''~~tty"L~ Cicero, wants to hear from you. Call (212) 758-9700, ext. 5155 (daytime) or at home (718) 3350163 (after 8 p.m.) or'wnte' to her at 86-19 Elmhurst Ave., Apt. 4-E, Elmhurst, N.Y. 1137:3. ., .: Hugh O'Boyl~ ,.,,.Brib I ~a\ler~[J,~\!;{ t~t y~u . send h,im f()Ur address ~~L ll~· can write to you. flis aijd'ress is: Rural Rt. 2, Box 27~8, Manistique, Mich. ~9854. - . . .. . ·- Alisandro Osorio . Your daughter, Sonia Osorio, would likeSyou to .:allher. The Please call Joe Murray at {409) . telephone number ts: (718) 5253388. . 740.:..2504. Jerry Murphy NO ONE ll.KEf TO WORK . WITII · . A ZOMBIE/ .VS'ING DRUG$ WILL END YQUR· CAREER/ 38 I LOG I October 1984 . . - , · , ~ ,.:-,.,;~·e-.,- x.:r~-~ .= �Election 84'--~; ·. ' A -Matter of Leadership On November 6 when you walk into the voting booth, take a minute and think about the two men who want to be president .of the United States. Push the televisi9n commercials, the polls and the campaign hoopla out of your mind. Think about all the qualities-the responsibility; the honesty, the stamina and the intellectual capacities. that go into leadership. This is 1984, and the nation faces some very complex and · difficult problems. Tlie year 2000 · is around.the comer. If it were the simple times Ronald Reagan and his supporter$ dream of, and apparently believe we are · · still in, then the simple-minded solutions and slogans ofR~ag!l;IJit~di' and friends might carrf·some .. weight. But a president has to do more than be able to re,ada cue card. . . . ,,.~ . . Harry Tru}.y,iin~iaid, "The buck stgg~ltei:e." One ~fthe qua_lj1J,~s of a good leader; 1~ ~he a,_b'ility to accept respons1bthty. 'If somethil!g •goes. right, cer- FOREIGN. POl/C'/ ,~!~~i!~~!~ c;~~:g~ B:i~!f . • -< ... p9mt a finger at so,w~lioqy.~lse ..-. •·" '.:,,i ·. •· · take tire 1rac ·, -··--·- "·· -f•,,,,.•,.•~ ::-,.. _ · . After four years · in office; _ ~Reagan has yet to accept the . · _.· ·· ~ft'>t~~lfifig,~lfa;Jfih~oli$1- ,;!fst , . wrong. The deficit is Congress's ••ra~ '.l'~e _highest miempi?Ys ment ~n~ depres~I?n was the fauJt of past admm1strations. The~deatbs of more -"' • than 300 Americans in Lebanon on, even at a time when he needs -.vere the fault of his predeces~ every vote he can round up. sors. Imports., the dec)ine of How do you get rid of a deficit? _ answers questiotis. He does.n't . heavy industry, erlvirdn!J!ental Raise taxes and cut spending. hide behind the White House problems, you name it and°Rea::-: ,: Wlilrer"'Mondale said he will fence. Ronald Reagan's hangan willnnd a scapegoat. · raise taxes and cut spending. dlers are builping a cocoon· of A leader does not make ex- . That may not be the most pop- videotape and cue cards around cuses. Walter Mondale has ac- ular answer, butit is the honest him.knowledged mistakes he has answer. ·1t•s becoming a national scanmade, both as vice-president and . Reagan said he will not raise _ as a senator. He knows the taxes. Why then is his Treasury dal-his rallies are packed with American people do not want Department studying several hand-picked crowds. No antito listen to a litany of excuses. ways, including a nationalsales Reagan signs are allowed. His Sometimes being honest, being . ·tax, as a way to raise taxes for advisors won't let. him talk to . truthful, means you have to tell a report that is due out after the reportei:s because _almost every people things they might not election? Does he believe the time he does he makes a "miswant 'to hear. But that is the· · American people won't be able statement." In other words, he mark of a leader. Ronald Reagan to tell ·the difference between says things that are not true. has promised·. he won't raise "revenue enhancement" and This is not the mark of a leader. taxes. That is a promise that is taxes? They are the same thing. The presidency is a tough and hard to believe in face of the These are not the actions of a demanding job that calls for nation's $200 billii>n deficit. That leader. debt is caused by Reagan's unA leader is not ·afraid to go to equal tax and his increase in the press and to the people. A government spending. But he leader is accountable to the peos says, "It's not my fault." pie; he owei; answers to the On the other hand, Walter people and to the press. Walter Mondale is facing the issue head- _ Mondale does that. He talks, he Preparing fof the Debc:ttes tough, deirtanding and candid leadership. Walter Mondale spent four years in the administration. He. has spent a physically demanding year on the. road for ·his campaign, and he has the energy and the stamina to put in the time required of the most demanding job in the world.· · As president, Ronald Reagan makes a good talk-show host- friendly· and photogenic•. As president, Walter Mondale will make a good leader.responsible, honest, .knewledgeable and energetic. _ Vote for Walter Mondale and Geraldine Ferraro. Vote. Nov. 6 -· As if Your Job And Your Union Depended on It · October 1984 / LOG I 39 > ' �IT> A fMALL PRICE TOPAYFOR JOB fECU.RITY./ C> -o A AA 0 ~rr~~7,!~~~~t~~~:·§'k~l§,~..,~.~~""-'~'~'--"·,,·~"c;·· _ . � 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. 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 October 1984 Description An account of the resource Headlines: INTERNATIONAL MARITIME LEADERS MEET IN GENEVA CONGRESS OK'S NAVY CONTRACTING PROGRAM SIU TO CREW TAKX SHIP SIU'S NATIONWIDE DRIVE INTENSIFIES CURTIS BAY WILL NEGOTIATE WITH SIU, TOP TO BOTTOM SIU BOATMEN WIN BACK PAY AWARD DELTA QUEEN OFFICES TO MOVE SIU DREDGEMEN TAKE OVER AS U.S. CORPS LEAVES GREAT LAKES SHOW BIG JOB JUMP JUDGE UPHOLDS GOV'T IN CASH TRANSFER; BLENDED CREDIT CASE RULING SOUGHT TOO UNDERWAY REPLENISHMENT VOTING PROCEDURES, SAMPLE BALLOT, OTHER INFORMATION FOR 1984 GENERAL ELECTION OF OFFICERS, 1985-1988 SEAFARERS INTERNATIONAL UNION ATLANTIC, GULF, LAKES & INLAND WATERS DISTRICT USNS BELLATRIX CREWS UP IN SAN DIEGO DIABETES: WHEN SUGAR ISN'T SWEET IN AND AROUND THE PORT OF LOS ANGELES WORLD'S LARGEST FLOATING GAS STATION ELECTION 84: A MATTER OF LEADERSHIP Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Seafarers Log Scanned Issues 1984-1988, 1994-Present 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 10/1/1984 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newsprint Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Vol. 46, No. 10 1984 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/0babafa7c4a60335085b52a26ce48315.pdf 105e6606a1d2cd7607d86801dd06d1f1 PDF Text Text ·Cargo Preference SurviVes •dne• �· • A!leetlc:, Gtdl, i.e.-� ...... .. . . ·:-: . •' ;. 1r." ,, ' .. ·· . .. . · 6itt9r Oebate Precect es Vote;· But SlU Musters Roundin Farm BUI Fight 1ropps to Win ·. .· .. . ·. · 1ie� battl�ground was the: ft�� of the IJou se of Representatives. Tt,ie weai'on was the House version of the 1985 Farm Bill. The stake�were cargo pteference. And when ·the debris 6f · . -�!: ! 1, " • . · . houi-S=iong debate was finally cleared, all anti-cargo preference amendments .. were defeated. The resuU · means thaf:Skafarers can ' count on . their rightfu l share of government-impelled cargo and the jobs and job security that go along .. with it. The floor fight over the cargo pref� erence issues was the culmination of a year-long effort by anti-maritime; . . agribusiness intere t to trip the U.S. · ·.· m rcruint marine of a vital t; gov­ · , ernment cargo, one of the few govern­ ment upport program I ft lo the U. merchant tfeer. ym o. , •.. ' '' .. ,,--·�:· ' .. · .. . -� � 7_ ,.! i,� . ·�·· y the past several month top� tile . · anti-merchant marine forces dead 'in . the water.'.. . : •·Theiobbyil.g;.ef(.t;.rthitlts peak when. mo� Jhan ��l.Jru n� �e$entativ� · . and upgraders spent:tw.O day,$ in��· . ·<N."·,<!\i'Y<:·., sonal 'lobbying efforts throughout the House offices and hallways (see s�ory ·: pages 16and.17). .. . ·:· . . ··: .. · As a result of the efforts by the A group of Seattle Seafarer's; led by Field Rep� Rich Berbwit:z, were abje to. �bby first-term Rep. J. Miller (R-W��) as MOier m8de Union, its member hii> :'ifud ·its allies, his way to the House floor for a vote. Later in the. week he thtew hb �port to the SIU aml' voted .&gidnst the antkargo preference amendments. The lobbying.::,team included Greg TuylOr, John Smith, Mikt? O'Counor, Larry Cline and Glen Christensen. (Contimied·oa•Page 3�) ,. 1: J . t �.. · \, · · Sonat Pickets Hit: the Streets Inside: ,, New Marad Chief Nominated , -· , MEBA's - Calhoon · Retires ., Page 4 ... Page 4 ,\ J ! , Towboat Board Meets at SHLSS Page . . SHLSS I ·, ; ., 6 News Pages ·, 9�14 ; ,' : SPAD-Politics Is Power Page 1 5 ;{ Hog lslandf!JrS Revisited Page 22 � Inland Tug and·Tow · · . · News . . · _ Pages 23-25 ;' J ·" i�'.· ; '· .I fi For more than a year Sonat Marine has refused to bSrgain with the SIU .over the status of captams, mates and· e captains. Se8farers around the East Coast have set up informational pickets at mil'1y places where Sonat does btisiness. Here (left to right) OS Pat Walsh, Rep. Bob Hau and Philadelphia Port Agent Dave Heindel picket an ARCO refinery in Philadelphia� · � ' ' ·'· i fI : f. t � t i i ' I i, "" ' I({ "' ... �·� ·� ' President's Report by "- �: ·� .' Frank Drozak I, �i.. The victory in the House cargo preference fight earlier this month gave me a lot of satisfaction. First it was good to see that a majority of the representatives did. not buy the trash being peddled that cargo preference kills children· and bank­ rupts farmers. That made me hot. We'll fight anybody, anytime; but baldfaced lies we can do witho.ut. The aspect of the fight that gives me the most satisfaction is what you, the inen and women of the SIU did. We had Seafarers from around the country trooping through the halls of Congress, lobbying representatives, passing out infor­ mation and making their presence known. They made a difference. But the people who dido't come. to Washington made a difference, too. SPAD has made it possible for small unions like ours to be }�. ··- r h 1 !Ii. · ' l ��' !�-. ;� . \-- ·-. .,_»· .. .... ,_ I �· _ able to reach out and save this industry from disaster this time. Every $.50 mounts up, arid when that mounts up so can our troops. SPAD is the best insurance you can buy because it offers you pro­ tection in Washington where so much of our future lies. It is here where decisions on such things as Alaskan oil, CDS buyouts, military work, the.Jones Act and dozens of other issues are decided. The SIU is there, and you are there tbi:ough YOUf contnb'titfon· to'· J_>AD.· ' This farm. bill victory 1s the result of all our work, it belongs to the complete membership. · • • • I know some of you out there are trying to decide whether to throw in on our new military ships. The decision is yours to make; but keep in mind, those ships are the biggest game around. We have done our best to make them better. The new A-seniority program on some of the ships means a Seafarer can advance to A-seniority faster than normal. That should certainly be an incentive for a lot of B-book members. If you ship regular on those military vessels, you could earn those 730 days in three or four years (see story page 5). The new engineer's program on the T-AGOS vessels means a ca­ reer as a licensed officer is avail­ able to those of you who want it, and want to work at it. This pro­ gram is a fine opportunity for peo­ ple who want to improve them­ selves. The SIU's Finance Committee met this month at HeadqWlrters. SIU Secretary Joe DiGiorgio and Controller Phil Burlant go over some items. The committee includes William Lovett, cluef steward; John Gibbons, chief steward; David T. Manzanet, AB; Cal James, committee chairman; William "Flat-top" KoOowitch, QMED; Charlie Mann, AB and Lawrence Whitfield, chief cook. "This farm bill victory is the result of all our work, it belongs to th� complete membership." ; � As I'm sure. you know, the SH S h . bCen offering everal course to help you - upgrading ·qualify for work on the military ships. The skills you can learn at the school are just the ticket you need to make sure you can fill those jobs and get your seatime, not to mention paying your bills. These programs, I believe, typ­ ify how the SIU is trying to help you out. We are notjust concerned that Seafarers get a job, we are concerned that Seafarers can ad­ vance themselves, pick up some education, learn new skills and tum seafaring into a career, not just ajob. I urge you to take advantage of what we have to offer you. It can only help. LOG SIU upgraders had a chance to visit Capitol Hill this month and see Congress in action. They are Tom Brooks, Brian Fountain, John O'Shaughnessy, Steve Yursha, Michael Harrell, John McLaurin, Daryl Nelson, Joni Dell'Olio, Mike Schmidt and SIU lobbyist Liz DeMato. Official Publication of !he Seafarers International Union of Inland Waters District, North America, Alfantic, GuH, Lakes and AFL·CIO October 1985 Executive Board Frank Drozak Joe DIGlorglo Secretary Angus "Red" Campbell Vice President Charles Svenson Editor ·\·. Joe Sacco Vice President Mike Hall Managing Editor {''. . Ray Bourdlua Assistant Editor Max Hall Assistant Editor Lynnette Marshall Assistant Editor/Photos 2 I LOG I October 1 985 Deborah Greene Assistant Editor Vol. 47, No. 10 President Ed Turner Executive Vice President Mike Sacco Vice President George McCartney Vice President 1 Leon Hall Vice President Roy A. Mercer V'ice President The LOG (ISSN 0160-2047) is published monthly by Seafarers International Union, Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District, AFL-CIO, 5201 Auth Way, camp Springs, Md. 20746, Tel. 8990675. Second-class postage paid at M.S.C. Prince Georges, Md. 20790-9998 and at additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, Md. 20746. �Cargo Preference Survives Farm Bill Fight (Continued From Page 1.) the anti-merchant marine forces were defeated 245 to 1 79 and 269 to 1 5 1 on the two votes which covered the amendments to the farm bill. Many of the amendments to the farm bill covered the same ground. Basi­ cally they would have exempted all of the government's food export pro­ grams, including P.L. 480 shipments, from any sort of cargo preference requirements. Others would have transferred the funding for cargo pref­ erence from the Agriculture Depart­ ment to either the Department of De­ fense or the Maritime Administration. "It was time to circle the wagons. These people who wanted to strip cargo preference from the nation's laws have been hard-headed and stub­ born for the past year or more," said SIU President Frank Drozak. Drozak noted that the U.S. maritime industry's claims to these export cargoes has been upheld legislatively and in the courts during the past three decades . "Since this thing started, the merchant marine has been _accused of starving African famine victims, of being a major culprit in the nation's budget deficit and of forcing farmers off their land and into the poorhouse. I'm glad we were able to convince a large majority of the House members that those charges just weren't true. These cargo. prefe_rence.Jaw ·· are a,_ •• sP'iall.pricc: t PaY to keep U. ftag - ship .. sai.ij:ng; . • Droz.alt aid. Fiercest Fighting Ever agricultural indu try, including the De­ partment of Agriculture (USDA), have been going on for years. But this past year marked some of the fiercest and most bitter fighting ever. In February, a U.S. District Court judge ruled that cargo preference laws applied to a government program called Blended Credit. The program was a combination of federal loan guarantees and financing to help other countries purchase American grain. The USDA refused to use U.S.-ftag ships for any of the sales. The judge, June L. Green, read the Cargo Preference Act of 1954, which states that any time the government is financially involved in commodity sales, half of what is exported must sail U.S. She agreed, and the wheat hit the fan. USDA Secretary John Block can­ celled $500 million in Blended Credit sales. Large agribusiness opened its pocketbooks, rolled its printing presses and unleashed its public relations people. Here's a sample. ''Agriculture is currently under the threat of blackmail by the maritime industry." National Commission on Trade and Export Policy. "This policy [cargo preference] has had the effect of putting the cost of supporting the merchant marine on the backs of American farmers." Rep. Virginia Smith (R-Neb.) "Cargo preference makes a victim of the African child as surely as it does the farm producer." Rep. Jim Leach (R-Iowa) · "Cargo preference has in reality ripped off millions of dollar.s from the federal government [and] diverted food from the mouths of thousands of starv­ ing and malnourished people . . . . If this amendment is defeated, then Con­ gress will have planted a knife in the backs of our farmers, hungry people in Africa and the American taxpayer.'' Rep. Douglas K. Bereuter (R-Neb.) Those were the - kinds of distortions the maritime lobby had to fight. Even in the middle of those unfounded at­ tacks, the industry, led by the SIU, was able to forge a compromise with many farm groups (see August LOG). Those groups were made up of real live farmers, not big city agribusiness executives. Even the compromise was attacked. AFL-CIO Gives Support The time leading up to the debate on the farm bill gave the SIU a chance to _muster its forces and line up its allies. AFL-CIO President Lane Kirkland jumped into the battle with a letter to each House member. "The U.S. merchant fleet has long been a victim of tough foreign competition and uncertain governmental policy. Cargo preference is one of the few federal programs that supports the industry to the benefit of all America. In the interests of American jobs arid national security, cargo preference and . th tJ ;S. ft et de crve Ame rica's con- tinucd upport," he wrote. Fact b eets and briefing paper from the SIU _and other_ maritime · groups found their way i nto the hand of representative that cargo preference applied to only 2 perc. nt of America's farm exports. They told_ of the dra­ matic drop in the cost of U.S. ships, some 41 percent during the past three years. The floor debate was the place, however, where maritime's allies and supporters finally got a chance to lam­ bast some of the opponents, a chance to set the record straight. Here's What They Said "The Secretary of Agriculture has in effect deprived the - farmers of $450 million worth of sales of agricultural products so the maritime interests do not get the cargo preference which amounts to some $40 to $50 million. So I do not see how this is helping the farmer . It seems to me he is shooting the farmer in the foot," said Rep� Norman Lent (R.-N.Y.). "The truth of the matter is that the restriction of cargo preference will have a devastating impact on every sector of the American maritime industry and on our defellSe capability, but will not provide any meaningfui benefit to the American - farmer," said Rep. Glenn Anderson {D·Calif�). "Let's be hone5t about federal sub­ sidies. Our agricultural sector receives an estimated $18 to $20 billion per year in direct federal subsidies. By compar­ ison, our maritime sector receives roughly $500 to $600 million in govern­ ment assistance, about 2 percent of the subsidies given to farmers," said Rep. Don Bonker (D·Wash.). "The gentlewoman from Nebraska • • • Not every representative was swayed. Here Brian Folkerts, legislative assistant to Rep. Lynn Martin (R-Ill.) explains to a group of Seafarers that 60 percent of Martin's district is agricultural aitd _that Martin was committed to support the anti-cargo preference amendments. The group includes Illinois Field Rep. Bonnie Heraty, and Seafarers Bryan Iversen, Bob Layko,. and � Raji. was talking about how much more food could have been taken to the hungry in Ethiopia. Very true, but if we had bought the food in Argentina, we could have fed even that many more people," Rep. Helen Bentley (R-Md.). "The same people who killed that compromise have about as much in common - ·with the·. American -fanner as 1.ne � SplCek Mei 1 - - , Lange. I have with me wire lel'Vice storieS about of multinational ·· ; _ · _ Argentµie red ·wheat for import into the United States Who's kidding whom. Sayfug that these people represent the American farmer is like saying that Toyota represents the American autoworkers," said Gene Synder (RKy). "Secretary Block has halted the entil'e progr8D) (blt�nded creditJ, but that · -� 1..et ..... eo...p1y wttb the law and die pr'Oll'UI will_fit_ fortbcoll)lng. ,action was abitrai'y · and capricious?' said Rep. Matjo Biaggi . • • • {D- • J98S, this boolter of American cutture proposed to buy 25, funs of _ . More on Pension Buy Here are some of the questions that have been asked about the new Sea­ farers Early Normal Lump Sum Buy Out Pension. • When does a Seafarer's medical coverage terminate under the "Buy · Out" Plan? Medical coverage c� oo the date the application for the buy-out is approved. • Will a wage-related calculation be made and taken into account when computing the lump sum figure? No. The basic early normal· calcu­ lations which include the increments and sulJplements, if the· employee is eligible- for them, · will be used to compute the lump sum payment The wage related calculation will not be made. • What does a "Certificate of Good Health" mean? All that is required is either .a Clinic C ard from a Seafarers Welfare Plan Clinic, or a letter from a private doctor stating that the employee is in good health for his or her age. • How is the $ 1 00 per month an­ nuity affected by the joint and survivor benefit? H the employee and his or her spouse do not choose to reject the joint and survivor benefit, the $100 per month will be actuarially reduced in the •. Out same manne r that regular monthly pension benefits are handled, and a benefit in the amount of SO percent of the reduced benefit. will become payable to the Spouse of the_ employee upon the death of the employee. H the employee and spouse choose not to receive the monthly annuity in the form of a joint and survivor benefit, the full $100 per month will be payable in addition to the Lump Sum Benefit. The procedure to be followed in making this election is spelled out on the appli­ cation form. • Can a current pensioner apply for a lump sum payment, thereby chang­ ing the current method of payment of his .pension benefits? No. The Lump Sum Benefit is only available for those employees· who retire on or after Oct; 1, 1985. • Is the buy out program available to pensioners? ' No. The buyout program is restricted to active employees of the deepsea and Great Lakes employers. /' If you have any questions about the Lump Sum Buy Out Pension, write to Carolyn Gen­ tile, Special Counsel, 675 Fourth Ave., Brooklyn, N.Y. 11232, or call (718) 499-6600. October 1 985 I LOG I 3 ,...... . �I. Ex�SIU Canadian Chief, Former SIU of Canada chieftain "As the SIU began taking over the (1949-1964) Harold '�Hal" Chamber- · ships according to th� agreement, the lain Banks, 76, died <)f heart dise ase _CSU called a strike in March 1949. in St. Mary's Hospital·; .San Francisco . AbQut: 80 ships w¥re atyected, for the on Sept. 24. Canadians at tfuit :time 'still had a SUP officials in San Francisco said sizable deepsea fleet. The �trike spread Brother Banks slipped into a coma as far as G��at Sritain; Em:ope, Austhat weekend after being hospitalized traiia .and New Zealand as left-wing for two weeks. He had joined the SUP longshore m1ions were brought into there in 1941 sailing as an AB and the beef in support of the CSU. working as an organizer for therri in "The famoas 'Battle of Halifax' the 1940s. erupted .on April 8, 1949, when some Seafarer Banks, a native Of Water. 300':SIU 'and CSU ·�en came together loo,' Iowa, was sent by the late SIU in a herut�u ting conftontation on the President Harry Lundeberg to Monwat�tfront there with a number being treal, Canada in January 1949 when hurt by shotgun blasts, , 'bricks, rocks, Canadian steamship companies asked bottles and othermissiles. There were him to form a Canadian affi.liate to waterfront battles in oth�r ports, too, counteract the strong, Communistas the· SIU bo'arded its ships and fuldominated Canadian Seaman's Union fi lled its contract with the shipping (CSU). . · According to author John Gorley ... Jederation� Bunke r (''Liberty Shlps: the Ugly ''T he SllJ finally p ev.ailed and the Ducklings of World War 11"),writing CSU faded away (in 1950) in what one in the Seafarers LOG in ·198 l: writer called 'one of the worst defeats ·When the contract between the to .be suffered by communism in North Canadian Shipping Federation (CSF) America.' " which included most of the Canadian operators, and the CSU expired, the Following the·end of the honeymoon federation signed contracts with the in the 1950s with the Canadian gov­ new SIU. . ernment, maritime labor unions and Hal C. Banks, 76, shipowners, Ottawa set up a govern­ ment-run trusteeship to run the mari­ time unions subsequently ousting Banks as president of the 15,000-member SIU of Canada in 1964. · · ) \ . . · . � \ ;. L ! . J '' · · · 2 Gaughan Named MARAD\ Head President Reagan nominated John Gaughan, 38, deputy assistant secre­ tary for Governmental Affairs in the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) to be head of MARAD:. onSept. . 19. Thej>0st h been vacarit since June · t·\vben; retifed Adnl� liarold E. Slie ar · resigned. · · The U.S. ·senate Commerce Com­ mittee will ha".e to confirm the nomination expected next month. . Gaughan was also, director of Ex- . ternal ·Affairs for MARAD. A Washington, D.C. native, Gaughan joined DOT in 1981 as a congressional relations officer form�time and U.S. Coast Guard programs. Previously, he was an attorney for the Federal Mari­ time Commission. He is a 1970 Coast Guard graduate serving nine years on active duty com­ manding the cutter Point Martin. He also has a Doctor of Laws degree from the University of Maryland. �� -� · '' i•; ·� ' \ ·, '. . Surviving is his daughter, Sylvia Mary Almasri of San Francisco. "He was a legend," declared SIU Secretary Joe DiGiorgio. who added; "Probably few people today under­ stand or know of the contribution made by Hal Banks to democratic unionism · and to Canadian. national security. He successfully led the bitter struggle to oust the Communist Party:­ controlled Canadian Seamen's Union from ttie Canadian waterfront. As di­ rector of the . Seafarers lnternatfonal Union of Canada, Banks enabled. Ca­ nadian shipping and Canadiin sea­ men's jobs to be free from the dictates of the Canadian Seamen's Union whlch was part of the network controlled by the post-war international Communist . Party apparatus.•• · · · · · Hal C. Baliks Calhoon Retires, DeFries Takes Over MEBA Post pre fowing . the u . n.ex . pe�ted · retire�eq.t of . Jesse M.'Cathoon. . · . · DeFries.tQOk over:. the union's Dis. trict 1-Padfic Coast District iri Jan'uary and prior to that h.�ld. several offices . .. .. . withln MEBA. "I've known Gene for many years, and I believe we can work together. We're going to have to because the entire maritime industry, not just the SIU or MEBA or the .NMU, but all of us face tremendous problems. It's time to solve them," said SIU Presi­ dent Frank Drozak. · · ' ' • · j He then returned to San Francisco to run a water taxi business until hls death. C.'.E. (Gene) De rie wa elec.ted . nt of Marine Enli · ficial A ociati n early thi month (i 1- . ·. ·� John Gaughan Greek Captain Gets 10 Years . A Greek freighter captain convicted of forcing 11 African. stowaways 10 years in prison last to overboard into shark-infested waters, was sentenced . . month. {See September LOG.) . . The captain and 10 other crewmen were charged with felonies which could have c0$t them 20 years each in jail. Sbortly before the triil ended, hpwever, they pleaded guilty to misdemeanor charg�s' of endangering the lives oft.he 11 victims. The incident happened off the coast of Somali.alast year. The stowaways were forced overboard at gunpoint about four to eight miles off the coast. The area is notorious for its shark-infested waters. One crewman was acquitted of the charges. The first mate was sentenced to 44 months in jail and the bosun to 31 months. In Greece the prosecution may appeal a sentence; the chlef district attomey said he plans to appeal because the sentences are too lenient. Koreans Agree to Use· U.S.-Flag Ships All military equipment purchased by the Korean government from the U.S. . will be shipped on American vessels until a 50,000 ton deficit is made up. The Koreans, under several agreements with the U.S., have obligations to 4 I LOG I October 1 985 Dies- C .E. (Gene) DeFries · '.'i . .·:. ):; act Along with Drozak, Calhoon h become a familiar figure on CapitO.t• Hill in recent years. The two meo: were on different sides of various. i,Sj sues many times. "Jesse and I disagreed in many areas. But I think we both have tb¢ same goal, a healthy m�rchant fleet:iJ wish Jesse luck in his retirement.!�� Otozak said. :; Calhoon is 62-years-old. · Jesse M. Calhoon use American-flag ships for portions of their military purchases. Quring th¢;; past eight years, the shortfall grew and reached about 80,000 tons. The.Maritim¢;; Administration was willing to settle for the 50,000 ton figure. ; Rep. Helen Delich Bentley (R-Md.) brought the situation to light an�j requested that the Korean government use U.S.-ftag ships to make up the;: deficit. · · ·; �T-AGOS Opportunities for Seafarers With Licenses A new job classification aboard the SIU's T-AGOS vessels could help Seafarers with third assistant engineer diesel unlimited licenses upgrade those licenses in a shorter than normal time and move into licensed positions on those vessels. The new slot on those vessels will be third assistant engineer/QMED po­ sitions. Those positions can be filled by SIU members who also carry third assistant engineer diesel unlimited li­ censes currently. Under the rules of the new program, which applies only to the T-AGOS vessels, a Seafarer with a third assist­ ant engineer's license, but with no seatirne on that license, could advance to T-AGOS chief engineer in three years. But that license would be lim­ ited to only the T-AGOS vessels. However, half of that seatime could be applied to the requirements for an unlimited chief engineer's license. The appropriate Coast Guard examina­ tions must be passed for an unlimited license also. Forexarnple a third assistant/QMED who sails in that job for two years can move up to T-AGOS limited first as­ sistant license. Then sailing for a year on the first's license, he or she may move up to a T-AGOS chief engineer's license. But the applicable portions of the second engineer's unlimited li­ cense exam must be taken. If a Seafarer sails aboard a T-AGOS vessel as third assistant/QMED, he or she will gain membership in MEBA2 and will also sail as an officer with the privileges and responsibilities, in­ cluding posting their license and wear­ ing khakis. For more information on this pro­ gram contact your port agent or Head­ quarters' Frank Paladino. I T-AGOS Contender Pays Off I Here's more of the crew of the Contender; (I. to r.) AB Al Lautennilch, AB Bob Wassnik, OS George Apo, OS Rocky DelaMerced, (kneeling) QMED Donald Struthers and AB Gerald Durham. · New Program Can Speed A-Book 8-book the eafarer AB for the military hip . The 7 0-day eatime requirem nt may arned w ith ut tandaro, other word 730 r uch if a eig ht y cafarer earn Keystou StaU, tender, MV Cormorant, SS ChalJIJhooche, ern Cros a . In th day in 3'h year , then A- e ­ ni rity will be granted. The hi p which the new pr gram ppl i e to are: The U Bellalrix, U N Algol, USNS Capella, U 'N; Alllans, S time earned by b regar d to a Lim , Con­ lab&a SS odaw<q SS SouJh- Slolwort, MV Con- B-book member elected pri r 10 hipping a oard the ve el will not c unt toward the 730-day requir; me n t e tabli hed by S.S. Titanic Memorial Sought · A bill which would declare the site of the Titanic's wreckage a maritime memorial and prevent tampering with the wreckage or the site until an international agreement is reached, was introduced in the House last month. Rep. Walter Jones (D-N .C.), who introduced the bill, said, "The significance of the Titanic transcends national borders . . . and, at long last, survivors and the family and friends of those who perished on the Titanic can now perhaps put one final issue to rest." Standby Chief COOk Jerry Magno and Chief Steward/Baker Maxine Peterson are caught in the sparkling g�y 9rt�e ..Cf!n!e1Ukr. . . . . . 2nd Seafarer Buried at Seafaters Haven Seafarers from the Harry Lunde­ berg School at Piney Point bowed their heads in solemn prayer during a morn­ ing burial service at the SIU cemetery, Seafarers Haven, for Seafarer Bella Szupp last month. Though most had never met him, Seafarers placed flow­ ers next to his casket. Brother Siupp, 60, died Sept. 2, 1985. Before the clear running waters of the St. Georges·· Creek, he was honored among friends. and· honor.ed too as the second seaman to be buried in Seafarers H<.tven. " As a young man, Szupp had endured a treacherous escape from his native Hungary to the United States. He sailed entry level in every department on ship from 1961 when he became a member of the Seafarers International Union. "Bella's exuberant personality and his congenial attitude made him an · f 1 !. i '· f f I i excellent shipmate, watch partner and friend," Ken Conklin, SHLSS com­ . mandant said in a eulogy. In Baltimore retirees remembered Szupp. During his retirement on dis­ ability pension, from 1983 , he lived in an apartment across the street from the hall. He frequently arrived at the hall for a game of cards with fellow pensioners. And days when he did not go to the hall, Szupp would sit outside on his porch and greet passersby, Port Agent Al Raymond said. Szupp also . would care for stray dogs in the neigh­ borhood around the hall. The grass has filled in over the spot where Szupp is buried. Because Szupp has no surviving relatives, Seafarers passing through the Lundeberg School will be the ones to put flowers on his grave. A few feet away former SHLSS Vice President Frank Mongelli rests in peace. Seafarers and frieods pay last respects 'to Bella Szupp who is the second Seafarer to be buried at the SIU cemetery. October 1 985 I LOG I 5 �Towboat.Advisory Board Meets 1f �· ·.� �('. ' q . . ; ' [r Toget�er, Inland HE T nation's inland waterWa.ys "are vital transportation arteries and will stay in business. despite the dis­ tress'' the industry is suffering right now, Bill Creelman, Marad's chief deputy for inland and Great Lakes told the more than 70 people gathered for the arinual Towboat Advisory Board meeting early this month. . The day-long gathering ai SHLSS covered such areas as what the SIU and the SHLSS can offer to the inland waterways industry, some of the rea­ sons for the decline in the industry, what the government plans to do, new work (including military contracts) and legislative issues. The Towboat Advisory Board is made up of industry, government and Union representatives. The meeting gives the group a forum in which to discuss the problems and needs of the industry. It allows for an exchapge of ideas by both Union and management. · Industry Can Solve Its Problems "We're here becatise we need your input. We are trying to give you the best we can and want you to be able to take advantage of what is here. We've just got to keep this industry alive," SIU President Frank Drozak said. Creelman gave the day's major presentation as he discussed some of the reasons for the shrinking inland industry and what could be done to put itbac� 011 its feet. Before joining Matad; Creelman spent 34 years as an executive. with National Marine. He said that. two of the major rea­ sons for a depressed inland industry are overcapacity (too much equip­ ment) and the decline of the nation's industrial and agricultural economy, . two of the major users of inland trans­ portation. Representatives from the Army, Navy, Air Force and Coast Guard explained the various new programs stressed that as the industry's needs change, the SHLSS must be kept in­ formed so the school can continue to tum out students who fill the require­ ments. "Out product is manpower, and it's meetings like these that help us learn whai the industry needs," said John Mason, dean of education. Mason said that one of the goals of the school is to tum out graduates of the various upgrading courses with practical as well as classroom expe­ rience. "You're not getting somebody from us who'll quote a test· answer, but somebody who knows what to do," he said. That is one of the reasons for the school's new ship simulator. The mas­ sive computer-controlled simulator can give a student a chance . to control a deepsea or inland vessel. The impres­ sive display can be used to create just about any situation a Seafarer or Boat.. ,man could run into on the water. In addition to educating members for their particular jobs, the school also tries to help members with their non-working lives. That's why the SIU has begiln a drug abuse rehabilitation program to go along with the success­ ful Alcoholic Rehabilitation Center. Rick Reisman, director of the sub­ stance abuse program, told the board that it was time for the industry and the Union to clamp down on drug abuse and to help the victims of such abuse. JO "One out to . many peopl h I r drug . work for your company? Figure out how many have a problem," he said. It's time for you to let it be known that drug or alcohol 'abuse on the boats won't be tolerated. Let it be known they have a choice. Either find new employment or get treatment, and we offer that treatment," Reisman said. (Continued on Page 7.) SHLSS Commandant Ken Conklin wel­ comes the 70 Towboat Advisory Board mem­ bers to the annual meeting . t � Coast Gnard Capt. D. A. Naus eXplalns plans the Coast Guard 1s·stodyiilg to contract out some services the civilian sector. Army Lt. Col. Roy Schaibel (left) was part of a panel diseusslo�. on military wm:� for the inland industry. SIU Vice President Leon Hall (right) Hstem. · SHLSS Dean-Of Education John Mason tells the Board, "Our product is.manpower, and it's meetings like these that help us learn what the industry needs." which will call for the services to contract for tug and tow transporta­ tion. The military has discovered that civilian contract crews and ships can be counted on. Even the Air Force is getting into the act. 'Tm like the new kid on the block, the closest thing to an admiral in the Air Force," said Lt. Col. John Reidy. He explained that the Air Force does operate several types of ships and is looking into the possibility of civilian operation of those vessels. The Transportation Institute's Tom Allegretti told the Advisory Board about several of the legislative ·and regula­ tory issues the iitd'1.stry faces and what has been done abQIJt them. Several of the issues include: Coast Guard and port user fees, weakening of the Jones Act, OSHA inspections of towing ves­ sels, pilotage on tank barges and �atch­ standing requirements for uninspect­ ed vessels .. SHLSS officials spent. the morning sessions explaining to the board the various programs the school has to offer which help make SIU Boatmen the most qualified on the Lakes and rivers. The instructors and officials Navy Capt. Robert Kesteloot, of the Office of the Chief of Naval Operations, chats with SIU upgrader John Kearny during a break in the meeting. 6 I LOG I October 1 985 ---- - ------·- ·- ---- --- --- --·· - ----· -- ------ -- --- . �Towboat (Continued from Page 6.) Other areas covered during the day included manpower requirements, adult education and various vocational courses. I r' · ' ' ' Bill Creelman, deputy administrator fo� inland waterways and Great Lakes, explains some of the reasons for the decline in the inland industry, including economic hard­ times for the agriculture and heavy indus­ tries, two big users of inland transportation. The SHLSS' new ship simulator was one of the more pop�lar parts . of the day-long Board meeting. Here Steve Bargas of Ship Analytics, the company which designed and built the simulator, explains how it operates to group of Board members. First Aid for Choking-It Can Save a Life-Yours By Phillip L. Polakoff, M.D. Director, Western Institute for Occupational/Environmental Sciences Choking is a frightening experience , both for the victim and those observing it. Let' s say you're eating with a group of friends on your lunch break , or at a restaurant, even at home. One of the group tries to swallow a badly chewed lump of food. It gets caught in the throat, re ulting in total obstruc� tion·:· · , · . , ""·'": ·., . .. Suddenly, the struggling victim is quite silent, unable to cough or speak . ��-··· wbistw·"aa ' the windpipe . . · Knowing what to do and ....111S. .. MUi1U moving in y doing · it quickly in such a situation can save a life . Your first response should b e what is colmnonly · called the Heimlich Ma­ neuver-or abdominal thrust . Here' s how t o d o it: If the patient is standing or sitting, wrap your arms around his or her waist from behind. Make a fist with one hand and put the thumb edge at the bottom of the rib cage somewhere 9etween the navel and the lower ribs. Clutch the fist with your other hand, then thrust hard inward and upward. The hard thrust on the upper ab­ domen may give a popgun result, forc­ ing air out of the lungs up the windpipe to propel the obstruction up and out: One thruscmay �o the trick . Jf not� . ' do it again. 1,'he maneu ver c� be don repeatedly,' if nece ary. If the patient is lying down, the abdominal thrust can still be used. . ... · ., try' · to ted or Landing. Get him quickly on ' hi . bac�. K nee l a tride hi hip ,. facing him. With t{fo heel of one hand stbone and cov­ placed below his b ered by the other ha!ld , again press hard and thrust towar(l�he throat . If the patient vomits lifter this pro­ cedure , immediately turn him on one side and clear his mouth. After the rescue, it' s a good idea to � · Visiting New Orleans During a visit to New Orleans, Recertified Bosun "Dulce" Duet and Steward Bernie Guarino take some time in the haU to go over the Seafarers LOG. · · the American Red Cro and the American Heart A iation have , recommended and taught slaps For year , on the back as.,,.the fiist step in emer· Dr. gency assis nee ' for cho�ilig. ' . . - blOw . . · certain to be made final. It calls for the back blows to be dropped and the Heimlich Maneuver, which will be called by its generic name, the " ab­ dominal thrust ," to remain as the sin­ gle recommended first aid for life­ threatening choking. Prevention is still the best means for lowering choking deaths. As the Life Extension Digest reported re­ l - -:._ :.-.�·:·=:.-:��=--- ..- c ntly, h 're • how e pe rts cauti n on choking: . Eiit lowly. Chew thoroughly : Hyon wear dentures, be doubly careful: Solid pieces of meat are the bigge .t culprits · in y bloc buc ve been known to choke to death on a ingle uocbewed pean:ut. • · · food or and may cau piece of me fi reign body to lodge more firmly in the throat. The dispute, which grew bitter over the years , apparently has been re­ solved . An annual conference of the American Heart Association, held in Dallas , issued a preliminary recom­ mendation which both the association and the Red Cross said was virtually . If you s tart to choke, do not leave the table . Hold your throat and indi­ cate you need help. If you go off alone , the experts say, your chances of sur­ vival are slim. And they have a final piece of ad­ vice: Heavy drinking of alcohol and eating is like drinking and driving. The Atlantic Spirit SIU Patrolman Nick Celona (left) poses with some · of th e crew o f the Atlantic Spirit (Puerto Rico Marine) when she was berthed in New Orleans. With Celona are (I. to r.) Bosun Steven Coker, OS Michael Warren and AB Randolph Archer. October 1 985 I LOG' I 7 l 1:.-:._·�:_ get medical advice to make sure there is no internal damage from the thrust­ ing. This is rare , but it could happen� The risk can be minimized by the correct positioning of the hands . The Heimlich Maneuver, named af. ter its developer, Dr. Henry Heimlich, is becoming the single recommended treatment of choice for a choking vietim. i} �Area Vice Presidents' Report \. 1 training facilities at Piney Point, and have tried to work closely with the owners of companies to secure legis­ lation that will help the industry. Oc­ casionally a company like National Marine will come along that will break the trust that we have tried to develop. While we have made the resolution of the NationaJ Marine. impasse a top priority, we are still working to im­ prove conditions for our other mem­ bers . We recently wrapped up nego­ tiations with Energy Ammonia Transportation Company. · '� Govemment Services · by V. P. Buck Mercer W e will be sending a business agent to Diego Garcia. Ra1eigh Minix , who has serviced the Subic Bay area so well, will be heading on towards the Indian Ocean sometime in November. We are talking with the MSC about having them pick up transportation costs to such places as Diego Garcia. More on this in my upcoming columns. The MSC has hired people to work on a temporary basis on those vessels affected by the recent decision to ap­ ply the Service Contract Act to some vessels that have been contn�cted out to the private sector. We are not sure if we can get these vesseis on a full­ time basis ; but we are keeping our fingers crossed. This will be a good chance for us to pick up more jobs and better pay for our members . West Coast by V.P. George McCartney · r-1 : )!, , ,,/ �. . W e have been active in the local races in Seattle for city councilman and mayor. In addition, our good friend Thomas Bradley , mayor of Los Angeles, was unopposed in his bid to become the Democratic nomi­ nee for governor of California. Bradley has been a strong supporter of the American-flag merchant marine , as well as the fishing and canning industries, b th ofwhich have expe- ·"'rien� sCtjou T Gulf Coast by V.P. Joe Sacco he big news down in the Gulf is National Marine, which has tried to lay off 150 of its workers . National Marine has been taken over by Towboat Operations Department of Compass Marine Propulsion, Inc. We intend to bring the matter to court because as far as we are concerned it is not a legitimate saJe. For the past several years , the tug and barge industry has been in a tur­ moil. The latest move by NationaJ Marine is just the latest in a series of events which have upset the rules under which labor and management operated for many years. The Union is trying to make sure that we can compete in this new en­ vironment. Last month at Piney Point, . we held a Towboat Advisory B oard' meeting which was attended by rep­ resentatives from- the SIU , several . towboat companies, the military a ·' the government. We discussed the issues that are changing the face of the tug and barge industry, and the things that this Union and its membership can do to make sure that we can continue to play an important part in this vital industry in the years to c-0me. We have continuously upgraded our · cicclinCS · �.n y . ,,Many.maritime re tat� industries on · the We�t Coast have' not been doing well. The Tacoma Boat sliipyard has flied for bankruptcy . Seven tankers have been laid up in Swann . Island . We crewed up the Overseas Boston, which had been laid up in Seattle for two weeks. The Gem State, a crane ship, was temporarily laid up in the Birmingham, Wash. Naval Shipyard . We have been waiting for EPA ap­ proval for incinerator vessels that will help this co untry dispose of its toxic waste material . We have reason to believe that the EPA will approve those vessels . We have been forging ties with other labor unions . We helped the Lab�rers Union man a picket line at tf:ie Dis­ neyland Hotel. In this day anq age , even Mickey Mouse can .be a lousy employer. · fl:d 8 I LOG I October 1 985 W Great Lakes And Inland Rivers by V.P. Mike Sacco e have been working hard to pass a right-to�know law in Michigan. Similar laws have been passed in 1 3 other states . Organized labor a s a whole made state right-to-know laws a top priority when the Occupational Safety and Health Administration failed to carry out existing federal laws. The safety of American workers is being threatened by cuts in the OSHA budget. There are one-third fewer in­ spectors available for field duty as a result of budget cuts made during the past four years. This has had important conse­ quences for workers employed on our Great Lakes vessels . For one thing, they must deal with detergents and other chemicals that may pose threats to their health. Under the right-to-know law that is being promoted by organized labor, all potentially hazardous materials would have to be listed on a product . There is also the question of right of refusal. Do workers have the right to refuse to work if they believe that their safety is being threatened? This grassroots political activity has an important side effect . In lobbying the Michigan state senate and house on these matters , we get to meet the people who may eventually serve i n Congress. A senator or representative who has dealt with a union on a local level will be more receptive to its arguments on national matters . A degree of trust will already have been established. That is what happened in the debate over cargo preference. Many of the congressmen who supported the mar­ itime industry wefe . �ople<who had dealings with the SIU on a local level. In addition, we have been able to develop strong working relations with other unions . That wilh:ome in handy in the next presidenfiaJ election . . . �.;c;,�=... T � & • East Coast by V. P. Leon Hall he dispute between the SIU and SONAT Marine has entered its second year. Last July , the company informed the Union that it would not negotiate over the wages , benefits and ·working conditions of the captains, mates a11d barge captains employed in its various fleets. The matter is presently being argued in the courts. The dispute between the SIU and SONAT is part of a larger trend that is affecting the inland industry as a whole . The most important thing to remember, however, is that the SIU has refused to give in and is working to protect the interests of its members . All across the country , the Union has been putting up informational picket lines to publicize the shoddy way that SONAT has treated its work­ ers . One of the most successful pickets occurred in Norfolk, where deepsea sailors and industrial workers sup­ ported their fellow workers in the inland industry. More than 20 workers manned an informational picket in front of Colonna Shipyard, which does a lot of business with SONAT Marine. Colonna was singled out because it too is trying to deprive its workers of their economic and legal rights . The name of the game is money. Both Colonna and SONAT Marine are being run by a new brand of cofPorate man­ ager who sees pension money as a source of company revenue . Norfolk was a logical place for the SIU to confront SONAT Marine . It is one of the few ports on the East Coast that has not been . hard hit by the present recession in world shipping markets. Much of the work available to sea­ men shipping out of Norfolk has been generated by military work that is being contracted out to the private sector. There was a lot of activity there last month . The Keystone State left to go to Pensacola. The James B. Anderson Jr. was in port, as well as the !TB Mobile . Still, things would be a lot better in Norfolk and other eastern ports if the federal government would come up with a policy to stimulate merchant shipping. The problem with the maritime in­ dustry is part of a larger crisis In the transportation industry as a whole. Deregulation . has created a crisis in the airline and trucking industries . . . Safety is a\ serious >probJem: · • · ··': ,.n-' •' t Safety is also a problem for our brothers and sisters employed· irf't'he fishing industry . Hundreds of fishermen are being forced out of the industry because private insurance companies are ask­ ing exorbitant prices for protection . Steve Edney , the national director of the UIW , which is affiliated with the SIU , submitted testimony to Congress on this matter. One bright note: Frank Drozak , president of the SIU , has been awarded this year's Paul Hall Award , which is handed out b y the N e w York Maritime Port Councir. The award comes at an historic time in the maritime industry. It marks the one hundredth anniversary of the mod­ ern seamen's movement ; the twenty­ fifth anniversary of the New York Maritime Port Council, and the fifth anniversary of the Paul Hall Award. DON 'T B E TRICKED Look for the Union Label for your Hal loween Treat Union Label and Service Trades Department. AFL·CIO • · 'C".' �,. :. : :'� .. '. ,; > " .. . ·•· .· ··. · . ': ,\. . : .; ·i · ' :; New H yd rau l ics Class Gets U nder Way at S H LSS The Hydraulics course .is designed to give the Seafarer a working knowledge of hydraulic systems found aboard ship . Among the subjects covered are theory and terminology, symbols, circuits , pumps, motors, valves, l l I I.. fluids, cylinders and filters. After studying basic systems and co�poncnts;> ate .· · · si)C¢Wc· Systems studied such as watertight doors, winches, windlasses, steering gear and the Hagglund deck crane. The classroom time is supported by practical work on a hydraulic trainer and actual hydraulic components such as pumps , motors , valves and cylinders . The course is four weeks long. The eligibility requirement is as follows: all applicant! must hold:a QMED-Any Ratin Coast Guard Endorsement. Instructor Biii Foley explains proper dismantling procedure o f hydraulic cylinder to Bob Layko. ) :! g HandS-On expenence Is an Important part of the Hydraulics course, as shown by · Jeff Mccran i e dlsassembHng a hydraulic pump. ·1 :1 J :1 ii . I nstructor Bill Foley, (second from left), c hecking the m o u n t i n g flange A d i rect ional control valve bei n g d isassembled by J oseph Spel l . l I ll w i t h class mem bers (J. to r.) Bob Layko, Carl Merri t t and J oseph Spe l l . October 1 985 I LOG I 9 l ,' I' : I .. � I �. .. . ' Seafarers Continue · to Trai n Meet MilitC}ry lob Challenges . " With the Sealift Operatio ns and Maintenance Cou rse · . . Since January 2 1 , 198 5 , seven Sealift classes have been con­ ducted at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. To further meet this challenge, the enrollment of stildents has increased from 2 5 per class to 40. . . . . operations and the loading and unloading: of��nwnerized cargo with a fork truck. This will ensure our members the job security they so richly deserve, now and into the future . This training is . required·' by all membe� who attend . classes at contracted companies a nucleus of SHI.SS, and is four weeks in length. over 2 50 trained members to man The course covers UNREP (Underthese ships . This specialized :·· way Replenishmc:nt), VERTREP ·· We now have given our .military training has result�d in · 'the · awarding of four more converted SL- 7 class ships to Bay Tankers, Inc . as T-AKR's. Training has Replenishment) been updated with · the addition of small crane Fork Truck operation5� Damage Control and Crane Operations. A separate course in ' " - .. ' . (Vertical Director of Sealift Trai n i ng BiH Hel wege procedures prior, to the UN R E P t rai n i n g . crane maintenance will be offered in the near future for electricians . This will ensure our memb.e.rs the job security .they so richly deserve, now and into the future. · :� J ' Bill Eci<les, recertified bosun (c.) passes the shot line to the tank barge_ ' .� : The high fine Is hauled across to the tank barge and attached to the king post. 10 I LOG I October 1 985 Ernie Duhone (rear) signals replenishment completed as the crew d isconnects the barrels. �Deck Instructor Joe Marshall, (I.) Instructs students In high stacking of pallets. Student M ike O'Connor positions pallets duri n g Seall ft Operations and M ai ntenance C:trl1t. Seal i ft Operations and Mal otenance student Bern ie H utchi n g navigat i ng 1he obstacle course with fork truck. Ferd i nand Gongora using a Clark forkl i ft to transport contai nerized carg'o I nto a forty foot container. ·i J i l l Prescott l earns proper signalman proced ure from I nstructor Ed Boyer prior to l lttlng of a m i litary grader. ' · • SH LSS crane l i fts m i l itary road grader onto a barge. i · " ' ··' The contai ner bed i s posit ioned prior to hoisting. Recertified Bos un N i ck Nagy pos itions container. Gene Spau l d i ng prepari ng operate the SH LSS crane. to October 1 985 I LOG I 1 1 _.L • �S H LSS I nstructor Sets H igh Standards With Ass istant Engi neer Exam i nation Resu lts (iiiaiiiii£�iiiiiiail Ir a · !t · +i;� ' ,,i, ' . i"i :, i .� ' · ,1 \, I• { r .' . .' Biii Egllnton SHLSS I nstructor The Seafarers Haicy Lundeberg School of Seamanship is very proud of its students' test results on the . U . S . Coast Guard Assistant Engineer examination. StatiStics on the last five classes show that 72 percent passed the examination on their first attempt f The· first step Seafarers sh01.tld take in obtaining a license for a Third or Second O riginal Unlimited License must be to submit a completed United States C o as t Guard (U . S . C . G . ) application at their nearest U . S .C.G. office in order to determine their eligibility to sit · Engine :R<>om eligible by the U . S . C. G. office , have them verify this in writing. Do not accept a verbal , "Looks " o . K . to me There · is Previous articles in the LOG have addressed the problems some studentsJace by reporting to S H LSS without t h e proper character reference on their U. S.C.G. application form . These signatures must be obtained by the Seafarer on board ship before · Blue Book' ' and ' ' Study · Guide to the MultipleChoice Examinations for Third and Second Assistant Engineers . , , Bill n� applied his research and knowledge · to the· courses he teaches, and the results speak for · . themselves. a waiting list he submits his license application. These signatures can be obtained at anytime and. you do not have to wait until you have the full required seatime before beginning your application process. courses so you must apply early. Bill stressed the importance of following the correct pr<Xedures to qualify for the courses before arriving at SHLSS. · written· two books in his spare time �q · is .working· on a third. He. i s ' the ' author of " Marine . . i f' · SHLsS instructor Bill ,pglinton is es�y pi:oud of thes¢ results. Bill h� taught at the school for ·1 3 years and has taught the ten week Third and Second Original Unlimited License program since '198 1 . A graduate of Calhoon Engineering School and the •.)t ' ·.\i . ' and the remainder of the students re-tested and also p�ed the exam , giving S.HLSS stiidents a 100 percent average . The national average for the same time perio.d was 71, percent'. · ·· If you choose to go for a license , you should obtain a U . S .C G. application form after you have completed about two thirds of the requifed seatime. Also remember to obtain the necessary signatures : Master, Chief Engineer and one other Engineer on the next several boats or ships on which you sail . The ,license course is tough and . there · is no time alloted for confusion as to your eligibility to sit. Any effort you make to properly apply and produce the seatime requirements will reward you with the maximum time for study. � for - - - - -- - - - · - · - · - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - · - · - · - · - - � - - � - - - · � · - · - · - · - · - · - ' , · ·· . · ·· · · . QM E D Update · · It is extremely important to notify the SHLSS if there is any change in your rating. Verification is required; include copies front and back of · ,! , .. '! · ·' " : .:"'1 - , _ ' · seamen's documents or a .copy of your license. . , . Fill out the coupon · bclaw and send to the Seafarers Harry lurideberg School of Seamanship, Piney Point, Md. 20674 . . • . . . . . . . . . . • . . . • . . . . . . . .. . •. . . .. . . • . . • . • . • . . .. • . . . . . . • . • . . . • . . . • . . . . • • N : Mail To·: : Seafarers · Harry Lundebcrg School of Seamanship : Director of Vocational Education Piney Point, Maryland 20674 • • The following information is provided to my records: I received my QMED rating on update _ _ _ Date I have completed .the following specialty course(s) : .. ' , ). · · Marine Electrical Maintenace ': . . \ ·� .. nt: Communi ty invoivem$nt is an importa above at the St. Mary's County Fair. M pect . · /.'- · Pumproom Maint & Operation Marine Electronics I Date .. E __ Date ___ Dare Welding -- Date : I hold a valid 3rd / 2nd Assistant : Engineer License issued on · • • _ _ _ Date Hydraulic --Date Adtomation · __ Date Date . ---------� NAME_ � . SS# · BOOK# . - c U I W members prepare booth at St. Mary's County Fair. Diesel Regular -- Refrigeration Systems; Mainte.nance & Operations tc>r ' SHLsS, _ ;as ,, �hown . . Date ------- . . ADDRESS : · TELEPHONE# . . ����-�--���- : Note: Each member should provide a photocopy of : evidence to substantiate changes in the above : records. • •• . . . . . . . . . • . . • . . . . . . . . . . .• • . . . . . . . . • • . . . . . . • . . . . . . . • . . . • • . . . . 1 2 I LOG I October 1 985 - � . --�------------ -� - ·· �--- ------- ----- ---·· ·- - -- ·--·-- - - -- -- - · - - - -- -- 1 �N ew Steward Prog ram 1. S H LSS H o nors Reti ree The m ission of S H LSS is to provide well -trained personnel for our contracted companies. Periodical ly, we review our curricul ums, analyze members' recommendations and send i nstructors to sail aboard sh i p to determ ine whether or not c hanges in the i ndustry aboard new ships necessitate development of new programs to ful fi l l the requ i rements aboard these ships. After caref u l l y eval uat i ng the many ski l l s needed for the steward department, we have developed and w i l l con t i n u e to develop a steward prog ram w h i c h we feel w i l l be second to none and provide the necessary ski l ls for each rat i ng . Effective September 4, 1 985 w e w i l l be start i ng Phase I of the updated p rog ram . Realizing rati ngs d i ffer aboard freighters and cru i se s h i ps , we have l i sted i n c hart-form the cou rses needed to accom modate a l l rat i ngs. Descriptions of each upgrad i ng phase for the steward department w i l l appear in future art i cles i n the LOG. 2. FREIG HTER/TA N K E R SPECIALTY COU RSES C R U ISE S H I P Recert i fied Steward Plaq ues of recog n ition for h i s many years of ded i cated service to SH LSS and t he SIU was presented to Jose p h Zienda by Com mandant Ken Con k l i n . A l so present for the awards were Laymon Tucker, D i rector of C u l i n ary_ Servi ces, and Executi ve Chef Romeo L u p i nac c i . Chef Or 14 WEEKS C h ief Pantryman Or Chief Butcher Or .. C h i ef G rade Manager Or Pastry Chef Or S H LSS Second Baker Chief Steward Chief Cook 1 4 WEEKS Sous Chef And G rad u ates Chief Crew Cook Second Butcher 1 4 WEEKS And Line Cook And Second Cook Cook and Baker 14 WEEKS 7 WEEKS COOK · 7 WEEKS BAKER Assi stant Cook And · · Baker's Helper And N ig h t Baker .. , 3. . E�.IG.lQllJJY: ... . .. . ;> e 1'20 days as a steward assistant • 1 80 days as a steward assistant for t h ose who have not g raduated from SH LSS ·· · · ... . . � · · · • • • • trai n i ng program M ust speak, u nderstand, read and write Eng l i s h H igh School d i p loma or G ED Eq u i valency, or 2 years to comp lete G ED (If not qual i fied i n t hese areas refer to LOG for when these G E D and Eng l is h as a Second Language programs are offered at sch oo l .) C l i n ic card m u st be up-to-date To upgrade to each level member m ust have sai l ed 6 months i n previous rat i ng . 4 . COOK and BAKER COURSE Cook and Baker course w i l l con s i st of 14 Weeks at S H LSS. 7 Weeks of cook i n g i nstruction, demon stration and on the job trai n i ng . 7 Weeks o f baki n g i nstruction, demonstration a n d on t h e j o b trai n i ng . •. NOTE: After the t h i rd week of each course, a t h ree-man-board w i l l review each student as to h is/her demonstrated abi l ity to conti n u e i n the program. Refrigeration Front row I. to r.: Bill Llgnos, Steve Walters, Robert Benson. Second row I. to r.: James McDaniel, Ed Smith, Tyler Womack, Edwin "Red" Harris, Spurgeon Simpson Jr. \_ Seallft Operations & Maintenance Hydraulics Front row I. to r.: Carl Merritt, Joe Spell, Dan Rose, Instructor Bill Foley. Second row I. to r.: Chromer Jefferson, Jeff Mccranie, Rob Caldwell, Paul Hanley, �ob Layko. First row I. to r.: John Zepeda, E. J. Rokicki, Ramll Mohamed, Claus Schunk, Eddie Kirkland, Sii T. Abzara Jr., David Mull, Biii Hellwege (instructor). Second row I. to r.: Michael W. Crane, Jiii Prescott, Wlllle Mitchell, Glenn Christianson, Joe Marshall (Instructor), Ed Boyer (instructor). Third row I. to r.: George Bradley, Bryan Iverson, Mike Hall, Peter V ictor, Gene Spaulding, Charles Spence, Mike O'Connor. Fourth row I. to r.: Osmond Rajl, Matthew Stevenson, Bernie Hutching, Mitchell Santana, Frank Arnett, Nick Nagy. Fifth row I. to r.: Julius Francum, Greg Taylor, Doug Craft, Ferdinand Gongora, Ernest Duhon, Robb Saylor. October 1 985 I LOG I 1 3 '! �Upgrading Course Schedule · �� �, '(JN�< I ;, ·� i< � · .' t ! : ,, : \ .I'. .. i .' \ ·' -t.'o,_ Deck Upgrading Co u rses November Thru December :� Q85 P Following are the updated course schedules for November through December, at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship . For convenience of the membership , the course schedule is separated into four categories: engine department courses; deck department courses ; steward department courses; 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 �y. Class �edules may be changed to reflect membership demands . SIU Representatives in all ports will assist members in. . preparing applications. NOTE: Re-regi ster before leaving you r home port for train i ng at the Seafarers H arry Lundeberg School of Seamansh i p to avoid havi ng an expi red s h i pp i ng reg istrat io n card when leaving SHLSS. Also bri ng proof of Seafarers Welfare Plan e l i gi b i l ity 1 1 with you. November 1 4 S i m u l ator November 1 5 November 29 December 6' November 21 Decem ber 5 December 1 2 Able Seaman/Crane Operator Novemoer 1 December 1 9 En� ine Upgrading Courses Course Check·ln Date Completion Date .. Mari ne Electronics November 1 December 1 9 Diesel Engi neer - Reg u l ar November 7 December 1 3 Steward Upgrading Courses Course Check·ln/ Completion Date Length of Course Chief Cook Cook and Baker N ovember 22 December 1 1 varie� M arch 20 Adult Education Courses Course (ESL) Engl i sh as a Second Language Check-In Date November 1 5 Completion Date December 1 3 (ABE) Adult Basic Education November 1 5 December 1 3 N ovember 1 December 1 3 : (GED) High School Equivalency Program . . . . . . . . ........ .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SeafareJS Harry Luncleberg School of Seamanship Upgrading Application · :. · Name I . ; : ' (first) (Last) I (State) Deep Sea M ember O DECK DEPARTM ENT Date Book Was lssued Date of B i rth Telephone (Zip Code) I n land Waters Mem tier D _______ Port lssued � Mo./Oay/Vear --. ,-r.:-i -= =­ -� ­ -� � � (Area COde) Lakes Member D ------- _______ Sen iority Pacific O Are you a grad uate of the SH LSS T rai nee Program: O Yes _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ No D (if yes, f i l l i n-below) Trainee Program: From -------,.,,=.,,.. to==n------­ (dates attended) . Have you attended any S H LSS Upgrad i ng Courses: D Yes Course(s) Taken No D (If yes, fi l l I n below) Date Avai lable forTrai n i ng No D Firefig hti ng: D Yes No D CPR: O Yes ------- RATING H ELD. DATE S H IPPED ;S�IG�N�A�T�U�R�E;;.,;;;;;:;;-���� DATE No transportation will be paid unless present original receipts and successfully complete the course. you 1 4 I LOG I October 1 985 D Chief Cook O Cook & Baker O Towboat Inland Cook D Chief Steward No O RECORD OF EMPLOYMENT TIME-(Show only amount needed to upgrade in rating noted above or attach letter of service, whichever is applicable.) VESSEL 0 Automation FOWT QMED-Any Ra ttng D Diesel Engine Marine Electronics Marine Electrlcal Maintenance -o Pumproom Maintenance & Operation o Refrigeration Systems Maintenance • Operations O Chief Engl nnr/Assl stant Engineer (Unlnspected Motor Vessel) O SecondfThl rd Asst� Engineer (Inspected) D 0 D O STEWARD D EPARTM ENT _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ . Do you hold a letter of completion for Lifeboat: O Yes AB Limited o 1 st Class Piiot AB Special Towboat Operator Inland Towboat Operator (NMT 200 miles) Towboat Operator (Ove r 200 Miles) Master/Mate Inspected Towing Vessel Third Mate Radar Observer Unlimited Simulator Course E N G I N E DEPARTM ENT Port Presently Reg i stered I n Endorsement(s) or . D 0 O O O O D D 0 . ------- Llcense(s) Now Held --'----� ' . Q· Tankemi.,.. . .. D Quartermaster: . . ; cf AB Unllmttecf' ' •'ef Ce1Ht1ei . ,.livlget16n • (Middle) Social Security # ------- Book # _ · Address------�::=.---� (City) ____________ I am i nterested in the following course(s) checked below: . . .; ·, . November 1 · 'J Completlon Date Radar Observe·r _ · l �. - . . · . . � rograms Geared to llnprove Job skms s"'j"'", °' And . Promote U.S. Maritime Industry . Check·ln Date Course DATE OF DISCHARGE ALL DEPARTM ENTS O Welding 0 Lifeboatmen O Sealift Operations & Maintenance ' ADULT EDUCATION DEPARTMENT O Adult Basic Education (ABE) ' O High School Equlvalency Program (GED) O Developmental Studies (DVE) O English as • Second Language (ESL) .COLLEG E PROG RAM ��������­ RETU R N COMPLETED APPLICATlON TO: Seafarers Harry Lu ndeberg Upgrad i ng Center, Piney Poi nt, M D . 20674 O Nautical Science Certificate Program · o ScholarshlplWOl'tt Program 0 Other �r ) SPAD Is Power-Power Is Politics What i power? For the Seafarers International U nion power i SPAD­ The Seafarer Political Action Donation. Let's break down what · SPAD stand for. SEAFARERS-That' you, your shipmate and your U nion, whether you ail deepsea inland or Great Lake . To be a eafarer you b ve to have a JOB and you need JOB ecurity. POLITICAL-Today politic play ooe of the major role in getting you a JOB and protecting JOB ecurity. Politic i the Jone Act. Politic in Ala kan oil. Politics i cargo preference. Because what you do for a living i so clo ely reJated to politic and government, your JOB and JOB ecurity depend on politic . ACTIO H the SI U al on it duff and dido 't get involved in the action of politic , you wouJdn't have a JOB or JOB ecurity. Ju t look at the recent fight over cargo preference, a program that account for 37 percent of the cargo carried by the U . . merchant marine , carried by you. DONATION-If there are no donation , there i no SPAD. Thi i the mo t fundamental and direct role you play in protecting your JOB and JOB ecurity. It finance all the political activity the SIU i involved in from Capitol Hill to City Hall. lt educate the public and the lawmakers. It upport our friend and help beat our foe . W hington D.C. i where almo t every major merchant marine and I U battle for JOB and JOB ecurity i fought today. The e battle include bill and regulation ranging from thin ucb your afety, your j b right , n w JOB uch military work, JOBS carrying g vemment-impeUed cargo, protection of y ur JOB from unfair foreign competition and a host of other area . PAD make the work of the IU lobbying team e ier. T be frank, being a politician i e:xpen ive work and SPAD help u reward our friend by helping them g t re-elected. We help with mon y we help with manpower. P litic can be a na ty bu in . P litic i certainJy a hardball bu ine . A I ng our enemie people who want to ee the U. . m rchanl marine dry up and wither away, are aJway out in fi rce on Capitol Hill , in the e ecutive office and th agencie , th I U h lo be there t oo­ t protect you-to protect your JO BS-to protect your JOB ecurity. upp rt PAD. Let the Union upport you. Here i ju t a partial Ii t of the hundreds of pi c of lcgi lation and regulation the IU and it lcgi lative team must deal with in ju t on year. Read it; then you wilJ ee why the JU mu t be in Wa hingl n and why it must be armed with a powerfuJ 1-SPAD. i l OIL EXPORTS me 40 ru I carry this vital resource. dd'eated and your JOB wen ved. • .883 Export Administration R.i ut horization l (E protect American Seafaring S. I (Ino uye ) lI Extend ection 7d re tricti n against the export of A ka iJ for 5 years until September 30, l 9'JO , and correc leg­ i lative veto provi i WW help to buDd more • J B UNO wbkh more JO • I H . R . 2893 Qualified Operator (Biaggi) larifie th e v e e l and perator which arc eligible to utilize the F program I • H . R. 3 1 64/S. 1 522 U nqualified Withdrawals ( B iaggi/ imp n ) lmpo e evere penaJti for u nquali­ fied withdrawal of funds by predator corporati n in the event of a ho tile corporate takeover I l ! l I l ARGO PREFEREN l ! I I II Cargo preference tlHMdalldl of JOBS. - ! j· (B llCCOUD I' ', f ! ., , 'I I· .) ' .! S. I 7 DOT Authority (lo uye) Clarifie and trengthen DOT auth rity over federal agency cargo preferenoe compliance H . R . 19 9 Ag:ric Import (Ev ns-IA) Require that 50% f all agric commod1ue produc imported into the U . S . be carried n U . .-ftag ve ls CARGO PREFERE If cargo prefe.reoce I ph le to require the filing f rate with the FM for cargo moved over land Lo contigu n Lion port ION I A) w AR 0 DIVERSI AD B Act A major move to export the oU ( 1 I :; · . · to treqt.ben for 7 pettm l fl the mercbant' marine' cargo and H . R . 1 30 1 Dr y Bulk Promotion (Donnelly) Require 40% of dry-bulk ca.rgoe to be tran ported n U .S.-built, U . . ·flag hip within 10 years H . R. 2573 Dry Bulk Promotion ( Bateman/Bogg ) Require 20% f dry-buJk cargoe to be transported on U.S.-built , U . S.-ll hip within 1.S ye s. 1 8.5 Gov't·lmpelled Cargoe (In uye) ClariJie Gov't-impeUed cargo law ; provide enforcem nt mechani m; in· crea e PR &. trategfo tockpile car­ riage to I H . R . 1 702/ . I 6 Carriage of U . S. M ail (Bentley/In uye Require th t U . . mail be carried on u . . hip m) or J . .,. e. Di pule Oversight Hearing ( H . Merchant Marine ubcm te) Hearing to re iew cargo preference law and th di pute between agriculture and maritime over ppli ti n of P to ag• ricultural export B.R. 2100 Rcauth rize and amend food , and farm program H . R . 1 6 1 2/ . 72 1 CP Exemption (English/Boren ) Exempt all agric. export programs ex­ cept PL-480 from CP requirements R . R. 1 760/ . 930 Tola) CP Exemption (Bercute� ickJe ) E emp all agric. e port programs ad­ ministered by the CCC from CP re· quiremen H.R. 1 5 17/ . 664 CP Exemption (Smith, NB ickJe ) Exempt export PIK, blended credit, and commercial agric exports from CP requiremen H . R . 1 466 Blended Credit Exemption (Evan , IA) Exempts the blended credit program fr m CP rcquiremen H . R . 2357 CP Exemption ( B rown, CO) Exempt all g vt-finan ed agric. ex­ port from P requircmen H.R. 246.5 Agric Trade Cmte (Smith NB) E tablishe an Agri Trade Cmte to tudy int'I agric trade and recommend ction to expand U . S. agric exports H.R. 1464 CP E pen C$-D00 ( Evan , IA Transfer re pon ibility for funding CP to the Defen e Depanment H . R. 1 465 CP Expen e$-MarAd (Evan lA) Transfer re pon ibWty for fund.in to the Maritime Admiru trati n 1985 Farm Bill (de la Gan.a) fcderal agric, ( ontinued on CP 18.) October 1 985 I LOG I 1 5 �- ___,,_,,______---·---- �'f ' � ·. i Members Turn Lobbyists Seafarers Hit the Hill for Massive Garg "I think that we all earned our money on this one," said a weary but satisfied Frank Pecquex after the House of Representatives voted to defeat 20 anti-cargo preference amendments that Rep. Virginia Smith (R.-Neb.) and others had tried to attach to a farm aid bill. Pecquex , the head of the SIU's legislative department , noted that the issue was still farfrom resolved. "There will be some kind of anti-cargo pref­ erence measure up when the Senate gets around to debating its version of the Farm Bill," he said. Still, the House vote marked an important victory for the members of this Union. As Rep. Barbara Boxer (D-Calif.) said on · the floor of the House of Representatives, "The cargo preference law that currently exists is keeping our merchant fleet alive." That assessment was echoed by many other supporters of cargo preference. "This (anti-cargo preference) amend­ ment could mean as many as 6,00C more jobs lost," said Rep. Barbara Mikulski (D-Md.). "We cannot afford to lose this vote," said SIU President Frank Drozak shortly before the de­ bate began. The vote on the Smith amendment, the most serious of the anti-cargo pref­ erence amendments, was defeated by a lopsided margin of 269- 15 1 . "I at­ tribute the size of our victory to the work that our members and field reps did on behalf · of our position," said Pecquex. "No one was expecting a victory quite this big." Given the importance of the issue, more than 60 SIU members and field reps volunteered to spend a week in the Washington area to help the leg­ islative staff lobby the 435 members of Congress. They came from all across the country: Washington state, Indi­ ana, New York, Alabama. For a week, at least, Capitol Hill Wilmington Field Rep. Scott Hanlon arranges an appointment with Rep. Matthew Martinez (D-Calif.) With Hanlon are Seafarers Dan Rose and Mike Schmidt. was awash in white caps and SIU jackets. "Everywhere you turned ," said Liz DeMato, one of the Union's lobbyists, "you could see SIU mem­ bers fighting to protect the job security of their fellow Seafarers." "Before they showed up ," said DeMato, "people didn't know what a merchant seaman was. But our guys worked hard. They exhibited a lot of class. The results speak for them­ selves." It was a hectic week. SIU members accompanied their field reps to various congressional offices from their state or region. They dropped off position papers, 'spoke to congressmen or their legislative assistants, and generally made their presence felt. "It is one thing to read about the legislative process in high school or Union ed class," said Mike Hall, who ships out of Seattle. "It is another thing to be part of it." For many of the members, it was a real eye-opener. "I can't believe how small those congressional staffs are," said Joseph Spell. "How can they possibly keep on top of every issue? It's a good thing that we are here." "How the hell can those lobbyists Rep. Ed Feighan (D-Ohio), center, talks with SIU Field Rep. Martin Vittardi, right, and SIU member Mitchell Santana about his iron-clad support of the American-ftag merchant marine. walk so much every day?" said old­ timer Willie Mitchell. ' 'These halls just go on and on. ' ' Some of the members were so moved by the issue that they made impas­ sioned speeches. "If things get much worse in the maritime Nicholas Nagy (center) takes a break during the long day on the Hill. With Nagy are Michael Moore (left) and Willie Mitchell. Rep. Dan Schaefer (R-Colo.) studies some of thi ·Capitol Hill with. Field Rep. John Ravnik (left) f1 are bosons George Bradley and Julis Francom. industry , " said SIU i the � the A of C4 Eugene Spaulding to Calvin Hill , the admin­ istrative assistant to Rep. Louis Stokes (D-Ohio), "I might not be able to find a job. As it is, I have to wait several months on the beach before I can ship out." "Few people understand what the maritime industry has done," said SIU Field Rep. Martin Vittardi. "We have enabled thousands of inner city and Appalachian kids to make something of their lives. We have made a differ­ ence." "In case of a war, it will be the people standing before you who will have to secure America's sealift ca­ pability. They will be risking their lives to save this country." The cargo preference issue came up at a very busy time. A number of different farm groups were lobbying the House on the entire Farm Aid Bill (cargo preference accounted for 0.08 percent of that appropriation). In ad­ dition, the House Ways and Means Committee had scheduled hearings on the president's tax reform package. Many of the field reps and members had to go back to their home ports Philadelphia Rep. Frank Spazziani (center Mark Ricci check to see which congressio 16 I LOG I October 1 985 ----- -- - --- - --- --------- ·----··----- ------= �� Preference Campaign, Foes Beaten largo preference information the SIU Oooded Francisco, points out some facts. With him before the issue was finally resolved in a dramatic three-hour floor debate . But while they couldn't be there in person, they were there in spirit. "Mike Nagy (recertified bosun) couldn't stop talking about his expe­ rience as an SIU lobbyist, " said SIU Wilmington Port Agent Mike Worley. "He told everyone here that he chewed Tip O'Neill' s ear off. " The SIU members obviously made a difference. Congressional supporters of the maritime industry , armed with the facts that the SIU members and field reps had given them, were able to clear up a number of misconcep­ tions that had been raised by several farm groups . " Both U . S . agriculture and the mar­ itime industry are essential to our nation's security , " said Rep. Robert Borski (D-Pa.). "I reject the notion that we must sacrifice the interests of one to help the other. " " I would like , " said Rep. Mario ·· Rep. John Miller (R-Wash.) threw his support behind the SIU. Here on his way to the House ftoor, Miller is accompanied by a mobile lobbying team that includes Field Rep. Rich Berkowitz, Greg Taylor, John Smith, Mike O'Connor, Larry Cline and Glen Christensen. Biaggi (D-N . Y . ) , "to . . . put things in perspective. If you objectively as­ sess this issue, I think you will come to several conclusions . " First, " h e said, "the merchant marine is indispensable to our armed forces and national defense. "Second, cargo preference is essen­ tial to the survival of the U . S . maritime industry. "Third, a vote for cargo preference is not a vote against the American farmer. ' 'These amendments will not help the farmers significantly , but it will kill the merchant marine. " "Everyone i concerned abou t che American farmers , " said Maryland' Mikulski. " We know that they are - suffering, but the reason that they � , J.er E.J. Rokicki, center, talks to two farmers about t role that cargo preference plays in providing -ftag merchant marine with a minimum amount eep it aftoat. SIU Rep. Ed Kelly, right, makes an appointment to talk to a member of the Alabama congressional delegation. With him are SIU members Darryl Nelson, Joseph Spell and Willie Mitchell. Seafarers Ferdinand Gongora (left) and >resentative is next on their list. cannot export is because of the high value of the dollar, declining land val­ ues, low market prices and huge crop surpluses. "In 1984,'' she continued, "of 145 million tons of U . S . agricultural prod­ ucts, only 2 percent was covered by cargo preference . . . . " I think it is a shame, " she said, "when one group of American work­ ers is pitted against another. " Seafarer Dan Rose (left) shakes hands with legislative aide Erin Atwater from the office of Rep. Barbara Vucanovich (R-Nev.) Matt Stevenson is at the right. October 1 985 I LOG / 1 7 �..J . SPAD Is Power-Power Is Politics H.R. 2 1 1 2/S. 616 1985 Fann Bill (Daub/Helms) . Reauthorize and amend federal agric, food, and farm· programs H .R. 1965/S. 908 1985 Fann Bill (Am Fann Bur) (Emerson/McConriell) Am. Fann Bureau Federation proposal to reauthorize and amend federal agric, food, and farm programs S . 1041/S. 1051 1985 Fann Bill (Boschwitz/Zorinsky) Reauthorize & amend federal agric, food , and farm programs H.R. 1 3 1 3 Food fo r Progress Act (Huckaby) Establish a 4-year program to provide food assistance to countries wishing to develop long-term commercial agric policies H . R: 2407/S. 1049 Agric Export Enhancement (Thomas, CA/Wilson) Expand agric exports thru programs administered by t_he CCC & USDA, including Export PIK, blended Credit and Food for Peace CARGO PREFERENCE (CP) Other possible vehicles for anti-cargo preference ame�dments . · ' ' s. 1040 Agric Export PIK (Cochran) Establish a program to expand U.S. agric exports by providing surplus CCC stocks to offset foreign subsidization H .R. 2000/ S. 843/S. 1083 1985 Fann Bill (de la Garza/Cochran/Harkin) Reauthorize and amend federal agric, ' food, and farm programs S. 1 7 1 Agric Trade Enhancement Act (Quayle/Boschwitz) Establish a Presidential Agric Trade Cmte to study unfair foreign trade prac­ tices; and expand U.S. Gov't support of agric exports H . R . 999 CCC Subsidy (English) Expand exports thru direct subsidiza­ tion by the Commodity Credit Corpo­ ration H.R. 2 1 40 Agric Export Subsidies (Watkins) Expand U.S. agric exports thru direct subsidization to offset foreign subsidy H .R. 2 1 04 Agric Export PIK (Skelton) Expand U . S . agric exports b y providing surplus CCC stocks to offset foreign subsidy H.R. 1889/H.R. 2390 l!· - "-�•,,>Mk�·ik . ·0· H .R. 1776/S. 42 Barter Trade (Dorgan/Nickles) H .R. 1065/H.R. 2077 Wheat Incentives (Marlenee/English) H.R. 2359 Agric Export Reserve (Evans, IA) �:!���� . Strengthen U .S. food .aid programs. to El:.U . . port .· · Promote agric exports by facilitating the use of barter in trading surplus domestic agric commodities for stra­ tegic minerals & materials Expand & revise federal build-and­ charter program under Title VII of the Merchant Marine Act, 1936 H.R. 2144 Build and Charter "Ready Reserve-Sealift Enhancement Fund" (Mc Kernan) Establishes a new federal fund to.build & charter militarily-useful merchant vessels in U.S. shipyards H.R. 1662/S. 535 West Coast Shipbuilding (Hunter/Symms) Reaffirms existing U . S. policy to main­ tain a West Coast shipbuilding capabil­ ity CONSTRUCTION PROGRAMS-FOREIGN BUILD *H . R. 3 14 1/S. 1481 Foreign-Build Authority (Lent/Stevens-by request) Grants permanent authority, through the Secy DOT, for subsidized U.S. operators to build or acquire vessels overseas *S. 1 482 Reftagged Vessels­ Preference Cargoes (Stevens-by request) Permits vessels built or acquired over­ seas and reftagged U . S. to immediately carry preference cargoes Hundreds of SIU members work aboard U.S. Oag dredges. H.R. 3016 Foreign Dredging (Blaz) Permits the operation of foreign·registered dredges in the Territory of Guam H.R. 85 1 Dredge Waste Reclamation (Yatron) Exempts operators engaged in the proc­ essing or disposal · of waste materials recovered from certain dredging oper­ ations from the Fed. Mine Safety and Health Act of 1977 ENERGY AND STRATEGIC MATERIALS ' U.S.-Oag ships must move government cargoes, including strategic material such as the SPR oil and others. That means JOBS. H.R. 1 699 . . . PR Reauthorization & Coot Imports Reporting Act · . . � . �� I . o( ;,; : . R��uth 9rize & ext� d Titles I . . tlj�· E ne �hcy, &1<;.����Q&, ll\.•"'· · of 1974, arid require a quarteriy report� ing/review of U.S. coal imports · · *S. 960 FY '86 Foreign Aid Auth & Federal Coal Export Comm Authorizes funding for U.S. foreign ajd programs and establishes a Federal Coal Export Commission Establish an Export Reserve to be used for Export PIK and barter for strategic materials H.R. 892 Coal (Coke) Acquis. (Rahall) Require acquisition of 3-year supply of domestic coke for the Nat'l Defense Stockpile * S . Con. Res. 32 . .. Impose duty to offset competitive ad­ vantage of foreign coal Admin. proposal for FY '86 program changes, user fees, etc. Authorize the establishment of user fees to recover costs incurred by the U.S. Coast Guard *H.R. 2466 Coast Guard Amendments (Studds) Makes miscellaneous changes in nu­ merous laws affecting the U.S. Coast Guard H.R. 1231 Int'l Training; Maritime Skills (Studds) Encourages Coast Guard to provide education & training to foreign nations in search & rescue, aids to navig . , & other general maritime skills CDS REPAYMENT Could harm Jones Act trade WlleM· done properly. FY '85 Supplemental Approp *H.R. 2577 Provides supplemental funds for the continuance of federal programs in FY '85 *S. 1160 FY '86 DOD Authorization Authorizes Defense programs for Fiscal Year 1986 H.R. 2485 Limited Payback (Biaggi) Permits CDS operators to repay subsidy and enter the domestic trades one year out of every two H .R. 2550 Permanent Authority (Jones) Permits CDS operators to permanently repay subsidy arid enter the domestic trade if can qualify for tempo� 6month authority for 3 consecutive years 1 8 I LOG I October 1 985 H .R. 368 Build and Charter (Mc Kernan) Establish a Wheat Export Incentive Program to increase wheat exports User fees cQU)d harm U.S. marl� companies and cost JOBS. H.R. 1936/S. 1318 . User Fees (Conte/DOmenici-by request) FY '86 H.R. 422 Import Coal Surcharge (Rahall) COAST GUARD User Fees (Admin FY '86_ Budget) Authorizes $300 million for CDS for s. 102 CDS Auth. (Inouye) DREDGING 't;=�-� ::: �' CONSTRUCTION PROGRAMS Sets FY '86 budget guidelines , including FY '86 Budget Resolution recommendations for the Strategic Pe­ FY 'S5 Supplemental Approp *H.R. 2577 Provides supplemental funds for the continuance of federal programs in FY '85, including the SPR *H.R. 301 1 FY '86 �nterior Appropriations Provides FY '86 funds for the Dept of Interior and related programs, including the SPR H�R. 1699 SPR Reauthorization & Test Drawdown & Distribution Reauthorize & extend Titles I & II of the Energy Policy & Conservation Act of 1974, and require a test drawdown & distribution of the SPR H.R. 1 803 SPR Regional Reserves (Heftel) Requires the establishment of regional SPR storage sites in New England and California H.R. 473 Defense Petrol. Reserve (Thomas, CA) Establishes a 100 million barrel reserve for emergency national defense fuel needs S. 1412 Import Oil Surcharge (Hart) Imposes a $1 O/barrel tariff on all imports of crude oil and refined product *H. Res. 1 2/H . Res. 244 Import Oil Surcharge (Conte/Rinaldo) Express House opposition to the im­ position of any import fee on crude oil or refined products *H. R. 2577 FY '85 Supplemental Approp Provides supplementaY funds for the continuance of federal programs in FY '85 *S. 1 160 FY '86 DOD Authorization Authorizes Defense programs for Fiscal Year 1986 troleum R.eserve (Continued on Page 26.) :. �QMED/Electrician William Carroll (left) and Bosun Roy Salernunt (Transoceanic Cable Ship Co.) for a photo. Theiss meet on the deck of the C .S. Amid the gleaming stainless steel of the Salemum's galley are Chief Cook Ruben S. GaUeguellos (left) and Chief Steward Vicktor Romolo. Loading stores are, from the left: Ali M. Shale, Kevin Daugherty and Alfonso Bombita, aU steward awistants. c.s. Salernum Pays Off in Hawaii ., .·;.. "' :· i �. . •i • ·; i 1· Waiting for the payoff are (t to r.) T�y Evanosk:h; OS; Peter �phet, watch AB, and C.L. Wilson, wiper. On deck are OMUs (I. to r.) Salvador Zabala, Bruce Wright and Turry Mouton. ·. . \ l Posing for this picture at the Salemum's payotr -are Kevin Daugherty, SA; Anthony Evanosidl, OS; Alfonso Bombita, SA; C.L. WUson, wiper; Ali Shale, SA; Edward Collins, cable AB; L. Lawrence, watch A ' B; Bruce Wright, OMU; Ruben GaUeguellos, chief cook , and Eddie Siplin, SA. It looks like Serious buslneSs aboafd the C.S. Salemiim at payoff. From the left are Richard Buchanan, deck delegate; Peter Chris­ topher, watch AB, and Roy Theiss, bosun. October 1 985 I LOG I 1 9 - ----- --- -· - -----�-�---�-----·- "rL ,.· .,j·-·,\, ,; 1t'ii: •"c;• ;. ')'" - ---- · -·------- ---- --- �Cruising Aboard the S.S. Independence '• .,_: ,. . Aboard the Sauntering down a passageway of the S.S. (American Hawaii Cruises) is AJan Perez, OS. S.S. Independence are SIU member and 2nd Mate Bill P�erson (left) and B�un Tom Lasat I Independence Going over some Union business are, from the left: Doug Hodges, AB; Chris Cursio, carpenter; Errol Pak, SIU patrolman, and Keith Douglas, AB. · Oiler Matt McGeehon Labor Day in Mobile More than 10,000 people turned out for a delayed Labor Day parade 'iil Mobile, Ala. The parade was post­ poned when a hurricane disrupted the plans. The SIU and Maritime Trades Department were represented by floats, a large turnout of members and their families and a Seafarer's daughter who rode as queen aboard the SIU float. Here is the Maritime Trades Department .entry in the Mobile Labor Day parade. 20 I LOG I October 1 985 Felicia McCants (foreground), daughter of Seafarer AJvio McCants, was the queen of the SIU Labor Day ftoat. �I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I m c stu m Seafarers I n ternational Union of North America. A F L-CIO October 1 985 Legislati ve . Adm i n istra t i ve and Regu latory Happenings • t Washington Report More than 6,000 seafaring jobs were saved when supporters of the maritime industry were able to defeat all anti-cargo preference amendments that were intro­ duced on the floor of the House of Rep­ resentatives. It was a make or break issue for the American-flag merchant marine, which de­ pends upon cargo generated under the 1 954 Cargo Preferenc<? Act for a large portion of its business. The issue was so important that 60 members of the SIU volunteered to serve as part-time lobbyists (see story pages 1 6 and 17) . The normally fractious maritime m­ dustry put on a united front for the issue. Still, the matter is far from resolved. It is almost certain that someone will try to offer some kind of anti-cargo preference amendment when the Senate gets around to debating its version of the Farm Aid Bill later this year. Alaskan on The maritime industry barely had time to savor its victory on cargo preference when 98 House Republicans introduced trade legislation that could seriously threaten the continued existence of the .. -American�ftag merchant marine. Included in the bill was a provision that would give the president of the United States the authority to instruct the Special Trade Representative to negotiate with the Japanese government over the export of Alaskan oil. The premise behind the bill is this: by offering the oil-hungry Japanese the chance to buy Alaskan oil, they might be per­ suaded to open up their markets, espe­ cially in regards to computers, lumber and electronics. " It is inconceivable that the House Republicans would single out the industry to serve as a sacrificial lamb, " said SIU President Frank Drozak, "especially when that industry-maritime-is so central to this nation's defense. " Ironically, during the past 10 years the Japanese government has removed many of the official barriers to its markets. The real barriers to Japanese markets are in the way that the bureacracy in that country interprets law and sets standards. Before the House Republicans unveiled their trade proposal, unofficial reports from the White House stated that the adminis­ tration did not favor the export of Alaskan oil. There still has been no official word on this, however. ' 'This has everyone in the maritime industry discouraged,'' said Frank Pec­ quex, head of the SIU's legislative de­ partment. "It used to be that when an issue was resolved, it was resolved. Lately, we've had to fight the same issues over and over again. It keeps us from being able to deal in a meaningful way with the many other problems at hand.'' Passenger Vessels A move is under way in both the House and the Senate to revive this country's once vibrant passenger vessel industry. In the House, Rep. Helen Bentley (R­ Md.) has introduced a bill that would permit " hybrid" passenger vessels to be documented under the American registry. Sixty percent of the value of a passenger ship must be built in American shipyards for it to be eligible under this legislation. In the Senate, Senators Daniel Inouye (D-Hawaii) and Ted Stevens (R-Alaska) have introduced a bill that would allow U.S.-built but currently foreign-registered passenger ships back into the domestic trade. Pecquex has testified in favor of the Inouye-Stevens bill. He told the Senate Commerce Committee that the bill, S. 1461 , would add passenger vessels to this nation's existing fleet " at no cost to the government.'' The bill would open a two-year window for some 10 ships which were built in U.S. yards, most notably the SS Liberte, which is owned by American Global Lines, the parent company of American-Hawaii Gf\lises� .¥ oWY o e ves el is redocu- .1 � ··· mented under\thj ' · 1egi$lat.ion. th�if th�; ·. American-flag merchant marine stands to gain more than 500 seafaring jobs, plus additionaljobs and benefits on shore. Outer Continental SheU The House Merchant Marine and Fish­ eries Committee attached an amendment to the 1986 Budget Reconciliation bill which would require that offshore struc­ tures used in the production of o.il and gas exploration be made in the United States. Fifty percent of the materials used in the construction of these rigs would be of American origin. The amendment, which was introduced by Rep. Doug Bosco (D-Calif.), has aroused considerable support from labor and busi­ ness groups. A short list of supporters includes the following: the Maritime and Building and Construction Trades depart­ ments of the AFL-CIO; Armco; Bethle­ hem Steel; Kaiser Steel; LTB Steel; the SIU; the Boilermakers; United Steel­ workers, West Coast Fabricators. The amendment was adopted in retal­ iation for unfair foreign trade practices, including below-cost pricing, subsidiza­ tion of industries by foreign governments, and the dumping of Korean and Japanese goods onto the American market. The issue has important national secu­ rity implications. The capability to de­ velop offshore oil and gas deposits is critical to U.S. energy independence. The Bosco amendment would see that the en­ gineering skills, production techniques and manufacturing capacities be provided by American interests. In addition, there would be substantial domestic economic and employment ben­ efits. One offshore oil platform can gen­ erate between 1 ,000 and 1 ,300 jobs re­ sulting in as much as $200 million in revenue for the domestic economy. One mobile drilling unit can mean 450 direct shipyard jobs, plus an additional 1 ,200 indirect steel and supply relatedjobs. The amendment is also consistent with existing international trade agreements. Article XXI of the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT) authorizes sig­ natories to take action necessary for the protection of its essential security interests relating to trade in goods that directly or indirectly serve military needs. Other GATT signatories such as Britian and Norway have already imposed restrictions requiring local production. Coal Shipments Existing policy requiring coal used on U.S. bases in Western Europe to be pur­ chased in the United States and shipped on American-flag vessels was reaffirmed by the House Defense Appropriations Subcommittee. The legislation affects at least three SIU vessels,'.an(l>Jtumerous shc>residejobs. The Senate counterpart to the House Defense Appropriations Subcommittee is expected to take up the issue sometime in the near future. Tax I l ·: Reform The president's Tax Reform bill, which he claims is his most "pressing" domestic priority , was marked up in the House Ways and Means Committee. It contains several provisions that would have serious consequences for the maritime industry and American workers in general. The legislation would do away with the Capital Construction Fund, which has spurred construction of many American vessels. This comes at a time when the U.S. shipyard industry has reached an all­ time low. The bill would also tax workers' fringe benefits, repeal tax credits that companies operating in Puerto Rico presently enjoy and make several changes in the status of shipboard conventions. The SIU, along with the rest of orga­ nized labor, opposes any attempt to tax the fringe benefits of workers, especially when important health and safety pro­ grams have been scheduled for elimina­ tion. In addition, the Union is working hard to make sure that tax credits offered under S. 936 of the Internal Revenue Code re­ main in their present form. This section recognizes the strategic importance of this (Continued on Page 31.) October 1 985 I LOG I 21 . ·.� I • ':� �The Hog Islander: By Dorothy R• · " The Emergency Fleet has been termed the greatest single industrial feat ever undertaken in history. It has been compared to the building of the Pyr­ amids, or the Great Wall of China . " From The Tale of Our Merchant Ships W HEN America finally entered World War I, it discovered that it had neglected one very important matter-the building of a mechant fleet. Three thousand miles of ocean ex­ isted between the United States and Europe. The use of ships was. imper­ ative to span that distance. Ships of any and all kinds were needed . In addition, a German tyranny was being fought overseas by our allies: France, Belgium, England and Italy. The United States felt compelled to join them in their defense of liberty-our liberty . The fact that U-boats boldly entered our waters and were sinking what little we had in the way of merchant ships, helped to fast-forward our decision. America was called upon by a war­ torn Europe to send food, mainly wheat and flour, clothing, railroad materials and munitions , coal and steel. The task of getting all of this to our allies seemed insurmountable. It was General John " Black Jack" Pershing who coined the phrase , "We must build a bridge of ships across the Atlantic. " And build a "bridge of ships" we did At first, many ships were converted from other trades for war use. Some were repaired; others were leased from foreign countries . But something more drastic was needed. The idea of wooden ships was eliminated for transoceanic use, and concrete ships were tried. But steel ships were what was des­ perately lacking. .. · ,. Emergency Fleet Corp. Early in 1917, the United States Shipping Board was created, and the Emergency Fleet Corporation (EFC) became a subdivision a few months later. The Shipping Board took over control of the many shipyards around the country (other than government Navy yards). By the �nd of August 1 9 1 8 , there were 203 such yards; 100 were newly built. All told, the Erner- Building a Merchant Fleet gency Fleet Corp. built a total of 2 , 3 1 8 vessels from 1 9 1 8 to 1922. The largest of all the new shipyards was the one at Hog Island, near Phil­ adelphia, Pa. This yard, on a 900-acre area of marsh land, was built at an estimated cost of $50 million. And it was this enormous yard, employing 28,000 men, that gave the ships of the Emergency Fleet the nickname "Hogs. " The Early Days F. Huntington Clark of Roxbury , Conn. had the initial idea of building wooden ships to span the i\.tlantic. But it was Major General George W: Goethals who held out for steel ships. (Goethals was the builder of the Pan­ ama Canal and was called to Wash­ ington in April 1 9 1 7 to become the first general manager of the Emer­ gency Fleet Corp.) He broadened the base of the EFC and dreamed of a merchant fleet that would extend be­ yond the war. From April 1 9 1 7 until the Armistice in November 1918----one year and seven . months-the incredible job was ac­ complished. Innocent looking mer­ chant ships with concealed guns and highly-trained crews transported the necessary materials across the Atlantic to our allies . At the time of the Hog Islander: U-boat commanders couldn't tell whether the ship was coming or going. The result, dull to many , was in many ways sleek and modern . Mass Production · . Anni tiee, 3 centen of bipbuilding and 1 ,284 ways, twice as many as existed in all the rest of the world at that time , had built Pershing' s "bridge of ships . " Hog Islander Design The design of the "Hogs" was of vital importance, both because of the newly-devised Ford assembly line pro­ duction techniques that were used, and for economical reasons. Literally stripped of all unnecessary additions, the result was a plain Jane among ships of those days. The result was a curving sheer from stem to stern. The crowns of the decks were omitted as was every other bit of non-essential marine equipment. On one · special group, both the bow and stem were · pointed, a protective device so that American Merchant . The idea of manufacturing ships on an assembly line , like the production techniques at Ford, was new to the marine construction business. Paddle­ wheel hulls for use on Mississippi riverboats had been built in Shous­ town, Pa. and had "their guts" added , in Cincinnati . And mass production "had been tried at th New ork <;on. t ruction Corp. But not imtilHog 'Is­ land, run by the contracted American International Shipbuilding Corp . , was the wholesale plan to assemble a ship from material cut and fashioned en­ tirely in the mills and nearby factories actually achieved . War created the necessity fo r such an extravagant undertaking, and America met the challenge. From the men who set up the systems to the workingmen who drove in the last )' There was an organization of spirit as well as of muscle and brain. War rallies brought the secretary of the Navy and other important people to the yards to talk to the workers . Slo­ gans , contests , posters and projected goals were inspirational. Likened to the building of the pyr­ amids of Egypt and the Great Wall of China, this fabrication of steel ships was , nevertheless, carried out in a remarkably safe and sane fashion. Working conditions and pay were reg­ ulated by the newly-formed AFL. These . : agreemmts provided 'for union stand­ ards of wages, hours and conditions under which the men worked. A rep� resentative board was set up with district examiners in each area, and a safety engineering section of the EFC was created . One shipyard had 50 men checking to reduce safety hazards. Hog Island Admiral Francis T. Bowles was in rivets , there was a unity of purpose. charge of Hog Island, and Lt. Col. . Once the design was set, dies , jigs, patterns , templates-everything that pertained to the parts of the ship-­ Were put into construction at factories which were sometimes several hundred . miles from one another and from the shipyard. Hull plates , engines , shafts, propellers-every last bolt was pro­ duced in large numbers and trans­ ported to its proper place in sequence and then coordinated at the yard. Before Hog Island and other fabri­ cating shipyards, it took a year to build a ship. That time was whittled down rapidly, and by the time of the Armistice, one per month was the rule. Philip S. Duane was head of health and sanitation at the shipyard . Hog Island was an entire city built on a marsh island in the Delaware River below Philadelphia . Of its 900 acres, 20 were covered with workshops , bar­ racks , warehouses, a mess hall, a YMCA, a school for on-the-job train­ ing for shipbuilders, and a hospital. Skilled Labor Hog Islander: Black Falcon courses for technical and navigational training. This massive project required skilled men. Training centers were set up all over the country, some in shipyards, others nearby . Pratt Institute, Mas­ sachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Stevens Institute , Johns Hop­ kins , Tulane , the University of Wash­ ington at Seattle-these were among the many schools which offered free Hog Island had its own band, its own publications, its own filter plant for pure water, its own sewage system, a gymnasium, a railroad, and a post " office . Outside this "city , " huge hous­ ing facilities were constructed for the families of the workmen. Women were employed by the shipyards, but only as office personnel. The first Hog Islander launched was the Quistconck. President Woodrow Wilson and Mrs. Wilson attended christening ceremonies of this ship, which took only six months and 2 1 days to build. But it was the Tuckahoe which set the record about a year later of being built in 27 day s . All told, 1 10 ships were built at Hog Island. (Continued on Page 27.) 22 I LOG I October 1 985 -- -- ---- =-- -� ---- �an No Rest for SONAT I nformational Pickets 'i .\ l 1 l i I l l In order to demonstrate their sup­ port for SIU members employed in SONAT companies, deepsea sailors and industrial workers have run infor­ mational picket lines at specified sites around the country . For the past year, the SIU and SONAT Marine have been involved in a dispute that will help determine the fate of the inland maritime industry for years to come. SONAT Marine is trying to create a "union-free" at­ mosphere on the rivers and harbors of this country . The SIU is not willing to let that happen. Few people outside the tug and barge industry know what is going on because most of the action so far has been confined to the courts. Yet the fight involves important principles, and is being waged in deadly earnest . The SIU sees this fight as a matter of maintaining members ' pension and welfare rights ; ensuring their safety in the face of potentially hazardous re­ ductions in manning scales, and pro­ tecting a grievance and arbitration sys­ tem t_hat bas prevented tug and barge Workers from being fired without good cause. On September 26, an informational picket was set up at Colonna Shipyard, Norfolk which does business with SONAT Marine . Many of the indus­ trial workers there braved dismissal in order to support the workers in SONAT. Over the past year, the Union has not jeopardized the job security of our members , especially the captains , ma­ tes and barge captains who the com­ pany has unilaterally reclassified as· "supervisors . " For that reason , only the non-SONAT personnel who helped man the line are named below. All gave their time and some even risked their jobs so that tlie workers em­ ployed in the SONAT fleets could maintain decent benefits , safe working conditions and unthreatened job se­ curity . The Union thanks the following peo­ ple for manning the lines: James T. Mann Floyd Payton Howard Plybon Clifton Forbes Pat Wright John Cooper Stephen Argay L. Price UIW Joe Jones W. Kaulback - UIW Mark HaU Larry Ambrous Sam Davis Ivey Cox · A · Dag and Its J3oys .: ' Along with the rest of its crew, the Manhattan Island (North American Trailing Co.) sarries an extra crew­ member, Manny the Dog. It appears from these pictures , shot by SIU third mate Marshall McGregor, that Manny is a member of the licensed crew. But unlike some officers , Manny is not rabid, and has the papers to prove it. The eight-year-old dredge is a 28 1 foot long, 2,385 gross ton split-hull hopper dredge. She also is the first of her kind built in America. : '.. : .--: A police officer talks to picket line volunteers at the Colonna Shipyard in Norfolk. Though company officials called the law, there were no incidents and the pickets were allowed to march. The SIU has been setting up picket lines around the East Coast to pressure SONAT Marine. The informational picket lines have been manned by SIU and MEBA members and officers. Here in PhUadelpbia at tl)e MobU Oil Paulsboro Refinery are (left to right) QMED Erik PlakSm, MEBA Rep _Tom Bethel, Steward A.ssist. Douglas Moore and QMED Mike Goins. .' • · The hopper has a capacity of 3,581 cubic yards. Material is pumped into the hopper from a pair of suction arms which trail alongside the ship on the sea floor. when the hopper is full, the Manhattan Island heads to the dump · grounds , when� the ship, which is hinged in the middle, splits apart and material is released. The pictures were ta_ken during a project in Cameron, La. , and the dredge' s next work was set for Free­ port, Texas. �{�; Here's part of the crew of the Manhatlan Island: standing (left to right) Chief Coot and Steward Ed Vieira, AB Paul Wolfe, Dragtender Patrick Burke, Cadet Brad Brown, Mate Patrkk Dollard, Wiper PbU Lyon, Engineer Jim O'Meara, AB Steve Wells, (ki.eeling) Steward Assistant Leo Kinney, Engineer Russell Jewett, Chief Engineer Bill Baumann, Mate Marshall McGregor and Manny. · Manny reaches the pinnacle of "dredgedom" her upon the dragtender's "throne." as Steward Assistant Leo Kinney installs October 1 985 I LOG I 23 �- · - - ·---·--·· - - - . ·-·-------- · -------- - ·------ ---- - ---- -�-- - - #fur;"�.. "-"> ,,, ' . · ,,, ., \ , ,. n �_$. &,..·;," ' ' " ·· · ·�<. �L r I i· I: In Memoriam· Whitley Hudson Callis, 58, died on July 6. Brother Callis joined the Union in the port of Nolfolk in 1 983. He was e a resid nt of Mathews, Va. Surviving is his widow, Hilda. Tilton Jerome Grater, 65, died of heart failure in St. Joseph' s Hospital, Highland, lli. on Sept. 13, 1984. Brother Grater joined the Union in the port of St. Louis, Mo. in 1975 sailing as a cook for Inland Tugs from 1957 to 1975 and for ACBL from 1975 to 1980. o He was a f rmer member of the Brew­ ers and Matters Union, Local 6 and was a veteran of the U . S . Navy during World War II. Boatman Grater was born in East St. Louis, IU. and was a resident of St. Jacob Twsp . , Ill . Burial was in Lakeview Cemetery, Belleville , Ill. Surviving are a daughter, Patricia Ozburn of Belleville and a brother, Clarence of St. Jacob Twsp. Pensioner John A. Hassell, 65 , died on Sept. 4. Brother Hassell joined the Union in the port of Philadelphia in 1960 sailing as a deckhand for Curtis Bay Towing from 1947 to 1985 . He was a veteran of the U . S . Army in World War II. Boatman Hassell was born in North Carolina and was a resident of Wenonah, N.J. Surviving are his widow, Marie ; a son, David of Rocky Mount, N . C . , and a brother, William of Thorofare, N .J. Paul Joseph Mfiduschak, 56, died in Mobile on Sept. 8 . Brother Miklus­ chak joined the Union in the port of Norfolk in 1977 sailing for Allied Tow­ ing in 1977 and as an AB aboard the dredge Sugar Islander (North Amer­ ican Trailing) from 1981 to 1985. He was a veteran of the U . S . Navy during the Korean War. Boatman Mikluschak was born in Pittston, Pa. and was a resident of Nolfolk. Surviving is his r Dispatchers Report for ·Inland Waters SEPT. l-30, 1985 *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Clan A Clan B Class c Port Gloucester . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . New York . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Philadelphia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . , . . . . . . Baltimore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Norfolk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mobile . . . . . . . . . . . : . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . New Orleans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . �· . . . . Jacksonville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . San Francisco . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wilmington . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Seattle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Puerto Rico . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Houston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Algonac . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . St. Louis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Piney Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Totals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . '. . . . . 0 0 2 4 49 1 2 5 0 3 0 0 0 15 2 0 0 0 2 0 12 0 4 0 0 1 0 0 0 2 1 0 22 54 0 0 0 1 8 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 2 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 7 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 7 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 83 0 0 3 0 0 0 0 15 0 18 0 0 0 0 18 0 Port Gloucester . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . New York . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Philadelphia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Baltimore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Norfolk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mobile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . New Orleans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jacksonville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . :-. . . . . . . San Francisco . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wilmington . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Seattle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Puerto Rico . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Houston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Algonac . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . St. Louis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . in t f�'::Y/� · · . 0 : '. : '. : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : 2 14 ' 3 Port Gloucester . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . New York . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Philadelphia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Baltimore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Norfolk . . . . . . . . . . . . · . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mobile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . New Orleans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jacksonville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . San Francisco . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wilmington . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Seattle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Puerto Rico . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Houston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Algonac . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . St. Louis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P Point · · · · · · · · : : · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · : . . . . . . T I . . . . . . . . . . .. . .. , .. . .. . . . . . = Totals All Departments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • •• ' c ... . 1, 2..' ·�.····-''•.·,.,:.·..<..;... 2,:.,. ·,: . .T.�-. . ,�. . , !' ' T' .:&".''.'•{,·:'�'. "-:' . 1 09 2 -.:�> 26 . . 1.'•:- .. ·,�(, i. ": · 58 TOTAL SHIPPED Clasa A All Glllupa Clasa B Clau C DECK DEPARTMENT 0 0 0 0 2 2 7 0 10 52 2 0 0 2 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 2 8 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 15 0 * *REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Clasa A Clan B Class C 0 0 6 4 65 0 5 7 0 3 0 0 1 24 4 0 0 0 3 1 16 0 6 1 0 7 0 0 0 10 2 0 0 0 10 0 0 0 10 42 0 8 0 0 0 0 28 1 0 0 3 0 0 0 1 4 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 20 119 46 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 6 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 4 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 1 7 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 13 0 0 22 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 0 0 0 0 0 5 0 2 1 0 1 0 0 1 1 0 0 74 15 10 3 ,; 5, , 2 89 20 "Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. 7 11 28 152 . 99 0 0 1 0 0 1 2 0 0 5 10 0 0 0 0 0 0 7 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 3 7 0 5 0 0 0 0 3 0 9 �1 5; .- --;;;".''.-: · .i;; .: : : ·. :;\ :. 60 125 " Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last tnonth. New Pensioners widow , Irene . Timothy Keen Sosey, 22, died of injuries sustained in a boating accident in Bay Lake Twsp. (Minn. ) Hospital on July 27. Brother Sosey joined the Union in the port of St. Louis in 1 985 sailing as a deckhand on the paddle­ wheeler Delta Queen (Delta Queen Steamboat Co.) He was born in St. o Paul, Minn. and was a resident f Lake Havasu City, Ariz. Interment was in the Lake Havasu City Ceme­ tery. Surviving are his parents, Walter and Martha Sosey of Lake' Havasu City. Willie Credeur, 61 , joined the Union in the port of Houston, sailing last as a cap­ tain · for Higman To ng .from 1945 to 1985. Brothef . Cre­ deur was born in • Rayne, La. and is a resident of Orange, Texas. :m Pensioner Abel Nolton Trosclair, 70, passed away on Sept. 22. Brother .. Trosclair joined the Union in the port of New Orleans in 1956 sailing as a deckhand for Crescent Towing from 1946 to 1980. He was a veteran of the U . S . Army in World War II. Boatman Trosclair was born in Morgan City, La. and was a resident of New Orle­ ans. Surviving is his widow , Stella. .William Diggs Sr., a'ir jllfii'o� 'lll R Md. · Russell Edward 63 , joined the Union in the port of Nolfolk in 1966 ·. sailing as a chief en­ gineer for the Vir­ ginia Pilots Assn. from 1 952 to 1985. Brother Diggs was a former member of MEBA. He also worked as a machiiiist. Boatman Diggs was born in Laban, Va. and is a resident of Onemo, Va. ·· John Haines, 62, joined the Union in the port of Baltimore in 1968 sailing as a chief en­ gineer. Brother Haines was born in Burlington, N .J. and is a resident of Joppa, Richard J. Lud­ . lam, 58, joined the Union in the port of . Houston in 1957 sailing as an oiler for G & H Towing. Brother Ludlam was born in Raymond­ . ville, Texas and is a resident of Freeport, Texas. Personals Benjamin Harri­ son Hayman, 70, joined ihe Union in the port of Baltimore in 1972 sailing last as a captain for Harbor Brother Towing. Hayman was born in Elizabeth City, N .C. and is a resident of Baltimore. Hugo or Max Brewster Please contact Pete Waters, LNG Gemini , c/o Energy Transportation Corp. , 540 Madison Ave. , New York, N.Y. 10002 . 24 I LOG I October 1 985 .. -- ------·---- �-- -·· � l I I f 1 ! t· r i i i J I I �Onboard the William Roesch, crewmembers (I. to r.) AB Danny Bensoni, Bosun Brett Fischbach and Deckhand Leonard Scott listen to Sacco and Great Lakes Rep. Byron Kelley. Here's Wheelsman John Litersky on the Ml V Belle River (American Steamship Co.) enjoying a meal. Here SIU Vice President Mike Sacco steps carefully back aboard the Union boat after spending time on the MIV William Roesch (Pringle). Deckhand William Mulcahy and Bosun Larry Smith on the Belle River. Conveyorman Darrel Overby on the Clair (American Steamship Co.) St. He claims it's a bank, but t�en Seafarer Andy Goulet bas always thought "big" thoughts. He brought in his new "coin bank" to show his brothers and sisters at the Algonac hall. "When it's full of Susan B. Anthony dollars, I'll retire," he said. On the National Crescent Part of the steward department on the Belle River includes Ahmed Nassar and Ray Buzwah. New Harbor Dedicated in Hawaii While docked in Mobile, Ala., part of the cnw of the tug National Crescent took time for a cup of coffee. Shown here are (I. to r.) relief Capt. Howard Trey, Tankerman Stanley James and Capt. Roy Benoit. A 92-acre, $47 million new harbor facility at Barbors Point near Honolulu was dedicated last month. It is designed to supplement Honolulu Harbor's capacity . The new facility is 38 feet deep with 450-foot wide entrance channel some 38-42 feet deep. A l ,000-foot long pier and a storage yard will be added by 1987. October 1 985 I LOG I 25 �SPAD Is (Continued from Page 18.) ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES These issues could help create new JOBS, .such as · . �> ·... � · .. Power- Politics '·ls · PoWer .. ocean incineration ' H.R. 967 Clean Air Act Amends; Vessel Air Emissions (Florio) Reauthorizes and amends the Clean Air Act H.R. 1295/S. 1039 Ocean IncineratiOn (Boxer/Cranston) Requires a comprehensive study to be. conducteq on the . health & environ­ mental effects of ocean incineration of hazardous & toxic wastes *H.R. 1232 Oilspill Liability (Studds) Establishes a single nat'l li�bility sys­ tem to replace the four separate existing single-purpose 'oil cleanup programs *H.R. 1957/S. 824/S. 1502 Ocean Dumpi11g (Mikulski/Lautenberg/ Chafee, PY request) Reauthorize for . 2 years Title I of the Marine Protection, Research, & Sanc­ tuaries Act, which authorizes Gov't selection, monitoring,. &. enforcement of ocean dumping cites · _ *H.R. 3 158 (Jones) Revises laws related to maritime com­ mercial instruments and liens and public vessels and goods as Chapters 3 13 and 3 1 5 of Title 46 Each new passenger ship could employ as many as 1 ,000 people. Revitalization Efforts (H.M�&F Cmte) Discuss initiatives to expand & revital­ ize the U.S.•ftag passenger cruise ship industry *S. 1 64 1 Vessel Redocumentation (Inouye) Permits any U .S.-built passenger cruise vessel -subsequently sold foreign to re­ ftag U . S . with Jones Act coastwise privileges · PORT DEVJ):LOPMENT AND INLAND WATERWAYS Improvement on the inbinCI ·w�terways could lead to thousands of SIU JOBS on the rivers. · Several hundred SIU members depend on the Lakes for their JOBS. Establishes the principle o f lowestlanded cost in shipping Governmerif cargoes, and directs federal agencies to follow this practice in shipping agency goods *H.R. 3 1 96 Pilotage Liability (Oberstar) Revises laws related to maritime liabil­ ity for personal property and goods as Chapters 307 and 309 of Title 46 PASSENGER VESSELS GREAT LAKES *S. 1 5 1 8 Gov't-lmpelled CargoesLowest Landed Cost (Glenn) *H.R. 3 157 (Jones) *H.R. 2577 FY '85 Supplemental Approp Provides supplemental funds for the continuance �f federal programs in FY '85; including funds for water projects *H.R. 2959 Provides FY '86 funds for energy and water development programs. Administration/Senate Republican Cost-Sharing Agreement Negotiated to remove veto threat from H . R. 2577, the FY '85 Supplemental Approp. bill (See Above) *H.R. 6 Water Resources Development (Roe/Howard) Omnibus bill authorizes $ 1 8 billion in water projects & establishes cost shar­ ing 'fortnula which substantially in­ creases the 'co'sts borne by local bene­ ficiaries FY '86 Water Devel Approp Limits the liability for negligence of U . S . registered pilots navigating vessels on the Great Lakes so as to provide reciprocal and equitable participation by U . S . and Canadian citizens in pilot­ ing Great Lakes vessels JONES ACT The Jones Act protects thousands of SIU JOBS. *Coastwise Trade Oversight Hearing U .S . Customs Svc. Activities (MM&F Subcmte on Investiga­ tions & Oversight) · · .. · . '' · ·· · Hearing to review U . S . Customs Serv­ ice regulation of certain activities in­ volving the U . S . coastwise trades MARITIME DEFENSE COMMISSION This c0�i0n c0uld �ad to more SIU JOBS. · •. ·. nze , riiatio'n '' , ,, . , . �¢�� �W61J �tittl� · *H.R. 2577 .. . FY '85 Supplemental Approp (House Approp Cmte) �fe�s,ep�. , .. TRADE AGREEMENTS Fair trade means U.S. ships with U.S. crews could compete. S. 189 Bilateral Agreements (Inouye) H.R. 2268 . Isra I Free T rade • Provides supplemental · funds for the continuance of federal programs in FY '85 *H.R. 3 156 trade between the U .S . and Japan . Facilitates the co.osiderati�h '& imple­ mepmtion of re�iprocal trade measures · against coun�ries employing U nfair trade · · policies · · s. 609 unfair · Trade Act (Byrd) . · TRADE REORGANIZATION H.R. J20iH.R. 1679/H.R. 1928/ S. 2 1/S. 923/S. 1 365 U . S . Dept of Trade (Endreich/Regula/W atkins/ · Moynihan/Riegle/Roth) Revises existing laws pertaining to lim­ itation of liability for maritime claims Revises, consolidates, and enacts cer­ tain laws related to admiralty and mar­ (Jorres) ·· �ent bc:.t�een J raet 'ancJ the p.S . t . of . H ring t review the TRADE REMEDIES MARITIME LIABILITY REFORM H.R. 277 (Biaggi) Implements a two-way free trade agree­ Trade . . Authorize the use of funds appropriated to Navy for the expenses of the Com­ mission on Merchant Marine & De­ fense; extends the date by which reports and recommendations from the Com­ mission are due H.R. 2 1 97 Commission Extension & Funding (Bennett) Establish guidelines for the negotilltion· · of bilateral maritime agreements s. 450 U . S . Trade Commission (Bingaman) itime liability as subtitles I and II of Title 46, u .s. Code; ·�shipping" Reorganize trade bureaucracy, and es­ tablish 3: U.S. Dept. of Trade Establish a Presidential bipartisan Int'l Trade and Export Policy Commission (List compiled by the Transportation Institute) Gas�Culprit in Tanker Blast Hydrogen gas, not sabotage or foul play, caused the explosion which ripped apart the oil tanker Puerto Rico last year off the coast of northem California, the Coast Guard reported this month. The explosion, which killed one crewman, apparently was caused by the hydrogen which "could have been produced by caustic soda cargo leaking into a void space and reacting with . . . zinc coating, " the report said. It also laid some contributing blame on the ship's captain for "failure to determine that the caustic soda had leaked into the void space. " Fish Gain Vote Years ago Navy submarine pioneer Adm. Hyman G. Rickover changed Navy tradition and stopped naming submarines after fish. He substituted prominent people, cities and states. His reason, "Fish don't vote. " Tradition will return during the next several years thanks to Navy Secretary John Lehman who has revived the practice of naming submarines after such fish as tigersharks , barracuda and even the lowly perch. TMT Starts New Service Trailer Marine Transport Corp. will use the Caribe Tra.der to begin new RO/ RO service to the Leeward and Windard Islands. The 385-foot Caribe Trader will sail from San Juan, P.R. to Barbados, St. Vincent, St. Lucia, Martinique , Dominica, Antigua and St. Kitts. TMT is a Crowley Marine Corp. subsidiary. 26 I LOG I October 1 985 . ' · . . . T � SIU and other .community organizations in Baltimore got together to make a wish come true for a young cancer patient, a trip to Florida;s Disney World. More than $5,ooO w&S l'1:iiSed at varioU.S l)euefits and functions so Teddy Roser and bis parents ean vi$t Disney World and meet Mickey Mouse� one of_ Teddy's fondest wishes. Pictured above are (t to r.) Bob Ardnt, Lou Karpouzie (chairman of the fundraising drive), Rep. Helen Bel}tley (R�Md.), Teddy with bis parents Susan and Ted Roser, Kathy Hoff and SIU Rep · Bob Pomerlane. f ll ! I I �.,.- -.. Stylianos Goumas, 60, joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1964 sailing as an oiler. Brother Goumas was born in Greece and is a resident of Fort Lee, N.J. · Harold Dean Smith, 65, joined 1 the SIU in the port of Wilmington, i Calif. sailing as an oiler-FOWT. Brother Smith is a veteran of the U . S . Navy during World War II, sailing last as a WT3C aboard the ; USS Columbus. He Was born in · ' Springdale, Iowa and is a resident of Payson, Ariz. • Deep Sea Willie Albert Sr., 59, joined the SIU in the port of Baltimore in 1955 sailing as a chief cook. Brother Albert began sailing in 1946. He was born in North Carolina and is a resident of Baltimore . John H. Dehring, 60, joined the SIU in the port of New Orleans in 1 961 sailing as an AB . Brother Dehring was born in New Orleans ' and is a resident there . = Thomas Richard Reading, 66, joined the SIU in the port of Seattle in 1 970 sailing as a recertified bosun. Brother Reading was born in California and is a resident of Central, Utah. Hector M. De Jesus, 6 1 , joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1955 sailing as a chief cook. .. Brother De Jesus began sailing in 1947. He was born in Utuado, P.R. 1 and is a resident of Brooklyn, N . Y. .. -· Henry Boyden Donnelly, 65, joined the SIU in 1 947 in the port of New York sailing as a recertified chief stewl'!rd. Brother Donnelly gradu­ ated from the Union's Recertified Chief Stewcµ-ds Program in 1 980. · . .. j sailed dulirig the Vietnam Wat< His'.'son; . William , -was a 1969 SIU scholarship winner alternate. Born in New York City, he is a resident of Lacombe, La. m ·fil The Hog Islander: Buifrling (Continued from Page 22.) A few special transports were made at Hog Island that were larger, but for the most part, Hogs were 380 ft. with a 54 ft. beam and a 27 ft. draft. They were propelled by a 2,500 h.p. turbine engine . (The Wantegan and the West­ moreland were larger by several tons and deeper by three feet. ) These fab­ ricated ships were the prototypes for the Liberty and Victory ships of World War II. The greatest single moment for this gigantic enterprise came on July 4, 1 9 1 8 when 100 ships were launched at one time from various shipyards around the country. Pershing sent his con­ gratulations to the ' 'patriotic brothers in the shipyards at home. No more defiant answer could be given to the enemy challenge, " he wrote. " With such backing we cannot fail to win. All hail, American shipbuilders . " One month before the Armistice , peak production was reached. Ship­ builders , however, continued to com­ plete the ships until 192 1 , and America had her merchant fleet, just as Goe­ thals had envisioned. Following WWI The Hogs served in World War II as well, but 58 were sunk. According a Norman Lawrence Hargrave, 59, , . joined the SIU in the port of Phil­ adelphia in 1955 sailing as a chief pumpman. Brother Hargrave hit the bricks in both the 1 96 1 Greater N . Y. Harbor beef and the 1962 Robin Line strike . He is a veteran of the U . S . Navy in World War II. Seafarer Hargrave was born in Bal,,.;., timore and is a resident of Houston. Walk.er Eugene Ward, 69, joined the SIU in 1 946 in the port of Mobile sailing as a chief electrician. Brother Ward also sailed during World War II. He is a deep sea diver, too . A native of Alabama, he is a resident of Wilmer, Ala. Frank A. Keller, 60, joined the SIU in 1944 in the port of New York sailing as a QMED and 2nd assiStant engineer. Brother Keller was born in Newark, N .J. and is a resident of Union, N.J. Charles Anthony Welch Sr. , 65 , joined the SIU in 1945 in the port .. , of New York sailing as an oiler and 3rd and 2nd assistant engineer for MEBA , District 2 . · Brother Welch helped organize the SS Edmund B . Alexander ( U . S . Army Transpor­ tation Service) during World War II . He was born in Queens, N.Y. and is a resident of Norristown , Pa. ·.· · Regin8Jd BeeSon "R.B." Kelly Jr., 65 , joined the SIU in the port of Houston in 1960 sailing as a cook. Brother Kelley hit the bricks in the 1946 General Maritime beef. He ' was born in Remlig, Texas and is a resident of Kountze, Texas. Morra Junior Maultsby, 59, joined the SIU in the port of Baltimore in . 1959 sailing as a steward-baker. Broth�r Maµltsby was born in Blad­ enbo�o. N.C. ' aild• of. . i:s, a,7�iderit . . . Baltimore. . · .. Great Lakes .. · Ralph Leslie, 65 , joined the Union I in the port of Buffalo, N.Y. in 1960 \ sailing as a FOWT for the Boland and Cornelius Steamship Co. , fBrother Leslie was born in Geneva, · Ohio and is a resident of Toledo, Ohio. Merchant Fleet to an article in the Seafarers LOG of November 1 949, "The 'Hog'-The Seaman ' s Favorite S hip, " by John Bunker (former seaman and former director of the SIU's Historical Re­ search Department), "56 survived the war" and "37 were transferred to foreign flags." B unker also said that the Hogs saw plenty of action carrying cargo to the fronts. " Few ships have ever been drier at sea in a heavy blow , ' ' he said in asserting · that the Hogs were more seaworthy than the Liberty ships, the Victory ships or even the C-3 s . It is a sad reflection on the nation they served so well in two wars, how­ ever, that no Hog Islanders are left today . Editor's Note: The massive govern­ ment, labor and industry effort to pro­ vide the U.S. With a merchant Oeet in World War I was really America's first shipbuilding program. The story of the Hog Islanders and the World War II Liberty and Victory ships program shows the national security needs that a mer­ chant marine Oeet fills. Yet in �th wars it took an outbreak of hostilities before this country acted. Are we in the same position today? · Monthly Meinbership Meetings · -� Deep Sea Port Date Lakes, Inland Waters Piney Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Monday, November 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10:30 a.m. New York . . . . . , . . . . . . . . . . . Tuesday , November 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10:30 a.m. Philadelphia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wednesday, November 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 0 : 30 a.m. Baltimore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Thursday , November 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10:30 a.m. Norfolk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Thursday , November 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10:30 a.m. Jacksonville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Thursday, November 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10:30 a.m. Algonac . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Friday, November 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 0 : 30 a.m. Houston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Monday, November 1 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10:30 a.m. New Orleans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tuesday, November 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 0 : 30 a.m. Mobile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wednesday, November 1 3 : . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10:30 a . m . San Francisco . . . . . . . . . . . . . Thursday, November 1 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10:30 a.m. Wilmington . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Monday, November 18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 0 : 30 a.m: Seattle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Friday, November 22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 0: 30 a.m. San Juan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Thursday, November 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10:30 a.m. St. Louis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Friday, November 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10:30 a.m. Honolulu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Thursday, November 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 0 : 30 a . m . Duluth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wednesday, November 1 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 0 : 30 a.m. Gloucester. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tuesday, November 1 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 0 : 30 a.m. Jersey City . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wednesday, November 20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 0 : 30. a.m. October 1 985 I LOG I 27 ; ' �Deep Sea Fred Frank Dor­ ney, 55, died in Doc­ , tor's Hospital, Ma­ ; nila, P.I. on May 1 . : Brother . Dorney joined the SIU -in the port of New York in 1962 sailing as a re­ bosun. certified Dorney graduated from the Andrew Furuseth Training School, Brooklyn, N.Y .. in 1966 and from the Union' s Recertified Bosuns Program i n 1983. Seafarer Dorney also sailed during the Vietnam War. He was a former mem­ ber of the ILA and the Postal Workers Union and was a veteran of the U . S . �, Air Force serving as a cook in the Korean War. Born in Brooklyn, he was a resident of Reno, Nev . Surviv­ ing are his widow, Aida of Manila; a daughter, Sarah also of Manila; his mother, Katherine of Brooklyn; two brothers, William of Brooklyn and Thomas of El Paso, Texas, and two sisters , Catherine Riniker of Grand Junction, Colo. and Ann Grochowski, also of Brooklyn. · Frederick Cohen, 66, died on Sept. 1 4 . Brother Cohen joined the SIU in the port of Boston, Mass. in 195 1 sailing as an oiler. He was a veteran of the U . S . Army during World War II. Seafarer Cohen was born in Mas­ sachusetts and was a resident of Se­ attle. Surviving are his mother, Molly of Brookline, Mass. and his sister, Blanche of Boston. Pensioner Avob Lucien Granger, 77 , passed away in St. Patrick's Hospital, Lake Charles, La. on Sept. 1 . Brother Granger joined the SIU iii the port of Lake Charles in 1958 sailing as a FOWT. He was a veteran of the U . S . Army in World War II. Seafarer Granger was born in Mamou, La. and was a resident of Lake Charles. Burial was in the Consolata Cemetery, Lake Charles. Surviving are his mother, Carrine and a brother, Eual, both of Mamou. Pensioner Christos Antonios Houlis, 84, passed away on Sept. 1 3 . Brother Houlis joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1955 sailing as a bosun. He was born in Greece and was a naturalized U . S . . citizen. Seafarer Houlis was a resident of Athens, Greece. Surviving is his widow, Koula. Melvin Preston Newsom Sr. , 62, died on Sept. 2 1 . Brother Newsom joined the SIU-merged Marine Cooks and Stewards Union in the port of Wil­ mington, Calif. in 1958 sailing as a chief steward. He graduated from the Union' s Chief Stewards Recertifica­ tion Program in 198 1 . Seafarer New­ som also attended Northwestern Uni­ versity' s School of Commerce, Chicago, Ill . and was a veteran of the U . S . Army in World War II. Born in Los Angeles , Calif. , he was a resident of Portland, Ore. Surviving is a son, Melvin Jr. of Compton, Calif. Pensioner Quinton Alton Nall, 68 , passed away on Sept. Brother Nall 6. joined the . SIU in 1938 in the port of Mobile sailing as a chief steward. He was born in Ala­ bama and was a resident of Waynes­ boro, Miss. KNOW YOUR RIGHTS, _.,.,,": _. CONSTIT U TIONAL RIG HTS A N D OBLIGATIONS. Copies of the S I U constitution are, ll,vailabte iil FINANCIAL REPORTS. The constitution of the SIU Atlantic, Gu lf, Lakes and I n l and Waters District makes all U nion halls. All mem bers should obtain copies of this membership's constitution. so aS: to money and Union finances. The constitution requires a -- famitiai'ize themselves with its con­ detailed audit by Certified Public Accountants every three tents. Any time you feel any member or officer is attempt­ the Secretary-Treasurer. A quarterly finance _committee by any methods such as dealing with charges. trials. etc., makes examination each qu arter of the finances of the should immediately notify headquarters. ing to deprive you of any constitutional right or obligation months, which are to be subm itted to the membership by as well as all other details. then the member so affected of rank and file members, elected by the membership, U n ion and reports fu l ly their findings and recommenda­ EQUAL RIGHTS. All members are guaranteed equal tions. Members of this com m ittee may make dissenting rights i n employ.ment and as members of the S I U . These rights are clearly set forth in the S I U constitution and i n reports, specific recommendations and separate findings. TRUST FUNDS. All trust funds of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf. Lakes and I nland Waters Dis�rict are admi nistered the contracts which the U n ion has negotiated with the employers. Consequently. no member may he discrimi­ nated against because of race. creed. color. sex and na­ in accordance with the provisions of various trust fund agreements. All these agreements specify that the trustees · tional or geographic origin. 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 11d"'8111�l 1n lnlnJlltnudhu1u1u1111n11111111 the various trust funds. to protect your contract rights . properly, contact the fund financial records are available at the headquarters of SHIPPING RIGHTS. Your shipping rights and senior­ If any memher feels that he i s den ied the equal rights t o which he is entitled. he should in charge of these funds shall equally consist of U n ion patrolman or other U n ion official, in your opinion, fails nearest SIU port agent. notify U n io n headquarters. · SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DONATION -SPAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fund. I ts pro­ ceeds are used to further its objects a.nd purposes includ­ i ng. but not lim ited to, furthering the political. social and economic i n terests of maritime workers. the preservation rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and available the political purposes of any individual. in the Union. !In d furthering of the American Merchant M arine with ·i mproved employment opportunities for seamen and boatmen and the advancement of trade u n ion concepts. of your shipping or seniority rights as contained in the articles deemed harmful to the U n ion or its collective contributes to political cand idates for elective office. All the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified· mail. return re­ by membership action at the September. 1 960. meetings ity are protected exclusively by the contracts between the Union and the employers. Get to know your shipping i n all U n ion halls. If you feel there has been any violation contracts between the Union and the employers, notify ceipt requested. The proper address for this is: Angus "Red" Campbell Chairman, Seafarers Appeals Board 5201 Autb 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 U n ion or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are avail­ able in all S I U 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 -r. Brother Ryzop ' joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1954 sailing as a chief cook. He hit the bricks in the 1 % 1 Greater N . Y . Harbor beef. Seafarer Ryzop was born in Poland and was a naturalized U . S . citizen. Ryzop was a resident of Lakewood , N .J. Surviving is his widow, Stella. Pensioner Roman F. Starczewski, 74, succumbed to arteriosclerosis on Sept. 4. Brother Starczewski joined the SIU in the port of San Francisco in 1961 and began sailing on the West Coast in 1 956. He was born in Massachusetts and was a resident of San Francisco. Cremation took place in the Apollo Crematory, Emeryville, Calif. Surviv­ ing are two brothers, Edward and Pensioner John Wesley Parker, Jr. , Sigmund, both of Worcester, Mass . ; 79, passed away on June 25. Brother a sister, Mrs. William Burgess of Bos­ Parker joined the SIU in 194 ljn the · ton, Mass . , and a niece, Patricia port of Savannah, Ga. sailing as a · ··:·' Ceµghl,ig pf Norton, Mass. chief steward. He was a veteran of the U . S . Navy after World War I . Seafarer Parker was born i n Henry , Ga. and was a resident of Savannah. Surviving are his widow, Katherine and two daughters, Patricia Corley and Elizabeth Kitzmiller. K N O W Y O U R RI G H T S specific provision for safeguarding the Pensioner Leon Ryzop, 73 , passed away on Sept. 8 . your obligations. such as fil ing for OT on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. I f, at any time, any SI U 28 I LOG I October 1 985 EDITORIAL POLICY - THE LOG. The Log has traditionally refrained from publishing any article serving officer or member. I t has also refrained from publishing membership. This establ ished policy has been reaffirmed In connection with such objects. SPAD supports and contributions are voluntary. No cont ribution may be solicited or received because of force. joh discrimination, policy is vested in an editorial board which consists of financial reprisal. or threat of such conduct. or as a con­ d ition of membership in the U n ion or of employment. I f may delegate. from among its ranks. one individual to conduct, notify the Seafarers U n ion or SPAD hy certified in all const itutional ports. The responsi bility for Log the Executive Board of the U n ion. The Executive Board carry out this responsibility. PAYMENT OF MONIES. N o monies are to be paid to anyone i n any official capacity i n the SIU unless a n official U n ion receipt is given for same. Under no circum­ stances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such rece ipt. In the event anyone attempts 10 require any such payment be made without supply.ing a receipt. or i f a member is required to make a payment and is given an official receipt. but feels that he should not have been requi red to make such payment. this should i mmediately he reported to U n ion headquarters. a contribution i s made b y reason o f the above i mproper mail within 30 days of the contribution for investigation and. appropriate action and refund. if i nvoluntary. Sup­ port SPAD to protect and further your economic, poli­ tical and social i nterests. and American trade union concepts. If at · any time a member feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he has been denied his constitutional right of access to Union records or infonnadon , be should Immediately notify SIU President Frank Drozak at Headquarters by certified mail, return receipt requested. The ad� is 5201 Autb Way arid Britannia Way, Prince Georges County, Camp Springs, Md. 20746. .. · ·· �Diaes� of S_ll ips Meejinas AMERICAN CONDOR (Pacific Gulf Marine), August 31-Chairman J. Sorel; Secretary Paul Stubblefield; Educational Director W. McRae; Deck Delegate D. Paccio; Engine Delegate J. McAvoy; Stew­ ard Delegate K. Darmody. No disputed OT. Money in the ship's fund is being spent on movies, a dart board and darts. This trip three Danish military personnel were aboard the American Condor to Bremerhaven, Germany, guarding some military equip­ ment the vessel was carrying. The steward, Paul Stubblefield, and engine cadet Kevin Fay won the dart tournament, with AB Darrell Pulley and Capt. Robert Webber taking second place. A vote of thanks was given to the steward department for a job well done-for excellent food and service. A thank-you also was given for the refresh­ ments at the last cook-out, furnished by AB Lee DuBany, Joe Bryan and QMED John McAvoy. education and communication. "No ques­ tion is stupid if you don't know the ai:iswer." The meetings will help explain the function of the Union and how decisions are made. Crewmembers will learn what a delegate does, how to go through proper channels (obey any order, challenge later), how to work to improve working and living condi­ tions. Members also were advised not to talk to passengers about their wages or about the Union. A number of suggestions were made. They included scheduling ro­ tation according to seniority, rotating days off, orientation for new members, spraying for roaches, hooking up the TV antenna and receiving a copy of the Union contract. CPL LOUIS J. HAUGE JR. (Maersk Lines), September 1 -Chairman Bernard Saberon; Secretary G. Kenny; Educational Director M. Donlon; Deck Delegate Carlos Irizarry; Engine Delegate Ben Conway; Steward Delegate · Gary N. Lackey. No beefs or di$j:>tited OT . reported. There is now $1 6 in the ship's fund. The steward suggested a poo l of some sort be estab­ lished. The bosun generously pledged to pay for half the cost .of a n1:1w popcorn machine, arid the stew ard pledged to buy . the p0pcorri. Th& company had requested a two-entree format at meals. This request operated successfu lly and was adhered to while the ship was under repair. Now that the vessel is operational and with capacity manpower, it has been requested by the membership that they return to the three. entree m�ou. The steward agreed that this idea wlll be both cost effective for the company and beneficial to the member­ ship. The bosun rep0rted that payoff will take place on Sept. 6 and that a patrolman . will be present. He.'s hoping for good news in regard to the wpl'f( schedule (4 on and 2 off). The steward reported that the ship will take on 1 20-day stores at the end of the month. In order to make ready for this . load, ·the pre�t proviSlons will be cleaned GOLDEN E NDEAVOR (Apex Marine), September 2-Chairman M . L. Keith; Sec­ retary R.D. Bright; Deck. Delegate H.P. Lopez; Engine Delegate L. Fountain. Some . disputed . OT was reported in each of _the three departments. There is $30 in the ship's fund. The ship will arrive in Jack­ sonville, Fla. on Sept. 6 and will go straight into the shipyard for repairs. How long the lay-up will be, nobody knows, and it's not yet known whether the crew will be laid off. The bosun will talk with the boarding patrolman at payoff. Overtime has been cut for QMEDs in spite of the conditions in the engine room. The fore plates were removed and have not been replaced. Also, the beams in some of the tanks are cracked and need welding. It is hoped that these repairs . will be done in the shipyard and that the ship will be safe enough to go back out to sea. The steward department was given a vote of thanks for a job well done. Next port: Jacksonville, Fla. MANHAnAN ISLAND (North Amer­ ican Trailing Co.), August 4-Chairman Steve Richter; Secretary Ed Viera; Edu­ cational Director/Chief Engineer William Baumann; Deck Delegate Jock Klohn; En­ gine Delegate Jim O'Meara. No disputed OT. There is approximately $1 00 in .the ship's fund for movies, etc. This is the ship's first meeting since coming out of the shipyard and crewing up. A question was raised about working equal time-4 weeks on, 4 weeks off. The captain advised the crew of the company's decision on this matter: no for now. But it could be possible in the future. Report to the LOG: "We have a new member of our crew, a dog we named Manny. We .received her in the shipyard and she is getting along fine, as well as being good for morale." One final reminder was given: please do not feed the dog "people food." __ LNG AQUARIUS (Energy Transpor­ tation Corp.), August 1 8-:Chairman R.J. Callahan; Secretary Steven Wagner; Stew­ ard Delegate R.M. Worobey. No disputed OT. There is $ 1 80 in the ship's fund, and the steward suggested arrival poo l s to generate even more money to the. treasu . Copies of the SIU penSion ptan and'Welfare plan booklets we.re received onboard ship. Anyone wishing to see them sl:Jould check with the bosun since there are only two copies available. A vote of thanks was given to the steward depa�t. ' "'�xt ; aridTobata, Japart. ports: Arun, In rY' I�.. :- ,,,.,,'!'-� ' ;. . BO,_D,IQUEN (Puerto Rico Marine), September 1 7-Chairman Pedro Flores; '(�-!,, Secretary Cassie B. Carter Jr.; Educational Director Raymond J. Bowman. No beefs _,,/' or disputed OT reported. There is $1 3 in the ship'� treasury. There will be a payoff on arrival thiS 1cjp tn· $an 'Juan:. A Jetter k· I f il · · ed ·trom headquarters cOnC:em- . ... ing going ba o 90 days attme ror·d · vacation. This letter has been posted. Also, clarification was received on the following: the men. who were laid off when the ship went into the shipyard in June in Norfolk and wPQJl:len shipped through the Norfolk ba?k, have officially hall tO shipped from the "i)Ort"of'. Norfolk: Whe.n their time is up, they can be pulled 'off ' iri New York even if they originally caught the ship in Puerto Rico. Next ports: San Juan, P.R. and Elizabeth, N.J. · · · g�"� \ l fi CONSTITUTION (American Hawaii Cruises), August 1 1 -Chairman Fred Ol­ son. The chairman explained the ship's delegate system and the three-strike sys­ tem of the Union. He announced that meetings will be held every other week for OMI WILLAMEnE (OMI), August 1 8-:Chairman J;_ BenT!udeZ; Secretary W. Harris; Edt:reationa1 Director C. Coello; Deck Delegate George F. A11en; Engine Delegate Charles D. Polk; Steward Delegate Fred N. Lindsey. Some overtime was questioned : and Soql�. disputed in the Cleek depart�nt eontinue to perform unlicensed personnel �ork in violation of the general rules. And in the steward department, the chief cook continues to have to butcher meat even though he was informed that all meat would be pre-butchered because of the reduction in the manning of the steward department. The ship will be placed out of service on Aug. 21 in Jacksonville, Fla. Anyone desiring to reclaim his job was reminded to register in Jacksonville. The notification of the 2 percent cost of living allowance was received by Telex and was posted. A motion was made that when the ship is being placed out of service during a weekend or holiday, that the., boarding patrolman be allowed to register the men who would be flying out · of the registering city. A further suggestion was made that on long voyages, extra movies be placed aboard before the foreign articles are signed. A vote of thanks was given to �II members by the chairman "for making this voyage as pleasant as possi­ ble." A vote of thanks also was given to the steward department. for "an extremely well done job." Next port: Jacksonville, Fla. PAUL BUCK (�an Ships, Inc.), Sep­ tember 8-:Chairman Michael Vanderhorst; Secretary Louis Pion; Deck Delegate Joel Lechel; Engine Delegate Ronald Gordon; Steward Delegate Franklin Robertson. Some disputed OT was reported in the steward department. There is $40 in the ship's fund. The Paul Buck paid off in St. Croix, having just completed a record dis­ charge of cargo at Thule Air Force Base in Greenland. It was a unique experience for all. The chairman urged all members to upgrade at Piney Point and, if possible, to enroll in the Military Sealift Operations class, "as this ,company is chartered to MSC and the ship performs many of the underway replenishment" maneuvers. Suggestions included getting more movies and more exercise equipment. A vote of thanks was given to the steward depart­ ment (despite the stores, which were not the best) for an outstanding job. Next ports: Harpswell, Maine; NorfolK, Va. ; St. Croix, V.I. SEA·LAND ECONOMY (Sea-Land Service), August 1 8-Chairman John F. Higgins; Secretary Herbert L. Scypes; Ed­ ucational Director W. H. Sander; Deck Delegate Jim Dawson. No disputed OT. The chairman stressed the importance of attending upgrading courses at Piney Point and of becoming reclassified in order to "keep a job on these new Navy ships which are under the SIU contract . . . We need the jobs with shipping the way it is now, so that everybody can get their time." The bosun, steward and electrician are all going on vacation this trip. A vote of thanks was given to the s.teward department for the good feeding. One minute of silence was Observed in memory of our departed broth­ ers and sisters. Next port: . New Orleans, La. . ·� this may lead to substitutions Ott:')f\a5 ti�;pen;onri81 the menu� One member has reque8ted · information pertaining to the rotation of crews and is awaiting correspondence from headquarters. Another motion made was that a partition be built in the crew lounge so that those wishing to watch movies are not disturbed. Other new business brought up at the meeting was that some members feel that they should be entitled to be segregated from the civilian and Navy personnel while dining. Apparently the feeling is mutual, but the steward stated that in order to maintain equal rights for all concerned, the messhall will operate on a first-come/first-served basis. This matter will be brought to the patrolman's attention. Other suggestions were for a microwave oven for the messhall, refrigeratorsforeach man's cabin and a short wave/AM/FM radio for the crew lounge. Next port: Norfolk, Va. ' : -· . � - ,_ . Official ships minutes also were received from the following vessels: OMI HUDSOI OMI LEADER OVERSEAS CHICAGO PITTS8UR8H PRIDE Of TEXAS PFC EU6EIE A. OBRE60I ST. LOUIS SAii JUAll SAii PEDRO SEA-I.MD ADVEITURER SEA-WO COllSUMER SEA-l.AllD EXPRESS· SEA-I.MD l.EAOEJI SEA.WO PACER SEA-UllO PIONEER SEA-UID PRODUCER SEA-LAID VEITURE PAllAMA 11.TRASEA AMEIUCAI EA8l! ABCllOI LIG ARIES BEAVER STATE GOLDEI llOIWICH 6ROTOll llDEPEIHIBICE l.116 LEO OAIUllD OMI CllAMPIOI OMI CHARGER OVERSEAs MARii.YI SEIATOR OVERSEAS WASllllGTOll SPIRIT Of TEXAS ' /$ BOOZE YOUR PROBLEM ? • 'ARE DRUGS YOUR PROBLEM ' • WE CAN JIElP YOU '$0LVE IT. FOR A�!ll�TANCE WIT/./ EITJ../£12 PROBLEM CONTA CT 7/IE A.R. C OR YOUR PORT AGENT I ' October 1 985 I LOG I 29 �-Company/Lakes -Lakes -Non Priority CL L NP Dire<;tory of Ports Disp•tchers Report for Great Lakes SEPT. 1-30, 1985 *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP · Frank Drozak, Presi(fent Ed Turner, Exec. Vice Presiderit **REGISTERED ON BEACH . All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP Joe DIGlorglo, Secretaty Leon Hall, Vice President Angue "Red" Campbell, Vice President DECK DEPARTMENT Port Algonac . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 29 10 7 16 8 5 Port 34 6 4 18 15 3 12 7 Mike Secco, Vice President Joe Secco, Vice President ENGINE DEPARTMENT Algonac . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Port George McCartney, Vice President 3 18 Roy A. Mercer, Vice President STEWARD DEPARTMENT 2 5 . Algonac . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 0 HEADQUARTERS 3 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, Md. 20746 ENTRY DEPARTMENT Port Totals All Departments . . . . . . . . 25 20 75 39 8 Algonac . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 0 12 0 0 4 25 26 64 9 13 58 49 (301 ) 899-0675 ALGONAC, Mich. 520 St. Clair River Dr. 48001 (31 3) 794-4988 * "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 . BALTIMORE, Md. 1 21 6 E. Baltimore St. 21 202 (301 ) 327-4900 Dispatchers Report for Deep Sea SEPT. 1-30 , 1985 -....· � Port Gloucester . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . New York . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Philadelphia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Baltimore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Norfolk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mobile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . New Orteans Jacksonville . : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : San Francisco . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wilmington . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Seattle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Puerto Rico • . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Honolulu Houston . : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : St. Louis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pine Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \ "TOTAL REGISTERED · - All Groups Class A Class B Claa C 25 18 15 29 10 4 7 0 0 DECK DEPARTMENT 5 0 12 0 1 0 0 0 14 0 10 0 7 0 0 28 5 0 1 0 2 0 1 0 3 12 14 0 0 0 1 0 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 4 0 9 0 2 0 1 0 7 0 1 42 0 5 18 1 273 0 0 157 0 1 0 0 1 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 213 1 48 2 8 13 7 11 4 1 6 0 0 0 0 0 1 35 1 0 7 4 53 7 7 17 7 38 35 33 5 31 14 9 10 0 3 Totars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A .Cla$a B Claa C 6 13 6 7 13 2 4 15 19 19 27 1 14 11 38 Port 'J , �-·,-- »· · �' �- Gloucester . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • New York . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Philadelphia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Baltimore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Norfolk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mobile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . New Orleans Jacksonville . : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : San Francisco . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wilmington . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Seattle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Puerto Rico . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Honolulu Houston . : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : St. Louis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pine Point . . . . . • . . . . . . . . . . . Tota�I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3. 4f 29 24 13 32 13 10 20 0 4 261 . 2 o· 4 8 3 12 4 16 3 0 4 85 (I · o 0 0 0 0 0 4 0 0 0 0 18 1 4 7 4 14 11 57 7 15 5 6 6 0 2 Totars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 4 1 0 1 2 0 2 4 1 6 1 35 0 0 4 1 57 64 0 24 2 11 5 2 24 13 37 17 15 10 9 12 0 0 5 . ,....,. 3 ' 26 33 · 11 7 22 5 5 26 0 0 4 182 0 0 0 0 0 28 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 18 0 0 1 5 9 19 17 15 46 3 Port Gloucester . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . New York . . . . . . • . . . . . . . . . . . . Philadelphia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Baltimore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Norfolk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mobile . . . . . . . . . . . . • . . . . . . . . New Orleans JacksOnville . : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : San Francisco . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wilmington . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Seattle . . . . . . . . . . . . : . . . . . . . . Puerto Rico . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Honolulu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Houston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . St. Louis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pine Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . : . ·: ···: ;· : 0 20 Totals All Departments . . . . . . . . 34 11 4 9 3 14 16 15 10 27 7 131 21 0 1 1 3 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 182 0 0 0 . <.�,�5 0 1 5 0 8 3 0 1 53 .. ·., g: ·,·. ·:. :.;::-.,( ,: .. 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 2 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 4 0 0 28 1 0 0 0 t 3 a 15 0 2 171 Port Gloucester . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . New York . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Philadelphia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Baltimore . . . . . . . . . . • . . . . . . . . Norfolk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mobile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . New Orleans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jacksonville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . San Francisco . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wilmington · · · · · · · · . . . . . . . . . Seattle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Puerto Rico . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Honolulu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Houston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .st. Louis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pine Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Totar1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 113 . 6 0 1 24 1 0 4 0 101 1 0 0 171 Tri& Reffe 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 111 0 0 0 111 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 2 4 3 1 0 0 4 0 0 CLEVELAND, Ohio **REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C f1 0 10 14 33 13 78 73 72 58 67 20 11 7 0 6 ' .· . 7 0 6 14 12 3 0 0 0 1 0 1 13 3 1 18 28 26 18 5 23 15 0 1 0 0 0 2 2 0 0 473 189 10 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 11 18 19 6 0 3 2 5 1 0 0 0 0 55 3 2 2 6 0 18 3 0 2 15 48 52 31 56 16 8 44 0 7 ,5 6 5 19 11 21 2 19 3 0 4 . .· · 0 '�· 0 0 2 0 ·2 0 3 0 0 0 8 36 366 111 0 0 0 0 1 0 6 12 4 0 3 10 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 5 9 31 21 107 . 23 14 5 5 7 0 0 0 2 0 1 0 7 0 0 0 0- 2 2 0 108 3 0 0 123 13 38 30 4 24 0 0 1 3 1 10 5 16 0 0 4 319 93 11 2 0 3 0 7 2 36 19 3 0 26 14 24 3 32 22 49 ENTRY DEPARTMENT 31 17 16 24 0 0 62 25 185 28 0 3 1 0 0 1 0 0 4 2 4 0 3' 0 226 1 0 0 913 271 99 34 181 308 1 82 0 0 0 0 290 872 614 210 566 337 116 175 1 ,448 44 520 DULUTH, Minn. 705 Medical Arts Building 55802 (21 8) 722-41 1 0 GLOUCESTER, Mass. 1 1 Rogers St. 0 1 930 (61 7) 283-1 1 67 0 16 .C' Q' :,,. :. . .· . 1 290 Old River Rd. 441 1 3 (21 6) 621 -5450 242 HONOLULU, . Hawaii 636 Cooke St. 968 1 3 (808) 523-5434 HOUSTON, Tex. .. · , 1'221 . Pierce St. noo2 (713)' 6?9-51 52 JACKSONVILLE, Fla. 331 5 Liberty St. 32206 (904) 353-0987 JERSEY CITY, N.J. 99 Montgomery St., ,07302 (201 ) 435-942+·" ' MOBILE, Ala. ·.·. < 164o Dauphin· Island PJcWy; 36560 (205) 478-091 6 NEW ORLEANS, La. 630 Jackson Ave.]01 30' (564) 529-7546 Toll Free: 1 -800-325-2532 NEW YORK, N.Y. 675 4 Ave., Brooklyn 1 1 232 (71 8) 499-6600 NORFOLK, Va. 1 1 5 3 St. 2351 0 (804) 622- 1 892 PHILADELPHIA, Pa. 2604 S. 4 St. 1 91 48 (21 5) 336-381 8 PINEY POINT, Md. St. Mary's County 20674 (301 ) 994-001 0 SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. 350 Fremont St. 941 05 (41 5) 543-5855 SANTURCE, P.R. 1 057 Fernandez Juncos St. Stop 1 6 00907 (809) 725-6960 SEATTLE, Wash. 2505 1 Ave. 981 21 (206) 441 -1 960 ST. LOUIS, Mo. 4581 Gravois Ave. 631 1 6. (31 4) 752-6500 . WILMINGTON, Calif. 408 Avalon Blvd. 90744 (21 3) 549-4000 * "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 September was down from the month of August. A total of 1 , 1 94 jobs were shipped on SIU-contracted deep sea vessels. Of the 1 , 1 94 jobs shipped, 566 jobs or about 47 percent were taken by "A" seniority members. The rest were filled by ·�e" and "C" seniority people. A total of 1 75 trip relief jobs were shipped. Since the trip relief program began on April 1 , 1 982, a fotal of 1 ,806 jobs have been shipped. · Support SPAD ·-. . 30 I LOG I October 1 985 "T · ':_ ---- �'The Union Is You . . . ' I'd like to take this opportWuty to share with you on how lucky you are to be members of the SIU. · I started to gci to sea with the SIU in 1967. It opened .many doors fpr me and gave . me chances in life that .I would never have hid 1f I had not been a merchant seaman. I started off as a messman and worked . way up to a. QMED. Unfortunately, in 1981 I hurt aboard ship, and it stopped my sea-going career. I have certeJ.nly had a healthy dose on how it_ is to pe . ashore without a union You have no representation; no medical plans, · - · and· 1f somebody does not like you, he can fire you when he wants to. For now, I have to work as a security guard,· and the pay is low. There is not one day that goes by without somebody telling me how . lucky I am that I have job and how fast I can be fired. •I have no voice, nor any sa;y-so, about my j ob. I realize how lucky I was to be a part of the SIU where I had a voice and could express opinion freely, without fear of being fired. I am trying very hard to make a come-back, but I can certainly tell . . · my was . _ Letters · : · To nie Bd.i'tor · this my you right now that notb.ing can beat .the Union, and the Union is y-ou. Mexico during the war. I am specifically interested in these ships: Ben}a.m.ln Brewster, Robert E. Lee, Bayard, Alcoa. Penn, David McKelvy, Heredia, a.nd Halo. If you can help, please contact me as soon as possible. Thanks! Perry lll11B B 898 l'ort Worth, Texas C.L. Mead 128 Pine Knoll, #483 Jackson, Jl8 398 1 1 'Giving It My Best . . . ' Being one of the recipients of the SIU Charles Logan Scholarship, I would like . to take time to SSiY thank you. Thank you to the Union and my old shipma�s and to the instructors at Piney Point. ;_ , I giving it best for all of you who showed me my l'.lfe cdtt.ld be . something great, and that I could make contributions to my fellow · :· : man. .· I am complettng my 'second year at Penn State University in forestry. I hold the est grade point average in my class. 1 let it be known t6 all that I'm a member of the SIU. (601)986-8 184 this am __ • my � . And . · · · • • ,_. .. . ' . :. _ -� . memberiihip and :> > ; . .. . ''"everyetn'e eefl:'M--�;tbEJ,DiSaStel' CoaBtllne 'Pl'ojeot for '�e help· and support we have received from this _network of union haJ.ls I want to express our a.ppreoiation t.q your , ·. · . throughout the four-state area affected by Hurricane Elena. . . . "(our cooperation, and that of your membership . . . have made a great contribution not only to the Red Cross disaster program but also to the �covery of the disaster victims themselves. I waD. ' oo w how much allcof ua appreciate your help. I am sure your local Red Cro . Chapter can look fo!'W"ard to many future benefits of fine working relationship . ty t6"ltno this ss smcerely, Grover C. Adame Diaafter Director, DB. 800 American Bed erou· 'Never Looked Better . . . ' (The following is a letter from C. E. Anderson, master of the LNG Gemini, to aJ1 unlicensed personnel aboard th.at vessel.) . ·· this I'd like to take opportunity to thank everyone in 8.n departments for your help and cooperation tour. I feel the ship's appearance both on deck and below reflect the efforts you have all made. The old girl has never looked better, and I am very proud of her. Again thanks for a j ob well done. Hoping you all enj oy your upcoming vacations, I am this my Sincerely, C.B .Anderson Kaster, LNG Gembl.1 • 'Writer Seeks .Assistance . . . Quail ' I am a writer working for Ridge Press on a book that describes the sinking of American merchant vessels by German U-boats in the Gulf of Mexico in World War II. I am looking for men who served as crewmen on any vessel damaged or by U-boats in the Gulf in 1942, as I need first-person accounts of these sinkings for my book. I would appreciate hearing from anyone who survived a German attack, or who has other information relating to U-boat activity in the Gulf of sunk Yours truly, Jens C. Madsen M47 Hoboken, R.J. · Tom Glidewell Port .Agent, Mobile . ' Thank you for the money paid me for 1984 in doctors bills . . . . It was a great help. T,b.ank you again. And everything looks all right. . a:oaeph rr-.aeft&>Jr. ., 836. SprtDg:field, ••� · : '' · - . , 'Hurricane Help . . 'Thanks to Claims . . . < ... � �.,,_ l.,. Puritan, Gulf Oil, Gulf Editorial A Crop of Truth I�: !��:����= ����:i�����; ··.��:�s�;: !�:y���: �� �; y o e · ··' . s a t · callmg them · (armers because farmers . farmer whose life depend� on . a fair market price. No, they pay the lowest dig in the dirt-to stop slinging mud possible price, and then, some specagainst the maritime industry (see story page 1 ) . ulate in the land farmers lose because they go bankrupt. It was trash politics that some agribusiness concerns and their congres­ The maritime industry has bent over . . sional supporters played earlier this backwards to find a compromise on month. Accusing the U . S .-flag mer­ the issue. Even though cargo preferchant marine of killing starving chil­ · -ence only accounts for about 2 percent dren or ensuring the ruin of America's of the government' s ex nditure on farmers is nothing but third-rate rhet­ food export programs , these people oric, with no basis in fact. Cargo scream as if we were taking money preference does not kill children. · from their pockets. We never knew that the people who It is time to debate the facts. On the ' speculate in the international grain market were such humanitarians. Do - facts the maritime industry wins. It is time to plant a· crop of truth. Agri­ the Cargills of the world (a multina­ tional agribusiness company) give away business should remember-If you the grain in their silos? No, they take plant ice, all your harvest is wind. · pe Washington Report <<;ontinued from Page 21.) country's territorial holdings in the Caribbean by granting tax exemptions to businesses that operate in Puerto Rico. The SIU represents mimy seamen who live in Puerto Rico, as well as numerous shipyard and cannery work­ ers there. If the 936 exemption is repealed, then the island's already fragile economy will be further in­ jured. The president ' s original plan would have completely eliminated business deductions for conventions held on­ board American-flag passenger ves­ sels. This would have stopped the revival of the American-flag passenger vessel industry dead in its tracks . Moreover, it would have made a senseless distinction between conven­ tions held on land and those held . onboard American-flag vessels. The staff of the House Ways and Means Committee has recommended that shipboard and land-based con­ ventions be treated in the same fashion, although it would place a $150 . per day cap on each: The SIU, along with many American labor unions and business organizations, does not be­ lieve that any cap should be enacted. At present, there is a $2 ,000 exemption _ for all shipboard expenses. · October 1 985 I LOG I 31 �.. ·. :';. ;�, ' ,··•· ,.__. �- �--­ �· � •' ' �· . \ �> ·;;.. L � . ·�. . :.{ �· -�-�. -�- , T · .:· � . � ' 't ' • '• i \. ·\' I \ ' . �� � 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/. 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Title A name given to the resource October 1985 Description An account of the resource Headlines: BITTER DEBATE PRECEDES VOTE, BUT SIU MUSTERS TROOPS TO WIN FIRST ROUND IN FARM BILL FIGHT CARGO PREFERENCE SURVIVES FARM BILL FIGHT MORE ON PENSION BUY OUT EX-SIU CANADIAN CHIEF, HAL C. BANKS, 76, DIES GAUGHAN NAMED MARAD HEAD CALHOON RETIRES, DEFRIES TAKES OVER MEBA POST GREEK CAPTAIN GETS 10 YEARS T-AGOS OPPORTUNITIES FOR SEAFARERS WITH LICENSES 2ND SEAFARER BURIED AT SEAFARERS HAVEN TOGETHER, INLAND INDUSTRY CAN SOLVE ITS PROBLEMS FIRST AID FOR CHOKING--IT CAN SAVE A LIFE--YOURS NEW HYDRAULICS CLASS GETS UNDER WAY AT SHLSS SEAFARERS CONTINUE TO TRAIN MEET MILITARY JOB CHALLENGES WITH THE SEALIFT OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE COURSE SHLSS INSTRUCTOR SETS HIGH STANDARDS WITH ASSISTANT ENGINEER EXAMINATION RESULTS SPAD IS POWER - POWER IS POLITICS SEAFARERS HIT THE HILL FOR MASSIVE CARGO PREFERENCE CAMPAIGN, FOES BEATEN C.S. SALERNUM PAYS OFF IN HAWAII CRUISING ABOARD THE S.S. INDEPENDENCE LABOR DAY IN MOBILE THE HOG ISLANDER: BUILDING A MERCHANT FLEET NO REST FOR SONAT INFORMATIONAL PICKETS A DOG AND ITS BOYS SIU AROUND THE GREAT LAKES A CROP OF TRUTH Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Seafarers Log Scanned Issues 1984-1988, 1994-Present 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 10/1/1985 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. 47, No. 10 1985 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/43be958295eeef3055f31e3e6566fca2.pdf 96b02abf251c7f1decef600ce4ce5032 PDF Text Text Official Publication of the Seafarers International Union• Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District• AFL·CIO Vol. 48 No. 10 9ctober 1986 SUP and MFOW Attend as Observers SIU, NMU Begin Merger Talks in Piney Point A meeting of top officials of the Seafarers International Union and the National Maritime Union began Oct. 20 to set up procedures for the eventual merger of the two major unlicensed mariners unions. Earlier this month, SIU President Frank Drozak and NMU President Shannon Wall held exploratory discussions and agreed "in principle" on the "need and deirability" of a merger. The meetings, which are being held Presidents of the four labor organizations representing unlicensed seamen in the U.S. were on deck as merger talks got under way. From left are Paul Dempster, Sailors Union of the Pacific; Shannon Wall, National Maritime Union; Frank Drozak, Seafarers International Union, and Henry "Whitey" Disley, Marine Firemen, Oilers & Watertenders. in Piney Point, Md., could last several months. Five officials from each union are taking part. AFL-CIO President Lane Kirkland has designated two personal representatives to aid and participate in the talks. Drozak said that representatives from the Sailors Union of the Pacific and the Marine Firemen's Union have been invited, too. He said representative from those two unions have the option to come simply as observers to the talks or as active participants. ' ' Shannon and I are both well aware of the decades of rivalry between our two unions . But we are both very aware of the problems we face-fewer ships, fewer jobs, foreign competition and a hostile administration in the White House," Drozak aid. He described the initial meeting as friendly and frank and said he and Wall discussed the many difficult issues that must be resolved between the two unions. They also talked about the many advantages of a merger. The issue of the merger has been discussed aboard both SIU and NMU ships and in the LOG and NMU Pilot. The initial reaction from the memberships appears to be favorable. At the headquarters member hip meeting in Piney Point earlier this month, the SIU members gave Drozak a unanimous vote to proceed with the merger talks. The idea of a merger has been kicked around for many years. While several joint projects between the two unions were undertaken, merger plans never got past the talking stage. Earlier this year Drozak proposed a meeting of all maritime unions-licensed and unlicensed-to discuss the possibility of a merger. While the initial propo al to include the licensed unions met with some resistance, the idea of one large unlicensed union has fared better. (Continued on Page 24.) DOD Backs Down in Cargo Preference Battle The Department of Defense has backed down in its efforts to overturn the 1904 Military Cargo Preference Act (see Sept. LOG) following fierce opposition from the maritime com- Long Lines Crews in Norfolk Pages 12 & 13 It was a pretty short line for Steward As.sistant Mark Fuller as he waited for the launch to take him to the cable ship Long lines. munity. A new treaty between the U.S. and Iceland appears to have brought the controversy to an end. The treaty will open up the U.S. military cargo trade to Icelandic ships again, but State Department officials insist that it will set no precedent for other military shipments around the world. Under the 1904 Act, 100 percent of that cargo is reserved for U.S.ftag ships. Also, as part of the agreement, the DOD has dropped its efforts to gut the Act by allowing foreign-flag ships into any other· military shipments. U oder the terms of the treaty, the first 65 percent of the cargo will go to the lowest bidder, regardless of flag. The remaining 35 percent will go to the lowest bidder of the other country. Only Iceland and the U.S. will be involved in the bidding. The flap began over a relatively small amount of military cargo between the U.S. and its airbase in Keflavik, Iceland. Icelandic hips carried the hipments for more than 15 years because no American company offered service. In 1984 Rainbow Navigation, an American company, was formed and claimed right to the cargo under the 1904 Act. It one ship, charted from Marad, began carrying the cargo, and the Icelandic ships were shut out of the trade. The issue wound it way through the courts-which upheld Rainbow's rights, the State Department-which wanted to accommodate Iceland because of the importance of the U.S. base, and the maritime communitywhich wanted to protect the 1904 Act which provides a large amount of revenue for U .S.-flag ships. This summer the DOD proposed a new rule which would have slashed the U .S.-flag share of military cargo to 50 percent, and even that percentage was not guaranteed if the DOD found the freight rates "excessive." That action mobilized maritime interests in the industry and on Capitol Hill. Legislation was introduced to prevent the DOD from implementing new rules. Letters were sent from almost every maritime union and management groups asking representatives and senators to preserve the 1904 Act. The issue also became a hot political item in Iceland, and the State Department wanted to reach some sort of agreement because of the strategic importance of the U.S. base there. When the treaty wa announced there wa fear in some quarters that it could et a precedent which would affect all military cargo hipments. The administration assured the Senate Commerce, Science and Tran portation Committee that (1) "the treaty would not be understood or appear to be a precedent for similiar weakening of the 1904 Cargo Preference Act in other trades; (2) the administration is committed to the overall integrity of the 1904 Act and (3) the treaty will be implemented in such a way that the existing United States-flag service in the Iceland trade would not be disadvantaged as a result of the treaty.'' Those assurances appear to have calmed the fears of Congress and the indu try, and the treaty is expected to meet with congressional approval. Inside: Re-Flagging Bill Page 2 Navy, Tl Warn of Crew Shortage Page 3 Inland News Pages 5 & 6 SHLSS Pages 7-10 Government Services Page 15 �President's Report by Frank Drozak The 99th session of Congress, which just ended , was one of the most productive in recent memory. own when there are fewer than 400 vessels in the active deepsea fleet , and when manning is being cut? Far-reaching reforms were made in the tax code and immigration policy. Sanctions were imposed against the government of South Africa. There are some hopeful signs. There is a growing awareness of just how important the A~erican-flag merchant marine is to the defense of this country. The Navy has just released a study noting that this country faces a severe shortage of skilled mariners. Yet in one area, at least, the 99th session of Congress came up considerably short. Very little was done to turn things around for this nation ' s severely depressed maritime industry. This was not entirely the fault of the Congress. There were many capable senators and representatives who were willing to look into new and innovative ways of promoting the American-flag merchant marine. But they were frustrated at every turn by an industry which was unwilling to present a united front. We could have accomplished a great deal more had we not been promoting different legislative programs, and fighting among ourselves. Don't get me wrong. The maritime industry had some important victories. It was able to repulse attacks on the few remaining promotional programs , most notably P.L. 480 program and the ban on the export of Alaskan oil. Unfortunately, the time has long since passed when it was enough for the maritime industry just to hold it own. What does it mean to hold your Yet as long as the maritime industry and maritime labor refuse to get their own houses in order, we will never get the opportunity to make productive use of this growing public perception. It is no accident that in those areas where the maritime industry was most fragmented-i.e. , the passenger vessel trade-little headway was made in turning things around. Yet when the maritime industry stood united, it held its own against the most powerful interest groups in the country: oil and agriculture. The maritime industry possesses a number of strong political assets. Ocean transportation plays an important role in the economic life of this country. The existence of hundreds of ports and harbors provide us with a readymade grassroots base. Yet as long a we fight among ourselves, our message will not get out. It will be drowned out in our own shouts. House OKs Passenger Ship Re-Flagging Bill the "substantially completed" requirement, a ship must have its keel laid , have "firm and irrevocable" building commitments , and 50 percent of the vessel's total construction financing must be spent or contracted for. " Everybody knows where the SIU stands. We have been trying to find a way to give U.S. operators a chance to get into this multi-million dollar cruise business. When you look at the popularity of cruises and the money spent by Americans on foreign-flag ships, you know there has to be a place for U .S.-flag interests," said SIU President Frank Drozak. He also pointed out that a large cruise ship could generate about 1,000 shipboard jobs. If no U.S. building projects meet the requirements, foreign-built ships would be allowed to re-flag in that two-year window. But those ships must be at least 10,000 gross tons, carry a minimum of 600 passengers and be able to be used as troopships in case of an emergency. The House version contains provisions which would protect the only two current U.S.-flag passenger ships, the SS Constitution and SS Independence, which operate in the Hawaii trade. Both ships are SIU-crewed. No date has been set for a conference to iron out the differences between the House and Senate versions of the bill. The House of Representatives took a major step in the effort to bolster the U .S.-flag passenger fleet when it approved a measure which could allow foreign-built cruise ships into the trade. The bill, S. 1935, which the Senate approved earlier, passed by voicevote. It could solve the impasse on the passenger ship issue which has divided the maritime community for almost four years. The House did not substantially change the Senate version but did amend it, and a conference between the two houses will be necessary before it is sent to the White House for signature or veto. The bill gives U.S. shipyards until Sept. 1, 1988 to construct or "substantially complete" or refurbish two ships. If that happens, then no foreignbuilt ships will be allowed into the coastwise trade which is protected by the Jones Act. That provision may placate some who have claimed the use of foreignbuilt ships would hurt American shipyards. However, since the debate began, many shipyards and investor groups have claimed to have concrete plans to build a passenger ship in the U.S. Those ships never materialized, but the claims were enough to stall several pieces of passenger ship legislation during the past few years. This new bill would allow foreignbuilt ships into the trade between Sept. 1, 1988 and Sept. 1, 1990 only if no U.S. yard has substantially completed a new ship or refurbishment. To meet SIU Medical Head Dr. Joseph Logue Dies at 91 SIU Welfare Plan Medical Director Dr. Joseph Bruce Logue Sr. died in Brooklyn, N.Y., Oct. I. He was 91. Dr. Logue became director of the Seafarers Medical Program in 1956. The next year he opened the Union's first health center, the Peter Larson Memorial Clinic in Brooklyn. It was also the first medical clinic for seamen in the U.S. In subsequent years other SIU clinics were opened by Dr. Logue in the ports of Mobile, Baltimore, New Orleans, Houston, Philadelphia, San Juan-Santurce, PR., Boston, Norfolk, Port Arthur, Texas, Melvindale, Mich. (Detroit) Alpena, Algonac, and Frankfort, Mich.; Buffalo, N. Y., Jack- sonville and Tampa, Chicago, Ill. , Cleveland and Toledo, Ohio, Duluth , Minn., Seattle, San Francisco and Wilmington , Calif., Gloucester, Mass., Paducah, Ky. , Honolulu, Hawaii and Louis, Mo. Before he joined the SIU, Vice Adm. Logue (USN-Ret.) was chief of the Isthmian Steamship Co. (U.S. Steel) Medical Department in New York City from 1954 to 1956. A native of Gibson, Ga., he graduated from the Medical College at Georgia in 1918 entering the U.S. Navy Medical Corps for World War I service. From 1930 to 1943 he was an instructor at the Navy Medical School and chief of surgery at the U.S. Naval LOG Charles Svenson Editor Deborah Greene Associate Editor Ray Bourdlus Assistant Editor 2 I LOG I October 1986 Funeral services for one of the last surviving U.S. Navy admirals of World War I were held in Manhattan, N. Y. on Oct. 3. Burial with full military honors was at the U.S. National Cemetery, Arlington, Va. on Oct. 10. From 1943 to 1945, he was the 1st Marine Division surgeon in the battles of Guadalcanal, New Guinea, New Britain, Peleliu and Okinawa. Later he was commanding officer of the Naval Hospitals in Dublin, Ga. and at Key West, Fla. Surviving are his son, Joseph Logue Jr. of New York City, a daughter, Jo Anne Dogharty of Redwood City, Calif., two sisters, Rubie Adkins of Georgia and Myrtus Yoder of North Carolina and a grandson, Paul J. Dogharty of San Francisco and a granddaughter, Colleen Dogharty of Alexandria, Va. Lastly, he held different posts from 1947 to 1954 ending up on the medical staff of the commander of the Western Sea Frontier and retiring that final year as a vice admiral. He was awarded the. Legion of Merit (One Battle Star) Official Publication of the Seafarers International Union of North America, Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District. AFL-CIO October 1986 Vol. 48, No. 10 Executive Board Frank Drozak President Angus "Red" Campbell Joe DiGiorgio Vice President Secretary Ed Turner Executive Vice President Leon Hall Joe Sacco Mike Sacco Vice President Vice President George McCartney Roy Mercer Steve Edney Vice President Vice President Vice Presidenf • Vice President t Mike Hall Managing Editor Max Hall Associate Editor Purple Heart and Presidential Unit Citation (Two Battle Stars). Hospitals in Portsmouth, N.H., Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, Boston, Chelsea, Mass. and hospital chief at the Parris Is., S.C. Marine Corps Base. Lynnette Marshall Assistant Editor/Photos -,\o'""'« .. ,. . 7" i The LOG (ISSN 0160-2047) is published monthly by Seafarers International Union, Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District, AFL-CIO, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, Md. 20746, Tel. 8990675. Second-class postage paid at M.S.C. Prince Georges, Md. 20790-9998 and at additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, Md . 20746. �7en:ry of rews Manpower Shortage Could Tie Up Reserve Fleet If the U.S. had to break out and man its 81-ship Ready Reserve Fleet (RRF) today, there would be 3,500 too few crewmen and officers to sail those vessels. By 1990, when the fleet reaches 136 ships, there will be a shortage of more than 8,000 merchant sailors. Those figures were revealed in two studies last month, one by the Transportation Institute (Tl) and one by the Navy itself. In addition, a General Accounting Office (GAO) survey casts doubt on the RRF' s ability to meet its mission because of manpower shortages and several other reasons (see accompanying story). "The irony is almost palpable: The decline of the U.S. merchant fleet has required the Navy to purchase ships to transport men and materiel in war; however there is a critical shortfall in experienced seafarers to man the ships the Navy has purchased because of the declining numbers of the the U.S. merchant fleet," the TI report revealed. ''I view the situation not as being in a 'near crisis mode,' but rather, from a war planner's point of view, we are well into the early stages of crisis," said Vice Admiral Thomas J. Hughes Jr., deputy chief of naval operations (logistics). Both reports agreed that a strong and larger U.S. merchant fleet could solve the crew shortage problem and provide needed sealift. Along with the shrinking U .S.-flag fleet, both reports listed other reasons for the manpower shortage: smaller crews on modern ships, the lack of control of flag-of-convenience shipping because those crews, even if the ships are U .S.-owned, have no obli- gation to sail into a war zone, the NATO fleet-which fits into sealift plans-is experiencing the same problems as the U.S. fleet. If liner reform (S.2662), which will revamp Operating Differential Subsidies for the U.S. fleet, is not passed, as much as 50 to 75 percent of the U.S.-flag fleet could go foreign within the next several years, the TI report predicted. While the Navy study did not endorse any specific measures to boost the number of ships in the private U.S. merchant marine, it did say that "even stopgap measures must be implemented to assure the availability of manning at the time of contingency.'' Capt. Robert W. Kesteloot, USN (Ret.), now vice chairman at TI, who prepared the TI report, offered several ways for the U.S. to reverse the decline of the private fleet, increase the number of trained seafarers and also reduce the military's dependence on a large RRF. * * * Reaffirm the integrity of the Jones Act; Subject U.S. shipowners to the same tax treatment regardless of the flags their ships sail under; Provide U.S. operators with increased access to cargo by enhanced cargo preference laws, bilateral trade agreements and/or tax incentives for U.S. shippers to use U.S.-flag ships. The goal of these points is to increase the number of U.S. ships, which in turn would lead to a larger pool of trained seafarers and would also decrease the need for RRF ships. According to the TI report, if these GAO Questions Reserve More than I 0 years ago , the General Accounting Office (GAO) discovered that the nation's reserve merchant fleet of the time was obsolete , with mostly World War 11 ships , and that the ships could not be activated within a 10-15 day readiness window. Today some of those same problems remain despite a complete restructuring of the reserve fleet , according to a GAO study relea ed this month. Like many other recent studies (see accompanying story) , the GAO found that there is a manpower problem for the Ready Reserve Fleet (RRF). ''There is little assurance that ( 1) available crews would have the skill and experience to operate the older RRF equipment , (2) crews can actually be assembled within the critical five and I 0-day activation periods and (3) there would be no competing demands for manpower,'' the report said. ''Maritime union personnel have voiced concerns regarding the shortage of certain classes of crewmembers as well as possible logistics problems in locating and assembling the approximately 6,000 crewmembers needed in fiscal year 1992 and beyond to crew the 136 RRF ships," the GAO said. In addition, the report cited problems which include: * * * * * * Congestion at anchorage sites; Availability of shipyard resources; Behind schedule ship maintenance; Limited test activities; Incomplete inventory of spare parts, and A lack of systematic evaluation of test results. One problem is on its way to being olved, the report said. The contracting out of 51 of the current 81-ship RRF to private companies has reduced congestion at various anchorages. measures were enacted, the U.S.-flag fleet could grow to some 600 active ships. With that growth, the Navy could slash the RRF to about 70 ships. The savings to the Navy in costs of maintaining a large RRF would be about $62 million a year, which would be some $5 to $40 million more than native path to providing the additional ships and qualified seafarers needed to support this nation's vital security interests in peace and war. ''The strategy proposed here will serve to carry out the policy explicitly expressed in the Merchant Marine Act of 1936," the report said. "In con- ... By 1990 when the Ready Reserve Fleet reaches full strength, there will be a shortage of more than 8,000 merchant sailors ... the cost of revamping the subsidy system under S.2662. ''Our national maritime strategy must be modified and refocused to support an increase in the size of the U.S. merchant marine. There is no alter- junction with the passage of S.2662, these measures will ensure that an adequate number of U.S.-flag ships and a sufficient pool of highly trained citizen-seamen will be available for any future national emergency.'' Memorial Model to Be Unveiled More than 40 years after World War II, a major memorial to the men who served and died in the merchant marine is set to be unveiled next year. The China Coasters , the Southern California Chapter of the American Merchant Marine Veterans Inc., is the major backer of the effort. The group contacted the various maritime labor unions in the Los Angeles area, including the SIU, for help. The unions volunteered their services and established a fund raising committee. In addition to the unions, many other maritime organizations have joined the committee, including shipping company executives, marine contractors, harbor officials and others. A sculptor was selected to develop a model for the memorial. Jasper D' Ambrosi , who also designed the Arizona Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Phoenix , died August 1 before he could finish the work. However, his two sons , Mark and Michael , are also sculptors who worked closely with their father , and the two have vowed to complete his work. Contributions for the memorial (which the committee is seeking a tax exemption for) may be sent to: American Merchant Marine Veterans Memorial Committee Inc. P.O. Box 1659 Wilmington, Calif. 90748 EPIRBs Set for House Vote An amendment has been attached to H.R. 4208, the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 1986, which requires Emergency Positioning Indicating Radio Beacons (EPIRBs) on all U .S.-flag fishing vessels. ''The SIU supports this amendment,'' said SIU President Frank Drozak. "While commercial fishing is considered the most dangerous occupation in the nation, the industry remains totally unregulated." This is the model for the American Merchant Marine Veterans Memorial, due to be dedicated in San Pedro, Calif. on Maritime Day 1987. The amendment was passed by the Senate and is currently under review by the full House. New ARC Rules The Seafarers Welfare Plan will continue to pay for initial treatment for members at the Seafarers Addiction Rehabilitation Center in Piney Point. However, new rules approved by the plan's trustees will require the member who wishes to or needs to use the facility on subsequent occasions to be responsible for all costs for the subsequent treatment. October 1986 I LOG I 3 �I I I I I I I I I I I I • I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I Nearing the End • • I I I I I I I I I I •· I I • As this session of Congress rapidly draws to a close, attention is being focused on the upcoming elections, the situation in South Africa and the growing trade deficit. Not much more is expected in terms of legislation. Congress has passed a sweeping tax reform bill, which it hopes will be its major legacy. Meanwhile, Congress and the administration have done absolutely nothing about the budget deficit, which has been estimated between $148-$230 billion, depending on whose accounting methods you use. Gramm-Rudman, which was supposed to have alleviated this problem, has proven to be ineffective. South Africa President Reagan was handed his first major legislative defeat when Congress overrode his veto of a bill that imposed sanctions against South Africa. Some commentators were calling this defeat the beginning of the post-Reagan era. While Reagan remains overwhelmingly popular with the American people, he does not seem able to shape the national agenda as he once did. The November elections are being viewed as an important indication of what post-Reagan America will look like. A good showing by the Republican Party will be interpreted that the American people want the Reagan agenda maintained, or even expanded. Most elections are being waged on local issues and personalities. The only two issues of national importance to come out of these elections are the drug problem and the growing trade imbalance. Ironically, few people realize that negotiations for the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT) have already begun. GATT regulates the way that the nations of the Free World conduct their trade. Clayton Yeutter, America's representative to these talks, outlined five areas where the U.S. will concentrate its efforts. Not one of them concerns manufacturing or maritime. Cargo Preference I I I I I I I m Seafarers International Union of North America. AFL-CIO I I I I I I I I I I I + • Members of the House Merchant Marine Subcommittee used an oversight hearing to vent their frustration at the administration's · refusal to comply with this nation's cargo preference laws. ''The committee must reverse the present trend," said Rep. Helen Bentley (R-Md.), who noted that ''it was the exception and not the rule" for federal agencies to comply with existing cargo preference laws . . "It is troubling," said House Merchant Marine Subcommittee Chairman Mario Biaggi (DN. Y .) , "that government officials seem to be . . . creating loopholes that circumvent the spirit of the law. It reeks of an attitude that we are a government of men, not laws." "The subcommittee," said Rep. Robert W. Davis (R-Mich.), "seems to be spending an inordinate amount of time looking over the shoulders of the various executive agencies to make sure that they are following the laws that Congress has enacted." SIU President Frank Drozak agreed with the remarks made by the subcommittee members . 4 I LOG I October 1986 October 1986 "While other governments are promoting their maritime industries,'' Drozak noted, ''the American-flag merchant marine has to drag the present administration to court just to get it to carry out laws that are already on the books." Military Cargo An attempt to weaken one of this nation's most important cargo preference laws ended when the Department of Defense signed a bilateral treaty with Iceland. The treaty opens up the trade to Icelandic ships with 65 percent of the military cargo going to the lowest bidder and 35 percent reserved for the lowest bidder from the other country. Only U.S. and Icelandic shipping firms will be allowed to bid. The treaty is a departure from present practice. Under the 1904 Military Transportation Act, 100 percent of all military cargo has to be carried on American-flag vessels. The administration assured the Senate Commerce Committee ''that the treaty should not be understood or appear to be a precedent for a similar weakening of the 1904 Cargo Preference Act in other trades.'' The administration also stated that it was ''committed to the overall integrity of the 1904 Act,'' and that ''the treaty will be implemented in such a way that existing U.S.-flag service in the Iceland trade would not be disadvantaged.'' Two years ago , the Department of Defense tried to shut an American company out of the trade. It wanted to placate the government of Iceland, which hosts an important American military base. The issue went to court, where it was determined the 1904 Military Cargo Act reserved 100 percent of all such cargo for Americanflag vessels. Earlier this year, the Department of Defense tried to unilaterally implement a provision of the 1904 Act that allowed foreign-flag participation when American rates were "excessive or unreasonable" and to cut the U.S.-flag guarantee to 50 percent. The move was immediately opposed by the maritime industry, as well as by the Department of Transportation, which has the right to monitor the rates under the law. Rather than risk a confrontation that would have jeopardized the entire $1.8 billion military cargo preference program, the SIU and the rest of the maritime industry agreed to this compromise. Foreign-Flag Seamen The Panamanian Maritime Authority hopes to forge closer ties with the People's Republic of China on licensing and other matters, according to a report carried in The Journal of Commerce. During a five-day visit to China, Hugo Torrijos, director general of Maritime Affairs of Panama, sought ways to make it easier for Chinese mariners to be granted licenses. ''China wants to provide labor for all world shipping fleets-not just its own-and we feel it is important to offer some service," Torrijos told The Journal of Commerce. Ships registered under the Panamanian flag are considered to be under effective U.S. control. Legislative. Administrative and Regulatory Happening. Seafarers Shortage The Department of the Navy has estimated that there would be a seafarer shortage of over 3,500 if a national emergency occurred today, and the shortfall could increase to over 8,000 billets by 1990. Manning shortfalls were calculated in a study by the Navy's Chief of Naval Operations, Strategic Sealift Division. The study-finished last July but made public just last monthexamined the ability of the active seafaring workforce to man all defense shipping needs during a "mobilization scenario." North Slope Oil A California oil company wants to get around the existing ban on the export of Alaskan oil. The Alaska Pacific Refining Corporation of Santa Barbara, Calif., has filed plans to build a refinery at the ocean terminus of the transAlaska pipeline, in Valdez, Alaska. Lawyers for the company contend that the ban on the export of Alaskan oil extends only to crude oil, not to refined products. "Oil industry analysts ... expressed doubt that such a refinery ... could be built," said The Journaf. of Commerce. "I don't think that thi plan is viable," said SIU Legislative Director Frank Pecquex. "The refinery would have to clear tough financial, environmental and legal hurdles before construction could begin. "What the plan does do," said Pecquex, " is to remind us that there are people out there who are all too eager to abolish the ban on the export of Alaskan oil." Port Development Senate-House conferees are again moving toward a compromise bill on pending port and waterways development legislation. The compromise bill could be passed before Congress adjourns for the year. Activity on the legislation stalled in September after the Senate and House resolved most of their differences on the omnibus funding legislation. Points still in contention include specific projects and the issue of user fees. Passenger Vessel Bill The House of Representatives is still considering its version of a cruise ship re-flagging bill. Legislation dealing with this issue was passed by the Senate last month. The Senate bill, S. 1935, would give U.S. shipyards until Sept. 1, 1988 to either build two new cruise vessels or refurbish two existing U.S. ocean-going luxury cruise liners. If this new building or refurbishments do take place in an American yard within the prescribed two-year period, all re-flagging authority by the terms of the legislation expires. This waiting period was inserted into the bill during mark-up in the Senate Commerce Committee. It was billed as a ''put up or shut up'' mandate for the opponents of re-flagging legislation, according to SIU Legislative Director Frank Pecquex. ''The SIU continues to support any measure that could lead to the revitalization of the U .S.-flag cruise ship fleet," said SIU President Frank Drozak. �... ews ASC Begins New "Outreach" Program for SIU Lakers Recently, American Steamship Co. (ASC), which operates 11 Great Lakes ships with SIU crews began a new Employee Assistance Plan for its workers. The plan will offer help for employees with personal problems ranging from alcohol and drug abuse, emotional, health, financial, legal and other problems. Basically it will assist employees in finding help in their communities. The following article explains the program. It was written by Tom Anderson, safety and employee assistance administrator for ASC. He is a former SIU member. Stop to think for a moment, "Have you or a family member, a friend or shipmate ever encountered a personal problem in your lives for which the solution seemed just out of reach? Some sort of difficulty that you or they simply could not solve on their own and at the time could have really used a helping hand?'' Perhaps the situation concerned a marriage or divorce, personal finances, legal difficulties, a medical related problem such \as alcohol or drug abuse/addiction, the full range of human problems. • In excess of 40 percent of marriages will end in divorce. • 3-5 percent of Americans suffer from chronic, psychologically crippling forms of mental illness. • One in six Americans will face the psychological consequences of being victim of a violent crime. • In excess of 15 percent of the adult population exhibit some potentially serious symptoms of stress (e.g., high blood pressure). • No less than 6 percent of those who drink are, or will become, alcoholic. • There are over 3,000,000 teenage alcohol and drug abusers in the U.S. today. • The U.S. has one of the highest suicide rates in the world. • A large percentage of Americans live beyond their financial means. The rate of personal bankruptcy and/or default is escalating. These facts and figures speak for themselves; they are issues which affect the entire country including every man and woman in the work force. Merchant seamen are certainly no exceptions and do not have immunity to these problems. Recent issues of the LOG have presented excellent discussions on some of the more pressing issues affecting seamen today, cocaine abuse, and other substance abuse. These are hard problems with no easy solutions. But there is one unavoidable, indisputable fact, "If someone is suffering from a major personal problem and this problem is left unresolved, it will sooner or later affect how they perform on the job.'' So what is the answer? A basic company philosophy is that the employees are the company's most important asset. This being the case, American Steamship Company has started an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to take on the full range of human problems its employees may encounter. American Steamship Company developed their EAP with the help and expert advice from companies such as Crowley Maritime Corporation and the SIU's Alcoholic Rehabilitation Center in Piney Point, Md. The company readily admits that employees' mental health, well-being, and happiness off the job directly relate to how they work on the job. The troubled employee is not an isolated problem, but rather a companywide problem, and the EAP stands ready to provide assistance. All the employee or family member need do is pick up the phone and ask. The EAP is open to the employees' family members also because the company realizes that trouble within the family is just as hard on the employee as having the problem themselves. The EAP is not a source for quick cures or dramatic solutions to tough problems. Rather it is a sympathetic and compassionate "ear" that will listen to the troubled employee and, depending on the nature of the problem, put them in touch with the right resource in their community. In effect, the EAP administrator acts as an advisor or referral source who will put employees in contact with trained professionals in the community. These "community resources" may be doctors, counselors, lawyers, self-help groups, financial consultants, etc., de~ pending on the nature of the problem. The EAP tries to find a referral source within or as close to their community as possible so that the employee and/or family has easier access to the assistance available. After an employee has asked for assistance and has been referred to a community resource, further consultation or treatment may be necessary to resolve the particular problem. In these instances, a professional meeting with the employee will make a recommendation about what should be done next. In the event SIU members seek assistance through the EAP for an alcohol or drug problem, and further treatment is recommended, they will be referred to the Welfare Plan's own facility in Piney Point, Md., the Seafarers Alcoholic Rehabilitation Cen- ' ter. But no matter what the problem is, the EAP administrator will stay in touch with the employee all the way to make sure that person is getting the help they need, as long as the employee chooses to receive it. Employees who call the EAP are guaranteed absolute confidentiality in all matters discussed. All information The H. Lee White is one of the American Steamship Company vessels whose members will be assisted by a new Employee Assistance Plan. is kept strictly between the employee and the EAP administrator. This confidential treatment is guaranteed by federal law and company policy. Some people are not able or are not willing to recognize their problems and don't try to get help in handling them. These people will become more and more troubled in their personal lives, and sooner or later it starts to show up on the job, aboard ship. This is when their supervisors, captain, chief engineer or steward must be sharp enough to notice a good man going down hill and take action. The supervisor has a responsibility to take that person aside and tell him that his work is not as good as usual, perhaps not even satisfactory. The supervisor points out the need for improvement and also tells the man that the company's Employee Assistance Program is available to him if he wishes to use it. The supervisor does not pass judgment or try to "diagnose" the employee's problem. He simply tells him he must do better on the job and that this EAP is available to help him. The decision whether to use the EAP or not is still up to the employee entirely, but now he knows he must improve on the job. It is only fair, if an expensive piece of machinery onboard ship breaks down, much effort is taken to have it repaired and returned to service. Certainly the seamen deserve at least the same consideration. American Steamship Company feels they do. By the same token, it is also the responsibility of the Seafarer's shipmates to help him. When they notice or find out their shipmate is troubled and in need of help, it is their duty to talk with him and tell him the EAP is available. It is in the highest tradition of the sea to come to the aid of a shipmate in his time of need. To help a shipmate by encouraging him to use the EAP is one way seamen aboard American Steamship Company vessels can uphold that tradition. The Employee As istance Program-a good idea whose time has come. It is both pro-union and procompany-but more importantly, it is pro-people. American Steamship Company employees and family members may contact the Employee Assistance Program by calling Tom Anderson at the following numbers: 800-828-7230 (outside New York State); 716-854-7649 (in New York State). October 1986 I LOG I 5 �New Pensioners Vance Earl Meeks, 55 , joined the Union in the port of Norfolk in 1970. He sailed as a cook for the Steuart Transportation Co. from 1969 to 1972 and for Marine Towing and Transportation (SONAT) from 1977 to 1980. Brother Meeks is a veteran of the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He was born in Martin Cty., N .C. and is a resident of Portsmouth, Va. Peter Michael Ryan Jr., 60, joined the Union in the port of Houston in 1957. He sailed as a chief engineer for G & H Towing from 1973 to 1974. Brother Ryan is a veteran of the U.S. Army in World War II and the Korean Conflict. He was born in Galveston, Texas and is a resident of ·Santa Fe, Texas. George William Walkup, 62, joined the Union in the port of Baltimore in 1956. He sailed as a deckhand and mate for Harbor Towing from 1963 to 1972. Brother Walkup is a veteran of the U.S. Army in World War II. He was born in Crawley, W. Va. and is a resident of Baltimore. Harold Lloyd Weaver, 63, joined the Union in the port of Mobile in 1951 sailing as a deckhand on the tug Trojan and as a recertified bosun. Brother Weaver graduated from the SIU Recertified Bosuns Program in 1974. He last shipped out of the port of Houston and took part in the organizing drives at the Atlantic Dispatchers Report for Inland Waters SEPT. 1-30, 1986 Port Gloucester .................... . ... New York .............. .. ......... Philadelphia . ................ .. .. . . Baltimore . . ....... . . . . . .... . . .. ... Norfolk .. .. ...... ...... .. .. . .... . Mobile .. ... ... . . . .. . ............. New Orleans . ........ . .......... . .. Jacksonville .... . . ..... ........... . San Francisco . ........ . . . .. .. .... .. Wilmington . . ...... . ... . . .... ... ... Seattle .... . ..... .. . .... · . . .. . . . . .. Puerto Rico . . . . ........ .. . ... . .. .. Houston .... . .... . ................ Algonac ..... ....... . .. ....... .... St. Louis ......... . .. .. ........... Piney Point .. ............ ........ . . Totals . ........ ... .. . .. . . .... . ... Port Gloucester . ........... .. . .. ... . ... New York ... ... ... . .... . . ..... ... . Philadelphia .. . ... . ..... . .... .. .... Baltimore .... . . . . .. ............... Norfolk Mobile .: ::::::::::: : ::::::::::::: New Orleans .. .. .. . ... . ........ .... Jacksonville San Francisco : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : Wilmington . .... . . ... . .. ........... Seattle . .... ...... ... ............. Puerto Rico . ... . . .... . ... . ... ..... Houston . . ........................ Algonac .. . .. . ......... . .... . ..... St. Louis ...... . . ... .. .. .... . . .... Piney Point ... .... .. . .............. Totals . .. ............. . . ... . . .... *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C 0 0 1 0 62 1 2 5 0 6 0 0 4 3 0 1 0 0 1 0 9 1 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 6 12 0 TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C 0 0 2 1 0 0 1 4 0 6 0 0 14 0 12 0 DECK DEPARTMENT 0 0 0 0 0 2 12 0 44 9 1 0 2 0 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5 3 5 10 2 12 1 0 85 31 40 0 0 0 0 17 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 10 5 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 3 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 1 0 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 7 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 2 0 0 0 0 18 7 4 Port Gloucester .. ... . . ............ . . ... New York ... ...... ..... . ... .. . . . .. Philadelphia ....... . .. . .. .......... Baltimore ....... ....... . ... ....... Norfolk Mobile.::: : ::: : : :: : : :::: ::: :::: : : New Orleans .... . .. . ... ... ........ . Jacksonville .. . .. . . .... . ........ .. . San Francisco ........ ...... .. ... .. . Wilmington . .... .. ..... ... . ....... . Seattle ..... ........ .. . .... . . .. . . . Puerto Rico . . .......... . .... . . .... Houston . ...... ..... .. . ..... ...... Algonac . . . ...... ... . . ...... .. . ... St. Louis . ..... ... . ... ......... ... Piney Point . .... ...... ............. Totals .. . . . ... ............. .... . . 0 0 0 0 5 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 2 0 0 6 7 Totals All Departments .. . . . . ... ....... 110 44 51 7 75 13 36 5 9 2 97 43 **REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C 1 0 0 1 89 4 1 2 0 12 0 0 3 20 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 1 0 0 0 0 4 0 8 0 0 0 1 0 27 1 0 2 0 9 0 0 2 27 0 1 0 0 2 0 0 0 5 3 0 7 0 0 17 0 11 0 15 135 70 45 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 11 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 20 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 19 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 32 21 3 0 0 1 0 0 0 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 8 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 15 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 8 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 5 24 12 2 23 191 103 50 *"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. Refining Co. in the port of Philadelphia in 1955 and at Bay Towing and the Marine Enterprise Co. in 1956. In 1960 he received a Union Personal Safety Award for sailing aboard an accidentfree ship, the SS Clairborne. Boatman and Seafarer Weaver was born in Lucedale, Miss. and is a resident of Houston. Support SPAD In Memoriam Pensioner John 0. De Cesare, 76, died recently. Brother De Cesare joined the Union in the port of New York in 1960. He sailed as a deckhand for the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad from 1937 to 1975 and worked as a clerk at the N. Y. Stock Exchange from 1929 to 1934. Boatman De Cesare was a former member of the American Federation of Musicians Union, Local 802. And he was a veteran of the U.S. Navy in World War II. Born in Portland, Maine, he was a resident of Staten Is., N.Y. Surviving are his brother, Anthony of Staten Is., and two sisters, Letitia and Mary Cadier of Tenafly, N.J . ... .--. ..... ............. -...~ IF ~ ~ YOU I CAN'T SNAKE LOOSE, TllERF/~ APR06RAM TOHEJ.P You •1 CONTACT YOUR PONT AGENT DOITH~Wf 6 I LOG I October 1986 I �Scouts Enjoy a Two-Week Educational Vacation at SHLSS Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts from all over the country had a chance recently to spend two weeks at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship and enjoy an ''educational vacation.'' The scouts, 14 in all, were selected through the Maritime Trades Department as ''MTD Scouts of the Year'' by the Maritime Pon Councils in various cities and given the opportunity to visit SHLSS to learn more about the SIU, the labor movement, and the nation's capital. During the scouts' stay, from August 3, 1986 to August 16, 1986, they visited the Patuxent Naval Air C,enter, Baltimore's Inner Harbor and aquarium, the Smithsonian, the AFL-00 building, and Capitol Hill as well as local historical sites, SIU Headquarters and, of course, SHLSS. The scouts had a full schedule at the school including making arts and crafts projects, a fishing trip and producing a videotape at the SHLSS television studio. There was enough time left over, though, for swimming, tennis and the Health Spa. Many of the scouts later wrote to SHLSS Vice-President Ken Conklin thanking him for the experience. Lawrence LeBlanc of Mobile, Alabama was one of those who helped show that the trip was a real succes.5. He wrote: ''This was a great trip! I learned a lot, had a lot of fun and wanted to stay another week. If it's offered next year I hope I'll be able to come!'' Sailing on the "Manitou" gave the Scouts a quite relaxing afternoon. ' . ~;~'.~'. . :~t·~~;, L. tor. Chaperon Jeff Mccranie, SIU Secretary Joe DiGiorgio, Dan Dickey, Henry Ruszkowski, Devon Williams, Keith Gibel, Scott Gillinger, Michael DelaPena, Laurence LeBlanc, Kim Gdowski, Michael Avirett, Robin Zanca, David Ackerman, Tully Folsom, Rebecca Noranbrock, Michael Gilbert, Chaperon Andrea Mccranie. Devon Williams and Michael DelaPena enjoyed taking a tour of the Patuxent Naval Air Test Center. October 1986 I LOG I 7 �A nature study trip was enjoyed at Point Lookout State Park. A tour of the Baltimore Aquarium was enjoyed by the Scouts. "MTD Scouts of the Year" gather in the lobby of the AFL-CIO headquarters bullding in Washington, D.C. "I hope next year it'll be offered for three weeks!'' Lawrence LeBlanc Scouts view the U.S. Supreme Court. SIU Secretary Joe DiGiorgio discusses union history with Robin Zanca. The Scouts gather on the steps of the Capitol before departing Washington, D.C. 8 I LOG I October 1986 The Scouts take a few minutes from their active schedule to relax. Rebecca Noranbrock poses by a peacock during the Scout's tour of the Smithsonian. �Harbor Tug Members SIU & MEBA 2 Members Tour SHLSS .. , are Impressed with SHLSS Facilities : (I. tor.) SIU Vice Pres. Jack Caffey, SIU Vice Pres. Buck Mercer, MESA 2 Jerry Joseph, MESA 2 Ray McKay, SIU Vice Pres. George McCartney, SIU Manpower Coordinator Bart Rogers, SHLSS Sealift Coordinator Bill Hellwege. --St. Mary's County Fair is .............~·>·filjf->~; .·• & UIW Volunteers.--- •. .-.~ Florence Bean (r.) holds a balloon while Pam Mundie ties it to a child's wrist. Ninteenth Annual Blessing of the Fleet Members of the SH LSS trainee class assisted people in arriving and departing at the St. Clements Island Blessing of the Fleet. SHLSS GRADUATES .• • Bosun Recertification First row (I. tor.): T. Banks, Robert Wood, Zaine Basir, Oliver Pitfield, Norman Erieson. Second row (I. to r.) Ray A. Waiters, Michael Murdock, James E. Davis, William E. Lough, TR Colangelo, Christopher LoPlccolo, Larry Watson. Naval Cargo Handling Group First row (I. to r.): Richard Dickerson (Instructor), Gerald LaBar, Donald Williamson. Second row (I. tor.) Gary Creech, Mike Prell, Jimmie Maynor. Third row (I. to r.) Melvin Hewitt, Carl Bruce, William Northey. )?m . Afr.,, ,, Inland Trainee Group First row (I. to r.): Warren D. Halloway, Andrew J. Barrett, Steven L. Kurosz, Denny R. Lewis, Anthony Hurt. Second row (I. to r.) Doug Williams, Steve Butery, Dana McGlothin, Tom Casey (Instructor), Richard Jones, Andy R. Rollins, Tom Downton, Tony Finke. October 1986 I LOG I 9 �1987 UPGRADING COURSE SCHEDULE Programs Geared to Improve Job Skills and Promote the U.S. Maritime Industry January 1987 The following is the current course schedule for the first six months of the 1987 school year af the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. For the membership's convenience, the course schedule is separated into six categories: Deck Department courses; Engine Department courses; Steward Department courses; Adult Education courses; All Department courses and Recertification Programs. Inland Boatmen and deep sea Seafarers who are preparing to upgrade are advised to enroll for class as early as possible. Although every effort will be made to fill the requests of the members, the classes are limited in size - so sign up early. The course schedule may change to reflect the membership's needs. SIU Representatives in all ports will assist members in filling out the application. Engine Upgrading Courses Check-In Date March 23 Completion Date June 12 Marine Electrical Maintenance January 5 March 9 February 27 May 1 Diesel Engine Technology April 6 May 15 Welding April 13 May 8 Chief Engineer & Assistant Engineer Uninspected Motor Vessel April 6 June 12 Third Assistant Engineer & Original Second Assistant Engineer Steam or Motor January 5 March 13 Automation June 22 July 17 Conveyorman January 5 January 30 Course QMED ·Any Rating Fireman/Watertender Oiler February 9 ·June 8 April 3 July 31 Hydraulics May 11 June 5 Refrigeration Systems Maintenance & Operations January 5 February 13 Refrigerated Containers Maintenance February 16 March 27 Advanced Deck Upgrading Courses Course Celestial Navigation Able Seaman Radar Observer Check-In Date March 13 July 13 Completion Date April 17 August 14 January 5 March ·23 May 18 February 27 May 15 July 10 March 16 April 20 March 27 May 1 Radar Observer (Renewal) Open ended course, however, must notify SHLSS before entering this course. Third Mate & Original Second Mate January 5 May 4 March 13 July 10 First Class Pilot January 12 February 27 Lifeboat March 9 May 4 March 20 May 15 Tankerman March 23 May 18 April 3 May 29 Recertification Programs Course Steward Recertification Check-In Date January 26 June 29 Completion Date March 2 August 3 Bosun Recertification February 24 April 6 10 I LOG I October 1986 June 1987 Steward Upgrading Courses Check-In Date January 27 March 18 May 13 Completion Date Open Ended Open Ended Open Ended Cook & Baker February 4 March 18 April 29 June 10 Open Open Open Open Chief Steward January 27 March 18 May 13 Open Ended Open Ended Open Ended Course Chief Cook Ended Ended Ended Ended All Rating Upgrading Courses Course Sealift Operations and Maintenance Check-In Date January 5 February 2 March 2 April 13 May 18 July 13 Completion Date January 30 February 27 March 27 May 8 June 12 August 7 Adult Education Courses Check-In Completion Course Date Date For students who wish to apply for the GED, ESL, or ABE classes for the first six months of this year, the courses will be six weeks in length and offered on the following dates: High School Equivalency (GED) January 5 February 16 April 13 March 2 June 15 May 4 Adult Basic Education (ABE) & English as a Second Language (ESL) January 5 February 13 March 2 April 10 May 4 June 12 Seafarers applying for the upgraders Lifeboat class and who are either ESL or need some work on basic skills, may take the ESUABE Lifeboat course three weeks prior to the scheduled Lifeboat class. This class will be offered: February 16 March 6 May 1 April 13 The Developmental Studies Class (DVS) will be offered one week prior to some of the upgrading classes. They will be offered as follows: FOWT February 2 February 6 QMED March 16 March 20 Third Mate April 27 May 1 May 15 Able Seaman May 11 FOWT June 1 June 5 College Programs Course Associates in Arts Nautical Science Certificate Check-In Date January 19 March 30 June 8 Completion Date March 13 May 22 July 31 March 30 May 22 Chef Instructor, Baking Instructor SHLSS needs instructors to teach adult shipboard culinary skills including basic and advanced cooking, baking and butchering classes. Must have a minimum 5 years culinary experience and/ or be a graduate of a culinary institution. Send resume to: Director of Culinary Dept. Harry Lundeberg School Piney Point, MD 20674 �In its monthly series of interviews and reports, "PROFILES" will highlight key government officials instrumental in shaping national and maritime policy. W HENEVER the SIU needed congressional support on maritime legislation, Congresswoman Helen Delich Bentley from Maryland's second district could be counted on to cast a vote for maritime jobs. Rep. Bentley has served two years in Congress. She was elected in 1984 and is running for re-election this year. Most recently, Bentley rallied support among her colleagues for passage of the 1985 cargo preference compromise. Without the bill, the U .S.-flag maritime industry could not have continued to operate. For 25 years prior to her election to Congress, Bentley worked for the Baltimore Sun covering the Baltimore waterfront and the maritime shipping industry. She became known worldwide for her advocacy of the American-flag merchant marine in her columns and published news stories. She produced in the 1960s a for-television documentary on the port of Baltimore. The documentary ran for 15 years educating Baltimorians to the importance of the city's port to Baltimore's economic foundations. In 1969, President Nixon picked Bentley to head the Federal Maritime Commission. She was for some time the highest ranking woman in the federal government and continues to be one of the chief authorities on maritime shipping and international and domestic trade. M ISSOURI'S Lieutenant Governor Harriett Woods is the only woman ever to be elected to statewide office there. This year, she comes before voters as the Democratic nominee for the U.S. Senate. She promises to work hard to move Congress vigorously toward adopting a national policy on trade. The trade imbalance is an emotional topic in Missouri where farmers are major producers of wheat, much of it exported. While Lt. Gov. Woods can see how the trade imbalance has affected every segment of society and has called for a national program on trade to increase U.S. trade exports, her opponent, former Gov. Christopher Bond, is taking a shortsighted swing at the maritime industry. If elected, Bond has said he will ask Congress to repeal P.L. 480 cargo preference legislation. If Woods wins the election, she has said her long-range plan will be to restore U.S. trade to its former position of prominence. "More than 75 percent of the goods produced in our country compete against products made abroad. And that figure goes up each month," Woods told Missouri voters in a recent address. "The simple reality is that our jobs and paychecks-and our high standard of living-must be earned in the global marketplace. And, ladies and gentlemen, we 're howing less ability to earn our way in that marketplace." The fact that for almost I 00 years the U.S. was a major exporter is something she has highlighted in her campaign speeches~ from the 1890s until been involved in Missouri politics since 1976. She served two terms as a state senator before filling the post of lieutenant governor. Among her accomplishments are numerous bills she has sponsored from the state legislature that include nursing home reform legislation, pay equity for public employees and legislation on asbestos clean-up regulations. C Rep. Helen Bentley Maryland Even as a candidate for Congress against incumbent Congressman Clarence Long, Bentley made maritime the center of attention. In three election campaigns in 1980 and 1982 and again in 1984, her central theme was to build the port of Baltimore into a productive center of commerce. In 1984 the electorate chose Bentley, and the picture for maritime has been brighter. Congresswoman Bentley has served on the Merchant Marine and Fisheries Committee,· the Public Works and Transportation Committee and the Select Committee on Aging. ~,. mw-:tt f:~~!:t::::::· Lt. Gov. Harriet Woods Missouri 1971, the nation exported more than it imported in trade. This year alone, the U.S. will run up a $160 billion trade deficit. In order to accomplish the tran ition from importer to exporter nation, Woods would begin a program to invest in measures that would allow the U.S. to compete again t low-wage and governmentub idized foreign indu trie . She has hinted that she would consider shifting money from defense to inve t in shoring up the imbalance in U.S. trade. "Today, security is more and more economic in nature and le and less military. And per onally," Woods remarked, "I regard inve tment in our national economy as far more productive-in terms of human value and national ecurity-than inve tment in the o-called Star War y tern." Lieutenant Governor Woods ha ONGRESSMAN Herbert Bateman (R) is running for a third term as representative of the first district in Virginia. Half of the residents of the district live in and around the Hampton Roads harbor where the economy is based on military and shipbuilding operations. The Newport News Shipbuilding Company alone employs 25 ,000 workers. With bouts of unemployment frequent in the shipbuilding trades, the meat and potatoes issue of employment is the most important issue before Tidewater voters, many of whom are employed in shipbuilding. This is where the congressman has logged a noteworthy achievement. On Jan. 1, 1986 there were 3,000 more jobs at Newport News Shipyard than when Rep. Bateman was first elected to Congress. The congressman's interest in jobs for his community runs second only to his desire to strengthen America's defense posture. He has brought naval contracts to his district and introduced numerous pieces of legislation designed to strengthen the U.S. merchant marine. Congressman Bateman is one of 42 representatives serving on the Merchant Marine and Fisheries Committee. It is from this vantage point that he has been able to influence the outcome of maritime legislation. Each time cargo preference legislation has been forwarded to the merchant marine committee, the congressman has been at the forefront, bringing members of the committee into a unified force to defeat measures that would take cargo away from the U.S.flag fleet. Mindful of the importance of America's shipbuilding capability, he has voted to protect U.S. shipyards. t,,d~ Rep. Herbert Bateman Virginia Rep. Bateman has asked that dangerous and toxic materials used by shipyard workers be taken from the market until their possible harmful side effects may be more thoroughly investigated. The congressman has introduced other bills into Congress that deal with maritime issues. He has persuaded Congress to spend an additional $2.5 million per year on the program to clean up the Chesapeake Bay and he has fought for allocations to deepen the channels in the port of Hampton Roads. Dredging in the harbor is currently under way. He is also the author of legislation that would require electronic safety signaling devices aboard fishing trawlers to reduce accidents and loss of life. A complementary measure sponsored by Rep. Bateman asks that federal grant monies be given for a study on improved compensation plans for injured fishermen. The bill is making its way through Congress. Congressman Bateman was first elected to Congress in 1982. He had previously served in the Virginia State Senate for 15 years. Service Contract Review Continues The Department of Labor (DOL) is continuing its review of the Service Contract Act (SCA) and the issue of whether it should be applied to TAGOS vessels. The review has been under way since July 1 (see August LOG). Last year a federal court overturned a DOL decision that claimed the SCA applies only when government-contracted work takes place "significantly" or "substantially" within the United States. It was that DOL ruling which was the basis for denying SCA coverage to T-AGOS vessels. The contract for the vessels was signed two months before the court decision. The Labor Department ha appealed. Records indicate that about 25 percent of T-AGOS work takes place within the United States. The SCA basically guarantees that the prevailing wage hall apply for government-contracted work. In other words, if the prevailing wage in private industry is $10 an hour for a certain job, companies bidding on similar work for a government contract cannot undercut wage in order to ecure a low bid and the contract. The SIU, other unions and several congre sional repre entatives have filed petitions with the DOL supporting the SCA and it application to T-AGOS. There ha been no indication from the department when its decision will be announced. October 1986 I LOG I 11 �A Great Feeder and a Yellow Submarine A Good Calling for Some The Long Lines (AT&T) has many amenities not found anywhere else on an SIU vessel. To begin with, where else could one find such a good feeder? Twelve types of Breyers ice cream are on display in the galley at a self-service dessert bar open 24 hours a day. Filet mignon is served for dinner several times a week. Lobster is on the menu almost as often. And where else could SIU members be met at the door of their Union hall by a company-owned bus? Or the crew be treated to AT&T stenciled t-shirts compliments of AT&T. Though Eva Russell had just married 13 days earlier and was enjoying her honeymoon, the answer was "yes" when the call came from SIU Patrolman 'Scrap Iron' Jones that the Long Lines was crewing up. Mark Fuller interrupted upgrading courses at the Lundeberg School to answer the job call. AB Jamie Wilson cut short his vacation from a permanent job on a Waterman vessel because he had heard so much about the Long Lines. The Long Lines left Sept. 24 for a seven-day voyage to lay and repair cable off the New Jersey coast. A launch from Shawn's Launch service ferried SIU crewmembers to the offshore archorage of the Long Lines. The gangway was lowered. Each member of the crew made the ascent from the launch onto the gangway and up what appeared to be 30 steps to the deck, as the gangway swayed with each step. Once the vessel is underway, the hours pass quickly. The Long Lines is host to a weight room with the latest in Nautilus exercise equipment. It houses a well-stocked library. For the crewmember whose pleasure it is to fish from the stern, fishing poles are provided. And since the vessel runs at half a knot when running through cable fields, it is possible for a few fishermen to bring in enough of a catch to feed the entire crew. AB Raymond Rainey Story and Photos by Lynnette Marshall Onto a bus bound for Shawn's Launch site are three jubilant Seafarers. A wave and a smile from Marion Romero, AB; Ray Coypo, COS, and David L. Stinson ID ABG. Eva Russell and a fellow crewmember on AT &T's own charter bus. The bus met the crew in front of the SIU hall in Norfolk. :;., With AB Steven Coker in the lead, Seafarer climb the gangway onto AT &T's Long Lines. It was an opportunity well worth the wait. In 1963 Coker was introduced to the vessel when it docked at Pier 27, Hampton Road for cable repair exercises. "One of the best and mo t pleasant ships I've ever been on," is how Coker remembers the vessel, 23 years later. 12 LOG October 1986 The Long Lines also has its own yellow submarine. A yellow submarine? While it may be that the ocean can sometimes be an unsettling experience for the novice, and being away from land for extended periods has caused visions of such things as strange sea monsters, this vessel does indeed have a yellow submarine. All a Seafarer has to do to see it is to enter the control room of the Long Lines and watch it on an undersea monitoring screen. The submarine works on the bottom of the ocean floor. It is the eyes of AT&T, the worldwide telecommunications company. It wanders through miles of coral reefs, acres of underwater sea plants and schools of fish large and small until it comes upon a branch of AT&T cable it has been sent to find. Finding the cable, it sends a beep to the control room. Then the cable is pulled up and over the stern. SIU members who work on the vessel as cable personnel will check the cable for corrosion, breakage or barnacle as it is brought onto the ship. If the cable is beyond repair, new cable i spliced to replace it. The cable i hosed off. Then it is channeled (Continued on Page 13.) �(Continued from Page 12.) onto a spool in the spool hold by other SIU members and travels aft and down once more to the bottom of the sea. Though the procedure is fairly routine, there is room for the unexpected. At home Eva Russell has a souvenir, a piece of cable that was replaced when she was last on the Long Lines. It is still a mystery. Scientific testing revealed it to be 100 years old, perhaps the oldest cable ever stretched between the continents to carry telephone communications. As the yellow submarine scans the bottom of the sea, there is also the expectation on every journey that it will come across a wealthy treasure trove. Or uncover a centuries old vessel sunk in a fierce gale. Or uncover new life, a new animal or plant species to be logged into the book of science. Shawn's Launch Service provided transport for the new members of the Long Lines crew. The Long Lines was at anchorage several miles offshore outside the port of Norfolk. Free, Discount Lawyers to Help SIU Joins New AFL-CIO Legal Aid Services Plan Making the job call for AT&T global communications were Ray J. Coypo, COS; Ronnie C. Hall, COS; Gerald L. Hyman, 3rd cook; Randolph A. Liverpool, COS, and Curtis J. Spencer, steward assistant. Cable Ship AB's Learn New Splicing Skills Eight Seafarers recently completed a two-week training seminar on how to repair and splice the complicated communications cable maintained by the two SIU-crewed cable ships. The new AB-Jointer/Splicers will rotate between the two AT&T cable ships, the Long Lines and the Charles Brown. Currently they are putting their new training to work off the coast of New Jersey where the Long Lines is repairing a cable break. These eight Seafarers are the first of a new rating established by the SIU and AT&T for their two cable ships, AB/Jointer-Splicers. The new skills they acquired open up new job opportunities for SIU members. They are (I. to r.) Joseph J. Olson, Lyle R. Swindell, Robert Leake, Timothy McCormick, Michael Eaton, Jay Beavers, Ray Bliksvaer and Jeremiah Harrington. A new, free legal aid program for union members is being developed by the AFL-CIO, and the SIU will participate in this innovative program. Called Union Privilege Legal Services, the program should be under way by the first of the year. A national network of lawyers will be recruited and overseen by the AFLCIO. Certain services will be free; others will be offered at discount rates. The program's goal is to let union members practice "preventive law" o legal question won't turn into legal problems. ''The new legal services program is going to help Seafarers and all union members. It is also a major step for the labor movement in providing benefits and protection that aren't available to non-union workers," said SIU President Frank Drozak. When the program begins it will offer: • FREE Consultation-Members meet with a participating lawyer-at the attorney's office or by phone-on any matter they choose. There is no limit on the number of consultations your member may have, provided each is about a separate matter. However, there is a 30 minute limit on any one consultation. • FREE Document Review-Members can avoid mistakes by understanding what they sign. Important papers-leases, insurance policies, installment sales contracts, to name a few-are carefully reviewed. They are provided an oral explanation of terms and specific questions are answered. Written evaluations are not part of this benefit nor are documents written by the participant or for u e in a business capacity. • FREE Follow-up ServicesSometimes a problem can be olved by having a lawyer write a letter or make a phone call on the member' behalf. If the consulted lawyer think o, a letter will be written or a telephone call made-at no co t. • 30 Percent Discount on Additional Services-When a member is faced with a more complex legal matter, the participating lawyer will charge 70 percent of the normal fee-a full 30 percent discount. In a contingent fee casewhere the lawyer's fee comes out of any recovery or award obtained-or on a business matter, a smaller discount may apply. Also, flat fees may be available for some commonly needed services, such as a simple will or an uncontested divorce. • Written Fee Agreement-The participating lawyer will provide an agreement on fees-this p~o­ tec\s the member and prevents any surprises. • Quality Control-Your member's opinion counts! Each time the Union Privilege Legal Services is used, he or she will be asked to evaluate the lawyer and the provided service. A simple, short form is provided by the lawyer and returned directly to the program administrator. The member chooses whether to identify him or herself or not. • Grievance Procedure-In the unlikely event of a disagreement with the lawyer regarding fees or other matters, the program will try to resolve it through informal mediation or, if necessary, arbitration. Excluded matters Being a union program, matters involving any union, related organization or union official are not included. There may be times when a lawyer will not accept a particular case. When the program begins, a list of the participating attorneys will be published in the LOG and made available through the ports, a well as how to contact them and other details. October 1986 I LOG I 13 �Area Vice Presidents' Report West Coast by V. P. George McCartney S HIPPING has been quite good in Seattle, even though Sea-Land's Newark and Portland were laid up. The Union has been quite active on a grassroots political level. The race for the Senate is in a dead heat. Slade Gorton, the incumbent, has been a friend of maritime, so we're throwing our weight behind him. We're also supporting Mike Lowry, Don Bonker and John Miller. Our members up here came out en masse to help pass out leaflets for Miller's campaign. Meanwhile, in California, the SIU will participate in a widely anticipated media event to help drum up support for Tom Bradley in his bid to become the first black governor. Thousands of trade unionists and Bradley supporters will take part in a race from San Diego to Sacramento. Each person will carry the California state flag for half a mile and pass it on to someone else. Bertha Ronquillo, Dennis Lundy and William Tavella will represent the SIU in this race. Our members in Southern California have had a lot of jobs to pick from, mainly because of the military work. Port officials in Wilmington say that there is a real need for qualified electricians. Still, things could be much better. The port of Los Angeles is flooded with foreign-flag vessels carrying Japanese cars to American consumers. Thanks to the unfair trading practices of the Japanese government, American companies have been effectively shut out of this lucrative market. The SIU has been applying pressure to get the Japanese to open up this market. The Union has the full support of the House Merchant Marine Committee. As usual, however, the administration has been less than helpful. Gulf Coast by V.P. Joe Sacco S HIPPING in the Gulf has improved dramatically over the past few months. Much of this improvement must be attributed to the new military work that we've been able to pick up. Were it not for this military work, things would be pretty bad. The econ14 I LOG I October 1986 omy of the region is in a slump because of declining oil prices. Louisiana has the highest unemployment rate in the nation right now. That is not to say that everything is rosy. The situation with National Marine is still up in the air. The attorneys for the SIU have filed suit with the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals in New Orleans to protect the interests of our members. This brings me to an important subject: grassroots political action. The present administration has launched an all-out attack against the labor movement. We need to get out the vote in November in order to elect a Democratic Senate. At least one race is turning around. John Breaux has been picking up support in his bid to represent Louisiana in the Senate. This is one race I know we can win. There were two more important pieces of good news. Responding to the financial crisis in the domestic oil producing states, the Department of Energy has reversed itself and promised to maintain a 35,000 barrel-a-day fill rate for the Strategic Petroleum Reserve. The SIU has been fighting for this for quite some time. In addition, the Houston Astros confounded everyone and made it to the National League play-offs. If Mike Scott were a politician, he'd have my vote for president. Government Services by V. P. Roy "Buck" Mercer A trial that is being held in London holds important lessons for MSC members. A Jordanian is accused of planting a bomb in the luggage of his unsuspecting, pregnant Irish girlfriend in order to blow up an Israeli El Al airplane. Thanks to stringent security measures employed by El Al in London, the crime was prevented. This underscores the importance of following the MSC's anti-terrorist program. Terrorism is a fact of modem life, and American vessels are prime targets. In August, the SIU was able to beat back an attempt by the Reagan administration to restrict the application of the Service Contract Act. Since 1965, the Service Contract ha protected the wage scale of worker employed by companies under contract to the federal government. Companies bidding for government work cannot undercut each other by slashing wages below prevailing wages. The SCA proved extremely u eful in helping the SIU keep the 12 ocean- ographic ships that were contracted out as a result of the Circular A-76 program. The Reagan administration's decision to contract out federal work makes the SCA more important than ever to this membership. Of course, the SCA does not pertain to jobs perlormed in international waters. But it does affect work done here. And it has made a big difference in the overtime rates for most CIVMAR's. The SIU's legislative activities in Washington, D.C. have had an important effect in protecting the job security of merchant seamen employed in the private and government controlled fleets. Another thing that the SIU does for its members is to provide information so that an individual can protect his or her own job security. One of the easiest and most effective ways of protecting your job security is to remain drug free. The Navy is very serious about getting rid of all people who test positive for drugs. In addition, make sure that you take care of any goverment property entrusted to your care. In January 1983, the Department of Navy issued a hotline program to combat what it perceived to be unacceptable levels of fraud and mismanagement. A toll-free 800 number was implemented. People were encouraged to call the number to report ''questionable behavior"-e.g., fraud and mismanagement. This all means one thing. At any time, an investigator can come onboard your ship in order to determine if there has been any fraud or misuse of government property. In a sense, the hotline program is a lot like testing for drugs. The best way to protect your job security is just not to engage in any behavior that might compromise yourself. •••• • llllllMIUHHil &IHHI !I IU Great Lakes by V.P. Mike Sacco P ORT officials have one eye on the thermometer. From now on, it i going to be a race to ee when winter comes. Of course, shipping comes to a standstill during the winter months. That is why I'm glad to say that Luedtke Engineering won two important dredging jobs, one in Buffalo, N. Y., the other in Racine Wi . We've been busy working on our gras roots campaign. There is a en e that we can pick up some Senate eat , especially ince a lot of Midwest farmers are unhappy with the Reagan administration' record on agriculture. If anything, the Reagan admini tra- tion' s record on maritime is even worse than its record on agriculture. There doesn't seem to be any relief in sight for the hard-pressed maritime industry on the Great Lakes. Retired Rear Admiral Anthony F. Fugaro, a former Coast Guard commander, was recently named executive director of the Cleveland-Cuyahoga County Port Authority. He said he would place a high priority on waterlront development. There is talk of spending $35 miJlion to develop the waterlront in Lorain, Ohio. If it goes through, it might turn Lake Erie into one of the big vacation spots in the Midwest. If approved, the waterlront plan would require extensive dredging. That would be good news to our members up here, so we'll be monitoring the situation very closely. --=.-~-'-' ,/?-. East Coast by V.P. Leon Hall S IU officials and members in the port of New York were saddened to learn of the death of Dr. Joseph Logue, the Union's medical services director. Logue was responsible for opening up this Union's nationwide system of clinics. One of the last surviving admirals from World War I, he had a truly remarkable career. Logue dedicated the last part of his life to providing quality medical care to American seamen. He had a real affection for this membership. Logue always lectured about the importance of preventive medicine. His message is more important than ever, especially in light of changes in the maritime industry. Most of the new jobs available to seamen are on board military vessels. The medical requirements for those jobs are much more stringent than those for private sector work. Elsewhere on the East Coast, the SIU is continuing to fight for the rights ofits members in New Bedford. We've been able to win back wages and reinstatement for some of our members who were adversely affected by the strike again t the Seafood Producers. Fighting the fishing fleet owners in the courts is very tricky, however. In many cases, we have to challenge them on a ship by ship basis. The fishing industry is still plagued by imports from Canada, depressed fish prices and insurance problem . The SIU continues to press for beefed up safety mea ure in order to get the price of insurance down. Shipping on the Ea t Coast has been good, especially in Norfolk, which has garnered a large hare of the new military work. Our inland member in Norfolk have agreed to new three-year agreements with Allied Towing Corp. and Lynnhaven Launch Service. �MSCPAC's Incentive Awards Administrator Searches for Excellence by Bob Borden, PAO, MSCPAC John Tate, MSCPAC's Incentive A wards Administrator, is clearly a man with a mission. The enthusiastic Tate is determined to lift the spirits of those who deserve recognition by their acts, deeds and performance. In the process, he hopes to motivate others to follow the outstanding performance of their peers. For good measure, he also wants employees to start treating each other with due respect and courtesy. Tate is approaching his formidable assignment like an excited cheerleader preparing to rouse the fans at a championship game. His positive spirit was honed by more than 20 years of Air Force service before he retired as a senior non-commissioned officer. "The Air Force has a tendency to send a lot of their people to management schools and I can't even remember the number I went through during my career," says Tate, who specialized in personnel and administrative work with the service. ''Having worked and been trained in these management principles, they're almost second nature to me now.'' Behind Tate's desk are a few of his favorite management books, including "In Search of Excellence," "Iacocca," and "Quality is Free." Tate is convinced the principles of success found in the books can be applied to everyday operations at MSPAC. ''No manager can ignore his people," says the Incentive Awards Administrator, pounding his desk to make a point. "If you make people feel like losers, they'll act that way. We have to change that concept immediately and make everybody think of themselves as winners.'' To get more afloat and ashore people into the winner's spotlight, Tate is making sure MSCP AC managers and supervisors are aware of the numerous performance awards available to their U.S. National Security and the Maritime Industry by Irwin Heine (One year before Ronald Reagan was elected president of the United States, Irwin Heine published a report on the U.S. maritime industry. Heine, who served as Marad's chief for International Affairs from 19531965, wrote about the relationship between national security, economic development and the American-flag merchant marine. What he wrote in 1979 is as true today as it was then.) Shipping sustains the industrial power of the United States. The nation's defense posture is, in turn, dependent upon the American industrial system for the ships, airplanes, tanks, transportation equipment, and all the sophisticated weapons in the country's arsenal. There is an interrelationship between shipping and the American economy/defense structures that cannot be divorced without irreparable harm to the nation. Since World War II, and especially Highest World War II Casualty Rate Members of the U.S. merchant marine serving aboard U.S.-flag cargo ships during the Second World War suffered a greater percentage of warrelated deaths than did the nation's regular armed forces combined. Of the four branches of the armed forces, only the Marines suffered a higher casualty rate. Odds of being killed Serving Deaths Killed(%) Army* Navy Marines Coast Guard 11,260,000 4, 183,466 669,100 241,093 234,874 36,950 19,733 574 2.08 .88 2.94 .24 One One One One Total 16,353,659 292, 131 1.78 One in 56 200,000 5,662 2.83 One in 35 Branch Merchant Marine *Includes Armv Air Force in in in in 48 114 34 417 during the past 20 years, there has been an increase in the merchant fleets of the developing nations and in the size of the state-controlled merchant marines. While nationalism is one of the factors in their acquisition of shipping facilities, another is the conservation of foreign exchange for shipping services, which is sometimes in short supply. Many use their fleets, especially those that are state-controlled, to earn much needed foreign exchange by offering lower freight rates than those posted by conference members. They also tend to institute cargo sharing practices on shipments between their own countries and their trading partners. The struggle for foreign markets is becoming more intense. Competition from foreign shipping operators is rising at an increasing rate, not only from the traditional maritime nations, but from the rapidly growing fleets of the Third World and the state-owned and controlled shipping of the Soviet Bloc. These Third World nation , and Ru sia with its dependent satellites, are expanding the size and effectivene s of their merchant fleets without apparent regard for accountable cost . They see such expan ion a one mean of trying to obtain a larger hare of foreign exchange earning and of the world s economic output. employees, such as sustained superior performance ratings, quality salary increases, special achievement, beneficial suggestions, mariner awards of excellence, marine employee of the year, MSC distinguished career development awards, length of service and retirement awards, as well as certificates for special recognition, appreciation and letters of commendation. Tate is a man who puts his money where his mouth is. His incentive awards budget has increased 200 percent, with some individual awards carrying a cash gift as high as $2500. Tate is convinced the incentive awards program can make a difference. When he worked at Mare Island Naval Shipyard in Vallejo, Calif., the shipyard commander adopted the same ideas and philosophy Tate is now pushing at MSCPAC. Two years after the program was implemented, the Chief of Naval Operations visited the base to make an award for the most improved naval shipyard in the U.S. ''You could see an attitude change and feel the enthusiasm of the employees," says Tate, recalling his five years spent at the shipyard. "People became proud of their work and accomplishments. In some cases, they'd complete jobs 60 days ahead of schedule." In addition to being MSCPAC's incentive booster, Tate wants to instill respect and dignity to the workplace. The ideal place to start, he says, is in the ''pool'' area of MSCP AC headquarters where afloat employees wait for ship assignment . "I've heard some of the mariners complain of the reception they've received," Tate said. "I think we should make them feel at home here." Tate is already talking about plans to enlarge the "pool" area, creating a mall library and moving the snack bar downstairs. "We want to make it as comfortable as possible for them," he says, "because without the mariners, none of us would have jobs." In their best-selling book, "In Search of Excellence,'' Thomas Peters and Robert Waterman wrote of productivity through people and the fact some of the best managed companies in the U.S. put an emphasis on human relations and respect for their employees. Many of the best companies, noted the authors, really view themselves as an extended family. ''That's what we've got to do here,'' ... empha ized Tate, again pounding his desk to make a point. "We've got to create a team spirit and become a family-oriented organization." The search for excellence will continue but John Tate i convinced he 'II find it and tap it for all it's worth at MSCPAC. October 1986 I LOG I 15 �Deep Sea George Patrick Barnes, 59, joined the SIU in the port of Philadelphia in 1957 sailing as an AB. Brother Barnes is a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps during World War II. He was born in Philadelphia and is a resident there. John Dawson Bennett, 57, joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1960 sailing as a cook. Brother Bennett last sailed out of the port of Wilmington, Calif. He is a veteran of the U.S. Army in the Korean War. Seafarer Bennett was born in Escabana, Mich. and is a resident of Long Beach, Calif. George Bennett Forrest, 65, joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1953 sailing as an AB. Brother Forrest last shipped out of the port of New Orleans. He is a veteran of the U.S. Navy in World War II. Seafarer Forrest was born in Beltsville, Md. and is a resident of Slidell, La. Salvatore Candela, 62, joined the SIU in 1942 in the port of New Orleans sailing as an AB. Brother Candela is a veteran of the U.S. Army in the Korean War. He was born in New Orleans and is a resident there. Benjamin Edward Fowler, 66, joined the SIU in the port of Jacksonville in 1970. He sailed as an AB, last out of the port of Mobile. Brother Fowler was a former member of the IBEW Union. He was born in Forsyth Cty., Ga. and is a resident of Grand Bay, Ala. Douglas Avery Clark, ~2, joined the SIU in the port of Norfolk in 1951 sailing as an AB. Brother Clark also worked as a shipfitter. He is a veteran of the U.S. Navy during World War II. Seafarer Clark was born in Weldon, N .C. and is a resident of Portsmouth, Va. George Frazza, 66,joined the SIU in the port of San Francisco in 1968 sailing last as a chief cook. Brother Frazza is a veteran of the U.S. Army in World War II. He was born in New Bedford, Mass. and is a resident of San Francisco. James Edward Collins, 61, joined the SIU in 1947 in the port of New Orleans sailing as an AB. Brother Collins last shipped out of the port of Mobile aboard the Sea-Land Venture. He hit the bricks in the 1946 General Maritime beef. Seafarer Collins was born in Georgia and is a resident of New Orleans. Guy De Baere, 62, joined the SIU in the port of San Francisco in 1962 sailing last as a recertified chief steward. Brother De Baere was a former member of the SUP from 1942 to 1962. He last shipped out of the port of New York. He sailed aboard a Liberty ship in World War II and attended junior college in France. A native of Nantes, France, he is a naturalized U.S. citizen and a resident of New York City. Harold Joseph DeLatte, 65, joined the SIU in the port of Houston in 1964 sailing as a chief pumpman. Brother DeLatte also worked as a hospital stationary engineer. He is a veteran of the U.S. Army in World War II. Seafarer DeLatte was born in Lockport, La. and is a resident of Lufkin, Texas. David Douglas, 62, joined the SIU in the port of Houston sailing as a chief electrician. Brother Douglas is a resident of Pharr, Texas. ..., Norman William Dubois, 62,joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1953 sailing last as a recertified bosun. Brother Dubois graduated from the Union's Recertified Bosuns Program in 1980. He also sailed during the Vietnam War. Dubois was a New Orleans patrolman and a delegate to the Union's 13th Biennial Convention in 1967. He was also a former member of the Bartenders Union. Dubois is a veteran of the U.S. Navy in World War II. A native of New Bedford, Mass., he is a resident of Tamarac, Fla. Oren Hamilton Dowd Sr., 65, joined the SIU in the port of New Orleans in 1972. He sailed as an AB for GATCO in 1972 and for Mobile Towing from 1972 to 1977. Brother Dowd sailed deep sea from 1960 to 1977, last sailing out of the port of Mobile. Seafarer Dowd is a veteran of the U.S. Navy in World War II. Born in Wetumpha, Ala., he is a resident of Chickasaw, Ala. 16 I LOG I October 1986 Alexander Gega, 64, joined the SIU in the port of Wilmington in 1971. He sailed as a FOWT, riding last the SS Inger (Sealift Bulkers). Brother Gega began sailing in 1961. He was a former member of the Marine Firemen, Oilers and Wipers Union. Seafarer Gega is a veteran of the U.S. Army in World War II. A native of Honolulu, Hawaii, he is a resident of Wilmington. William "Bill" Thomas Higgs Sr., 59, joined the SIU in the port of Baltimore in 1963 sailing last as a recertified chief steward. Brother Higgs graduated from the Union's Recertified Chief Stewards Program in 1982. He worked as a copper miner from 1947 to 1950 in Great Falls, Mont. Seafarer Higgs is a veteran of both the U.S. Navy, riding the USS Austin in World War II, and the U.S. Army after that war. Born in Lyons, Ga., he is a resident there. Eric Joseph, 62, joined the SIU in 1947 in the port of Baltimore. He sailed as a cook for the Seatrain Shoregang, Edgewater, N .J., from 1971 to 1973; Sea-Land Shoregang, Port Elizabeth, N.J. in 1974, and the Puerto Rico Marine Shoregang, Port Elizabeth, N.J. from 1975 to 1978. Brother Joseph also sailed during the Vietnam War, having his ship hit by Vietcong shellfire on the Saigon River. He hit the bricks in the 1961 Greater N. Y. Harbor beef. Seafarer Joseph, in 1956, had the U.S. Congress and America's President "Ike" Eisenhower sign into law a bill admitting Joseph into the United States as a permanent resident. A native of Calcutta, India, he was ·a British subject until he became a naturalized U.S. citizen. A world traveler in his off time, he once rode the Trans-Siberian Railroad from Moscow. He now resides in New York City. David E. Kidd, 60,joined the SIU in the port of Houston sailing as an AB. Brother Kidd is a resident of Houston. Edward Levy, 59, joined the SIU in 1945 in the port of New Orleans. He sailed in the steward department last on the C.S. Long Lines (AT&T) out of the port of Baltimore. He walked the picket line in the 1946 General Maritime beef. Seafarer Levy was born in Pennsylvania and is a resident of Baltimore. Walter W. Lungren, 66, joined the SIU-merged Marine Cooks and Steward Union in the port of Wilmington. Brother Lungren is a resident of Long Beach, Calif. Theodore "Ted" Macris, 65,joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1964. He sailed last as a chief steward aboard the Sea-Land Producer. Brother Macris also sailed inland for the N. Y. Traprock Co., W. Nyack, N.Y. on the Hudson River in 1951. He is a wounded veteran of the U.S. Army in World War II. Seafarer Macris was born in Brooklyn, N.Y. and is a resident of New York City. Jose Almeida Madurei, 70, joined the SIU in 1944 in the port of Baltimore sailing as an AB. Brother Madurei last shipped out of the port of Houston. He is a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps before World War II. Seafarer Madurei was born in Brazil, is a naturalized U.S. citizen and a resident of Dallas, Texas. Benjamin Mignano, 58,joined the SIU in 1944 in the port of Philadelphia sailing last as a recertified bosun. Brother Mignano graduated from the Union's Recertified Bosuns Program in 1976. He also sailed as a 3rd mate. Seafarer Mignano was also on the Vietnam War run and was on the 1946 General Maritime beef picket line. Mignano worked, too, as a lifeguard. He's a veteran of the U.S. Army in the Korean War. Born in Brooklyn, N. Y., he is a resident of Harbor City, Calif. Peter John Mistretta, 65, joined the SIU in the port of Baltimore in 1954. He sailed as an AB last on the Sea-Land Pioneer. Brother Mistretta began sailing in 1946 and hit the bricks in the General Maritime beef that year, the 1947 Isth- �Viekko Pollanen, 65, joined the SIU in the port of New Orleans in 1951 sailing last as a recertified bosun. Brother Pollanen graduated from the Union's Recertified Bosuns Program in 1973. He had one year of college in Finland. Seafarer Pollanen was born in Finland, is a naturalized U.S. citizen and a resident of Metairie, La. mian strike and the 1975 N.Y. Longshoremen' s beef. He also attended the 1970 Piney Point Crew Conference No. 4. "Amiable Seafarer" Mistretta is a veteran of the U.S. Army Air Corps in World War II. Mistrett~ likes Spain, builds plastic models of ships and airplanes and is a deer hunter on the Eastern Shore of Maryland. Anative of Baltimore, he is a resident there. Antonio Romero, 58, joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1971 sailing as an AB last out of the port of Santurce, P.R. Brother Romero was born in the United States and is a resident of Coral Gables, Fla. Jack Alli Nasroen, 63, joined the SIU in 1948 in the port of San Francisco. He sailed as a chief cook last for the Sea-Land Shoregang, Oakland, Calif. from 1980 to 1986. Brother Nasroen was born in Java, Indonesia and is a resident of Marysville, Calif. Rudolph Reginald Paschal, 62, joined the SIU in 1947 in the port of New Orleans sailing as a bosun. Brother Paschal last shipped out of the port of Jacksonville. He also sailed during the Vietnam War. Seafarer Paschal hit the bricks in the 1946 General Maritime beef. And he is a veteran of the U.S. Navy in World War II. Paschal was born in Alabama and is a resident of Jacksonville. Frank Pasquali, 61, joined the SIU in 1947 in the port of Boston, Mass. He sailed as an AB last out of the port of San Francisco. Brother Pasquali walked the picket line in the 1946 GeneralMaritime beef. He attended the 1978 Union's annual Alameda, Calif. Central Labor Council Man of the Year award dinner. Seafarer Pasquali also worked as an aviation metalsmith and is a veteran of the U.S. Navy in World War II. Born in Woonsocket, R.I., he is a resident of San Francisco. Michael Piteris, 65, joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1970 sailing last as a QMED. Brother Piteris is a veteran of the Greek Navy. He was born in Turkey and is a naturalized U.S. citizen. Seafarer Piteris is a resident of Attika, Greece. Marshall Donald Bryant, 64, joined the Union in the port of Duluth, Minn. in 1961. He sailed as an oiler for Great Lakes Towing from 1948 to 1986. Brother Bryant also worked as a stationary engineer for the Interlake Iron Corp. from 1946 to 1948. He was a former member of the Machinist Union. Laker Bryant is a veteran of the U.S. Navy during World War II sailing aboard the USS Harry Lee as a MM lie. Born in Duluth, he is a resident there. Robert Rivera, 62, joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1955 sailing as a cook last out of the port of Wilmington. Brother Rivera was on the picket lines in both the 1946 General Maritime and 1947 Isthmian beefs. He is a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps in World War II. Seafarer Rivera was born in Los Angeles, Calif. and is a resident of Newhall, Calif. William Morris, Jr., 62, joined the SIU in 1943 in the port of Baltimore sailing as an AB. Brother Morris last shipped out of the port of Houston. He walked the picket lines in both the 1946 General Maritime and the 1947 Isthmian beefs. Seafarer Morris was born in Bristol, Tenn. and is a resident of Crosby, Texas. Edmund Pacheco, 56, joined the SIU in 1949 in the port of New York last sailing as a QMED out of the port of San Francisco. Brother Pacheco was on the picket lines in the 1946 General Maritime, 1947 Isthmian and the 1948 Wall St. beefs. He is a veteran of the U.S. Army during the Korean War. Seafarer Pacheco was born in New York City and is a resident of Clear Lake, Calif. Great Lakes I Martin Figueroa Sierra, 62, joined the SIU in 1941 in the port of New York sailing last as a chief cook out of the port of Wilmington. Brother Sierra is a veteran of the U.S. Navy in World War II. He was born in Pennsylvania and is a resident of Malilipot Albay, P .I. Charles Willard Thorpe, 59, joined the SIU in the port of New Orleans sailing last as a chief cook out of the port of eattle, Wash. Brother Thorpe also worked as a small arms mechanic. He is a veteran of the U.S. Army in World War II. Seafarer Thorpe was born in Minnesota and is a resident of Seattle. Melvin Rex Ward, 62, joined the SIU in the port of Baltimore in 1952. He last sailed as a bosun out of the port of Seattle in the SeaLand Shoregang from 1978 to 1986. Brother Ward was a former member of the SUP and attended the 1975 Piney Point Crew Conference. He was born in Kentucky and is a resident of Seattle. David Roy Yotter, 62, joined the SIU in the port of Seattle in 1956 sailing as an AB. Brother Yotter is a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps in World War II. He was born in Leon, Kans. and is a resident of Darrington, Wash. Richard Rolland Hartford, 62, joined the Union in the port of Toledo, Ohio in 1960. He sailed as a lead deckhand on the tug Pennsylvania (Great Lakes Towing) from 1959 to 1986. Brother Hartford also worked for the American Shipbuilding Co. from 1955 to 1959. He was a former member of the Iron Workers Union, Local 85. Laker Hartford is a veteran of the U.S. Army during World War II. Born in Toledo, he is a resident of Oregon, Ohio. Herbert Vaughn Kerley, 56, joined the Union in the port of Detroit, Mich. in 1960. He sailed as an oiler and last as a QMED for the Boland and Cornelius Steamship Co. in 1965. Brother Kerley began sailing in 1955, last out of the port of Algonac , Mich. He is a veteran of the U.S. Army in the Korean War. Laker Kerley was born in Crossville, Tenn. and is a resident there. Stanley Francis Thompson, 62, joined the Union in the port of Detroit, Mich. in 1960. He sailed as a deckhand and dredgeman for the Great Lakes Dredge and Dock Co. from 1945 to 1946, Marine Towing in 1962 and for the Great Lakes Towing Co. Brother Thompson began sailing in 1948. He was an SIU organizer from 1963 to 1964. And he was a former member of the Bartenders and Teamsters Unions from 1949 to 1956. Laker Thompson is a veteran of the U.S. Navy in World War II. A native of Quincy , Mass., he is a resident of Ormond Beach, Fla. Atlantic Fishermen Cecilio J. Cecilio, 63, joined the SIU-merged Gloucester Fishermen's Union in the port of Gloucester, Mass. sailing as a captain. Brother Cecilio is a resident of Gloucester. Personals George Amos Mates Looking for our father, George Amos Mates, nickname "Mike," from Jackson, Mich. Last seen: June 1948. Birthdate: May 26, 1914. Height: 6'1", brown hair, hazel eyes. Tattoos of names of daughters on forearms: "Carole" on one arm, "Marlene" and "Judy" on the other. Social Security number: 386- 07-6282. If anyone knows anything about George Mates, please contact Carole Potter, 208 Steward Ave., Apt. B, Jackson, Mich. 49201, or call (517) 788-7855. Jack Rhodes Please contact Marion concerning your daughter Lisa at (716) 8248454. October 1986 I LOG I 17 - �Pensioner Billy James Anderson, 62, died of a heart attack at home in Greenville, Texas on July 31. Brother Anderson joined the SIU in 1945 in the port of Galveston, Texas. He sailed as a chief pumpman and hit the bricks in the 1946 General Maritime and the 1947 Isthmian beefs. Seafarer Anderson was a veteran of the U.S. Navy during World War II. Burial was in the Lone Star Cemetery, Point, Texas. Surviving are his parents, J. P. and Emma Anderson of Point and a brother, Bruce of Lone Oak, Texas. Samuel M. Benigno, 34, died on July 10. Brother Benigno joined the SIU following his graduation from the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship Entry Trainee Program, Piney Point, Md. in 1969. He sailed as an AB. Born in Mississippi, he is survived by his mother, Marguerite of Magnolia, Miss. Pensioner William Bino, 73 \ died of heart disease at home in Phoenix, Ariz. on May 25. Brother Bino joined the SIU-merged Marine Cooks and Stewards Union in the port of San Francisco. He last sailed as a chief steward in 1969 aboard the SS India Mail. Seafarer Bino sailed as a bellboy in 1932on the U.S. Army Troop Transport U.S. Grant. Bino first sailed on the West Coast in 1937. During World War II, he experienced submarine attacks, ship groundings and ship collisions. Steward Bino was born in Bridgeport, Conn. Cremation took place in the Greenwood Crematory, Phoenix with burial later in Bridgeport. Surviving are a brother, Charles of Clearwater, Fla. and a sister, Mary Cossa of Arlington, Va. Pensioner Robert Joseph Bird, 68, died on Sept. 20. Brother Bird joined the SIU in the port of Houston in 1961 sailing as a FOWT. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army in World War II. Seafarer Bird was born in Kentucky and was a resident of Houston. Surviving is his widow, Jean. - Pensioner Percy Joseph Boyer, 80, passed away in the Ochsner Hospital, New Orleans on Sept. 12. Brother Boyer joined the SIU in 1938 in the port of New Orleans sailing as a bosun. He walked the picket line in the 1946 General Maritime beef. Seafarer Boyer was born in Ellendale, La. and was a resident of Metairie, La. Surviving is a daughter, Margaret of Metairie. 18 I LOG I October 1986 Pensioner Paul Louis Brien, 81, · passed away from a heart attack in Crockett, Texas on Sept. 7. Brother Brienjoined the SIU in the port of New York in 1950 sailing as an oiler. He also sailed during World War II. Brien attended the UnionMEBA, District 2 School of Engineering, Brooklyn, N.Y. in 1967. Seafarer Brien was on the picket lines in both the 1946 General Maritime and the 1947 Isthmian beefs. Born in New Bedford, Mass., he was a resident of Crockett. Interment was in the Wesley Chapel Cemetery, Houston Cty., Texas. Surviving are two brothers, Henri of New Bedford and Al of Dunedin, Fla. and a sister, Blanche of Los Angeles, Calif. Pensioner Milton · Jack Brown, 63, died at home in Hot Springs, Ark. on Aug. 25. Brother Brown joined the SIU in San Francisco in 1951 sailing as an AB and deck delegate. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy in World War II serving in the Pacific Theater. Seafarer Brown was born in Hot Springs. Burial was in the Mt. Valley Cemetery, Hot Springs. Surviving are two brothers, Gene of Hot Springs and Leo of Citrus Heights, Calif. Pensioner William Duncan Campbell, 83, succumbed to a heart attack in Gig Harbor, Wash. on Aug. 22. Brother Campbell joined the SIU in the port of Seattle in 1960 sailing as a FOWT. He also worked as a CME on the Sea-Land Shoregang, Seattle. Seafarer Campbell hit the bricks in the 1961 Greater N. Y. Harbor beef. He was a former member of the Building Trades Union, Local 252 of Tacoma, Wash. and was a veteran of the U.S. Navy in World War II. A native of Bisbee, Ariz., he was a resident of Tacoma. Interment was in the Mt. View Cemetery, Tacoma. Surviving are his son, Henry of Olympia, Wash. and a brother, Frank of Tacoma. Pensioner Richard Joseph Delaney, 82, passed away on July 31. Brother Delaney joined the SIU in 1946 in the port of New York. He sailed as a cook last on the C.S. Long Lines (AT&T). He walked the picket lines in the 1946 General Maritime, 1947 Isthmian, 1948 Wall St. and the 1965 District Council 37 beefs. Seafarer Delaney was a veteran of the U.S. Army in World War II. Born in New York, he was a resident of Honolulu, Hawaii. Surviving is an aunt, Elaine Martin of New York City. Pensioner Stephen Thomas Dent, 74, passed away on Sept. 2. Brother Dent joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1956 sailing as a chief cook. He began sailing in 1951. Seafarer Dent was born in Mississippi and was a resident of Mandeville, La. Surviving are an uncle, Dave Roberts of Culver City, Calif. and a cousin, Linda McQueen of Kerner, La. Pensioner f An- )* .~~~~7i::~~~:~~i~ struction in the Pontchartrain Guest House, Mandeville, La. on Aug. 30. Brother Ducote joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1951 sailing as an AB. He helped to organize the Robin Line in 1957. Seafarer Ducote was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force in World War II. Born in Marksville, La. he was a resident of Metairie, La. Burial was in St. Vincent de Paul Cemetery, New Orleans. Surviving is a sister, Edna Ragusa of New Orleans. Pensioner Alejandro Eusebio Sr., 85, passed away on Sept. 4. Brother Eusebio joined the SIU in 1948 in the port of Galveston, Texas sailing as a cook. He was on the picket line in the 1946 General Maritime beef. Seafarer Eusebio was born in the Philippine Islands and was a resident of New Orlenas. Surviving are his son, Alejandro Jr. of Harvey, La.; a brother, Krisanto of Cavite, P.l.; a nephew, Renedo of Harvey, and a goddaughter, Mary Teresa Fischer of New Orleans. Pensioner William W. Evans, 74, passed away on Aug. 14. Brother Evans joined the SIU-merged Marine Cooks and Stewards Union in the port of San Francisco in 1952 sailing as an assistant storekeeper. He first sailed on the West Coast in 1945. Seafarer Evans was born in Louisiana and was a resident of Los Angeles, Calif. Interment was in the Lincoln Park Cemetery, Los Angeles. Surviving are his widow, Lillie and a nephew, Herb Scott of Los Angeles. Pensioner Candinial J. Ferandezees Sr., 61, died on Aug. 2. Brother Fernandezees joined the SIU-merged Marine Cooks and Stewards Union in the port of San Francisco in 1955 sailing as a cook. He was born in Chicago, Ill. and was a resident of San Jose, Calif. Surviving is his widow, Beatrice. Pensioner Frank Fisher, Jr., 75, passed away from lung failure in the Angleton - Danbury (Texas) Hospital on Sept. 8. Brother Fisher joined the SIU in 1947 in the port of Galveston sailing as an AB. He walked the picket lines in the 1946 General Maritime and the 1947 Isthmian beefs. Seafarer Fisher was born in Seattle, Wash. and was a resident of Santa Fe, Texas. Burial was in the Grace Park Cemetery, Hitchcock, Texas. Surviving is his widow, Elvira. Pensioner Harry Frank Goodwin Jr., 78, succumbed to arteriosclerosis in the Maine Medical Center, Portland on Sept. 13. Brother Goodwin joined the SIU in 1947 in the port of Mobile, Ala. sailing as an AB. He was a veteran of the U.S. Coast Guard before World War II. Seafarer Goodwin was born in Dexter, Maine and was a resident of Waterville, Maine. Interment was in the Pine Grove Cemetery, Waterville. Surviving are his widow, Abertine and a brother, Leon of Waterville. Pensioner Louis "Lou" Detlef Guellnitz, 90, passed away on Sept. IO. Brother Guellnitz joined the SIU in 1942 in the port of New York sailing last as a chief steward. He began sailing in 1927 and hit the bricks in the 1946 General Maritime beef. Seafarer Guellnitz was a veteran of the U.S. Navy in World War I. Born in New York City, he was a resident of Paterson, N .J. Surviving is his widow, Clara. Pensioner Wilmer "Willie" Edward Harper, 79, passed away from lung failure in Doctors Hospital, Mobile on July 2. Brother Harper joined the SIU in 1947 in the port of New Orleans. He sailed as a chief steward and wa on the picket lines in the 1946 General Martime and the 1947 Isthmian beefs. Seafarer Harper was born in Mississippi and was a resident of Lucedale, Mi s. Burial was in the New Hope Cemetery. Agricola, Miss. Surviving is his widow, Gladys. Pen ioner James Edward Hill Jr., 76, passed away from heart failure in the N. Charles Hospital, Baltimore on Sept. 15. Brother Hill joined the SIU in the port of Baltimore sailing as a cook. He was born in Baltimore and was a resident there. Interment was in Daisy Cemetery, Howard, Md. Surving is his widow, Helen. �! L r l Robert Howard Hirsch Jr., 59, died on Sept. 9. Brother Hirsch joined the SIU in the port of Seattle in 1967 sailing as a wiper for the Delta Line. He was a veteran of the U.S. Anny in World War II. Seafarer Hirsch was born in Denver, Colo. and was a resident of La Habra, Calif. Surviving are his son, Robert Hirsch III of La Habra and his mother, Margaret Arambarri of Anaheim, Calif. Chester William ·~ :o:~:~:n~~~ui~~:~ say City, P.I. on Sept. 12. Brother Hoff joined the SIU in the port of Yokohama, Japan in 1973 sailing as a QMED. He also sailed as a 3rd assistant engineer. Seafarer Hoff was born in Chicago, Ill. and was a resident of the Philippines. Surviving are his widow, Piedad and a brother-in-law, · Tomas Vasquez. Pensioner Karl Anagnar Ingebrigtsen, 70, passed away on Aug. 26. Brother Ingebrigtsen joined the SIU in 1942 in the port of Baltimore sailing as an AB. He 4 was born in Norway and was a naturalized U.S. citizen. Seafarer Ingebrigtsen was a resident of Baltimore. Surviving is a sister, Hilde Johansen of Storsteinnes, Norway. Pensioner Hans Jacob Jacobson, 77, passed away on Sept. 10. Brother Jacobson joined the SIU in the port of Jackson ville, Fla. in 1960 sailing last as a quartermaster. He hit the bricks in the 1966 Miami-Tampa beef. Seafarer Jacobson was a veteran of the Norwegian Navy during World War II. Born in Drammen, Norway, he was a resident of Edgewater, Fla. Surviving is his widow, Nora. Pensioner Albert Frank Knauff, 67, died on Sept. 14. Brother Knauff joined the SIU in 1948 in the port of Baltimore sailing as a cook. He walked the picket lines in the 1946 General Maritime and the 1947 Isthmian beefs. Seafarer Knauff was born in Maryland and was a resident of Pasadena, Calif. Surviving are his mother, Helen of Galveston; a brother, Seafarer Jean Edward Knauff of Baltimore, and two sisters, Louise Milchling of Ocean view, Del. and Gertrude Johnson of Baltimore. Pensioner Frank Lamuriglia, 62, died on Aug. 17. Brother Lamurigliajoined the SIU-merged Marine Cooks and Stewards Union in the port of San Francisco in 1974. He sailed as a waiter for the Delta Line from 1978 to 1979 and for the APL in 1980. He was born in Padova, Italy and was a naturalized U.S. citizen. Seafarer Lamuriglia was a resident of San Francisco. Surviving is his widow, Rosalina of Mercedita, P.R. J.C. Mahaffey, 59, succumbed to cancer on Aug. 31. Brother Mahaffey joined the SIU in the port of San Francisco in 1971 sailing as a cook. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army paratroops both in World War II and the Korean War. Seafarer Mahaffey was born in Chesnee, S.C. and was a resident of Ellenboro, N.C. Surviving are a son, Michael of Bessemer City, N.C. and two sisters, Maxine Larson of Ellenboro and Lona of Stone Mt., Ga. Pensioner Peter Paul Matwa, 67, died on Aug. 29. Brother Matuza joined the SIU in 1943 in the port of Baltimore sailing as an AB. Brother Matuza walked the picket line in the 1946 General Maritime beef. He was born in New Jersey and was a resident of Elizabeth, N .J. Surviving are his widow, Hwa Chung and his parents, Joseph and Mary Matuza of Elizabeth. Pensioner Francesco Joseph Natale, 63, succumbed to heart-lung failure on Aug. 19. Brother Natale joined the SIU in 1943 in the port of Boston, Mass. sailing as a bosun. He hit the bricks in the 1961 N. Y. Harbor beef. Seafarer Natale was born in Boston and was a resident of Stoneham, Mass. His remains were given to the Tufts University Medical School, Boston for the advancement of medical science. Surviving are his son, John of Fairfield, Conn.; a daughter, Giatas of Forestdale, R.I.; his parents, Salvatore and Carmella of Boston; a brother, Salvatore Jr. of Framingham, Mass., and a sister, Etta of Stoneham. Pensioner Odd Emil Olsen, 79, passed away on Sept. 13. Brother Olsen joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1952 sailing as a bosun. He also sailed during the Vietnam War. Seafarer Olsen walked the picket lines in the 1961 N. Y. Harbor and the 1962 Robin Line beefs. Born in Bergen, Norway, he was a resident of Brooklyn, N. Y. Surviving is his sister, Edel Hanstuedt of Miami Beach Fla. Pensioner Curtis Paul Primeaux Sr., 57, died on Dec. 21, 1985. Brother Primeaux joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1953 sailing as an AB. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army in World War II. Seafarer Primeaux was born in Leroy, La. and was a resident of Kaplan, La. Surviving are his widow, Rose; a son Curtis Jr. of Kaplan; his parents, Aurlien and Amy of Mobile, and an aunt, Winnie Landry. Juan Ramos, 55, died on Sept. 24. Brother Ramos joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1967. He also sailed inland as a chief cook for Caribe Towing (Crowley Marine) in 1977. He was born in Griogrande, P.R. and was a resident of Jersey City, N .J. Surviving are his widow, Mildred and his mother, Josefa Escobar of New york City. Correction Due to the mixup in names and photos, we now print the correct photo and information. Please excuse the mishap. Pensioner Chin Shing You, 74, ., passed away on Aug. 5. Brother You joined the SIU in the port of New York in 1957. Sailing last as a chief steward. He hit the bricks in the 1961 Greater N. Y. Harbor and the 1965 District Council 37 beefs. Seafrarer You also worked in the Lotus Garden Restaurant and at the Hotel Oceanic Restaurant in New York. A native of Shanghai, China, he was a naturalized U.S. citizen and a resident of New York City. Surviving are his widow, Yan Hau and a brother, Thomas of New York City. Pensioner Michael "Mike" Thomas Doherty, 63, died of heart failure in the Garden City (Mich.) Osteopathic Hospital on Aug. 22. Brother Doherty joined the Union in 1949 in the port of Detroit, Mich. He sailed as a recertified bosun and ship's delegate for the Kinsman Line from 1967 to 1985, McKee Sons and the Erie Sand Co. in 1977. He graduated from the Union's Recertified Bosuns Program in 1976. Laker Doherty was a former member of the SUP, sailing in World War II, and of the United Auto Workers Union. A native of Detroit, he was a resident of Westland, Mich. Burial was in the Michigan Cemetery, Flatrock, Mich. Surviving are his widow, Madaleen; his mother, Vera of Garden City, and another kin, Robert Doherty of Romulus, Mich. Pensioner Harold Earl Jones, 82, died of a tumor at home in New Port Richey, Fla. on Aug. 24. Brother Jonesjoined the Union in the port of Buffalo, N.Y. in 1961. He sailed as an AB and dredgeman for the Great Lakes Dredge and Dock Co. from 1956 to 1967. He was born in Pennsylvania. Cremation took place in the West Pasco Crematory, Hudson, Fla. Surviving are his widow, Sarah and a son, Lance. Great Lakes Joseph Richard Kane Sr., 55, died on Aug. 18. Brother Kane joined the Union in the port of Ashtabula, Ohio in 1961. He sailed as a deckhand aboard the tug Idaho (Great Lakes Towing) from 1956 to 1986. He was Ashtabula port agent from 1974 to 1975. Laker Kane was a former member of the International Brotherhood of Boilermakers, Iron Shipbuilders, Blacksmiths, Forgers and Helpers Union, working as an arc welder at a New York City reclamation plant. And he was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps during the Korean Conflict. Born in Ashtabula, he was a resident there. Surviving are his widow, Joanne; a son, Joseph Jr.; four daughters, Loretta, Mary, Rita and Joan, and a brother, Robert of Ashtubla. Pensioner John L. Berger Jr., 71, passed away from lung failure in the Paul Oliver Hospital, Frankfort, Mich. on Aug. 19. Brother Berger joined the Union in the port of Elberta, Mich. in 1953. He sailed as an AB-watchman for the Ann Arbor (Mich.) Car Ferries from 1970 to 1974. He was born in Sturgeon Bay, Wis. and was a resident of Frankfort. Burial was in the Gilmore Twsp. (Mich.) Cemetery. Surviving are his widow, Vernice and a son, John Jr. of Frankfort. Pensioner Leon Kornacki, 63, succumbed to cancer in the Bertrand Chaffee Hospital, Springville, N.Y. on Sept. 4. Brother Kornacki joined the Union in 1946 in the port of Buffalo, N. Y. He sailed as a pipeline deckhand for Merritt, Chapman and Scott in 1962, Great Lakes Dredge and Dock Co. from 1962 to 1970 and for the Great Lakes Towing Co. from 1970 to 1984. In 1970, he was the Buffalo tug agent. Laker Komacki was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force during World War II. He was born in Wilkes-Barre, Pa. and was a resident of West Valley, N. Y. Interment was in the Mt. Hope Cemetery, West Valley. Surviving are his widow, Iva and a daughter, Florence. October 1986 I LOG I 19 �Union Seeks Some Changes Coast Guard Drug Proposal!-SIU Responds Earlier this summer the Coast Guard proposed new tough drug and alcohol regulations for all licensed and unlicensed U.S. seamen. The Coast Guard's proposal would prohibit the consumption of any alcoholic beverage four hours prior to duty, mandatory blood alcohol tests (similar to the ones police give suspected drunken drivers) in some cases and onboard drug testing in other instances. While the new rules could jerk a seaman's documents or an officer's license if found guilty of operating a ship under the influence, it also stresses rehabilitation. After completion of a rehab program, the seaman or officer could reacquire the documents or license. The SIU has endorsed many aspects of the Coast Guard's proposal, but the Union has raised questions about certain aspects of the new rules. Following are excepts from a letter written by SIU President Frank Drozak to the Coast Guard. After all comments from interested parties are received, the Coast Guard will issue its final regulations: - - The SIU's position on substance abuse onboard U.S.-ftag vessels is clear. The SIU has not and will not condone either the use of unauthorized drugs or the uncontrollable use of alcohol on U .S.-ftag vessels. The SIU has taken progressive and positive steps toward dealing with the incidence of alcohol and drug abuse which may exist among its membership. Training programs at the Seafarers Lundeberg School of Seamanship are intended to educate the merchant mariner to the dangers and repercussions of drug use and alcohol abuse. Furthermore, the SIU has included in its collective bargaining agreement with many contracting companies a provision for pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. The SIU has also included procedures for testing actively employed individuals when reasonable grounds exist to suspect that an employee's job performance may be adversely impaired by drug or alcohol use. The SIU has established its own Alcohol and Drug Rehabilitation Center in Valley Lee, Md. The SIU endorses-with minor exception-the compassionate nature of the Coast Guard's proposed program for drug and alcohol rehabilitation. Nevertheless, the SIU has serious reservations and concerns with several areas of the proposed regulation, which in our view are too severe and, therefore, require deletion, change or clarification. As drafted, the regulation proposes to adopt chemical testing to determine drug and alcohol consumption onboard vessels if behavioral indicators point to the use of intoxicants. The SIU opposes the use of chemical testing under these circumstances for determining the degree of intoxication since at this stage of development, such test results are scientifically questionable and oftentime proven inaccurate. According to an article, "What You Should Know About Drug Screen20 I LOG I October 1986 ing," published in the October 1985 issue of LABOR NOTES, there is a general consensus among the scientific and medical communities that the ''EMIT'' test is unreliable and inaccurate. Positive results gained from the "EMIT" test do not establish when or even whether a drug was actually used. False positives can be caused by a number of factors, including lawful over-the-counter drugs such as Contac, Sudafed, aspirin and some foods and beverages, such as poppy seeds and herbal teas; as well as negligent handling and record keeping, and dark colored skin. Error rates as high as 69 percent in a controlled environment-laboratories-performing "EMIT" tests have been reported in a study prepared by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) in April of 1985. The odds of false positive readings due to erroneous readings, in this instance, cannot justify the curtailment of a man's right to earn a living. For the same reason, the SIU would be opposed to placing breath analysis equipment onboard U.S.-ftag vessels. It is our opinion that behavioral standards are better suited to the marine environment to determine if a seaman is intoxicated. Furthermore, in the area of testing, the SIU also objects to the proposed section 95.017(b). The creation of a presumption of intoxication due to a refusal to submit to a toxicological test appears to be beyond the Coast Guard's statutory authority. Since the master can direct the testing, it leaves open the possibility of abuse, and refusal to take a test should not lead to this presumption. We feel the Coast Guard's purpose would be better served by allowing such a refusal to submit to testing to be introduced as evidence of intoxication. The law enforcement officer's or investigating officer's testimony as to the individual's state coupled with the refusal to submit to a test would probably result in a finding of intoxication, if there is no other contradictory evidence. The SIU also questions the stated justification for establishing two blood alcohol levels for merchant mariners, depending upon whether or not the ves el on which they are employed is subject to the manning requirements of 46 USC Part F. In our view, blood alcohol limits should be consistent throughout all sectors of maritime employment. The SIU takes strong exception to the application of Section 95.020 to crewmembers aboard U .S.-ftag vessels. In effect, the rule prohibits the consumption of any alcohol within four hours of scheduled duties. Given the nature of the industry, the SIU contends that this proposed rule is not only unrealistic but also unenforceable. Considering the impact of advanced technology on minimal turnaround port time--0ften several hours or less-it is impractical and unrealistic to prohibit the consumption of a responsible amount of alcohol by a seaman when ashore when he has been prohibited by current company policies to consume alcoholic beverages during the voyage. Certainly, the SIU concurs with the Coast Guard that individuals on watch must be sober. In our view, however, the Coast Guard should leave this matter to the authority and discretion of each ship's master who measures the pulse of his own crew and can determine whether or not a seaman is fit for scheduled duty. The SIU further notes with grave concern the proposal by the Coast Guard to define failure of a crewmember to report persons who they know are intoxicated to the master, owner, or person in charge as an act of misc~:mduct, subject to suspension and revocation of the seaman's document. It is important to note that a seaman may not be qualified to make such a determination. Implementation of such a rule would create not only an unfair burden on an individual but will place a severe strain on the relationship among crewmembers. In addition, such a rule would create an uncomfortable and suspicious atmosphere onboard ship, where daily life is already stressful. It is the SIU's view that if a seaman truly feels that he or the vessel is endangered by an intoxicated crewmember, he will not require a regulatory stimulus to report the incident. The SIU additionally does not agree with the Coast Guard's opinion that a crewmember should inform the master of the vessel of his use of prescription drugs. In our view, this is considered privileged information between a patient and his physician and should only be disclosed at the patient's own discretion. As mentioned heretofore, the SIU fully endorses and supports the Coast Guard's humane concern for alcohol and drug affliction by recommending a drug/alcohol rehabilitation program. The SIU disagrees with the provision denying upon request the return of the certificate in the case of drug addiction until the seaman completes the rehabilitation program, participates in a monitoring program, and demonstrates complete non-association with drugs for six months after completion of the program. In essence, a seaman is being unfairly penalized by being denied the possibility of employment for a six-month period (Continued on Page 21.) Step Two SIU members who go through the Union's Addictions Rehabilitation Center in Valley Lee , Md. are given the tools to lead productive lives. The most important of those tools are the Twelve Steps as outlined by the highly successful Alcoholics Anonymous program. During the past 50 years, millions of Americans have been able to lead sober, drug-free lives free of compulsive behavior because they practiced these steps in their daily affairs. As discussed in last month's issue of the LOG, the first step is perhaps the hardest. It is to admit that you are powerless over alcohol and/or drugsthat your lives have become unmanageable. The second step is slightly different. As stated in the AA Big Book, it is this: "(We) came to believe that a power greater than ourselves could restore us to sanity.'' This step causes its own set of problems. For one thing, few alcoholics or drug users like to admit that they don't have all the answers. Step One effectively did away with that argument, however. Once you admit that you are powerless and that your life is unmanageable because of your drinking and drug-taking, then obviously you need to believe in something. Many people who go through this program rebel at Step Two because they think that it implies a belief in God. Many of the people who recover do choose to interpret it in that way. But the important thing to remember is that they don't have to. All they have to believe in is that something can restore them to productive, sober lives. For many people in AA , the higher power that they choose to believe in is the Twelve Steps themselves. ''I used to think that I was a religious person," said one AA member. "But it wasn't until I came into AA that I learned \What true spirituality is. "I learned that every action I take has a consequence. By choosing not to drink or take drugs a day at a time, I am part of a fellowship of recovering alcoholics and drug users who choose not to drink or take drugs. "Before I came into this program, I used to use any excuse to indulge. I was depressed. My co-workers didn't understand me. I had financial problems. ''After being in the program for eight years, I have met people-recovering alcoholics-who faced their own death without resorting to alcohol or drugs. ''They were told that they had cancer. Rather than drink, they did something productive. They went to AA meetings and shared their pain. "ff those people didn't have to drink, then neither did I. They taught me the true meaning of spirituality.'' (Next month: Step Three) Step One We admitted we were powerless over drugs and alcohol, that our lives had become unmanageable. Step Two We came to believe that a power greater than ourselves could restore us to sanity. �Diaes~ of Ships Nee~inas AMERICAN CONDOR (Pacific Gulf Marine), September ?-Chairman Paul Butterworth; Secretary William A. Burdette. No disputed OT. Once again, the main subject of conversation dealt with the TV. Apparently the TV works well in U.S. ports, but is not compatible with European stations. The company is working to satisfy the crew's request. The chairman advised all members to keep up-to-date on events within the industry and within the SIU. This can best be accomplished by reading the LOG and by attending Union meetings while not at sea. Taking advantage of the upgrading opportunities at Piney Point is also a benefit more Seafarers should make use of. The bosun mentioned that everyone should keep an eye out for some possible new rate changes in the welfare and medical coverage, and all were in agreement that a revision is needed in the dollar amount paid by the company for transportation. Next port: Charleston, S.C. OMI CHARGER (OMI), September 14Chairman F.R. Schwartz; Secretary Charles Corrent; Educational Director W.L. Yarber. No disputed OT. There is $26 in the ship's fund. Thirty-five new movies have been purchased for the ship, and donations to help pay for them would be appreciated. A new video system is being put aboard the vessel, with the chief engineer doing the wiring . Crewmembers were asked to buy blank tapes or contribute toward their purchase. Wiley Yarber will start an arrival pool to help pay for the new system. In response to a radiogram sent to the Charger from headquarters regarding the number of "A," "B'' and "C" books a~oard ship, the response was that there are all "A" book members onboard . The vessel is en route to Rhode Island from Houston and will then head out to the Virgin Islands. The BR asked that all soiled linen be stowed in the dirty linen locker, not in the passageways, and the sanitary men asked that cups and dishes not be left in the rec room. The bosun thanked the men for a job well done on cleaning the tanks-and thanks went to the steward department for their fine meals and service. OMI LEADER (OMI), September 1Chairman Frank Smith; Secretary Floyd Mitchell; Educational Director Charles R. Allen; Deck Delegate Stanley Zeagler; Engine Delegate Roberto Rodriguez; Steward Delegate Robert E. Thomas. No beefs or disputed OT reported. There is $103 in the movie fund and $60 in the ship's fund. The chairman reports everything running smoothly. The ship will pay off this trip in Baton Rouge, La. All hands were asked to help keep the pantry and messroom clean to help alleviate the roach problem aboard ship. The entire ship will have to be sprayed, including all rooms, to be successful in combatting this problem. A vote of thanks was given to the chief cook for a fine job in the preparation of food. The washing machine is forever in use and really doesn't work that well. A new machine for the crew laundry could be helpful, "especially when we carry the extra men of Casey's gang." Next port: Baton Rouge, La. SAM HOUSTON (Waterman), July 27Chairman Anthony Maben; Secretary G. Aquino; Educational Director LR. Taylor; Steward Delegate Robert W. Bess. No beefs or disputed OT. Minutes from the previous meeting were read, and the bosun talked about the need for SPAD and the reasons for all members to support it with their contributions. The steward stressed the importance for all qualified members to upgrade and become as proficient as possible in their jobs. The mate noted his intention to demonstrate the proper use of survival suits as soon as possible. All hands, unless on watch, will be required to attend the demonstration. In a discussion of retirement plans, the crew indicated their desire to upgrade the pension plan. Most men seem to be talking about retiring at an earlier age these days. The steward thanked all crewmembers for helping keep the messroom and pantry clean, and a vote of thanks was given to the steward department for the fine food and exceHent service. Next port: Suez. LNG GEMINI (ETC Corp.), August 10Chairman Luther Myrex; Secretary D. Velandra; Educational Director/Engine Delegate Jesse Parrish; Deck Delegate Francis Smith; Steward Delegate William F. Christmas. No beefs or disputed OT. There is $100 in the ship's fund. The formation of an arrival pool was suggested to help boost this sum and to buy some prawns for a cookout. The bosun read reports from Red Campbell on seamen acting up at hotels and airports and from the company on trying to keep the food costs down. He not object, the patrolman should check out the problem and get it cleared up. This will give the crew a chance to make purchases of gifts and clothing when the ship is in port for only a few hours-and would be good for the crew's morale. A vote of thanks was given to the steward department for the good food and fresh salad throughout the voyage. Next port: Long Beach , Calif. SENATOR (CCT), September 20Chairman Dave Newman; Secretary Frank Costango; Educational Director E. Bain ; Deck Delegate Tom Duggers ; Engine Delegate Dennis Baker; Steward Delegate Jack Rankin. Everything is running smoothly with no beefs or disputed OT. After sending a telegram to headquarters, there is now $4.25 in the ship's fund. Minutes of the last meeting were read and accepted, and it was reported that a new TV for the crew lounge had been put aboard ship in Miami last trip. The repair list has been posted for a week and will be taken down following this meeting, with copies to the captain, tance of upgrading your skills and education. He also mentioned the possibility that this may be the last year that dues and SPAD contributions can be deducted on income tax returns, "so load up on your SPAD donations this year." The secretary mentioned that he has most forms and applications available (upgrading, medical). He has, however, run out of vacation forms. Crewmembers were reminded to take the proper SIU benefit forms with them when visiting a doctor's office. And a discussion ensued on workman's compensation or industrial insurance as compared to the SIU's insurance. A vote of thanks was given to the steward department for their fine food preparation and service. Official ships minutes also were received from the following vessels: AMERICAN CORMORANT AMERICAN FALCON ARCHON ATLANTIC SPIRIT LNG ARIES COURIER 1ST LT. A. BONNYMAN 1ST LT. B. LOPEZ LURLINE OMI COLUMBIA OMI YUKON OVERSEAS BOSTON PANAMA SAN JUAN SEA-LAND DEVELOPER SEA-LAND INDEPENDENCE SEA-LAND LEADER SEA-LAND LIBERATOR SEA-LAND PACER SEA-LAND PATRIOT SEA-LAND VOYAGER STONEWALL JACKSON LNG VIRGO Drugs (Continued from Page 20.) reminded all qualified members to go to Piney Point for upgrading . courses. Additional skills are the only way to advance in pay and grade in today's merchant marine. He also stressed the importance of contributing to SPAD. Crewmembers were looking forward to arrival in Arun, Indonesia for a softball game. The bosun reminded everyone that proper clothing must be worn in the messhall and that coffee is in short suppy so "don't toss away half a pot to make a new one." Next port: Nagoya, Japan. MOKU PAHU (Pacific Gulf Marine), August 26-Chairman Ray Todd; Secretary R. Spencer; Educational Director D. Norris. No beefs or disputed OT. The chairman reported that the Moku Pahu will pay off this trip to Galveston, Texas. Some repairs are to be made by the chief engineer as soon as he can get to them. There also will be a Coast Guard inspection this trip. Everything is running pretty smoothlythe only complaints being that the fresh milk spoiled on the way to Hawaii because of improper temperature controls in the ice box, and the crew's dislike of the current brand of peanut butter (it will be changed). Next port: Galveston, Texas. ST. LOUIS (Sea-Land Service), September 14-Chairman E.F. Wallace; Secretary F. Cordero. Some disputed OT in the deck department will be taken up with the patrolman in Port Elizabeth, N.J. Otherwise, everything is running smoothly. The secretary stressed the importance of signing up for SPAD for job security and better conditions. Crewmembers were asked to please take care of the equipment aboard ship such as the ice machine and the video cassette. A vote of thanks was given to the steward department for a job well done. SEA·LAND INNOVATOR (Sea-Land Service), August 17-Chairman Victor Ardowski; Secretary James A. Jones; Educational Director A. Brosseux. No beefs or disputed OT. One item brought up at the meeting was that in Yokohama and Kobe, Japan, vendors are allowed to come aboard ship and peddle their wares, but in Pusan, Korea, they are not. Since the captain does chief engineer, boarding patrolman and the ship's record file. A vote of thanks was given to the steward department for a job well done. Next port: Miami, Fla. WESTWARD VENTURE (lnterocean Management Corp.), June 29-Chairman Jack Edwards; Secretary Alva McCullum; Educational Director John T. Ross; Deck Delegate John B. Noble; Engine Delegate S.R. Alvarado. No disputed OT. Minutes of the previous meeting were read and accepted. The vessel will pay off this trip, and a patrolman will be present. The chairman discussed the highlights of the safety meeting ~eld aboard ship and the impor- even though he has voluntarily ought a rehabilitation program. This rule could backfire and actually become a deterrence to a voluntary surrender. This rule should apply only if a seaman reverts to drug and alcohol abuse for the second time. BE INFORMED ON ISSUES BEFORE YOU GO TO VOTE Monthly Membership Meetings Port Date Deep Sea Lakes, Inland Waters Piney Point ................ Monday, November 3 .................. 10:30 New York ................. Tuesday , November 4 .................. 10:30 Philadelphia ............... Wednesday, November 5 ............... 10:30 Baltimore ................. Thursday, November 6 ................. 10:30 Norfolk ................... Thursday, November 6 ................. 10:30 Jacksonville ............... Thursday, November 6 ................. 10:30 Algonac ................... Friday, November 7 .................... 10:30 Houston ................... Monday, November 10 ................. 10:30 New Orleans .............. Wednesday, November 12 .............. 10:30 Mobile .................... Wednesday, November 12 ... . .......... 10:30 San Francisco ............. Thursday, November 13 ................ 10:30 Wilmington ................ Monday, November 17 ................. 10:30 Seattle .................... Friday, November 21 ................... 10:30 San Juan .................. Thursday, November 6 ................. 10:30 St. Louis .................. Friday, November 14 ................... 10:30 Honolulu .................. Thursday, November 13 ................ 10:30 Duluth .................... Wednesday, November 12 .............. 10:30 Gloucester. ................ Tuesday, November 18 ................. 10:30 Jersey City ................ Wedne day, November 19 .............. 10:30 a.m. a.m. a.m. a.m. a.m. a.m. a.m. a.m. a.m . a.m. a.m. a.m. a.m. a.m. a.m. a.m. a.m. a.m. a.m. October 1986 I LOG I 21 - �.,CL L NP -Company/Lakes -Lakes -Non Priority Directory of Ports Dispatchers Report for Great Lakes SEPT. 1-30, 1986 *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP Port Algonac ... . .. . .. ... . . .. .. .. . 0 32 2 DECK DEPARTMENT 1 56 1 0 27 5 Port Algonac . .. . ......... . .. ... .. 0 10 0 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 23 2 0 0 9 0 Port Algonac ..... . .. ... . . . . .. .. .. 0 3 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 7 0 0 0 4 ENTRY DEPARTMENT 0 0 0 3 27 67 Port Algonac ..... . ... . ...... ... .. 37 82 4 Frank Drozak, President Ed Turner, Exec. Vice President Joe DiGlorglo, Secretary Leon Hall, Vice President Angus "Red" Campbell, Vice President Mike Sacco, Vice President Joe Sacco, Vice President George McCartney, Vice President Roy A. Mercer, Vice President Steve Edney, Vice President **REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP Totals All Departments . .... . .. 1 7 1 86 3 3 *"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. HEADQUARTERS 7 13 Dispatchers Report for Deep Sea SEPT. 1-30, 1986 - - *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Port Gloucester . .. .... ... .. . ... .. New York . .... ... . . . ..... ... Philadelphia . ....... . .. . .. ... Baltimore ... . . .. . . .. .. .. . .. . Norfolk ... .. . . . .. . ......... . Mobile .... ......... .. ... . .. New Orleans . ..... . . .. . .. .. . Jacksonville .. .. .. . . .. . .. . .. . San Francisco .. . .. . . .... . . . . Wilmington .. . ... ... . ....... Seattle .... .. . ... .. ......... Puerto Rico .. .......... .. ... Honolulu . .. . .. .. . . . .. . ... . . Houston . .. .... .. . .. . ... . . .. St. Louis . . . ................ Piney Point . . ........... . ... 4 57 2 4 14 10 28 29 36 13 36 17 13 40 0 6 4 14 3 3 4 2 8 12 8 7 11 4 20 6 0 6 0 0 0 0 0 2 1 2 3 1 2 0 2 2 0 0 TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT 1 44 1 5 19 4 42 15 22 12 34 11 7 30 0 1 Totals . . .... . ......... .. . ... Port 309 112 15 247 Gloucester .. ... .. . ....... . .. New York . ... ... ..... .. .. . .. Philadelphia .. . . . .. .. ... . . ... Baltimore ........... .. .... . . Norfolk . . ... . ..... . . . . . .... . Mobile ..... . . . . ..... . ... . .. New Orleans . .. . . .. . .. ..... . Jacksonville . .. ... ....... .... San Francisco . . ... . ... .. .... Wilmington .......... . ... .. . Seattle . . .. . ........... . .. . . Puerto Rico ... .............. Honolulu . . . ........ . ....... Houston ....... .. . . ..... . .. . St. Louis ................... Piney Point .. . ........... ... 4 39 5 9 8 7 23 14 19 8 27 14 3 20 0 3 3 5 3 1 4 1 7 1 6 5 6 0 9 3 0 4 0 1 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 3 0 0 6 0 0 0 0 26 4 3 10 3 25 12 14 9 17 6 4 14 0 0 Totals ......... .. . .. ... . . ... Port 203 58 12 147 Gloucester .. . ............... New York ............... . ... Philadelphia ... .. ....... . .... Baltimore ................... Norfolk ..................... Mobile ..................... New Orleans .. . ....... . ..... Jacksonville . ................ San Francisco .. . .. .......... Wilmington ................. Seattle ..... . ............... Puerto Rico . ................ Honolulu .. . ............... . Houston ... . ..... . .. . .... . .. St. Louis .. . .......... . ..... Piney Point ......... . ....... 0 25 1 4 4 7 22 7 31 4 28 3 6 20 0 3 1 5 2 1 2 0 2 6 5 4 8 2 27 0 0 8 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 2 3 0 0 0 23 0 0 0 0 16 0 2 6 1 18 4 25 7 20 4 4 16 0 1 Totals ...................... Port 165 73 29 124 Gloucester .. . ... . ........... New York ................... Philadelphia ............. ... . Baltimore ..... . ............. Norfolk ........ . ....... .. ... Mobile ...... ...... . ...... .. New Orleans . . .. .. . .... .. . .. Jacksonville . .... . . . . .. ... . . . San Francisco ... .. ...... . ... Wilmington . .. .............. Seattle ......... . ........... Puerto Rico .. . .... . ..... . ... Honolulu ..... . .. .. . .. . .. ... Houston .. .................. St. Louis ..... . . . .... . .. . ... Piney Point ...... . . . . .... . . . 0 30 2 7 3 1 19 4 24 7 22 4 10 17 0 0 0 30 2 4 9 6 20 8 16 6 20 6 97 10 0 4 0 6 0 0 1 1 20 2 7 4 1 0 192 2 0 0 0 18 0 2 7 0 16 6 21 10 17 0 8 12 0 0 1 17 1 5 7 1 9 9 6 5 9 0 13 9 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 4 0 1 0 1 1 0 0 1 3 1 0 2 1 6 1 7 2 5 5 10 4 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 3 0 1 2 0 0 7 0 0 0 1 5 0 1 2 0 2 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 4 0 10 93 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 49 14 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 2 4 1 18 0 0 4 0 0 0 20 0 0 1 0 31 1 4 13 4 14 8 10 1 20 0 84 5 0 0 47 23 ENTRY DEPARTMENT Trip Reliefs 0 9 0 3 1 0 8 4 6 1 6 2 14 8 0 0 **REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C 6 110 7 12 11 19 65 56 65 29 55 29 13 63 0 8 6 20 5 5 8 5 6 21 16 9 10 4 18 5 0 5 0 0 0 0 2 1 5 1 4 1 2 0 3 1 0 0 62 548 143 20 1 9 0 0 0 1 3 1 5 0 2 4 2 3 0 0 4 69 5 16 9 10 42 29 33 20 42 14 5 37 0 8 4 8 2 2 5 3 12 7 6 6 9 1 12 5 0 6 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 0 1 2 0 0 4 0 0 0 31 343 88 10 0 7 0 0 0 0 2 3 1 37 2 7 4 9 32 15 1 6 2 1 2 0 2 8 0 1 0 0 1 0 2 0 7 60 4 4 2 5 0 53 2 0 1 16 35 8 8 20 0 6 5 8 4 27 1 0 7 0 1 0 38 0 0 0 82 260 78 47 1 2 0 0 0 1 20 0 8 3 2 0 110 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 50 4 10 7 1 20 8 63 20 36 14 7 19 0 0 261 2 52 6 3 14 6 24 14 27 29 30 19 98 14 0 8 346 0 6 0 1 5 0 16 6 5 2 2 1 312 3 0 0 359 175 1,412 655 436 Totals . ... .. .. . . ....... .. .. . 150 238 236 117 195 147 Totals All Departments ... . .... 827 481 292 635 384 194 *"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 September was down from the month of August. A total of 1,388 jobs shipped on SIU-contracted deep sea vessels. Of the 1,388 jobs shipped, 635 jobs or about 46 percent taken by "A" seniority members. The rest were filled by "B" and "C" seniority people. A total of 175 trip jobs were shipped. Since the trip relief program began on April 1, 1982, a total of 3, 724 jobs have shipped. 22 I LOG I October 1986 were were relief been 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 5443 Ridge Rd. 44129 (216) 845-1100 DULUTH, Minn. 705 Medical Arts Building 55802 (218) 722-4110 GLOUCESTER, Mass. 11 Rogers St. 01930 (617) 283-1167 HONOLULU, Hawaii 636 Cooke St. 96813 (808) 523-5434 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 BEDFORD, Mass. 50 Union St. 027 40 (617) 997-5404 NEW ORLEANS, La. 630 Jackson Ave . 70130 (504) 529-7546 Toll Free: 1-800-325-2532 NEW YORK, N.Y. 675 4 Ave., Brooklyn 11232 (718) 499-6600 NORFOLK, Va. 115 Third St. 23510 (804) 622-1892 PHILADELPHIA, Pa. 2604 S. 4 St. 19148 (215) 336-3818 PINEY POINT, Md. St. Mary's County 2067 4 (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 SEATILE, Wash. 2505 1 Ave. 98121 (206) 441-1960 ST. LOUIS, Mo. 4581 Gravois Ave. 63116 (314) 752-6500 SUBIC BAY, Rep. of Philippines 34 21st St. , W. Bajac Bajac Olongapo City C-2201 222-3533 WILMINGTON, Calif. 510 N. Broad Ave. 90744 (213) 549-4000 �Letters To The Editor Welfare Report 'Proud of the SIU . . . ' My husband Bernard and I wish to express our sincere gratitude for the help you gave me in paying my bills of October 1985. Bernard is very proud of the SID, and we are both more than appreciative of your kind consideration. At the last few meetings, we talked about the rising costs of providing health care benefits. Some proposed changes to the Welfare Plan were announced in the August LOG. For those of you who did not have an opportunity to read the August issue of the LOG , we want you to understand how your hospital claims will be handled after Jan. 1, 1987. During 1987, the first time a member is confined to the hospital as an in-patient, the Plan will pay 100 percent of the charges. If the member has any other in-patient hospitalizations during that year, the Plan will pay 80 percent of the charges. If the member's spouse is working, his or her health plan will pick up the other 20 percent under the coordination of benefits clause. Starting in 1988, a member will again receive 100 percent for the first inpatient hospital confinement, with 80 percent payment for any other hospitalizations during that year. If a member is treated as an outpatient in the hospital, the Plan will Yours very sincerely, Ellen Feely Daytona Beach, Fla. 'Expressing Appreciation . • •' I express my appreciation for your cooperation in caring for my wife Janina when she was in the Freehold Area Hospital in May 1986. Without your indulgent help, I would have been at a complete loss. Thank you on our behalf. Yours, Jan Piorkowski Howell, N.J. U.S. and NATO Planners, Take Note! Earlier this year maritime affiliates of the International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) around the world, with the exception of those in the United States and Canada, adopted a policy position reserving the right for its members to refuse to sail into "war-like zones." To many skeptics and military planners on both sides of the Atlantic, this was billed as rhetoric and not reality. Last month, however, rhetoric melted away in the heat of action. En route to the Saudi Arabian port of Ras Tanura, the British-flag combination carrier Pawnee was struck by a missile during an Iranian helicopter gunship raid directed against the ore/bulk/oil ship. Prior to the Pawnee entering the Persian Gulf, six of the 12 British officers onboard exercised their right to refuse to sail into the war zone and were replaced by Indian officers. This clearly demonstrates that the ITF "war zone" policy is for real and must be considered very seriously by those responsible for U.S. and NATO military sealift planning. KNOW YOUR RIGHTS 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 suhmitted to the membership by the Secretary-Treasurer. A quarterly finance committee 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 recommendations. 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. SHIPPING RIGHTS. Your shipping rights and seniority are protected exclusively hy 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 hy certified mail. return receipt requested. The proper address for this is: Angus "Red" Campbell Chairman, Seafarers Appeals Board 5201 Auth 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 hy writing directly to the Union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available 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 ohligations. such as filing for OT on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If. at any time. any SIU pay 100 percent coverage for up to three out-patient visits in a oneyear period. Starting with the fourth out-patient visit during that year, the Plan will pay 80 percent. The cycle repeats the following year. The cycle for dependents will be 100 percent payment for the first in-patient hospital confinement during a three-year period, with 80 percent for any subsequent in-patient hospitalizations during those three years. Pensioners who are currently eligible for welfare benefits will not be affected by any amendments to the Welfare Plan. Pensioners who qualify for pensioner's welfare benefits after Jan. 1, 1987, will come under the new rules until they become eligible for Medicare. Once eligible for Medicare, the Seafarers Welfare Plan becomes the secondary carrier, and all benefits available to medicare-age pensioners from the Plan will continue in effect. Another amendment will help to (Continued on Page 24.) Personals (714) 527-2733 (home) or (714) 2201879 (work). Jeffrey McPherson Your nephew Jody McPherson would like to hear from you. Please write him at 150 S. Magnolia, #138, Anaheim, Calif. 92804, or call at V.D. Lee Please contact Mark C. Gibbons at R.D. #1 Box 805-A, Oakdale, Pa. 15071, or call (412) 221-8315. KNOW YOUR -RIGHTS KNOW YOUR RIGHTS CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. Copies of the SIU constitution are available in . r +. ' all Union hall s. All memhcrs should ohtain copies of this constitution so as to familiarize themselves with its contents. Any time you feel any member nr officer is attempting to deprive you of any constitutional right or ohligation hy any methods such as dealing with charges. trials. etc .. as well as all other details. then the mcmher so affected should immediately notify headquarters. EQUAL RIGHTS. All mcmhers arc guaranteed equal right · in employnH.:nt and as members of the SIU. These rights arc clearly set forth in the SIU constitution and in the contracts v.hich the Union has negotiated with the employers. Consequently. no memher may he discrimi nated against hecause of race. creed. color. sex and national or geographic origin. If any member feels that he i-. denied the el{ual rights to which he is entitled. he should notify Union head4uarters. 11111n1m111nu11111nu11111111111111111111111n1111111111111111111111111n1111111111111111111111111111111 patrolman or other Union offi:::ial. in your opinion, fails to protect your contract rights properly. contact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY - 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 hy membership action at the September. 1960. meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsibility for Log policy is vested in an editorial hoard which consists of the Executive Board of the Union. The Executive Board may delegate. from among its ranks. one individual to carry out this responsihility. PAYMENT OF MONIES. No monies are to he paid to anyone in any official C<1pacity in the SIU unless an official Union receipt is given for same. Under no circumstances shoul<l any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to rc4uire any such payment he made without supplying a receipt. or if a memher is required to make a payment anJ is given an otlicial receipt. hut feels that he should not have heen re4uireu to make such payment. this should immediately he reported to Unilm hcadquart~rs. SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DONATION -SPAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fund. Its proceeds are used to further its objects anJ purposes including. hut 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 anJ boatmen and the advancement of trade union concepts. In connection with such objects. SPAD suppllrts and contributes to political candidates for elective otllce. All contributions arc voluntary . No contrihution may he solicited or received hecause of force. joh discrimination. financial reprisal. or threat of such conduct. or as a condition of membership in the Union or of employment. If a contribution is made hy reason of the ahove improper conduct. notify the Seafarers Union or SPAD hy ccrtitied mail within 30 Jays of the contrihution -for inve-.tigation anJ appropriate action and refund. if involuntary. Support SPAD. to protect and further your economic. political anJ social interests. and American trade union concepts. If at any time a member feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he has been denied his constitutional right of access to Union records or information, he should immediately notify SIU President Frank Drozak at Headquarters by certified mail, return receipt requested. The add~ is S.201 Auth Way and Britannia Way, Prince Georges County. Camp Springs, Md. 20746. October 1986 I LOG I 23 - �Letters To The Editor Welfare Report 'Proud of the SIU . . . ' My husband Bernard and I wish to express our sincere gratitude for the help you gave me in paying my bills of October 1985. Bernard is very proud of the SID, and we are both more than appreciative of your kind consideration. At the last few meetings, we talked about the rising costs of providing health care benefits. Some proposed changes to the Welfare Plan were announced in the August LOG. For those of you who did not have an opportunity to read the August issue of the LOG , we want you to understand how your hospital claims will be handled after Jan. 1, 1987. During 1987, the first time a member is confined to the hospital as an in-patient, the Plan will pay 100 percent of the charges. If the member has any other in-patient hospitalizations during that year, the Plan will pay 80 percent of the charges. If the member's spouse is working, his or her health plan will pick up the other 20 percent under the coordination of benefits clause. Starting in 1988, a member will again receive 100 percent for the first inpatient hospital confinement, with 80 percent payment for any other hospitalizations during that year. If a member is treated as an outpatient in the hospital, the Plan will Yours very sincerely, Ellen Feely Daytona Beach, Fla. 'Expressing Appreciation . ' • • I express my appreciation for your cooperation in caring for my wife Janina when she was in the Freehold Area Hospital in May 1986. Without your indulgent help, I would have been at a complete loss. Thank you on our behalf. Yours, Jan Piorkowski Howell, N .J. U.S. and NATO Planners, Take Note! Earlier this year maritime affiliates of the International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) around the world, with the exception of those in the United States and Canada, adopted a policy position reserving the right for its members to refuse to sail into "war-like zones." To many skeptics and military planners on both sides of the Atlantic, this was billed as rhetoric and not reality. Last month, however, rhetoric melted away in the heat of action. En route to the Saudi Arabian port of Ras Tanura, the British-flag combination carrier Pawnee was struck by a missile during an Iranian helicopter gunship raid directed against the ore/bulk/oil ship. Prior to the Pawnee entering the Persian Gulf, six of the 12 British officers onboard exercised their right to refuse to sail into the war zone and were replaced by Indian officers. This clearly demonstrates that the ITF "war zone" policy is for real and must be considered very seriously by those responsible for U.S. and NATO military sealift planning. KNOW YOUR RIGHTS 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 hy Certified Public Accountants every three months, which are to be suhmitted to the membership by the Secretary-Treasurer. A quarterly finance committee 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 recommendations. 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. SHIPPING RIGHTS. Your shipping rights and seniority 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 hy certified mail. return receipt requested. The proper address for this is: Angus "Red" Campbell Chairman, Seafarers Appeals Board 5201 Auth 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 hy writing directly to the Union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available 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 ohligations. such as filing for OT on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If. at any time. any SIU pay 100 percent coverage for up to three out-patient visits in a oneyear period. Starting with the fourth out-patient visit during that year, the Plan will pay 80 percent. The cycle repeats the following year. The cycle for dependents will be 100 percent payment for the first in-patient hospital confinement during a three-year period, with 80 percent for any subsequent in-patient hospitalizations during those three years. Pensioners who are currently eligible for welfare benefits will not be affected by any amendments to the Welfare Plan. Pensioners who qualify for pensioner's welfare benefits after Jan. 1, 1987, will come under the new rules until they become eligible for Medicare. Once eligible for Medicare, the Seafarers Welfare Plan becomes the secondary carrier, and all benefits available to medicare-age pensioners from the Plan will continue in effect. Another amendment will help to (Continued on Page 24.) Personals (714) 527-2733 (home) or (714) 2201879 (work). Jeffrey McPherson Your nephew Jody McPherson would like to hear from you. Please write him at 150 S. Magnolia, #138, Anaheim, Calif. 92804, or call at V.D. Lee Please contact Mark C. Gibbons at R.D. #1 Box 805-A, Oakdale, Pa. 15071, or call (412) 221-8315. KNOW YOUR . RIGHTS KNOW YOUR RIGHTS CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. Copies of the SIU constitution are available in . r +. ' all Union hall s. All memhcrs should ohtain copies of this constitution so as to familiarize themselves with its contents . Any time you feel any memher or officer is attempting to deprive you of any constitutional right or ohligation hy any methods such as dealing with charges. trials. etc .. as well as all other details. then the memhcr so affected should immediately notify headquarters. EQUAL RIGHTS. All memhers are guaranteed equal rights in employnll:nt and as members of the SIU. These rights arc clearly set forth in the SIU constitution and in the contracts ""hich the Union has negotiated with the employers . Consequently. no memher may he discriminated against hecause of race. creed. colnr. sex and national or geographic origin . If any member feels that he i" denied the equal rights to which he is entitled. he should notify Union headquarters. 11111111mu1n1111111nu11111111111111111111111n1111111111111111111111111n1111111111111111111111111111111 patrolman or other Union offbal. in your opinion, fails to protect your contract rights properly. contact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY - 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 puhlishing articles deemed harmful to the Union or its collective membership. This established policy has been reaffirmed hy membership action at the September. 1960. meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsibility for Log policy is vested in an editorial hoard 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. PAYMENT OF MONIES. No monies are to he paid to anyone in any official capacity in the SIU unless an official Union receipt is given for same. Under no circumstances should any memher pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any such payment he maJe without supplying a receipt. or if a memher is required to make a payment and is given an otlicial receipt. hut feels that he should not have heen required to make such payment. this should immcJiatcly he reporteJ to Union hcaJquartcrs. SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACflVITY DONATION -SPAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fund. Its proceeds are used to further its objects and purposes including. hut 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 otllcc. All contrihutions arc voluntary. No contrihution may he solicited or received hecause of force. joh discrimination. financial reprisal. or threat of such conduct. or as a condition of memhership in the Union or of employment. If a contribution is made hy reason of the ahove improper conduct. notify the Seafarers Union or SPAD hy certitied mail within 30 days of the contrihution -for invc'\tigation and appropriate action and refund. if involuntary. Support SPA D. to protect and further YlHlr economic. political an<l social interests. and American trade union concepts. If at any time a member feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he has been denied his constitutional right of ~ to Union records or information, he should immediately notify SIU President Frank Drozak at Headquarters by certified mail, return receipt requested. 1be add~~ S.201 Auth Way and Britannia Way. Prince Georges County. Camp Springs, Md. 20746. October 1986 I LOG I 23 - � 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/. 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Title A name given to the resource October 1986 Description An account of the resource HEADLINES SIU, NMU BEGIN MERGER TALKS IN PINEY POINT DOD BACKS DOWN IN CARGO PREFERENCE BATTLE MANPOWER SHORTAGE COULD TIE UP RESERVE FLEET MEMORIAL MODEL TO BE UNVEILED THE SIU IN WASHINGTON NEARING THE END SOUTH AFRICA MILITARY CARGO NORTH SLOPE OIL SEAFARERS SHORTAGE PORT DEVELOPMENT CARGO PREFERENCE FOREIGN-FLAG SEAMEN PASSENGER VESSEL BILL ASC BEGINS NEW “OUTREACH” PROGRAM FOR SIU LAKERS SCOUTS ENJOY A TWO-WEEK EDUCATIONAL VACATION AT SHLSS LONG LINES DUTY-A GOOD CALLING FOR SOME SIU JOINS NEW AFL-CIO LEGAL AID SERVICES PLAN MSCPAC’S INCENTIVE AWARDS ADMINISTRATOR SEARCHES FOR EXCELLENCE U.S. NATIONAL SECURITY AND THE MARITIME INDUSTRY COAST GUARD DRUG PROPOSAL- SIU RESPONDS HOUSE OKS PASSENGER SHIP RE-FLAGGING BILL SIU MEDICAL HEAD DR. JOSEPH LOGUE DIES AT 91 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Seafarers Log Scanned Issues 1984-1988, 1994-Present 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 10/1/1986 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. 48, No. 10 1986 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/3ca80edab21d714d2bda5980696434c7.pdf 1db9e2a363a0d582bf4f58a2bd1e9bc7 PDF Text Text Official Publication of the Seafarers International Union• Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District• AFL·CIO Vol. 49, No. 10 October 1987 Industry Gears for Tough Senate Fight U.S.!Canada Pact Threatens Maritime Community The Reagan administration once again has ·put the U.S. maritime industry in jeopardy, thanks to the recently negotiated U. S ./Canada free trade agreement. If approved as is, it would open any future promotional programs, perhaps even the Jones Act to Canadian and other foreign flags. Already the majority of senators and House members have lined up against the maritime provisions in the proposed treaty. Under the terms of the agreement , current U.S. programs such as P.L. 480 and military cargo preference will remain reserved for U.S.-flag operations. But if there is any future expansion of those programs, or any new promotional activity, Canadian inter- ests would be eligible to bid on the cargo. There is also concern that if the Jones Act is expanded, for example, to include all shipping activities within a 200-mile limit of the U.S. coast , those shipping activities would be open to foreign competition. That competition would not be simply Canadian. Under the terms of the friendship, commerce and navigation treaties that we have with 37 other nations, countries which have most favored nation standing also would be eligible to participate in those trades , according to the Department of Transportation. "Just when you think there is nothing else that can happen to the U.S. maritime industry, this administration hammers you with something new,'' said SIU President Frank Drozak. "In some respects it's a Catch-22. Any new program to help the U.S. merchant marine will really end up helping the Canadians or other nations, but the only way to help the U.S.-flag fleet is with new programs. That doesn't make a lot of sense, " Drozak added. In late August, Drozak and Roman Gralewicz, president of the SIU of Canada, sent letters to Reagan and Canadian Prime Minister Brian Mulroney requesting that all maritime issues be removed from the negotiations. The problems of national security and commercial considerations were cited. It also was pointed out that experts on the maritime industry were not included on the negotiating teams. ''Please rest assured that this matter is receiving careful attention at the highest levels of the administration,'' Peter 0. Murphy, the chief U.S. negotiator responded in a Sept. 15 letter to Drozak. "If that [the trade pact] is indicative of 'careful attention' we're in trouble," Drozak said. In addition to opening up promotional and Jones Act trade, the proposed agreement has opened a door to exporting Alaskan North Slope oil. Under terms of the deal, up to 50,000 barrels of oil a day may be exported to Canada from Alaska. The agree(Continued on Page 3.) Maritime Labor Pioneer Went to Sea in 1926 Morris Weisberger, Former SUP President, Dies Morris Weisberger, who succeeded the legendary Harry Lundeberg as head of the Sailor's Union of the Pacific, died last month. He was 80 years old. Weisberger guided the SUP during one of its most difficult periods. He assumed the helm of the union in 1957, just when containerization and automation were forcing severe reductions in crew sizes, especially in the deck department. Weisberger is widely credited with preserving the integrity of the SUP's pension and welfare plans during a time of retrenchment for the industry. He was a leading figure in the trade union movement especially on the West Coast. He was vice president of the California Labor Federation, AFLCIO, in San Francisco from 1957 until his retirement in 1978. Two months before his death, the California State Assembly passed a resolution honoring his 80th birthday. Weisberger was one of the last living links to the early seamen's movement. He started sailing in 1926 when the SUP was still an autonomous affiliate of the now-defunct International Seamen's Union. As an SUP rep, he met Andrew Furuseth, the grand old man FOC Crew Wins N.Y. Fight Page 4 of the modern seamen's movement. Weisberger worked tirelessly on behalf of the Maritime Trades Department of the AFL-CIO. He was president of the MTD port council of San Francisco Bay and Vicinity from 1959 to 1983, and considered the grassroots political work he did for that organization one of his most important contributions to the maritime industry. A vocal opponent of the flag-ofconvenience fleets which helped decimate the American-flag merchant marine, Weisberger was the United States' labor delegate and adviser to the International Labor Organization in Geneva, Switzerland and also to various international conferences on safety and life at sea. He served on numerous commissions aimed at revitalizing the port of San Francisco. He was appointed a member of the board of the Pilot Commissioners for the bays of San Francisco, San Pablo and Suisun by Gov. Ronald Reagan in 1971 ; re-appointed to that post by Gov. Edmund G. Brown in 1976, and served as president of Morris Weisberger that organization from 1973 until his death. "Few men or women have made their journeys through life and left the significant and lasting impact Morris has," said SIU President Frank Dro(Continued on Page 3.) Inside: Page 6 McAllister, Curtis Bay Beefs Page 9 Seafarers Excel for Military Pages 11-14 New T-5 Visits SHLSS Pages 16 & 17 Government Services Division Page 18 LNG Crews Ratify New Contract �Pres·dent's Report by Frank Drozak The United States and Canada have signed a Free Trade Agreement. If reports in The Journal of Commerce and other papers are correct, then the Reagan administration has hammered yet another nail into the coffin of the American-flag merchant marine. The agreement still has to be ratified by the Senate. Few details are known, but those that have been made public do not bode well for the maritime industry. The Journal of Commerce reports that ''Canadian carriers would be included in future changes in U.S. laws applying to domestic trades, cargo preference and similar water carrierrelated activities.'· That means that if the SIU and other maritime unions are successful in getting Congress to strengthen the application of this nation's cargo preference laws, then Canadian shipping firms will have equal access to those jobs. What this does, of course, is to create one more disincentive for businessmen to invest money in the American-flag merchant marine. The uncertainty caused by this proposed change in the Jones Act may scare off the few remaining sources of capital for maritime, which is a capital-intensive industry. It also sets a dangerous precedent. This will be the first time that the 67year-old Jones Act will be substantially weakened, and it will invite more such attacks. The final agreement could have been worse if the American maritime industry had not displayed a united front on this matter. The Reagan administration made no secret that it considered the maritime industry little more than a bargaining chip. As reported in the August-September issue of The American Engineer, "U.S. trade representatives at the so-called free trade talks [had] been considering a Canadian proposal to open up the protected trade to Canadian-flag vessels ... If the proposal [weren't] so dangerous, not only to our fleet but to our national defense sealift, it would [have been] laughable." This from an organization which twice supported the same Ronald Reagan who is pushing hard for the sell-out "free trade" deal. I am not in the habit of quoting The American Marine Engineer. It is, after all, the official publication of District 1 of the Marine Engineers Beneficial Association. Over the years, the SIU and District 1 have had our differences. still we have worked together on programs which affect all of our membership. Unfortunately, District I has repeatedly tried to infringe upon the jurisdictional rights of our members in the engine room, and we've fought them every inch of the way. Still, the paper accurately summed up the danger that the Canadian Free Trade Agreement posed to the job security of all American seamen, licensed and unlicensed. Then sadly, it then went on to make the following point: "The NMU and District 1-MEBA, more than any other maritime union, are strong and effective; able to maintain their gains, while protecting their members against threats facing their jobs and the industry." That's where their arguments get a little bit cloudy. What is there to say about two organizations which supported President Reagan for election, not once but twice? It's all well and good to complain about the decline of the American-flag merchant marine. When the ceiling is caving in, it's hard not to whine a little bit. But please, let's have a little humility. How can the NMU and District 1 make grandiose claims when they've actually given money to help elect that same administration which has systematically destroyed the American-flag merchant marine and reduced job opportunities for their members? Both District 1 and the NMU supported President Reagan for re-election in 1984 after his administration had taken the following steps: • Denied merchant seamen World War II benefits. • Eliminated Public Health Hospital coverage for merchant seamen. • Dismantled the Construction Differential Subsidy program. • Opposed extension of the Operating Differential Subsidy program. • Tried to dismantle the Capital Construction Fund. • Refused to consider enactment of the UN CTAD Code or implementation of bilateral trade agreements. And it is still going on. Earlier this year, the administration waived American manning and safety standards when it reflagged 11 Kuwaiti tankers. By the way, the NMU and District 1 are the same two organizations which have criticized our organization for forming the Seafarers Maritime Union. "Panicked by declining cargoes and vessels,'' The American Engineer writes, "[some unions] have signed 'sweetheart' deals with companies, offering drastic wage benefits and work rule concessions out of their own members' pockets.'' The fact is that unlicensed seamen face two very serious threats to their job security. The most obvious one comes from the decline of the American-flag merchant marine. As everyone knows, there are fewer ships and few jobs. Yet that is only half of the story. Over the past few years, licensed unions like District 1 and the MM&P have tried to protect their self interests by infringing upon the rights of unlicensed seamen. In other words, they want to protect their own generous system of wages and benefits (an average licensed officer makes more than a U.S. senator or congressman) by putting you and other unlicensed seamen on the unemployment line. They may make pious references to maritime unity, but their actions make such unity impossible. Long before there was a SMU, the MM&P and District 1 had formed topto-bottom organizations. They bypassed both SIU and NMU hiring halls to get their crews. Both the MM&P and District 1 were willing to drag people off the street rather than put accredited seamen from the SIU, SUP, MFOW and the NMU onboard their vessels. Moreover, there has been a disturbing pattern of licensed officers October 1987 performing duties covered under the unlicensed labor-management agreements. The SIU-AGLIWD will be celebrating its 50th anniversary next year. It was born during the golden age of the American shipping industry, when the American-flag merchant marine rose out of the ashes of the Great Depression to help the United States win its "Great War Against Fascism." Maritime leaders like Harry Lundeberg, Paul Hall, Morris Weisberger and Joe Curran may have had their personal and political differences, but they were no fools. In their different ways, they fought to preserve the job security of unlicensed seamen. They had no other bottom line. Conditions in the industry are getting worse, and it is not possible to keep on with business as usual. To do so will mean throwing in the towel. At the end of 1986, U.S. Lines, the largest U.S.-flag shipping company then in existence and the NMU' s largest source of jobs, went under. They filed for bankruptcy under Chapter 11 of the bankruptcy code. During the past 20 years, the trends in the maritime industry have been unmistakable. Few ships. More automation. Smaller crews. Other unlicensed unions have been content to complain about these trends, but from what I see they don't have any kind of plan to protect their members' job security and benefits. Licensed unions like District 1 and the MM&P have their own way of coping, and that is to cut unlicensed seamen completely out of the picture. By the end of last year, top-tobottom licensed operations formed by MM&P and MEBA-District 1 had reached the point where they could have become an institutionalized part of the maritime industry. Their existence posed a serious challenge to the job security of all unlicensed seamen. Faced with these threats to the job security of our membership, the SIU and District 2 formed an organization to compete for the new business, most of which is being created in the military sector. The SIU and District 2 were able to compete against Top Gallant and PASS for new business, most of which is being created in the military sector. SMU was not set up to compete with existing . SIU or MEBA 2 companies. It was chartered to go after work that neither union had or work that had Off1c al Pub calJO:i of e Seafarers lntemat1ona Umon of North Amer ca Atlant c G I La es and I land Waters 01stnct AFL-CIO (Continued on Page 7 .) Vol 49 N:> 10 Executive Board Frank Drozak President ~'' 2 I LOG I October 987 Secretary Joe Sacco Mike Sacco Leon Hall Editor Vice President Vice President Vice President George McCartney Roy Mercer Steve Edney Vice President Vice President Vice President Mike Hall Max Hall Joe DiGiorgio Vice President Charles Svenson Managing Editor Associate Editor Angus "Red" Campbell Deborah Greene Associate Editor The LOG (ISSN 0160-2047) is. published monthly by Seafarers International Union . Atlantic. Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District. AFL-CIO . 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, Md. 20746, Tel. 8990675 Second-class postage paid at M.S.C. Prince Georges, Md . 20790-9998 and at addit1ona1 mailing offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the LOG 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, Md . 20746. �Weisberger Leaves Legacy of Labor Victories (Continued from Page 1.) zak. "From the time he first shipped out as a 19-year-old ordinary in 1926 until the time he stepped down as Sailors Union of the Pacific president/ secretary-treasurer in 1978, he was constantly fighting to better the lot of seamen and of working men and women ashore.'' As New York port agent for the SUP from 1939 to 1957. Weisberger played an important role in many of the A&G Di')trict's early organiLing drives, including Isthmian and Cities Service. ·' Paul relied heavily on Morris ~ j udgment and contacts in those early eefs," said Rose Hall, widow of former SIU President Paul Hall. "Morris Weisberger was extremely intelligent, and had an imposing knowledge of the maritime industry,'' said Herb Brand, chairman of the board of the Transportation Institute. "He and Paul were a study in contrasts, but they made a hell of a team." Born in Cleveland, Ohio on August IO, 1907, Morris Weisberger first went to sea as an Ordinary Seaman in 1926. The power of the maritime unions had been curtailed by the ill-fated strike of 1921. Shipping markets were severely depressed. The maritime industry was then a hotbed of ideological controversy. The Wobblies and Communists tried to win the hearts and minds of seamen, who were among the most-exploited groups of workers. They tried to fill a vacuum filled by the decline of the IS U. Weisberger was an able-bodied seaman on the Morro Castle, a passenger vessel which burned off the New Jersey Coast in 1934. He learned firsthand the tragedies that could occur if adequate safety precautions were not maintained. "During the federal inquiry into the disaster," wrote historian Stephen Schwartz in his book on the I OOth anniversary of the Sailor's Union of the Pacific, ''the Pacific Seamen demanded to know how a fire could make such progress without a report to the bridge, why no attempt was made to beach the ship, why the S.O.S. signal had been delayed ... ·' In 1936, Weisberger became a business representative for the Sailor's Union of the Pacific. He serviced the ports of Brooklyn, Honolulu and New Orleans. He became an official at an historic time in the union's development. The longshoremen' s strike of 1934 had reinvigorated the seamen' · movement. SUP Secretary-Trea urer Harry Lundeberg became a major force in maritime labor by ·tanding up to Victor Olander and the people who had captured control of the Internat10nal Seamen 's Union in the twilight of Andrew Furuseth 's long and distinguished career. The Great Depression had ushered in a new era' of militancy for maritime labor. In 1936, Joe Curran, who later founded the National Maritime Union, staged a sitdown strike on the SS California. Within two years the ISU was to die an unmourned death. It was replaced by two unlicensed seamen's unions, the National Maritime character.'' One of the most dramatic moments of Weisberger's 21-year term in office came in 1962 when the Sailor's Union of the Pacific called a strike against the Pacific Maritime Association. The 1962 strike went on for a month and was suspended after President John F. Kennedy imposed an 80-day truce on the union and the shipowners. Known for his acerbic wit, Weis- Morris Weisberger served almost 20 years as the SUP's New York Port Agent, from 1939 to 1957. Union and the Seafarers International Union of North America. In 1939 Weisberger was elected the SUP port agent for New York. He served in that capacity until March 1957, when he was unanimously elected to the post of secretary-treasurer to fill the position left vacant by the death of Harry Lundeberg. During World War II, Weisberger was instrumental in helping the SUP crew a great number of merchant ships with capable and experienced seamen. According to historian Schwartz, Weisberger ''distinguished himself . . . by going to the highest levels of the U.S. military" to argue against the internment of 40 SUP members of Japanese ancestry. "The authorities finally acceded, and all the SUP men of Japanese ancestry were released and permitted to sail in the Atlantic theater." Weisberger was a delegate to the first convention of the Seafarers International Union of North America, which was held in 1944. A decade later, he supported Paul Hall's efforts to clean up the New York waterfront in the ILA-AFL beef. Upon the death of Harry Lundeberg in 1957, Wei berger was unanimously elected to fill the top post in the SUP. Addressing the SUP membership after the election. Weisberger aid, "Thi is a grave responsibility to which you have elected me. I do not con ider this so much an honor as it L a solemn respon ibility and a duty of the highest berger was a popular figure in the maritime industry. Upon his retirement in 1978, the West Coast Sailor made the following point: "Morris Weisberger made a significant contribution to the development of the Sailors Union of the Pacific, and while he has consented to stand by to assist and counsel the incoming administration, he will be sorely missed in the difficult days ahead." His career spanned nearly the entire spectrum of the modern seamen's movement. Speaking at the lOOth anniversary of the Sailor's Union of the Pacific in 1985, he made the following observations about the union he had once led: "An event like this gives us oldtimers a terrific excuse to ramble on about how far we've come, to congratulate ourselves, to reminisce a little about the bad old days, and to recall the struggles which got us to where we are. We started out on a pile of lumber down at the pier, and here we are at the Fairmont Hotel. We're entitled to crow a little. We earned it. ·'It is also a time for us to look back and try to see what it all meant. What was the single most important contribution the SUP made in these last 100 years? Some would argue for Andrew Furn eth and his incredible legislative record. which effectively released the American ailor from centuries of peonage and set the standard for maritime worker all over the world. ew Car Carrier At the end of October, 12 Seafarer · will mark a first for the SIU. They will hel p deliver Japanese cars to the States on a U .S.-ftag hip. The crew will fly to Japan to man the Overseas Joyce (Maritime Over- ea ). The 60-day round trip, at a peed of 18.5 knot , will take the ship from Japan to Bo ton, New York and Balt1more. The Joyce carries 5.300 Toyotas. It was built e pecially for the trade and will be operated on a I 0year charter by Maritime Over ea:. The engineroom officers will be members of MEBA, District I and the deck officers are employee of the company. The 585-foot Joyce is expected to arrive on the U.S. East Coast in late ~ovember with it first load of cars. ''Others would point to the strikes of the 1930s which made the West Coast into union country, and unionized not only the waterfront but made possible the unionization of so many other workers. Others would look at World War II, and the truly heroic record of the members of the SUP during the war for democracy, as the outstanding achievement of these last 100 years. I won't argue it one way or another. All these achievements deserve the strongest possible recognition. "But let'~ add to that list of outstanding achievements the creation and the continued defense of the Sailors' hiring hall. The hiring hall was a trade union answer to favoritism. corruption and violence on the waterfront. It was a unique method of expressing the solidanty of workers and their refusal to be played off against one another as they had been since time immemorial. "Harry Lundeberg deserves to be remembered for many things, but if you ask me, Harry's defense of the hiring hall , against the Copeland Fink Book first enacted into law in 1936, against the Maritime Commission's so-called ·recruitment and manning office' of the World War II years, and finally, against the anti-hiring hall provisions of the Taft-Hartley Act-these efforts stand right in there among the great achievements of this union. That the hiring hall today remains the cornerstone of our union is a tribute to Harry Lundeberg and all who worked with him on these issues." Weisberger is survived by his wife, Ann, and two children, Eugene and Ruth. U.S./Canada Pact (Continued from Page 1.) ment calls for those exports to be shipped on U.S. bottoms. But there is some concern that if that cap was increased, the extra oil could be open to Canadian ships or ships of most favored nations. Congressional reaction to the maritime provisions has been intense. ''Generally a trade agreement, no matter who it is with or how important it is, must not impinge on U.S. national security interests. The transportation annex to this agreement violates this agreement. If they consider this a compromise, they are full of baloney,'' said Rep. Walter Jones (D-N.C.), chairman of the House Merchant Marine and Fisheries Committee. Jones was the sponsor of a House resolution, with more than 240 coponsors, asking that maritime issues be removed from the talks. A similar Senate measure gained the support of 56 senators. Currently there are attempts to find a way to remove the maritime provisions from the agreement. Normally under the authority of the so-called ••fast track" rule, the entire package must be approved by the Senate and House. But only the whole package can be voted on; congressional members are not allowed to approve one section or reject another. There is an effort under way to allow the Senate and House to vote on the maritime c:;ections separately. October 1987 1 LOG I 3 �SIU Part of Coalition that Helped Skyranger Crew Example of FOC Seamen's Plight Fifty or 60 years ago, the conditions and cruelties that the Filipino crew of the Skyranger had to endure this summer, were almost standard on U.S .flag ships before a strong maritime labor movement gelled. The captain of the ship refused to take on or make enough fresh water for everyday needs. The crew collected rain water from the boat deck for their laundry and showers. But the discharge from the ship's stack contaminated the water with oil and sulphuric soot, and several crewmembers broke out in painful rashes. Milk and bread were reserved for the three Greek officers on the ship while the 15 unlicensed crewmembers were served third rate, poor quality food. No citrus fruits or juices were available for the crew. With only a few sets of silverware and dishes aboard, the crew was forced to eat in shifts or to grab handfuls of rice. When the captain was in a good mood (seldom according to crewmembers), he would send the officers' leftovers to the crew's mess. The owners of the Skyranger , a Greek company that registered this ship in Cyprus , used a Greek manning agency (BSR) from Cyprus to hire crew from other countries such as the Philippines. The men were required to sign blank "contracts" and stationery. Later the blanks were filled in by the local Filipino manning agency with wages, benefits and terms such as length and conditions of employment. These "contracts" were then sub- mitted to the Philippine Overseas Employment Administration to obtain official Philippine government approval of being not less than the minimum of the ILO (International Labor Organization). Astonishingly, the POEA stamped their approval of $170 for monthly base wages for ABs and oilers with an additional 30 percent of this base wage ($51.00) for an extra 120 hours of overtime per month that the crewmember had to work before any hope of additional overtime money, and none was paid. The ILO minimum wages for ABs and oilers is $276.00 per month plus daily overtime of $2.05 per hour and $3.68 per hour on weekends, plus leave/vacation compensation of $11.04 per month. The captain refused to carry toilet paper and lacked seats on the toilets , as the captain explained this was a healthier way to avoid transmitting AIDS by washing with the toilet' s seawater after flushing! He pointed out that some Greek ships have simple holes in the deck with foot pads on the sides. The crew finally took the matter. into their own hands and got their own toilet paper. The liferafts hadn't been inspected in 11 years according to the ship's records, admitted the captain; this company acquired the ship in January. The crew complained that the lifeboats were never tested again after it took them three hours of continuous, hard cranking by hand to simply raise each lifeboat during January, so they hoped the lifeboats could be lowered if nee- S , dministration, Back ILO Maritime Standards It was an unusual coalition. Representatives from several maritime unions, the State Department , the Labor Department and various business associations were all on the same side of a maritime issue for once. The issue, aired at a Senate Committee on Foreign Relations hearing earlier this month . was the International Labor Organization (ILO ) convention 147 , which ets up certain minimum standards onboard merchant ships. If those standard were enforced, the crew of the Skyranf?er (see accompanying story) and of hundreds of other flag-of-convenience (FOC) ships could be protected from the unfair and unsafe conditions under which many are forced to labor. ''The SIU believes that every human being employed in a shipboard capacity deserves the highest standards of safety and working environment ... All too often we read about the inhumane conditions aboard substandard vessels. In many cases, life aboard these vessels is an exercise in cruelty. Filthy living conditions, inadequate diet, grueling physical labor, little pay and lax safety standards, which are unacceptable to any advanced civilization, are often commonplace aboard these vessels," SIU Legislative Director Frank Pecquex testified. 4 I LOG I October 1987 The seafarers who would benefit most from the ILO convention would mainly be third-world seamen sailing FOC vessels. Seafarers from the more advanced nations are already protected by their own countries ' labor laws and strong union support. Pecquex also noted that the enforcement of minimum safety and life standards would improve overall safety at ea . "Cost savings achieved by ignoring standards at sea is a certain formula for human misery, unreliable crews and lost ships. Well-trained professionals will not accept such conditions of employment," he said. Statistics bear out the fact that most at-sea accidents, loss of life and injuries occur on FOC ships with little or no crew restrictions or safety and training enforcement. One of the key provisions for enforcement of the standards in the ILO convention is port control. That gives the country in which a substandard vessel from another nation calls on, some enforcement powers. The main areas covered in the convention are manning requirements, safety training. medical care, diet and social security provision s. The Reagan administration has recommended the adoption of the convention Edd Morris (center), the Union's ITF rep, was part of a multi-union and concerned organization group which helped the Skyranger crew win their strike for basic living and safety standards on the Greek-flag ship. essary and not be ''frozen.'' For those reasons and others , crewmembers on the Skyranger wrote to the SIU earlier this summer and asked for help. They got it, notjust from the SIU. But help came from a coalition of American labor and service groups who are trying to tum up the heat on flag-of-convenience (FOC) owners and trying to improve the lives and working conditions of seamen who are suffering the same indignities American seamen did decades ago. When the Skyranger tied up in New York, Edd Morris, the Union's ITF rep, and representatives from more than half a dozen groups were ready. ''They had a pretty lengthy list of complaints and wanted to settle them with the company. They went on a "work-to-rule" strike, sort of a slowdown. But when the company refused to negotiate, they went on a full strike. They took a lot of risks," Morris said. While the crew took a lot of risks , they were lucky in some respects because several unions and other organizations have strengthened their stand against FOC shipowners . The cooperation with the ILO, the International Transport Workers Federation (ITF) and American organizations is an attempt to both better the lives of seamen around the world and in some respects to show Americans what "cheaper" foreign competition really means. Morris said that when the Skyranger went on strike, members of the ILA and the Operating Engineers (crane operators) refused to move cargo off the ship. The port police and immigration office made sure the U.S. laws weren't unjustly applied. In addition, an ITF inspector from the NMU (Spiro Varras) joined the effort with participation of their legal staff to help the crew. This was a unified action incorporating broad legal cooperation, pooling skills and experiences of attorneys from the SIU, NMU, plus the ITF attorney in Manila and their Manhattan office, as well as the ILA. The Seamen's Rights Center in Port Newark was instrumental , too , with Director Barbara Crafton being personally involved. He said that besides the crew signing the blank contracts for the manning agent, the crew discovered that the manning agency was skimming 20 percent off the top of the allotments the crew had sent home every month. While the unions and the Seamen's Rights Center (an arm of the Seamen's Church Institute) were pressuring the shipowners and others for the back pay and to remedy the deplorable working conditions, the crew got in touch with the Philippine consulate in New York and the embassy in Washington. They proved little help. "All they did was come aboard and chastize the crew for causing such a problem. But that's somewhat typical. Most governments don't do much in situations like that. If the governments helped out, these ILO scales and shipping regulations are approved by the UN, maybe something could be done," Morris said. Some countries , the Scandanavian countries, Italy, Australia, Israel and some others with strong labor movements , crack down on ships and conditions like the Skyranger' s , but not many, Morris said. Even the U .S. Coast Guard which had more than two weeks to inspect the ship when it was tied up , did not know inspecton was requested. Eventually, the Skyranger story turned out to have a happy ending. The company forwarded $21 ,000 in back and· rightfully due pay to the crew . It agreed to meet ILO tandards. It replaced the captain who had run the ship with an unfair and iron hand. The new captain is " a very decent" guy, Morris said. There are two major reasons the SIU has become more heavily involved in cases like this , Morris said. The first is the most obvious: thousands of sailors from around the world face similiar and worse conditions and need help. The second is that if more and more ships and crews are brought to higher standards, even though nowhere close to American and European standards, the gap between the cost of U .S.-ftag shipping and FOC shipping will dwindle. The FOC shipping companies and governments supplying seamen for the FOC trade like to threaten such seamen that the ITF affiliated unions are only seeking to raise the crew costs (Continued on Page 10.) �Area Vice Presidents' Report West Coast by V.P. George McCartney I was saddened to learn of the death of Morris Weisberger, who took over the helm of the Sailor's Union of the Pacific after the death of the legendary Harry Lundeberg. Morris was one of the last surviving links to the early days of the modern seamen's movement, and he will be missed. It was an honor for me to serve as one of his pallbearers. After all, Morris played an important role in many of this Union's early organizing drives. As I noted in my last column, the Isthmian and Cities Services organizing drives put this Union on the map. As New York port agent for the SUP, Morris provided the fledgling A&G District with valuable advice and contacts. He developed a strong working relationship with Paul Hall. Despite their different styles, the two were a dynamic team. The two men couldn't have been more different. Hall, a spell-binding orator from Alabama, had an imposing physical presence. Weisberger, who hailed from Cleveland, was known for his cautious nature, his acerbic wit and his almost encyclopedic knowledge of the maritime industry. There were two truly remarkable things about the Isthmian and Cities Service campaigns. For one thing, a handful of rag-tag sailOfS were able to take on the world's biggest oil companies and win. In addition, these wins came at a time when the rest of the labor movement was suffering setbacks in signing up new members. Congress had passed the Taft-Hartley Act in 1947, which made it much more difficult for unions to organize new workers. One more thing: there are reports that the historic S.S. Monterey will be returning to active service. The famous passenger liner will begin a regular schedule of seven-night cruises through the Hawaiian Islands. The ship will be manned top-tobottom by an MM&P crew. As President Drozak notes elsewhere in this issue, top-to-bottom crews were in existence long before there was a SMU. Former SUP head Harry Lundeberg experimented with top-to-bottom SUP crews in the 1950s. But nothing came of the idea until a few years ago, when licensed unions like the MM&P and District 1-MEBA sought to establish top-to-bottom organizations like PASS and Top Gallant. PASS and Top Gallant were an effort on the part of licensed unions to protect the job security of their members by bypassing unlicensed hiring halls. When President Drozak formed SMU last year, these organizations were on the verge of becoming an institutionalized part of the maritime industry. Had Drozak failed to deal with this phenomenon, then the job security of all unlicensed seamen would have been severely compromised. History is full of surprises. Few seamen in World War II would have predicted that the A&G District would one day become the largest unlicensed seamen's union. Yet the fact that we were an AFL union helped us tremendously, and so did our structure: unlike other AFL maritime unions, we organized seamen along industrywide lines. In a sense, the A&G District was an historical accident. In 1945 we were the runt of maritime labor. By 1950 we had become a power on the waterfront. The NMU's internal problems, which I discussed in my last column, made it possible for us to survive and prosper. The very structure of Top Gallant and PASS, top-to-bottom unions formed by the licensed officers unions, would have given their companies a competitive edge over those which employed unlicensed seamen. SMU evens the playing field. The most important thing about history is that it often serves as a guide to the present, if you let it. discuss our objection to Section 7 of that document. We pointed out that the present procedure was and is causing a serious hardship on our members as well as the deviation from prevailing maritime practice. We further cited the unfairness of the policy and pointed out several instances where our members who were MSCPAC marine employees were stranded in the continental U.S. as well as foreign countries with no funds to bail out. It was a lengthy and productive meeting, and management understood our complaint. However, by necessity, the decision will have to be made in Washington, D.C., and it will be a while before we learn the decision. Workers gained an important point of leverage in the maritime industry when ''checkerboard'' (desegregated) crews were introduced onboard Americanflag vessels because seamen could then mount a truly united front. Many people view the NFL players strike as a symbolic test of organized labor's strength, much the same way that the PATCO strike was perceived at the start of the Reagan administration. Organized labor is coming off a big win with the Bork nomination. Winning the NFL football players strike would send out a powerful message that organized labor is back. Nineteen eighty-eight will be an important election year. Seamen, more than most other workers, have suffered greatly at the hands of the Reagan administration. Now, more than ever, it is important to get politically involved. That means registering to vote, donating to SPAD. And yes, until that football strike is settled, it means turning off the t. v. on Sundays. There may be hundreds of different labor unions, but when it comes down to it, we all sink or swim together. Gulf Coast by V.P. Joe Sacco T Government Services Division by V. P. Buck Mercer I N the September issue of the LOG, I discussed two items of concern to MSCPAC marine personnel, one of which has finally come to pass. That is, the 3.5 percent increase on wages due since April 1, 1985, has-at lastbeen paid. The other matter was that of travel expense money for the MSCPAC mariner when he or she is required to join a ship in other than the home port. Remember, the present MSC procedure calls for the mariner to pay travel expenses out of his or her own pocket, then submit a travel claim to the ship's purser or master, then wait weeks, or even months, to recover reimbursement of the money spent to travel on behalf of the government. The SIU believes this procedure to be a glaring inequity and should be rectified. We have taken steps to do just that. The SIU directed a letter to CO MSC Washington, D.C., via the local MSCPAC, taking exception to Section 7, ''Travel Claims and Advances'' of their Civilian Marine Personnel Instruction 4650 which encompasses all the rules and regulations from A to Z governing all civilian marine employees of the U.S. Navy. In addition, we met with MSCPAC management to HE SIU was able to reach an agreement with G&H Towing Company. I'd like to thank the members of the negotiating committee for the fine work they did in helping us get a contract. We're also getting ready for upcoming negotiations with the Delta Queen Steamboat Company and the Orgulf Energy Transport Company. We're looking forward to a united and solid membership. These and other negotiations that I've been in make me even more aware just how important unions are. Unfortunately, a large portion of the American public doesn't understand the issues involved. They don't know the truth about unions. For instance, I was greatly disappointed to find out that 40,000 fans attended the Dallas Cowboys opener the other day. The American public asks a lot from its football starspeople idolize them, expect them to be role models, live vicariously through their achievements. And yet, these same fans will go to a game played by scabs. Many people just can't get past the fact that some football players get paid a lot of money. Yet the issues involved are the same as for other unions. Management will try to persuade the public that the workers involved are overpaid and undeserving of support. It's the same trick they used in the P ATCO strike and with the pilots of Eastern Airlines. And yes, with seamen. Management's primary objective is to divide the working people. In the 1950s, Southern populists who opposed segregation tried to point out that working class whites suffered great economic harm from segregation because management could play one group of workers against another. East Coast by V.P. Leon Hall F IFTY-THREE senators have announced that they intend to vote against the confirmation of Robert Bork to the Supreme Court. This marks an important victory for organized labor and civil rights groups. Despite efforts by the White House to paint Judge Bork as a moderate, New Right and fundamental religious groups viewed the Bork appointment as a way of drastically rewriting Supreme Court rulings on civil rights and privacy. While liberal groups geared up for the fight, it was the failure of Judge Bork and the administration to persuade moderates like Arlen Spector, Richard Shelby and William Coleman which doomed the nomination. Conservative groups have protested that the confirmation hearings have unduly ''politicized'' the confirmation process. Yet liberal and labor group were only copying techniques perfected by the New Right. One reason why opposition to the Bork nomination was so fierce was that the American people finally woke up to the fact that many of their rights are decided in courts. To give one example of what I am talking about: workers would be much better off if they did not have to contend with the conservative, anti-labor appointments that President Reagan has made to the National Labor Relations Board. Emboldened by these appointments, business groups have had a field day making hash of workers' (Continued on Page 10.) October 1987 I LOG I 5 �r>W·"'-' InIan ews -.m"""'· ---~--· 1 tug/to ~ I~ harge/dredge I ":"·~:·: -~:; ;: : ·: : : :·=· ~s:.: : ~: :-:; :;:'"m: ;:;:;:;~=: ;:~if:r:f:E)J:j:;f mt;i;~ i · More than 250 SIU Boatmen at Curtis Bay and McAllister Brothers towing companies remain 100 percent solid on the picket lines in Baltimore, Norfolk and Philadelphia. They have been on strike since early this month. The strike against McAllister (owners of Baker/Whiteley Towing in Baltimore) began Sept. 30 after the company refused to bargain in good faith for its operations in the three ports. The SIU has filed unfair labor practice charges against McAllister. The Curtis Bay picketing began after a short contract extension expired Oct. 3, and negotiators from both sides were unable to reach an agreement. However, talks between the Union and Curtis Bay are continuing. The walkout came on the heels of outrageous contract concessions demanded by McAllister. ''They want to roll back wages 20 years,'' said SIU President Frank Drozak. Some of the demands, rejected out of hand by the membership, included: • Manning reductions by as much as 50 percent; • Elimination of the 8-hour day and hourly wage rate; • Institution of a 24-hour day and daily wage rate which could work our to as low as $3 .50 per hour; • Elimination of overtime; • No holidays; • No vacation. ''The 8-hour day has been around for a century, and the last time I checked even the Right-To-Work committee gives their employees holidays and vacations. McAllister must have wanted to start a strike so they could try to bust the Union. Well the SIU will be in those ports long after McAllister goes belly-up, if that's what it takes," Drozak said. One McAllister captain in Norfolk said, "I think the company's offer is an insult and a slap in the face. I've spent 17 years here, and when I think of the years I spent to obtain my licenses and the expertise needed to run these boats in some almost impossible positions and learning what it takes to move ships in and out of every pier in Hampton Roads, I just can't believe what they want.'' In Norfolk, striking SIU Boatmen have continually manned picket lines at both Curtis Bay and McAllister operations since the strike began. Late reports from all three ports indicate the scab crews have been having trouble operating safely. They are banging ships and piers and damaging their equipment. In addition, the companies are having to allot much more time for docking operations because the crews are slow and inexperienced. Pictured above in Norfolk are (I. to r .) R.L. Ainsley, Port Agent Jim Martin, Bennie Dize, Eddy Brinn, Randy Cutworth and Billy Williams. DOCKING PILOTS We Are in This Together October 21, 1987 Dear Member: The SIU is 100 percent behind yoµ in our strike against McAllister and Curtis Bay. As president of this Union, I will not allow a few well-heeled company lawyers to dictate the working conditions of our membership. I have committed the entire resources of the SIU to this struggle. We are in this strike for the duration, and with your full commitment we will prevail. McAllister and Curtis Bay have sent us a message-they want to bust the SIU. The shallow arguments their lawyers have used are irrelevant; their motivation is greed, pure and simple. It is time for the SIU to send them our response; this Union will not be broken. These companies want us to crawl back to work for 1960's wages. This is the 1980s, not the 1960s. Their executives would not work for 1960's wages. The companies would not reduce their tariffs tq 1960's levels. Yet when it comes to the crews that man their tugs, they want to roll the clock back 25 years. This is ridiculous, and we will not tolerate it. We are a reasonable Union and we represent reasonable men and women. In hard times we have sat down with many an operator and negotiated an agreement that keeps them in business and keeps us working. We can do that with reasonable companies. However, in this case, these companies are not interested in a reasonable agreement. It's time for a little education. These companies have forgotten that they need you. This industry needs people of your integrity, knowledge, experience and skill. These companies need you back on their tugs. This Union is pledged to an all-out effort, using every legal means available to successfully resolve this strike. We are in this together, and together we cannot be defeated-not here, not now, not ever. Fraternally, Frank Drozak President 6 I LOG I October 1987 Many SIU tug crewmen are also docking pilots in the three ports. Their work as docking pilots is independent from their jobs onboard the tugs. But in all three cities, pilots who are also SIU members have refused work as docking masters for either company. Some of the probl'ems reported show how their skills are sorely missed. In all three ports striking SIU members reported that the scab crews were having a hard time handling the powerful tug boats. One pier was hit so hard by a tug in Philadelphia that sparks were visible. Another tug slammed into the Packer Ave. pier and then narrowly avoided hitting a U.S. Navy ship. In Norfolk there have been several reported groundings by the scab crews. One tug had its railings knocked down and another threw her stern into the pilings at Town Point Park, according to reports . As one striker pointed out "They're having these problems in ideal weather." So far the Coast Guard has refused to investigate the reports. But the SIU has sent letters to the Coast Guard commanders in all three areas asking for investigations into McAllister's operations, particularly its safety shortcomings. "Many of the new crews are inexperienced in their work. In addition, the majority of docking pilots currently in use are neither properly licensed to perform the necessary functions of a pilot nor are they qualified to adequately dock vessels. This has and continues to create an extremely dangerous situation,'' Drozak said in the letters. Dangerous and toxic cargoes move in and out of all three ports, and accidents involving those materials could be disastrous to the cities and their citizens. Even docking ships with safe cargo is an exact and dangerous operation, and the errors of inexperienced crews could lead to civilian injuries and the disruption of port operations. Drozak warned that if these boats are allowed to continue to operate without qualified crews and pilots, losses are bound to occur. He asked for immediate Coast Guard investigations. AFL-CIO SUPPORT As the strike continued, the AFLCIO and its local councils in the three ports threw their support to the striking Seafarers. A rally in Baltimore with hundreds of labor supporters was scheduled for Oct. 21 in front of Curtis Bay headquarters. "I know you've been there for everybody else, the Steelworkers, the Machinists-now we will be there for you,'' said Ernie Greco of the Metro Baltimore AFL-CIO. Baltimore City Council John Schaeffer (an SIU member during World War II) said McAllister demands ''. . . paint a typical picture of union busting. I stand ready to help in any way." �gineers who want to take over the jobs of QMEDs and DEMACs. True unity comes only when there is mutual respect for the rights of all parties involved. (Continued from Page 2.) been lost to foreign shipping interests. It provides our newer members with good job opportunities and a very real opportunity for career advancement. Wages for unlicensed seamen working for SMU-contracted companies are better or equal than those for NMU seamen working onboard similar vessels. That's a fact. In addition, SMU provides SIU members with the following benefits: e It provides a member with the chance to go from wiper to engineer, or from Ordinary Seaman to captain with no change of union. e It protects your job security from those who would like to destroy all maritime unions. e e It allows new work to be obtained which new companies would have no chance of getting under existing maritime contracts. It replaces jobs lost in other areas. ... New Pensioners The following Inland members have retired on pension: Baltimore Harold W. Thompson, captain Houston James S. Bacon, captain James Brunell, engineman Sibi J. LeBlanc, deckhand Homer G. Warren St. Louis Harold D. Barragan, deckhand SMU was the first instance of a licensed and unlicensed maritime union working out a formal arrangement to protect the interests of their members. It was made possible by the close working relationship between the SIU and District 2, which has spanned several decades. It is a full partnership in every sense of the word. The about-to-be-merged NMU and District 1 may try to make a similar claim, but you have to wonder. There is nothing in the recent history of District 1 which would lead one to suspect that unlicensed seamen, especially in the engineroom, will have much of a future in a new organization which includes an association of en- A MATTER OF STRENGTH Dispatchers Report for Inland Waters SEPTEMBER 1-30, 1987 *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class 8 Class C Port New York ........................ . Philadelphia ...................... . Baltimore ........................ . Norfolk ......................... . Mobile .......................... . New Orleans ...................... . Jacksonville ...................... . San Francisco . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wilmington ....................... . Seattle . .... ... .................. . Puerto Rico ...................... . Houston . ....... ..... .... ....... . . Algonac ......................... . St. Louis ........................ . Piney Point ....................... . Totals .......................... . 0 2 6 32 1 0 2 0 3 0 0 3 10 0 1 60 0 0 0 12 0 0 2 0 2 0 0 4 2 0 0 22 0 1 0 DECK DEPARTMENT 0 0 0 0 6 0 0 0 0 0 35 7 0 0 0 4 0 26 0 0 3 0 5 0 39 . 0 0 1 0 20 0 0 2 11 1 0 76 0 0 1 0 29 0 0 3 3 2 0 45 0 0 2 0 34 0 0 4 0 0 Port 0 **REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class e Class C 0 2 4 35 1 2 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 10 0 0 1 0 0 34 0 5 0 0 0 0 0 3 4 0 6 11 1 1 4 0 8 0 2 0 40 98 25 15 0 0 0 10 0 0 1 0 0 0 8 0 0 0 0 8 0 0 0 2 0 0 18 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 ENGINE DEPARTMENT New York ........................ . Philadelphia ...................... . Baltimore ........................ . Norfolk . .. . .. ................... . Mobile .......................... . New Orleans ...................... . Jacksonville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . San Francisco . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wilmington ..................... . . . Seattle .......................... . Puerto Rico . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Houston ......................... . Algonac ......................... . St. Louis ........................ . Piney Point ....................... . Totals .................... .... .. . Port New York ........................ Philadelphia ...................... Baltimore ........................ Norfolk ......................... Mobile .......................... New Orleans ...................... Jacksonville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . San Francisco . .................... Wilmington ....................... Seattle ....... .................. . Puerto Rico . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Houston ......................... Algonac ......................... St. Louis . .. ..................... Piney Point ....................... Totals .......................... TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class e Class C 0 0 0 15 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 6 0 0 0 0 4 0 0 0 22 0 0 0 7 0 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 0 0 15 0 0 0 0 7 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 1 0 18 2 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 Totals All Departments ............... . 100 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 0 0 0 6 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 6 0 0 13 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 0 0 0 0 11 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 0 0 0 17 0 0 2 12 0 0 0 0 42 0 0 0 0 0 1) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 2 0 0 0 18 0 0 0 0 36 0 0 0 3 0 0 57 0 0 0 0 0 10 0 0 5 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 8 0 0 0 15 0 1 0 5 0 0 14 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 2 0 0 17 1 0 28 0 0 0 2 0 0 46 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 3 44 48 106 64 42 197 89 18 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 7 0 0 0 0 0 *"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. I I DONT BEUGEDI • 1' IF YOUI/AYE AD~UG PA>OllJ.£M I ue-1p1s I AVAILABl.E. . CONTACT YOURP"RT AGENT OR PINEY/ POINT • October 1987 I LOG I 7 s. �In its monthly series of interviews and reports, "PROFILES" will highlight key government officials instrumental in shaping national and maritime policy. Rep. Rep. Tim Johnson James A. Hayes A A FOURTH generation South Dakotan, Congressman Tim Johnson (D-S.D.) was elected to Congress in November 1986 with nearly 60 percent of the vote. Johnson is a graduate of the Vermillion (S.D.) High School and earned a bachelor of arts degree from the University of South Dakota, where he was awarded the Phi Beta Kappa academic honor. He also holds a master of arts degree from that university in political science. He later studied at Michigan State University in the post graduate political science program, and earned a law degree (J .D.) from the University of South Dakota in 1975. In the early '70s, Rep. Johnson worked as budget adviser to the Michigan State Senate Appropriations Committee and began private law practice in Vermillion in 1975. Ten years later he was Clay County Deputy State's Attorney. He was elected to the South Dakota State House of Representatives in 1978 and was re-elected in 1980. When a 1980 reapportionment left a state Senate seat open, he ran for the state Senate and was elected in 1982 and ran unopposed in the election two years later. In the South Dakota legislature, Johnson served on the Joint Appropriations Committee and the Senate Judiciary Committee. He was the ranking Senate Democrat on the Appropriations Committee and was regarded as a leading spokesman for his party on budget issues in the legislature. The congressman earned a reputation for effectiveness and influence in the legislature. He received the first annual Billie Sutton Award for Legislative Achievement from the South Dakota Democratic Party, and was Rep. Tim Johnson named the Outstanding Citizen of Vermillion in 1983, the same year the South Dakota Education Association presented him its "Friend of Education" Award. After election to the U.S. Congress as South Dakota's only member of the House of Representatives, Johnson was named to serve on the Committee on Agri{;ulture and the Committee on Veterans Affairs. The congressman has come out with some strong viewpoints on the defense of this country. ''The balance that we must seek in our defense spending,'' he writes in a defense position paper, "is to ensure that we are strong enough that we don't invite military adventures from our adversaries, yet not spend so much that we cannot fund our real human needs." He believes that the Reagan administration's defense requests often exceed what is actually needed and that it also has misplaced some of its priorities as to where the money should go. But while he is often critical of large outlays for certain defense projects, Johnson does believe that more money needs to be spent in certain areas, particularly in military readiness. "If we cannot respond to problems in the world in a quick and effective manner, then we are certainly not doing ourselves or countries that rely on us any service.'' LIFETIME resident of Lafayette, La., Congressman James A. "Jimmy" Hayes (D-La.) was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives, lOOth Congress, on Nov. 4, 1986 with 57 percent of the vote from his seventh district. He was graduated from Lafayette High School and went on to earn a B. S. in political science from the University of Southwestern Louisiana and a law degree (J.D.) from Tulane University School of Law. Admitted to the Louisiana State Bar in 1970, the congressman became a practicing attorney at law, representing primarily business, real estate and banking interests, and was associated with several law firms prior to taking a position as commissioner of Financial Institutions for the state of Louisiana. He served as a member of the Louisiana Farm Market Commission and was assistant district attorney in the parishes of Lafayette, Acadia and Vermilion (the first, third and fourth largest of the nine parishes contained in the seventh district) for nine years. As assistant district attorney, Hayes maintained a slightly better than 96 percent conviction rate. He helped redraft and rewrite the Louisiana Banking Code in its entirety, and in- Rep. Jimmy Hayes dependently drafted regulations to implement Louisiana securities law. Both laws were passed by the Louisiana legislature and have been praised by national organizations. As commissioner of Financial Institutions, his office always maintained a balanced budget and, in fact, returned $7.5 million in the two years of his service. In the U.S. Congress, Hayes was appointed to the U.S. House Committee on Public Works and Transportation and will serve on the subcommittees of Economic Development and Water Resources. He also was appointed to the U.S. House Committee on Science, Space and Technology and will serve on the subcommittees of Space Science and Applications; Science, Research and Technology; and Transportation, Aviation and Materials. Kuwait Charters U.S. Tanker After reftagging 11 of its own tankers under the Stars and Stripes, the government of Kuwait has come to terms with Marad to charter an American tanker, the 265,000 DWT Maryland. By chartering the Maryland, owned by Marad, U.S. law concerning crewing will apply. All officers must be U.S. citizens, and 75 percent of the unlicensed crew must be Americans. The reftagged Kuwaiti tankers only carry an American master. The reflagged tankers are receiving U.S. Navy protection in the Persian Gulf where attacks on shipping by both Iran and Iraq have increased during the past several weeks. In addition, more and more mines have been found near the shipping lanes. When those ships were first reflagged, it caused a storm of protest. The U.S. government waived crewing requirements, claiming a 100-year-old law allowed the tankers to carry only a U.S. captain. Since that time, several bills have been introduced in Congress to correct that situation, including one which would require that all ships reflagged U.S. carry 100 percent American unlicensed crews. There is some expectation that Kuwait will charter other idle U.S. ships. Glenagle Shipping Management (Houston) will operate the ship and make crewing arrangements. -----Personals----Help Needed If anyone knows the whereabouts of the wife or son of former Seafarer Ray William Sweeney, please get in touch with Clarence E. Free, 12459 Yancy, Houston, Texas 77015; tel. (713) 453-1693. The SIU was well-represented at a recent meeting of the East Baltimore Citizens Committee. The committee, created by Maryland Gov. William Donald Schaefer, keeps the lines of communication open between government and citizens. Pictured above are William Zenga of the Operating Engineers, Local 25, Marine Division; SIU Rep. Frank Paladino; Gov. Schaefer; Baltimore Port Agent Bob Pomerlane, and Ed Harrington of the Operating Engineers, Local 25, Marine Division. 8 I LOG I October 1987 Paul Pallas An old shipmate would like to get in touch with you. Please write to Clinton A. McMullen, 2 Alfred Rd., Kingston Township, Wyoming, Penn. 18644. Dave Marie, the cabbie in Savannah (Dec. 1981), would like to hear from you. Call her at (913) 3399511 or write: 8415 W. 108th St., #B, Overland Park, Kansas 66210. �Presenting their beautiful culinary confection to the birthday girl are members of the Bonnyman's steward department: Walter Johnson, crew mess; Mohamed Abdelfattah, 3rd cook; Patricia Port, saloon mess; John Hanrahan, chief cook, and Brian Gross chief steward. Birthday Aboard the Bonnvman The M/V 1st Lt. Alex Bonnyman (Maersk) recently spent a couple of weeks in the port of Bayonne, N.J. It was a convenient time for the ship's second mate, John A. Denton, to visit with his family. He writes: "I would like to thank Chief Steward Brian Gross and his staff for the gracious way my family was treated when visiting the vessel. My daughter had a birthday while on the vessel, and the steward department gave her a birthday party she will never forget. "The cake that the steward baked could not have been equalled by the finest bakers ashore.'' And thanks to Alfredo De Luise for sending us the photos commemorating that special day. Second Mate John A. Denton with his daughter. ----Pacer Goose 87 Resupply Mission Is A Success-----. Commendations for a job well done were given to masters, officers and crew of the M/V Samuel L. Cobb and the M/V Lawrence H. Gianella (Ocean Ships, Inc.) for their participation in Exercise Pacer Goose 87. The voyages to Thule and Sondre Strom, Greenland, were part of the annual resupply of petroleum product cargoes to the U.S. Air Force and NATO Arctic region bases there-and are vitally important to the security interests of the U.S. The NAVGRAM document from U.S. Navy Captain T.P. McGuire to the ships is reprinted at right. TO: MIV Samuel L. Cobb MIV Lawrence H. Gianella FROM: Capt. T.P. McGuire SUBJ: Exercise Pacer Goose 87 Support 1. You and your crew are commended for your professionalism, adept seamanship and shiphandling proficiency demonstrated during operations under adverse weather conditions in support of the Pacer Goose 87 resupply mission. • I 2. The professionalism and positive attitude of the officers and crew of the MIV Samuel L. Cobb and the MIV Lawrence H. Gianella made extremely difficult cargo discharge operations seem routine. i 3. It is noted that ice and weather conditions encountered this past season were the worst on record and that expert seamanship to handle the difficult maneuvering conditions was required. The accomplishment of your vital mission was in keeping with the highest traditions of the Military Sealift Command. 4. Well done. October 1987/LOG/ 9 �Rare Victory for Oppressed Crew (Continued from Page 4.) on FOC ships so that when the wages approach that of the developed nations, crews would no longer be gotten from the evolving nations. Arrogantly, shipping and P&I insurance companies flatly ask such crews, "Do you think a Greek shipowner would hire anyone other than a Greek or other Europeans if the crew cost was the same?" Even the Philippine consuls agreed, adding that "the number of jobs being lost to other countries, like Sri Lanka and Pakistan, is due to the increase of ITF action and contracts of FOC ships with Filipino seamen; thus, take what you can get and don't make any trouble!" "In some ways it's helping to create that 'level playing field' and stopping the 'slave ships'. "Morris said. "It is refreshing that just recently the marine insurance companies are finally reaching a similar conclusion by more cautiously insuring FOC ships from countries like Cyprus, Gibraltar and Panama due to their bad records with losses twice to triple that of other nations. This might be just another twist of the screw to extract higher insurance premiums, but maybe they are acting responsibly for a change." VICE PRESIDENTS' REPORT (Continued from Page 5.) rights. Workers in the maritime and transportation sectors have been particularly hard hit. Six years ago, getting a contract was a relatively routine matter. Now, union representatives find themselves tied up for months and years at a time in the courts fighting greedy owners. The latest example of this is McAllister and Curtis Bay. SIU members are currently striking these two tug companies which have asked for substantial and unconscionable give-backs. The workers in these companies have stood united against the companies. Scab workers now manning the vessels have run their vessels aground and have proven generally unreliable. SIU Joins NFL Players on the Picket Une Washington Redskin's center Russ Grimm autographs a picket sign for Diane Coleman and Tammy Padgett, SIU headquarters workers who joined the Skins and some 20,000 other union members and supporters outside Robert F. Kennedy Stadium in Washington, D.C. The massive demonstration was held the first week scab games were played during the National Football League Players Association Strike. At RFK, NFPLA supporters almost outnumbered the people inside, where the normally sold-out stadium (159 games in a row) was only halffull. After 24 days on strike, the players ended their walkout and filed an anti-trust suit against the owners. It's important to remember that the rights of our SIU brothers and sisters in these companies will ultimately be decided upon in the courts. The next president will have a chance to undo the harm caused by President Reagan's appointments to the National Labor Relations Board. GREAT LAKES by V.P. Mike Sacco T HE SIU won its strike against the Champion Auto Ferry Company which runs a ferry service between Algonac and Harsen's Island. The Union represents the pilots and deckhands on these vessels. I'd like to give a vote of thanks to SIU Rep Byron Kelley who handled the negotiations, and to the members themselves who stood united. Michigan House Bill H.R. 4474, also known as the Sailor's State Tax Reform Bill, would relieve Michigan seamen of the burden of filing income tax returns on a quarterly basis. Unfortunately, this much-needed bill has run Finance Committee Completes Work at Headquarters The Union's quarterly finance committee spent seVeral days at headquarters last month as they went over the SIU's expenses. Pictured above are Chief Electrician Red Harris, AB Ray Fernandez, Chief Steward Wheeler M. Washington, QMED and committee chairman Tom Doran, Chief Steward Michael Calhoun and Chief Steward Alexander P. Reyer. 10 I LOG I October 1987 into a little bit of a snag. The governor and the legislature are at loggerheads over the bill's wording. SIU Field Rep Larry Querry, who testified on behalf of the SIU earlier this year, is monitoring the bill's progress. Great Lakes seamen have been following the Canadian Free Trade talks with great concern. Local newspapers have reported favorably on the pact, but there has been little, if any, mention of the maritime industry, which stands to lose a great deal if the pact is enacted in its present form. At best, the pact would freeze support to the maritime industry at its present, depressed levels. Canadian operators would be able to compete for any new work generated by changes in cargo preference laws. Given the generous system of subsidies that Canadian operators enjoy, this would give Canadian shipping interests an almost insurmountable edge for this new work. Michigan is one of the target states for the 1988 primaries. It is a caucus state, which means that the March 26 primary date will be an important test of the candidates' organizational strengths. So far, at least, the Republicans have been garnering most of the publicity. The Michigan party has been torn between the moderates, who tend to support Vice President George Bush, and the evangelicals, who have demonstrated a surprising ability to organize. On the Democratic side, organized labor will play a critical role in determining the winner. Michigan is one of the most heavily organized states in the country. To give you an indication of how strong labor is here, the Detroit Lions failed to attract more than 5,000 people to the stadium during the first week of the NFL players strike. Michiganders like their football, but not if it's played by scabs. �Piney Point Visited by New T-5 Tanker he day was bright and sunny and the gusty winds whipped up small whitecaps on the Potomac River as the contingent of visitors from SHLSS made its way to the end of Steuart Petroleum's long concrete pier at Piney Point. Waiting to receive them was the U.S. merchant fleet's newest T-5 tanker, the Lawrence H. G ianella, noisily unloading its cargo of highly explosive jet fuel. On September 23, an eager group of SHLSS trainees and school representatives were treated to an impressive tour aboard the tanker. Built in Tampa, Florida and weighing in at a hefty 30,000 gross tons, this modern ship will be plying the waters up and down the Atlantic coast under a JP4 Military Sealift Command Time Charter 2MS contract for the next five years. The jet fuel being unloaded this day was brought up from Beaumont, Texas, stored in government-rented tanks on shore and eventually transported to power the jets at Andrews Air Force Base. T and manned by a crew of 3 5. Obviously proud of their modern, wellmaimained vessel, several crew members took turns showing their guests the entire workings of the ship from the top of the bridge, through the galley and the spacious private crew quarters down into the lowest level of the engine room where the noise level reached the 90 decibel range. One tour leader, Third Mate Pat Burke, was a 1978 graduate of the SHLSS. He was obviously delighted with being able to host visitors from his old school and to explain the many intricate workings of the bridge with its state-of-theart CAS (Collision Avoidance System). Captain Sheen was especially gracious, welcoming the visitors into ...... SHLSS trainees board the Lawrence H. Gianella. his office and volunteering as much information about the ship's operations as possible. He explained that in addition to trips from Houston, .Beaumont, and Key West, they are looking forward to making a possible December run down to Antarctica. Orders are generally given one trip ahead; however, that can change at any time, depending on the needs of the military. In executing its primary duty of transporting jet fuel for the Air Force, the Lawrence H. Gianella becomes a part of the Naval Reporting System. In order to ensure a quick response in case of national emergency, the Navy is very particular in requiring the reportage of the tanker's positioning and scheduling at all times. This information is The Lawrence H. Gianella is owned by Ocean Ships, Inc. (Houston, TX), captained by Master Robert Sheen, relayed through a network of satellites positioned around the globe. At one point, during a regularlyscheduled run, the bridge got a sudden call to help its sister ship, the Paul Buck, to refuel at sea. Being a government-contracted vessel, the G ianella is also involved in a federal program which designates it as a reporting agent in search of stolen boats or boats used for criminal intent-(drug smuggling). Naturally, all of this involvement with the government generates an enormous amount of paperwork for captain and crew; something which they view as a necessary evil. It's all a part of being our nation's Fourth Arm ofDefense--the U.S. Merchant Marine which now, more than ever, is relying on government work to help sustain the industry. • At left is Piney Point Port Agent Al Raymond with SHLSS trainees being shown around by Bosun Al Caulder, on the right. ~ SIU/SHLSS Manpower Coordinator Bart Rogers (right) and QMED Bob Cauldwell inspect the powerful engine of the Lawrence H. Gianella . • SHLSS Vice President Ken Conklin presents Captain Robert Sheen with a souvenir SHLSS/SIU cap. • Third mate Pat Burke on the bridge of the T-5 tanker Lau•rence H. Gianella with visitor Chris Tennyson inspecting the CAS (Collision Avoidance System) radar. October 1987 I LOG I 11 �Earn Your College Degree at Piney Point! M embers of the SIU sailing in the deck or engine departments can earn a two-year associate in arts degree by attending classes at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. Degrees in Nautical Science Technology or Marine Engineering Technology can be earned by combining credits from upgrading classes with credits earned in general education classes (math, English, science, etc.). The degree programs are approved by the Maryland State Board for Higher Education. The program is designed so that students can come to school for an eight-week session of the college general education courses. During that time, students take two to three courses in subjects such as physical science, college mathematics, sociology, composition, psychology, etc. The choice of courses is up to the student and is based on his or her particular needs and interests. Students return to Piney Point for courses when their schedules allow so that they can complete the number of courses needed to earn the degree. Most students are able ro complete the our First success ... On July 31, 1987, the SHLSS graduated its first student to receive an Associate in Arts degree through its own in-house program, Jonathan Dierenfeld from Seattle, Wash. He originally graduated from the SHLSS as a trainee in 1975. Shipping out of Seattle at four-month intervals, Mr. Dierenfeld used his time between jobs to go to school and most recently has been sailing on a small freighter out of Alaska. He found out about the SIU and the SHLSS in a round-about way. While in Montana, he picked up a hitchhiker who wanted to be in the merchant marine since he was a boy. This young man told Dierenfeld all about the SIU and got him to thinking that this might be the life for him also. After traveling around to numerous port cities, he ended up in Baltimore where he was given an application to the SHLSS. Graduating in 197 5, he returned in 1977 and got his ABook. About a year ago Dierenfeld began taking college freshman math, English composition and literature, and Industrial Psychology for his AA degree here at the SHLSS. He would very much like to see the program's continued ALL MEMBERS: If you have a deep sea deck or engine license please fill out the below coupon and mail it with a xerox copy of your license to: Manpower Coordinator S.H.L.S.S. Piney Point, Maryland, 20674 FIRST LAST MIDDLE MAILING A D D R E S S : - - - - - - - - - - - - - - HOME PHONE: _ __ AREA CODE general education requirements for the degree in three to four eightweek sessions. Some students have attended one, two or even three sessions in a year's period. The schedule for college program sessions appears in the LOG each month on the same page as the upgrading schedule. Seafarers are encouraged to take advantage of this great educational opportunity. For more information about the college programs, contact the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship, College Programs Office. growth and emphasis on quality education, and he encourages other SIU members to take advantage of the program. Mr. Dierenfeld waxes philosophical when reflecting on his educational experience in his "Message to the Next .Watch": One reason for the failure of many is the fact that they insist on manipulating A cooking Lesson!? riginally from Detroit and now living in San Diego, seaman Nick Nagy, who enrolled at SHLSS recently as a third mate student, has obtained his U.S. Coast Guard licensing. After first coming to SHLSS in 1981 for the Mates Program and later for the Recertified Bosuns, Nagy began studying on his own to work toward his goal of becoming a licensed seaman. He found that his independent study, however, was rather haphazard and lacked direction. Also, it was difficult for him to fit his studies into his daily schedule of working and supporting his wife and four children. Nagy finally decided that the only way he could adequately prepare for his licensing test would be to return to the SHLSS. The struc- 0 BOOK NO: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _~ TYPE & CLASS OF YOUR LICENSE: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ When would you be available to ship on your license if a job opportunity was available? DATE: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ ~ 12 I LOG I October 1987 reality co conform to personal perception rather than seeing things objectively. Let's accept each other for what we are and appreciate what each of us has to offer. This is not to say that we should lie back and do nothing with ourselves, for learning is a lifelong process. It starts with dedicating ourselves to understanding the laws of the universe. Once we obtain an understanding of these natural laws of existence, we arrive at the essence of spirituality and peace. Third mate Nick Nagy tured course of study, along with highly dedicated teachers and a full-time learning atmosphere, all worked together to help Nagy concentrate totally on his work. He credits hard work and lots of "after-hours" attention given by his instructors for his success in passing his licensing exam. He sums up his learning experience at SHLSS this way: "Learning the material here is just like someone teaching you how to cook. You can be given all the ingredients to a recipe, but the only way you are going to get a tasty meal is to take that recipe and try it out yourself. Here at the school, the instructors give us all the information we need to do the job right. It's up to the student to take that information and actually take the initiative to apply it." �Steward .Upgrading Courses 987 Upgrading Course Schedule Programs Geared to Improve Job Skills And Promote U.S. Maritime Industry October 1987 - December 1987 The following is the current course schedule for October 1987 December 1987 at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. For the membership's convenience, the course schedule is separated into six categories: Deck Department courses; Engine Department courses; Steward Department courses; Adult Education courses; All Department courses and Recertification Programs. Inland Boatmen and deep sea Seafarers who are preparing to upgrade are advised to enroll for class as early as po~ble. Although every effort will be made to fill the requests of the members, the classes are limited in size - so sign up early. The course schedule may change to reflect the membership's needs and the needs of the industry. SW Representatives in all ports will assist members in filling out the application. Course Check-In Date Completion Date Assistant Cook *Sealift Operations & Maint. October 14 November 30 November 27 December 24 Assistant Cook • Sealift Operations & Maint. November 25 January 11 January 8 February 5 Cook and Baker • Sealift Operations & Maint. October 14 December 14 December 11 January 8 Chief Cook *Sealift Operations & Maint. October 28 December 28 December 25 January 22 Chief Steward •Sea lift Operations & Maint. October 28 December 28 December 25 January 22 Adult Education Courses Check-In Completion Date Date Course For students who wish to apply for the GED, ESL, or ABE classes for the first six months of this year, the courses will be six weeks in length and offered on the following dates: High School Equivalency (GED) November 2 December 14 Adult Basic Education (ABE) & English as a Second Language November 2 December 11 The Developmental Studies Class (DVS) will be offered one week prior to some of the upgrading classes. College Programs Engine Upgrading Courses Course Fireman/Watertend r, "ler • Sealift Operations & Maint. Electro-Hydraulic Systems *Sealift Operations & Maint. Diesel Engineer - Regular • Sealift Operations & Maint. Check-In Date October 12 December 7 November 9 December 21 October 12 November 23 Check-In Date October 26 Course Associates in Arts Completion Date December 4 December 31 December 18 January 15 November 20 December 12 Completion Date December 18 College Program Sessions Schedule for 1988 January 11 March 21 May 23 August 8 October 17 March 4 May 13 July 15 September 30 December 9 UPDATE OF Honor Roll of QMED's Deck Upgrading Courses Course Check-In Date Completion Date Celestial Navigation November 2 December 4 Radar Observer December 7 December 12 Radar Observer (Renewal) Open ended course, however, must notify SH LSS before entering this course. LAST FIRST SSH 1v1IDDLE BOOK# Mailing Address sTREET: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ CITY: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Inland Deck Shiphandling Simulator October 12 Check-In Date November 2 Date You Received QMED: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ SPECIALTY COURSES COMPLETED: October 16 Recertification Programs Course Steward Recertification STATE: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ ZIP CODE _ __ Completion Date December 7 Name of Course & Date: 1. _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ 2. 3. - - - - - - - - 4. 5. - - - - - - - - 6. 7. - ------- If you are a Class I, QMED, have you applied to SHLSS to sit for your 3rd Asst. Engineers License? If so, date: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ DAY MONTH YEAR October 1987 I LOG I 13 �Apply Now for an SHLSS Upgrading Course . ·•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••··••········•·············•·•··········•········•················••·················•······•·····•······•• . I I _Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship Upgrading Application Name (Last) (first) Date of Birth (Middle) Address Mo./Day/Year (Street) (City) (State) Deep Sea Member D Telephone (Zip Code) Inland Waters Member D (Area Code) Lakes Member D Pacific D If the following imformation is not filled out completely your application will not be processed. Book#______ Seniority______ Oepartment_ _ _ _ __ Social Security# Veteran of U.S. Armed Forces 0 Yes 0 Home Port _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ No Endorsement(s} or License(s) Now Held _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Are you a graduate of the SHLSS Trainee Program: D Yes No D (if yes, fill in below) Trainee Program: From _______ to Last grade of schooling completed _ _ _ __ (dates attended) Have you attended any SHLSS Upgrading Courses: D Yes No D (if yes, fill in below) Course(s)Taken _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Do you hold a letter of completion for Lifeboat: D Yes No D Firefighting: D Yes No D ~ CPR: D Yes No D Date Available for T r a i n i n g - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Primary Language Spoken - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - I Am interested in the Following Course(s} Checked Below or Indicated Here if Not Listed DECK D D O D D 0 D D ENGINE AB/Seallft Towboat Operator Inland Celestial Navigation Master Inspected Towing Vessel 1st Class Piiot Third Mate Radar Observer Unlimited Simulator Course No transportation will be paid unless you present original receipts and successfully complete the course. STEWARD 0 FOWT 0 QMED-Any Rating O Variable Speed DC Drive Systems (Marine Electronics) o Marine Electrical Maintenance D Pumproom Maintenance & Operation D Automation D Ref rlgeratlon Systems Maintenance & Operations D Diesel Engine Technology D Assistant Engineer/Chief Engineer Motor Vessel D Orglnal 3rd/2nd Assistant Engineer Steam or Motor D Refrigerated Containers Advanced Maintenance O Hydraulics O Electro-Hydraulic Systems D D O O O Assistant Cook Utlllty Cook and Baker Chief Cook Chief Steward Towboat Inland Cook ALL DEPARTMENTS O Welding 0 Llfeboatman ADULT EDUCATION DEPARTMENT D Adult Basic Education (ABE) O High School Equlvalency Program (GED) D Developmental Studies (DVS) D English as a Second Language (ESL) O ABE/ESL Lifeboat Preparation COLLEGE PROGRAM o Associates In Arts Degree D Nautical Science Certificate You must list, or supply evidence of, sufficient time to qualify yourself for the course(s) you are requesting. VESSEL SIGNATURE RATING HELD DATE SHIPPED DATE OF DISCHARGE DATE~~~~~~~~~~~~~~- RETURN COMPLETED APPLICATION TO: Seafarers Harry Lundeberg Upgrading Center, Piney Point, MD. 20674 ..-.-..-........................................................................................................................... ......... ~- Rev 10187 14 I LOG I October 1987 ~-- .....\ ~ �APL Crews Don't Go Hungry SIU Stewards Feed the Presidents APL's President Garfield in San Francisco. Chief Cook S. Ghani (left) and Steward/Baker S. G. Wong keep an eye on a large roast. APL's President Monroe made its regular San Francisco call recently and Patrolman Gentry Moore made the ship. Pictured above are (I. tor.) Chief Steward Floyd King, Chief Cook Robinson Crusoe Moore, Jake Dusich, APL's asst. food steward, and an MFOW crewmember. SIU Patrolman Gentry Moore (left) has a chance to help the SIU steward department onboard APL's President Garfield catch up on the latest Union news. They are (I. to r.) Samuel Smith, assistant cook; S. G. Wong, steward/baker, and Chief Cook S. Ghani. Steward/Baker S. G. Wong serves 'em sunnyside up. October 1987 I LOG I 15 - �Burial at Sea for Senior Bosun by Bob Borden, PAO, MSCPAC Relatives, friends and former shipmates of Marty Collins gathered aboard the yacht Pacific Spirit in late September to pay their last respects to the senior bosun of MSCPAC. Collins died of heart complications Sept. 18 in Oakland. Known as a strict, no-nonsense mariner aboard ship, he was also remembered as a kind-hearted man ashore who was everybody's friend. Collins, a naturalized American who was born in Nova Scotia, spent almost 44 years sailing with the U.S. government, first as an AB with the Army Transportation Service and later as a bosun with MSTS when it was created in 1949. During World War II, he was wounded in the leg bringing troops to Normandy and was aboard ships in the North Atlantic that were torpedoed by enemy submarines. "Marty once told me that when he died, he wanted to be cremated and have his ashes tossed into the sea from the last ship he served aboard," said Irene Hall, Collins' close acquaintance over the past several years. Collins' final hip was the USNS Mercy, currently in Oakland, Calif. undergoing industrial work. The hospital ship isn't expected to move from its present berth until January, so Hall made plans with a local organization to have Collins' cremated remains put into the sea beyond the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco. About 75 persons were aboard the yacht, including five children of the veteran bosun, when it set sail from Berkeley Sept. 27 for Collins' final voyage. ' 'He was a good bosun , real hardcore, but a fair man ,' ' 'aid Collins' longtime friend, AB Edward Palmer, who first met Collins in t 965 on the USNS Arnold. "'There's nothing clo er than a shipmate, and I'm not afraid to say I wept when I heard Marty died. " Capt. Tom Savoie, the senior MSCPAC representative at the memorial service for Collins, spoke briefly to the mourners before Collin ' ashes were put into the Pacific. "I didn't know him personally but I am kin to him, for we are brothers of the sea," said Savoie. "'I understand the hardships Marty must have suffered and the years he spent separated from his loved ones. But the sea has its compensations, and it's a good, productive life. ''It's evident he never regretted going to sea, since his last wish was to be joined with her after his death. On behalf of all mariners who have ever sailed a ship, we honor him and commend his spirit to God.'' Commander Mike Ramming, a chaplain affiliated with an MSCPAC reserve unit, conducted the memorial service. As the friends and relatives of Collins walked along the starboard side of the yacht outside of the Golden Gate Bridge, they tossed single carnations and wreaths into the sea in tribute to the senior bosun ofMSCPAC. His former shipmates said it was the kind of service Marty would have enjoyed. MSCPAC Stays On Course j• :·:. ::.:·.~::. •• : ~: , ~·<:::_ ·-:~ MSCPAC AB Barry "Porpoise" Smith, the sailor's artist, recently completed a tour aboard the USNS Mercy and was placed back in the pool awaiting reassignment. He spent his shore time creating two impressive posters for MSCPAC, items which are popular in the fleet, ashore and in the maritime community. Smith also completed work on a series of prints which captured the spirit of the Mercy's recent humanitarian cruise to the Philippines. Prints from that series are being reproduced and sent to the various multiservice commands which were represented on the hospital ship during her deployment. 16 I LOG I October 1987 Mourners at the memorial service for Bosun Marty Collins toss flowers into the sea in tribute to the former MSPAC mariner as his ashes are committed to the Pacific. Containerization Exists in MSC by Bob Borden, PAO, MSCPAC When containerization of cargo first began back in the 1950s, many shipping companies believed it was the greatest advancement in shipping since the invention of the steamship. Given the economics of commercial shipping today, container vans are practically synonymous with private shipping. If you don't have them, you're unlikely to get much business. It comes as a surprise to some, then, when they learn that MSC-a government organization-maintains a sizeable fleet of dry cargo and reefer vans, just like its commercial counterparts. In a dusty lot across the street from the main gate of N SC Oakland, MSCPAC leases three acres of land from Naval Supply Center Oakland to survey, repair and stock parts for containers which eventually make their way up and down the West Coast and across the Pacific. ''The vans get a lot of use either on the highway or aboard ship," says George Holland, the only person in MCPAC with the title of container specialist. Holland oversees van repair work performed by four employees of the Navy's Public Works Center. Of the 600 MSCPAC containers, only about 50 are in Oakland, according to Holland. The remainder are in Port Hueneme, Honolulu, and Subic Bay, with some aboard MSCPAC controlled and chartered ships. "We've even loaned some to the Coast Guard and the Marine Corps," said Holland, a 12-year employee of the command. A neighbor of MSCPAC on the other side of Building 310, the Navy Resale and Services Support Office, frequently uses 20-foot containers and fills them with Navy exchange items which are then shipped to stores throughout the Pacific. On other occasions, the versatile vans have been used as tool and supply storage bins for ships undergoing repair work , and they've been spruced up to house shipping displays at public transportation functions. Years ago, MSC leased vans from a commercial firm but then discovered it was more cost effective to own the containers. Still, they aren't exactly (Continued on next page.) �Small Business Is Good Business by Bob Borden, PAO, MSCPAC The U.S. government is the largest purchaser of goods and services in the world. MSC, for its part, helped the government maintain that distinction in fical year 1986 with expenditures totalling over $1.8 billion. At a recent small business workshop at MSCPAC attended by 25 employees who deal with purchasing and contracts, Small Business Adminstration (SBA) representatives urged the command to make sure small and minority-owned businesses get their fair share of the MSC procurement pie. Regional SBA representatives told assembled employees about some of the basic programs within the SBA procurement division and how their organization communicates with the Department of Defense. "One of the reasons we encourage agencies to set aside procurement awards is to stimulate and increase the number of small businesses that could possibly bid on government contracts," said Robert S. Paccione, an assistant regional administrator with the SBA in San Francisco. "By doing this, we can stimulate the industrial base and hopefully increase the total number of sources for the government in different areas." In general, Paccione says American small businesses do get a fair percentage of government work primarily through subcontracts. He estimates about 40 percent of government sub- contract awards go to small businesses, with 20 percent of prime contracts going to smaller firms. "The primary purpose of the SBA in setaside awards is to try and stimulate the number of awards to small businesses," he says. "We're always trying to increase that percentage.'' Last year, 28 MSC contracts totalling $51.4 million were awarded to small business firms, including one on behalf of the Army for the construction of four Logistic Support Vessels at a firm fixed price of $41 million. COMSC's Diane Mukitarian , an SBA specialist who helped coordinate the MSCPAC conference with deputy EEO officer John Tate, would like to see more awards going to such firms in the future. "It's not only important that the small businesses get their fair proportion of DOD business, it's a statutory requirement,'' she emphasized. ''We're just playing our part and contributing to the Navy's overall contribution to the DOD program which is meant to ensure small businesses get a share of defense dollars.'' DOD also has contracting goals for minorities and is aiming for 5 percent of DOD contract funds in the next two fiscal years to be awarded to business firms owned and controlled by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals. To assist contracting officers to locate small and minority firms in their area, the SBA has established a program called PASS (Procurement Automated Source System) to assist small businesses to compete for government procurement opportunities. PASS is a national automated directory of small suppliers of goods and services. It lists profiles of almost 150,000 companies, including over 26,000 minority-owned and 27 ,000 women-owned firms. MSCPAC's John Tate, who carries the formidable title of Deputy for Small Disadvantaged and Women-Owned Businesses, has been busy in the San Francisco Bay Area trying to get the Containerization (Continued from Page 16.) cheap. A 20-foot reefer van, for example, can cost up to $23 ,000. Maintenance work usually runs around $2,000 per van, according to Holland. Most of the repair work involves fork lift damage to container sides, or replacement of bottom rails which bend when they slide on the deck vf a ship. A part of his job. Holland inspects every van when it's returned to his yard. He's also required to recertify containers for use every two years. "I've got more than enough work to keep me busy for some time to come,'' says Holland. Though MSCPAC has some 35-foot vans, it doesn't have any 40-foot containers, a size generally considered the industry standard. Several years ago , however, MSC acquired 3,000 of the larger vans as part of the SL-7 KNOW YOUR RIGHTS SHIPPING RIGHTS. Your shipping rights and seniority 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 receipt requested. The proper address for this is: Angus "Red" Campbell Chairman, Seafarers Appeals Board 5201 Auth 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 available 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 procurement package when the command bought eight of the former container ships from Sea-Land. Those containers have since been sold or dispersed to military bases in the U.S. and abroad. "Our vans may be smaller than the commercial containers but that doesn't mean they're lightweights" claims Holland. At a length of 20 feet, eight feet wide and just over eight feet high, an aluminum and plywood van can carry a gross weight of 44,800 pounds. ''If the door will shut,'' says Holland, ''the chances are pretty good the cargo inside can be moved." Bruce Stallings, a cargo specialist with the transportation office in Building 310, keeps track of MSCPAC van movements through message traffic. Eventually, says Stallings, the container transactions will be monitored by computer. YOUR RIGHTS CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. 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 contents. Any time you feel any member or officer is attempting 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 committee 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 recommendations. 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. word out about MSCPAC and the procurement opportunities available from the command. Over the past few months, he and his staff have participated in small business fairs, held workshops for a black business exchange and attended an Hispanic business conference. ''MSCPAC is doing extremely well at the present time in the procurement area and we're seeing a greater proportion of business now done with smaller firms," notes Tate, who always likes to remind listeners that 98 percent of all companies in the U.S. are small firms. 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 national or geographic origin . If any member feels that he is denied the equal rights to whiCh he is entitled. he should notify Union headquarters. patrolman or other Union official, in your opinion, fails to protect your contract rights properly, contact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY - THE LOG. 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In the event anyone attempts to require any such payment be made without supplying a receipt. or if a member i 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 he reported to Union headquarters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DONATION -SPAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fund. Its proceeds are used to further its objects and purposes including, 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 condition 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 hy certified mail within 30 days of the contribution for investigation and appropriate action and refund. if involuntary. Support SPAD to protect and further your economic, political and social interests, and American trade union concepts. If at any time a member feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he has been denied bis constitutional right of ~ to Union records or information, be should immediately notify SIU President Frank Drozak at Headquarters by certified mail, return receipt requested. The address is 5201 Auth Way and Britannia Way, Prince Georges County, Camp Springs, Md. 20746. October 1987 I LOG I 17 �LNG Crews Ratify New ConUactForEightShips Seafarers aboard the eight Energy Transportation Inc. LNG ships overwhelmingly ratified a new three-year pact last month in a series of shipboard meetings. Each of the distinctive ships carries an unlicensed crew of 19 on their runs from Indonesia to Japan. The SIU first crewed the ships in 1977 when the company won a 20-year contract to supply natural gas to Japanese utilities. Indications are the company may win an extension of the contract which still has 10 years to run. SIU Rep. Carl Peth traveled to the Far East to explain the contract to the crews. In addition to maintaining the manning scales aboard the eight ships, the new contract calls for annual 2 percent wage increases. Also, ordinary seamen onboard the ships received an extra 13 percent increase to overcome their re-rating to day worker status. In the galley of the LNG Gemini are (I. to r.) SA Samuel Concepcion, Steward/Baker Harold Markowitz, AB Bert Gillis, Chief Cook Michael Ruggiero and SA Monica Kohs. LNG carriers are familiar to about everyone thanks to the distinctive tanks like these aboard the LNG Aquarius. Part of the crew of the LNG Capricorn waits to start a meeting to go over the new three-year contract. Four members of the Gemini's deck and engine departments meet in the lounge to discuss the new contract. They are (I. to r.) Wiper John Hoskins, QMED Barry Harris, AB Mohamed Rawi and OS Michael Strickland. Onboard the LNG Taurus are (I. tor.) QMED Tom Maga, Bosun Fred Pheler, Steward/Baker Robert Adams and AB Al Pickford. Onboard the LNG Leo the Ship's Committee meets in the lounge. Standing are QMED James Carnell (left) and QMED Keith Amos, sitting (I. to r.) are AB Charles Kahl, Bosun Luther Myrex, Steward/Baker Henry Jones and SIU Rep. Carl Peth. 18 I LOG I October 1987 �D~aest of Sh~ps Neet~nas AMERICAN EAGLE (Pacific Gulf Marine), September &-Chairman S. Kranczynzk, Secretary Neville Johnson Jr. No disputed OT was reported, although there was some problem noted in the steward department that the master is keeping track of the steward overtime (which is the steward/baker's duty). There is $15 in the ship's fund. Crewmembers feel they need better clarification of the contract. A motion was made to reduce normal retirement to 62 years of age with ·the necessary sea time of 5,4 75 days. This would coincide with social security and also would be in line with the boatmen and Great Lakes tug members. The motion was directed to Vice President "Red" Campbell. It appears that the American Eagle is being observed! "About three days out of Rotterdam, a helicopter circled our vessel about three times, shone a search light and made very good observations. It never did make radio contact with the bridge. The trip before, an armed pirate boat observed this vessel. " Next port and port of payoff: Savannah, Ga. FALCON PRINCESS (Seahawk Management), September 13-Secretary Royce D. Bozeman, Educational Director D.E. Guajardo. Some disputed OT was reported in the engine department; otherwise everything is running pretty smoothly. Two chief cooks onboard the Falcon Princess both got off for medical reasons, leaving the vessel without a chief cook for 36 days. Some problems were noted with regard to working gear. A new ice maker is needed as well as a new washer and dryer. "This has been a pretty good trip, considering the run-Sudan. " The steward department was given a vote of thanks for the fine job they did cooking without a chief cook. Next port: Boston, Mass. 1 ST LT. JACK LUMMUS (AM SEA), Chairman Luke Meadows, Secretary Bill Bragg, Educational Director J. McCraine. No beefs or disputed OT. There is $86 in the ship's fund. A vote was taken to send flowers to the commodore's father who is in the hospital. All voted in favor. Also brought up was the question of security guards roaming the vessel. A suggestion was made to report to the bridge when the guards are seen wandering in places other than the mess hall or gangway post. It was also suggested that the crew launch no longer be used to transport ship's stores. A vote of thanks went to the steward department and the Navy staff for the great beach party. Next port: Guam. LNG GEMINI (Energy Transportation Corp.), August 16-Chairman Glen Miller, Deck Delegate Eugene Bousson, Engine Delegate Mark Freeman.Steward Delegate Mike Ruggiero, Secretary Harold Markowitz. No beefs or disputed OT were reported. There is $272 in the ship's fund. The bosun reported that there have been no problems and that the captain has noted that everything is running smoothly. He talked about the OS being underpaid. Now that they are on day work, he believes that their base wages and OT rates should be increased in the new contract. The steward asked everyone to help keep the lounge clean and to return all glasses and coffee cups when finished with them. The educational director reported that he has posted a map of Japan in the crew lounge. He also posted a local map of Nagoya with subway routes and various points of interest. The crew asked about the possibility of having the cabinets removed from the crew lounge and more chairs or a couch added so as to provide enough seating for everyone. Next ports: Bontang, Indonesia and Tobata, Japan. GOLDEN ENDEAVOR (American Maritime), August 30-Chairman R.L. Schwander, Secretary E. Tinsley. Some disputed OT was reported in the deck department, and the engine department has a problem about working overtime. These problems will be taken up with the patrolman. This special meeting was called to clarify some misunderstandings aboard ship. A motion was made for the engineers or mates not to padlock the engine room doors or any other doors while on the vessel. The steward department was given a vote of thanks for a job "very, very well done. It was 100 percent better than last trip." Next port: New York. PUERTO RICO (Puerto Rico Marine) , September 6-Chairman A. Trikoglou, Secretary J.R. Colls, Educational Director W. Stevens, Deck Delegate J. Papamanolis, Engine Delegate A.H. Nelson, Steward Delegate R. Cosme. Some disputed OT was reported in the engine department. The ship will spend five days in Baltimore next week. The bosun will check with the boarding patrolman at that time about some of the problems aboard ship, and payoff will be as soon as some of the beefs have been taken care of. A vote of thanks was given to the steward department for the fine job. SEA·LAND ECONOMY (Sea-Land), August 30--Chairman J.C. Brooks, Secretary H. Scypes, Educational Director Jose D. Hipolito, Deck Delegate R. Steele. No beefs or disputed OT. There is $106 in the movie fund. Two men got off in England. One was taken to the hospital. The other, the bosun, had to fly home to attend to his Monthly Membership Meetings Deep Sea Lakes, Inland Waters Date Port Piney Point .............. Monday, November 2 ................. 10:30 a.m. New York ............... Tuesday, November 3 ................. 10:30 a.m. Philadelphia .............. Wednesday, November 4 .............. 10:30 a.m. Baltimore ................ Thursday, November 5 ................ 10:30 a.m. Norfolk ................. Thursday, November 5 ................ 10:30 a.m. Jacksonville .............. Thursday, November 5 ................ 10:30 a.m. Algonac ................. Friday, November 6 .................. 10:30 a.m. Houston ................. Monday, November 9 ................. 10:30 a.m. New Orleans ............. Tuesday, November 10 ................ 10:30 a.m. Mobile .................. Thursday, November 12 ............... 10:30 a.m. San Francisco ............ Thursday, November 12 ............... 10:30 a.m. Wilmington .............. Monday, November 16 ................ 10:30 a.m. Seattle ........... ....... Friday, November 20 ................. 10:30 a.m. San Juan ................ Thursday, November 5 ................ 10:30 a.m. St. Louis .... ............ Friday, November 13 ................. 10:30 a.m. Honolulu ................ Thursday, November 12 ............... 10:30 a.m. Duluth .................. Thursday, November 12 ............... 10:30 a.m. Jersey City ............... Wednesday, November 18 ............. 10:30 a.m. New Bedford ............. Tuesday, November 17 ................ 10:30 a.m. wife who just had a heart attack. The crewmembers took up a donation for the bosun's wife and sent flowers and a getwell card. The replacements for these two are supposed to join the ship in Port Everglades. At that time the chairman will also check with the boarding patrolman about OT in the steward department. A vote of thanks was given to the steward department for "a good four-man feeder." One minute of silence was observed in memory of our departed brothers and sisters. Next port: Port Everglades, Fla. STAR OF TEXAS (Seahawk Management), September 19-Chairman B. Cronan, Secretary I. Fletcher, Educational Director D. Jekot. Everything is running smoothly with no beefs or disputed OT. The ship will anchor on arrival in Philadelphia and await docking orders. Payoff will take place on arrival. The chairman asked all eligible members to take advantage of the upgrading facilities at Piney Point. He also urged everyone to participate in the SIU's political activities by supporting SPAD. The steward department was given a vote of thanks for a job well done. Next port: Philadelphia, Pa. STONEWALL JACKSON (Waterman), September 6-Chairman C.T. Lineberry, Secretary C. Rooks, Educational Director C.E. Hemby, Deck Delgate Donald M. Hood, Engine Delegate Jose Ortiz. Some disputed hours were reported in the steward department and will be taken up with the patrolman at payoff. The bosun announced that the ship would pay off in Newport News, Va. and that all members getting off should leave their keys with the bosun or chief steward so that the new men can get their room keys. All departing members should also remember to strip their bunks and take all clean linen back to the linen locker. The educational director noted that one safety tape was shown this trip. The bosun spent $85 of his own money for tapes, so everyone was asked to put some money into the movie fund to pay him back. There are now plenty of movies on the ship for entertainment. A suggestion was made to have launch service every hour instead of every two hours in all U.S. and overseas ports. One minute of silence was observed in memory of our departed brothers and sisters. Next Port: Norfolk, Va. Official ships minutes also were received from the following vessels: BALTIMORE BEAVER STATE CHARLESTON 1ST LT. B. LOPEZ GALVESTON INDEPENDENCE LO G BEACH MOKU PAHU OMI COLUMBIA OMI MISSOURI OVERSEAS HARR~mE PONCE SEA-LAND ADVENTURER SEA-LAND ANCHORAGE SEA·WD EXPRESS SEA-LAND INDEPENDENCE SEA·WD INNOVATOR SEA-WO LEADER SEA-WO PRODUCER THOMPSON PASS USNS ALGOL WESTWARD VENTURE PAJtAMA ------Sprucing Up the Long Beach Ir AB Juan Quing "Picasso" Passapera, works on the SeaLand logo. Paulino Flores, bosun aboard the Long Beach, supervises his gang, ''the best deck department I've ever worked with." Aboard the SS Long Beach (Sea-Land Service), crew. members Daniel Hanbury, Felix Santiago and Carlos Passapera paint the stack as the vessel heads into Elizabeth, N.J. for payoff. October 1987 I LOG / 19 �CL -Company/Lakes l -lakes NP -Non Priority Directory of Ports Dispatchers Report for Great Lakes SEPT. 1-30, 1987 *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP Frank Drozak, President Joe DiGiorgio, Secretary Leon Hall, Vice President Angus "Red" Campbell, Vice President Mike Sacco, Vice President Joe Sacco, Vice President George McCartney, Vice President Roy A. Mercer, Vice President Steve Edney, Vice President **REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP DECK DEPARTMENT Port Algonac .. . .. .. . ... . . ..... . 0 27 3 0 7 3 0 3 0 0 11 33 0 18 4 0 10 2 0 2 0 0 37 11 67 17 ENGINE DEPARTMENT Port Algonac ............... . ... 0 4 11 STEWARD DEPARTMENT Port Algonac .......... . ........ 5 0 0 HEADQUARTERS ENTRY DEPARTMENT Port 0 Algonac ................... 0 15 35 0 0 72 21 49 15 Totals All Departments ........ 0 0 0 *"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. 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 Dispatchers Report for Deep Sea SEPTEMBER 1-30, 1987 *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Port New York . .. ......... . .. Philadelphia .............. Baltimore ............... Norfolk ................. Mobile ................. New Orleans ............. Jacksonville .............. San Francisco. . . . . . . . . . . . . Wilmington .............. Seattle ................. Puerto Rico . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Honolulu ................ Houston ................ St. Louis ................ Piney Point .............. Totals ................. Port New York ............... Philadelphia .............. Baltimore ............... Norfolk ................. Mobile ....... . . . ....... New Orleans ......... .. .. Jacksonville .............. San Francisco. . . . . . . . . . . . . Wilmington . . ............ Seattle ................. Puerto Rico .......... . ... Honolulu ................ Houston ................ St. Louis ................ Piney Point .............. Totals ................. Port New York ............... Philadelphia .............. Baltimore ............... Norfolk ................. Mobile ................. New Orleans ............. Jacksonville ......... . .... San Francisco. . . . . . . . . . . . . Wilmington .............. Seattle ................. Puerto Rico . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Honolulu ................ Houston ................ St. Louis ................ Piney Point .............. Totals ... . ............. 53 1 10 15 12 37 38 31 21 38 14 6 46 0 2 324 12 3 6 12 2 12 13 12 7 9 3 7 8 0 2 108 3 1 0 3 1 3 4 15 3 7 0 0 0 0 1 41 1 1 0 1 0 0 3 7 1 3 0 7 1· 0 0 TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C 264 5 2 4 7 3 10 2 7 3 9 0 11 2 0 5 70 25 162 21 1 3 4 6 14 16 33 9 23 5 5 11 0 7 5 0 2 5 2 2 6 5 4 7 0 22 2 0 10 0 0 0 1 0 3 0 6 0 2 0 24 1 0 0 17 0 4 2 7 9 10 29 7 20 6 2 9 0 5 158 72 37 Port New York ............... Philadelphia .............. Baltimore ............... Norfolk ................. Mobile ................. New Orleans ............. Jacksonville .............. San Francisco. . . . . . . . . . . . . Wilmington .............. Seattle ................. Puerto Rico .............. Honolulu ................ Houston ................ St. Louis ................ Piney Point .............. Totals ................. 139 198 191 Totals All Departments ...... 824 448 294 19 5 1 7 1 13 5 32 8 19 6 10 12 0 1 20 3 6 7 6 12 9 11 12 18 4 75 7 0 8 11 1 0 8 4 16 3 20 9 4 0 110 3 0 2 75 127 645 0 1 5 1 7 4 5 5 8 5 5 7 0 0 62 93 1 18 27 19 65 52 50 28 62 25 6 57 0 3 506 16 7 3 10 4 14 17 13 6 8 4 8 2 0 1 113 1 2 0 4 2 5 5 14 9 7 0 1 0 0 1 51 31 304 72 34 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 2 0 2 0 6 0 6 2 0 0 2 2 0 0 17 26 1 0 0 0 5 0 7 0 1 5 0 5 3 13 0 3 1 58 2 0 0 37 2 5 5 5 31 17 68 13 33 3 4 19 0 3 10 3 1 5 2 1 9 9 4 10 0 31 3 0 9 0 0 0 2 1 6 1 10 1 0 0 21 0 0 1 15 1 2 6 2 10 5 11 9 12 2 7 10 0 0 92 28 9 **REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C ENGINE DEPARTMENT 5 0 2 1 1 0 1 6 1 0 5 1 3 1 2 5 4 0 6 0 2 0 13 2 1 2 0 0 1 0 12 53 20 1 6 9 6 20 20 17 7 18 4 7 27 0 0 28 2 8 14 6 24 26 17 7 24 6 5 34 0 2 203 DECK DEPARTMENT 2 3 2 0 0 6 1 5 3 1 5 4 5 1 6 13 9 1 3 6 1 0 1 10 12 0 0 0 2 1 46 3 5 14 4 31 23 23 21 35 12 7 40 0 0 Trip Reliefs 42 31 ENTRY DEPARTMENT 15 6 1 2 1 2 4 5 5 0 4 6 3 3 17 8 7 9 13 3 3 0 67 109 2 6 0 0 1 0 144 158 314 229 6 1 0 4 0 3 4 2 1 4 0 4 2 0 0 60 3 12 14 7 43 34 21 17 38 13 3 36 0 3 98 245 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 37 5 2 10 2 30 7 71 18 36 14 9 19 0 1 9 3 4 5 5 14 3 8 6 7 0 7 2 0 4 1 0 1 0 0 3 6 7 2 6 0 7 1 0 0 97 43 36 7 4 12 6 21 17 15 21 25 14 113 12 0 18 13 0 0 13 5 41 7 24 16 5 0 173 3 0 7 0 261 321 305 191 1,316 608 433 *"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 September was down from the month of August. A total of 1,379 jobs were shipped on SIU-contracted deep sea vessels. Of the 1,379 jobs shipped, 645 jobs or about 47 percent were taken by "A" seniority members. The rest were filled by "B" and "C" seniority people. A total of 191 trip relief jobs were shipped. Since the trip relief program began on April 1, 1982, a total of 5,957 jobs have been shipped. 20 I LOG I October 1987 CLEVELAND, Ohio 5443 Ridge Rd. 44129 (216) 845-11 00 DULUTH, Minn. 705 Medical Arts Building 55802 (218) 722-4110 HONOLULU, Hawaii 636 Cooke St. 96813 (808) 523-5434 HOUSTON, Tex. 1221 Pierce St. 77002 (713) 659-5152 JACKSONVILLE, Fla. 3315 Liberty St. 32206 ( 4) 353-0987 JERSEY CITY, N.J. 99 Montgomery St. 07302 (201) 435-9424 MOBILE, Ala. 1640 Dauphin Island Pkwy. 36605 (205) 478-0916 NEW BEDFORD, Mass. 50 Union St. 02740 (617) 997-5404 NEW ORLEANS, La. 630 Jackson Ave. 70130 (504) 529-7546 NEW YORK, N.Y. 675 4 Ave., Brooklyn 11232 (718) 499-6600 NORFOLK, Va. 115 Third St. 23510 (804) 622-1892 PHILADELPHIA, Pa. 2604 S. 4 St. 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) 441-19~0 ST. LOUIS, Mo. 4581 Gravois Ave. 63116 (314) 752-6500 WILMINGTON, Calif. 51 O N. Broad Ave. 90744 (213) 549-4000 �Help A Friend Deal With Alcoholism and rugs I i l . . would~ ~ Addicts don't have friends. Because a friend let another man blindly travel a course that has to lead to the destruction of his health, his job and his family. And that's where an alcoholic or drug user is headed. Helping a fell ow Seafarer who has an addiction problem is just as easy-and just as important-as steering a blind man across a street. All you have to do is take that Seafarer by the arm and guide him to the Union's Addictions Rehabilitation Center in Valley Lee, Md. Once he's there, an SIU member will receive the care and counseling he needs. And he'll get the support of brother SIU members who are fighting the same tough battle he is back to a healthy, productive alcohol-free and drug-free life. The road is a long one for an alcoholic and drug user. But because of ARC, an addicted SIU member doesn't have to travel the distance alone. And by guiding a brother Seafarer in the direction of the Rehab Center, you 'II be showing him that the first step back to recovery is only an arm's length away. ~-------------------------------~ ; Addictions Rehabilitation Center : I I t I am interested in attending a six-week program at the Addictions Rehabilitation Center. I understand that all my medical and counseling records will be kept strictly confidential, and that they will not be kept anywhere except at The Center. Name .......................... .......... Book No .............. . Address ........................................................ . (Street or RFD) (City) (State) (Zip) Telephone No. Mail to: THE CENTER Star Route Box 153-A Valley Lee, Md. 20692 or call, 24 hours-a-day, (301) 994-0010 "----------------------------------------------------------October 1987 I LOG I 21 -· �o1 P~~ASSOCIATES If«. ~tf~CfQ Labor's Views ~SS ASsa:..iATES /l'(C ~o~ct<! "THE ONLY THING GOOD ABOUT 'FREE TR ADE' IS THAT IMPORTED DOG FOOD IS CHEAPER!" SIU Member Retires After 4 Years 1'Hl5 PL.AC£ 15 'JUST F"./NE EXCE:PT FOR. ALL THE OE8RIS F<.OATIN6 AROUND UP lttERE/ Are OU a Missi QI We want to make sure that you receive your copy of the LOG each month and other important mail such as W-2 Forms, Union Mail and Welfare Bulletins. To accomplish this, please use the address form on this page to update your home address. If you are getting more than one copy of the LOG delivered to you, if you have changed your address, or if your name or address is misprinted or incomplete, please fill in the special address form printed on this page and send it to: SIU & UIW of N.A. Address Correction Department 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, Maryland 20746-9971 Your home address is your permanent address, and this is where all official Union documents, W-2 Forms, and the LOG will be mailed. -----------------------------------------------------------HOME ADDRESS Date: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ PLEASE PRINT Social Security No. Phone No. ( Your Full Name Area Code Apt. or Box# Street O City SIU O UIW State O Pensioner ZIP Other _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Juan Otero, who s · port of New York as an as t steward, has retired after more than 40 years in the industry. Upon retiring, Otero praised the SIU and Frank Drozak for protecting his job security. " Juan is a very strong union man,'' said New York Port Agent Kermett Mangram. ''It' s members li him who have built this organization." When Otero, 62, joined the Union in 1947, the SIU was just establishing itself nationally. When he retired more than 40 years later, the A&G was a power on the waterfront. The maritime industry he had joined had been transformed beyond recognition. Seamen now enjoy benefits equal or superior to their counterparts on land. When Otero joined the Union, things were different. For one thing, seamen had no pension plan. But gradually , through the hard work and support of people like Otero, the Union was able to build a life for its members , one benefit, one ship at a time . The result is this: a secure retirement. Many of the companies that Otero worked for-legendary names like Isthmian , Moore McCormack and Alcoa-no longer exist. " Juan lived through all the wars, " said Mangram , " o he understands that there is one thing that never changes in the maritime industry . Nothing ever stays the same , and you have to plan for the future .'' Book Number UIW Place of E m p l o y m e n t - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - This will be my permanent address for all official Union mailings. This address should remain In the Union file unless otherwise changed by me personally. (S i g n e d ) - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -----------------------------------------------------------~ 22 I LOG I October 1987 New Pensioners and Final Departures will appear in the next issue of the LOG. �11 '~ E~~ession of Thanks . .. ' I want to express my thanks to the Seafarers. The insurance coverage has come through so many times for us .... Respectfully, Imorene Cocek Wimberley, Texas Letters To The 'Preventing a Hardship ... ' I am writing to thank the Seafarers International Union for taking care of the doctors' and hospital bills I accumulated while I was sick. I don't know how we would have managed. Having surgery four times in two months would have really been a hardship for us. Thanks a million and God bless your organization. Editor Yours very sincerely, Mrs. Eugene Hall Washington Court House, Ohio 'A Positive Scouting Experience ... ' I wish to apologize for my delayed response. Since returning to St. Louis, I've had to work daily at Ted Drews and simultaneously catch up on my overgrown lawn jobs. I hope you understand. The trip was both interesting and educational, fun and relaxing. I had a splendid time. I met many other adolescents my age and enjoyed their company. By the end of the two weeks, we were best of friends. They were a great bunch and I'll miss them. While staying at the Harry Lundeberg School, I had the privilege of learning about the SIU and AFL-CIO. I had never really heard much about unions, with the exception of what was on the news, which is usually negative. Through the SIU I was able to experience the positive side of unions. I learned how unions fight for each individual's personal rights. From my point of view, I see the unions as a vital and important institution of the United States. The ideas and principles they are based on are honorable and powerful. When I look back on those two weeks, all I can do is smile. They were fun-filled and simply marvelous. The facilities we were given access to were superb. I took advantage of all that was offered and enjoyed it all thoroughly. I wish to express my deepest gratitude for arranging and financing what I feel were two of the best weeks of my life. I really enjoyed it. I welcomed the rest and relaxation and was intrigued by the interesting and thorough education. 'Comfort in the LOG . .. ' The family of William Norman Montgomery all read the LOG each month. We were looking through the August issue and found a most perfect and comforting poem ( "En Voyage" by John E. Floyd). Captain Montgomery at that time was so ill. We found the poem a blessing to read. We loved it so much that we chose to have our pastor read the poem at the funeral. It was so perfect for his illness, job and time. Everyone in the family loves the poem. Thanks so much for sharing this with us. God Bless, Cathryn Montgomery V. Bae Conner N. Jean Mager 'Off to a Good Start . . . ' I would like to express my sincere appreciation to your insurance company. Although this is our first claim, our matters have been taken care of very promptly and efficiently. Any questions that we have had were answered politely with ''understandable explanations." Thank you once again! Job well done! With heartfelt thanks, Art Mees Jr. St. Louis, Mo. Sincerely, Lauren Kemp Orange, Texas Washington Report (Continued from Page 24.) Decline of Merchant Fleet Top sealift officials in the Navy expressed grave concern about the "precipitous" decline in the American-flag merchant marine, reports The Journal of Commerce. ''In the Persian Gulf," writes the Journal, ''the United States could find itself in a conventional fight with extremely long supply lines and no guarantees of help from European and Asian allies." Jonathan Kaskin, director of the Navy's sealift division, says that the best solution to this country's sealift needs is a revitalized maritime industry. A potentially critical problem is the present stand-off between the administration and the industry over operating subsidies. "Many existing subsidy contracts will expire in the next several years," writes the Journal. "The Reagan administration has indicated that it will renew and extend the program only if there are limits to its cost. ·'The industry and unions which it employs do not like the suggestions offered thus by the administration and are pressing for a more generous program . ''Some threaten to take their fleet to another ship registry so the y can build ne w vessel s in foreign yard s and emplo) foreig n crews. The article ends by asking the following question: How available and reliable are the merchant fleets of allied nations and ships owned by U.S. corporations but registered abroad? "In a European war," writes the Journal, "the Navy probably could depend on having the hundreds of militarily useful ships in the European fleets at its disposal. In conflicts elsewhere, however, the Europeans may not be as reliable.'' Fishing Vessels The House has voted 404-0 to continue for one year a program that reimburses U.S. fishermen for losses of their catches, fines and up to half of their gross incomes when they are seized or detained by foreign countries. The reimbursements cover cases in which the detention is found inconsistent with international law. Liner Subsidy Reform Rep . Robert W. Davis (R-Mich. ), the ranking Republican on the House Merchant Marine and Fisheries Committee . has introduced a bil that would extend operating subsidies. The legislation, H.R. 3297, would limit the amount of the subsidies. At the same time, jt would make those subsidies available to all U.S.-flag liner companies and allow recipients greater flexibility. The bill differs from recent legislation introduced in that it would not permit the acquisition of lower cost foreign-built vessels. "I cannot," said Davis, "bring myself ... to abandon our domestic shipbuilding base.'' That domestic shipbuilding base has declined even further. Earlier this month, Todd Shipyards, one of the few remaining American shipyards, filed for protection from its credi · tors under Chapter 11 of the bankruptcy code. SCA The Senate defeated two amendments that would have effectively killed the Davis-Bacon and Service Contracts Acts. The amendments, introduced by Sen. Phil Gramm (R-Texas), were similar to bills offered in the last session of Congress. Both the SCA and the Davis-Bacon Act protect the federal government from driving wage rates below community standards. In particular, the Service Contract Act protects the poorest and most vulnerable groups in the labor force from exploitation. October 1987 I LOG I 23 �Seafarers International Union of North America, AFL-CIO Washington Report The winter chill set in a bit early this year. The temperature dropped nearly 30 degrees overnight as Washingtonians reached for their cold medicine and handkerchiefs. Relief is not yet in sight. A person couldn't even stay home on Sunday afternoon and enjoy the Redskins, who were on strike along with the rest of the NFL players. Twenty-seven thousand dedicated fans, including 60 SIU members and headquarters workers, braved the cold to protest scab football at RFK stadium. Persian Gulf Events in the Persian Gulf heated up in direct proportion to the drop in Washington' temperature. As the LOG was going to pres , U.S. helicopters had just sunk three Iranian gunboats in the Per ian Gulf. Earlier in the month, the Japanese sailors union had considered a re olution to keep out of the Persian Gulf. American seamen, wh·o had played a pivotal role in every American conflict from the War of Independence to Vietnam, remained on the sidelines. The Chesapeake Corporation, which operates the 11 reftagged Kuwaiti tankers, announced that it was chartering an Americanflag vessel, the Maryland. Meanwhile, a numberof politicians, including Sen. Lowell Weicker (R-Conn.) and Rep. Les Aspin (D-Wash.), caJled upon the administration to invoke the War Powers Act. National Maritime Union While members of the National Maritime Union were voting on a proposed merger with District 1-MEBA, officials of the NMU announced the sale of the Joe Curran Annex, which sits on the corner of Ninth Ave. and Seventeenth St. in Manhattan. For years, the Joe Curran Annex has served as the headquarters building of the NMU. The sale of the building was yet one more visible demonstration of the decline of this nation's maritime industry. Canada Free Trade Iranian gunboats were not the only ones to suffer a direct hit last month. Six minutes before their deadline was up, American and Canadian trade negotiators announced that they had reached an agreement. The details of the agreement leaked out slowly. It soon became clear that the maritime industry has suffered yet another blow to its integrity. The Journal of Commerce reported that .. Canadian carriers would be included in future changes in U.S. laws applying to domestic trades, cargo preference and similar water carrier-related activities." Thi means that if the SIU and other maritime unions are successful in getting Congres to strengthen thi nation's cargo preference law , then Canadian shipping firm will have equal access to tho e jobs. In light of the generous sub idie · that the Canadians give their maritime industry. American shipping companie~ will be at a decided disadvantage. 24 ' LOG October 1987 October 1987 Legislative, Administrative and Regulatory Happenings If the Canada Free Trade Agreement is approved in it present form, it will be the first time that the 67-year-old Jones Act will have been seriously weakened. The real danger, say many experts, is that the agreement will be used as a model in the upcoming GA TT talks. For more details, turn to the story on page 1. Trade At the start of the lOOth Congress, the SIU legislative staff and many important Democratic politicians said that eradicating unfair trade would be their top priority. Within months, both the Senate and the House had passed their respective versions of a trade bill. A Nov. 1 deadline has been announced for the selection of conferees to a joint SenateHouse Committee to resolve the differences in the two bills. Still, the main obstacle remains the administration, which opposes both bills. In related developments, negotiators from the United States and Mexico were getting ready to come up with a trade agreement. Few people expected it to be anywhere near as comprehensive as the one negotiated between the United States and Canada. Representatives from the AFL-CIO testified before Congress on the matter of unfair trade. AFL-CIO Legislative Director Robert McGlotten said that a trade bill "was vital" to ensure this nation' industrial base. Chief AFLCIO economist Rudy Oswald said that much of this nation's trade deficit was caused by American companies "outsourcing" components. We should, said 0 wald, be trying to improve living standards in other countries, not cutting our own. In yet another blow to the maritime industry, the State Department announced that it would cut its maritime attaches abroad. Budget The development marks a big victory for organized labor and civil rights groups which had lobbied heavily against Bork's nomination. Even moderates and some conservatives were disturbed by Bork's interpretation of the Fourteenth Amendment, which they viewed as being overly restrictive. In order to be confirmed, Bork needs the support of conservative Southern Democrats in the Senate. He received practically none. Some traced this development to two trends: the growing influence of black voters in the South and a reluctance on the part of Southerners of all political persuasions to reopen old racial wounds. ILO Convention The United States hould ratify the most recent ILO Convention concerning minimum standards on merchant ships, said SIU Legislative Director Frank Pecquex at a recent Senate Foreign Relations Committee hearing. "The SIU believes that every human being employed in a · oard capacity deserves the highest standards of and working environment," said Pecquex. ' rofession that conservatively suffers between on two thousand fatalities and tens of thou ands of serious injuries worldwide each year, it is evident that those high standards are not being applied universally." The SIU was not alone in making this request. A broad spectrum of maritime and labor officials, including AFL-CIO President Lane Kirkland, asked that the U.S. end it isolation from other nations in the area of human rights. "ILO conventions are treaties establishing minimum world standards for working conditions and worker rights,'' wrote the AFL-CIO News. "They are shaped by government, worker and employer delegates under the ILO's unique tripartite structure, and are submitted to member nations for ratification only after a two-thirds vote of an ILO conference." For more information on this story, see page 4. Economic indicators remained mixed. The unemployment rate dropped below 6 percent for the first time in nearly a decade. At the same time, interests rates were rising, the trade deficit remained unacceptably high and the stock market suffered the largest one-day decline in its history. Meanwhile, this year's budget process got bogged down in recriminations between the White House and Capitol Hill. President Reagan announced his opposition to any kind of tax increase. He also signed into law ''GrammRudman II," which mandates across-the-board cuts in the budget in case certain budgetary goals are not met. Legislation should be enacted to ensure that this country has a large enough commercial fleet and enough skilled mariners to protect its sealift needs, said the delegates to the annual forum of the National Defense Transportation Association. The NDTA, which has 76 chapters worldwide, has been a forum for all sectors of the defense-transportation for the past 50 years. It is headed by Rear Adm. Norman C. Venzke, U.S. Coast Guard, retired. Bork DOT to Get New Head Fifty-three senator announced that they intend to vote against the confirmation of Robert Bork to the Supreme Court. A of pre time, rumor are circulating around Capitol Hill that the administration i quietly looking at other candidate to fill the vacancy left by retiring Supreme Court Ju tice Lewi F. Powell . The Reagan administration has announced that it intends to name James Burnley as head of the Department of Transportation. If approved, he will fill the vacancy left by Elizabeth Dole, who left to work full-time on her husband' campaign for the presidency. Defense Transportation Forum (Continued on Page 23.) � 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/. 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Drug Rules Draw Withering Fire on Hill Displaying a unified front, the SIU and the maritime industry sharply criticized an administration drug testing proposal for all maritime workers. At a hearing before the House Merchant Marine Subcommittee late last month, the SIU presented a joint statement with NMEBA, the MM&P and the IBU. It charged the Coast Guard has not established any cause and effect relationship between possible drug use and maritime accidents, that the program could place a more than $200 million burden on the industry and that it would open the door to massive, multi-million dollar lawsuits. At the hearing, 15 maritime and other organizations opposed the Coast Guard proposals. In addition, most members of the subcommittee lambasted the yet-to-be adopted regulations. The only witnesses testifying in favor of the drug policy were from the Department of Transportation and two of its agencies, Marad and the Coast Guard. The SIU pointed out that the Coast Guard has admitted it has no evidence (Continued on Page 3.) Official Publication ol the Seafarers International Union• Atlantic, Gull, Lakes and Inland Waters District• Al'L·CIO Vol. SO, No. 10, October 1988 Dukakis Calls for 'New' U.S. Maritime Policy Stressing the need to ' 'get the American merchant fleet back under full steam,' ' Democratic presidential candidate Michael Dukakis unveiled a comprehensive maritime plan as the LOG went to press. Dukakis, who has the backing of the SIU and the AFL-CIO, outlined several points which the union and the maritime industry have said are cornerstones to any revitalization of the U. ~ -'fag fleet "Within the first 90 days of my administration, I will convene a conference of leaders from the House, Senate and the maritime industries, together with my administration, to draw up a comprehensive plan to help the maritime industries compete in a global economy. "And I will work with Congress , industry and labor to develop a plan for a cost-effective, military capable fleet of fast sealift and merchant ships. I will also direct the National Security Council staff to help develop, oversee and coordinate a new national maritime policy," Dukakis said. SIU President Michael Sacco said Dukakis ' statement on rebuilding the maritime indus~ry is "an outstanding reaffirmation of long establi hed maritime policy.'' He also said the SIU is looking forward to wo_rking with a Dukakis administration on other important maritime issues, including "existing export controls on Alaskan oil, development of the Arctic National Wildlife (Continued on Page 2.) SIU President Michael Sacco (left) and Democratic presidential candidate Michael Dukakis following the SIU's and AFL-CIO's endorsement of the Massachusetts governor. SIU Blasts Jones Act Waiver Bids by Alaska The Jones Act is under fire, again. Two Senate bills would waive U.S.flag requirements on coal shipments to Hawaii and on passenger service between U.S. ports and Alaska. 'The SIU strongly opposes both of these bills as flagrant violations of the meaning and intent of the Jones Act," SIU President Mike Sacco said in his prepared testimony before the Senate Merchant Marine Subcommittee. Along with the SIU, Marad, other maritime labor unions and several U.S.flag operators attacked the two bills, introduced by Sen. Frank Murkowski (R-Alaska), at a hearing late last month. When originally introduced, the first bill, S-2728, was intended to allow foreign-flag ships to carry coal between Alaska and Hawaii. The second, S-2729, would allow foreign-flag passenger ships to operate between ports in Alaska and between Alaska and Seattle, Wash. But at the hearing, Murkowski said he intended to reintroduce the legis(Continued on Page 4.) Seafarers made their presence felt on the campaign trail when they joined a crowd of 3,000 to hear Democratic presidential candidate Michael Dukakis in Annapolis, Md. 50 Years Ago the SIU Was Born. Read About the Union's Struggles and Its Victories in a Special 32-Page Anniversary Edition Inside. SIU A&G Election Information-Rules and Sample Ballot-Pages 8-12 �President's Report by Michael Sacco This month's LOG contains a special section commemorating our union's 50th anniversary. It tells a remarkable story-the seamen's struggle for equality. It is a compelling story that reaches out to touch the heart of every SIU member. There was a time, not so very long ago, when American seamen were forced to work for substandard wages under unsafe conditions. There was no such thing as a union hiring hall. In order to ship out, you had to curry favor with cr:mps and shipping agents, and the vessel was a floating plantation. Thanks to the vi ~ ion of giants like Andrew Furuseth and Harry Lundeberg, and the per.'onal sacrifices of thousands of seafarers, today's merchant mariner can hold his head high with dignity and enjoy better wages, benefits and working conditions than at any time since before men and women first set sail. It is incumbent on us who enjoy the present to learn from the past and honor the brave maritime workers who came before us. These were the men and women who achieved legislation to emancipate the seaman from near slavery, who fought on the waterfront to keep the trade union movement free and democratic, who had been on the Murmansk run, transporting the supplies that enabled America's allies to fight off Fascist aggression, who risked their lives during the Korean Conflict and the Vietnam War. Their sacrifices in the past are our inspiration for the future. There is a clear chain of events tying today's trainees with the brave men and women who founded this union. Every member and official in the SIU today is a part of the history of the union, and what we do today will have an effect on those who follow. Even during the most difficult periods, the SIU has always progressed. During the past eight years , while the American-flag merchant marine has declined by more than one half, the SIU under the leadership of the late Frank Drozak signed up hundreds of new jobs onboard military vessels, providing job security to thousands of seamen. The union has continually upgraded its servic€s and training facilities. Earlier this month, I was at a groundbreaking ceremony for our new union hall in Brooklyn, which will be serving our New York members and pensioners by next summer. Our union and school have always led the way in providing alcohol and drug rehabilitation services to our members. We are now once again in the forefront by being the first to recognize the severity and importance of the AIDS problem, and are working with the industry to develop a program to effectively deal with the AIDS epidemic as it affects our membership. The SIU has been successful because its membership is an informed membership, willing and able to change with the times. While the only real growth in maritime has been in the defense sector, our members have obtained the skills necessary to man military vessels of all types. Our union has made this commitment possible through opportunities offered at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. Less than half a mile away from the new Brooklyn hall is Greenwood Cemetery, where Paul Hall, the late president of this union, and my dear friend and mentor, is buried. I remember that when the Lundeberg School was still on the drawing board, Paul said the seaman's biggest problem was understanding the challenges facing the maritime industry. Education was to be the key to informing our membership and providing them with the tools to meet those challenges. Paul Hall's spirit still lives on in the hearts and memories of every member, and in the hopes and aspirations of new trainees. He has been often in my thoughts these past few months. We should use the occasion of our anniversary to rededicate ourselves to his vision as we sail toward the 21st century. We owe this commitment not only to our members and their families but to our country as well. It is disgraceful when a U .S.-flag ship pulls into a foreign port utterly alone, with no other stars and stripes in sight. In order to meet our nation's needs and continue to obtain jobs, the SIU must continually be progressive and look to the future. We must continue to change as the industry itself changes. To that end, we will continue to seek cooperation between labor, management and government to help overcome our adversities. We will continue to pursue jobs for our membership in the defense sector and wherever opportunities seem promising. Finally, we will continue to develop benefits and services for our members that will sustain the Brotherhood of the Sea as a source of pride and accomplishment for another half-century. Dukakis' Maritime Policy-''A Positive First Step" (Continued from Page 1.) Refuge and revitalization of the U.S.flag passenger fleet." (See box for Sacco's complete statement.) •'The sealift capability provided by America's merchant marine is essential to our security . . . The United States is a global power-and if we are going to meet our responsibilities around the world, we need the airlift and sealift capacity to get our forces and their supplies to the battlefield, to deter war if we can, and to fight effectively if we must. And we need the security that a healthy U.S.-ftag merchant fleet will provide,'' the Mas- sachusetts governor said. Dukakis noted that in ''the last eight years, the number of U.S.-flag ships has dropped 28 percent, and 10,()00 oceangoing shipboard jobs have gone to foreign competitors. . . . Unless we act soon, this shortfall in sealift will grow even more serious in the next decade. ' ' Dukakis said that along with establishing a comprehensive national maritime policy as president he would: • "Preserve existing programs designed to promote the competitiveness of U .S.-flag carriers in the operation of their vessels. These programs are a cost-effective way to sustai n modern, U.S.fl.ag merchant hips that would be immediately available with trained crews to serve our nation in conflict or crisis. ' ' • As part of a " new partnership" between the merchant marine and the country , Dukakis will ''fully enforce exi ting laws" that provide cargo fo r U S.-ftag ships. • Dukaki ' will pre erve the integ- Executive Board Michael Sacco Pre Joseph Sacco E.-ecUllYC Vrce Pre~r:Jenr .cen' Joseph DiGiorgio Angus " Red " Campbell Socr~t•ry Vice Prel#denl Frank Margiotta Director of Public Relaflons & Publicatoons • ~ Charles Svenson John Fay George McCartney Vice President Va PreSldent Vice PreSldent Roy Mercer Steve Edney Jack Cattey Vice PreS1dent Vice Pre!Ji.ldeni \!'ice P~wenf Thomas Glidewell Editor Mike Hall Managing Editor Max Hall Deborah Greene Associate Editor AsSOClate Editor 2 I LOG I October 1988 rity of the Jones Act and other laws requiring that passengers and cargo transported in the U.S. coastwise trade be carried on U.S.fl.ag vessels." • He pledged to ·•enforce laws which require the use of American carriers at fair rates when moving government-impelled cargo." • Make sure that parts of the new Trade Act designed to protect U.S. -flag shipping from unfair foreign practices (and in some cases which call for penalties against countries that discriminate against American shipping) will ''be vigorously enforced." • In any negotiations between the U.S. and other countries which could have an impact on the merchant marine, Dukakis will "make sure that its (the merchant marine 's) interests are protected.'' • Dukakis said he would expand the use of the merchant marine to perform peacetime Naval auxiliary functions. Complete SIU Statement on Dukakis' Policy "Presidential candidate Michael Dukakis' statement on rebuilding the maritime industry is an outstanding reaffirmation of long-established maritime policy. It is a positive first step toward revitalizing a strategic industry to our nation's defense and economy. When put into place, it wiU permit the industry to address growth potentials instead of concentrating its energie on enforcement of existing policies which unfortunately has been the case in recent administration . •'The SIU is pleased with this strong maritime position. We look forward to working with a Dukakis administration on a number of maritime-related issues, including the critical necessity of maintaining existing export controls on Alaskan oil, development of an Arctic National Wildlife Refuge and revitalization of a U.S.-flag passenger fleet." Michael Sacco President SIU �C.G. Drug Rules Draw Withering Fire on Hill (Continued from Page 1.) that drug or alcohol use is a major cause for maritime accidents. Yet with few facts to support its position, the Coast Guard proposals would establish pre-employment testing, mandatory-random testing, post-accident testing and reasonable cause testing. In addition, the proposed rules would force the industry to foot the bill for both the· testing process itself and the cost for any rehabilitation programs. It also would override many of the current and successful anti-drug programs established through collective bargaining. Several witnesses charged that the timing of the proposal was keyed to an election-year effort to show the administration is taking a "tough" stand on drugs. 'The industry was given a 60-day comment period in which to evaluate a proposal of such massive proportions. This limited time frame ... was less than adequate for this pervasive and major rule making, leading us to believe that the proposed regulations are politically motivated in an election year,'' said Jim Henry, president of the Transportation Institute. While the Coast Guard could not point to evidence suggesting a major drug problem within the maritime community, other witnesses provided facts showing that the make-up of American crews could actually lead to less drug use than in society as a whole. "At the present time, the average age of licensed crewmembers on our vessels is 45 years old and that of our unlicensed seamen is 51 years. All existing statistics point to the fact that abuse of illegal drugs in this age category is not significant and certainly not a national problem," said William P. Verdon, president of the United Shipowners of America. The drug testing rules would apply only to U.S.-flag ships, even though more than 90 percent of the cargo moving through American ports is carried on foreign-flag ships. Rep. Norman Shumway (R-N.Y.) pointed out that U.S. ships already face unfair competition from foreign-flag vessels. "You are adding another straw on the camel's back," he said. Several government-sponsored, mandatory drug testing plans have been overturned by the courts. Also, employees have filed lawsuits against similar plans. The Coast Guard's proposal will probably fail to "accomplish its goal," said Subcommittee Chairman Rep. Walter B. Jones (D-N .C.). He said the rules would probably be subject to lawsuits and that ''would set back everyone's efforts against drugs." The rules would ''impose on the private sector and the operator the role of Which Side Are ·You On? surrogate law enforcement officer, responsible for the actions of employees in and out of the workplace, subjecting the employer to possible civil liability actions," said TI' s Henry. Because much of the proposed testing would be done onboard the ships, questions were raised as to the competence and qualifications of those doing the testing and to what that would do to shipboard relationships. "Random testing aboard vessels would create chaos. Who would do the testing? It must be remembered that a ship's. crew is a small, tightly built society with definite levels of authority. The very fabric of this needed structure would be fractured with subordinates taking and administering drug tests of their superior officers," said Verdon. Along with the procedures , the logistics of onboard testing were questioned. How would the samples be stored? Would the testing be done in foreign labs, not under the same rules as American facilities? Would seamen who tested positive in a foreign port be liable for prosecution in that country? The constitutionality of mandatory drug testing was raised. Several groups said that the proposal could have an adverse impact on rehabilitation programs. While most unionized maritime workers have rehabilitation programs available through collective bargaining agreements, the proposed rules do not mandate such programs. Plus the entire cost of any such program would be borne by the industry. While specific legislation to halt the Coast Guard's proposals was not requested, the subcommittee was urged to work with the industry and Coast Guard to come up with a more workable and feasible plan. A Note to Our Readers This special anniversary edition of the Seafarers LOG highlights the SIU' s half-century of history. In order to provide the space 50 years of history so rightfully deserves, several regular Seafarers LOG features have been put on hold until November. Next month we will resume our regular and complete coverage of Inland and Government Services news, dispatcher's reports, the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School, final departures and other regular features. Personals Robert Miller Please contact Philip Livingston, c/o Harold Strauss, 3090 Winterbrook Dr., West Pittsburg, Calif. 94565. Larry Vouga Please call Steve collect at (808) 924-1439. Ground Broken For New Brooklyn Hall These groups testified against the Coast Guard's drug testing proposal. • Seafarers International Union of North America • National Marine Engineers' Beneficial Association • International Organization of Masters, Mates and Pilots • Inland Boatmen's Union • Transportation Institute • The American Institute of Merchant Shipping • The American Waterways Operators • United Shipowners of America • National Association of Passenger Vessel Owners • Maritrans Operating Partners L.P. • Rowan Companies Inc. • Offshore Marine Service Association • American Maritime Association • American Civil Liberties Union • National Fisheries Institute The proposals were backed by: • The Department of Transportation • The Maritime Administration • The Coast Guard Vote!!! October 4 was an historic day for the SIU in Brooklyn; groundbreaking ceremonies for a new hall were held. After 37 years at 675 Fourth Avenue, the Union will be moving, but only down the street. The new Fourth Avenue hall will be able to provide more efficient services for the thousands of Seafarers and retirees in the New York area. Pictured above (center foreground, J. tor.) are "Flattop" Koflowitch, SIU Secretary Joe DiGiorgio, SIU President Michael Sacco, SIU Vice President Jack Caffey, construction consultant Al Casella and Seafarer Robert Gorbea. October 1988 I LOG I 3 �Cruise Ship & Coal Waivers Sought SIU Defends Jones Act From Alaskan Attacks (Continued from Page 1.) lation in the next session of Congress and would expand the bills to cover all coal shipments to Hawaii and passenger sailings from any U.S. port to Alaska. Murkowski's statement underlined one of the main points the unions and other opposition witnesses have stressed time and time again-once the Jones Act door is opened slightly, it's only a matter of time before someone tries to kick it in entirely and repeal the cornerstone of U.S. shipping laws. "After all, if this exception is granted, why not forest products or anything else where cut-rate foreign flags can undercut the U.S. flag? Where do you stop?" asked National MEBA representative Karl Landgrebe. As if to underscore the fear, a rep- NOTICE NATIONAL MARINE SERVICE EX-EMPLOYEES The Union has negotiated a severance benefit settlement with National Marine Service and the following ex-employees of National Marine Service may be due settlement money. If your name appears below please contact in writing: Secretary Joe DiGiorgio, Seafarers International Union, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, Md. 20746 and provide the following information: I. Name 2. Mailing Address 3. Social Security No. 4. Book No. 5. Job classification 6. Period worked for National Marine Service Benefits will be calculated on the basis of the number of years of uninterrupted service with National Marine. Name R. Azar R. Benoit C. Bryant S. Burnap M.J. Chapman J. Gomez R. Hernandez K. Larsen C. Lovett D. Marcus C. Merryman E. Moore F. Newton G. Pruitte J. Riggs R. Salvaggio D. E. Shubert R. Spangler F. Stanley G. Strickland E. Stringfellow J. White J. Wiley C. Wilson G .R. Williams R.K. Williamson W.M. Wortham Soc. Sec. No. 487-62-4016 438-74-2192 340-30-3539 264-49-2951 437-34-1983 078-50-1040 584-86-6787 536-58-2162 427-74-2872 466-42-8549 429-38-9982 459-56-6788 457-48-6789 494-76-0611 563-17-5731 428-25-3773 240-17-5591 418-92-8091 438-34-1858 455-82-2602 425-44-7154 104-42-2927 492-64-9859 441-38-3014 424-84-5314 587-13-1591 323-60-0442 4 I LOG I October 1988 resentative of the Alaska governor's office said politicians in that state will make every attempt to repeal the entire Jones Act. ''The reasons for supporting the Jones Act have not changed since its passage,'' Sacco said in his statement, "national security and the economic stability of the domestic maritime industry.'' He also noted that the recent report from the presidentially-appointed Commission on Merchant Marine and Defense recommended that one way to counter the decline of the U.S.-fiag fleet is tough enforcement of the Jones Act. ''. . . Cabotage laws are still needed . . . They contribute significantly to providing the ships and merchant seamen required for our national defense and economic security . . . the admin- istration and Congress should resist any attempt to weaken them,'' the commission reported. Alaskan coal mining interests were instrumental in having the coal-to-Hawaii waiver introduced. The islandstate currently imports its powerplant coal from abroad but plans an expansion of its coal use. Of course the Alaskan coal companies want a piece of that pie. They claim there are no U.S. ships available, and if there were, they would be too expensive. But Marad Deputy Administrator William Creelman noted that oceangoing barges are available. Another witness said at least two deepsea colliers could be used in the trade. "Without the Jones Act, the U.S. domestic trades would likely be dominated by foreign-flag vessels, built abroad, manned by foreign workers Seafarers Log Wins Major Labor Press Contest Award The Seafarers Log was once again cited for journalistic exellence by the International Labor Communications Association. The Seafarers Log won the Second Award: General Excellence in a nationwide contest this year in which there were 1,276 entries from 155 labor union publications. In singling out the Seafarers Log for this award, the judges said: "The Seafarers Log is particularly notable for photographs that give it a very human touch. The Log ensures that its readers are not adrift when it comes to important shipping news." This year's ILCA Journalistic Awards Contest judges were: John Barry, former managing editor of the AFL-CIO News; Bob Cohn, contributing editor of Newsweek; Joseph Foote, writer and journalism lecturer; Barbara Griffith, Corporation for Public Broadcasting; Donna Hulsizer, education policy director, People for the American Way; Stuart Kaufman, George Meany Center for Labor Studies; Joyce Murdock, The Washington Post; Bob Rodden, editor/writer Machinists International Union (retired); and Lee White, editor/writer Communications Workers of America (retired). The Seafarers Log staff includes Charles Svenson, editoc Mike Hall, managing editor; and Associate Editors Max Hall and Deborah Greene. and operated by companies that pay no U.S. taxes and owe no allegiance to the United States," Jim Henry, Transportation Institute president said in a prepared statement. In the case of the Alaskan cruise ships, Sacco said a waiver of U.S.flag requirements would "have a chilling effect" on any operator who might have plans to enter the trade. "I would respectfully suggest that in the absence of the Jones Act, no operator would risk competing against foreign-flag fleets, sailing substandard vessels manned by Third World crews paid substandard wages," the SIU president said. No action is expected on either bill before the close of Congress. But if the bills are reintroduced in the next session, the SIU will mount a campaign to protect U.S.-ftag ships and American seagoingjobs. Laker's Daughter To Teach in China Kenneth Shorkey, an AB aboard the M/V Belle River, has reason to be proud. His daughter Carolyn will have the honor of representing the President Carter Center in Atlanta during a five-month trip to China. Ms. Shorkey has been assigned to Qingdao, where she will conduct teacher training in special education for visually impaired children. Thirty Chinese teachers have been selected from throughout China to attend her classes and will then take their newly acquired skills back to their home schools for the blind. A 1970 graduate of Algonac High School, Ms. Shorkey is also a graduate of Michigan State University and received her masters degree in learning disabilities from Georgia State University. Jones Echoes SIU Warning on GATT and Maritime Issues Last month the SIU warned that upcoming GATT talks could result in the opening of U.S. Jones Act trades to foreign-flag ships, if the industry and its allies aren't vigilant (see Sept. LOG). Now, Rep. Walter B. Jones (DN.C.), chairman of the House Merchant Marine and Fisheries Committee, has sent his House colleagues a letter outlining the same concerns. others are concerned about. Last year when similar threats were contained in the U .S.-Canada Free Trade Agreement, pressure from maritime interests was able to remove those sections. Jones has drafted a resolution, sup- ported by the SIU, calling on the administration not to submit any proposal that ''would in any way consider maritime .activity as being within the scope of' areas covered by the GATT. The Union is closely monitoring the situation. SIU Backs Humphrey There is "no room" in the GATT talks for proposals ''which would encourage entry by the Third World and East bloc vessels into maritime trades now reserved, for security reasons, to vessels of the United States. ''Allowing such participation would ultimately and irrevocably spell the end of the U.S.-flag merchant marine,'' Jones wrote. GAIT, the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade, is a worldwide trade agreement which covers many areas of international trade. There is some indication the next round of talks on GATT will include maritime services, and that is what the SIU, Jones and Following in his father's pro-labor footsteps, Hubert "Skip" Humphrey is the Democratic candidate for one of Minnesota's U.S. Senate seats. Humphrey (above center) is shown with SIU Duluth Field Rep. Wayne Brandt (left) and Byron Kelley, SIU Great Lakes headquarters rep. �Monthly Membership Meetings FALCON LEADER (Seahawk Management), August 28-Chairman Joseph Caruso, Engine Delegate Paul Moran. No beefs or disputed OT. The deck department reports it finally has a full deck gang-and there's still unlimited OT! The ship will pay off at sea on Aug. 31 . The Falcon Leader's enroute to Bahrain-with a 60-day MSC extension to its contract. The educational director stressed the importance of upgrading at Piney Point. The ice machine is still broken after two months. If it can't be fixed, members request a new one be ordered. The crew received Marianne Drozak's thank-you card for their condolences on Frank Drozak's death. The crew got a donation together and sent it to the SIU for the cancer society. Next port: Bahrain. LNG LIBRA (Energy Transportation Corp.), August 14-Chairman B.B. Darley, Secretary H. Markowitz, Educational Director C. Dahlhaus, Deck Delegate F. Smith, Engine Delegate D. Terry, Steward Delegate G. Taylor. No beefs or disputed OT. There is $1,065.20 in the ship's fund and $134 in the SIU fund . The bosun reported that a letter had been received from headquarters with some answers to previous questions. The letter mentioned better security at the Union halls, gave a job description for an OS, and clarified the question of the chief mate working on deck. The steward reported that this is his first trip on the Ubra. He is happy to see that everything is in good shape and running smoothly. He also thanked the crew for helping keep the lounge and galley clean at night. A vote of thanks was then given to the steward department for a job well done. Next ports: Arun, Indonesia and Tobata, Japan. PFC DEWAYNE T. WILLIAMS (AMSEA), September 4-Chairman Alvin C. Mccants, Secretary Don Spangler, Educational Director/Engine Delegate M. Sabin, Deck Delegate Howard F. Hare, Steward Delegate Antoinette M. Spangler. No beefs or disputed OT. There is $140 in the ship's fund, and there will be a pilot pool for Jacksonville. The chairman stressed the importance of the no smoking regulation while docked in Jacksonville. Smoking is allowed only in the crew mess-nowhere else (including toc'sles). The ship will pay off in Norfolk and the crew will be laid off prior to a three-week shipyard period. Members might want to make the most of this time by attending the three-day firefighting course. "You will not have to incur any expenses, and you won't have to use any of your vacation time. " Just be sure to save your receipts and submit them to AMSEA for a refund. Members were also reminded that there will be no eating or drinking on deck while in Jacksonville. The Coast Guard will be very strict about garbage going over the side, especially styrofoam cups. A repair list has been posted for everyone on the crew bulletin board. A vote of appreciation was given to the steward department, especially to the two fine cooks onboard. "Each and every meal is too tempting to pass up and our waistlines show it." In its report to the Seafarer's LOG, the Williams says: "Just left the Panama Canal heading East. Passed one of our sister ships, the MN Button in Gatun Lake as they are heading back to the Pacific after their shipyard period." ROVER (Ocean Carriers, Inc.), August 28-Chairman Robert Wilson, Secretary E. Harris, Educational Director J. Parkhurst, Deck Delegate Jerry LaDuke, Engine Delegate P. West, Steward Delegate L. Razo. No beets or disputed OT reported. There is $165 in the ship's fund. All communications received aboard ship from headquarters were read. They concerned the ship's movies, bad drinking water, shortage of QMEDs, dying ice machine, Persian Gulf bonus, shortage of American seamen on the Rover, and aJ"ohol abuse aboard American vessels. A topside maintenance report from OCI also was read. Each member has a copy of the new wage and overtime increases, effective Aug. 21. The educational director reminded everyone to be careful when wearing rubbersoled shoes on an oily deck. The Rover still has two foreign men working aboard ship, one AB and one QMED. "Please send us SIU men and we will train them ourselves. The foreign men that come aboard have to be trained, so why not train our own brothers?" Next port: Bahrain. Port Deep Sea Lakes, Inland Waters Date Piney Point .............. Monday , November 7 . . .. . ..... . . . .... 10:30 a .m. New York . . ............. Tuesday , November 8 .. .... . .......... 10:30 a.m. Philadelphia .............. Wednesday , November 9 .. . ........... 10:30 a.m. Baltimore ................ Thursday, November 10 . ........... . .. 10:30 a.m. Norfolk ............... . . Thursday , November 10 . .............. 10:30 a.m. Jacksonville .............. Thursday , November 10 . ... . .......... 10:30 a.m. Algonac ............... . . Monday, November 14 . . ... .. . . ....... 10:30 a.m. Houston ............. . .. . Monday , November 14 ................ 10:30 a.m. New Orleans ........... .. Tuesday, November 15 ........ .. ... . .. 10:30 a.m. Mobile .. . ... . .. ..... . . .. Wednesday , November 16 .... .. . . ... .. 10:30 a.m. San Francisco ............ Thursday , November 17 . .......... . . . . 10:30 a.m. Wilmington .............. Monday, November 21 ........ . ... .... 10:30 a.m. Seattle ......... . .. . ... . . Friday , November 25 ................. 10:30 a.m. San Juan . . .... . ...... . . .Thursday, November 10 .. . . . ... . . .. .. . 10:30 a.m . St. Louis ............ . ... Friday , November 18 ............. . .. . 10:30a.m. Honolulu ....... .... ..... Friday, November 18 . . . . ..... . ....... 10:30 a.m. Duluth .................. Wednesday , November 16 ........... . . 10:30 a.m. Jersey City ............. . .Wedne day , November 23 ............. 10:30 a.m. New Bedford .. . . . ........ Tuesday , November 22 ............ . ... 10:30 a.m. SAM HOUSTON (Waterman), July 24Chairman Herbert D. Leake, Secretary G.T. Aquino, Educational Director P. Walker. No beefs or disputed OT. There is about $140 in the ship's fund. The chairman stressed that this is an election year and how important it ts for SIU members to contribute to SPAD. These donations assist in the passage of any legislation that will help the maritime industry. " It is imperative that we pass as many bills in our favor-as soon as possibl&-in order to keep our level of income as high as possible. " The secretary added that it is not only the right, but the duty, of every member to vote. "As union members, we also must assist any politician who may be supporting the maritime industry. Get out, fellow members, and do a little leg work. You meet nice people and learn a lot. After the election you can go to Piney Point and upgrade to a better paying job. You won't be sorry you did. " The steward thanked all hands for helping to keep the messroom and pantry clean. He also gave a vote of thanks to P. Walker, chief electrician, for keeping the galley equipment in working order. The steward department, in turn, was given a vote of thanks for a fine job and a good menu. "This has been a good trip and a good crew." In its report to the Seafarer's LOG, the Sam Houston says: "We would like the LOG to note that the demonstrations put on by members of the crew with survival suits are very good and informative." One minute of silence was observed in memory of our departed brothers and sisters. Next port: Newport News, Va. ULTRAMAR (A.M.T.), August 14-Chairman K.W. Craft, Secretary D.S. Smith, Educational Director D.D. Dobbins, Deck Delegate G. Khan, Engine Delegate G. Jackson, Steward Delegate D. Camacho. Some disputed OT was reported in the engine department and will be taken up with the patrolman on arrival. There is $150 in the ship's movie fund. The chairman reminded all crewmembers to cooperate in keeping the ship in good condition. "There is a lot of work to be done aboard ship and everyone should do their best to maintain and upgrade its condition." A discussion was held on the possibility of closing some of our Union halls and being shipped by phone from Manpower. A vote was taken and all crewmembers voted against such a move, stating that it would mean that there is no longer a need for a union or union officials. It will be discussed with the boarding patrolman at payoff. The educational director reminded all crewmembers to register to vot&-and to support the SIU's political programs by con- tributing to SPAD. The Ultramar is in need of a new ice machine, a refrigerator for the crew's messhall, a new VCR and a new TV. The steward and his department were given a vote of thanks for their fine food and service given during the voyage. Next port: Vancouver, Wash. Official ships minutes also were received from the following vessels: ADONIS AMERICAN EAGLE LNG AQUARIUS BAYAMON FALCON PRINCESS 1ST LT. B. LOPEZ LNG LEO LI ERTY WAVE NEDLLOYD HOLLAND NUEVO SAN JUAN OMI CHAMPION OVERSEAS CHICAGO OVERSEAS HARRIETTE ROBERT E. LEE SEA-LAND ACHIEVER SEA-LAND ATLANTIC SEA-LAND CHALLENGER SEA-WO COMMITMENT SEA-LAND CRUSADER SEA-LAND EXPLORER SEA-WO EXPRESS SEA-LAND HAWAII SEA-LAND INDEPENDENCE SEA-LAND INNOVATOR SEA-LAND INTEGRITT SEA-WD MARINER SEA-LAND NAVIGATOR SEA-LAND PACIFIC SEA-LAND PERFORMANCE SEA-LAND TRADER SEA-LAND VALUE USNS DUTTON USNS STALWART LNG VIRGO INLAND James H. Corder, 62 Jacksonville , Fla. Erik R. Fischer, 65 New York Henry W. Owen Jr., 65 John D. Pennell, 62 New Orleans , La. Houston , Texas Harry Chromiak, 62 Philadelphia, Pa. Walter Hinko, 61 New York Thomas R. Hunt, 61 Philadelphia, Pa. Rudolph J. Jadrich, 62 Algonac , Mich. Wesley A. Kirk Sr., 62 Norfolk, Va. John H. McCormick, 62 Philadelphia, Pa: William Parisi, 63 Gloucester, Mass. GLOUCESTER FISHERMEN Harry L. Frierson, 53 Robert C. Gartman, 65 Mobile , Ala. Duluth , Minn. Donald L. Thompson, 67 Orie A. Wilson, 65 San Francisco, Calif. Mobile , Ala. Wiltz Fontenot, 61 Houston, Texas Osiris E. Martinez, 62 Santurce, P.R. Osiris E. Martinez, 62 John S. Higgins, 68 Santurce , P.R. San Francisco , Calif. Joseph Zeloy, 62 Jacksonville, Fla. John J. Pierce, 60 Philadelphia, Pa. Giacomo Rallo, 50 Gloucester, Mass. Ambrose P. Parisi, 62 Gloucester, Mass. GREAT LAKES John P. Dolan, 62 Algonac, Mich. George J. Finnerty, 61 Algonac, Mich. October 1988 I LOG I 5 �The Seafarers Hany Lurufe6er9 Schoo( of Seamanship Saf:utes tile Seafarers International Union of North America on its Goeden Atmiversary ... 50 prowlyears OJstewardship in protecting tfze fabor interests !2Lmerica$ mercliant seamen 6 I LOG I October 1988 of �' • I •• !.. , -;. 1989 Upgrading Course Schedule .~~·=," .. ~ ~'JJ ., ._,...,,,,, Radar Refresher/Renewal Open-ended, 3 days (Contact Admissions Office for starting date.) Radar Recertification Open-ended, 1 day (Contact Admissions Office for star1ing date) Celestial Navigation February 29 June 27 ~ I Programs Geared to Improve Job Skills And Promote U.S. Maritime Industry January - June 1989 The following is the current course schedule for January - June 1989 at the Seafarers Harry Lunde berg School of Seamanship. *Minimum number of students required for Celestial Navigation class to be held is five (5). Third Mate & Original Second Mate January 16 April 14 Lifeboat January 9 February 6 March 6 April 3 May 1 May 29 June 26 January 20 February 17 March 17 April 14 May 12 June 9 July 7 Tankerman May 15 June 9 LNG - (This course is not offered as a separate course, but may be taken while attending any of the regularly scheduled courses.) PLEASE NOTE: All members are required to take firefighting when ~ attending SHLSS. Engine Upgrading Courses Check-In Date January 9 Completion Date April 17 July 7 Marine Electrical Maint. January 9 March 3 Refrigeration Systems Maint. & Op. April 3 May 12 ~ated June 12 July 7 Course QMED - Any Rating GJntainers-AdvancEd Maint. April 1 July 29 Self Study Safety Course March 31 * Upon completion of course, must take a four-week Sealift Operations & Maintenance Course. Pumproom Maint. & Operations April 3 May 12 Variable Speed DC Drives March 20 April 28 Welding February 6 March 3 Recertification Programs Check-In Date Completion Date May 1 May 26 Course Diesel Engine Technology February 6 March 3 Steward Recertification January 30 March 6 Electro-Hydraulic Systems May 15 June 23 April 14 March 27 May 8 March 20 Bosuns Recertification Hydraulics FOWT February 6 March 17 June 12 July 21 June 26 July 21 Automation Adult Education Courses ourse * All students in the Engine Department will have two weeks of Sealift Familiarization at the end of their regular course. Check-In Date Assistant Cook High School Equivalency (GED) January 3 April 3 July 3 September 4 October 30 February 13 May 13 August 14 October 16 December 11 Adult Basic Education (ABE) January 3 April 3 July 3 September 4 October 30 February 11 May 13 August 12 October 14 December 9 English as a Second Language (ESL) January 3 April 3 July 3 September 4 October 30 February 11 May 13 August 12 October 14 December 9 Completion Date Open-ended (Contact Admissions Office for starting date)* Cook and Baker Open-ended (Contact Admissions Office for starting date)* Chief Cook Open-ended (Contact Admissions Office for starting date)* Chief Steward Open-ended (Contact Admissions Office for starting date)* * All students in the Steward Department will have two weeks of Sealift Familiarization at the end of their regular course. Completion Date For students who wish to apply for the GED, ESL, or ABE classes in 1989, the courses will be six weeks in length and offered on the following dates: Steward Upgrading Courses Course Check-In Date The Developmental Studies Class (DVS) will be offered one week prior to some of the upgrading classes. Deck Upgrading Courses Developmental Studies (DVS) January 30 June 5 Check-In Date Completion Date Able Seaman January 23 March 20 May 15 March 3 April 28 June 23 First Class Pilot (Organized self study) Open-ended (Contact Admissions Office for starting date) Radar April 17 Course April28 *Minimum number of students required for radar class to be held is four (4). February 3 (Offered prior to the FOWT Course) June 9 (Offered prior to the FOWT Course) April 10 April 14 (Offered prior to the QMED Course) ABE/ESL Lifeboat Preparation Course Februaryl 3 March 13 March 3 March 31 April 10 April 28 This three-week course is an Introduction to Lifeboat and is designed to help seafarers prepare themselves for the regular Lifeboat course which is scheduled immediately after this course. This class will benefit those seafarers who have difficulty reading, seafarers whose first language is not English, and seafarers who have been out of school for a long time. October 1988 I LOG I 7 - �Voting Procedures, Sample Ballot, Other Information for 1988 General Election of Officers, 1989--1992 Seafarers International Union Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes & Inland Waters District S ecret ballots, for the election of officers and job holders for the term 1989-1992, will be available to members of the Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District of the Seafarers International Union of North America from Nov. 1 through Dec. 31. The ballot will contain the names of all qualified candidates as was determined by the Union's Credentials Committee and membership in accordance with the Union's Constitution. The election will be conducted by a mail ballot as provided by the Union's Constitution. Secret ballots, together with self-addressed, stamped envelopes for mailing, will be available to full-book members in good standing at union halls. A full list of cities and street addresses where ballots will be available accompanies this story. Election procedures are spelled out in detail in Article XIII of the SIU Constitution which is printed in this special supplement of the Log. Seafarers may pick up their ba - able to members who believe they will be at sea during the voting period and unable to secure a ballot. Requests for absentee ballots must be made by registered or certified mail postmarked no later than midnight, Nov. 15 and must be delivered no later than Nov. 25, 1988. The requests must be mailed to the Secretary's office at SIU Headquarters in Camp Springs, Maryland. Seafarers requesting absentee ballots are cautioned to include with the request the address where they want the ballot to be mailed. Once he receives his ballot and envelopes, the member's vote becomes completely secret since, after he marks his ballot in secret, he inserts it into the envelope marked ''Ballot,'' seals it and places it into the mailing envelope already addressed to the bank depository, seals the mailing envelope and mails it. Notice On Unopposed Candidates One part of the article of the SIU Constitution which deals with rules for elections concerns the election of candidates who are unopposed for office. The section states that those candidates who are unopposed for any office or job shall be considered elected to that office or job, and that the Tallying Committee shall not have to count the votes for any such candidate. The entire section, contained in Article XIII, Section S(a) of the SIU Constitution, reads as follows: "A candidate unopposed for any office or job shall be deemed elected to such office or job notwithstanding that his name may appear on the ballot. The Union Tallying Committee shall not be required to tally - lots and mailing envelopes from 9 a.m. until noon, Monday through Saturdays, except on legal holidays, at any of the designated portcity locations from Nov. 1 through Dec. 31. Mailing envelopes containing ballots must be postmarked no later than midnight, Dec. 31, 1988 and must be received by Jan . .5, 1989. Only full-book members in good standing are eligible to vote. Each member must present his book to the port agent or the agent's designated representative when the member secures his ballot, his ballot envelope and a postage-paid, pre-addressed enveloped in which to return the ballot envelope containing the ballot. When the member receives his ballot, his book will be stamped with the word "voted" and the date. The top part of the ballot above the perforated line will be retained by the port agent. In cases where a member does not produce his book, or where there is a question about his being in good standing or otherwise eli- gible to vote, the member will receive a mailing envelope of a different color marked with the word "challenge," and his book shall be stamped "Voted Challenge" and the date. Absentee ballots will be avail8 I LOG I October 1988 While he must sign his name on the first line of the upper lefthand corner of the mailing envelope, and print his name and book number on the second line, the secrecy of the ballot-which is encased in an unmarked ballot envelope-is complete. No ballot will be opened for counting until all envelopes containing valid ballots have first been opened, the ballot envelope removed intact, and all ballot envelopes mixed together. In no way will there be any connection between the mailing envelope-containing the member's name-and the ballot envelope or the ballot itself. Ballots will be counted by a rank-and-file Union Tallying Committee consisting of two members elected from each of the Constitutional Ports. They will be elected in December. I - completely the results of the voting for such unopposed candidate but shall certify in their report that such unopposed candidate has been elected to such office or job. The Election Report Meeting shall accept the above certification of the Union Tallying Committee without change.'' �NOTICE OF 1988 ELECTION FOR ELECTION OF 1989-1992 OFFICERS AND CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENTS SEAFARERS INTERNATIONAL UNION OF NORTH AMERICA· Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District Election will be conducted by secret mail ballot. Ballots may be obtained at the following locations from 9:00 AM. to 12 Noon, Mondays through Saturdays, excluding holidays, during the voting period. The voting period shall commence on November 1st, 1988 and shall continue through December 31st, 1988. VOTING LOCATIONS 675 Fourth Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11232 BALTIMORE 1216 E. Baltimore Street, Baltimore, MD 21202 NEW YORK DETROIT-ALGONAC 520 St. Clair River Drive, Algonac, Ml 48001 NORFOLK 115 Third Street, Norfolk, VA 23510 PHILADELPHIA 2604 South Fourth Street, Philadelphia, PA 19148 PINEY POINT Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship, DULUTH 705 Medical Arts Building, Duluth, MN 55802 HONOLULU 636 Cooke Street, Honolulu, HI 96813 HOUSTON 1221 Pierce Street, Houston, TX 77002 JACKSONVILLE 3315 Liberty Street, Jacksonville, FL 32206 JERSEY CITY 99 Montgomery Street, Jersey City, NJ 07302 SAN FRANCISCO 350 Fremont Street, San Francisco, CA 94105 MOBILE 1640 Dauphin Island Parkway, Mobile, AL 36605 SEATILE 2505 First Avenue, Seattle, WA 98121 NEW BEDFORD 50 Union Street, New Bedford, MA 02740 ST. LOUIS 4581 Gravois Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63116 630 Jackson Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70130 WILMINGTON 510 North Broad Avenue, Wilmington, CA 90744 NEW ORLEANS Piney Point, MD 20674 PUERTO RICO 1057 Fernandez Juncos, Stop 16, Santurce, PR 00907 (SANTURCE) SIU Constitution Rules on Election Article XIII Elections for Officers, Headquarters Representatives, Port Agents and Port Employees Section 1. Nominations. Except as provided in Section 2 (b) of this Article. any full book member may submit his name for nomination for any office, or the job of Headquarters Representative, Port Agent or Port Employee , by delivering or causing to be delivered in person, to the office of the Secretary at Headquarters, or sending a letter addressed to the Credentials Committee, in care of the Secretary at the address of Headquarters. This letter shall be dated and shall contain the following: (a) The name of the candidate. (b) His home address and mailing addres (c) His book number. (d) The title of the offfice or other job for which he is a candidate, including the name of the Port in the event the position sought is that of Agent or Port Employee. (e) Proof of citizenship. (f) Proof of seatime and/or employment as required for candidates. (g) In the event the member is on a vessel, he shall notify the Credentials Committee what vessel he is on. This shall be done also if he ships subsequent to forwarding his credentials. (h) Annexing a certificate in the following form. signed and dated by the proposed nominee: "I hereby certify that I am not now, nor, for the five (5) years last past. have I been either a member of the Communist Party or convicted of, or served any part of a prison term resulting from conviction of robbery, bribery, extortion, embezzlement, grand larceny, burglary, arson, violation of narcotics laws, murder, rape, assault with intent to kill, assault which inflicts grievous bodily injury, or violation of Title II or lll of the Landrum-Griffin Act, or conspiracy to commit any such crimes ... Dated .................................................. . Signarure of member Book No. . ............................................. . Printed forms of 'the certificate shall be made available to nominees. Where a nominee cannot truthfully execute such a certificate, but is, in fact. legally eligible for an office or job by reason of the restoration of civil rights originally revoked by such conviction or a favorable determination by the Board of Parole of the United States Department of Justice . he shall. in lieu of the foregoing certificate, furnish a complete signed statement of the facts of his case together with true copies of the documents supporting his statement. Any full boak member may nominate any other full book member in which event such full book member so nominated shall comply with the provi~ions of this Article as they are set forth herein relating to the submission of credentials. By reason of the above self nomination provision the responsibility, if any, for notifying a nominee of his nomination to office shall be that of the nominator. All documents required herein must reach Headquarters no earlier than July 15 and no later than August 15 of the election year. The Secretary is charged'\Vith safekeeping of these letters and shall tum them over to the Credentials Committee upon the latter's request. Section 2. Credentials Committee. (a) A Credentials Committee shall be elected at the regular meeting in August of the election year at the Port where Headquarters is located. It shall consist of six (6) full book members in attendance at the meeting with two (2) members to be elected from each of the Deck, Engine and Stewards Departments. No officer, Headquarters Representative, Port Agent or Port Employee, or candidate for office of the job of Head- quarters Representative, Port Agent or Port Employee, shall be eligible for election to this Committee except as provided for in Article X, Section 4. Jn the event any Committee member is unable to serve, the Committee shall suspend until the President or Executive Vice-President or the Secretary, in that order, calls a special meeting at the Port where Headquarters is located in order to elect a replacement. The Committee's results shall be by majority vote with any tie vote being resolved by a majority vote of the membership at a special meeting called for that purpose at that Port. (b) After its election, the Committee shall immediately go into session. It shall determine whether the person has submitted his application correctly and possesses the necessary qualifications. The Committee shall prepare a report listing each applicant and his book number under the office or job he is seeking. Each applicant shall be marked ''qualified'' or ''disqualified'' according to the findings of the Committee . Where an applicant has been marked " disqualified," the reason therefor must be stated in the report. Where a tie vote has been resolved by a special meeting of the membership, that fact shall also be noted with sufficient detail. The report shall be signed by all of the Committee members and be completed and submitted to the Ports in time for the next regular meeting after their election. At this meeting, it shall be read and incorporated in the minutes and then posted on the bulletin board in each Port. On the last day of nominations, one member of the Committee shall stand by in Headquarters to accept delivery of credentials. All credentials must be in Headquarters by midnight of closing day. (c) When an applicant has been disqualified by the Committee, he shall be notified immediately by telegram at the addresses listed by him pursuant to Section t of this Article. He shall also be sent a letter containing their reasons for such disqualification by air mail. special delivery. registered or certified, to the mailing address designated pursuant to Section l(b) of this Article. A disqualified applicant shall have the right to take an appeal to the membership from the decision of the Committee. He shall forward copies of such appeal to each Port where the appeal shall be presented and voted upon at a regular meeting no later than the second meeting after the Committee's election. It is the responsibility of the applicant to insure timely delivery of his appeal. In any event, without prejudice to his written appeal, the applicant may appear in person before the Committee within two days after the day on which the telegram is sent to correct his application or argue for his qualification. The Committee's report shall be prepared early enough to allow the applicant to appear before it within the time set forth in this Constitution and still reach the Ports in time for the first regular meeting after its election . (d) A majority vote of the membership shall. in the case of such appeals, be sufficient to overrule any disqualification by the Credentials Committee in which event the one so previously classified shall then be deemed qualified. (e) The Credentials Committee, in passing upon the qualifications of candidates, shall have the right to conclusively presume that anyone nominated and qualified in previous elections for candidacy for any office, or the job of Headquarters Representative, Port Agent, or Port Employee has met all the requirements of Section 1 (a) of Article XII. Section 3. Balloting Procedures. (a) Balloting in the manner hereafter provided shall commence on November 1st of the election year and shall continue through December 31st, exclusive of Sundays and (for each individual Port) holidays legally recognized in the City of which the Port affected is located. If November 1st or December 31st falls on a holiday legally recognized in a Port in the City in which that Port is located, the balloting period in such Port shall commence or terminate, as the case may be, ·o n the next succeeding business day. Subject to the foregoing, for the purpose of full book members securing their ballots, the Ports shall be open from 9:00 A.M. to 12 Noon, Monday through Saturday, excluding holidays. (b) Balloting shall be by mail. The Secretary shall insure the proper -and timely preparation of ballots without partiality as to candidates or Ports. The ballots may contain general information and instructive comments not inconsistent with the provisions of this Constitution. All qualified candidates shall be listed thereon alphabetically within each category with book number and job seniority classification status. The listing of the Ports shall first set forth Headquarters and then shall follow a geographical pattern commencing with the most northerly Port of the Atlantic Coast, following the Atlantic Coast down to the most southerly Port on that coast, then westerly along the Gulf of Mexico and so on, until the list of Ports is exhausted. Any Port outside the Continental United States shall then be added. There shall be no write-in voting and no provisions for the same shall appear on the ballot. Each ballot shall be so prepared as to have the number thereon placed at the top thereof and shall be so perforated as to enable that portion containing the said number to be easily removed to insure secrecy of the ballot. On this removable portion shall also be placed a short statement indicating the nature of the ballot and the voting date thereof. (c) The ballots so prepared at the direction of the Secretary shall be the only official ballots. No others may be used. Each ballot shall be numbered as indicated in the preceding paragraphs ~ and shall be numbered consecutively, commencing with number l. A sufficient amount shall be printed and distributed to each Port. A record of the ballots, both by serial numbers and amount. sent thereto, shall be maintained by the Secretary who shall also send each Port Agent a verification list indicating the amount and serial numbers of the ballots sent. The Secretary shall also send to each Port Agent a sufficient amount of blank opaque envelopes containing the word, "Ballot" on the face of the envelope, as well as a sufficient amount of opaque mailing envelopes, first class postage prepaid and printed on the face thereon as the addressee shall be the name and address of the depository for the receipt of such ballots as designated by the President in the manner provided by Article X. Section 1, of this Constitution . In the upper left-hand comer of such mailing envelope, there shall be printed thereon, as a top line, provision for the voter's signature and on another line immediately thereunder, provision for the printing of the voter's name and book number. In addition, the Secretary shall also send a sufficient amount of mailing envelopes identical with the mailing envelopes mentioned above, except that they shall be of different color, and shall contain on the face of such envelope, in bold letters, the word, "Challenge." The Secretary shall further furnish a sufficient amount of "Roster Sheets" which shall have printed thereon. at the top thereof. the year of the election, and immediately thereunder, five (5) vertical columns designated date, ballot number, signature full book member's name, book number and comments, and such roster sheets shall contain horizontal lines immediately under the captions of each of the above five columns. The Secretary shall also send a sufficient amount of envelopes with the printed name and address of the depository on the face thereof, and in the upper left-hand corner, the name of the Port and address, and on the face of such envelope, should be printed the words. "Roster Sheets and Ballot Stubs". Each Port Agent shall maintain separate records of the ballots sent him and shall inspect and count the ballots when received to insure that the amount sent, as well as the number thereon, conform to the amount and numbers listed by the Secretary as having been sent to that Port. The Port Agent shall immediately execute and return to the Secretary a receipt acknowledging the correctness of the amount and the numbers of the ballots sent, or shall notify the Secretary of any discrepancy. Discrepancies shall be corrected as soon as possible prior to the voting period. In any event, receipts shall be forwarded for all the aforementioned election material actually received. The Secretary shall prepare a file in which shall be kept October 1988 I LOG I 9 �SIU Constitution Rules on Election memoranda and correpondence dealing with the election. This file shall at all times be available to any member asking for inspe~tion of the same at the office of the Secretary and shall be turned over to the Union Tallying Committee. (d) Balloting shall be secret. Only full book members in good standing may vote. Each full book member may secure his ballot at Port offices from the Port Agent or his duly designated representative at such Port. Each Port Agent shall designate an area at the Port office over which should be posted the legend "Voting Ballots Secured Here." When a full book member appears to vote he shall present his book to the Port Agent or his aforementioned duly designated representative. The Port Agent or his duly designated representative shall insert on the roster sheet under the appropriate column the date, the number of the ballot given to such member and his full book number, and the member shall then sign his name on such roster sheet under the appropriate column. Such member shall have his book stamped with the word, "Voted" and the date, and shall be given a ballot, and simultaneously the perforation on the top of the ballot shall be removed. At the same time the member shall be given the envelope marked "Ballot" together with the prepaid postage mailing envelope addressed to the depository. The member shall take such ballot and envelopes and in secret thereafter, mark his ballot, fold the same, insert it in the blank envelope marked "Ballot", seal the same, then insert such "Ballot" envelope into the mailing envelope, seal such mailing envelope, sign his name on the upper left-hand corner on the first line of such mailing envelope and on the second line in the upper left-hand comer print his name and book number, after which he shall mail or cause the same to be mailed. In the event a full book member appears to vote and is not in good standing or does not have his membership book with him or it appears for other valid reasons he is not eligible to vote, the same procedure as provided above shall apply to him, except that on the roster sheet under the column "Comments", notation should be made that the member voted a challenged ballot and the reason for his challenge. Such member's membership book shall be stamped "voted challenge", and the date, and such member instead of the above-mentioned mailing envelope, shall be given the mailing envelope of a different color marked on the face thereof with the word, "Challenge". At the end of each day, the Port Agent or his duly designated representative shall enclose in the envelope addressed to the depository and marked "Roster Sheets and Ballot Stubs", the roster sheet or sheets executed .by the members that day together with the numbered perforated slips removed from the ballots which had been given to the members, and then mail the same to such depository. To insure that an adequate supply of all balloting material is maintained in all Ports at all times, the Port Agent or his duly designated representative, simultaneously with ·mailing of the roster sheets and ballot stubs to the depository at the end of each day, shall also make a copy of the roster sheet for that day and mail the same to the Secretary at Headquarters. The Port Agent shall be responsible for the proper safeguarding of all election material and shall not release any of it until duly called for and shall insure that no one tampers with the material placed in his custody. (e) Full book members may request and vote an absentee ballot under the following circumstances: while such member is employed on a Union contracted vessel and which vessel's schedule does not provide for it to be at a Port in which a ballot can be secured during the time and period provided for in Section 3 (a) of this Article or is in an accredited hospital any time during the first ten ( J0) days of the month of November of the Election Year. The member shall make a request for an absentee ballot by registered or certified mail or the equivalent mailing device at the location from which such request is made, if such be the case. Such request shall contain a designation as to the address to which such member wishes his absentee ballot returned. The request shall be postmarked no later than 12:00 P.M. on the 15th day of November of the election year, shall be directed to the Secretary at Headquarters and must be delivered no later than . the 25th of such November. The Secretary shall determine whether such member is eligible to vote such absentee ballot . The Secretary, if he determines that such member is so eligible, shall by the 30th of such November, send by registered mail, return receipt requested. to the address so designated' by such member, a "Ballot", after removing the perforated numbered stub, together with the hereinbefore mentioned "Ballot" envelope, and mailing envelope addressed to the depository, except that printed on the face of such mailing envelope shall be the words "Absentee Ballot" and appropriate voting instructions shall accompany such mailing to the member. If the Secretary determines that such member is ineligible to receive such absentee ballot, he shall nevertheless send such member the aforementioned ballot with accompanying material except that the mailing envelope addressed to the depository shall have printed on the race thereof the w·oros .. Challenged Absentee Ballot. .. The Secretary shall keep records of all of the foregoing. including the reasons for determining such member· s ineligibility, which records shall be open for inspection by full book members and upon the convening of the Union Tallying Committee, presented to them. The Secretary shall send to all Ports the names and book numbers of the members to whom absentee ballots were sent. (f) All ballots to be counted must be received by the depository no later than the January 5th immediately subsequent to the election year and must be postmarked no later than 12 midnight December 31st of the election year. Section 4. (a) At the close of the last day of the penod for · 10 I LOG I October 1988 securing ballots, the Port Agent in each Port. in addition to his duties set fonh above, shall deliver or mail to Headquarters by registered or certified mail. attention Union Tallying ~ommittee, all unused ballots and shall spe1;ifically set forth by serial number and amount the unused ballots so forwarded. (b) The Union Tallying Committee shall consist of 20 full book members. Two shall be ·selected from each of the 10 Ports of New York, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Mobile, New Orleans, Houston, Detroit-Algonac, San Francisco, St. Louis and Piney Point. The election shall be held at the regular meeting in December of the election year or, if the Executive Board otherwise determines prior thereto, at a special meeting held in the aforesaid Ports, on the first business day of the last week of said month. No officer, Headquarters Representative, Port Agent, Port Employee, or candidate for office, or the job of Headquarters Representative, Port Agent or Port Employee shall be eligible for election to this Committee except as provided for in Article X, Section 4. In addition to its duties herein set forth, the Union Tallying Committee shall be charged with the tallying of all the ballots and the preparation of a closing report setting forth, in complete detail, the results of the election, including a complete accounting of all ballots and stubs, and reconciliation of the same with the rosters and receipts of the Port Agents, all with detailed reference to serial numbers and amounts and with each total broken down into Port totals. The Union Tallying Committee shall have access to all election records and files for their inspection, examination and verification. The report shall clearly detail all discrepancies discovered and shall contain recommendations for the treatment of these discrepancies. All members of the Committee shall sign the report, without prejudice, however, to the right of any member thereof to submit a dissenting report as to the accuracy of the count and the validity of the ballots, with pertinent details. In connection with the tally of ballots there shall be no counting of ballots until all mailing envelopes containing valid ballots have first been opened, the ballot envelopes removed intact and then all of such ballot envelopes mixed together, after which such ballot envelopes shall be opened and counted in such multiples as the Committee may deem expedient and manageable. The Committee shall resolve all issues on challenged ballots and then tally those found valid utilizing the same procedure as provided in the preceding sentence either jointly or separately. (c) The members of the Union Tallying Committee shall, after their election, proceed to the Port in which Headquarters is located, to arrive at that Port no later than January 5th of the year immediately after the election year. Each member of the Committee not elected from the Port in which Headquarters is located shall be reimbursed for transportation, meals, and lo<;iging expenses occasioned by their traveling to and returning from that Port. Committee members elected from the Port in which Headquarters is located shall be similarly reimbursed, except for transportation. All members of the Committee shall also be paid at the prevailing standby rate of pay from the day subsequent to their election to the day they return, in normal course, to the Port from which they were elected. The Union Tallying Committee shall elect a chairman from among themselves and, subject to the express terms of this Constitution, adopt its own procedures. All decisions of such Committee and the contents of their report shall be valid if made by a majority vote, provided there be a quorum in attendance, which quorum is hereby fixed at ten. The Committee, but not Jess than a quorum thereof, shall have the sole right and duty to obtain all mailed ballots and the other mailed election material from the depository and to insure their safe custody during the course of the Committee's proceedings. The proceedings of the Committee, except for their organizational meeting and their actual preparation of the closing report and dissents therefrom, if any, shall be open to any member provided he observes decorum. Any candidate may act as an observer and/or designate another member to act as his observer at the counting of the ballots. In no event shall issuance of the above referred to closing report of the Committee be delayed beyond January 31st immediately subsequent to the close of.the election year. In the discharge of its duties, the Committee may call upon and utilize the services of clerical employees of the Union. The Committee shall be discharged upon the completion of the issuance and dispatch of its report as required in this Article. In the event a recheck and recount is ordered pursuant to this Article, the Committee shall be reconstituted, except that if any member thereof is not available, a substitute therefor shall be elected from the appropriate Port at a special meeting held for that purpose as soon as possible . (d) The report of the Committee shall be made up in sufficient copies to comply with the following requirements: two copies shall be mailed by the Committee to each Port Agent and the Secretary no later than January 31st immediately subsequent to the close of the election year. As soon as these copies are received , each Port Agent shall post one copy of the report on he bulletin board in a conspicuous manner and notify the Secretary, in writing, as to the date of uch posting. This copy shall be kept posted until after the Election Report Meeting which shall be the March regular membership meeting immediately following the close of the election year. At the Election Report Meeting, the other copy of the report shall be read verbatim. (e) Any full book member claiming a violation of the election and balloting procedure or the conduct of the same, shall within 72 hours of the occurrence of the claimed violation notify the Secretary at Headquarters, in writing by certified mail, of the same. se' ' ,1g forth his name, book number and the details so that appropriate corrective action. if warranted, may be taken . The Secretary shall expeditiously investigate the facts concerning the claimed violation, take such action as may be necessary, if any, and make a report and recommendation. if necessary. a copy of which shall be sent to the member and the original shall be filed for the Union Tallying Commiltee for their appropriate action, report and recommendation, if any. The foregoing shall not be applicable to matters involving the Credentials Committee's action or report, the provisions of Article XIII, Sections 1 and 2 being the pertinent provisions applicable to such matters. All protests as to any and all aspects of the election and balloting procedures or the conduct of the same not passed upon by the Union Tallying Committee in its report, excluding therefrom matters involving the Credentials Committee's action or report as provided in the last sentence of the immediately preceding paragraph, but including the procedure and report of the Union Tallying Committee, shall be filed in writing by certified mail with the Secretary at Headquarters to be received no later than the February 25th immediately subsequent to the close of the election year. It shall be the responsibility of the member to insure that his written protest is received by the Secretary no later than such February 25th. The Secretary shall forward copies of such written protest to all Ports in sufficient time to be read at the Election Report Meeting. The written protest shall contain the full book member's name. book number. and all details constituting the protest. (f) At the Election Report Meeting the report and recommendation of the Union Tallying Committee, including but not limited to discrepancies, protests passed upon by them, as well as protests filed with the Secretary as provided for in Section (e) immediately above shall be acted upon by the meeting. A majority vote of the membership shall decide what action, if any, in accordance with the Constitution shall be taken thereon, which action, however, shall not include the ordering of a special vote, unless reported discrepancies or protested procedure or conduct found to have occurred and to be violative of the Constitution affected the results of the vote for any office or job, in which event the special vote shall be restricted to such office, offices and/or job or jobs, as the case may be. A majority of the membership at the Election Report Meetings may order a recheck and recount when a dissent to the closing report has been issued by three (3) or more members of the Union Tallying Committee. Except for the contingencies provided for in this Section 4(f), the closing report shall be accepted as final. There shall be no further protest or appeal from the action of the majority of the membership at the Election Report Meetings. (g) Any special vote ordered pursuant to Section 4(f) shall be commenced within ninety (90) days after the first day of the month immediately subsequent to the Election Report Meetings mentioned above. The depository shall be the same as designated for the election from which the special vote is ordered. And the procedures shall be the same as provided for in Section 3, except where specific dates are provided for, the days shall be the dates applicable which provide for the identical time and days originally provided for in Section 3. The Election Report Meeting for the aforesaid special vote shall be that meeting immediately subsequent to the report of the Union Tallying Committee separated by one calendar month. Section 5. Elected Officers and Jobholders. (a) A candidate unopposed for any office or job shall be deemed elected to such office or job notwith landing that his name may appear on the ballot. The Union Tallying Committee shall not be required to tally completely the results of the voting for such unopposed candidate but shall certify in their report that such unopposed candidate has been elected to such office or job. The Election Report Meeting shall accept the above certification of the Union Tallying Committee without change. Section 6. Installation into Office and the Job of Headquarters Representathe, Port Agent or Port Employee. (a) The person elected shall be that person having the largest number of votes cast for the particular office or job involved. Where more than one person is to be elected for a particular office or job, the proper number of candidates receiving the successively highest number of votes shall be declared elected. These determinations shall be made only from the results deemed final and accepted as provided in this Article. It shall be the duty of the President to notify each individual elected. (b) The duly elected officers and other job holders shall take over their re pective offices and jobs and assume the duties thereof at midnight of the night of the Election Report Meeting, or the next regular meeting, depending upon which meeting the results as to each of the foregoing are deemed final and accepted, as provided in this Article. The term of their predecessors shall continue up to, and expire at that time, notwithstanding anything to the contrary contained in Article XI, Section I . This shall not apply where the successful candidate cannot assume his office because he is at sea. In such event, a majority vote of the membership may grant additional time for the assumption of the office or job. In the event of the failure of the newly-elected President to assume ' office the provisions of Article X, Section 12 shall apply until the expiration of the term. All other cases of failure to assume office shall be dealt with as decided by a majority vote of the membership . Section 7. The Secretary is specifically charged with the preservation and retention of all election records, including the ballots. as required by law, and is directed and authorized to issue such other and further directives as to the election procedures as are required by law, which directives shall be part of the election procedures of this Union. �VOTING PERIOD NOVEMBER 1st, 1988 THROUGH DECEMBER 31st, 1988 INSTRUCTIONS TO VOTERS-In order to vote for a candidate, mark a cross (X) in voting square to the left of name. If you vote for more candidates for office than specified herein, your vote for such office will be invalid. MARK YOUR BALLOT WITH PEN AND INK OR INDELIBLE PENCIL. ~71 HEADQUARTERS REPRESENTATIVE Vote for Five PRESIDENT Vote for One 1 D 2 D 11 Michael Sacco, S-1288 12 D Byron Kelley, K-12039 13 D Carl Peth , P-755 14 D Robert Pomerlane, P-437 15 George Ripoll, R-708 EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT Vote for One 3 D Joseph Sacco, S-1287 D 16 Joseph DiGiorgio, D-2 D 17 18 0 VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF THE ATLANTIC COAST Vote forOne 6 D 19 D Trevor " Robbie" Robertson, A-723 20 0 Robert Selzer, S-1258 21 CJ 22 0 23 D g 24 John Fay, F-363 0 SAN FRANCISCO PORT AGENT Vote for One 32 0 Donald C. Anderson, A-5244 SAN FRANCISCO PORT EMPLOYEE Vote for Two 33 0 34 0 35 D Harry L. Dennis Ill, D-5377 Thomas J. Fay, F-514 Gentry Moore, M-8001 Ted A. Tolentino, T-486 ST. LOUIS PORT AGENT Vote for One David Heindel, H-1443 David M. Carter, C-12088 ST. LOUIS PORT EMPLOYEE Vote for One Kermett T. Mangram, M-2394 37 0 Jesse Solis, S-8001 DETROIT-ALGONAC PORT AGENT Vote for One BALTIMORE PORT EMPLOYEE Vote for One 39 0 Richard "Dick" Gordon, G-943 40 William G. Truax, T-715 James P. McGee, M-5945 26 0 D Jack Allen , A-674 DETROIT-ALGONAC PORT EMPLOYEE Vote for One MOBILE PORT AGENT Vote for One Roy A Mercer, M-25001 Frank Gill, G-8002 38 0 25 D 0 D Allen P. Raymond, A-670 0 VICE-PRESIDENT GOVERNMENT SERVICES Vote for One 10 31 BALTl MORE PORT AGENT Vote for One VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF THE LAKES AND INLAND WATERS Vote for One Dean Corgey, C-5727 HOUSTON PORT EMPLOYEE Vote for One PHILAOELPHIA PORT EMPLOYEE Vote for One George McCartney, M-94S D D 36 0 VICE·PRESIOENT IN CHARGE OF THE WEST COAST Vote for One 8 30 PHILADELPHIA PORT AGENT Vote for One Thomas L. Glidewell, G-467 0 Nick Celona, C-1578 HOUSTON PORT AGENT Vote for One James A. Martin, M-5290 Augustin "Augie" Tellez, T-764 VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF THE GULF COAST Vote for One 7 29 D NEW YORK PORT EMPLOYEE Vote fo T o Jack Caffey, C-1010 Ray Singletary, S-2260 NEW ORLEANS PORT EMPLOYEE Vote for One NEW YORK PORT AGENT Vote for One Angus Campbell, C-217 0 28 D Hom, Kwong Jin , H-8002 D Edward " Edd" W. Morris, M-1358 NEW ORLEANS PORT AGENT Vote for One PINEY POINT PORT EMPLOYEE Vote for One VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF CONTRACTS AND CONTRACT ENFORCEMENT Vote for One 5 D 27 D PINEY POINT PORT AGENT Vote for One SECRETARY Vote for One 4 Leo Bonser, B-1193 Leo Cronsohn, C-801 D MOBILE PORT EMPLOYEE Vote for One George Vukmir, V-269 41 0 Andrew J. Goulet, G-1221 42 0 M. Joseph Sigler, S-2101 PROPOSITION Are you in favor of amending the Constitution of the Seafarers International Union of North America, Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District, AFL-CIO, in accordance with proposed amendments outlined in the resolution mailed to you which included revisions in the title and duties of the offices of Secretary, Vice-President in Charge of the Lakes and Inland Waters, and Vice-President Government Services; expanding the location of the Union's Headquarters to include Camp Springs, Maryland; deleting the position of port employee and establishing six assistant vice president positions; providing the Executive Board with the authority to change the number of constitutional ports; changing the Quarterly Financial Committee to an annual one; as well as making multiple housekeeping constitutional changes; all to be accomplished within six months from the date of certification by the Union Tallying Committee? YES D PLACE "X" IN BOX OF YOUR CHOICE NO D October 1988 I LOG I 11 - �Complete Text of Ballot Propositions Whereas, the Executive Board of the Seafarers International Union of North America, Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District, met on March 24, 1988 to discuss the current needs and conditions of the Union, its membership and the maritime industry in this country; and Whereas, among their discussions and deliberations was the subject of proposed revisions in the Union's Constitution which would enable the Union to function more efficiently and to continue to fulfill its obligations to the membership; and Whereas, the recommended changes included: providing the Union's President and Executive Board with the authority to determine the number and location of constitutional ports; providing the President with the authority to open and close other port offices as needed; clarifying that the Headquarter's office includes Piney Point and Camp Springs, Maryland; deleting the position of port employee; establishing the position of assistant vice-president; changing the title of several existing positions to cor:lform with their responsibilities and changing the Union's auditing procedures from a quarterly to an annual review; and Whereas, the Executive Board, understanding that the proposed changes will need time to implement, suggested that the amendments, if approved by the membership, become effective six (6) months after their passage; and Whereas, the Union's Executive Board unanimously concurred on all proposed constitutional revisions, NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS RESOLVED: THE FOLLOWING CONSTITUTIONALLY ADOPTED PROPOSITION, TO BE VOTED UPON, IF ADOPTED, WOULD AMEND THE CONSTITUTION AS FOLLOWS: PROPOSITION Amend Article VII, Sections 1and 2 to read as follows: ··section 1. This Union and all Officers. Assistant Vice-Presidents, Headquarters Representatives, Port Agents. and members shall be governed in this order by: (a) The Constitution (b) The EKecutive Board (c) Majority vote of the membership Section 2. The Headquarters of the Union shall be located in Camp Springs, Maryland and Piney Point, Maryland or at such places as the Executive Board may determine from time to time. The Headquarters officers shall consist of a President, an Executive Vice-President. one Vice-President in Charge of Contracts and Contract Enforcement, a Secretary-Treasurer, one Vice-President in Charge of the Atlantic Coast, one Vice-President in Charge of the Gulf Coast. one Vice-President in Charge of the West Coast, one Vice-President in Charge of Government Services and Fishing Industries and one Vice-President in Charge of the Southern Region, Great Lakes and Inland Waters." Amend Article VIII to read as follows : Officers, AsSistant Vice-Presidents, Headquarters Representatives and Port Agents "Section 1. The officers of the Union shall be elected as otherwise provided in this Constitution. These officers shall be the President. an Executive Vice-President. one Vice-President in Charge of Contracts and Contract Enforcement, a Secretary· Treasurer, one Vice-President in Charge of the Atlantic Coast , one Vice-President in Charge of the Gulf Coast, one Vice-President in Charge of the West Coast, one Vice-President in Charge of Government Services and Fishing Industries, and one Vice-President in Charge of the Southern Region, Great Lakes and Inland Waters." "Section 2. Assistant Vice-Presidents, Port Agents and Headquarters Representatives shall be elected, except as otherwise provided in this Constitution ... Amend Article IX, Section 1(2) to read as follows: (2) Annual Financial Committee Amend Article X, Section 1 (e) to read as follows : " (e) Subject to approval by a majority vote of the membership and the Executive Board, the President shall designate the number and location of a// Ports, the jurisdiction , status and activities thereof, and may reduce and/or relocate such Ports, and may reassign Vice-Presidents, Assistant Vice-Presidents and the Secretary-Treasurer without reduction in wages. He may also reassign Headquarters Representatives and Port Agents to other duties without reduction in wages . Where Ports are opened between elections. the President shall designate the Union personnel thereof. The President may designate. in the event of the incapacity of any Headquarters Representative or Port Agent, or any officer other than the President, a replacement to act as such during the period of incapacity, provided such replacement is qualified under Article XII of the Constitution to fill such job. At the regular meeting in May of every election year, the President shall submit to the membership a pre-balloting report. In his report he shall recommend the number and location of Ports, the number of Headquarters Representatives and Port Agents which are to be elected . He shall also recommend a bank, a bonded warehouse. a regular office thereof, or any similar depository, to which the ballots are to be mailed. except that the President may. in his discretion. postpone the recommendation as to the depository until no later than the first regular meeting in October. The report shall be subject to approval or modification by a majority vote of the membership." Amend Article X, Section 1(j) to read as follows : "(j) Any vacancy in any office or the Job of Assistant Vice-President, Headquarters Representative or Port Agent shall be filled by the President by temporary appointment of a member qualified for the office or job under Article XII of this Constitution except in those cases where the filling of such vacancy is otherwise provided for by !hrs Constitution." Amend Article X, Section 3 to reflect the change in title in the office of Secretary to Secretary-Treasurer. Amend Article X, Section 4 to read as follows : " Section 4 . Secretary-Treasurer The Secretary-Treasurer shall pe11orm any and all duties assigned him or delegated him by the President. He shall be responsible for the organization and maintenance of the correspondence, files, and records of the Union, setting up. and maintenance of. sound accounting and bookkeeping systems ; the setting up, and maintenance of, proper office and other administrative Union procedures; the proper collection . safeguarding. and expenditure of all Union funds. Port or otherwise. He shall submit to the membership, for each annual period, a detail~ report of the entire Union's f1n.ancial operations and shall submit the Annual Fi.nancial C°"!mittee_ .report for the same period. The SecretfJry-Treasurer ·~ report s~all be prepared by an independent certified pubhc accountant. He shall also work with all duly elected finance committees . The Secretary- Treasurer shall be responsible for the tlmely f1hng of any and all reports on the operatrons of the Union. f1nanc1al or otherwise, that may be required by any Federal or state laws. The Secretary-Treasurer with the af'proval of the President shall employ a person who by profession and/or employment shall qualify to perform the functions and duties of a Comptroller. Such person shall be_responsible for the m~intenance, safeguard and verification of the Unions financial affairs and recor~s under the supe~ision and direction of. the Secretary- Treasurer. The responsibility for sue~ functions shall be that of the. Secret~ry­ Treasurer notwithstanding the delegation to such Comptroller. In order that he may properly execute his respons1b1ht1es, he 1s hereby instructed and authorized to employ any help he deems necessary, be it legal, accounting , or otherwise, subject to approval of the Executive Board. The Secretary-Treasurer shall be a member of the Executive Board and may cast one vote in that body. The Secretary-Treasurer shall be a member ex-officio of the Credentials and Union Tallying Committees. In addition , he shall make himself and the records of his office available to the Annual Financial Committee." .Amend Article X, Section 8 to read as follows : . . . "Section 8 . Vice President in Charge of the Southern Region, Great Lakes and Inland Waters The Vice-President in Charge of the Southern Re!JiOn, Great Lakes and Inland Waters shall be a r:nember of the Execl;Jtlve Board and shall be entitled to C?St on~ vote !n that ~y . . .. He shall supervise and be responsible tor the activities of all the Ports and the personnel thereof m the Southern Region, Great Lakes and Inland Waters 1ncludmg their orgamzmg act1V1t1es. In order that he may properly execute his responsibilities he is empowered and authorized to retain any technical or professional assistance he deems necessary., subject to approval of the Executive Board." Amood Afflclg x, SgctJon g to maa as follows : "Sgction 9 . VicQ-Prgsidgnt in Char9g of Government Services and F1shin!J lndustnes. . . . The Vice-President in Charge of Government Services and Fishinq Industries shall be a member of the Executive Board and shall be entitled to cast one vote 1n that body. He shall supervise and be responsible for the activities of the Urnon i_n . the representation of individuals employed in fishing industries and _civilian seamen employed by the federal government including but not limited to the negotiation of the collective bargaining agreements. processing wievances and the adm1nislrahon of collective bargaining agreements and shall direct the act1v1t1es of the Union personnel assigned to him by the President and carry out such other funct10 s as e President may assign to him from time to time. · • Amend Article X by adding a new Section 10 to read as follows : "SeGtion 10. Assistant ViGe-President. . . . . . . . . . There shall be six (6) Assistant Vice-Presidents as follows: Assistant Vice-President in Charge of Contracts and Contract Enforcement; Assistant V1ce-Pres1den_t m Charge of the Atlantic Coast; Assistant V1ce-PreS1dent m Charge of the Gulf Coast; Assistant Vice-President in Charge of the West Coast; Assistant Vice-President in Charge of the Southern Re~pon, Great Lakes and ln!a.n_d Waters; and As_s1stant V1ce-Pres1dent m Charge of Government Services and_F1sh1r!g Industries. Each Assistant ViGe-President shall work with and under the direction of the appropriate Vice-President. He shall assist, as dtrected, m all activities of the approprtate V1ce-Pres1dent and shall be responsible to such V1ce-Pres1dent. Amend ArtlGle X by renumbering the ex1:;ting oeGt1on 70 to be 11. Amend Article X by renumbering the existing Section 11 to be Section 12 and to read as follows : " SeGtion 12. F'ort Agents. . . . . (a) The Port Agent snail be in dire¢! eharqe of the administration of Union affairs in the Port of his jurisdiction subject to the direction of the Area Vice-President. nstitution. the policies of the Union. and the rules adopted by the Executive Board . and by a ma1or1ty vote of the membership. Wherever there (b) Me shall , within tM 1urisd1ction of his Port, M msponsible for the 1mforcgment and execution of the Co_ are time restrictions or other considerations affecting Port action. the Port Agent shall take appropriate action to insure observance thereof. c;) He :;hall be prepared to ac;c;ounl. financially or otherwi:;e, for the activihea of his Port, whenever demanded by the President, the Vice-President of tM area i_n Whi_ch his Pon is located, or_ by the Secretary-Treasurer. d) In any event, he :;hall prepare and forward to the Secretary-Treasurer a weekly financial report showing ! in _detail, weekly income and expenses and complying wrth.. all other accounting d1rect1ons issued by the Secretary-Treasurer. e) TM Pon AgMt sl'lall i!M19nate wn1cn members at tM Port may serve as mpresentanves to otner organizanons. ar1111a11on with which has been properly authorized. lvntJnd Art1cl1J X by deleting the exi:;ting Section 12, Port £rr.ployees. lvnend the firat two paragraph:; of Article X. Section 13 to read a::; follows : " Section 13. Executive Board . The _Exec1.1tive Board shall consist of the Presiderit. the E~ecutiye Vice· President. the Vice-President in Charge ~f Coi:itracts and Contract Enforcement . the Secretary- Treasurer, the Vice-President in Charge of the Atlantic Coast Area, the Vice_Pre:;rdent in Charge of the Gulf Coa:;I Area . the V1c;e-Pre:;1dent 1n Charge of the West ~ast Area. the .V~ce-Pres1dent m Charge of the Southern Region. Great Lakes and Inland Waters . the Vice-President m Charge of Government Services and f:i~"'"9 lflfJU§tfll~§, al'ld tl'le National D1re¢tor lor chief executive officer) of each :;ubordmate body or _d1v1:;1on created or chartered by the Union whenever :;uc;h :>ubordinate body or division has attained a membership of 3,200 members and has m;;unt;unoo th:;it mgmbgrshrp for not lm:s than thrng (3) months . Such National Director (or chief Gllecut1ve officer) shall be a member of the respective subordinate body or division and must be qualified to hold office under the terms of the Constitution of such division or subordinate body. The Executive Board ::;hall m~et no less than twice each year and at such tim~s as the President and/or a majority of the Executive Board may direct. The President sMll be chairman of all Executive Board meetings unlgss absent. in which case tl'le Ellecut1ve Board shall.designate the chairman .. Each member of the Executive Board shall be entitled lo caat. one vote in that body. Its dec_ision :;hall be determined by majority vote of those voting, providing a quorum of three is present. It shall be the dut¥ of the Executive Board to de_velop policies. stra~eg1es and rule~ which will advance and protect the interest and welfare of the Union and the members. It shall be the duty of the Secretary-Treasurer or, in his absence, an appointee of eetings . The Exec1,1tive Board shall determine per. capita t~ to be lev_ied and !)!her terms ~nq conditior:is of affi.fiation for any.group of workf!rS desiring affiliation : The Executive the Execulrve Board, lo ke_ep ac;curate m1nut~s of all. Exec;ut1ve _Board m_ Board may direct the adm1n1strat1on of all Union affairs, properties, pohc1es and personnel 1n any and all areas not otherwise spec1f1cally provided form this Conslrtulron. Notwithstanding the foregoing . the Executive Board may act without holding a formal meeting prov1doo all members are sent notice of the proposed action or actions and the decision theron is reduced to writing and signed by a majority of the Executive Board ." AmeneJ Affl~le X, Section 14(a) to read as follows : " (a) 1:he term "dgl~ates ". shall mean those members of the Union and its subordinate bodies or divisions who are elected in accordance with Frovisions of this Constitution to attend the Convention of the Seafarers International Union of North America. The foll(!wing. officers . and io!? holder~ . upo!1 their election to office or job shall. during the term of their office or job be delegates to al Conventions of the Seafarers International Union of North America in the following order of priority: President; Executive V1ce-Pres1dent; V1ce-Pres1dent m Charge of Contracts and Contract Enforcement; Secretary-Treasurer; Vice-President in Charge of the Atlantic Coast; Vice-President in Charge of the Gulf Coast; Vice-President in Charge of the West Coast; V1ce-Pres1dent m Charge of the SouthtJrn RtJg1on, Grear LaktJS and Inland Waters ; Vice-President tn Charge of Government Services and Fishing Industries; Assistant Vice-Presidents· Headquarters Representatives with priority to those most senior in full book Union membership: and Port Agents with prionty to those most senior in full book Umon mlJITlbgrship... ' ' Armmd ArtiCIQ X, SIJCtion 1!'J(C) to road a!l 10llOWS'. " (c) Annual Financial C001mitte1J. 1. The Annual Financial Committee. shall make an examination for each annual period of the finances of the Union and shall report fully on their findings and recommendations . Members of this Committee may make dissenting reports. separate recommendations and separate f1nd1ngs. 2. The findings and recommgnaations of this Committeo shall oo completed within a roasonable time atter tM election of the members thereof, and shall be submitted to the Secretary-Treasurer who shall cause the same to be read in all Ports, as set forth herem . 3. All officers. Ui;iion perspnnel and member~ are responsibl@ for complying with ;ill demands m;ide for records. bills. vouchers . receipts . etc .. by the said Annual Financial Committee. Thg Committgg shall also have available to it the services of the · independent cert1f1ed public; ac;c;ountanl::i retained by the Union. 4. Any action on the said rePort :;hall be as determined by a majority vole of the membership. 5. The Annum Financial Committee shall consist of $~Yen (7) full IX><>I< members in good standing to be elected at Headquarters. No .Officer, Headquarters Representative or Port Agent shall be eligible for election to this Committee. Committee members s~:;iU t>e electQd at the mgular Headquarters mGet1ng designated by the Secretary-Treasurer. In the event such regular meeting cannot be held for lack of quorum, Headquarters' Port Agent shall call a special meeting as early as possible for. t~e election of Commmee memfl@rs to serve on the Annual Financial Committee. On the day following these elections and continuing until the Committee has completQd its report, each Committee member shall be paid for hours worked at the ex1st1ng AB Seaman standby rate of pay, but in no event shall they be paid less than eight (8) hours per day. They snail be furmshQd room and board during tho pariOd they are parforming their duties. In the e,vent a Commmee member ceases to act. no rgplacgment ngQd t>e glectoo unless therg arg less than three (3) Committee members . in which event they shall suspend their work until a special election for Committee members shall be held aB provided above for such number of CA:>mmittee members as shall be necessary to constitute a Committee of not less than three (3) members in good standing ... Amend Article XI. Section 1 to read as follows : "Section 1. The following elected officer:; and job:; :;hall be held for a term of four years ; except the term of officers and jobs elected in balloting conducted in 1975 shall be for five years: President, Executive Vice-President, Secretary-Treasurer, V1ce-Pres1dents. ASS/Stant V1ce-Pres1dents. Headquarters Representatives. Port Agents. The term of years set forth here is expressly subject to the provisions for assumption of office as contained in Article XIII. Section 6(b) of this Constitution ." Article XII shall havg its titie and the first sontoneo of Section 1 amended to read as follows : "Ou~lifications tor Officers, Assistant Vic1J-Prgsid1Jnts, HeadquarttHs Representatives, Port Agents and Otl'ltJr Elective Jobs. Section 1. Any member of the Union is eligibl@ to be iii candidate for. and hold. ;my office or thg job of Assist;;mt Vicg.Pr1Js1dent, H1Jadquart1Jrs Reprgsgntative or Port Agent prov1dgd:" Article XIII sh:;ill have its titlQ amended to read as follows: "Elections tor Officern, JWsistant Vice-P1e~idents, Headqua11e1s Representatives afld Poff Agents" In addition, _Article XIII, Section~ 1 through 7 inclu:;ive. :;hall be amended by changing the office and title of Secretary to read Secretary· Treasurer wherever the term Secretary appears. by deleting all refe~ence to Port Employee and by inserting the off1ee and title of Assistant V1ce-Pres1dent wherever the term Port Employee had appeared. Article XIII. Section 4(b) shall be amended by exp;;mding the Piney Point Port location to "Piney Point- Camp Springs ... Article XIV. Section 1 shall oo amendoo by deleting the referenee to Pon EmployM and inserting the position of Assistant Vice-President. Anicte XXlll, Sect10n 1 Shall l:>G amended by expanding the Piney Point Port location to "Piney Point - Camp Springs". Article XX/V, Suc;tion 8 :;hall be amended to read a::; follows : "Seetion 8. The terms "this Constitution" and "thia amended Conatitution" shall be deemed to have the same meaning and shall refer to the Constitution as amended which takes the place of the one adopted by the Union in 1939. as amended up through January, 1989." Amend Article XXV, Section 3 by changing the office and title of Secretary to read Secretary-Treasurer. 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V-'V- ••-' 'v' - ' -'% . -I]' - -' - ••.--• -• t • -• MumiiiiNa imERs Dismicr • AFL-CIO SEAmREMBS Volume 51f Number 10 House Nips Bid To Dump Cargo Preference Law Maritime Role in Polish Aid Program Defended WASHINGTON, DC—The House of Repre­ sentatives turned down an attempt by farm interests to knock out cargo preference laws governing the carriage of food cargoes to Po­ land. After a dramatic debate on the afternoon of October 19, congressmen torpedoed, first by a roll call vote of 228 to 170 and then by voice Excerpts From Debate vote, amendments designed to weaken or elim­ inate the law that requires 75 percent of gov­ ernment generated food aid to be «hipl^ on American-flag vessels. The first amendment, introduced by Repre­ sentative Fred Grandy (R-IA), call^ for a complete waiver of cargo preference laws in the shipping of food aid to Poland. Congresswoman Nancy Kaptur (D-OH) submitted a "compro­ mise" amendment that would have allowed 50 percent of the food aid to be carried on foreignflag vessels. (As the Seafarers LOG was going to press the Senate began deliberations on an aid package for Pcdand and Hnngary. Similar amendments are expected during the Senate debate on the bill.) Grandy said his purpose in eliminating cargo preference requirements was to maximize the $125 million ^located for American food as­ sistance by lowering the cost of shipping through the use of foreign-flag vessels. When asked by Congressman Norman F. Lent (R-NY) if American farmers would be willing to allow food aid dollars to buy foreign, and perhaps che£q)er, commodities, Grandy quicldy responded, . . the answer to that question is not yes." The proponents of the amendment to waive cargo preference "unfortunately want to have one set of rules for agricultural interests and another set of rules for all the rest," said Congressman John R. Miller (R-WA). One farm state congressman, David R. Nagle (D-IA), confronted his colleagues from agricul­ tural areas. He asked, ". . . tell me how fanners are going to benefit if the day comes that this nation is forced to go to war but first has to go knocking on the doors of foreign countries to find one willing to loan us the ships required to transport our supplies and troops and guns to the fields of battle abroad?" Continued ots pe^e 3 -Q . o A fire-wracked Peruvian trawler lists In the Pacific Ocean after its JKdKllC flt dCfl mariners were rescued by the MV Ambassador's SlU crew. Chief Electrician Michael Frizzell provided this and other photographs shown on page 2. Union Responds to Plight of Members Stricken By Hurricane Hugo Rampage Responding to a cry for help is one of the oldest traditions of the sea, one which the SIU honored wheii it sprang into action after Hurricane Hugo finished its deadly march through the Caribbean and South Carolina. To date, the SIU and its industrial division, the United Industrial Workers Union (UIW), have collected human­ itarian aid totalling in the hundreds of thousands of dollars to help victims of that tragic storm. The UIW represents 3,500 government and private sector employees who reside in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Responding to the most pressing short-term needs, the unions sent generators, chain saws, bottled water and batteries to South Carolina, ' Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands, where some areas are stiU without housing, water or electricity. It will take months to clear all the debris left by fallen trees and collapsed buildings, said UIW Vice President for the Caribbean Amos Peters. The unions have assembled more than $175,000 worth of food to ship to the Caribbean. Many of the goods were donated by UlW-contracted companies from the West Coast and Columbus, OH. More than $4,000 has been collected through an emergency relief fund established by the SIU and UIW, and the figure is rising, according UIW National Director Steve Edney. Officials in the SIU halls of Jacksonville, FL and Philadelphia, PA are conducting ongoing relief drives to secure food items, disinfectants and building materials. The first container from Philadelphia is scheduled to arrive in the U.S. Virgin Islands at the end of this month. Continued on page 12 Seafarers Welfare Plan Summary Annual Report Page 20 �ifisM^nanmziJiXgSSSgfr BES8«^- ijter^id^ftfrrrrss^rTSrc?? mfARmm • i". i •vJ'; •'•^J - • € .• vi: President's Report Thanks to the deep concern and convictions of a majority of the U.S. House of Representatives that the U.S.-flag merchant marine is vital to the nation's security, another attempt by farm interests to weaken America's shipping capability has been soundly defeated. The farm bloc's attack came in the form of two amendments during action on the $837 million aid program for Poland and Hun­ gary that was acted on October 19. One was introduced by Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur of Ohio, who called for reducing from 75 percent to 50 percent cargo preference requirements for food aid to Poland. The other amendment sought to drop the required use of Ameri­ can ships entirely in the carriage of the food aid given to Poland. Not funny, but certainly a strange coincidence, the latter amendment was introduced and defended by Rep. Fred Grandy of Iowa, whom some will remember as the ship's purser in the tele­ vision series, "Love Boat," a runaway foreign-flag vessel if we ever saw one. Both amendments were beaten by heavy margins. But not until there had been considerable debate during some three and a half hours, details of which will be covered elsewhere in the Seafarers LOG. A similar fight is expected in the Senate. If there is a lesson to be learned from this latest legislative battle to protect U.S.-flag shipping and with it the jobs of Seafarers, it is that we—our union—must continue to be vigilant and strong enough to act responsibly and effectively in situations like this that affect the membership's security. While the Union is always prepared to deal with an attack on cargo preference, the tactics of the farm bloc in using the Polish aid program as a means of bypassing the required use of U.S. ships in government aid cargoes was a bit of a surprise. Only a couple of years ago a compromise had been worked out by maritime and agriculture interests on the issues of taxpayer-supported grain subsi­ dies and cargo preference that was accepted as mutually satisfac­ tory. Because farming and shipping are two industries vital to the na­ tional interest and security, we thought each should support the other. American shipping certainly acknowledges the role of agricul­ ture in our national scheme of things. That farm interests are not prepared to reciprocate and support thS^^Kdw "Of the American flag on ships delivering the taxpayer-sponsored aid cargoes to beneficiary nations is disturbingly evident from the shot they fired the other day on the law on cargo preference. Nevertheless, it is hoped that this attitude will not prevent a cooperative working relationship of the maritime and agriculture interests in the future. A striking and encouraging aspect of the latest legislative experi­ ence is the quality of the debate and performance of the members of Confess who led the successful fight against the amendments. A reading of the arguments published in the Congressional Record reveals that the con^essmen insisting on upholding the cargo prefer­ ence laws know the issues well and recognize the vital role of shipping, as well as farming, in the national interest. And they were able to refiite the misinformation and distortions of facts about relative costs and the tax dollars involved in maritime subsidies. li'i ?i.- .>-;r /. - - • Contributing to the successfiil fight in the House of Representa­ tives were the union's legislative affairs and research staffs, working in cooperation with the Transportation Institute, the shipowners and other elements of the maritime industry. Our people provided impor­ tant background information and facts on cargo preference, relative shipping costs and the taxpayer's role in farm subsidy. The debate that took place on October 19 should be required reading for all Seafarers and their families. It provides a powerfiil insight to the struggles that we must continually wage if we are to defeat the efforts to scuttle the American merchant marine. I am therefore making arrangements to have it reproduced and made available to all. The Seafarers LOG will announce when the publica­ tion is ready for distribution. And here we must be reminded that our ability to maintain the fight to preserve American ships and American seafaring jobs de­ pends on the resources we have to offer. That is why it is in a Seafarer's personal interest for him to support the union's political and legislative activities by contributing to SPAD. 1990 Lundeberg School Courses Announced Seafarers who wish to take advantage of upgrading opportunities at the Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship can refer to the 1990 course schedule announced this month. By upgrading, SIU inembers have an opportunity to enhance their job-related skills and increase their pay. Seafarers are urged to take advantage of the upgrading courses at the Lundeberg School. The 1990 course schedule appears on page 22. -11 The MV Ambassador responded to an JiU Crew SflVGS 18 early morning distress call from the Pe­ ruvian trawler Dorine I. When the Crowley/CCT freighter arrived, the SIU crew could see fire and smoke spewing from all parts of the vessel as pictured above. The foreign-flag crew of 18 was in a lifeboat. Below, the Ambassador's crew rigged a tow-line for the lifeboat to take the stranded seamen to a waiting Peruvian ship. No lives were lost in the fire or rescue, which took place in late summer 20 miles off the coast of Peru. Official cause of the fire was a short circuit in the galley. Chief Electrician Michael Frizzell, who took these photographs, said the heat from the flames was so intense it could be felt on the deck of the Ambassador. ••• Index to LOG Features Page^£^ P'lotoce ••••••• •'* *•••*••«•'• .14 IKqiatclier Report/Deep Sea. .14 INspatcher Report/Inland.................................21 i iHsiiatclier RqMrt/Great Lakes........................... .21 Final D^partiures 17"18' KknoM^ IToiur IRlgiits...v. v....-v]*........,.19' L^gal ^Hd Birectory..15 iff''''"•'1® Ifi® Editor .........'..10 X ; Lundeberg School Applk»tifHi^....^.>........wv..i.. *.. ....23 g & I Lundebeig Schoid Course Schednle...^^... 22, 23 Lundteberg Sdnxd Gnkhiates..................... w....... .16 hdeeting Nodce............................. ........«,. .... ..14 Penskmers .15 • Volume 51, Number JO • .< October, 1989 The LOG (ISSN 0160-2047) is published monthly by the Seafarers International Union; Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District; AFL-CIO; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, Maryland 20746. Telephone (301) 899-0675. Second-class postage paid at MSG Prince Georges, Maryland 20790-9998 and at additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the LOG, 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, Maryl^d 20746. President, Michael Sacco; Secretary-Treasurer, Joe DiGiorgio; Executive Vice President, Joe Sacco; Vice President Collective Bargaining, Angus "Red" CampbeU; Vice President Atlantic Coast, Jack Caffey; Vice President G^Coast, Thomas Glldeweil; Vice President West Coast, George McCartney; Vice President Lakes and Inland Waters, John Fay; Vice President Government Services, Roy "Buck" Mercer. Communications Department Director, Jessica Smith', Associate Editors, Daniel,Duncan, Max Hall and Deborah Greene. ' m �;.-V '• 6aOBeR,1989 House Debate On Cargo Preference (What follows are excerpts from the comments of House members who supported the upholding of existing cargo preference laws.) Robert G. Torricelli (D-NJ): "Whot we want is an American ship with an American flag unloading an American product with on American label, heoded toward a shelf to be read with an American flag on the container, so that it would be clear to all the Polish people that when they needed the United States, we were there." David R. Nagle (D-IA): "I remind my farm state colleagues: our numbers ore small. We don't hove the votes—by ourselves—to pass a decent and just farm bill. We're going to bove to hove help and support from others. And one of those 'others' who stood with us when we needed help was the U.S. maritime industry. I hope they stand with us again. Yet, some form state members want to look them in the eye today and say: 'We are not going to help you this year, but by the way, we're sure looking forward to having your help again next year.' If that is our message today, I know what they are going to tell us next year when we ask for their help. I do not think we con grow corn in hell, but that is where they are going to tell us to plont it." Howard L. Berrnan (D-CA): "... if the goal of this amendment is to maximize the assistance to Poland to get OS much for the $125 million as possible, then why ore we doing it through United States commodities? Why ore we not going out on the world market and buying as much us we con, which will be a great deal more?" Jolm R. Miller (R-WA): "United Stotes wheat costs between $161 and $166 per metric ton and European wheat costs about $158 per metric ton. So if the proponents of these amendments want to be fair, we should buy European wheat to help Poland. Similarly, United States butter costs $2,656 per metric ton, compared to $1,850 per metric ton for European butter... Under o truly open and comp^ve morket, we could get more wheat and butter for Poland because European products ore cheaper and they do not need to l» shipped as for." Eliot L. Engei (D-NY): "A good deal of misinformation has surrounded the costs ossodated with shipping this country's food aid on United States vessels. The source of much of this misinformation was a Boston Globe story of September 29, which cited on $85-per-ton rate. This figure has presented a highly misleading picture, and has been specifically refuted by the U.S. Deputy Maritime Administrator Robert S. Silbermon ..." Waiter B. Jones (D-NC): 'Hire shipping cost differentials suggested by the proponents of the U.S.-flog waiver are grossly overstated. The $84.95 per ton United States-flog rate was for 0 single, small, spot-charter shipment for which the Polish rate offer was $60 per ton, not $15-20 per ton as claimed by the proponents of the waiver. The Maritime Administration states that the United States-flog rate for 0 normal shipment would be less than $34 per ton, with the Polish rate being in the high $20-per-ton range. The $70-per-ton differential suggested simply has no basis in fact." Helen Delich Bentiey (R-MD): "The actual difference is about $6 of tonnage between the high Polish rates and the American rates of $34 a ton. That is much less than any 30 percent differential." Herbert H. Bateman (R-VA): "Does Poland have a merchant marine? You bet it does. Is that merchant marine subsidized? You bet it is. It is very heavily subsidized." W.J. (BUiy) Taozin (D-LA): "I, for one, believe thot Americon aid should arrive in American ships, flying the American flag and crewed by tbe American people." Hme Voles feKeep Polish Aid on US Ships Continued from page 1 Supporters of a strong merchant fleet spoke of the inequity of Grandy's amend­ ment. Lent asked, ". . . there are two industries here that government seeks to favor. . . Why are we taking it all out of the maritime side of the equation?" Cheaper Commodities Available Congressman Robert G. Torricelli (DNJ) proposed, "... if we want to get the most value for our money, let us go to the world community and be prepared to buy Argentinean wheat and Canadian agricul­ tural products and use them for American aid. "If the concept of American foreign aid is to get the most for the dollar, whether it is shipping or the food we give I do not see why there should be different rules for maritime than for agriculture." Torricelli concluded, "the gentleman" who proposes the cargo preference waiver "should know that he is opening that door and there are those of us who are prepared to walk through it, if those are the rules of the game." Miller said, "I read that United States butter costs $2,656 per metric ton com­ pared to $1,850 per metric ton for Euro­ pean butter. If we are trying to maximize in this one particular case, whether it comes to butter or any other commodity, why do we not go on the world market in the case of butter and buy European but­ ter?" Other proponents of cargo preference noted that wheat in the United States costs between $161 and $166 per metric ton and European wheat costs about $158 for the same amount. What Would Solidarity Want? Cargo preference opponent Represen­ tative James A.S. Leach (R-IA) suggested the law requiring 75 percent carriage of government food aid on American bottoms pits "an established American union movement against an aspiring union move­ ment in another country. This is Solidarity versus the American union movement." But Leach's argument backfired. Pro­ ponents of cargo preference quickly pointed out the consistent role of American labor in aiding Poland's free labor movement that has been at the forefront of that communist nation's emerging democracy and economic reforms. Congressman Howard L. Berman (DCA) said, "At the heart of the movement to support Solidarity year after year was the institution of organized labor in this country. When others were looking away and had other priorities, no other institu­ tion gave that kind of assistance to Soli­ darity." Torricelli asked House members if they thought Lech Walesa and Solidarity wanted the cargo preference amendment. "Does anybody who has heard Lech Walesa think that he is a part of wanting to jeopardize American labor rights? The fact is no, he does not," said Torricelli. Farm Interests Use Phony Numbers Ronald Keith Machtley (R-Rl): 'in my book. United Stotes support for economic restructuring in Poland and Hungary need not be subsidized at the cost of our own domestic interests." Gerry E. Studds (D-MA): "American workers, American industries, Polish workers and Polish industries should equally reap the benefits of the generosity of the American people." Continued on page 4 Supporters of the cargo preference waiver painted a picture of exorbitant U.S. ship­ ping rates compared to bargain basement prices of foreign carriers. Congressman Eliot L. Engel (D-NY) confronted the numbers thrown around by the farm in­ terests: "A good deal of misinformation has surrounded the costs associated with shipping this country's food aid on United States vessels. "The source of much of this misinfor­ mation was a Boston Globe story of Sep­ tember 29, which cited an $85-per-ton rate. This figure has presented a highly mis­ leading picture and has specifically been refuted by the U.S. Deputy Maritime Ad­ ministrator Robet S. Silberman." The chairman of the House Merchant Marine and Fisheries Committee, Walter B. Jones (D-NC) added, "The shipping rate differentials suggested by the propo­ nents of the U.S.-flag waiver are grossly overstated. The $84.95 per ton United States-flag rate was for a single, small, spot-charter shipment for which the Polish rate offer was $60 per ton, not $15-20 per ton as claimed by the proponents of the waiver. "The Maritime Administration states that the United States-flag rate for normal shipment would be less than $34 per ton, with the Polish rate being in the high $20per-ton," Jones said. Cargo preference foes implied the Amer­ ican merchant marine was "heavily sub­ sidized" and "relying on the crumbs from the agricultural table." Congresswoman Helen Delich Bentiey (R-MD) set the re­ cord straight: Only four of the 26 U.S.flag bulk carriers receive government sub­ sidy. The tot£il national subsidy to mari­ time is under $300 million compared to $13 billion received by agricultural inter­ ests. The Maryland congresswoman said the amendments to waive cargo preference requirements on the Polish aid cargo was "a continuation of the agriculture inter­ ests' tunnel vision of wanting to protect their own self-interests while demonstrat­ ing a willingness to allow a vital component of our national defense capabilities to be frirther eroded, all the while they stuff their pockets with taxpayers' dollars, wave the flag and expound the virtues of their alleged humanitarian efforts to increase food supplies to Poland and Hungary." More Shipping Needed, Not Less Representative Jack Fields suggested that rather than reducing support for the nation's merchant marine. Congress should look for ways to enhance the U.S.-flag fleet. Fields asked House members to examine the status of U.S. shipping: • The American merchant marine is down from being the largest fleet in the world to a nation with fewer than 375 active ships. • The Soviet Union, with a national fleet of 2,500 merchant ships, carries more of our nation's cargo overseas than we do. In fact, Soviet ships carry nearly 50 percent of all mail postmarked in the United States, while our domestic carriers transport a mere 2 percent. • The United States has gone from 110 privately operated shipyards in 1982 to 69 in 1988. • In 1970 there were 18 major U.S. shipping companies, now there are four. • The number of seafaring jobs has dropped from 99,000 at the end of WWII to fewer than 13,000 today. Fields said the administration, recogniz­ ing the importance of our sealift require­ ments, opposes waivers of cargo prefer­ ence laws and is committed to strict adherence of existing maritime legislation. Proponents of cargo preference said the nation gains from shipping on Americanflag vessels. After all, said Congressman Lawrence J. (Larry) Smith (D-FL), "The foreign Liberians, the Japanese, the Ko­ reans, the Swedish, the Panamanians, all of these people pay no taxes in this coun­ try." '• ' 'V. •. •v" �i-. ..«*r,.->«a*a»».' i^K&m »e*i|ifcM9frUN! 'iT' 't^niassfr k':"^ a m'l. •:( • i'ki SEAfMiltS LOG •V. 4 nil' •• r Upbeat Convention Marks UIW's 40th Anniversary feyS;-- •••• 1 House Debate on Carao Preference Continued from page 3 Thomas M. Foglietta (D-PA): "Over the lost year, a great deal hos been said in this chamber about the American flag—how it cannot be desecrated, how it must he honored. Today, we must further honor the American flag by requiring that it fly over the ships that carry our bounty to the people of Eastern Europe." I; • Lawrence J. (Larry) Smith (D-FL): "Why should American crews on ships most likely built in America, flying the flag of Americo, of companies that still choose to do business and stay here in our country. be punished? It will -.companies he punishment, because the bottom line is that when those ships, if we agree with the Grandy amendment, come steaming into the harbor in Gdansk, they will be flying a Liberian flag. What a spectacle ... America helping a Liberian flog." !k'ii... ;'.l:• f Austin J. Murphy (D-PA): '•I • • .: ' j' ' UIW delegates broke into small working committees. The Civil Rights Committee, pictured above, included the following UIW members: (from left to right) Frank Gill, Boh Love, Joe Perez, Amos Peters, Maurice Stanley and Juliana Bowley. •'t- ' •K' .vi;; sents 3,500 government and pri­ vate-sector workers. The UIW's Virgin Island delegates to the con­ vention reported on the islands' inadequate medical facilities. Many of the U.S. delegates recounted personeil experiences with the sub­ standard health care on the island. President Sacco pledged the SIU's full support in investigating the situation. Sacco appointed a high level union committee that will be responsible for researching and recommending solutions. Much of the convention was devoted to discussing how the UIW could best adapt to the far-reach­ ing changes which have swept the labor movement and the American economy. Robert McGlotten, legislative director of the AFL-CIO and a convention speaker said, "There is nothing in your daily life . . . from the food you eat to the house you buy , . . that some pol­ itician doesn't vote on on a dayto-day basis." Jack Otero, President of the Labor Council for Latin American Advancement, said that labor's future could only be secured by apealing to new groups of work­ ers. He called on delegates to intensify efforts to organize work­ ers who are not currently repre­ sented by unions. The SIU's industrial division, the United Industrial Workers Union (UIW), marked its 40th an­ niversary in a special way: dele­ gates from all around the country met in a spirit of enthusiasm for the organization's eighth quadren­ nial convention. The convention, which was held at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship in Piney Point, MD September 14-15,1989, reflected the UIW's continued strength and diversity. The UIW has ^own forty-fold since it received its charter from the American Federation of Labor in 1949, and its membership, once confined to marine-allied fields, is now a microcosm of the American workforce. The union represents 20,000 workers employed in a widespectrum of industries: tuna can-. ning, service sector, wire and rope, transportation and government. Delegates took action on a num­ ber of different fronts, from de­ vising new organizing strategies for future growth to enacting res­ olutions which staked out posi­ tions on issues of importance to the union—^fair trade, civil rights. apartheid and grassroots political action. Highlighted at the convention were conditions in the U.S. Virgin Islands, where. the UIW repre­ •• •' • •ik. •'i.t-,.'' ;iir'- pM,' ,T' S.;l' ( I UlWINbrkeRMate Better Product^ £:rm loiiithelfnh./7l :':1 • i;. ? •- -.-• ; fey pr.i.r •'->'• i;i-; •i", ',"• '•• -i-. •I-:-: Products made by members of the SIU*s Industrial division, ttie UIW, on diq^y at the organization's eighth quadrennial convention. "Those some corporations that run those fleets of American vessels pay their corporate income tox to the United States of America ... Every crewmemher on those ships pay their tox dollars to the United States and contribute to the Social Security trust fund." Gregory H. Laughlln (D-TX): "I believe that if the opponents of cargo preference win this round, they will succ^ in undermining this basic support for our fleet and its maritime work force ... and will signal future retreats from this important law in its application to food donations to other nations and will inevitably lead to a moss export of U.S. maritime jobs and the further decline of the U.S.flog fleet." Jack Fields (R-TX): "... during the post 40 years, our merchant fleet, once the largest in the world, has declined from more than 1,300 ships to fewer than 375 active vessels... I am, frankly, amazed that we are even having this debate. At a time when the U.S. maritime industry is fighting for its very survival, this body should be considering measures to increase, not de^se, the amount of cargo carried on U.S.-flag vessels." James H. (Jimmy) QuiUeu (R-TN): "Since World War II we have let our merchant marine go down the drain... In cose of another conflict whet would we do for security? What would we do for defense?... Bock during World War II, the merchant marine fleet helped win the war... With the help of the merchant marine fleet during the war, supplying the goods and the equipment and the ammunition and whatever was necessary, we built up a great aggregation, which was essential to winning the war." Normaii F. Lent (R-NY): "In my opinion, the Congress of the United States should be supporting both the American farmer and the American merchant seaman. The American farmer is the most productive farmer in the world and the American merchant seaman is the most effident seamen in the world— our Nation needs both." Corinne C. (Lindy) Boggs (D-LA): "... the American labor movement was really the mainstay of the Solidarity labor movement, and helped them all along in their effort for freedom. I am certain that the leaders of the Solidarity movement would be pleased to know that we recognize efforts of the American labor movement, particularly the Seamens' Union, the SlU, in being helpful to the whole, beautiful defense effort that has been going on in Poland." Pnadenlial Support is Key To Maritime Polityr Says Sacco The government needs to pay more attention to the problems surrounding the U.S.-flag mer­ chant fleet before it is too late. This was the central theme in a number of speeches presented last month at the National Defense Transportation Association (NDTA) forum in Seattle, WA. SIU President Michael Sacco called for presidential intervention to help the merchant fleet. Sacco said the Bush administra­ tion must "provide direction and leadership" desperately needed in order to meet our nation's sealift requirement. "History has shown that only when the administration gives its full support to the industry do positive results occur." Sacco noted the United States has frozen, cut and, in some cases, eliminated monetary programs for its merchant fleet, while other countries (Norway, Japan, Spain, West Germany, Korea and others) continue to increase funding for their fleets. Don Becker, publisher of the Journal of Commerce, asked why the military does not assume re­ sponsibility for the nation's mer­ chant fleet when supplying troops overseas is an important element of U.S. defense capability. In his remarks, Timothy Rhein, president and CEO of American President Lines, struck the same chord. He threatened that unless U.S.-flag companies receive assi'stance from the federal govern­ ment by the year 2000, Old Glory may be replaced with foreign flags. ffe;: �OaOBCR,l989 SlU Urges Louisiana Gov't To Continue Sheil Dredging The future of approximately 500 maritime jobs awaits a decision by the state of Louisiana on whether shell dredging can continue in Lake Pontchartrain. The Seafarers International Union is taking a leading role in the fight to retain the work, almost half of which belong to SIU mem­ bers. The state is reviewing its posi­ tion on shell dredging because of pressure from environmental or­ ganizations to clean the lake. The SIU, through New Orleans Port Agent Jim Martin, has argued that shell dredging, which affects only eight percent of the lake's area, releases no contaminants or pol­ lutants. "The water quality of Lake Pontchartrain is related directly to problems of urban development and urban pollution—drainage created by storm water, dis­ charges of sewerage that is treated to less than acceptable levels, dis­ charges and spills from marine related facilities and marine ves­ sels," Martin said this month at hearings conducted by the Loui­ siana Department of Environmen­ tal Quality (DEQ) and the Cause­ way Commission. Dredging Key to Economy If the state should stop shell dredging, an annual payroll to Louisiana residents of $8.7 million would be lost, Martin told the state government officials. This could have a devastating affect on the already distressed state economy, which has been hit hard by the depressed oil industry. Martin was joined at the Octo­ ber 23 DEQ hearing held in the state's capital city by Lawrence Evans of the Transportation In­ stitute, an organization that rep­ resents 140 U.S.-flag-operators. While emphasizing the fact that maritime industries, as well as the SIU, want the lake to be pollutionfree and will work to that end, Evans also pointed out the variety of outside businesses that could be hurt by an end to shell dredging, road construction and mainte­ nance, public utilities, oil field construction, oyster reef mainte­ nance and harvesting, and tour­ ism. Both Evans and Martin dem­ onstrated the need for shells for road construction, especially in southern Louisiana. The shells are used to float the highways because normal roadbed construction can­ not be used in the swampy areas. Also, the shells help to filter pol­ luted run-off water and are nec- Urban pollution not shell dredging creates lake contamination. essary for the construction of lev­ ies. Evans noted public utilities use the shells to help filter smokestack emissions. Alternatives would be costlier and the increased cost would be passed to consumers. Shell also is needed in oil field construction. Evans pointed out that "as long as shell dredging is permissible, a recovery in the oil sector will accelerate demand for shell used in oil field construction, expand job opportunities in the 't, shell dredging' industry and in­ crease the revenues generated for the state." The SIU has been supported in the quest to save shell dredging by the Louisiana AFL-CIO and other maritime unions. Two bus loads of employees from Dravo, an SlU-contracted company, at­ tended the October 23 hearing. The state plans to continue hearings until early November. An announcement concerning the fu­ ture of shell dredging in Louisiana is not expected until early 1990. Lebafk is New MarAd Chief After remaining unfilled for nearly a year, the Maritime Administration has a new chief officer. Warren Leback, a former dep­ uty of the department during the Reagan administration, was con­ firmed by the Senate and assumed his new duties immediately. Leback is a 1944 graduate of the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy at Kings Point. His extensive ex­ perience in the private sector in­ cludes the following positions; senior vice president for vessel operations for Puerto Rico Marine Management; director of the El Paso Marine Company in Hous­ ton; and vice president of marine operations for Sea-Land Services in Port Elizabeth, NJ. Historically, the maritime ad­ ministrator has played an impor­ tant role in formulating and ad­ ministering the government's SIU members on the G&H tug Eva attempted to rescue three men iu a drifting motorboat. Pictured above are (left to right) AB Rodney Nix, Engineer Robert Hyams, AB Lee McGovern and Master Ted Schendel as they receive a commendation from U.S. Coast Guard Captain T.C. Greene (middle). SIU Men at G&H Commended By USCG for Rescue Attempt In the late afternoon last No­ vember 25, a small motorboat drifted directly into the path of a large ocean-going tug and barge. Crewmembers on G&H Towing Company's tug Eva, at great risk to themselves and without hesi­ tation, steered the Eva under the bow of the barge into the path of the oncoming tow and passed a line to the motorboat. The actions of the SIU members on the tug Eva in attempting to rescue the three men in the mo- Eva^s crew moved their Vessel directly into the path of the oncoming tow ... torboat were commended by T.C. Greene, captain and officer in charge—marine inspection for the United States Coast Guard in a ceremony in Houston last month. Eva Master Theodore Schendel,Engineer Robert Hyams and AB's Lee McGovem and Rodney Nix were commended by Captain Greene for "outstanding perform­ ance." He said their "valiant ef­ forts" in the "life-threatening sit­ uation deserve great credit and are in keeping with the highest of maritime traditions." The motorboat, on its way home from a fishing trip, had stalled, leaving the occupants stranded in the middle of the channel not far from Texas City. The men were trying to restart the engine when the barge, pushed by the ocean­ going tug, turned into the channel. The pilot on the tug requested the Eva, which was on its way to meet the ocean-going vessel, investi­ gate the drifting motorboat. Master Schendel managed to steer the Eva under the bow of the barge and Hyams, McGovem <md Nix were able to pas& ,a line to the motorboat. But the three occupants were unable to secure the line and did not hold on. Jerry Vickers,. a spokesman for G&H Towing, said it appeared the men in the motorboat panicked be­ cause instead of clinging to the Eva's line, they jumped into the water. Two of the men drowned, one was saved by a passing shrimp boat. Calling the event "tragic," Vickers said Eva's crew did man­ age to pull the motorboat to the point where the craft floated down the side of the barge. Conse­ quently, the motorboat received only minor damages to the wind­ shield and steering wheel. G&H tug crewmembers are rep­ resented by the SIU. The com­ pany operates harbor docking tugs in the Galveston and Houston area. maritime policy. But the post has been empty ever since John Gaughan's departure earlier this year, to the consternation of many in the maritime industry. Gaughan left the Maritime Administration for a high-ranking position in the Department of Transportation. SIU HALL ESCAPES QUAKE DAIMAGE Leback's first few weeks in of­ fice have been busy. The admin­ istration released its long-awaited policy statement on sealift, and the House defeated amendments to an aid package to Poland that would have relaxed American-flag cargo preference standards. During his confirmation hear­ ings, Leback said that he opposed any changes in current cargo pref­ erence laws. He stressed his strong support of the Jones Act, and pledged to work towards the revitalization of the American-flag merchant marine. The SIU union hall on Fremont Street suffered temporary loss of electricity and telephone service but otherwise escaped unharmed after a devastating earthquake hit San Francisco on October 17. Af­ ter three days without utilities, the hall is back to normal, report San Francisco-based SIU Vice Presi­ dents Buck Mercer and George McCartney. The earthquake, which meas­ ured 7.1 on the Richter Scale, mptured the San Andreas Fault for 20 miles. University of Cali­ fornia Seismology Laboratory ex­ perts placed the epicenter near . S. , I Lake Ellsman, a reservoir be­ tween San Jose and Santa Cmz. Areas hardest hit by the earth­ quake were the San Francisco Marina District, the Oakland Bay Bridge which lost a 50 foot section of the upper deck and Interstate 880, also called the Nimitz Free­ way. About one-and-a-half miles of top deck of 1-880 buckled and collapsed on the lower section, crushing vehicles and trapping oc­ cupants. Rescue workers are continuing the process of digging out mbble and checking damaged structures. • • •• f"; -i.: �SCAOROS lOG I.JILiin Bill Exlends Vetemns' Etigibility Date For Menhant Seamen 'My. Ssik-- f.'.lf ' • i"' • '" '• m-y Ife- r • ,•. :• ,if. 't ifef M- :t 'h Federal legislation to extend World War II veteran status to merchant mariners who served from August 15,1945 to December 31, 1946 will face its next hurdle in late October. The bill has the strong support of the Seafarers International Union. The House Merchant Marine and Fisheries Committee will schedule a vote for the latter part of this month on the bill sponsored by Houston Congressman Jack Fields (R-TX). Six House members have cosponsored the legislation, giving it bipartisan support. They include Helen Bentley (R-MD), William Hughes (D-NJ), Bill Richardson (D-NM), Owen Pickett (D-VA), Herbert Bateman (R-VA) and Greg Laughlin (D-TX). Harry Burroughs, minority counsel for the committee, said Fields' bill is expected to pass in the House committee. The Hous­ ton congressman had addressed the committee's Merchant Marine Subcommittee urging it to study, then adopt the legislation. Although Congress granted vet­ eran status to World War II mer­ chant seamen, the legislation es­ tablishes an August 15,1945 cutoff date. That was the day the Japa­ nese surrendered. However, it was on December 31, 1946 that Presi­ dent Harry Truman announced the end of hostilities and that is the date recognized for all other World War II veterans. While testifying. Fields said at least 11 U.S. merchant ships were damaged by mines between Au­ gust 15, 1945 and December 31, 1946. He noted merchant seamen lost their lives in some of the explosions. Congressman Fields explained that shipping actually increased immediately after the war as med­ icine, food and other supplies were caried to battle-ravaged Europe and Asia. Some of the individuals affected by the legislation include those seafarers who signed up prior to August 15 but had not yet gone to sea, merchant seamen in military training on August 15, and those who enlisted in the U.S. Maritime Service after August 15, 1945, but who sailed before December 31, 1946. Should the legislation clear the Merchant Marine and Fisheries Committee, it would then go be­ fore the House Veterans Affairs Committee. The bill may face a tougher time there. Burroughs said the U.S. Air Force (the branch of the armed services that reviews veteran status matters), the De­ partment of Defense and some veterans organizations are ex­ pected to oppose the extension. Liberty Ship Veterans Note 'Grim' U.S. Shipping Scene iMM SlU Executive Vice President Jo­ seph Sacco receives a certificate from Captain George W. Jahn, a former skipper on the O'Brien. V Mi;: While reflecting on the turbulent years of shipping during World War II, approximately 300 mer­ chant marine veterans, gathered in San Francisco for a Liberty Ship reunion, heard the sobering statistics associated with today's American-flag fleet. "Since World War II, the com­ mercial fleet has been in continu­ ous decline," Joseph Sacco, SIU executive vice president, told the group aboard the SS Jeremiah O'Brien last month. Sacco urged presidential lead­ ership to help unify Congress, la­ bor and management in order to improve the outlook for the mar­ itime industry. With the exception of Richard Nixon, he said that no chief executive since Franklin Roosevelt has shown any interest in revitalizing the fleet. "To survive in the future, the merchant marine must be utilized P'' pfE yyyy '• : i-f ift .''I- •'•M - , , . ;• to a far greater degree for both military and commercial pur­ poses," SaCco said. "There must be ships in peace time, because in wartime it will be too late." Congresswoman Helen Delich Bentley (R-MD) announced that none of the 595 manufacturers used to supply materials for the building of Liberty Ships is in operation today. She said the mar­ itime situation is "grim and getting worse every day." Bentley told the veterans the President's Commission on Mer­ chant Marine and Defense re­ ported the seagoing workforce had dropped 60 percent since 1970 and American bottoms carry a mere four percent of the nation's com­ merce. Sacco and Bentley spoke on board the O'Brien, the last unal­ tered operational Liberty Ship. The O'Brien is docked at Fort Mason in San Francisco Bay. The reunion featured men and women who built and sailed the 2,000 Liberty Ships used during World War 11. The mass-produced vessels served as the backbone of the American merchant marine ef­ fort during the war. The O'Brien went into service in June 1943. She saw action in both the Atlantic and the Pacific. After the war, the O'Brien became part of the reserve fleet before being selected in 1979 as a living memorial and museum. v;;;; * — - Congress is considering a bill which, if adopted, would extend WWII veteran status to merchant seamen who served from August 15, 1945 to December 31, 1946. Currently, only civilian mariners who saw active duty in WWII between December 7, 1941 and August 15, 1945 are eligible for veterans' benefits and recognition of service from the Maritime Administration and the United States Coast Guard. Question: What do you think of the legislation that would extend the cutoff date for veteran status for WWII merchant mariners to December 31, 1946? (Asked of SIU members at the union hall in Norfolk, VA.) Fred Hicks, Chief Steward— House Bill HR 44 will, if en­ acted, correct an injustice done to several thousand of our fellow members who sailed after Au­ gust 15, 1945 and through De­ cember 31, 1946. It has taken two lawsuits and 44 years of long, hard fighting to get our World War II merchant mariners recognized as veterans. Due to enemy actions, many of these men died after only a few days at sea while in the service of their country. Any benefits that will be afforded to WWII ma­ rines will be minimal as most of the WWII benefits have long since been exhausted. Neverthe­ less, at least their families will have something to cherish and they will be eligible for a flag to drape over their coffins and a sm^l burial benefit. Alfonso Holland, Chief Steward— Although I was not sailing during WWII, I feel these men should be recognized. I am an Army Vet from the Vietnam era and even for that war we got honora­ ble discharges and veteran sta­ tus. I am sure these men helped bring about total defeat of the enemy and they sailed during the period when our Allies desper­ ately needed our goods in order to help them recover from that war. Not only that, but several merchant ships hit mines during that period and many sank. For all practical purposes, WWII did not end until December 31, 1946. WWII wUl not be over for mer­ chant seamen until they have been recognized. William "Red" Price, QMED-I was in the Navy during WWII. Merchant mariners took the same risk I did and probably much more. As I see it, they sailed many months into WWII without any protection before the ships were armed and the armed guard was put aboard. Later the convoys were made up with destroyer escort but that did not come about until several • I U - ii-'lil HI' thousand merchant seamen lost their lives to U-boats. My fellow brothers should be recognized and included and not left out. After all, those who served in the Armed Forces and civilians working for the government at that time got discharges even for one day service right on up to December 31, 1946. Norwood Bryant, Bosun— There is no question that these men also should be recog­ nized. I want to see our union go all out for these men and do everything possible to get this bill passed. Vincent Khui, Bosun—^I feel these men should be af­ forded the dis­ charge as the others. They were serving their country the same as the other men. I feel it is time to correct the situation at the earli­ est possible moment. Most of these men are deceased and this discharge will at least recognize these men for service to their country. Their families can be proud of them that they served their country so well. Andrew "Andy" Anderson, Bo­ sun—I feel good about these men possibly getting a well-de­ served discharge as they truly deserve it the same as all the rest of the WWII merchant mari­ ners. Nothing in the history of my sailing career, and I go back to 1938, has ever been more dis­ graceful to our wartime seamen than the establishment of the August 15, 1945 cutoff date. Any seaman who was sailing in 1945 knows the armed guard was still on the ships as late as December 1945 as well as all of the military control that was held over sea­ men long into 1946 and later. Mine bonus was paid as late as 1947. They certainly were not giving us that money for nothing; there was still the possibility that we could get sunk. Fred Hicks Helps LOG Fred Hicks, who served as the Seafarers LOG's volunteer cor­ respondent for the Inquiring Sea­ farer column in this edition, began his SIU career in 1945 at the port of New York. He started sailing in 1943 with the Army Transport Service. Brother Hicks worked on freighter, tanker and passenger ships. Not only did he sail during World War II, he also saw action during the Korean and Vietnamese con­ flicts. Pensioner Hicks is married with five children and one grand­ daughter. He lives in Norfolk, VA. -I-—- �• 7 "r,' mW.":--.: '" ~ OaOBCR,1989 -A. iv.'/' vv', r ' ;' - '' . .V' •.••- GOVT SERVICES MEMBERS TO BE DRUG TESTED AFTER DEC. 1 Passumsk Galley Runs a Good Feeder "._ •., .1', • ', , •••^Vi^vV,,.'^ •.••'.•I ' •"•• With a crew of more than 100 onboard, the galley of the USNS Passumsic is always hopping, re­ ports Ship's Chairman Geralt T. Ebert. SIU official and Seafarers LOG correspondent Edd Morris met with Ebert last month in Subic Bay, Philippines, where the USNS Passumsic was docked. New Committee Elected Unlicensed crewmembers, who belong to the SIU's Government Services Division, elected a new ship's committee, Ebert told Mor­ ris. New officers include Chair­ man Ebert, Engine Delegate John R. Pumpman, Steward Delegate Danny J. Harvey and Supply Del­ egate Felino Pahate. Ebert said the food operations on the USNS Passumsic run smoothly and the galley prepares many Filipino-style dishes, taking advantage of the resources avail­ able in the tropical Subic Bay area. Ebert also reported the USNS Passumsic has a good crew in all departments. "We're like a family here," he said. USNS Passumsic crewmembers eagerly dig into another fantastic meal provided by the vessel's steward department. MSCPAC has set December 1, 1989 as the target date for imple­ mentation of its Drug Free Work­ place Program. All MSCPAC ves­ sels operating in the Pacific with civilian mariners will be subject to drug testing. SIU Government Services Di­ vision Vice President Buck Mer­ cer said the union is forwarding to all ships' chairmen a copy of MSC's Civilian Mariner Personnel Instruction (CMPI) 792 that out­ lines the agency's drug testing pro­ gram. Mercer said the union is meeting with MSCPAC officials to discuss rehabilitation procedures for those who test positive. MSCPAC has named Gus Espino as the agency's drug program coordinator. Espino is scheduled to visit each MSCPAC ship for the purpose of conducting training sessions for supervisory ship­ board personnel who will be re­ sponsible for the administration of the drug testing program. Mercer called on all GovernContinued on page 8 '' • ' -•i'' -1 ~ 'iiiS A: A A;;.K _ m-• • : •t / . 'J f. •'• • •I--',:, 'f ' • • •,«. w V'S^}v? '•• • Pictured above in the USNS Passumsic crew lounge are: (left to right) Junior Engineer Curtis Thomas, Chief Electrician Godofredo V. Mino, Steward Utility Edward B. Asercion, Assistant Cook Jose C. Josue, Steward Utility Danilo DelRosario, Steward Utility Carlos W. DeCastro Jr. and Wiper Roger Houston. '•I--* M • . V •• yf A-l.. USNS Passumsic crewmembers during a well-deserved coffee break: (top photo, left to right) Yeoman Storekeepers James Smith and Nester Everisto, Second Electrician Michael Shipp, (bottom photo, left to right) AB Steve Phifer, AB Rick Blair, Cargo Bosun A1 MarshaU, AB Robert L. Grier and OS Don Rosensteel. r.. • • "> .,11. .--•I • ' I'L. • ^m- Wiper David Velasco (left) and Machinist J.D. Hanxhurst taking care of paperwork in the crew lounge. ^ 7 _ •_ �%4,i>;j.>;..'(P''^, ;'r' ,,/vT i^rSC-"' • . v' S:„ ../Tc'-.''.3« rw7 . ;; V.^^-fT'i-''"^>-:,>j';\ "• .L.1L. -i'.' '.-•' !•.. r-'. 1 / y-;,. • ,.s?;pi;r •>-• s:sg;j SOFAHI^LOG Notice for Members Of SIU Gov't Services Division , .. ,- • .iU' Cy^. . -•' "VSlfciir' s ';)'.;^V.','-" -r ''5TJ. K»'4?r„',(i|^fSig.; ojf'-'-r.' •;•'':«•'!'• ;.p;rr •:. )N;:- Vice President Buck Mercer announced receipt of a Military Sealift Command Civilian Marine Personnel Instruction (CMPI) outlin­ ing changes that effect supply personnel on MSCPAC vessels. Mercer said the policy revisions were received by the SIU Gov­ ernment Services Division on October 20 and are effective immedi­ ately. The reason stated by MSC for the revisions was "to clarify cargo handling provisions for Supply Department personnel." Any member of the SIU's Government Services Division with questions on the changes should feel free to contact the union hall, said Mercer. The Government Services Division office is located at 350 Fremont Street; San Francisco, California 94105 and the phone number is 415/861-3400. What follows are portions of the text of CMPI 610: 12-1 SUPPLY PERSONNEL HOURS OF WORK b. Nonofficers (1)In Port. 0800 to 1700. (2) At Sea. 0900 to 1700. H.-C • a/;. c. On days of foreign port arrival and departure, all personnel shall mv :f y:i>. -IJ ,• "Mi - . fi^ #: M •H-h • !iS work eight hours between 0800 and 2000. d. On days of CONUS port arrival and departure, all personnel shall work eight hours between 0800 and 1800. 12-2 OVERTIME—ALL PERSONNEL a. Overtime shall be paid for: (1) Work performed in excess of eight hours per day. (2) Work performed between 1700 and 0800 in port and at sea, Monday through Friday. (3) Work performed on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays in port. (5) Work performed on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays at sea (Nonofficers). 12-4 OTHER PREMIUM PAY PROVISIONS a. Cargo handling. On NFAF ships, the applicable cargo handling rate is payable when personnel are required to handle cargo from pier to the deck of the ship and from the ships deck to the pier. (2) Nonofficers. Nonofficers shall be compensated at the appro­ priate Deck Department cargo handling rate when required to handle cargo. b. The cargo handling rate is not payable for mission related work consisting of the subsequent movement of cargo from the deck of the ship to the holds, in port; movement of cargo within holds, at port or at sea; or the movement of cargo from holds to staging areas during UNREP, VERTREP and INREP operations. Senator Meets With SIU Officials Taking a moment for a photograph are USNS Catawba crewmemhers (left to right) AB Thomas Douglas (standing), Bosun/Mate Capers Hamilton Jr., Steward Baker Floyd Brewton, AB Kenneth R. White and AB Orville A. Gillium Sr. Seated in the foreground is AB James Cross. Catawba Weathers Weather Ship's Chairman Orville A. Gil­ lium Sr. says the USNS Catawba gets more than its share of bad weather. As an oceanographic vessel, often in search of unusual weather conditions, it frequently heads directly for the place where no other vessel >vould go. Gillium, who met with SIU of­ ficial Edd Morris last month while the vessel was docked for a short time in Subic Bay, said the crewmembers are used to the unusual. "We get quite a bit of seatime and very little rest and relaxation around here," he told Morris. "But because of our monitoring of weather and our chartering oper­ ations, we sail to some interesting and out-of-the-way places," he added. While Gillium acts as the ship's chairman. Capers Hamilton Jr. serves as the deck delegate. The USNS Catawba's unli­ censed crew is made up of mem­ bers of the SIU's Government Services Division. The division was once called the Military Sealift . Transportation Union (MSTU). Morris reports one member, AB Thomas Douglas, has achieved a personal victory. Famous for his moustache "drops," Douglas was advised a few months ago that he was required to shave because of a new rule. Management said beards interfered with protective firefighting masks. At issue: Were Douglas's drops a beard? To Douglas the answer was a big "NO!" And to date, the drops are still there. V- : • t, ; .•i Ppi;' U.S. Senator Carl Levin (D-MI) is flanked by Victor Hanson Qeft), an attorney who works with the SIU port of Aigonac, and Byron KeUey, SIU assistant vice president. Congressman Visits Sea-Land Ship Catawba crewmemhers Gefl to right) AB James Cross, AB Orville A. GUIium Sr. and Steward Utility Enrique U. Evangelista are pictured above. MSCPACs Civilian Mariners Will be Tested •C-. Phtrtdman James Koesy (left) and hosun Freddie Goethe (center) talk with Congressman Bill Nelson (D-FL) during his visit to the Sea-Land Commitment. The congressman was touring Jacksonville's Blount Island port facility last month to learn more about the maritime industry. •fiJ' Continued from page 7 ment Services Division members to carefully review section 5-2 of CMPI 792 that establishes proce­ dures for an employee found using illegal drugs. Under the provisions of this section, any shipboard em­ ployee testing positive will be re­ lieved of shipboard duties and re­ patriated to home port for referral to the Civilian Employee Assist­ ance Program. Section 5-2 also allows for "other appropriate action," that could mean disciplinary action ranging from a simple written reprimand to removal. Mercer explained. Mercer warned civUian mar­ iners that some over-the-counter medicines purchased in foreign countries could induce a positive drug test result. �.<-v: •m^i.-^-^c.- ;:?''• -^. ':£• • ;^ OCrOBER, 1989 First Oil Spill Class Graduates .Vv'•• A group of nine became the first upgraders to complete the Oil Spill Prevention and Emergency Con­ tainment and Clean-up course at the Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship last month. Designed to teach SIU crewmembers to prevent oil spills and to react immediately durinig a fuel leakage, the course is the first of its kind for merchant mariners. The union developed the program after March's Exxon Valdez dis­ aster in Alaska and June's smaller spills in Delaware, Rhode Island and Texas created by foreign-flag carriers. The one-week session gave the upgraders both classroom and hands-on experience in prevent­ ing, corralling and cleaning an oil spill. The focus of the training is the prevention of spills and their prompt and immediate contain­ ment before they get out of con­ trol. The first four days are de­ voted to classroom work. Instructor Jim Shaffer intro­ duces the students to the types of oils and how they will react when mixed with water. He informs the upgraders about the various pol­ lution prevention regulations around the world. Next, Shaffer explains the various means of pre­ venting a spill—piping systems, tanks, hoses, etc.—before the class begins responding to simulated oil spills. After the book-learning, the stu­ dents individually prepare detailed written proposals on how to han­ dle oil spills. They must include all needed personnel and equip­ ment, final disposition of the con­ tained oil, communications and logistics. The final classroom situation has Continued on page 20 ' .V ' •"•' ^'v-V 'J Upgraders Joseph Reyes (left) and Bernie Laurence tie up their s^ff to the dock after stretching a containment hoom during a simulated oil-spill exercise at Piney Point. •/•','•,B,., vV, r-, vAA.,- • •- •',' ,v»- rv •' ;• ',^ Trainees from the Harry Lundeherg School of Seamanship prepare con­ tainment booms for use by the facility's first Oil Spill Prevention, Emergency Conteinment and Clean-up class during a demonstration on St. George's Creek. WO Percent Pass Pate for License Class lor said each All seven of member who the Lundeberg graduated from School's limited the course license class par­ "should be con­ ticipants passed gratulated oh thentheir U.S. Coast hard work, dili­ Guard exams af­ gence and the re­ ter completing the alization of their union's intensive professional goals." nine-week course Les Maxwell, ended last that who sails for month. Sabine Towing, The group grad­ passed the exam uated after com­ for a 1600 GT NC pleting a course of Mate and 500 GT studies concen­ Master license. trating on wheel David Swire and house skills. The Jeff Davis, who union members, work for Steuart who all work for Petroleum, ob­ SlU-contracted In the hack row are (left to right) Esler Bovie Jr., Jeff tained 1600 GT inland compa­ Davis, Robert Murray Jr., Roger Foote, Dan Young and Mate licenses — nies, combined Ron Nelson. Leslie Maxwell and David Swire (left and Uninspected tow­ exercises involv­ middle) join instructor Casey Taylor (right) in the front ing vessel—in­ ing plotting, nav­ row. land licenses were igational simula­ secured by Robert Murray and Ron Nelson, tion, basic boat handling and rules of the road both of Moran Towing, Roger Foote from Steuart with classroom reading and discussions. Petroleum and Daniel Young, who ships on The seven participants geared their studies Upper Lakes Towing Company vessels. towards obtaining Coast Guard licenses in the Instructor Taylor said the limited license class following areas: 1600 Mate—Near Coastal; 500 will be offered twice in 1990. The first is sched­ Ton Mate and Master—Near Coastal; Unin­ uled from June 11 through August 10 and the spected Towing Vessels—Inland and Near second will run from September 17 through Coastal and 200 Ton Mate and Master—Near November 16. Radar training resulting in a Coast Guard Coastal. endorsement will follow each class. Limited license course instructor Casey Tay- . • • 1,' -• yy -y -• siAim APPRom fOR smuiuaoR The U.S. Coast Guard has approved 60 days of seatime for graduates of the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship ship handling course. Instructor Jim Brown announced the cpoast Guard's decision after receiving verbal approval in late September. The confirmation came after USCG officials had inspected the curriculum and facilities. Upon successful completion of the two-week course, students will receive a certificate of accomplishment which will be recognized by the Coast Guard for 60 days of seatime, in either the deep sea/great lakes or inland divisions. However, the 60-day approval is good only for the Coast Guard and its upgrading regulations. It does not apply to Seafarers Welfare Plan and the time needed to maintain benefits. According to Brown, the Coast Guard will recognize the 60-day bridge simulator training only once no matter where and how many times the course is taken. Brown noted the certificates are retroactive, so those who graduated in ship handling classes held earlier this year will be able to receive the 60-day recognition. With four classroom bridges in operation. Brown and his staff are able to recreate through computers more than 40 ship handling exercises, including docking, draw bridge maneuvering and bunkering. Ship handling courses are scheduled after each able seaman program. The class is limited tb four to six students. �mm Jiir: saaRSRS 106 -•J - i. " Letters to the Editor >;- • 'f. • - i Compliments Lundebeig Staff, UigM Members to Upgrade m •' r : .'•'" t : j V.' /,f-, ,:; ,r ,•'• If ,3: liii:: 'l-f V -^' •• ' '. ' , • To the Editor: I wish to compliinent the staff and entire personnel at Piney Point. I completed the course in oil spill prevention and clean up during the week of September 11 to 15. My personal thanks to Jim Shaf­ fer. I found him very able and well qualified to teach this course. He was available and most helpful in any problem I addressed to him. Many thanks to his friendly and experienced aides. As usual the food was excellent and the hotel staff under the di­ rection of Eddie G. very pleasant and efficient. 1 have been sailing since 1945 and still have the desire to learn new skills and improve my chances of employment. To the rest of our membership: there is a need for able seamen, QMED's, pumpmen, electricians, etc., and there are many openings at our upgrading classes. All it takes is your desire to improve yourself and the time to fill out the application ... Louis Flade Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Thanks for Son's Scholarship 'ii' '':• To the Editor: On behalf of my family, I would like to express:thanks. I am very pleased and appreciate that the . . . scholarship committee has se­ lected my son Glenn as the recip­ ient of that scholarship. I am very proud as a union member that the SIU has taken an interest in my son's academic goals and has helped to meet his financial needs with this generous scholarship. Right now it is being used to further his education at SUNY at Buffalo ... Edward J. Gontha Brooklyn, New York Editor's Note: The above letter was originally received by SIU President Michael Sacco who for­ warded it to the LOG. Wants Pulmonary Disease Recognlzefl as War-Relateil • ".:. •>,. -'•,. •; ;•%••• 4' i.-.- •\%'--v-.,-^ c'- ,'''r-- |>|fpr;|j:; "''•" 'Jp t'"J fcjseivu To the Editor: In January 1988 the Department of Defense stated that merchant seamen who sailed during World War II, which was from 1941 to 1945, are military veterans. The merchant seamen who are still alive know that the ships built in the shipyards during the war years used asbestos ... (a sub­ stance) outlawed by the occupa­ tional hazard. . .organization. . . The American Cancer Society (has also) stated in a brochure that asbestos dust is related to colon cancer (and) in July of this year, the head of the Environmental Protection Agency said that as­ bestos dust causes cancer. It may take forty years or so to be pro­ nounced or evident. I am at present trying to get service related disability benefits because of asbestos dust. I also had colon cancer surgery at Seton Medical Center in Austin from April 26th to May 5th. The problem is if any seafarers developed any medical conditions from asbestos from 1941 through 1945 when they went to Public Health Service hospitals and clin­ ics with the medical condition re­ corded on medical abstracts. All that data—medical records PHS— is now in Louisiana since the Pub­ lic Health Service hospitals and clinics are closed. Bill McLemore, the veterans service officer in Travis County/ Austin, asked me to try and find out from merchant seamen I may have sailed with (if they have ex­ perienced similar situations) . . . . . .1 am trying to get service related disability. When I go to the VA hospital in Temple, TX, I have to find out if (my) current medical conditions are related to asbestos (exposure) during World War II firom the doctors. This will be on October 11th. . . .Any Seafarer who has the same problem I do, I wish they would contact me . . . It took a good while but finally one doctor . . . noted that I had chronic pulmonary obstructive disease. Anyway, steady as she goes, Seymour Helnfling Austin, Texas Editor's Note: Brother Heinfting can be reached at 1711 Rutland Drive, Apartment 1103; Austin, Texas 78758; 5121837-8882. TElt IT TO THE Oi©@ API Piesident Haidina's ding's Mason And Paeo Praised by SI SUP To the Editor: I am dropping you a few lines to let you know that we of the SUP (Sailors Union of the Pacific) deck department on the President Harding (American President Lines, Ltd.) are very pleased with Chief Cook Sylvester Mason, who is a fine cook and also with Stan Paea, utility BR, who is a very hard worker. Both meh are a credit to their union and have our, utmost re­ spect. Sir, with the limited manning scale they do an outstanding job. John B. Mancllla, Deck Delegate MV President Harding Editor's Note: SIU Vice President George McCartney received the above letter and forwarded it to the LOG for publication. Wife Appreciates LOG To the Editor: My husband is a chief engineer for Crowley and I don't get to see Shipboard Sketches him much. However, when I read the monthly issues of the LCJG, I feel closer to him, and I under­ stand how important it is to be an SIU member. Thanks! Sheila Lynn Brugge Gadsden, Alabama . i 'A:0 Claims Paiil in Timely Manner To the Editor: I want to express my sincere appreciation to the administration and staff of the SIU for the manner in which my recent medical ex­ penses were handled. My condition and operation were serious ones of considerable ex­ pense and prolonged treatment. It was a great relief to me to not only have all of these expenses paid by the SIU Welfare Plan, but also to have them paid in a timely fashion. I thank Mike and Joey and the claims staff for making life a little easier for this SIU pensioner. . . George Annis Kenner, Louisiana by Ben Gnham Perez Thanb Union's Welfare Plan Department To the Editor: A few lines to let you know that I have received all my claims up to date ... I am taking this opportunity to thank you for all your help when I was really in need of one. Thank you ... Victor M. Perez Parque Punta Sallna, Puerto Rico Editor's Note: Brother Perez's let­ ter was originally directed to Tom Cranford, the Seafarers Welfare Plan claims administrator. Ihanb for Help on GaUe Ship To the Editor: I wish to thank everyone who responded to the question I asked. It was about the W.L. Gable ship, which was named for my father. I wish to also thank Captain E.C. March. He even solved a question about the Cassmir. My father went down with that ship first. Thank you. George R. Gahle Glen Bumie, Maryland 'V _ AH At 11 You know that '100 percent, last-a-iifetime, hand-loomed oriental rug' you brought home this trip?" The cartoon above appeared In the June 1961 edition of the Seafarers LOG. Brother Graham, who sailed In the deck department with the SlU, cmitrlbuted many cartoons to the LOG. • • .A iX.': �liBlllirjlii SiKte: • feis" :• •- •.',/t-'-^ USNS Prevail Crew Cited For Tme Job/ loam Effort^ "A fine job!" "Well done!" "Good team effort!" These were just some of the compliments paid to the crew and technicians of the USNS Prevail (T-AGOS-8) as she completed her eleventh mission. And a team effort it was! SIU and MEBA members worked side by side with the GE technicians to make this mission one of the best and most successful ever. As we had just received a new grey paint job during our last in port period, the deck department had its hands full cleaning up and redoing the deck surfaces. With all the work that had to be done. Bosun Tom Votsis and his deck gang still managed to keep the ship's sanitation to its usual high standard as well as getting a great deal of traini^. During the latter part of the mission, the OS's were assigned wheelhouise and lookout duties and the AB's got a chance lA,.s\, ' '>fO •• '-.i.-- •|'L-''.,<i'i'! r(''i!i;'_- , u II, , • '::^;r3;Jrt5-»:'i,:.';:' '^,'f ''im? ,;, /.jv''' --'.'•y'pA.'ji'.'•:' • Editor's Note: The following report and accompanying photos were forwarded to the Seafarers LOG by USNS Prevail Ship's Chairman Tom Votsis. J.D. Criner, the med­ ical department representative on the USNS Prevail, served as the ship's LOG correspondent and prepared this article. i' -r'..-'. Tv' Delta Queen BeoMnes Ifistoric Landmark 'c to get down On deck to pick up a little training from the bosun on upgrading. Everyone shared the load and everyone gained from the experience. Our SIU brother in the engine utility slot, Lee Laurent, was for­ tunate to have three very sharp MEBA engineers to work for. With no serious engineering problems to worry about, Lee had a chance The T-AGOS program's success *is in no small part due to the effort of the seamen . . .' to pick up a lot of good training during the mission. With everything going so well, you might expect that at least the food would be off, but not so. We had the best of the best. With the help of Chief Cook Johnson and Utilityman Packnett, Chief Stew­ ard Barnes laid out some excep­ tional meals. The TTAGOS progrs^ has met with nothing but praise. Every mission has been more successful QMED Carl Crigger (left) and En­ gine Utility Lee Laurent (right) pictured below the SIU's bulletin board on the USNS PrevaO. and this is in no small part due to the effort of the seamen who crew these vessels. The missions are long and at times arduous due to severe sea conditions, but the crews always seemed to be willing to "take another mission." And for those who have been willing to endure the long sepa­ rations from family and friends and were willing to work the long hours, the rewards will soon be forthcoming. With the new con­ tract being worked up at this time, a pay increase and benefits pack­ age is expected. No one earned this more than the Brothers who sail the T-AGOS program. 'ril, <''M;'V^7^.^^;'>^^;rv;:rl;;ii/ ip'i'r !P;2r,^7';'' ''/".''V'•"•'i' USNS Prevail crewmembers say "from croissants to Creole shrimp, these guys do it all." Above are (from left to right) Chief Cook BiU Johnson, Chief Steward Richard Barnes and Utilityman Lionel Packnett. W-.y;: The USNS PrevaU's deck gang is pictured from left to right: AB Paul Layton, OS David Van Dusen, OS Raphael Torres, Bosun Tom Votsis, AB Darryl Brice and AB Orson Lincoln. The SlU-crewed Delth Queen has been declared a National His­ toric Landmark by the U.S. Ctepartment of the Interior. The Delta Queen, built in 1926, is the nation's only authentic, fiilly restored paddle y/heel steamboat that still carries passengers overm'ght. She plies l^e waters of the Mississippi, Ohio, Tennessee and Cumberland rivers throui^iout the year. In citing the vessel at ceremo­ nies held in New Orleans, a state­ ment from the office of the Sec­ retary of the Interior said the Delm Olueen "serves as a reiniiider when S'V steamboats carried the people and supplies that opened the West^' iShCyhaidrb^ /I'- . •••'VA-'-h. 91 iip7;'7|;7§ ..-•vV., I-.. •a* '/M li^ister of Historic Traces since 1970. 17 The steamboat was designed to cmry passengers and cargo beibween Shn Piai^ Sacra­ mento. After falling upon hard times, the Navy took her over during World War U. f After the war, the Greene Line Steamers purchased the Delta Queen and towed her through the Panama Canal to New Orleans. Under her own power, she steamed to Pittsburgh for reconditioning. In June 1948, the Delta Queen made her maiden voyage on the Ohio River between Cincinnati and Cairo, IL. In order to obtain Landmark status, the Delta Queen had to ;prove she was of natidnal signifi|cance and illustrated or interl^ted the heritage Qf the United iStates. She is one of 69 vessels to ^61d siicfa an hondr. Japanese Scholars Call on SIU •;;7v ,^74s;7r'__/:^ ' ' '•! sV' .V/ ' ••; ' 1 .A '•!':. '.• ITottlaOCipniB riiri- /mgcui- a/avi? yS/dv-r v;<v: from UMunbers of the tug Lottie Swann for contract negotiations with the Philaddphia company. From the left are patrolman Jim Malone, tenhM-man George Tanner, Heindel, tankerman Gary Sharp and tank•'vfe erman Joe Owens. The new contract went into effect in September. Two professors from Tokyo universities travelled across the United States last month to observe maritime employment practices. Their itinerary included a stop in Camp Springs, MD. Discussing maritime policy are (left to right) Dr. Masao Oda, professor of Tokyo University of Merchantile Marine; Shumpei Kato, prof^sor of law at the Science University of Tokyo; Norio Mitsuya, first secretary at the Embassy of Japan; Howard Schulman, chief counsel for the Maritime Trades Department; and Joe DiGiwgio, SIU secretary-treasurer. .•A-iu': • •' . v.- •'•7 !•'. • IV-'- /•(v �^V, r tt^' M:'^ ,.....-., :' " •:- • • -. •••; - ™: 'V '"- ,r? f:'! h2>.' =-„.„-^.., , ''t-..•••y yy .rjfiy ,„' tea. tea'.:'r;e L ^V>— I . V' ' ' ••' .• •" . J' ' ".(t'r V-' '.. - • :'- te,'jj'•,?..•?«. •',; '.J-- ^ -v'l i • OaOBER, 1989 SOFARCRS LOG 13 . ' ' .••I' -- v ., rri . • \ •' "•.' ....... -. .:V : SlU Sends Relief To Disaster Victims , '"" -" .5' ''V •v--y?'' 'tete' Continued from page 1 SIU officials in those ports have made radio announcements and published newspaper ads seeking donations. Many local churches, other trade unions and relief organizations, such as the Red Cross, have pitched in. A 40-foot moving van was filled with furniture, cabinets and bedding from the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. The goods were donated to relief efforts in Charleston, SC. One of the union's contracted companies, Crowley/TMT, has donated trailers that have been used to store and ship relief materials. Ninety percent of the housing on St. Croix has been completely destroyed, and the econ­ omy isn't expected to recover for quite some time. Many UIW members have been left home­ less. The UIW hall in St. Thomas sustained minor damage and power failures. Electricity, water and phone services were down for a few days immediately following the hurricane, but UIW Caribbean Vice President Amos Peters reports An AP photo of the St. Croix waterfront the day after Hurricane Hugo struck the U.S. Virgin Islands. the hall is now fully operational. The UIW's St. Croix hall, on the other hand, was demolished and the union has established a temporary office in a different building. Peters estimates it will be many months before St. Croix UIW members will have the basics—electricity, water and phone. It could be years before the island's buildings are completely restored or rebuilt, he said. SIU members in San Juan, PR found the union's hall in good shape. SIU Port Agent Angel Hernandez reported the trees behind the hall were downed by the hurricane's winds, but the building came through unscathed. [ : (i..... ••'• -•_ QMED Mike Coyle donated hisfree time to help load the trailer car­ rying aid to the Virgin Islands. •.', ' • -1 ...•te,;.' These Seafarers helped load the donated TMT trailer With food and other material: (front row, from left to right) AB Jim Brady, OMU John Cranan, QMED Frank Jaworski; (second row, from left to right) Chief Cook Andrew Austin, OS Joe Motion. Union Hall's Neighbors Join Effort •y:0y;-;-•' .: QMED Tommy Martinez (left) and OS Joe Motitrn helped out on the relief effort. In addition to Crowley/TMT, which donated trailers so that relief materials could be sent to South Carolina and the Caribbean, the following SIU/ UIW companies have responded to the union's Caribbean emergency relief efforts: Pan Pacific—^98 cases of tuna La Victoria—100 cases of beans United Food Processors—^200 cases of mackerel Juanita Foods—100 cases of meatbaU soup MTD/ Budweiser—6,000 cans of fresh water in beer cans Kroger Foods—several trailer loads of food ... Not only have Philadelphia SIU members, their families and SIUcontracted companies given food, money and supplies to the victims of Hurricane Hugo, but neighbors have gotten into the act. After hearing public service ads on the radio, (left to right) Mrs. E. Rice, Mrs. Ester Williams, Mrs. Bryan and Mrs. L. Ford brought several packages of rlftHiing and food to help residents of the Virgin Islands recover from the storm. The four ladies live in the neighborhood where the SIU hall is located. Jeri-Dee Falk, the coordina­ tor for the union's Philadelphia efforts, reported receiving re­ lief aid from the following com­ panies: Amerimar Realty Corporation Trailer Marine Transport Thomas Jefferson Hospital Great Bear Spring Water Company Airwick Supplies Worthington Foods WIP Sports Radio KYW News and Radio Stations WDAS FM & AM She said that hundreds of people had responded to the union's public service, an­ nouncements aired on local ra­ dio and TV. SIU Philadelphia Port Agent Dave Heindel said the com­ munity's response to the union's relief efforts was "magnifi­ cent." Food Worth $175JN)0 Donated by Ohio UIW Grocery Stores Two major grocery store chains in Ohio donated food and supplies worth approximately $175,000 to the U.S. Virgin Island victims of Hurricane Hugo. The initiative for the donations came from UIW members who work for Kroger and Big Bear in the Buckeye State. Many of the UIW members had returned with fond memories of the 29 delegates from the Virgin Is­ lands who attended the UIW Con­ vention held in Piney Point last September. They felt they had to do something to help their union brothers and sisters and new friends. The groceries and materials filled a trailer. Included in the donated goods were cereal, soup and rice. Capfs Getchell and Sevland Describe Night Hugo Struck While deep sea vessels were able to change course to avoid the wrath of Hurricane Hugo, two SlU-crewed Crowley tugs with barges had to ride out the storm in San Juan harbor. The Monitor and the Mariner were in San Juan as the storm whipped through the U.S. Virgin Islands. Preliminary forecasts called for the storm to skim across southern Puerto Rico Saturday, September 16 before it was to head for the Gulf of Mexico. Part of the danger of hurricanes is their unpredictability. Hours be­ fore the Monitor was scheduled to leave (2400 on the 16th), Hugo changed course and headed for San Juan and the Bahamas. After reviewing the forecasts and discussing their options with Crowley TMT officials, masters '. . . lines were doubled, tripled, in some cases, quadrupled...' Michael Getchell of the Monitor and Harold Sevland the Mariner decided to stay in San Juan. They moved their tugs and baiges deeper into the harbor and waited for Hugo to hit. "We went into the harbor for safety," Sevland said, "and were told to be prepared for the fiill force of the storm." As both barges were loaded with cai;go and trailers, special consid­ erations were made to batten down the 73()-foot crafts. The tugs and baiges moved from the Crowley/ TMT docks to a more secure lo­ cation to get away from damaging winds and high waves. The Crow­ ley vessels, with assistance of sev­ eral harbor tugs, moved the barges San Juan and Fortaleza into place. Every line between the tugs and barges was doubled, tripled and, in some instances, quadrupled to keep the barges from breaking loose. AH tugs—including harbor vessels—^were ready to push the barges to keep them in place dur­ ing the hurricane. As the SIU crews were posi­ tioning and securing their vessels, yiachts and small boats were scur­ rying down the channel for safe harborage. Clouds were followed by Hugo's first rains on Sunday afternoon, the 17th. Tropical storm force winds began hitting after dark. Saw Vessds Sink Getchell reported seeing small vessels sinking and washing ashore during the night. Both masters reported a rough night holding the barges still. "We did everything we could to keep the barges in place," Getchell said. "We had as many lines as possible to hold them." Hugo's fury hit between 0930 and 1030 on Monday, the 18th. Both men reported wind gusts as high as 115 miles per hour although the eye of the storm passed north of San Juan. Getchell reported only one radio station was broad­ casting at that time. "It was eerie," he said "It was like ihe end of the world." By noon, the crews were in­ specting the crafts for damage and found no trailers lost, no members injured and no vessels destroyed. The only reportable damage was the loss of a whip antenna on the Monitor. Both captains commended their crews for a job well done. Most of the members stayed awake around the clock during the storm to be available in case an emer­ gency required them. The harbor tugs that assisted in securing the baiges were the Apache with Steve Sears and crew, the F1 Moro with Eddie Chavalier and crew, and the Dorado with Milton Gomez and crew. Besides Getchell, those serving on the Monitor were Roger Roth­ schild, Ron Chavers, Nick Con­ way, John Lazslo, Samuel Rosario, Mike Stephens and Guillermo Cruz. Sevland was aided on the Mar­ iner by Ray Alcorn, Brett Vickery, Jose Barco, Steve Gough, Aurillio Llorente, Bayard Britton and Larry Hayes., The tugs stayed in port until Tuesday, the 19th. The Monitor and San Juan left for Jacksonville, while the Mariner and Fortaleza headed for Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. Crew Generosity Praised by PRMMi The crew of the SS Nuevo San Juan raised quite a bit of money during a tarpaulin muster as part of the overall effort by Puerto Rico . Marine Man^ement, Inc., (PRMMI) to assist victims of Hur­ ricane Hugo. C!aptain J. Adams reported that the SIU members were to be com­ mended for their "generous re­ sponse." He specifically men­ tioned electrician Charles J. Gallagher, AB Ronald Mena and OMU John J. Starr Jr., for their "exceptional generosity." The money collected was given to the relief organization "Dale la Mano Puerto Rico" (Give a Hand to Puerto Rico). As of middle October, Puerto Rico Marine had carried 38 trailers leaded with relief supplies to Puerto Rico free of charge. Stateside em­ ployees have collected 119 cartons of clothing and canned goods for the effort. Staff and vendors have donated ^proximately $13,000 for hurricane relief. To Seamen and Deep Sea Vessels nriv yOACC South KEI/ Atlantic MTD for role in collecting hurricane relief materials. Red Cross official Bill Dion presents certificate to George RipoU, who serves as President of the Jacksonville-based port council and as assistant vice president of the SIU. D/iy Kiemher Confronts Hugo Tragedy Henry Springer was luckier than most. The roof was damaged, but at least he had a home. Springer was one of 29 Virgin Islanders who served as delegates to the UIW's eighth quadrennial convention held in September. The convention had barely adjourned when Hurricane Hugo slammed into the islands with winds ranging up to 140 miles an hour. Springer's wife and children survived the storm in fine style, but weeks later they were still a little shaky. "They had never seen '. . . roads are blocked there is no refrigeration...' anything like it," said Springer. Conditions on St. Thomas were not so bad as on St. Croix, but parts of the island remained with­ out electricity. "Getting through the day is much tougher now, especially the small chores. Roads remained blocked, and even though there's food on St. Thomas, you still have to be carefiil. "If you buy fresh food, you have to make sure that you eat it that day," said Springer, "be­ cause there's no way to keep it refrigerated." Springer who works for the De­ partment of Economic Develop­ ment, says people show up every day lool^g for relief aid, "But everybody is still in a state of shock. Some people lost every­ thing, their houses, all their worldly possessions, and they just can't cope." Many UIW members, reported Springer, go to the union hall for assistance and information. • . iiii I,,.' . ., 'te:..-.l •/. •• Me nil "v" 'J-.'' s,v •_ UXWdmrn^^ Seafarers and Hurricane Hugo When Hurricane Hugo ap­ proached Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands with its deadly, 140-mile-per-hour winds, the safest place to be was on board a deep-sea vessel. Today's sophisticated weatherforcasting methods have nearly eradicated the threat that hurri­ canes once posed to merchant seamen. Deep-sea vessels now have ample warning to prepare for these tropical storms. The Sea-Land Challenger was on its way to Puerto Rico from Jacksonville when it learned of Hugo's impending visit. The captain just slowed down and kept his distance until the storm passed. Deep sea vessels now have ample warning of storms. Other than a 72 hour delay, the Challenger suffered no adverse consequences from Hurricane Hugo. But like all other Americanflag vessels, it plays an important role in gathering information about weather conditions. U.S. Flag Fleet Gathers Data Since 1951, all American-flag vessels have cooperated with the National Weather Service in a vol­ untary program to gather data on conditions at sea. While this was the first centralized program of its kind, American-flag vessels had been collecting and relaying this kind of information since the turn of the century. Before the advent df regular commercial airflights in the late 1930's, land-based scientists and weather forcasters plotting the course of a hurricane had no other information at their disposal than the data provided by commercial and militaiy vessels in the imme­ diate vicinity of a storm. Airplanes still are used to gather information about the eye of a hurricane, but since the late 1960's, satellites have enabled weather forecasters to pinpoint a storm's path with far greater accuracy. But satellites (and the planes which preceded them) .are only useful for gathering information about cloud formations and gen­ eral hurricane patterns. The data that American-flag ships collect on surface conditions is still critical, says Marty Baron of the National Weather Service. Commercial and military ves­ sels within a 500-700 mile radius of a storm play a pivotal role in gathering information that enables the Hurricane Center to make pre­ dictions about the following: • visibility • barometric pressure • atmospheric conditions • general weather conditions • past weather conditions • surface water temperatures • wave formation • sea and swell information So even though a vessel like the Sea-Land Challenger may be far away from any harm, it can still transmit important data. Sixty-five percent of the Amer­ ican-flag vessels relay their data the old-fashioned way, says Baron, through morse code. But increas­ ingly, American-flag vessels are being outfitted with technologi­ cally advanced communications equipment and morse code usage is being phased out. The fact that today's merchant seamen are relatively immune from the wrath of hurricanes like Hugo is a result of developments in two inter-related areas: weather fore­ casting and communications. Seamen Always Weathermen Seamen were the world's first weathermen. Their observations about conditions at sea created an invaluable bank of information, especially since the information was required to be contained in the ship's log. Faiiy ocean exploratdn gave rise to the system of latitudes and longitudes which are used to plot a hurricane's path. Knowledge about the earth's climate has long been a part of the West's scientific heritage, but weather forcasting as we know it today only became possible with the advent of wireless transmitters in the 1840's. But since most North American hurricanes originate at sea in the Caribbean (indeed, the English word for hurricane comes from Arawaks, the indigenous In­ dian population of the U.S. Virgin Islands), weather forecasting was at best an imprecise science. It wasn't until the development of shipboard radio technology in the early part of the 20th century that weathermen and land-based scientists could have access to badly-needed information in a ti­ mely manner. This led to more accurate predictions about hurri­ canes and other storms, which in turn was rapidly relayed back to the ships by the Coast Guard and other organizations. WHERE TO SEND DONATIONS Individuals or organizations de­ siring to make a contribution to the union's hurricane relief fund can make out a check to "SIU/ UIW Caribbean Emergency Relief Fund." Mail the check % Seafarers LOG ; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, MD 20746. All donations will be acknowl­ edged. • - '1 • V .. •jv'" 'i-l i • ,. • " I'-r-'.''' , .-n. • �-• .:" r'f""• ! vK*:%:,--« i' ••IT:-' -ifc , •: , ' .f vs:;fiiii:;l •TOTAL REGISTERED Ail Groups Class A Class B Class C Port New York Philadelphia jBaltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans jf^ksbiiVilliE San Franciscd jWilmington. Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu l^sti^ |St. Loui^ j|iil6y::I?<Mi|| totals Port TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Trip Reliefs ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT 3 'J 15 13 25 mxm'6-y ,. • 22r>' 7 35 ,ir • A 7' ' " :V4-:;-: 5 •'•mm": m 6 2 5 6 3 6 38 2 4 8 ;..75 • fe/ iv ; §m !•'- ; ils 211 72 65 59 ENGINE DEPARTMENT ;• vK-;,!'.,'• • I S' . r" - '•! 1 • ;:-;^y. >,Ji:?'j Norfblk Mobile New Orleans lacksonVl Francis V it; Louis - PineyPpJif Totals Port »^;^Yprkl ''•J'- Baltimore Norfblk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco iWihnin^on Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu -• Houston' St. Louis Piney Point! Totals Port ^'"f;^'i'^,:.!rf'-l -.„ Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu 3 1 1 J^F- - 0 2 157 0 3,. 58 . .J 0 32 •^j'V ^^ . V 0 2 127 u 3 54 ,i 0 31 ... "0 ... , 4 ;ffi.Siae«ew5®SE .,^r • -ai'W , 60 25 STEWARD DEPARTMEm' Piiiey Point Monday, November 61 New York Tuesday, November 7 Phlliideip^ November 8 Baltimore Thursday, November 9 Norfolk Thursday, November 9 .- 3 3 . ,5 . 8 1 3 9 18 11 ,.• ."5S' --i l4TT 6 w. 18 - 5 ^mm'm'" 17 8 1 0 3 7 172 50 3 -w 0 1 95 1 1 141 235" 659 339 361 0 3 2 21 •wimm13 11 2 2 5 5 8 0 3 2 13 0 0 0 ~m~jf ''^.••tv-m' 0 0 6 4 3 12 37 • --I-;-'--:w-/.^o^:';v 8 2 39 0 0 204 280 370 r:mF •';: TO" •v: 3 m$m:;.£-;/:o; 5 6 10 TT™ m--: 6 3 21 16 10 "T 0 1 75 526 189 1,034 430 " f-'FFi =.££^5:'- If you or your dependents lose your eligibility for health care coyerage under the Rules and Regulations of the Seafarers Welfare Plan, you and your dependents may be eligible to purchase, at a premium. Welfare coverage directly from the Plan. If you find that you have lost your eligibility for Plan coverage, you must:! notify the Plan office immediately to ^ ' find out whether or not you or your dependents may elect to continue ; # yoUr benefits under this program. ; : If you want more information m ^nceming this program you can caSll1 the lUembership services office. ;! l-8eOCLAIMS-4 (i<«00-25^74) ^ \ or write , :i-^'-;'-;^'XOBRA'Program Seaferers Welfare Plan 5201 Auth Way IJ;:; ;Camp Spti^^ N^E: A detailed article explaining this program appeared in the April 1989 issue of the LOG. s 331 •"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 September was up from the month of August. A total of 1,365 jobs were shipped on SlU-contracted deep sea vessels. Of the 1,365 jobs shipped, 526 jobs or about 39 percent were taken by "A'* seniority members. The rest were filled by "B" and "C" seniority people. A total of 189 trip relief jobs were shipped. Since the trip rdief program began on April 1, 1982, a total of 10,797 jobs have been shipped. if.- 'j< (1 I '• V. ' I 'ri; I ••• Av>sn?'^I Wilmimiton Monday, Nbvember 20 •.., Seatde Friday, November 24 ; San Juan Thursday, November 9 St. Louis Friday , November 17 Honolulu Friday, November 17 Duluth Wednesday, November 15 Jersey City Wednesday, November 22 COBRA: Cotttiauatiott 19 ,.S Wednesday, November 15 San Francisco Thui^ay, Novendjer 16 \ mmpswofm PUN NOTICE ENTRY Dra>ARTMENT '•H'; Mm "niursdaly, November 9 Algonae •,' Friday, November 10 Homton Tuesday, November 14 NewOHd^^ Tuesday, November 14 torn mm. TWr^^mr • m^-Mimm^s mm^ -'f'-Q 0 1 i. 0 Wim: m:'m , 0 "mm- 0 ; 1 '^ Tuesday, November 21 "T Louis Point Totals 7 4 7 2 11 22 sattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston T }• wmmMG HouHify .•M MemberMp Meetiii^ Peep Stie^ lekeSf Mead We^ SEPTEMBER 1-30, 1989 •••• •'; r^'i'-v,*:.,.,,:;.; '.>• :,t:: - •,'#iiSl' 'm.' • vJiF^^^'uiv'.'' Personals Anyone who sailed with Jerry Cudahy during 1944 or 1945 in the South Pacific is asked to contact his brother, Cy Cudahy, collect at (214) 238-5806. ;- j :ili �'"4: V r- - ;" i: •> jjiiaMMi ii« '.";/:g^:i;y'. ..-'yigv^, OOOSflt 7999 .. • v' "'-J: •-"••"5'd-'-^;>S->''";A' - >j^-;:?:'Vv' ;••• Thirteen SlU Men Retire The Seafarers Pension Plan (SPP) announced this month the retirement of nine deep sea and four inland SIU members. Brother Herman Ulrich, at 71 years of age, is the oldest of the group to be­ gin receiving a monthly pen­ sion check. Brother Charles Gallagher, at 58, is not only the young­ est to retire, but he also finds himself in a unique category — a seaman who has sailed in every department, deck, engine and steward. SPP Administrator Leo Bonser, in announcing the retirement of the 13 mem­ bers, extended his congratu­ lations. Bonser also noted the contribution the retirees had made to building the SIU and the benefit plans. Deep Sea VERNON DOUGLAS Vernon Douglas, 65, joined the SIU in his native Baltimore during May of 1955. Brother E>ouglas started his steward career sailing on Waterman Steamship vessels. He graduated from the Food Services Plan in 1963 at the port of New York. He completed the recertified steward program at Piney Point in 1985. Before retiring, Douglas rode the Overseas Vivian on several voyages. Pensioner Douglas served in the Army from 1942 to 1945; He still lives in Baltimore, MD. FRED H. DUCHMANN JR. Fred H. Duchmann Jr., 65, received his SIU permit during August of 1952 in his native New Orleans. The steward department veteran began his career with the Mississippi Steamship Company. Brother Duchmann makes his home in Meraux, LA. JOHN FEDESOVICH John Fedesovich, 62, became a member of the SIU in March of 1946 at the port of Norfolk. The New Hampshire native worked in the engine department. Pensioner Fedesovich upgraded in 1975 and 1978 at the Lundeberg School. He lives in Slidell, LA. CHARLES J. GALLAGHER Charles J. Gallagher, 58, holds the distinction of having his book stamped for deck, engine and steward department during his career. He started with the SIU in 1959 when he graduated from the Andrew Furuseth Training School in New York. Upon leaving the , school, he worked on Alcoa vessels. The Massachusetts native now calls Port Neches, TX home. JAMES E. HIGGINS James E. Higgins, 65, received his permit at the port of Baltimore in 1956. He sailed in the steward department. The Flint, MI native served in both the Royal Canadian Air Force '!¥C»S=JSJ'K^^ from 1940 to 1942 and the U.S. Army from 1945 to 1950 before going to sea. Brother Higgins upgraded in 1978 and became a recertified steward in 1979 at the Lundeberg School. He lives in Piney, Point, MD. BOLAND A. HOFFMAN Boland A. Hoffman, 62, Joined the SIU in December of 1945 at the port of Galveston. The South Carolina native started as a member of the galley gang, but ended his tenure in the deck department. Recently, Brother Hoffman sailed from the port of Jacksonville, where he has made his home. DEWEY B. JORDAN Dewey B. Jordan, 62, acquired his first SIU permit in June of 1946 at the port of Norfolk. The North Carolina native worked in the deck department. Pensioner Jordan makes his hdme in Wilmer, AL. JESSE THRASHER Jesse Trasher, 65, joined the SIU in June of 1971 at the port of San Francisco. He worked in the steward department after serving in the Navy from 1942 to 1962. The Springfield, OH native upgraded in 1978 and 1980 and became a recertified steward in 1981. Pensioner Thrasher lives in Seattle, WA. HERMAN ULRICH Herman Ulrich, 71, received his SIU permit in March of 1965 at the port of New York. Bom in Terre Haute, IN, he sailed in the engine department. Brother Ulrich served in the Navy from 1936 to 1946. He caUs Bakersfield, CA home. Inland JASPER A. AUCOIN Jasper A. Aucoin, 65, joined the SIU in May of 1977 at the port of New Orleans. He worked as a yard foreman for Ratcliffe Materials. He served in both the Army and the Air Force from 1942 to 1949. Pensioner Aucoin lives in his native Bourg, LA. LEGAL AID The following list of attorneys is provided for the convenience of Seafarers who may have need for legal assistance. Alabama Louisiana John FaHcenberry W Louis Robein 300 N. 21st St. Gardner, Robein &. Birmingham, AL 35i^3 Urann 2540 Severn Ave. (205)322-1100 Suite 400 Simon, Wood & Crane Metairie, LA 70002 1010 Van Antwerp Bldg. (504)885-9994 j Mobile, AL 36602 -»- '« Kristi R)st ijf: (205)433-4904 .sfiUlfilS Canal Place On#!? California Suite 2300 ytesOstrov New Orleans, LA 70130 Fogel, Feldman, Qstn^ (504) 524-6207 Ringler & Klevens (504) 524-6208 5900 Wilshire Blvd. i Suite 2600 LoS Angeles, CA 90036 Marylaiid (213) 834-2546 ;S Ch^es Heymaii Kaplan, Heyman, John Paul Jennings fifj Greenberg, Engelman Herining, Walsh & King & Belgrad lOOBushSt. Sun Life Bldg. Suite 440 Charles & Redwood Stsv San Francisco, CA 'is Baltimore, MD 21201 94104 (301)539-6967 (415) 981-4400 Florida . ...'. Frank Hamilton III Massachusetts Hamilton & Associates, , Orlando & Associates PA. 1 Western Ave. 2620 W. Kennedy Blvd. Gloucester, MA 01930 Tampa, FL 33609 , (508) 283-8100 (813) 879-9842 Illinois Michigan Katz, Friedman, Schur & Eagle Victor G. Hanson, P.C. 7 S. Dearborn St. 19268 Grand River Ave. Chicago, IL 60603 Detroit, MI 48223 (312) 263-6330 (313) 532-1220 Thomas Lakin Christopher Legghio Lakin & Heradon, P.C. Miller, Cohen, Martins 251 Old St. Louis Ave.:.( ik.& Ice Wood River, IL 620951400 N. Park Plaza 0027 17117 W. Nine MUe Rd. Southfleld, MI 48075 (618) 254-1127 (800) 851-5523 (313) 559-2110 toll-free 1-800-554-8119 LEWIS M. BELL Lewis M. Bell, 62, worked in the deck department for Ratcliffe Materials. Born in Butler County, PA, Boatman Bell served in the Navy from 1945 to 1946. He lives in Franklin, LA. LAWRENCE C. FRANCIS Lawrence C. Francis, 61, joined the SIU in August of 1963 at Port Arthur, TX. Brother Francis served in the engine department with Sabine Towing. The Houston native lives in Jasper, TX. New York Howard Schulman 485 Madison Ave. New York, NY 10022 "J :'r': ? (212) 421-0017 l^hnsylvan^ K^irschneri Walters & Willig 1608 Walnut St. , 10th floor Philadelphia,]!^ 1911@ (215) 893-9000 Margaret Browning Spear, Wilderman, Sigmond, Borish & Endy 260 S. Broad St. Suite 1500 Philadelphia, PA 19102 1(215)^2-0101 Marvin Peterson 1200 Travis Suite 2020 Houston, TX 77002 (713) 659-4422 -''iJ ,/ « - • Virginia Arthur Rutter Rutter & Montagna 415 St. Paul's Blvd. Suite 720 Norfolk, VA 23510 (804) 622-5000 Washington Rob Williamson - s-'S . Davies, Roberts & Reid 101 Elliott Ave. West Suite 550 Seattle, WA 98119 t" (206) 285-3610 0r. W: MONEY DUE NOTICE MAERSK VESSELS SEAFARERS Crewmembers employed aboard the below named vessels during calendar year 1988 may claim monies due them based on the economic price adjustment (EPA) provision in the contract. To qualify, submit verification of employment in the form of copies of U.S. Coast Guard discharges or pay vouchers to CONTRACT DEPARTMENT, SIU; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, Maryland 20746. MV 1st Lt. Alex Bonnyman MV PVT Harry Fisher MV CPL. Louis Hauge, Jr. MV PFC WiUiam Baugh MV PFC James Anderson OCEAN SHIPHOLDING NAVY TANKERS SEAFARERS ALFRED THOMPSON Alfred Thompson, 65,acquired his permit at the port of New York in August of 947. The Honduran native worked in the deck department. Brother Thompson calls Flomation, AL home. Crewmembers employed aboard the below named tankers during the time periods specified may claim monies due them based on the economic price adjust­ ment (EPA) provision of the contract. To qualify, submit verification of employment in the form of copies of U.S. Coast Guard discharges or pay vouchers to CONTRACT DEPARTMENT, SIU; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, Maryland 20746. MV Paul Buck MV Gus Darnell MV Lawrence Giandla MV Richard Matthiesen MV Samuel Cobb 1987,1988 and up to March 31,1989 January 1, 1989 to March 31,1989 1988 and up to March 31,1989 1988 and up to March 31,1989 1987, 1988 and up to March 31,1989 ,y , -v. �^:%y- • V 16 ,.1 ^-,t ~'^.iV•»-•^/f^jr-aV.i.jMW-,-, ,i.-«> ,X^ir. -r- 'it-''. .'.-; -i-i'•.—iii),;/•! • SOFARERSm Lundeberg School Graduates W'-M& ¥'WB: IN" '•:• X- .•;••£• '••?.l it I;-- '• MAMIW ELECmONIC AfiUNTENANCE students are (back row, left to right) James Bates, Mike Johnson, Mark D. Field, (front row, left to right) Bill Payne, C!hris Devonish and Bill Liegnos. The group graduated on September 1. •-••• :V'-. ; TBAIWRR UFEEOAT graduates from classes 444 and 445 are pic­ tured above. Pictured left to right from class 444 are: Glen Wilson, Ronny Miller, Kevin DeSue, Instructor Jim Moore and Wendell Price Jr. Class 445 graduates are: (back row, left to right) Roger Hester, Dawn Rogers, Bruno Vargas, Dave Bates, Brien Collins, Keith Hall, Martin Ghaskin, Eric Morrison, Jerry Woods, Gary Van Staden, Robert Blankford, Michael DiAngelo, (front row, left to right) Thomas M. FLynn, Sebast Rodriguez, Sylvester Gause, Dono­ van Carlton, Sidney Stratos II, Charles M. Spradlin and John B. Hutchinson. f' . 'J,-' ^ u. • • iv HYMIAULICS class participants graduated on September 15 after completing assignments covering 0uids, actuators, control devices, pumps, reservoirs, symbols and systems in marine equipment. Pic­ tured above with instructor Bill Foley (second row, right) are: (back row, left to right) Aldo Santiago, B. Hutching, A. Hansen, (front row, left to right) V.L. Kirksey, Gebar Ogbe, Frankie Jaworski and C.A. Suazo. r^ F' • r • LlfEBOAT upgraders graduating on September 1 are pictured above: (standing, left to right) Instructor Ben Cusic, Timothy Troupe, Elvis Paisley, Pablo Torres, Robert Forrest, Nathan Hol­ lander, Louis Sorito, Lonale Andrews, Charles Repper, Nathaniel Davis, Roosevelt Ballard, (kneeling, left to right) Doug Carson, James T. Lombard, Wayne Champine, B. Medina, Ahmed Baabbad, George Sasaki, Daniel Hooper and King Scott. "} ,U.:V-. . 'i. f-.' •••.•••v'. t."-: fOWr course completion leads to an endorsement as FiremanAVatertender/Oiler. Graduating from the September 15 class are (third row) Tyrone McPherson, Te^ Clayton, Frank M. Wynn, Arthur James, (second row, left to right) Tony Morrison, Clinton Morrison, Willie Pugh, John Perez, Hector C. Rivera, Michael Claoke, (front row, left to right) Derrick F. Yard, Marcos Laguer, William Romez, Edward Hill Jr. (standing), Arthur Guy and Nick Reyes Jr. TANKERMAN course instruction covers all aspects of loading, transfering and unloading liquid cargoes. Graduating on September 1 are: (third row, left to right) Captain Penny, Glen Wilson, Kevin DeSue, Brett Lammers, Gregory Truvia, David Candill, David Till­ man, David Fawkes, Debbie Stalf^ Scott Horn, (second row, left to right) Gary Burs, Dennis McKendall, Joe Reyes, Wendell Price Jr., Kevin K. Sicher, (front row, left to right) Joe CuUison, Kim Janics, Carlos Marcial, Vance Battle, Arthur Wentworth, Tbdd Wilson, t'-i'-ifr-; Steve Nelson and Ronny Miller. I • •-''•.'Fi-::'- :Y''C r r'- W,: ^ . •* �'•sTim.i • mOBlR, 1989 THOMAS A. BAKER Thomas A. Baker, 68, passed away September 11. He served in the Navy from 1942 to 1947. Brother Baker graduated from the Andrew Furuseth Training School in Norfolk, VA before joining the SIU in 1965. The Tennessee native sailed in the steward department and sailed on Waterman Steamship vessels early in his career. He began receiving his pension in August 1986. His wife, Pearlie, survives him. JOSEPH A. BUCHER Joseph A. Bucher, 72, died August 4. Bom in Pennsylvania, the deck department veteran received his SIU book in October 1942 in the port of New York. He was active in picket duty in the port of New York during 1%1. Brother Bucher retired in February 1983. FILIPPO CARLINO IFilippo Carlino, 65, passed I away July 15 at his I home in Baltimore, MD. The New York native joined the SIU in May 1957 in the port of Baltimore. He sailed in the steward department until he started drawing his pension in May 1970. Brother Carlino was buried in Lake View Memorial Park in Carroll County, MD. He is survived by his wife, Bemadine. CHARLES CARLSON Charles M. Carlson, 68, died July 6 at the South Baldwin Hospital in Summerdale, AL. The Alabama native served in the Army from 1942 to 1943 before joining the SIU in the port of Philadelphia in March 1945. He attended a steward department conference at Piney Point. Brother Carlson retired in December 1983. He was buried July 8 at Pine Crest Cemetery in Mobile," AL. MORGAN L. CARROLL Morgan L. Carroll, 65, passed away August 18. Bom in Alabama, Brother Carroll sailed in the steward department after obtaining his union work permit in October 1943. During the late 1960's and most of the 1970's, he worked on the Sea-Land shore gang in New York. He attended a steward recertification course at the LundebeiB School in 1982. Carroll retired from the SIU in December 1986. His wife, Charlie Mae, survives him. '4: fWK! 17 CLYDE L. CLARK Clyde L. Clark, 67, died July 23 at his home in Jacksonville, FL. The Mississippi native served in the Marines from 1942 to 1945. He became a member of the SIU in May 1950 in the port of Wilmington. He sailed in the deck department until he retired in September 1975. Brother Clark was buried at Jacksonville's Evergreen Cemetery. JAMES F. CORDELL James F. Cordell, 58, passed away on September 3. He served in the Army from 1950 to 1953. In August 1972 in the port of San Francisco, the New York native joined the Marine, Cooks and Stewards. After MCS merged with the SIU, he continued his union membership in the Seafarers Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District. Early in his career. Brother Cordell sailed on States Steamship Company vessels in the steward department. He was an active member at the time of his death. JAMES P. COX James P. Cox, 69, died August 29. Bom in Florida, Brother Cox served in the Army from 1936 to 1945. He joined the SIU in May 1952 in the port of New York and sailed in the steward department. He started to receive his pension in Febmary 1977. SAMUEL J. DAVIS I Samuel J. Davis, 62, passed away July 30. He was bom in South Carolina and served in the Navy from 1943 to 1956. Brother Davis received his SIU book in October 1963 in the port of New York. He was active in the steward department when he died. He is survived by his wife, Rebecca. CHRISTOPHER DELAMER Christopher Delamer, 63, died September 6. The deck department member was bom in New York City. He served in the Army Air Force from 1944 to 1946. After joining the SIU, Brother Delamer sailed on American Hawaii Cmise ships. He was an active member at the time of his death. His wife, Sandra, survives him. WILBERT DESPANY Wilbert Despany, 33, passed away August 1. Bom in Lafayette, LA, Brother £>espany graduated in class 336 at the Lundeberg School in 1981. He was sailing in the steward department at the time of his death. . JUAN D, DIAZ Juan D. Diaz, 77, died July 18 at his home in Clarkstown, NY. The engine department veteran was born in Ponce, PR. He graduated from the Andrew Furuseth Training School in the port of New York before starting his SIU career on Sea-Land vessels. Brother Diaz retired in July 1977. He was buried at St. Anthony's Cemetery in Nanuet, NY on July 21. His wife, Eduarda, survives him. RALPH J. EDWARDS Ralph J. Edwards, 37, passed away after an extended illness on August 30. A native of North Carolina, Brother Edwards worked in the steward department. He sailed from his hometown port of Jacksonville, FL and was an active member at the time of his death. His wife, Cynthia, and two children survive him. WILLIAM F. EGAN William F. Egan, 64, died on Au^st 20. The Alabama native joined the SIU in the port of Mobile in April 1944. He sailed in the engine department before retiring in July 1984. GENNARO ESPOSITO Gennaro Esposito, 61, passed away Febmary 26. The engine department veteran was bom in Naples, Italy. In 1969, he received a commendation for his action during an emergency on the Buckeye Atlantic. Brother Esposito received his full book in June 1971 in the port of New York. He upgraded during 1975 and 1984 at the Lundeberg School. His wife, Rosa, survives him. STEVEN A. FERGUS Steven A. Fergus, 36, was involved in a fatal car accident August 3. Bom in Gainesville, FL, Brother Fergus graduated from the Lundeberg School in Febmary 1973. He had upgraded in 1976, 1977 and 1978 at the school and obtained his QMED rating. He sailed primarily from the port of Jacksonville. EDDIE S. GAME Eddie S. Game, 72, died June 8 at the C.J. Harris Community Hospital in Sylva, NC. The steward department member was bom in Johnson County, NC. He joined the SIU at the port of Baltimore in December 1947. Brother Game started receiving his penision in May 1969. He was buried June 12 at the Swain Memorial Park in Bryson City, NC. JAMES GILLIAM James Gilliam, 61, passed away September 5. He served in the Army from 1945 to 1946. The Cordova, AL native acquired his SIU permit from the port of New York in September 1%3. His early career in the steward department included sailing on Isthmian Lines vessels in the mid-1960's. Brother Gilliam completed steward recertification at Piney Point in 1982. He retired in December 1985. JACK A. GOMEZ Jack A. Gomez, 61, died September 16. He was born in Slidell, LA. Brother Gomez worked in the deck department after joining the SIU in September I960 in the port of New Orleans. He started receiving his pension in October 1985. RAYMOND KADUCK Raymond Kaduck, 67, passed away July 31 at his home in Pittsburgh, PA. The Pennsylvania native served in the engine department after becoming an SIU member in April 1955 in the port of Miami. Brother Kaduck retired in November 1978. His daughter, Maria, was a 1979 recipient of the union's scholarship program. J.C. KEEL J.C. Keel, 66, died July 30 at Greenlawn Hospital in Atmore, AL. Bom Alabama, Brother Keel joined the union in May 1946 at the port of Mobile. His early career in the deck department included several years sailing on Waterman Steamship vessels. He retired in February 1974. Keel was buried August 1 at Oak Hill Cemetery in Atmore. His wife, Carolyn, survives him. '. PAUL D. KLICK Paul D. Klick, 33, passed away July 23. The Fort Worth, TX, native was a graduate of the Harry Lundeberg School in May 1975. He had upgraded at Piney Point in 1977 and 1980 to the rating of QMED. Brother Klick was an active member at the time of his death. DOMINGO LALLAVE Domingo Lallave, 68, died on July 23. Bom in Mayaguez, PR, Brother Lallave received his SIU permit in August 1944 in the port of New York. He participated in several New York area picket lines during the 1960's. Lallave mainly worked Sea-Land vessels during the 1970's. He served in all three departments during his career, before retiring as an engine member in August 1980. ARTHUR J. LENNON Arthur J. Lennon, 59, passed away September 17. He served in the Air Force from 1947 to 1954. Brother Lennon joined the SIU in his native New York during May 1970. He upgraded at the Lundeberg School in 1976. He was an active member of the engine department, when he died. JOHN LIKENES John Likenes, 70, died July 9. A native of Norway, Brother Likenes became a member of the SIU in the port of New York in September 1942. He served in the deck department. He is survived by his wife, Beatrice. JAMES MCCOY James McCoy, 74, passed away on September 26. Born in North Carolina, Brother McCoy received his book in the port of Norfolk in Febmary 1940. He retired from the steward department in January 1975., FRANCIS MCGARRY Francis McGarry, 62, died July 4. After serving m the Navy from 1943 to 1944, he joinec the SIU in his native Philadelphia in May 1946. The deck department veteran walked several picket lines in the 1960's. Brother McGarry also acquired an inland book in September 1972. He attended a bosun recertification course at Piney Point in 1975. McGarry retired iii April 1976. ROBERT MODERNO Robert Moderno, 83, passed away July 26. He joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards (before it merged with the SIU) in 1946. He began receiving his pension in February 1969. ANDREW PICKUR Andrew Pickur, 63, suffered a fatal heart attack on August 14. A native of Iselin, ^A, he became an SIU member in December 1943 in the port of Boston. Brother Pickur, a deck department member, was involved in picket duty in 1961 and 1962. He retired in June 1981. He was buried August 17 at Calvary Cemetery in Pittsburgh. His wife, Anna Marie, survives him. THOMAS G. PLUNKETT Thomas G. Plunkett, 75, passed away July 3. He received his book in his native New Orleans in December 1938. Brother Plunkett sailed in the steward department. He began receiving his pension in July 1968. He is survived by his wife, Amelia Mary. • Continued on page 18 'I �.:'. • '. : / 'T-K-; n SEAFARm LOG nnal Depaitiires , I •fS&Al. Continued from p^e 17 Ig'-: 1^; • ilil K;:." BIBIANO REBOLLEDO Bibiano Rebolledo, 83, died August 16. The Philippines native served in the Army from 1942 to 1945. He joined the SIU in March 1948 in the port of New York and worked in the steward department. Brother Rebolledo started drawing his pension in January 1971. CARLOS ROCAFORT Carlos Rocafort, 82, passed away July 24 in the Veterans Hospital in Rio 'iedras, PR. Bom in the Dominican Republic, the steward department veteran joined the SIU in May 1941 in the port of Baltimore. Brother Rocafort was buried July 26 in Hato Tejas, PR. His wifgj Celedonia Caro, survives him. JOSEPH SAVOCA Joseph Savoca, 89, died July 18. The New Orleans resident started sailing at the age of 17 on a Danish vessel. In December 1918, he signed on his first American-flag ship. He already was a deck department veteran when he joined the SIU at the New Orleans hall in April 1939. Brother Savoca participated in the "Coal Beef' of the 1950's against American Coal Shipping of Norfolk. When he retired in March 1972, he had accumulated more than 50 years of sailing time. He is survived by his wife, Katie. ^'• JACK W. SPENCER JR. Jack W. Spencer Jr., 59, passed away July 29 in Puget Sound, WA. He was employed as a cook on a Crowley tugboat. He served in the Army from 1947 to 1952. The Jefferson, TX native started his career in the Marine Cooks and Stewards in Los Angeles in June 1959. He sailed during the late 1970's with American President Lines. He was buried July. 31 at Riverside National Cemetery in California. His wife, Thelma, survives him. :• -.;• Lundeberg School. He was an active member at the time of his death. His wife, Margaret, survives him. JAMES E. VAN SANT James E. Van Sant, 64, died July 22. The Pennsylvania native became a union member in the port of New York in May 1943. He sailed in the deck department. He is survived by his wife, Elisa. MICHAEL F. VIGO Michael F. Vigo, 73, passed away July 7 at St. Joseph's Hospital in his native Tampa, FL. After serving in the Army from 1944 to 1946, he joined the SIU in April 1949 in the port of New York. He shipped primarily from the port of Tampa in the steward department. Brother Vigo retired in January 1980. He was entombed at Centro Espanol Memorial in Tampa. He is survived by a daughter, Arleen; a son, Michael Jr.; two grandsons, Bryan and Jeffrey; a great grandson, Michael Bryan and a brother, Jose. RADAMES VARGAS Radames Vargas, 47, died August 22. Bom in Ponce, PR, the deck department veteran became an SIU member in April 1969 in the port of New York. He worked on Sea-Land vessels in the 1960's and early 1970's. Brother Vargas upgraded at Piney Point in 1975. His wife, Fermina, survives him. Mani ARTHUR STRINGER Arthur Stringer, 72, died July 28. He was born in Alabama. Brother Stringer joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in the port of San Francisco in December 1958. He retired from the steward department in January 1979. WALTER ANUSZEWSKI Walter Anuszewski 82, passed away July 13 at the Harbor Hospital Center in Jaltimore. The Maryland native joined the SIU in the port of Baltimore in December 1956. He used the name of Walter Anderson while he sailed, but never adopted the name formally. Boatman Anuszewski worked in the deck department with the Baltimore Towing and Lighterage Company. He retired in January 1968. He was buried at the Garrison Forest Cemetery in Maryland. JOHN SUTHERLAND John Sutherland, 54, passed away August 18. The deck department member was born in Milford, MA. He joined the SIU in September 1960 in the port of New York. Brother Sutherland upgraded in 1985 at the CHARLES H. BROWN Charles H. Brown, 63, died July 1 at the Veterans Administration Medical Center in Gainesville, FL. Born in Boston, he served in the Navy from 1943 to 1947 and 1951 to 1968. Boatman Brown joined the SIU in the • OV, V •• port of Philadelphia in September 1972. Some of his deck department jobs included working with Interstate Oil Transportation and Mariner Towing. Brown retired in June 1988. He is survived by his wife, Ada. LEONARD H. DITOMO Leonard H. DiTomo, 69, passed away on August 2. He joined the union in his native Philadelphia in April 1966. Boatman DiTomo sailed in the deck department. He retired in December 1984 and is survived by his wife, Pauline Mary. JAMES W. DONOHUE James W. Donohue, 73, died August 4. A native of Philadelphia, Boatman Donohue received his book in January 1964 at his hometown hall, He sailed in the steward department. His wife, Marian, survives him. MICHAEL J. DUFFY Michael J. Duffy, 27, suffered a fatal heart attack on August 11. The Brooklyn native graduated from Harry Lundeberg School class 338 in 1981. He worked in the deck department and sailed from the port of Jacksonville. Surviving him are two brothers, Owen and Stephen, who are SIU members. JOE T. EDER Joe T. Eder, 81, passed away on July 7. Boni in Texas, Boatman Eder worked with Gbff Towing in Houston. He retired from the SIU in June 1973. His wife, Millie, survives him. BEN E. EDGE Ben E. Edge^ 74, died June 6. The North Carolina native served in the Army from 1940 to 1945. He sailed in the engine department after joining the SIU in the port of Norfolk in October 1962. Boatman Edge worked for Cape Fear Towing. He retired in April 1980. He is survived by his wife, Dorothy Lee. EDWARD GETZ Edward Getz, 65, passed away June 29. After serving in the Navy from 1941 to 1961, Boatman Getz joined the SIU in February 1972. He shipped in the engine department for Gulf Atlantic Towing and North American Towing companies. Geitz upgraded at Piney Point in 1984. He retired in March 1986. His wife, Ann Mary, survives him. WENDELL A. MILES Wendell A. Miles, 54, drowned July 21 when he fell from a ladder on ; a barge in the Elizabeth River, VA. Born in Mathews, VA, he served in the Army form 1957 to 1959. Boatman Miles received his SIU book in October 1961 , when the union organized Southern Carriers Corporation. He worked as a tug captain for Allied Towing and Steuart Transportation, with whom he was employed at the time of his death. Miles upgraded at the Lundeberg School in 1973. His wife, Jeanne, survives . him. FRANK W. ROBINSON Frank W. Robinson, 63, died July 29 at his Tampa, FL home. The Gloucester, klA native originally joined the Atlantic Fishermen's Union, an SIU affiliate. When the AFU merged with the union's Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District, Brother Robinson remained an active member. He sailed in the deck department for Interstate Oil Transport apd M^ner Towing. He began collecting his pension in October 1977. He is survived by his wife, Maijorie. WILLIAM V. WARD WiUiamV. Ward, 70, passed away August 18 at Craven Regional Medical ZJenter in New Bern, NC. Bora in Manteo, NC, Boatman Ward served in the Air Force from 1938 to 1959. He joined the SIU in November 1971 in the port of Baltimore. Ward sailed in the deck department for Curtis Bay Towing and Steuart Transportation before retiring in March 1981. He was ' buried in the New Bern National Cemetery. His wife, Annie Mae, survives him. Gnat Lakes JAMES LEARY James Leary, 81, died July 24. Bom in North Carolina, Boatman Leary acquired his SIU book in June 1961 in the port of Philadelphia. He was a deck department member at Interstate Oil Transport. He began to receive his pension in November 1968. He is survived by his wife. Hazel. MICHAEL A. GILMORE Michael A. Gilmore, 30, passed away September 12. He was born in Alpena, MI. Brother Gilmore became an SIU book member in February of this year at the port of Algonac. He was active in the engine department at the time of his death. JAMES P. HOFFMAN James P. Hoffman, 66, died July 10. The Buffalo, NY, native served in the Army from 1943 to 1945. He joined the union in June 1973 in the port of Duluth. Brother Hoffman worked in the engine department. He upgraded at the Lundeberg School in 1981. JACOB IVEY Jacob Ivey, 66, passed away August 16. He served in the. Marines from 1943 to 1946 before joining the SIU in the port of Detroit in November 1967. The Tennessee native sailed in the deck department. ROYF. LUMBERG Roy F. Lumberg, 75, died on September 24. Brother Lumberg, who was born in Wisconsin, served in the Marines from 1944 to 1946. He became an SlU member in February 1960 in the port of Duluth. He is survived by his wife, Dorothea. JESSE F. MACLEOD Jesse F. MacLeod, 56, passed away August 12. The Nova Scotia native served in the f>lavy from 1955 to 1957. He worked in the deck department after joining the SIU in October 1960 in the port of Detroit. His wife, Anne, survives him. Railnad tdarine •J','?. THOMAS G. BLAYLOCK Thomas G. Blaylock, 88, passed away July 9. The Virginia native was a tug captain with the Pennsylvania Railroad when he joined the SIU in the port of Norfolk in July 1960. He retired in February 1966. His wife, Ethel, survives. HENRY G. BRAUNWALD Henry G. Braunwald, 89, died August 16 at the B.S. Pollak Hospital in his native Jersey City, NJ. He served in the Army from 1942 to 1944. Brother Braunwald sailed as a mate with the Pennsylvania Railroad when he became an SIU member in July 1960 in the port of New York. He retired in February 1965. He was buried in the Bayview Cemetery in Jersey City. THOMAS LYMAN Thomas Lyman, 87, passed away August 19. Bora in Jersey City, NJ, Brother Lyman shipped as a deckhand for the Pennsylvania Railroad. He joined the SIU in June 1960 in the port of New York. �• - -if- - mm OaOBiR, 1989 by all three departments. Crew asked about getting washing ma­ chine repaired and ins(alling new ship antenna. lie feHemn§ d^ admiles me jest e semf^Wlke Mwqr am^eg tepern ilm m i^^ frern m sl^s memii fhe werii, f -«i 11^ jiiN!«i« m M |£Ms iggeMag eUiiliM eir UUmCM CORMOUm (Pacific Gulf Marine), August 26 — Chairman Vernon W. Huelett, Secretary Mar­ vin St. George, Engine Delegate Mi­ chael Nickerson. Chairman reported washing machine fixed, but no mail received. Educational director aiinounced continuing problem with movies not being rewound after usage. Treasurer said $75 in ship's fund. Steward department thanked for keeping ship clean and providing excellent food. Suggestion made that union provide more contractual in­ formation to members before they work for Pacific Gulf Marine. CRROUMR (Puerto Rico Marine), Au­ gust 20 — Chairman David New­ man, Secretary Rafael Maldonado, Educational Chairman Walter Ste­ vens, Steward Delegate Jack Hart. Chairman reminded members to sep­ arate plastics from rest of trash and to keep two waste baskets in each room. Deck delegate reported some disputed OT. Engine and steward delegates reported no beefs. Ques­ tion raised for boarding patrolman: Does new penalty rate apply to PRMMI ships? Crew thanked for keeping pantry and messroom clean. Steward department thanked for job well done. fJUiirCIS HURMiR (Ocean Shipholding), August 28 — Chairman Richard Parrish. Secretary JoAnne B. Knight, Deck Delegate Richard Wilson, En­ gine Delegate George Demetropoulos. Steward Delegate Hasan Rah- man. Chairman asked crew to study contract to find out if paid vacation is 14 or 15 days. Educational direc­ tor discussed opportunities at the Lundeberg school. A total of $15 in ship's treasury. Crew asked com­ pany to supply new refrigerator and ice machine, coaxial cable and an­ tenna wires for crew's rooms and small electric typewriter for steward department. Steward department thanked for work. Crew happy to be on voyage which is part of an en­ hanced Soviet-U.S. relationship. IHGiR (Sealift Bulkers Inc.), August 5 — Chairman S. Jawdora, Secretary J. P. Miller, Engine Delegate W. E. Marino. Chairman reported every­ thing going very smoothly with no beefs. He noted 100 percent im­ provement in meals. He reported toilet bowl for steward's bathroom had not arrived. Secretary recorded vote of thanks to whole crew for working with steward department to keep vessel clean. Steward depart­ ment thanked for fine meals and service. Special vote, of thanks given to GSU C. Mederios who will be getting off in Hawaii. JUUUS HMMMa (Ocean Shipholding), August 13 — (Chairman Ray Harlow, Secretary R. Hicks, Educational Di­ rector Patrick McNamara, Engine Delegate Hugh Woods. Chairman asked master about providing stereo for mess hall, renting new movies and piping in VCR to crew's rooms. No beefs or disputed OT reported JUUUS HMUm (Ocean Shipholding), August 27 — Chairman Ray Harlow, Secretary R. Hicks, Educational Di­ rector Patrick McNamara, Engine Delegate Hugh Woods. No depart­ ment delegates reported any beefs or disputed OT. Ship received telex ad­ vising crew Paul Hall's birthday was paid holiday. Announcement made stating no plastic bags should be used in trash cans and crew should use paper bags in rooms. Company will look into getting new washer and dryer as well as new ice ma­ chine. Um IfO (Energy Transportation Corp.), August 20 — Chairman F. Pehler, Secretary H. Jones Jr., Edu­ cational Director Thomas Curtis, Deck Delegate George Holland, En­ gine Delegate David Terry Jr., Stew­ ard Delegate Jill Prescott. Chairman reported large crew change. He re­ minded members about the Coast Guard preemployment drug screen. Educational Director spoke about upgrading at Piney Point in order to improve wages. Treasurer reported $285 in ship's fund and $40 in SIU communication fiind. No smoking allowed during meal hours in mess hall. Crew instructed to be attired properly for meals. Vote of thanks given to steward department and es­ pecially chief cook Jill Prescott. Next port: Nagoya, Japan. MIUUOYD HUDSON (Sea-Land Service), August 27 — Chairman Ervin L. Bronstein, Secretary Charles Miles, Educational Director Mikal Overgaard. Deck Delegate Irvin Glass, Engine Delegate Pedro Santiago. Chairman reminded members of four percent pay raise and to be aware of the drug problem. He urged mem­ bers to stick together to keep union strong and to upgrade their skills at Piney Point. Treasurer reported pur­ chase of four new movies. Deck del­ egate noted some disputed OT which would be raised with patrol- man during payoff in Houston. No other department reported beefs or disputed OT. Crew passed motion that pension fund be raised and bet­ ter optical and dental insurance be provided. Crewmembers would like better quality movies sent to ship. VCR needs cleaning. Crew reminded to dispose of all plastics according to new laws regulating garbage dis­ posal on marine vessels. Crew noted its displeasure that company uses la­ bor from port of Rotterdam for deck maintenance, painting and chipping instead of offering OT to deck de­ partment. Next ports: Charleston, SC and Port Everglades, PL. SiR-UHD ACHieWR (Sea-Land Service), August 6 — Chairman Norberto Prats, Secretary Louis Pion, Educa­ tional Director A. Mercado. No beefs or disputed OT reported. AB on watch reminded not to leave gangway to open hatch for long­ shoremen. Gangway watch asked to check people on and off and to check baggage. Steward departmeint given vote of thanks. 1 SIR-UND aUUlMOlR (Sea-Land Serv­ ice), August 14 — Chairman Roy L. Williams, Secretary George W. Gib­ bons, Educational Director Paul M. Westbrook. Chairman said vessel due in shipyard very soon. He noted many repairs needed, but ship look­ ing better. Chairman and secretary announced ship's silverware is miss­ ing. Secretary said ship would pay­ off August 16. No beefs or disputed OT reported by any department. Crew informed that all room door locks have been changed and new furniture will be brought on board for recreation room. Crew thanked for keeping ship clean. Next port: EUzabeth, NJ. SSR-UND CORUUmiNT (Sea-Land Serv­ ice), August 20 — Chairman Leon Jekot, Secretary Gerald Sinkes, Ed­ ucational Director Eric Bain. Chair­ man told crew ship would pay off on August 21. Educational director re­ minded members to upgrade at Pi­ ney Point. No beefs or disputed OT Continued on p^e 20 'l-'y. 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 Account­ ants every year, which is to be submitted to the membership by the Secretary-Treasurer. A yearly finance committee of rank and file members, elected by the membership, makes examination each year of'the finances of the Union and reports fully their findings and recommendations. Members of this committee may make dissenting reports, specific recommendations and separate find­ ings. . .^ ', "•c - C 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 agree­ ments. All these agreements specify that the trustees in charge of these funds shall equally consist of Union and management represen­ tatives 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. ^ ''l'/ '•• '. '•-^'•'"j," SHIPPiNG RIGHTS. Your shipping rights and seniority 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 receipt requested. The proper address for this is: Angus "Red" Campbell Chairman, Seafarers Appeals Board 5201 Auth Way 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 available 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 patrolman or other Union official, in your opinion, fails to protect your contract rights properly, contact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY—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 September, 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, rate individual to cai^ out this responsibility. I PAYMENT 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 circumstances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any 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 head­ quarters. CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLI­ GATIONS. 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 attempting 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 no­ tify headquarters. , SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DONATION—SPAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fund. Its proceeds are used to further its objects and purposes including, but not limited to, furthering the political, social and economic interests of maritime workers, the preservation and furthering of the American Merchant Marine with im­ proved employment opportunities for sea­ men and boatmen and the advancement of trade union concepts. In connection with such objects. SPAD supports and contrib­ utes to political candidates for elective office. All contributions are voluntary. No contri­ bution may be solicited or received because of force, job discrimination, financial re­ prisal, or threat of such conduct, or as a condition 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 re­ fund, if involuntary. Support SPAD to pro­ tect and further your economic, political and social interests, and American trade union concepts. EQUAL RIGHTS. All members are guar­ anteed 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. Cqnsequently, no mem­ ber may be discriminated against because of race, creed, color, sex and national or geo­ graphic origin. If any member feels that he is denied the equal rights to which he is entitled, he should notify Union headquar­ ters. tf at any time a member feek that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he has been denied his constitutional right of access to Union records or information, he should immediately notify SIU President Mi­ chael Saccoat Headquarters by certified mail, return receipt requested. The address k 5201 Auth Wayand Britannia Way, Prince Georges County, Camp Springs, Md. 20746. .? 1. 'I II Vt yB' �ii'iiiriiiitatiiii ? • ;V.spg;|i!^pS5 <- :•.• Yc*.i,-:.-i-.-. sBffuimm SUMMARY ANNUAL REPORT SEAFARERS WELFARE PLAN 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, Maryland 20746 I-;--; '10% k'S ir y ky-:' y:'-" ty- y h:- (L'.J I : ''•• 't.'yy f) •'i- f>"._'"^- (301)899-0675 This is a summary of the annual report of the Seafarers Welfare Fund BIN 13-5557534 for the year ended December 31, 1988. The annual report has been filed with the Internal Revenue Service, as required under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA). The Trust has committed itself to pay claims incurred under the terms of the plan. BASIC FINANCIAL STATEMENT The value of plan assets, after subtracting liabilities of the plan was a deficit of $(26,619,251) as of December 31, 1988 compared to $(21,215,323) as of January 1, 1988. During the plan year the plan experienced a decrease in its net assets of $5,403,928. This decrease included unrealized appreciation and depreciation in the value of plan assets; that is, the difference between the value of the plan's assets at the end of the year and the value of the assets at the beginning of the year or the cost of assets acquired during the year. During the plan year, the plan had total income of $27,619,704 including employer contributions of $27,281,912, miscellaneous in­ come of $5,112, gains from the sale of assets of $121, and earnings from investments of $332,559. Plan expenses were $33,023,632. These expenses included $3,329,347 in administrative expenses, $9,000 in interest expenses and $29,685,285 in benefits paid to partic­ ipants and beneficiaries. YOUR RIGHTS TO ADDITIONAL INFORMATION You have the right to receive a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof, on request. The items listed below are included in that report: 1. An Accountant's report 2. Assets held for investment. To obtain a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof, write or call the office of Mr. Leo Bonser, who is the Plan Administrator, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746, (301)899-0675. The charge to cover copying costs will be $1.60 for the full annual report, or 10 per page for any part thereof. You also HaVe the right to receive from the plan administrator, on ^ request and at no charge, a statement of the assets and liabilities of ? the plan and accompanying notes, or a statement of income and , expenses for the plan and accompanying notes, or both. If you request a copy of the full annual report from the plan administrator, these two statements and accompanying notes will be included as part of that report. The charge to cover copying costs given above does not include a charge for the copying of these portions of the report because these portions are furnished without charge. You also have the legally protected right to examine the annual report at the main office of the plan located at 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746 and at the U.S. Department of Labor in Washington, D.C., or to obtain a copy from the U.S. Department of Labor upon payment of copying costs. Requests to the Department should be addressed to: Public Disclosure Room, N4677, Pension and Welfare Benefit Programs, U.S. Department of Labor, 200 Constitution Ave­ nue, N.W., Washington, D. C. 20216. Oil Spill Class latludes SImulatlott Continued from page 9 % ."':• -••;'•• y'y.,' the several upgraders work to­ gether to handle to the last detail a massive spill. The group must explain each step specifically, in­ cluding the phone numbers of the agencies and oil disposal compa­ nies contacted. The final day is devoted to a simulated spill itself. For the first class, the Lundeberg School used St. George's Creek as the demonstration site. After Shaffer appraised the up­ graders of the situation surround­ ing the spill, the students worked together using skiffs, booms, mops and other materials to surround and collect the "oil," which was actually .a nOn-toxic, cotton-based, biodegradable product which acts like oil when it hits water. Shaffer was very enthusiastic about the course and his students. 'L-'' •_ ifljiiiniOT Politics is Porkchops Contribute to SPAD NOTICE TO SiU GOVERNMENT SERVICE DIVISION MEMBERS The Seafarers LOG would like to hear from SIU members In the government services division. Please send the LOG material: articles, letters, drawings, photos, etc. Please identify individuals in photos from left to right with name and rating. Mail all information directly to the Seafarers LOG; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, Maryland 20746. Continued from page 19 reported by departmental delegates. Crew suggested increases for quali­ fied pensioners and upgrading of op­ tical and dental benefits. Next port: Houston. delegates reported no beefs or dis­ puted OT. Crewmembers advised to keep recreation and laundry rooms clean. Steward department received vote of thanks. Next ports: Boston, MA and Elizabeth, NJ. Sfil-lillVD O/SCOray (Sea-Land Serv­ ice), August 25 — Chairman Harry. Fisher, Secretary Jose R. Colls, Ed­ ucational Director R. Miller, Deck Delegate Raul Rivera, Engine Dele­ gate R. Grace, Steward Delegate J. R. Salazar. Chairman announced vessel payoff upon arrival at Eliza­ beth, NJ. He will ask patrolman about getting new furniture and tele­ vision set for recreation room. Sec­ retary will talk with port steward about quality of sPme of the beef on board vessel. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Steward visited crewmember in New Orleans hospital who was injured while working on the lines. Next ports: Elizabeth, NJ and San Juan, PR. Sa-UHD KODiAK (Sea-Land Service), August 26 — Chairman John Glenn, Secretary Melvin Morgan, Educa­ tional Director Sam Hacker, Engine Delegate Carl Castanga, Steward Delegate Ralph Alexander. Chair­ man reported vessel would payoff in Tacoma on next trip. Secretary noted $100 spent on new movies. He reported disputed OT concerning sanitation. No beefs or disputed OT listed by engine and steward dele­ gates. Ship's television antenna needs repair. Crew reminded not to overfill garbage bags in order to keep them from bursting. SK-MWDTWiFffffllSf (Sea-Land Serv­ ice), August 13 — Chairman Robert S. Wilson, Secretary Ray C. Agbulos. Educational Director M. Bang, Deck Department Lloyd Lawrence, Engine Delegate J. Collins, Steward Delegate Jim Saxton. Chairman re­ minded members to practice safety on deck at all times. He also advised crew to take advantage of courses offered by the Lundeberg School. Secretary reported ship had good crew and good trip. No disputed OT or beefs listed. Crewmembers stated ship needs more movies. Next ports: Long Beach, CA, and Oakland, CA. SSA-IAHO EXPEDmOH (Sea-Land Serv­ ice), August 7 — Chairman Marvin Zimbro, Secretary C. Moseley, Edu­ cational Director A. Quinn. Depart­ mental delegates reported no beefs or disputed OT. Crewmembers questioned whether all officers should have keys to crew lounge and mess. Steward department thanked for job well done. Next port: Elizabeth, NJ. SEA-IAIVD GAiMFSTDN Mr (Sea-Land Service), August 20 — Chairman Paul Butterworth, Secretary Terry Smith, Educational Director G. Payne, Deck Delegate Michael Hasson. Engine Delegate Daniel John­ son, Steward Delegate Francisco Monsibais. Chairman announced vessel payoff scheduled on August 28. Treasurer said $200 in movie fund. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported by departmental delegates. More milk requested because on previous voyages milk supply de­ pleted before end of trip. Crew asked to keep recreation room clean and to check with company officials in order-to get rooms sougeed every six months. Captain sent his appre­ ciation to those on gangway watch for way they have handled visitors log. Next ports: Charleston, SC and Port Everglades, FL. Sfil-14N0 mW/UI (Sea-Land Service), August 15 — Chairman J. San Filippo. Secretary S. Amper, Educa- . tional Director D. Gordius. No dis­ puted OT or beefs reported. Steward department thanked for good prepa­ ration of food throughout trip. Next ports: Long Beach, CA, and Oak­ land, CA. Sa-IAND IMmmr (Sea-Land Serv­ ice), August 6 — Chairman E. Wal­ lace, Secretary P. Laboy. Chainnan reminded members about cost of liv­ ing raise. Secretary urged members not to forget SPAD. Departmental SCA-IAND PACIFIC (Sea-Land Service), August 20 — Chairman K. C. MacGregor, Secretary O. Cody, Ecucation^ii,Director S. Bigelow, Deck Delegate Larry Lee, Engine Dele­ gate Winston Gardner, Steward Del­ egate Bob Racklin. Chairman an­ nounced some disputed OT concerning steward assistant's time because dishwasher broken. Deck department thanked for job well done. Chairman noted several mov­ ies purchased in Taiwan. Secretary said detergent used in galley irritates skin andi change in products should take place when ship arrives at port. Educational director reminded mem­ bers ship has tapes on first aid, water survival and other safety re­ lated messages. Bosun and electri­ cian will ask patrolman at payoff if ; they have a day off coming wfieq , , vessel is in Long Beach. All crew members thanked for job well done. Next ports: Long Beach, CA and Oakland, CA. SFA-IAHD VAlUF (Sea-Land Service), August 13 — (Chairman George Burke, Secretary J. Gonzalez. No beefs or disputed OT listed. Steward recommended all garbage be taken to main deck fantail as worms have been found on deck after several days on coast. Steward department thanked for job well done. Next port: Elizabeth, NJ. ULTRAMAR (American Transport), Au­ gust 13 — Chairman G. Corelli, Sec­ retary O. Johnson, Educational Di­ rector D. Dobbs. Chairman announced vessel would pay off on August 18. Educational director urged members to donate to SPAD. Deck and steward delegates reported disputed OT. Engine delegate said no beefs or disputed OT in his de­ partment. Next port: New York, NY. USHS DUTTON (Lavino Steamship Co.), August 13 — Chairman J. Focardi, Educational Director Paula Plaisance. Chairman noted ship is being decommissioned on September 14. Treasurer announced $433 in ship's fund. Engine delegate noted day workers should receive penalty pay for working weekends while routine sanitary work should be done week­ days. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported by deck and steward depart­ ments. Crew voted to have party in Barbados. While it is the policy of the Sea­ farers LOG to print as many di­ gests of ship's minutes as possible, occasionally, due to space limita­ tions, some will he omitted. •• ;!• 3 •.Tci;?,,. ' yy' H . iiiij �mm m}^mm flSI" OaOBeH, 1989 Dispatchers' Report for Great Lakes CL—Company/Lakes SEPT. 1-30, 1989 L—Lakes NP—Non Priority •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP TOTAL SHIPPED **REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP Class CL Class L Class NP DECK DEPARTMENT Port ENGINE DEPARTMENT 'W-i STEWARD DEPARTMENT ENTRY DEPARTMENT Port 1 0 35 Totals All Departments 0 79 48 0 48 26 0 76 61 *"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. Dlepetchere' Report for lidend Wetere SEPTEMBER 1-30, 1989 •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Port m0:: 'T- TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT 5^ 0 - I m8 ill Norfolk Mobile New Orleans 0 0 0 m t. A •;. '^ JTg jC 1: A 0 1 fe ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C 70 0 0 0 •' - 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 54 67 0 0 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 0 i;'i: o-'i-'::: 0 1 d UofM DfrwfMx Michaei Sacco, President Sacco, Executive Vice President ioe DiGlorgio, Secretary-Treasurer Angm "Red" Campiidl, Vice President of Contrdct^ X' i Jadk Calfi^, Vice President 1 Thomas GIMewell, Vice PrvsidertI George McCartney, Vice President lohnWay^ Vice President : Rpy A Nfereer, JWw President A i StewEdn^, Vice President HEADQUARTERS 5201 Auth Way Si Springs, MD 20746 AV ; (301)89^^ at 'X;?^A:::::;^ALGQNAC V 520 St , Clair River Dn Algonac, Mi 480QI (313)794-4988 BALTIMORE 1216 B. Baltimdre St. Baltimore, MD 21202 (301) 327-4900 DULUTH 705 Medical Arts Buildings t''' • 55802 )2 .A Duluth, MN (218) 722-4110 T HONOLULU 636 Cooke St. .,, Honolulu. HI 968131 (808) 523-5434 , 'Mis HOUSTON 1221 Pierce St. Houston, TX 77O02 I't " (713) 659-5152 JACKSONVILLE :• 3315 Liberty St. Jacksonville, FL 32206 (904) 353-0987 JERSEY CITY » ' 99 Montgomery St. 1 Jersey City, NJ 07302 (201) 435-9424 MOBILE i'A t, 1640 Dauphin Island PkW3|^ Mobile, AL 36605 4 (205) 478-0916 v-v •' '• , l^W ' 50 Union St. £ > New Bedford, MA 02740 (508)997-5404 NEW; ORLEANS 630 Jackson Ave. New Orleans! LA 70130 (504)529-7546 v : NEW YORK675 Fourth Ave! Brooklyn, NY 11232 (718)499-6600 NORFOLK • • 115 Third St. . Norfolk, VA 23510 A (804)622-1892 PHILADELPHIA >. i:#? t Js-S' •f :? =1 • ^ 1 Seattle Puerto Rico Houston Wih^ Inhum^mal ft --,'.4 Norfolk MobUe New Oiieans JfJ\A C A G>t , Totals Port witm^ Idphm Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans ^faicksimi^ San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Houston STEWARD DEPARTMENT 0 ' 0 ' "t 0 0 . t ^ ^ 11 0 0 1 0 0 ; U p «2 .-'A.''?« ' '.r-. 0 ^ 1 0 0 Totals All Departments 89 28 23 54 5 49 191 91 87 •"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. Philadelphia, PA 19148 (215)336-3818 PINEY POINT St. Mary's Cotinty Piney Point, MD 20674 (301) 994-0010 SAN FRANCISCO 350 Fremont St. San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 543-5855 Government Services Division (415) 861-3400 SANTURCE 1057 Fernandez J uncos St. Stop 16 Santurce, PR 00907 (809) 725-6960 SEATTLE 2505 First Ave. Seattle, WA 98121 (206)441-1960 ST. LOUIS 4581 Gravois Ave. St, Louis, MO 63116 (314)752-6500 WILMINGTON 510 N. Broad Ave. Wilmington. CA 90744 (213) 549-4000 ... ¥• 4 VM. t) SEAFARERS WELFARE PLAN l-(800)-CLAIMS-4 l-(800)-252-4674 •'"- A. ' I; �^^ Nfi niiiui||||l»^ ~ — J- ^ -T'» -=•;. •.'• •• suaiasios 1990 LUNDEBERG SCHOOL UPGRADING CLASS SCHEDULE wm. Ingine Upgnding Courses Course QMED—Any Rating Fu^man/Watertender and Oiler Pllil Pumproom Maintenance & Operations Marine Electrical Maintenance Electro-Hydraulics Variable Speed D.C. Drives Marine Electronics Technician An aerial view of the union's Lundeberg School training facilities. Upgrading at the union's Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship can mean increased pay and en­ hanced job skills for a seafarer. To afford SIU members an op­ portunity to plan for 1990, the Lundeberg School has prepared a schedule of courses offered through the upcoming year. Any union member interested in attending a 1990 course listed in the following schedule may use the form on page 23 to obtain further information. Send the form to the Lundeberg School; Piney Point, Maryland 20674. Every upgrader attending the Lundeberg School courses will be required to take a firefighting class. Diesel Engine Technology Refrigeration Maint. & Operations Advanced Refrigerated Containers Hydraufics Welding Automation Check-In Date February 19 June 11 September 17 January 8 March 19 June 11 August 20 October 29 March 5 August 20 January 8 May 14 March 19 July 23 January 8 April 16 July 23 January 8 May 14 October 1 November 12 January 8 February 5 November 12 Completion Date May 11 August 31 December 7 February 16 April 27 July 20 September 28 D^ember 7 April 13 September 28 March 2 July 5 April 27 August 31 March 30 July 6 October 12 February 2 June 8 November 9 December 7 February 2 March 2 December 7 ' t All students in the Engine Department will have a two week Sealift Familiarization class at the end of their regular course, • -r'-v-. Deck Upgnding Counes . The Adult Education courses of Adult Basic Education (ABE), High School Equivalency (GED) and English As A Second Language (ESL) are six weeks in length. Check-In Completion Course Date Date February 10 January 8 High School Equivalency (GED) April 14 March 5 June 9 April 30 September 8 July 30 December 8 October 29 February 9 January 8 Adult Basic Education (ABE) March 5 April 13 April 30 June 8 July 30 September 7 Dumber 7 Octoher 29 February 9 January 8 English as a Second Language (ESL) March 23 Fehruary 12 June 8 April 30 July 30 September 7 September 10 October 19 December 7 O^her 29 The Developmental Studies Class (DVS) will be offered one week prior to some of the upgrading classes. The course includes study skills, technical reading, math skills and test taking skills. Developmental Studies March 12 March 16 June 4 June 8 July 16 July 20 September 10 September 14 The ABE/EST Lifeboat Preparation Course is a three week class that offers an introduction to Lifeboat. It is designed to help seafarers prepare themselves for the regular Lifeboat course which is scheduled immediately after this course. This class will benefit those seafarers who have difficulty reading, seafarers whose first language is not English and seafarers who have been out of school for a long time. ABE/ESL Lifeboat Preparation Course January 8 January 19 January 29 February 16 April 23 May 11 June 18 July 6 August 13 August 31 October 8 October 16 Slewerd Uuggudlag Ceunes Course Cbeck-ln Date Asstetant Cook, Cook and Baker Chief Cook, Chief Steward All open-ended (contact admissions office for starting date) Completion Date All students in the Steward Program will have a two week Sealift Famil­ iarization class at the end of their regular course. Course Steward Recertification Bosun Recertification ' Cbeck-ln Date January 29 May 28 March 26 September 24 .V. 1990 AduD UucoHon Schedule Cbeck-ln Completion Course Date Date Able Seaman February 5 March 16 Aprii 2 May 11 May 28 July 6 July 23 August 31 September 17 October 26 . • ' fi;- • ' November 12 December 21 •, Lifeboatman . January 22 February 2 February 19 March 2 fv,:' March 19 March 30 ^ AprU 16 April 27 May 14 May 25 June 11 June 22 July 9 July 20 August 6 August 17 September 3 September 14 October 1 October 12 V-'" October 29 November 9 November 26 December? December 24 January 4 February 2 Simulator Sbipbandling January 22 March 5 March 16 April 16 April 27 June 4 June 15 August 6 August 17 ' " October 1 October 12 • • ;• ? •' November 30 November 19 April 9 1 AprU 13 Radar Certification May 4 April 30 August 13 August 17 October 5 October 1 November 19 November 23 August 10 Limited Mate June 11 November 16 September 17 May 11 Third Mate January 29 Celestial Navigation May 7 ' June 8 AprU 27 April 16 Tankerman August 17 August 6 November 26 December 7 Upon completion the Sealift Operations course must be taken. RecertHkcdieu Pregnm '»• - • • ' --•-I"' ' ^ outcome February 19 February 23 March 19 March 23 April 30 May 4 Mayl4 May 18 July 9 July 13 July 23 July 27 September 3 September 7 October 1 October 5 October 29 November 2 December 10 December 14 Upon completion the Sealift Operations course must be taken. Oil Spill Prevention & Containment (1 week) ComirietkHi Date March 5 July 2 May 7 November 5 SWISS Cfibf» hognm Sdniuh fur 1990 FULL 8-week Sessions January 8 through March 2 March 19 through May 11 28 through July 20 August 6 through September 28 October 15 through December 7 • ,r[ �23 OaOBER, 1989 1989 UPGRADING Oil Spill Course Oil Spill Prevention COURSE SCHEDULE December II December 15 engine Upgrading Courses Programs Geared te Improve Job Skills and Premete the American Maritime Industry Check-In Completion Date Date October 30 December 8 November 6 December 15 December 15 November 20 All students in the Engine Department will have two weeks of Sealift Familiarization at the end of their regular course. Course Fireman/Watertender and Oiler Electro-Hydraulics Diesel Engine Technology November-December The foilowing is the current course schedule for November—December 1989 at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. The course schedule may change to reflect the membership's and industry's needs. PLEASE NOTE: All members are required to take firefighting when attending SHLSS. Self Studf Course SHLSS has self-study materials in many areas. Upon request, the Lundeberg School will send materials to study during spare time. Deck Upgnding Courses Check-In Completion Date Date October 30 December 8 Open-ended, 3 days (Contact Admissions for starting date) Radar Certification (follows Limited License course) November 13 November 17 Lifeboat November 13 November 24 December 11 December 22 LNG—Self-Study (This course is not offered as a separate course, but may be taken while attend­ ing any of the regularly scheduled courses.) Simulator Shiphandling October 23 November 3 December 4 December 15 Upon completion of course, the Sealift Operations & Maintenance course must be taken. Course Abie Seaman Radar Refresher/Renewal Please send the materials checked below: MATH Fractions • ENGLISH: Writing Skills Decimals Grammar Books • Percents Writing Business Letters • Algebra • STUDY SKILLS Geometry • Listening Skills Trigonometry • How To Improve Your Memory (Plane) • How To Use Textbooks (Spherical) • Study Habits Test Anxiety SOCIAL STUDIES Test Taking Tactics Geography • Stress Management U.S. History • Notetaking Know-How Economics • COMMUNICATIONS SKILLS 1989 MduD iducuHea Schedule Name Street CityState Book No. Social Security No. Department Sailing In Cut out this coupon and mail to: Adult Education Department Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship Piney Point, Maryland 20674 Check-In Completion Course Date Date The Adult Education Courses for 1989 will be six weeks in length. High School Equivalency (GED) October 30 December II Adult Basic Education (ABAE) October 30 December 9 English as a Second Language (ESL) October 30 December 9 The Developmental Studies Class (DVS) will be offered one week prior to some of the upgrading classes. • Yes (First) Address(City) Seniority. No • Telephone- (Area Code) VESSEL RATING HELD DATE OF DISCHARGE DATE SHIPPED Book #DepartmenL • No U.S. Citizen: • Yes • No Home Port Are you a graduate of the SHLSS Trainee Program: • Yes •No (If yes, fill in below) to (dates attended) Have you attended any SHLSS Upgrading Courses: • Yes •No (if yes, fill in below) DATE- SIGNATURE- 1 Am inlcrcstcd in (he Following Course(s) Checked Below or Indicated Here if Not Listed Endorsement(s) or License(s) Now Held. Course(s) Taken. CPR: • Yes With this application COPIES of your discharges must be submitted showing sufficient time to qualify yourself for the course(s) requested. You must also submit a COPY .of the first page of your union book indicating your department and seniority, as well as. a COPY of your clinic card. The Admissions Office WILL NOT schedule until this is received. • Yes Last grade of school completed. No^ Primary Language Spoken. Mo./Day/Year Veteran of U.S. Armed Forces: Trainee Program: Front- Zip Date of Birth- Deep Sea Member • Lakes Member • Inland Waters Member • Pacific • If the following information is not filled out completely your applica­ tion will not be processed. Social Security #_ • Date Available for training (Middle) (Zip Code)' D • '.i--' (Slrcei) (Stale) • • • • • • •. • No • Firefighting: • Yes Upgrading Application (Last) • Do you hold the U.S. Coast Guard Life Boatman Endorsement; SEAFARERS HARRY LUNDEBERG SCHOOL OF SEAMANSHIP Name- • !'• DECK • • • • • AB/Sealift 1st Class Pilot Third Mate Radar Observer Unlimited Master Inspected Towing Vessel • Towboat Operator Inland • Celestial Navigation • Simulator Course ENGINE • FOWT • QMED—Any Rating • Variable Speed DC Drive Systems (Marine Electronics) • Marine Electrical Maintenance • Pumproom Maintenance & Operation • Refrigeration Systems Maintenance & Operation • Diesel Engine Technology • Assistant Engineer/Chief Engineer Motor Vessel O Original .Ird Engineer Steam or Motor • Refrigerated Containers Advanced Maintenance • Electro-Hydraulic Systems • Automation • Hydraulics • Marine Electronics Technician STEWARD • Assistant Cook Utility Q Cook and Baker • Chief Cook • Chief Steward • Towboat Inland Cook AI.L DEPARTMENTS • Welding • Lifeboatman (Must be taken with another course) ADULT EDUCATION DEPARTMI;NT • Adult Basic liducation tABIO • High School Equivalency Program (GliD) • Developmental Studies tDVS) • l-nglish as a .Second Language tliSl.) • AHE/ESI. Lifeboat Preparation COLLI;GF; PROGRAM r~] Associates in Arts Degree • Certificate Programs No transportation will be paid unless you present original receipts and successfully complete the course. RETURN C0MPLETI;D APPLICATION TO; -Seafarers Harry Lundeberg Upgrading Center. Piney Point. MD. 20674 IO/»9 . �mm vi:- &S?!:-.; • ••• ' • 'y.i 'V ^F^r-V SXAEUtERS • - hi-i j M a,.: rn •'•• ^ -• t- F r, ..•' \;ia; n •!Z it:*"/: fe/'vlv :v •-..•;'•••• ly'fa •^.M i V::•-:•• '; ia:.•ji'j , f • ".:••:••- '' ||h,i;5|ha;h;:i SIU crewmembers aboard the Spirit of Texas are proud of their role carrymg the first food cargoes to an emeiging democratic Poland. Crewmembers were joined by of­ ficials of the union, the company and Congress in an October 7 ceremony hailing American as­ sistance to the Polish people. 'It's good to be able to reach across the ocean and join hands with our Polish brothers in union and in solidarity," said crewmember Mr. Jerry during the program held in New Orleans where the Falcon Shipping/Seahawk Man­ agement vessel was waiting to be loaded with 11,500 metric tons of American-grown sorghum. Chance of a Lifetime, Says Bosun The ship is scheduled to arrive in the Polish port cities of Gdansk or Gdynia towards the end Octo­ ber. Bosun Fred Sellman said the crew was anxious to get under­ way. "I think all of us are looking forward to the trip. It is a lifetime opportunity. This was the first ship to go to China and it's now the first ship to Poland," noted Sellman, who is known by Spirit of Texas crewmembers to be the "very best bosun in the world." Congresswoman Liiidy Boggs reminisced about her visit to Po­ land in 1955 and lauded the spirit Katherine Wei, chairman of Falcon Shipping, addresses the audience gathered to celehrate the American aid being shipped to Poland. Seated (front row, left to right) Captain Joseph Cecire of Seahawk Management; Michael McKay, District 2 MEBA secretary-treasurer; Thomas Glidewell, SIU vice president; Congresswoman Lindy Bo^ (D-LA) and Congressman Boh Living^on (R-LA). of the Polish people and "their determination to be free." "We hope this shipment will be the first of many thousands which will enable Eastern Europe to shake off the mantle of communism," said Congressman Robert Liv­ ingston. Poland's Free Union Saluted SIU Vice President Thomas Glidewell saluted Solidamosc, the independent trade union move- Wr-M-i. €• ment that spearheaded the quest for political democracy and eco­ nomic reforms in Poland. Glidewell said the American labor movement had stood by Solidarity since its birth in 1980 and through the dark days after December 13, 1981 when Poland's communist authorities imposed martial law and jailed many of the union's leaders. "This year's events in Poland have lifted our hopes and deep­ ened our admiration for Solidarity. In the spring, an agreement be­ tween the union and the govern­ ment brought about elections that served as a referendum on com­ munism and resulted in the for­ mation of a multi-party legislature and cabinet, the first in an Eastbloc nation," said Glidewell. D2 MEBA Secretary-Treasurer Michael McKay reported Spirit of Texas crewmembers had gifts for Solidarity workers from his union and the SIU. Falcon Shipping Chairman Katherine Wei concluded the pro­ gram by noting the important role of American shipping companies and American seamen in our for­ eign aid programs. "We can be proud the first food aid to Poland under the program announced by President Bush this summer will arrive oh a ship flying the Amer­ ican flag," she said. Btteeh-yea^^ Tphetta li^ school at tlte^ o'clock cp Fob. 16,1989.2^has not been ^n since. CM that »une ifeyv a cpupJe driving in Tonetha's peij^bc^t^ in Chaftanciogs^ force a leen^e into Suspectmg^ the w th# ••lowed ,hiih.J" Rom a man driving vritib ofl^^ h^ holding jhwra the ihe other. The conide ednldn't catch Ujp to fibe car, but they wrote d the imense niiinber and teported it to the pqlice. TMd sanie^^ StiudivaM Tcuietta missang. The police bef tieved that Tmietta have been the ghl yriio was duct^ Mit the o^^pte udio a positive mdenfification. Two days kader, the man whonf the coii^ fbin^ dead in his car. The evidence at' thedeath sil^ pointed to a snknde|^ said It. Ch£dtanocga^ T^^ Defnirih FFnient»F • netM C^aiiide OF of any^d^ giri. And to make matters , worse, the man had bc^n a coworker of Chriisle's stepfather, y, The Ciicumshmdal evidehc^ iduclted. However, NaticHiai C2eh-7 Iter for Missingand Exfdcate^^ liren lepiesentatiyes say, aj iMdh^pd^ nin been cn^ Ike' Seafarers Iraernatioml Unum has been mmdng with the Natiorud Center for Miss: ikg' and Exploited Cbaidren in an effort to msseimnate iifformation about rtaumf^ 77'V' ^t0dren. ^ • .V'77y_ 7>SSl££ii^iti23*hi; MhdigffMirhHanooff.TcnMMee DMrafMk:08/28/73 flgi ITji IIB nil Ses female tl' •• Hc^5ILIm. Hfc^eSiba HdnBfacfc EyecBtDwn Meatl^feag WamafiaK Child has only hair cat short on top and sides, longer in back, and has large alaaoad-ahaped eyes. t home from t:-ry- school FOUL PLAYSUSPECTED. ANYONE HAVING INFORMATION SHOULDCONTACT t;- • -Ft*,. Mrs. Henry Johansen and her son Alvin photographed the ceremony for the Seafarers LOG. Pictured above (clockwise) are AB Dave Palumbo; SIU Port Agent Jim Martin (right) and SUP Branch Agent Henry Johansen; Bosun F>ed Sellman; and Steward/Baker Ray Mann Gelt) and chi^ cook Raymond Jones. OR QMED Roy Justice relaxes in the crew lounge before the Spirit of Texas leaves for Poland. «fr«-e*e) CM l-«I5-69t-9752 � 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. 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Title A name given to the resource October 1989 Description An account of the resource HEADLINES HOUSE VOTES TO KEEP POLISH AID ON U.S. SHIPS UPBEAT CONVENTION MARKS UIW’S 40TH ANNIVERSARY PRESIDENTIAL SUPPORT IS KEY TO MARITIME POLICY, SAYS SACCO SIU URGES LOUISIANA GOV’T TO CONTINUE SHELL DREDGING SIU MEN AT G&H COMMENDED BY USCG FOR RESCUE ATTEMPT LEBACK IS NEW MARAD CHIEF SIU HALL ESCAPES QUAKE DAMAGE BILL EXTENDS VETERAN’S ELIGIBILITY DATE FOR MERCHANT SEAMEN LIBERTY SHIP VETERANS NOTE ‘GRIM’ U.S. SHIPPING SCENE PASSUMSIC GALLEY RUNS A GOOD FEEDER GOV’T SERVICES MEMBERS TO BE DRUG TESTED AFTER DEC. 1 CATAWBA WEATHERS WEATHER MSCPAC’S CIVILIAN MARINERS WILL BE TESTED FIRST OIL SPILL CLASS GRADUATES 100 PERCENT PASS RATE FOR LICENSE CLASS SEATIME APPROVED FOR SIMULATOR USNS PREVAIL CREW CITED FOR ‘FINE JOB,’ ‘TEAM EFFORT’ SIU SENDS RELIEF TO DISASTER VICTIMS CAPT’S GETCHELL AND SEVLAND DESCRIBE NIGHT HUGO STRUCK HURRICANES NO LONGER THREAT TO SEAMEN AND DEEP SEA VESSELS UIW MEMBER CONFRONTS HUGO TRAGEDY FOOD WORTH $175,000 DONATED BY OHIO UIW GROCERY STORES CREW GENEROSITY PRAISED BY PRMMI SPIRIT OF TEXAS CREW PART OF HISTORIC AID PROGRAM YOUNG WOMAN MISSING SINCE FEBRUARY ‘89 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 10/1/1989 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. 51, No. 10 1989 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/483d4b66810f1ac2bc6f7789f0f61cd6.PDF ce51166271b7ba41a306a4d4421fbbd7 PDF Text Text •.•..4:11 SEAEUtERS . t; f T • SEOc C/)0 / >»- -iJ> • •••.» ' o(>o>2: fi / Ti-H?*: • • t/)C/> m-< • 0.-H2: -• •• 'T'A -H(/5t-ic. vv/' •" moco , phe smootti rescue operation conducted by LNG Aquarius icrewmembers In bringing aboard Indonesian seamen whose vessel had capsized In the Straits of Malacca. Photographs show stranded seamen awaiting rescue and the LNG Aquarius lifeboat complete with rescue . .. ... pg^gQ^ 'l!i S .- fl J'' t'?;, :44i:; Seafarers Continue Role in Seaiift To Mideast The first of the military's preposltlonlng vessels Involved In Operation Desert Shield and crewed by SlU members retumed to the United States month. pgg^2 QMED Robert Stancavage re­ ports on the activities of Sea­ farers aboard the SS Wright, one of the military's two avia­ tion support vessels. The ves­ sel Is currently In Bahrain, an Island nation In the Persian Q""Page 28 A naval officer advises SS Wright crewmembers on the use of safety equipment designed for protection in the event of chemical warfare. -t rai • 1 •'Y'.- Joseph DiGiorgio Retires, John Fay Assume Duties Of Sill Secretary-'Doasurer ' •4; DiCBnof^iiiiAandjppmpay report of the secretariN||ilisurer at one of Shis month's mernbership meetings. Ex­ ecutive Vice President Joseph Sacco and Vice President of Collective Bar^ining Tigas "Red" Campbell. Page 3 am. - t r t.*t »->?•<• < '» • . 4^''.'.^.r'A'.r J'.' .-yj.'.: i; • ® l.|Y �..v.,,;ii'> '•J):--";7?,^p,'C; ...•'• V-,• Presili^'rl^ '4 - Trade Talks Down to the Wire ti:^ ' <• ,V- ,•"'•• :• •-•>;. 4 .• Ir j: With a December deadline fast approaching, the American negotiators to the world trade talks appear unwilling to exclude maritime from the upcoming agreement on services. The administration, through the offices of the U.S. trade representative who is charged with representing Ameri­ can interests in the current round of discussions on the General Agree­ ment on Tariffs and Trade—known as GATT, seems determined to keep waterbome transit on the agenda to use as a bargaining chit. American negotiators, who are anxious to conclude the current trade talks with an extensive agreement cov­ ering such powerful sectors of the economy as agricul­ ture, financial services—including bankingtelecommunications, all modes of transportation and others classified as "services," seem ready to wheeland-deal with the existing protections for U.S. shipping, Michael swapping these long-standing programs for a few con­ Sacco cessions in favor of the larger industries. This short-sighted policy emphasizes getting an agreement—any agreement—even if it runs contrary to the economic and defense wellbeing of the United States, just for the sake of coming up with a signed piece of paper. Congress, Foreign Shipowners Share U.S. Industry's Concern The SIU and the rest of the American maritime industry have been ar­ guing that waterbome transportation, already regulated by a host of inter­ national, multi-national and bilateral agreements, should not be included in GATT, which is subscribed to by 99 countries. At stake in this round of GATT talks, if the U.S. decides to play fast and loose with maritime, are the Jones Act, which protects domestic shipping, what is left of the government's operating differential subsidy program and the nation's cargo preference statutes. Congressional leaders, including a majority of senators and 156 repre­ sentatives, are circulating resolutions urging the U.S. trade representative to keep maritime out of the GATT services agreement. Foreign shipown­ ers represented through the Council of European and Japanese National Shipowners' Associations and European Community Shipowners' Asso­ ciations have urged their respective governments to bar shipping from GATT's bargaining agenda. What Happened to Bush Campaign Promise? The administration would do well to remember a presidential cam­ paign pledge of George Bush; "Preservation of the integrity of the U.S. maritime industry shall be a priority in all intemational trade negotia­ tions, including the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade. All United States representatives involved in trade negotiations shall be provided with a pre-determined policy statement regarding the U.S. maritime in­ dustry." The administration need only look at the current military operation in the Persian Gulf to see the importance of a strong American-flag fleet, manned by skilled seafarers. You would think the U.S. would exercise great care to protect its national security interests, including sealift capac­ ity, in any kind of world forum—^including the GATT talks. Volume 52, Number JO In compliance with the Statement of Ownership, Manage­ ment and Circulation (required by 39 U.S.C. 3685), PS Form 3626, Feb. 1989, the following information is pub­ lished in the October 1990 edition of the Seafarers LOG: (The first number will reflect the average number of copies of each issue during the preceding 12 months; the number in parentheses will be the actual number of copies of single issues published nearest to the filing date.) Net press run - 42,950 (42,037); Mail subscription (paid or requested) - 28, 652 (30,073); Other free copies - 12,273 (9,939); Total distribution - 40,925 (40,012); Copies not distributed (for office use) - 2,025 (2,025); TOTAL 42,950 (42,037). Communications Department Director and Editor, Jessica Smith; Associate Editors, Daniel Duncan and Max Hall; Associate Editor/Production, Deborah Greene, Art Direc­ tor, Bill Brewer. :.^c.Vr; Entering Critical Stage of Negotiations With GATT now having moved to the front and center, the SIU is pull­ ing out all the stops to keep the administration from bargaining away the govemment programs that are the underpinnings of the U.S. private ship­ ping fleet. The union's legislative affairs department is working with Congress to ensure that the administration understands any agreement— which must be ratified by the House and Senate—will run into trouble on Capitol Hill if maritime is not excluded. In addition, we have reached out to our contracted companies, asking the presidents and chief operating officers of those groups to advise the administration of their strong opposition to the use of waterbome trans­ port as a bartering item. Over the next two months, Seafarers and the American shipping com­ munity must remain on a 24-hour watch of our administration's actions in the GATT talks. Constant monitoring and vigilance is critical in this tenuous situation. Best Wishes to a Great Seafarer This month Joe DiGiorgio, the SIU's secretary-treasurer for the past 18 years, announced his retirement from the position he so capably has filled. We wish Brother Joe DiGiorgio and his lovely wife, Rita, good health and happiness and a fruitful retirement. Joe, who has been a good friend to many SIU members and retired Seafarers, may be leaving elected office with the union, but we know he will keep in touch and con­ tinue to lend a hand when needed. First Prepositioning Vessel Back from Persian Gulf Run Seafarers aboard the1st Lt. Alex Bonnyman, a prepositioning ship stationed in Diego Garcia in the Indian Ocean, were among the first civilian mariners to reach the Per­ sian Gulf area as part of Operation Desert Shield. Along with the PFC James An­ derson and the CPL Louis J. Hauge Jr., the Bonnyman received orders to proceed to Saudi Arabia. Dock­ ing in the port of Al'Jabayl, 90 miles south of Kuwait, they were greeted by the Navy ship, the USS LaSalle, the command center for the U.S. operations in the Persian Gulf conflict. The military's prepositioning fleet of vessels, many of which are managed and operated by private shipping companies and erewed by seafarers, are kept fully opera­ tional throughout the year. Loaded Continued on page 11 October 1990 The Seafarers LOG (ISSN 0160-2047) is published monthly , by the Seafarers Intemational Union; Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District; AFL-CIO; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, MD 20746. Telephone (301) 899-0675. Second-class postage paid at MSG Prince Georges, MD 20790-9998 and at additional mailing of­ fices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the Seafar­ ers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. k •': f SeAFARERSlOG AB Wray Sweatt, left, and AB Heley Maine help change the hooks of one of the cranes aboard the 1st Lt. Alex Bonnyman after returning from the Persian Gulf. Index to LOG Features Page COBRANotice . . . . Dispatchers' Report/Deep Sea . . . , , . i . . . . . . ,4 Dispatchers'Report/Inland . . . . . . . i , v Dispatchers'Report/Great Lakes . . . . . . , . ........ Final Departures Know Your Rights _ LundebergSchool Application , . .... . Lundeberg School Course Schedule Lundberg School Graduates ^ MeetingDates .-. . . . ... 16 IT ig 18 25 26 27 27 24 " • ^ Personals •• Ships Minutes ....... 21-23 Summary Annual Report - Seafarers Vacation Fund ! ! . ! ! . 26 Union Hall Directory ' Vl V : ': �V ••• ,.;• .• ;• r\}- OCTOBIR 1990 •:~. -C'^.K'i- ^ ,1?: --vi?;>•• ''H -S Eyewitness Account from the LNG Aquarius Emergency Rescue Operation Saves 5 Seamen In the midst of a simulated fire drill, LNG Aquarius crewmembers were called upon to launch an emergency rescue operation to bring five Indonesian seamen to safety. In an eyewitness report to the Seafarers LOG received earlier this month, Steward Assistant Susan A. Mormando described the teamwork of the entire LNG Aquarius crew that saved the lives of the five men who had been "stranded for three days since their vessel had been overturned by strong winds from a violent squall." The SlU-crewed liquified natu­ ral gas carrier had just left Arun, Indonesia and was sailing toward Japan through the Straits of Ma­ lacca that connect the Indian Ocean to the South China Sea on a run in July. While this waterway is heavily travelled, the LNG Aquarius, operated by Energy Transportation Corporation (ETC), was the first ship to attempt a rescue. The event took place while crewmembers were participating in a simulated fire drill in the lazarette supervised by representatives of the U.S. Coast Guard who were onboard conducting their annual inspection. Twenty-five minutes into the drill, crewmembers were told to "drop all hoses and gear and imme­ diately proceed to the area of the number one lifeboat on the main deck," reported Mormando. The Steward Assistant Susan Mormando, who provided the photographs and narrative for this article, entitled the photo above, "Everybody happy, safe and dry." Pictured with the Indonesian men are Chief Steward Frank Robertson, Chief Cook George T^lor, Steward Assistant Susan Mormando, AB Pamela Taylor, AB Anna Buyvid, OS Amir Kasim and OMED Dave Velkamp. crew was advised that an emer­ gency rescue was to be conducted as a result of AB Pamela Taylor's spotting "a vessel that appeared to be in distress, at a distance of five miles off the starboard bow," Mormando wrote in her chronicle of the operation. Taylor was man­ ning the helm at the time she iden­ tified the craft in distress. Rescue Team Assembled A rescue team was assembled which included Second Mate Jon­ athan Kilroy, Third Engineer Steve Leary, QMED John Orr, QMED Dave Velkamp, Ordinary Seamen Hugh McDowell and Amir Kasim and Mormando. Kasim was to play an important role because, being of Indonesian descent, he was familiar with the language of that country and could serve as an interpreter. Favorable conditions consisting of smooth seas, four-knot winds and sunny skies helped the fescue operation. The rescue team set out in an LNG Aquarius lifeboat to­ wards the overtumed small cargo sailing vessel. The two men in a small dory attached by a line to the half sunken hull were brought aboard the lifeboat first. Next, the rescue team extricated the three In­ donesian seamen who were on top of the capsized vessel's gunwale. The Indonesian craft was aban­ doned as it was no longer seawor­ thy, said Mormando. Once onboard, the five seamen were given medical check-ups and provided with every amenity the crew could offer. Clothing was provided by ETC and crewmembers. Mormando said the steward department "provided every hospitdity." In addition, she stressed the importance of Kasim's language skills "as the seamen did not speak one word of English." Upon arriving in Japan, the res­ cued seamen were "turned over to the Indonesian Embassy for their return home," Mormando re­ ported. "The Coast Guard Com­ mander (onboard) was impressed with our rescue efforts and compli­ mented the officers and crew very highly for a job well done," con­ cluded Mormando in her narrative provided to the LOG. Crew Commended W.T. Foran, ETC's safety direc­ tor also commended the crew of the LNG Aquarius.In a telex to the vessel's master, Foran said, "Con­ gratulations to you and the crew of the LNG Aquarius for your rescue of the five Indonesian fishermen. Our vessels have a great record of snatching seamen from the clutches of the sea. Sometimes a matter of hours is all that separates a survivor from a corpse. Men of the sea can appreciate that more than anyone else..." it-: •••vl Corgey and Kelley Named to VP Posts Joseph DiGiorgio Retires, John Fay Becomes Secretary-Treasurer United Nations—and the Intema­ lakes and inland waters region and the positions of patrolman, port The executive board of the Sea­ tional Transport Workers Federa­ agent, headquarters representative David "Dave" Heindel was ap­ farers International Union, Atlan­ tion, the world coalition of unions and vice president over a span of pointed assistant vice president tic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters engaged in the transportation 33 years. Prior to beginning his gulf coast. District announced this month that modes. work for the union, he sailed on In welcoming the new officers, John Fay, formerly the union's Kelley joined the Tug. Firemen, both deep sea vessels and inland SIU President Michael Sacco said vice president lakes and inland wa­ Linesmen, Oilers and Watchmen's waters tugboats. Brother Fay par­ he had confidence ters, will assume the po­ Interview with Protective Association, AFL, the ticipated in all of the union's major in the skills of the sition of secretary-trea­ predecessor organization of the beefs, including the successful but men designated by surer of the organization. Joseph DiGiorgio SIU's Inland Boatmen's Union of the executive board grueling drives to organize Robin The post was held for the See pages 8 and 9 Lines and Cities Service. to assume higher the Great Lakes, in 1951. Kelley past 18 years by Joseph has been both a patrolman and a Since 1978, among his many union office. "Brothers Fay, DiGiorgio, who announced his re­ duties. Fay has represented the in­ port agent for the union, primarily Kelley, Corgey, Sacco and Heindel tirement at the October member­ terests of Seafarers at international working out of the Algonac hall. have been good Seafarers and good ship meeting held in Piney Point, Most recently, Kelley has served in union officials. I am sure they will forums. Brother Fay has tracked Md. programs of interest to the SIU in the capacity of assistant vice pres­ continue to do their best On behalf In other executive board ac­ ident lakes and inland waters. the International Maritime Organi­ of the SIU membership and their tions, Byron Kelley was desig­ zation and the Intemational Labor As assistant vice president gulf families." nated vice president lakes and Organization—agencies of the John Fay has served the SIU in inland waters. Brother Kelley had Continued on page 4 represented that region for the union as an assistant vice president based in Algonac, Mich. Assistant Vice President Gulf Coast Dean Corgey, who works out of the Houston hall, was appointed by the executive board to the position of vice president gulf coast, replacing Thomas Glidewell who resigned as an official of the SIU earlier this month. The openings of the two assis­ tant vice president positions va­ AGLIWD Executive Bpard members are pictured with officers of the cated by Kelley and Corgey also SlUNA. From the left (back row) are Assistant VP Anthony Sacco, VP Roy "Buck" Mercer, UIW National Director Steve Edney (front row), were filled by the executive board. Gulf Dean Corgey, VP Contracts Angus "Red" Campbell, VP Lakes Canadian Marine Officers Union President Alk)ert Robiilard, SecretaryByron Kelley, Assistant VP Augie Tellez, VP West Coast George Treasurer John Fay, Canadian SIU President RomanGralewicz, Pres­ Anthony "Tony" Sacco was McCartney, Assistant VP Dave Heindel, MFOW President H. "Whitey" ident Michael Sacco, Past Secretary-Treasurer Joseph DiGiorgio, and named assistant vice president Disley, Assistant VP George Ripoll, SUP President Gunnar Executive VP Joseph Sacco. l). i 4 �SOFARCRS m Seafarers Join AFL-CiO in Civil Rights March •i;,: ^ -V--Vv '•-f ' ~f •-•h •I' '• •"•r "'•;•- - i ' .- • ' ••- '•' i'&mj • ' •J'- >•" To one Seafarer, marching in front of the White House and chanting for civil rights brought to mind events of more than a quarter century ago. "It's a shame we have to remind people every 30 years," said QMED Phil Parent from the port of Honolulu, a veteran of marches and protests during the 1960s. Speaking of the contingent chant­ ing at this month's rally, he said, "This is a pretty solid group, quite a mixture. This is similar to what we were doing back in the '60s." Parent and more than 20 other SIU members joined with the co­ alition of trade unionists, civil rights organizations, educators and students to urge President George Bush to sign the 1990 Civil Rights Act earlier this month. The bill was passed by Congress to strengthen the 1866 and 1964 acts which were weakened by six Supreme Court votes last year. The measure has four major points: 1. To make clear it is illegal to discriminate against women and racial, religious and ethnic minori­ ties in the workplace by harass­ ment, unjust firings or unfair denial of promotions; 2. To place a stronger emphasis on the employer to show job hiring and promotion practices are deter­ mined by performance and ability rather than sex, race, religion or ethnic origin; 3. To make clear it is always illegal for employers to make job decisions on the basis of prejudice; and 4. To guarantee the right to sue for damages to victims of inten­ tional discrimination based on race, religion, sex or ethnic origin. While the bill has bipartisan, as well as liberal and conservative, support in the House of Represen­ tatives and Senate, Bush has an­ nounced he would not sign the measure. Opposition to the bill comes primarily from big business. Corporate interests believe the bill will demand fixed quotas in the hiring place, an argument civil rights groups believe does not hold water. Should Bush veto the measure, he will join Andrew Johnson in 1866 and Ronald Reagan in 1988 as the only presidents to veto civil rights legislation. Both vetoes were overridden. AB Al Diles from the port of San Francisco was impressed with the size of the crowd in front of the White House. "I knew the demon­ stration would be good, but I didn't think it would be of this magni­ tude." Concerning the bill, Diles emphasized, "I believe in this to­ tally without a doubt." Lorraine Teague, a member of the steward department from the San Francisco Sill Men Back HERE When Local 2 of the Hotel Employees and Restaurant Employees (HERE) had a beef with some of the fastfood franchisers in the San Francisco area, the union looked to the SIU for assis­ tance manning its picket lines. San Francisco Port Agent Nick Celona reported to the Seafarers LOG that the SIU members in the area re­ sponded enthusiastically to the call to walk with mem­ bers of the culinary union. "They volunteered quickly, and during the rally the SIU group was the loudest," he noted proudly. SIU member Harvey Smith leaves no doubt that the Seafarers stand with the local restau­ rant workers union in the San Francisco area. |V: ^..••:v:::•• .;.^:.g:X:.' '• •'' • T.'•'•••'• • '•/ . ' • • ' •'" T'"" '•• "••• '" I •••.' Joining the HERE rally were SIU members (from left to right) Nick Celona, who also serves as the union's San Francisco port agent, Mike Baker, Luciell Agular, Rubin Galleguillos, Nina HatchI, Steven Barry, John Phillips, T. Swanson and Vince CoSs, who ^so works in the local SIU hall. SIU members, wearing •ing the union's trademark white caps, march by the White nCe Camardelle, House. Pictured are (left to right) John Nelson, Roy Blakenship, Ryan /illiam ^a'y. Clarence Green and William May. port of Honolulu, also was excited about the march. "I had seen it on television and it got me interested, especially because I am a woman." John Nelson of Brooklyn, N.Y. said he was "happy and proud to come out for this. A great many need civil rights. It's not over yet." Bosun Benedict Born from the port of Houston noted, "Money makes you equal in this society so you have to do something about it. Everybody should have the same opportunity to make money." AFL-CIO Study Says Rich Are Winners Of 1980s Ecnnomic and Tax Policies The current budget crisis is rooted in the past decade of huge tax cuts to the rich, according to an AFL-CIO study distributed to pol­ icy-makers last month. The report, prepared by the nation's federation of unions, including the SIU, said the top tax bracket for individuals was reduced from 70 percent to 28 percent, giving the richest fifth of Americans a substantial tax cut. Corporate taxes were reduced from 46 to 34 percent over the 10year period. As a result, the gap between rich and poor widened so much in the 1980s that the wealth­ iest 1 percent of Americans now receive nearly as much of the nation's total after-tax income as the bottom 40 percent, the study concluded. The report also noted: • The share of income going to middle-class Americans is lower than at any time since the end of World War II. • From 1981 to 1989, the net worth of the so-called "Forbes 400" richest Americans nearly tri­ pled, while the incomes of the fi­ nancial community's dozen largest earners increased tenfold. • Corporate CEOs, who in 1980 made 40 times the income of the average factory workers, now make 93 times as much. The union federation urged that new revenues to the government be sought through higher tax rates for' the wealthy and corporations. "The AFL-CIO's position on new taxes is based on two princi­ ples^—that the fairest tax is an in­ come tax based on ability to pay, and that those who benefited the most from the fiscal policies that created the deficit should be first in line to pay when the bill comes due," the study concluded. SIU Executive Board Announces Changes Continued from page 3 coast and prior to that port agent and patrolman, Corgey was based in Houston. He became a member of the SIU in 1973. He sailed in the engine department on G&H Tow­ ing vessels until 1979 when he came ashore to work for the union. Heindel joined the SIU in 1972, sailed in the engine department and became a union representative in 1980. Since 1985 he has worked as a port agent in the hall of Philadel­ phia. Tony Sacco became a Sea­ farer in 1977 and sailed in the deck department. He last sailed as a third mate, obtaining his license after shipping with the SIU through 1984. In 1988 he became the union's port agent in St. Louis. The executive board action ap­ points Fay, Kelley, Corgey, Heindel and Tony Sacco to com­ plete the terms of their predeces­ sors who were elected by the SIU membership in union-wide ballot­ ing in 1988. Elections occur every three years, as outlined in the union's constitution. The next round of balloting for officers of the SIU's Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and InlandWaters District will take place in 1991. Corgey is the first graduate of the union's Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship to become a vice president. Heindel and Tony Sacco are also graduates of the Piney Point, Md. school. �Si.;. ,-^-.-r-.*j--'\'- ••...^yf.i. 'i, OaOBiR J990 Standard Pacts Ratified By Vessel Crews With ratification votes Held over the past four months on nearly all ships covered by the new threeyear standard agreements, the SIU membership has cast a virtually unanimous vote in support of the June 16, 1990 to June 15, 1993 pacts, which have set the pattern for contracts reached between other American shipping unions and U.S.-flag vessel operators. The vote held aboard SlU-contracted vessels, along with the vote held at special membership meet­ ings in each hall in late June, con­ cludes the ratification process of the membership for the standard ffeightship and standard tanker agreements. In the shipboard ratification meetings and the special sessions in the halls, the support for the package has been "overwhelm­ ing," said Angus "Red" Campbell, vice president collective bargain­ ing. "The key issue: there was not one job reduction within the agree­ ment," Campbell noted. "The SIU set the pattern on percentage wage increases and an additional holiday within the industry. We re-estab­ lished the use of the AB/Maintenance rating and the Second Pumpman/Engine Maintenance rating, as well." As the SIU was the first mari­ time union to reach an agreement with its contracted companies, other licensed and unlicensed unions used the Seafarers contract as a model for their own talks. Among the highlights of the new contract is a 5 percent increase in wages in each year of the agree­ ment. The pay increase is spread across-the-board to overtime, pre­ mium pay and off-watch rates and will affect wage-based pensions and vacation pay. The contract also includes a cost-of-living provision to protect pay gains if inflation ex­ ceeds the increase in wages. Mar­ tin Luther King's birthday has been added as a holiday, and main­ tenance and cure as well as subsis­ tence and lodging rate parity has been achieved with the licensed of­ ficers. Continued on page 7 '...,vy-9;.., Extra Effort and Ifnion's School Help Meet SealIft Manning Demands, SIU Tells Panel Despite a shrinking merchant fleet, the Seafarers International Union has maintained an effective mechanism to develop a man­ power pool in times of increased shipping, Terry Turner, the SIU's director of congressional and gov­ ernment relations, said in a hearing of the subcommittee on merchant marine last month. Turner advised the congres­ sional panel, chaired by Represen­ tative Walter Jones (D-N.C.), "When word first came to us that Ready Reserve Force vessels would be activated, the president of our union, Michael Sacco, im­ mediately placed our hiring hall apparatus on a seven-day-perweek basis, as well as on extended hours." He added the union's "cen­ tral manpower center also has been operating around-the-clock" since a week or so after Iraq's invasion of Kuwait when word was received that civilian mariners would be needed for sealift activities. Representative Jones called the hearing to review "our nation's ca­ pability to meet sealift require­ ments caused by American de­ ployment to the Persian Gulf." He noted, "The U.S. merchant marine has the responsibility to transport military goods delivered to our port cities to the troops in the field—^wherever they may be." To meet the surge in shipping required by that responsibility. Turner outlined to subcommittee members the SIU's extraordinary efforts to ensure that all vessels engaged in Operation Desert Shield sealift activities would be crewed by qualified seafarers. The SIU "combed our.records to iden­ tify potential crewmembers that were not already registered" and asked "inactive members and physically-fit pensioners to regis­ ter" for employment. Turner said. Seafarers Volunteer for Duty "In a canvass of all of our union halls from around the country, our officials report that in many cases our members, upon hearing of the military's engagement in the Mid­ dle East, simply called in to signon. Some of our members had just 3-Year Labor Pact with ETC Posts Wage Gains, Now Holitlay SIU members sailing aboard the liquified natural gas (LNG) carriers operated by Energy Transportation Corporation (ETC) are in the pro­ cess of ratifying a new labor agree­ ment that increases wage rates by 5 percent each year, retroactive to July 1,1990 through 1993. In addi­ tion, under the terms of the agree­ ment, unlicensed crew manning scales will remain at existing levels. The new pact reached by the SIU contracts department and represen­ tatives of ETC is similar to the recently negotiated standard freightship and tanker a^eements ratified by the membership. Among the new contractual items LNG unlicensed crewmem­ bers will receive are: • A 5 percent increase in wages, overtime, premium pay and offwatch rates which will result in higher vacation pay benefits and wage-related pensions. In the sec­ ond and third years of the contract Matson Adds Two Vessels for Hawaii Trade The SS Kainalu (foreground) and SS Kaimoku recently were modified in a San Francisco shipyard for service by Matson Navigation Company between Hawaii and the U.S. West Coast. The ships join six other company vessels already carrying containers, automobiles and trailers in the market. The SIU's Pacific District Unions consisting of the Sailors Union of the Pacific for the deck department, the Marine Firemen, Oilers and Watertenders Union for the engine group and the SIU, Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District for the galley gang represent Matson's unlicensed crewmembers. a cost-of-living-adjustment will kick in if the nation's inflation rate is more than 5 percent. • Martin Luther King's birthday will be added as a holiday, bringing the number of holidays in the con­ tract to 10. • Maintenance and cure rates will be in parity with what licensed officers receive. Subsistence and lodging fates also will be paid at the same level as called for in the licensed officer agreements. • Health care benefits will be maintained at the current levels of­ fered by the Seafarers Welfare Plan even though medical costs are skyrocketing around the country and more and more employers are attempting to pass the buck for such expenses to their employees. The pact was reached after ne­ gotiating sessions were held over a course of many months. The com­ pany sought significant reductions in manning. The union's negotiat­ ing committee rejected man­ agement's proposal for unlicensed crew reductions as not being in the best interests of Seafarers or the maritime industiy. The union's bargaining strategy was based on recommendations made by rank-and-file members over the past three years in ship­ board meetings and in suggestions provided to the SIU's contracts de­ partment. Seafarers on all eight of ETC's LNG vessels, which carry liquified gas from Indonesia to Japan in the only foreign-to-foreign trade ship­ ping operation under the U.S.-flag today, will have an opportunity to go over the contract with Carl Peth, headquarters representative, who will meet each of the vessels over the next month as they call on ports in Japan. Ratification votes will be held on each vessel. gotten off a vessel, but called in nonetheless," Turner reported. Turner stressed the important role the union's school played in ensuring the availability of skilled mariners. "Our training facility— the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship, which is governed by a board of trustees made up jointly of shipowner rep­ resentatives and union officials— also has geared up for the surge. The number of participants in our entry level program has been in­ creased and the school is now run­ ning back-to-back classes for key ratings in the engine and deck de­ partments," he said. While the subcommittee is ex­ amining mechanisms to ensure that the United States has suffi­ cient sealift capacity, in light of lessons learned from Operation Desert Shield, Turner stressed the importance of being able to meet the military's logistical needs with American resources. Count on Americans "In closing, I want to let you know that our membership and port officials and manpower staff have responded enthusiastically to -.5 , Continued on page 7 SIU, Sheridan Sign Pact Covering Wages on 6 ITBs The SIU and Sheridan Trans­ portation have signed a new con­ tract to continue operation of six integrated tug/barges (ITBs) owned by the Hess Oil Company. The new agreement generally follows the standard tanker agree­ ment, including a 5 percent per year wage increase for the next three years, a cost of living adjust­ ment should inflation exceed 5 per­ cent and an additional holiday. One major change aboard the ITBs is District 2-MEBA will provide the officers who previously had been supplied by District 1-MEBA. The vessels involved include the ITB New York, ITB Jackson­ ville, ITB Baltimore, ITB Groton, ITB Mobile and ITB Philadelphia. They load at the Hess Oil terminal in St. Croix and sail up the east coast. The vessels lighter some of their load at Stapleton Anchorage , in New York, then proceed dis­ charging at the Hess terminal in Port Reading, N.J. The ITBs were built in 1982 and 1983. They are 691 feet long and have a dead weight tonnage of 47,247. The vessels can carry up to 320,000 barrels of oil. J.:-- Two of the ITBs, the New York and Jacksonville, returned to sea this month after extensive repair and refurbishing. They were refit­ ted with new gangways, automa­ tion systems and cherry pickers. The two were damaged by Hurri­ cane Hugo last year and had been in drydock since. 'H: '•'I-''; �SEAFARERS LOG Citedfor Contribution to Community * ^•.•. » • •% • Deborah Foundation Recognizes Work of Sill s Ed Puiver E^mK: ..tr' • . •'•' ' ..•:, • I • •••' ; •^ . .•••-' • f: • , • . 1. t.' Jersey City Port Agent Edward Fulver recently received the third annual Big-Heart Award from the Peborah Hospital Foundation. Puiver, who also serves as the secretary-treasurer for the New Jersey AFL-CIO, was cited by the not-for-profit foundation for all of his worJc within the community. "He has done so much," said Steven C. Grossman, special events coordinator with Deborah. "If you look at what he has done in general, you can't find a more car­ ing individual." The award is given each year to a person in New Jersey whom the foundation considers "a true hu­ manitarian and who benefits all the lives he or she touches." Puiver started working with the SIU in 1959 when the tugboat fleet he had organized in New York har­ bor during the '40s elected to sail with the Inland Boatman's Union of the Seafarers. He has been in­ strumental in organizing for both the SIU and its industrial division, the United Industrial Workers. As a union official, Puiver also has served as a national regional COPE director for the AFL-CIO, president of the Hudson County Central Labor Council and vice president of the New Jersey State AFL-CIO. In 1976 he was elected the state AFL-CIO's secretarytreasurer and has held the post since. Among his accomplishments in the community has been conduct­ ing food drives for striking union members. During the Christmas season, he dresses as Santa Claus and delivers toys to Jersey City public schools. He serves on the New Jersey State Board on Alco­ holism, was co-founder of both the Labor Council for Latin American Advancement and A. Philip Ran- With Ed Puiver when he received the Big-Heart Award are (left to right) Richard Jouanea; Michele Jouanea; Jack Critchley, previous award winner; Charles H, Marciante, New Jersey State AFL-CIO President; Puiver; Ashtey JouanM, a pediatric patient at Deborah Hospital; Jeffrey Gloss, Deborah Foundation chairman of the board; Assemblyman Tom Foy; Ronald W. Jones Jr., award founder; and Steve Grossman, foundation special events coordinator. dolph Institute and acts as chair­ man of the Rudy D'Angelo Foun­ dation for cancer research. He has received many honors from both the community and labor during his career. One drive that Puiver remem­ bers fondly was in 1978 when he was collecting food and clothes to aid the United Farm Workers (UFW). More than 40,000 union members responded to the call and the items were stored on the second floor of the union hall while plans were being made on how to ship them to California. "One momingj we came in and found the second floor had caved in from the excess weight of the goods," he recalled. "I turned to Cesar Chavez (UFW president) and said at least now we don't have to carry it down." The Deborah Hospital is located in Browns Mills, N.J. It was founded in 1922 as a tuberculosis sanitarium. As TB began to disap­ pear in the '50s, the hospital wanted to maintain its work with chest diseases. Tdday^ it is recog­ nized as one of the world's premier chest and lung specialty hospital centers. Turner Named Head of SIU's Department Of Cengressional and Gov't Relations •(ii: •:^' i' •f;3 The Seafarers International Union has named Terry Turner, 43, as the director of the union's De­ partment of Congressional and Government Relations. The San Diego native will su­ pervise a staff responsible for tracking legislation of importance to the union in Congress and han­ dling relations with government agencies involved in maritime business. Turner became a Washington representative for the department Terry Turner (left) meets with Karen Hoover of D2MEBA and U.S. Senator Frank R. Lautenberg (DN.J.) to discuss maritime issues. earlier this year. His primary activ­ ity was to track maritime and labor legislative affairs in the Senate. Prior to that, he had an extensive background in maritime matters, having been the field representa­ tive for Kentucky since 1981. The Deborah center does not charge patients for any medical treatment received. Last year, it cared for more than 28,000 people. Recently, the hospital sent doctors to Soviet Georgia to treat 19 chil­ dren. It has helped patients and trained doctors from 60 nations. Previous winners of the award include U.S. Senator Frank Lautenberg and Jack Critchley, president of the New Jersey Build­ ing and Construction Trades. Retired Stewaril Harris Heips Union Even though Re­ certified Steward J.B. Harris (pic­ tured on the right) has started re­ ceiving his SIU pension checks, the 65-year-oId member has not left the service of the union. "He still comes in to J.B. Harris (right), one of the union's top-of-the-line stewards, help behind retired recently. He is pictured above with Norfolk Port Agent Mike the counter Paladino. when we are shorthanded," said the campaign trails. In fact, his Mike Paladino, the union's Nor­ wife, Millie, was the secretary at folk port agent. the SIU's old hall on Banks Street Harris began his union career in in Norfolk. The couple resides in 1943 aboard the Tabitha Brown. nearby Virginia Beach. He signed off his final vessel ear­ "I trust J.B. Harris behind the lier this year. In between, he has counter on those few times when a helped the Seafarers in a variety of union official is not available," activities at sea, in the halls and on Paladino added. He graduated from the Univer­ sity of Missouri in 1970. Before his career with the Seafarers, he had worked in the Carter White House and several political campaigns around the country. Reviewing Applications for Piney Point Stewards (left to ripht) Jerome Jordan of Jacksonville, Victor Harper of rhiladelphia and Roscoe Williams of San Francisco work with Headquarters Frank Paladino (standing) to study and recommend upgraders for the 1991 steward recertification classes at the Harry Lundeberg Schoof3f Seaman­ ship. The next class will begin January 28 �oaoBCRim - SIU Challenges MarAd OK efLykes/FABC Deal .''•> V'. i": ' .ji'i'ii!-':/ -mt '• Slits'; ; -.' '' • ' '• >; •• ' . The SIU charged in federal dis­ trict court that the Maritime Administration's decision to allow Lykes Brothers Steamship Com­ pany to transfer its government subsidy monies to a troubled Dis­ trict 1 Marine Engineers Beneficial Association Pension Fund-owned shipping company was "entered into without observance of proce-dures required by law and regula­ tion, are arbitr^, capricious, an abuse of discretion and contrary to law and regulation." In the lawsuit filed this month, the union also accused MarAd, the government agency responsible for approving operating differen­ tial subsidies (ODS) to U.S.-flag shipping companies that meet cer­ tain requirements dictated by law and regulation, of conjecture and pulling facts from thin air. Taking taxpayer monies originally allo­ cated to Lykes and bestowing them to First American Bulk Carriers (FABC) Corporation, an unsubsidized shipping company, is an act "based on findings which have no basis in the record and lack expla­ nation," the union said in its com­ plaint. i Furthermore, the union believes MarAd's decision to sanction the deal "contains no explanation" for its findings, "merely repeats" the words in the law, "refused to ad­ dress" the SIU's concerns and "failed to provide a statement of reasons supporting" its approval of switching Lykes' subsidy to the two FABC ships, which have been the subject of a Labor Department investigation and have been char­ tered at one time or another to two companies that went into bank­ ruptcy. Deal Hurts Sea-Land, SIU The Maritime Administration determination, reached in late Au­ gust and upheld in September by the Department of Transportation secretary, permits Lykes to time charter the two FABC container vessels, transfer its operating dif­ ferential subsidy to the Delaware Bay and Chesapeake Bay and put the two ships into service on trade route 21 between U.S. Gulf ports, ports in the United Kingdom and on the continent of Europe. The SIU's beef with the deci­ sion stems from the fact that one of the union's contracted companies, Sea-Land, operates unsubsiqiized ' U.S.-flag vessels, crewed by Sea­ farers, on the same trade route. The introduction of subsidized U.S.-flag vessels competing head^ to-head with unsubsidized ones op­ erated by Sea-Land jeopardizes the job opportunities of Seafarers. In addition, the SIU has pointed out that MarAd's action is a radical departure from the government's policy of not granting subsidies to new shipping companies or waterborne transportation operations that have not received ODS in the past. Contrary to Current Practice When Lykes first sought gov­ ernment approval of the subsidy deal, the SIU, Sea-Land, Farrell Lines and the International Organi­ zation of Masters, Mates and Pilots lodged vigorous protests to the pro­ posal with the Maritime Adminis­ tration. Michael Sacco, president of the SIU, strongly objected to the use of taxpayer monies being used to subsidize an operation that would compete with the unsubsi­ dized, U.S.-flag and SlU-crewed Sea-Land vessels. The union also took exception to Lykes Brothers' use of a time charter when the industry practice in such circumstances is to bare­ boat charter vessels. The union pointed out that the transfer of part of Lykes' ODS contract to FABC not only contravened the letter and spirit of the Merchant Marine Act of 1936 as amended, but also vio­ lated Lykes' ODS contract and MarAd's own rules. Urging a full hearing on the matter, Sacco charged the Lykes request as "the vaguest and flimsiest application for subsidy ever received by MarAd." Over the course of the next few months, the union expects the dis­ trict court based in Washington, DC to schedule preliminary hear- •mmMm ings on the case. As the complaint is directed against the government and the heads of the Department of Transportation and the Maritime Administration, the U.S. Justice Department will attempt to defend the administration's actions. ;1 • 3-Year Pacts Ratified Continued from page 5 Copies of both the standard freightship and standard tanker agreements are available at any union hall or by writing to the SIU's contracts department at 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. The standard agreements do not apply to those vessels acquired through awards from the Military Sealift Command as a result of suc­ cessful bids by SIU contracted em­ ployers. Nor do the pacts cover ships operated by Matson and APL which have labor contracts with the SIU's Pacific District Unions Sailors' Union of the Pacific repre­ senting unlicensed deck seamen. Marine Firemen, Oilers and Watertenders Union for the unli­ censed engine department and the Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District for the steward de­ partment. f '. f '- r'-T 'f •iv •• ¥§• SIU Mee^ Sealift Manning Demands 'kii' Continued from page 5 '•yk: •"••".' 'r; *!. Feinstein Receives Seafarers Support SIU members from the port of San Francisco take time from their, :ic guberr schedule to attend a lunchtime rally for California Democratic guberna torial candidate Dianne Feinstein. Volunteers include, from left to right (kneeling) Ramose Egidio, Jasper Jackson Jr., Port Representative Vince Coss, (back row) Roscoe Williams, Port Agent Nick Celona, an unidentified ILWU member, Mike Wells, Janet Price, Jose Bayani, Jay Sanders and Bill Wroten. The photo was provided by a longtime SIU friend, Charles Farruggia. •* . ' •»'. ,- CORRECTION On page 28 of the Sep­ tember 1990 issue of the Seafarers LOG, the wrong photograph was placed with the caption of Bosun Jack Edwards displaying the commendation he received from the Maritime Admin­ istration for his part in a 1987 rescue aboard the Bea­ ver State. The person in the photograph was MarAd of­ ficial Robert A. Bryan. Pic­ tured at right is Edwards. The Seafarers LOG apologizes to Bosun Ed­ wards and his family for any problems and confusion this may have caused. SIU Men Help Borski Campaign The re-election campaign for Congressman Robert Borski (D-Pa.) has been aided by the volunteer work of members from the Philadelphia hall. Those who have been very involved include (left to right) Cook/Baker Terrance Stowall,• AB "Diamond Jim" • 1" Brady, DEU John Phillips, DEU Ray Rever and QMED Ray Crane. Not pictured, but also active, are AB Bill Ashman, QMED John Cronan and QMED Frank Jaworski, said Field Representative Mark Federici. their role as the fourth arm of de­ fense. Unlike the Japanese seamen that we read about in a Washington Post article, who were reluctant to go to the troubled area, American seafarers have not hesitated or wa­ vered when it came to crewing " ships destined for the Persian Gulf. Whatever solutions this Congress, the administration or the industry look at in the future, it should be remembered that the United States should have the capability to go at it alone," Tumer concluded. Other witnesses who testified on sealift and the Persian Gulf mo­ bilization at the hearing held over two days in September included Robert Moore, director for trans­ portation policy, office of the assis­ tant secretary of defense for production and logistics; Vice Ad­ miral Paul Butcher, deputy com­ mander-in-chief, U.S. Transporta­ tion Command; Maritime Admin­ istrator Warren Leback; Vice Ad­ miral Francis Donovan Jr., the head of the Military Sealift Com­ mand; John Stocker, president. Shipbuilders Council of America, and representatives of three other maritime unions. 'ft 'h' �SEAFARERS LOG Joseph j, STBKE PftiET geoiareis' IntemationfllOmon ' Af«|taied *wiA t*-- DattSEPA. -•1946FBk.No Port ?.6S4..ProNo o as he was pictured as a young sailor (left) and in a re­ cent photograph taken in his office (below). Joe and Rita DiGiorgio enjoy a night on the town in New York with their longtime friends Wilma and Ed Mooney. : Wp Ship's Name An IntciMCW mth Joseph DiGfoi^ Company Chairman -fnhisfmiethyear^^b^*^^ Itional Union, J®®®PjV^„„urer of the organization. The 72- SSng the weltar.^ jointly administered by the MU opera- Replacing Joe suming his pof ^ons on who previously served the urn and inland waters who P international forums ^ince th who assumed the duties of the seer e the th(» union 40 of which were spent urer, DiGiorgio ^arly days, as a young man trymg to I« ^ Isthmian Steamship Company 71 BROADWAY NEW YOBK-6* N- Sa. ^ /oOfHJk Pass No. Di(Morgie The lSeafar JI Ml assumed the ^^,00 s ^' Union Became a Way of Life III! president lakes ^ S SXJ-.'i. opportunity to serve you. , thumb of the boss ... Later, as . '"^u'say, -gave mea.way because this union means so much ^ ^ waited to come to work. KrJom^ttS w" aStX go to bed because I might m.ss ^Tufrfm^a-pohe^^ concerned for the SlU sentatives. "Th^rt maritime industry «s members or the bming. I was always interested m _ union or industry had to say, "1 ^ Began Shipping in 1941 ' ,.-,1 the Hone Haven orphanage, iti'r^rrb^c^K f^-r^,rr«th^^^^ norR»'S^ SgThelpedthe young_^^^ administration in created National Labor R careers in the maritime industry _ SSS rhlhloTbotK tT^sitions as elected offietals .n the careers wnicn iwi Ltv,... gjU I T\inif»reio said. ^'Lallinghishrstiobsouts^^o^^^^^^^^ ..Xen was oid en'ough to leave Hope f 'Sttnt me over to. the Mande-ne b^ wluo see Logan and he XirmrXle 1 became a lottgshoreman, docks. That Joe DiGiorgio was involved in some of tfie union's most fa' rnous beefs in­ cluding tfie 1948 Wall Street Strike and tfie SiU's efforts to organize Cities Service tankers. b^n fer?ks^'hat^an between New j began a job on the began to ship. My v<a«i«iel " remembered DiGiorgio. after a few trips as His'first shipboard job was M a ,be black gang. After » part of the galley crew, ftOlorgio swn^^ „„idst of World few months ®f.®h'PP'"|i^^„„|ria. a Waterman Steamship COTpany War 11. His ship, the SS Afoundn se„k ,„ the Wmd- ::r« S M"aro°f mi. DiGiorlo was issued a rare discharge. �oaoBiRim one that read on the line that gave the port of disembarkation, "lost to enemy action." DiGiorgio explains the strange language: "It was early in the war and the U.S. Coast Guard was putting down 'lost to enemy action' if your vessel was sunk. But they didn't do it for very long, because a few months after the Afoundria went down, the government would put on your discharge the port you came into on whatever vessel had rescued you." Shipped in WWII Combat Zones A month after being torpedoed and rescued, DiGiorgio was on an­ other merchant vessel. As a watertender on the Robert E. Lee, he sailed from New Orleans to the islands in the lesser Antilles, assisting in the rescue of survivors of ships that had been lost at sea as a result of war activity. During WWII, DiGiorgio also sailed on runs to Europe and Northern Africa. He was on a vessel that provided supplies for the invasion of Palermo and the invasion of the mainland of Italy. He shuttled between Italy and Tunisia for many months and also sailed back and forth in the WA* SniPTIWO ADMINDTRATION MrCiimiwii MWh Im Ww Zmt Bw WAR IHIPRING ATMINISTRATION rz.-sr.T.'or: WAR SHlPriHO AOMmtmiATtOH % One of DiGiorgio's favorite ways to relax Is fishing. Here he and his wife, Rita, proudly display the sallflsh the couple caught during a fishing trip off the coast of Mexico. -Treasurer Qetlres the SIU's Mediterranean to the European theater until the end of the war. Looking back on his experiences in the combat zones of WWII, DiGiorgio recalled, "I never really gave death any thought. . . When we were shuttling from Tunisia to Naples,*there were bombings every night. Mount Vesuvius used to light up the sky and every night about seven o'clock you could look forward to the Germans coming. All they had to do is follow the light in the sky and they would bomb Naples. On the ship we would wait and wait. Every night it was a horrible feeling. But I always headed for the engineroom. For some reason, I felt secure in the engineroom." Brother DiGiorgio continued to sail after the war, participating in many of the union's strikes and other major beefs. In 1951, Paul Hall, who was heading the SIU's Atlantic and Gulf District at that time, assigned DiGiorgio to solidify the union's inroads in the passenger line trades. In 1952, DiGiorgio was elected to his first full-time position in the union — Baltimore patrolman. In the '50s, DiGiorgio helped open the Sea Chest, the union's vehicle for providing high quality personal effects to seafarers at a reasonable cost. In I960, DiGiorgio served as one of the joint patrolmen in New York and in the balloting of 1964 was elected to the position of New York port agent. Assumes Duties of Secretary-Treasurer When A1 Kerr died in January of 1972, Paul Hall, then president of the Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District and in the same position in SIU of North America, appointed Joe DiGiorgio to execute the constitutional duties of the secretary-treasurer. In the union's next round of elections a few years later, DiGiorgio was elected to the position of secretary-treasurer by the union's membership. In every election since that time, the rank-and-file has returned DiGiorgio to the post, which he has held under the administrations of York. I couldn't wait to haye a child bom in that fantastic city. It was a great feeling when it happened." , Together, Joe and Rita DiGiorgio have enjoyed raising a family. "I am very proud of my family," DiGiorgio said. "Besides my family and the union, I had very few other interests, although my wife and I do like boating and fishing." Reflections on the Future In leaving the post he has held for the past 18 years, DiGiorgio said he felt "sad in some ways and happy in other ways. I am sad because this is a new era for the maritime industry and I see enormous growth potential and the union has young, progressive officials at the helm, starting with Mike Sacco as president. With this kind of leadership and fresh ideas, tremendous things can happen and I feel sad I won't be a part of this change and growth pattern." "But on the other hand, I have been at this for the last 40 years and I ani happy that I will have some more free time." "I am also looking forward to the time when I will see my grandson enter the Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship as a trainee. I think the school is one of the union's and the industry's greatest accomplish­ ments. When I think back to what Charles Logan did with Hope Haven and its vocational programs, I can see how the Lundeberg School has taken Logan's dreams and put them to work," DiGiorgio added. In retirement. Brother DiGiorgio expects to increase his boating and fishing activities. But completely severing his relationship with the union is out of the question. "I will never really retire from the union. Certainly, I am retiring from the position of secretary-treasurer. But I will never retire from the people I have spent the last 40 years working and living with. "I will always be available to serve the interests of the union that has treated me in my lifetime so well," Brother DiGiorgio concluded. ,',V. • » ; \ • :f\ Joe DiGiorgio served with three SIU presidents. When he assumed the office of secretary-treasurer, the union's chief officer was Paul Hall (on the right In the first photograph with former SUP President Morris Welsberger). When Hall died In 1980 and Frank Drozak succeeded him, DiGiorgio continued as secretary-treasurer. (Drozak Is on the left In the center photograph.) Michael Sacco (In the third photograph), who has been at the union's helm since 1988 was the third SIU president to work with DiGiorgio In his capacity of secretary-treasurer. the SIU's three presidents — Paul Hall, the union's chief executive officer until his death in 1980; Frank Drozak, who served until cancer claimed his life in 1988, and Michael Sacco, who leads the union today. Looking back upon his work as a union official, DiGiorgio said he was most proud of the role he played in bettering the lives of seamen, "l remember convincing the owner of Falcon Carriers in the late '60s to build his ships with private rooms for the unlicensed crew at a time when this was unheard of in the American tramp fleet." :• Raising a Family Brother DiGiorgio met his wife, Rita, during the war at a time when he was sailing in and out of New York. At the age of 28, Joe DiGiorgio married Rita Shepard. The DiGiorgio's have two children, one bom in New Jersey, the other in New York City. DiGiorgio reminisced about the decision he and his wife made to have one of their children bora in New York City. "I thought New York was the greatest city in the world. Every­ thing I never knew existed as a backwoods Louisiana boy was in New Port Agent DIGIorgto gives SIU member Frank Travis his third engineer's license In 1970. liiiRniB DiGiorgio and Mooney, who also served as an SIU official, swap some sea stories when ' Mooney recently visited head­ quarters. �•t ' sufARmm mru Operations Are Non-Stop Aboard American Republic mmtmu imJM I iliiiiiliiTiiiiMiitoi From left to right, Milan MilkovicH," Cheryl Stamper, Fred Kearns and Scott May are part of the crew keeping the Bob-Lo vessels running on the , Detroit River. Deckhand J Doug Shearer and Captain Kampfert oversee work in the shipyard on the launch Friendship used by Bob-Lo. Although September officially is listed on the calen­ dar as the final month of summer, it marks the onset of winter for SIU crews aboard two Great Lakes vessels. The Columbia and St Clair are passenger steam­ ships that carry up to 3,000 passengers at a time to Bob-Lo Island amusement park in the Detroit River during summer. According to Algonac Port Agent Jack Allen, the pair is believed to be the last major passenger ships still plying the Great Lakes regularly. Both ^ps, along with several smaller launches used by the company, laid up last month at the end of the four-month season for the park. The last of the crewmembers needed for layup signed off earlier this month. Some of them make themselves available for relief work on Great Lakes vessels while others go home until they are called back in April, Allen said. The Columbia and St. Clair are known as "up-downers" because of their engines which "work like sewing i*-. machines, going up and down, when they are running," Allen said. Both are former coal-burners but have b^n converted to use oil for fuel. They average between 16 and 18 miles per hour. During the season, the two operate approximately 12 hours daily shuttling tourists from a dock just souA of downtown Detroit to the island about 14 miles south on the Canadian side of the river, which flows between Lake St. Clair to the north and Lake Erie to the south. Launches are used to supplement the two ships when crowds are large and for late evening return trips. On certain summer weekends, the two passenger vessels offer night excursions with live music. Crewmembers generally work three to four weeks to get the vessels ready each spring and stay onboard another three to four weeks in the fall to prepare them for layup. ^ ^ Nighttime operations are noth­ ing new and unusual for the men and women who sail aboard SIUcrewed merchant vessels. For the crew of the American Republic, it is almost a daily ritual. The American Steamship Com­ pany self-unloader runs along the southern shore of Lake Erie carry­ ing taconite ore from Lorain, Ohio to Cleveland for LTV Steel. Dur­ ing the Great Lakes shipping sea­ son, it makes the round trip sdmost everyday. "There is not much difference between loading during the day or night," said Bosun Teriry Henratta. "You just have to be more careful at night." The docking area is lit so heav­ ily that parts of the ship appear to be drenched in daylight radier than covered by darkness. Crewmembers adjust their per­ sonal habits to catch sleep when­ ever they can because of the continual loading and unloading. The American Republic, named after the old Republic Steel Com­ pany, is one of the smaller vessels in the ASC fleet. It was built spe­ cifically to carry the ore through the Cuyahoga River with all of its twists and turns to the steel mill up river from downtown Cleveland. The 635-foot ship has bow and stem thrusters as well as eight rud­ ders for the river's sharp turns. The pilot house is located on the stem so the pilot can handle the ship going backward as well as for­ ward. Crewmembers told a LOG re­ porter that they like sailing aboard the American Republic becaiuse it is one of the first vessels to fit out and one of the last to lay up each year because of its run along the lower part of the Great Lakes. Algonac Launch Takes Member toTug SIU crewmembers are flown to many parts of tfie world to replace brotfiers and sisters wfio must sign off vessels because of emergencies. However, in an emergency on ttie Great Lakes, members don't fiave that far to go. SIU launches, like the one above taking AB Tankerman Patrick Matthes to the tugboat Mary E. Hannah, are used to keep vessels moving in the Algonac, Mich, area. �0 oaoBemm . .. ..' Ws"J-..-S'^---, - IstLt. Alex Boaayman Returns from Persian Gulf Continued from page 2 •••V A^J -;--y,;.-" .•-•>• vV._' with cargo that includes everything from tanks and ammunition to food and medical supplies, the prepositioning vessels are a vital part of the military's strategy to quickly get equipment to an area of poten­ tial conflict. The prepositioning vessels be-, came an integral part of the nation's defense arsenal after the Iranian hostage crisis in the late '70s when the United States learned the value of having mili­ tary resources stationed close to trouble areas. For the current Pers­ ian Gulf military activation, the prepositioning ships based in Diego Garcia were the first SIUcrewed vessels to arrive in the Middle East, and were also some of the first ships to reach the area with supplies. Bosun Tom Anderson, a re­ tired Navy veteran from St. Louis who is still in the reserves, had spent nine years sailing around Viemam. He stated he was happy not to be on active duty, but looked forward to this assignment because sailing was more interesting duty than being at anchor. Anderson be­ lieves the prepositioning ships like the Bonnyman can play a vital role in the nation's forward deployment defense strategy. Because the ves­ sels are maintained in a constant .state of readiness and are stationed near the world's hot spots, the pre­ positioning ships can get to any critical area quickly, as they re­ cently did during Operation Desert iShield. Anderson stated that the Bonny man's crew "handled the job well, and the professionalism they showed was exemplary." All onboard the Bonnyman said their first trip to the Gulf had been a tense one. It had taken place in the early days of the activation and there was not much information available on the situation in the Gulf. Rumors swept through the vessel that the Persian Gulf had been mined. AB Wray Sweatt, who sails out of the port of Jack­ sonville, admitted he was a bit un­ easy when he found out where the ship was going—not only because of mines, but also about the possi­ bility of chemical or gas warfare. Chief Electrician Charlie Chancey also felt the apprehen­ sion. "There were a few marines already there, but we were one of the first ships, and we didn't have much cover. It was pretty touchy not knowing what was going on. We were sitting still, always won­ dering what was going on." When the vessel arrived in Saudi Arabia, AB Heley Maine, who comes from Mobile, was in­ jured aboard ship, and was allowed into town (by ambulance) to get help. He said the whole situation in town was very tense. The Iraqis were so close. Fortunately, the AB's injury was not major and he was able to continue working aboard ship. The SIU crewmembers saw a lot of empty tankers outside the Gulf. And from time to time the ship was buzzed by unidentified aircraft. To help ease the concern, extra look­ outs were posted and two Saudi frigates sailed as the Bonnyman's escorts. After unloading their cargo in Saudi Arabia, the Bonnyman was ordered to Bahrain as a possible evacuation ship for Americans stuck in the region, but after nine days returned to the United States—to the port of Jacksonville. Good Cooperation When interviewed in Jackson­ ville by a staff member of the Sea­ farers LOG, SIU members all agreed there was good cooperation between the officers and crew aboard the vessel. Everyone looked out for each other. Every member of the crew pitched in. Seafarers aboard the Bonnyman also gave high marks to Captain Dan Goff, the vessel's master. Captain Goff provided the crew with information—what little he had—and set a good example by keeping calm, the hard-working members reported. The steward department also rallied. With only 12 hours to pre­ pare to leave Diego Garcia, no ar­ rangements had been made to provide stores for a possible oper­ ation. The steward tried to get as much as possible before sailing. And though stores were limited. Chief Cook William Hare did an exceptional job feeding the men. Seafarers onboard told the LOG. Steward Bernard Tyler, who sails out of Algonac, both deep sea and Great Lakes, estimated that with the cooperation of the military, the Bonnyman's galley gang prepared and served more than 7,000 meals. The steward department worked hard to provide good and plentiful food, taking into account that many U.S. soldiers already stationed in the area would come aboard for some home cooking. Adjusting to the Heat The heat was especially difficult to adjust to for many crewmembers. The climate in the Persian Gulf is not a dry heat like the crewmembers were used to in Diego Garcia, but a very humid one. AB Maino said the heat was so stifling that when a person stepped out of the house it was "like walking into a concrete wall." Another AB said the humidity was so high that he was drenched in sweat within five minutes, breath­ ing and perspiring heavily. This high heat and humidity led to a drain on the air conditioning system, but the engine crew did a great job in trying to eliminate the strain caused by the excessive heat; fellow Seafarers reported. Tyler noted that in Saudi Arabia, the con­ ditions at the dock were scorching, and soldiers stationed there would come onboard just tp get cool. Chief Electrician Chancey said things went smoothly in the engine room, however the big concern was for the rising temperatures, es­ pecially of the water going through the air conditioning system. Ships like the Bonnyman, he noted, were built for cold water sailing. Steward Assistant Thomas Maley from the port of New York stated that "ice water was at a pre­ mium," and that the heat particu­ larly affected the deck department and those who had to work outside. He was also quite emotional in talking about the military chap­ lains on shore who wanted no spe­ cial treatment like coming aboard ship for a good meal or to get cooled off. The chaplains would bring U.S. soldiers suffering from heat or malnutrition onboard, but had to be heavily persuaded to stay themselves for a short respite. Nick Kratsas, port agent in Bal­ timore, met the ship in Jacksonville upon its retum. He said the Bonny­ man had a great crew. "They really pulled together during some very scary times," Kratsas said. "The team spirit amongst the crew was clearly evident when I held a union meeting," the SIU official noted. Phipf Flprtrician Charlie ^ rh;mrpvwa«;keDtbusvthis >5.^. trio makino sure the air con- Jacksonville Patrolman Torw McQuay, left, goes over some ditioning was working paperwork with DEU David Powers of Brooklyn, N.Y. Slicing the bacon for a dinner specialty is Michael K. "Stew Burner" Bernard whose motto is, "When It's Smoking, It's Cooking: When It's Burning, It's Ready!" K:' .''ii' • -' SA John Huyett of St. Louis, left, sets the table while SA Amos Myers of Mo­ bile fills the fruit bowl. Myers is a grad­ uate of Piney Point class #431. 'A , Bosun Tom Anderson of St. Louis, seated, and Steward/Baker Bernard Tyler of Algonac are happy to be back. Baltimore Port Agent Nick Kratsas, left, met the Bonnyman in Jacksonville. With him are AB Heley AB Larry Cochrane of Mainoof Mobile (seated) and AB Tom Olive of Jack- Jacksonville particisonville. pates in the meeting. K.: n J �'.-^u^..*w{,_,.«p\';^_:^:».-v- -viJvwwvj:; - '•• SOFARiRS £06 I «• A Sea Story I Wy': '4" i 'I t<'• • •''} •f. . ;; .fir' C-vM; fei, fc: 't •' v ??"•• I'^' .v. :^ > n 19521 was on a freighter run­ ning down to the islands and the north coast of South America. One trip we went into Dutch Gui­ ana and went on up the Surinam River to a bauxite mine way up in the jungle. We were the first ship of that size to go up there, and it was some trip. The river twisted and tumed and was quite narrow, so we had to have a tug at each end to get us around the bends. Mon­ keys were jumping on and off the ship all the way up. Like I said, it was quite a trip. We docked at the mine just be­ fore supper and were told we'd be leaving first thing in the morning with the high tide after taking half a load of bauxite. Well, my watch partner, who was a strong, silent type with a build like Tarzan and an adventurous nature, wanted to go up the river that night and catch a crocodile for his brother in the States who had just opened a pet shop, thinking the croc would bring a little publicity. So after supper we hired an old native to take us up the river in his dugout canoe. We only had to pay him about six bars of soap and two tin cans (large ones for cooking), so his work came cheap. Well, we started on up the river, and imme­ diately we heard drums beating away. This was head-hunter coun­ try, and the natives were passing the word that we were on the way up river into their territory. We had prepared for this by bringing along some extra soap and cans, which we planned to take to the headhunter chief. So that was our first stop. We went to the main village of the head-hunters in that area to see this most powerful chief and pow-wowed with him, assuring him that we were only looking for crocodiles, not natives. We gave him our paltry tribute, and he sig­ nalled his drummers to pass the Word that we were not to be harmed, which the drummers took care of promptly. We left the village and contin­ ued on up the river, which was an adventure filled with huge snakes and so forth; but to get to the point, I'll simply say that we did catch a crocodile, a mean one about six feet long. We tied him up in the canoe and went back to the ship, arriving at about five in the morn­ ing. We were tired and knew we'd be getting up soon to undock the ship, so we made a quick plan to get a few minutes' shuteye before the callout. We had to stash the croc and didn't want to waste any time doing it, so we put it into the Chief Steward's shower and pulled the curtain. Well, it wasn't long before we were awakened by a lot of shouting and running. The Chief Steward was out in the passageway stark naked hollering, "Agg-g-h!!! There's a crocodile in my shower!!! Agg-g-g-h!!!" Well, we had to get up and stash the croc somewhere else right away. Who could guess the Steward was going to take a shower that morning? We got back to the States in a few days and went into Mobile to unload. The big question was how we were going to get the croc past Customs and into the country. My idea was to tie a heaving line around the croc's neck and just hang it over the side in the water until after the ship was cleared, but my partner wanted to do it differ­ ently. He tied a six-foot piece of line around thecroc's neck and tied the other end to an empty five-gal­ lon kerosene can to act as a marker buoy. Of course this method re­ quired waiting until the last minute to throw the croc overboard so he wouldn't get too far away. That's what my partner wanted to do, and that's what he did. But he did it in a damn fool way. When you come into Mobile the river goes right by the downtown area before you get to the docks. Well, my partner waits until we're in that area and throws the croc over right across from the building where the U.S. Customs was housed. He threw it off on the off­ shore side; that is, on the side away from the building, but when he did a Customs man saw him. They al­ ways watch for the ships to go by and then start out on their way to the docks to meet them. Well, when that agent saw my partner throw what he thought was a big bundle over the side he alerted his boss, who immediately notified all enforcement agencies in the area to be on the lookout for a big drug caper. He also ordered all available Customs agents to meet our ship and go over it like a bunch of in­ quisitive ants. So when we docked, what happens? We're swarmed by a whole squad of Customs men who tear the ship apart and make an investigation. But nobody knows anything about drugs, just about a crocodile. And the Customs isn't going for that story. They think the whole ship is in on a conspiracy and a cover-up and they decide to keep a 24-hour watch on the ship until they un­ cover the plot. In addition, their boss gets the yen for a little hot publicity and releases the news to the papers, who come out with the headline, "HUGE HEROIN HAUL HINTED" in the evening papers. While all of that was going on my partner, who had sneaked off the ship immediately after dock­ ing, was missing, and the Customs knew of that from taking a rollcall on the ship. When my partner tumed up missing all enforcement agencies were again alerted, and the Coast Guard got on the scent and searched the harbor. Who do they find but my partner in a rented speedboat looking for the croco­ dile. So they hail him down, hold­ ing a machine gun on him, and bring him back to the ship, claim­ ing they've captured the ring­ fa-': i#iXlll!;.gri«;^^^,^v--- -i'l., 'p--: 'f. MEMOIRS OF A SEAMAN BY SlU MEMBER FREDERIC CARPENTER leader. They grill him and then tum him loose for lack of evidence, but they are convinced something funny is going on and refuse to give up the investigation. After all, who in heck would go to all this trouble to bring a crocodile into the coun­ try? Well, Customs continued to maintain a 'round-the-clock watch on us. They had one man lurking around on the dock sidling in and put of the warehouses, one man at the head of the gangway, one man constantly patrolling the midship house, and a man on each end of the ship watching so no one skulked off the ship by climbing down the mooring lines. They acted like they were in on the big­ gest dmg bust in the history of Mobile and took their jobs very seriously. Among other things, they checked every man who came and went on the gangway. This went on for a couple of days until Friday, when one of the country boys from North Alabama figured he'd go fishing for the weekend and spend the night in the woods. He rounded up a blanket, a frying pan, and all that stuff, as well as some food from the cook, who gave him a big jar of flour mixed with commeal to fry his fish. Well, when he went off the gangway the nitwit Customs man searched him and whooped with delight, hollering, "I got 'im! I got 'im! The pickup man! This is it! Look at all this heroin!" meaning the jap of flour. So they arrest the kid and send the jar to the lab for analysis. The boss of Customs is so excited he calls the newspapers again and releases a story, which the papers headline, "BAD BOYS BUSTED ON BOAT," which cre­ ates quite a stir in the community. That night a lot of people come down to the docks to look over this notorious ship with its nefarious crew. Well, imagine the consternation the next day when it's leamed from the lab that the flour is really flour. Naturally, the papers had stayed on top of the story, and when this hap­ pened they decided to do an indepth story about the whole thing. So they came down to the ship with a reporter and a photographer and interviewed everybody. They got the whole story and took pictures of me and my partner, and the next morning they have a feature article entitled "CROC-CATCHERS CONFOUND CUSTOMS." As you can imagine, my partner and I are celebrities, and all kinds of people come down to the ship that afternoon saying, "Right on, men! That's showin' 'em!" and all like that. A lot of those people were wearing beads and feathers and all, and I think they were just tickled that somebody had put something over on the U.S. Customs. We never did find that croco- 1958 Scholarship Winner Enjoys Writing Career Frederic Carpenter A 1958 union scholarship pro­ vided Brother Frederic Carpenter with an opportunity to further his book-learning and expand his ca­ reer opportunities. Throughout his life. Carpenter has continued to write about the sea and the adven­ tures of his brother seafarers. Carpenter joined the SIU at age 16 to see the world and live a life of adventure. He worked as a dish­ washer for a few months and then switched to the deck gang. He sailed as an ordinary seaman, then as an able bodied seaman and in deck maintenance. He also served as ship's bosun a couple of times. While sailing, he decided to pursue additional education. The scholarship program, started in 1953, gives SIU mem­ bers the opportunity to continue their schooling. In Carpenter's case, he was awarded the SIU scholarship at age 29 and went to Louisiana State University where he double majored in psychology, and sociology while continuing to ship. He graduated at age 35 and earned his third mate's license, sailing in that capacity for five years before giving up sea life for good. He became a successful technical writer and vice president of a communications firm in New Orleans for a while and presently works for the federal government's Occupational Safety and Health Administration. But his fondest memories are of the sea. In 1985 the Clearwater, Fla. resident resumed writing fic­ tion and has produced a couple of novellas, several short stories and a major portion of a long sea novel based upon his sailing days. The story on this page is an excerpt from that book. Carpenter, now 61 years old, has been published nine times in various quarterlies and has applied for a grant to finish the novel, en­ joying the vicarious reliving of "the thunder and the sunshine" of his sea years. 4 i 4 p. . .... . ifl, :.'r '' i ' •" y , 'l'- • —y - miyr �i»esW!to6*iww=rSreai^^ •rtitsseess" oaoBa imw 13 . ......V; SIU STEWARDS Nick Andrews, Kimberly Allen Carter With the combined skills of Chief Cook Michael and Joseph S. Smith consistently put forth exciting and Utin and Steward Assistant Sandra Martinez and tasty meals for their shipmates. The three steward departCarter, the USNS Contender's galley ^ng gives the ment members keep in touch with the Seaferers LOG, ship a reputation as a "good feed providing the union's publication widi the photographs appearCarter said Martinez, a recent iuateofthe Harry Lundeberg School in Piney ing on this page. Point, Maryland, and Utin made up an "ASteward BakerJoseph S. Smith has gained some fame among team.' Carter also is a graduate of the 3fthe-< rs for his out-oMhe-ordinary barbecues. his fellow union's training center, continually upmadSmith, who joined the union in 1963 ing in the steward department and aoding at the New York union hall, believes "a barbecue at sea is a morale booster and to her endorsements. She received a com­ it helps break up the monot- mendation from F.E. Clark, master of the USNS Contender, in which he stated, "I will at Sea On the USNS Contender works as a team, reports Steward Baker Kimberfy Allen Carter. ' ri 1 "f •• ,• 'if •; afloat for cleanliness; your galley will excel, without question." Chief Steward Nick Andrews, who re­ cently sailed on the Sea-Land Expedition, takes pride in the meals served on his ship. Andrews, who was bom in Greece and joined the union in 1979 in Seattle, is con­ stantly refining his recipes. He is known as a peitectionist who insists on balanced menus of high quality food that can meet any taste test. -:v • • . • • .-r.V 'v''. "•} :•: (I '' '•J:.-' 1 'oliday meals should serve"out-offhe-ordinary"fare, says Executive Chef Romeo Lupinacci who is mcharged with training SIU mem­ bers in the steward department "A great meal is an important part of any joyous occasion,"adds the culinary expert n)ho is based at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. On this page are tivo holiday menus and' corresponding recipesplanned by Executive Chef Lupinacci. "Of course, depending on stores and where die vessel is located, some aspects of the menus may not be possible to create," says Lupinacci "However, I know our stewards and chief cooks will do a fan­ tastic job with the ingredients they have available," Lupinacci concluded. Thanksgiving Dinner December Holiday Dinner Maryland Crab Harvest Bisque Shrimp Scampi Flamingo Stuffed Pennsylvania Style Capon with Natural Sauce and Apple Sausage Stuffing Whipped Potatoes Fresh Baked Honey Acom Squash Romaine, Red Onion and Tomato Salad Hot Assorted Biscuits and Croissants with Unsalted Whipped Butter Old Maryland Ham, Camembert with Fresh Seedless White Grapes Sacher Chocolate Torte Rich Fresh Colombian Coffee Beef Consomme Printaneir Baked Pompano Stuffed with Crabmeat Roast Prime Beef Yorkshire Pudding Fresh Green String Beans with Buttered Mushrooms Boiled Young New Red Potatoes Fresh Vegetable Crudites with Dip Mixed Salted Nuts and Candied Chocolates Deep Dish Apple Pie with Cheddar Cheese Egg Nog Coffee id Cra Bisque Crabmeat (boneless Sc. 8helless> Stock strained from crab shells Minced onion Minced celery Minced carrots Butter Chicken broth Heavyc*^'" Worcestershire sauce Louisiana hot sauce lay OldBai seasoining Sab To get 2 lbs. of crabmeat, boil and peel 24 large 2 lbs (MaiylantO crabs. Save liquid. Saute onions, celery and carrots in butter until 1 cup onions are glassy. Add 1 cup the following (in this 1 cup order): strained stock, 2tb8t>. chicken broth, crabmeaL Add heavy cream. Let 2 tsp. mhduie simmer. 1 Dint While simmering, add Worcestershire sauce, 2 dashes hot sauce and Old Bay seasoning. Add salt if 2 dashes necessaiy. Serves 4 to 6. ^tsp. to taste Consomme Printaneir Leanheef Beef knuckle Water Peppercorns BasU Diced celerv Diced carrot Diced onion Parslev Sab WlUl 2 01S. 1 %at. 2 V4 tsp. 1 tbsp. 1 tbsp. 1 tbsp. spriK 1 tsp. VA 1 cup just before serving. Cut meat into smaii pieces. Combine all ingredients inapot. Heat slowly to boiling point. Simmer 3 to 4 hours. Strain consomme through severai layers of cheesecloth and cool quickly. When cold, remove fat from top. Heat again, cool qulcl^ and remove remainder of tu. Serve hot. Garnish J Honey Acom Squash Wash squash thoroughly. Split Fresh whole squash down center sg[uash__ length-wise. Salt and slightly Sab butter complete open face of each side of squash. Place in Butter oiled baking dish. Squeeze Honev lemon juice on squash. Lemon juice Cover squash thoroughly with honey. Bake at 350 d^rees F. until squash is tender to fork test. Baste afew times while cooking. Romaine,RedOnion & Tomato Salad Romaine lettuce, cleaned and shredded 1 head Red onions, iullenned Tomatoes, ^e,ripe& firm, cut in sections Chopped green PepPet '/^cup Olive oil Fresh lemon iuice Cold water . Minced sarlic BasU Sab Pepper Combine romaine lettuce, red onions, tomatoes, green pepper and celery. Combine olive oil and lemon juice. Whip in cold water. Add g^c, soy sauce and basiL Add sab and pepper to taste. "heap 4oz. 3 0Z. 4 oz. 2 tsp. 1 tsp. 2 tsp. to taste to taste Shrimp Scampi V Hamlngo Green shrimp 21ba SUced fresh mushrooms 1 CUP Garlic, crushed 3 doves Olive oU 2 0Z. 1 tbsp. Sweet basU Chopped fresh parsley 2 tbsp. Minced onion 2 tbsp. Sweet vermouth 3 oz. to taste Sab Pepper to taste Worchestershire sauce 3 dashes Louisiana hot sauce 3 dashes / Capon 6 lbs. Chopi>ed celery Choptied onion Chopped carrots to taste Sab (see recipe) Peel 21 to 35 large shrimp. Take out vein, but leave the taU. In hot saute pan add (in this order): olive oil, garlic, onions, shrimp, mushrooms. When shrimp begin to curl, add all remaining ingredi­ ents. Serve hot. Pompano with Crabmeat Pompano fiUets 2 lbs. Diced green onions 3 Chopped mushrooms 3 oz. Butter 1 tbsp. Flour 1 tbsp. Stock 2 CUPS Sab to taste Pepper to taste Whbe wine I tbsp. SUghtly beaten OKVolk 1 Crabmeat 1 CUP Butter* 4 tbsp. Sab V? tsp. 1 Sliced lemon Parslev sprig Brown onions and mushrooms iightly in butter. Mhc in flour and stock. Season with salt and pepper to taste and boil for 5 minutes. Add wine, butter, sab and slightly beaten egg yolk to crabmeat. Cook until thickened, stirring constantly. Place some of crabmeat . mixture on half of each fillet Fold other half on top. Cover wbh sauce. Plue on buttered (of oiled) sheet. Cover with aluminum foil and seaL : Bake in hot oven (400 < degrees F.) for 10 minutes. Garnish with 1 . 1lemon slices and parsley. Dress and clean capon. Rub inside well with sab. Stuff capon with apple sausage stuffing. Put on rack inpan. Addoneinch of water beneath rack in pan. Arrange vegetables around pan. Bake in slow oven 325 degrees for 22 to 30 minutes per pound. While cooking, baste capon frequentiy. Prepare gravy from drivings. semrnrnlm If ' r Roast Prime Rib of Beef Wipe off meat with a Prime rib roast of beef 5«lbs. damp cloth sprinkled to taste with salt and pepper. Sab Place on rack In pan and Pepper to taste roast uncovered in slow oven 300 degrees F. Allow 35 to 40 mbiutes perpound. ServesA YorksMre Pudding Roast Capon -a ''sUted flour 1 CUP Sift flour and salt togetlKr. Beat eggs until Sab Va tsp. light and add sifted Eggs 3 ingredients, mixing welL Milk 1 CUP milk gradually and beat 2 minutes with rotary egg beater. Prepare pudding in time to pour into pan 30 minutes b^re beef has finished roasting. Place beef to one side of roasting paiL Four off all fat except >/« cup and pour in pudding to depth of inch. Return to hot oven (400 degrees F.) to cook 30 minutes. Cut intosquares and serve at once. Yorkshire pudding may be baked separately in oblong pan heated very hot and well greased with beef drippings. 5fmer & [ApdeSausMe ;apon J Stuffing for Cap Soft bread crumbs or.cubes 4 cups Choi>ped apples 1 CUP Sab ?»PPepper. Jltep, IVicups Mi. Combine bread crumbs, chopped apples, salt and pepper. Brown sausage subtly and add to bread stuffing. Stuff lightly into capon, allowing room far expansion. i5. « • - '- • 5,: •"•'i M. ;; �When the Raleign Bay came into the )rK'for a payoff, the fol port of New YorK lowing SlU members were among the crew: AB R. Lugo, AB Jimmy Ocot, AB Doug Craft, Chief Cook S. Morales, AB A. Porcari, Steward/Baker Edgardo Vazquez, AB R. Tuttie and Chief Electrician D. Greiner. .• y ^ 'CJ • ^ "'"'i J,' ••' V/vr' V -nvr •; ):• = Carlton Hall, recertified bosun and chairman aboard the Raleigh Bay. Ships crewed by SIU members often call on the port of New York/New Jersey. Within the last few months, many vessels have loaded and unloaded their cargoes there, among them the Robert E. Lee, the USNS Altair, the SeaLand Raleigh Bay and the American Eagle. When docked at piers in the New York/New Jersey area, union representa­ tives from the hall in Brooklyn meet with erewmembers onboard to settle any grievances or beefs that may have arisen during the voyage, and to inform erewmembers of the latest union news that may affect them and their families. For example, when Pacific Gulf Marine's American Eagle came into port. New York Port Agent Kermett Mangram spoke to Seafarers about union brotherhood and the obliga­ tion all members have to keep the SIU strong to maintain job security. Crewmembers also discussed the importance of legis­ lation and government regulations to the maritime industry. The payoff meeting was also a good time to discuss gov­ ernment regulations regarding the alcohol and drug testing policies aboard ship which have been instimted in accor­ dance with the U.S. Coast Guard. Aboard Bay Tankers' USNS Altair, there was a discus­ sion about welfare plan benefits. Engineroom Seafarers sailing on Sea-Land's Raleigh Bay with QMED ratings were advised to advance to die next higher classification as called for in a recent Seafarers Appeals Board action. And aboard Waterm^ Steamship Co.'s Robert E. Lee, some beefs were settled. The situations vary with each vessel that comes into port, but the experience of the crew with regard to the new drug testing procedures and the need for cooperation and respect for fellow crewmembers is the same on every ship, reports Mangram. ABOVE Larry Ambrose, bosun aboard iru tthe USNS Altair. LEFT Darrin McCabe, wiper aboard the USNS Altair. IQ •W.' At the New York payoff of the American Eagle, the following crewmem­ bers got together for a group photo. From the left, they are AB F.M. Rose, AB James Rush, Bosun Billy Eastwood, AB Spiiios J. Kosturos, Electrician Earl Chappel, AB Willie Marsk and Wiper Richard David. nil �imkm\ i'V?: •.?s "^Ivir^v, f'V,"•:-"* ' '7V-"'f^'Ti,''7 ,- -?=? 43 States Provide Veterans' Benefits to WWII Mariners W orld War II merchant mariners, who fiobtained recognition as veterans from the federal government in 1987, are ex­ tended the same consideration by 43 states and the District of Columbia. Seven states—Dela­ ware, Kansas, Massachusetts, Michigan, Ohio, Oklahoma and South Dakota—have not yet credited WWII seamen with veterans' status. Of these seven states, only South Dakota's govemment apparatus currently is considering legisla­ tion that will grant veterans' status to WWII mariners. Evety state in the United States, with the exception of Utah, has an office of veterans' affairs. Each state offers a variety of services to veterans who reside within its jurisdiction. These state veterans' benefits are designed to supple­ ment and add to the ones offered by the federal government. Fight to Secure Vet Status The more than 40-year-old battle to obtain justice for American seamen who shipped dur­ ing WWn was won on a national level in 1988 after the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) was forced to rethink its opinion that civilian mariners lacked veterans' status. rnally Chart of State Benefits On Next Two Pages A court case seeking the same treatment for WWII seamen as other veterans of the WWII armed services receive was decided in favor of the civilian mariners in July of 1987. As a result, the Air Force, which serves as the designated agency for DOD on certain veterans' matters, ruled that WWII seamen would be considered veterans. In January of 1988, when the Air Force announced its decision, federal veterans' bene­ fits became available for WWII mariners in Jan­ uary 1988. For the past two years and nine months, WWII civilian mariners have been learning the ropes of the federal veterans' benefits system in order to. obtain the benefits to which ^ey are entitled. Among the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) benefits that have become available to WWn mariners are disability compensation, de­ pendency and indemnity compensation, pen- This old World War li-era photo shows SlU member Bob Little as he leaves the New York hiring hall at 51 Beaver Street to meet the ship to which he has been assigned. 'ill® ®''4 ' • A merchant ship hits a mine In the above World War ll-era photo, while at right, two survivors of a blown-up ship cling to some floating debris while waiting to be rescued. sions, medical care, dental treatment, home loan guarantees, burial benefits and vocational reha­ bilitation. Local Veterans' Benefits Many states followed the federal government's lead and extended veterans status to WWII mariners who lived in their states. In the 43 states and the District of Columbia which have recognized WWII merchant mari­ ners as veterans, individuals who shipped during the war are eligible to participate in local welfare programs established by that local govemment for its citizens. While state veterans' benefits vary widely, some of the more common state offerings to former combatants are burial allowances, educa­ tional assistance, financial help, employpient as­ sistance, reduced-cost recreational and business licenses, special license plates, access to state vetermis nursing homes, exemption from certain taxes, housing assistance and guardianship ser­ vices. States Supplement Benefits In many cases, the types of benefits available from the state extend and fill in gaps in the VA's programs. For example, in addition to burial flags, allowances and other rights from the VA, some states provide surviving family members of veterans a stipend for the cost of the setting of headstones as well as a space in the state's veterans' cemetery for the merchant seaman and his family. Admittance to a state veterans' nurs­ ing home is another benefit from most states. Many veterans' benefits provided by states, just as with some federal programs, are meanstested or conditioned upon an individual's in­ ability to pay. A nearly universal state benefit is the issuance of free or low-cost driving, fishing and hunting licenses to disabled veterans. Tax Breaks in Some States Certain property tax and income tax exemp­ tions are widely available for disabled veterans. A fair number of states also provide tax breaks on property to all veterans. State income tax breaks on VA pension or disability payments is an advantage extended to veterans by many local govemments. New Jersey and Arizona run special transpor­ tation programs for veterans who have a hard time getting around. Similarly, North Carolina makes special arrangements to help veterans get to the polls on election day. Other states provide low-cost loans for hous­ ing and other purposes, such as the Cal-Vet loan program which has provided loans to veterans for repairs in the wake of recent California earth­ quakes. Sometimes, however, these types of , benefits, such as housing and educational loans and grants, are contingent on a veteran having used up his federal benefit. Texas has its Veter­ ans Land Program to help former combatants V purchase at least five acres of land. Maine offers a mortgage insurance program to veterans. In a handful of states, including New York and South Carolina, merchant seamen of World War II are now qualified to purchase wartime military credits in the public retirement pro­ grams for the years they sailed in the merchant marine during WWII. Minnesota, Illinois OfferCash Minnesota offers money to WWII veterans in the form of a war bonus. Illinois also has a bonus program, providing a $15 a month stipend to WWII veterans who saw foreign service or $900 to their surviving spouse. Alaska and Kentucky offer some educational opportunities should the former WWII seamen care to take advantage of such programs. Veterans' affairs officials in the seven states that do not recognize WWII seamen as veterans did tell the Seafarers LOG that representatives of their offices will provide some assistance to WWII mariners. Specifically, most of the seven states' veterans offices will help the WWII mer­ chant mariner in filing for federal benefits. Eligibility Varies by State Each state has unique residency and eligibility requirements for WWII veterans applying for state benefits. Any WWII mariner seeking state veterans' benefits should consult with his state veterans' affairs office. While the LOG has tried to summarize some of the veterans benefits available in each state on the following two pages, this chart should only be used as an introduction. To find out exactly what eligibility requirements are in each state and what benefits are available to WWII veter­ ans, contact the state offices listed on page four of this supplement. Seafarers LOG, October Supplement—Pagel r: • • �•'-. .^•r...'-••••• ' • - • r,1••" ':-;•^•'!'-V;^^•' "•'5' 'f;-I'iv/; - h,. •:, • .•J . VTt-; - ••;'•• ^' iigirtiSiiiiiMiii^ I^OSKilf&S^a —VIui'i r-it <rt-i •7-.'»'w- jf. * • '. a » •-»« J-r.••! The state veterans' affairs office should be contacted for specific information pertaining to eligibility, residency and other requirements. Even if a particular state does not recognize merchant mariners as veterans, an interested individual should still contact his state's veterans' affairs office because certain benefits are available on a case-by-case basis. In addition, there are many other kinds of benefits available from state governments other than the ten listed in this chart. (See following page for addresses and phone numbers of veterans' affairs offices for each state.) . If. Burial Allowance/ Headstones/ State Cemetery Are WWII Merchant Mariners Recognized as Veterans? STATES Educational Benefits Employment Benefits Financial Assistance • • yy.3s •Alaba«»^-_ Yes Alaska \f'Xsr H f* V W , ,U|V Yes > . .•••;••;' "• • • •,, V-d,* "i'" V-w Yes V-d.l : S. '.7 .- - Colorado Yes !Connecticut . Delaware - ^ Yes ' No " V-l , d, d/c z, V* - d, w*' c*. s* zzv-z:;:-': :.d*'d d V-d,w V* d Yes Hawaii V; ' Yes , • ' " . Yes Iowa 'Z ^ MM" 'ICansaa No" Kentucky Yes Louisiana r - •• 1/ fffa a:S;illilSfYes Massachusetts • No Minnesota Yes _ ' ' ' • ^ , ;;•,.; „ Nebraska Yes V' f - . ., d/s,c Z •...-•y.-fy. -•. Oregon , .i? ^ Rhode Island •; • 7''. 7.Y.:--:'. .:..I ' 'a.-;; ^ Vy, • ' I : a -• .. ... ... .......... ... V -1, w, c Yes. V ......,,J...,-.J..,,,...,,. .. Yes South Dakota No^ : -'/yXlSt'' Texas •V - d/c 'f NoStateVA Vermont d d V \} Virginia Yes Washington Yes W\scons\n ' ''f... , Wyoming y\ KEY: '• -M V V'-d -"-z,-,:-:; v'• .•' z.v, - tz: ;^z:z->. Yes V-I.W.C V-d/c - d,l,s,c,w ilW ^ V'S' Wz-'J'-"' ' ' d V d V ''M'':':'^M•:7\<:y-V Yes V Yes V* V* d,w V* v-l - .-. -Q •\ 7 Z z;-' Kansas ; < ••-^'•• • '' '."'i '''1 Kentucky •- • • .i ' /H* ..;:z.z;yyyyyy|4yy#|zZ;zy;yzZyy Maryland '•/ .•"r*''-f--' " • '•'.' 'z dZ3'^!.:Z.zy;y'y.^',,.' Montana d Nebraska V V-w* d d ^ V.l,w ^ iZ: '. : ..' '•. ' / - •.-. . ;d:Z .z^^^V^:'::,Z-yd:z.y... Nevada New Hampshire V New Jersey New Mexico V New York North Carolina V* ' z/. •• ;• 3'•;•;/:= :' l ' • '-z-. •• ••• " , , •- . -•:,- z\'Z?rtvy:.-;z\Vyy,,\ V '-• .• . ' , '• •••• '- i • ; ••zz-.---Z"y.:-7.Z ^ V :d:z;y'."-y".: ^ r,d V - w, d V-r,d,w* ' yZ-V\Z'| z ••' _ V d,w Zy y • " •"• . —L—— .!:Z , Oklahoma '—: V Oregon V Pennsylvania . ?, -Z •-..".iZ .• >. Z' -•• ••••VZ '-. " Z Rhode Island V ' •'• •• ' .-• •' •• • * Tennessee . i- ' %V,'<ZJZ Vermont Virginia . Wisconsin V-l f , ! . ..... West Virginia Zz. • r 3.-..-.y.^jsrtivi.^.a.yftsyai.^z- .z-.' v: -.• d •.'•--J Texas Washington .: '.- South Carolina V V .-z--;.. y \! '::'yK.: ':J- r-^ South Dakota V zZ.' ^z:Z;-zZ.y:.y-Z '• •'• ••'.{ f V y'" y"'7 M... Ii Ohio MMwiM.' z.yy# z.• •., c,d,w* • North Dakota V 'MM V - r, d, w* z'".,i ^^ ••"• '; • • z4syz---yz • • V-r,d V V ' ' MMhM: 'v.,-4y:\..',,,f.-.-.V ,;y"-.:yZ%zfZzZivZ;4-y V*-d,r,w* .-y-'...'Z^lvzz 'Z Z; •.••y; w d d "ZzZ4~^'^:y}y,,Z 4 .. yy • '..y.^. .yyy.4zz#yz.zs y z:4yK»zs.;MZiz^^ ' V-d - y .1 V*-T,d J Missouri d • /•v '••••:'-V', .-= " ! •• •. •'( S • I-;'- .>'.••• . *'-".••••.,. •••.• J ••-•>•.• - •'"•• -ll'J'.-.-^.•'- -; i •'• Minnesota V-w,d V-d Wyoming ' f'VZ"'' . f'y •.:•••'••'' , ^ ; z n. ', •": •• ^ Michigan V . d ' f . Zf, V.-* -=; ' d d • d f = Under legislative review for possible change i = Certain qualifications apply * = Limited benefits Indiana Maine y V - w*, d ' . -y ... , yv Iowa yzv.;., d ' 3' •' Z V - d, w, c V Z-' ••-. z..ZZ-:T-..-'ZZtsii4 V "^ vZ... . V d d zi; V - w*. s, d - 1 y -y Mississippi V V*-d vA33v;£:^^<4tZ' •-;• :z':-.z ' • T. . .' .••• z-.z,'-' V* Idaho v-l "' ^, d '4 i'h" l,d • • 3 '.'i iI • >- •- -• .. - • V - s, c ' . >VZ,. ', V f / :4'' ' Y y ' -Z- Louisiana d 1 d V-w,c V*-l , - Illinois V-d M.'' ' !:zZ.z:'yzzV-^t V*-c ^ Georgia Hawaii i>J"''%.. V ;v; ; V . J. y No State Benefits ® :T .f- V'-d d . -• V-d d/c,w V = Benefits are available to a//qualified and eligible veterans. Benefits either exclusively for, or special benefits for the following groups: w = veteran's widow/wldower 1 = means-tested or low-Income benefit c = children of veterans r = retired veteran d = disabled veterans d/c = children of disabled or deceased veteran s=spouse d/s = spouse of disabled or deceased veteran I'® fMMMi Florida ..J J yv • d yZZ^;;-,.yy,y:,,. ;V>d,1S;\^ ,_ , _ •.! •' ' " /'z.-' V - w, s, d Seafanrs LOG, Ociober Supplement-Page 2 .r- " '; - Connecticut • . Z ;• d : Yes West Virginia ' •• V • • dZz,-;, •'. • V- •,- Colorado • .lit ;• .yj" '•• • •.. ' ; •-zdy-::-zz.':..:v.^z • V-d/c Yes Utah V :Z;'Z Massachusetts V - w, d/s V-l ... Yes d d V Z'Zy4^ -yl-y": Z'zZJ§|zv.lp^^^ -•? ^:t. • V Yes South Carolina . r "z ^ . Kfiffizzz.. d.; v:z.z'.-.\r;^v ^ • d,d/c . ".t Y V . .. . V 1 y-.. zyjyzZ'Zi-. .,z y' Z-. : V Yes Tennessee _ Z y, . fti'llil-iW No , California d f yyZ:.»zzzi:Z>zy'Ziy vyiyzzy -v' %iM7:WS0yfy.'': .3 : ' ^ ^ • Arizona ZzzSiz;!: d . ' d d . . V ' '"^z* . V i • dM No .... V-d,l,w d.w d 4Z "•iy:'z:;Vvzd;:\4: Yes Ohio . V* d d' .. ...,..:_ 1 .. ... Zzyy-'"yy.y'yyy ||z5;;y>:.'yv^Y; V | :!, " 3;£Kf North Carolina ' ^ ^ -V.-liZ' V '••z-z- Yes Pennsylvania '. ' WSWMmmmi r.' V* -•• s' •'• i-Z ..._...aYsf.mr'. . ,z r" . -•- V-l . Yes New Mexico . 1 ' ' z > --^r;' Yes ,. . V-d Yes ''' d d V-s,w V -1, c, s '•• V-s New Hampshire . .; , d,c, s,w ly-::y':iya'e;yy74'7m^ .Yes iMevada .. V-WWII Bonus-1 Yes )tOktohbira:' V-l V-r V d . .... .... V-d w . V*-d V-s,w - • Montana North Dakota v ^|l®Sf®dZz®®l- V ' -V dir V ^,• • • V-d d V-s,w V* ' Yes ; NewYork •,;:.-Z" • V;- Alaska Arkansas d, w* V-s * V - w, c Missouri New Jersey y. V-d V V-w No Michigan Mississippi zvZZ.z. r'r.y.y .AHbam. 's V ' Yes .-J Maryland tltni 'jJt-i'M iMt- ^ . 3 . 1 Yes Maine - rf'l V-c* V-l Yes •-« V V ^'_^d/o • ;z • . /•.•- ,' .• d 1 d, w V* ,• . • •'. . . 'V • - -. \ ^ d/c Yes Illinois . i'Yl'^'. '• ^ District of Columbia ' • • 'V •' . STATES No Florida y^ho. V - r, d, 1, w* Guardianship Delaware ' : District of Columbia , V ..yZZA.jZyi Houslng\Home Loans 5 ZZ.i-Z?.(. ZJZZ. •>.".'yyZzftj.syt''Si.'- v-d V-l , " Exemptions from Excise/Income/Property Taxes V-d, w , y '\. . i Zft'z. • .Z •.• Z'Z.' 'yy-y-'Z^ Z: .Yfr^zzzzSZyy' d V V-d, w, r ; yz^.yZy•^rZv;Zz•:yZff4^^ d ^ Veterans/Nursing Home d d -i.. i.. 1.Z f - V; V-d,r Z--zSy4z^-V-d'Z.,yZy > > » V-d V ^ Arkansas " ' Automobile License Plates Recreation/Business Licenses Z ..• .:.v,v-,•••.. , ••••''•••''/''}'•.y'' SOURCE: Various state veterans' affairs offices. Information may beIncomplete; check with the local veterans' affairs office for further benefits and eligibility requirements. Seafarers LOG, October Suf^tlement—Page 3 • ••••'!' -..yiS'-: " |'"".r. fy:-: .^".•-7-.-'- J''; : •'•• . i .rt. S 1^'^-~, J '.f • •. •:3..:i--,'^., ••• i1 :,':;3'r5Sj I • '• V • • --• .W.\; •, • • -J �S5SSif^=5S;58dSSti6^^ 3.4r. j. . LV'-VW-'^. ,•• - ,'.>- ^•-- • • • •••-'•••...•' .-':•> i;..- -,:,-.y---^j-^^^_. - ,•. '•.••••• .--%-^^;::j^i::^^.^-j.^3^-'- •V;.^;;';--'^: -IV'-•;• .T; ; v-''J-'; • •••:--^ '[ •^/ #• --^ 'y/ '• •>•• _-V-? - !•. •• I 4.;..,r'fi « For More Motmatioik Contact a State Veterans* Affairs OMce •TO fy 34 Veterans' laws and benefit reg­ ulations are changing constantly. While the staff of the Seafarers LOG has tried to include the most up-to-date information provided by all the states (see chart on two previous pages), the first step to obtain exact information is to con­ tact the veterans' affairs office in a state. A local county office of a state veterans' affairs department often can be found by looking in a phone book or by calling the number listed below. Merchant marine veterans' organizations also can be a helpful source of information and advice. Most offices are open 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Fri­ day, except national holidays. When calling, be sure to have a VA claimant number handy and any other pertinent documents. if. .1 £ Sit.' • . «• m r-'l'h: ii£^ • .Alabama'.-:;. Dept. of Veterans Affairs P.O. Box 1509 Montgomery, AL 36102-1509 (205) 242-5077 Georgia Dept. of Veterans'Service Floyd Veterans Memorial Bldg. Atlanta, GA 30334 (404)656-2300 :•• ''/^HawallKss Office of Veterans Services 426 Queen St. Honolulu, HI 96813 (808) 548-8149 Idaho; Div. of Veterans Services 550 West Fort St., Box 044 Boise, ID 83724 (208)334-1245 IIHInols Dept. of Veterans' Affairs P.O. Box 19432 Springfield, IL 62794 (217)782-6641 Dept. of Veterans' Affairs 707 State Office Bldg. 100 N. Senate Ave. Indianapolis, IN 46204 (317) 232-3910 Alaska iVf. Dept. of Military & Vet. Affairs 800 Diamond Blvd., Suite 3-450 Anchorage, AK 99515 (907)249-1523 • ^ 4;. • Dept. of Public Defense Veterans' Affairs Div. 7700 NW Beaver Dr. Johnston, lA 50131 (800) 362-2222 , .Arizona^ Veterans Service Commission 3225 N. Central Ave., Suite 910 Phoenix, AZ 85012 (602)255-4713 •:'^'^'£^£^"^'"^'£3..^Aikansaa'. Dept. of Veterans Affairs P.O. Box 1280 North Little Rock, AR 72115 (501)370-3820 #"•' : • g-' '£-'• ;• Dept. of Veterans Affairs P.O. Box 942895 Sacramento, CA 94295 (800)952-5626 ; -,;v/ Coloiaflcil Dept. of Social Security Div. of Veterans Affairs 1575 Sherman St. Denver, CO 80203 (303) 866-2494 Si* * SH ;• Sif'-' Dept. of Veteran's Affairs 287 West St. Rocky Hill, CT 06067 (800)447-0961 t|4'' Commission of Veterans Affairs P.O. Box 1401 Old State House, The Green Dover, DE 19903 (302) 736-2792 i •0 r". M •' •' 'My District of I Dept. of Human Services Office of Veterans' Affairs 941 N. Capitol St., NE, #1211 Washington, DC 20421 (202) 727-0327 Dept. of Veterans Affairs, Div. of Veterans Benefits & Assistance P.O. Box 1437 St. Petersburg, FL 33731 (813) 898-4443 Commission on Veterans' Affairs Jayhawk Tower 700 SW Jackson St., Suite 701 Topeka, KS 66602 % (913)296-3976 Center for Veterans Affairs 600 Federal PL, Room 136-J Louisville, KY 40202 (800)752-6094 Dept. of Veteran's Affairs P.O. Box 9409 Capital Station Baton Rouge, LA 70804-4095 (504) 342-5863 Bureau of Veterans Services State Office Bldg. Station #117 Augusta, ME 04333 (207)289-4060 St. Paul, MN 55155-2079 (612)296-2783 Salem, OR 97310-1270 (503) 373-2095 State Veterans Affairs Board 4607 Lindberg Jackson, MS 39209 (503)354-7205 Dept. of Military Affairs Bureau for Veterans' Affairs Fort Indiantown Gap Annville,PA 17003-5002 (215) 951-5613 Div. of Veterans Affairs 911-B Leslie Blvd. P.O. Drawer 147 Jefferson City, MO 65102-0147 (314)751-3779 Div. of Veterans' Affairs Metacom Ave. Bristol, R1 02809-0689 (401) 277-2488 Veterans Affairs Div. P.O. Box 5715 Helena, MT 59604 (406)444-6926 Dept. of Veterans Affairs 227 Brown State Office Bldg. 1205 Pendleton St. Columbia, SC 29201 (803)734-0197 Dept. of Veterans' Affairs P.O. Box 95083 Lincoln, NE 68509-5083 (402)471-2458 Dept. of Veterans' Affairs 1929 N. Carson St. Carson City, NV 89701 (702) 687-4560 State Veterans Council 359 Lincoln St. Manchester, NH 03103-4901 (800) 622-9230 Dept. of Military & Veterans' Affairs 143 East State St. CN340 Trenton, NJ 08625-0340 (800) 624-0508 Veterans' Service Commission P.O. Box 2324 Santa Fe,NM 87503 (505)827-6300 Division of Veterans' Affairs 194 Washington Ave. Albany, NY 12206 (212)587-4823 Div. of Veterans' Affairs 222 East Edenton St. Raleigh, NC 27601 (919)733-3851 Maryland Veterans Commission Federal Bldg. 31 Hopkins Plaza Baltimore, MD 21201 (301)333-4425 Dept. of Veterans Affairs 15 North Broadway 6th Floor Fargo, ND 58102 (701)237-8383 Commission of Veterans Services Saltonstall Bldg., Room 1002 100 Cambridge St. Boston, MA 02202 (617)727-3579 Governor's Office of Vet. Affairs Room 11, State House Annex Columbus, OH 43266-0605 (614)466-5453 Mich. Veterans Trust Fund P.O. Box 30026 Lansing, MI 48909 (517)373-3130 Dept. of Veterans Affairs Veterans Service Bldg. Dept. of Veterans Affairs 125 South Main St., Room 1B38 Muskogee, OK 74401 (918) 687-2134 Veterans' Services Division Oregon Veterans' Bldg. 700 Summer St., Suite 150 i^iil Dept. of Military & Veterans Affairs Div. of Veterans Affairs FossBldg., Room 116 Pierce, SD 57501 (605)773-3269 Dept. of Veterans Affairs 215 8th Ave., North Nashville, TN 37203 (615) 327-5303 •" ' rV" : ' " £-•:.£/'.• :V" Texas Veterans Commission Headquarters Office P.O. Box 12277 Capitol Station Austin, TX 78711 (512)463-5538 No state office. Federal VA in Utah: (801)524-5960 Office of the Adjutant General State Veterans Affairs Montpelier, VT 05602 (802)828-7104 HP 3111211 = 5 Dept. of Veterans' Affairs 210 Franklin Rd., SW Room 1012 Roanoke, VA 24004 (703) 982-7104 Dept. of Veterans Affairs P.O. Box 9778 505 E. Union Olympia, WA, 98504 (800)562-1311 i'' "'vmm Dept. of Veterans' Affairs 1321 Plaza East Suite 101 Charleston, WV 25301-1400 (304)256-6955 Dept. of Veterans Affairs P.O. Box 7843 77 N. Dickinson St. Madison, W1 53707-7843 (608)266-1311 Veterans Affairs Commission 613 Denwoody Circle Riverton, WY 82501 (800)442-2761 Soafanrs LOG. October Supplement-Page 4 • fr-'. .'•'.Kn ,:!.v ijM"" �OCTOBER im T he Seafarers Pension Plan an­ nounces the retirement of 30 members of the union this month. A total of 22 members sailed in the deep sea division, six worked on in­ land vessels and one each shipped in the Great Lakes and railroad marine sections. Deep sea member James E. Noonan has the distinction of being the oldest member to retire. The gal­ ley gang veteran turned 72 this year. He came aboard with the SIU after serving in the Navy during World War II. Alabama native Author Milne has been an SIU member longer than any of the others who are retir­ ing. Brother Milne, who sailed in the black gang, signed on in May 1942. Brief biographical sketches of these and the other retiring Seafarers follow: DEEP SEA HARRY ABRA­ HAMS, 65, joined the Seafar­ ers in June 1966 in the port of San Francisco. A na­ tive of New York City, he served in the Navy from 1943 to 1946. Brother Abrahams sailed in the deck department. He calls San Francisco home. LEON A. ACOSTA,65, joined the SIU in April 1971 in the port of New Or­ leans. He served in the navy of his native Columbia before coming to the United States. Brother Acosta shipped in the en­ gine department on several SeaLand vessels in the mid '70s. He lives in New Orleans. DAVID F. BRADLEY JR., 65, joined the union in January 1969 in the port of San Francisco. He was bom in Arkansas and served in the Navy from 1943 to 1963. Brother Bradley shipped in the steward department before he re­ tired to Daly City, Calif. PAUL G. DAILEY,65, joined the Marine Cooks and Stew­ ards in 1962. A native of St. Clair, Pa., he served in the Army Air Corps from 1945 to 1946. Brother Dailey became a member of the Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes & Inland Waters District in 1978 when the MCS merged with the Seafarers. He resides in Walnut Creek, Calif. ALEXANDER DANILUK,57, graduated May 1956 from the Andrew Furuseth Training School in the port of New York. Bom in the Bronx, N.Y., he served in the Navy from 1949 to 1951. Brother Daniluk upgraded his deck depart- 15 To Our New Pensioners ... Thanks for a Job Well Done Each month in the Seafarers LOG the names of SIU members who recently have become pensioners appear with a brief biographhal sketch. These men and women have served the maritime industry well, and the SIU and all their union brothers and sisters wish them happiness and health in the days ahead. ment ratings several times at the Lundeberg School. He has retired to Gonzales, La. RANDOLPH E. FEREBEE, 65, graduated July 1959 from the Andrew Fumseth Training School in the port of Bal­ timore. The na­ tive of Norfolk, Va. served in the Naval Reserve from 1943 to 1946. Brother Ferebee upgraded his deck department ratings in 1975 and 1976 at the Lundeberg School. He calls Virginia Beach, Va. home. DONALD D. FLEMING, 65, joined the Seafarers in April 1968 in the port of San Francisco. He was bom in Nebraska and served in the Navy from 1942 to 1946. The deck department member's first vessel was the Pan Oceanic Faith. He be­ came a recertified bosun in 1976. Brother Fleming shipped Out of the port of Jacksonville, Fla. before retir­ ing to Palatka, Fla. JOHN J. GALA, 65, joined the SIU in May 1944 in the port of Bos­ ton. The Massa­ chusetts native sailed in the black gang. He also was a member of District 2MEBA. Brother Gala resides in Salem, N.H. SIDNEY A. GARNER, 65, joined the union in July 1955 in the port of Nor­ folk, Va. Bom in North Carolina, he served in the Navy from 1943 to 1945. Brother Gamer shipped in the steward de­ partment. He calls Baltimore home. RICHARD HUFFORD, 65, joined the Seafarers in January 1953 in the port of Baltimore. A native of Penn­ sylvania, he served in the Army from 1951 to 1953. The galley gang veteran helped the union as an orga­ nizer aboard Cities Service tankers and Baltimore-area tugboats. Brother Hufford has retired to Jeffer­ son, La. THOMAS GEORGE JONES, 63, joined the SIU in May 1951 in the port of Norfolk, Va. He served in the Navy from 1943 to 1946. Brother Jones upgraded his deck de­ partment rating in 1976 at the Lundeberg School. He was shipping as an able bodied seaman aboard the NATCO dredge, Manhattan Island, prior to retiring to Savannah, Ga. ROY J. JUS­ TICE JR.^ 63, joined the union in June 1952 in his native Hous­ ton. He sailed in the engine depart­ ment. Brother Jus­ tice lives in South l^ouston, Texas. EDWARD LADIMER, 70, joined the Seafar­ ers in March 1944 in the port of Norfolk, Va. His engine depart­ ment career was intermpted by a stint in the Army from 1948 to 1952. He resides in his native Ford's, N.J. BERNARD LANDOS, 65, joined the SIU in November 1951 in his native New York. He served in the Navy from 1943 to 1945. Brother Landos shipped in the deck department before he retired to Nor­ folk, Va. AUTHOR G. MILNE, 65, joined the union in May 1942 in his native Mo­ bile, Ala. He up­ graded his engine department rating to QMED in 1973 at the Lundeberg School. Brother Milne calls Theodore, Ala. home. ROSINDA MORA, 65, joined the Seafar­ ers in December 1956 in the port of New York. Bom in Gonza­ les, Texas, Brother Mora sailed in the galley gang and up­ graded to recertified steward in 1988 at the union's Lundeberg School. He shipped out of the Jacksonville, Fla. hall before retiring to Spring Hill, Fla. JAMES E. NOONAN, 72, joined the SIU in April 1947 in his native New Orleans. He served in the Army from 1942 to 1945. Brother Noonan sailed in the steward depart­ ment. He lives in Harvey, La. ALLEN P. RAY­ MOND, 55, joined the union in October 1952 in the port of Bal­ timore. The Vandergrift, Pa. native had his SIU career inter­ mpted twice by stints in the Army, from 1957 to 1959 and in 1961 as a reservist during the Berlin Wall cri­ sis. He sailed in the deck department and worked his way up to the rating of bosun before becoming a patrol­ man in Baltimore in 1979. In 1981, Brother Raymond was named the pbrt agent there, a position he held until he retired except for 18 months in 1987 and 1988 when he was port agent at Piney Point. He assisted the Seafarers in several organizing drives. Raymond calls Baltimore home. RICHARD D. SCHAEFFER, 65, joined the Seafarers in April 1957 in the port of Seattle. Bom in West Palm Beach, Fla., he served in the Army from 1942 to 1945 and 1947 to 1948. He was wounded in combat during WWII in Germany. Brother Schaeffer shipped in the deck department. He resides in Casselberry, Fla. r ,• ^ • CURTIS L. SOUTHWICK, 65, joined the SIU in August 1944 in the port of New York. He was bom in Tor­ pedo, Pa. Brother Southwick's deck department career included a stint in the Great Lakes division. He has retired to'Jamestown, N.Y. CHESTER TILLMAN, 66, joined the union in June 1968 in the port of Seattle. A native of Elvins, Mo., he served in the Army from 1942 to 1945. Brother Tillman shipped in the engine department. He lives in Seattle. CHARLES C. WILLIAMS, 65, joined the Seafar­ ers in September 1965 in the port of Norfolk, Va. Bom in North Carolina, he served in the Navy from 1943 to 1963. Brother Williams sailed in the steward department. He calls Nor­ folk home. INLAND STEVE D. HEN­ DERSON, 48, joined the SIU in December 1976 in the port of Houston. He was bom in Charles­ ton, S.C. and served in the Navy from 1959 to 1963. Boatman Henderson sailed in the deck department as a captain. He resides in Mount Pleasant, S.C. ROBERT H. HENDRIX,53, joined the union in November 1972 in the port of Norfolk, Va. The Greensboro, N.C. native served in the Army from 1955 to 1958. Boatman Hendrix shipped in the steward department as a cook. He has retired to Portsmouth, Va. Continued on page 16 'f-'' . ' ": -fe' • • '•v •J-. • . *!' i I 1' ' " ;• • 'h •'' • ». : '•'it • I•P- =• •% • ' Ir V-' , •• h'--• •f--: :I r- •- i: : J i • ' 1" i'- V �•. '. '•. lir,- SrU Pensioners ConUnuedfrompagelS CHARLES J. HERBERT, 62, joined the Seafaiets in September 1972 in his native Baltinioie. He served in the Anny from 1950 to 1953. Boatman Herbot sailed as a captain. He lives in Pasadena, Md. Y: i- 'ir^: w'. • •1 SEAFARERS LOG 16 i ""'^.v:''^ Aihr-t •*-•» Gfl)EON L. NEEDHAM,61, joined the SIU in January 1957 in the port of Phila­ delphia. Bom in Old Trap, N.C., he served in the Army from 1948 to 1952. Boatman Needham shipped in the deck depart­ ment. He calls Powells Point, N.C. home. JAMES E.NOR­ WOOD, 65, joined the union in April 1973 in the port of Mo^ bile, Ala. The na­ tive of Evergreen, Ala. served in the Navy from 1947 to 1956. Boatman Norwood sailed as an engineer on Radcliff Materials vessels. He re­ sides in Atmore, Ala. GREAT LAKES DONALDJ. GORDON, 62, joined the SIU in June 1961 in the port of Cleve­ land. A native of Ohio, he served in the Army from 1951 to 1953. Brother Gordon sailed as a lineman for Great Lakes Tow­ ing before retiring to Cleveland. Time eyen cil/eci RAILROAD MARINE HARVEY T. WILLIAMS, 56, joined the union in July 1959 in his native Norfolk, Va. He served in the Marines from 1951 to 1954. Brother Williams shipped in the deck depart­ ment for the Chesapeake and Ohio Railway. He lives in Hampton, Va. CORRECTION In the August 1990 issue of the Sea­ farers LOG, Frank Rodriguez was listed in the Pensioners column with an incorrect biography. Rodriguez, 58, sailed in the deck department. The New York City native upgraded to recertified bosun in 1975 at the Lundeberg School. Brother Rodriguez was active in many union activities. The LOG staff apologizes for any confusion that may have been caused by last month's story. If ipeu or Hour ohiidreA ore IhiAifiA^ of ooiie^e, oppiy Aoui for the SIU*/ /ohoior/hip opporluAilie/. The /ubmi//ioA deocliiAe 1/ fiprii 15* 1991* The scholarships for dependents of union members awarded in 1991 will be in the amount of $15,000, payable over four years in four installments of $3,750. Two SIU members will be awarded $6,000, paid in two equal amounts over two years. Applications must be postmarked on or before April 15,1991. An impar­ tial committee of professional educa­ tors from colleges and universities will review the applications and accompa­ nying documentation and select the 1991 scholarship awardees. Since its inception in 1952, most scholarship wiimers credit the help of the SIU program with providing them an op­ portunity to pursue their education. The scholarship materials are available at any SIU union hall. Prospective applicants also may request a copy by filling in the request form below. Mail the completed form to: SIU Scholarship Program Seafarers Welfare Plan 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 ! Please send me the 1991 SIU Scholarship Program S committee s selection pro- •, • e ^ • ccss wiU be mnomced in: »l»ch plains ehglblll^ urformadon pro- J cedures for applymg and the application form. ' Seafarers Welfare Plan Notice: COBRA ELLIOTT H. STEVENS, 58, joined the Seafar­ ers in September 1966 in the port of Norfolk, Va. He was bom in False Cape, Va. and served in the Army frcnn 1950 to 1956. Boatman Stevens sserved as a launch operator for the Association of Maryland Pi­ lots. He has retired to Virginia Beach, Va. •V' / : Seafarers or their dependents who have lost eligibility for health care coverage under the rules and regulations of the Sea­ farers Welfare Plan, may be eli­ gible to purchase, at a premium, welfare coverage directly from the plan. Seafarers who have lost their eligibility for plan coverage must notify the plan office im­ mediately to find out whether or not they or their dependents may elect to continue benefits under this program. To obtain more information about this program. Seafarers may call the membership ser­ vices office at NAME BOOK NUMBER I-80(M:LAIMS^ (1-800-252-4674) or may write to: COBRA Program, Seafarers Welfare Plan, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746 (TTie April 1989 edition of the LOG contains a complete de­ scription of the COBRA pro­ gram.) STREET ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP TELEPHONE NUMBER This application is for (check one): [H (self) Gi (dependent) I I I .J rr if' "7 with an SIU crew that makes it work 1 QMED Rick Cavender is pictured by the engineroom's consoles. Four crewmemfc)ers from the Brooks Range: ABs 2 Mohsin Ali and 3 Abdulla Awaseem, 4 GSU Ernesto R. Avila and S Steward Joe Pitetta. • Bosun M.G. "Bhoy" Gutierrez at work oh the Brooks Range. MHI he Brooks Range anchored « at Arco Dock No. 121 in Long Beach earlier this year. Bosun M.G. Gutierrez report^ that the automated super­ tanker would be on a steady run between Valdez and southern Cal­ ifornia. Other Seafarers said the Interocean Management vessel had one of the best video libraries in the U.S.-flag fleet. All crewmembers extended a hearty congratulations to QMED Rick Cavender for p^ing the U.S. Coast Guard examination to obtain his third engineer's license. Cavender, who worked on a Crowley boat in Valdez during the oil spill last year, will be sailing with District 2 Marine Engineers Beneficial Association. The steward department, under the watchful eye of Joe IKtetta, was doing a great job, the Brooks Range Seafarers reported. The union representative meet­ ing the vessel, Wilmington Port Agent Don Anderson, was joined by Dennis H. Lundy, a former SIU official, who photographed the SIU members pictured with this article. Anderson held a union meeting with Brooks Range crewmembers. No beefs or dis­ puted overtime were reported. �"; •-. •' ;T":'v w>'V .': 11:#; ' •',•' '• 1 •• L: V iV-'-" . '• -' -.'' ' ' OaOB£R 1990 Dispatchers* Report for Deep Sea Nemutm Mmber^ SEPTEMBER 1-30, 1990 *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C Sea, Lttk»s, hlaud Waters DECK DEPARTMENT 'F ! " Philadelphia ^^Itimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Trip Rellefis 2 1,0 7 3 0 1 •r- ^ s|lan Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu • - Norfolk Thursday, November 8 Jacksonville Thursday, November 8 Algonac Friday, November 9 Houston .. Tuesday, November 13 ' New Orleans Tuesday, November 13 mFF Mobile Wednesday, November 14 g San Francisco Thursday, November 15 Wilmington Monday, November 19 Seattle Friday, November 23 San Juan Thursday, November 8 St. Louis mmi Friday, November 16 Honolulu Friday, November 16 Duluth Wednesday, November 14 Jersey City Wednesday, November 21 lilsa New Bedford ;" Tuesday, November 20 ,J ' St. Louis 'iney Poi Totals "I, 68 Port ^eW Ydi Philadelphi ^IHaltimonfe Norfolk Mobile New Orleans f; Jacksonville San Francisetl 91 101 87 ENGINE DEPARTMENT fcMilmington;..; Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St. Louis• ... Piney Point New York Philadelphia 1^ . 0 3f .1, ' Wmh pori^ amiiiig sHulg of mSOsLrn. Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville Personals San Francisco ! v. \ 40 Wilmington .. . 11 8 1 FRANCISCO *'PANCHO'» FOLEEDO Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St. Louis ' Piney Point Totals Port New Yori . Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans I Jacksonville 1 San Francisco I Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu. ' '^Jlouston St. Louis Piney Point Totals Pin^ Point Monday, November 5 New York , Tuesday, November 6 Philadelphia WedneMay, November 7 Baltimore Thursday, November 8 Your old friend from New York, Clinton Rogers, would like to hear from you. You may write him at 151 Tremont Street, Apt. 27N, Boston, MA 02111. 45 41 112 ENTRY DEPARTMENT lU " ;^ ' , 0 I " 4 6 8 JAMES DRISCOLL Please contact your daughter at (607) 647-5294. DAVID THOMAS GREEN Please contact your mother or sis­ ter immediately. Call (804) 3405247 or (713) 222-8918. EDMOND FREDRICK "DUTCH*'FERO Anyone with information con­ cerning Edmond Fredrick "Dutch" Pero, bom in Toledo, Ohio in October 1892, please contact the Seafarers LOG. Totals All Departments 596 444 536 477 324 415 166 892 508 All •"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 September was down from the month of August. A total of 1,382 jobs were shipped on SlU-contracted deep sea vessels. Of the 1,382 jobs shipped, 477 jobs or about 35 percent were taken by "A" seniority members. The rest were filled by "B" and "C" seniority people. A total of 166 trip relief jobs were shipped. Since the trip relief program began on April 1, 1982, a total of 13,043 jobs have been shipped. '-v • -t; — #...4^':".'Xr#! l l' t • IFMI'S �SUFJUaRS LOO Dispatchers* Report for Great Lakes CU-Company/Lakes SEPT. 1-30, 1990 ii-A"_ - •, };r.. .•»it'' L—Lakes "".-. "~ NP—Non Priority •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP • '^i'' Port •-M :i • •• H, iii;' •^I'i TOTAL SHIPPED ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP Class CL Class L Class NP DECK DEPARTMENT 0 lAlgonac ^ 23 18 Port ENGINE DEPARTMENT Port Algonac 7 Port Totals All Departments 0 67 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 0'' < 0 __ 8 2 ^. , 4ENTRY DEPARTMENT 41 0 46 12 0 1 3 • ... r 1 • . ,••• r—5J ST 0 55 54 •"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. Dispatchers' Report for iniand Waters l-f SEPTEMBER 1-30, 1990 •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C ••; .1-. TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C .'5 .V;. ••r' •'•1 '^'-z z| i;. -i-' t:> .'jt :?"' Z-': ••'•:•/: 4i v I ?!/•' • New Y. i;;Philadelphiai Hl^itppri^s Norfolk Mobile New Orleans pf^ksbnville:! I San Francisco Seattle Puerto Rico Houston I St. Louis < Totals "i'« •••;<- Port ( New York Philadelphia ^Baltimor Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Franci • ...^ y"-y "m i""' ' y '-•: Totals AU Departments 56 27 13 26 13 5 187 89 43 •"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. J' SnkimlKMm^mi Umm D/redoiy • :• -'-J. ''.'4 Z;;-,;;.:;::-;:: ••President Michael SacGO Secretary-Treasurer ' John Fay Executive Vice President Joseph Sacco ;^ce President Collective BafBainSng Angus "Red" Campbell ;: Vice President Atlantic Coast • Jack CafFey lip Vice President Gulf Coast Dean Corgey Vice President West Coast t George McCartney ! President Lakes and Inland Waters Byron Kelley Vice President Government Services Roy A. "Buck" Mercer J i tiV' HEADQUARTERS 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs. MD 20746 , ': (301) 899-0675 ALGONAC 520 St. Clair River Dr. , Algonac, Ml 48001 (313) 794-4988 BALTIMORE 1216 E. Baltimore Stz ' Baltimore, MD 21202 (301)327-4900 DULUTH 705 Medical Arts Building Duluth, MN 55802 (218)722-4110 HONOLULU 636 Cooke St. Honolulu, HI 96813 (808)523-5434 V, HOUSTON 1221 Pierce St. Houston, TX 77002 (713) 659-5152 JACKSONVILLE 3315 Liberty St. Jacksonville, FL 32206 (904)353-0987 JERSEY CITY 99 Montgomery St. Jersey City, NJ 07302 (201)435-9424 MOBILE 1640 Dauphin Island Pkvvy: v MobUe, AL 36605 (205)478-0916 ^ NEW BEDFORD , 50 Union St. New Bedford, MA 02740 (508) 997-5404 .-Y NEW ORLEANS , ^ 630 Jackson Ave. New Orleans, LA 70130 (504)529-7546 NEWYORK 675 Fourth Ave. t Brooklyn, NY 11232 (718) 499-6600 NORFOLK 115 Third St. Norfolk, VA 23510 (804) 622-1892 -Yt: PHILADELPHIA 2604 S; 4 St. Philadelphia, PA 19148 (215) 336-3818 PINEY POINT St. Mary's County Piney Point, MD 20674 (301) 994-0010 SAN FRANCISCO 350 Fremont St. San Francisco,. CA 94105 (415) 543-5855 Government Services Division (415) 861-3400 SANTURCE 1057 Fernandez Juncos St. Stop 16 Santurce, PR 00907 (809) 721-4033 SEATTLE 2505 First Ave. Seattle, WA 98121 (206) 441-1960 ST. LOUIS 4581 Gravois Ave. St: Louis, MO 63116 (314) 752-6500 WILMINGTON 510 N. Broad Ave. Wilmington, CA «)744 (213)54<M00ft . ' 'V y. . ' \ -A'L' �QMED John Rockhill (left) and his son join AB Kevin Hamilton (right) and his wife, Susan, and two-year-old daughter, Mi­ chelle, inside the Seafarers' building in Mobile. Assistant Cook Don Johnson and son, Don Junior, and wife, Brenda, make a family event out of an appointment for an annual physical. Otis Sessions and his grandson, Alex Christopher Martin, explore the grove near the union hall. Barbara and Chilton "Chick" Hall enjoy the Gulf dty's fine weather with a stroll outside the union's Mobile office. Chief Steward Warren Lombard, holding his daugh­ ter, Amanda, and his wife, Jacque­ line, are pictured on the Mobile hall's back deck. Angela and tier tius- hether registering for a job, picking band, Robert Hagood, a recertified bosun, are up medical forms, taking an annud ictured on ttie Mobile physical or just dropping by for the all's back deck. latest shipping news, SIU members in the Mobile area have turned responsibilities into family outings and family fun. Seafarer Otis Sessions, for example, com­ bined a trip to conduct some utiion business with an impromptu science lesson when he and his grandson, Alex Christopher Martin, found a duck on her nest and eggs in a small grove near the hall. Sessions said the discovery was a "de­ lightful surprise for us both." The Lombard family also took to the outdoors when coming by the union's hall in the Gulf city. Although Cluef Steward Warren Lombard is a talented cook and baker, his wife, Jacqueline, said he rarely has to enter the kitchen when he on the beach. "I like to spoil him when he's home, so I do all the cooking," she said. Kevin Hamilton, who wasshipping as an AB on the OMI Sacramento the day he dropped by the hall, brought his wife, Susan, and daughter, Michelle, with him. "Susan and Michelle needed annual physical exam authorizations so I thought we could do the trip as a family," the Seafarer told the union representative who assisted him. "Chick*'Chilton and his wife, Barbara, like OS Albert D. Hadley, wlio came by tfie Mobile tiall to register, to take advantage of the deck and picnic area poses witti tiis wife, Jenny, and son, Albert, in front of ttie behind the hall. "It is a beautiful day for a walk," Lundeberg Sctiool extiibit. ^d the retired Seafarer after strolling the length of the back deck which connects the hiring hall to a small boat house. Because her husband is away during part of William and Patricia the year sailing on Waterman's military ships, Jemison are pictured Brenda Johnson likes to spend as much time as in ttie Seafarers' Mobile tiall. William sails as possible with Don Johnsdn when he is home. an OMU. The couple, along with their son, Don Junior, came together to the Mobile hall when it was time for die Seafarer to have his annual physical. Recovering from a medical condition, Robert .. -i'-V • Lambert came by the hall for assistance in recovering transportation expenses. The AB said he has mended well and was anxious to get back to work. His wife, Shiela, joined her husband, Ctiarles Durden, a Robert, on his trip to the hall. QMED pumpman, is Recertified Bosun Robert Hagood, while on joined by tiis wife, a break from the Maj. Stephen W. Pless, brought Sorroro, and daugtihis wife, Angela, to the union's Mobile head­ ter, Jamie. quarters. OS Albert D. Hadley also was joined by his wife during his stop by the union hall when he came by to register after leaving the Richard G. Matthiesen. Jenny Hadley carried their son, Albert, who seemed to enjoy the photos in the display on the union's training center. Taunya and David Simmons proudly intro­ duced their newborn son to other Seafarers at the Mobile hall. Christopher Randolph was born in April and weighed eight pounds and three Ctiristoptier Ranounces. David sails as a QMED and Taunya dolpti is ttie most re­ cent addition to ttie worked as an assistant waiter on the passenger Simmons family. ship, the Constitution, back in 1988. QMED David Sim­ Two other couples that dropped by the hall mons and tiis wife, were Patricia and William Jemison and Sorroro Taunya, bring their newborn with them and Charles Durden.The Durdens were joined when dropping by by their daughter, Jamie. William Jemison sails the union hall. as an OMU and Charles Durden is a QMED pumpman. Port Agent Dave Carter said having families come by makes the union hall a lively center of activity, "It's nice to know that our members involve their families in their careers," Carter said. •nil .• , • -1" • •A\ •• •'Vy';,-• -J f.„. , * "••J. »• • oil'' • W: •' > • i'.'Vf • fiv•i-l; t V- . >0 % • • •0:^-. -- • •No • .'T', •1 • prt •••i.-. • 'w • .• "V _ • •' -i''' rf'- •'"is;! •: •J. I. • - K •• '. "S-'-. VI'- KJ*;: "f'i ' • '• S ; �SfilMfffffS LOG Preparing to complete his work assignments Richard Morris. Recertified Bosun Erroi Pak, who contributed this article to the LOG, is pictured at work on the Ranger. tM i bi •r' \h- & -J. iI . .'H 'J ' m } •I . ' 'I. . /•;. . .f'i •< 4i'-' •4 , 1 'I f iTWEEN FOLLOWING a ty­ phoon, trying to fend of boarding pirates, laying low in the Strait of Hormuz ^ause of Iraq's invasion of Kuwait and being the first American-flag ship in Yanbu, Saudi Arabia, life aboard the tramp tanker, the MV Ranger, is "certainly never boring," reports Recertified Bosun Errol Pak. The bosun, who joined the Vulcan Carriers' tanker in Singapore and got off in the Caribbean this summer, reported the ship's adventures to the Seafarers LOG. To round out the article, Pak teamed up with AB Roger Hamilton, who took the photographs appearing on this page. "Out-of-the-ordinary events are indig­ enous to this kind of tramper," said Pak. "You just never know what is going to come next, but it makes the job exciting." AIS# W.p ^ Built in 1976, the Ranger is operated by Vulcan Carriers, an SiU-contracted company. Pirates in the South China Sea near the grappling hooks and held up the officer at Batan Islands afe pretty common, reports machete point" Pak, who earlier this year completed the Weather conditions also brought some union's recertified bosun program at the spirited sailing for the crew. "We hit a Seafarers Harry Limdeberg School of typhoon on our way to Guam, then we had Seamanship. "We try to keep the incidents orders to go to the PhiUppines. We ended down by maintaining a pirate watch," he up following the typhoon all the way said. This trip, however, the pirates sue- there," Pak said. _ cessfully got ai)oard and robbed one of the The ship had a lucky streak as well, Pak officers, "They came up the stem, usir^^ reports. The Ranger wasdue in Kuwait on Chief Steward Jesus Laxaman looks over the day's menu. August 2, the very day Iraq invaded Ku­ wait and cut off contact and commerce between the Middle East emirate and the rest of the world. "Because we were run­ ning slightly behind schedule, instead of fining ourselves in the midst of a war, we were held up in the Strait of Hcarmuz for a while and eventually we sailed to Bah­ rain," Pak reported. The Strait of Hormuz is the body of water that connects the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman. After providing fuel to part of the U.S. navalfleet,theRangerinovedontoaRed ^ Saudi Arabia, becoming the htst American-flag vessel to ever call on Yanbu, the seaport of Saudi Arabia's secAoP known as Medina. Among other ports-of-call were two Italian ports and the Azores. Reflecting on the trip, Pak said, "It was a fairly good ship, fun, back-breaking work, but certainly interesting." �OCTOBER 1990 ^ ' -V. "'••"r . - f. - «'•• Digestof Ships' Meetings The Seafarers LOG attempts to print as many digests of union shiptipard minutes as possible. On occasion, because of space limitations, some wiii be omitted. Ships minutes are reviewed by the union's contract department. Those issues requiring attention or resolution are addressed by the union ipn rece/pt of the ships' minutes. USNS BARTLETTiMaT Ship), May 6 — Chairman Paul Butterworth, Secretary J. A. Zurich, Educational Director James Williams, Deck Delegate Daniel Hecker, Steward Delegate Jose Llitera. Chairman urged members to donate to SPAD. Secretary told crew all union wel­ fare forms are available in his office. Ed­ ucational director stressed importance of upgrading at Lundeberg School. Deck delegate reported a beef and said depart­ ment received repair list. No beefs or disputed OT report^ by engine or steward delegates. Members asked contracts de­ partment to clarify pay scales for crew and to ask company to have checks and cash available at payoffs. Electrician warned crew not to use co-axis jacks for . radios because of possible overload. Steward thanked crew for keeping mess hall clean. Crew thanked steward depart­ ment for good food and clean ship. Next ports: Panama City, Fla. and Gul^ort, Miss. AIIEERICAN FALCON(American Trans­ port Lines), June 25 — Chairman Bill Dowzicky, Secretary Bob Shafer, Edu­ cational Director Al Bray, Engine Dele­ gate Kevin P. Gordon. Chairman reported no action had been taken on re­ quests for new television in crew lounge and mattresses and chairs for quarters. Educational director reminded members to upgrade at Piney Point.'No beefs or disputed OT reported. AMBASSADOR iCtowley), July 27 — Chairman Dave Newman, Secretary Bill Berulis, Educational Director H. Smith, Deck Delegate Jose Tobio, Engine Dele­ gate Nathaniel Lamb, Steward Delegate Felix Camacho. Chairman talked with crew about posting of sailing times on board. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: Balboa, Panama. AMERICAN CORMORANT(Pacmc Gulf Marine), July 29 — Chairman Charlie Davis^ Secretary Susanne Cake, Educa­ tional Director R. Grosso, Deck Dele­ gate V. Ippolito, Steward Delegate Dante Slack. Educational director re­ minded members to take advantage of upgrading opportunities at Lundeberg School. Treasurer announced $65 in ship's emergency fund and $75 in movie fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew waiting for details of new contract published in Seafarers LOG. Crew asked contracts department for explanation of no premium OT on weekends. Next port: Diego Garcia. LNG CAPRICORN (Energy Transportation), July 8 — Chairman Billy Nuckols, Secretary Doyle E. Cornelius, Educa­ tional Director Rene R. Rosario, Deck Delegate James D. Fletcher, Engine Delegate Barry L. Harris, Steward Del­ egate Louis A. Gracia. Chairman said he had heard nothing about new contract or crew replacements. He stressed need to upgrade at Piney Point. Secretary re­ minded those leaving ship to clean their rooms before leaving and have clean lin­ ens available for replacements. Treasurer announced $670 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew enjoyed 4th of July pool party and thanked stew­ ard department for overall job well done. LNG CAPRICORN (Energy Transporta­ tion), July 29 — Chairman John P. Davis, Secretary David A. Pappas, Edu­ cational Director Barry L. Harris, Deck Delegate Anthony M. Heinholt, Engine Delegate Kevin W. Conklin, Steward Delegate Dana D. Cunningham. Chair­ man asked members to be as quiet as possible in order to not disturb those off watch. He urged members to watch safety tapes aboard ship. He reported of meeting with SIU President Michael Sacco where he was told union is stead­ fast in no crew cuts and getting wage in­ creases for members. Secretary reminded members to clean up after themselves and keep public areas orderly. Educa­ tional director urged crew to read Seafar­ ers LOG and upgrade at Lundeberg School as soon as possible. Treasurer an­ nounced $283 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew told video games have been ordered and should arrive soon. Crew praised Chief Cook Dana Cunningham for his fine meals. He also was cursed by those try­ ing to diet. NEDLLOYD HOLLAND (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), July 30 — Chairman Richard Darville, Secretaiy K. DeWitt, Deck Delegate Herbert Thrower, Steward Delegate Francis DiCarlo Jr. Chairman announced copy of new contract should be available when ship docks in Hous­ ton. Educational director reminded mem­ bers to upgrade at Piney Point. Treasurer reported $43 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew expressed its delight to negotiating committee for new contract. Next port: Houston. OMI CHAMPION (OMI Corp.), July 22 — Chairman Claude Bankston, Secretary Pedro Sellan, Educational Director P. Coppola. Chairman said new appliances would be brought onbq^d upon arrival in Norfolk, Va. He also announced new contract would be available then. Secre­ tary said it was a pleasure to sail with such a great bunch of brothers and excel­ lent steward department. Educational di­ rector reminded members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew told not to play music while in wheelhouse and to dress properly for mess hall. Next port: Nor­ folk. PATRIOT(Vulcan Carriers), July 30 — Chairman Ralph Gihhs, Secretary Ru­ dolf Springat, Deck Delegate Kent Mortver, Engine Delegate'Rohert War­ ren, Steward Delegate Rohert Racklin. Chairman reported everything was going smoothly. Secretary said he joined vessel in shipyard and it has taken some time to get it clean again. He noted ice machine and salad bar are operating in galley. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew re­ quested another washer from company for greasy work clothes. Galley gang thanked for fine food. Next port: Man­ chester, Wash. SEALIFT ANTARCTIC (IMC), July 29 — Chairman R. Saylors, Secretary L. Lamphere, Educational Director Tracy Hill, Deck Delegate Clay Baldwin, Steward Delegate G. Loftin. Chairman noted captain was happy with crew on­ board. He reminded members it takes team effort to have good ship. Secretary announced laundry would go ashore in Long Beach and those needing linen should see him. He asked members to keep messroom clean in evenings. He said captain asked that no food be taken to upper decks. Educational director said he would contact Seamen's Church for new books. No beefs or disputed OT. Crew received copy of 1990 farm bill de­ bate from patrolman for members to re­ view and discuss. Crew asked contracts department to revise length of time shipped to 180 days for A seniority, 120 for B and 90 for C. Crew reported stoves, drains, sinks and plumbing in gal­ ley are not working properly. Company purchased barbecue for ship. Steward de­ partment thanked for its good work. Next ports: Long Beach, Calif, and Man­ chester, Wash. ating new contract. Crew also thanked San Francisco Port Agent Nick Celona for job well done. Next port: Singapore. AMERICAN FALCON (American Trans­ port Lines), August 26 — Chairman Larry Winstead, Secretary Paul J. Zilkow, Engine Delegate Kevin P. Gor­ don. Chairman reported that new televi­ sion for crew lounge and mattresses and chairs for quarters had not arrived. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked for new ladders to check reefers for deck department. Crew thanked stew­ ard and engine departments for jobs well done. Crew noted decks had been kept orderly and well-maintained on voyage. FRANCES HAMMER (Ocean Shipholding), August 21 — Chairman Rick Wil­ son, Secretary Kris Hopkins, Educational Director Terry Jacohsen, Engine Delegate George Demetropoulos, Steward Delegate Toyo Gonzales. Chairman thanked crew for making this good voyage. Secretary re­ minded members to clean up rooms and turn in linens. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Treasurer reported $180 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew mentioned concern for Middle East crisis. Crew wanted to know if air conditioning would be re­ paired in shipyard. Crew thanked stew­ ard department for great food and cookouts. CAPE HUDSON (lOM), August 25 — Chairman Russel Barrack, Secretary Rebecca Sleeper, Educational Director Kenneth Biddle, Steward Delegate John Collins. Chairman asked crew to keep down noise at all times. Secretary asked ship's chairman be present when members' rooms are searched. Educa­ tional director reminded members to up­ grade at Lundeberg School. Treasurer announced ship's fund was empty after crew and officers purchased weight lift­ ing equipment. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward depart­ ment for its fine work. CAROLINA (Puerto Rico Marine), Au­ gust 20 — Chairman Edwin Ortega, Secretary Rafael Maldonado, Educa­ tional Director John J. Walsh, Deck Delegate Timmy LaRue, Engine Dele­ gate Elkin Kent. Chairman reported chief engineer shut off air conditioning compressor at night because it got too cold. He also noted water in showers, crew mess and crew lounge is too hot. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew sent letter pertaining to relief and replace­ ment crewmembers. Next ports: Eliza­ beth, NJ. and Baltimore. COURIER (Vulcan Carriers), August 17 — Chairman H. G. Bentz, Secretary Dana Zuls, Educational Director Jimmie Nicholson, Deck Delegate Michael Sutton, Engine Delegate Edwin Taylor, Steward Delegate E. Ramirez. Chair­ man saluted former SIU president, the late Paul Hall, and gave history of Hall's importance to union as Paul Hall holiday approached. Secretary asked for copies of new contract for members. He re­ quested company address be posted in mess hall. He urged members to help keep SIU number one. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew asked contracts department for clarification of length of time C seniority seafarers may stay aboard ship. Members were reminded not to slam doors or yell in hallways out of consideration to others. Crew gave a vote of thanks to SIU Secretary-Trea­ surer Joseph DiGiorgio for new SPAD t-shirts. Crew thanked SIU President Mi­ chael Sacco, 'Vice President for Collec­ tive Bargaining Angus "Red" Campbell and all other officials involved in negoti- •'i• ts,, •• '!i •n. • i . .*. k-: i k. Jii JULIUS HAMMER (Ocean Carriers), Au­ gust 12 — Chairman David B. Zurek, Secretary William Perry. Chairman re­ ported crew took care of repairs and asked for information on reliefs. Engine delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or stew­ ard delegates. Crew said it had not re­ ceived any materials from union lately. Crew noted vessel was anchored off coast of Greece for seven days with no launch service. Next port: Jacksonville, Fla. • k' :.|yi •• .i'"ki . '' Yr ' ••'If ' ' '' '"' '-i f.v,; . ' •• GOLDEN ENDEAVOR (American Mari­ time Transport), August 12 — Chairman Ray E. Todd, Secretary Frankie Ross, Educational Director E. E. Smith. Chair­ man and secretary reported everything was running smoothly. Treasurer an­ nounced $300 in movie fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. -k'Sf 1 Ml- •' k:} hk kh. f .'-t- f ;-i '' Pk • -r.' '."wi':. f' • ITS MOBILE (Apex Marine), August 12 — Chairman F. Jemsem, Secretary James H. Gleaton, Educational Director R. Natoli. Chairman talked with mem­ bers about new contract. Secretary dis­ cussed food preparations and problems with meat box. No beefs or disputed OT reported. LIBERTY BELLE (Liberty Maritime), Au­ gust 20 — Chairman Gifford Hayden, Secretary Norman Duhe, Educational Director S. Scott. Chairman discussed new contract agreement announced in Seafarers LOG. Treasurer reported $50 in ship's fund. All delegates reported dis­ puted OT because of lack of launch ser­ vice to Bangladesh and Sumatra. Crew reported ice machine and VCR broken most of voyage. •S, V j-iir: LIBERTY SEA (Liberty Maritime), Au­ gust 12 — Chairman William Dawson, Secretary R. DeBoissiere, Educational Director C. Mosley, Deck Delegate RonContinued on page 22 i:-.- • -y Payoff Aboard the Cove Trader Gatnered around the mess hall table during a p^coff in Mobile are, from the left: AB Pat Mathes, OMU Red Jo Dunahoo, Pumpman/Educational Director Richard Gray, AB/Deck Delegate A. Daniluk and Bosun C.E. "Pee Wee" Pryor. 'i. ' • •;? ' • • - -:3:. ^V y • ••V; �1,. • ' •• _ SCAFARERS LOS "Tev;-- •• ••.,;-s:. 7-\.-.' ,.A "M' iiSi • 'i '•.••.•. U':\ M ^v«-' -•#•• It^ :3. t' "ik- V-"" li;- vt- Continued from page 21 aid D. Noble, Steward Delegate Manny Castro. Chairman thanked members for smooth trip and reminded them to see pa­ trolman during payoff in Norfolk, Va. Educational director told crew it is im­ portant to donate to SPAD and upgrade at Piney Point. No beefs or disputed OT. Crew received Seafarers LOG. Crew still waiting for specifics on new contract. Crew asked company for new dryef. A vote of thanks was given to Bosun Wil­ liam Dawson and whole deck gang for making trip smooth. Another vote of thanks was given to Chief Steward R. DeBoissiere and Chief Cook Manny Castro for the best food in SIU and to GSU K. Mayer for top notch work. Still another vote of thanks was given to en­ gine department as best in union. Fi­ nally, crew thanked captain and officers for great trip. Next ports: Norfolk, Va. and New Orleans. LIBERTY SPIRIT (Liberty Maritime), Au­ gust 19 — Chairman Ray Brown, Secre­ tary T. Hanson, Educational Director W. Smith, Deck Delegate David Garoutte. Engine Delegate Isaac Rowel Jr., Steward Delegate Eric Gray. Chairman reported crew needs another washer as one is not enough. He reiterated what first mate told him that captain consid­ ered crew still under June 15,1987 agreement. Educational director in­ formed crew he has upgrading forms available. Treasurer noted $20 in movie fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked that Seafarers LOG publish names of companies signing on to new agreements when new pacts are an­ nounced. Crew noted shower curtains are not proper for facilities onboard. I?' 1: ?!•: ?i'/ • ¥',-i fir Hf''-:; :,f LNG TAURUS (ETC), August 12 — Chairman Charles Boyle, Secretary Wil­ liam Christmas, Educational Director Curtis L. Jackson, Deck Delegate Jack Rhodes, Engine Delegate Ralph Gosnell, Steward Delegate Leonard Murray Jr. Chairman told crew he would pass along any information he re­ ceives on new agreement. He asked crew to keep noise level down in consider­ ation of others. He discussed some fine points about safety and behavior while ashore in Indonesia. He announced Sea­ farers LOG received and distributed to members. Secretary reminded members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Trea­ surer reported $670 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward department for job well done. Bosun Charles Boyle asked for and received special vote of thanks for Chief Steward William Christmas who l':-v V'f'• C ••••'•' : ^ 7?'• Fire Drill in the Indian Ocean 7fr7 Bosun Jerry Fahey holds the nozzle during a routine fire drill aboard a propositioning ship in Diego Garcia. is handling his first job as steward. Next port: Tobato, Japan. done and Chief Cook Diana Nason for barbecues. Next port: Tacoma. MOKU PAHU (Pacific Gulf Marine), Au­ gust 26 — Chairman T. A. Tolentino. Secretary J. Pratt. Chairman told mem­ bers if they did not understand changes in shipping rules to see patrolman at pay­ off in Crockett, Calif. Secretary asked company to supply right parts for engine department to fix ice box and steam table before vessel sails. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew received new shipping rules from headquarters. Crew gave galley gang vote of thanks for being good feeder. Next ports: Kahului and Honolulu, Hawaii. SEA-LAND FREEDOM (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), August 18 — Chairman G. D. Walker, Secretary G. Sivley, Educa­ tional Director R. Chapman, Deck Dele­ gate John Noble. Chairman announced ship due in Tacoma, Wash, on August 19. Treasurer reported $339 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked to recycle trash as much as possible. Steward department thanked for great barbecues and good food. Next port: Tacoma. OMI WILLAMEnE(OMl Corp.), August 26 — Chairman C. E. Fryer, Secretary Robert L. Scott, Educational Director James W. Badgett, Deck Delegate D. Brooks, Steward Delegate Wilmer Jack. Chairman asked company to pro­ vide draws or payoffs every 15 days and for new television antenna. He noted ship was headed for West Coast. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine and steward delegates. Crew reminded to place garbage in proper receptacles for recycling. Steward department thanked for job well done. POWCf (Puerto Rico Marine), August 26 — Chairman Donald Wagner, Secre­ tary J. Chacon. Chairman announced re­ pairs are being completed with riding crew aboard. He expressed appreciation for fine ship with cooperation between top side and crew. Deck delegate re­ ported disputed OT. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported by engine and steward delegates. Crew thanked.stew­ ard department for job well done. RALEIGH BAY(Sea-Land Service), Au­ gust 12 — Chairman Howard Knox, Secretary E. Vazquez, Educational Di­ rector Doug Greiner. Chairman dis­ cussed availability of Seafarers ARC facility if needed by members. He re­ ported everything running smoothly aboard vessel. Secretary thanked crew for keeping recreation room clean. Edu­ cational director talked with members about upgrading at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked bosun and steward department for jobs well doij?. Next port: Elizabeth, N.J. SEA-LAND CHALLENGER (Sea-Land Service)i August 19 — Chairman Roy L. Williams, Secretary H. Scypes, Educa­ tional Director Calvin Langley, Engine Delegate Alexander Day, Steward Dele­ gate Jessie James. Chairman noted ship just came out of yard in Mobile. He said vessel has good crew trying to get every­ thing back to normal. He said announce­ ment of new agreement was posted for all to see. He reported five stowaways found before ship left Dominican Repub­ lic. Secretary said eveiything was run­ ning smooth in galley. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew reported new VCR needed. Steward department jhanked for pig and goat roast. Steward department asked contracts department to consider adding fourth member to gal­ ley. Next port: Elizabeth, NJ. SEA-LAND DEVELOPER (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), August 30 — Chairman R. Pinkham, Secretary M. Scardino, Edu­ cational Director A. Bell, Deck Delegate D. Rayburn, Engine Delegate Mark Lyons, Steward Delegate Diana Nason. Chairman reported new contract was sat­ isfactory. He noted some penalty rates paid by Sea,-Land are incorrect. He told crewmembers there will be no reliefs for rotary jobs but they can stay on vessel in­ definitely due to current activation. He said those with permanent jobs can get reliefs after 120 days. Secretary an­ nounced vessel would pay off September 5 in Tacoma, Wash. Educational director reminded members of importance of up­ grading at Piney Point and donating to SPAD. Deck and engine delegates re­ ported disputed OT. No beefs or dis- . puted OT reported by steward delegate. Crew thanked galley gang for job well SEA-LAND INTEGRITY (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), August 12 — Chairman C. James, Secretary Pedro Laboy, Steward Dele­ gate James P. O'Reilly. Chairman an­ nounced reefers had been installed. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine and steward delegates. Crew asked electrical wires be serviced on deck for safety rea­ sons. Steward department thanked for its good work. Next port: Houston. SEA-LAND MARINER (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), August 14 — Chairman L. Lohman, Secretaiy E. Manley, Educational Director Gene R. Speckman, Deck Del­ egate R. E. McGonagle, Steward Dele­ gate Dennis Skretta. Chairman announced all publications received had been distributed to members. Secretary thanked crew for keeping lounge and mess hall clean at all times. Educational director reminded crew to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew discussed message about no vacation reliefs and ability to stay aboard after time is up. Crew said new blankets needed as those onboard are short because of over-washing. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. SEA-LAND NAVIGATOR (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), August 4 — Chairman Werner Becher, Secretary John J. Alamar, Edu­ cational Director Walter C. Stevens. Chairman reported no new VCR and tele­ vision had been placed aboard so stew­ ard volunteered his VCR for crew's use. Secretary said it had been good trip and thanked crew for keeping recreation room and mess hall clean. He called crew best in SIU. Treasurer stated the $140 in movie fund was spent on 15 new movies. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew asked contracts department to make captain order new crewmembers from Manpower rather than unilaterally upgrade ratings onboard ship. Crew also asked contracts department to have com­ pany provide prepay slip before payoffs and have SIU member present when an­ other member is.being given drug or al­ cohol test. Next ports: Oakland, Calif!, Honolulu and Guam. SEA-LAND PATRIOT(Sea-Land Service), August 26 — Chairman R. F. Garcia, Secretary Floyd King, Educational Di­ rector Sam Kolewicz, Deck Delegate John T. Carnes, Steward Delegate Leonardo Sinisi. Educational director announced 1990 Lundeberg School class schedule was posted for those members wanting to upgrade. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Telex from headquar­ ters posted conceming changes in shipping rules because of Middle East crisis. Bosun thanked crew for keeping ship very clean and picking up after it­ self. Crew thanked steward department for good care of ship. Next ports: Wil­ mington and Oakland, Calif. SEA-LAND PRODUCER (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), August 12 — Chairman Pat Gallagher, Secretary Jennifer Jim, Edu­ cational Director J. B. Dryman. Chair­ man announced payoff set for August 19 in Long Beach, Calif. Educational direc­ tor urged crew to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Treasurer stated $70 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Steward delegate expressed thanks to Bosun Pat Gallagher for prompt re­ sponse to repair orders and Electrician Joe Dryman for fixing steam kettle. Crew acknowledged receipt of changes in shipping rules because of Persian Gulf crisis. Crew noted problems with drain­ age on main deck, vibration in crew mess, shuttle services in Honolulu and Hong Kong and lack of VCR hookup. Brother Dryman thanked Capt. Alfred Stewart for setting up communications system so Dryman could talk with his wife in Philippines after earthquake there. Steward department thanked for job well done. Crew also thanked radio officer for repairing radio communica­ tions to crewmembers' rooms. SEA-LAND QUALITY(Sea-Land Service), August 19 — Chairman A. C. Harring­ ton, Secretary Alvin P. Robinson, Edu­ cational Director John Ashley, Deck Delegate Donald M. Hood, Engine Dele­ gate Gregorio Blanco, Steward Dele­ gate W. Pitt. Chairman announced ship will be on new run. Treasurer reported $120 in ship's fund. Engine delegate re­ ported disputed OT. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported by deck and steward delegates. Crew acknowledged receipt of changes in shipping rules. Steward de­ partment thanked for its fine work. Next port: Boston. SEA-LAND TRADER (Sea-Land Service), August 26 — Chairman J. Schoenstein, Secretary R. Spencer, Educational Direc­ tor'Frank L. Hall, Deck Delegate A. Brooks, Engine Delegate Willie J. Lee Jr., Steward Delegate A. Mederiros. Chairman stated each member needs copy of shipping rules. He said all run­ ning well and all hands are doing fine job. He urged members who qualify to upgrade at Lundeberg School. He thanked the galley gang for its fine work. Secretary reminded crew to donate to SPAD. He said he would talk with port steward about replacing mattresses. Edu­ cational director reminded crew to prac­ tice safety at all times. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked patrol­ men to realize shortness of stay in port and not hold long meetings at payoff. Crew also asked for refrigerator in each room and new television, VCR and toaster for crew mess area. SEA-LAND VOYAGER (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), August 26 — Chairman James H. Lewis, Secretaiy L. Martin, Educa­ tional Director B. Ohler, Deck Delegate Rickie Burgess, Engine Delegate Do­ mingo Milla, Steward Delegate A. O. Sharif. Chairman reported payoff set for August 26. Secretary said trip was not too bad but had some questions about extra pay for seven extra people on­ board. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine and steward delegates. Crew acknowledged receipt of changes in ship­ ping rules. SENATOR (Crowley), August 18 — Chairman D. L. McCorvey, Secretary L. Pion, Deck Delegate I. Glass, Engine Delegate J. Newhouse, Steward Dele­ gate T. Quammie. Chairman said every­ thing was running smoothly and repair list had been prepared. Engine delegate reported some beefs. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported by deck and steward delegates. Letter from headquarters re­ garding crew's refusal to work OT was read and flatly denied by chairman. Re­ pair list made available for patrolman. Crew asked company for more vents to pull air out of galley, new ice machine and repairs to galley range. Crew also asked for granulated fly killer and bot­ tled waten SGT. WILLIAM R. BUTTON (Amsea), Au­ gust 17 — Chairman William Gorju, Secretary John Holtschhiag, Educa­ tional Director James Bates, Deck Dele­ gate C. L. Montgomery, Steward Delegate H. Hollings. Chairman an­ nounced letters received conceming EPA adjustments and changes in ship­ ping rules. He said crew performed well during recent exercise near Indian Is­ land, Wash. He urged members to up­ grade at Piney Point. He noted Seattle patrolman talked with crew about new contract and to be sure to register when members sign off and keep dues up to date. Secretary stated everyone worked together during exercise helping to make it succesisful. Treasurer announced Continued on page 23 �moBCRim 23 • • • ;r.v • Ships Digests Continued from page 22 $1,000 in ship's fund. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Galley gang received plaque for its efforts in feeding 137 Ma­ rines during operations. Next port: Singa­ pore. SPIRIT OF TEXAS (Seahawk Manage­ ment), August 5 — Chairman Bob Livermore, Secretary J. Melendez, Deck Delegate G. Warren, Engine Dele­ gate G. Cooper, Steward Delegate S. A. Simsuangco. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew suggested steward order extra cigarettes for officials overseas as well as make sure enough are onboard for crew. ULTRAMAR (American Maritime Trans­ port), August 19 — Chairman R. Law­ rence, Secretary Howard G. Williams, Educational Director J. G. Arch, Deck Delegate Michael Gomes, Engine Dele­ gate Richard Rodgers, Steward Dele­ gate Gerald Shirley. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew stated need for new washer and microwave oven. CAPE METEOR (lOM), September 4 — Chairman Albert Moore, Secretary Peter Schuiz, Educational Director Gregorio Ahalos. Chairman had many questions for contracts department col­ lected from crewmembers about vessel. Some questions included subsistence for overheated cabins, bonuses for war zone and ammunition cargo, problems with radio and television antenna, cots for use in Middle East and repair or replacement of ice machine and washer/dryer. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew was advised to upgrade at Lundeberg School at first opportunity. CAPE MOHICAN (OMl Corp.), Septem­ ber 3 — Chairman W. Gregory, Secre­ tary F. Robertson, Deck Delegate D. Goggins,'Engine Delegate G. Linkous, Steward Delegate C- Spencer. Chairman talked about what will be expected of members onboard. He gave a little his­ tory about SIU and informed newcomers union is good way to make living. Secre­ tary also updated crew on union matters. He said they were off to good start and considered crew one of best assembled in such short time. Educational director told newcomers to make most of oppor­ tunities and upgrade at Piney Point. No beefs or disputed OT. Crew received cop­ ies of Seafarers LOG and contract. Crew asked to keep noise down for sleeping members and help keep ship clean. Stew­ ard department thanked for doing good job with small crew. ITB BALTIMORE (Apex Marine), Septem­ ber 9 — Chairman Jimmy Rogers, Sec­ retary Andrew Hagan, Educational Director Spires Perdikis, Deck Delegate Pedro Ramos, Steward Delegate Joe Fratini. Chairman told crew vessel will change companies next month. He said he did not know what changes will be oc­ curring but would keep members in­ formed. He urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Engine delegate re­ ported disputed OT. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported by deck and steward delegates. Crew asked pension depart­ ment to review increasing pensions ac­ cording to number of days worked and instead of having ceiling on it. Crew agreed wages and benefits as written in Seafarers LOG were substantial and are appreciated. Vote of thanks given to steward department. Next ports: Stapleton, N.J. and St. Croix. LIBERTY STAR (Liberty Maritime), Sep­ tember 2 — Chairman John Konetes, Secretary Samuel Loftin, Engine Dele­ gate T. J. Matthews, Steward Delegate James Thacker. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew discussed recent mes­ sages received from headquarters. Chair­ man said he would advise crew when more arrive. Steward department asked contracts department to look into increas­ ing number of crewmembers in galley. Crew thanked steward department for job well done. Next port; New Orleans. OMl COLUMBIA (OMI Corp.), September 15 — Chairman Ernest Duhon, Secre­ tary Chester Moss, Deck Delegate J. A. Casugay, Engine'Delegate Michael D. LeVan, Steward Delegate Isidro Santi­ ago. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked for non-skid for forw'ard deck. Members asked contracts depart­ ment for clarification as to effective date of new agreement. All hands are asked to be available for Coast Guard inspec­ tion September 18. OVERSEAS ALASKA (Maritime Over­ seas), September 2 — Chairman C. L. Hickenbotam, Secretary Janet Price, Educational Director Tom Koubek, Deck Delegate J. IVIixon, Steward Dele­ gate John Clark. Chairman advised crew of changes in shipping rules cre­ ated by Persian Gulf crisis. Secretary urged members to upgrade at Piney Point. Educational director thanked crew for good job in sorting plastics and cans. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked welfare plan to consider increas­ ing dental coverage. Crew asked com­ pany for television antenna, chairs and trashcans for crew lounge. Crew re­ minded to keep lounge clean and put away VCR when finished. OVERSEAS JOYCE (Maritime Overseas), September 12 — Chairman Richard Bradford, Secretary Steve Parker,' Edu­ cational Director Matt Ryan, Deck Dele­ gate Duane Stevens, Steward Delegate Mari Lasagna-Short. Chairman an­ nounced payoff scheduled for Jackson­ ville, Fla. He said reliefs would be waiting there. He reminded crew to clean rooms before leaving. Secretary thanked crew for smooth trip. No beefs or dis­ puted OT. Crew urged to read Seafarers LOG for union information. Bosun thanked deck department for good trip. Next ports: Jacksonville, Baltimore, Newark, N.J. and Boston. OVERSEAS WASHINGTON (Maritime Overseas), September 2 — Chairman Gerald Westphal, Secretary J. D. Wil­ son, Educational Director C. Dunden. Chairman advised crew vessel would pay off in Tampa, Fla. He asked mem­ bers to clean their rooms before leaving vessel and to register at home ports to re­ claim jobs. He reminded members to be sure drug screens are up-to-date. Trea­ surer reported $20 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Steward department thanked for job well done. Next port: Tampa. PATRIOT(Vulcan Carriers), September 4 — Chairman Ralph Gibbs, Secretary Rudolf Springat, Educational Director George Lockett, Deck Delegate Keith Blowens, Engine Delegate Leslie D. Cope, Steward Delegate Robert Racklin. Chairman noted drains not working in galley crew toilets. He said crew liked change in schedule with ves­ sel going to Seattle to pick up good American stores. He believed ship was headed back for Subic Bay, the Philip­ pines, then to Singapore and probably Persian Gulf. He hoped war cooled off before ship went back. Secretary stated everything was running smoothly. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew said it needs antenna for television for shoreside channels. Crew thanked galley gang for its fine food. Next port: Subic Bay. PAUL BUCK (Ocean Shipholding), Sep­ tember 3 — Chairman Jamison Miller, Secretary J. Abernathy, Deck Delegate Robert Scheindler, Engine Delegate Melvin Grayson. Chairman stated every­ thing was running smoothly. He said cap­ tain has been notified of needed repairs. Secretary noted vessel was in Houston seven days and no repairs were com­ pleted. He announced ship took on enough stores to go to Japan. Educa­ tional director reminded members to up­ grade at Lundeberg School as union needs qualified members. Treasurer re­ ported $250 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew acknowl­ edged receipt of telex from headquarters regarding changes in shipping rules. Crew welcomed Captain Hockinberry back and thaiiked steward department for good work and fine barbecues. SEA-LAND ENTERPRISE (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), September 2 — Chairman David C. Byrd, Secretary R. C. Agbulos, Edu­ cational Director Joseph Ortiz, Deck Delegate M. Bevak, Engine Delegate J. Collins, Steward Delegate R. Casuga. Secretary stated ship had good crew and it had been good voyage. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Minute of silence held in memory of departed brothers and sisters. Next port: Long Beach, Calif. SEA-LAND EXPEDITION (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), September 9 — Chairman Marvin Zimbro, Secretary W. Reid, Educa­ tional Director David Dukehart, Stew­ ard Delegate J, Flatts. Secretary and educational director urged members to read Seafarers LOG for latest in union in­ formation. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Bosun said he wanted extra men on security watch in Jamaica and Rio Haina. Electrician advised members to check OT for correct rates. SEA-LAND EXPRESS (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), September 9 — Chairman Dennis Brown, Secretary Paul Calmier, Deck Delegate Mike Ingram, Engine Dele­ gate A. Aguiar, Steward Delegate Larry Ballard. Secretary thanked Angus "Red" Campbell, SIU vice presi­ dent for collective bargaining, and union negotiating team for best three-year con­ tract in recent years. He said the 5 per­ cent raise was more than members expected. Engine and steward delegates reported disputed OT. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported by deck delegate. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. SEA-LAND MARINER (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), September 22 — Chairman Leon Lohman, Secretary Eric T. Manley, Deck Delegate R. E: McGonagle, En­ gine Delegate E. Gooch, Steward Dele­ gate Dennis Skretta. Chairman thanked all hands for jobs well done and keeping ship clean. He said he has applications for upgrading at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew noted receipt of several communications regarding shipping and Persian Gulf cri­ sis. Crew said it needs new blankets and radio repaired. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. SEA-LAND NAVIGATOR (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), September 9 — Chairman Wer­ ner Becher, Secretary John J. Alamar, Educational Director Walter C. Ste­ vens. Chairman reported no problems on trip. He advised crewmembers to have books checked by patrolman at payoff in Long Beach, Calif. Secretary also noted good trip and good crew for keeping ship clean. No beefs or disputed OT re- . ported. Deck delegate asked why crew cannot work OT but company hires labor from Kaohsiung, Japan, Taiwan and Hong Kong to clean ship. He said it is taking money out of members' pock­ ets. Crew asked contracts department to see if contractual companies would allow members with abuse problems to get help at Seafarers ARC facility in Val­ ley Lee, Md. before they are reported to Coast Guard.Next ports: Oakland, Calif., Honolulu, Guam and Hong Kong. SEA-LAND PACIFIC(Sea-Land Service), September 16 — Chairman L. Freeburn, Secretary F. Sison, Educa­ tional Director S. BIgelow. Chairman noted ice machine still not fixed. Chair­ man announced $56 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Moment of silence observed for departed brothers and sisters. SEA-LAND PRODUCER (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), September 16 — Chairman Jack Edwards, Secretary Jennifer Jim, Edu­ cational Director Joe Dryman. Chair­ man noted safety problems with shuttle services in Hawaii, Guam, Kaoshiung, Japan and Hong Kong are not resolved even after being brought to attention of first mate. He announced payoff sched­ uled for Long Beach, Calif, on Septem­ ber 24. Crew presented retiring Captain Alfred Stewart with belt buckle as ex­ pression of gratitude for his excellent ser­ vice and wished him well. Treasurer listed $70 in ship's fund. No beefs or dis­ . r.. puted OT reported. Members com­ plained chemicals being used in sand blasting are being carried through air vents when they are not closed causing nose bleeds and skin rashes. Members of the crew and officers wished Capt. Stew­ art a joyful retirement, may he be carried on the wings of Pegasus as he soars into these new heights, may he experience peaceful comfort, prosperity and good health as he rides Ae new wave of retire­ ment. SEALIFT ANTARCTIC (IMC), September 12 — Chairman R. Saylors, Secretary L. Lamphere, Educational Director M. Brown, Deck Delegate C. Baldwin, En­ gine Delegate T. Hill, Steward Delegate G. Loftin. Chairman announced stove still out of order and has been out since May 24. He said drains in sink still need repairing. Educational director asked for copy of 1991 Lundeberg School sched­ ule for members wanting to upgrade. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. En­ gine and steward delegates reported no beefs or disputed OT. Letter concerning shipping rules changes posted. Steward department thanked for job well done. Next ports: Long Beach, Calif, and Ferndale. Wash. •j'i• SEALIFT CARIBBEAN (IMC), September 9 — Chairman W. C. Steele, Secretary R. Tarantino, Educational Director D. Klenke, Deck Delegate D. Zealberg, En­ gine Delegate G. Stropicb, Steward Del­ egate Darryl Brown. Chairman talked with members about U.S. intervention in Middle East and importance of U.S. mer­ chant fleet to national defense. He said sea mobility is key to readiness. Secre­ tary explained importance of oil prices and how U.S. is so dependent on oil for everyday living. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Piney Point as soon as possible. He also talked about price gouging by big corporations. Treasurer announced $41 in movie fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew made aware of changes in shipping rules caused by Persian Gulf crisis. Crew asked company to forward mail more often and provide more movies. Next port: Norfolk, Va. SEALIFT PACIFIC (IMC), September 25 — Chairman Fred Gongora, Secretary M. St. George, Educational Director Juan Patino, Deck Delegate Ron Owens, Steward Delegate James Robin­ son. Chairman explained to members changes in shipping rules created by Middle East crisis. All delegates re­ ported disputed OT. Chief Cook James Robinson thanked for job well done. Crewmembers were asked to be more considerate during night lunch and were reminded to keep crew lounge clean. Crew asked company to furnish movies, washing machine and television as well as forward mail regularly. USNS CAPELLA (IMC), September 2 — Chairman Michael Sbappo, Secretary Herbert Davis. Chairman will contact headquarters to determine what contract is in place as captain is not sure. Secre­ tary asked company to supply right amount of money for contract draws. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Bosun asked all departments to supply repair lists. USNS KANE (Mar Ship), September 2 — Chairman David Lyons, Secretary P. Rodriguez, Educational Director W. C. Blankensbip, Deck Delegate James Kasb. Chairman read telex congratulat­ ing crew on effort put forth in QA in­ spection. He reported on new restrictions about company overtime. He noted mes­ sage on change in shipping rules caused by Persian Gulf crisis. Educational direc­ tor encouraged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Treasurer announced $10 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked chairman to talk with captain about increasing money available for draw and crewmembers' special checks which are arriving late. Crew told new chairs for lounge have been ordered. Crew expressed concem about chains at rail and asked bosun to check them out. Next port: Glasgow, Scotland. 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B.>, ' r3hr. ;iji: • •>'•4.1. • 41/ 441; • •i&' •^iL' Trainee Lifeboat Class 458—Graduating from the trainee lifeboat class 458 are, from the left (front row), Daniel Brotsch, Joe Spell II, Christina Varano, Ben Stanley, John Bounds, (second row) Kevin Doyle, Davis Benjamin, Gilberto Tolentino, Courtney Bryan, Ron Saragusa, instructor Jim Moore, (third row) Casey Stewart, Gloria Rodriguez, William Boyd, Spencer Smith, John Nelson, Roy Blankership, Scott Burner, Gordon White, Bryon Jameson, Jody Degen, Scott Kreger, John Dunavant, Denny Harrott, Joe Richardson and Jeff Bull. • tit ••: / ^44;., :Wf5. mi'Ju\ Marine Electrical Maintenance—Completing the eight-week course consisting of classroom and practical shop training are, from the left (front row kneeling), Paul Peterson, John Wong, (second row) Tom Doran, John Smith, Rex Bolin, Laurence Gilley, (third row) Leroy Brown, Charles Betz and Robert Hamil. Correction -il};!.- WM-- 4' . • •• >••4 '• ir-'] >fr:: Firemen, Oilers, Watertenders—Completing the course of instruction leading to endorsement as an FOWT are, from the left first row kneeling), Peter Calley, Ralph Bullard, Gregory Stone, Shane Moore, Wi fredo Diaz, (second row) Benjamin Magliano, Denny Burns, Tyrone Bell, Karl Friebel, Jose Rodriguez Jr., Raphael Torres^ instructor J.C. Wiegman, Thomas Dunn, Mike Visone and Clarence Scott. /i/ 4:- This photo was misidentified in the September LOG. Pictured above are the graduates of a QMED class. They are, from the left (front row), Gary Bernard, Lonnie Fiarge, Curtis Aragon, Sam Anthony Negron, Kevin Wray, (second row) James Canty, Christopher J. Derra, Troy L. Flemina Sam Walker, Rick Ramirez, Carmine Barbati, (third row) Devin Glossin, William Romez, Scott Mellinger, Theron Peter­ son, (back row) William Harris, Carl E. Dyson, Tony Yore and John Copeland. fi4„ j;4 •i ."^• I--. Uik 441^4:' t-/' -/' :.-4. , ^ \i <?? Sealift Operations and Maintenance—The seafarers pictured above learned about underway replenishment: helicopter, crane and forklift operations; damage control, and search and rescue boat operations. From the left are (first row kneeling) Tim FitzGerald, Sofronio Adenio, Blu Awong, instructor Jim Currie, (second row) instructor Jeff Swanson, Jamie Miller, Kenneth L. Simbler, Chris Regan, Carl Laird, Sam Hampshire and Walter Napper. Not pictured is Roberta Blum. Jose M. Llitera, steward assistant aboard the DSNS Bartlett, provided this beautiful sunset photo to the Seafarers LOG while the vessel was being serviced by Mobile Patrolman Ed Kelly. ii4' • �OaOBER 1990 DEEP SEA JAMES ABRAMS James Abrams, 65, passed away Au­ gust 24. He was bom in Camden, N.J. and serveil in the Navy from 1942 to 1946, Brother Abrams joined the Seafarers in April 1956 in the port of Balti­ more. Early in his steward de­ partment career, he sailed for Ore Navigation. He started col­ lecting his pension in August 1984. THOMAS M. ALSPAUGH Thomas M.Alspaugh, 82, died July 28. He joined the Ma­ rine Cooks and Stewards in 1927 and sailed on the steamship Yale. He served in the Army Air Corps during World War II then returned to sea working primarily on the Matson Lines' Lurline and American Presi­ dent Lines' Cleveland and Wil­ son. Brother Alspaugh retired in 1970 from the MCS, before it merged with the AGLIWD. OSCAR BIRD Oscar Bird, 71, passed away Au­ gust 27. A native of Argen­ tina, he joined the union in August 1948 in the port of New York. Brother Bird upgraded his engine de­ partment rating in 1976 at the Lundeberg School. He began drawing his pension in Decem­ ber 1983. CHARLES E. BURNS Charles E. Bums, 75, died Sep­ tember 1. The Macon, Ga. native was a charter member of the Seafarers, hav­ ing joined in Febmaiy 1939 in the port of Jacksonville, Fla. Brother Bums shipped in the engine department. He was ac­ tive in many union activities. He started to receive his pen­ sion in April 1975. CHARLES CASSARD Charles Cassard, 80, passed away August 1. After serving in the Navy from 1942 to 1943, he joined the SIU in May 1951 in his native New Orleans. Brother Cassard sailed in the steward depart-, ment before he retired in De­ cember 1978. LUKEA.CIAMBQLI Luke A. Ciamboli, 66, died Au­ gust 29. He was bom in West Orange, N.J. and served in the Army Air Force from 1943 to 1945. He joined the union in March 1947 in the port of New York. During his black gang career, Brother Ciamboli sailed in the Vietnam region during that conflict. He started cpllecting his pension in August 1978. LYNDON J. McKAMY Lyndon J. McKamy, 27, passed away June 18. He was bom in Nebraska, Brother McKamy joined the unionin July 1989. LLOYD A. CLARK Lloyd A. Clark, 80, passed away August 13. The Louisi­ ana native served in the Navy from 1942 to 1946. He joined the Seafarers in May 1970 in the port of San Francisco. Brother Clark was a member of the steward department at the time of his death. CLIFTON G. McLELLAN Clifton G. McLellan, 81, died September 6. He was bom in Pittsburgh and joined the Sea­ farers in September 1948 in the port of San Francisco. Brother McLellan retired from the deck department in April 1974. RALPH E. FITZPATRICK Ralph E. Fitzpatrick, 76, died Septem­ ber 19. A native of Coving­ ton, Va., he served in the Army from 1942 to 1945. Brother Fitzpatrick joined the SIU in June 1954 in the port of San Francisco. Early in his galley gang career, he sailed for Waterman ves­ sels. He began collecting his pension in Febmary 1977. BOBBY FORD Bobby Ford, 63, passed away July 27. The Arkansas native ' was a member of the Marine Cooks and Stewards. He joined the SIU-AGLIWD in October 1972. Brother Ford retired in March 1989. GUNNAR L. MONSEN Gunnar L. Monsen, 90, passed away March 1 in a Seat­ tle nurs­ ing center. A native of Norway, he joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1917. Brother Monsen shipped with Alaska Steamship Company before he retired in November 1963. His remains were cremated. CLARENCE MORSE JR. Clarence Morse Jr., 71, died September 9. He was a native of Mobile, Ala. and joined the SIU in January 1944 in the port of New York. Brother Morse sailed in the steward depart­ ment before he started collect­ ing his pension in March 1988. JOSE REYES CLAUDE C. LANIER Claude C. Lanier, 66, died January 27. Bom in Atlanta, he joined the SIU in August 1942 in the port of Mobile, Ala. Brother Lanier sailed in the deck department and was a member of District 2 MEBA. He started drawing his pension in August 1988. JOHNSIMONELLI John Simonelli, 58, passed away Sep­ tember 6. The Brooklyn native served in the Army from 1950 to 1953. He was a January 1960 gradu­ ate of the Andrew Fumseth Training School in New York. Brother Simonelli was an ac­ tive member of the deck depart­ ment at the time of his death. JERRY SONICO Jerry Sonico, 72, died June 25 in a San Francisco hospital. He was bom in the Philippines and joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards. Brother Sonico started collecting his pension in August 1972. He was buried June 29 in Holy Cross Ceme­ tery in Colma, Calif. His wife, Emy, survives him. LORRAINE A. VAUGHT Lorraine A. Vaught, 73, passed away March 18 of pneumonia in a Davis, Calif, hospital. She joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards and became a mem­ ber of the AGLIWD when the MCS merged with the District in 1978, Sister Vaught began receiving her pension in Febm­ ary 1984. Her remains were cremated. FRANK VIVERO FRED R. HATTAWAY Fred R. Hattaway, 70, died Feb­ mary 20. He was bom in Flor­ ida and joined the union in April 1948 in the port of New York. Brother Hattaway sailed in the engine department be­ fore he retired. ALFRED KIRKCONNELL Alfred Kirkcon­ nell, 80, passed away Au­ gust 31. A native of Honduras, he joined the Seafarers in November 1961 in the port of Tampa, Fla. Brother Kirkconnell shipped in the deck department. He began receiving his pension in April 1975. ers in May 1947 in the port of Norfolk, Va. Brother Sims eamed a safety aw^d for his work aboard the SS Robin Hood during the first half of 1960. He upgraded his steward department rating during 1980. He retired in May 1984. tive joined the union in April 1940 in the port of New York. He shipped in the deck depart­ ment. Brother Reyes began drawing his pension in 1968. RAULRIOS Raul Rios, 76, suc­ cumbed to cancer on June 22. He was bom in Manati, P.R. and joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1945. Brother Rios began his galley gang career sailing aboard Grace Lines vessels. He started receiving his pension in March 1970. He is survived by his wife, Ramona. ERNEST D. SIMS Emest D. Sims, 70, died Sep­ tember 16. He was a na­ tive of Georgia and joined the Seafar­ Frank Vivero, 84, died August 30. He was bom in Spain and joined the union in June 1947 in the port of New York. Brother Vivero shipped in the galley gang be­ fore he started drawing his pen­ sion in July 1966. LESLIE L. WILSON Leslie L. Wilson, 65, passed away August 8. The Kentucky native joined the Seafarers in November 1948 in the port of New York. Brother Wilson sailed in the steward depart­ ment, including many years aboard the Del Mar. He retired in Febmary 1964. 1979. Boatman Beattie shipped in the engine department and had sailed in the deep sea divi­ sion, as well as the inland. He was an active member at the time of his death. WILLIAM J. DIXON William J. Dixon, 35, died April 27. Bom in Norfolk, Va., he joined the SIU in September 1972 in the port of Philadelphia. Boatman Dixon was an active member of the black gang at the time of his death. •' r-« .v- ? 4.: RAY C. GIMBERT Ray C. Gimbert, 62, passed away August 23. He was bom in South Norfolk, Va. and served in the Naval Reserve from 1948 to 1954. Boatman Gimbert joined the union in De­ cember I960. He shipped in the deck department on McA­ llister Brothers vessels and up­ graded his rating in 1977 at the Lundeberg School. He began collecting his pension in March 1988. •I'- -i.- JOHN STEELE "~"'v John Steele, 83, died August 10. The native of Marlboro, Mass. served in the Army from 1940 to 1945. He joined the Seafarers in March 1969 in the port of New Orleans. Boatman Steele sailed in the steward department on Red Circle Transport Company vessels. He started receiving his pension in December 1978. ' GREAT LAKES JERRY LaDUKE Jerry La Duke, 49, passed away Au­ gust 31. Bom in St. Ignace, Mich., he served in the Army from 1959 to 1960 and from 1962 to 1965. He joined the SIU in July 1967 in the port of De­ troit. Brother LaDuke was an active member of the deck de­ partment at the time of his death. .i I ,1;: •" i-- EVERETT NOACK INLAND GARTH A. BEATTIE Garth A. Beattie, 34, passed away Au­ gust 17. A native of Los Angeles, he graduated from the Lundeberg School in June •:4r- Everett Noack, 73, died August 12. He was bom in Al­ pena, Mich, and joined the union in October 1960 in the port of Detroit. Brother Noack shipped in the deck department before he re­ tired in August 1971. •.-ti- Hi; • 4 m S �siAFARmm Summary Annual Report Seafarers Vacation Fund This is a summary of the annual report of the Seafarers Vacation Fund EIN 13 5602047 for the year ended December 31, 1989. The annual report has been filed with the Internal Revenue Service, as required under the Employee Retire­ ment Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA). The Trust has committed itself to pay claims incurred under the terms of the plan. !ii.: Basic Financial Statement The value of plan assets, after subtracting liabilities of the plan was a deficit $(1,936,433) as of December 31, 1989, compared to a deficit of $(2,277,541) as of January 1, 1989. During the plan year, the plan experienced an increase in its net assets of $341,108. During the plan year, the plan had total income of $32,193,556 including employer contributions of $31,697,836 and earnings from investments of $495,720. Plan expenses were $31,852,448. These expenses included $3,429,590 in administrative expenses, $26,440,657 in benefits paid to participants and beneficiaries, and $1,982,201 in other expenses (payroll taxes on vacation bene­ fits). .1,4-4^:1 V''' •'J.4; - 1 Your Rights to Additionallnformation rl' llfi. 't'.'1:r:--y~- • • /•' ." ;4|f •:r;':r:..; - - •- • >:-• :<• Know Your Rights ' , 34/.;v;.i''y:...:,,...i' ''^0' •:44 •'4^s W' II ••'.v :« III- ii •'<•5 :•••-.-I : 'If'- |lr- 1: •fir :•••; fy--tj •t You have the right to receive a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof, on request. The items listed below are included in that report: (1) An accountant's report; (2) Assets held for investment; (3) Service pro­ vider and trustee information. To obtain a copy of the full annual report, or any part thereof, write or call the office of Mr. Nick Marrone, who is the Plan Administrator, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746, (301) 899-0675. The charge to cover copying costs will be $1.50 for the full annual report, or $.10 per page for any part thereof. You also have the right to receive from the plan administrator, on request and at no charge, a statement of the assets and liabilities of the plan and accompanying notes, or a statement of income and expenses of the plan and accompanying notes, or both. If you request a copy of the full annual report from the plan administrator, these two statements and accompanying notes will be included as part of that report. The charge to cover copying costs given above does not include a charge for the copying of these portions of the report because these portions are furnished without charge. You also have the legally protected right to examine the annual report at the main office of the plan located at 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746, and at the U.S. Department of Labor in Washington, D.C., or to obtain a copy from the U.S. Department of Labor upon payment of copying costs. Requests to the Department should be addressed to Public Disclosure Room, N4677, Pension and Welfare Benefit Programs, U.S. Department of Labor, 200 Constitution Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20216. 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 fi­ nances. The constitution requires a de­ tailed audit by Certified Public . Accountants every year, which is to be submitted to the membership by the Secretary-Treasurer. A yearly finance committee of rank and file memters, elected by the membership, makes ex­ amination each year of the finances of the Union and reports fully their find­ ings and recommendations. 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 In­ land Waters District are administered in accordance with the provisions of vari­ ous trust fund agreements. All these agreements specify that the trustees in charge of these funds shall equally con­ sist of Union and management repre­ sentatives 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. SHIPPING RIGHTS. A member's shipping rights and seniority are pro­ tected exclusively by contracts between the Union and the employers. Members should get to know their shipping rights. Copies of these contricts are posted and available in all Union halls. , If members believe there have been vi­ olations of their shipping or seniority rights as contained in the contracts be­ tween the Union and the employers. they should notify the Seafarers Appeds Board bjr certified mail, return receipt requested. The proper address for this is: Angus''Red" Campbell Chairman, Seafairers Appeals Board 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to members at all times, either by writing directly to the Union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which an SIU member works and lives aboard a ship or boat. Members should know their contract rights, as well as their obligations, such as filing for overtime (OT) on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If, at any time, a member believes that an SIU patrolman or other Union offi­ cial fails to protect their contract rights properly, they should contact the near­ est SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY—THE SEAFARERS LOG. The Seafarers LOG has traditionally refrained from publishing any article serving the polit­ ical purposes of any individual in the Union, officer or member. It also has refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the Union or its collective membership. This estab­ lished policy has been reaffirmed by membership action at the September 1960 meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsibility for Seafarers LOG policy is vested in an editorial board which consists of the Executive Board of the Union. The Executive with crewmembers scurrying from one place to-another to get the Job done, an ac­ cident cem occur any time and any place when something spills. When you see something on the deck, don't walk past It because it's not your job or department. Report it, secure It or clean It. It's the job of every SIU member to make sure the ship Is a safe place to work. Remember, your five minutes of extra effort can prevent an­ other member's lifetime of pain. AN SIU SHIP IS A SAFE SHIP Lets keep It that way! Board may delegate, from among its ranks, one individual to carry out this responsibility. PAYMENT 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 circumstances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any such payment be made without supply­ ing 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. CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. Copies of the SIU constitution are available in all Union halls. All members should obtain copies of thisconstitution so as to famil­ iarize themselves with its contents. Any time a member feels any other member or officer is attempting to deprive him of any constitutional right or obligation by any methods such as dealing with charges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, the member so affected should immediately notify headquarters. EQUAL RIGHTS. All members are guaranteed equal rights in employ­ ment 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 em­ ployers. Consequently, no member may be discriminated against because of race, creed, color, sex and national 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 POLITICAL AC­ TIVITY DONATION—SPAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fund. Its proceeds are used to further its objects and purposes including, but not limited to, furthering the political, social and economic interests of maritime work­ ers, the preservation and furthering of the American Merchant Marine with improved employment opportunities for seamen and boatmen and the ad­ vancement of trade union concepts. In connection with such objects, SPAD supports and contributes to political candidates for elective office. All con­ tributions are voluntary. No contribu­ tion may be solicited or received because of force, job discrimination, financial reprisal, or threat of such con­ duct, or as a condition of membership in the Union or of employment. If a contribution is made by reason of the above improper conduct, the member should notify the Seafarers Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the contribution for investigation and appropriate action and refund, if involuntary. A member should support SPAD to protect and further his eco­ nomic, political and social interests, and American trade union concepts. If at any time a member feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he has been denied his constitutional right of access to Union records or information, he should immediately notify SIU Pres­ ident Michael Sacco at headquarters by certified mail, return receipt re­ quested. The address is 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. '.-I'iL y 4:- • - •, �^^BCR1990 SI"? '•-' 1990-9! ~~ • •••^_L--- . • "" " ^'^'•'''• ;• •••:"':v":'- lOvndu^ Cems^ V Check-In Date ''\-:^'k:r-k , ''WdKi fc-i '44:4 All students in the Ste^A r4dt& •15$ n; All Students ^^ceinber'tip Januaiy2l March4 April IS May 27 \ , November 12 November 2fi December 10 Januaiy 7 January 21 February 4 February 18 March 4 March 18 April I April IS April 29 May 13 May 27 June 10 June 24 ^Mp Handling lumbers I. I ' ^ ^ , i» , '", M, < Completion ———- '•^'•^ Januai^'4 ^ ^^bniaty is March 29 10 January 21 February 18 March 18 April 8 May 6 June 24 November 26 February 4 March 4 April 1 * April 22 May 20 February 4 January 28 January 14 April 22 ; :.'i® l^Bar Observer Unlimited Third Mate inland Deck Llce^ Celestial Navigation Or/ w// Couise Course Check-In Date l^ecember 10 February 18 April I ^"ayij May 13 June 24 (I week) completion th" e . November 23 December? December 21 January 18 February I February is March I March IS March 29 April 12 , Apra 26..^ :;-,;'lli May 10 ; <'^'4"' ' ,. 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MMS " M January ]4 BKMDING Mvuanoli Name Completion -Date Cbeck-In Completion * — Date - Date January 21 April 12 November 19 December 7 i>ecember 10 December 28 December 31 January 18 Januai^f 21 February 8 Februai^r n March I March 4 March 22 March 2S April 12 April IS May 3 M^ 6 May 24 May 27 June 14 June 17 July S May 24 March I May 24 March IS 1991 March 25 June 3 'ai Completion .Date December 14 February 22 Aprils May 17 • AS?V ""^•^•^week Se^ht fyf rJ •'' - •; .•••• I f' a-.j April 12 April ^^ril 12 April S •?* Date Of Birth. Mo/Oay/Vcar (Oiy) Deep Sea M k ' 'Zip Code) Teiephonei ) •'4\ '•'"f- •«' ';• • 1. VEssEt Social Security #. Book #_ Seniority Cillzen: Q Department_ ^^NATDRK ~ ~~~~ •'ti.T DATE. coursecl^checked hid Are you aSraduatednhe~sw^77~'f res. Which •prog^„; iiuni o Marine E/ectrica; Maintenance "•-'-edherX^S;^ O °o„"sr "»••«»« 4 D No I Systems• D/esefEnrine'r^^f •-aat grade of school completed, Have you attended any SHLSS unor a iS«^SS3; 'f res, counsels) take.t^J^l;;^;;^;';^^ ° fr:s,t:try^?itr^^ Oo you hold the uTr ""iPleled?, DECK — ONo • AB/Sealifi n ll' 9"" • Third Mate«'<" n O Hydraulics D No °tSSLSr'""« D^es a No Fiieflghttag Q''y^f^®''^"'an Endorsement? Oaleavailahleforttuining °CPR. • y,, ^ SIEWARD"*"** • FOVVT o gHssr„««r •^"•ary language spoken No • ^GED) '-•^vironics) ^^ • Chief Cook U TA ChiefL Steward n a D ToHiboai OHiboat Inland Inland Cook Cook •i pja • Associates in A, K WA.. - ^ "'" Nney Point. MP. i0674 lOWO • -'/TI ••"''-r • V... • ••'•T �S21 UW • ••••:'" • •••'' The SS Wright, one of the military's aviation support vessels, is docked in Bahrain. ElecSome of the Seafarers aljoard the Wright are pictured from left to right: Reefer Electrician John Halier, Wiper Wait Sargent, Chief E tiidan Chartes Walsh, Steward Assistant Joe Moiin, Bosun Mike Wittenburg, AB Pete Lopez, QMED Robert "Beamer" Stancavage, )Chief Cook Lauren Oram, AB Ray Moore and OS Robert Thompson. ^ Suceed4^ QMED Robert "Beamer" Stancavage prepares torch to braze evaporator supply line. QMED Kenny Pell watches the englneroom automation board. William MaoCulloch, a QMED from New Hamp­ shire, and Ser­ geant Alan Higgins of the Manne Corps, look out toward the sea. Enjoying an evening meal are (from left to right) AB Nick Worrel, Wiper Walt Sargent and Bosun Mike Wittenburg. In the galley. Seafarers prepare a mid-day meal. They are prom left to right) Steward Assistant Allen Hendricas, Steward Assistant Jurk) Torres, Assistant Cook Rick Holt and Chief Cook Lauren Oram. ABs Nick Worrel (left) and Randy Moore lower cargo into the hull of the Wlnght at the port of Mina Sulman. A T-SHIRT em­ blazoned with the red, white and blue American flag and the slogan "These colors do not run," tj^^^COLORS summed up the sentiments of Sea­ DON'T RUN The insignia on a t-shirt farers aboard the worn by AB Robert SS Wright, one of "Beamer* Stancavage. the vessels acti­ vated by the military to support Operation Desert Shield, reports QMED Robert Stancavage, better known as the ^^Beamer." The QMED, who wrote to the Sea­ farers LOG from Bahrain where the Amsea-operated vessel currently is docked, is keeping a thorough photo­ graphic record of Seafarers' participation in Ae current American military deploy­ ment to the Middle East. Some of the photo­ graphs taken by the "Bea­ mer" were brought to the United States by Chief Electrician Charles Walsh, who joined the vessel upon its activation in August and who only recently flew home to Philadelphia. Walsh re­ ported to the LOG that the Wright, usu^ly docked at die Navy yard in Philadelphia, "had a pretty smooth voyage" across the Atlantic Ocean to the Persian Gulf. "The crew was made up of a great bunch of guys,"Walsh said. "Every­ body worked as a team." In addition to their normal seafaring duties on the Wright, which operates as a floating warehouse and aviation repair center for the Marine Corps, some of the ship's SIU crewmembers assisted Opera­ tion Desert Shield in an extraordinary maimer, reported Walsh. AB Jerry Stewart on the Wright's gangway talking with Marines in the background. Inside the Wright, Mannes have space to handle repars to aviation equipntent. *7 New Ueutenaiit J.G. Chris Gallen of Wayne. Pa. Instructs the WMghrs dvito crewmembers on the proirer use of a gw m^k and other equipment tt>at would be used In tfw event of chemical warfare. mm Musicians Aboard The Chief Electrician told the Seafarers LOG that AB Jerry Stewart, Assistant Cook Rick Holt, AB Nick Worrel and OS Randy Moore formed a roving band that performed religious music. "They played for us during shipboard church services. Then the Navy used them to do church services on a number of other ships," Walsh said. AB Jerry Stewart is a talented gospel singer, Walsh said. While Stewart sang tra^tional gospel music during the church services, the AB also sang a couple of hymns that he had written Mmself. "They were really quite nice," said Walsh refer­ ring to the songs Stewart had written. Walsh also reported that Reefer Electri­ cian John Halier managed to keep 20year-old reefer box units going on the Wright, which is classified as a T-AVB ship by the military. That was no easy I i:' trick, added Walsh. Wiper Walt Sargent was kept busy working on clogged drains. "Everyone chipped in. If the 'Beamer,' who was standing watch, was needed to help out, he'd be diere," said Wal^. With a vessel that hadn't been sailing regularly for quite a few years, there was a lot of extra work for Seafarers in all three depart­ ments, he reported. "But our guys really pulled through and it was basicity a good a? trip," concluded the chief electrician. The T-AVB ship, which under normal conditions is kept on reduced operating status, left the East Coast of the United States in late August carrying more than 300 Marines and mobile facilities. The converted seabridge class ship, one of two T-AVB's in the military's fleet, houses equipment that can be us^ to repair plane components or manufacture parts that are needed by deployed aircraft � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. 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Title A name given to the resource October 1990 Description An account of the resource Headlines: FIRST PREPOSITIONING VESSEL BACK FROM PERSIAN GULF RUN EMERGENCY RESCUE OPERATION SAVES 5 SEAMEN JOSEPH DIGIORGIO RETIRES, JOHN FAY BECOMES SECRETARY-TREASURER SEAFARERS JOIN AFL-CIO IN CIVIL RIGHTS MARCH AFL-CIO STUDY SAYS RICH ARE WINNERS OF 1980S ECONOMIC AND TAX POLIIES SAN FRANCISCO SIU MEN BACK HERE EXTRA EFFORT AND UNION'S SCHOOL HELP MEET SEALIFT MANNING DEMANDS, SIU TELLS PANEL 3-YEAR LABOR PACT WITH ETC POSTS WAGE GAINS, NEW HOLIDAY SIU, SHERIDAN SIGN PACT COVERING WAGES ON 6 ITBS DEBORAH FOUNDATION RECOGNIZES WORK OF SIU'S ED PULVER TURNER NAMED HEAD OF SIU'S DEPARTMENT OF CONGRESSIONAL AND GOV'T RELATIONS SIU CHALLENGES MARAD OK OF LYKES/FABC DEAL AN INTERVIEW WITH JOSEPH DIGIORGIO OPERATIONS ARE NON-STOP ABOARD AMERICAN REPUBLIC A SEA STORY STEWARDS AT SEA OFFER TEMPTING TREATAS NEW YORK PAYOFF 43 STATES PROVIDE VETERANS' BENEFITS TO WWII MARINERS STATE VETERANS' BENEFITS FOR WWII MERCHANT SEAMEN AUTOMATED WITH AN SIU CREW THAT MAKES IT WORK SEAFARERS AND THEIR FAMILIES ARE AT HOME IN THE MOBILE HALL TRAMP TANKER CREW IS NEVER SHORT OF EXCITEMENT EVERY SS WRIGHT SEAFARER ADDS AN EXTRA EFFORT TO MAKE SHIP'S DEPLOYMENT TO GULF A SUCCESS 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 10/1/1990 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Newsprint Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Vol. 52, No. 10 Type The nature or genre of the resource Text 1990 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/77e568c999dc296405f8ad6965821787.PDF 552894c80d7b127823228095fdee336e PDF Text Text vVv,;' • -• 'v m •^'r ". '' '••-f V>r-y ^ ..• ! Protest to User 'Taxes' Spreads ATUNTIC GULF> LAKiS ANG MM SEAEUSERS Volume 53, Number 10 :• ' '4 ' •'•yy. October 1991 Casino RIverboat Crew Goes Seafarers Poge 3 '•:y :fc' E mployees on the Alton Belle Casino, a riverboat gambling ship, have designated the Seafarers International Union as their collective bargaining representative. The employees work aboard the vessel and on the company's floating barge which houses two restaurants, a lounge. a gift shop and a ticket sales office. Some employees work as telephone reservationists out of an office. The venture, based in Alton, III., is the first of its kind to begin operation since the state's legislature enacted a bill allowing gambling on vessels plying its waterways. Page 3. ir . . iif- . :l r'S < ' J J. • •• I. ' i .( • SlU in Sea Rescue It Ain't Over, 'Tii it's Over Seafarers plucked four people from a life raft 300 miles off the coast of North Carolina last month. The rescued individuals were adrift for four days after their 100-year-old schooner sank as a result of taking on water when a wooden plank ruptured. SS Lake Chief Cook Judith Chester (right) provides two of the schooner's crewmembers with a warm drink and blankets not long after they were rescued. Page 5. Uncertainty still surrounds the Persian Gulf area with Iraq playing tough in allowing inspection of its weapons and nuclear arsenals. Meanwhile 1,250 Iraqi mines have been detonated or defused in Persian Gulf waters. Pages 3 and 28. :f:l 'y/444 44- •• �•-V.i V .i;'r;j,,W. ^>'-t ^ ,-•.,/. t, (^; •.-• "y .i .•.•7'';-ir-iV^ ,>" "x- A; " .;: J: 0W^\ "}\ I ,4 -f', -•:,-! ,^:)'-'V,- ' 5; #?-;V; President's Report Our Nation's Achilles' Heel i JU!--.,:-i- i, „ Whai it comes to matters of importance to working people, nothing is higher on the list than access to affordable and decent health care. But medi­ cal coverage is rapidly be­ coming an out-of-reach item for average Americans. Meanwhile, U. S. companies are struggling to meet whop­ ping increases in health insur­ ance premiums. The nation as a whole is gripped by the health care crisis which puts Michael Sacco the United States at a huge disadvantage as it moves into the 21st century. Today, 37 million Americans have no medi­ cal insurance—cme of the most basic and neces­ sary services. Working people who want to maintain their coverage are having to assume mc»'e and more of the costs—through deduct­ ibles or co-pay arrangements. Or workers sim­ ply find themselves not getting as many b^efits for the same amount of money. As we discuss what is almost a universal problem for most Americans, we should bear in mind that we of the Seafarers have been very fortunate with regard to our contract cov­ erage in health insurance. In comparison to other medical coverage programs, the Seafar­ ers Welfare Plan comes out ahead •'" I W'i: :• "- -iU' • ' •• •'• This unique and preferred position of Sea­ farers is in stark contrast to the millions of Americans who have no health coverage or who are participants in policies which offer only bare-bones benefits. Solid Citizens in Trouble There is a tendency to think of those mil­ lions of people with no private health care as the poorest of the poor. The fact is, however, that the great majority of them are just like you and me—they are working people. Three IP 'r-iv' ..'v "; '.o- t •-• '• : -•!< • , «.Jv'4W 4'^JSS' 4- •:• out of every four people without health care coverage l^lds a job. Those facing the biggest gap in health care coverage are the nati(m*s senior citizens. Hun­ dreds of companies around America are dump­ ing retirees from their medical plans because of the liability such costs represent to their bal­ ance sheets. The average elderly citizen in the United States is looking at sp^^ng 15 per­ cent of his or her income on medical care. The situation is getting ugly. For-profit in­ surance companies are dividing the world be­ tween those who are healthy and who have the highest chance of staying that way and those . who are sick or likely to need medcal att^tion. Those companies then only sell their in­ surance to the h^thy. Highest Cost in World Today, health care costs take up 45 percent of American corporate operating profits. If the United States is really serious ateut competing with Europe and Japan, it must even the play­ ing field for its companies. All countries in Eu­ rope and Japan and Canada and other highly-industrialized nations have much fairer mechanisms of apportioning the bill when it comes to health care costs. I might add here that in 1990 there was a total of $675 billion spent on health care in the United States. "Ihat was one-third more on a per capita basis than what was spent in Canada and 50 percent more than what was spent in Japan and Germany. Yet in those nations, all citizens have access to health care. The United States, it turns out, is paying more for less than any of our competitor nations. The statistics are fdghtening. Consider that ill 1972 U.S. health care expenditures were $93.2 billion. The estimate fear 1992 health ex­ penditures is $800.2 billion. Over a 20-year pe­ riod medical costs went up 858 percent. And total health care exp^ditures continue to spi­ ral upwards at a rate of 18 to 30 percent a year. Affordable Health Care for All The AFL-CIO's four biLsic goals are: Heallh care costs must be contained, and the skyrocketing nature of increases in health ser­ vices must be brought into check. Access to medical care must be open to all Americans. Red tape, waste and paperwork must be elimi­ nated or drastically reduced. ATKI, the retiree health care crisis must be solved. Although our people enjoy sound protec­ tion, we feel it is in the interests of all Ameri­ cans and the nation to have a universal health care program that will provide alTordable and decent coverage for every person in the United States. Eventually this has to come about be­ cause our citizens, our companies, our nation cannot afford to enter the 21st century on the brink of such a disaster. It is therefore in all of our interests to work towards a universal health care system. Hussein's Omerlness Blocks Wrap-Up of Gulf Conflict '• The situation in the Persian Gulf remains tenuous as a result of Saddam Hussein's recalcitrance in the face of attempts by the United Nations to enforce the terms of the April 11 cease-fire which officially ended Operation Desert Storm. In mid-September U.S. Presi­ dent George Bush threatened to send American warplanes back over Iraq if Hussein continued to defy the terms of the U.N's Security Council resolutions. Hussein has thrown up a series of obstacles designed to frustrate and prevent a full United Nations' in­ spection of his military arsenal. Volume 53, Number JO At press time, a United Nations inspection team charged with re­ viewing the state of Iraq's chemi­ cal, nuclear and biological weap­ ons, was in Iraq attempting to inspect military sites via helicop­ ters. News services reported that U.N. inspectors have uncovered extensive Iraqi attempts to dis­ guise and disassemble and move facilities believed to harbor nu­ clear research or production cen­ ters for chemical and biological weapons. Meanwhile, American sealift operations are continuing to trans­ port materiel back to its assigned locations in Northern Europe or October 1991 The Seafarers LOG (ISSN 0160-2047) is published monthly by the Seafarers International Union; Atlantic, Gulf, L^es and Inland Waters District; AFL-CIO; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, Md. 20746. Telephone (301) 8990675. Second-class postage paid at MSC Prince Georges, Md. 20790-9998 and at additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the Seafarers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, Md. 20746. Communications Department Director and Editor, Jessica Smith', Assistant Editor, Daniel Duncan', Associate Editors, Jordan Biscardo, Max Hall, Associate Editor/Production, Deborah Greene; Art, Bill Brower. ' • •- The issue of who pays for health care cover­ age has resulted in some very tough negotiat­ ing sessions between hundreds of local and national unions and their contracted employ­ ers. In the past few years, thousands of em­ ployees have gone on strike to protect their welfare plan benefits. In addition, union employers that contribute to a medical plan for their employees often find that their non-union coni|xititlon offers lit­ tle in the way of health benefits. Premiums charged for covered employees must also in­ corporate the costs to the medical establish­ ment of providing care to the millions of people with no insurance. So, in effect what is happening is that companies paying for health insurance are subsidizing companies who offer no such coverage. In light of this current disaster and possible future catastrophe, the AFL-CIO has put forth some broad proposals to reform our unwieldy, ineffective and expensive heallh care structure. the United States. By the end of September, close to 95 percent of all unit equipment had been moved out of the Gulf. Sealift Can Be Reversed But the flow of sealift operations can easily be reversed should the need arrive, noted a spokesman for the Military Sealift Command (MSC), the military's waterbome transport agency. Critical to an immediate response are the mili­ tary's prepositioning ships, many of which are crewed by Seafarers and operated by SlU-contracted companies. Currently, the MSC's five Diego Garcia-based prepositioning ships •are reconstituted and fully loaded. These ships, which support the Marines, were the first Americanflag vessels to deliver military equipment to the gulf last August when President Bush launched Operation Desert Shield. The other MSC prepositioning ships are either back at their home base in the Guam/Saipan region, or in the last stages of loading or in U.S. shipyards for routine maintenance. A spokesman for MSC noted that should a mobiliza­ tion take place, there is nothing to hinder these ships from a speedy response to the call. \ Of the eight fast sealift ships, some continue to transport equip­ ment, while others are undergoing scheduled maintenance. At the end of September, 57 Ready Reserve Force (RRF) ships continue in activation status, with 41 of these under MSC's control. The remaining RRF ships are either on exercises or on assign­ ments unrelated the Persian Gulf situation. The U.S. military deployment in the gulf, at the end of Septem­ ber, stands at 11,000 Army per­ sonnel—mainly troops based in the area around Dharan and Ad Damman, Saudi Arabia; nearly 5,000 Air Force troops—some helping operate 60 attack planes; more than 4,000 Marines aboard four amphibious ships; and more than 16,000 Navy personnel on 26 ships. As the LOG was going to press, the 44-member U.N. nuclear weapons inspection team—after spending four days confined to a Baghdad parking lot—was about to begin cataloging material taken from the Iraqi nuclear regulatory offices. Iraq had consented to heli­ copter inspections of its military sites, but continued to protest other types of verification proce­ dures advocated by the U.N. group. I m ••II •V I �: yi:'\jq,:.s-'r'^. mmm WygwiP'BW'lW OaOBiR 1991 -Vv Protest to 'Worker Tax' Mounts The imposition of what amounts to a "worker tax" for seamen is stirring up strong opposition from all quarters of the maritime industry. In comments filed with the U.S. Coast Guard, unions representing ship­ board personnel—including the SIU, individual seamen and boatmen, ship operators, maritime training schools and various government agencies strongly protested the scheme to charge a fee for the issuance of merchant marine documents, licenses and certifi­ cates of registry. ^ — Casino Riverboat Crew Goes With the Seafarers '";-vl •'• ,^-nC. _ Deckhands Jeff Zeller (left) and Lonnie Partridge welcome passengers aboard the Alton Belle. The more than 150 employees of the Alton Belle Casino riverboat gambling operation have desig­ nated the Seafarers as their bar­ gaining representative. All hands are covered by the agreement—marine personnel, food and beverage service em­ ployees, galley workers, ticket More Photos on Page 8 sales-people, reservationists, housekeepers, cashiers and main­ tenance workers. Only supervi­ sors, guards and gaming personnel are excluded from the unit. "I always wanted a union," Deckhand Raymond Bburland told a reporter from the Seafarers LOG who visited the vessel during its first week of operation. Deckhand Bourland had been sailing the Mis­ sissippi on a non-union tug/barge when he heard about theriverboat and applied for work. "We need a union. They protect us," said Utilityman Virgil Alex- Buffet Server Joyce J. McKay makes sure a restaurant table is sparkling clean for its next guests. ander^ who works in the galley of the Alton Belle's floating dock/ barge. Based in Alton, III., along the Mississippi River, the company has outfitted the 165-foot, threedeck vessel with a host of gainbling equipment—ranging from more than 300 slot machines and Black Jack and Craps games ta­ bles to a mini-baccarat table. The vessel, when not out on the Mississippi River, ties up next to a floating structure—a two-deck barge known as the Alton Land­ ing. This facility houses two resContinued on page 8 In late June, the Coast Guard announced in the Federal Register plans to charge seamen fees ranging anywhere from $35 for a document without a qualified rating up to $330 for an upper level license. The Federal Register notice advised the public that the Coast Guard would accept comments on the proposal up to August 5. The agency has beeiv mandated to collect so-called user fees for costs associated with issuing zcards and marine licenses by the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1990. That law was enacted by Congress and sighed by the president and is designed to re­ duce the nation's huge budget deficit. The Coast Guard has not desig­ nated a starting date in which it will begin collecting fees for documents and licenses. In fact, as the LOG went to press the Coast Guard had requested a re-opening of the comment p^od. That request is now before tte Sec­ retary of Transportation and the Office of Management and Bud­ get Should the comment period be re-opened, an announcement will appear in the Federal Register. SIU's Vigorous Objections The SIU's strongly-worded submission to the agency flat-out rejected the notion that American seamen and boatmen should have to pay to work. ". . . it is theunion's assertion that the proce­ dure Of tracking the skills of mari­ ners is done in the public interest, for the good of the citizenry as a whole. It is not logical to assume that safe waterways are only for the benefit of those who work on vessels," said SIU President Michael Sacco in the Seafarers communication. The SIU also vigorously ob­ jected to the inadequate disclosure of the methods used for deter­ mining the rates of the fees and the fact that the open-ended tax meant the charge could keep in­ creasing. Three Other Unions Protest Three other maritime unions lodged forceful protests to the scheme. Captain Timothy A. Brown, president of the Interna­ tional Organization of the Mas­ ters, Mates and Pilots noted that the licensing procedure of the Coast Guard "is a purely govern­ ment-required obligation that ben­ efits the population of the nation as a whole." "It is inequitable to shift this burden to the individuals who have had this requirement im­ posed on them by legislative or administrative boards," said Cap­ tain Brown. In addition, he labeled the plan "a smoke and mirror de­ vice to avoid the necessity of rai­ sing funds in the traditional gov­ ernment way." Among the points raised by Continued on page 22 Three Maritime Unions Join in Call For Policies to Raise U.S.-Fiag Fleet Concerned about the continuing decline of American shipping, the heads of three major unions repre­ senting shipboard personnel called on the industry and the government for an all-out effort to prevent the American flag from disappearing from the high seas. International Organization of Masters, Mates and Pilots Presi­ dent Timothy A. Brown; Licensed Division of District No. 1— MEBA/NMU Chairman Gordon M. Ward and SIU President Mi­ chael Sacco flatly rejected the no­ tion that the decline of the Ameri­ can merchant marine is irreversible. They took stock of the fractiousness within the industry which works against a consensus that is "so essential to a successful maritime program.r They pointed out that Congress, which has al­ ways supported U.S. shipping, has been frustrated by the situ­ ation. The officers said a united indus­ try, working with Congress, "might succeed in obtaining the participation, if not the leadership, of the national administration in developing a program of maritime revival." Text of Statement on Page 10 Recognizing the immediacy of the dangers posed by a rapidlydeclining U.S.-flag fleet, the three maritime union officers noted, "There is no purpose at this late date in apportioning responsibility for this serious state of affairs. "Rather, we must deal with the present and look to the future. What has been accomplished be­ fore can be accomplished again. In 1936, under the leadership of the national administration, the federal government, the Congress and the industry coalesced to ef­ fect the Merchant Marine Act of 1936. Again, in 1970, the federal government, the Congress anfl the industry supported a program charted by the national adminis­ tration that gave us the Merchant Marine Act of 1970." The three pointed out that "it is time once again to create a maritime program that will work for and serve America now and in the foreseeable future." Such a program will only come about with the "all-out collective cooperation and support from ev­ ery segment of maritime—the owners, the managers and the builders of vessels and the li­ censed and unlicensed shipboard operating personnel and all of the rest who have a stake in the future of the nation's private shipping industry," the statement of the three unions said. Copies of the joint statement were released to Confess, offi­ cials . within the administration, maritime interests and the press. i' • . , •, • '• tS' , >• 'v':: r,,,;I•• ; 4''-'. h'" '. ' • ; • ik.c;?v • • '• '/••••'•'V-. f:-|f �'.f', - " '' 1:. -•• , "''i: V "•••• '".y.'' ••'• r-", •: ••••:'-' '^y.. .. ':'^tj'*" SEAfMEHS 106 r"! New Bill Seeks Expanded U.S. Cnilse Ship Industry ii :.-:-^-^ai?-;?-:-.':: n \sv fe.';'- # • 6:.^ "-T.. I'. T" !'?"*• '••T- The SIU is strongly supporting a bill recently introduced in Con­ gress that, if passed, could lead to the investment of U.S. dollars in American passenger ship opera­ tions. Members of the House Mer­ chant Marine Subcommittee will meet October 10 to begin work on the bill sponsored by Representa­ tive Gene Taylor (D-Miss.), which is designed to make U.S. cruise ships more competitive in a mar­ ket that has been dominated by foreign-flag vessels. The bill, which has received bipartisan support from 72 cosponsors, would allow U.S.-flag cruise ships to offer regulated gambling on the high seas. The existing Gambling Ship Act which was intended to prohibit offshore casino barges from evading state anti-gambling statutes prevents U.S.-flag cruise vessels from of­ fering gambling on the high seas. (Several states, among them Florida, Texas and Mississippi, permit cruise-to-nowhere foreignflag gambling ships but federal agencies recently began enforcing applicable federal laws like immi­ gration and work visas, wage with­ holding and length of voyage to try to stop the unregulated gambling operations.) In 1990, unregulated shipboard gambling revenues reached $1.8 billion, almost all of it wagered by American citizens. None of this amount was spent on deep sea U.S.-flag vessels. Americans Are Passengers Approximately 120 ships, about 85 percent of the world deep sea cruise fleet, are based in the United States. All but two—the SlU-crewed Independence and Constitution—are foreign-flag and offer high seas gambling. Ameri­ can citizens compose 85 percent of the world's cruise passengers. Proponents of the bill note that a strong U.S.-flag cruise industry would assist U.S. shipping by pro­ viding thousands of jobs on the vessels, at shipyards and in offices related to the ships. Dollars spent aboard the liners would be re­ tained by the U.S. economy, gen­ erating tax revenues for federal, state and local governments. The bill would open new ports to the cruise industry, creating more jobs in those areas. Another benefit of a U.S.-flag cruise fleet would be seen in times of wiar. The vessels could be con­ verted into troop transports and hospital ships. Thousands of mer­ chant mariners already would be trained and available to crew sup­ ply ships. Passage of the bill would en­ hance the safety of Americans who sail aboard cruise ships. The U.S. Coast Guard and National Transportation Safety Board have i' if, •.. ,..; f: "v"' M9\ and shipping," Kelley noted. "The commission is trying to find a way to get all of them to participate in the funding before the government decides to impose user fees." The advisory board will be meeting in Erie, Pa. in the middle of October to discuss possible funding plans. Shipping interests have ex­ pressed the need for a new lock to handle the 1,000-footers sailing between Lake Superior and the rest of the Great Lakes. The Poe Lock, built in 1968, is the only one of the two operational locks near Sault Ste. Marie, Mich, capable of managing the larger vessels. The MacArthur Lock, built in 1943, is only 800 feet long. The other American locks, the Davis and Sabin, have been closed for years. The only Canadian lock was closed two years ago because of a lack of maintenance. A fear in the industry is that an accident or mechanical problem could force the Poe to close, thus tying up vessels for months or possibly a whole sailing season. ••;'>: V. -' S' ^r,i; I C: '• • f-.' ••:.'• H. (St-iM • . f-- r Ship congestion is a common sight at the Soo Locks on the Great Lakes. Maritime interests are seeking funds to expand this shipping txittieneck. 1 I, I''.'.!' ' • This has lead to life-threatening situations when accidents have occurred. It has even hampered routine safety drills. Sponsors of the bill note that these problems would be unlikely to occur on U.S.-flag passenger ships. Sen. Breaux Calls for Exclusion Of H/laritlmo In TraBo Talks The chairman of the Senate Merchant Marine Subcommittee is urging the U.S. Trade Represen­ tative (USTR) to reject sugges­ tions to include maritime and its related services in trade talks tak­ ing place around the world. "We have consistently opposed this and we should keep that posi­ tion," U.S. Sen. John Breaux (DLa.) told maritime representatives at a Propeller Club meeting in Washington last month. "We can­ not continue to give away this Funds Sought for New Facility at Soo Locks Great Lakes Commission repre­ sentatives hope to devise a plan to raise the local dollars for the badly needed construction of a new facility at the Soo Locks when the group meets later this month. The commission, which is made up of shipping interests from the eight-state region, had recom­ mended to Congress that the new facility be built totally with federal funds. However, Congress, in au­ thorizing the construction of a new lock, will not appropriate the ap­ proximately $280 million until 35 percent of it is raised in local funds. The commission has had diffi­ culty in finding a funding source because so many companies and governmental bodies are affected by the Soo Locks, according to Byron Kelley, SIU vice president for the Great Lakes and the only labor representative on the panel. "Everybody in the region bene­ fits from the locks—all eight states, ports and municipalities, mining interests, coal, steel, grain reported that on many occasions foreign-flag ship crewmembers from different nations could not communicate among themselves, let alone the passengers. Tentative plans for a new lock call for modifying the Davis and/ or Sabin into one deep, wide and long enough to handle the larger Lakes and deep sea vessels that sail the region. With the dredging and blasting needed, the project could take as long as two years. industry piece by piece." Breaux spoke out against sug­ gestions that shipping and mari­ time-related industries be included in the negotiations for a North American Free Trade Agreement. Breaux also noted that Norway recently asked that shipping be included in the stalled world trade talks known as the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade. "This could open the door for coastwise trade," Breaux stated. "Nordic maritime companies are as opposed to this as we are. The U.S. is in no position to accept this latest position." The Louisiana senator pointed out a Maritime Administration study showing approximately 40 of more than 50 countries sur­ veyed have cabotage laws on their books similar to the Jones Act, which limits the carrying of cargo between two U.S. ports to U.S.built, U.S.-flag vessels. Joe Powers Is Dead at 79 Pensioner Joseph Neal Powers, an active SIU member for more than 30 years, passed away Au­ gust 25 in New Orleans due to heart failure. He was 79 years old. Brother Powers was a colorful and well-known Seafarer of the post World War II years who started his working life as a dancer in Broadway musical productions. Because of his obvious concerns about the welfare of his shipmates. Seafarers affectionately called him "Mother Powers." Powers was a recertified chief steward. He was an active SIU member from 1942 until 1975, and he also answered the call for the Persian Gulf war. Powers was bom in Erin, Tenn. and joined the Seafarers in the port of New York. During the period of time he worked in Broadway productions. Powers performed in shows with such stars as Gene Kelley, Betty Davis, Agnes Moorehead and Joan Crawford. Throughout his life, he maintained close friend­ ships with those stars and other well-known figures from stage and film. Powers and Van Johnson were both choms dancers in the famed Broadway production "Pal Joey.'' As a Seafarer, Brother Powers had a reputation for mnning, an efficient galley and for taking an "Mother Powers," as Joe Powers was known throughout the SIU, was an active Seafarer from 1942 until 1975. He also served in the gulf war. active role in union matters. "He was always there when he was needed," an SIU official said. "He walked a lot of picket lines." Brother Powers, an avid New York Mets fan and a frequent contributor to the Seafarers LOG, sailed with various lines including Sea-Land, Delta and Alcoa. Friends and associates described him as being pleasant, reliable and a good union Democrat. In recent years Brother Powers lived in both New Orleans and Brooklyn, N.Y. He was buried in Rose Neath Cemetery in Bossier City, La. during a private service. �ocroBoiM .V- ••• Vv:.:'"i;i., on Raft SIU members aboard the SS Lake helped rescue four crewmembers from a sunken schooner September 14. The crew of the 100-year-old wooden schoo­ ner Heimdal had been in a life raft since their boat sank four days ear­ lier, roughly 300 miles off the North Carolina coast. The survivors "were in surpris­ ingly good shape and in good spir­ its," Electrician Rex Bolin told a reporter from the Seafarers LOG. "We picked them up on the first turn, due to the navigating skills of our captain (Bruno Ravalico)." AB Doug Buchanan noted there were no complications dur­ ing the rescue, which took place around midnight. "Thankfully the weather was really good and clear that night," he said. The rescued included U.S. citi­ zens Keith Wagner (captain) and Mary Flynn, along with Britons Ray Brown and Ray Brown Jr. They were sailing from New­ port, R.I. headed for Bermuda Chief Cook Judy Chester prepares meal for weary but happy survivors. X X PT'K w Crewmembers are all smiles the morning after the rescue. From the left (back row): Wiper Peter Murtagh, OS Richard Pumphrey, sun/ivors Ray Brown, Ray Brown Jr., Keith Wagner and Mary Flynn, Captain Bruno Ravalico. Kneeling: OS Gerald Stewart, FOWT Donald Hastings, OS Kevin Moon, Bosun Jack Cooper and Elec­ trician Rex Bolin. kS'f': Members of the Lake's steward department are (from left, standing) Steward Assistant Carol Lyon, Chief Steward Dianne Lupton, Chief Cook Judith Chester, (kneeling) Assistant Cook Kenneth Bethea and Steward Assistants Mary Lou Lopez and Luis A. Lopez. Bosun Jack Cooper (foreground), the four survivors and Captain Bruno Ravalico (far right) examine the life raft from the sunken Heimdal. when they abandoned the sinking Heimdal. The 75-foot schooner began taking on water September 10, after a wooden plank sprang. "When the water started coming in over the sides it went through the deck and got into the engine room," Wagner told the Provi­ dence (R.I.) Journal-Bulletin. "It flooded the generator and the bat­ tery packs. We couldn't touch any­ thing without getting electro­ cuted." The Heindal crew worked in shifts bailing with a five-gallon bucket, the newspaper reported. But fatigue and a lack of progress led them to abandon ship. The four crewmembers loaded 14 gallons of water, a month's worth of food and other supplies into the life raft, then watched the Heimdal sink hours later. "Frankly, we felt more secure in the raft than we did on the Heimdal," Wagner told the Jour­ nal-Bulletin. "It was a tight fit, but it was comfortable." However, Wagner and his asso­ ciates were anything but comfort­ able as ship after ship passed near the life raft without spotting it. At least five foreign-flag vessels failed to see flares and flashlights used by Heimdal crewmembers, noted Lake's Chief Cook Judy Chester. "They were so thankful to be rescued and safe at last," Chester said. "They never gave up hope of being rescued, because they were in a major traffic area." The Lake, a Ready Reserve Force vessel operated by Massa­ chusetts-based American Over­ seas Mkrine Corp., was trans­ porting military gear from the Per­ sian Gulf to Sunny Point, N.C. when crewmembers sighted a flare and flashlight beam. "They used their last flare to attract us," Bolin observed. Bosun Jack Cooper recalled, "I was on lookout on the starboard wing and spotted a red flare. I im­ mediately reported it to the third mate on watch—he had seen it also." After the captain was noti­ fied, Cooper relieved an OS on the wheel. "I noticed a red light also, but I wasn't sure what it was and it didn't register on the radar," said OS Kevin Moon. "The bosun came from the opposite side re­ porting the same thing." Chief Mate Donald Laverdure said in a letter to the Seafarers LOG: "The captain maneuvered the ship within 50 feet of the life raft and a heaving line was passed. The raft was pulled to the boarding ladder previously prepared while making the approach. "The three younger survivors were able to ascend the ladder un­ assisted while the elder required assistance in the form of a safety line manned by the ship's crew. After all the survivors were aboard, AB James Metz climbed down the ladder and made a heavy line fast, and the life raft was lifted aboard by the entire crew." SAs Carol Lyon and Mary Lou Lopez provided blankets for the weary but grateful survivors, who were sunbumed but did not require medical attention. Lyon and Lopez then secured clothing for them, while other galley gang members provided hot meals. "Our entire crew was alert aiid very pro­ fessional," Lyon said. "I'm glad we were there to help." Lopez, who sent the accompa­ nying photographs to the LOG and conducted several interviews for this article, said, "We just wanted to assist in any way we could. I had just gone to bed and noticed the engines were slowing down. I heard people running in the pas­ sageways, so I went to see what was happening." "We wish to-express our sincerest gratitude for our rescue and hospitality, and commend you for your professionalism throughout our rescue," the Heimdal's crewmembers wrote to the captain and crew of the Lake. SIU members aboard the Lake during the rescue were Cooper; ABs Buchanan, Metz, Stephen Votta, DanielPickelheimer, Paul Wade and Martin E. Snyder; OSs Richard Pumphrey, Gerald Stewart and Moon; Bolin; Engine Utility Richard Surrick; Oilers Gerald Daley, Ricardo Kamantigue and Mark Moran; FOWTs Donald Hastings, Roger Plummer and Craig Spencer, and Wiper Peter Murtagh, Steward/Baker Di­ anne Lupton, Chief Cook (3iester, AC Kenneth Bethea and SAs Lopez, Lyon and Luis Lopez. Survivors Keith Wagner and Mary Flynn are elated after their rescue by the Lake. •v;;? • t'S< �: V '•'..', ' 7-".'l ,:. :•_ ,A':' • "'• •. :-''i'. ' -. ' ' - v- i > 'VS •i • • T • • y •-• (.; . • /• • - 'i • %• : '\ i5.' i' . y-- '"" i •••.'' f •; .?:yWv r •••'i •• OA;'- ' Random Testing Begins For Seamen On U.S. Ships Seafarers are subject to random drug tests aboard ships at any time with the implementation of the U.S. Coast Guard-authorized pro­ gram October 1. Random testing is the last of five drug screening programs to be instituted after the Coast Guard issued a ruling November 21, 1988. A lawsuit brought shortly thereafter by the SIU and the Transportation Institute, an asso­ ciation of U.S.-flag shipping com­ panies, forced the agency to nar­ row the focus of its random testing rules and consequently delayed the implementation date of this kind of testing until now. The Coast Guard has deter­ mined that the number of individu­ als to be given random urinalysis tests shall be no less than 50 per­ cent of all crewmembers on an annual basis. All crewmembers whose duties are deemed safety sensitive will be given a urinalysis test when a vessel is selected for random testing. Technicians who have boarded the vessel to conduct the test will seal and identify each specimen before it is sent for labo­ ratory analysis. Refusal Akin to Failure The Coast Guard will consider any crewmember who refuses to take a test as having failed it. This includes those crewmembers aboard a vessel scheduled for a random test who have received their discharge papers and go down the gangway before being tested. "It doesn't matter that their time is up, they've received their pa­ pers and their replacement has arrived," said Augie Tellez, SIU assistant vice president. "The rule states they still have to stick around and take the test." If a crewmember fails a drug V .fSy'St- • • SCAFARiRS LOG •' jy ' •}• -I ':y<--^'iy Anti-Scab Bill Goes to Senate Legislation which would make it illegal for employers to fire strik­ ing workers and replace them with scabs will be considered by the Senate this fall. The House of Representatives on July 17 passed the Workplace Fairness Bill by a 65-vote margin. The legislation now goes to the Senate, where the battle for enact­ ment will be formidable. By late September, the legislation had 33 Senate cosponsors. The measures also would bar employers from offering preferen­ tial treatment and benefits to strik­ ing workers who cross the picket line and return to work. Secretary of Labor Lynn Martin has indicated that President George Bush will oppose the bill; therefore, the trade union move­ ment is seeking enough congres­ sional support to override the an­ nounced veto. The U.S. is virtually alone among world powers regarding the issue of permanent replacements. test, the rule states that "the indi­ vidual's employer or prospective employer shall report the test re­ sults in writing to the nearest Coast Guard Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection. The individual shall be denied employment as a crewmember or removed from duties which directly affect the safe operation of the vessel as soon as practicable and shall be subject to suspension and revoca­ tion proceedings against his or her license, certificate of registry or merchant mariner's document." When the Coast Guard first an­ nounced its drug testing program in 1988, random was included in the package of tests with preemployment, periodic, post-acci­ dent and probable cause. How­ ever, the SIU lawsuit challenged the program's privacy rights for mariners. In December 1989, a federal district court allowed the Coast Guard to implement the other four tests but told the agency to rewrite its rules concerning random. When revised rules were issued in July 1990, again the SIU pointed out to the court that the Coast Guard had failed to define which mariners should be tested because their duties were very important to the safe navigation of a ship. The newest rules, under which testing has begun, were issued in July. The Coast Guard identifies crewmembers in safety sensitive positions to be those listed on the vessel's certificate of inspection. Sullivan Presents Ship's Banner to School TTTORH w PI^DESERT W 'A m DEL.IVER QMED William Sullivan presents Ken Conklin, Lundeberg School vice president, with an SIU banner created by Sullivan and fellow union members John Lawrence and Tom McDermitt on board the USNS Curtiss during Operation Desert Storm. The flag flew beside the Marines banner on the vessel. Buy/Ship American Provision Retained in Aid Bill by Panel House and Senate conferees kept the "buy American/ship American" language passed this summer by both chambers in a compromise foreign aid bill un­ veiled September 27. The bill agreed to by representa­ tives of both the House and Senate serving on a conference commit­ tee calls for nations that receive actual cash aid from the U.S. gov­ ernment to spend in a sliding scale up to 75 percent of the money by Fiscal Year 1996 on American goods which would be transported on U.S.-flag vessels. The bill exempts those nations, primarily Israel, which have been involved in the cash transfer pro­ gram since 1989 and have agreed to carry half of all the shipments on U.S.-flag bottoms. There has been no word from the White House as the Seafarers LOG went to press. However, President George Bush had stated when the House and Senate were debating the original bills he would veto any foreign aid bill with the buy American/ship American pro­ visions. Indications are that the president is holding to his threat. The House and Senate is ex­ pected to take up the compromise bill early this month. The upper chamber passed its version of the ship American provision by a 5542 margin while the House voted 246-175 to retain the language. Both bills received bipartisan support. The sliding scale adopted by the congressional conferees calls for 15 percent of the U.S. aid to be spent on U.S. goods and services during FY 1993, 35 percent in 1994, 55 percent in 1^5 and 75 percent in 1996 and thereafter. The bill ensures an equal distribu­ tion of the ports of departure. Learning to Read Changes Seafarer's Life For SIU member J.P. Rouyea, reading a newspaper or book or even a menu is not an act to be taken for granted. Neither is writing a letter to his wife, Margie. Until his recent visit to Piney Point, Md. the 47-year-old Rouyea could not read or write. But with the help of the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seaman­ ship—not to mention an awful lot of courage and determinationRouyea overcame his previous lack of education. The New Orle­ ans native took the Adult Basic Education (ABE) course at the Lundeberg School. He will never be the same. "This has opened so many doors in my life," Rouyea recently told a reporter from the Seafarers LOG. "I really missed out on a lot of things before. "For anybody who doesn't know how to read and write, Piney Point is the place to go—no ex­ cuses. It's a wonderful school with great teachers." Brother Rouyea admits he was "embarrassed and ashamed" about being unable to write any­ thing besides his name, and about not being able to read. He grew up on a farm, with five brothers and a sister. Like his father he learned to work hard but missed out on the classroom while trying to help make ends meet. In 1%2, Rouyea joined the union in the port of New Orleans. "I wanted to travel and I wasn't making any money ashore," he recalled. "A good friend had told me about the SlU. . . . My first Ship went around the world, and I've been sailing ever since. The travel is an education in itself." An OS who last month was upgrading to AB, Brother Rouyea years ago learned about the ABE courses at the Seafarers' school. But it took time for him to summon the strength to admit his handicap and then correct it. "It took some courage," Rouyea concedes. "It was a little hard at first, I didn't know what I was getting into. At times I didn't think I could make it, but I figured if everyone else could do it, I could, too." Brimming with pride and a sense of accomplishment, Rouyea intends to continue his education at the school. But for now he still is exhilarated about having taken that first, gigantic step. Brother Rouyea says his newly earned abilities virtually have put him in a new world. It is a feeling he last experienced back in 1962 when he first signed on a vessel. "It's amazing how much you're in the dark when you don't know how to read," says the soft-spoken Rouyea. "I wasn't sure about all this, but I remembered an older fellow, a guy about 70 who once told me 'You're never, never too old to learn something.' He was right. I feel like I've made a really good move." With a measure of satisfaction. Brother Rouyea concluded a re­ cent interview by asking for a copy of the LOG. He said he is looking forward to reading his story—and he certainly will not take that abil­ ity for granted. A '* 0- •jg/mgL V. 9 J.P. Rouyea was determined to team how to read. After completing the Lun­ deberg School's Adult Basic Educa­ tion course his dream came true. V'v-.- A"-'' .-V'"' -V'* \ ;'Vr- �ocroBeii m .. ••', - X-V; •' r ••'v'-Sjr'f t - A,',- =l .f :! "V./ • Fatal Factory Fire Points To Gaps In U.S. Safety Laws A fatal fire in a North Carolina chicken nuggets plant last month pointed to the bankruptcy of the nation's health and safety laws governing workplace hazards and has spurred Congress to consider legislation to reform the Occupa­ tional Safety and Health Act of 1970. When Senators Howard Metzenbaum (D-Ohio) and Edward Kennedy (D-Mass.) filed S. 1622 and Representative William Ford .vvS-\. The Ultra-supertanker Pacific begins operations after a long iayup. Largest U.S.Built Tanker Is Broken Out, Crowed SlU SIU members are sailing on the UST Pacific on a voyage that ends the supertanker's nine-and-a-halfyear layup caused by a weak oil market. The Pacific is operating between various ports in the Red Sea and the Persian Gulf. M. T. Trapp is the ship's bosun while J. Reed sails as the chief steward. The 390,000 deadweight ton vessel is transporting crude oil during this shakedown period while it awaits a regular charter, according to a spokesman for Interocean Management, Inc., the vessel's operating company. Such a charter is expected after the first of the year, the spokesman added. in May, SIU members signed y" ''^''fe' '• t on in Singapore to begin work on updating the safety and design features aboard the 1,187-foot ship. The vessel headed for the Middle East in July. The Pacific and its sister ship, the UST Atlantic, are the largest U.S.-flag tankers built in America and the largest merchant vessels ever built in the Western hemi­ sphere. The Pacific made its maiden voyage in December 1980, one year after the oil crisis in the United States. The ultra-supertanker can hold almost three million barrels of crude oil. It is propelled by a 45,000-horsepower steam turbine engine capable of producing 15'/2 knots. • •'''• ' ... *. '":r'i'viSVin. . ,.- - \5 Taking a break in the gaiiey of the supertanker are Chief Cook Russeii Beyschau and Steward Assistants Benny Mathews and Armando de Jesus. • •.! ••'•, .' V Chief Pumpman Bo Francisco, Second Pumpman Alexander Caiimer, OS Thomas Nesby and QMED Julio Paminiano pose aboard the deck of the UST Pacific. Witnesses said the fire emergency doors were padlocked, leading to the death of 25 workers in a North Carolina poultry plant. • (D- Mich.) placed H.R. 3160 in the hopper on August 1, both bills were given little chance for consid­ eration. However, a fire that killed 25 workers and injured another 55 in the Imperial Food Products plant in Hamlet, N.C. on September 3 hustled the legislation to the forefront of the House Committee on Education and Labor. Many workers suffocated when they could not escape through fire escapes that had been locked to prevent employees from stealing chicken parts, according to the company. The facts surrounding the in­ ferno were similar to the 1911 Triangle Shirtwaist Factory blaze that claimed the lives of 146 women and young girls when they were unable to escape because exits were locked to prevent unau­ thorized breaks. The tragedy led to the first federal workplace safety laws. The Senate and House bills are designed to expand both the origi­ nal act's coverage and the role workers play in assuring safe and healthy workplaces. A major com­ ponent of the reform legislation calls for the establishment of Continued on page 24 -'It ETC Chaiiman lauds COS Pmgmm The operator of'a fleet of U.S.flag LNG carriers said construction differential subsidies are an indispensible part of the American mer­ chant marine. Dr. C.Y. Chen, chairman of the board of Energy Transportation Corporation (ETC), made his re­ marks September 10 at a cere­ mony honoring crewmembers from the LNG Gemini (see story on page 11). Sec­ retary of Trans­ portation Samuel K. Skinner, who was present at the Or.C.Y.Chen event, took cog­ nizance of Dr. Chen's statements. "While we honor these individ­ uals, I would also take this oppor­ tunity to pay tribute to our govern­ ment's farsighted maritime policy laid down in the early 1970s," Chen said. "For it was only with the Title XI guaranteed mortgage program that our fleet was put together ..." ETC operates a fleet of eight liquified natural gas ships which are the only American-flag vessels engaged in a foreign-to-foreign trade route. "Since the beginning of our op­ eration more than a decade ago, our fleet has been and still is the only American-flag fleet compet­ ing head-to-head effectively with foreign fleets in a trade totally unrelated to the U.S. "' am told that our project is one the most successful projects financed under the Title XI pro­ gram. It goes to prove that there is nothing inherently wrong with •its .T'l the government mortgage pro­ gram at all, [despite] criticism from various quarters," Chen con­ tinued. "The only thing it needs is prudent administration of the program. "It is my hope and, indeed, our industry's hope that our govern­ ment will see fit to maintain and strengthen this program so that many new ships can be built under the American flag and that it will accord a brighter future to deserv­ ing professionals such as the ones we honor today." Skinner spoke in response to Chen's talk. The secretary of transportation assured Chen that he had heard the remarks and the words were not in vain. r At the Hall Center Ceremony On page 14 of the September edi­ tion of the Seafarers LOG, a photo­ graph was misidentified as Bonnie Jaiufka, personnel administrator for Ocean Shipholdings. Above is the photograph that should have ap­ peared. Also, John Dwyer should have been identified as a retired official of the union. ••;;;> 'I •i ••• • •" �SaFARCRS lOG 8 H|!^. t »-•. ,'i.'V' ' " • f - S t-. •1^ • • • tj «•• • • •.i ••• • "• Galley worker Rhonda Brown dices celery stalks for the floating barge's secondfloor buffet table. Making iunches quickly requires teamwork as (ieft to right) Tom Ortner, Joy Motley and Mary Hunstman show. Chili is a favorite among Alton Belle passengers as galley worker Sheila Pennell prepares more. Deckhand Sky Mills awaits the word from the bridge to help shove off the riverboat from the dock. Casino Riverboat Empioyees Go With Seafarers '•' I" ". ' a;..- -I mmuMM a:- JY;\' \ '• h'' • Continued from page 3 taurants, indoor and outdoor cocktail lounges, a ticket sales office and a gift store. The com­ pany also maintains an office from which telephone reservationists answer hundreds of daily in­ quiries. The Alton Belle opened for business to the public last month, becoming the first riverboat gam­ bling operation in Illinois riyers since a bill was enacted last year by the state's legislature and signed by the governor authoriz­ ing such ventures on the Illinois and Mississippi Rivers. Hope for Success There is a great deal of hope that this new venture will be successful enough to become a long-lasting source of employment opportuni­ ties for Alton-area residents and a source of revenue for the com­ munity. "This is a big thing for Alton," said Buffet Server Joyce J. McKay. "We needed it." Reservationist Dana Young commented on the large influx of patrons coming to Alton to take the riverboat cruise. "The people in Alton are in culture shock. We've already seen a lot of locals and tourists, especially from St. Louis, in the first week." An economic impact summary prepared for the company esti­ mates the number of visitors Alton might expect is between 650,000 to 1,440,000. Additionally, the study says the City of Alton can expect somewhere between $2.7 and $5.8 million in direct tax money, while the ripple effect of the riverboat operation will generate between $18 to $39 million in shore-side expenditures within the city. Deckhand Scott Wathern, a life­ long resident of nearby Wood River, told a Seafarers LOG re­ porter that he had been looking for work and was glad find a job with the new venture. "This has been fun and interesting. I learn something new everyday." Housekeeper Sharon Tucker also said she had been seeking employment and thanked her sis­ ter-in-law—Housekeeper Mary Shaw—for telling her about the new company. "I've never worked on a riverboat before. I like this; it's fun." "I love this job," said Buffet Server June Niemann. "I also am looking forward to seeing a lot of winners (in the restaurant)." After more than ninety percent of the covered employees had cho­ sen the Seafarers as their bar­ gaining agent, and the company had recognized the union as such, a three-year contract was negoti­ ated. The pact, which increased wages, added holidays and sick leave, and established other new benefits for the employees, was ratified by close to 90 percent of the unit. ftovisions were set forth in the contract to allow for reopening negotiations as it becomes clear the enterprise is fully established, secure and prosperous. The Hotel Employees Restau­ rant Employees Union, which has made efforts to win representation of the Alton Belle employees, filed a protest with the National Labor Relations Board when recognition of the Seafarers was announced. The SIU is doing all it can to resolve this matter in the near future. The riverboat cruise takes 90 minutes as the vessel sails six miles along the Illinois shoreline and then returns to Alton. Patrons are permitted aboard 30 minutes before sailing and can stay aboard an additional 30 minutes after docking. The customer is allowed to gamble the minute he or she boards the vessel. Safety Drills Shortly before the Alton Belle made its maiden voyage, Ben Cusic, an instructor from the Lundeberg School of Seamanship, was aboard to conduct intensive training of all hands in shipboard safety procedures. Among the exercises success­ fully completed by Alton Belle Casino employees were ones in fire fighting, man overboard proce­ dures, abandon ship calls and other requirements leading to U.S. Coast Guard certification, which a vessel must have in order to operate. WiBW'Sl fe:JV P-i' Reservationists Karia Long (left) and Dana Young greet customers in the ticket office aboard the Alton Landing, a floating structure which also houses a gift shop, two restaurants and lounges. Reservationist Pat Noble handles one of the many phone calls for tickets aboard the vessel. Hostess/Cashier Connie McKay sup­ plies a warm welcome when patrons visit the upstairs buffet. -1 Making sure the diners are happy is the job of buffet servers (left to right) Connie Walswick, Wendy Gottlob and June Niemann. ' 'st: Utilityman Virgil Alexander (left) and Storeroom/Receiver Jack Milster (center) talk with SiU Assistant Vice President Tony Sacco. �•;r,--.^:':y- OaOBER 799/ -- - .feifr;:! New Orleans, Honolulu Conduct Bonofit Conforoncos Discussing topics ranging from college scholarships to retirement plans, Seafarers, SIU pensioners and family members last month continued learning about their medical benefits during conferen­ ces in New Orleans and Honolulu. Designed to provide a full re­ view of benefits available through the Seafarers' various plans, the conferences have been well at­ tended. This month's conference will take place October 10 in Jack­ sonville, Fla.; the 1991 series then moves to San Juan, P.R. November 7 before concluding in Algonac, Mich. December 6. The conferences, which began in May, are open to all Seafarers, SIU pensioners and family mem­ bers. The gatherings coincide with the union's monthly membership meetings. Medical personnel from desig­ nated preferred provider organiza­ tions (PPOs) are present at each session. They conduct important medical screenings, answer ques- training benefits available to Sea­ farers. The workshop-like setting at each conference encourages those attending to fully participate and ask questions on any matter of interest. The average attendance has been more than 100 in each hall. • , • - •' In front row (from left), Glenn Fern, Austin Miles, Brian Ortiz and Joe Ortiz Jr. enjoy best seats at Honolulu benefits conference. tions and advise Seafarers and their families on topics such as preven­ tive health care. There also is an abundance of medical literature available at each conference, including packets which describe in detail the bene­ fits plans for active members, pen­ sioners and dependents. Seafarers Plan officials conduct the main program at each confer­ ence, reviewing in detail the union's various plans — including medical, vacation, pension and Deck department member Raynell Moon and son, Raynell Jr., listen to benefits information in New Orleans hall. Seafarers Dedicate New Union Haii in Honoiuiu SIU President Michael Sacco (left) and Honolulu Port Agent Tom Fay, wearing traditional Hawaiian leis, cut the ribbon at a ceremony marking the opening of the union's new hall. The opening of a new union hall in Honolulu was celebrated by Seafarers on September 12. The SIU's newest office—lo­ cated at 606 Kalihi Street—opened for business in March, but renova­ tions had been taking place until the week of the dedication cere­ mony. The hall is roughly four miles west of the union's previous facil­ ity on Cooke Street. It is larger than the old one, includes a classroom and is only two blocks from the waterfront. Moreover, the new hall is closer to the facilities used by two SlU-contracted companies, Sea-Land and Matson. The property includes more than 9,200 square feet of land (with parking available for 24 vehicles), while the building takes up more than 4,000 square feet. SIU President Mike Sacco at­ tended the ceremony, which drew coverage from local media. SIU members contributed their culinaiy skills to the event. The Hawaii-based Seafarers, many of whom sail on the two passenger ships of American-Hawaiian Cruise Lines, helped prepare and serve a buffet for the guests attend­ ing the event. The union sold its previous hall to the Hawaii Community Development Authority earlier this year. SIU member Carl Poggioli slices roast pig during dedication ceremony. Fall in Temperature Has No Effect On Orgulf Pushboat Operations L W-'IHIsiS-' The Peter Fanchi just dropped off 15 light barges and now is ready for 15 more. As the cooler winds of autumn begin sweeping down from the north, SIU crewmembers aboard Orgulf tugboats along the Missis­ sippi River system continue to work without interruption. The only change that would be visible might be crewmembers wearing warmer clothes. Other­ wise, the pushboats ply the water­ ways delivering grain, oil and other commodities between St. Paul, Minn., Pittsburgh and the Gulf of Mexico with no operational dis­ tractions. Low water levels on the rivers remain which is causing the crews of the Peter Fanchi arid Twin Cities to keep on the look­ out for dangerous situations. Both tugs are capable of pushing 15 barges at a time to or from the Moore's Landing staging facility for Orgulf. The Twin Cities is the smaller of Cook Robert Charlet prepares the next the two. It operates primarily along day's menu for the Twin Cities crew. the Ohio River. The Peter Fanchi sails the upper Mississippi be­ tween Moore's Landing and St. Paul. I Lead Deckhand Tommy Guidry of the Peter Fanchi prepares to go to work. •• Twin Cities deckhands grab some coffee before the pusher leaves Moore's Landing. Deckhand Leepoleon Mays takes a quick From left: Scott Hiett, Harold Anderson and Tim Parker. break aboard the Peter Fanchi. -J.!'" • - 'V �•: •. - • V 'm n SCAMfffffS lOG Text of Statement by 3 Maritime Unions iSfi' The following is the text of the statement that was issued by the heads of three unions representing shipboard personnel in which they called for joint action on the part of the industry and govern­ ment to prevent the disappearance of the American flag from the high seas. The reality is painfully clear: America's privately-owned mer­ chant fleet continues its dangerous slide^ a victim of national ne­ glect and apathy, with even the industry itself seemingly unmoved by the potential consequences. Each passing day for the past dozen or so years has seen a re­ lentless decline in the numbers of ships flying the Stars and Stripes, and with it a steady erasing of United States visibility in the ports of the world. The total number of privately owned vessels of U.S. registry is now 377. Ten years ago, it was 533. Twenty years ago, it was 834, and the number of deep sea jobs in the privately owned active fleet has dropped from 42,000 in 1970 to 10,000 today. -iiv ;; •;"/;;::•'|^ • . •• •:;'• if; ;• ,,r- . - '- t. ' -V '''' •••'.f • ''." ;;. ;|.:i::: •- " • V- -••y . • -/ •" •' •' . '.ii- ,. .". -• The consequences of these disturbing numbers are grave: 1) the nation becomes more and more vulnerable economically, strategi­ cally and militarily, as demonstrated during the recent Desert Storm sealift buildup where the Pentagon was forced to hire foreign flag vessels to transport U.S. military hardware; 2) the seafaring and shipbuilding skills that had contributed to, and Were so much a part of, America's development as a trading nation and world power are presently depleted and could be lost forever, and; 3) be­ cause no nation, throughout the history, has ever achieved or main­ tained greatness without a strong and viable shipping capability, America on her present course is destined to wind up as a second rate military and trading power. As citizens concerned with the maintenance of our nation's posi­ tion and role in the world scheme, and as representatives of ship­ board personnel who are dependent on the health of the maritime industry for their livelihoods, we flatly reject the notion that the sit­ uation is irreversible. There is no purpose at this late date in apportioning responsibility for this serious state of affairs. Rather, we must deal with the pres­ ent and look to the future. What has been accomplished before can be accomplished again. In 1936, under the leadership of the na­ tional administration, the federal government, the Congress and the industry coalesced to effect the Merchant Marine Act of 1936. Again, in 1970, the federal government, the Congress and the in­ dustry supported a program chartered by the national administra­ tion that gave us the Merchant Marine Act of 1970. No program or policy can be flexible or elastic enough to func­ tion eternally in this constantly rapidly changing world. It is time once again to create a maritime program that will work for and serve America now and in the foreseeable future. The ele­ ments of such a program will only be realized as a result of all-out collective cooperation and support from every segment of mari­ time—the owners, the managers and the builders of vessels, and the licensed and unlicensed shipboard .operating personnel and all the rest who have a stake in the future of the nation's private ship­ ping industry. 'K:. •' • !i '''^''"'" V-'yi :J : .• KV-: f ' " . 'S •t r •'••••I That collective support would create an atmosphere that could end Congress' frustration over the division within the industry that militates against the consensus that is so essential to a successful maritime program. It is thus possible that a united industry, sup­ ported by a Congress that has always demonstrated a concern for the state of U.S. shipping, might succeed in obtaining the participa­ tion, if not the leadership, of the national administration in devel­ oping a program of maritime revival. The SIU recently announced it supports the primary aim of a bill designed to help restore depleted stocks of ocean ^oundfish. But the union also said it is opposed to parts of the bill which could eliminate many Seafarers' jobs. Henri Francois, SIU port agent in New Bedford, last month testi­ fied in Boston before a House Merchant Marine and Fisheries subcommittee. Speaking on behalf of Seafarers, Francois offered al­ ternatives to portions of the bill sponsored by Representative Gerry Studds (D-Mass.), who chairs the subcommittee. The Studds bill "will require further sacrifices on the part of an industry that cannot afford to sacrifice," Francois said. "The SIU and its members have already bitten the bullet and have tight­ ened our belts." Francois pointed out to the sub­ committee that the SIU contract covering working conditions on New Bedford fishing boats already includes conservation measures such as mandatory lay-overs be­ tween trips. He suggested that avenues such as trip limits and lay-overs be explored as an alternative to dras­ tic cut-backs in employment. One aspect of this plan which has drawn particular fire from the SIU is the planned expenditure of $10 million in 1992 and similar expenditures for the years 199395 expressly to be used for job retraining. Francois stated in his testimony that in the economic climate of New Bedford, where the unem­ ployment rate is estimated to be around 15 to 20 percent, retraining for other jobs might be an "exer­ cise in futility." Even if jobs were available, Francois said that the men would simply go elsewhere to enter an­ other fishery. "It would be: ex­ tremely difficult or near impossi­ ble [for SIU fishermen] to replace century old customs and traditions with alien ocupations," he said. He also noted the adverse impact on New Bedford and other fishing communities where many people are dependent on the industry for their livelihoods. As an alternative to dramatic reductions in fishing opportuni­ ties, the SIU advocated practical measures such as mandatory mini­ mum lay-overs between fishing trips; trip limitations fairly distrib­ uted between all active vessels; and closures of certain fishing grounds vital to the regeneration of the target species of fish, pri­ marily haddock, cod, and flounder. Rep Studds listens to testimony of SIU Port Agent Henri Francois. In announcing the fishing con­ servation bill, Studds said, "The most practical way to conserve fish is to reduce fishing." That is the aim of the New England Groundfish Restoration Act. Through a moratorium on new fishing vessels and a program to buy-out some existing vessels— tentatively funded by a controver­ sial 15 cent fuel tax on fishermen— the bill aims at doubling the stocks of New England groundfish within five years. The bill in general has been favorably received by representa­ tives of the fishing industry in the Northeast. Dwindling stocks of groundfish hav.e meant lean times in places like New Bedford where foreclosures on fishing vessels are becoming common. Action on this bill is expected shortly, because March 1, 1992 is a deadline set by a court order for the New England Fishery Man­ agement Council (NEFMC) to put in place its own conservation plan. If no plan is forthcoming then authority for setting a plan falls to the secretary of commerce in whose department the NEFMC, part of the Fish and Wildlife Serv­ ice, falls. It goes without saying that the task is most formidable, but con­ sidering the alternative, absolutely essential. As the elected representatives of licensed and unlicensed marine personnel, skilled and dedicated American workers all, we are de­ termined to devote maximum effort to finding answers to America's maritime dilemma. We respectfully urge all other components to do likewise, so we can be sure the American flag will not disappear from the high seas. Let us hope we can repeat the words used by the United States Maritime Commission in its first report to Presi­ dent Roosevelt, as required by the Mechant Marine Act of 1936, "We are about to start again ... not in a riot of enthusiasm, not with an expenditure of billions, but with a carefully planned pro­ gram that gives due regard to the factors of need, method and cost." Capl. Timothy A. Brown President Masters, Mates and Pilots i'*",' i «Vi SlU Offm Alternatives To Cuts in Fishing Jobs ' -v ;• Gordon M. Ward Michael Sacco Chairman, Licensed Division President District No.l—MEBA/NMU Seafarers International Union SIU New Bedford officials Henri Francois (right) and Gerard Dhooge testify on a controversial fishing bill currently before a congressional subcommittee. . J,' •• �piiippi|ii'liiiMiliiBii|l^ oaoBiR m V -"'sj'.-' • Five LMG Gemini Crewmen CHed for Rescue at Sea Five crewmembers of the LNG Gemini, including two SIU mem­ bers were awarded the Meritorious Service Medal by Secretary of Transportation Samuel K. Skinner at a special Washington, D.C. re­ ception on September 10. Seafarers Victor Honigsfeld and Jeffrey Amendolia, both of whom sail as ABs, were among those honored for efforts two years ago to rescue 18 Taiwanese sea­ men whose vessel sank in the South China Sea. As the 100 or so guests walked into the ceremony, they saw vivid reminders of the November 1989 rescue performed by crewmem­ bers of the LNG Gemini, one of the liquified natural gas carriers oper­ ated by Energy Transportation Corp. (ETC). Enlarged photo­ graphs showed the exceptionally rough, icy seas and the wearied looks of the Taiwanese sailors and the rescuers alike. Honigsfeld, unable to take his eyes off the photographs, said in a low tone, "I hope that if I'm ever in that position, someone else will be there to help.... You just want to help the people. This really shows Sixteen Taiwanese crewmembers from two lifeboats of tfie Kao Hwa III were rescued by tfie LNG Gemini crew. how dangerous the sea can be We just did what we needed to do. It came as a shock when I got the invitation to come here." Amendolia was at sea, therefore SIU Vice President Joseph Sacco accepted his medal. Also honored at the ceremony were Second Mate John Codispoti and Third Mate Steven Sellers (each receiving a Meritorious Service Medal) and Third Mate Michael Hainen (Dis­ tinguished Service Medal). Honigsfeld also was a recipient of the U.S. Merchant Marine Expe­ ditionary Award for his contribu­ tions supporting the Desert Shield and Desert Storm operations. "I'm honored that we've been chosen to receive the awards, but 26 people on the ship worked just as hard," Codispoti said. "Every­ one did something." Seafarers Respond Just after 7 a.m. on November 20, 1989, the SlU-crewed Gemini picked up a distress call from the Panamanian-flagged Kao Hwa HI. Within 90 minutes, lookout OS Allen Kindt caught sight of a red hand-flare forward of foe beam. • Shortly, the liquified natural gas carrier approached two lifeboats carrying 16 Kao Hwa III crewmembers. Members of foe deck gang rigged the starboard He cut himself free and eventu­ ally was pulled to safety by Amendolia and Codispoti. The Gemini later recovered foe bodies of two dead crewmembers LNG Gemini seamen honored at the awards ceremony were, from left, AB Victor Honigsfeld, Third Mate Michael Hainen, Third Mate Steven Sellers and Second Mate John Codispoti. (Not pictured is AB Jeffrey Amendolia.) gangway and a pilot ladder and put a boat rope over the side. The Gem­ ini was positioned so foe Kao Hwa in lifeboats, tossed about by the rough sea, could come alongside. The occupants then were as­ sisted aboard and members of the steward department provided blan­ kets and hot tea. ITie Taiwanese seafarers were sent to the ship's hospital and cadets' room for hot showers while crewmembers washed and dried their clothes. "Some of them were crying," recalled Honigsfeld, a 1989 gradu­ ate of the Lundeberg School whose first voyage included foe rescue. "Some seemed like they were in shock, and others tried to help their shipmates." Rescuing foe lifeboat occupants was only a relatively short part of what tumed out to be a 12-hour operation. Gemini crewmembers learned that five Kao Hwa IE sail­ ors had not entered lifeboats, so Captain Norman Smith maneu­ vered his ship upwind of where foe lifeboats had been sighted. "The SIU people did a great job," Third Mate Hainen told a Seafarers LOG reporter during the ceremony. "Some that aren't men­ tioned had binoculars to their faces for eight to 10 hours. They had sunbum and windbum, but there were no complaints." Eventually two men on a piece of wood were spotted amidst a sea littered with the remnants of foe Kao Hwa III. A life ring was thrown to the two seamen who were drifting rapidly past foe Gem­ ini. One man was brought to the ladder by using foe life ring. The other seaman grabbed foe boat rope. As soon as foe man on the ladder was safely on the gangway, foe life ring was passed to the seaman holding the boat rope. But the man's leg was caught in a line se­ curely tied to foe wood. Captain Smith began backing foe screw, allowing crewmembers to pull foe man closer. Amendolia tended the line while Hainen took foe bitter end of the line from the life ring, descended foe ladder and went into water to hand foe bound seaman a knife. from the Kao Hwa HI. Meanwhile, another Taiwanese seaman was saved by the MY Plata, a vessel in foe area that also heard foe distress call. "We were surprised at how quickly [some of the Taiwanese seafarers] started showing signs of hypothermia," said Codispoti. "The weather was horrendous, but you wouldn't think it would show up that quickly. ... I still think about the guys we weren't able to get to in time. We were so close." Hainen described the ordeal as "exhilarating. You have to stay fo­ cused, but after 10 or 11 hours you do start thinking about the time.T know I got exhausted pulling peo­ ple out of the lifeboats. ... It felt good and yet dealing with the bod­ ies was the down side. You do a lot of second-guessing." Meanwhile Honigsfeld, 26, could not believe he was receiving such a high honor. The native of New York could not even swim when he first joined foe Seafarers; yet his thorough training and gutsy work under extraordinary condi­ tions helped save 18 lives. The Taiwanese seamen have not forgotten the efforts of Honigsfeld, Amendolia and the rest of the Gemini crew. "He still receives letters from the people he helped save," said Honigsfeld's mother, Rochelle, who attended the cere­ mony. "When I read some of them I started to cry. It's unbeliveable the love they have for him.... I'm extremely proud of my son.' ABs Honigsfeld and Amendolia were awarded a Meritorious Service Medal from the secretary of transportation. SIU Executive VP Joseph Sacco, left, accepts the award from Secretary of Transportation Samuel K. Skinner on behalf ilfof of AB Jeffrey Amendolia. • W:- • /••A-'•' V-' Maritime Administrator Warren Leback, center, presents AB Victor Honigsfeld with medal while Kendall Chen, vice president, ETC, looks on. 'V*' if -"1 AB Victor Honigsfeld, left, listens as his mother, Rochelle, talks about the letters her son has received from some of the survivors of the Kao Hwa III. �mmmmmmmm am SUfAREKS LOG iiiv li/': ;A;;' ,::,-4; ^ ¥; ;:'. 1)1; ••• r^<.:;\ - "u-t-)' •-ill •'/" V'i f •?«: ;.' -i.t- ® ' • ' I' Wl •t:.' •n Seafarer Race Acts as Goodwill Envoy to Southampton It might be an understatement to say SIU member Ralph R. Race made the best of a difficult situa­ tion. Race, 46, became a self-ap­ pointed goodwill envoy while working aboard the Cape Mohican last winter. The vessel was stranded in Southampton, England due to boiler problems. When he was not working. Race—who lives in Southampton, Pa. near Philadel­ phia—met with various officials and citizens of the English city. He exchanged gifts with South­ ampton's mayor and police offi­ cers, toured the area and helped foster an already friendly and ac­ tive relationship between residents of these sister cities. "Of all the places I've been, the Middle East, the Far East, I'd go back to Southampton, England be­ fore anywhere else," AB/Tankerman Race recently told a reporter from the Seafarers LOG. "The people were so nice there. The experience was just overwhelm­ ing." Race has enjoyed a bit of celeb­ rity status since his unscheduled overseas visit which resulted in the cultural exchange between the Southamptons. The longtime Sea­ farer was featured in two English newspapers, in a Southampton, Pa. magazine and in the Philadelphia Inquirer. It all started in November 1990 when the Cape Mohican delivered military cargo to the Persian Gulf. The vessel then headed for Eng­ land to pick up more materiel, but problems developed with the boil­ ers and the ship stopped in South­ ampton. Anticipating a lengthy layover while repairs were made, most of the crewmembers were sent home. Race, who joined the union in 1968 in Philadelphia, and a few others remained on board the Cape Mohi­ can, with Race coordinating the repairmen. Race also handled var­ ious duties ranging from checking fuel lines to scrubbing toilets and cleaning rooms. "That's your home, you know, and you can't have someone walking into a dirty room," Race explained. He credits his aunt and uncle, Monica and Ron Pinciotti, for sug­ gesting the gift exchange. Race lives with the Pinciottis in South­ ampton, Pa., and he contacted them from England. The Pinciottis got in touch with local township ofHcials and police and subsequently put together a gift package for Brother Race to deliver in England, The package included police chevrons and a badge, an insignia for a police cap, T-shirts, Christmas ornaments and a license plate. Soon thereafter Race met with the mayor of Southampton, Her Worship Mary Key. They ex­ changed various memorabilia, with Race receiving items such as a silver medallion, a crystal paper­ weight and two history books from the Southampton Library. Race even donned the ceremo­ nial robes and hat. visits to the city. He said he appre­ ciated the consistently fine treat­ ment he received. "It wasn't just a couple of visits, where everyone is going to be nice and you don't see any bad sides," Race noted. "I still can't believe the gracious hospital­ ity we received." Race's exhilarating experience in Southampton was tempered some­ what by the seriousness of his role in Operation Desert Shield. Although he retumed to the United States l^fore combat began, "I didn't feel safe until I got back," he said. Brother Race shares a laugh with Her Worship Mary Key, mayor of Southampton. Of the mayor. Race said, "She is so intelligent and jovial: I called her Your Worship, which you're supposed to do, and she said, 'Oh, just call me Mary.' She served tea and gave me a cigarette. She is quite friendly." Race and a few other SIU mem­ bers also met with other South­ ampton officials and socialized with the town bobbies. Since the Cape Mohican re­ mained in Southampton until Christmas, Race made repeated Persian Gulf Volunteer Usually a tugboat worker. Race decided to volunteer for the Pers­ ian Gulf after a conversation with his aunt. "I never had military ex­ perience, but she reminded me of my obligation to my country," he recalled. "We talked for a while and I said, 'You're right.' I decided to do it." The Cape Mohican delivered a shipment of tanks to Ad Damman, Saudi Arabia before the boiler trouble sidelined the ship in England. Appeals Board Amends Shipping Rules; Affects Registration Process on Weekends The Seafarers Appeals Board has amended the shipping rules to allow members to register on board a ship after the union hall has closed for a weekend or holi­ day when signing off during a payoff or layup. A second action taken by the board, which consists of representatives from both the union and its contracted compa­ nies, clarifies a provision regard­ ing permanent positions. SAB Action 356 calls for the union representative present at a payoff or layup to register for employment members signing off who possess the proper docu­ ments if the payoff or layup occurs after 12 noon on a Saturday or anytime on a Sunday or holiday. "This action was taken to pre­ vent members from having to pay for food and lodging or being in­ convenienced in any other fash­ ion," said Angus "Red" Campbell, SIU vice president for collective bargaining. The other change, known as SAB Action 357, clarifies Rule 5 A 12 (a) that permanent jobs are on specifically designated vessels. Both actions, which took effect immediately upon passage, are printed below: SAB Action 356 The Seafarers Appeals Board acting under and persuant to the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the Union and the vari­ ous Contracted Employers, hereby takes the following action. Whereas, vessels may lay up or poy off outside the normal spread of business hours in effect in all the Labor-Management Hiring Halls, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday and 8:00 a.m. to noon on Saturday, and Whereas, seamen are inconve­ nienced by having to wait until the next business day to register for employment, creating expenses for food and lodging for seamen who do not reside in or near the port of payoff, and Whereas, a Union ojficial is present at all scheduled payoffs. Therefore, to avoid delay for the seamen going home and eliminate the cost forfood and lodging. Rule 5 A 2 (a) shall be amended by adding a new paragraph, which shall read as follows: "In the event a vessel lays up or pays off after twelve noon on Saturday or at a time that would prevent the seamen from register­ ing before the hiring hall closed on Saturday or on a Sunday or Holiday; the Union ojficial as­ signed to the vessel for the payoff shall examine each crewmembers' Merchant Mariners document, clinic card, union identification, passport and drug clearance certi­ fication, and if all documentation is in order, shall be registered in the port of payoff on the next official business day, if so re­ quested, unless their alloted em­ ployment time aboard the vessel has expired as provided in Rule 2 G I, 2 G 19 and 2 H. Seamen whose documents are not in order shall be subject to the provisions contained in paragraph one above." The remainder of Rule 5 A2 (a) shall continue in full force and effect. Dated: September 4, 1991 SAB Action 357 The Seafarers Appeals Board acting under and pursuant to the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the Union and the vari­ ous Contracted Employers, hereby takes the following action. For purposes of clarity. Rule 5 A 12 (a), first paragraph shall be amended to read as follows: (a) "The following specified rat­ ings enumerated in this subsection (a), possessing Class 'A' senior­ ity, upon attaining four (4) months of continuous employment aboard a specific vessel, shall be desig­ nated as having a Permanent sta­ tus for such vessel and shall re­ quest a relief of not less than sixty (60) days or one (1) roundtrip where the vessel's schedule of op­ erations involves voyages in ex­ cess of sixty (60) days, upon the vessel's arrival at a port in the Continental United States or Puerto Rico. The purpose of this provision is to provide as closely as the vessel's operations permit, a four-(4)-months-on and two-(2)months-off work schedule for Per­ manent ratings." The remainder of Rule 5 A 12 (a) shall continue in full force and effect. Dated: September 6, 1991 SMywBWititlirapes �m OaOBCR 1991 mm 13 Retired Bosuiif Daughter Reunited After 27-Year Separation ^r;/' VK.; "',; -•; When retired Bosun Luther James Pate picked up the telephone receiver in his room at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship, he re­ ceived a surprise he knew would come "sooner or later." On the other end of the call was his daugh­ ter, Jane Irons. The pair had not seen each other for 27 years. Irons was persistent in her ef­ forts to locate her father. From memory and thanks to her mother. Irons knew her father was a mer­ chant mariner with the SIU, the date of his birth and a native of Mobile, Ala. Armed with that information, she started searching. "When I called the school, I couldn't believe it," Irons re­ called. "Everything matched. I was in shock." Pate, who joined the SIU in 1947 and retired in 1986, was just as astounded when the voice on the phone identified herself as his daughter. The last time he had seen or heard from her. Irons was 9 years old and Pate was heading back to sea after being told by her mother he would be divorced if he did so. "I knew she would get in touch with me sooner or later," Pate told the Seafarers LOG. The phone call produced other surprises including the fact he had four grandchildren. Pate and Irons made plans to see each other in Piney Point less than two weeks after making contact. "My phone bill was over $400 that month," Irons confessed. "I was still in shock and had to keep calling. He kept asking when I was coming to see him." Irons was driven to southern Maryland from her New Jersey home by an aunt and uncle from Pate's side of the family she had not seen since he left. When she got to Piney Point she spotted her father right away. "It was natural—not odd—after being apart all that time," she added. After spending the weekend catching up on each other's lives. Irons took Pate to her home to meet his grandchildren. The chil­ dren, ranging in age from 17 years to 16 months, have taken to him, according to Irons. "The kids en­ joy his seafaring stories. My oldest son, Patrick, had been thinking of joining the Navy after he gradua­ ted from high school. Now, he is looking into the merchant marine." By finding her father. Irons is rediscovering family members on Pate's side. A family reunion is being planned in Mobile in con­ junction with a wedding next year. Meanwhile, Pate has moved to New Jersey to be closer to his family. "I miss Piney Point and talking with my buddies, but it is Jane Irons runs to hug her father, retired Bosun Luther James Pate, after being apart nothing like being with family," 27 years. Irons drove from her New Jersey home to meet her father at Piney Point the bosun admitted. where he had been living. •: a ''4^', •' •"'? .fen's 4 6end Your Holiday Greetings in the (Seafarers LCG Here is a chance to let your family, friends and shipmates hear from you this holiday season. In 25 words or less (and in your neatest printing), write your message in the space provided below. All (legible) greetings will be included in the December 1991 issue of the Seafarers LCDG if they are received by November 15. Open to: Examples: Message: Deadline: • Seafarers and their family members, retired SIU members and their family members. Wife and children send a message to their husband and father who will be on a ship diuing the holidays. Before shipping out, a Seafarer sends greetings to his or her parents. Crewmembers of one ship send greetings to crewmembers of another ship. A retired member sends greetings to a fellow retired member living in another dty. A retired member sends a greeting to all Seafarers. A Seafarer sends greetings to her fiancee. Limited to 25 words. Must be received by November 15. Send by mail to Seafarers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. After Novemb^ 1, fax copies will be accepted (1-301-8997355). Forms also may be filled out in any union hall and turned in to the official at the counter—or may be given to the boarding patrolman at a payoffi PLEASE PRINT LEGIBLY TO: Retired Bosun Luther James* Pate shows his daughter, Jane irons, around the Piney Point training facility. HOLIDAY MESSAGE: NOTICES Sea-Land Issues War Bonus Checks •J'.~%.- i: w. K'V' Sea-Land has mailed war bonus checks to all crewmembers of the Sea-Land Con­ sumer who were aboard when it sailed in the Persian Gulf during Operation Desert Storm. If any crewmember has not yet received a check, contact Judy Navarette at the Sea-Land Marine Operations office in Long Beach, Calif. YOUR NAME: IMC Requests War Bonus Information • Active Seaferer Union members who sailed aboard IMC vessels during operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm and are entitled to war bonus pay should send their requests show­ ing the applicable dates with copies of their discharge paper and company pay voucher to Ray Douglas, IMC, 22 Jericho Turnpike, Mineola, NV 11501. •ii' ••"it fei \x. Ch^ the block which describes your status with the SIU: • Retired Sea6uer • Family Member of Active Seafarer • Family Member of Retired Seafarer Send yoiu- greeting to the Seafarers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. The greeting should be received at the LOG office by November 15. ,•'fe' fe' �• :'..-V„X J ,.; jiC SlS3l-£ . •"' •, I*'.. . 7' • • ^®®g|iSl^::^ •. •'". •' -rj.A-',-^ '';vr477-y '"5f'•!f7:-.*«• '> •• ". , ^ ^ ,,-"'f', ."'l, 7/;,,' • ''• ' \ liSg^'^7:7||irf !»>|7ii7p7y|7: -;;.M7-?7 'mm r .. " , -.3 . - - •,.-* ,1a- (- ••-•^ . - * Ui_l»LV , c.l* 1 t. .-^1. ^ — -,1- , . ll*-ii *. Va-J.--- ' • 1 tTwL-' *- » -. .•_•*/•.••- 3• _. —i- . a-.- . -/.- K "l-£—-• r - • . i . 7777i;f777'«' ; wtV'''': • • .A® • •'^•A^.i.-^-'',;---• 77:7--' ItV'Av. „AA ." , l:-:A-''777aA:'A::m,7-| i ; < ^A'Ar.!''A ..; A:,:.; v. e,V i,v' An estimated 325,000 trade unionists marched in Washington, D.C. for Solidarity Day '91. AAi ffilfAtvlWAl 7:A;77S::7V7;7f7i AA;AAA?rpvifi3 'IN '7'-:;:77\7A777'A 'ffii I 7777777v.-7-.:|te;-^ -iilA-A f AS:i ,...;• •,. ^i.^vv,:..-;;;: •. .vA • '••" •- «i 77N; •' • '- .•• I^-- ..'^ -''^' f ••'- 7;*' •- ^ -•;•• ' '•;, '..-vt:>'f.-'^'-.?'- •=•,.:>-•• ^./.7V^«. :''„-vL-'*-.-,.;,^§;.>t.^-=^,^. J; > -• ',-, , •.- Y-f. i- X.>'.f7-,1, •.V;ri%-[| Seafarers Participate in AFL-CIO Rally Hundreds of SIU members marched with organized labor in an event which drew an estimated 325,000 trade unionists to the nation's capital August 31, the Saturday hefore Labor Day. Union members and their allies rallied to protest the direction the Bush administration is leading the nation and the lack of guts in the opposition on Capitol Hill. AB Sean Ryan led the march down Constitution Ave­ nue, which preceded Solidarity Day's main program. He said he was shocked and honored to leam he would be leading so many people. Ryan, who joined the union in 1980, enthusiastically described the day's events as "unbelievable!' Ryan was chosen to lead the parade as a representative of America's merchant mariners who served in the Persian Gulf, Ryan served on the Overseas Valdez during the gulf conflict. Many SIU members in attendance were making their first visit to Washington. For example. Chief Cook Susan Moe, Third Cook Peggy Langford, Second Cook Chris Adolpho and Chief Cook William Moe —all sailing from the port of Honolulu—had not been to the capital before. "I wanted to come here and be a part of this," said Adolpho. Seafarers and their fellow marchers called for national health care reform, legislation to ban permanent replace­ ment of strikers and full freedom of association for work­ ers around the world. Speaker after speaker pointed out that the administration appears to have an economic plan for eveiy nation except the United States. As one labor leader put it, "We have a president who is acutely aware of the situation for people in Kuwait and Kiev, hut is oblivious to an unemployed fam- M.: 77|7fl7;7;7:g7ii7'- -. •- ..iVfA^A' A, •A•-„^., '^•. :''A AjfA/A^ I -.'• :,y C .' •'- " .'.-••• '• is;/..-•:• • .>'v."' 4 •• ,,.v. J,:.". -• <•' , /\-'-;-.T . •-. •- .-• r - , ,•. • -.SI-- L I *#i'fA-;i.y7»;j!i''i 'i ••. .3 ':•: OaOBCR 1991 SSAFAKItS lOG :• \^i;;--;i.'sr; ily in Kentucky or a farm foreclosure in Kansas." Despite extreme heat and humidity, Seafarers and their brothers and sisters in the union movement persevered at Solidarity Day, one of the largest rallies ever conducted in Washington. Here is what some of the other SIU members who partic­ ipated had to say: , QMED Bill Sullivan (Philadelphia): "I'm here in sup­ port of the movement. I wanted to help the SIU and show my support. Most of our guys are at sea, so I'm here to represent the guys on ships who can't be here. This is for security and unity.' Black-gang member Michael Gott: "I feel good about being here today. It's great to see all the unions joining together." Engine department member Alton Hickman: "It's a beautiful experience." Chief Steward Bill Collins: "We need to keep the jobs in this country.' AB J.R. Ewlng: "This is my first time here. It won't be my last!" Black-gang member James Henley: "I think it's great to see all these Americans working together to make our country better. We need more of this." As was the case at the original rally held in 1981, SIU members proudly represented their union at Solidarity Day. AFL-CIO President Lane Kirkland summed up the day by saying, "We're here to remind our elected representa­ tives that they were put there to serve, not the faceless marketplace, hut the aspirations of real people.' '•'•VA'AV;.'- I -- iti'-lj" I"-,' • 'AAA--^-' - -Il!UIS- I.' 1 U U I "i-- •• " . ivjiwr • R;V = ;.A'"A-^AlA^AtA.\;A,rV^;-A A.'A^ if ' ••V?VA Some of the Seafarers serving as marshals at the day's event are Bryan Honeycutt, James Lawrence, Jason Shaffer, Phillip Rankin, Gregory Carroll, Kevin Leewitt and Danny Alioto. Jeannie McCracklin pauses to adjust her cap during the rally. SIU President Michael Sacco meets with union members (left to right) FOWT Sjarifudin Noor, QMED Jose Quinones, FOWT Nestor Martinez, CO David Valley and FOWT Louis A. Garcia Jr. during the rally. 7#''• • 7t7f7t nding to the playing of the national anthem are, from left; James Weinrich, Michael r, Clifton Simoneaux, Jason Schaffer, Robert Langford and Steven Boleware. r 7 . ,., l! ', I •' l' l''r: f. - P ina;- • -i W '•" •• i3^- r-'. FA I irA55«^,'>r.',' ..A.AA;:-, .. mtA, ..- |f;77;7A;7:;7|^ .. • ••'••/ ' .a ••' . ' '. >7' ' . SiNj A-XC'J'' ••••*•• • S7:--7-7v7::i|77::, '7'-?>7,^7'V'-' 7ca:,-ay y-:.mm. Taking part in the Solidarity Day rally are, from left: Michael Mclntyre, David Cebula, Anthony Hickman, Clifton Simoneaux, Nathan Owens,' Lawton Sholes, James Henley, Vilma Valentin, Tony Wiggins, Mark Settles and Rodney Irons. ',hj' 7 v" Nick Valentin marches down Constitution Avenue with hundreds of other unionists. AB Sean Ryan, (right), leads 325,000 "marchers in the Solidarity Day rally. -If'' • K ' SIU trainees form barricade to keep order. , •.AA,'" AA .A ;_ _A ;/»-AA^Ap-- 'Cf'j--.,i't :}• il t'',; if i. "i ' J AN'"; A-'ft,; • •" ' fv'' - / A if AA% Arj;-J '••"! ?•-f'A, A :)A;;--', V-AAN'.! r" • A; /• IA,V . '7. 7'_- •' 7-'>7 - r. 7r77,..y-ir':;'::7:^7777^:7"r**'^ A' A • '7' A.;, \/ A, A^// A .•A: A.://; ; ..A. .. '' -A_^,f AA/A - ^ A 5 T? ^ N" f _ A :AAA-fg;!|,.5s5;.iKAf|gj^ • m 777:-7|^i;/A ^ A V Galley members, from left, P^y Langford, Chris Adolpho and Susan Moe listen during rally. •'-y • 7- V A..,;"7V 7 '• v. '•77777-7'7, 4 • • • :,A A ; • v-f;;;V;,,3;A,;; •"m • ; •: "..--A •, 'i, .'r'' A(AiA3A3sfeffi:A^iAiAA¥A--Af-AAVAA-A.AA^AS;'S'raAiAjA^ •7''•'A-': - 'M - • ; ^7hV • A A,;.. L'AA; _ -• 'J-,• A. . - '• ' A ^ -.A ACLAA'A ifSAifiiBiiiiiiTA • ••-A,-'' '• ;,A. Ai ; A Af. "f ' • '"AAA' .AA A' :: A^;. A'.A;A A',A;; A, ,;• 'A '••A.-'A, - yA;y^V A Av':AA\A,A;.:'A3.A:i;VfyjA:-,-i;/.Ai-K A.-J A, A, A if; / -y'A/:\'.y . ;-,f A>v'A,W.-^riA:Ai^iJ£7i';A'sA-^^ArA'-"i''.-?;^i.j-AA' vJA:A^^J^a""ii^•pfesi&^^A•A,; ;:i}: AA'A .\Y 77'-''77':'^7. �w '' ' ^ ?••'* I---: •• '-"'Jo' ' '•'^' 16 • '> • ' . „ Movember i Detember JHembeisbip Meetings; Deep Sen, Lakes, Mani M/bfers Piney Point Monday, November 4 Monday, December 2 New York Tuesday, November 5 Tuesday, December 3 Philadelphia Wednesday^ November 6 Wednesday, December 4 Baltimore Thursday, November 7 Thursday, December 5 Norfolk Thursday, November 7 Thursday, December 5 Jacksonville Thursday, November Ivl Thursday, December 5 Algonac Friday, November 8 Friday, December 6 Houston Tuesday, November 12 Monday, December 9 p^-y New Orleans Tuesday, November 12 : Tuesday, December 10 Mobile Wednesday, November 13 : Wednesday, December 11 San Francisco Thursday, November 14 Thursday, December 12 Wilmington Monday, November 18 . '.a; ' I Monday, December 16 >-" - Seattle Friday, November 22 Friday, December 20 iK' ' ;;,-'! San Juan Thursday, November 7 j: Thursday, December s St. Louis Friday, November 15 j Friday, December 13 Honolulu Friday, November 15 Friday, December 13 Duluth Wednesday, November 13 Wednesday, December 11 Jersey City Wednesday, November 20 Wednesday, December 18 New Bedford Tuesday, November 19 Tuesday, December 17 na9 Personals ALFREDO GONZALEZ Anyone knowing the where­ abouts of Alfredo Gonzalez, 37, should contact his son, Ablert Allie, through Max Hall in the Seafarers LOG. Call (301) 899-0675 SCOTTY (FRANK) AUBUSSON Please contact Alexander Daniluk at 823 E. Hamilton St, Gonza­ lez,!^ 70737. ROBERT FINK Please contact your sister, Lenore, at 516 E. 15th Street, New York, NY 10009. CORRECTION Chief Engineer David Meniken's ship­ board job was incorrectly identified in the September Seafarers LOG story on the new AT&T cable ship, the Global Link, on page 5. . i " SUFARCRS lOG J. ^i. 1. i Dispatchers* Report for Deep Sea AUGUST 16-SEPTEMBER 15, 1991 •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Port lew liladelphia pBaltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans , iSfacksonville • San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu louston 5t, Louis ;|Wney Poitp Algonac Totals Port New York Philadelphia Baltimore muf^. Norfolk Mobile New Orleans 37 4 4 7 8 17 17 4 ••If- • :5- 3 9 19 22 tl 19 20 6 3 27 0 10 1 0 1 2 203 6 134 Trip Reliefs DECK DEPARTMENT 16 8 34 13 7 9 6 6 15 12 14 16 2 9 m 30 TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C 3 5 9 15 12 m 17 127 14 25 10 1 6 6 9 7 5 10 .13 12 10 1 6 3 2 12 18 15 ^12 15 12 25 3 11 ' ••REGISTERED ON BEACH AU Groups Class A Class B Class C 57 14 18 3 ^.-.:;;3.;.; 5 • -^=^¥5-:- 4;r,'Sig^ ^ 15 3 7 4 8 3 12 2 . 5 34 17 11 ''^•"35 '14 j 52 17 n: 9 4 27 ,13 J 8 6 40 4 11 4 0 0 8 6 9 |:<8 ^5'.- * '.t 1 te: • 0 337 186 0 1 *,*51 • "• •^• ' 0 124 2 •• 116 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 3 1 3 4 7 7 9 6 9 5 13 13 • 3 5 W'A. y 6 10 9 10 8 0 3 8 4 6 0 1 0 3 2 3 ^-5 • • 6 9 23 8 10 7 6 • 6 7 2 5 11 San Francisc# Wdmingtp^ Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St. Louis ^ ^ Piney Point Algonac Totals Port p:: New YorkI I Philadelphiia S Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans SjiiOTndlle "San Francisco l^ilmingtoiT Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston \ |$t, Louis; iJ^ey Pqir^ Algonac Totals Port Jew Philadelphia laltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu St. Louis Pot Algonac Totals Totals All Departments 536 583 660 475 448 495 166 892 627 751 •"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. A total of 1,584 jobs were shipped on SlU-contracted deep sea vessels. Of the 1,584 jobs shipped, 475 jobs or about 30 percent were taken by **A" seniority members. The rest were filled by *'B" and **€" seniority people. From August 16 to September 15, a total of 166 trip relief jobs were shipped. Since the trip relief program began on April 1, 1982, a total of 14,716 jobs have been shipped. �i,v;'• ^ OaOBSR 1991 The Seafarers Pension Plan an­ nounces the retirement of 14 mem­ bers this month. Ten of those signing off sailed in the deep sea division, three sailed in the inland division and one sailed in the Great Lakes division. Steward department member James Miller, 71, is the oldest of the new pensioners. He spent nearly 50 years at sea and rates the Sonoma as his favorite ship. Brother Miller also recalls surviving both a bombing during World War II and a typhoon near Okinawa in 1945. Brief biographical sketches of Miller and the other new pensioners follow: 17 To Our New Pensioners ... Thanks for a Job Well Done Each month in the Seafarers LOG, the names of SIU members who recently have become pensioners appear with a brief biographical sketch. These men and women have served the maritime industry well, and the SIU and all their union brothers and sisters wish them happiness and health in the days ahead. GUSTAVE MALENSKY, 62, joined the union in 1962 in the port of his na­ tive New York. Brother Malensky shipped in the deck department. He resides in Glen Oaks, N.Y. JOSE CAMELO,55, joined the Seafar­ ers in 1961 in the port of New Or­ leans. Bom in Co­ lombia, he sailed in the engine de­ partment. Brother Camelo upgraded at the Lundeberg School in 1978, and he also served in the Colom­ bian army. He has retired to Sun­ rise, Fla. JOSEPH MERCIER, 65, joined the Seafarers in 1958 in the port of Bal­ timore. He was bom in New Hampshire and sailed in the deck department. Brother Mercier served in the Navy from 1943 until 1949. He lives in Manchester, N.H. WOODROW CUNNING­ HAM, 66, joined the SIU in 1965 in the port of Tampa, Fla. A na­ tive of Georgia, he shipped in the deck department. Brother Cunning­ ham served in the Army from 1943 to 1950. He resides in Jacksonville, Fla. JAMES MILLER, 71, joined the Marine Cooks and Stew­ ards in 1953 in the port of Port­ land, Ore., before the union merged with the AGLIWD. The Washington native Sailed frequently with Grace Lines and Delta Lines vessels to South America. He has retired'to the Portland area. JOHN O. FRAZlER, 64, joined the Seafarers in 1967 in the port of Houston. Bom in Louisiana, he upgraded fre­ quently at the Lundeberg School and in 1976 com­ pleted bosun recertification. Brother Frazier served in the Navy from 1943 to 1950. He has retired to Plantersville, Texas. DEMETRIOS KYRIAKOS,61, joined the SIU in 1955 in the port of Seattle. A na­ tive of Greece, he sailed as a member of the deck department. Brother Kyriakos calls Metairie, La. home. ISMAELSOUS, 64, joined the Seafarers in 1981 in the port of San Juan. Ihe native of Puerto Rico shipped as a chief mate. Boatman Solis resides in Yabucoa, P.R. GREAT LAKES DEEP SEA VINCENT CURRIE, 66, joined the union in 1966 in the port of New York. The North Carolina native sailed as a mem­ ber of the galley gang. He lives in Brooklyn, N.Y. ^ JOHN POLEATE, 69, joined the union in 1978 in the port of San Francisco. A na­ tive of Louisiana, he shipped in the deck department. Brother Poleate has retired to Pensacola, Fla. FRANZ SCHWARZ, 58, joined the SIU in 1961 in the port of Seattle. Bom in West Ger­ many, he shipped in the deck de­ partment and in 1980 completed bosun recertification. Brother Schwarz resides in Highland, Texas. ber of the deck department. He served in the Army from 1951 to 1953, and calls Niles, 111. home. JILES W. HAMM, 65, joined the union in 1961 in the port of New York. Bom in Wilson, N.C.,he sailed in the ste­ ward department. Boatman Hamm served in the Army from 1944 to 1946. He lives in Newport News, Va. WILLIAM GRAY, 56, joined the Seafarers in 1968 in the port of De­ troit. The Michigan native shipped in the deck department. He has re­ tired to Frankfort, Mich. CORRECTION The September issue of the Seafarers LOG contained incorrect information about pensioner Jo­ seph L. Gray. The correct informa­ tion follows: Brother Gray, 65, joined the SIU in the port of Philadelphia. His first ship was the Globe Progress, where he served as chief cook from Dec. 15,1966 until Jan. 31,1967. f:. With the Shoregangs In New Orleans I- Above—Working the Robert E. Lee in New Orleans, members of the Waterman shoregang are (from left) Ivan Agullar, Ray Cuccia, Howard Levein and Car­ los Rodriguez. •, t: •f •••J' • '.y-f.. Right—Sea-Land shoregang member Al Ragas (right) and Bobby Milan, New Orleans SIU patrolman talk about the pend­ ing job. I Below—Waterman shoregang ABs Gavin Doyle (left) and David Messick work aboard the Robert E. Lee during a recent stopover In New Orleans. INLAND • ••' . JOHN J. ANTICH, 62, joined the union in 1963 in the port of his native Chicago. Boat­ man Antich sailed as a mem­ . < -rr. — - ---V- •fr.: 't' " •i . — • -mm:-- • j.V V -/ ". .. . • •. . �Dispatchers' Report for Great Lakes 'v i 'h- CL—Company/Lakes h.% •.• •- . L-Lakes NP—Non Priority AUG. 16-SEPT. 15,1991 •TOTAL REGISTERED Port TOTAL SHIPPED ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP Class CL Class L Class NP DECK DEPARTMENT Port ENGINE DEPARTMENT Ail Groups Class CL Class L Class NP Port Algonac m.:: 0 8 T" STEWARD DEPARTMENT 0 r 0 12 "ENTRY DEPARTMENT Port 0 ^32 iMI Totals All Departments 0 76 28 0 41 10 0 89 53 *"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. ;ff- .•• • •;i DIepatchere' Report for Inland Watere AUGUST 16-SEPTEMBER 15, 1991 •ijV. •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C 14 4 Port Unferi Onecftfjr TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT r'"' li: - r ti [i.- v.-_ president , 'Mlchaef^SaoedSecretary-Treasurer .John v'A • : • •;]^ecutiye •Vice'Presidi^^ ;Joseph.SaccO;--'vV;::v Nflfce I^Sident Collective Angiis *«ed" CaiupbeB Vice President West Coast George McCartney, Vice President Government Services Roy A. "Buck" Mercer Vice ]^esident Atlantic CoasC JackCafTey i:Vice:iPr|si4ent-:IakeS'M^ ;• Byron'Kelley;.:: Vice President Gulf Coast Dean Corgey 11 i ' 'V HiE^UARTERS 5201 Auth Way Cainp Springs, MD 20746 "15 ^1)899:#5 ALGONAC 520, St:-;iClair,;Rive!r-Dr. Alonnanl MI Mr 48001 4Sn0l Algonac, (313) 794-4988 s? BALTIMORE 1216 E. Baltimore St. Baltimore, MD 21202 (301)327-4900 DULUTH: 705 Medical Arts Boildii^s Duluth, MN 55802 (218)722-4110 HONOLULU 6(86 KaUhi Street » 4 <• ! 1221 Pierce St. 1 Houston, TX 77002 (713)659-5152 y'WA JACKSONVILLE 3315 Liberty St. Jacksonville. 1^ 32206 •iYYI(904)353-0987 ;y-Y:.:.j^EYCnY •••'•- .•••ills * . 99 Montgomeiy St. Jersey City, NJ 07302 (iZOI) 435-9424 MOBILE BMBDauphin •Mand,PfcviY^-''^^11'S!t MobUe, AL 36605 ;1 (205)478-0916 NEW BEDFORD 50 Union St. New Bedford, MA 02740 (508) 997-5404 |1|NEW^«MILEANS . 630 Jackson Ave. New Orleans, LA 70130 (504) 529-7546 Y NEW YORK 675 Fourth Ave, Brooklyn, NY 112^ (718)499-6600 f:Y \vy4 y NORFOIJK '"^^ 115 third St, Norfolk, VA 23510 (804)622-1892 PHILADELEHIA 2604 S. 4 St Philadelphia, PA 19148 ss (215)336-3818 PINEY POINT P,0. Box 75 tie Piney Point , MD 20674 (301)994-0010 SAN FRANCISCO 350 Fremont St. San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 543-5855 Government Services Di^idh (415) 861-3400 SANTURCE 1(157 Fernandez Juttcos St. Stop 16, .•. S£mturee. PR 00907 (809) 721-4033 :Y 1 Y1 SEAITLE 2505 First Ave. Seattle, WA 98121 (206) 441-1960 VYSTV LOUIS / i 4581 Giravois Ave, 1 St, Louis, MD63Ii6^ (314) 752-6500 WILMINGTON Y 510 N. Broad Ave. Wilmington, CA 90744 (213)549-4000 t-, i;' .-•• ,; A Totals AU Departments 56 2 16 31 0 3 168 12 33 •"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. : �jff • <,• OaOBCR 1991 19 as possible. On occasion, because of space limitations, some will be omitted. Ships minute are reviewed by the union's contract department. Those Issues requiring attention or resolution are addressed by the union uppti re^lpt of the ships minute. SEA-LAND TRADER (Sea-Land Ser- , vice). May 24 — Chairman Mike Willis, Secretary Lois Ware, Educational Direc­ tor Frank Hall, E>eck Delegate Mark Lance, Steward Delegate James Boss. Chairman announced payoff date. Educa­ tional director encourag^ member to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Deck dele­ gate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine or stew­ ed delegates: Crew asked contracts de­ partment for clarification on use of foreign labor while in Japanese port and cutting of OT. Crew thanked steward de­ partment. BALDOMERO LOPEZ (AMSEA), June 5 — Chairman Robert Johnson, Secretary Bruce Barbeau, Educational Director William Arnest. Crew dis­ cussed security procedures and danger pay. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: Ad Damman, Saudi Arabia. CAPE HUDSON (lOM), June 16 — Chairman Leonard Spavey, Secretary Humberto Ortiz, Educational Director B.F. Cooley. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. CAPE MENDOCINO (OMl Corp.), June 23 — Chairman C.F. Mann, Secretaiy Steven R. Hamilton, Educational Director J. McCranle, Deck Delegate E. Santana, Engine Delegate J. Coombs, Steward Delegate Marco Maffioll. Chairman requested union official for ar­ rival in Oakland, Calif. Secretary re­ minded those signing off to turn in keys, also thanked crew for smooth trip. Edu­ cational director reminded members about importance of upgrading at Lundeberg School. Treasurer reported $25 in ship's fund. Deck delegate re­ ported beef. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported by engine or steward delegate. Ship waiting for installation of TV and radio antennas. Crew asked contracts department for clarification relative to ^extension of articles upon return to U.S. Crew observed one minute of si­ lence in memory of departed brothers and sisters. CAPE CARTHAGE (AMSEA), July 27 — Chairman Abdula Moshin, Secre­ tary Roily Sagulnsin, Educational Direc­ tor William Dooling, Engine Delegate Welton Weaver, Steward Delegate Harry Celkos. Chairman announced es­ timated arrival at Concord, Calif. He told crewmembers who will be signing off to wait for relief person to arrive. He ad- Fireboat Drill at Sea Siddik A. Hubair, DEU aboard the Sea-Land Expedition, turns the water valve on during a fireboat drill. vised members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crewmembers were reminded to keep mess and lounge clean. CAPE HUDSON (lOM), July 15 — Chairman Leonard Spavey, Secretary Humberto Ortiz. Chairman read report from headquarters regarding death of Bosun George Cruz. Treasurer reported $100 in ship's fund. Engine delegate re­ ported beef. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported by deck or steward delegates. Crew needs new television and new dryer. DEL VALLE (OMI Corp.), July 6 — Chairman T.P. Banks, Secretary R. De Boissiere, Educational Director DJ. BIrkland, Deck Delegate Gilbert Burdge, Engine Delegate M.S. Novak, Steward Delegate Burt Doggett. Chair­ man told everyone to see patrolman, as this is payoff trip. He thanked everyone for smooth trip and reminded members to clean rooms before leaving. He also noted need for repairs to ovens and gal­ ley range, as well as need for spraying for roaches. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew extended special votes of thanks to Bosun Banks and galley gang members be Boissiere, Doggett and Art Benner. Crew also thanked captain, chief mate and chief engineer, whose help and sincere interest in crew facili­ tate happy and smooth trip. Crew ob­ served one minute of silence in memory of departed brothers and sisters. Next port: Newport News, Va. GAL VESTON BA /(Sea-Land Ser­ vice), July 7 — Chairman David Manson, Secretary Richard E. Hicks, Educational Director Ron Robertson, Engine Delegate Sean Moore. Chairman announced payoff, reminded members to clean rooms before departing. He said new raise went into effect July 1. He en­ couraged everyone to take advantage of courses at Lundeberg School. Educa­ tional director urged members to read Seafarers LOG and donate to SPAD. Steward delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or engine delegates. Crew needs new VCR for crew lounge. Crew thanked galley gang for good work. LAWRENCE H.GIANELLA (Ocean Shipholding), July 14 — Chairman P. Hulsebosch, Secretary D. Cunningham, Educational Director W. Toole, Deck Delegate D. Gates, Engine Delegate E. Lacunza, Steward Delegate V. Ortiz. Chairman thanked crew for good job cleaning ship. He referred to Seafarers LOG article about Z-card renewals. He encouraged everyone to attend benefits conferences. Treasurer reported $267 in ship's fund. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No b^fs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew thanked steward depart­ ment for good woiic. Crew was reminded to separate plastics. GUA YAMA (Puerto Rico Marine), July 29 — Chairman G.R. KIdd, Secretary Steve Parker, Educational Director Scott Speedy. Chairman announced pay­ off and noted everything running smoothly. Secretary thanked entire crew for helping keep messhalls and pantry clean, also for enjoyable trip. Educa­ tional director urges everyone to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew was reminded to watch for stowaways in Dominican Republic. HUMACAO (Puerto Rico Marine), July 23 — Chairman L. Rodiigues, Secre­ tary C. Carter, Jr., Educational Director W. Turner, Deck Delegate Ray Fernan­ dez, Steward Delegate M. Rubles. Ship still did not have lock on rec room, to keep stevedores out. Chairman an­ nounced payoff, said everything is run­ ning smoothly. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked headquarters to check on why epoxy paint is still being used in engine room. Next port: Eliza­ beth, N.J. ILE DE FRANCE (Sea-Land Service), July 28 — Chairman P. Lewis, Secretary M. McDermott, Educational Director E. Bain. Chairman advised crew of arrival dates and times for Boston and New Jer- beefs or disputed OT reported. All de­ partments were thanked for good woric. MA YAGUEZ(Puerto Rico Marine), July 7 — Chairman Albert Caulder, Sec­ retary Jose Ross, Deck Delegate Paul Carolan, Steward Delegate John Platts. Chairman explained proper way to file medical claim. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported by engine or steward delegates. Crew asked headquarters to look into in­ creasing dental and optical benefits. Crew thanked galley gang for good work. NEDLLOYD HUDSON (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), July 14 — Chairman John NefF, Secretary R.G. Connolly, Educational director MIcuall Sclnto, Steward Dele- 1• Operatlons In the Red Sea v"I,'• Members of the Overseas Vivian's deck, engine and steward departments who took part in operations on deck during the Desert Shield and Desert Storm conflict were commended by the chief mate. This photo of the crew waiting for the USS Seattle to come along side was sent to the Seafarers LOG by ABRichard O'Brien. sey. He thanked crew for perseverance with stowaways! Educational director thanked crewmembers who supported movie fund. He stressed importance of upgrading and Lundeberg School and do­ nating to SPAD. No beefs or disputed OT reported. ITB NEW YORK (Sheridan Transporta­ tion), July 7 — Chairman A. Harring­ ton, Secretary Mike Meany, Engine Delegate Thomas Moore, Steward Dele­ gate John Lewis. Chairman announced upcoming payoff. Educational director advised members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Deck delegate re­ ported two ABs requesting relief in New York. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew was reminded to minimize noise in passageways. Crew thanked steward de­ partment for good work. Crewmembers asked for and received clarification re­ garding transportation costs related to medical treatment. Next port: New York. ROBERT E. LEE(Waterman Steam­ ship), July 21 — Chairman William Penny, Secretary Paul Hunt, Educa­ tional Director Jerald Graham, Deck Delegate Mark Fleming, Engine Dele­ gate James Gaines, Steward Delegate L.C. Babln. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School and also go there for vacation. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked galley gang. Next port: Norfolk, Va. LNG GEMINI(ETC), July 21 — Chair­ man R. Schwarz, Secretaiy R. Adams, Deck Delegate John Graham, Engine Delegate Charles Lore, Steward Dele­ gate O. Haslam. Treasurer reported $349 in ship's fund. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew thanked stew­ ard department for good work. LNG VIRGO (ETC), July 28 — Chair­ man Carlos A. Pineda, Secretaiy Rob­ ert H. Forshee, Deck Delegate David CentofantI, Engine Delegate Imro E. Salomons, Steward Delegate Ronald E. Aubuchon. Chairman explained advan­ tages of upgrading at Lundeberg School. He explained SPAD system. Treasurer reported $628.50 in ship's fund. No gate T. McNeller. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Chairman talked about dan­ gers of drugs and alcohol, also spoke about general cleanliness of ship. Crew . thanked steward department for job Well done. Next port: Elizabeth, N.J. OMI COLUMBIA (OMI Coip.), July 28 — Chairman Earnest Duhon, Secretary Chester Moss, Educational Director A.D. Bomblta, Engine Delegate Greg­ ory Thompson, Steward Delegate A. Rivers. Chairman announced payoff. Treasurer reported $362 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Rec room furniture needs to replaced. OMI HUDSON (OMI Corp.), July 7 — Chairman Calvin Miles, Secretary R. Peralta, Steward Delegate Stanley Washington. Steward delegate reported beef. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or engine delegates. OMI HUDSON (OMI Coip.), July 9 — Chairman Calvin Miles. Chairman noted ship had not received new washer, TV or VCR. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. OVERSEAS ALASKA (Maritime Overseas), July 21 — Secretary C. Woodward. Treasurer reported $45 in ship's fund. Deck delegate reported beef. No beefs or disputed OT reported by en­ gine or steward delegates. OVE/7SEAS 4L/CE (Maritime Over­ seas), July 28 — Chairman Steven Copeland, Secretary Richard Sellgman, Educational Director J. Rollins, Deck Delegate Al Runnlon, Engine Delegate Chris Clements, Steward Delegate M. All. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Trea­ surer reported $237 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward department. Next port: Okinawa. OVERSEAS ARCTIC (Maritime Over­ seas), July 1 —Chairman J.M. Zepeda, Secretary Ernie Hoitt, Educational DiContinued on page 20 i: �MWSi 20 v'l^: • 'i—.- SMplBfiiii Continuedfrom pdge 19 rector Jack Singletary. Chairman an­ nounced payoff in Houston. He re­ minded members all beefs can be handled by bosun who serves as ship's chairman. He asserted that all members should upgrade at Lundeberg School. Ed­ ucational director noted ship had new movies. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Dryer still in need of repair, with parts on order. Crew thanked gsdley gang for job well done. Next port: Houston. -••-• vi '• ,'. -' •;.' PRIDE OF TEXAS (Seahawk Manage­ ment), July 14 — Chairman Harry M. Fisher, Secretary C. Davaiie. Chairman noted nice trip, wonderful crew and no problems. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. SEA-LAND ACHIEVER (Sea-Lmd Service), July 28 — Chairman James Davis, Secretary J. Reid. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward department for good work. SEA-LAND ANCHORAGE (Sea-Land Service), July 31 —Chairman Gary Walker, Secretary G. Bryant, Educa­ tional Director S. Brown, Deck Delegate AJ. Janacek, Engine Delegate Joe Trouth, Steward Delegate R. Costilio. Chairman announced payoff and re­ ported eveiything running smoothly. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Chairman reminded members to separate plastics. Crew thanked galley gang for job well done. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. :t'. V, SafAREKS LOG .-. SEA-LAND ATLANTIC (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), July 29 — Chairman J.L. Bass, Secretary G. Sinkes, Educational Direc­ tor A. Cuevas, Engine Delegate Juan Rodriguez, Steward Delegate Isaiah Gray. Chairman thanked crew for good trip. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School and do­ nate to SPAD. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked contracts depart­ ment to consider increasing pension five percent yearly. Crew was reminded to keep rec room and mess hall clean. Next port: Houston. SEA-LAND CONSUMER (Sea-Land Service), July 28 — Chairman William Mortier, Secretary Luis Iturrino, Edu­ cational Director Willie Lindsey. No beefs or disputed OT reported. SEA-LAND ENTERPRISE (Sea-Land Service), July 5 — Chairman Jack Kingsley, Secretary Julio Roman, Jr., Educational Director Joseph Ortiz, Deck Delegate David Candill, Engine Delegate Karl H. Hanson, Steward Del­ egate V. Gomez. Chairman encouraged everyone to contribute to SPAD and up­ grade at Lundeberg School. Secretary noted good crew and good trip. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: Ta­ coma, Wash. SEA-LAND EXPLORER (Sea-Land Hose Lines Check A-OK Service), July 2—Chairman John T. Carnes, Secretary Norman Johnson, Educational Director Billy Wadell. Chairman said he enjoyed working with this crew. He added events in Persian Gulf prove upgrading at Lundeberg School is lifeblood of U.S. and SIU. Sec­ retary also thanked unlicensed members for fine voyage. Educational director said SIU training paid off for U.S. dur­ ing gulf events, as members were ready when called. Deck and steward delegates reported disputed OT, which was re­ solved at payoff. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine delegate. Crew made suggestions and inquiries concern­ ing sailing board, visitations and beds. SEA-LAND EXPRESS (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), July 7 — Chairman J. Lundborg, Secretary G.H. Bryant, Deck Delegate Timothy L. Smith, Engine Delegate Robert Leyva, Steward Delegate Harry Bourne. Secretary noted good, clean crew and reported vote of thanks from entire steward department for helping keep ship clean. Educational director stressed importance of upgrading at Lundeberg School. Engine delegate re­ ported disputed OT. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported by deck or steward delegates. Crew thanked steward depart- . ment for good service, excellent chow and job well done. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. •Si SEA-LAND QUALITY (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), July 28 — Chairman Carmine Bova, Secretary TJ. Smith, Educational Director James Fonville, Deck Delegate Donald Hood, Engine Delegate Tom Toomy, Steward Delegate Spencer Ryans. Chairman announced upcoming payoff. Treasurer reported $120 in movie fund. No beeft or disputed OT re­ ported. Rec room needs new chairs. VCR being repaired. Next port: Charles­ ton, S.C. donate to SPAD Md check on benefits conferences. He announced upcoming payoff. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew requested second washing machine, noted top brackets to ladders of hatch vents are completely rusted. Crew thanked steward department. Next port: 1 Houston. AUSTRAL LIGHTNING (lOM), Au­ gust 4 — Chairman Joseph Artis, Secre­ tary R. Emanuel, Deck Delegate Steven Lee Coker, Engine Delegate Van Joyner. Steward Delegate Ramount Jack­ son. Engine delegate reported beef. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or steward delegates. Crew noted licensed barber aboard, tips go to SIU ship's fund. BROOKS RANGE (lOM), August 10 — Chairman M.G. Gutierrez, Secretary J. Pitetta, Educational Director T.J. Kroneck. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. CAPE EDMONTiOMl Corp.), August 4 — Chairman Juan Castillo, Vcretary Prepared for Fireboat Drill Aboard S-L Expedition SEA-LAND INNOVATOR (Sea-Land Service), July 27 — Chairman J. Rader, Secretary R. Spencer, Educational Direc­ tor Rick Cavender. Chairman reported everything running smoothly. Secretary noted ship's cleanliness. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew thanked stew­ ard department for swell job. SEA-LAND INTEGRITY (Sea-Land Service), July 21 — Chairman D. Leon, Jr., Secretary Pedro Sellan, Educational Director J. Dellinger. Secretary noted pleasant trip with good crew. Voca­ tional director urged all union brothers and sisters to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew noted need for extra wash­ ing machine. Crew extended vote of thanks to galley gang for job well done. Next port: Boston. SEA-LAND NAVIGATOR (Sea-Land Service), July 11 — Chairman Erol Pak, Secretary J. Freeman, Educational Di­ rector Jan Haidir, Deck Delegate Rob­ ert Smith, Engine Delegate James Brown, Steward Delegate Bradford Mack. Chairman noted very good gang aboard. Secretary also noted smooth trip. Educational director urged members to stay well-informed. Treasurer reported $60 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew requested radio for crew lounge, reported washer and dryer aboard but not yet installed. Next port: Oakland, Calif. SEA-LAND PACIFIC (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), July 21 — Chairman B.T. O'Hanlon, Secretary S. Amper, Educa­ tional Director R. Risbeck, Deck Dele­ gate J.P, Tracy, Engine Delegate S.A. Al-nagib. Chairman encouraged mem­ bers to donate to SPAD. Treasurer re­ ported $39.50 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward department for good food and cookout. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. SEA-LAND PATRIOT(Sea-Land Ser­ vice), July 24 — Chairman Shawn T. Evans, Secretary J. Russell, Educational Director I.S. Samra, Deck Delegate Robert Pachello, Engine Delegate Ran­ dolph Llanes. Chairman thanked all hands for good voyage, reminded every­ one to separate trash and keep aerosol cans out of trash to be burned. Educa­ tional director reminded members to up­ grade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward department. Next port: Long Beach, Calif. Ruben Padilla, steward/baker (left), and Tony Mohammed, electrician, check out hose lines during a fireboat drill aboard the S-L Expedition. tional Director W. Drummond, Steward Delegate David West. Chairman an­ nounced payoff and reviewed Seafarers LOG article on Z-cards. Educational di­ rector noted importance of upgrading at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked contracts de­ partment to look into allowing quarter­ masters to sit at wheel while automatic steering is engaged. Crew noted ABs are confronted by non-smoking officers for smoking on bridge. Crew observed one minute of silence for departed brothers and sisters. SEA-LAND PRODUCER (Sea-Land Service), July 13 — Chairman Jack W. Edwards, Secretary L. Rene, Educa­ Prepared to do their part In the Sea-Land Expedition's fireboat drill are (from left) Bosun P. Flores, Chief Mate Frederick J. Nicoll and AB Raul Rivera. SEA-LAND RELIANCE (Sea-Land Service), July 17 — Chairman R.E. McGonagle, Secretary W. Lombard, Educational Directors. Hardin, Deck Delegate R. Figuera, Engine Delegate L. Viles, Steward Delegate Troy Pope. New radio and audio cassette player in­ stalled in crew lounge. Chairman an­ nounced payoff. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward de­ partment and discussed many merits of upgrading at Lundeberg School. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. Norman Duhe, Educational Director Ar­ thur Maxwell, Deck Delegate Fred Freeman, Engine Delegate Aaron Wells, Steward Delegate Dennis Dinos. Secretary reported more than $300 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT re­ ported. Crew extended vote of thanks to steward department. SEA-LAND TRADER (Sea-Land Ser­ vice), July 31 — Chairman Michael Wil­ lis, Secretary Lois Ware, Educational Director Frank Hall, Deck Delegate Mark^Lance, Engine Delegate Peter Hove, Steward Delegate James Boss. Chairman announced ship received cop­ ies of Seafarers LOG. He announced pay­ off. Treasurer reported $50 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward department for fine job. SEA-LAND VOYAGER (Sea-Land Service), July 28 — Chairman John Wil­ liamson, Secretary C. Gibson, Educa­ tional Director Ivan Kelly, Engine Delegate Domingo Milla, Steward Dele­ gate V. Cardonas. No beefs or disputed OT reported. New mattresses on order. Crew thanked galley gang for good work. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. STAR OF TEXAS (Seahawk Manage­ ment), July 21 — Chairman Mauro de la Cerda, Deck Delegate Charles D. Farman, Steward Delegate Romalies Jones. Chairman reported everything running smoothly. He reminded crew to GOLDEN MONARCH (Apex Marine), August 11 — Chairman Bill Stoltz, Sec­ retary J. Gonzales, Educational Director D.H. Davis, Engine Delegate Julio Reyes. Chairman thanked deck and stew­ ard departments for excellent work. He reported beef. Engine and steward dele­ gates reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck delegate. Next port: St. Croix. CPL. LOUIS HAUGE(Maersk), Au­ gust 15 — Chairman Thomas Ander­ son, Secretary C. Hennigan. Chairman explained various benefits of belonging to union. Educational director advised crew to read Seafarers LOG and upgrade at Lundeberg School. Treasurer reported $211.18 in ship's fund. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. ITS BALTIMORE (Sheridan Transpor­ tation), August 4 — Chairman Frank Adams, Secretary Andrew Hagan, Edu­ cational Director Joe Martin, Steward Delegate Nelson Morales. Chairman urged crew to upgrade at Lundeberg School and donate to SPAD. He ac­ knowledged wage increase and thanked union for negotiating well. Educational director encouraged members to read Seafarers LOG. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked galley gang for good chow. 55^.--'- -•I' f if- "" '* " . - 'f- • �Mtt. • : • • "•• "-I OCTOBER 1991 .-i—:- - :v^". \,X' r';> ' . 21 Hal Horn Answers Gulf Call; Earns Local Recognition After serving in the Persian Gulf war, SIU member Hal Horn shipped home to Cape Canaveral, Fla. ready to resume his other job: running the Cape-Ette Bar. He never expected to become a local celebrity, but AB Hom re­ ceived quite a bit of attention after his wartime experiences. A survi­ vor of eight SCUD missile attacks, Hom was the subject of a lengthy feature article published in Flor­ ida Today, a Cocoa Beach, Fla. newspaper. A local women's group asked him to speak at one of their meetings, and regulars at the Cape-Ette gave Hom a hero's welcome. Hom, who went back to sea for Operation Desert Sortie, down­ plays the recognition. He simply came out of retirement to aid in the war effort, and sees nothing ex­ traordinary about a 71-year-old man handling the demanding work in the deck department. A native of Cincinnati, Hom began shipping in 1939."I got a job as an ordinary," he recently told a reporter from the Seafarers LOG. "When World War H broke out, the only thing moving was Army transport, so I went out and got a job doing that." Near the end of the war, Hom had a harrowing experience which illustrated the dangers of wartime shipping. In December 1944, Hom's vessel (the Steel Traveler) unloaded supplies at Antwerp dur­ ing the Battle of the Bulge in Bel­ gium. A dozen miles from shore, the Traveler hit a mine and went under. Most of the crewmembers were saved by a French destroyer which plucked them from the ice-cold North Sea. Nearly 50 years later, Horn found himself on board the Cape Cod near the Saudi port of Ad Damman. From January 20 to 23, the vessel survived eight SCUD attacks^—unsettling, but for Hom not nearly as frightening 1944. Hom said the worst part about Operation Desert Storm was the threat of chemical weapons. "We had to wear the gas masks and suits for two hours at a time, he re- Stanley's Message in Bottle Found After Two Years AB Phillip Stanley rV.:!•••> fell';' When AB Phillip Stanley put a note in a bottle and dropped it out of the porthole of his quarters, he knew the odds of ever receiving a response were long. Stanley wrote the note in April 1989, while sailing from Honolulu to Maui, Hawaii aboard the Inde­ pendence. "All of my friends on the ship told me that 1 would never hear anything because it probably would never be found," Stanley noted in a letter to the Seafarers LOG. But a few months ago, in May 1991, Stanley got a letter from U.S. Marine Rudy Duenas who found the "message in a bottle" near an island off the coast of Okinawa. "Needless to say, I was over­ whelmed," recalled Stanley, 48. "I appreciated the time that he took to write to me. The original note was with his letter, too." Duenas found the note while casually exploring the area at an isolated beach. Stanley's mailing address had been partially smudged, but Duenas deciphered it and honored Stanley's request: "Write to me, whoever finds my note." Stanley, who recently served in Operation Desert Shield/Storm, said he wrote the note "on the spur of the moment." He is undecided as to whether he will cast another message adrift. Stanley joined the union in 1989 in Hawaii. A native of Kentucky, he now resides with his wife in Clarksburg, W.Va. Congressman Tauzin, SIU Rep Discuss Shipping 'i-'' . •' • Hal Horn holds copy of Florida Today newspaper which featured an article on him. called. "It seemed like the attacks always came around 10:30 at night, just when everybody was settled down. "But it was all right. We had a good ship with a good captain." Hom, who joined the SIU in Baltimore after World War II and retired in 1987, signed off the Cape Henry in mid-September. Nowa­ days he again has tumed his atten­ tion to the Cape-Ette. Although it is one of the area's oldest taverns, the Cape-Ette, like virtually all U.S. businesses, is suffering through the recession. "Business is getting bad," said Hom, who bought the bar in 1986. "Taxes have been raised twice, and the air conditioning bill alone is $300 to $400 a month. A lot of seamen still come around, but my lease is up in December and I think I'm going to get rid of the place." Will Horn-dubbed "SCUD Stud" by the Florida newspaperthen consider another retum to the sea if he is needed? "Sure I'd go back. Why not?" he replied. "As long as I'm physically fit." SPAD T-SHIRTS FREE • f •. • e". • >• The SIU's ever-popular SPAD t-shirts are again avail­ able to our members on a firstcome, first-served basis. The t-shirts feature the SIU logo in full color on the front and "Politics is Porkchops" in blue on the back. They are 100 percent American-made. • ; •• .r If you have not already taken advantage of this free offer, please fill out the application below and mail it to: I:- '•,; V.' f • • John Fay, Secretary-Treasurer Seafarers International Union 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 I Please send the SPAD t-shirt to: Congressman Billy Tauzin (D-La.) (right) and SIU New Orleans Port Agent Joe Perez talk over opportunities for U.S.-flag ships during a Louisiana Democratic Party convention. '-'iv • NAME ADDRESS CITY, STATE, ZIP .SOCIAL SECURITY#. I PHONE# T-SHIRT SIZE (circle one) BOOK# RATING S M XL 10/91 ..fcsr- .• •. i-. •: . �•' • •> ,.-• <•,'* H'-". -^•v ''.^'"•'V-V ; -I U'fy'', •-P\ -I'' ••;• ••> :''A" .•"• ,-i Jh • •1 if- if? M-' f (• • -••. •. 22 Fee for Z-Cards, Licenses Protested Continued from page 3 Gordon M. Ward, chairman of the Licensed Division of District No. 1—MEBA/NMU, is that "mari­ ners are not the 'users' but they are being burdened with a signifi­ cant percentage of the cost to enable the fulfillment of the Coast Guard's mission." Ward charged that the average wage figures cited by the agency as a basis for justifying the fees were "clearly incorrect." "The cyclical and seasonal na­ ture of this industry has distorted any significant interpretation of these figures. . . There are the recent graduates of the maritime schools and retirees who have lit­ tle or no discretionary income to pay their fees," said Ward. Burrill Hatch, president of the Inlandboatmen's Union of the Pa­ cific, said the IBU "views the proposed fee structure as an un­ reasonable assessment against working people." ^ "The Inlandboatmen's Union would prefer to see proposed rules which focus on manning, safety and environmental issues," said Hatch. Consider Nation's Security Vice Admiral Francis R. Dono­ van, who heads the Military Sealift Command, told the Coast Guard, "I strongly recommend that you reconsider the proposed fee structure for merchant marine licenses and documents." The MSC Commander cited the nation's recent sealift experiences and urged the Coast Guard to take into account national security issues when establishing fees. "The availability of mariners to man our RRF ships was margin­ ally adequate for Persian Gulf op­ erations and manning projections predict shortages. We believe that the proposed fee structure would keep many otherwise available mariners from renewing their li­ censes." The head of the Maritime Administration, Captain Warren G. Leback, pointed out that the "proposed rulemaking will have a significant financial impact" on the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy and the six state maritime acade­ mies and "may seriously erode the academies' ability to attract well qualified high school students for service as officers in the U.S. merchant marine." Seamen Speak Their Minds •: V' "'•' •• .,.• 'K' '' ''' Typical of the letters sent to the Coast Guard by hundreds of seamen, boatmen and fishermen was one from a purser working aboard a vessel of the Alaska Ma­ rine Highway System. He said, "As I understand it now, our tax dollars support the personnel that currently administer the pa­ perwork involved with licensing." Charles H. Rogers from Towson, Md. noted, "User fees, if established as proposed in the no­ tice, can be expected to multiply dramatically. Income tax and so­ cial security tax started modestly and are now out of control, as well as grossly unfair ..." A boatman working in the in­ land river trade from St. Louis wrote, "I don't see where the government gets the idea that we're making so much money that we neeed a new tax but I assure you we aren't." A California-based seaman, who described himself as having been associated with the merchant marine since 1940 in the capacities of sailor, officer and shipping ex­ ecutive, said, "I reviewed my own 51 year merchant marine service using the proposed fees and I have calculated it would have cost me $4,395 to cover the cost of my license-document issue and re­ newals. I feel this cost to be very excessive ..." Writing from a tug on the Ohio River, one boatman noted, "The president who loudly promised 'no new taxes—read my lips, no new taxes' has found a new way to tax hard working middle class American nation builders." Companies Oppose Scheme A number of companies weighed in against the proposal. The Lakes Carriers' Association, representing 15 U.S.-flag Great Lakes fleets, warned that such a fee would have a negative impact on the industry itself: "It must be remembered that every tax and fee adds to the cost of doing busi­ ness and therefore impacts the competitiveness of waterbome transportation versus other modes." Maritrans, the largest ipdependent marine transporter of petro­ leum in the U.S. coastwise trade, noted that the impact of the fees appeared to be drastically under­ estimated. "What is overlooked is that the cost of an endorsement to a license is $135. Thus, if an upper level license holder were to obtain for example, five separate en­ dorsements per year (such as tug masters obtaining pilotage waters endorsements), the annual cost of endorsements obtained at sepa­ rate times would be $675." Dixie Carriers, one of the largest publicly traded companies engaged in transportation by tank barge, asked the Coast Guard if the agency had "considered the 'pass through' effect of the licens­ ing fee to the employer." The company speculated that employ­ ers may "find themselves either advancing current employees the licensing fees or practically paying the entire amount." The National Waterways Con­ ference, a non-profit group dedi­ cated to a greater understanding of the public benefits of the Ameri­ can waterways system, noted the absence of public debate on Coast Guard taxes, and said ". . . we believe the implementation of Coast Guard 'user fees' consti­ tutes taxation without consul­ tation." The SIU is presently consider­ ing several options for meeting this problem. Seafarers who wish to express their points of view should write to their congressmen. The LOG would appreciate re­ ceiving copies of all letters sent on this matter as well as copies of any responses received. Know Your Rights FINANCIAL REPORTS The constitution of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District makes specific provision for safe­ guarding the membership's money and Union finances. The constitution requires a detailed audit by Certified Public Accountants every year, which is to be submitted to the membership by the Secretary-Treasurer. A yearly finance committee of rank-and-file members, elected by the membership, makes examination each year of the finances of the Union and reports fully their findings and recommendations. Members of this committee may make dissenting reports, specific recom­ mendations and separate findings. TRUST FUNDS. All trust funds of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and In­ land 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 manage­ ment representatives and their alter­ nates. 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 headquar­ ters of the various trust funds. SHIPPING RIGHTS. A member's shipping rights and senior­ ity are protected exclusively by con­ tracts between the Union and the employers. Members should get to. know their shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and avail­ able in all Union halls. If members believe there have been violations of their shipping or seniority rights as contained in the contracts between the Union and the employers, they should notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mail, return receipt re­ quested. The proper address for this is: Angus Red Campbell, Chairman Seafarers Appeals Board 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, Md. 20746 Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to members at all times, either by writing directly to the Union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which an SIU memr ber works and lives aboard a ship of boat. Members should know their con­ tract rights, as well as their obliga­ tions, such as filing for overtime (OT) on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If, at any time, a member believes that an SIU patrolman or other Union official fails to protect their contractual rights properly, they should contact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY—THE SEAFARERS LOG. The Seafarers LOG traditionally has refrained from mblishing any article serving the poitical purposes of any individual in the Union, officer or member. It also has refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the Union or its collective membership. This estab­ lished policy has been reaffirmed by membership action at the September 1960 meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsibility for Seafarers LOG policy is vested in an editorial board which consists of the Executive Board of the Union. The Executive Board may delegate, from among ite ranks, one individual to cany out this responsibility. PAYMENT 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 circumstances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any 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 im­ mediately be reiported to Union head­ quarters. CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. Copies of the SIU constitution are available in all Union halls. All members should ob­ tain copies of this constitution so as to familiarize themselves with its con­ tents. Any time a member feels any other member or officer is attempting to deprive him of any constitutional right or obligation by any methods such as dealing with charges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, the member so affected should immedi­ ately notify headquarters. EQUAL RIGHTS. All members are guaranteed equal rights in employ­ ment 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 discriminated against because of race, creed, color, sex and national 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 POLITICAL AC­ TIVITY DONATION—SPAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fund, Its proceeds are used to further its ob­ jects and purposes including, but not limited to, furthering the political, so­ cial and economic interests of mari­ time 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 ob­ jects, SPAD supports and contributes to political candidates for elective of­ fice. All contributions are voluntary. No contribution may be solicited or received because of force, job dis­ crimination, financial reprisal, or threat of such conduct, or as a condi­ tion of membership in the Union or of employment. If a contribution is made by reason of the above improper con­ duct, the member should notify the Seafarers Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the contribution for investigation and appropriate ac­ tion and refund, if involuntary. A member should support SPAD to pro­ tect and further his economic, political and social interests, and American trade union concepts. If at any time a member feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he has been denied his constitutional right of access to Union records or Information, he should Immediately notify SIU President Michael Sacco at head­ quarters by certified mall, return receipt requested. The address Is 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, Md. 20746. �A." oaoBSR mi 23 ••••Aac '•' I Stewards Agree on Benefits of Upgrading The experiences of SIU mem­ bers Elena Curley and Thurman Johnson illustrate how longtime Seafarers newer members of the union agree about the import­ ance of upgrading at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Sea­ manship. Located in Piney Point, Md., the Lundeberg School gives Seafarers an invaluable opportunity to con­ tinually better themselves and in­ crease their earning power. Curley and Johnson recently echoed the sentiments of many fellow SIU members when they expressed tre­ mendous appreciation for the up­ grading courses available at the Lundeberg School. "I know how much this school helps kids get their heads on straight, and it provides good trainr ing for life, too, for diose who come here and already are [fo­ cused]," said Johnson. "This school is the greatest thing that ever happened." "Nowhere else would I even dream of going to school to get my high school diploma, but now I have the courage because of (in­ structor) Sheila Schug," said Cur­ ley, who plans to get her diploma through the Lundeberg School of Creativity Is Critical To a Henry Jones Menu Chief Steward Henry Jones When SIU members sign on the LNG Leo and discover the chief steward is Henry Jones Jr., they know to check the menu for some of the 56-year-old's "unusual" special­ ties: • Chinese-style, Appalachian Mountain-type Egg Foo Yang with Egg Rolls, • Cuban & Madagascar-style Malagasy Sandwich with Garnish, • Broiled Casablanca, Northern Gibraltar Succulent Filet Mignon Steak, or • Minced Rockhampton Farm Raised Ham Salad Sandwich with Garnish. However, Jones prepares these bizarre dishes for the menu only. "I want to provide some amusement for the guys on the ship," he told a reporter for the Seafarers LOG. "This is something different to make their day go better." Jones, who sails from the port of Seattle, started creating his out-ofthe-ordinary menus when he be­ came the chief steward aboard the ETC vessel 11 years ago. "If you put 'roast beef with gravy' on the menu each time you serve it, it gets bland. I wanted to give (the crewmembers) some­ thing to read and enjoy." Besides providing a twist for the food being offered that day, Jones ends each menu with a legitimate quote and to whom it is attributed, like "Berra's first law: 'You can observe a lot just by watching.'" "I picked up a book of quota­ tions and started offering orie each day for amusement," Jones noted. "Now the guys come in and look for that, too." The Louisiana native never planned to make the sea his life when he started as a waiter in 1954 aboard a Military Sea Transporta­ tion Union (the forerunner of today's SIU Government Services Division) vessel. "During the '50s, jobs were hard to come by. Some of my friends went to sea and told me I could get a job there. I dropped out of college and planned to sail for a couple of quarters, then go back with the money I made." Jones never went back to col­ lege. Instead, he started working his way up the steward department. In 1961 he started sailing for the Marine Cooks and Stewards and took advantage of the union's up­ grading facilities. 'I hold all the passenger cook ratings," Jones recalled. "I learned everything I could. Back then and today, education is the most im­ portant thing. I would tell someone entering the trade today to learn everything you can and upgrade whenever possible." Jones worked aboard passenger vessels—^Lurline, President Wil­ son, and Delta Line ships—until he signed on the LNG Leo. He stated he enjoys cooking for his fellow crewmembers as much as when he cooked for passengers aboard cruise ships. Dinner Menu Chilled fresh green mixed garden vegetable salad bar Broiled Casablanca northern Gibraltar succulent filet mignon steak Macao & Hong Kong-style pork fried Chinese rice with soy sauce German-style spiced sauerkraut with steamed knockwurst sausage Baked white Idaho potatoes with sour cream Steamed white patna rice Buttered fresh broccoli spears Buttered mixed vegetables Bakers sweet cake icecream chilled fruit jello fresh fruit Coffee tea cocoa sanka cold drink milk A typical dinner menu planned by SIU Chief Steward Henry Jones Jr. combines standard fare with exotic twists. Seamanship's GED program. 'SIU Is Like Family V Johnson, 42, recently completed training in the chief steward pro­ gram. A Seafarer for more than two decades, Johnson said the upgrading courses helped him accomplish things he once thought impossible, such as operating a computer. Studying the sealift and helooperations course was demanding, Johnson added, but he benefited markedly by using videotapes at the Lundeberg School library to replay lectures. Brother Johnson, who joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards before it merged with the AGLIWD, has worked every job in the galley. He ships often, mostly on grain runs to Third World na­ tions, to provide well for his fam­ ily. The grain-run destinations re­ mind Johnson of his difficult youth, when he lived in volatile Watts (a community in Los Ange­ les). With that in mind, he enjoys his role now in helping others and never complains about long work­ days. Johnson described SIU ships as functioning "like a family, with real teamwork," As for the Lundeberg School, Johnson says it has made a monu­ mental difference in his life. Like fellow galley gang member Cur­ ley, Jolmson took advantage of the school's adult education classes. He graduated from high school in the 1960s but did so without learn­ ing much. "I just got passed along, falling through the cracks," he re­ called. Now, thanks to the Lundeberg School, he is comfortable working fraction problems in math and is building reading skills he did not get in high school. Learning New Skills Chief Steward Curley joined the union just three years ago, in Ho­ nolulu. Yet she already has studied ,V ' • '• - Elena Curley, left, and Thurman John­ son learn at Lundeberg School. a myriad of subjects at the Lundeberg School, ranging from adult education to steward depart­ ment upgrading courses to arts and crafts. Curley, 45, described the school's instructors as "helpful and reassuring. They even help on their own time, often being a friend as well as a teacher." She shares Johnson's belief that SIU crewmembers are like family. Having learned the culinary business from "cleaning and salads to being the main chef," Curley appreciates the educational oppor­ tunities at the Lundeberg School. As evidence of her progress there, she points to a letter from the OMI Charger's master. The letter de­ scribes Curley as "outstanding," with a noteworthy work ethic and an abundance of talent. "I cannot tell you enough about the differ­ ence she has made to the steward department on the Charger," W.E. Nason wrote. "With Elena you will have a clean, well-run steward department that feeds well, with the end result of a hap­ pier crew." ^ ^4-.1: fi' A well-fed crew is a happy crew. Register to up­ grade now at the Lundeberg School. STEWARD DEPARTMENT UPGRADING COURSES For further information, contact any union hall or check the course schedule on page 27 in this issue of the Seafarers LOG. "T " ' • . vV «•' v"*, �SOfAREKS LOG SEAFARERS: UPGRADE NOW! The Lundeberg School offers Seafarers the opportunity to up­ grade their skills and achieve higher shipboard ratings. Higher ratings provide Seafarers with in­ creased earning potential. W: ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR UPGRADING SEAFARERS 'ty- 1• ' For further information, talk with the union's patrolmen who meet the ships or any port official. Additionally, Seafarers may call the Admissions Office of the Lundeberg School. The following chart can be used by Seafarers to determine eligibil­ ity for courses offered at the Lundeberg School. Also, refer to page 27 for the dates courses are offered. To U90 tho chart, Soafartro ahouU iocate Oteir department on the left In Ota next eolumn la a Hating of the baah Group I and II ratbiga available at die school. On the right are the requirements Seafarers should meet before applying to the school. DEPT. • -' o ^7., POSITION Able Seaman 12 months seatime as an ordinary seaman QMED Hold a FOWT endorsement and have a minimum of 6 months seatime in a rating. lU z o d'" •'• REQUIREMENTS FOWT 111 IS: Chief Steward Q OC i Chief Cook or 8 months seatime and graduated from Lxindeberg School entry program. Normal color vision, 20/200 vision in both eyes corrected to 20/50 in both eyes, passed USCG approved physical examination and 6 months seatime as wiper or 3 months seatime and graduated from Lundeberg School entry program. 2 years seatime with rating of chief cook or higher or 8 months seatime as cook/baker, 4 months seatime as chief cook and hold Lundeberg School certificates of completion for each program or 3 years seatime in rating above 3rd cook ' or assistant cook or 4 months seatime as 3rd cook or assistant cook or higher, 6 months seatime as cook/baker or higher, 4 months seatime as chief cook and hold Lundeberg School certificate of completion for each program or 9 months seatime as 3rd cook or assistant cook or higher, 4 months seatime as cook/baker or higher, 4 months seatime as chief cook and hold Lundeberg School certificates of completion for cook/baker and chief cook programs or 9 months seatime as 3rd cook or assistant cook or higher, 9 months seatime as cook/baker or higher and 4 months seatime as cNef cook and hold Lundeberg School certificate of completion for chief cook program. 1 year seatime in steward department with 4 months as cook/baker or 4 months seatime as cookA>aker and hold certificate of completion from Lundeberg School cook/baker program or 6 months seatime in steward department and hold certificate of completion for Lundeberg School entry rating program or 3 months seatime in steward department and graduated Lundeberg School entry rating program. or 1 year seatime as steward assistant after completing Lundeberg School cook/baker program. Cook/ Baker 3 months seatime as 3rd cook or assis­ tant cook and hold Lundeberg School certificate of completion or 12 months seatime at any rating in steward department. _-• ••i '"V ••:^f Assistant Cook Utili^ 6 months seatime in steward department 1" jjjs -. ',•.; -•; ;i^y\ '" , ' .iv. Have Union Mail Sent to Your Home To ensure delivery of the Seafarers LOG each month and receipt of W-2 forms. Seafarers Welfare Plan bulletins and other communications from the SIU's headquarters, members should provide the national office with an up-to-date home address. The home address is considered by SIU headquar­ ters to be a member's permanent residence. SIU members who have changed their names also should notify headquarters. Individuals receiving duplicate copies of the LOG are asked to advise the union of this matter. If addresses or names are incor­ rectly noted on current mailings, contact headquar­ ters. Any changes should be made on the coupon and sent to SIU, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. Poultry Plant Fire Points to Meed For Better Safety Continued from page 7 workplace committees on health and safety in plants with more than 10 employees. North Carolina is one of 23 states given permission by the fed­ eral Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to run its own program and assume responsibility for job safety and health, provided certain condi­ tions are met. The state failed to meet OSHA criteria on staffing and inspections in 1990. North Carolina has 22 safety inspectors, six of whom are trainees, and 13 health inspectors, seven of whom are trainees, for a total of 35. Federal OSHA require­ ments set 77 as the number needed by a state the size of North Car­ olina. In 1985, federal OSHA esti­ mated the state should inspect its 3,213 high hazard manufacturing businesses, which included Impe­ rial Foods, once every two years. In 1990, the state OSHA inspected only 100 businesses, meaning each plant would be visited about once every 30 years. The AFL-CIO, the national fed­ eration of trade unions, called for an end to the practice of allowing states to operate OSHA programs. Such a move was started late in the Carter administration but was killed when Ronald Reagan be­ came president in 1981. Several of the Imperial Foods survivors told stories about fellow workers being fired for asking about unsafe and unhealthy work­ ing conditions. The proposed leg­ islation, if enacted, would prevent this from happening. Immediately after the Hamlet fire, federal OSHA officials in­ spected another Imperial Foods plant in Georgia. While the inspec­ tors found all the fire exits un­ locked, they discovered the fire extinguishing unit was broken. The bills also recommend jail terms and fines for employers who knowingly put their workers at risk of serious injury and give OSHA inspectors the right to quickly shut down dangerous jobs. Hearings are scheduled to con­ tinue through the fall in the House of Representatives. CHANGE OF ADDRESS OR NAME FORM I • The following will be my permanent address for all official SIU mailings. This address should re- ' I main in the union file unless otherwise changed by me personally. | I L (PLEASE PRINT) Full name: If name has changed, former name:. Street address or P.O. Box: City, State, Zip Code: Telephone number (with area code): Social Security Number:. Book number: Please check one: • This is a change of address. • This is a change of name. • This is a new request. I have never received the LOG at my home address. • I am receiving more than one copy of the LOG. Please use the address listed above for all future issues of the LOG. (Signed). 10/91 I • �" JOHNBARNETTE Pensioner John Bamette, 73, passed away July 29. He was bom in Texas and joined the SIU in 1947 in the port of Galveston, Texas. Brother Bamette sailed in the engine department. He began receiving his pension in June 1972. TONY BARONI Pensioner Tony Baroni, 72, died July 6. Bom in Louisi­ ana, he Joined the Seafarers in 1959 in the port of New Orleans. Brother Baroni shipped in the black-gang. He seiVed in the Army from 1941 until 1945. Brother Baroni re­ tired in Febmary 1984. ADRON COX Pensioner Adron Cox, 65, passed away August 4. A na­ tive of Bakan, Ky., he joined the union in 1962 in the port of Baltimore. Brother Cox sailed in the engine department and in 1973 upgraded at the Lundeterg School. He beigan receiving his pension in Octo­ ber 1982. VERNON DOUGLAS Pensioner Vemon Douglas, 67, died August 7. He joined the SIU in 1955 in his na­ tive Baltimore. A member of the steward department. Brother Douglas also served in the Army from 1942 to 1945. He retired in August 1989. w'' V •••,; .:. M.-C'. •••••'• CHARLESFRANK Pensioner Charles Frank, 73, passed away Au­ gust 24. He was bom in Pennsylvania and joined the Seafarers in 1947 in the port of New York. Brother Frank shipped in the deck depart­ ment. He began collecting his pension in Januaiy 1980. ROLAND GOODMAN Roland Goodman, 46, died Au­ gust 27. Bom in Donaldsonville. La., he joined the SIU in 1987 in the port of San Fran­ cisco. A veteran of the Navy (1962-66), Brother Goodman sailed in the deck department and was an active member'at the time of his death. • :.V.- • OaOBER 1991 DEEP SEA -A BAYARD HEIMER Pensioner Bayard Heimer, 76, passed away July22. The na­ tive of Jersey City, N.J. joined the Sea­ farers in 1962 in the port of Jacksonville, Fla. Brother Hei­ mer sailed in the black-gang and upgraded frequently at the Lundeberg School. He served in the Navy from 1944 to 1946. Brother Heimer retired in May 1980. MICHAEL KLEPEIS Pensioner Michael Klepeis, 67, died July 30 due to car­ diopulmo­ nary arrest. He was bom in New Jersey and joined the union in 1948 in the port of New York. Brother Klepeis shipped in the steward department and from 1942 until 1945 he served in the Navy. He retired in January 1983. RAFAEL MALDONADO Rafael R. Maldonado, 66, passed away July 31. Bom in Puerto Rico, he joined the SIU in 1946 in the port of New York. Brother Maldonado sailed in the galley gang. He was an active mem­ ber at the time of his death. WILLIAM E. MORGAN Pensioner William E. Morgan, 63, died July 4. A native of North Carolina; he joined the Seafarers in 1979 in the port of Jacksonville, Fla. Brother Mor­ gan shipped in the steward de­ partment and from 1943 to 1968 he served in the Navy. He began receiving his pension in May 1990. FREDMORISHIGE Pensioner Fred Morishige, 68, passed away July 13. TTie na­ tive of Hawaii joined the union in 1962 in the port of San Fran­ cisco. Brother Morishige sailed in the deck department. He served in the Army from 1944 until 1946 and retired in June 1988. RICHARD G. NEWELL Pensioner Richard G. Newell, 64, died June 9. Bom in New Mexico, he joined the SIU in 1948 in the port of Galveston, Texas. Brother Newell shipped as a member of the deck depart­ ment. He began receiving his pension in August 1984. UUNO PAULSON Pensioner Uuno Paulson, 79, passed away August 9. He was bom in Finland and joined the Seafarers in 1941 in the port of New York. Brother Paulson sailed as a bosun. He retired in January 1979. FAUSTINO PEDRAZA Pensioner Faustino Pedraza, 70, died August 5. A native of Alvin, Texas, he joined the SIU in 1941 in the port of Balti­ more. Brother Pedraza shipped in the deck department. He began receiving his pension in November 1983. VANCE A.REID Pensioner Vance A. Reid, 84, passed away August 22. Bom in Winston-Salem, N.C., he joined the union in 1948 in the port of Norfolk, Va. Brother Reid sailed in the engine de­ partment. He retired in Febm­ ary 1969. JUSTOSANA Pensioner Justo Sana, 83, died Au­ gust 23. He was bom in the Philip­ pine Is­ lands and joined the Seafarers in 1961 in the port of Seattle. Brother Sana shipped in the steward department. He served in the Coast Guard from 1942 until 1959. Brother Sana began receiving his pension in De­ cember 1975. WARREN SHOUN Pensioner Warren Shoun, 70, passed away August 16. The . Tennessee native joined the SIU in 1968 in the port of New York. He sailed in the engine department and upgraded fre­ quently at the Lundeberg School. Brother Shoun also served in the Navy from 1940 until 1967. He retired in No­ vember 1985. CHESTER TILLMAN Pensioner Chester Tillman, 66, died June 24. Bom in Elvins, Mo., he joined the SIU in 1968 in the port of Seattle. Brother Tillman shipped in the blackgang and he also served in the Army from 1945 to 1947. He began receiving his pension in June 1990. JUAN VAZQUEZ Pensioner Juan Vazquez, 74, passed away June 19. He was bom in Puerto Rico and joined the union in 1945 in the port of New York. Brother Vazquez sailed in the steward depart­ ment. He retired in November 1979. CURTIS VEAZIE Curtis Veazie, 60, died August 9. The Texas na­ tive joined the SIU in 1961 in the port of Houston. He shipped in the galley gang and upgraded firequently at the Limdeberg School. Brother Veazie also served in the Ma­ rine Corps, from 1952 until 1954. He was an active mem­ ber at the time of his death. 25 his hometown of Port Arthur, Texas. Boatman Simonton shipped as a master. He retired in March 1983. JOHN TERRY INLAND JAMES E. BUCHANAN Pensioner James E. Buchanan, 80, passed away August 14. Bom in Virginia, he joined the union in 1962 in the port of Norfolk, Va. Boatman Bu­ chanan sailed as a captain. He began receiving his pension in Febmary 1978. WILLIAM ESQUERRE Pensioner William Esquerre, 68, died August 13. He joined the Seafarers in 1960 in his native Mobile, Ala. Boat­ man Esquerre sailed in the deck department and he also served in the Army from 1943 to 1946. He retired in March 1985. GRADIE C.INGRAM Pensioner Gradie C. Ingram, 79, passed away August 16. A native of North Carolina, he joined the union in 1961 in the port of Norfolk, Va. Boatman Ingram sailed in the engine de­ partment. He began collecting his pension in April 1975. LEONARD KOENIG Pensioner Leonard Koenig, 64, died August 5. He was bom in Grema, La. and joined the Seafarers in 1956 in the port of New Orleans. Boat­ man Koenig served in the Army from 1945 until 1947. He shipped in the engine depart­ ment and retired in August 198L PAULSIMONTON Pensioner Paul Simonton, 72, died August 2. He joined the Sea­ farers in 1961 in Pensioner John Terry, 74, passed away Au­ gust 5. He joined the union in 1972 in his native Philadelphia, Pa. Boatman Terry sailed in the steward department. He began receiving his prension in Janu­ ary 1988. GREAT LAKES ••'t •: DONNIE PAULSEN Donnie Paulsen, 54, passed away July 1. He joined the union in 1961 in his native Sault St. Marie, Mich. Boatman Paulsen sailed in the deck department and he also served in the Army from 1962 until 1964. He was an ac­ tive member at the time of his death. •; • 'v i • ,4 • '•( . . ; -I r •„ 'i- ROBERT C. ROACH Pensioner Robert C. Roach, 64, died July 31. He was bom in Ohio and joined the SIU in 1961 in the port of De­ troit. Brother Roach sailed in the deck department, and he also served in the Navy from 1944 to 1946. He retired in April 1989. ELDREDJ.STARK Pensioner Eldred J. Stark, 78, passed away August 1. A na­ tive of Marine City, Mich., he joined the Seafarers in 1960 in the port of Detroit. Brother Stark shipped in the deck department. He began re­ ceiving his pension in January 1980. • f ,.r ^ '.I-. A JjjWni A Fast Moving Story • "'Jii SliENCE N \N N written by an SIU mentber AB Larry Reiner has written an action-packed drama which takes place aboard two tankers. LAPPY PtINEP This 268-page novel is available in hardback for $18.95 from Integra Press; 1702 W. Camelback Road, Suite 119; Phoenix, Ariz. 85015. Shipping costs will be paid by the publishing company on books ordered before the end of December. Larry Reiner will be happy to autograph books purchased by SIU members and pensioners, unless he is at sea. •. '.: N" • '' .' �resteiia(i!Me*yj ' • -. M-' "t ''' •'•'y v-i J •, ' ' ••"":'•• '••- •"• •-*•",'•' • f/ ; •.'•• • ^mrr/ 26 SEAMfffAS LOG '. i:- Ten Classes i>. <.r, '-. '-.i •• • S- ft •. . • ••.• : " ' Trainee Lifeboat Class 480—<3raduating July 25 from trainee lifeboat class 480 are (from left, kneeling) Carl E. Leonard, James Capps, Derek Law, Steven Boleware, Laura Prague, Eddy George, Derek Mooney, Clifton Simoneaux IV, (second row) Thomas Janick, Kent Lee, T.J. Cox, Alton Glapion, Darrin Cooper, Wes Evans, Bill Brooks, Kevin Leewitt, Truman Marlowe Jr., John Crate, Elliot Whitted, Allen Sanders, Jack Green and Jim Moore (instructor). Trainee Lifeboat Class 483—-Recently graduating from trainee lifeboat class 483 are (from left, kneeling) Chris Mares, Clyde McArn, Robert Langford, Jason Schaffer, Marius Louw, Mark Settles, Kenny Cram Jr., (second row) Alton Hickman Jr., Dwayne Gordon, Jose Rodriguez, Rob Cavanaugh, John Schneider, Jeffrey Chicklas, Kevin Masefield, Nick Valenty, Jim Moore (instructor), (third row) Mark McArn, David Cebula, James Weinrich, Mike Mclntyre, Vance Edington, Mike Burkett, Sean Hanley, Larry Callwood and Matthew Alexander. !«•! fI.-••••r • '• . Able Bodied Seamen—Graduating with their AB endorsement are (from left, kneeling) Doughland Stewart, John Kalyma, Robert Rainey, Kendra Savage, Chris Klaber, Robert Arneel, Miguel Acevedo, Casey Taylor (instructor), Ludek Horejsi, (second row) Joel Vickers, Ken BIyler, Khamisi Kayanda, Sean Ryan, J.R. Ewing, Calvin Patterson, Robert David, Kenneth Spruil, Charles Renfro Jr., Julio Figueroa, Daryl Fowkes James Watts, Kelvin Johnson, (third row) Mike Hooper, Steve Tepper, Wesley Elliott, Paul Grady, John Warner, Mark Billiot and George Keblios. Upgraders Lifeboat—Certificates of training were received by the August 8 class of upgraders. They are (from left) Ben Cusic (instructor). Bunny Chelom, William Matthews, John Wong and John Wills. Advanced Refrigeration Class—Receiving their certificates of course completion are (from left, front row) Eric Malzkuhn (instructor), John Wong, Kevin Wray, John Penrose, James Weismore, (second row) Robert Stancavage, Bob Hamil, Donald Morgan, Randall Story, Rick Stewart, (third row) James Brock, E.A. Richman and John Copeland. Hydraulics—Meeting the course requirements for the four-week hydraulics course are (from left, kneeling) San Negron, Ken Stratton, Jose Quinones, Michael Brown, (second row) Walter Chancey, Bobby Spencer, Mike Novak, Bill Foley (instructor), Joseph Ortiz Jr., Tommy Hogan, (third row) Kevin Conklin, Bill Sullivan, Ray Culpepper and Paul Peterson. Upgraders Lifeboat—Receiving their lifeboat training certificates from the Lundeberg School on Sep­ tember 10 are (from left, kneeling) U. Arciaga, Paul Gatewood, (second row) Mitchell Phillip, Timothy Monaghan, P.S. Olson, Hector Pinero and Jim Moore (instructor). Upgraders Lifeboat—Completing the September 12 lifeboat training course are (front) Gregory Calvello, (second row) Dan Mullen, Kenneth Johns, Daniel Cruz, (third row) Jim Moore (instructor), Steve Palmer, Tom Dowd and Pete Hokenson. _^ „ Marme Electrical Maintenance -Upgrad­ ing members of the Marine Electrical Maintenance course are (from left) J.D. Phillips, Tony Yore, R. McKenzie, Donald Morgan and Christopher Derra. Fireman, Oiler, Watertender way up the engine department ratings are (from left, sitting) Joshua Georgiades, Freddy Dougherty, Sjarifudin Noor, Van Russ, Michael Jackson, Bubba Smith, L.A. Gracia, (second row) Sam Perez, J.C. Wiegman (instructor), J. Rick Nelson, Nestor Martinez, Rich­ ard Davis. Michael Gott and Roy A. Coleman. , i-: ,' . A Tr. ' �,V • -• -i--' i- is ,'•: 27 oaoBER mi 1991-92 mRADING COURSE SCHEDULE RecertlHcation Programs The following is the current course schedule for November 1991-April 1992 at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. All programs are geared to improve job skills of SlU members and to promote the American maritime industry. The course schedule may change to reflect the membership's and industry's needs as well as the national emergency mobilization in the Persian Gulf. Completion Date May 4 March 2 Check-In Date March 30 January 27 Course Bosun Recertification Steward Recertification Steward •'i Courses Completion Check-In Date 1 Date Course Assistant Cook, Cook and Baker, All open-ended (contact admissions Chief Cook, Chief Steward office for starting dates) Upon completion, all students will take a Sealift Familiarization class. Deck Upgrading Courses Completion Check-In Date Date February 28 January 20 April 24 March 16 All students must take the OH Spill Prevention and Containment class prior to the Sealift Operations tmd Maintenance course. November 22 November II Lifeboatman December 6 November 25 December 20 December 9 January 17 January 6 January 31 January 20 February 14 February 3 February 28 February 17 ... March 13 March 2 March 27 March 16 April 10 March 30 April 24 April 13 May 8 April 27 December 13 December 2 Ship Handling February 7 January 27 March 13 March 2 December 20 December 16 Radar Observer Unlimited January 24 January 20 March 20 March 16 November 29 November 4 Celestial Navigation March 6 February 10 May 1 April 6 April 17 January 6 Third Mate March 3> January 27 Limited Mates License -• " 'v. Course Able Seaman Eagiae Upgrading Courses Completion Check-In Date Date Course January 6 March 27 QMED-Any Rating November II December 20 Fireman/Watertender and Oiler January 20 February 28 March 16 April 24 All students must take the Oil Spill Prevention and Containment cla.ss. February 14 January 6 Pumproom Maintenance & Operations February 21 January 6 Marine Electrical Maintenance May 8 March 16 May 8 Assistant Engineer (Deep Sea & Inland) March 2 February 14 January 6 Refrigeration Maintenance & Operations All students in the Engine Department will have a two-week Sealift Familiarization class at the end of their regular course. 1991 Adult iducafion Schedule "The following courses are available through the Seafarers Harry Lunde­ berg School of Seamanship in Piney Point, Md. Please contact the admissions office if you are interested in attending. Check-In Completion Course x Date Date ; ^ Upon completion, the Sealift Operations course must he taken. Tankerman November 11 ' December 6 March 16 April 10 High School Equivalency (GED) Adult Basic Education (ABE) English as a Second Language (ESL) Oil Spill Course Course Oil Spill Prevention & Containment (1 week) Upon completion, the Sealift Operations Completion Check-In Date Date March 2 March 6 April 27 May I course must he taken. Mo./Oay/Vear (Middle) Address- (Street) • (City) (State) Telephonei——L (Zip Code) (Area Code) Deep Sea Member • Lakes Member • Inland Waters Member • Pacific • If the following information is not filled out completely your application will not be processed. ^ Book # Social Security #- -( January 6 March 16 February 28 May 8 With this application COPIES of your discharges must he submitted showing sufficient time to qualify yourself for the course(s) requested. You also must submit a COPY of each of the following: the first page of your union book indicating your department and seniority, your clinic card and the front and back of your Lundeberg School identification card listing the course(s) you have taken and completed. The Admissions Office WILL NOT schedule you until a|l of the above are received. RATING DATE DATE OF VESSEL HELD SHIPPED DISCHARGE Date of Birth(Kirsi) iLaslI it" SHtSS College Program Schedule for 1992 FULL 8-week Sessions UPGRADING APPLICATION Name- All open-ended (contact admissions office for starting dates) — DATE- SIGNATUREDepartment- Seniority U.S. Citizen: • Yes • No I am interested In the following course(s) checked below or indicated here if not listed Home Port. Endorsement(s) or License(s) now held Are you a graduate of the SHLSS trainee program? • Yes • No If yes, which program: from Last grade of school completed. (dates attended) Have you attended any SHLSS upgrading courses? • Yes • No If yes. course(s) taken Have you taken any SHLSS Sealift Operations courses? • Yes • No If yes, how many weeks have you completed? Do you hold the U.S. Coast Guard Life Boatman Endorsement? • Yes • No Eirefighting: • Yes • No CPR: • Yes • No Date available for training — DECK • • • • • AB/Sealift 1st Class Pilot Third Mate Radar Observer Unlimited Master Inspected Towing Vessel • Towboal Operator Inland • Celestial Navigation • Simulator Course • Marine Electrical Maintenance • Pumproom Maintenance & Operation • Refrigeration Systems Maintenance & Operation • Diesel Engine Technology • Assistant Engineer/Chief Engineer Motor Vessel • Original 3rd Engineer Steam or Motor • Refrigerated Containers Advanced Maintenance • Electro-Hydraulic Systems • Automation • Hydraulics • Marine Electronics Technician ALL DEPARTMENTS • Welding • Lifeboalman (Must be taken with another course) ADULT EDUCATION DEPARTMENT • Adult Basic Education (ABE) • High School Equivalency Program (GED) • Developmental Studies (DVS) Q English as a Second Language (ESL) • ABE/ESL Lifeboat Preparation STEWARD ENGINE • FOWT • QMED—Any Rating • Variable Speed DC Drive, Systems (Marine Electronics) • • • • • Assistant Cook Utility Cook and Baker Chief Cook Chief Steward Towboat Inland COok COLLEGE PROGRAM • Associates in Arts Degree • Certificate Programs Transportation »i'l be paid in accordance with the scheduling letter only if you present original receipts and successfully complete the course. If you have any questions, contact your port agent before departing for Piney Point. RETURN COMPI-F.TEI) APPLICATION TO Seafarers Harry l.iinJeberg Upgrading Center. P O Bos Primary language spoken .> Piney Point. MD. 30674 lU/VI ,,T»5— • • . 'I ^ •T,- • �•% J]. •^r?,•?••'' ^ ,V ,V. . •, uV,'.-,-; . ;> .V-. •'; r . . •;> .;.- ' '.•; '' • -•••• • •••, • ' ^ '• '•' rt'Sif'S;•", Volume 53, Number 10 October 1991 Seafarers who partic­ ipated in the Persian Gulf sealift operation who have stories atx}ut their experiences are asked by the Seafarers LOG to share those moments with fellow SlU mem­ bers. The LOG invites any and all Seafai;ers to submit story materiai and photos. Mine-Sweepers Clearing Persian Gulf i fy;: &:3y( X.XX/''' fxS I?: fex X^X,/ ••• ..; HW7v:?,v:-:-: .• ••'X^ The Maritime Administration has announced that most of the 1,250 mines found in the Persian t r .* X' ' , ^ ' Gulf since December 21, 1990 have been removed or destroyed and that merchant shipping in and out of Kuwaiti ports is returning to normal. In an advisory to U.S.-flag ship operators which contained an up­ date on commercial shipping con­ ditions in the Arabian Gulf, Straits of Hormuz and the Gulf of Oman, MarAd said military escort ser­ vices will no longer be provided. The agency's statement said such protection and transit assistance in and out of Kuwaiti ports was no longer necessary because of the cease-fire and the reduction of military forces in the region. MarAd's notice also pointed to the success of multinational mine counter-measures which have re­ moved what appears to be the. major portion of the explosive de­ vises which threatened merchant , Iraq used 11 different kinds of mines to threaten merchant and naval shipping in the Persian Gulf. The multinational mine and naval shipping in the gulf re­ sweeping efforts have been successful at deactivating more than 1,250 of such mines. gion. Participating in the mine clearance effort were U.S., Brit­ which has its own jet engines and plant explosive charges on those bridge VHF radio for maritime ish, French, Italian, Dutch, Ger­ can be operated by the helicopter mines or defuse them. advisory information," the state­ man and Japanese mine hunting crew, sweeps for mines by gener­ The MarAd notice recommends ment advised. ships. ating an electrical current which that merchant vessels in that area The U.S. Navy's role in the can detonate underwater mines. It transit QCS Route 303 on the in­ Danger in North Gulf Waters mine counter-measures operation also is equipped with a mechanical bound leg and QCS Route 305 was substantial. Fifteen percent cutter that snips the floating mines Of the 1,250 mines verified in on the outbound portion of the of the surface mine forces and all free from their tether ropes. the area, all except five have been voyage. "While there remains, as of the helicopters used in the minespotted above 27-OON. The before, no guarantee of safe pas­ Divers Dispatched sweeping of the gulf were supplied MarAd notice said additional sage, 6ver 300 merchant vessel by the United States. After the helicopter-towed sleds mines are believed to be in the transits of Routes QCS 303 and According to September 2 Navy cleared the mines near the water's North Arabian Gulf and the state­ 305 have been safely conducted Times articles, to detect the niines surface, mine-hunter ships would ment flatly said that entry in that since March 1991," said the during the recent Persian Gulf en­ move in, painstakingly searching area "must be conducted with MarAd advisory. gagement, a combination of heli­ caution." for every explosive in the vessel's The agency's statement said copters and surface ships carried vicinity. Bottom niines were lo­ "Prudence dictates topside military escort services to com­ out the mine sweeping operations. cated with sonar. While in some mine watches and daylight trans­ mercial shipping ceased on August First, U.S. Navy helicopters, cases robotic mini-submarines its," added the advisory when ad­ 20. However, U.S. Navy warships each towing a sled at the end of a were used, the mine counterdressing the situation in the North will continue "normal maritime 400-foot cable, searched for shal­ measures task force relied heavily Arabian Gulf. patrols in the Arabian Gulf and low anchored mines. The sled. on divers who were dispatched to As to the area south of 27-OON, may be contacted via bridge to the MarAd statement said only a "slight threat" to merchant ship­ ping remains from "random drift­ ing mine encounters." From 28OON south "there are no known active mines," said the MarAd notice. & • X- ^ The Navy Times reports that during Operation Desert Shield, Iraqi mines impeded sealift opera­ tions. Some cargo ships destined mm for Saudi Arabian ports had to await escorts and time their transit through the dangerous waters to coincide with daylight hours. Iraq's mine arsenal included 11 types of explosives, according to the Navy Times. The mines range from the super sophisticated models built in the 1980s that can be activated by a passing ship's magnetic, acoustic or pressure in|flUence to 1908-designed czarist i Russian mines that require contact HI order UlUCI to lU explode CApiUC ^ in and which Re-opening the major ports of Kuwait required the recovery or destruction of hundreds of mines. Pictured above is a member continue to be be built to this day by of the multi-national Mine Countermeasures Task Group of Operation Desert Storm. the North Koreans. •'xil � 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/. 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Title A name given to the resource October 1991 Description An account of the resource HEADLINES HUSSEIN’S ORNERINESS BLOCKS WRAP-UP OF GULF CONFLICT PROTEST TO ‘WORKER TAX’ MOUNTS THREE MARITIME UNIONS JOIN IN CALL FOR POLICIES TO RAISE U.S. -FLAG FLEET NEW BILL SEEKS EXPANDED U.S. CRUISE SHIP INDUSTRY SEN. BREAUX CALLS FOR EXCLUSION OF MARITIME TRADE TALKS FUNDS SOUGHT FOR NEW FACILITY AT SOO LOCKS JOE POWERS IS DEAD AT 79 SEAFARERS SIGHT, RESCUE 4 ADRIFT ON RAFT RANDOM TESTING BEGINS FOR SEAMEN ON U.S. SHIPS BUY/SHIP AMERICAN PROVISION RETAINED IN AID BILL BY PANEL LEARNING TO READ CHANGES SEAFARER’S LIFE ANTI-SCAB BILL GOES TO SENATE FATAL FACTORY FIRE POINTS TO GAPS IN U.S. SAFETY LAWS LARGEST U.S. BUILT TANKER IS BROKEN OUT, CREWED SIU ETC CHAIRMAN LAUDS CDS PROGRAM CASINO RIVERBOAT EMPLOYEES GO WITH SEAFARERS NEW ORLEANS, HONOLULU CONDUCT BENEFIT CONFERENCES SEAFARERS DEDICATE NEW UNION HALL TO HONLULU FALL IN TEMPERATURE HAS NO EFFECT ON ORGULF PUSHBOAT OPERATIONS SIU OFFERS ALTERNATIVES TO CUTS IN FISHING JOBS FIVE LNG GEMINI CREWMEN CITED FOR RESCUE AT SEA SEAFARER RACE ACTS AS GOODWILL ENVOY TO SOUTHHAMPTON APPEALS BOARD AMENDS SHIPPING RULES; AFFECTS REGISTRATION PROCESS ON WEEKENDS RETIRED BOSUN, DAUGHTER REUNITED AFTER 27-YEAR SEPARATION SEAFARERS PARTICIPATE IN AFL-CIO RALLY HAL HORN ANSWERS GULF CALL; EARNS LOCAL RECOGNITION STANLEY’S MESSAGE IN BOTTLE FOUND AFTER TWO YEARS STEWARDS AGREE ON BENEFITS UPGRADING CREATIVITY IS CRITICAL TO A HENRY JONES MENU MINE-SWEEPERS CLEARING PERSIAN GULF 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 10/01/1991 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. 53, No. 10 1991 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/81135c614b60ca022d68f847afbfc217.PDF bf6264c96b0a64b6a8f9e58b583070e4 PDF Text Text •r:'r--' ".r"^ rr'^:k^T.r f/; • .•"i*'-—" •••V f'-fiv AFL-CIO, Seafarers Endorse Clinton/Gore Ticket .•• ' m •M Page 3 I OFFICIAL ORGAN OF THE SEAFARERS INTERNATiONAL UNION • AfUNTiC GULF. 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At the left is an artist's conception of the new Alton Belle Riverboat Casino under construction. .•,;! •' • >?'i • 1 - f-? , �2 SEAFMaSUW President's Report •" Good for U.S. Economy, U.S. Workers f-; "--'liiv. • rp-• ^ ••'-.'•P^ A'- ".• 'V OCTOBER 1992 House Voles to Close HHond SoMy iMHriuHo It was good news for the nation and good news for American workers to hear that Uie House by a wide majority passed a measure to bring foreign-flag The House of Repre Representative Carroll Hub­ Joseph Sacco spoke before cruise ships operating in U.S. coastal waters under the U.S.-flag, carrying sentatives by a wide majority bard (D-Ky.) said the bill is the House Coast Guard and American passengers. approved a bill to require all "essential to the protection of Navigation Subcommittee in These operations, known as "cruises-to-nowhere" be­ inland boatmen on vessels of our marine environment and March, informing the mem­ cause the ship goes in and out of the same U.S. port, are more than five gross tons to workers on inland vessels. bers about the "lack of unifornothing more than a loophole in the nation's coastwise between the obtain a Coast Guard-issued Significantly, both goals are mity shipping laws. requirements that must be accomplish^ at little or no merchant mariner document TTiis loophole allows a foreign-flag, foreign-crewed met by individuals employed cost to the federal govern­ (Z-card). The measure now ship to offer cruises in American coastal waters, setting on various vessels." Sacco will be taken up by the ment." sail from a U.S. city and then returning to the same U.S. Senate. Joining the Kentucky con­ pointed out that on Great city. Although the nation's coastwise maritime laws are Lakes and deep sea vessels, supposed to reserve the domestic trades for U.S.-flag, Presently, the majority of gressman in favor of the where all mariners hold docu­ American-owned, American-built and American-crewed men and women sailing legislation was Repre­ ments, human factors ac­ Michael Sacco ships, some cruise ship operators, in an effort to avoid aboard more than 3,300 tugs sentative Gerry Studds (D- count for approximately one U.S. safety laws and U.S. taxes, are using the loophole to and tows on the 25,777 miles Mass.), acting chairman of third of all accidents. operate foreign-flag vessels. of navigable waterways are the House Merchant Marine The so-called cruise-to-nowhere proponents say U.S. cabotage laws only Meanwhile, on inland ves­ exempt from holding Z- and Fisheries Committee. He cover vessels sailing between U.S. ports, not ships sailing in and out of the sels, where all crewmembers noted that the SlU-contracted cards. same U.S. port. do not carry Z-cards, human Crowley Maritime "already The message to these tax-evaders from the House of Representatives is During its debate on Sep­ requires all hands on its in­ factors account for more than "Enough." If a similar bill is passed by the Senate and OKed by the ad­ tember 9, the House voted for land vessels to be docu­ half of the accidents. "This ministration, it could stimulate an interest in American-flag passenger ships, an amendment to the bill, mented. By closing the loophole endangers the lives particularly those of the size that go on day trips. known as the Merchant loophole and requiring mer­ of every boatman working on Combined with the law enacted earlier this year which allows gaming ac­ Mariner Documentation Ex­ chant mariner documents on an inland vessel," Sacco said. tivities on U.S.-flag passenger ships, these two measures can bring millions of pansion Bill (H.R. 4394), ejc- inland vessels, we will in­ dollars to the U.S. treasury m die form of taxes, and provide employment op­ The bill received bipar­ tending the implementation portunities for thousands of American citizens. It also will assure Americans crease safety and environ­ sailing on passenger ships that those vessels meet stringent U.S. safety and in­ period. As passed, the Coast mental protection at the same tisan support when it was marked-up by subcommittee, spection r^uirements. Guard has two years to put the then the full House Merchant program into place, instead of time." American Jobs Funneled Overseas The SIU has been a strong Marine and Fisheries Com­ one as originally proposed. While we are encouraged by measures such as the ones I just mentioned proponent of the legislation. mittee, this summer before Speaking for H.R. 4394 which would create American jobs and bring badly needed funds to the Executive Vice President reaching the House floor. during the House debate. deficit-ridden U.S. treasury, there are other schemes out there that do the op­ posite. What is most shocking about one such scheme is that funds and functionaries of the U.S. government actively are involved in assisting American industries to transfer production operations overseas. This runaway partnership now is being exposed in the media—in a seg­ ment on 60 Minutes, the news television show on CBS, and on Ted Koppel's Nightline on ABC. The prospect that a nation­ reason for the delay in taking maritime labor unions In its September 28 show, 60 Minutes uncovered evidence of U.S. Agency al maritime reform policy up the bill. As yet, the $1.1 strongly backed the maritime for International Development monies being used to assist American will be adopted is fading as billion in U.S. government policy effort, said, 'Tf we run businessmen to locate plants in Honduras and El Salvador. A 60 Minutes Congress nears its adjourn­ funding required for the con­ out of time in this Congress, we producer, posing as an American businessman, was encouraged by several ment, scheduled for the tingency retainer program will work to have it raised first U.S. government officials to open a factory in Honduras, despite the fact that beginning of this month. has not been allocated. it would mean American workers would lose their jobs. thing in the next session." What is particularly outrageous is that top government officials in the The maritime initiative, The proposal also seeks to Sacco commended Card for Agency for International Development—^known as AID—openly are solicit­ originally proposed to Con­ allow U.S.-flag operators to his tireless efforts to promote ing American businesses to move and to take the jobs with ^em. If that were gress by Transportation use a tax-deferral program the program designed to not enough, the govermnent is offering these businesses hard cash in one Secretary Andrew Card and for the first time to purchase bolster U.S.-flag shipping. form or another to make the move. introduced in legislative form ships from anywhere in the The union president also by Senator John Breaux ID- world except for vessels built recognized the efforts of the The Loser Who's Still at It La.) and Representative Wal­ in foreign yards that are sub­ industry's supporters in Con­ Bob Quartel is a former member of the Federal Maritime Commission who ter Jones (D-N.C.), the sidized by their govemments. gress and said their work was left the position last April to seek a U.S. Senate seat from Florida. Prior to his respective chairmen of each In an effort to secure par­ critical in keeping maritime resignation, the Maritime Trades Department, AFL-CIO, had called on the chamber's merch^t marine tial funding for the reform president to remove Quartel from the spot as he had no concern for any of the committee, would help U.S.- program, Breaux offered an reform on the front burner. groups served by the FMC—U.S. shippers, U.S. shipping companies and American consumers. Rather, he used the agency as a platform to rail against flag operators acquire new amendment to the Fiscal vessels. the American maritime industry and American seamen and to promote Year '93 Defense Authoriza­ When Card unveiled the foreign operations. tion Bill on the Senate floor. Don C. Becker, publisher of the Journal of Commerce, the newspaper con­ Bush administration's plans The amendment was Readers will notice a n June during a hearing of sidered the bible of^the maritime industry, who is known as an objective and change in last month's withdrawn by Breaux after he Senate Merchant Marine deliberative analyst of the shipping sector, recently expressed his issue and this edition of strong objections were raised Subcommittee, he called for astonishment over something Bob Quartel said._ the Seafarers LOG. The by the Department of a contingency retainer pro­ tublisher said that LOG now is being printed Defense and key members of gram that would provide up that in a five-column format as the Armed Services Commit­ many Amencan seamen retused to go into tne guit luperation to ,74 commercial but opposed to the original tee. The Louisiana senator Shield/Desert Storm] and that only six U.S.-flag ships actually entered the militarily useful U.S.-flag war zone." Becker said Quartel told him, "I checked the facts; you can look it vessels with government vowed to continue his effort four-column style. up." payments ranging from $2.5 to achieve maritime reform This difference ex­ Becker said, "I was so astonished by this statement," that he asked several million per ship beginning through the remaining days pands the amount of news heads of U.S. shipping companies, who also were in attendance at the event, in 1994 and declining to of the Congress. and information on each to comment. All of the he shipping company executives whom Becker asked $1.6 million by 2000. page without increasing SIU President Michael ang. He also talked with recently retired U.S. Navy Vice said Quartel was wronj Securing the funds for this Sacco, who along with the the cost of the operation. Admiral and head of'Military Sealift Command dunng Operation Desert program appears to be the heads of seven other Shield/Desert Storm, Francis R. Donovan. Adm. Donovan said he'd not heard of any U.S. ships or crewmen refus­ Secret Bailot Votii'ng ing to go into the gulf," Becker reported. Volume 54. Number 10 October 1992 Becker said, "I must say Mr. Quartel's comments are indeed puzzling." Begins Novemtierr1 The fact is 80 percent of all materiel transported by sea was carried on The Seafarers LOG (ISSN 0160-2047) is InSIU'i Elections U.S.-flag ships. Eighty-one S.-flag ships owned by the government in its published monthly by the Seafarers Interna­ Balloting for can­ Ready Reserve Force or chartered by Mi itaty Sealin Command participated tional Union; Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and In­ didates seeking union in the massive sealift. Becker found after doing some checking that 62 U.S.land Waters District; AFL-CIO; 5201 Auth office takes place lag ships operated by American liner compames participated in Operation Way; Camp Springs, Md. 20746. Desert Shield/Desert Storm. He reported this in a September 30 column. from November 1 Telephone (301) 899-0675. Second-class All of these ships were crewed by American seamen. Many of them sailed through December postage paid at MSC Prince Georges, Md. in and out of the war zone. Some of them repeatedly. Hundreds of American 30,1992. seamen manned these ships. Not one incident occurred in which an American 20790-9998 and at additional mailing of­ Details of voting seaman refused to sail to the war zone, while the contrary is true of some fices. POSTMASTER: Send address chan­ procedures, a sample Foreign ships and foreign seamen. ges to the Seafarers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, ballot and the ap­ But what do facts matter to the likes of Bob Quartel? Camp Springs, Md. 20746. This most recent illustration of Quartel's blind hatred should eraSe any plicable section of the Communications Department Director and doubts that anyone had about his sincerity. He has exposed himself as the union's constitution jhoney he has always been. Editor, Jessica Smith; Assistant Editor, appear in a four-page The people of Florida showed good judgment when they voted him down Daniel Duncan; Associate Editor, Jordan feature. as a candidate for the U.S. Senate in this month's primary. At the very least, Biscardo; Associate Editor/Production, Pages 11-14 they have saved America a lot of grief. Deborah Hirtes; Art, Bill Brower. Lack of Funding, Time illiay Shekre Maritime Reform Package for New HkmtoRead • -J'A :'j-- .y �',"':'v OCTOBER 1002 AFL-CIO, Seafarers Back Clinton / Gere Ticket The MTD has asked the Bush/Quayle '92 campaign manager to withdraw a commercial which pictures a foreign-flag ship, as shown above, as the president talks about America as a "superpower." MTD Orges Recall OtBush Campaign Ad The Bush campaign immedi­ ately should pull its advertise­ ment which features a foreign-flag ship as the president stresses America's superpower status, said Michael Sacco, presi­ dent of the AFL-CIO Maritime Trades Department, made up of 42 affiliated unions representing 8.5 million workers in shipping and marine-related jobs. Sacco, in a communication to Fred Malek, campaign manager of the Bush/Quayle '92 opera­ tion, said he was "shocked" by the depiction of a Taiwanese-flag ship of Evergreen Marine Corp. to emphasize the president's plan to make America a "military su­ perpower," an "economic super­ power" and an "export superpower," as Bush said in the commercial. While the Bush campaign ac­ knowledged the error, claiming its ad agency used stock film footage without seeking details on the ship, it has left the adver­ tisement on the air. Sacco, who also serves as president of the SIU, said to con­ tinue to run the commercial "would simply compound the felony and perhaps indicate that it was not an error after all and that the use of foreign ships and foreign labor in your plans is cal­ culated policy." Noting the contradiction be­ tween the commercial's message ^nd the maritime reform initia­ tive, Sacco said, "you should know that the administration has been working with members of the Senate and House and both labor and management segments of the U.S. shipping industty in an effort to reverse the decline the American merchant marine has suffered over the past years." He reminded the Bush cam­ paign chairman of the "vital role which U.S.-flag, U.S.-owned and U.S.-manned shipping plays in our national security." Ironically, while U.S.-flag ships transported 80 percent of all gulf war materiel, "the Taiwainese shipping company shown in the commercial did not participate at all in the multi-na­ tion Persian Gulf effort," he pointed out. As the LOG went to press, the Bush campaign had not pulled the advertisement. Nor had Bush campaign manager Malek responded to Sacco's request. Citing the economically dis­ astrous results of the ReaganBush era, as well as Arkansas Governor Bill Clinton's sound plan for recovery, the AFL-CIO's General Board last month over­ whelmingly voted to endorse presidential candidate Clinton and his running mate.Senator Al­ bert Gore Jr. (D-Tenn.). The Seafarers joined in the vir­ tually unanimous vote backing the Clinton/Gore ticket when the vote was held at the general board meeting, which consists of delegates from the AFL-CIO's 88 affiliated national unions repre­ senting 13,680,894 workers. The meeting took place September 3 in Washington, D.C. Organized labor arrived at its view after considering the Bush/Quayle administration's Democratic presidential nominee Bill Clinton talks with SIU Executive record on the economy. The labor Vice President Joseph Sacco. federation noted that hundreds of thousands of American jobs have scabs when the workers go on spending (as a percentage of per­ sonal income) has changed little been lost, and more than 10 mil­ strike. , Moreover, real income in the since '79, while during the past lion people are out of work. This failure to produce jobs— U.S. is at its lowest point since several yeiars Arkansas has en­ after Bush's 1988 promise to cre­ 1963. The average weekly joyed greater relative income ate 30 million new jobs for jaycheck now buys 7.2 percent growth than the U.S. as a whole. Further, despite claims to the Americans—is compounded by ess than it did 12 years ago, but Bush administration trade the pay for top executives has contrary by Bush, the relative size policies that encourage the trans­ tripled during that same period. of government in Arkansas has This compares to Governor been shrinking under Clinton, fer of manufacturing to foreign Clinton's performance in a state rather than growing. countries. Clinton, on hand to thank or­ The unions also expressed dis- which from the outset has many satisfaction with the Bush disadvantages, including the fact ganized labor for its endorse­ reaffirmed his administration's general anti- that it is located in the country's ment, "commitment to working men poorest region. Yet Clinton, worker view, citing the veto of a bill which would have allowed a governor for 12 of the past 14 and women... and to the forgot­ worker to take unpaid leave when years, developed an economic ten middle class." He contrasted a child is bom or when family program for Arkansas which has his "high-wage, high-growth, allowed that state to surpass na­ high-opportunity" economic members need care. proposals with the "hard-work, Other sore spots include the tional growth averages. For example, non-farm low-wage, low-growth" record of lack of a national health care policy (the U.S. is one of two employment in Arkansas grew by President Bush. Clinton, who twice has been industrialized nations in the 24 percent from 1979 to 1991, voted by his fellow governors as compared with 20 percent nation­ world which does not have na­ tional health care), the cutting of wide. Since 1988, Arkansas the most effective chief executive workplace safety regulations and boasts a non-farm job growth of in the nation, has promised tosign continued opposition to a bill that 11.5 percent—compared with a bill which would ban permanent would ban the practice of firing just one percent nationally. The state's overall taxing and workers and replacing them with Continued on page 20 F- "1 U.S. Taxpayer Monies Pay For Job Export Schomos While more than 10 million Americans are out of work, a U.S. government agency is providing funding and assistance to American businesses which are transfer­ ring production overseas. There has been no attempt by the Bush administration to halt the use of funds from the U.S. Agency for International Development (AID) in promoting job ex­ port schemes. But the matter now is before the public as a result of television coverage in a September 28 60Minutes segment and in a September 30 broadcast of Nightline. Outcry over the use of U.S. taxpayers' dollars to assist businesses relocate off shore has been swift. "If this nation is to survive, it must stop this flow of jobs from the United States to other countries," SIU President Michael Sacco said. "The Agency for International Development over the years has demonstrated it is not working for the in­ terest of the United States and its citizens. This is the same agency which over the years has repeatedly violated the nation's cargo preference laws," the Seafarers president stated. (Cargo preference laws require that a certain percentage of govern­ ment-impelled cargoes be carried on U.S.flag ships.) Sacco added, "Perhaps the govemment should re-establish AID as the Agency for National Development." What the investigative reports on these news programs show is that U.S. taxpayer monies have been funneled by AID to foreign promotional groups which lure American businesses to low-wage countries in Central America and Asia. Ads Lure Flight Among the ways the dollars have been used are to underwrite advertisements in trade journals promoting the low wages paid to workers in Central American and the Caribbean Basin and fund the construc­ tion of industrial parks where American manufacturers can move after closing their U.S. plants. One of the most notorious ads was one printed in a textile-industry magazine praising "Quality, industriousness and reliability is what El Salvador offers you!" It features a woman at a showing machine producing "apparel for U.S. markets" who can be hired "for 57 cents an hour" in the 1990 version and "for 33 cents an hour" one year later. TTie ads were paid by FUSADES (the Salvadoran Foundation for Econoniic and Social Development), which in turn receives funds from the AID—a total of _ _ _ Ads such as these, put out by foreign businessmen's groups financed by U.S. govemment Continued onpage 20 money, urge /Vmerican businesses to transfer production facilities overseas. i IfteV �OCWRER1992 4 SEAFARERSLOG r,/;. feiS''-::-;:Seafarers Meet Robert Koppel, Paul Griirin, Langford and Rich Gray and SA Paul Grady and J. Hail, Chief Eduardo Tomas. SlU members aboard the Pumpman Steve Anderson, I^ QMEDs George Owens and Navajo included ABs Frederick Paul Happel, Chief Steward L. Smailey and Bart Soils, Typhoon Hammers Guam Oram, Chief Cook E. Loret, Steward/Baker Robert Burdine On August 28, Typhoon Omar Cook and Baker Yvonne De- and Cook and Baker Miguel Orand its 155-mph wind gusts ham- Sllva, Messmen Peggy menita. mraed Guam. Fewer than 100 in­ juries and only one fatuity were 'J',:- \ ^ ' reported—a Guam civilian dier after being struck by falling debris. But the Pacific island, home to 135,000 residents including more than 21,000 U.S. military person­ nel or dependents, sustained ap.' /T. proximately a half-billion AP World Wide Photo dollars' worth of damage. Like The island of Kauai, damaged from the high winds and rain o parts of Hawaii, Guam was -•' i'. Hurricane Iniki, temporarily will be removed as a port of call for declared a disaster area. SlU-crewed passenger ships, the Independence and Constitution. Within hours after Omar ravaged the island. Military '•'^^-::Pp''i.': , "; Responding to separate storms Hawaii—SlU-contracted Sea- Sealift Command vessels arrived -vjs; i-7 which battered Hawaii and Guam, Land Service and Matson to provide supplies and assis­ ' ' ' Seafarers sailed ships out of harm's Navigation Co.—appeared un­ tance. Among the ships which way and then provided supplies scathed by the hurricane, the took part in the initial aid opera­ j and other aid for the victims. Journal of Commerce reported. tions were the MV 1st Lt. Jack In Hawaii, the SlU-crewed SS (The unlicensed positions on Mat- Lummus and the fleet tug USNS Independence and SS Constitu­ son vessels are manned by mem­ Navajo, both manned by tion took different courses of ac­ bers of the SIUNA affiliated Seafarers. • • '•'• A K tion to avoid damage from unions—AGLIWD for the galley The Lfimmus brought 23 large Hurricane Iniki, which struck crew; Sailors' Union of the Pacific, mobile water storage tanks, four Food and other supplies collected by Seafarers In the Brooklyn, N.Y. most of the islands September 12. deck gang; and Marine Firemen's water-making plants and 40 gen­ hall are received by SlU Pensioner Pedro Mena, his grandsons Paul The Constitution sailed out of Union for the engine department erators to the island. The Navajo and Ettiene, AB Ron Mena, Mrs. Judith Mena (Pedro's wife) and granddaughter Jasmine^ Nawiliwili, Kauai—the island members.) assisted the USS White Plains in More than one month has assistance and then to other trade which took the brunt of the Along with military vessels, getting free from mud, sand and storm—early that morning and the commercial shipping lines crushed coral after the Navy passed since Hurricane Andrew unionists in the disaster-struck travelled to a safe area, while the transported food, drinlang water, supply ship went aground. rampaged through Florida and areas. ,f.V.,'V. Independence safely remained tents and other relief to Kauai. Wiper Ernesto Mardones' SlU members aboard the Lwm- Louisiana, but recovery is far docked in Kahului, Maui. Meanwhile, barges brought mus during these events included from complete. home was declared unfit for Both the Independence and the telegraph poles and heavy cables Bosun Kelly Devine, ABs Accordingly, the SlU last habitation after Andrew hit the Constitution, cruise ships operated to the badly damaged island so month continu^ its support of dwelling in Homestead, Fla. The by American Hawaii Cruises, that communication could be re­ the relief effort. First, supplies 72-year-old Mardones told SlU sailed to Honolulu the next day and established between Kauai and were donated by Seafarers from Port Representative Ambrose 4 j. • began temporary schedules which the other islands. the ports of Jacksonville, Fla. and Cucinotta, who is based in Dania, do not include stops at Kauai. A Iniki rendered homeless at Vew York. Then, the Baltimore Fla., that his home sustained company spokesperson said the least 8,000 of Kauai's 52,000 'ort Council of the Maritime $63,000 in damage. slightly altered schedules will people. Many citizens remained Trades Department donated Home Rendered 'Unlivable' remain in effect until Kauai "is in homes which were badly $2,000 to the AFL-ClO's Hur­ Similarly, pensioner Pedro ready to accept visitors." damaged and which had no water ricane Relief Fund. Mena faces the task of repairing Like the cruise ships, the two or electricity. From the Lundeberg School, his suburban Miami home. It was major container carriers serving Officials reported three deaths upgraders, trainees and staff rendered unlivable by the hur­ members donated a truckload of ricane. items such as paints, hardware, Overall, Andrew destroyed or haby food and diapers. The damaged 117,000 homes in school also hopes to collect Florida and 14,000 in Louisiana. U.S. Representative Walter $2,500 in donations for the hur­ A quarter of a million people Jones (D-N.C.), the chairman of ricane victims. were left homeless. the House Merchant Marine and Donations of useful items for The hurricane caused an es­ Fisheries Committee, succumbed victims of Hurricane Andrew still timated $20 billion in damage in to pneumonia September 15. He he 1st Lt. Jack Lummus are being collected at all SlU Florida and $1.5 billion in was 79 years old. 1 ransported supplies to victims of halls. The materials collected will Louisiana. Fifty-two people died Jones, who was not seeking Guam's Typhoon Omar. go first to Seafarers who need the due to the storm. re-election and was set to retire from Congress at the end of the year, had led since 1981 the House of Representatives com­ mittee that oversees the U.S.-flag The House of Representatives The bill, approved by a voice quire that all vessels departing merchant marine and fishing in­ approved and sent to the Senate vote, is designed to close a U.S. ports to engage in voyages to dustries, the Coast Guard, legislation that would eliminate loophole in the Passenger Vessel nowhere will have to be U.S. flag, wildlife conservation and the foreign-flag cruises-to-nowhere Act of 1886, the passenger U.S. owned and U.S. built," ocean's continental shelf. He first by vessels operating from U.S. equivalent of the 1920 Jones Act Davis added. was elected to Congress in a spe­ ports. Cruises-to-nowhere in­ which limits commerce between U.S. Representative Gerry cial election in 1966. Rep. Walter Jones volve ships that depart American two U.S. ports to U.S.-built and Studds (D-Mass.), the acting chair­ Jones was a strong proponent ports—loaded with U.S. citizens man of the House Merchant of the U.S.-flag merchant marine. }ase of our defense and foreign as passengers—and sail past the U.S.-flagged vessels. Over the years, administrative Marine and Fisheries Committee, trade policies." Following the territorial limits to allow gam­ decisions by the U.S. Customs Maritime Loses a Friend told the House several of the war, he strongly supported egisbling. They return later in the day Service allowed the foreign-flag foreign-flag operators are making "With Congressman Jones' death, the maritime industry has lation to include money for sealifr without docking at another operators to sail the cmise-to- plans to convert their ships to fly the lost a good friend who certainly in Defense Department ap­ domestic or foreign port. nowhere vessels, which usually American flag should the bill pass. was aware of the needs of the U.S. propriations. U.S. Representative Gene feature entertainment, dining and "H.R. 5257 creates jobs for Studds Is Acting Chairman Taylor (D-Miss.), who introduced gambling. shipping sector and its impor­ U.S. shipyards and seagoing tance to the country's security The congressman also served the U.S.-Flag Passenger Vessel Act In speaking for the bill, U.S. workers," Studds said on the and national defense," SlU Presi­ in the North Carolina General As­ of 1992 (H.R. 5257), told his col­ Representative Robert Davis (Rfloor. "It also ensures that dent Michael Sacco said. "He sembly and Senate from 1955 to leagues during the floor debate on Mich.), the ranking minority House these vessels, which transport worked constantly to upgrade the 1966. He was mayor of September 22, "It is a lot more flian member of the House Merchant millions of American citizens, are U.S. fleet, although there have been Farmville, N.C. from 1949 to just tacking an Amoican flag on M^ne and FisheriesCommittee, subject to full safety inspections times when this was done under 1953. He is survived by his wife, the stem of a vessel. pointed out that charter boats by the U.S. Coast Guard." very difficult circumstances." "It says that the ship was made which take passengers out into Elizabeth Fischer Jones; two Earlier this year, the Congress Long before Iraq invaded children, Walter Jr. and DotDee; in America; it is ere wed by the ocean on a fishing trip are passed and President George Kuwait in August 19W, which and four grandchildren. Americans; it pays American cor­ covered by the Passenger Vessel Bush signed into law legislation initiated the transfer of American Shortly after being hospital­ porate taxes; it lives by the U.S. Act. However, he stated, if a ves­ that allows gambling on U.S.-flag troops and materiel to Saudi ized in August, Jones had asked Coast Guard standards, which are sel takes passengers from an passenger vessels. President Arabia, Jones called for a build­ U.S. Representative Gerry Studds the highest standards for safety in American port out into the ocean f.: Bush has threatened to veto the up of the U.S. merchant fleet. (D-Mass.) to run the committee. the world; and it lives by stand­ for a dinner cruise or a day of bill to close the cruise-toSpeakinjg at the 1984 Seafarers Studds is expected to be named ards set by our predecessors over entertainment, the Customs Ser­ bitemational Union convention, the committee's chairman by his 200years ago when they reserved vice says the Passenger Vessel nowhere loophole. He said he op­ he told the delegates, "A strong colleagues when the 102nd Con­ coastwide commerce for Act does not apply to that boat. poses expansion of U.S. cabotage laws to include the cruise-toAmericans." merchant marine is at the very gress convenes in January. "H.R. 5257 will ultimately re­ nowhere trade. and about 100 injuries lesultec from the hurricaiie, which caus^ at least a billion dollars in damages. ipii; InBB: L-. • ! ' >' 'BrathertuHMl of ihe Sea^ Raises Funds, Supplies •• mm-i U.S. Rep. Walter Jenes Dies House Votes to Close Cabotage Loophole If; i •I .f �OCTOBER 1992 SEAFARERS LOG 5 Foreign Rustbuckets Endanger Communities,Crews T here are hundreds and hundreds of ships in the world's fleet that simply are accidents waiting to happen. These vessels are old, veritable rustbuck­ ets. These vessels are not responsible to any nation and its regulatory regime—they operate under runaway flags. These vessels are likely to be bulk carriers, tankers or general cargo ships. Many of these vessels already have wreaked havoc on port communities around the world, polluting their waters, ramming coastwise vessels, damaging marine equipment. These foreign-flag rustbuckets have caused the death of thousands of seamen. Some nations have recognized the danger these flagof-convenience ships—^responsible to no government— pose to the port communities where the ships load and unload their cargo. European nations, Canada, Australia, among others, are on the lookout for runaway-flag ships, easily identified by their sub-stand­ ard condition. The Canadian coast guard announced earlier this year it would begin inspecting every 40,000 to 100,000 bulkers older than 10 years entering its waters if it was from one of the following registers: Panama, Liberia, Bahamas, Malta, Cyprus, Iran and the Philippines. The Canadian coast guard pegged its inspections to ships under these flags, the first four of which are the world's major flag-of-convenience operations, because of the consistently poor safety record of ships in these registers. The Norwegian government, sturig by public outcry 'er several groundings eroundir of foreign-flag tankers off its over shores, has tightened its inspection regime of ships entering its coastal waters. In particular, the Nor­ wegians distrust Panamanian-flag and Maltese- flag ships as Norwegian inspectors have found vessels in these runaway registers to consistently have substan­ dard conditions. Half Have Defects Further evidence of the deteriorating state of ships and the dangers posed by foreignrflag vessels is found in a report of a group of 15 European nations which coordinates inspections of ships entering European coastal waters. In a report released this summer, the Secretariat of the Memorandum of Understanding on Port State Con­ trol, based in the Netherlands, pointed out that maritime safety regulations traditionally have been promulgated and enforced by the nation in which a ves­ sel is registered. But with the rise of foreign-flag registers, this safety regime has broken down, stated the secretariat. In their inspection of ships entering European ports, the secretariat found that 45.58 percent of the vessels— 6,554 ships—^reviewed had safety problems. These ships registered 25,930 defects. More than 5 percent of inspect^ vessels—525 ships—^had to be detained. In one year the following number of vessels from these runaway registers were detained due to the mag­ nitude of their safety violations: Panama 64, Cyprus 57, Malta 55, Liberia 35, Bahamas 28, Honduras 16, Antigua and Barbuda 13. Sixty Percent Dangerous In 1990, the Australian maritime safety authority detained 60 percent of all foreign ships it inspected be­ cause of poor safety equipment or structural defects. Last month, the police inspecting ships at the port of Hamburg and Hbe l^ver area of Gennany reports a shaip rise in collisions—82 last year. TTie primary culprits, they said, are Panamanian-flag and Cyprus-flag ships with poorly trained officers and faulty engines. Accident data compiled by Lloyd's of London indi­ cates flag-of-convenience vessels are twice as likely as a vessel under a developed nation's flag to have accidents. The danger these runaway-flag ships pose is im­ mense. There are more than 5,500 runaway registry ships plying the high seas. Close to half the world's tanker fleet operates under flag-of-convenience registers. More than 1,500 bulkers and 2,200 general cargo ships are in the runaway fleet. The bulk fleet in particular is aging. More than 34 percent of the bulk fleet is over 15 years of age. While bulkers only make up 7 percent of Ae world's com­ bined fleet, they account for 57 percent of the accidents. The runaway register has become an income-gener­ ator for financially impoverished governments. As such, the likelihood is that they will continue to flourish. With income as its purpose, these flag-of-con­ venience registries demonstrate little concem for in­ spection and safety standards or for working condi­ tions for crewmembers. Take for example the Mauritius register, which recently has been put in place. Mauritius does not in­ tend to employ any maritime inspectors. It claims shipowners can police themselves. As runaway registers proliferate, each one hawking its wares to sldpowners around the world, any minimal conditions imposed by such registers become a hand­ icap in drive to attract ships. Surveyors In Trouble Standards have become so bad, that the major Clas­ sification societies, which are in essence organizations paid by shipowners to inspect their vessels, have said they would tighten up their requirements. Yet, while major classification societies talk about tightening up their acts, a number of smaller classifica­ tion societies have cropped up which offer the shipowner less stringent inspection procedures and. which will look the other way instead of demanding ex­ pensive repairs. The major classification societies, faced with mount­ ing costs and bad publicity, report they have weeded out the riff-raff from their rolls. This year, Lloyd's Register says 265 ships have left its ranks, 85 of which were asked to leave. American Bureau of Shipping dropped 338 ships for non-compliance with class rules. Insurance Groups Skeptical Marine insurance underwriters, however, have be­ come skeptical of certificates issued by even the most highly reputable classification societies. Faced with big claims on their cash reserves, i underwriters now are now conducting dieir own ship surveys. Despite the fact that classification societies and marine insurance groups have taken some steps to cull out substandard ships, there is plenty of opportunity for such vessels to find shelter in one of the many runaway-flag registers. The very same ships which have failed to meet the standards of one classification society are likely to sur­ face under another name, another registry, calling on ports throughout the world. It is precisely these ships that will appear in tomor­ row's headlines about some major shipping accident. VL|- V . r- • " •• f ; • Crewmembers Bear Brunt Of World's Deteriorating Shipping Standards Last year 1,204 seamen died as a result of ship accidents, most of which involved flag-ofconvenience ships. Additionally, thousands of seamen suffer(^ countless indig­ nities—starvation, working arrangements amounting to indentured servitude and nightmarish shipboard condi­ tions. Every year, the world's seamen sailing aboard flag-ofconvenience ships pay with their lives and with their human dignity the price of substandard shipping. Seamen on foreign-flag ships, often selected from the world's most exploited labor pools, easily are abused by the runaway-flag operator. Many seamen are not paid. Some receive only a portion of promised wages. Many are kept on board for several more months than originally planned, In numerous instances, very lit­ tle food is rationed. Often, the seamen receive no training. Seamen In Limbo Responsibility for these abuses is handed off between manning agents, charterers, ship managers, shipowners and runaway-registry repre­ sentatives. The result is that breign seamen are left in limbo with no party in the shipping lusiness responsible for their welfare. The following summaries of incidents reported by insprctors of the International Transport Workers Federation (TTF) are not unusual on foreign-flag ships. Oceania The Latin American crew on board the Cyprus-registered Oceanid, which was owned by a Greek company, sailed from India to the UK on a voyage in 1991. Rations for the crew during the trip consisted of a handful of rice and a potato each. The only drinking water available to the crew was an old rusty oil drum used to catch rainwater. Arus/i/and Dillni Two Sri Lankan-flag ships, the Arushi and the Dilini, in 1991 were detained by British authorities for unseaworthiness. The Finnish owners abandoned the ships and crewmembers, who were owed $140,000 in back wages. Both ships were ar­ rested and put up for auction. The Dilini was reportedly sold for scrap, and the crew only received 75 percent of their money. In fact, the Dilini wasn't scrapped—^it was bought by its owners, who dodged their debts and re-registered the ship as the Norina under the Honduran flag. Most recently, the ship has been held up by Swedish Maritime Safety In­ spectors who found that the steering gear-bearings were badly worn, fire-extinguishers were broken, lifesaving equip­ ment was missing and hatches, fuel and ballast tanks all had leaks. The ship did not have a £•• 'M First under the Antigua and Barbuda-flag, then hastily switched to another runaway register, the Peter, now the Swan I, Is owned by Germans who have stiffed the Filipino crewmembers of wages. This Is a typical foreign-flag ship story. classification society certificate. In the spring the ship, which should have been scrapped, was purchased by a Latvian com­ pany. LttsaN. In March The Cypriot-flag Litsa N., limped into a German port aftei^what must have been a perilous Atlantic crossing from New Orleans for its crew of 17 Russian and Polish mariners. The Litsa N. 's hull was defective and letting in water. The ship's rail, the com­ panion way^ and the hatch Cypriot-flag Litsa N. should have been scrapped. Instead It was sold covers were all rusted through to a Latvian company. and could give way at any mo­ ment. Both the firefighting and it was released after the owners number that changes daily. lifesaving equipment on board While on the run from the promised major repairs. were inadequate. The ship's seamen's back pay claims, the Peter lifeboats were corroded and one vessel owner changed the name The German-owned, 23 year of the ship to the Swan I and of them had a large hole. The old Antigua and Barbuda-flag fresh water supply was con­ switched registers to that of St. taminated with oil. The Litsa N. Peter was manned by Filipinos Vincent in April 1992. The also was an environmental dis- hired through a British crewing owners also attempted to stiff agent. The seamen were owned the crewmembers out of their aster,idischarging large quan­ wages. The vessel owners said tities of oil and bilge water trans^rtation back to Manilla, mixed with oil while at sea. The the funds had to come from the promising airline tickets that ship literally was held together charter. Bolivar Navigation, never materialized. The ITF did by rust. It was detained when it whose agent has no permanent secure the seamen's transporta­ arrived in Germany. However, address and a mobile phone tion funds. i '• U • - -/ .j .1. ' <• .i �I s7>^: •. ••u?i--i.'.. :•;/• ; -,>• •: wm&-^ eSllsr.'-':, - .i:v. ..'"•'^••Ai.'if'''' ^--.iv,^. - J , •• -, • •-• -Ms® mm-'.-:::: -•r' •••^i4' '•. •'.. • ,,'4',', :•", ^f'^"'' ' " P^:V-^44--:',444.. ^4"V '': 4''f''-' ':|l\ -•• • "'4,-;.-''.,' ••• i "I, ••: '.. • -iv' ';! s. •^ -y- • .:•• If- Ifes'S• 'ri ' ; its. .'"•if•^- " !:t. SlU to Man IWo New Rhrerboats Elaborate PaMlewheeler Altatt Belle le Censtvct Planned by Delta Queen IfBOO-Passenger Vessel a Frank Paladino, SNIHQRep, Dies of Cancer to ride at one time, more than triple the present boat's capacity It also will feature sit-down bar areas on all three decks. The future Alton Belle wil dock at the SlU-crewed Alton Landing barge, which features a restaurant, buffet and bar for guest use before and after cruises When the new boat arrives, the Frank Paladino present vessel will be taken out of service. Company officials said it SIU Headquarters Repre­ probably would be^sold ant sentative Frank Paladino passed away September 10 after a long moved to another location. John T. Conners, the bout with cancer. He was 52. A native of Brooklyn, N.Y., partnership's chief operating of­ Paladino worked for the SIU for America's newest paddlewheeler is on the drawing board at the Delta ficer, told the press during the more than 30 years. He worked in Queen Steamboat Company. anniversary celebration and un­ the union's data center from 1961 veiling of the artist's rendition of Plans are under way for the link to the golden age of steam. until the mid-1970s, and the SIU the new vessel, "This is a very The o/America will be SlU-contracted Delta Queen still is using many of the software moving day for me. We have no Steamboat Company to build the built with a covered deck utilizing applications which he designed. employees; we are one big fami­ biggest, most elaborate pad swings and rocking chairs. How­ In the late 1970s, Paladino ly. Confidence and triist have dlewhfeel steamboat ever to sai ever, it also will feature modem joined the SIU executive staff and made this a success." on America's rivers, the New Or­ amenities—^like a swimming pool began working out of headquarters leans-based company announced and elevators—as are found on Our employees are the in Brooklyn. When the SIU moved Futuristic Riverboat last month. ocean-going ships. strength of this operation," added its headquarters to Piney Point, Md. "Financing is already arranger Unlike the present vessel Tom Long, chief financial of­ in 1982, he followed. Paladino Englneroom on View for the project," according to a which was adapted to look like an ficer. "Without them, there would wore many administrative hats The proposed riverboat will old-fashioned riverboat, the new press statement issued by the com­ be no Alton Belle, from then until his passing. He ser­ pany. The projected construction offer cabins that open onto Alton Belle will feature a sleek, Long went on to say the new costs are between $50 and $60 mil­ promenade decks like those on aerodynamic look. "I haven't riverboat is being built "to remain viced and negotiated contracts for the SlU's inland division, as well as lion. Bids are expected to go to the Delta Queen. The design of seen anything like that on the competitive. We want to remain for the SlU-affiliated United In­ the vessel will allow passengers shipyards in the fail. river," noted Deckhand Jeff one step ahead and succeed at it. dustrial Workers. to observe the engineroom at Tentatively called the Belle of Zeller. "It's going to take a lot of He worked as a liaison be­ In its first year on the Missis­ America, the 425-foot, six-deck work, as does the Delta Queen. people by surprise." One of the highlights on the tween headquarters and the SIU's sippi River, the Alton Belle drew vessel is expected to begin opera­ Belle will be the (^and Saloon. It Lundeberg School. Besides the name and the more than 8(X),(XX) passengers. It tions in the summer of 1994. Like is being designed to look like a crew, the only other thing the two sails several times each day, taking its sister ships, the Delta Queen 'He'll Be Missed' and Mississippi Queen, the Belle miniature opera house that could boats will have in common is passengers on 90-minute cruises At a graveside service for of America will cruise the Missis­ have been found in a small three decks for gambling. The north of Alton on the Mississippi Brother Paladino, SIU President sippi and Ohio rivers as well as Tosperous river town in the late new craft will be longer (by 55 River. Revenues of $45.5 million Michael Sacco recalled his good 800s, the company's release feet) and slightly wider, which more than doubled the company's several of their tributaries. work in behalf of the uniop- "No noted. The Grand Saloon will fea­ will allow up to 1,400 passengers original first-year estimates. Capable of carrying 420 over­ detail was too small for Frank." ture a tall proscenium stage, night passengers, the Belle of Sacco reminisced about Brother framed by a decorated archway America will increase the Paladino's good nature and and flanked by private box seats. capacity for the company fleet by cooperative spirit. "We will miss The Delta Queen is the smaller 70 percent. It will be the first new him," he said. steam-powered riverboat built in and older of the two boats already in service by the company. It was 'Frank was a hard worker and the U.S. in almost 20 years. )uilt in 1926 to move people and a likeable guy," added retired SIU Designers for the pad­ Vice President Contracts Angus dlewheeler studied historic supplies between San Francisco Red" Campbell, who worked photographs and archival and Sacramento, Calif., carries a with Paladino for many years. materi^s related to other river- crew of 80 people and was named boats to recreate a late 19th cen­ a National Historic Landmark in Paladino served in the Navy tury look for the vessel. "We 1989. The Mississippi Queen fom 1958 to 1959. He was buried made the decision to incorporate started sailing in 1976. It has a at the Seafarers Haven Cemetery what is basically 19th century crew of 165 people. in Piney Point, Md. He is survived The Delta Queen Steamboat technology in the design of the )y his brother, Mike, Paladino, new boat because it is true to our Co. was founded in 1890. Once SIU port agent at the port of Norcompany's river heritage," }uilt and under way, the Belle of blk, Va., and by three daughters: Patrick Fahey, company presi­ America will be the 30th steamboat Artist's rendition of the new vessel was unveiled during the first Theresa, 28; Maryanne, 24; and dent, said "We're the last living owned or operated by die firm. anniversary celebration of the Alton Belle Riverboat Casino. Renee, 21. SIU crewmembers aboard the Alton Belle Riverboat Casino sait they could not wait to work on a proposed new riverboat, unveilec last month during the casino's first-year anniversary celebra­ tion. Deckhand Lonnie Partridge told a reporter for the Seafarers LOG after seeing an artist's con­ ception, "She's beautiful. That is going to be nice. We can't wait for it to get here." Approximately 100 more people will be employed when the new riverboat is expected to begin operations in May 1993. The vessel, which will assume the Alton Belle name when it goes into service, will triple the size of the original casino, which sails from Alton, 111., near St. Louis. The 220-foot craft is under con­ struction in Jacksonville, Fla. Long Beach COIKHM! lAe Queen Mary Stays Ihiett v'- • ». • /'. fTi''" • -r- ,i,, m.r oermeRim SEAFJUiERSLOG '-v,.- !.-*j'..,-'• •.•••'•J-"' Members of the Seafarers-af­ Workers (UIW) won a "tremen­ that of the local newspaper, the and ask the council what they filiated United Industrial dous victory" September 29 when UIW crafted a coalition of labor, were doing in selling the ship," the Long Beach (Calif.) City business, tourism and civic offi­ Edney recalled. Council voted to keep the famed cials to urge the council to keep Council Votes 7-2 Queen Mary docked in the the former Cunard luxury liner in On the day of the vote, more southern California city. Long Beach, where it has been for than 300 flag-waving UIW mem­ 20 years. "This is one of the greatest vic­ bers ftom the Queen Mary packed tories in this area in a long time," Thousands Support Effort the meeting room. The hearing Steve Edney, the UIW's national The first step was a citywide lasted more than sue hours before director, told the Seafarers LOG. petition drive in which thousands the 7-2 vote was cast to keep the "Much of the city was mobilized of residents placed their signa­ vessel. against the mayor, who wanted to tures in support of keeping the Walt Disney p). is die diird sell the ship to foreign interests. tourist attraction known around company to operate the Queen The council overrode die wishes of the mayor and voted to keep the the world. Next, supporters at­ Mary Hotel since it opened. The tended city council meetings to entertainment company had jobs." let their feelings be known. planned to build a theme park on More than 1,200 jobs were The coalition kept the pressure the land around die vessel but had pending the outcome of the vote. on by publicizing in newspaper, "The UIW and the rest of or­ radio rind television news reports to drop the idea when the state did Union Representative Wadena ganized labor spearheaded theef­ not approve it. In March, Disney Arlndin (left) seeks more signa­ fort to save the Queen Mary," what the effects of losing the announced it would not renew its Queen Mary would be to local lease, which ended September 30. tures while a Long Beach resident signs a petition to keep the Queen Edney said. In overcoming tihe tourism. "We had one lady come "The whole staff and all of our Ma/ydocked in Long Beach, Calif. opposition of the mayor as well ^ all the way from Pennsylvania members got behind this effort to save the Queen Mary and did their parts," Edney said. "There are countless people who helped the committee of Bud Rymer, Ruth Fernandez, Frank Gill, Bob Voden, Wadena Arindin, Irma Ramirez and Margarita Al­ varez." Famed Ship The UIW will work with the city council to allow card-playing for stakes—the only legalized gambling except for parimutuels in California—on the Queen Mary in order to bring more busi­ ness to the complex and city. The 1,020-foot liner sailed from 1936 to 1967 when it was purchased by the city. During World War n, it served as a troop carrier. The UIW began represei|iting workers at the 365-room Queen Mary Hotel in 1970. T»V M .411 �OCfOBER 1992 SEAFARERS LOG 7 Tanker Seafarers Must Hold Benzene-Clearance Cards After Nov.ly SIU Members Claiming Jobs on Tank Vessels Will Show Proof of Blood, Respiratory Tests 13- P-:rPi- ',"" ''/ .-;v,.,t' ."„ ' ;-'i' .•.V|•''}' After November 1, Seafarers often carry benzene or substances Seafarer to take the benzene-re­ who ship on a tanker or tank ves­ containing benzene. lated tests at the nearest clinic. sel will be required to hold docu­ This year, federal regulations Additionally, if a member comes ments indicating they have been went into effect which require to the union hall to sign up for his cleared to work with and around operators of such vessels to pro­ or her annual physical, the |the chemical benzene and vide protective equipment to any Seafarer—if he or she intends to products containing benzene. seamen handling benzene or ben­ ship on tankers—also should sign DATE The new shipping rule is zene-containing materials. up for the benzene-related tests. designed to protect Seafarers A key part of this shipboard After meeting the Coast from the health risks posed by exposure-prevention equipment Guard-mandated physical re­ exposure to benzene. is a mask. In order to wear the quirements determined by taking , -"Tm, The Seafarers Appeals mask and use it effectively, the the two tests, the Seafarer will be Board's recently enacted ship­ wearer must be able to breathe issued a yellow benzene ping rule requires that when a well. This is the reason why any clearance card. His or her clinic Se^arer throws in for a tanker individual working around ben­ card will indicate the tests have job, he or she must present the zene or benzene-related products been taken, and the member also dispatcher with documents in­ must demonstrate respiratory will receive a written statement. The special benzene clearance dicating he or she has met the health by taking the pulmonary card is yellow. The yellow card The benzene clearance card will be issued to members after they Coast Guard-mandated physical test. The federal regulations note will be given to the member after have taken the blood count test (CBC) and the breathing test (PFT). criteria to work on vessels carry­ ing benzene or benzene-contain­ that minimizing contact with ben­ he or she has demonstrated Evidence of having passed the benzene-related tests will be neces­ ing products and that he or she is zene is important because short- through the results of the blood sary when claiming a job on a tanker after November 1. in physical shape to wear protec­ term exposure to the chemical has test and breathing test that he or In the PFT test, the member sail on containerships, dry been found to cause light-headed- she is in physical shape to work tive masks. blows through a tube into a bulkers and other benzene-free While the benzene-related ness and irritation to the eyes, on a vessel carrying benzene or machine that registers his or her ships. documents are not needed at the nose and respiratory tract. Long- benzene-related products. breathing capacity. This test, re­ Coast Guard Requirements Also, the Seafarers clinic card time of registration, they are re­ term exposure to benzene can quired every thiw years, deter­ The Coast Guard is charged quired at the time of claiming a result in various blood disorders has be«n updated so that the front job on a tanker. Seafarers ship­ ranging from anemia, a low red of the document indicates mines the type of respirator a with investigating tankers and ping on containerships or dry blood cell count, to leukemia, a whether or not the member has member has to wear when han­ tank barges to see that only ben­ taken the CBC and PFT tests and dling or working ^ound benzene. zene-cleared personnel are work­ bulkers or certain other types of fatal cancer of the blood cells. A Seafarer who shows little or ing in benzene-restricted areas. been cleared to work around benvessels do not have to hold ben­ Two Medical Tests no restrictions in the pulmonary The federal agency is authorized zene-clearance documentation. The two tests that will be given zene. test can be fitted to wear a nega­ to issue fines if it discovers un­ The Seafarer will receive a Repeated exposure to benzene to indicate benzene clearance are pressure respirator. These authorized individuals working tive can pose health risks. But by a blood test known as a "Com­ written statement indicating any generally are the carbon-filtered- with or around the chemical. monitoring a Seafarer's blood plete Blood Count" ("CBC") and medical conditions he or she has cartridge style, similar to gas The yellow benzene clearance count to ensure that exposure has a breathing test known as a "Pul­ that could prevent him or her masks used in the Persian Gulf card issued by the clinics will from working around benzene or not caused any health problems, monary Function Test" ("PPT'). war. The reason it is called a satisfy Coast Guard investigators. from being able to use any kind of and by checking his or her After November 1, a member respiratory health in order to can take these two tests at protective mask, or in certain negative pressure mask is that the Thus, Seafarers on tankers must determine if he or she can wear a Seafarers Welfare Plan clinics. cases, a particular kind of mask. person wearing it does all the have this document in their pos­ work to breathe the air through session when aboard such ves­ protective mask, these risks can Only Seafarers who wish to claim What the Tests Hnd the filter. sels. be minimized. The CBC test, taken once a jobs on tankers must take these A positive pressure respirator The Coast Guard benzene ex­ Tankers and Benzene two tests, although they are avail­ year, studies the make-up of an supplies oxygen or fresh air to the posure rules were announced in individual's blood. The blood test person from an outside source. Benzene is found in many able to all memterS. October 1991. The regulations When at the counter at the is required because benzene can Examples include scuba gear and petroleum-based substances— were designed to protect mariners crude oil, gasoline, jet fuel, union hall, a member who plans affect and impair the work of red air tanks with masks used by from the immediate and longkerosene, petrochemicals—and to ship on tankers should indicate blood cells, which carry oxygen; firefighters. If a member displays term health problems that can be the chemical is used in the his or her intention to do so. The white blood cells, which fight in­ a breathing impairment, he or she caused by benzene, which can be manufacturing of many products. official at the counter then can fections; and platelets, which has to use this type of equipment absorbed into the human blood Thus, tankers and tank barges schedule appointments for the help the blood clot. when dealing with or working stream both by breathingand skin with benzene. contact. Special Conditions As part of these rules, tanker If sufficient questions are and tank vessel operators are re­ raised by the test results as to a quired to carry on board these member's physical condition to vessels protective equipment, in­ work around benzene, the clinic cluding breathing masks, will forward the information toan which—when worn—minimize independent Medical Review Of­ the exposure to the chemical. The ficer (MRO), who is an expert in tanker and tank vessel operators also are required to identify all this field. SJ01 3ge, —benzene areas through posted The MRO will make a final .... ir^oiment an< obov. « signs. determination if the member is •-46Z4 Additionally, the Coast Guard able to work around benzene or if No ,ri«V coverog*. the member can use any of the rules require mariners working with and around the substance to protective masks. In some cases, the MRO will be tested to ensure that they can direct the member on what to do use the protective masks and that to become benzene-cleared. Such they are not at risk for any of the " may be the case if a member illnesses that repeated exposure t^ort Of shows a low red blood count. If to benzene can cause. The newlythe MRO has reason to believe instituted tests conducted by the the member can increase the red SIU clinics and the new shipping blood count to acceptable levels, rule which requires that only ben­ the MRO may direct the member zene-cleared Seafarers work on to wait for a period and take the tankers meet the Coast GuardOATE mandated regulations. blood count test again. The agency also requires com­ Often, a low red blood count, i.wMP' e*p/a, known as anemia, can be cor­ panies employing mariners who rected by taking iron pills or other may be exposed to the chemical medications. Thus, the MRO to have an exposure monitoring *».o. might direct a member to follow system in place as of April IS of a medical regime which would this year. The Coast Guard set ISl ; bring up the red blood cell count exposure limits at one part of ben­ and consequently allow him or zene per million parts of air (1 ppm) averaged over an eight-hour her to pass the CBC test. In most cases, those members period. The short-term exposure found to have blood or respiratory limit, which cannot be repeated diseases that prevent them from more than four times a day, is 5 having contact with benzene or ppm averaged over a 15-minute benzene-related products and period. The rules also require that The new Seafarers Clinic Card on the front indicates that a Seafarer has taken the two tests which are thus will prohibit them from ship­ a mariner must wait at least an needed for shipping on tankers. SIU clinics will begin issuing the new card after November 1 as members ping on tankers, may continue to hour between exposure periods. come in for their annual physical and/or the benzene-related tests. , 8 • "w f- ;i o NEW CUHICCABD •-:/• M I •r. f �8 vemBtiaia SEUWIBISIM Seafarers Marvel at Waterway's Beauty Famed Delta Queen Makes First Tenn-Tom Trip The 66-year-old steamboat The first trip by the SIUcrewed paddlewheel riverboat usually sails along the Mississip­ Delta Queen from Chattanooga, pi and Ohio rivers. But this Tenn. to Mobile, Ala. via the Ten- voyage followed the Tennessee nessee-Tombigbee Waterway River west to the Tennesseemade First Cook Sylvia Moss Tombigbee Waterway, then 1 think of "how the river looked south through the canal (opened 100 years ago. There were lots of in 1985) to the Mobile River trees and animals and few which carried the vessel into the southern Alabama port city with people." The Delta Queen Steamboat the same name. Co. provided the special 460"It was beautiful," Cabin At­ mile, one-week excursion down tendant Kristina Pemberton told the waterway last month for the a reporter for the Seafarers LOG Stanford University alumni as­ shortly after the historic padsociation and the University of dlewheeler docked. "There were Mississippi Center for the Study tons of animals—deer, turkeysof Southern Culture to explore a all kinds of wildlife and forests. part of the South seen by few Darlene London, a selfpeople. The return trip was proclaimed city girl, said the chartered by the Smithsonian In­ stitution. Continued on page 10 't: :X %::^:'... , V 'X-S-'V':. • • ': 'Xm -H' mWMi Keeping the lobby clean is Porter ChrisI topherLove. In four photos above, the Delta Qoeen docks in Mobile following her first voyage down the Tennessee-Tbmbigbee VVaterway.' V/ Sous Chef Jeff Hunter (left) offers instructions to Second Cook Patrick Wills on salad making. Porter William Dorsey delivers the daily newspaper; / Making fatit clatters for is Se<foridC<SSS/sSfo ^feonj^ver is appealing to Frrst Cook �OCTOBER 1992 SEAFARERSLOG 9 Delawhale's Papale Rescues Injured Boater The past two months have been eventful for SIU members who crew the ferry which runs between Philadelphia and Cam­ den, N.J. In September, the ferry transported its S00,000th pas­ senger since it began operating on March 31. The 100-fpot Delawhale also carried this year's Miss America contestants. A substantially less pleasant event took place August 19 at 9:18 p.m. when a pleasure boater—^who later was charged with operating a 17-foot craft while intoxicated—smashed his boat into the brightly lit, 100-foot double-deck ferry. A 40-year-old woman was thrown from the pleasure boat against the ferry and then into the Delaware River. Seafarer Bob Papale, the Delawhale's captain, dove into the water and saved Victoria DiDomenicis, who suffered serious internal injuries. DiDomenicis was admitted to a hospital and initially was in critical condition. At press time she still was hospitaliz^ but her condition had b^n upgraded to serious. Amazingly, none of the three males who were in the pleasure boat with DiDomenicis was in­ jured. None of the ferry pas­ sengers or crewmembers was hurt, and—unlike the pleasure boat—the ferry sustained no major damage. Boaters Ignored Warnings "We left the Philadelphia side at 9:15 and we saw the boat com­ ing toward us," Papale told the Seafarers LOG. 'This wasn't the first time a pleasure boat seemed to be playing this game of head­ ing toward the ferry and then turning. "Anyway, they didn't respond to several of our danger signals. so [another crewmember] cut the engines to neutral, then to reverse. At the last minute, [the boaters] made a hard right, the boat kind of flared up on its side and the woman got flipped into the water. The only thing that saved them was the boat going up on its side." The boat's bow hit a passenger ramp which extends from the ferry's bow. Deckhand Walt Sargent immediately threw a life ring to DiDomenicis, but she was unable to move after grabbing the ring. "The pleasure boaters were [closer to the water], but they couldn't get her," recalled the 40year-old Papale, who joined the SIU this year. "I jumped in and grabbed her, and within a couple of minutes Ae Coast Guard was there in a rubber boat. They dragged us both out of the water." The individual piloting the boat and the boat owner, who was aboard, were charged separately with operating a vehicle while in­ toxicated. "Bob saved her," said Captain Gerald McGovem, who was not on die Delawhale when the acci­ dent occurred. "From what I heard, without a doubt, if not for him, she would have died" Before joining the SIU, Papale spent 16 years working as a delivery man. His routes and cargo were atypical, however. Papale delivered yachts (by sail­ ing them) to buyers along the Intracoastal Waterway. During one of those runs, Papale was involved in another rescue. A few years ago, he was sailing through Savannah, Ga. when he spotted a 32-foot sail­ boat dead in the water. "It was incredibly cold, about four degrees, and this boat was anchored in ah odd spot," Papale recalled. "It turns out the Capt. Bob Papale boat's batteries were dead, and the guy couldn't even send a mayday." Pap^e and a co-woiker "pulled up and blew our horn, but we didn't hear any type of response." They boarded the sailboat and found an elderly man "sitting in a stupor at the table. We carried him to our boat, and he seemed okay once he got warm. But he had been out diere for 14 hours, and he really thought he was going to die." Return of Philty Ferry Evotres Fbml K/lemeries Les Bredell knows exactly how his father, former SIU mem­ ber and fleet master Lou Bredell, would have felt about the resump­ tion of the Philadelphia-Camden, N.J. passenger ferry service. r?" < waterfront park, and Cooper's Ferry in Camden. Lou Bredell, who passed away two years ago, enjoyed a lengthy maritime career which began in 1916, when he was 17 years old. Eventually he became captain of the Philadelphia-Camden fleet. He later joined the Seafarers In­ ternational Union and worked as a tugboat captain in New York before retiring. - » • SWBWW"*" r > -• , V / > 'Would Have Been Thrilled' Lou Bredell "He would have felt the same way I do: great," Les Bredell said. "It's great to see it start up again. I go over the bridge every day, and every day I look down and smile when I see the ferry." Bredell was one of several captains who worked on the old ferries, later joined the SIU and then retired with a Seafarers pen­ sion. Others included Captains Benjamin Mezger and Melvin Stoner, both deceased. "Benjamin would have been thrilled to see this start again," said Florence Mezger, Benjamin's widow. "Alfliough this one's just a baby." (The Delawhale is 1(X) feet in lengA, compared with many of the old 370-foot boats.) Ferry service resumed March 31, 1992—40 years to the day that it stopped. Les Bredell believes his father would have loved to see the new ferry, the Delawhale. Les Bredell, who worked for a few years in the late 1940s as an oiler and deckhand on the ferries, is encouraged by the booming business the Delawhale has done. "I hope it goes over big," he said. "The old ferries were mostly for commuters, and those ferries carried cars. Now it's mostly tourists, so it's a different game. "Back then the boats were larger, so there was more respon­ sibility. They each held 26 automobiles." The new ferry is scheduled to run every day of the year. It is manned by a pair of rotating four-person crews, and a third crew is scheduled to be added in the near future. Presently, the ferry averages 48 trips daily. r'-. . 40 Years Later For 62-year-old Les and other longtime residents of the Philadelphia and Camden areas, the resumption of ferry service there after a 40-year stoppage has triggered a flood of memories. The first re^lar ferry between those points began operating in 1688. Between 1900 and 1952, nearly one billion passengers used Ae setvice. But bridge construction and rising costs of supplies, insurance and fuel slowly reduced the fleet from 26 ferries to three. Finally, in 1952, the ferry service was out of business. This past March, however, Les Bredell was on hand to see the resumption of the service. Tourist attractions and an alternative for commuters have helped revive the ferry system. A new SIUcrewed ferry named the Delawhale is transporting hundreds and often thousands of passengers daily between Penn's The Millvillewas one of the last passenger ferries to operate between Philadelphia and Camden, N.J. on the Delaware River. Passenger Landing, Philadelphia's ferry service stopped March 31,1952. (Photo by R.Long is courtesy of the Philadelphia Maritime Museum.) •mr- • -I'l v- • .'' -.V"' • - .v ' ...... • .-J. " '-S' • - 'V • • :: �. -;L' f '''I 10 IMHOBBll^ XAFARBRSLOG : ;-;|itIf r,.:iJigif| '? a-.5 *> ' •••1 /WV •' #J Grabbing a quick bite to eat in the crew mess is Assistant Purser Paul Nelson. ~=2S«^^' '•». , •" Crewmembers Enjoy New Scenery First Trip for DQ on Tenn-Tom r».» ' Sailing on the Delta Queen allows New Orleans native Darlene London to see the country. Continued from page 8 here so long that if any of us have a question or problem, we go and voyage was like nothing she had see him," Henderson stated. ever seen before. "I've always Another veteran of steamboatlived in New Orleans," the cabin ing is Cabin Steward Mira attendant noted. "The trip was Gnoinska. She left her native beautiful." Poland 11 years ago at a time when 'Tranquil" was the term used by Polish workers and their union. Suzanne Larson. A resident o Solidarity, were seeking an end to Colorado, Larson said that during regime. the repressive conununist her time off as a cabin attendant, She had been sailing on Scan­ she would "sit, look at the beauty dinavian vessels and left her ship and be at peace." when it docked in New Orleans. In a twist of fate, Larson is fol­ "In 1981, I was stuck here," lowing in the footsteps of her Gnoinska remembered. "I heard children—Rick, Scott and Deb­ about this job. I knew it would be bie-— all of whom sail on the Mis­ Helping in the galley is Porter Ronald sissippi Queen. "My daughter different, but I like it. I get to see Casimier. (Debbie) in the seventh grade sair all the states from the inside and she wanted to work on a cruise ship there are so many interesting people." She has sailed on the and she never outgrew it." Delta Queen for 10 years. After riding the Mississippi Two first-year crewmembers. Queen—the Delta Queen's sister ship—twice last year as a pas­ Porter Ronald Casimier and First senger, Larson decided she wanted Cook Rich Ayotte, already are to work on one of the vessels this looking forward to steamboating year. "I really like it. The crew is so again next year. "I love it," Casimier stated. "You see new nice and helpful." While Larson is one of the new­ daces, meet new people and get comers aboard the national historic 'ots of advice from the pas­ landmark. Fireman Charles Cbinn sengers." is one of its old-timers. Chinn has Ayotte had been working sailed on the Delta Queen for 22 ashore in a private restaurant in years. Jiloxi, Miss. "This is different "I started sailing many years from working on the shore," he Waiter Jeff Stanek sets tables before the ago on the old Belle of Louisville," noted. "I've enjoyed it and hope to dining room opens. Chinn recalled. "I was a member of )e back next year." the band playing for the passengers The Delta Queen was built in every night. While sailing, I went 926. Originally designed to ferry into the engineroom and decided passengers and cargo between San that's what I wanted to do. That francisco and Sacramento, the was 1957." vessel fell upon hard times before Lead Deckhand Gerald eing taken over by the U.S. Navy Henderson, a four-and-a-half- during World War II. In 1948, the year veteran on the Delta Queen, steamboat made her maiden said Chinn is one of the steadying voyage as the Delta Queen be­ influences on the boat. "He's been tween Cincinnati and Cairo, 111. Cabin Attendant Mira Gnoinska, who had sailed on European vessels before leaving Poland, enjoys seeing America Irom the inside." As a cabin attendant, Kristina Pemberton likes the chance to meet people. Placing the finishing touches on a room is Cabin Attendant Sharon Creech. Flower vases are delivered to the dining hall by Waiter Everardo Juarez. Polishing a ship's bell in the lobby is Porter Andrew Stokes. engineroom operations for 22 years. •A' - ^ -J-. �isT^->r rt.ati|w«wf>WW i>ivrrt.I '•<•'• -• gy-yg/^agi.'•il. OCTOBER 1992 SEAFARERS LOG 11 Informatian for the 1992 Election of Officers SiU: Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes & Inlanil Waters District Secret BaHot ElecHen fer Unien Officers Begins Nev. 1 Secret ballots for the election of officers of the Seafarers Interna­ tional Union; Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District will be available to members from Novem­ ber 1 through December 31, 1992. Seafarers eligible to vote in this election to determine union officers for the 1993-1996 term are full book members in good standing. This eligibility criteria is .spelled out in the union's governing docu­ ment, the constitution. The ballot will list the names of all qualified candidates as deter­ mined by the credentials commit­ tee, a group made up of six rank-and-file Seafarers who reviewed the nominating petitions of all SIU members seeking office in this district-wide election. A sample of this ballot appears on the next page. Twenty-seven Positions The credentials cof'mmittee report, which was prepared August 17 and submitted to the member­ ship at the September monthly meetings, indicated 28 candidates had qualified to run for 27 posi­ tions. The 27 posts for which Seafarers will cast their ballots are president, executive vice president, secretary-treasurer, six vice presi­ dents, six assistant vice presidents, two headquarters representatives and 10 port agents. Seafarer Mails Ballot The election will be conducted by mail ballot as provided by the union's constitution. Secret ballots, accompanied by envelopes marked "Ballot" and postage paid en­ velopes printed with the address of the bank depository where the bal­ lots are kept until submitted to the tallying committee, will be avail­ able to full book members in good standing at 20 union halls around the country . (See list of voting loca­ tions on this page.) Eligible Seafarers may pick up their ballots and envelopes marked "Ballot" and mailing envelopes at these halls between 9:00 am until 12:00 noon, Monday through Saturday, except legal holidays, from November I to December 31. Each member must present his or her book to the port agent or the agent's designated representative when receiving the ballot, the en- Procedure for Voting All Seafarers eligible to vote in the union's 1992 election of officers and job holders for the term 1993-1996 may vote by secret ballot from November I through December 31,1992. •The member will be asked to sign a roster sheet indicating the date, the number of the bal­ lot given the member and his or her book number. ^ The member will have his Secret ballots, together with book stamped with the word self-addressed, stamped en­ "Voted" and the date. ^ At the same time, the mem­ velopes for mailing, will be available at union halls to all ber will receive a ballot, together eligible voters. Seafarers are with an envelope marked "Bal­ eligible to vote in the union's lot" and a mailing envelope. The election if they are full-book mailing envelope has the address of the depository printed on it, membeJrs in good standing. making it self-addressed. It also Detaifs of the election proce­ has the postage pre-paid. dure are' spelled out in Article • The top part of the ballot XIII of the SIU constitution, above the perforated line will be which is printed verbatim on retained by the port agent or his pages 13 and 14 of this issue of duly designated representative. the Seafarers LOG. • In cases where a member does not produce his or her In summary, here are the pro­ book, or if there is a question cedures for voting: about the member's good stand­ ing or other eligibility matters, • Eligible Seafarers may the member will receive a mail­ pick up ballots and mailing en­ ing envelope of a different color velopes from 9:00 am to noon, marked with the word "Chal­ Monday through Saturday, ex­ lenge." His or her book will also cluding legal holidays, from be stamped "Voted Challenge" November 1 through December* and the date. 31, 1992 at designated union • After a member has halls (see notice on this page). voted, he or she puts the ballot •When a full-book member in the mailing envelope which is appears to vote, he or she should addressed to the bank present his or her book to the depository and stamped. The port agent or his duly designated mailing envelope should then be put in the mail. representative. Notice on Unopposed Candidates One part of the article of the SIU constitution covering rules for elections concerns the elec­ tion of candidates who are un­ opposed for the office in question. The section states that those candidates who are unopposed for any office or job shall be considered elected to that office or job and that the Tallying Com­ mittee shall not have to cotint the votes for any such candidate. The entire section, contained in Article XIII, Section 5 of the SIU constitution reads as follows: "A candidate unopposed for any office or job shall be deemed elected to such office or job notwithstanding that his name may appear on the ballot. The Union Tallying Committee shall not be required to tally completely the results of the voting for such unopposed can­ didate but shall certify in their report that such unopposed can­ didate has been elected to such office or job. The Election Report Meeting shall accept the above certification of the Union Tallying Committee." velope marked "Ballot" and the mailing envelope. When the Seafarer receives the ballot and en­ velopes, his or her book will be stamped with the word "Voted" and the date. If a member does not present his or her book, or if there is a question in regard to his or her eligibility to vote, the Seafarer will receive a mailing envelope of a different color marked with the word "Chal­ lenge." His or her book will be stamped with the words "Voted Challenge" and the date. For members who believe they will be at sea during this time, the SIU constitution provides for ab­ sentee voting procedures. Full book members in good standing who need to vote by absentee ballot should direct a request for the ballot to the union's secretary-treasurer at SIU headquarters—5201 Auth Way; Gamp Springs, Md. 20746. Integrity Assured Once the Seafarer has received his or her ballot and envelopes, he or she marks the ballot for the can­ didates of his or her choice and puts it in the envelope marked "Ballot." This envelope is sealed by the member and placed in the mailing envelope and then dispatched in the marl. These steps ensure the integrity of the secret ballot process. The union's constitution, in Ar­ ticle XIII, details the procedures for voting in union elections. On pages 13-14, this section of the constitu­ tion is printed in full. Also, appearing on this page are brief summaries of voting procedures and absentee voting procedures. All ballots will be counted by the rank-and-file tallying committee consisting of two members elected from the union's constitutional ports. These committee members will be elected in December. They will convene in early January 1993. •f. . NOTICE OF 1992 ELECTION FOR ELECTION OF 1993-1996 OFFICERS SEAFARERS INTENATIONAL UNION OF NORTH AMERICA Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District Election will be conducted by secret mall ballot. Ballots may be obtained at the following locations from 9:00 A.M. to 12 Noon, Mondays through Saturdays, excluding holidays, during the voting period. The voting period shall commence on November 1st, 1992 and shall continue through December 31st, 1992. VOTING LGGATIONS BALTIMORE DANIA DETROIT-ALGONAC DULUTH HONOLULU HOUSTON JACKSONVILLE JERSEY CITY MOBILE NEW BEDFORD NEW ORLEANS NEW YORK NORFOLK PHILADELPHIA PINEY POINT PUERTO RICO SAN FRANCISCO SEATTLE ST. LOUIS WILMINGTON 1216 E. Baltimore St., Baltimore, MD 21202 2 West Dixie Highway, Dania, FL 33004 520 St. Clair River Dr., Algonac, Ml 48001 705 Medical Arts Building, Duluth, MN 55802 606 Kallhl St., Honolulu, HI 96819 1221 Pierce St., Houston, TX 77002 3315 Liberty St., Jacksonville, FL 32206 99 Montgomery St., Jersey City, NJ 07302 1640 Dauphin Island Pkwy., Mobile, AL 36605 48 Union St., New Bedford, MA 02740 630 Jackson Ave., New Orleans, LA 70130 635 Fourth Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11232 115 Third St., Norfolk, VA 23510 2604 S. 4th St., Philadelphia, PA 19148 Seafarers Hariy Lundeberg School of Seamanship, PIney Point,MD 20674 1057 Fernandez Juncos Ave., Santurce, PR 00907 350 Fremont St., San Francisco, CA 94105 2505 First Ave., Seattle, WA 98121 4581 Gravels Ave., St. Louis, MO 63116 510 North Broad Ave., Wilmington, CA 90744 •'tf Procedure for Absentee Ballots In the case of members eligible to vote who believe they will be at sea during the November 1 through December 31,1992 voting period, absen­ tee ballots are available. The SIU constitution ensures that members who are eligible to vote and who find themselves in this situation may vote. Procedures are estab­ lished in the SIU constitution to safeguard the secret ballot election, including the absentee bal­ lot process. Here is the procedure to follow when request­ ing an absentee ballot: The secretary-treasurer, after confirming eligibility, will send by registered mail, return receipt requested, to the address designated in the request, a ballot, together with an envelope marked "Ballot" and a mailing envelope no later than November 30, 1992. • it-' • Upon receiving the ballot and envelopes, vote by marking the ballot. After voting the ba lot, place the ballot in the envelope marked "Ballot." Do not write on the "Ballot" envelope. • Place the envelope marked "Ballot" in the • Make the request in writing to the SIU mailing envelope which is imprinted with the Office of the secretary-treasurer; 5201 Auth Way; mailing address of the bank depository where all Camp Springs, MD 20746. ballots are sent. • Include in the request the correct address where the absentee ballot should be mailed. • Sign the mailing envelope on the first line of the upper left-hand comer. Print name and book • Send the request for an absentee ballot by number on the second line. The mailing envelope registered or certified mail. is self-addressed and stamped. • The registered or certified mail envelope must be postmarked no later than midnight, The mailing envelope must be postmarked November 15,1992 and must be received at 5201 no later than midnight December 31, 1992 and Auth Way; Camp Springs, MD 20746 no later received by the bank depository no later than than November 25, 1992. January 5, 1993. • . �• --.A.- A. /• . 12 sEMmasiM ' ' OCTOBBlim y ^ lnfomia£lm tar tael . a®® ®!S'w'S^« Dlrtri^ ' '^ _ ' .. . Tanfli Twenty-Seven Pesit The ballots listing the can­ didates for office in the 1992 SIU elections will be available to Seafarers for voting between November 1 and December 31, 1992. There ate 27 positions on the ballot. All fiill book members in good standing are eligible to vote in the union's election. same sample of me official ballot vice president, secretary- appears on mis page. Members can pick up their union's constitution, from the treasurer, six vice presidents, six Each ballot has a perforated assistant vice presiderits, two edge. ballots at any one of 20 union secretary-treasurer. This will be torn off by the elected will serve in headquarters representabves and balls located around the country. theOfficers port agent or his representative 1993 through 1996 term. A 10 port agents. (See list of these locations on rank-and-file when me eligible Seafarer picks tallying comrnitAn election notice was mailed page 11.) will tabulate the election last month to all members at their up his or her ballot. If requesting Members who believe they tee afcentee ballots, me ballot will be will be at sea during November results when it meets in January last known address with a list ot mailed to the eligible member voting locations as well ^ a and December can request an ab­ 1993. Among the positions on me sample of me official ballot. This wim me perforated edge torn off. sentee ballot, in accordance wiffi the procedures spelled out in the j ballot are president, executive OFFICIAL BALLOT For Election of 1993-1996 Officers No. 00000 SEAFARERS INTERNATIONAL UNION OF NORTH AMERICAAtlantlc, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District VOTING PERIOD NOVEMBER 1st, 1992 THROUGH DECEMBER 31st, 1992 INSTRUCTIONS TO VOTERS—In order to vote for a candidate, mark a cross (X) in voting square to the left of name. If you vote for more candidates for office than specified herein, your vote for such office will be invalid. MARK YOUR BALLOT WITH PEN AND INK OR INDELIBLE PENCIL. PRESIDENT Vote for One ASSISTANT VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF CONTRACTS AND CONTRACT ENFORCEMENT Vote for One , ^ I ID Michael J. Sacco, 8-1 10 • Kermett T. Mangram, M-2394 EXECUTIVE VICE PRESK Vote for One 2 • Joseph M. Sacco, 8-1287 ASSISTANTJICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE O^HIHTLANTIC COAST ) for One SECRETARY-TREASURER Vote for One 3 • John Fay, F-363 le, P-437 lENT IN CHARGE TGULF COAST HoteforOne VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF CONTRACTS AND CONTRACT ENFORCEMENT Vote lor One 4 • Augustin Tellez, T-764 12 VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF THE ATLANTIC COAST Vote for One 5 • Jack Caffey, C-1010 \ iil 13 • Don Anderson, A-5244 VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF THE GULF COAST 1 Vote for One I 6 • Dean E. Corgey, 0-5727 ASSISTANT VICE-PF CHARGE OF THE SOUTHfiffN REGION, GREAT LAKES AND INLAND WATERS Vote for One • PHILADELPHIA PORT AGENT Vote for One 20 • Thomas J. Fay, F-514 21 22 • BALTIMORE PORT AGENT Vote for One Mike Paladino, P-5581 • MOBILE PORT AGENT Vote for One David M. Carter, Sr., C-12088 NEW ORLEANS PORT AGENT Vote for One 23 • Jose (Joe) Perez, P-846 HOUSTON PORT AGENT ^ Vote for One S^es P. McGee, M-5945 24 ASSISTANT VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF GOVERNMENT SERVICES AND HSHING INDUSTRIES Vote for One 15 • Robert Hall. H-5727 HEADQUARTERS REPRESENTATIVE Vote for Two VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF GOVERNMENT SERVICES AND FISHING INDUSTRIES Vote for One 9 • Roy A. Mercer, M-25001 / 19 NEW YORK PORT AGENT Vote for One Robert Seizor, S-1258 14 • Anthony J. Sacco, S-2286 VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF THE SOUTHERN REGION, GREAT LAKES AND INLAND WATERS Vote for One 8 • Bryon F. Kelley, K-12039 election of SIU officers appears at 85 percent of its original size. Voting takes place between Movember randDecember di. IW. Heindei, H-1443 ASSISTANT VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHAF OF THE WEST COAST Vote for One VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF THE WEST COAST Vote for One 7 • George McCartney, M-948 'I PINEY POINT PORT AGENT Vote for One 18 O Edward "Edd" W. Morris, M-1358 16 • Leo Bonser, 8-1193 17 • Carl Peth, P-755 /, • 26 • \N FRANCISCO PORT AGENT Vote for One Nick Celona, C-1578 ST. LOUIS PORT AGENT Vote for One Steve Ruiz, R-1116 DETROIT-ALGON#ICPOR|^^B^ Vota46r One^ 27 • M. Joe^l^ler, 28 • Willisf^ G. Tjfe. T-715 . .. : �OCTOBER 1992 SEAFARERS LOG 13 : Atlantic, Guli^ Lak^ & inland 1/1^ SHI CoiKtHunm ^wHs Out Riries on Elections The section of the Union's con­ stitution which outlines voting pro­ cedures in the SIU's elections, which are held every four years, appears here and on page 14 in its entirety. nomination to office shall be thato: copies of such appeal to each Port to insure secrecy of the ballot. On warded for all the aforementioned the nominator. where the appeal shall be presented this removable portion shall also be election material actually received. All documents required herein and voted upon at a regular meeting placed a short statement indicating The .Secretary-Treasurer shall must reach Headquarters no earlier no later than the second meeting the nature of the ballot and the prepare a file in which shall be kept than July 15 and no later than after the Committee's election. It is voting date thereof. memoranda and correspondence August 15 of the election year. dealing with the election. This file the responsibility of the applicant to (c) The ballots so prepared at the The Secretary-Treasurer is insure timely delivery of hisappeal. direction of the Secretary- shall at all times be available to any Article XIII charged with safekeeping of these In any event, without prejudice to member asking for inspection of Elections for Officers, Assistant Vice- letters and shall turn them over to his written appeal, the applicant Treasurer shall be the only official the same at the office of the No others may be used. Presidents, Headquarters the Credentials Committee upon may appear in person before the ballots. Each ballot shall be numbered as Secretary-Treasurer and shall be Representatives, and Port Agents the latter's request. Committee within two days after indicated in the preceding para­ tumed over to the Union Tallying Section 1. Nominations. Section 2. Credentials Commit­ the day on which the telegram is graphs and shall be numbered con- Committee. Except as provided in Section 2 tee. (d) Balloting shall be secret. sent to correct his application or secutively, commencing with (b) of this Article, any full book Only full book members in good argue for his qualification. (a) A Credentials Committee number 1. A sufficient amount member may submit his name for shall be elected at the regular meet­ The Committee's report shall be shall be printed and distributed to standing may vote. Each full book nomination for any office, or the ing in August of the election year at prepared early enough to allow the member may secure his ballot at job of Assistant Vice-President, the Port where Headquarters is lo­ applicant to appear before it within each Port. A record of the ballots, Port offices from the Port Agent or both by serial numbers and amount, Headquarters Representative or cated. It shall consist of six (6) full the time set forth in this Constitution sent thereto, shall be maintained by his duly designated representative Port Agent, by delivering or caus­ book members in attendance at the and still reach the Ports in timefor the the Secretary-Treasurer shall at such Port. Each Port Agent shall ing to be delivered in person, to the meeting with two (2) members to first regular meeting after its election. also send each Port who Agent a designate an area at the Port office office of the Secretary-Treasurer at be elected from each of the Deck, (d) A majority vote of the mem­ verification list indicating the over which should be posted the Headquarters, or sending a letter ad­ Engine and Steward Departments. bership shall, in the case of such and serial numbers of the legend "Voting Ballots Secured dress^ to the Ciedenti^s Commit­ No officer. Assistant Vice-Presi­ appeals, be sufficient to overrule amount ballots sent. The Secretary- Here." When a full book member tee, in care of theSecretary-Treasurer dent, Headquarters Representative, any disqualification by the Creden­ Treasurer shall also send to each appears to vote, he shall present his at the address of Headquarto-s. This or Port Agent, or candidate for of­ tials Committee in which event the Port Agent a sufficient amount of book to the Port Agent or his letter shall be dated and shall contain fice of the job of Assistant Vice- one so previously classified shall blank opaque envelopes containing aforementioned duly designated the following: President, Headquarters then be deemed qualified. the word "Ballot" on the face of the representative. The Port Agent or (a) The name of the candidate. Representative, or Port Agent, shall (e) The Credentials Committee, envelope, as well as a sufficient his duly designated representative (b) His home address and mail­ be eligible for election to this Com­ in passing upon the qualifications amount of opaque mailing en­ shall inserton the roster sheet under ing address. mittee except as provided for in of candidates, shall have the right velopes, first class postage prepaid the appropriate column the date, the (c) His book number. number of the ballot given to such to conclusively presume that (d) The title of the office or Article X, Section 4. In the event anyone nominated and qualified in and printed on the face tfiereon as member and his full book number, other job for which he is a can­ any Committee member is unable previous elections for candidacy the addressee shall be the nameand the member shall then sign his didate, including the name of the to serve, the Committee shall for any office, or the job of Assis­ address of the depository for the and on such roster sheet under the name Port in the event the position sought suspend until the President or Ex­ tant Vice-President, Headquarters receipt of such ballotsas designated appropriate column. Such member ecutive Vice-President or the is that of Port Agent. by the President in the manner Secretary-Treasurer, in that order, Representative, or Port Agent, has provided by Article X, Section 1, of shall have his book stamped with (e) Proof of citizenship. (f) Proof of seatime and/or calls a special meeting at the Port met all the requirements of Section this Constitution. In the upper left- the word "Voted" and the date, and employment as required for can­ where Headquarters is located in 1 (a) of Article XII. hand comer of such mailing en­ shall be given a ballot, and simul­ didates. order to elect a replacement. The Section 3. Balloting Procedures. velope, there shall be printed taneously the perforation on the top (g) In the event the member is Committee's results shall be by (a) Balloting in the manner thereon, as a top line, provision for of the ballot shall be removed. At on a vessel, he shall notify the majority vote with any tie vote hereafter provided shall commence the voter's signature and on another the same time the member shall be Credentials Committee what vessel being resolved by a majority of the on November 1st of the election line immediately thereunder, given the envelope marked "Bal­ he is on. This shall be done also if membership at a special meeting year and shall continue through provision for the pirinting of the lot" together with the pre-paid he ships subsequent to forwarding called for that purpose at that Port. December 31st, exclusive of Sun­ voter's name and book number. In postage mailing envelope ad­ his credentials. dressed to the depository. The (b) After its election, the Com­ days and (for each individual Port) addition, the Secretary-Treasurer member shall take such ballot and (h) Annexing a certificate in the following form, signed and dated mittee shall immediately go into holidays legally recognized in the shall also send a sufficient amount envelopes and in secret thereafter, session. It shall determine whether City of which the Port affected is of mailing envelopes identical with mark his ballot, fold the same, in­ by the proposed nominee: "I hereby certify that I am not the person has submitted his ap­ located. If November 1st or Decem­ the mailing envelopes mentioned sert it in the blank envelope marked now, nor, for the five (5) years last plication correctly and possesses ber 31st falls on a holiday legally above, except that they shall be of Ballot," seal the same, then insert past, have I been either a member the necessary qualifications. The recognized in a Port in the City in different color, and shall contain on such "Ballot" envelope into the of the Communist Party or con­ Committee shall prepare a report which that Port is located, the bal­ the face of such envelope, in bold mailing envelope, seal such mail­ victed of, or served any part of a listing each applicant and his book loting period in such Port shall letters, the word "Challenge." The ing envelope, sign his name on the prison term resulting from convic­ numter under the office or job he is commence or terminate, as the case Secretary-Treasurer shall further upper left-hand comer on the first tion of robbery, bribery, extortion, seeking. Each applicant shall be may be, on the next succeeding furnish a sufficient amount of line of such mailing envelope and embezzlement, grand larceny, marked "qualified" or "dis­ business day. Subject to the forego­ Roster Sheets" which shall have on the second line in the upper leftburjglary, arson, violation of nar­ qualified" according to the findings ing, for the purpose of full book printed thereon, at the top thereof, hand comer print his name and cotics laws, murder, rape, assault of the Committee. Where an ap­ members securing their ballots, the the year of the election, and imme­ book number, after which he shall with intent to kill, assault which plicant has been marked "dis­ Ports shall be open from 9:00 A.M. diately thereunder, five (5) vertical mail orcause the same to be mailed. inflicts grievous bodily injury, or qualified," the reason therefore to 12 Noon, Monday through Satur­ columns designated date, ballot In the event a full book member number, signature full book appears to vote and is not in good violation of Title 11 or III of the must be stated in the report. Where day, excluding holidays. member's name, book number and Balloting shall be by mail. Landrum-Griffin Act, or con­ a tie vote has been resolved by a comments, and such roster sheets standing or does not have his mem­ The Secretary-Treasurer shall in­ spiracy to commit any such special meeting of the membership, bership book with him or it appears that fact shall also be noted with sure the proper and timely prepara­ shall contain horizontal lines im­ for other valid reasons he is not crimes." sufficient detail. The report shall be tion of ballots without partiality as mediately under the captions of eligible to vote, the same procedure Dated signed by all of the Committee to candidates or Ports. The ballots each of the above five columns. The as provided above shall apply to Signature of member members and be completed and may contain general information Secretary-Treasurer shall also send him, except that on the roster sheet Book No.. — submitted to the Ports in time for and instructive comments not in­ a sufficient amount of envelopes under the column "Comments," consistent with the provisions of with the printed name and address Printed forms of the certificate the next regular meeting after their this Constitution. All qualified can­ of the depository on the face there­ notation should be made that the shall be made available to election. At this meeting, it shall be didates shall be listed thereon al- of, and in the upper left-hand member voted a challenged ballot nominees. Where a nominee cannot read and incorporated in the jhabetically within each category comer, the name of the Port and and the reason for his challenge. truthfully execute such a certifi­ minutes and then posted on the bul­ with book number and job seniority address, and on the face of such Such member's membership book be stamped "voted chal­ cate, but is, in fact, legally eligible letin board in each Port. eiivelope, should be printed the shall On the last day of nominations, classification status. lenge," and the date, and such for an office or job by reason of the The listing of the Ports shall first words, "Roster Sheets and Ballot restoration of civil rights originally one member of the Committee shall set forth Headquarters and then Stubs." Each Port Agent shall member instead of the above-men­ revoked by such conviction or a stand by in Headquarters to accept shall follow a geographical pattern maintain separate records of the tioned mailing envelope, shall be favorable determination by the delivery of credentials. All creden­ commencing with the most nor­ )allots sent him and shall inspect given the mailing envelope of a dif­ Board of Paroleof the United States tials must be in Headquarters by therly Port of the Atlantic Coast, and count the ballots when received ferent color marked on the face thereof with the word "Challenge." Department of Justice, he shall, in midnight of closing day. bllowing the Atlantic Coast down to insure that the amount sent, as At the end of each day, the Port (c) When an applicant has been to lieu of the foregoing certificate, fur­ the most southerly Port on that well as the number thereon, con­ nish a complete signed statement of disqualified by the Committee, he coast, then westerly dong the Gulf form to the amount and numbers Agent or his duly designated repre­ the facts of his case together with shall be notified immediately by of Mexico and so on, until the list isted by the Secretary-Treasurer as sentative shall enclose in the en­ true copies of the documents sup­ telegram at the addresses listed by of Ports is exhausted. Any Port out­ laving been sent to that Port. The velope addressed to the depository lim pursuant to Section 1 of this side the Continental United States Port Agent shall immediately ex­ and marked "Roster Sheets and porting his statement. Article. He shall also be sent a letter shall then be added. There shall be ecute and retum to the Secretary- Ballot Stubs," the roster sheet or Any full book member may containing their reasons for such no write-in voting and no Treasurer a receipt acknowledging sheets executed by the members nominate any other full book mem­ ber in which event such full book disqualification by air mail, special provisions for the same shall appear the correctness, of the amount and that day together with the num­ member so nominated shall comply delivery, register^ or certified, to on the ballot. Each ballotshall be so the numbers of the ballots sent, or bered perforated slips removed with the provisions of this Article the mailing address designated pur­ prepared as to have the number shall notify the Secreta^-Treasurer from the ballots which had been as they are set forth herein relating suant to Section 1 (b) of this Article. thereon placed at the top thereof of any discrepancy. Discrepancies given to the members, and then to the submission of credentials. By A disqualified applicant shall have and shall be so perforated as to shall be corrected as soon as pos­ mail the same to such depository. reason of the above self nomination the right to take an appeal to the enable that portion containing the sible prior to the voting period. In provision the responsibility, if any, membership from the decision of said number to be easily removed any event, receipts shall be for­ Continued on page 14 for notifying a nominee of his the Committee. He shall forward i " ^ • ni't •: 1; ••W 'KK IIP �14 SEAFARERS LOG OCnBERIBK InformatioiiVbrtffie 1992 Election SiU: Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes & Inland Waters District Article Xlll Spells Out CenstUutlenal Rules en Seafarer Elections diately subsequent to the election quarters is located shallbe reim quarters, in writing by certified immediately subsequent to the year and must be postmarked no bursed for transportation, meals mail, of the same, setting forth his Election Report Meetings menr To insure that an adequate supp later than 12 midnight December and lodging expenses occasionec name, book number and the details tioned above. The depository shall by their traveling to and retumin so that appropriate corrective ac­ be the same as designated for the of all balloting material is main 31st of the election year. from that Port. Committee mem tion, if warranted, may be taken. election from which the special tained in all Ports at all times, the Section 4. hers elected from the Port in whic The Secretary-Treasurer shall ex­ vote is ordered. And the proc^ures Port Agent or his duly designated (a) At the close of the last day o: Headquarters is located shall be peditiously investigate the facts shall be the same as provided for in representative, simultaneous the period for securing ballots, the with mailing of the roster sheets Port Agent in each Port, in addition similarly reimbursed, except for concerning the claimed violation, Section 3, except where specific transportation. All members of the take such action as may be neces­ dates are provided for, the days and ballot stubs to the depository to his duties set forth above, sha the end of each day, shall also make deliver of mail to Headquarters by Committee shall also be paid at the sary, if any, and make a report and shall be the dates applicable which provide for the identical time and a copy of the roster sheet for that registered or certified mail, atten prevailing standby rate of pay from recommendation, if necessary, days originally provided for in Sec­ copy of which shall be sent to the the day subsequent to their election day and mail the same to the tion Union Tallying Committee, a Secretary-Treasurer at Head unused ballots and shall specifica to the day they return, in norma member and the original shall be tion 3. The Election Report Meet­ quarters. The Port Agent shall be ly set forth by serial number ant course, to the Port from which the; filed for the Union Tallying Copi- ing for the aforesaid special vote mittee for their appropriate action, shall be that meeting immediately responsible for the proper amount the unused ballots so for­ were elected. The Union Tallying Committee report and recommendation, if any. subsequent to the report of the safeguarding of all election warded. The foregoing shall not be ap­ Union Tallying Committee material and shall not release any oi (b) The Union Tallying Com shall elect a chairman from among plicable to matters involving the separated by one calendar month. themselves and, subject to the ex it until duly called for and sha] mittee shall consist of 20 full boo insure that no one tampers with the members. Two shall be selectet press terms of this Constitution Credentials Committee's action or Section 5. Elected Officers and report, the provisions of Article Jobholders. material placed in his custody. from each of the 10 Ports of New adopt its own procedures. A1 (e) Full book members may re York, Philadelphia, Baltimore decisions of such Committee ant XIII, Sections 1 and 2 being the A candidate unopposed for any quest and vote an absentee ballot Mobile, New Orleans, Houston the contents of their report shall be pertinent provisions applicable to office or job shall be deemed under the following circumstances Detroit-AlgonaC, San Francisco, valid if made by a majority vote, such matters. elected to such office or job not­ All protests as to any and all withstanding that his name may ap­ while such member is employed on St. Louis and Piney Pointi Theelec­ provided there be a quorum in at­ a Union contracted vessel anc tion shall be held at the regular tendance, which quorum is hereby aspects of theelection and balloting pear on the ballot. The Union which vessel's schedule does not meeting in December of the elec fixed at ten. The Committee, but procedures or the conduct of the Tallying Committee shall not be provide for it to be at a Port in which tion year or, if the Executive Boarc not less than a quorum thereof, shal same not passed upon by the Union required to tally completely the a ballot can be secured during the otherwise determines prior thereto, have the sole right and duty to ob Tallying Committee in its report, results of the voting for such unop­ time and period provided for in at a special meeting held in the tain all mailed ballots and the other excluding therefrom matters in­ posed candidate but shall certify in the Credentials their report that such unopposed Section 3 (a) of this Article or is in aforesaid Ports, on the first business mailed election material from the volving an accredited hospital any time day of the last week of said month depository and to insure their safe Committee's action or report as candidate has been elected to such during the first ten (10) days of the No officer. Assistant Vice-Presi­ custody during the course of the provided in the last sentence of the office or job. The Election Report month of November of the Election dent, Headquarters Representative Committee's proceedings. The immediately preceding paragraph, Meeting shall accept the above cer­ Year. The member shall make Port Agent, or candidate for office, proceedings of the Committee, ex­ but including the procedure and tification of the Union Tallying request for an absentee ballot by or the job of Assistant Vice-Presi cept for their organizational meet­ report of the Union Tallying Com­ Committee without change. registered or certified mail or the dent. Headquarters Representative, ing and their actual preparation o: mittee, shall be filed in writing by equivalent mailing device at the or Port Agent shall be eligible for the closing report and dissents certified mail with the Secretary- Section 6. Installation Into Office location from which such request is election to this Committee except therefrom, if any, shall be open to Treasurer at Headquarters to be and the Job of Assistant Vicemade, if such be the case. Such as provided for in Article X, Sec­ any member provided he observes received no later than the February President, Headquarters Repre­ request shall contain a designation tion 4. In addition to its duties decorum. Any candidate may act as 25th immediately subsequent to the sentative or Port Agent (a) The person elected shall be as to the address to which such lerein set forth, the Union Tallyin^ an observer and/or designate close of the election year. It shall be member wishes his absentee ballot Committee shall be charged with another member to act as his ob­ the responsibility of the member to that person having the largest num­ returned. The request shall be the tallying of all the ballots and the server at the counting of the ballots insure that his written protest is ber of votes cast for the particular postmarked no later than 12:00 jreparation of a closing report set­ In ho event shall issuance of the received by the Secretary-Treasurer office or job involved. Where more P.M. on the 15th day of November ting forth, in complete detail, the above referred to closing report of no later than such Febmary 25th. The than one person is to be elected for a of the election year, shall be results of the election, including a the Committee be delayed beyonc Secretary-Treasurer shall forward particular office or job, the proper directed to the Secretary-Treasurer complete accounting of all ballots January 31st immediately sub­ copies of such written protest to all number of candidates receiving the at Headquarters and must be and stubs, and reconciliation of the sequent to the close of the election Ports in sufficient time to be read at successively highest numberof votes delivered no later than the 25th ol same with the rosters and receipts year. In the discharge of its duties, the Election Report Meeting. The shall be declared elected. These such November. The Secretary- of the Port Agents, all with detailet the Committee may call upon ant written protest shall contain the full determinations shall be made only Treasurer shall determine whether reference to serial numbers anc utilize the services of clerica book member's narne, book number, from the results deemed final and such member is eligible to vote amounts and with each total broken employees of the Union. The Com­ and all details constituting the accepted as provided in this Article. It shall be the duty of the President to such absentee ballot. The down into Port totals. The Union mittee shall be discharged upon the protest Secretary-Treasurer, if he deter­ Tallying Committee shall have ac­ completion of the issuance and dis(f) At the Election Report Meet­ notify each individual elected. (b) The duly elected officers and mines that such member is so cess to all election records and files )atch of its report as required in this ing, the report and recommendation eligible, shall by the 30th of such br their inspection, examination Article. In the event a recheck anc of the Union Tallying Committee, other job holders shall take over November, send by registered mail, and verification. The report shal recount is ordered pursuant to this including but not limited to dis­ their respective offices and jobsand return receipt requested, to the ad­ clearly detail all discrepancies dis­ Article, the Committee shall be crepancies, protests passed upon by assume the duties thereof at mid­ dress so designated by such mem­ covered and shall contain recom­ reconstituted, except that if any them, as well as protests filed with night of the night of the plection ber, a*"Ballot," after removing the mendations for the treatment of member thereof is not available, a the Secretary-Treasurer as Report Meeting, or the next regular perforated numbered stub, together these discrepancies. All members of substitute therefor shall be elected provided for in Section (e) immedi­ rneeting, depending upon which with the hereinbefore mentioned the Committee shall sign the report, Tom the appropriate Port at a spe­ ately above shall be acted upon by meeting the results as to each of the "Ballot" envelope, and mailing en­ without prejudice, however, to the cial meeting held for that purpose the meeting. A majority vote of the foregoing are deemed final and ac­ velope addressed to the depository, right of any member thereof to sub­ as soon as possible. membership shall decide what ac­ cepted, as provided in this Article. (d) The report of the Committee tion, if any, in accordance with the The term of their predecessors shall except that printed on the face of mit a dissenting report as to the ac­ such mailing envelope shall be the curacy of the count and the validily shall be made up in sufficient Constitution shall be taken thereon, continue up to, and expire at that words "Absentee Ballot," and ap­ of the ballots, with pertinent details. copies to comply with the follow- which action, however, shall not time, notwithstanding anything to propriate voting instructions shdl In connection with the tally of ng requirements: two copies shall include the ordering of a special the contrary contained in Article XI, accompany such mailing to the >allots there shall be no counting of )e mailed by the Committee to each vote, unless reported discrepancies Section 1. This shall not apply where member. If the Secretary-Treasurer ballots until all mailing envelopes Port Agent and the Secretary- or protested procedure or conduct the successful candidate cannot as­ determines that such member is in­ containing valid ballots have first 'reasurer no later than January 31st found to have occurred and to be sume his office because he is at sea In such event, a majority vote of eligible to receive such absentee )een opened, the ballot envelopes immediately subsequent to the violative of the Constitution afballot, he shall nevertheless send remov^ intact and then all of such close of the election year. As soon ected the results of the vote for any the membership may grant addi­ such member the aforementioned rallot envelopes mixed together, as these copies are received, each office or job, in which event the tional time for the assumption of ballot with accompanying material 'ter which such ballot envelopes 'ort Agent shall post one copy of special vote shall be restricted to the office or job. In the event of the except that the mailing envelope shall beopened and counted in such the report on the bulletin board in a such office, offices and/or job or failure of the newly-elected Presi­ addressed to the depository shall multiples as the Committee may conspicuous manner and notify the obs, as thecase may be. A majority dent to assume office the provisions have printed on the face thereof the deem expedient and manageable. Secretary-Treasurer, in writing, as of the membership at the Election of Article X, Section 12 shall apply words "Challenged Absentee Bal­ The Committee shall resolve all is­ to the date of such posting. This Report Meetings may order a until the expiration of the term. All lot." The Secretary-Treasurer shall sues on challenged ballots and then copy shall be kept posted until after recheck and recount when a dissent other cases of failure to assume office keep records of all of the foregoing, tally those found valid utilizing the the Election Report Meeting which to the closing report has been issued shall be dealt with as decided by a including the reasons for determin­ same procedure as provided in the shall be the March regular member­ )y three (3) or more members of the majority vote of the membership. ing such member's ineligibility, preceding sentence either jointly or ship meeting immediately follow­ Jnion Tallying Committee. Except ing theclose of the election year. At or the contingencies provided for Section 7. which records shall be open for in­ separately. the Election Report Meeting, the in this Section 4 (0, the closing spection by foil book members and The Secretary-Treasurer is (c) The members of the Union other copy of the report shall be report shall be accepted as final. specifically charged with the preser­ upon the convening of the Union Tallying Committee, presented to allying Committee shall, after read verbatim. There shall be no further protest or vation and retention of all election (e) Any full book member appeal from the action of the records, including the ballots, as re­ them. The Secretary-Treasurer their election, proceed to the Port in shall send to all Ports the names and which Headquarters is located, to aiming a violation of the election majority of the membership at the quired by law, and is directed and authorize to issue such other and book numbers of the members to arrive at that Port no later than and balloting procedure or the con- Election Report Meetings. (g) Any special vote ordered further directives as to the election whom absentee ballots were sent. anuary 5th of the year immediately uct of the same, shall within 72 (f) All ballots to be counted iter the election year. Each mem- lours of the occurrence- of the pursuant to Section 4 (0 shall be procedures as are required by law, must be received by the depository )er of the Committee not elected claimed violation notify the commenced within ninety (90) which directives shall be part of the no later than the January 5th imme­ from the Port in which Head­ Secretary-Treasurer at Head­ ays after the first day of the month election procedures of this Union. Continued from page 13 �OCTOBER 1992 SEAFMERSIOO 15 pift' Active and retired Seafarers last month participated in Labor Day rallies at various port cities throughout the U.S. Joining with the AFL-CIO, the federation of unions in the United States, Seafarers called on the nation's elected officials to enact programs to turn the economy around and create jobs for American workers. Trade unionists throughout the country also rallied for an effec­ tive national health care program and a trade agreement that promotes U.S. jobs as opposed to trade deals which export U.S. work overseas. In Philadelphia, more than 100 members proved that Seafarers can handle foul weather on land as well as at sea. Despite oc­ casional rain, the SIU not only took part in the march and rally, but also helped set up and coor­ dinate the stage area. On the day set aside to honor America's workers. Seafarers from Michigan were among a crowd of al^ut 200,000 wldch marched through Detroit and then The rainy weather did not stop more than 100 Seafarers from taking part in Philadelphia's Labor Day march and rally. SIU members not only assembled to hear the remarks of marched down the streets of the city, they also assisted in setting up and coordinating the stage area. Dembcratic vice presidential can­ At the fairgrounds. Seafarers _ , _ . . , didate A1 Gore and Democratic took turns manning an SIU inforNGW Bedford Fishing Boats Recoive Annual Blessing Congressman Sandy Levin. mational booth. In Mobile, Ala., SIU members In Houston, the SIU coor­ gathered at the union hall and dinated the annual Labor Day proceeded downtown to the Civic Breakfast, sponsored by the Har­ Center for a parade which in­ ris County AFL-CIO, the West cluded a half dozen floats and Gulf Ports Council and the Hous­ several local marching bands. ton-Gulf Coast Building and Carrying SIU banners and flags, Construction Trades Council. and decked out in Seafarers Tshirts and hats, the enthusiastic Two Democratic congressmenthrong completed the march Mike Andrews and Craig before moving the celebration to Washington,' both of Texas—as the Mobile Fairgrounds, about 10 well as state Senator Gene Green, miles from town. Continued on page 23 F.I,•'' J B N. cois said, "Our job is to get people working and help them get back on their feet." The native of Marseille, France had sailed in the New Bedford fishing fleet before join­ ing the SIU in 1984 as a patrol­ man. In 1987, he became the port agent. Francois is active in the Greater New Bedford and Cape Cod Labor Council, AFLrOO and the Downtown Business Assoda- - i ; .M:. • • ..Kt' lj' 'f Sill's Francois Named To Regional Job Panel Port Agent Henri Francois is one of the newest members of the New Bedford (Mass.) Regional Employment Board. Mayor Rosemary S. Tiemey notified Francois by letter of the one-year appointment to the board that oversees state and federal job training programs for the southeastern Massachusetts city and neighboring towns. He joins 20 other private and public sector representatives in trying to secure grants that will help to im­ prove economic conditions. In accepting the appointment, which runs until September 30, 1993, Francois noted the economic problems in New Bed­ ford. As part of the board, Fran­ '.1. MM The New Bedford, Mass. fishing fleet—including the SlU-crewed Luso American I, Lady of Grace and Luso American It—participated in the Bless­ ing of the Fleet celebration August 16. Several hundred Seafarers were involved in the day-long event. The vessels sailed past the docks where they received their annual blessing. Crewmem- bers invited their families and friends aboard the decorated vessels to take part in the ceremonies. SIU members, who sail on 100 bdats, catch groundfish like cod, haddock, flounder and sole. Vessels can be out for days at a time before bringing home their loads to the nation's largest per catch fishing port. tion. Besides New Bedford, other communities that fall within the regional employment board in­ clude Acushnet, Dartmouth, Fairhaven, Freetown, Lakeville, Marion, Mattz^isett, Rochester and Wareham. 'M' .. ' ? '.f" If. New Bedford Port Agent Henri Francois (left), who was appointed by New Bedford's mayor to a regional job-training review board, speaks with Steward/Baker Anthony Piazza aboard the SlU-crewed Metfor Stephen W. Pless. •I- f, . �mi ••;#r P.'.''>^''.^ ' J' 'v!-fvjj'? • i'i''-liTi« rirtrii-r" -ir-' I' ri ••'•"-I • ifi i«'-••« Ir'liiiin • 1" i" 'n iiii i" I 16 •• - ' ' - '--'—-—-• •• ^ •• ' " : '• • - ' ' "_- ocmmti9K SE6FMBISL0G OCTOBER 1992 ';-i-"r'"' ;X'.--••-.•:?••-.- • • '^' '. • • *'t-J.V SBkFMERSLOG -•y.^.y'iy-^ 17 s.pi ir:kf. •Cf- .i?" i,;ri ^'1A •••R ' •••i i r wm J ' f :n •: Engine Ulilily Man Rafael Canipoi; checks Ihe valves in the prinmeroorTi of the liicj BonfJCjiioii. t& sSsWW*. i„ " J'V.;AA f mt { •••'V.-'', -''I'M iraBSBil -r'A'" •' • J#' Ctiiel Cook Isaac Rivera ladles out soup ft; [PI' .Uk'ft/'•' :.^ : . kl :•••--.• ..i.,--,v •. H".*, <ip .% , 'difSite i' "Z.rvMj' 4_''-• • . ^ . -'K . , i •••:>',•• -" • l''4 'v'-y •'. m '•. •i^'f Crowley Seafarers On the Job In San Juan ':| •'If' • V - <:! Sisl •VmsiP: New Santurce-Based Port Agent Photographs SlU Men at Work rSSi IWv Si Captain J.J. Ramon (lett) mof.'ts with Chief Mate Mictiael Lydick bodoro sailinn. mg Cook LLIIS Bonilla stops off at ttio oflice to cireck in before boniding, - - I\ f '•*>'•'.,?--rV<, "• " ,^ < • ' "'-f-<>'r--f.: - «s V i Port Agont Steve FJui^ (left) and Patrolman Angel Hernandez (right) answer f iaeslions fro,m memtrois Leoncio Cancel (in helmet) and Miguel Vazc|uez, :.-:v .. - Among the Seafarers who are based in Puerto Rico are those men: bers working for Crowley Maritime at its Caribbean hub in San Juan< s, new San Juan Port Agent JSteve Ruiz toought a .,for the Sec^ersWG. career with the union in 1971 when he gradiiated ftom the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School in class 79. He sailed as a QMED and electrician and obtained his second engineer steam license before J coming ashore to work for the union eight years ago. > I Before reporting to Santurce, Ruiz worked in the Houston hallos , previous assignments included Honolulu, New Orleans and Piney Point. K: -A ?••:'• . ,' • ^ ' ''-H •'' ^ "••"•• S'S-: "I look forward to working with the membership in and around Santurce," Ruiz told the Seafarers LOG. *We are here to service the membersapd their families. Holding a union meeting are (left to right) Port Agent Steve Ruiz, Captains Emerito Rivera, Antonio Colon and Victor Rosado, AB Ivan Coraliz, Asst Port Capt. Juan Velez, AS Hector Resto, Shoregang Foreman Angel Charriez and Patrolman Angel Hernandez. From l^to right, Miguel Rodriguez, Francisco Figueroa, Alfonso Morales, Jose Caceres, Rene Pedraza, Leoncio Cancel, Ivan Quiles, Felix Barroso and Luis Arias handie maintenance for Crowley boats in Puerto Rico. Cnwiey Mariiime Celebrates One Hundred Years of OrowUi Crowley Maritime Corporation celebrates those taking part in 1957 when the U.S. its 100th anniversary this year. From its start government began an operation to resupply in 1892 when Thomas Crowley purchased a remote Alaskan installations on an annual Whitehall rowboat and started ferrying sup- basis. By 1975, the project became a wholly plies and mariners in San Francisco Bay, the owned Crowley service, company has grown to be a worldwide operaAfter designing and building in 1965 a tion. new class of tugs with pilothouse control, For Seafarers, Crowley Maritime with Crowley started three years later to transport which theSIU has a long history of collective cargo to Prudhoe Bay, Alaska to assist in the bargaining means red stacks, white houses constmction of the trans-Alaska pipeline, and black hulls—whether they are on a tugCrowley acquired Trailer Marine boat towing a RO/RO barge from Jackson- Transport (TMT) in 1974. TMT, founded 20 ville, Fla. to San Juan, P.R. or aRO/RO vessel years earlier, was operating triple deck, 580offloading in a South American port. But the foot barges in the largest roll-off/roll-on company's history reveals it began as a local (RO/RO) trade from U.S. southeastern and operation with its sights set on growth. gulf ports to the Caribbean. By 1984, By 1906, Crowley already had added Crowley expanded the size of its RO/RO gasoline-powered launches to his fleet. The barges to 730 feet, name of the company became Crowley In 1986-87, the company entered the Launch and Tugboat Company with a motto RO/RO vessel trade. First, Crowley purof "Anything, Anywhere, Anytime, On chased Coordinated Caribbean Transport Water." The company's office—^a two-story based in Miami. Then, it inaugurated s^cture—was a visible part of the San Fran- American Transport Lines. By 1990, the Cisco waterfront. RO/ROs were concentrating on trade beAs Ijie company continued to grow, tween the U.S., the Caribbean, Central Crowley purchased in 1918 a quarter interest America and South America. During the Perin the Red Stack tugs of Shipowners and sian Gulf war, several of the RO/ROs were Merchants Towboat Company in San Fran- chartered to the Military Sealift Command to Cisco. Eventually, the company acquired transport materiel to, then from, Saudi complete ownership. Arabia. During the 1920s, operations expanded This year, Crowley reorganized all of its north into Puget Sound, Wash. Coastwise oil subsidiaries into two companies: Crowley transportation by barge was added as a ser- American Transport for liner services and vice in 1939. Crowley Maritime Services for contract serTwo Crowley subsidiaries were among vices. -rv rhzWftlrSfSsSli ':y' '••'Pz ;;,>:%!>.'• ;• •S 'S ' ' . ••H-" •j'k' �! ir-.l. -,. '-v.;;'..-*' ;'• </'•.!•.», '«••';-.'"'••i^ 'f.-rf' 18 •<'•' - j^'V%r .. ^•' i -i .- v-^.' -v -'•• V','- •'': ""' •,..-•- . OCWBER1992 SEHfiWE^JlOfi Cadreau: AB/Wheelsman by Day, Computer Expert by Night _ ^ •': AB/Wheetsman Cliff Cadreau logs Into his shipboard computer. - * • „.! Cliff Cadreau stays busy every waking minute he is aboard the Indiana Harbor. An ' AB/wheelsman by day, the SIU member since 1968 * can be found working athis shipboard computer the rest of the time, either researching information, playing games or teaching others. In little more than five years, Cadreau has taught himself, his family and his shipmates how to use computers. For the last four sailing seasons on the Great Lakes, he has brought one of his five com­ puters on board and set up shop in his quarters. "There's not that much to it," Cadreau told a reporter fof the Seafarers LOG. "I built my own system and (on his computer) play the organ and games, run spread sheets and do word processing, research and graphics." When he first brought his terminal and printer aboard Ae American Steamship Company self-unloader, the deck department member was the object of curiosity. Many of the crewmembers were afraid to touch the system. Cadreau has noted an increased acceptance of and interest in computers. "Now when someone •MA to do something crkmAtllinO on asks me on 11 my computer for them, I teach them how so they can do it themselves, he Cadreau keeps the computer on the ship when he signs off for vacation. He knows his shipmates will look after the equipment. At his home in Taylor, Mich., Cadreau par­ ticipates ina 600-member computer club he started with hackers from across the country. Known as Dr. Delete's Computer Club, the members "share new information and the latest technology. We also help each other work out bugs in different systems. Cadreau's interest in computers began when he bought one with the intention of giving it to his children. "They didn't get that one because I started playing Dungeons and Dragons (a computer game) so I had to buy another for them." The LOOO-foot Indiana Harbor, one of the largest ships on the Great Lakes, began sailing in 1979. The iron ore carrier generally loads in the Twin Harbors region of Duluth, Minn./Superior, Wis. and unloads at various ports along Lakes Michigan, Huron and Erie. V , ... .1 .•'••'-ff; , '. . - r- -J - . Preparing to swing the basket over for another load are Deckhand Dennis Fitzpatrick (left) and AB/Wheelsman Cliff Cadreau. Heading for their next assignments on board the AB/Watchman Bill Padgett keeps an eye on the Indiana Harbor are Deckhands Saleh Saieh (left) crew while AB/Watchman Brian Wagner operates and Allan Johnson. the hatch cover lift. Your Family Photos Here ie«" Second Cook Ahmed Nasser Ready to head into town is QMED makes sure the crew is well fed. Mjke LaBar. 'mm 'PamUtf The Seafarers LOG is interested in publishing a greater number of photos of SIU members' families at home or on vacation. Beginning with the November edition of the Seafarers LOG, photos sent in by SIU members will be includ^. Bosun Mark Fraley checks the hatch covers on the Indiana Harbor. Color as well as black-and-white [diotogra]^ are acoeptable. When sending photos to the LOG, be sure to identify the individuals from left to right. Also, indicate iftheirfiotoshould be returned. Sendphotos and identifications to Seafarras LCXJ, 5201 Auth Way, C^ampS{mngs, MD 20746. '.1 �SEAFARERS LOG Cruise Meal Service Hums, Thanks to GUs, Porters ¥: ^'^'... While the stewards, cooks and chefs aboard a cruise ship like the SS Constitution get rave reviews from passengers, the work of these galley gang members would not be as successful if it were not for the efforts of the true behindthe-scenes personnel—the porters and general utilities (GUs). From food preparation to meal presentation, the Constitution's jorters and GUs are the glue that )inds the many aspects of the cruise vessel's nearly 24-hour culinary service. According to Chief Steward Patrick Olin, "These members are the lifeblood of the galley. Without them doing all they do, we couldn't do the special things for the meals that make our A load of dishes is ready for the voyages memorable." dishwasher, thanks to General Utility Galley Doniciano Nonato. Of this group, porters— dressed in their aqua uniforms— are the crewmembers seen on deck by passengers. They serve as the runners between the galley and various locations on the deck where food is served. They also make sure a generous supply of eating utensils is at hand. Below deck, the general utilities are the assistants for the many cooks and chefs preparing meals. These members clean and wash vegetables and fruits to niake them ready for the stewards. They also handle the dirty work of cleaning the galley be­ tween meals. The pace is hectic as the galley is in use almost con­ tinuously due to all the meals and snacks offered on the American Hawaii Cruises vessel. •S-: - :W - - • Porters Shirley Rlmmer and Michael Smith set up one of the many buffets for passengers on the Constitution. Pa; i-;--''-" -i'x/ .'Y-v. I,. a mm Handing out trays for a poolslde Porter Stan Castro stands by to General Utility Cook SalahAlmunThe galley Is a family affair for cousins Porter Salah Mohammed (left) lunch Is Porter Johanis Chrlstln. return the dirty trays to the galley, tasser peels canots for dinner. and General Utility Galley Muzald Mohammed. •'-.-.J l-p- i«ai- f - t • • r- 11 m "'- : V a 4 im I •- . �0CmBt19S2 SBVUimKLOB On OS Philly, Seafarer Negron Reports Smooth Sailing "Everything is going fine aboard the Overseas Philadel­ phia," reported Chief Pumpman San Anthony Negron to the Seafarers LOG. Negron captured in photographs some of the action among the SIU crewmembers serving on the Maritime Overseas vessel as it made the Valdez run between the Alaskan port and various west coast ports, like San Francisco and Seattle, Wash. "We have a good crew on board, led by Bosun Raul ' Iglesias," Negron said. "And the , food prepared by Chief Steward . Jonathan White and Chief Cook Joe Brooks has been great." The Overseas Philadelphia carries Alaskan crude oil from the port of Valdez to various refineries along the west coast. An average round trip for the near 700-foot ship takes about seven days. Gangway watch in Alaska means being prepared for cold weather as OS All Mohamad (left) and Chief Pumpman San Anthony Negron discover. . 7iit- I® Bosun Raul Iglesias leads a work detail to the ship's deck. Working on a boiler gauge is Chief ® ®®" Pumpman San Anthony Negron. gineroom is DEU Mike Morgan. AFL-CIO, SHI Endorse Clinton / Gore TIcitet Preparing the week's menu is Lunch is offered to a crewmember Steward Assistant Cecilio Suare^ Chief Steward Jonathan White, by Chief Cook Joe Brooks. handles galley clean-up chores. Continued from page 3 U.S. Qov^ Flmls AU Job Export Continued from page 3 $102.4 million since 1984. U.S. assistance accounts for 94 percent ofFUSADES' total budget. This is just one example of a policy called "Trade, Not Aid" instituted early in the Reagan ad­ ministration. The stated aim of the policy was to shift U.S. foreign aid from the government to the private sector. A 1985 AID policy paper said the program would "foster the growth of productive, self-sustaining in­ come and Job producing private enterprise in developing countries." Since the implementation of "Trade, Not Aid,]' the U.S. government has obligated more than $1.3 billion to investment and trade promotion projects, many of which are designed to close U.S. factories and bring them to the Caribbean and Central America to take ad­ vantage of low-wage, non-union workers. Dollars Fund Building After running ads like the one noted earlier, AID then supplied the funds needed to build plants for U.S. manufacturers to use. In 1988 alone, $32 million were al­ located to fond start-up costs for the construction of 129 factory buildings. An additional $5 mil­ lion were diverted from U.S. Food for Peace aid to El Salvador to build a 72,000 square foot free zone factory now occupied by a U.S. manufacturer. FUSADES is just one of II U.S. government-funded Central American and Csril'l'®®® invest­ ment and export promotion or­ ganizations with operations in the United States. The countries where AID has supplied funds for their projects include—with total taxpayer dollars given since 1983_are Honduras, $43.5 mil­ lion; Jamaica, $34.9 million; Costa Rica, $32.5 million; Guatemala, $10 million; Dominican Republic, $11 mil­ lion; Panama, $10.9 million; Haiti, $7.7 million; Nicaragua, $15 million; Belize, $4.5 million; and the Caribbean region, $17.2 million. Thanks to these initiatives, 500,000 Americans in the textiles and apparel industries have lost their jobs while 200,000 electronics workers have seen their plants flee the country. Job losses have occurred all over the country, but primarily in the southeastern comer of the U.S. Among the "all-American" names taking advantage of these programs are Levi Strauss, J.C. Penney, Saks Fifth Avenue, Sears and Wal Mart. Blacklists Maintained But workers in Central America and the Caribbean are like American workers in that they want raises and a chance to organize and seek better working conditions. Most of the workers ate female, under 18 years of ajge and live in poverty, even with these jobs. What happens when they speak up? Workers are fired and blacklisted to keep them from being hired by other U.S. manufacturers. The illegal lists are maintained with the knowledge of U.S. authorities. Projects funded by AID in El Salvador and Honduras collaborate with zone administra­ tions and U.S. companies to maintain blacklists of union or­ ganizers. Congressional Action Urged replacement of striking workers. Clinton's plan for economic recovery includes: • Creating new jobs by invest­ ing $20 billion in rebuilding America's infrastructure^ • Stopping the export of U.S. jobs by eliminating tax incentives for shutting down U.S. plants and moving them overseas. • Increasing tax rates on the wealthiest two percent of Americans while providing tax relief for the middle class. • Overhauling the U.S. health care system so costs would be brought under control and health care would be available to every American. Clinton's running mate is con­ sidered one of the leading voices in Congress on issues of concern to worfing people. Following his endorsement by the federation, Clinton said, "While the rich cashed in, the for­ gotten middle class—^the people who work hard and play by the rules—^took it on the chin. They worked harder for lower incomes and paid higher taxes to a govern­ ment that failed to produce what we need: good jobs in a growing economy, world class education, affordable health care and safe streets and neighborhoods. The working poor had the door of op­ portunity slammed in their face." Clinton and Gore received 99.8 percent of the votes cast by delegates from the AFL-CIO af­ filiated unions, the federation's trade and industrial departments and state and local AFL-CIOs. The congressional mandate to the U.S. foreign assistance pro­ gram is "to help the poor majority of the people in developing countries to participate in a process of equitable growth through productive work and to influence decisions that shape their lives, with the goal of in­ creasing their incomes and their access to public services which will enable them to satisfy their basic needs and lead lives of decency, dignity and hope." The national federation of trade unions, the AFL-CIO, as early as last year called on. Con­ gress to investigate the activities of AID. "American taxpayer's money should not be used to ex­ port U.S. jobs overseas, or for activities which lead to the exploitation of workers in other nations," said Robert M. McGlotten, the director of the AFLCIO Department of Legislation, in a letter to the chairmen of House and Senate committees overseeing foreign relations. "The Agency for International Development's efforts to export U.S. jobs are unconscionable, especially during a period of severe recession and widespread unemployment at home," AFLCIO President Lane Kirkland said. "No longer should U.S government programs be used to line the pockets of wealthy American business elites while throwing other Americans out of work. For American taxpayers to finance this folly is an outrage. Congress should put a stop to it at Seafarers show their enthusiastic support for the Ciinton/Gore ticket. once. ./uneri*« V' 1 • �• -^1; .. ./.'••( OimfBER 1992 •.^i^^i. ••• --SV. r i". SEAFARERS L9G Dispatchers' Report for Deep Sea AUGUST 16 — SEPTEMBER 15,1992 •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Port New York l^ladeiphia ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups ClassA ClassB ClassC Trip Relieb DECK DEPARTMENT Norfolk Mobile New Orleans ^ksonville San Francisco 25 Wilmington 16 Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St. Louis fimjyP^nrt Algonac Totals Port New York niiladelphii^ Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans iiibksbiiville San Francisco 18 Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St. Louis Pii^y Point Algonac Totals Port New York »hia' 3 ' Bkdttmoae 4 Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco 37 Wilmington Seattle 17 Puerto Rico 5 Honolulu 9 Eknistoii '•'M St; Louis Piney Point 3 Algonac "•"0 Totals 149 21 November & December Membership Meetings Deep Sea, Lakes, iniand Waters Piney Point Monday: November 2, December 7 New York Tuesday: November 3, December 8 Philadelphia Wednesday: November 4, December 9 Baltimore Thursday: November 5, December 10 ^ v 1 Norfolk Thursday: November 5, December 10 Jacksonville Thursday: November 5, December 10 Algonac Friday: Novemter 6, December 11 Houston Monday: November 9, December 14 New Orleans Tuesday: November 10, December 15 Mobile Thursday: November 12; Wednes^y, December 16 SanFrancisco Thursday: November 12, December 17 Wilmington Monday: November 16, December21 Seattle Friday: November 20; Monday, December 28 San Juan Thursday: November 5, December 10 St. Louis Friday: November 13, December 18 Honolulu Duluth Thursday: November 12; Wednesday, December 16 Jersey Cify Wethi^day: November 18^ December 23 NewBedfbrtl''' .• November 17, Decemiber 22 1 3 0 19 2 0 2 0 47 9 0 2 0 10 0 100 LOUISR.PION Lost your address. Please write. CDN Bill Burke, Box 424877, San Francisco, CA 94142. EDWARD POWELL If you were bom in December 1932, raised in Bay Ridge, N.Y. and were a boyhood friend of Robert E. Zelek, please contact Mrs. Jane Zelek by FAX (718) 474-6329. PAUL LA HORDE Please contact Roger Rahor at P.O. Box 892, Miller Place, N.Y. 11764, or caU (516) 928-7169. JOHN BERNARD COUGAN Please contact John Young at 767 West 8th Ave., Eugene, OR 97402. 0 0 0 119 54 33 ENTRY DEPARTMENT I 8 5 4 16 4 46 |St. Louis 0 jPiney Point 0 Algonac 0 Totals 75 Totals All Departments 572 2 29 ' 2 270 11 4 149 ' 3 0 4 1 269 829 501 2 'mm lUliU IVCglMClCU . 11 'I -rM: •mi Personals Thinking Safety |lfen§ton I Eaeiipaf$ ,2 Port Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu ^ UIV 438 w* — 517 272 ^ 1,021 180 a* w 1,285 \ rt 916 1- ** "Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. A total of 1,407 jobs were shipped on SlU-contracted deep sea vessels. Of the 1,407jobs shipped, 438Jobs or about 31 percent were taken by "A" seniority members. The rest were fdled by «B" and «C" seniority people. From August 16 to September 15,1992, a total of 180 trip relief jobs were shipped. Since the trip relief program began on April 1,1982, a total of 17,343 jobs have been shipped. The four Seafarers who crew G&H's Andrew K have a top-notch safety record, often winning the company's safety awards. From left are Richard Guerra Sr., Tig Turner, Kenny Wall and Danny K. Mixon. •I �22 SEMFMERSLOG OCTOBER 1092 Disilatchers' Report for Great Lakes Seafarers tht&^^al Union Directory MteiiwlSacco President JohnFay Secretary-Treasurer Joseph Saceo Executive Vice President Augnstin Tellez Vice President Collective Bargaining George McCartney Vice I^sident West Co oast Roy A. •'Buck" Mercer Vice President Government Services JackCafTey Vice President Atlantic Coast Byron Kelley Vice President Lakes and Inland Waters Dean Corgey Vice President Gulf Coast .../.M'r. ' "j, I* ' - V AUGUST 16 — SEPTEMBER 15,1992 CL—Company/Lakes L—^Lakes NP—^Non Priority ' HEADQUARTERS 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 (301)899-0675 ALGONAC 520 St. Clair River Dr. Algonac, MI 48001 (313) 794-4988 BALTIMORE 1216 E. Baltimore St. Baltimore, MD 21202 (410)327-4900 DULUTH 705 Medical Arts Building Dulufh, MN 55802 (218)722-4110 HONOLULU 606KalihiSt. Honolulu, HI 96819 (808)845-5222 HOUSTON 1221 Pierce St. Houston, TX 77002 (713) 659-5152 JACKSONVILLE 3315 Liberty St. J^iksonviUe, FL 32206 (904)353-0987 JEIWIEY CITY 99 Montgomery St. Jersey ersey City, NJ 07 073O2 (201)435-9424 MOBILE 1640 Dauphin Island Pkwy. Mobile, AL 36605 (205)478-0916 NEW BEDFORD 48 Union St. New Bedford, MA 02740 (508)997-5404 NEW ORLEANS 630 Jackson Ave. New Orleans, LA 70130 (504) 529-7546 NEW YORK 675 Fourth Ave. Brooklyn, NY 11232 (71^499-6600 NORFOLK 115 Third SL Norfolk, VA 23510 (804)622-1892 PHILADELPHIA Philadelphia,"PA 'l9148 (215)336-3818 PINEYPOINT P.O. Box 75 Piney Point, MD 20674 (301)994-0010 SAN FRANCISCO 350 Fremont St. San Francisco, CA 94105 (415)543-5855 Govenuncmt Services Division (415) 861-3400 SANTURCE 1057 Fernandez Juhcos Ave. Stop 161^ Santurce, PR 00907 (809)721-4033 SEATTLE 2505 First Ave. Seattle. WA 98121 (206)441-1960 ST. LOUIS 4581 Gravois Ave. SL Louis, MO 63116 (314)752-6500 WILMINGTON 510 N. Broad Ave. Wilmington, CA 90744 (310)549-4000 ' •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups aassCL ClassL OassNP ^ TOTAL SfflPPED All Groups ClassCL ClassL QassNP DECK DEPARTMENT 0 40 8 ENGINE DEPARTMENT . 0 11 1 . STEWARD DEPARTMENT 0 Port Algonac 0 ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups QassCL ClassL ClassNP 0^1 0 ENTRY DEPARTMENT 0 0 0 7 0Wo •x ' Totals All Departments 0 91 22 0 57 9 0 89 * 'Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. IF'^ i 34 Dispatchers' Report for Inland Waters 1 AUGUST 16 — SEPTEMBER 15,1992 •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Region Atlantic Gulf Coast Lakes & Inland Wa' West Coast Totals Region Atlantic Coast Gulf Coast Lakes & Inland Waters West CoastTotals Region Atlantic Coast Gulf Coast Lakes & Inland WJ West Coast Totals TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Oass C DECK DEPARTMENT b ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Oass B Class C ' 54 13 2 2 ENGINE DEPARTMENT i:- 0 Wy. 0 0 0 0 0 0 8 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 0 1 1 Totals All Departments 51 3 15 24 2 4 172 14 * '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. SHNUBIi 1 m ATTENTION V QMEDS Per the shipping rules, a QMED can be registered only in his current clas­ sification for one calendar year, then must apply for and pass courses desig­ nated by the Lundeberg School to reach the next classification until the member becomes a QMED 1. The school has divided the courses into required and elective. An upgrader must t^e one required course and one elective class each year to move up one classification. For additional information, talk with the port agent at your nearest union hall. IN SEARCH OF FAMILY BACKGROUND Eugene Assencao is trying to contact anyone who may have shipped with or known his father, Antonio "Tony Raymond Assencao—in an effort to leam more about him, and thus, about his own background. Persons with any information may contact Eugene Assencao at 34 Schermerhorn St., No. 4, Brooklyn, NY 11201, or call (718) 858-4937. MODEL-BUILDING CLASS AT SOUTH STREET SEAPORT Beat the winter blues—sign upfor an eight-session class in model building at the South Street Seaport Museum. Under the guidance of master ship model builders Jack Putnam and Glenn Braun, complete your own scratchbuild, static model of Pioneer, an his­ toric schooner in the museum's collection. Beginners welcome. The course will take place on eight consecutive Wednesday nights, February 3 - March 24, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. The cost is $150 (this fee includes aU materials). To register or for more information, call (212) 669-9416 before January 22. SEAFARERS ON AMSEA SHIPS Any Seafarer who has sailed or is sailing on one of the following Amsea prepositioning ships is due an acrossthe-board pay increase of 4 percent retroactive to July 1,1992: 1st LL Baldomero Lopez 2nd Lt. John P. Bobo 1st Lt Jack Lummus Pfc. Dewayne T. Williams Sgt. William Button TTie company will include the in­ crease and all back monies due tn Seafarers' paychecks. 40 "MINUTE OF SILENCE" MAKES GREAT GIFT Seafarer and author Larry Reiner is providing thousands of readers a glimpse of life aboard ships. His fastpaced novel about a tanker crew in ad­ verse situations, "Minute ofSilence," is the perfect gift to get the merchant mariner who has everything. Reiner's book can be purchased for $18.95 from Integra Press, 1702 W. Camelback Road, Suite 119, Phoenix, AZ 85015. Through the Christmas holiday, when a Seafarer or pensioner orders "Minute of Silence," the publisher will include a free copy of an anthology that includes two of Reiner's short stories. The anthology usually is sold separately from Integra Press for $3.95 postpaid. Don'tdelay. Sendforyourcopy now. SIU STEWARDS, COOKS Any holiday recipes you would like to share with other Seafarers and their families can be sent to the Seafarers LOG. Please include with your recipe submission a brief description of the item being made. Also, describe your interest in cooking and working at sea. This material should be received by the LOG no later than November 13, Address your submission to Seafarers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. . -iV �OCWBER1992 SEAFAROtSLOG T he Seafarers Pension Plan this month announces the retirements of 20 members. Fourteen of those signing off sailed in the deep sea division, while four sailed in the inland division and two sailed on the Great Lakes. The shipboard departments of the SIU are losing six Seafarers trained in all aspects of galley operations. Ad^tionaUy, this month, eight deck department members and four engine depart" ment members are retiring. Two members sailed in more than one department. Brief biographical sketches of those four and the other new pensioners follow. To Our New Pensioners •. . Thanks for a Job Well Done Each month in the Seafarers LOG, the names of SIU members who recently have become pensioners appear with a brief biographical sketch. These men and women have served the maritime industry well, and the SIU and all their union brothers and sisters wish them happiness and health in the days ahead. BENJAMIN DIMAPASOC,65, joined the Seafarers in 1970 in the port of San Francisco. A native of the Philippine Islands, he sailed in the deck depart­ ment. Brother DiMapasoc has retired to San Francisco. served in the U.S. Army from 1945 to 1947. He has retired to San Leandro, Calif. Norfolk, Va. Bom in Belhaven, N.C., he sailed in the deck department. Boatman Nixon served in the U.S. Army from MICHAEL 1952 to 1953. He still lives in TREMPER, Belhaven. 48, joined the DENNIS Seafarers in ABSHIRE, 1961 in the 64, joined DEEP SEA port of Bal­ the union in timore. A na­ 1948 in the ROBERT tive of Maryland, he sailed in ADAMS, port of Port PAULDUDNIKOV,65, the engine department. Brother Arthur, 65, joined joined the union in 1979 in the Silva upgraded frequently at the SIU in Texas. He port of New York. Bom in Rus­ the Lundeberg School. He 1969 in the was bom in Louisiana and sia, he sailed in the deck depart­ resides in Baltimore. port of San sailed in the engine deparment. ment. Brother Dudnikov Francisco. A Boatman Abshire has retired to upgraded at the Lundeberg THEODORE WILLIAMS, native of Sulphur, La. School in 1982. He served in 62, joined the SIU in 1966 in Los Angeles, he sailed in the the Soviet Navy from 1952 the port of Houston. Bom in steward department. Brother CHARLES until 1957, when he defected to Greenville, Ohio, he sailed in Adams upgraded frequently at LOVERN, the U.S. Brother DudnikOv the deck department. Brother the Lundeberg School. He 62, joined resides in Hollywood, Fla. Williams upgraded at the Lun­ served in the U.S. Navy from the union in deberg School in 1975. He 1944 to 1946. He has retired to 1971 in the LOURICE served in the U.S. Army from Eugene, Ore. port of MARTIN. 1951 to 1953. Brother WilUams Philadel­ 69, joined lives in Columbus, Ohio. GEORGE phia. A nathe Marine ALTtive of Oaklyn, N.J., he sailed INLAND Cooks and SHAFFL, in the deck and engine depart­ Stewards in EARL NIXON, 62, joined the 65, joined ments. Boatman Lovem served the port of union in 1969 in the port of the union in in the U.S. Navy from 1942 Portland, 1955 in the Ore. in 1959, before that union port of New merged with the AGLIWD. He He Orleans. was bom in Louisiana and in was bom in Plattsmouth, Neb. Continuedfrompage 15 1980 completed the steward and sailed in the steward and recertiftcation course at the were among the 500 people in atten­ deck departments. Brother Lundeberg School. Brother dance. Altshaffl upgraded at the Lun­ Martin has retired to Seattle. SIU Vice President Gulf Coast Dean Cordeberg School in 1978. He gey served as master of ceremonies. In his served in the U.S. Marine JUAN opening remarks, he touched on the impor­ , Corps from 1945 to 1946. MELENtance of the upcoming presidential election Brother Altshaffl resides in St. DEZ, 65, and the effectiveness of organized labor's I^ugustine, Fla. oined the grassroots political activities. SIU in 1966 EDWARD ATKINS, 65, in the port joined the Seafarers in 1948 in of New the port of New York. Bom in North Carolina, he sailed in the York. A na­ tive of Puerto Rico, he sailed in deck department. Brother At­ the steward department. kins served in the U.S. Army Jrother Melendez resides in from 1944 until 1947. He lives Houston. in Lakewood, Calif. until 1954. He resides in Hendersonville, N.C; ii', DON MOR­ GAN, 62, joined the union in 1957 in his native Hous­ ton. He sailed in the deck department. Boatman Morgan served in the U.S. Navy from 1949 to 1953. He has retired to Corpus Christi, Texas. li 1 GREATLAKES ROBERT BAUGHMAN, 64, joined the Seafarers in 1953 in the port of Frankfort, Mich. The Michigan native sailed in the engine department. Brother Baughman has retired to Elberta, Mich. WILLIAM LESAGE, 64, joined the SIU in 1963 in the port of Detroit. He was bom in Ontario, Canada and sailed in the deck department. Brother Lesage has retired to his native Ontario. I .t •- • •' K - ^ •, '\ J J'J i.i. ^•• . , P:. i % ' * 1 SIU Joins AFL-CIO In NaUonwide Rallies JOSEPH BONNER, 49, joined the SIU in 1974 in the port of San Francisco. He was bom in Ft. Worth, Texas and sailed in the steward department. Brother Botmer has retired to Seattle. IVEY COX, 63, joined the Seafarers in 1955 in the port of New York. The native of Florida sailed in the deck department. Brother Cox has retired to Panama City, Fla. GEORGE CRAWFORD, 67, joined the SIU in 1945 in his native Mobile, Ala. He sailed in the steward department. Brother Crawford still calls Mobile home. x/' OLIVER ROBERTS, 46, joined the union in 1976 in the port of New York. Bom m ^uisiana, he sailed in the steward department. Brother Roberts upgraded at the Lunc eberg School in 1987. He served in the U.S. Army from 968 to 1970. Brother Roberts ives in Houston. EORGE SILVA, 66, oined the SIU in 1957 in the port of Philadel)hia. The na­ ive of Oakland, Calif, sailed in the engine department. Brother Silva Taking part In Mobile'sJ.abor Day festivities are members of Bosun Thomas Temple'sife family. They are (from left) Benjamin, Rosalind and Anna Temple. SIU Vice President Dean Corgey (left) and Leroy Bruner of the Longshoremen's union, greet Congressman Craig Washington at Houston's annual Labor Day breakfast. Holding the SIU banner In the Mobile parade In Detroit, SIU Vice President Byron Kelley (left) was are Safety Director Ed Kelly and Bosun Cal­ featured on a local radio call-in show. With him are Bob vin Miles. In front are brothers Antonio and Bauer (center), the program's host, and Ray Flynn, mayor of Boston, Mass. Charles Collier. I b' 1 , i �Mi 24 oematiaaz SEAFMRBISIM Know Your Rights FINANCIAL REPORTS. and the employers. Members refrained from publishing any ar­ familiarize themselves with its and contributes to political can­ The constitution of the SIU At­ should get to know their shipping ticle serving the political pur­ contents. Any time a member didates for elective office. All lantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland rights. Copies of these contracts poses of any individual in the feels any other member or officer contributions are voluntapr. No Waters District makes specific are posted and available in all union, officer or member. It also is attempting to deprive him or contribution may be solicited or provision for safeguarding the union halls. If members believe has refrained from publishing ar­ her of any constitutional right or received because of force, job dis­ membership's money and union there have been violationsof their ticles deemed harmful to the obligation by any methods, such crimination, financial reprisal, or Hnances. The constitution re­ shipping or seniority rights as union or its collective member­ as dealing with charges, trials, threat of such conduct, or as a If -: quires a detailed audit by certified contained in the contracts be­ ship. Tbis established policy has etc., as well as all other details, condition of membership in the public accountants every year, tween the union and the been reaffirmed by membership the member so affected should union or of employment. If a con­ which is to be submitted to the employers, they should notify the action at the September 1960 inunediately notify headquarters. tribution is made by reason of the membership by the secretary- Seafarers Appeals Board by cer­ meetings in all constitutional EQUAL RIGHTS. AU mem­ above improper conduct, the treasurer. A yearly finance com­ tified mail, return receipt re­ ports. The responsibility for bers are guaranteed equal rights member should notify the •" V-, ' • •'•• mittee of rank-and-file members, quested. The proper address for Seafarers LOG policy is vested in employment and as members Seafarers International Union or .Vil' g I elected by the membership, each this is: in an editorial board which con­ of the SIU. These rights are clear­ SPAD by certified mail within 30 year examines the finances of the sists of the executive board of ly set forth in theSIU constitution days of the contribution for in­ Augustin Tellez, Chairman union and reports fully their findthe union. The executive board and in the contracts which the vestigation and appropriate ac­ Seafarers App^ Board ings and recommendations. may delegate, from among its union has negotiated with the tion and refund, if involuntary. 5201 Auth Way Members of this committee may ranks, one individual to carry employers. Consequently, no A member should support Camp Springs, MD 20746 make dissenting reports, specific member may be discriminated SPAD to protect and further his Full copies of contracts as out this responsibility. recommendations and separate refened to are available to mem­ PAYMENT OF MONIES. against because of race, creed, or her economic, political and findings. bers at all times, either by writing No monies are to be paid to anyone color, sex, national or geographic social interests, and American TRUST FUNDS. All trust directly to the union or to the in any official capacity in the SIU origin. If any member feels that trade union concepts. .jn»funds of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Seafarers Appeals Board. unless an official union receipt is he or she is denied the equal rights Lakes and Inland Waters District CONTRACTS. Copies of all given for same. Under no cir­ to which he or she is entitled, the are administered in accordance SIU contracts are available in all cumstances should any member member should notify union with the provisions of various SIU halls. These contracts specify pay any money for any reason un­ headquarters. ii\,v trust fund agreements. All these the wages and conditions undOT less he is given such receipt In die SEAFARERS POLITICAL agreements specify that the trus­ which an SIU member works and event anyone attempts to require ACTIVITY DONATION — tees in charge of these funds shall lives aboard a ship or boat Mem­ any such payment be made wiAout SPAD. SPAD is a separate equally consist of union and bers should know their contract supplying a receipt or if a member segregated fund. Its proceeds are If at any time a member feels management representatives and rights, as weU as their obligations, is r^uir^ to make a payment and used to further its objects and pur­ that any of the above rights their alternates. All expenditures such as filing for overtime (OT) on is given an official receipt but feels poses including, but not limited have been violated, or that he or and disbursements of trust funds the proper sheets and in the proper that he or she should not have been to, furthering the political, social she has been denied the con­ are made only upon approval by manner. If, at any time, a member required to make such payment and economic interests of stitutional right of access to a majority of Ae trustees. All trust believes that an SIU patrolman or this should immediately be maritime workers, the preserva­ union records or information, fund financial records are avail­ other union official to protect reported to union headquarters. tion and furthering of the the member should immedi­ able at the headquarters of the their contractual rights properly, he CONSTITUTIONAL American merchant marine with ately notify SIU President various trust funds. or she should contact the nearest RIGHTS AND OBLIGA­ improved employment oppor­ Michael Sacco at headquarters SHIPPING RIGHTS. A SIU port agent. TIONS. Copies of the SIU con­ tunities for seamen and boatmen by certified mail, return receipt member's shipping rights and EDITORIAL POLICY — stitution are available in all union and the advancement of trade requested. The address is 5201 seniority are protected exclusive­ THE SEAFARERS LOG. The halls. All members should obtain union concepts. In connection Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD ly by contracts between the union Seafarers LOG traditionally has copies of diis constitution so as to with such objects, SPAD supports 20746. LOG-A-RHYTHU SIU Scholarship Applications Will Be Accepted Until April 15 I ,i. The Old Ship and the Man The cost of a college education con­ photograph, certified copy of birth cer­ tinues to rise each year. But for tificate, high school transcript and cer­ Seafarers and their dependents, help in tification of graduation or official copy attaining additional schooling is avail­ of high school equivalency scores, col­ able in the form of the Seafarers lege transcript, letters of reference and Scholarship Program. SAT or ACT results. Seven scholarships will be awarded April 15 Deadline in 1993. Three are reserved for SIU Schools can be very slow in han­ members (one in the amount of $15,000 transcript requests, so applicants for a four-year scholarship to a college dling be sure to submit their requests to must or university and two $6,000 two-year those institutions as soon as possible. scholarships for study at a vocational The ACT and SAT exams are given school or community college). The approximately six times a year on other four scholarships will be awarded specified dates. The applicant should be to spouses and dependent children of to take whichever exam is required Seafarers. Each of these four is a sure by the college or trade school to which $15,000 stipend for study at a four-year he or she is applying. (In order to en­ college or university. sure that the test re^ts reach the nionnauon AVBiiaiiiB scholarship committee in time for its Eligibility requirements fi>r Seafarers deliberations, ACTor SAT tests must and their spouses and unmarried depend­ be taken no later than February ents are spelled out in a booklet which 1993.) Also, now is a g(^ time for the contains an application form. It is available applicant to start thiiddng about who by filling out and letuming die coupon should be asked to write letters of recommendation. below to the Seafaros Wel^ Plan. Once all the paperwork has been Completing the application form, it­ self, is not very difficult. What will t^e completed and the application form is more time, however, is gathering all the filled out, the entire package should be other necessary paperwork. This in­ sent to the SeafarersWelfare Plan on or cludes an autobiographical statement. before April 15,1993. Book Number. Oh the stories she could have told. About all the years she had sailed so bold. She had seen bays become men while riding her decks. And ocean after oceem she had given them her best. She had fought great storms with waves fifty feet high. And as each was over, she sailed on with pride. She had sailed the whole world to far away lands. From China to Italy and Afghanistan. She never lost a life since they put her afloat. And as she goes down, the crew safely watch from her lifeboats. Everyone's safe—all safe and sound. As the oV girl shivers and shakes and then goes on down. No one seems to care that she's gone today. Except maybe the insurance co. that will have to pay. And as she sailed off so sharp and true, With her decks all sparkling and new. j Address. They had made their first trip together—this ship and this man. But tww she was gone—to no man's land. • City, State, Zip Code Telephone Number. L He read in the paper where an old ship went down. Somewhere in the sea just off of Capetown. For it was on her decks that he became a man. While sailing away to some far away land. Name I I Jack Sheffield sailed in the SIU from 1963 to 1968 as a member of the deck department. The resident of Mobile, Ala., in a letter sent to the LOG with this poem, said he enjoys keeping up with maritime news and looks back fondly to his days in the merchant marine. But as the old man starts to read. He thinks back to the day he first hit the high seas. J niease send me the 1993 SIU Scholarship Program booklet which contains information, procedures for applying and the application form. I * eligibility « This application is for: by Jack Sheffield Self There's a tear in his eye as he lays the paper aside. Then he leans back in his rocker and closes his eyes. Dependent Mail this completed form to Scholarship Program, Seafarers Welfare Plan, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. •/ r'' i | 1 Her life is over, her courses all ran. But for him tomorrow is another day in life's shifting sands. �V " OCWBBt 1992 5ElllillflSIISilM; Digest of Ships Meetings The Seafann LOG attempts to print as many digests of union shipboafd minutes as possible. On occasion, because of space limitations, some will be omitted. Ships minutes first are revlevifed by the union's contract depart­ ment Those Issues requiring attention or resolution are addressed by the union upon receipt of the ships minutes. The minutes am then forwarded to the Seafarers LOG. GLOBAL SEimNEL(TT3nsOceanic Cable), April 27 — Chair­ man J. Olson, Secretary K. Rosiek, Educational Director J. Smitko. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew discussed medical benefits. Next port: Baltimore. MV CONSTELLATION (Maersk Lines), May 8 — Chairman Brad­ ford Shelly, Secretary B. Tyler, Education^ Director M. Rivera, £>eck Delegate Scott Murrain, En­ gine Delegate Donald Ackerman, Steward Delegate Florencio Umali. Chairman reported new contract between Maersk and MSC covering the Constellation. Educa­ tional director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. C>eck delegate reported inadequate lighting in lower holds. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: Gaidand, Calif. SEA-LAND DEFENDER (SeaLand Service), May 17 — Chair­ man Ken McGregor, Secretary John Alamar, Educational Direc­ tor Daniel Dean. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Ship has been without juice machine for two-anda-half trips. MVPAUL 0l/CK(Ocean Shipholding), June 14 — Chair­ man George Khan, Secretary Steve Parker, Educational Direc­ tor Cliff Miles, Deck Delegate Joseph Schneider, Engine Delegate Lionel Lee, Steward Delegate Alphonso Young. Chair­ man reported ship needs new wash­ ing machine. Sectary thanked all hands for helping keep pantry clean. Educational director stressed importance of upgrading at Lun­ deberg School. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Radio is needed for messhall. Crew thanked steward department for good job. GREEN ISLAND (Waterman Steamship), June 7 — Chairman Marvin Zimhro, Secretary J.H. Gleaton, Educational Director W. Jones. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: Newport News, Va. MV CONSTELLATION(Maersk Lines), June 17 — Chairman Brad One More Trip Shelly, Secretary B. Tyler, Educa­ tional Director W. Payne, Deck Delegate S. Murrain, Steward Delegate F. Ymali. Educational director encouraged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Washer and dryer still not working properly. Crew thanked galley gang for job well done. Crew noted that with the loss of Subic Bay as port of call, the friendliness and hospitality of the Philippines' people will be missed. OVERSEAS JOYCE (Maritime Overseas), June 21 — Chairman K. Herzstein, Secretary J. Rapoza, Deck Delegate Mark Billiot, Engine Delegate Roger Sharp, Steward Delegate E. Leeper. Chairman announced payoff. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No bwfs or disputed OT reported. Crew reported that while in Balboa, they spotted and picked up seven refugees from Cuba in homemade raft. Next port: Houston. ULTRAMAX(Seali{t, Inc.), June 21 — Chairman Glen James, Secretary T. Hanson, Educational Director R. Bolin, Deck Delegate Michael Johnson, Engine Delegate PhiUip Patton, Steward Delegate Fred Lindsey. Education­ al director encouraged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Cieck delegate discussed details of contract for this ship. No beefs or disputed OT report^. Crew asked contracts department for clarifica­ tion on QMED job description and wage. Crew thanked galley gang for good work. AMERICAN CONDOR (American Transportation Inc.), July 5—Chairman M. McCardie, Educational Director Joe Graham, Deck Delegate Charles Quales, &igine Delegate Dave White, Steward Delegate Robert Laidler. Chairman reported phones ate inoperative. No brofs or disputed OT reported. Crew tlunked steward department GALVESTON BAY (Sea-Land Service), July 19 — Chairman John Bertolino, Secret^ O. Castagnino. Educational Directors. Kues, Deck Delegate Douglas Flynt, Engine Delegate Fred Tierney. Steward Delegate Frank Tirado. Chairman noted every­ thing running smoothly. No brofs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked contracts department for clarification on transportation to vessel. Next port: Charleston, S.C. ITB NEW YORK(Sheridan Transportation), July 29 — Chair­ man John Wolfe, Secretary F. Cordero, Deck Delegate M. Perry, Engine Delegate Abraham Daif, Steward Delegate Edward Dunn. Crew asked contracts department to look into possibility of increasing medical benefits. Bosun Clyde Smith com­ pletes another voyage, as the American Heritage pays off In Mobile. OVERSEAS ALICE (Maritime Overseas), July 17 — Chairman Steve Copeland, Secreta^ G. Griswold, Educational Director Jack Singletary, Deck Delegate Jay Grayson, Engine Delegate Kenneth Biddle, Steward Delegate Tony Tabage. New furni­ ture is needed for crew lounge. Crewmembers need new mattres­ ses. Chairman announced payoff. He noted AB John Neff has donated a videotape rewinder and head cleaner. Secretary thanked crew for cleanliness. Educational director urged members to take ad­ vantage of upgrading opportunities at Lundeberg School. Steward delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or engine delegates. Chair­ man thanked galley gang and stated this is the best food he has had during seven years on board. Next port: Tampa, Fla. SUGAR ISLANDER (Pacific Gulf Marine), July 13 — Chairman William Dean, Secretary Ceaser Blanco, Educational Director Clif­ ton Hall, Deck Delegate Henry Selles. Chairman urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Engine delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or steward delegates. Crew asked contracts department to seek change which would allow deckhands to go on day work when vessel exceeds 24 hours in port. All departments were thanked for jobs well done. Crew observed one minute of silence in memory of departed brothers and sisters. thanks to all crewmembers for smooth and injury-ftee military ex­ ercise. "Freedom Banner 1992" was completed August 2 off San Diego. Crew thanked galley gang for job well done. Bnsh, Deck Delegate S. Luna, En­ gine Delegate E. Young, Steward Delegate R. Tarantfaio. Education­ al director reminded members to fol­ low safe^regulations and upgrade at Lundeberg School. Nobeefe cv dis­ puted OTreported. Crew was reminded to rewind videotqres abet viewing. Crew thanked steward department forjob well done. Next port: Charleston, S.C. CHARLESTON(Westchester Marine), August 20 — Chairman Anthony Malen, Secretary S. In­ gram, ^ucational Director Richard Gracey, Deck Delegate Evan Bradley, Engine Delegate Leroy Williams, Steward Delegate G. Rios. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Lun­ deberg School. Steward delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or engine delegates. N^DLLOYD lfl/DSCMV(Sea-Land Service), August 2—Chairman C. James, Secretary C Kenny, Deck Delegate F. Rivera, Steward Delegate Gwdon Wheder. No beefs ordisputed OT ratted. Electrician clarified that his OT was submitted to chief engineer, not chief mate. Crew thanked steward depart­ ment Next port Houston. SAMUEL L. COBB (Ocean Shipholding), August 2 — Chair­ man K. Koutouras, Secretary R. Crawford, Educational Director R. Kindred, Deck Delegate K. ITB BALTIMORE(Sheridan Transportation), August 7 — Chair­ man Jim Rogers, Secretary AMERICAN EAGLE(Pacific Gulf Marine), August 14 — Chair­ man Billy E^twood, Secretary K. Deegan, Educational Director K. Katsalis, l>eck Delegate H. Gib­ son, Steward Delegate R. McCausland. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew received fiiniiture. Crew reported P.X. privilege was not extended in Bremerhaven, Germany. Crew thanked galley gang for outstanding work. AMERICAN HERITAGE(Apex Marine), August 26 — Chairman Clyde Smith Jr., Educational Director C. Scott, Deck Delegate Wilfredo Cruz, Engine Delegate A. Atiah, Steward Delegate B. Johnson. Secretary reported ship would take on stores in Mobile, Ala. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew gave vote of thanks to steward department. CHARLES L. BROWN(TransOceanic Cable), August 27 — Chairman J. Harrington, Secretary P. Bri^, Educational Director W. Carrol, Engine Delegate J. Canada, Steward Delegate W. Smith. Problem with air conditioning continues. Chair­ man announced payoff and cookout. No beefs or disputed OT reported. SGT. W.R. BUTTON (Amsca), August 7 — Chairman S. Berscher, Secretary K. White, Educational Director M. Blackbum, Deck Delegate J. Mazzaferro. Engine Delegate T. Christensen, Steward Delegate K. Johnson. Chairman announced payoff. Secretary thanked crew for keeping ship cleari. Educational director encouraged all members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. He said school is excellent place to vacation. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew received response from contracts department but re­ quested further clarification on pay raise. Captain R. Home conveyed ;• !-• • v . •> J Greetings from Portland .it. 1 i -H 'i A" ^ :fc ''- v.: P .:A ; •\ • ' / '. • % ; ••• ' AMERICAN CONDOR (American Transportation Inc.), August 28 — Chairman Michael McCardic^ Secretary Carlos Sier­ ra, Educational Director Joe Graham, Deck Delegate Charles Quales, Engine Delegate Dave White, Steward Delegate Robert Laidler. Chairman reviewed change in contract regarding registration procedures. Education­ al director distributed upgrading in­ formation. Steward delegate reported beef. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or engine delegates. Engine delegate thanked SA Rob Laidler and DEU Troy Williams for jobs well done. fl"/- '1' f ' V'v • a This photo was snapped while the Brooks Range was in the Portland shipyard. S U crewmembers, from left, are AB Donald Morrison, OS Yahya Ghaleb, AB Lee Selico, QMED Bob Hamil and Wiper Nasser Muzayyad. > - i. •• ••••«:• 'it • I'.'- v i r--' .J.. Amat, Steward Delegate Tom Bar­ rett. No beefs or disputed OT reported. GALVESTON BA Y(Sea-Land Service), August 23 Chairman J. Bertolino, Secretary C. Scott, Deck Delegate Charles Collins, Engine Delegate F. Tiemey, Steward Delegate F. Tirado. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew gave vote of thanls to steward department. FRANCES HAMMER (Ocean Chemical Carriers), August 23 — Chairman Richard Wilson, Secretary Janet Price, Educational Director William Dooling, Deck Delegate K. Hare, Engine Delegate W. Dooling, Steward Delegate T. Gonzalez. Chairman reported there will be no backload and ship will proceed directly to Mobile, Ala. Educational director en­ couraged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Treasurer reported $277 in ship's fund. No b^fs or disputed OT reported. Chair­ man advised crew of shipping rules for layoff and for reclaiming jobs when vessel comes out of shipyard. JULIUS HAMMER (Ocean Chemical Carriers), August 19 — Chairman R. Dailey, Secretary F. Costango, Educational Director R. Kurpeski. Secretary reported ship would pay off and take on stores in Jacksonville on August 24, then would sail for India two days later. Educational director advis^ mem­ bers to check Seafarers LOG for schedule of upgrading courses. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew noted fans are ne^ed in some rooms. They also cited need for new sofa in crew mess. Crew thanked galley gang for great job on extra-long trip of 105 days. Crew noted mail service is slow. NEDLLOYD HOLLAND (SeaLand Service), August 2 — Chair­ man G. Lo||ez, Secretary Don Andrew Hagan, Educational Director Paid Honeycutt, Deck Delegate Martin Rosen, Engine Delegate M. Hadwan, Steward Delegate John Padilla. Chairman reported new ice machine was or­ dered. Educational director encoiuaged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School and donate to SPAD. Steward delegate reported disputed OT and asked crew to help keep messhaU clean. No beefs or ^sputed OT reported by deck or engine delegates. Crew asked con­ tracts department for clarifications on wages and wheel watch. Crew thank^ galley gang for excellent chow. Next port: Baltimore. . 'I ' - i'.'• •; ITB GROTON(Sheridan Transportation), August 1 — Chair­ man Neil Matthey, Secretary M. Deloatch, Educational Director R. Natoli, Deck Delegate Joseph Soresi, Engine Delegate J. Perez, Steward Delegate Michael Ham­ mock. Chairman announced payoff. He thanked crew for smooth voyage and noted impor­ tance of SPAD. He urged members to read the LOG. Secretary thanked crew for keeping messhall clean. Educational director urged mem­ bers to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward department for fine food. Next port: Stapleton, N.Y. ITB NEW YORK(Sheridan Transportation), August 16 — Chairman John Wolfe, Secretary R. Hicks, Educational Director Thomas Migliara, Deck Delegate Steve Molito, Engine Delegate A. Daif, Steward Delegate Edward Dunn. Chairman reminded crew that no plastic should be tossed overboard. He commended deck department for good work. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew gave vote of thanks to galley gang. Continaed on page 26 .'w.-w -3. . ; v'l:,-" �& 26 H'K: ' SmMERSIM Ships Bi^t •. •::m disputed OT reported. Crew re­ quested fans for crew lounge and mess. Continued from page 25 OVERSEAS ALASKA UBERTYSP/R/r (Liberty Maritime), August 23 — Chairman Jerry Borucki, Secretary Steve Venus, Engine Delegate Gary Toomer, Steward Delegate Isaac Gordon. Engine delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or steward delegates. Chairman reminded crew to support SPAD for job security. He thanked crew for smooth trip. Crew and officers thanked steward department for ex­ cellent food. Crew observed one minute of silence in memory of departed brothers and sisters. V MOICI/P>llf(/(Pacific Gulf Marine), August 23 — Chairman D. Ticer Jr., Secretary J. Pratt, Educational Director M. Peck. Educational director urged mem­ bers to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Chairman reminded crew to be considerate of others who are sleeping. i' i V OCTOBER 1992 NUEVO SAN JUAN (Puerto Rico Marine), August 11 — Chair­ man W. Card, Secretary R. Pagan, Educational Director R. Torgersen. Chairman reported everything running smoothly. Deck delegate reminded deck department to make sure all lashings and deck gear are secured before sailing. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew discussed shipboard safety. Crew thanked steward department, including Chief Cook Vernon Wil­ son. Crew conveyed best wishes to third mate who is leaving vessel. Fluker, Deck Delegate Thomas Conunans, Engine Delegate Ber­ nardo Tapla, Steward Delegate George Lee. Chairman reminded members to thoroughly check theic, medical bills for accuracy. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew observed one minute of silence in memory of San Francis­ co Patrolman Gentry Moore. Next port: Long Beach, Calif. (Maritime Overseas), August 30 — Chairman Ray Ramirez, Secretary Florencio Nieves Jr., Educational Director D. Hurts, Deck Delegate W. Biankenship, Engine Delegate James Brown, Steward Delegate V. Cardenas. Chairman an­ nounced payoff. He encouraged SEA-LAND INNOVATOR (Seamembers to upgrade at the LunLand Service), August 16 — Chair­ deberg School as soon as possible. man T. Anderson, Secretary R. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Armstrong, Educational Director Crew extended vote of thai^ to Cbarlle Howell. No beefs or dis­ steward department puted OT reported by department delegates, but crew reported beef OVERSEAS JOYCE(Maritime about new dryer. Overseas), August 12 — Chairman R. Bradford, Secretary P. Al­ SEA-LAND INTEGRITY (Seavarez, Educational Director S. Hof- Land Service), August 9 — Chair­ finan. Chairman armounced man Norberto Prats, Secretary P. payoff. Secretary encouraged all Laboy, Deck Delegate Tbomas members to upgrade at Lundeberg Cuddlby, Engine Delegate Ismael School. No beefs or disputed OT Manley. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked galley reported. Crew gave vote of thanks gang. Next port: Portland, Ore. to steward departrnent. Next port: Boston. OVERSEAS VIVIAN (Maritime Overseas), August 2 — Chairman SEA-LAND PACIFIC (Sea-Land Jerome Williams, Engine Service), August 9 — Chairman L. Delegate Mark Stewart Engine Reck, Secretary G. Bronson, delegate reported disputed OT. No Educational Director S. BIgelow, beefs or disputed OT reported by Deck Delegate G. Johnson, En­ deck or steward delegates. Crew re­ gine Delegate David Bland, quested new washing machine. Steward Delegate John Beimett. Chairman reminded crew to vote RALEIGH BA V(Sea-Land Ser­ and donate to SPAD. Deck vice), August 2 — Chairman delegate reported disputed OT. No Carlton Hall, Secretary A. Robin­ beefs or disputed OT reported by son, Educational Director D. engine or steward delegates. Crew Grelner, Engine Delegate D. reported rust in water system and Henderson, Steward Delegate no cold water for showers. Crew Clarence Wllley. Chairman urged gave vote of thanks to galley gang. members to upgrade at Lundeberg Next port: Tacoma, Waish. School. Secretary encouraged mem­ bers to support each other in reach­ SEA-LAND VALUE (Sea-Land Service), August 30 — Chairman ing career goals. No beefs or Domingo Leon, Secretary D.A. disputed OT reported. Crew Brown, Educational Director Steve thanked galley gang for job well Miller, Deck Delegate Abdulllab done. Next port: Boston. Gun, Engine Delegate W. McI SEA-LAND ACHIEVER (SeaCants. Chairman announced ; Land Service), August 9 — Chair­ payoff. Secretary advised members man Richard Marchlone, to read the LOG. Educational direc­ Secretary L. WInfield, Educational tor urged members to upgrade at Dilator Arlen Quinn. Chairman Paul Hall Center for Maritime announced payoff. Educational Training and Education. He director urged members to upgrade reminded members that new wash­ at Lundeberg School. Engine delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or steward delegates. Crew thanked steward department. OMI SACRAMENTO (Vulcan Carriers), August 2 — Chairman Ray Gorju, Secretary John Har­ row, Educational Director V. Lemon, Deck Delegate R. Watkins, Steward Delegate Donna DeCesare. Chairman reminded members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. He reminded those who are signing off to clean rooms for re­ placements. Engine delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or steward delegates. Crew asked con­ tracts department to seek change in QMED base pay. Crew thank^ galley gang for good food and good service. SEA-LAND ANCHORAGE (SeaLand Service), August 12 — Chair­ OMI STAR (OMI Corp.), August man G. Walker, Secretary L. I 3 — Chairman Robert Allen, LIghtfoot, Educational Director J. Secretary K. Jones, Engine Krebs. Engine delegate praised Delegate Mark Jeffers, Steward Wiper A. Almufllbl for excellent Delegate P. Mena. Secretary urged work. No beefs or disputed OT" members to upgrade at Lundeberg reported. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. School and donate to SPAD. Educational director noted that SEA-LAND EXPLORER (Seafilms about the chemical the ship Land Service), August 23 — Chair­ carries are on board. No beefs or man James Crain, Secretary Ron Labor Day Barbecue Chief Steward Lonnie Gamble and Chief Cook Audrey Brown prepare for the Labor Day cookout aboard the Sgt. Mate} Kocak. ing machine is not for work clothes. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Captain Darley conveyed thanks to crew for keeping ship clean. Crew thanked galley gang for good work. Crew observed one minute of silence in memory of departed brothers. Next port: Elizabeth, N.J. Razo. No beefs or disputed OT reported. SEA-LAND NA VIGATOR (SeaLand Service), September 3 — Chairman George Bradley, Talking Union SEAUFT INDIAN OCEAN (IMC), August 3 — Chairman Brian Sowatzka, Secretary H. Wlnlker, Deck Delegate Mike BouUer. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. Deck and steward department members need new keys for rooms. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported by engine or steward delegates. Next port: Piney Point, Md. THOMPSON PASS (lOM), August 30 — Chairman M. Gutier­ rez, Secretary G. Tbomas, Educa­ tional Director J. Walker. Educational director recommended members upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Steward delegate thanked CUef Cook Abdul Hasan for job well done. TV may need repair. USNSPERSISTENT(IJ.S. Marine Management), August 18 — Chairman G. Scott, Secretary J. Neal. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew made inquiry about payment of state taxes when in foreign countries. Crew thanked steward department for job well done. Next port: Norfolk, Va. ITB NEW YORKiSheridan Transportation), September 6 — Chairman Sonny PInkbam, Deck Delegate Steve MoUto, Engine Delegate Abe Half, Steward Delegate D. Rodriguez. Chairman thanked crew for smooth trip. No reefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked galley gang for job well done. Crew was thanked for keeping messhall clean. SEA-LAND LIBERATOR (Sea-and Service), September 5 — Chairman R. Awards, Secretary R. Williams, Deck Delegate R. ' Vaguer, Engine Delegate Robert Coppoc^ Steward Delegate L. Bosun William Jefferson, left, talks with New Orleans Patrolman Bobby Milan while the Overseas Harriet is in port. Secretary M.Saul, Educational Director B. Weddle, Engine Delegate A. Abmed, Steward Delegate M. Abuan. Chairman reported good trip and thanked en­ tire crew for job well done. Educa­ tional director advised members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No brafs or disputed OT reported. Crew reported new VCR needed for lounge. Crew thanked steward department for good food. SEA-LAND PRODUCER (SeaLand Service), September 7 — Chairman J. Edwards, Secretary L. Honinan, Deck Delegate R. Vlcarl, Engine Delegate J.Spranza. Steward Delegate M. Cabasaq. Chairman announced payoff. Educational director urged mem­ bers to take advantage of upgrad­ ing opportunities at Lundeterg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. New benches have been installed in starboard gangway area and more are scheduled to be in­ stalled in portside gangway area. Electrician requests that all burned out light bulbs be reported to him. •,vv'-j-i ( �. • • • ,=rc= i:irr= sen —iS: OCTOBER 1002 •; SEAFABEBSLOO 27 ' 'r m. 'J f '2° /•••2" /'2 • : • •' • • • i krrtirr^ •2 'i' " ' ^ The Fred G. sits at anchor oi^lde Port Everglades, Fla. Built in 1960, the vessel waspurchased by SlU-contracted Pacific Gulf Marine to provide transportation of general cargo. r -ft PGM Acquires Ship; Will Carry Military Cargo SlU-contracted company Pacific Gulf Marine (PGM) added the Fred G., a general cargo vessel, to its fleet this summer. Seafarers from the port of New Orleans crewed the C-3 class ves­ sel for its shakedown voyage, which began in the Gulf of Mexico and continued up the At­ lantic coast to Norfolk, Va. From there, the Fred G. set sail for Nordenham, Germany to pick up its first load of cargo which will be brought to North Carolina. To Transfer Materiel The company has a contract to haul U.S. military cargo in its newly acquired breakbulk ship. Before Pacific Gulf Marine pur­ chased the Fred G., formally the Zoella Lykes, it had been laid up for more than a year. Since acquiring the ship, which was built in 1960, PGM had it refurbished in the Avondale (La.) shipyard. During its 45-day stay in drydock, the vessel's boilers were automated. Bosun Mario de la Cerda I noted the vessel was in "good shape. It has good metal," he told SIU Representative Ambrose Cucinotta when the ship docked outside of Port Everglades, Fla., "but there is plenty of chipping and painting to be done. The en­ gines seem to be working good." The recertified bosun also praised the galley crew headed by Chief Steward H.G. Williams. "The food and the job they have been doing is excellent." 1 ••••?!•• i: • . ' • vfc V Good Job by All Hands f ;g 11? ' I ' i-. 'Wm Todd Johnson, fleet support manager for Paciflc Gulf Marine, said the company was very happy with the work done by the SIU crew to get the 12,()00-ton Fred G. ready so quickly. 'We are ^ly pleased with .,'V" Tbe sWn^ad bM galley gang of (left to right) GSU Willie Cooper, Chief Steward H.G. Williams and Chief Cook Walter sion fora long time and they were La"* ® to <he crew. able to get it sailing in great shape quickly. ' ''i-'r I . Electrician Robert Adams runs a cable through the overhead. -.'2: fmmammmammmm -m AX •amn Checking on the fire in the engineroom boiler are OMU Luigi Malta (left) and FWT R.L. Bamey Jr. ' '''' -V , '\|V , •_,t ) f;# .!• • ••-A : Inspecting ^e the gaug gauges in the engineroom are FWT Edward Shamburger (left) and Deck department meritt^W (left to right) Bosun Mario de la Cerda AB Barry Hamm,I, AB AB [nsp^ng HMI11 iifcA PiArsnn Mike Bowers, AB David Hood and DEU Darren Walker helped ready the ship. OMU Luke Pierson. • f. . 1 ' I |\ it;. I 'i^ _• ir.n .; ...J " . a- . .• • �28 SEAFARERS LOG OCTOBER 1992 Final T.; 'i,p' •' ' sm-w i'-y f'./V • . V^ :- DEEP SEA LAWRENCE ALLEN Lawrence Allen, 54, passed away recently. He was bom in Vicksburg, Miss, and in 1970 joined the SIU in the port of San Francisco. Brother Allen sailed in the engine depart­ ment and upgraded frequently at the Lundeberg School. He served in the U.S. Army from 1956 to 1958. ARVOANITLLA Pensioner ArvoAntilla, 66, died August 26. A native of Duluth, Minn., he joined the Seafarers in 1956 in the port of New Orleans. Brother Antilla sailed in the deck department. He served in the U.S. Army from 1947 to 1951. Brother Antilla retired in Januaiy 1983. ' York. Brother Eriksson sailed in the engine department. He retired in February 1975. receiving his pension in November 1979. gine department. He retired in May 1969. JOSEPH GIBBONS Pensioner Joseph Gibbons, 63, died September 10. He joined the Seafarers in his native Philadelphia in 1952. Brother Gibbons sailed in the steward department. He served in the U.S. Army from 1947 to 1951. Brother Gibbons began receiving his pension in February 1989. MICHAEL MASEK Pensioner Michael Masek, 68, died August 31. He was bom in Perth Amboy, N.J. and in 1945 joined the SIU in the port of New York. Brother Masek sailed in the deck department. He upgraded at the Lundeberg School in 1985. Brother Masek served in the U.S. Navy from 1941 to 1942. He retired in April 1992. ROGER THRIFT WILLIAM GONZALEZ Pensioner William Gon­ zalez, 58, passed away August 16. The native of Puerto Rico joined the SIU in 1962 in the port of New Orleans. Brother Gonzdez sailed in the steward department. He retired in April 1985. SEYMOUR HEINFLING Pensioner SeymoiuHeinfling, 72, died June 25. PAULBRINSON He was bom in Brooklyn, Pensioner N.Y. and in Paul Biinson, 1960joined 75, passed : the Seafarers away Septem­ in the port of Houston. Brother ber 10. Bom Heinfling sailed in the steward in Georgia, department. He retired in March he joined the 1981. SIU as a charter metnYSEEHONG ber in 1939 in the port of Tampa, Ysee Hong, 84, passed away Fla. Brother Brinson sailed in the January 15. Bom in China, he engine department. He began joined the union in 1952 in the port receiving his pension in October of New York. Brother Hong saUed 1982. in the steward department. PETER DOLAN EDDIE JACKSON Pensioner Pensioner Peter Dolan, Eddie Jack­ 72, died son, 58, died August 30. July 6. He He joined the joined the union in 1964 SIU in 1965 in his native in his native Baltimore. Mobile. Brother Brother Jack­ Dolan sailed in the engine depart­ son sailed in the steward depart­ ment. He upgraded at the Lun­ ment. He served in the U.S. Amy deberg School in 1975. Brother from 1951 to 1955. Brother Jack­ Dolan served in the U.S. Navy son began receiving his pension in from 1942 until 1962. He retired in June 1991. June 1985. GRIFFITH DUFORE Griffith Dufore, 53, passed away August 10. He joined the SIU in 1971 in his native New Orleans. Brother Dufore sailed in the deck department. He served in the U.S. Amy from 1956 to 1958. DELAWARE ELDEMIRE Pensioner Delaware Eldemire, 73, died August 10. Bom in the British West Indies, he joined the Seafarers in 1946 in the port of New York. Brother Eldemire sailed in the deck department. He began receiving his pension in August 1976. KARL ERIKSSON Pensioner Karl &iksson, 79, passed away September 12. He was bom in Finland and in 1944 joined the SIU in the port of New RICHARD MADDOX Pensioner Richard Maddox, 67, passed away August 18. A native of Fort Meade, Fla., he joined the Seafarers in 1965 in the port of Tampa, Fla. Brother Maddox sailed in the deck department. He retired in August 1990. EMIL NORDSTROM Pensioner Emil Nordstrom, 75, passed away Septem­ ber 11. A na­ tive of Finland, he joined the SIU in 1941 in the port of New York. Brother Nordstrom sailed in the engine department. He began ANTHONY NOTTAGE Pensioner Anthony Nottage, 74, died September 10. Bom in Key West, Ha., he joined the Seafarers in 1943 in the port of New York. Brother Nottage sailed in the en­ gine department. He retired in May 1972. ANDRESPEREZ Pensioner Andres Perez, 84, passed away August 9. He was bom in Puerto Rico and in 1943 joined the SIU in the port of New York. Brother Perez sailed in the deck department. He began receiving his pension in January 1973. Roger Thrift, 36, died August 24. He was bom in Jackson­ ville, Ha. and in 1978 graduated from the Lun­ deberg School. Brother Thrift sailed in the deck department. He upgraded at the Lundeberg School in 1980. HERMAN WERNETH Pensioner Herman Werneth, 76, died August 7. A native of Alabama, he joined the SIU in 1952 in the port of Mobile, Ala. Brother Wemeth sailed in the steward department. He served in the U.S. Ajrmy from 1941 to 1945. Brother Wemeth retired in October 1979. FRANK POST INLAND Pensioner Frank Post, 82, died Sep­ tember 9. A native of Ohio, he ROMAN JANKOWIAK joined the Seafarers in 1947 in the Pensioner port of New York. Brother Post Roman sailed in the engine department He Jankowiak, retired in November 1980. 63, died August 15. HAROLD POWERS The Maryland Pensioner Harold Powers, 68, native joined passed away July 10. Bom in Geor­ the union in gia, he joined the SIU in 1950 in 1957 in the the port of New York. Brother: Powers sailed in the engine depart­ port of Baltimore. Boatman Jankowiak sailed in the deck ment. He began receiving his pen­ department. He served in the U.S. sion in November 1989. LUIS RODRIGUEZ Pensioner Luis Rodriguez, 87, died August 19. The native of Puerto Rico joined the Seafarers in 1945 in the port of New York. Brother Rodriguez sailed in the deck department. He retired in February 1970. DONALD ROOD Pensioner Donald Rood, 72, passed away Septem­ ber 8. He was bom in Nebraska and in 1945 joined the union in the port of New York. Brother Rood completed the bosun recertification course at the Lun­ deberg School in 1976. He began receiving his pension in April 1988. ERICH SAAR Pensioner Erich Saar, 74, died July 22. A native of Sweden, he joined the SIU in 1967 in the port of New York. Brother Saar sailed in the deck department. He retired in Septemb^l989. JOSEPH STUNTEBECK Pensioner Joseph Stuntebeck, 91, passed away July 28. Bom in Bal­ timore, he joined the Seafarers in 1947 in the port of New York. Brother Stuntebeck sailed in the en­ Marine Corps from 1946 to 1948. Boatman Jankowiak began receiv­ ing his pension in April 1991. JOHNSEGELSKY Pensioner John Segelsky, 86, passed away August 27. He was bom in Seattle and in 1963 joined the union in the port of Port Arthur, Texas. Boatman Segelsky sailed in the deck department. He began receiving his pension in April 1971 JOSEPH WILLIAMS Pensioner Joseph Wil­ liams, 74, died August 10. Bom in HopeweU, Va., he joined the union in 1961 in the port of Morfolk, Va. Boatman Williams sailed in the deck department. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1945 to 1946. He retired in April 1980. RAYMOND WILLIS Pensioner Raymond Wil­ lis, 79, passed away August l.The native of McComb, Miss, joined the union in 1956 in the port of New Orleans. Boatman Wil­ lis sailed in the deck department. He began receiving his pension in September 1978. IWo Seafarer Officials Die Gasch Was Rep For MC&S Plans Gilbert Gasch, retired Seafarers Welfare Plan representative, passed away' September 10 in San Fran­ cisco due to a Gilbert Gasch heart attack. The 68year-old Seafarer official also served as a plans representative for the Marine Cooks and Stewards (MC&S) prior to its 1978 merger with the SIU, Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District (AGLIWD). Brother Gasch worked closely with former SIU official Ed firmer in the organizing of the MC&S. He began sailing in1943 and sailed to all combat zones diuing World War n. Throughout most of hiscareer at sea, Gasch sailed as chief steward with American President Lines, Matson Navigation and Pacific Far East Lines. When Gasch began working for the MC&S in the 1960s, he eamed a reputation for doing a thorough . in whatever task he undertook. SIU officials and members remember Gasch as a sincere, dedi­ cated and reliable person who al­ ways had the time to answer questions concerning the MC&S and Pacific Maritime Association welfare plans. Gasch retired in 1988. Mlchelet, Rank-and-Fller Who Served His Union Alphonse "Frenchy" Michelet, a rank-and-file Seafarer who served for many years as a union official in a wide variety Alphonse Michelet of assignments, passed away June 25. He was 81. Brother Michelet joined the Seafarers in 1941 in theport of New York. He sailed in the steward and engine departments before coming ashore in the mid 1940s to work as an organizer. In 1950, he moved to New York to help manage the union's head­ quarters building in Brooklyn. Michelet also continued working as an organizer before being elected as Savannah port agent in 1954. After working in Savannah as a port agent, he oversaw the renova­ tion of theSIU hall in New Orleans. Finally, Brother Michelet retumed to sea during the 1960s and con­ tinued sailing until he retired to Metairie, La. in Febmary 1971. Brother Michelet contributed frequently to the Seafarers LOG. He wrote poetry, short stories and articles about his voyages. Michelet is survived by his sister. May Duplaisir. Funeral arrange­ ments and burial took place in Metairie. �The Cat at Sea Adam Starchild is a freelance writer based in Florida. Besides this article about the shipboard cat, Starchild has written books on business and finance as well as a couple of cookbooks. The feline was, it is said, domesticated in Egypt some time during the third millenium B.C. It was said to have been recognized for its ability to prevent graineries from becom­ ing depleted by rodents. The cat also proved to be a symbol for lunar activities, as it has noctur­ nal habits. It is the association with the moon that has brought the cat into the realm of seafar­ ing. It was well known to the an­ cients that the moon was the controller of tides. The logical choice for a ship's talisman was then the figure of the feline. After some time, the practice of keeping live cats aboard vessels evolved. The Egyptians were not very avid sailors, but they developed close relations with other peoples who were. Via the Indian Ocean and Persian Gulf trade routes, the domestic cat was introduced to Asia. The practice of keeping cats aboard ships became widespread. In Asia, and particularly in China, there was a large market for cats almost as soon as they were introduced by Middle Eastern and Indian merchant seamen. The Chinese quickly recognized the practical aspects of the feline: the destruction of rodents. Felines were first employed in the imperial storehouses as mouse catchers. Later, felines were introduced into the ordinary Chinese society. The Chinese merchant fleets and navy did not have cats aboard their vessels until the Tang Dynasty. One of the first groups to employ cats in Asia were Bud­ dhist monks who were able to discern the cat's capacity for meditation and patience. Felines were employed to guard monas­ tic buildings. Felines were introduced to Japan by travelling Buddhist monks about 900 A.D. From this introduction, the cat became very popular in Japan. It would seem that the most popular breed of felines used aboard ships was the European shorthair which was originally a North African wildcat. Aboard British vessels, par­ ticularly the Royal Navy, Manx Strangely, the feline does not were used. According to cats care for water and dampness, yet several authors, the Manx adapts well to ocean travel. The originated in Spain and landed reason for this is its exceptional on the Isle of Man when sense of equilibrium: felines do Spanish galleon sank off thea not become seasick. When al­ lowed to go below deck in heavy coast in 1588. Chinese and weather, the cat makes itself at Japanese vessels carried Asian home. The feline was kept shorthair cats. aboard ship as a general practice from ancient times until the early 20th century. The prac­ ticality of this situation lay in the feline's ability to destroy mice. When not properly dealt with, mice cause disease to be spread through a ship. Ships which did After World War I, govern­ not employ a cat or cats ran the ments began to restrict travel as risk of plague. In the wake of well as the importation of plague, cats became a valued animals. As a result of such commodity in Europe. government action, the custom Various bits of the lore of of keeping felines aboard ships seamanship pertain to the cat. declined drastically. At present, Felines have the ability to only Asian vessels of small ton­ predict storms and squalls via nage carry felines at all. Cus­ their ability to sense changes in toms agents quarantine any the barometric pressure. The animals found aboard commer­ cial vessels, or demand expen­ sive papers be bought. As the result of such government absur­ dity, all manner of toxins are used to keep rodents off mer­ chant vessels. Most of this poison ends up in the bilge and cat's behavior was watched very is flushed into the sea. carefully, and when it began to seek shelter below deck, the MARINE seamen began to watch for chan­ ges in the weather. Felines are very sensitive to weather patterns and will be­ The breed that adapts best to come agitated long before a storm manifests. Cats also are ocean travel is the Asian short­ able to sense when a ship is hair. These cats are essentially about to reach land. Felines fre­ solid color Siamese. Their quently become excited and ability to climb and balance is begin to look in the direction of remarkable. It is these traits the land before there is any which let them adapt very well visual evidence at all. Felines to the pitch of the vessel at sea. were generally popular with Other properties that are of value seamen; however, strange cats are hunting skills and weather which were not connect^ with sensitivity. The hunting skills their ship were sometimes enable them to rid the vessel of thought to be disguised witches. r^ents, unwanted sea birds, and Motfser IfyAdam Starchild in riverine areas, reptiles. The best felines for ocean travel are ITB New Yofffc Hoopsters Win West huBes Tourney Sponsored by the Pepsi Cola The second annual West In­ dies shootout was won this year Company, the shootout is an open by members of the ITB New tournament to aU interested teams in the West Indies. After thecham­ York's basketball team. The "Fab Five" beat a tough pionship game, team members St. Croix team, St. Johns and were asked what they were going Puerto Rico to capture their to do next. They replied, "We're going to Disneyworld!" kittens raised at sea. A second second title. choice are felines from Thailand, Burma, Singapore or south India. Mariners who fre­ quent northern waters tend to prefer the European shorthair, as it can better adjust to climatic changes. In order to keep felines at sea, one must generally have a vessel over 40 feet in length in order for the cat to remain aboard and not "jump ship" when in port. A lit­ ter box must be placed at an ac­ cessible place below deck. A bed of some kind must be provided—ideally, a basket with Above, members of the US New York's winning basketball team, with a cushion affixed to the trophies in hand, are, from left. Bosun Sonny "Larry Bird" Pinkham, bulkhead. Felines will use al­ Donnie "Skywalkef Caffey, Rich "Buckwheaf AsUes and Craig "Hatchetmost anything upon which to man" Johnson. Missing from the photo is Mike sharpen their claws. "Jordan" Fogarty. One of the best methods of feeding the cat while at sea is to Right, explaining the catch fish for it. Lines can easily importance of a good be towed, and fish caught, espe­ defensive stance is Mr. cially in tropical waters. Other Sweet "D" Luis than fishing, one can carry Malave, also known as smoked meat aboard for the cat. director of the When preparing fish for one's Seafarers develop­ basketball cat, one should remove the mental league. Mr. Sweet bones from the fish carcass. brings years of ex­ Felines have problems with fish perience from the bones, causing choking, etc. Puerto Rican pro f-B: B'':' '-'y • •:'tr .y . .fv,;--;.- league. Felines are generally very adept at moving about on a pitching vessel. If one leaves a hatch open at all times, the cats will go below deck at the first sensation of heavy weather. Some seamen have been known to sew large pockets on the fi-ont of their weather kits in order to shelter their cats in sudden squalls. This is a particuarly good idea if one voyages in tropical areas. There are some countries wherein the cat is not welcome, or where bureaucratic problems are large for a vessel with cats aboard. All countries demand that cats have a medical certifi­ cate signed by more than one veterinary practitioner. These work very well, especially if one keeps them current by having one's cat examined at each port often. Such certificates con­ stitute the cat's "passport." At times these papers can save the cat from quarantine by port or customs bureaucrats. Ocean-raised cats adapt veiy well to both sea and land condi­ tions. They become wary and very adept at avoiding danger. When under way, the cats enjoy sitting on the forecastle roof, ap­ parently in order to watch the horizon. #nl|» ©ne jnontli Heft Co $ut ^oltbap <@reettns£i In Seafarers! H## Here is a chance to let your family, friends and shipmates hear from you this holiday season. In 25 words or less (and in your neatest printing), write your message in the space provided below. All (legible) greetings that are written in the holiday spirit will be included in the December 1992 issue of the Seafarers LOG—^if they are received by November 13. All Seafarers—active and retired—as well as their family members may take advantage of this opportunity to send their holiday greetings. The deadline for receipt of the holiday messages is Friday, November 13,1992. Send them by mail to the Seafarers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. After November 1, facsimile copies will be accepted. The fax number is (301) 899-7355. Forms may be filled out in any union hall and turned in to the official at the counter—or may be given to the boarding patrolman at a vessel's payoff. i. ' • -r-:- t 1 : •>]ff ... I. i' v-isyy-;'/ •f'f" PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE To: From: Holiday Messa5e:. •i p vi I „• Check the block which dcacribca your alatua vilh the 61U: • Active <Seaferer • Famijy Member of Active fleafarcr • Detircd fleafiircr • Fanu^ Member of Detircd6eafar» Send your greeting to the Seafarers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. The greeting should be received at Ae LOG office by Friday, November 13,1992. 10/92 �•;. •J-..' -, ,./. SlCSSSlS® 30 SEAFARERS LOG OCTOOER1002 ^•-^"-.lii;--^ ... Lundeberg School Graduating Classes i Trainee Lifeboat Class 502—Graduating from trainee lifeboat class 502 are (from left, kneeling) Kenneth Boone, B.J. Elder, Jeff Mott, Maurice Sanders, Sandra Deeter-McBride, Raymond Alforo, Robert Shamburger, Ben Cusic (instructor), (standing) Joe Travers, David De Loach, Chris Miller, Daniel Wehr, Brian Steed, Isreal Rivera, Erskin Wright, Donne Donovan, Brian Bamer, Christopher Cobb, Brandon Shannon, James Porter, Dwight Bell, Joe Gustafson, Robert Durfor Jr. and Patrick H. Laming Jr. Upgraders Lifeboat—Members of the August 25 graduating class receiving their lifeboat endorsements are (from left, kneeling Ben Cusic (instructor), Milton Greene Jr., Michele Ann Hopper, Brantley Twiford, (second row) Louins Johnson, Pascasio "Paco' Rivera, Leoncio Castro and Gregory Derry. Pf M. -'•J. ,•''' Abie Bodied Seaman—Completing the course of instruction leading to endorsement as Able Seaman are (from left, kneeling) Jake Karaczynski (instructor), Nasir Isa, Janel Baird, Michael Mitchell, John Desmond, Mark Holmes, Keith Williams, (second row) Robert Triano, Michael Noodt, Bill Hahn, Michael Penkwitz, Mahmood Takir, James Lopez, David Gardner, (third row) James World, Aleksander Turko, Todd McClane, Paul La Borde, Greg Alstrom, Ron Sagadraca and Tim Fogg. Upgraders Lifeboat—Receiving their lifeboat endorsement are (from left, kneeling) Larry Johnson, Raymond Alfaro, Michael Mitchell, Mark Holmes, (second row) Jake Karaczynski (instructor), Gary Leathers, William Dove, Wendell Price Jr., Brad Eckmeder, Arthur Johnson, El-Sayed Mohamad, (third row) Byron Coleman, Kelly McDonald and Ronnie Lambert. This class graduated on September 4 after taking the Coast Guard lifeboat test. Diesel Engine Technology—Successfully completing the diesel engine technology class on August 25 are (from left, seated) Shane Biechle, Rush Ingram, Dan Powers, Paul Barbadillo, (second row) J.C. Wiegman (instructor), Marcos Hill, John Wong, Harry Kinsman and Steven Melendez. Sealift - Forklift Class—Mastering the couree of instruction in sealift operations and maintenance are (from left, front) Al Green, Jim Currie (instructor) Anthony J. Douglas, Fred Lau, James T. McCarthy, (back row) Lawrence W. Neslein and Warren Barroner. • •w~ ii''' ^ Third Mate—Graduating from the third mate course on August 7 are (from left, seated) Leon O Johnson, E.R. Thumper' Johnston, Jose A. Marrero, Mel Santos, (second row) /Voodrow Shetton, Craig Pare, Ron Raykowski (instructor) and Zane Mustion. Celestial Navigation—Completing the three-week celestial navigation course are (from IOT, kneeling) John Bobbins, Randy Peterson, Robert Artioli, (second row) Greg Cartwright, Joe Braun, Ray Banks, (third row) Homer V. Roberson III, Greg Webb and Jim Brown (instructor). M �0CnBER1992 PK:;-,,; a? -, SEAFARERS L06 •'- .. \ "" ' • • f LUKDEBERG SCHOOL iO^-93 UFGRMm Cm/RSE SCHEDULE Cook and Bako* diM Cooky Chief Steward Able Seaman Ship Handling November 2 February 15 November 16 Jannaiyll March 1 January 18 March 15 January 4 Ibidar OHhserver Unllinited Celestial Navigation Third Mate ( November 13 Februaty26 Nbveml^rlW January 15 Ignpi,:.; March 5 February 12 ' ^ April 9 iii%s April 16 SaMjiSpeclalfyComset Oieck-bi Bate Course Bate J.I I ... I ... J,I. Check-In Completion Bate /May3,.. ^:..,,^,///:J; March 8 Itete March29 Fetenuaryl •f... .v.r,-' J.- StMnmlllpiiFMmComtBs Assistent November 9 Beeember 18 f^bniary 1 March 12^ Mtordi 29/;V: •/.-May 7 ^ ^ • M students must take the OU SpiltPreventionand Containmentclass prior to the Sealift Operations and Maintenance course. ^ Course Bosun Receitification Steward Recertified^ OMkanmBHgeom)^ dcNnipl^^ Bate - SBcmUl^slkdiPh^^ The following is the current course schedule for classes beginning between November 1992 and March 1993 at the Seafaieis Hairy Lundeberg School of Seamanship located at die Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education m Piney Point, Md. All piogr^s are geared to improve job skills of Seafarers and to promote the American nraritime Industry. TTie ct^e schedule may change to reflect the needs of die inemberehip, the mantune indusbry and—in times of conflic^--lhenatictti*s^uii^. • Gheck-Itt:.Bate -v„ 31 S. ; Chec!kBk' Cmnfrikteott Bate "Date All open-ended (contact admissioiis office far starting dates) All open-aided (contact admissions office for sterting dates) • IS: fiWfodHW raillnirX^^ •r -.Check-Bt: ' Bate Course . / / •. . Comptetimi Bate QMEBrAny Rating Januaty 4 Fireman/Watertender and (Mte^ Januaiy 4 All studMtsdWSitdhedfiepil Spill PreventwrieindCb Fumpi^^ Januaiy 4 Marine Electrical Maintenance January 18 ReMgeraticm Maint. & Operations March 29 Marine^P February 1 Mirine Electronics—Technlcan n |k»vember9 March 15 Basic Electronics Januaiy 4 Hydraulics auHcs Noyember23 fag • ' ; Weldfaig January 4 Februaiy 15 March 1 March 26 B^bruaiy 12 class. Febriiaiy I2> Marchl2 /::M^Ta,v/||slJ-yjMSsi'-sjfl March 12 December 18 April 23 januaiy 29 December18 I January TSi;:. March 12 March 26 ' -1 r j :/£23EO^''.:V' Oil Spill Prevenihm and Containment Cont^nment < ^ February 15 March 15 LifeboatmahC November 28 November 9 November 23 Beeember 4 Beeember? December 18 January 4 January 15 February 1 February 12 March 1 March 12 March 29 April 9 January 19 January 29 / March 16 ^ March 26::M '' ' ^ ^ S-? Bade/Advanced Fire Fighting February 19 March 19 IH'GHADIHGJUVLHMIHHI Date of Birth Name. am) Address o^nt) (StreeJ) (Qly) (Sine) Deep Sea Member Q Month/Day/Ye (Middle) (ZyCode) Lakes Member D .Telephone _L _L (AieaCode) Inland Waters Member D U.S. Citizen: CU Yes CD No Home Port. Endorsement(s) or License(s) now held Date available for training Primary language spoken • ^— TTie following courses are available through the Seafarers Harry Lundeberig ^h^l. Please contact die admissions office for enrolln^nt information; Check-In Complefloii ^Ooihhe/ Bate Bate HigbSchoidEguiyalcncy (GE AUopch-ehded (contact Adult Basic Education (ABE) adniissions office for stacrtfa^ En^h as a Second Language (£S1<} dates) iktHe^Fpig^ FULL 8-week semions ^ I I ' ...-• • • - : h V P ' 1993 Januaiy 4 Fel^aiy 26 WiththisapplicationCOPlESofyourdischargesmustbesubmittedshowingsufficient time to qualify yourself for the course(s) requested. You also must submit a COPY of each of the following: the first page of your union book indicating your department and seniority, your clinic card and the fiont and back of your Lundeberg School identification card listing the course(s) you have taken and completed. The Adnissions Office WILL NOT schedule you until (dl of the above are received. RATING BATE DATE OF VESSEL HELD SHIFFED DISCHARGE Pacific D If the following information is not filled out completely, your application will not be processed. Book#. Social Security #. . Department Seniority •Ves Are you a graduate of the SHLSS trainee program? If yes, which program: from to. Last grade of school completed CD Yes Have you attended any SHLSS upgrading courses? If yes, course(s) taken. Have you taken any SHLSS Sealift Operations courses? CD Yes If yes, how many weeks have you completed?. Do you hold the U.S. Coast Guard Lifeboatman Endorsement? CD Yes CD No Firefighting: CD Yes CD No CPR:CDYes im'93Mimmwatnm SdmOulB DNO CD No CD No CD No SIGNATURE. I am intetested in the following course(s) checked below or indicated here if not listed DECK AB/Sealift 1st Class Pilot Third Mate Radar Observer Unlimited Master Inspected Towing Vessel G Towboat Operator Inland G Olestial Navigation G Simulator Couise • D D G • J)ATE. G Marine Electrical Maintenance G Pumproom Maintenance & Operation G Refrigeration Systems Maintenance &Operation G Diesel Engine Technology G Assistant Engineer/Chief Engineer Motor Vessel G Original 3rd Engineer Steam or Motor G RefrigeratedContainers Advanced Maintenance G Electro-Hydraulic Systems G Automation G Hydraulics G Marine Electronics Technician f ALL DEPARTMENTS G Welding G Lifeboatman (must be taken with another couise) G Oil Spill Prevention & Containment G Basic/Advanced ' Fire Fighting • • . V'rl:-?• • v.: ^• G G G G ADULT EDUCATION DEPARTMENT Adult Basic Education (ABE) High School Equivalency Program (GED) Developmental Shidies (DVS) English as a Second Language (ESL) ABE/ESL Lifeboat Preparation • •-v. ' V; ..... G STEWARD G Assistant Cook Utility B4GINE G Cook and Baker G FOWT G ChiefCook G QMED—Any Rating COLLEGE PR(XtRAM G Chief Steward G Associate Aits Degree SyslOTS^S^eEi^frodcs) U Towboat Inland Cook Associate in m AITS Liegrw G Transportation wiDbe paid In Kcordance with thescheduling letter only if you present original receipts and suctessndiy piele the course. ^ IIf you have any questions, contact your pott agent before departing for Piney Point RETURN COMPLETED PLETED APPUCATION TO; Seafaiers Seafarers Hatty Hatty Lundelieig Lundelieig Upgrading Upgrading Center, P.O. Box 75. Piney PoiiU, MD 20674. 2( 1(V92 — Ul ' •••••''J." �. 'vT-y'-'' '•' --i- . •• •/A).:- •,;?:: •IS October 1992 Volume 54, Number 10 :>;.• Nation Goes to Polls on Tnosday, November 3 Seafarers Who Will Be at Sea Can Vote by Absentee Ballot %llii: The November 3 general elec­ tion provides the nation's citizen­ ry with an opportunity to select i sentatives rJ.^- ' • ••' State by State Absentee Ballot Information Voting Informanon Telephone Numbei Polling Hours Where to Request ballot (via phone, letter, or vIsH) Contact: Alabama (205)242-7210 Varies ClrcultCouft Mall and In person: OcL. 29 Alaska (907)465-4611 (602)542-8683 (501)682-1010 (916)445-0820 (303)894-2680 (203)566-3106 (302)739-1277 (202)727-2534 (904)488-7690 (404)656-2871 (808)453-86^ 7am-8pm 6am-7pm 7or8am-7;30pm 7am-8pm 7am-7pm 6am-6pm 7am-8pm 7am-8pm 7am-7pm 7am-7pm 7am-6pm State Division of Electlora Local or TownClerk CountyOleik County Clerk County Clerk Local Clerk's Office Cnrnty Department of Elections Board of Electkms Local County or Town Clerk County Board of Registrars Local County or Town Clerk Illinois Indiana (208)334-2852 (217)782-4141 (317)2^-3939 7or8am-8pm 6am-7pm 6am-7pm Local County or Town Clerk County Clerk or Board of Bee. Clerk of the Circuit Court Iowa (515)281-5865 7am'9pm CountyCommtesioner Kansas (913)296-2236 7am-7pm County Elections Officials Mall: Oct.. 30; In person: Nov. 3 Mall and In person:Oct. 29 Mail and In person: 5pm, Oct. 27 Mall and In person: Oct. 27 Mall and In person: Oct. 30 Mall and In person: Nov. 2 Mall and In person: Noon, Nov. 2 Mall: Oct. 27; Inperson: Nov. 2 Mall and In person: Nov. 2 Mall: Oct. 28; Inperson: Nov. 2 Mall: Oct. 27 In person: 5pm,Nov. 2 Mall and In person: 5pm, Nov. 2 Mall: Oct. 29; In person: Nov. 2 Mall: Oct. 29 In person: Noon,Nov. 2 Mall: Oct. 29 In person: Nov. 2 Mall: Oct. 30 In person: Noon, Nov. 2 Mall: Oct 27 In perron: Nov. 2 Mall: Oct. 29 In perron: begins. Oct. 22 Mall and In person:Nov. 2 Mall and In person:Oct. 27 Mall and In person:Noon, Nov. 2 State thousands r county level. mid or late October. If a Seafarer or a ^ Arizona P > ' Arkansas Callfomla Colorado Connectlciit Delaware D.C. . norida 1 1 Georgia 1 1 Hawaii KlflllO article to determine if th remains time to register in state where^ he or she resides. Voting Absentee ^l^,' t'V n.' •,fl-' ./ •: 7•••• &]t;/',,fr- :*••• I". wJU^n" jji, away fiom home on November 3 can vote by absentee ballot. Each local board of elections has a pro­ cedure for absentee voting. In the chart on this page is a quick sketch of each state's procedures for voting byabsentee ballot. Note that there are, in many cases, deadlines for requesting the absentee ballot. Additionally, in every state, the ab­ sentee ballot must be received by a certain date and time. In general. Seafarers' applica­ tions should include the follow­ ing: name, home address, address to which the ballot should be mailed. Social Security number, daytime phone number, reason for request and signature. The ballot should be notarized or wit­ nessed by a third party. Local phone numbers and addresses may be obtained by calling the state information number, or call the local elections board for exact requirements. If at Sea The Department of Defense coordinates a Federal Voting As­ sistance Program for members of the armed forces and merchant marines. Federal Write-in Absen­ tee Ballots are available for the November 3 general election. These forms can be obtained fix)m the voting officers at U.S. embas­ sies and consulates and from the voting officers at U.S. military bases or posts. The forms have also been sent to all U.S.-flag ships. It is important to note that the Federal Write-in Absentee Ballot will only be recognized by a local election official if the person cast­ ing the ballot has made a request of the state for an absentee bdlot. Such a request can be made on another Federal Voting Assis­ tance Program form. TTie F^eral Write-in Ballot is only valid if submitted from out­ side the United States. APO/FPO addresses are valid. i Kentucky (502)564-7100 6am-6pm OHintyCleik Louisiana (504)389-3940 6am-8pm ParishReglsfrar Maine Maryland Massachusetts (207)289-4189 (301)974-3711 (617)727-2828 6-10am-9pm 7am-8pm 7am-8pm Municipal Cterk Board of Supervisors of Elei^. Local BectionsOffldals Michigan (517)373-2540 7am-8pm Local County orTown Clerk Minnesota Mississippi (612)296-2805 (601)359-1350 •7am-8pm 7am-7pm County Auditor or CityClerk Local County or Town Clerk Missouri Montana Nebraska (314)751-3295 (406)444-4732 (4<»)471-2554 County Clerk CountyClerk Local County or Town Clerk Nevada N. Hampshire (702)687-3176 (6M)271-3242 6am-7pm 7am-8pm 8-8 central 7-7 mountain 7ani-7pm 6-10am-7pm 7am-8pm CcwntyClerk Absentee Ballot Request Deadline Mall: Oct. 31 In person: Noon, ftov. 2 Mall and In person: 4pm, Nov. 2 Mall: Nov. 2 In person: beginsOct. 19 Mail: Oct. 25; Inperson:Nov. 2 Mall and In person: Noon, Nov. 2 Mall: 4pm, Oct 30 In person: 1pm, Nov. 2 Mall and In person: Oct.27 Mall and In person: 5pm, Nov. 2 1 New Jersey Coun^Clerk LocalElecflohsOfficials New Mexico NewYork (5(») 827-3600 (518)474-6220 7am-7pm 6am-9pm CountyClerk County Elections Offldals N. Carolina North Dakota Ohio Oklahoma (919)733-2186 (701)224-2904 (614)466-2585 (405)521-2391 6:30am-7:30pm 7am-9am-7pm-9pm 6:30am-7:30pm 7am-7pm County Auditor County ElectionsBoard County Boardof Elections County ElectionsBoard Oregon Pennsylvania Rhode Island 8. Carolina South Dakota Tennessee (503)378-4144 (717)787-5280 (401)277-2340 (803)734-9060 (605)773-3537 (615)741-7956 7am-8pm 7am-8pm 7am-9pm 7am-7pm 8-8 central: 7-7 mtn varies bycounty County Cterk County Bectlons Board Local Elections Officials Local County or Town Clerk County Auditor County Elect. Commission Texas (512)463-5701 7am-7pm CountyClerk Utah (801)538-1040 7am-8pm CountyClerk Vermont Virginia Washington (802)828-2464 (804)786-6551 (206)753-7121 6-10am-7pm 6am-7pm 7am-8pm Town Clerk General Regfetrar County Auc^ West Virginia (304)345-4000 6:30am-7:30pm Clerk of the Clraiit Court fflSCOilSnl (608)268-8005 7-9am-8pm Mui^c^l Clerk Mall: Oct. 27 In perron: 1pm, Nov. 2 Mall andIn perron: Oct. 30 Mall: Oct. 27 in person: Nov. 2 Mall: Oct. 27; Inperron: Oct. 30 Mall and In perron: Oct. 27 Mall: Oct. 31; In person: OcL 31 Mall: Oct. 28 In perron: Begins Oct. 29 Mall: Oct. 28; Inperson: Nov. 3 Mall and In person: Oct. 27 Mail and In person: Oct. 13 Mall and In person: 5pm, Oct. 29 Mall and In person: 3pm, Nov. 3 Mall: Oct. 27 In perron: beginsOct 14 Mall: Oct. 27 In perron: begins Oct. 14 Mail: Oct. 30 (overseasOct. 14) In perron: Nov. 2 Mall and In person: Noon, Nov. 2 Mall: Oct. 29; In perron: Oct. 30 Mall: Oct. 27 In person: Nov. 2 Mall: Oct. 29 In person: begins Oct. 19 Mall: Oct 30 In person: 5pm, Nov. 2 Mall and In perron: Nov. 2 Absentee Ballot Return Deadline Mall: Close of polls In person: Noon,Nov. 3 Mall and In person: 8pm, Nov. 3 Mail and In perron: 7pm, Nov. 3 Mall arxl in person: 7:30pm, Nov. 3 Mail and in person: 8pm, Nov. 3 Mail and In person: 7pm, Nov. 3 ktall: 8pm, Nov. 3; In person: Nov. 2 Mall and In person: Noon,Nov. 2 Mail: 8pm, Nov. 3; In person: Nov. 2 Mail and In person: 7pm, Nov. 3 Mall: 7pm,Nov. 3; In person: Nov. 2 Mall and In person: 6pm, Nov. 3 Mall and in person: 8pm, Nov. 3 Mall: 7pm,Nov. 3; In person: Nov. 2 Mall:7pm,Nov.3 In person: Noon,Nov. 2 Mall: postmarked by Nov 2, rec'd by Nov 9; In person: 9pm, Nov. 3 Mail: 7pm, Nov. 3 In person: Noon, Nov. 2 Mall: 6pm, Nov. 3 In perron: Noon, Nov. 2 Mail:Nov.2 In person: Nov. 2 Mali and In person: 8pm, Oct. 27 Mall and In perron: 5pm, Nov. 3 Mall, Inperson: 8pm, Nov. 3 Ovemeas: postmarked Nov. 3 Mail and In persro: 8pm, Nov. 3 IPi- •a . / miii T--7: ' :• 57 ••77 Mafl: 8pm, Nov. 3;In person: Nov. 2 Mall: 5pm, Nov.3 In person: Noon, Oct 31 Mall and In person: 8pm,Nov. 3 Mai and In person: 8pm,Nov. 3 Mai: postmarked Nov 2,reCd Nov. 5 In proron: Noon, Nov. 3 MaH and In person: 7pm,Nov. 3 Maiandinpersoru 5pm,Nov.2 Overseas Mali: 5pm, Nov. 3 Mai and In person: 8pm, Nov. 3 Mai and In person: 7pm,Nov. 3 Mid and in person; postmarked by or tumedlnNov.2 Mail and in person: 5pm,Nov. 2 Mai and In person: 8pm, Nov. 3 Mai and In person: 7:30, Nov. 3 Mall: 7:30pm, Nov. 3 (overseas po^marked Nov. 3);In person: Nov.3 Mai and In person: 8pm,Nov. 3 Mai and In person: Spm, Oct 30 Mai and In person: 9pm, Nov. 3 Mai and in person: 7pm, Nov. 3 Mail and In person: Closeof Pois Mai: Close of Polls In perron: Oct. 29 Mali: 7pm,Nov. 2 In perron: Oct. 30 Mail: postmarked Nov. 2 In perron: Spm, Nov. 3 Mai and in person: 7pm, Nov. 3 Mai and in person: 7pm, Nov. 3 Mai: postmarked Nov. 3 In person: Spm, Nov. 3 Mail; Oct. 30 In person: Oct. 31 Mai and In person: Spm, ffov. 3 Mai and in person; 7pm, Nov. 3 CountyClerk 7am-7pm (307)777-7186 Wyoming *This chart lists statutory deadlines. In order to have ballot counted, one requesting an absentee ballot should allow himself or herself plenty of lead time. Note: The information provided in tlus chart is subject to change. The final authority is always the local election offciaL . . '• 7.':;7,7. 77,,77a5--'., � 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 1990-1999 Description An account of the resource Volumes LII-LXI 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. 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 October 1992 Description An account of the resource HEADLINES HOUSE VOTES TO CLOSE INLAND SAFETY LOOPHOLE LACK OF FUNDING, TIME MAY SHELVE MARITIME REFORM PACKAGE FOR NOW AFL-CIO, SEAFARERS BACK CLINTON/GORE TICKET MTD URGES RECALL OF BUSH CAMPAIGN AD U.S. TAXPAYER MONIES PAY FOR JOB EXPORT SCHEMES SEAFARERS MEET DISASTER DEMANDS, AID STORM VICTIMS ‘BROTHERHOOD OF THE SEA’ RAISES FUNDS, SUPPLIES U.S. REP. WALTER JONES DIES HOUSE VOTES TO CLOSE CABOTAGE LOOPHOLE FOREIGN RUSTBUCKETS ENDANGER COMMUNITIES, CREWS CREWMEMBERS BEAR BRUNT OF WORLD’S DETERIORATING SHIPPING STANDARDS SIU TO MAN TWO NEW RIVERBOATS LONG BEACH COUNCIL: THE QUEEN MARY STAYS OPEN TANKER SEAFARERS MUST HOL BENZENE-CLEARANCE CARDS DELAWHALE’S PAPALE RESCUES INJURED BOATER RETURN OF PHILLY FERRY EVOKES FOND MEMORIES FIRST TRIP FOR DQ ON TENN-TOM SECRET BALLOT ELECTION FOR UNION OFFICERS BEGINS NOV. 1 TWENTY-SEVEN POSTS ARE ON BALLOT FOR 1993-96 TERM SIU CONSTITUTION SPELLS OUT RULES ON ELECTIONS SEAFARERS JOIN AFL-CIO IN LABOR DAY ACTIONS SIU’S FRANCOIS NAMED TO REGIONAL JOB PANEL CROWLEY SEAFARERS ON THE JOB IN SAN JUAN CROWLEY MARITIME CELEBRATES ONE HUNDRED YEARS OF GROWTH CADREAU: AB/WHEELSMAN BY DAY, COMPUTER EXPORT BY NIGHT CRUISE MEAL SERVICE HUMS, THANKS TO GUS, PORTERS ON OS PHILLY, SEAFARER NEGRON REPORTS SMOOTH SAILING PGM ACQUIRES SHIP; WILL CARRY MILITARY CARGO THE CAT AT SEA NATION GOES TO POLLS ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3 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 10/01/1992 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. 54, No. 10 1992 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/8b1802433feca35dad025605adb1e59f.PDF a82553f1b3cc90ba70f83bca42579654 PDF Text Text ••• ••5^' ' v;#:-•• •• ;^f • OFFKIAl ORGAN OF THE SEAFARERS INnRNATIONAL UNION • ATLANTIC GULF, UKiS AND INLAND WATERS DISTRia •AFt-CIO Lindsey Williams, Sill Pioneer, Dies at 79 Page 7 Lindsey Williams , / •-'• / ./ ' '/ • '>V>' �2 OCWBER1993 SEM=MERSUm President's Report Maritime Stuiiy Commission Backod By Congnssionai SubcommBioo Health Care Reform— Off to a Good Start Insofar as America is concerned, health care looms large as a na­ tional crisis. Last month, President Clinton, who pledged to address the problem during his campaign, announced to Congress the broad principles of his administration's proposed national health care system. While more details of the Clinton plan can be found elsewhere in this edition of the Seafarers LOG, it should be noted that it is a pro­ gram designed to counter the rampant and ravag­ ing problems in medical care today—including lack of coverage for 37 million Ainericans and costs that keep mounting. Fortunately, we in the Seafarers are among Michael Sacco those in the United States who have health in­ surance. And while the last two decades have been economically difficult ones for our industry, the Seafarers medi­ cal plan has remained financially sound through prudent and wise management. This has allowed ^he Seafarers Welfare Plan to maintain comprehensive coverage for its participants. Thus for Seafarers the health care crisis may not seem so immedi­ ate. The same can be said for the millions of union members who also have good health care benefits through their collective bargaining agreements with their employers. But the truth is all workers who enjoy medical care coverage have a deep stake in the Current debate. For one thing, the cost of providing health care to the uninsured has been put on the backs of the people who have coverage. It is the insured who end up paying higher costs as hospitals, doctors and forprofit insurance companies pass on the tab for t^ng care of Americans with little or no health insurance coverage. Another effect of skyrocketing medical care costs is to put in danger the benefits of those who have health insurance. As costs esca­ late, health plans must look for ways to meet the bills. The result to the insured person is decreased coverage, increasing deductibles, copay systems, limited selection for seiVice providers and other restric­ tions instituted for cost-control. Basically, out-of-control health care costs have provoked medical plans to look for ways to make cuts just in order to meet rising expenses. Certainly unions are familiar with the squeeze on existing benefits. In recent years, 75 percent of all disputes arising in union contract talks came from health care-related issues. These days a strike is most likely to involve a difference over health care. j The SIU and all of American labor will be very carefully keeping track of the Clinton health care proposal as it moves through Congress as well as other legislative initiatives on the subject. The SIU, along with the AFL-CIO, will be generally working to ensure that any com­ prehensive health care system enacted into law is fair to all Americans, provides coverage to every American, spreads the ex­ pense of medical services evenly and equitably and contains costs. In particular, the trade union movement also will be working closely with the administration and members of Congress to make sure the high level of health care benefits and coverage which union members have won at the bargaining table is not reduced or subjected to a tax. American labor intends to push vigorously for swift action on this issue as the more time that goes by without a national health care sys­ tem in place, the more existing benefits are jeopardized and the more people find themselves without adequate coverage. As it stands now, the Clinton health care approach allows non­ profit, multi-employer health insurance programs—such as the Seafarers Welfare Plan—the ability to continue to offer to their par­ ticipants the full scope of comprehensive services in place under their plans. The Clinton administration proposal says these kind of plans can continue to give more in the way of benefits than what would be mandated by law. Additionally, spokesmen for the president have indi­ cated that under the Clinton plan the benefits that go beyond the stand­ ard benefit package prescribed by the government will not result in adverse tax consequences to the participants of these plans or to com­ panies which pay into multi-employer plans. At first blush, there is much in the Clinton health care system plan the American labor movement can support. In the upcoming months, as Congress begins its full examination of the Clinton proposal, the SIU and all U.S. unions will be deeply involved in the debate. The SIU's goal, as always, will be first and foremost to see that the needs and interests of Seafarers and their families are met in any national health care plan that ultimately becomes the law of the land. Volume 55. Number 10 October 1993 The Seafarers LOG (ISSN 0160-2047) is published monthly by the Seafarers International Union; Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District; AFL-CIO; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, Md. 20746. Telephone (301) 899-0675. Second-class postage paid at MSC Prince Georges, Md. 20790-9998 and at additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the Seafarers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, Md. 20746. Communications Department Director and Editor, Jes­ sica Smith; Managing Editor, Daniel Duncan; Associate Editors, Jordan Biscardo and Corrina Christensen; As­ sociate Editor/Production, Deborah A. Hirtes; Art, Bill Brower. Two separate efforts to create majority leader and the House and measure by House Armed Ser­ panels to study the role of the Senate minority leaders. Once vices Committee Chairman Ron U.S.-flag merchant marine with created, the commission would Dellums (D-Calif.). The Dellums amendment regard to national security and the have 60 days to submit its report. would initiate a technology economy are underway in Limits Participation development program to provide Washington. The Hollings-Lipinski com­ abase for advanced shipbuilding, House members already have mission differs from the one begun debate a bill that would proposed by Gore's NPR. Mem­ create a market for U.S.-built form a committee to analyze the bers of the Gore commission double-hull tankers and expand need of the U.S.-flag maritime in­ would be selected solely by the federal loan guarantees for U.S. shipyards. As a separate bill, the dustry. Meanwhile, the National president. Performance Review (NPR) While the size of the Gore shipbuilding legislation had report overseen by Vice President commission has not been deter­ passed the Merchant Marine and A1 Gore recommended last month mined, no more than three mem­ Fisheries Committee. that a different commission be set bers could be from the seafaring Senate Bill Differs up also to investigate the mer­ labor, subsidized carriers. While the House is still con­ chant fleet. It appears probable Department of Transportation sidering the defense funding bill, that in the near ^ture both com­ and the Federal Maritime Com­ the Senate already has approved mittees could be functioning. its version of the measure. The mission. On September 22, the House The Gore panel would be upper chamber did not include Merchant Marine Subcommittee chaired by a representative fi-om any aspects of the shipbuilding marked up for the full Merchant the National Economic Council legislation in its version. Should Marine and Fisheries or Defense Department. It would the bill passed by the House differ Committee's consideration legis­ be required to submit its report from the Senate version, mem­ lation calling for a commission to within 90 days of its creation. bers from both branches of Con­ study the U.S.-flag merchant fleet gress would meet to iron out the and its role with national security. Other Bills Moving differences. Subcommittee Chairman Wil­ While the effort tocreate comThe other maritime revitaliza­ liam Lipinski (D-Ill.) introduced ttees is taking place, two pieces tion bill before the House is the the bill (H.R. 3103) a day before of legislation associated with Maritime Security and Competi­ the subcommittee reported it maritime revitalization are await­ tiveness Act of 1993 (H.R. 2151). favorably to its parent committee. ing action by the full House of It was recommended to the full The legislation is similar to a bill Representatives. body just before the August offered by Senate Commerce As the Seafarers LOG was recess began. Committee Chairman Ernest going to press, the House was The measure is designed to Hollings (D-S.C.) in August. debating the Fiscal Year 1994 amend the 1936 Merchant Marine It c^s for a commission com­ defense funding bill which incor­ Act by creating a Maritime posed of members from maritime porated the National Shipbuild­ Security Fleet Program which labor, shipbuilding, international ing and Conversion Act. would make eligible up to 90 commerce and other related fields Originally offered as a separate U.S.-flag vessels operating in in­ appointed by the president, the bill, the legislation (H.R. 2547) ternational commerce to receive a Speaker of the House, the Senate was amended into the funding subsidy for 10 years. Gore Report Calls for Marine Review Several maritime related is­ sues were included in a 168-page report on "reinventing govern­ ment" released by President Bill Clinton and Vice President A1 Gore on September 7. The document was prepared by career civil servants whose charge from the vice president was to look for ways to streamline the federal government in order to make it more responsive to the people. The National Performance Review (NPR), as it is known, took six months to complete. The review dealt with all aspects of the federal govern­ ment. The Clinton administration estimated $108 billion would be saved and more than 250,000jobs would be eliminated over a fiveyear period if all of the proposals made in the report were imple­ mented. Within the outline was a onesentence call for the establishment of an indq)endent commission to conduct a detailed investigatioii into the U.S.-flag merchant marine industry and the benefits the country derives from it. The state­ ment did not spell out who would serve on the committee, how long they would serve or what specifi­ cally the panel would examine. As reported last month in the Seafarers LOG, a leaked draft about maritime for the NPR was to call for the total deregulation of the maritime industry, including the elimination of the 1920 Jones Act which stipulates that only U.S.-built, U.S.-crewed, U.S.flagged vessels transport cargo between two domestic ports. However, there was no such lan­ guage in the document when it was unveiled. While the draft was not in­ cluded in the September 7 release. the document continues to be cited by foreign-flag interests who are out to scuttle the U.S.flag merchant fleet. Noting the efforts made by foreign-flag allies to influence the NPR report, Herbert Brand, chairman of the board of the Transportation Institute, in­ formed Gore in a letter, "As one who has been involved in the maritime industry for well over 45 years and has borne witness to all manner of attacks on it by, those who would benefit from its demise, never before have I seen their efforts underwritten by the government. "This, indeed, is a sad commentaiy and one that bodes ill for the well-being of this nation," added Brand. (The Transporta­ tion Institute is a trade association representing U.S.-flag vessel operators engaged in domestic and intemationd business.) Also concerning maritime, the review called for establishing re­ employment rights for merchant mariners who leave private sector jobs to serve aboard vessels during times of war or national emergency and for cutting in half the funding provided by the federal government for the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy. SIU Rallies In Support of Mineworkers Seafarers participated in a rally with members of several other AFL-CIO unions in sweltering temperatures on September 3 to show their support for merhbers of the United Mine Workers of America (UMWA) in their ongoing strike against Bituminous Coal Operators' Association (BCOA). The union now has 17,500 mirwrs on strike in seven states in Appalachia and the Midwest Voicing their enthusiasm in front of UMWA headquarters in Washington are (left to right) SIU members Leo Ryrin, Alex Lottig, Roliert Clemons. James Crisler, Anthony Luzopone, Luis Escobar, Richard Taylor and Kenneth Creque. • I �OCTOBER 1993 SEAFARERS LOG 3 OH Spin Ship Crews Vote for Seafarers • "®:^ .v. Crewmembers working aboard 16 oil spill response ships voted last month to join the ranks oftheSIU. By a count of 47-43 with one challenged ballot, the mariners working for Dyn Marine Services aboard Marine Spill Response Corporation (MSRC) ships around the country voted to be represented by the Seafarers. Representatives from the union and the company are scheduled to meet this month to begin negotiations on a contract. The vote was conducted by the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) after the union filed pledge cards in August requesting an election. Voting took place on all 16 vessels located along the U.S. coastline as well as in Hawaii and the Virgin Islands on September 2. The ballots were taken to NLRB headquarters in Washington and counted on Sep­ tember 9. A total of 111 crewmembers were eligible to vote. The union for purposes of wage, hour and working conditions will Wearing union colors, Lone Sfar ffesponder crewmembers (left to represent all crewmembers on the rigtit) Mate John Lambermont, Oiler William "Buzz" Canslerand Cook vessels with the exception of the captain and chief engineer. Ray Salas show their approval. During organizing meetings with SIU representatives prior to the vote, crewmembers stated their reasons for going union. "Being affiliated with the Seafarers will give us greater job security," noted OS Stephen Brown, who works aboard the Georgia Responder. "We want to make sure we have good medical and pension benefits," added Mate John Fitzsinunons of the Florida Responder. "A union like the SIU will do that for all the crewmem­ bers." Outgrowth of CPA '90 Dyn Marine, a subsidiary of DynCorp, operates the oil spill response ships in behalf of the MSRC, a not-for-profit corpora­ tion created by major oil com­ panies following the passage of the Oil Pollution Act of 1990 (CPA '90). The law was Congress' response to the Exxon Valdez dis­ aster in Prince William Sound, Alaska in 1989. When the tanker ran aground, it created the worst oil spill in U.S. history as more than 10 million gallons of crude escaped. There was no pre­ planned effort available to con­ tain the oil before it washed ashore. OPA '90 changed the way tankers sailed into U.S. territorial waters. Among the new regula­ tions was one calling on vessels to have a response plan and capability in place in the event of an oil spill. In August 1990, major oil companies organized and funded MSRC in order to comply with the new law. MSRC established a series of responsesites with ships, trained personnel and oil spill containment equipment to handle any disasters created by tankers whose owners contribute to the new corporation. The goal was to have the response program opera­ tional before the August 1993 deadline set by OPA '90. The ships designed by MSRC are 208 feet long and have a nineperson operating crew. In the event of a oil spill, the vessels have quarters for up to 38 people. Each ship is equipped with two deck cranes, two stern- a Continued on page 8 Foreign Shipping interests Unmasked :A. International Plot Seen to Invade U.S. Waters As the LOG went to press, it learned that a substantial part of the attack on the U.S. merchant marine and the govern­ ment programs which serve as its under­ pinning are emanating from an interna­ tional group of lawyers, accountants and trade consultants who have ties to foreign shipping companies. Much of the thinking of the foreign groups spearheading the attack on U.S. shipping is revealed in a September 20, 1993 article in the South China Morning Post. The news story makes clear a primary source of the recent spate of assaults on the U.S. merchant marine and American maritime policy. Up to now, the knowledge of the institgators has been fuzzy with much of the work seeming to originate with a tiny group of free­ traders. This article makes it evident that the recent vehement onslaught on American shipping is rooted in a well- financed and well-coordinated group of lobbyists for foreign shipping interests. Named in the article as the firms be­ hind the effort to deep-six U.S. maritime laws and diminish the role of Americanflag shipping in order to replace it with foreign vessels are three firms; Sheldon & Mak, Moore Stephens and Manchester Trade. Quick research into a series of news articles printed in publi­ cations around the world indicates that each of these groups has deep ties to foreign interests which stand to profit substantially if American shipping is wiped out. Initial research reveals: • Sheldon & Mak is a law firm based in Southern California which has a reciprocal affiliation with China's largest legal entity, the Shanghai Finan­ cial Law Firm. The Shanghai lawyers' group has among its rolls 40 firm attor­ neys who also hold positions in the Pre U.S.-Flag Greup To HgM Attacks On American Ship ITades Concerned with the health of the American merchant marine, forces repre­ senting a wide range of interests including patriotic groups; citizens' organizations; shipping companies active in ocean-going. Great Lakes and domestic commerce; maritime unions representing seamen and boatmen; and shipyards have banded together to counter efforts to downsize the U.S.-flag fleet. The group, which named itself the United States Maritime Coalition, was formed at a meeting called by SIU President Michael Sacco in Washington, D.C. on Sep­ tember 23. Attended by 135 people from a broad spectrum of organizations, the group pledged to seek a U.S. maritime policy consistent with the interests of the Chinese government. • Moore Stephens is the 17th largest public accounting firm in the world and one of the biggest in the ship­ ping world. Based in London, it numbers among its clients Greek and Polish ship­ ping interests, including the Polish Steamship Agency. Tjie accounting firm advises and works with Sovcomflot, the giant ship­ ping entity controlled by seven private transportation companies and the Rus­ sian government. Moore Stephens not only serves the international shipping sector as the world's largest accountant for shipping interests, it also offers consulting ser­ vices in related areas such as ship finance. As a result of a recent merger, Moore Stephens is the accounting firm of most of die protection and indemnity (P«&1) clubs which insure the marine indust^. Most P&l clubs are based in places like Continued on pc^e // A GROUP of professionals spearheading an initia­ tive to encourage the Clinton administration to deregulate the United States shipping market is seeking support from Hong Kong shipping in­ terests. The ^oup comprises in­ ternational trade lawyers Sheldon and Mak, Lon­ don-based accountancy iRrm Moore Stephens, and Manchester Trade, an in­ ternational trade consult- The deregulation move is seen as a radical policy nation. shift as it will open USIn opening the session, Sacco said it flag trade to foreign-built was time to combine the strength of all the and repaired carrier groups that believe the United States must lines, foreign investors have a vital shipping capability. "The full and foreign crews. implication of an America without U.S.flag ships has not been realized in the "If these recommenda­ administration, among certain policy­ tions come to pass, the makers and in the press," Sacco said. world shipping industry "It is up to us to tell thecomplete story... stands to gain significant and that is: America can only be an opportunities to expand economic and defense superpower if the their businesses,"the nation has sufficient shipping power under group said in a statement the U.S.-flag, available in times of conflict and stabilizing trade in times of peace," the The goals of an Intematlonal group of lawyers, accountants and trade consultants with SIU officer said. ties to foreign shipping are exposed in a recent article in the Freight and Shipping Post Continuedon page II section of the South China Morning Post, a Hong Kong newspaper. W -V - mrcv-r. • gawic--:. -1 ' .• •• �4 SEAFARERSLOG OCTORER1993 sill Calls on Congress to Close Inland Safety Loophole majority of individuals working and women sailing aboard inlanc contributing to the safety of on inland water vessels from vessels of more than five gross maritime commerce," stated Ar­ holdingCoastGuard-issuedmer- tons. Similar legislation passec thur Volkle, associate general chant mariner documents (also the House last year, but Congress counsel for Maritrans. Sacco said that the number of known as z-cards)—no matter adjourned before the Senate towboat casualties have been sig­ Wliht the tonnage of the boat. could complete action on the nificant during the period from Presently, individuals serving measure, 1981 through 1990. According to on inland towing and harbor In its testimony of September the Coast Guard's data base, towing vessels as well as ocean 8 to the Subcommittee on Coast and harbor tugs of less than 100 Guard and Navigation hearing on casualties involving towboats gross tons are not required to hold the legislation, the SIU em­ under 300 gross tons numbered z-cards. On navigable rivers and | phasized that the safety of crew 8,242, of which 5,047 or 62 per­ lakes, except the Great Lakes, the members on thousands of tugs cent were attributed to personnel causes. majority of individuals" working j and towboats is at stake. As defined by the agency, per­ aboard a tug or towboat are not "The SIU strongly backs this required to hold merchant measure because it has been anc sonnel causes include such fac­ mariner documents. The Coast will continue to be a strong advo tors as inattention to duty, Representative Bart Stupak (DGuard, however, does require that cate for safety, the safety of its intoxication, error in judgment, Mich.) speaks In favor of Inland on all river and lakes towing ves- members, the safety of vessels on lack of knowledge, lack of train­ documentation legislation. sels of 26 feet in length (regard- which its members earn their ing, lack of experience, operator less of tonnage), the operator of livelihood, the safety of the en error, fatigue, stress, improper Bart Stupak (D-Mich.) also the boat must hold a document vironment, and the safety of the safety precautions, failure to voiced support for the legislation, issued by the agency. communities along the rivers comply with rules, regulations stating, "In this growing industry, TheCoastGuardalsorequires banks," SIU Executive Vice and procedures, improper load­ I thir^ that the requirements of that tankermen working aboard | President Joseph Sacco pointec ing, cargo stowage, securing, this act are a minimd intrusion on mooring and towing. Further, of people to provide safety tugs and toWs hold a document | out. the accidents attributed to person­ throughout our country for ship-^ with the appropriate endorse­ Need For Safe Waterways ments. All other hands abpardl Tugs and barges are respon nel causes, 82 percent resulted in ping on our inland waterways." vessels on the nation's navigable sible for a multitude of cargoes groundings and collisions. Sacco stated that although the The SIU believes that these boat operators and tankermen rivers and lakes, except fte Great Lakes,carrynomerchantmanner|f,„„ Among the casualties are indicative of the hold a docunieixt with the ap­ Executive Vice President Joseph document, other endorsements or material transported on the need to assure all users of the propriate endorsements, current Sacco stresses the importance of licenses. nation's rivers and lakes are inland waterways and the com law needs to expand to include all safety standards on the nation's The inland documentation bill petroleum products, forest anc munities along the rivers that the other hands aboard the vessels. navigable rivers and lakes in his (H.R. 1915), would require "The captain of the vessel is farm products, coal, metallic ores mariners who man the commer­ testimony on Capitol Hill. mariner documents for all men radiation materials and chemi cial craft which share these water­ responsible for the safety of his cals—including benzene^ am­ ways are uniformly examined by crew and his vessel; however, monia, sulfuric acid and fertilizer the Coast Guard for the positions there are times that a deckhand In many cases the cargo is hazard they hold. In the deep sea sector may be involved in certain ous or combustible or both, Sacco where all members of the crew aspects other than his usual duties are either licensed or docu­ while the vessel is underway or noted. "Given the nature of the mented, the accident rate due to product carried, the large popula­ the human factor is significantly Required to Hoid Merchant Vice Admiral Albert Hertion centers on the rivers' paths ess," the SIU official said. Mariner Document or Licenw berger (Ret.) was sworn in as the Documentation Process and the unpredictability of the head of the U.S. Maritime Ad­ • All deep sea and Great rivers themselves, it is ludicrous To obtain a merchant mariner ministration (MarAd) after the Lakes mariners working that within this large segment o document, which is a form o Senate unanimously approved aboard U.S. merchant vessels waterbome transportation, there identification issued by the agen­ his nomination shortly after of atleast 100 gross tons. are personnel in the industry who cy, the applicant is subject to a returning to Capitol Hill follow­ • The operators of towing are not required by law to meet 'ederal Bureau of Investigation ing its August recess. minimal criteria similar to that re­ FBI) check and review of vessels 26 feet in length or His nomination had been quired of deep sea personnel," the criminal records and, as a result greater regardless of tonnage held up for several months by SIU official stated. of the Oil Pollution Act of 1990, navigating on rivers and lakes, three farm-state senators who must make available any infor­ • All tankermen with ap­ Company Supports Plan opposed Herberger's stance in mation contained in the National propriate endorsements. Maritrans GP Inc., the largest favor of cargo preference. Drivers Register related to any independent maritime transporter President Clinton announced Exempted from Hoiding of petroleum products in the U.S. driving offense pertaining to al­ the retired Naval officer as his Merchant Mariner Document coastwise trades, is among the cohol. Merchant mariner docu­ choice to head the Department or License growing number of maritime ments are denied by the Coast of Transportation agency in • Individuals serving companies to have thrown their Guard if within 10 years prior to April. After being approved for aboard inland towing vessels he date of the filing, the applicant strong support behind the legisla­ the post of Maritime Ad­ Albert Herberger of less than 100 tons. las been convicted in court of a tion. ministrator by the Senate Com­ narcotics violation, unless the in­ • Individuals serving Tt must be remembered that, merce, Science and dividual has submitted evidence aboard harbor towing vessels Herberger began his life at even if not carrying hazardous Transportation Committee in to the agency to reasonably war­ 100 tons. of less than June, Herberger saw his sea as a merchant mariner. He is substances, these vessels, if rant the conclusion that he is no • Individuals serving nomination put on hold by a graduate of the U.S. Merchant operated imprudently, threaten onger involved with or as­ Senators Conrad Burns (R- Marine Academy in Kings the safety of other vessels operat­ sociated with narcotics and is aboard ocean tugs of less than 100 tons. Mont.), Hank Brown (R-Colo.) Point, N.Y. and sailed aboard ing on the waterway; it makes suitable for employment. and Charles Grassley (R-Iowa). merchant vessels until he joined little difference that all the crew• Individuals serving There are more than 5,000 tugs members of a tanker are screened The senators stated they dis­ the Navy in 1958. aboard harbor tugs of less than While serving in the military, when the other vessel makes a and towboats in the U.S.-flag 100 tons. agreed with Herberger's views on fleet and close to 3,300 of those cargo preference and claimed Herberger accumulated more wrong turn and causes a collision. operate on the nation's rivers and We see H.R. 1915 as significantly they wanted more time to study than 17 years of executive ex­ akes, which make up 25,777 tied up. In an emergency situa­ perience involving all aspects of his nomination. tion, the deckhand on watch is miles of navigable waterways. Coast Guard Requirements managing manpower resources under the direction of the captain. Under Senate rules, a single including for Merchant Mariner Gathering Support recruiting, training, There are times when he will be senator may delay indefinitely education, distribution and Document Bipartisan support for H.R. called up to the bridge by the cap­ the final approval by the whole logistics. Prior to his retirement • Evidence of drug-free 915 was displayed during the tain or even when the cook could chamber of a presidential ap­ urinalysis. hearing. In a statement to the sub­ active duty in April 1990, pointee. In this case. Burns, from • Oath to adhere to all ap­ committee, Representative Jack be called on in certain situations." the Albany, N.Y. native served Brown and Grassley, all ardent plicable federal laws. The vessels exempted from ields (R-Texas), ranking deputy commander-in-chief • Check of National Driver opponents of cargo preference as the Coast Guard merchant of the U.S. Transportation Com­ Register for drunk-driving or minority member of the Merchant legislation, withheld mand where he was responsible mariner document requirement Marine and Fisheries Committee, controlled substance violations. Herberger's name from con­ for developing and implement• Criminal record check said, "The requirement to obtain include marine equipment of sub­ sideration until they had a ing a strategy to promote with the FBI. merchant mariner document al- stantial proportions. Many of the • Verification of U.S. chance to talk with the admiral government and civil sector boats in question are driven by citizenship or evidence from ows the Coast Guard to deter­ about his position. Grassley, support for improvements in all engines with horsepower in the mine which individuals may pose INS of lawful entry and per­ who consistently has attacked modes of national transporta­ manent residence in country. risks to vessel safety. The Coast tens of thousands. There are some the U.S.-flag merchant fleet, tion. • Proof of employment in Guard exercises continuing over­ towboats that push more than 50 the industry or evidence of sight over seamen required to barges at a time, making the over­ was the last to drop his hold, August 1990, Herberger military service. thus allowing the Senate vote to wasIn named all tonnage of the combined vice president for • Renewal every five years. maintain documents as a condi­ take place. marine equipment unit close to maritime affairs at the Interna­ • Completion of 60-90 days tion of employment, and may hat of an ocean-going vessel, (U.S. cargo preference laws tional Planning and Analysis suspend or revoke a document for ofseatime. said the SIU official. mandate that a certain percent­ Center in Arlington, Va. He be­ • To obtain an advanced cause. Without a documentation age of government-impelled came a consultant for MarAd requirement, the Coast Guard is H.R. 1915 has been presented rating, passage of Coast Guard cargo be carried aboard after his nomination was an­ jowerless to act against a seaman to the House Subcommittee on examination indicatingproficien­ American-flag vessels.) who may commit a serious error Zloast Guard and Navigation and nounced. cy and knowledge. or offense." is awaiting further action. The SIU is urging Congress to pass legislation designed to close a loophole in the nation maritime standards which is en­ dangering the safety of the men and women who sail on the nation's rivers and lakes. As the law currently stands, the loophole exempts the vast HerbersfBt Sworn In As Maritime Head - . •' I �tf-': V>:-'-Z p:rm '••Pm; OCTOBER 1993 SEAEARERSLOG 5 Seafarers Ratify New Three-Year Contract far LNG Vess^s Seafarers working aboard Energy Transportation Company (ETC) vessels ratified a new three-year contract with the com­ pany last month following a series of shipboard votes. The pact, retroactive to June 16, increases wages and benefits, while making changes in the working conditions aboard the eight liquified natural gas (LNG) vessels that sail between In­ donesia and Japan. SIU Executive Vice President Joseph Sacco held meetings with Seafarers aboard several LNG vessels to discuss the changes and answer questions concerning the Executive Vice President Joseph Sacco reviews changes in the new ETC agreement with Seafarers aboard the LNG Leo before voting. new contract, which in many Orgulf Boatmen Endorse Pact For Work Aleng Mississippi River Seafarers sailing aboard Or­ gulf Transportation tugboats along the Mississippi River and its tributaries have overwhelm­ ingly ratified a new four-year contract with the company. The new pact incliides a wage increase and expanded medical benefits coverage which took ef­ fect September 15. It also coit tained changes in the work rules aboard the boats. These changes, which were made with an eye toward Orgulf fleet expansion, brought about a mutual agreement between the company and the union to reopen the contract prior to its December 31 deadline. The new pact will run until the end of 1997. Crewmembers provided sug­ gestions and ideas for the new agreement when SIU officials serviced their vessels as well as through correspondence with the union. Representatives for the SIU and the Cincinnati-based com­ pany held six negotiating sessions beginning in the spring. Delegates to the talks included Deckhand Greg Camel, Lead Deckhand Gary Gillespie and Cook Nigel Godden. Voting by SIU members aboard the tugboats was inter­ rupted by flooding this summer along the Mississippi River. Most of the Orgulf fleet of 21 boats was '"•'/ See page 13 for photos of crewmembers ratifying the contract aboard LNG vessels. three-year life of the contract. The pact includes outpatient medical care for spouses and dependents of SIU members. It also allows the board of trustees of the Seafarers Pension Plan to lift the $1,000 monthly cap, which will permit qualified members to retire and get higher pensions. The contract calls for changes in the crew compliment aboard the LNG vessels. Sacco told crewmembers this measure was tied to efforts by the union to ob­ tain future LNG contracts, thus creating more jobs. "I talked with the crews about the important changes taking place in the maritime industry and, in particular, within the LNG market," Sacco recalled. "There is a tremendous potential for growth with LNG transportation and we are looking to be part of it." "This new contract will allow ETC to compete around the globe," noted Steward/Baker Henry Jones Jr., who sails aboard the LNG Leo. "It's a good contract because it provides greater job security and oppor­ tunities for the membership and our families." Negotiations for the new pact began in the spring. Although the previous contract expired June 15, the union and ETC agreed to an extension under which the members continued working. While aboard the vessels, Sacco also discussed the training and upgrading opportunities available at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Educa­ tion in Piney Point, Md. He ad­ vised the crewmembers how courses at the school are constant­ ly updated to provide Seafarers with the latest information that will help .them with their jobs aboard LNG vessels. "All of the ships I was aboard were in excellent condition," Sacco said. "They were clean and looked great. It was a pleasure to visit the LNG vessels and talk with the crews." Great Lalces Memlfers Approve New Agreement Representing the Seafarers in talks with Orgulf Transportation are (left to right) Deckhand Greg Camel, St. Louis Port Agent Joe Sigler, Cook Nigel Godden and Lead Deckhand Gary Gillespie. * Seafarers aboard American Steamship Co. vessels like the American Republic are covered under the new Great Lakes contract. An Orgulf tugboat sails up the MIsslssipi River past Alton, III. layed up until the river and its tributaries b^gan receding in August. Orgulf tugs push barges loaded with coal, grain, steel pipes and other items along the Mississippi, Ohio and Missouri rivers. Trade Gouncil Continues Efforts To Organize Avondaio Shipyard The New Orleans Metal Trades Council is continuing its efforts to begin the collective bar­ gaining process for workers at the Avondale Shipyard in New Or­ leans. In July, Avondale workers voted to go union by a margin of 1,804 to 1,263 at the traditionally non-union site. A coalition of trade unions from the New Or­ leans area, including the Seafarers, worked together during a four-month organizing campaign prior to the vote. The effort to organize the yard, the largest private employer in New Orleans and one of the nation's leading shipyards, was initiated by shipyard worker Dick Creed. Over a two-year period with his wife. Creed informed his fellow workers through flyers about the activities of the com­ pany thaf were not in the employees' interest. regards parallels the union's standard agreement. Seafarers working aboard ETC vessels will receive a cumulative increase in base wages of 11 percent over the Among the issues of interest to Avondale workers were a see­ sawing wage scale, nepotism and favorism in hiring and promotion practices by managers, unsafe working conditions, workers' paying a very high contribution rate for medical care compared to the company contribution and a so-called employee stock owner­ ship plan with little employee participation. In Ae balloting conducted by the National Labor Relations Board, 650 ballots were chal­ lenged. A majority of these votes were withheld by the NLRB be­ cause the names of the people cast­ ing ballots did not appear on voting eligibility lists. A hearing on the matter was set for late September. Union representatives meet with Avondale workers regularly. "We are letting the employees know that this is a full time opera­ tion and that the fight goes on," Great Lakes Seafarers have approved a new contract that will cover their wages, benefits and working conditions into 1997. The new four-year agreement with the Great Lakes Association of Marine Contractors (GLAMO), a management group of Great Lakes operators, in­ cludes wage and health benefit increases as well as changes in the work rules. SIU members ratified the new agreement, which is retroactive to August 1, by casting votes on their vessels throughout the Great Lakes region. For the first time, outpatient medical care is available for the spouses and dependents of Great Lakes members. In meetings, cor­ respondence and ship's minutes, members had expressed their concern that this be included when the new pact was negotiated. Representatives for the Seafarers and the companies held six negotiating sessions begin­ ning late June in Cleveland. When negotiations continued past the July 31 deadline for the previous contract, the union and GLAMO mutually agreed to ex­ tend the pact until an agreement was reached. The contract calls for yearly pay increases throughout the life of- the agreement and maintains all earlier benefits. "This is a good contract with a lot of improvements that will help us. The outpatient medical Care for dependents is great. We really needed this," said ABAVatchman John Spezia, who sails aboard ASC vessels. The companies which incor­ porate GLAMO include American Steamship Company (ASC) based out of Buffalo, N.Y., Cement Transit Company of Cleveland and Litton Great Lakes and Erie Sand Steam­ ship Company of Erie, Pa. The fleet transports iron ore, stone, coal and salt along the Great Lakes. said SIU Representative Bobby Milan of New Orleans, who has assisted the Metal Trades Council during the drive. "lliis is why we are out in the yard handing out pamphlets and talking with them. We do not want them to think that we've for­ gotten them after the vote." Milan noted the company has been contesting the election since it was held and the results an­ nounced. He said the trade unions involved "are going to be there fighting for the employees every step of the way." Besides the SIU, other unions working with the New Orleans Metal Trades Council in the or­ ganizing effort are the Boiler­ makers, Carpenters, Electricians (IBEW), Insultors, Iron Workers, Laborers, Machinists, Operating Engineers, Painters, Plumbers and Pipefitters and Sheetmetal Also covered under the four-year agreement are crewmembers workng aboard the Richard Reiss, an Erie Sand Steamship Co. vessel. Workers. • ..'•'"•ki: • • '• •'..VillV., • , �6 ocnmai993 XAFARBISLOa AFL-CIO httensifSes BaWe to Mix Tirade Deal I :<v., ' Warning that the proposed breakfast in New York, Kirkland shortcomings of the side deals.) North American Free Trade summed up organized labor's Heading South of the Border Agreement (NAFTA) woulc views on NAFTA w'^en he said, Under NAFTA, tariffs anc spell disaster for miillions of U.S "We shall demor t ate that we workers and for the nation's are indeed a free and independent other trade regulations among the economy, trade unionists labor movement, in no one's United States, Mexico and throughout the country recently pocket but our members, when it Canada would be removed during began stepping up efforts to con­ comes to the so-called Free Trade the next 10 years, thereby en­ vince Congress to reject the trade Agreement with Mexico. couraging U.S. businesses to deal which originally was "We believe NAFTA is a sell­ move south of the border to take negotiated by the Bush ad­ out of working Americans. It advantage of cheap labor and in­ ministration. would be deeply damaging to the adequate environmental stand­ A number of "No NAFTA country and to the communities ards. events took place across the that make up America. And the The AFL-CIO estimates that countty on Labor Day, including labor movement is going to fight enactment of NAFTA woulc parades in Cleveland and Cincin­ it with everything we've got." result in half a million U.S. nati and rallies in North Dakota President Clinton last month citizens losing their jobs. It also and Minnesota. Additionally, the officially kicked off his campaign would lead to a general decline in APT.-CIO has collected hundreds to enact NAFTA, during a White wages for those who still have of thousands of signatures on House ceremony when—sur­ jobs, according to studies by the anti-NAFTA petitions, and or­ rounded by former presidents Economic Policy Institute (EPI). ganized labor's legislative com­ Bush, Carter and Ford—he The EPI estimates that NAFTA mittees in key congressional signed side agreements quickly would reduce the wages of districts met with members of the negotiated by his administration 70 percent of U.S. workers whoare House and Senate during the concerning labor and environ­ not in high-skill, high-technology Seafarers from the port of Honolulu (pictured above) recently took part August recess to reiterate the mental protection. in a "No NAFTA" demonstration in Hawaii. The event was one jobs by at least $1,000 per year. dangers of NAFTA. Clinton during his campaign example of the AFL-CIO's campaign to prevent the so-called free Opponents of NAfTA have Seafarers who have not al­ last year promised not to support trade agreement with Mexico and Canada from being enacted. ready done so are urged to contact NAFTA until it included such presented finely detailed argu­ their senators and congressmen side deals. But the AFL-CIO, ments against the deal. House catil't hide this simple fact: mental agreement that excludes and ask them to reject NAFTA, a along with key elected officials Majority Whip David E. Bonior NAFTA still threatens to make air and water. deal which AFL-CIO President on Capitol Hill, and farmer and (D-Mich.) and House Majority American jobs our Number 1 ex­ "Under this agreement, we Lane Kirkland recently described environmental groups, immedi­ Leader Richard Gephardt (D- port," said Bonior, the third rank­ will not be doing the best for our as "a poison pill left OVCT from the ately denounced the side accords Mo.) are among those who have ing Democrat in the House. people," he added. "Drawn down last administration." as failures, cementing their op­ described NAFTA as a high-risk by the lower wages in Mexico, Gephardt pointed out, "Under experiment in which countries at position to NAFTA. our standard of living will con­ NAFTA, the Mexican govern­ far different stages of economic NAFTA: A Sell-Out (Throughout the debates about development tinue to stagnate or decline." ment refused to allow industrial and democratic NAFTA is scheduled to go NAFTA, Ae AFL-CIO has main­ NAFTA proponents, includ­ relations—the right to strike, the before the House late this month tained its position in favor of truly rights attempt to merge their right to bargain collectively and ing Senate Minority Leader Bob or in early November. While the 'air trade deals which benefit all economies. (Mexico's poverty right to freely associate—to be Dole (R-Kan.) and Senator John trade deal apparently has little nations involved. However, the rate is 40 percent, while its gross covered under the dispute resolu­ C. Danforth (R-Mo.), argue that backing in the House, it has far federation of trade unions insists domestic piroduct is one-twen­ tion procedures of the agreement. the trade deal would open the tieth of that of the United States.) greater support in the Senate. that NAFTA is not a "fair trade" "All the fanfare about the This is a glaring and critical omis­ Speaking at a Labor Day agreement, largely due td the Continued on page 20 completion of side agreements sion, equivalent to an environ­ Clinton introduces National Heaith Care Reform Plan Congress to Take Up Plan; Organized Labor Offers Its Backing J,?;:- .. .'A'.:' Organized labor supports President Clinton's health care reform plan, and will "conduct a major campaign for its enactment by the Congress," said AFL-CIO President Lane Kirkland. "This plan will accomplish a goal that the labor movement has sought for the better part of this century: health care for every American." Clinton unveiled the plan in a nationally televised address on September 22, although many of the details had been made public roughly a week earlier. But final action on health care is a long way off. Clinton's speech merely marked theofficial kickoff of an intense national debate that will last for many months. Later this month, the president will send his proposal to Congress for debate. Meanwhile, a number of competing plans also are being offered by both Democrats and Republicans. Some of the key points of President Clinton's program in­ clude: • Requiring all employers to provide health insurance to their employees. • Establishing and enforcing, through federal or state govern­ ment, cost limits on private sector health insurance premiums, as well as limits on doctorand hospi­ tal fees. • Prohibiting health insurance firms from refusing to insure an applicant, or charge excessively high premiums, due to an individual's health condition. • Providing coverage for every U.S. citizen, regardless of their health or employment status. (Al­ most 40 million Americans cur­ rently have no coverage. Many others are underinsured.) • Greatly simplifying paper- How Clinton Heaith Plan Would Be Financed ($ Billion, 1994-2000) Sources of Funds: Medicare Savings ($124) Sin Taxes ($105) Medicaid Savings ($114) Savings to Other Federal Programs ($47) Revenue Gains ($51) Former Medicare and Medicaid Recipients Now Covered by Alliance Plans ($259) Uses of Funds: Long-Term Care ($80) Medicare Drug Benefit ($72) Public Health/ Administration ($29) Subsidies for Low-Income Firms and Workers* ($169) Deficit Reduction ($91) Alliance Coverage ($259) 'Includes self-employed tax deduction Estimates are preliminary and do not incorporate interactive effects. work and eliminating waste and medical fraud, leading to substan­ tial savings. The president also said the only new taxes under his plan would be on tobacco products, plus a surcharge of 1 percent im­ posed on large corporations that decide not to join health alliances. Joining trade unionists in sup­ port of the basics of the plan are large corporations including Chrysler Corp., Xerox and Beth­ lehem Steel; senior citizens groups; many health insurers; and medical providers such as the American Academy of Family Physicians. (The AFL-CIO is part of the Health Care Reform Project, a diverse, non-partisan coalition that collectively repre­ sents 50 million Americans who support the plan.) Thus far, the nation's big health insurance companies and the National Federation of Inde­ pendent Business have been the . most vocal opponents to the president's plan. The business group represents many com­ panies that do not provide their workers with health care coverage. Clinton's proposal calls for employers to pay for at least 80 percent of their employees' premiums. Employers still would be able to pay more than 80 per­ cent, however. Provision Protects Seafarers The president's plan allows multi-employer, non-profit plans like the Seafarers Welfare Plan and others associated with unions to continue to serve their mem­ bers and provide high-quality AB Photo by Greg Gibson A joint sesion of Congress gathers to hear President Clinton outline his plan for health care reform. care. Multi-employer plans, under the Clinton proposal, may continue to offer more benefits than the core benefits package which the president's plan would mandate. Spokesmen for the president have indicated that under the Clinton plan, the benefits that go beyond ^e standard benefit pack­ age prescribed by the government will not result in adverse tax conse­ quences to the participants of these plans or to companies which pay into multi-employer plans. However, there are others in government who have suggested taxing benefits if they exceed the government's standard package. The AFL-CIO and the SIU will work vigorously to oppose any suggestion or placement of such taxes. In addition, a provision in the SIU's new three-year standard contract states that in the event of a national health care system being enacted by Congress and signed into law by the president, the union and its contracted operators will, work to ensure that Seafarers and their families con­ tinue to receive the high level of benefits they currently enjoy. Continued on page 20 �it' .-.m- OCTOBER 1993 SBVARBISUK 7 Former VP Llndsey Williams Dies of Heart Disease at 79 Lindsey Williams, a longtime the American merchant marine Additionally, he served during SIU official who pioneered the or­ delivered military supplies. During the 1970s as president of both the ganizing of inland boatmen and the invasion of Okinawa, his vessel Greater New Orleai^s AFL-CIO deep sea merchant mariners for the was torpedoed and sunk. and the New Orleans AFL-CIO union, passed away September 12 After the war. Brother Williams Maritime Trades Council. In the at Elmwood Medical Center in was assigned as an organizer in the former capacity, he worked as chair­ Louisiana due to heart disease. He Gulf area. He was involved in the man of the federation's Committee was 79. drive toorganize the Isthmian Line, on Political Education, which recom­ Brother Williams served the and later was appointed as the mended to union leaders which can­ Seafarers in many capacities from SIU's director of organizing. didates the AFL-QO should endorse the time he joined the SIU in 1942 Red Campbell, retired SIU vice in local elections. until he retired in the spring of president-contracts, worked with Retired SIU official Buck In 1988, Lindsey Williams was honored for his many years of service 1979. Always politically active, he Williams during several organizing Stephens, who worked with Wil­ to the union when the shiphandling simulator building was named for was vice president of the union's campaigns, on cruise-ship con­ liams for 30 years, described him as him. He is joined by his wife, Cordelia, and SIU President Michael Gulf Coast District from 1965 to tracts and on other projects. "a good leader, the type who Sacco as he cuts the ribbon. '79. He also worked informally "Lindsey was a dedicated official wouldn't ask anyone to do some­ with the union even before he who always was available to pro­ thing he wouldn't do. He was al­ signed on as a rank-and-file mem­ vide sound advice and leadership," ways receptive to suggestions and ber, as well as after he retired. Campbell said. "He was well or­ new ideas." In 1988 the SIU honored Wil­ ganized and a decent guy to work liams by naming the shiphandling for and with. He had a classy Brother Williams remained ac­ simulator building at the Paul Hall relationship with the members." tive even after he retired from the Center for Maritime Training and SIU. In '79 he was appointed clerk Other Activities Education after him. Though renowned for his work of New Orleans Municipal Court, a "We remember Lindsey Wil­ as an organizer. Brother Williams position which he filled for about 10 liams as a fierce fighter for seamen assumed many other respon­ years. He also was a member of the and boatmen," said SIU President sibilities during his career with the New Orleans Public Belt Railroad Michael Sacco at Brother Williams' SIU. He was the Gulf Coast area Commission and of the state Athletic funeral mass in New Orleans. "We director of the Inland Boatmen's Commission, which regulates remember him as a keen strategist Union from 1961 until 1976, when boxing. and superb union organizer the IBU merged with the SIU's Brother Williams lived in "Although Lindsey technically A&G District. He was the New Or­ Metairie, La. for the last four years. Lindsey Williams (left) worked closely with SIU members and pen­ retired from the SIU in 1979, he leans port agent from 1950 to 1960 He is survived by his wife, Cor­ sioners. He is pictured above counseling Pensioner Arthur A. Smith never really retired from the (having succeeded the late Earl delia; a son, P. Lindsey Williams; a on his retirement benefits. seamen's movement," Sacco con­ Bull" Shepard) and in 1968 he be­ daughter, Estelle Williams Hubtinued. "He never retired from the came a trustee of the Seafarers Pen­ bell; a sister, four stepchildren and trade union movement, and he cer­ sion Plan. two grandchildren. tainly never retired from politics. Herb Brand, chairman of the board of directors of the Transpor­ tation Institute and a longtime as­ Tom Fay has been named vice sociate of the SIU, said Williams president of the Seafarers Harry "was instrumental, he played a Lundeberg School of Seamanship leadership role in every major ef­ in Piney Point, Md. The 35-yeiar fort in which the union was in­ SIU member becomes the fifth per­ volved. He was one of (late SIU son to head the joint union and con­ tracted-company training facility, President) Paul Hall's most highly replacing Ken Conklin, who retire regarded and respected associates. earlier this year. Above all, he was a very direct and Fay brings to the job the exforthright person for which he was lerience of years at sea on board respected everywhere." merchant ships, as well as the Brother Williams, the son of a variety of duties he has held ashore union printer, was bom in Poplaror the union. Prior to accepting the ville. Miss, butspent most of his life assignment, he was serving as port in New Orleans. He began his agent in Honolulu. maritime career in 1935, working Fay joined the Seafarers in Bos­ aboard towboats on the Mississippi ton in 1958. "I was following my Ken Conklin announces his retire­ River, and within a short time he brother, John (the present SIU ment as Lundeberg School VP. began organizing river tug and towsecretary-treasurer), to sea," he boat crewmembers. recalled of his start in the union. in various political and trade union When the United States entered "He already was sailing and I liked activities. Fay and his wife, Doris, have World War II, Williams joined the Jndsey Williams played an active role in virtually every beef in SIU what he told me about it. three daughters: Robin Fay, Anne Seafarers and subsequently sailed listory. Here he hits the bricks with then-SIU President Paul Hall and The Boston native sailed in the Marie Boidi and Donna Lindsey, a in almost every combat zone where allow Seafarers during the Robin Line beef of the early 1960s. engine department and worked his Lundeberg School graduate who way up the ladder to an electrician's rating. Fay worked briefly at SIU sails as chief steward. Conklin came to the Lundeberg headquarters in the early 1960s School in 1967 following a 23-year before returning to sea. He came career in the U.S. Marine Corps ashore again in 1980 as a head­ where he rose from the rank of quarters representative. private to major. In 1987, Fay became the port The Clifton, N.J. native heard agent in Honolulu. While there, he served as a vice president of the from a fellow Marine that the Hawaii AFL-CIO and secretary- school was looking to create a train­ treasurer of the Honolulu Port ing program for young people inter­ Maritime Council. He was involved ested in beginning a career as seamen on U.S.-flag ships. Con­ klin, who had served as a boot camp drill instructor in the service for more than three years, interviewed and was hired for the position. Having been with the facility since its inception, he held a variety of positions at the school. He became Lundeberg School vice president in 1985, serving as the facility's chief officer. Conklin noted one of the most satisfying experiences he had in his 27 years at Piney Point was working with the trainees. "This was a very gratifying job when you are able to use your skills and knowledge to lelp young people become trained Williams was an advocate of effective and ongoing grassroots political action. He worked with many elected officials in the Gulf states in behalf of U.S.-flag shipping. He is pictured above at the May 1963 Tom Fay holds a meeting with and useful members of our society," Lundeberg School staff. le said upon retiring. SlUNA convention, flanked by then-President Paul Hall and Senator Russell Long. , ' -.r. Ken Conklin Retires Tom Fay Heads School . .. ':'M'i.V' )• - .r i-;' .sp -•te'" • w: �mgi'/ 8 SEAFARERS LOG A Message to SlU Members From the Seafarers' Plans (Editor's Note: The following information is provided to Seafarers by the Seafarers Welfare Plan, Seafarers Pension Plan, Seafarers Vaca tion Plan, Great Lakes Tug and Dredge Pension Plan, and Marine Ccoks and Stewards Sup plementary Plan. It is reproduced here in its entirety.) Tlje Seafarers Welfare, Pension and Vacation Plans are in the process of revising the summary plan description booklets which describe your benefits. However, until these booklets will be available, the Trustees would like to notify you o: several recent changes that have been made to these Plans. This article contains important infor mation about the benefits you may be entitled to receive from these Plans. We suggest that you keep this article until you receive the revisec booklets. In addition, the Trustees of the Great Lakes Tug and Dredge Pension Plan and the Marine Cooks & Stewards Supplementary Plan would like to notify participants in these Plans o; some recent changes. OCTOBER 1993 ^ :}•••• • . Pre-retirement Joint and Survivor Annuity The pre-retirement Joint and Survivor Annuity is the benefit that is available to your spouse if you are vested in the Seafarers Pension Plan, but die before you reach retirement age. The Plan now gives your surviving spouse a choice of how they wish this benefit to be paid to them. Pre­ viously, your spouse could not receive this benefit until the date when you would have reached retirement age. Under the new rule, if the total amount of this benefit at your death is less than $3,500, your surviving spouse will receive the entire amount in a lump sum at the time of your death. If the value of this benefit is between $3,500 and $25,000, your surviving spouse may choose to receive the entire amount in a lump sum at the time of your death, or receive it in monthly payments at the time when you would have reached retirement age. Your spouse must make this choice in writing. If the value of the pre­ retirement annuity is greater than $25,000, your spouse must wait until the time you would have reached retirement age, and will then receive the survivor's benefit in monthly payments. SEAFARERS WELFARE PLAN SEAFARERS VACATION PLAN Outpatient Benefits for Dependents There has been one minor change in this Plan, The Trustees are pleased to announce an addi required by a change in the law. In accordance tion to the benefits that are provided by the with the law, the Vacation Plan now honors all Seafarers Welfare Plan. As a result of many lawful levies that are served upon the Plan. The requests from participants, the Union negotiatec Plan will notify you immediate y if a levy against increased contributions to enable the Plan to pay you is received In the event that the Plan should for outpatient care for the dependents o receive i levy for state taxes owed, unpaid employees whose employers are paying the ap­ alimony or child support, or other lawful debt propriate rate. If you are a deep sea employee and owed by you, it will be held for a period of 15 your employer is signatoty to the July 1993 con­ months. If you apply for vacation benefits during tract with American Maritime Association com­ this period, the Plan will deduct the amount re­ panies, you are eligible for this benefit. Other quired by the levy from your vacation check. As deep sea employees and inland employees are required by law, levies received from the Internal eligible if the employer is paying the required Revenue Service for federal income tax owed are rate. The Plan will pay 80% of the reasonable and permanently kept on file by the Vacation Plan, customary charge for diagnostic treatments, visits and will be honored at such time as you apply for to the doctor's office, and certain home health vacation benefits. care and hospice care. This new benefit is subject to an annual deductible amount of $50 per de­ GREAT UKES TUG pendent. AND DREDGE PENSION PLAN Eligibility for Maternity Benefits The Trustees are pleased to inform you of the The Plan has liberalized the eligibility require­ ments for maternity benefits, so that it is now bllowing recent Plan improvements: easier to qualify for this benefit. Under the old tension Increase rule, an employee had to meet the Plan's Pension benefits available from this Plan have eligibility r^uirements at the time of conception been increased approximately twenty percent and at the time of delivery. Under the new rule, 20%). The benefits of existing pensioners has the employee only has to meet the Plan's been increased by this amount, retroactive to Oceligibility requirements at the time of deliveiy. ober 1, 1992. All employees who retired on or Limitations on Benefits after October 1,1992 will receive the new benefit As a result of the rising cost of health care, the evels. Trustees have placed the following restrictions on Withdrawal Benefit the benefits provided by the Welfare Plan: The Trustees have reduced the waiting period Visits to a Podiatrist - The Plan has limited ;o apply for this benefit to one year from the time payment for visits to a podiatrist to 20 visits per an employee leaves covered employment. Pre­ year. The Plan will pay a maximum of $40 for viously, an employee had to wait two years to each podiatrist visit, and no more than $1,000 for apply for this benefit. surgery or related services rendered by a Reimbursement for Type 1 Statement of podiatrist. fcamings Physical therapy, occupational therapy and rehabilitation therapy - The Plan has clarified The Plan will now reimburse a pension apthat it does not cover occupational therapy or >licant for the costs associated with obtaining a rehabilitation therapy. The Plan will pay for up to ~'ype 1 Statement of Earnings from the Social twenty physical therapy visits within a year from Security Administration, when the Type 1 State­ the time treatment begins. ment is required as part of the pension application. ' 'he Plan will only reimburse an employee once or these costs. SEAFARERS PENSION PLAN Cap on Pension Benefits removed MARINE COOKS AND STEWARDS Previously, the maximum monthly pension SUPPLEMENTARY PENSION PLAN benefit that a pensioner could receive was $1,000. The Trustees of this Plan are pleased to an­ The Trustees have removed this cap under the nounce a six percent (6%) increase in benefit following conditions: Deep Sea - Based upon the contribution rate evels. This increase was retroactive to January 1, of all deep sea employers, all deep sea employees 991 for existing pensioners. For all applicants may qualify for the increased benefit. To qualify, who retire on or after January 1,1991, the monthbenefits are calculated based upon the in­ a deep sea employee must accrue 125 days of creased rates. covered employment after June 16, 1993. Inland - Inland employees of companies that If you have any questions about any of the are contributing at least $6.60 per day to the changes described above, you may contact the Seafarers Pension Plan may be eligible for the administrative offices of the Plans by writing to: increased benefit. To qualify, an inland employee Plan Administrator must accrue at least 125 days of covered service 5201 Auth Way after the date their employer began contributing $6.60 per day to the Pension Plan. Camp Springs, MD 20746 Coast Guard Issues New Drug Test Rules New rules implemented by the original rules. The extra testing Coast Guard mean Seafarers will often occurred when mariners not be subjected to as many drug changed jobs or renewed licen­ ses. tests as in the past. When the federal agency im­ The new regulations, an­ nounced in the May 28 edition of plemented its drug testing pro­ the Federal Register and effec­ gram in December 1989, it set up tive as of June 28, permit mer­ five versions of analysis: pre^ chant mariners to be exempt from employment, periodic, post-acci­ pre-employment or periodic tests dent, probable cause and random. if they have passed a Coast All but random began as Guard-required analysis within scheduled. A lawsuit filed by the. the previous six months. The rule SlU and the Transportation In­ also exempts mariners from a pre- stitute, an association of U.S.-flag employment or periodic test if shipping companies, caused the they were subject within the pre­ agency to re-write the regulation vious six months to a Coast Guard dealing with random testing so random testing program for at that it would apply to mariners in shipboard work deemed to be least 60 days. Under the Department of safety sensitive and delay its start Transportation's regulatory for almost two years. Pre-employment testing is regime for drug testing of ship­ board workers, any Se^arer who conducted when a mariner is is sailing in a job deemed to be seeking to go to sea. A periodic safety sensitive is subject to ran­ test is performed when a mariner dom testing. The new exemption renews or upgrades a document or applies whether or not the mem­ license. Post-accident testing takes ber actually was tested while place, as the name implies, ^ter an working on board a ship. Thus, if accident occurs on a vessel. A probable cause test is given a member has worked at least 60 days within the previous 185 days when a crewmember is suspected and did not refuse to take a ran­ as being under the influence dom test, he or she does not have while on board a ship. Random to take a pre-employment or peri­ testing is done by Coast Guardapproved technicians who board odic analysis. The Coast Guard authorized vessels and test crewmembers the change in the drug testing whose jobs are safety sensitive. All the tests are done by regulations to keep mariners from talung any unnecessary or repeti­ urinalysis. Clearance for all tests tive tests required under the is good for six months. Oil Spill Crews Vote Seafarers Continued from page 3 launched 32-foot support boats, one 18-foot search-and-rescue boat, a helicopter landing pad and a stem-mpunted skimmer. Each vessel also contains booms, skim­ mers, transfer pumps, power packs, storage bladders, dispersants and protective clothing. Each can hold 4,000 barrels of recovered oil. Located Around Nation Vessels located along the At­ lantic coast include the Maine Responder at Portland, Maine; New Jersey Responder, Perth Amboy, N.J.; Delaware Responder, Philadelphia, Pa.; Virginia Responder, Virginia Beach, Va.; Georgia Responder, Savannah, Ga. and Florich Responder, Miami, Fla. Assigned to the Gulf coast are the Louisiana Responder in Venice, La.; Gulf Responder, Lake Charles, La.; Texas Responder, Galveston, Texas and Lone Star Responder, Corpus Christi, Texas. Serving the Pacific coast are the Washington Responder, Everett, Wash.; Oregon Responder, Astoria, Ore.; Pacific Responder, Richmond, Calif, and California Responder, Port Hueneme, Calif. The Caribbean Responder based in St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands and the Hawaii Responder located in Honolulu serve the region for which they are named. Mate Matt FrankowskI checks fuel on a rescue boat aboard the Delaware Responder. Ready to report for duty on the Delaware Responder are Oiler Jessica Slate (left), AS Randy Attaway (center) and Asst. Eng. David Hall. �OCTOBER 1993 UAFAKIKUIG Challenger Crewmemhers On Call During Port Call I' '• wmiO'iKtfn r.V,'" , •WM '^•v.. j.' t: - • '-"4' • Bosun J. Rodriguez keeps watch on deck activities during offloading. Arrival at the Sea-Land terminal in Port Elizabeth, N.J. means a variety of things to crewmemhers aboard the SeaLand Challenger. When the container ship docks after its 28 day voyage to Jacksonville, Fla. and the Caribbean, some engine depart­ ment members begin the process of preparing refrigerated boxes for offloading. Chief Electrician Curtis Smith and Engine Utility Abby Aragones work the vessel to make sure the right electrical cords are unplugged or remain in service. Others, like OMUs Rafael Quinonez and Rafael Duran, maintain a watch in the engineroom to assist wherever they are needed. In the galley. Chief Steward Herbert Scypes and Chief Cook George Salazar have the freezer and refrigerator ready for the new stores that will come aboard. Bosun J. Rodriguez keeps an eye on the gangway watch as well as offloading and loading operations on deck. Bosun Rodriguez noted to a visiting Seafarers LOG reporter that the teamwork among the crew is great: "Like other SIU ships I've sailed on, this is a great crew who knows its job and how to get it done right." - ~• r ^ 4 Chief Steward Herbert Scypes (right) and SIU Assistant Vice President Kermett Mangram go over the procedure for filing medical care claims with the Seafarers Welfare Plan. U:4;S<' 4^-'4''-: '4 • • 'v)'--- >..' '•''-J}-^•' Ready to take advantage of some Maintaining gangway watch is AB Chief Electrician Curtis Smith (right) reviews the list of Chief Cook George Salazar reads shore time is OMU Jesus Vazquez. Robert Bakerman. reefers to be disconnected with Third Mate Kris Katandy. LOGwithAB Juan Ayala in background. 1. ' V • ;"' ,r '2i' i ' ' ->,>V. .J -- '• '' s • / 'S./ • •: ' ^ a. qwanninn a storv about a recent voyage with New York AB Raul Rivera walks into the gal- Heading for town are AB Abad Calero OMU Rafael Quinonez climbs owapping u auwui « ^ ley for lunch. floftl and SA Anancio Cresoo. down into the engineroom. enoineroom. (left) Crespo. Patrolman Jack Sheehan (left) is OMU Rafael Duran a. - : // '-10 •- t;' . . •/ - y..•' -aaLia-' ^ .• ^yyyy mS'-':-/ • J '•••.'^yyy^yyyfyyyy'i-^-'-y �10 Still Needs Seafarers' Skills On Sam Laud « few • -• ' OarORER 1993 SEAFARERS LOG To ensure fast offloading of cargo along the many ports on the Great Lakes, vessels such as the SlU-crewed Sam Laud are designed to handle the procedure quickly and efficiently through self-unloading equipment. The American Steamship Company vessel was built with a conveyor boom system that allows iron ore, coal, stone and most any other cargo earned during the sailing season to be taken directly from the ship to shoreside storage. •, n Once docked, the conveyor boom is released from its secured position on the deck above the hatch covers and swung over the site where the cargo is to be deposited. A conveyor belt which runs the length of the ship under the cargo hatches is started. Gatemen and conveyormen watch the offloading and release cargo from designated holds until the job is completed. Then the vessel is secured agaiii and sails to its next port to either offload or take on more cargo. Making sure the Sam Laud is ready for action each day are Conveyorman John Frankovich and Gateman Randy Frank. The pair maintains the watch on the vessel's offloading system. "Half of the rollers have to be changed every year," Frank told a reporter for the Seafarers LOG. He ex­ plained the rollers, which guide the conveyor belt, are made of teflon and get "chewed up" with constant use. lookout for anything that could hamper conveyor Lcond cook Roy calodeiiand Porter Rob"^eS^ are prepared for a brief afternoon visit to town. operations on the vessel. Making sure an oil drum is transferred safely from one deck of the ship to another is Wiper John Olsen. Shifting the hatch cover lift on the deck of the Sam Laud is AB/Watchman Mike Bensman. Deckhand Al Damar reports for duty aboard the Looking forward to some time off the Sam Laud is American Steamship Company vessel. QMED Gary Fuller. '• '7: • Conveyor belt roller replacement requires working in tight spaces Keeping an eye on the loading operations at the Lorain, as Conveyorman John Frankovich knows well. Ohio dock is AB/Watchman Tim Bell. M^y<:rV ^ / / Gateman Randv Frank maintainc: an annineroom w^h ^ we isloadSSlip �r m :,V. ocmERim SEAFAKffS LOG 11 Bunker Work Picks Up for Crowley Seafarers Seafarers who work stVtnarA Tmmtni of Commerce. aboard Journal Crowley tugs and barges in the This increase in business fol­ Lbs Angeles and Long Beach, lows two inauspicious years, and Calif, areas have noticed an in­ it is not the only good news for crease in the volume of bunker marine fuel suppliers in the area. fuel being trafficked in and out of Recently, marine fuel was ex­ West Coast ports, SIU Patrolman empted from the 4.3 cents-perRob Scrivens recently told the gallon fuel tax called for in Seafarers LOG. President Clinton's deHcit reduc­ Since late last year, when a tion plan, thereby saving the com­ state tax on bunker fuel was petitive West Coast market. repealed, sales have increased Because of low trading mar­ gradually to approximately 1.8 gins, taxes on marine fuel can million to 2.5 million barrels per have massive impact on the in­ month in Los Angeles/Long dustry. For example, two years Beach, according to reports in the ago the California Legislature ap- o ne provedi an 8.25 percent. .tax^ on bunker fuel. Sales in Los An­ geles/Long Beach quickly and dramatically dropped, and it hardly seems coincidental that those fortunes began to reverse as soon as the tax was repealed. For SIU members who sail from the port of Wilmington, Calif, aboard Crowley vessels, the tax relief translates into a busy schedule transporting fuel barges and loading tankers in nearby Long Beach and Los Angeles. "We really shot ourselves in the foot with that tax," said tugboat Captain Scott Linsley. 'Everyone is glad it's gone." Tankerman Mickey Main, who- graduated from the Lundeberg School in 1977, said that business slowly is coming back, but is nowhere near its pre-bunker tax level. "We've been doing a lot of dock-to-dock work, moves in the harbor," said Main. "We've also done quite a bit of450 Series On the flying bridge of the Crowley tug Saturn, AS Mike Prevette talks barges, moving oil from San with the captain by walkie-talkie. Francisco to here. Compared to a - ';h Cook/Utility William Rose (right) welcomes Patrolman Robert Scrivens aboard the Crowley tug Saturn. year ago at this time, work has picked up." "We have some of the guys back on schedule. It really helped having that tax removed," noted Scrivens, who provided the photos accompanying this story. Exposal Foreign Shipping interests Unmasked < 'v' . Continued from page 3 Bermuda, the U.K., Luxembourg and Norway among others. • Manchester Trade is an interna­ tional trade consulting organization. It is the creature of Stephen L. Lande, a former trade official for the U.S. govern­ ment. Lande parlayed his experience into a lengthy list of foreign clients. Among Lande's foreign clients are the Korean Foreign Trade Association (South Korea), Fidermex International (Mexico), Hylsa (Mekico), Tubos de Acero de Mexico, Association of Export and Import (Costa Rica), Wiresteel Mexico) and Mexinox SA de CV Mexico). Manchester Trade also is one of the Irms the government of Mexico has registered as an agent that is working in Mexico's behalf for enactment of the North American Free Trade Agreement NAFTA), now before the U.S. Con­ gress. Lande also has been associated in )ress reports with Manchester As­ sociates, a lobby firm headed by William iberle, another former U.S. government International Plot Seen to Invade U.S. Waters trade official, who serves as an agent for many foreign interests. Manchester Associates has worked as a consultant and lobbyist for the J^anese company Nissan and represents or has rep­ resented other Japanese interests as well as groups from Korea, Canada, Chile and Mexico, among others. At one time, Roderick Hills also had an interest in Manchester Trades. Hills, who since 1989 has headed Manchester Group Ltd., is an attorney whose name has often been linked with assisting foreign groups. In 1987, for example, he worked to kill a congressional bill contain­ ing punitive measures toward C. Itoh, a giant Japanese trading house. The intent of the bill was to punish the foreign firm for its role in the illegal shipping of Toshiba Corp.-produced military machinery. (Paranthetically, C. Itoh is one of the players of the North American Export Grain Association, a group of giant agricul­ tural commodity dealers—^many of them foreign-owned—working to scuttle U.S. cargo preference laws.) All the evidence indicates that Presi­ dent Clinton and his officials are com­ pletely unaware of the spurring role of foreign interests in the current assault on U.S. shipping. Nevertheless, much of the thinking of these foreign interests seems to have made its way into the first draft of Vice President Gore's National Perfor­ mance Review maritime document which called for an elimination of the Jones. Act, repeal of cargo preference statutes, abolishment of the Shipping Act of 1984 and a cessation of any form of subsidy to the maritime sector. The foreign interests appear to be set on a massive mobilization against the U.S. merchant marine. It can be deduced that foreign interests have pledged a great deal of financial resources to the fight. Interna­ tional attorneys, accountants and foreign agents calling themselves trade consultants do not work for pennies. As reported in the South China Morn­ ing Post article, there is no mention in the foreign group's statement of the value of a U.S.-flag shipping capability to America's defense and security interests or to the role the U.S. merchant marine has played in times of war and conflict The group seems bent on going beyond dismantling America's interna­ tional shipping programs; it appears to be gunning directly for the Jones Act, the U.S. cabotage laws which allocate marine transport in American coastal and inland waters to American-built Americanoperated and U.S.-crewed vessels. The moves of the well-heeled foreign interests threaten every coastal com­ munity, large or small, along America's 25,777 miles of coast and inland water­ ways. The elimination of the Jones Act America's Needs Unconsidered would deprive these communities of an It is estimated that very substantial employment source, revenue from taxes sums of money are being expended to and bring down environmental and carry out a plan to lobby for a downsize safety standards. ^ ing of the American merchant marine on The results of further investigations the grounds that all the perpetrators by the Seafarers LOG on the work of would be amply rewarded if the inland foreign interests to disband American and international U.S.-flag fleet is shipping will appear in upcoming issues replaced by foreign shipping. of die publication. Pro U.S. Flag Group to Fight Attacks on American Ship Trades Continued from page 3 In a roll-up-the-sleeves-and-get-to..'ork approach, the coalition's participants w established a steering committee as well as working groups to tackle legislative strategies, public affairs and grassroots obbying. James Henry, the president of the Transportation Institute, a trade as­ sociation representing U.S.-flag vessel operators in domestic and international commerce, was appointed to chair the new coalition. The umbrella group pledged to cwrdinate activity in all parts of the United States, in every state and congressional district. The group determined it is vitally im­ portant to form a pro U.S. merchant marine education group particularly in light of an intense lobbying effort by foreign shipping interests which has been made known through an article in a Hong Kong newspaper. The article, entitled "Lobby Group Seeks Backing for U.S. Plans" (by Wong Joon San, South China Morning the Jones Act, cargo preference and the U.S. market would effectively be opened up to foreign operators for the first Post, September 20,1993, page 1), points operating and construction subsidies. to an aggressive and well-coordinated at­ tack on both the U.S.-flag domestic and Such an unraveling of American maritime international fleet on the part of a group of international accountants, lawyers and laws and regulations would "open U.S.-flag trade consultants (see article on page 3). Foreign Groups Pressing These foreign lobbyists, euphemistical­ ly identified in the article as a "group of professionals," hope to see the dismantling of the programs tifiat provide the founda­ tion of U.S. maritime policy. Such an un­ raveling of American maritime laws and regulations would "open U.S.-flag trade to foreign-built and repaired carrier lines, foreign investors and foreign crews," reports the article. The foreign lobbyists, says the article, back a draft proposal of Vice President A1 Gore's National Performance Review (NPR) which calls for a complete elimina­ tion of U.S. government laws and regula­ tions that bolster a U.S.-flag fleet such as trade to foreign-built and repaired carrier lineSy foreign investors and foreign crews. »> South China Morning Post, page 1 September 20,1993, Hong Kong The article reports that a statement by these foreign lobbyists says if the recom­ mendations of the Gore group "come to pass, the world shipping industry stands to gain significant opportunities to expand dieir business." The article reveals that the foreign in­ terests believe they can achieve their goal by exerting influence through lobbying. TTie statement of the so-called internation­ al group cited in the article says: "Indeed time, provided a concerted lobbying coali­ tion is forged." Immediate Action After a discussion on the article, the September 23 meeting participants desig­ nated "United States Maritime Coalition" as the name of the new organization and outlined a program of action. Upcoming issuesof the LOG will report on the coalition's activities. m If •% .4 &:• w •si: '•h- �12 OCWRER1993 SEAFARERS LOG Seafarers Begin Operations On Twin-Hulled Survey The first Seafarers ever aboard the USNS Victorious, a new Small Waterplane Area Twin Hull (SWATH) design T-AGOS ves­ sel, sailed out of the port of Honolulu on August 19. The Victorious, owned by the Military Sealift Command (MSG) and operated by U.S. Marine Management, is used for Ocean surveillance purposes. The SWATH ship's home port is Honolulu. It is designated to per­ form highly classified missions for the U.S. Navy. The unique vessel is 234 feet long, 93 feet wide, has a 24-foot draft and a top speed of 9.5 knots. It is designed to comfortably sus­ tain rough seas so that the tech­ nicians aboard can safely carry out the current assignment. The Victorious is one of four 'T-AGOS 19" SWATH vessels. These are the newest class of TAGOS vessels. The remaining three—the Able, Effective and Loyal—have not begun sailing Operations. "She has nice quarters and living conditions for everyone aboard," Captain Carl Orderich, Pacific operations manager for U.S. Marine Management, told z reporter from the Seafarers LOG "Each room will have a video player and television. There is also an exercise room, ship's store, a self-service laundry and a medical treatment facility. The Victorious has almost everything a person needs while at sea for a period of time and the SWATH design makes her a ve^ comfort­ able vessel to sail on." Honolulu Port Agent J.J. Ar­ nold, who provided the LOG with the photographs accompanying this article, reported the crew was excited to sail aboard the new vessel. "It's unlike anything I've ever seen for the type of ship it is," Arnold noted."The crew couldn't wait to get it out to sea." This is the first time aboard a SWATH vessel for these two PIney Point graduates—OSs Joe Meehan (left) and Fred Fein. SlU crewmembers gather for a group photo before setting sal! on their first military mission aboard the USNS Victorious. They are (from left) AB Jocko Morris, Bosun Samuel Wooten, MDR Jerry Huffman and OSs Fred Fein and Joe Meehan. • ; >• The unique SWATH hull of the USNS Victorious was designed to sustain rough conditions at sea. .ooking fonvard to the new adventure are (from left) Steward/Baker Susan Sanderson, AB William Brode and Oiler Tina Smith. USNS Bartlett Turned Over to Moroccan Navy • I- ^ ,1^ fastfrlends Is QMED Alan Ard (left). Seafarers aboard the USNS Bartlett bid farewell to their ves­ sel on July 26 in a special ceremony as the U.S. flag was lowered and the Moroccan flag raised. This symbolic gesture marked the official turnover of the Bay Ship Management vessel to the Royal Moroccan Navy at Little Creek Amphibious Base in Virginia Beach, Va. Bosun Thomias Gagnon, who served several tours aboard the Bartlett, told a repOTter fiom the SecfarersLOG, "I really enjoyed the ship and I hated to see her go." "Everyone hates to lose a good AB Michael Williams, who also served several tours aboard the ves­ sel. On July 12, all operations aboard the Bartlett were tumed over to the Moroccan NaVy. The vessel is an oceanographic TAGOS ship which sailed the Gulf of Mexico area with a team of Navy scientists, performing high­ ly classified missions. "We had both crews aboard own active oceanographic inter­ ests. The vessel was in excess of the U.S. Navy's needs and was sold to Morocco, a U.S. ally. On July 18, the vessel left port for Morocco. QMED Alan Ard, sailed with the Bartlett to assist the new crew with operations. Anne Novotny, a Bay Ship Management representative, provided the photos accompany­ ing this article. Woman of the Year always brought me back to ibc Bartlett—the people," recalled AB Richard HIgglns (left) and Chief Cook Jeanette Ball pose with a member of the Moroccan Navy during training aboard the Bartlett. the vessel for about two weeks. The SIU crew trained the Moroc­ cans in many different areas to prepare them for when they sailed the vessel back to Morocco. They even prepared their native food using the American stores," recalled Captain Sam Meyer. According to a spokesperson for Bay Ship Management, the SlU and Moroccan Navy crewmembers lower the American flag on Bartlett was offered to the Royal board the USNS Bartlett and prepare to raise the Moroccan ensign. Moroccan Navy to pursue their At a recent banquet In Pittsburgh, Pa., Mary Georghlou was named Woman of the Year by the Daughters of Penelope, the women's auxiliary of the Order of AHEPA (the American Hellenic Educational Progressive Association), the largest Greek heritage organization In ^e world and a major community service organization In North America. In photo atiove, Georghlou, who has worked at the SIU since 1981, previously as comptrollerforthe Seafarers Vacation Plan ^d presently as director of process and development, poses with Sen. Paul Sartjanes (D-Md.), who also was presented an award at the AHEPA convention. /. • 3'..' . • �I! •/'¥ OCTOBER 1993 SEAFARERS LOG 13 -' • 'V.V- ' •^-^^i<5?'Pia5i7:rer ••;•••' •' '• v.: V-• Executive VP Joseph Sacco explains provisions of the new ETC contract to crewmembers aboard the LNG Leo. Thorough discussions and question-andanswer sessions preceded ratification votes by Seafarers aboard the eight liquified natural gas (LNG) vessels for a new three-year agree­ ment with Energy Transportation Corpora­ tion. SIU Executive Vice President Joseph Sacco boarded several of the LNG vessels when they docked in Japan to talk with crewmembers about the questions they had about the pact, which included a cumulative 11 percent base pay raise over three years, out­ patient medical care for the members' spouses and dependents, a lifting of the $1,000 monthly pension cap for qualified Seafarers and more. SIU Representative Sal Aquia, who accom­ panied Sacco to Japan, provided the Seafarers LOG with photographs of the ratification meet­ ings on seven of the LNG ships. Asking a question of Executive VP Joseph Sacco (right) aboard the LNG Taurus is Steward/Baker Francis Ostendorf. On the LNG Leo, Executive VP Joseph Sacco (left) em­ phasizes a point with QMED irmo Solomon. Reviewing an aspect of the new ETC pact are (left to right) Capricorn Steward/Baker NOrman Duhe (left) and OS Robert Sway, AB William Boyd, SA Ronnie Fore and Bosun Charles Kahl (right) catch upon union news Executive VP Joseph Sacco on the LA/G Capr/com. with Executive VP Joseph Sacco. Ready to take part in the ratification meeting on the LNG Virgoare (left to right) AB H.J. Thompson, Chief Cook Henry Daniels, SA William Smailey and AB Harry Massa. LNG Aries crewmembers study the new agreement before voting. AB Donnie Collins from the LNG Gemini looks over the new contract Showing approval for the contract are AB Osmond Raji (left) and OS Kenneth Boone aboard the Aquarius. Listening to the discussion of about the pact are r Seafarers aboard the LNG Gemini. - W t04&^W :•'.: v'.-V ••:. Prior to the contract meeting, LNG Taurus OSs Mark Johnson catch up on news from the union in the Seafarers LOG. Bosun Jack Rhodes (left) of the Wrgo and AB After the vote, Anes crewmembers (left to right) OS Bobby Branham of the Aquarius examine the Ken Mills, Bosun Billie Dartey and AB Peter Funk are all smiles. �. ^.1-: ... ... <• . . itsm--i-;.-:rjs« ''t'M -'-s.r-.v. ••: .•. OCTORER1993 SEAFARERS LOG "•.': ^' 0CT03ER1993 SEAFARERS LOG 15 ; VV;i sign In at the tured from left to right (back row only) are Port Agent Anthony McQuay, OMU Paul Pagano, QMED John Bennifield, QMED John Penrose, DEL) Donald Davis, AB Matt Hamison, Steward/Baker Leonard Murray and AB Thomas Gruber. In Philadelphia, Bosun Roland Williams (left) and OS Billy Holmes like what they hear about the agreement. s Recert. Steward Ekow Doffoh in Philadelphia Electrician Gregory Shepard in Piney Point QMED R.J. Zajac in Philadelphia Bosun Oscar Wiley in Piney Point Chief Steward Dave Merrifield in Piney Point AB Joe Caruso in New York Cook/Baker Richard Aversa in Piney Point AB Darryl Peterson" in Piney Point Reviewing details of the contract in the September issue of the Seafarers LOG is QMED Thomas Martinez at the SID hall in Philadelphia. Seafarers across the country hit the deck to discuss the new agreement during ratification meetings. QMED Mike Kirby votes in Philadelphia Membership Ratifies Standard Agreement lp:.y At the Philadelphia hall (left) and the Norfolk hall, members show their support for the new pact. .-'K- QMED Monte Pryor. reviews new contract in Seattle. ; "V;-: V:.' Bosun/AB Jose Caballero chats with his son, Urie, at the New York meeting •' j: Seafarers aboard the MV Senator vote on the contract on September 17. lU members ports throuehouii ; 1 at r—-^-"eiiuuis Bosun Robert Gorbea hit the services to, Seafarers' dependents At T r •. ® the United States and in Puerto! . deck during the meeting in New. will be paid by the plan subject to a rtoi Rico and aboard ships docked"' — York and said, "We ought to be $50 per year deductible for each dein I the U.S. last month overwhelmingly i proud of what our union has done for pendent, approved a new three-year standard: us. What was negotiated for our penAmong the outpatient services r and tanker •'••"AvwA contract) wv/iiiiauu freightship sions is good, and our new dependent now covered by the Seafarers Welnegotiated by fW.. the c.>„f Seafarers T_. Interna­ care also is good." fare Plan for dependents are doctors' tional Union, Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes Fellow Bosun Earl (Sonny) office visits, diagnostic tests, prenaand Inland Waters District with deep^ Pinkbam added to Gorbea's senti- tal care and follow-up care, pediatric sea operators in the management ; ments, saying after the meeting: "It care and routine checkups for babies, group known as the American i was a good job negotiating, especially physicals and vaccinations. (The Maritime Association. with the economic times the way they new outpatient benefit plan does not The agreement, covering the time i are.' extend to prescription drugs.) from June 16, 1993 until June 15, i — , In Philadelphia, Recertified Members expressed satisfaction 1996, calls for a 3-4-4 percent wage j Steward Andrew Austin said, "The with the health care gains made in the increase (totalling 11 percent) over! SIU really came through for us. This new agreement. "Dependent care is the nextX.Ithree years andJ extends ..t. out­ is a great new contract." what a lot of people need for their patient medical benefits to depend­ Medical Coverage Extended families. This helps a lot," said Chief ents of Seafarers.iThe ffV,contract ^rnnn also —1 Other members commented on Charlie DiCanio after the allowsforremovaloftheSLOOOper. the parts of the contract that mean the ^ „ month limit on pensions, and con-^ most to them QMED Mike McNally, in tains certain ...... work rule changes. In PhilaMphia.desci:itedtheimprov^ addition, the manning levels current­ dependent iovJrage," said AB "1^''"..^"=5'® ^ T'*??? ly in place ares retained. Patrick Joseph Lavin, who was "''ded. It will make a big difference Theratificationvotetookplaceati foUowfor Seafeers like myself who have a special meetingsc in every SIU hall on ing the meeting in New York. family. September 7. SIU representatives In Norfolk, QMED Mike Novak Pension Changes Praised also conducted meetings and voting added, "I think the contract is great. Chief Cook Bert Winfield, who aboard Seafarers-contracted ships particularly the medical attended the meeting in Norfolk, said ' ' but UUL l/d. that came to port beginning Septem-1 benefits mefits." the improved medical benefits are ber 7. The agreement calls for an in- one of the highlights of the new conAmong the comments on the j creased contribution on the part of tract, along with the removal of the overall accord were those stated by \ contracted companies which are cap from the pension plan. "The new AB Curtis Williams following the signatory to the pact and to the arrangement on the pension plan is unanimous vote at the Norfolk, Va.; Seafarer plans. As a result of these great. Tome, that's probably the best hall. "I feel really good about the additional monies, the board of trus- part." Winfield said, contract. We got better benefits and tees of the Seafarers medical plan, Steward/BakerLorenzoSykesof a pay increase. I m definitely Vnou/n thf». .^eafarpirs View of the known as the Seafarers Welfare Norfolk summed un up his view happy," he said. Plan, voted to put in place a series of contract when he said, "We gained a outpatient benefits for dependents of lot and I think it's fantastic, '^e Seafarers, subject to all the rules and chance to eam more for your pension regulations which govern the pro- is outstanding." gram. (Complete details of the contract Under terms of the plan, 80 per- appear in last month's issue of the cent of the reasonable and customary Seafarers LOG and also are available charges for outpatient health care from all SIU port agents.) Aboard the Sea-Land Challenger, AB Juan Ayala (left) makes a point while AB Raul Rivera listens. In San Juan, members listen to details of the three-year pact. lall in Jacksonville for the special voting meeting September 7. . ' A'.'v' ' Upgraders at Piney Point approve the new contract. IV It Is a unanimous vote of approval In Philadelphia. ' 'C ' '• I I' «• j; « I i 'i?.. • ..i .i ' .I.'T'.IJI I ,1,1 !•••• .^1I IMII mil -.J. I , X In New York, Chief Steward Alvin Standing In unanimous support of the pact are Seafarers at the hall Robinson Is satisfied with the vote. In Mobile, Ala. Discussing terms of the new agreement In the Seattle hall are (from left) AB Victor Peters and Recertified Bosuns Bob Stuverud and Bob Woods. From left. Bosun Archie Ware, Electrician Richard Almojera and Chief Steward Cyril Spence check out the contract In New York. ' : -.1- ' — AB Patrick Joseph LavIn Sr (left, with son Patrick Jr.) and Bosun Archie Ware listen to the debate at the New York meeting. I Li'i I i I,',m' 'MM .• . , . • A:-.f- Attending the special meeting In San Francisco, Seafarers prepare to vote on the new standard contract, which Includes wage gains and Improved benefits. li^ Signing in at 1 Cook Robert Allen. ' I . • II " • Iiiri 11 . V • ~ • •. „ ' L I ' X ' ' ' ' J. ' . :.v �16 0Cn0ER1993 SEAFARERS LOG Steel Ships and Iron Men: Part V BY SINCLAIR OUBRE Father Sinclair Oubre is Port Chaplain in Beau­ mont, Texas and an SlU member. He sails during time off from his duties as a parish priest and port chaplain. Sinclair Oubre Father Oubre has kept a journal during his seafaring voyages. In the August edition of the Seafarers LOG several excerpts from his diary v^erepublished. What follows are some additional glimpses into Father Oubre's life aboard ship. Cleaning the Tanks Supper tonight was relaxed and jovial. My fellow crewmates talked and laughed more than usual. We are sitting at anchorJust outside Galveston Bay. Tomorrow we will be heading back into Hess Refinery in Galena Park. After working hard all week, today has been easy and laid back. Only one fellow turned to for overtime this morning; it was only he and I who worked overtime this afternoon. The other ABs and OSs who were off watch chose to sleep in or take care of some much neglected housekeeping duties in their staterooms. For the last three-and-a-half days, we have really been humping it. We are taking on a different product at Hess this next trip. Shortly after we left Beaufort, the deck crew began drag­ ging out the lines and hoses that would be needed for the blowers and the butterworth machines. Beginning the next morning, we carried thefour machines to each of the 18 tanks that would take on cargo. There was a method to the process that was truly understood only by the bosun and the chief mate. The process would go something like this. We would drop the 20-pound butterworth machine attached to a spe­ cial water hose through a deck plate into the tank. Fifteen feet of hose would be lowered in and secured on top by a special saddle. The water would be turned on and we would hunker down on our backsides for ex­ actly 20 minutes. By that time, the machine had sprayed sea water throughout the tank, washing down all the spaces at that level. We would then loosen the saddle and drop the butterworth machine down another 15 feet and hunker down again. It was at about this point that I was beginning to think that this was the easiest $8.82 that I had ever made, but then things began to pick up speed. Instead of having to wet nurse one machine, it became four. Once the tanks had been washed and the butterworth machine pulled from the tank, a water driven blower was inserted into the deck opening to force out the fumes and begin to dry the tank. By early afternoon, hunkering down was only a sweaty memory. It was pull up one machine, disconnect the hose, reconnect the hose, drop the machine down the first 15 feet and turn on the water. We would clamber across the pipes and repeat the process for the two machines on the starboard side. No time to sit, move the blowers into place and start them going. Six­ teen minutes now have pass^. We have four minutes to wait before it's time to drop another 15 feet down. One can't really sit down or take off one's gloves widi only four minutes. So we shuffle about until the bosun gives the word, and the cycle continues again. All day we worked. At 1930 hours the bosun sent the quartermaster and me to get cleaned up for our watch. From the bridge, the last hoses came out of the tanks at 2030 and the tank cleaning was done for the day. The next day the fun really began. Into the tanks we went with our mops and brooms, sponges and pails. We looked like a bedraggled maid service. Carefully we descended the 50 feet or so to the bottom of the tank. One of the men had his cigarettes in his shirt pocket. The bosun thought this was not a good idea. Maybe in the midst of work, he would declare a cigarette break and light one up. Theologically, this may have brought the kingdom of God sooner than any of us wanted or were ready for. The cigarettes stayed topside. Once we made it to the bottom, the adventure had only just begin. The bot­ tom of each tank is divided into sec­ tions by structural ribs and bulkheads. Each rib rose four to five feet from the bottom of the tank. At each rib, over went the mops and brooms, pails, sponges and then ourselves. Six times this ritual was repeated until we were at the forward bulkhead. Then it was sweep and mop, brush up rust, climb over to the next section and sweep and mop, and brush up rust. This was repeated over and oyer until we were back to the ladder. The chief mate checked each tank to make sure that they were gas free. This is a little bit of a misnomer. Ac­ tually, they were "pass-out" free. A seaman could enter the tank and at least for the first 30 minutes not pass out because of the fumes. They definitely were not "gas free." The mo­ ment we entered a tank, we clearly sensed that petroleum products had been here before us. For myself, my eyes burned, nose ran and the strangest, single, unidentifiable bar of music kept playing in my ears. It was like something from an old "Doors" record. It kept playing and playing and playing. In one tank it got so loud that it became a warning. Then it stopped, but for a moment all other sounds also stopped. I guess it was time to get out of Aere for a bit of fresh air, and up we went. . After I reflected on the event for a moment, trying to purge the fiimes from the bottom of my lungs, two thoughts came to mind. The first was a question. If I went to the mess room right now and lit up a cigar, would my lungs explode? My second thought was; Now isn't this wonderful. I've got my own gas detector in my head. If the tune doesn't drive me crazy in the meantime, when it stops I'd better be ready to get out. If I don't, the crew is going to have fun pulling my 200pound body out of the tank on Ae end of a hose. I'm afraid that if they are faced with that much work, they may pronounce me lost overboard and wash me into the slop tank. It took us two whole days of sweep­ ing, mopping and sponging out the rust and water from the t^s. When we were finished, the chief mate and the bosun were pleased with the quality of our efforts. We knew ourselves that the job was hard, hot and difficult, but we had done well. That night, instead of the usual somber silence that is present among most of the men in the mess, there was lighthearted talk and sea stories that usually revolved around some cultural faux pas dn the part of the storyteller. Ted, one of our ABs, began the evening's sea tales with a dramatic telling of his Filipino shower. Having worked hard all day, he returned to the home of his Filipino friends. He inquired if it would be OK for him to shower. They kindly obliged and pointed him in the direction of the shower. When he arrived in the room, he could not find anything that ap­ peared to be a convention^ shower. No plumbing, no faucets and no shower heads were in sight. The only thing that appeared useful for washing was a 55-gdlon drum and a large ladle. As Ted explained it, he figured that one used the barrel as a bath tub and in he went. Standing and animating the story now, he told us that washing the upper body was easy. It was more difficult to get to the feet, but through contortions and effort, he was able to pull each one waist high and so do some good scrub­ bing. When all was said and done, he returned back to his friends' company. They were nonplussed as he thanked them for their landness and their help in dealing with his western hygienic needs. In true Asian form, they with­ held their rage and panic at what they heard. Ted, you see, had just cleaned himself in thefresh water that the fami­ ly had for the whole month. It was for washing, drinking and cooking. Ted had just soaked himself in it. Some of the other stories that were told were funnier but not exactly fit for a family publication. Let it be said that once the many difficult days of clean­ ing tanks were completed, the whole psychology of the crew changed from somber silence to jovial joy. You Never Hear How the Story Ends Standing at the helm, the radio set at channel 16,1listen to the occasional traffic that floats by. One vessel is call­ ing for another and asking to go to channel whatever, or the marine operator breaks in and calls for some unseen vessel because she has traffic. Most of the time, though, the radio sits silently in the comer. The other night, the silence was broken by the message, "Security, Security, this is the Coast Guard Sta­ tion Key West, Florida. Please go to channel 22 alpha for a mariner's ad­ visory." The third mate shifts the radio over and the Coast Guard repeats their call sign and then says, "Be advised that a small vessel with 10 Haitian refugees is reported disabled and adrift at coordinates such and such. Be dn the lookout for the vessel and render aid or contact Coast Guard Station Key West." So ended the message. The mate had already noted the coordinates and began plotting them on the chart. He raised his head and said, "That's right off our port beam." ITie night was pleasant and the seas were calm, but there were thunderstorm clouds all around. We had noticed on the radar a vessel off our port First she sailed west, then southwest and then east. We figured that she must have been the Coast Guard. We sailed on eastward keeping a sharp lookout but seeing nothing. Today, the radio told another story. A pleasure boat was calling out for help. "On fire," he told the Coast Guard. He gave his coordinates and they assured him that a rescue vessel was on the way. The Coast Guard of­ ficer advised the captain of the vessel to have all passengers don life jackets. The boat's captain replied that pas­ sengers were already in the water with their personal flotation devices, and he was fighting the fire with an extin­ guisher but that it was mnning low. At this point I was relieved from the helm and returned to the deck to con­ tinue the butterworthing process. I have heard other such events over the radio. Only on one occasion did I find out how it ended. Now questions arise in my mind. Was the Haitian vessel found? Was she lost with the hopes and dreams of those 10 people going down with her? Or was one spate of bad luck only followed by another and another? Did the rescue by Ae Coast Guard only lead to their being placed in a refugee camp and shipped back to Haiti the next week? A seaman hears these events un­ folding over the airwaves, but seldom does he see them or does he get in­ volved. He carries around the begin­ nings of these stories, but there is no way to find the ending. By morning we were in the Atlantic with cargo bound for Jacksonville. Farewell After 26 days, I signed off the Sealift Pacific. It was time to get back to the parish and get to work. The chief mate and bosun wished me well and told me that they enjoyed sailing with me. If I were to have the chance to join the Pacific again, they would be happy to have me. This meant a lot to me. I was departing from Corpus Christi. We had gotten stuck hanging out on anchor when another ship took our slip at Coastal Refinery. When we were finally cleared to start in, I was off watch and joined another Port Arthur seaman who was on bow watch. It is always beautiful up there. Soon the tugs came alongside and it was time for all hands to be called. I went aft to get my gloves and assisted the bosun preparing the gangway for arrival. When we arrived at the dock, the tugs turned usso that we docked on the starboard side. Eve^thing was going well on the stem until the clowns in the line boat insisted on taking the spring and breast lines at once. By the time they got to the dolphins, they had managed to get all three twisted over each other. Y^Hien we began to heave on them, they bound up at the chock. It was a tough situation for the third mate. He looked as though he was not in control of the situation, but what was out of control were the yahoo's in the line boat. We eventually got things somewhat sorted out and then tum^ our attention to the stem lines. We had to put so much line out to reach the dolphin that our winches could not effectively pull up the slack. We tried on three occasions to lift the lines out of the water, but each time we put on the stoppers and turned the lines over the bitts, they dropped back into the water. It did not look good, but we eventually gave in and squared every­ thing away. As a final ceremony for my depar­ ture, I returned to the sea my hat and the gloves that kept the callouses and blisters from covering my hands. I went to the captain's office to be paid off. When everything was squared away, I took my things to the main deck and began to carry them down the gangway to the van of the ship's agent. The second mate was on deck with all hands getting the hoses from shore aboard. They were busy preparing to start taking on the next cargo of diesel. They had no time to chat or really say goodbye. There was not much more time ^an to shake hands with each of my friends. We both hoped that this symbol could ex­ press all the feelings that we held for each other. As I drove away, everyone's attention was back on the hoses. There was no time for long waves from the pier; the ship requii^ all their attention. •/ �OCTOBER 1993 SEAFARERSlOG Dispatchers' Report for Deep Sea AUGUST 16 — SEPTEMBER 15,1993 •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups OassA Class B Class C TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B OassC New York 29 37 9 22 26 2 14 '."•..•'P'-' 2 Philadelphia 3 4 8 2 1 2 8 Baltimore 15 0 • 4 ... 0 : 2 12 Norfolk 8 16 2 2 12 10 4 15 Mobile 15 3 10 10 1 1 New Orleans 29 • 28 5 22 16 2 7 npm 13 ,• 2 Jacksonville 22 P'pm 2 |;5. PS. 36 17 18 2 San Francisco 25 4 Pj' 17 8 Wilmington 19 23 1 •••A-25 0 13 16 0 12 Seattle 24 0 0 5 3 8 1 Puerto Rico 9 2 3 14 11 6 18 13 Honolulu 5 33 24 7 10 Houston 32 28 0 0 0 5 1 1 St. Louis 0 O-'P'-PP' 0 4 0 PPPPPP'O. 1 Piney Point 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 Algonac 63 175 31 179 294 59 231 Totals ENGINE DEPARTMENT Port . 1 7 11 20 1 New York 22 v-1;' 0 2 4 .V-:- 2 '%'i'ipP-l. 4 Philadelphia 0 2 5 PJP.' 3 14 6 Baltimore 2 4 9 7 1 6 8 Norfolk 1 0 5 6 8 1 10 Mobile 1 2 7 • 9 . 3 16 New Orleans 17 1 -x '•P'P^P. ":3. 8 2 19 Jacksonville 16 p'IP 0 0 • 8 6 12 San Francisco 12 -.-3:'. ::,;p P'P'-SP. 4 6 10 11 Wilmington 10 4 1 10 9 1 15 10 Seattle 1 0 0 • • ••. 3 0 2 Puerto Rico 2 5 9 12 4 18 11 4 Honolulu 6 0 17 13 PP..P'''IP 23 16 Houston 0 0 'XPP: 0 0 0 2 St. Louis 0 0 1 2 0 4 1 Piney Point 0 0 0 1 0 3 0 Algonac 35 24 100 96 37 175 140 Totals STEWARD DEPARTMENT Port •PS 6 •0.. 11 , 0 18 New York 1 0 2 , 2:. 3 3 'PPP:^" Philadelphia PPP2. 0 0 - 0 2:PP. Baltimore 1 1 2 6 1 10 5 Norfolk 2 1 5 6 5 9 7 Mobile 2 0 6 4 6 1 New Orleans 12 ' o-^.a» "::D 0 ^ 10^1 1 9 Jacksonville 14 0 7 21'i'"S 0 14 San Francisco 35 •i 2 0 '15 ' • • 2 3 Wilmington 12 0 7 19 4 6 23 0 Seattle 2 0 0 5 0 0 3 Puerto Rico 27 11 19 11 19 24 11 Honolulu 1 P:P-2 . PPp'9''', 11 0 12 Houston d 0 1 0 0 St. Louis 0 0 ypi 1 - 3: 1 mPit' Piney Point 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Algonac 64 13 61 125 31 115 155 Totals ENTRY DEPARTMENT Port 0 0 18 6 7 46 12 New York 0 • 3 0 0 5 1 0 Philadelphia 0 1 8 0 1 4 1 Baltimore 0 3 15 4 8 14 3 Norfolk 0 0 4 0 0 22 4 Mobile 0 3 ; 10 5 14 26 New Orleans 8 0 . 2 P'4 • 2 4 17 1 Jacksonville 0 • 1 8 4 10 20 San Francisco 12 0 2 6 4 3 14 5 Wilmington 0 2 12 6 4 24 8 Seattle 0 0 6 0 8 10 5 Puerto Rico 0 73 42 3 108 62 5 Honolulu 0 3 21 0 3 19 2 Houston 0 0 1 0 0 1 0 St. Louis 0 0 19 0 • 1 35 0 Piney Point 0 0 4 0 0 2 0 Algonac 0 93 178 34 176 317 66 Totals • Totals All Departments 592 901 303 * 'Total Registered means me nuiiiuci 434 inc.. v»..w 514 161 ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Clara A Clara B Clara C Trip Reliefs im 15 59 53 7 8 2 16 . . . . . . 2 . 8 38 5 27 34 5 22 14 48 41 a::;52..:>.:: 45 7 10 52 aac54. a.'..^79a^a 39 12 39 5 42 6 8 15 19 22 10 14 • 42PPi. 44 1 4 : 1 14 0 1 0 0 1 122 459 411 48 6 11 13 19 29 28:aa^ • 29 14 25 7 6 23 1 264 39 11 19 19 21 31 41 38 23 20 3 22 34 1 13 4 339 3 4 0 7 ..•'• 1 8 6 5 7 2 0 10 3 0 3 0 59 0 26 ••••5 3 ^aa- 4 • 3 0 14 ' ' • 1 13 4 12 13 3 12 21 1 15 1 72 •a-a22:t 6 2 23 '"3 12 35 2 1 3 24 37 17 0 20 P 2 0 0 1 miPMP:':••••,...151 0 0 0 45 189 274 28 87 22 PP^PP . 4 8 l-P 37 8 37 4 42 15 33 3 41 31 33 13 31 14 15 10 79 9 15 3 1 0 33 0 2 0 498 135 1.084 —rr -c - 1.485 ^ . 34 7 0 14 0 22 11 28 8 8 14 158 5 0 2 0 311 537 . ** "Registered on the Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last month. A total of 1,271 jobs were shipped on SlU-eontracted deep sea vessels. Of the 1,271 Jobs shipM. ••M jobs or about 34 percent were taken by "A" seniority members. The rest were filled byapd C ^nionty n^.,pi. From Augustlb to September 15,1993, a total of 162 trip relief Jobs were shipped. Since the tnp reliefprogramheganonAprill,1982,atotalofl9,494Johshavebeenshipped. 17 November & December 1993 Mmnb&ship fittings Deep Sea, Lakes, Inland Waters Piney Point Monday: November 8, December 6 New York TbeSday: November 9, December 7 Philadelphia Wednesday: November 10, December 8 Baltimore Friday: November 12*; Thursday, December 9 - * changed by Veterans Day holiday Norfdlk Friday: November 12*; Thursday, December 9 * changed by Veterans Day holiday • '''if.:. Jacksonville Friday: November 12*; Thursday, December 9 * (dumged by Veterans Day holiday Algonac Friday: November 12, December 10 Houston Monday: November 15, December 13 New Orleans Tuesday: November 16, December 14 Mobile V Wednesday: November 17, December 15 San Francisco Thursday: November 18, December 16 Wilmington Monday: November 22, December 20 Seattle Friday: November 26, December 24 San Juan Friday: November 12*; Thursday, December 9 •p^p-pppp -i- t . I * changed by Veterans Day holiday St. Louis Friday: November 19, December 17 Honolulu Friday: November 19, December 17 Duluth Wednesday: November 17, December 15 Jersey City Wednesday: November 24, December 22 New Bedford Tuesday: November 23, December 21 port's nw^kigstutg a lOiXlajn. Notices SCHOLAR WANTS TO HEAR FROM WWn MARINERS Kenneth E. Bailey, Ph.D., is interested in contact­ ing anyone who served aboard one or more of the following ships during WWII: SS John Gorrie, SS John Bascotn, SS John L. Motley, SS John Harvey, SS Joseph Wheeler, SS Samuel J. Tilden, SSJohn M. Schofield, SS Grace Abbot or SS Lyman Abbot. He also would like to contact anyone who remembers Army 2nd Lt. Kenneth C. Bailey, who was killed in action aboard the John L. Motley, December2,1943, at Ban, Italy. He was serving as a cargo security officer and made two trips across the Atlantic from New York to Liverpool in 1943. Anyone able to provide information should get in touch with Dr. Bailey at 6116 Rickeihill Lane, Austin, TX 78739. BRITISH FILM COMPANY SEEKS INFO FROM WWII MERCHANT SEAMEN October Films is making a documentary for the BBC in London about the experiences of American and British merchant seamen during the Second World War. Entitled Forgotten Heroes, the program will tell the story of the men without whom Ae allies could not have won the war. The producers would like to hear from merchant marine veterans who served on the Atlantic convoys, the runs to Murmansk, the Pacific, and so on. In addition, they're particularly interested in hearing from veterans of the Booker T. Washington. Any Seafarer who would like to contact October Films may write to them at 63-64 Camden Lock Place, Chalk Farm Road, London NWl 8AF, England, or telephone Oil 44719167198(FAXOll 44 71 916 7201). '' ''3'. • • '-'-.'"'''I-,-- ;•r "'K.- •'• 'MP .. . % • -f Sf. P-f '•:'i • Pf. . �T. 18 V' 0CT0RER1993 SEAFARERS LOG Dispatchers' Report for Great Lakes Seafarers International Union Directory BifichadSacoo President JdmFay Secretaiy-Treasurer Joseph Sacco ExecutiveVice President Augustin Tellez •Vice President Collective Bargaining George McCartnejr Vice President West Coast Roy A. '*80011:" Mercer Vice ftesident Government Services Jack Caffey Vice President Atlantic Coast Byron Kelley Vice President Lakes and Inland Waters Dean Coreey Vice President Gulf Coast AUGUST 16 — SEPTEMBER 15,1993 NP—Non Priority CL—Company/Lakes L—Lakes ••REGISTERED ON BEACH i •f - ,• i. rr'-;/',, ./.v HEADQUARTERS 5201AuthWay Camp Springs, MD 20746 (301) 899-0675 ALGONAC 520 St. Clair River Dr. Algonac, MI 48001 (313) 794-4988 BALTIMORE 1216 E. Baltimore SL Baltimore, MD 21202 (410) 327-4900 DULUTH 705 Medical Arts Building Duluth,MN 55802 (218)722-4110 HONOLULU 606KalihiSt Honolulu, HI 96819 (808)845-5222 HOUSTON 1221 Pierce St. Houston, TX 77002 (713)659-5152 JACKSONVILLE 3315 Liberty St. lacksonviUe, FL 32206 (904) 353-0987 JERSEY CITY 99 Montgomery St. Jersey City. NJ 07302 (201)435-9424 MOBILE 1640 Dauphin Island Pkwy. Mobile, AL 36605 (205)478-0916 NEW BEDFORD 48 Union St. New Bedford, MA 02740 (508)997-5404 NEW ORLEANS 630 Jackson Ave. New Orleans, LA 70130 (504)529-7546 NEWYORK 675 Fourth Ave. Brooklyn, NY 11232 (718)499-6600 NORFOLK 115 Third St. Norfolk, VA 23510 (804)622-1892 PHILADELPHIA OfiCtd S 4 St Philadelphia,'PA 19148 (215) 336-3818 PINEY POINT P.O. Box 75 Piney Point, MD 20674 (301)994-0010 PORT EVERGLADES 2 West Dixie Hi^way Dania,FL 33004 (305)921-5661. SAN FRANCISCO 350 Fremont SL San Francisco, CA 94105 (415)543-5855 Govanmait Services Division (415) 861-3400 SANTURCE 1057 Fonandez Juncos Ave. Stop 16Vi Santurce, PR 00907 (809)721-4033 SEATTLE 2505 First Ave. Seattle, WA 98121 (206)441-1960 ST. LOUIS 4581 Gravois Ave. St Louis, MO 63116 (314)752-6500 WILMINGTON 510 N. Broad Ave. Wilmington, CA 90744 (310)549-4000 •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups aassCL Class L Class NP TOTALSHIPPED Ail Groups Class CL Class L Class NP All Groups Oass CL Class L Class NP DECK DEPARTMENT 3 28 4 MmMl I'M: 0 30 11 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 0 14 6 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 0 8 2 ENTRY DEPARTMENT 0 0 0 15 2 0 .19 14 0 0 0 22 62 0 0 52 19 19 79 Totals All Departments 0 * 'Total Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month. Dispatchers' Report for Inland Waters AUGUST 16 — SEPTEMBER 15,1993 •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Region Atlantic Coast' Gulf Coast Lakes & Inland Waters West Coast Totals Region Atlantic Coast 7 ..j 0 35 0 1 15 0 18 Gulf Coast Lakes & Inland Waters West Coast Totals Region Atlantie Coast Gulf Coast Lakes & Inland Waters West Coast Totals 1 12 .Q^ . 0 0 21 1 33 0 0 p 0 1 1 " : 0 5 0 0 1 1 6 TOTALSHIPPED All Groups Class A CliEiss B Oass C DECK DEPARTlVffiNT 0 0 4 11 9 0 61 1 32 74 1 36 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 1 0 0 , 0 4 1 6 1 0 0 1 0 7 0 n 0 0 0 0 0 0 STEWARD DEPARTMENT .1 0 0 . 1 0 1 7 0 n Z V V 2 9 3 7 1 1 1 2 ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C 10 3 1 31 1 7 69 100 1 1 . . 28 0 32 2 0 0 3 1 8 1 13 1 0 2 3 - 5 _^ 0 0 5 ••i 9 0 6 15 120 138 13 38 87 43 58 2 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. • •- -•••y ^Ilii-lsoyK ? -•H's The Seafarers LOG would like to hear from you. If you have written any stories or poems or kept a diary of your life at sea that you think other Seafarers would be interested in reading, send them along. Photographs of shipboard life (identified on the back) also would be welcomed. Send your items to: Seafarers LOG 5201 Auth Way • Camp Springs, MD 20746 f. • • • t'' • , •' ' ' \ • I '^ms» �OCTOBER 1993 SEJU'MERSLOG 19 'i To Our New Pensioners ... Thanks for a Job Well Done Each month in the Seafarers LOG, the names of SIU mem­ bers who recently have become pensioners appear with a brief biographical y ketch. These men and women have served the maritime industry well, and the SIU and all their union brothers and sisters wish them happiness and health in the days ahead. T ROBERT he Seafarers Pension Plan ROWE, 57, this month announces the joined the retirements of eight members. in Seafarers Seven of those signing off 1962 in his sailed in the deep sea division, native Nor­ while one sailed in the inland folk, Va. division. Three of the new pen­ Brother sioners upgraded their skills at Rowe sailed the Harry Lundeberg School of in the steward department. He Seamanship in Piney Point, still calls Norfolk home. Md. Louis Babin Jr. had been an active Seafarer longer than any of the other members sign­ JOHN ing off this month. He joined SCHAEFER the union in 1952 in the port of SR., 65, New York. joined the SIU in 1966 Brief biographical sketches of Babin and the other new pen­ in the port sioners follow. of New York. Bom in Detroit, DEEP SEA he upgraded to QMED at Piney LOUIS Point in 1975. Brother Schaefer BABIN JR., retired to Mio, Mich. 62, joined the WILHELM SCHROEDER, Seafarers in 55, joined the Seafarers in 1965 1952 in the in the port of Wilmington, port of New Calif. Bom in Oldendorf, Ger­ York. Bom many, he sailed as a QMED. in PlaBrother Schroeder upgraded at quemine. La., he sailed in the the Lundeberg School in 1981. steward department. Brother He retired to Honigflehtiz, Ger­ Babin retired to Metairie, La. many. DANIEL BALERIO, 65, VINCENT TARALLO, 69, joined the SIU in 1962 in the joined the union in 1958 in the port of Houston. A native of port of San Francisco. A Brook­ Wharton, Texas, he sailed in lyn, N.Y. native, he sailed in the engine department. Brother the engine department. Brother Balerio upgraded at the Lun­ Tarallo resides in San Bmno, deberg School in 1969. He Calif. served in the U.S. Army from 1949 to 1958. Brother Balerio resides in Wharton, Texas. INLAND VICENTE ORTIZ, 66, joined the union in 1958 in the port of Portland, Ore. A Puer­ to Rico na­ tive, he sailed in the steward department. Brother Ortiz calls San Francisco home. JAMES STEPHENS, 66, joined the SIU in 1967 in the port of Hous­ ton. Bom in Huntsville, Texas, he sailed as a captain. Boatman Stephens calls Houston home. Life of a Pensioner Biggest trouble I have in adjusting to retirement is learning to keep my grievances to myself. 'Seafarers Always Stand Up For What They Believe In' Retired Member Salvo Remains Active • •' "• One might call him McKeesport, Pa.'s king of cor­ respondence. Never the shy type, SIU pen­ sioner Pete Salvo keeps postal workers busy with his steady stream of letters, which cover a broad range of topics and are sent to an equally diverse group of organizations, publications, politicians and other in­ dividuals. Brother Salvo, 72, sees his letter-writing as an effective means of voicing beliefs, in­ forming others and sometimes spurring political action. Pub­ lished regularly on the op-ed pages of several westem Penn­ sylvania newspapers, as well as in the Seafarers LOG, Salvo has corresponded with such notable figures as President Clinton and General Colin Powell. Nicknamed the "Street Cap­ tain" by one of his neighbors because of his take-charge at­ titude, Salvo never has been passive about issues which af­ fect or interest him. "I guess you could call me an activist. I've been a law-abidihg citizen for 72 years, but I'm politically active," says the World War II veteran who sailed in the engine department and resides near Pittsburgh. "The SIU definitely had a lot to do with helping me get motivated. Seafarers always have been people who stand up for what they believe in." others in an effort to secure recognition for World War 11 merchant mariners. Whether the issue is granting veterans status, offering some recogni­ tion on Veterans Day and Memorial Day, or simply set­ ting the record straight. Salvo's typewriter stays warm as he conveys his views. Earlier this year, for ex­ ample, he took umbrage with a letter that appeared in a magazine published by the American Legion. The letter charged that, contrary to an ar­ Pete Salvo ticle entitled "Merchant Marine: The Heroic Fourth Arm retired and active U.S. merchant of Defense," Nazi U-boats mariners. For example, in 1989 he sent never machine-gunned any mariners who survived their a letter commending Rep. Helen Delich Bentley (R-Md.) vessel being sunk. Salvo and dozens of others to the Irwin (Pa.) Standard Ob­ immediately responded in writ­ server. The letter notes ing and corrected the other let­ Bentley's efforts to make sure ter-writer. Salvo had first-hand all U.S.-flag vessels (in this knowledge of such travesties, case, Kuwaiti tankers in the Per­ having helped rescue survivors sian Gulf which were re-flagged of just such a machine-gun at­ to fly the Stars and Stripes but carry only an American captain tack during the war. "There have been so many and chief engineer) are manned lies told over the years about the entirely by U.S. citizens. Salvo forwarded a copy of merchant marine," Salvo says with a mixture of resignation the letter to the representative, and disbelief. "Our government who in turn sent him a thankdidn't reveal until five years ago you letter. Additionally, Salvo's inter­ that welost over700 (merchant) ships during the war. We were ests stem beyond maritime. He the only all-volunteer service, is active in local politics and we had the second-highest also has written about every­ casualty rate during the war, be­ thing from the Iran-Contra af­ hind only the Marines, and yet fair to Ralph Nader's activities. Still, the Seafarers and the for all those years we were Always Active denied veterans status. That just maritime industry have a spe­ cial place in Salvo's heart—-and Brother Salvo joined the SIU wasn't right." in his order of business. "Any in 1943 in the port of New York Thanks Maritime more, to accomplish anything and promptly sailed on a num­ Supporters you have to make a lot of noise. ber of dangerous voyages That's the way I was brought up during the war. For his service, A member of numerous or­ he has been decorated nine ganizations, including Project in the SIU, and that's what it's times—most recently in Liberty Ship, the Pennsylvania going to take to save this in­ December 1992 when he Humane Society, the Merchant dustry," Salvo emphatically received a medal for taking part Marine Veterans and Amnesty states. "The Seafarers taught me in the treacherous Murmansk International, Brother Salvo to fight for what I believe in. If supply mns to the former Soviet does not limit his writings to you ever attended a meeting corrections or calls to action. He with (late SIU President) Paul Union. After the war. Salvo makes a point of thanking Hall in New York... well, those remained an active member of those who support both the are times I'll never forget!" the Seafarers. Before a back in­ jury in 1955 forced him to end his maritime career. Salvo was elected as a ship's delegate on eight different vessels because of the way he stdpd up for his fellow crewmembers. He was a picket captain during the Isthmian strike in 1947 and played an active part in many other beefs. He also volunteered along with other Seafarers for a government-run medical ex­ periment in 1950. After retiring from the sea. Salvo went into the appliance repair business. He worked in that field for more than 30 years but never forgot his ties to the union and the U.S.-flag mer­ chant marine. In fact, the role and plight of the American merchant marine during World War II remains a favorite topic of Salvo's. In recent years, he has written to United States presidents, con­ above are some of the many responses Salvo has received, along gressional representatives, state Shown with twoof his published letters and a brief newspaper report about Salvo. officials, publications and • S' rf .'f- V,. ••. "'«f - •^1.. ' •' "'• . 'X- -W:. • :S , J:'.' " """ .. : I i: ': I ' i .vV ' u -T- j-.' �20 : -X' • a5lia|g|5fev .•••••. ^'v-::;; •••• :^i'. ^•»?.v..' '•• .-. >S • V- "-• • "•••••:-• '•: ;f' •"' -"• . -•'•• • OCTOBER 1003 SEAFMERSLOG HAFTA's Dai^eis Raised by UnUms ClinliHi Offm Plan to Congress; AFL-CIO Backs Basics of Proposal Continued from page 6 manufacturing jobs since the The so-called "employer man Continued from page 6 early 1980s, the work force inside date" is one of the main points o Mexican maquiladora plants has contention in Clinton's plan door for Mexico to import more increased from 120,000 workers Many businesses welcome it, lar­ U.S. products. But despite a in 1980 to more than half a mi gely because they already cover multi-million dollar pro-NAFTA lion today. Some of those at least 80 percent of their public relations campaign waged workers earn as little as 50 cen employees' health care costs anc by the Mexican government and an hour. also indirectly pay for nonsome U.S. business interests, no Severe job losses in the U.S covered employees at other comone apparently has been able to resulting from NAFTA are back panies. For example, when explain how Mexican workers, ed up by these experiences with someone without medica many of whom earn as little as $4 the maquiladoras. For more than coverage is treated at an emergen­ a day, will be able to afford to buy a decade, U.S. companies have cy room, the cost is passed on to American goods. been encouraged through govern those who have insurance, in the Despite contentions to the ment policy toestablish manufac forms of higher premiums, higher contrary, NAFTA threatens not turing factories in Mexico, alon deductibles, etc. (reflecting only low-skilled U.S. jobs, but the American border. The higher hospital billing to compen­ also high-tech, high-wage jobs products from these plants are ex sate for the cost of indigent care). The AFL-CIO long has main­ Professor Harley Shaiken of the ported into the U.S. market at tained that citizens who have in­ University of California recently reduced tariffs. told a House employment sub­ The explosion of manufactur­ surance inevitably bear the committee. ing plants along Mexico's border inancial burden of the uninsured. Shaiken, a respected authority has caused hundreds of boom That situation must be changed so on trade law, noted that the high­ towns and squatter communities that everyone pays their fair share, tech industries (such as auto filled with cardboard shanties anc the federation has emphasized. Others claim the cost of man­ production and consumer housing made from scrap wooc datory coverage would severely AFL-CIO President Lane Kirkland outlines labor's plans to mobilize electronics) that have located in for the thousands of workers who larm small businesses and some "or health care reform. Mexico have attained produc­ are employed at the many U.S. other companies. However, the tivity and quality levels com­ companies, where they build cars, jresident's plan apparently The SIU favorably notes that Medicare and Medicaid savings parable to those in the U.S. make furniture, assemble would limit large companies' multi-employer plans, such as the to help Bnance coverage for the However, Mexico's wages electronics components and jayments to about 7 percent of Seafarers Welfare Plan, would be uninsured and also to expand remain at Third World rates. more. The living conditions in jayroll, with smaller businesses considered its own health alliance coverage for the elderly. The professor said NAFTA these areas are characterized by laving a 4 percent limit. Sub­ )ut would have the option of join­ Here again, some have raised will not improve Mexican insufficient and inadequate hous­ sidies would cover the difference ing Others. concerns about whether the workers' conditions, but may ing, lack of running water or Opponents of the Clinton plan financing plan will work. Much seriously harm American sewage facilities and little or no in both cases. But for the largest companies caution that these alliances will depends on the government's workers as the two countries' electripty. economies integrate. Enactment oif NAFTA only jrobably those with at least restrict citizens' ability to choose ability to limit premiums, which "At issue is not economic in­ would increase such scenes, say ,000 workers), this cap only their health care providers, be­ in turn, theoretically at least, would apply if they join regiond cause they would be limited to the would limit payment to health tegration with Mexico—that al­ opponents of the agreement. AFL-CIO Secretary-Treasurer lealth insurance purchasing )lans to which their employers care providers. ready exists and will continue to Some health insurance expand—but the basis on which Thomas Donahue reaffirmed jools or "health alliances" to be subscribe. Proponents of the created by the Clinton plan. iresident's plan counter by providers balk at such limits, an accelerated integration should labor's vehement opposition to saying that all existing choices claiming they will adversely ef­ Health alliances would offer a NAFTA when he stated, "For the take place," he added. plus some new ones will be avail­ fect the quality of care. Others variety of comprehensive plans, Mexico's minimuih wage is rest of this congressional session, able in the health alliances. Addiinsist that networks of doctors, including health maintenance or­ about $4 a day, ^d some citizens the No. 1 priority of the American ionally, Clinton's plan would hospitals and insurance com­ ganization (HMO) plans, tradi­ there earn even l^s. Yet while the trade union movement is defeat­ ensure that quality care is avail­ panies will control costs themsel­ tional fee-for-service plans and U.S. has lost nearly a million ing NAFTA." irobably some combinations of able, in part by providing pre­ ves in order to gain business. While the debate over )oth. The health alliances would viously unavailable information buy services from HMOs and about the provider to the patient. Clinton's plan and others con­ The main sources of funds for tinues, there is bipartisan agree­ other companies which in tum contract with doctors and other the plan from 1994 to 2000 are ment that the current U.S. system health care providers. Individual cuts in Medicare and Medicaid is far too costly. The nation's employees then would have a spending, eliminating "red tape," health care spending, which has 1. U.S. Will Lose High-Skill, High-Wage Jobs hoice among the plans offered JIUS "sin" taxes and other increased by about 11 percent in In a growing number of industries, labor productivity in Mexico is even higher than in comparable U.S. factories because Mexican plants are jy their alliance. (They would not )rojected savings (see chart), each of the last five years, is newer and workers often receive more training. Where labor is cheap to 'resident Clinton would use the projected at $900 billion for 1993. be required to join an HMO.) hire, it i§ cheap to train, regardless of the type of work. HEAITH CAR REFORM PROJEC Setting the Record Straight: 5 Facts About NAFTA If NAFTA is enacted, the U.S. will lose not only a bevy of comparably low-skill, low-wage jobs but also a substantial number of high-skill, highwage positions. Comparing Five Nations' Health Care Spending 2. Current Trade Surplus Is Misleading NAFTA's supporters claim that America's two-year-old trade surplus with Mexico proves the trade deal will create jobs. Yet even pro-NAFTA economists admit the surplus reflects an overvalued peso which is likely to fall by as much as 20 percent next year. That fall will more than wipe out all advantage to the U.S. of eliminating Mexican tariffs. Additionally, the surplus is in capital goods, not consumer goods. In other words, the U.S. is shipping machinery south to expand the capacity of Mexico's low-wage factories to produce consumer goods for sale back in the U.S. 3. Side Deals Fall Short NAFTA's recently announced side agreements do nothing to address the question of suppressed wages in Mexico. They contain no labor standards, and also are silent on questions of air pollution and wildlife protection. The side deals also wouldset up a bureaucratic maze that would make it virtually impossible to enforce the few topics they cover. 4. Mexican Drivers Are Exempt During the Bush administration, the U.S. Department of Transportation (anticipating NAFTA) ordered all state governments to exempt anyone with a driver's license issued in Mexico from the licensing requirements that American truckers must meet. With 85 percent of all commerce between the U.S. and Mexico carried by truck, the implications are distressing. For example, Mexican drivers will tie exempted from California's special certification requirements for truckers who haul double-trailers and hazardous waste. Also, the question of insurance liability is left un­ answered. What will accidents involving uninsured Mexican drivers do to overall insurance rates in the U.S.? Finally, U.S. truck drivers will be forced to compete with Mexican workers who make as little as $7 a day. 5. Other Countries Will Use Export Platform NAFTA surely will divert Asian and European investment to Mexico that othenvise mightI come uuilic; iiiiu into the lilt? u.o. U.S. Additionally, Muuiiiuiioiiiy, uiiitsi other nations iiaiiuiia will win use uov Mexico as an export Kport platform platform into the U.S. Mercedes-Benz, enz, for example, is setting up facilities to produce buses and luxury cars; in Mexico in anticipation of NAFTA. China is building a major textile and apparel center in Mexico to produce products to export to the U.S. 20% 15% •s 10% S ''v ''s ''v ''N ^. ''v ''-V ^ ^>. X X X X X• Japan Unltsd Kingdom i 5% I 0% 1980 iot 1990 Sourc*: OECD, Whits Houss Note: Graphic shows what five nations spent on health care from 1980 to 1990, plus U S proiected spending with and without enactment of President Clinton's health care reform plan." " ^ ' '•P �0CWBBI1993 SEAFARBIS UK Martin Reedy, Steward (Delegate Mohsin Abdulla. Chairman ex­ tended welcome to new Seafarers and announced additional crewmembers boarding in San Diego. Educational director urged members to upgrade Seafarers LOG attempts to print as many digests of union ship- skills at Lundeberg School. No beefs board minutes as possible. On occasion, b^use of space or disputed OT reported. N-jpI r,;, - ;••• limitations, some will be omitted. Ships minutes first are reviewed by the union's contract department Those Issues requiring attention or resolution are addressed by the union upon receipt of the ships minutes. The minuted are then for­ warded to the Seafarers LOG. 1STLT. JACK LUMMUS (Amsea), April 4—Chairman K. Johnson, Secretary L. Oram, Educa­ tional Director P. Kwasi^uk, Steward Delegate E. Loret. Chair­ man reported message received from headquarters concerning hazardous duty pay. Treasurer reported $242.58 in ship's fund. Deck delegate reported beef. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine or steward delegates. Crewmembers asked con­ tracts department to clarify sanitation duties. Crewmembers donated money toward AB James McCarthy's trip home due to death in family. Next port: Somalia. GUS DARNELL (Ocean Shipholding), June 6—Chairman John Wolff, Secretary David Smith, Educational Director Raymond Frail, Deck Delegate Tan Ah Joon, Engine Delegate AH Alfaqih, Steward Delegate Timothy Dowd. Chairman discussed 45-day voyage around South America and reminded crew­ members to conserve water, put plas­ tic in proper place and not to slam doors. He announced the addition of TV to crew lounge and reported ex­ cellent group of ABs aboard. Secretary reported good steward department on duty for voyage. Educational director urged crewmem­ bers to use small cycle on washing machine when doing laundry. He en­ couraged members to upgrade skills at Piney Point. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked contracts department to look into improved dental coverage. Crew gave vote of thanks to steward department for job well done. Captain announced ship will he furrugated while in shipya^ in July. LNG AQUARIUS(ETC), June 26— Chairman Carlos Pineda, Secretary F. Robertson, Educational Director W. Fay. Chairman announced con­ tract extension. Educational director reminded members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Treasurer reported $500 in movie fund and $39 in ship's fiind. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Chairman reminded crew­ members to return to Iship at least one hour before sailing time. He also reminded crew to keep noise down when docking and undocking late at night LNG ARIES(ETC), June 27—Chair­ man BlUie Darley, Secretary R. Brown, Educational Director D. Panko, Deck Delegate P. Funk, En­ gine Delegate Richard Robertson, Steward Delegate Udjang Nurdjaqa. Chairman reported captain is happy with how crew has performed duties. Secretary reminded crew of impor­ tance of acting properly while ashore. Treasurer reported $447 in ship's fund. Chairman reported telex received from company announcing contract extension through August 16. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew gave vote of thanks to steward department for excellent food and service. Chairman reminded members to secure weight room after use to avoid problems in rough seas. Next port: Himeji, Japan. PAUL Bl/C/C(Ocean Shipholding), June 27—Chairman D. Ellette, Secretary M. Brinn, Educational Director James Robbins, Deck Delegate Jack Cockron, Engine Delegate Karl Friebel, Steward Delegate Adolphis Young. Chairman announced new washer and mattres­ ses came aboard in Norfolk, Va. He discussed payoff and orders to load in Yanbu, Saudi Arabia and discharge in Sasebo, Japan. Crewmembers ad­ vised to purchase personal items at 1 ^ J SEALIFTINDIAN OCEAN{UAC). June 1—Chairman Bob Pagan, Secretary Roy Royals, E>eck Delegate Jim World, Engine Delegate Mike Ricci, Steward Delegate Ray Rodriguez. Chairman reported TV and VCR need repair. Crew requested chairs for mess hall next port. Educational director urged and lounge area be repaired or members to upgrade at Paul Hall Cen­ replaced. Treasurer reported $196 in ter and donate to SPAD. Treasurer ship's fund. Crew requested reported $4(X) in ship's fund. No respirators and masks for those mem­ beefs or disputed OT reported. Chair­ bers who clean tanks. Secretary man read telex concerning contract reported limited stores and an­ extension. Captain, who reported nounced company's budget for aboard in Norfolk, gave each depart­ stores, cleaning supplies, plates and ment vote of thanks for clean ship forks not adequate. He reported after cottung out of shipyard. Next menus very limited. Educational port: Thule, Greenland. director encouraged members to SEA-LAND EXPEDITION{Seaupgrade at Paul Hall Center and Land Service), June 27—Chairman reminded them of program available Paulino Flores, Secretary E. Vaz­ to anyone with drug or alcohol quez, Educational Director Dan problems. He also led a discussion on Beeman. Chairman reported smooth AIDS and what can be done to trip without problems. Secretary prevent acquiring the disease. Beefs asked contracts department to advise and disputed OT reported by deck members of contract results. No beefs delegate. No beefs or disputed OT or disputed OT reported. reported by engine or steward delegates. Crew reported no rotation SEA-LAND EXPRESS (Sea-Land of movies. Crew asked contracts Service), June 3—Chairman Ray department to send information Ramirez, Secretary G. Bryant, regarding clothing allowance for tank Educational Director L. Cowan, cleaning. Steward department Deck Delegate Larry Long, Engine reported microwave needs repair or Delegate Bryan Honeycutt, Steward replacement due to hole in door. Delegate Fadel Abdulla. Chairman Crew reported slop chest needs to he discussed possibility of ship payoff stocked with more than cigiuettes, immediately upon arrival in port. No especially toiletries such as tooth­ beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew paste. Crew re^rted company needs discussed rotating duties for cleaning to buy light bulbs. Next port: Gaeta, of recreation area and daily sanitary. Italy. Crew also discussed smoking policy in mess room and gave vote of thanks (/S/VS r£/«4C/0t/S(USMMD, June 3—Chairman Roy Conn, to galley gang for good food. Secretary John Reid, Vocational SEA-LAND PERFORMANCE Delegate Danny AUeman, Deck (Sea-Land Service), June 6—Chair­ Delegate Ron Mercer, Engine man E. Bronstein, Secretary R.G. Delegate Howard Hendra, Steward Griswold, Educational Director D. Delegate Eddie Pippins. Crew Johnson, Steward Delegate James elected new chairman and delegates Oreilly. No beefs or disputed OT and discussed information regarding reported. Crew asked contracts upgrading at Piney Point. department to look into amending CAPE HENRY {lOM), My 11— shipping rules with regard to federal Chairman T.S. Votsis, Secretary B. family leave law and improve pen­ Fletcher, Educational Director I. sion benefits. Next port: Charleston, Rousseau, Deck Delegate Victor S.C. Tamulis, Vgine Delegate Kevin SEA-LAND PRODUCER (SeaHall, Steward Delegate Gordon Land Service), June 13—Chairman Wheeler. Educational director urged Jack Edward, Secretary Jennifer members to upgrade skills at Lun­ Jim, Educational Director Jim Smit- deberg School. No beefs or disputed ko. Chairman discussed end of shut­ OT reported. Crew requested more in­ tle services for Sea-Land vessels in formation concerning union affairs all ports as announced on May 13. and Seafarers LOGs be sent to ship. Chairman announced ship's arrival in Chairman atmounced vessel will be Oakland, Calif, and estimated time of laid up after seven months of duty. departure. Educational director noted Crew asked contracts department to new courses at Piney Point and en­ look into pension increases. Crew couraged members to upgrade skills. thanked galley gang for very good Treasurer reported $55 in crew's job. Deck department commended by fund. No beefs or disputed OT MSC and MarAd for efforts in keep­ reported. Crew requested treasurer ing vessel in excellent condition. post list of movies bought with fund Crew reported waiting for results of including updates on remaitung contract negotiations. Next port Nor­ fimds. Crew gave vote of thanks and folk, Va. appreciation to steward department for job well done. CHARLES L. BROWN(JranSEA-LAND SPIRIT{Sea-Land Ser­ soceanic Cable), July 10—Chairman vice), June 6—Chairman R. CleJ. Harrington, Secretary B. mente. Secret^S. Apodaca, Kamiya, Educational Director Wil­ Educational Director C. Henley, liam Carroll. Chairman reported first aid kits for steward and engine Deck Delegate T. Doi, Engine Delegate C. Mendeiros, Steward departments ordered. He announced union holiday on August 20 honoring Delegate F. Maliga. Crew gave vote of thanks to galley gang for job well the late SlU President Paul Hall. Treastuer reported $5(X) in ship's done. Next port: Honolulu. fund. Deck delegate retrunded deck SEA-LAND VALUE{Sea-Land Ser­ department members to use caution vice), June 3—Chairman George with new table saw. No beefs or dis­ Wilson, Secretary A. Hassan, Educa­ puted OT reported. Chairman an­ tional Director R. Kitlas. Chairman nounced letter from company reported good crew and officers regarding contract extension. Crew aboard with fine job performed by reported engine department replaced steward department. Crew report^ pipe on deck. lounge needs two new chairs and CHARLESTON {Apex Marine), also requested new pillows and July 18—Chairman A. Maben, linens. Crew gave vote of thanks to Secretary B. Daniels, Educational steward department. Next port: Director Tony Mohammed, Deck Elizabeth, N.J. Delegate G, Ortiz, Engine Delegate Joseph Saxon, Steward Delegate SEALIFT ANTARCTIC (IMC), June 6—Chairman Steve Handsford, Angel Correa. Chairman discussed foreign-flag threat by Sea-Land and . Secretary James Swart, Educational acquisition of 68 Ready Reserve Director Jim Fox, Engine Delegate "1' I ^ ^ ' -i fv-' V Force ships. Secretary informed crew of vacation, medical and change of address forms in crew lounge. Educa­ tional director stressed importance of utilizing Piney Point facility for upgrading job skills as well as GED and college courses. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Chairman dis­ tributed union pamphlets and literature to crewmembers. Chairman conunencled GSU Silverio Arana for doing good job in keeping mess room clean and urged crew to keep eating areas tidy. Chairman reportV clothes iron for crew ordered, and crew gave special thanks to steward department. Next port: Groton, Conn. INGER{Seaim Bulkers), July 25— Chairman Theodore Bush, Secretary Vincent Sanchez Jr,, Deck Delegate Bernard Wilson, Engine Delegate Robert Caldwell, Steward Delegate Rehuel Ascano. Chairman reported payoff in Galveston, Texas and an­ nounced repair list will be submitted to captain and patrolman. He 21 department forclarification. Secretary reported smooth sailing with great group of union brothers. He thanked crewmembers for keep­ ing mess hall and ship house clean. Educational director urged members to keep attending Paul Hall Center to upgrade. No beefs reported. Chair­ man reported food prices keepgoing up but not company food budget. Crew asked contracts department for clarification on transportation pay. Crew gave vote of thanks to gdley gang for making do with low stores. Next port: Stapleton, N.Y. rrS NEW YORK{SheTidan Transportation), July 31—Chairman J. Harris, Secretary G. Schwartz, Educational Director Michael Vacca, Deck Delegate D. Tuten, Engine Delegate P. Ramos, Steward Delegate Mat Scott. Chairman reported ship in good shape. Educa­ tional director discussed benefits of upgrading skills at Piney Point. No bwfs or disputed OT reported. Crew Nearly Two Centuries of Experience The 8-12 watch aboard the PFC Eugene A. Obregon brings a com­ bined total of 194>ears to the job. From left are AB Robert Lambert, 63; Third Mate Edwin Rutter, 65; and AB Reeves Hornby, 66. All three have sailed for many yearson all types of ships. The above photo was taken during a recent underway replenishment exercise with the US. Navy tanker Joshua Humphreys. 100 miles southeast of Bermuda. reminded crewmembers signing off to leavcL^m neat and clean for next person. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Engine delegate reported di^ in engine department shower needs to be unclogged. Crew gave vote of thanks to galley gang for job well done. ITS BALTIMORE{Sheridan Transportation), July 4—Chairman Jimmy Rogers, Secretary Andrew Hagan, Educational Director Paul Honeycutt, Deck Delegate Anthony Heinoldt, Steward Delegate John Padilla Crew asked contracts depart­ ment for information concerning status of new contract Bosun con­ gratulated Recertified Steward Andrew Hagan for being awarded four-year SIU scholarship and wished him luck in future studies. Crew gave thanks to Steward department and John Padilla who is signing off for vacation. Next port: Charleston, S.C. ITB JACKSONVILLE{Sheridm Transportation), July 1—Chairman Luke Wells, Secret^ Richard Worobey, Education^ Director Spiros Perdikis, Steward Delegate S. Suraredja Chairman reported crew TV needs repair and armounced deck department needs summer work cloth­ ing provided by company. He an­ nounced payoff and stated vessel heading to St. Croix, V.I. Chairman also encouraged crewmembers to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No bwfs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked contracts department to look into increasing m^cal benefits for dependents. Chairman reminded crew no smoking in crew mess during meal hours. ITB MOBILE(Sheridan Transporta­ tion), July 26—Chairman Fred Jen­ sen, Secretary PedroSellan, Educational Director C. Rodriguez, Deck Delegate J. McCormick, En­ gine Delegate A. Salim, Steward Delegate T. Quammie. Chairman an­ nounced contract negotiations ex­ tended for 60 days. He reported disputed OT in all departments due to sailing time and asked contracts reported deck, engine and steward departments have worked as family and everyone is happy. Crew gave special thanks to galley gang for 4th of July feast. Next port St Croix, V.I. ''-'i, • LIBERTY BELLE (Liberty Maritime), July 18—Chairman Benedict Bom, Deck Delegate Eddie Hall, Engine Delegate T. Ripoli, Steward Delegate John Foster. Chairman reported company will purchase iron and new furniture for day room and crew mess. Discus­ sion was held on finding way to secure lounge and mess while in port UBERTYWAVEOAherty Maritime), July 23--Chairman Jorge Osorio, Secretary E. H^ger, Educa­ tional Director Fred Tiemey. Chair­ man reported good trip with crew and announced payoff. Educational direc­ tor urged members to upgrade at Lundeberg School. No beefs OT disputed OT reported. Crew discussed vacation pay arid gave vote of thanks to steward department for job well done. L/VG CAPI7/CO/?/V(ETQ, July 25—Chairman Charles Kahl, Secretary Norman Duhe, Educatioiial Director P. Wolf, Deck Delegate Thomas Harding, Engine Delegate Robert Rice, Steward Delegate Perry McCalL Chairman asked all departments to work together to make life easier for all and create safe and happy ship. He also urged members to support SPAD. Educational direc­ tor reminded members to take ad­ vantage of Paul Hall Center. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Chairman read telex on contract extension. Crew thanked galley gang for job well done. Next port: Arun, Indonesia. LNG LEO (ETC), July 25—Chair­ man Robert Schwarz, Secretary Henry Jones Jr., Deck Delegate G. Kehiis, Steward Delegate 1. Solomons. Chairman announced he jirst came aboard and looks forward to working with crew. He reported he had not received an update concemCoiUinued on page 22 . v. ••rt 'r : �-:"v; 22 rfe:. :••• • Ships Digest •y. . Continued from page 21 I " .i[c.:"\ ' ;'<; , , OCnBER 1993 SEAFARERS LOC ing contract. He encouraged mem­ bers to support American-flag ship­ ping and donate to SPAD. Educational director urged crew to take advantage of upgrading classes at Piney Point, He also reminded members to donate to SPAD. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Chair­ man reported crewmembers doing good job keeping recreation room and mess hall clean. He reminded everyone not to yell in passageways and to respect shipmates. Crew gave vote of thanks to steward department for excellent meals. Next port: ArurJ, Indonesia. 1ST LT. JACK LUMMUS (Amsea), July 4—Chairman Kelly Devine, Secretary Anthony Curran, Deck Delegate Ddn Denorio, Steward Delegate Debora Grendahl. Educational director urged members to take advantage of Lundeberg School facilities to upgrade skills. Treasurer reported $344vin ship's fund and reported someJioney will be used toward purchase of new movies. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew discussed benzene testing requirements to receive ship­ ping card. Crew discussed movies to add to library. Next port: Newport News, Va. MAJOR STEPHEN W. PLESS (Waterman Steamship), July 25Chairman Bernard Hutcherson, Secretary Tony Piazza, Educational Director G. Wallis, Deck Delegate Fred Hunter, Engine Delegate Felix Miralda. Disputed OT arid beefs reported by deck and steward delegates. Crew discussed what would happen if water was con­ taminated and if bottled water for drinking and cooking was used. Crew agreed to hold union meetings more often to minimize problems. Chair­ man read exerpts from union con­ tract. MAYAGUEZ(Puerto Rico Marine), July 4—Chairman Albert Caulder, Secretary L. Ewing, Educational Director E. Richman. Chairman an­ nounced payoff in Norfolk, Va. Educational director encouraged members to upgrade at Paul Hall Cen­ ter. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crewmembers discussed 30day emergency leave plan for mem­ bers. Crew gave vote of thanks to galley gang and requested new TV and toaster. Daley, Deck Delegate Emanuel Gazzier. Engine Delegate James SkubOM//.E4DEA? (OMI), July 25— na. Steward Delegate Edward Chairman Patrick Rankin, Secretary Winne. Chairman reported Patrol­ Michael Davalie, Educational Direc­ man Mike Calhoun serviced vessel in tor Alvin Markowitz, Deck Delegate Houston. Educational director Tommie Vines Sr., Engine Delegate reminded members to upgrade skills Bruce Korte, Steward Delegate at Paul Hall Center. No beefs or dis­ Stanley Krysyosiak. Chairman puted OT reported. Crew reported reported new dryer in crew laundry July Seafarers LOGs received. Crew needed. He also gave special thanks members gave vote of confidence to to entire crew for fine job. Education­ contracts depaftment in negotiating to al director encouraged members to "keep meat on our tables." Crew upgrade at Paul Hall Center. Beef reported air conditioning running reported by deck delegate. No beefs warm. Chairman thanked all depart­ or disputed OT reported by engine or ments for jobs well done. Crewmem^ steward delegates. Crew requested bers observed moment of silence for new furniture in crew lounge. departed brothers and sisters. Next port: Stapleton, N.Y. OOCL INNOVA RON (Sea-Land Service), July 11—Chairman John PFC JAMES ANDERSON Bertolino, Secretary Edward Col­ (Maersk Lines), July 11—Chairman lins, Educational Director Harry T. Anderson, Secret^ H. WilderMessick, Deck Delegate Douglas muth. Educational Director L. Hodges, Engine Delegate Peter Cochbran, Deck Delegate James Hausmann, Steward Delegate RadHailstone, Steward Delegate Earl mes Cosme. Chairman announced ar­ Castain. Educational director urged rival in Charleston, S.C. with payoff members to take advantage of upgrad­ that morning. He reminded crew pur­ ing program at Piney Point. Treasurer pose of SPAD and urged donations. reported $200 in ship's fund. No Secretary thanked crew for keeping beefs or disputed OT reported. Deck pantry clean and advised memlwrs to and engine delegate gave special attend Piney Point and upgrade skills recognition to galley gang for excel­ as soon as possible. Treasurer lent job. Chairman reminded mem­ reported $70 in ship's fiind. Disputed bers to keep dues paid up in full. OT reported by deck delegate. No Next port: Diego Garcia. beefs or disputed OT reported by en­ SAM HOUSTON (Waterman Steam­ gine or steward delegates. Crew thanked chief steward, chief cook and ship), July 2-7-Chairman Bobby Rlddick. Secretary C. Rooks, GSU Jose Bermudez for jobs well Educational Director E. Neatbery, done. Deck Delegate James Walker, OVERSEAS ALASKA (Maritime Steward Delegate Ronnie Moore. Overseas), July 18—Chairman A. J. Chairman asked contracts department Eckert, Secretary J. Weedi Educa­ to send all correspondence directly to tional Director T. Kreutzer, Deck bosun and not to officers. Crew Delegate G.R. Christianson, Engine reported mail not being received once Delegate J. Brown, Steward on ship. Chairman reminded crew­ Delegate J. Garton. Chairman members to keep noise down. reported captain will have payoff as SEA-LAND ACHIEVER (Sea-Land soon as money arrives. Educational Service), July 25—Chairman James director reminded members to Davis, Secretary Felipe Orlanda, upgrade at Lundeberg School. Deck Educational Director A. Quinn, En­ delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by en­ gine Delegate Sheldon Greenberg, gine or steward delegates. Crew gave Steward Delegate Jose Santos. Chair­ man reported radio officer announced vote of thanks to SIU President telegram received from SIU head­ Michael Sacco for the work he's done for membership. Crew reported quarters regarding Sea-Land efforts to go foreign-flag but chairman had new pillows and mattresses needed. not received copy. Next port: Anacortes, Wash. Tacoma, Wash. SEA-LAND ATLANTIC (Sea-Land OVERSEAS HARRIETTE (Maritime Overseas), July 25—Chair­ Service), July 25—Chairman Calvin James, Secretary F. Costango, man P. Victor, Secretary Howard Educational Director Kevin DeSue, Williams, Deck Delegate P. Baker, Deck Delegate James Rush, Steward Engine Delegate W. Bloodworth, Delegate Donald Williams. Chair­ Steward Delegate Heath Bryan. man discussed cleaning of crew Secretary announced this is second lounge and asked members not to trip to Klaipeda, Lithuania with load leave dirty dishes in lounge over­ of com. No beefs or disputed OT night. Chairman reminded crew to reported. Crew noted Seafarers NORTHERN LIGHTS (lOM), July LOGs and ship's mail received in check heat and air conditioning vents 25—Chairman Ray Waiters, and asked members keep mess room English Channel and new washing Secretary Kenneth Whitfield, Educa­ machine for crew arrived. They furniture in good condition. Secretary tional Director K. Jordan, Deck reported pleasant voyage where announced all cargo will be dis­ Delegate T.Jackson, Engine everyone respects each other and charged between New York and Bos­ Delegate Charles Kennedy, Steward gave special thanks to gourmet chefs ton and ship will go into shipyard in Delegate Christopher Green. Chair­ Howard Williams and Heath Bryan Norfolk, Va for 7-8 days. He an­ man reported new items on order. for excellent food. Crew reported nounced no layoffs. No beefs or dis­ Secret^ said captain praised puted OT reported. Crew reported crew mess overhead needs repair. crewmembers' work and reported Seafarers LOGs received and dis­ payoff will be at sea. Educational OVERSEAS NEW ORLEANS tributed to all departments. Crew ap­ director urged members to upgrade (Maritime Overseas), July 18—Chair­ proved motion that air cooling and skills at Lundeberg School. No beefs man Sonny Pinkham, Secretary D. heating units and bulkheads be or disputed OT reported. Next port: Brown, Educational Director Gerald cleaned once a month and painted each year. Next port: Boston. The Perfect Splice r rff'v"?''" • % Deck department members aboard the USNS Wilkes splice a large eye in one of the ship's mooring lines. Instructing in proper splicing procedures aboard the oceanographic survey ship is Bosun "Skip Yager (right). Chief Mate Fred Smallwood observes while AB Jake Jacobs and OSs John Kaack and Matt Sandy work on the splice. SEA-LAND DEFENDER (SeaLand Service), July 9—Chairman G.M. Westphal, Secretary John Alamar, Educational Director Joe Barry. Chairman reported receiving second-hand information regarding Sea-Land ships going foreign-flag but telegram from SIU headquarters had not yet arrived. Educational direc­ tor urged members to upgrade skills at Lundeberg School and reminded them all information available aboard ship. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: Oakland, Calif. SEA-LAND DISCOVERY(SeaLand Service), July 17—Chairman A. Trikoglou, Secretary J. Colls, Educational Director J.Shuler, Deck Delegate E. Ortega, Engine Delegate J. Guaris, Steward Delegate A. Colon. Chairman reported everything running smoothly with ship out of shipyard. Secretary gave vote of thanks to deck department for good paint job in passageways. He reported new water cooler needed in mess room. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew gave vote of thanks to galley gang for job well done. Next port: Elizabeth, N.J. SEA-LAND ENTERPRISE (SeaLand Service), July 11—Chairman Elex Cary Jr., Secretary E.M. Douroudous, Educational Director R. Chapman. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew reported every­ thing running smoothly. 2400. He informed crew information from SIU headquarters has not been sent to ship concerning Sea-Land's recent statement to re-flag 13 ships. He reminded crewmembers signing off to clean rooms and refurbish with Ambassadorial BBQ SEA-LAND EXPRESS(Sea-Land Service), July 11—Chairman Ray Ramirez, Secretary G. Bryant Jr., Educational Director A. Bell, Deck Delegate Timothy Smith, Engine Delegate Gebar Oghe, Steward Delegate Fadel Abdulla. Disputed OT reported by steward delegate. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or engine delegates. Chairman reminded crewmembers no smoking in mess room during meals. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. SEA-LAND INNOVATOR (SeaLand Service), July 11—Chairman Claude Dockrey, Secretary Jose Bayani, Educational Director War­ ren Wright, Deck Delegate Charles Howell, Engine Delegate Frank Alshaif. Steward Delegate Rafaelita Griego. Secretary gave vote of thanks to deck and engine depart­ ments for clean ship inside and out. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew discussed Sea-Land an­ nouncement to re-flag. Chairman reminded crewmembers to clean cabin before signing off. Next port: Long Beach, Calif. Chief Cook Floyd Bishop does some grilling on the deck of the Crowley Ambassador. clean linens for new persons coming aboard. Treasurer reported $55 in ship's fund. Beef and disputed OT reported by steward delegate. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or engine delegate. SEA-LAND NAVIGATOR (SeaSEA-LAND SPIRIT(Sea-Land Ser­ Land Service), July 25—Chairman vice), July 4-^—Chairman R. CleWerner Becher, Secretary Ceasar Blanco, Educational Director Walter mente. Secretary S. Apodaca, Educational Director C. Henley, Stevens, Deck Delegate K. Hagar^ Deck Delegate T. Doi, Engine Steward Delegate Vir^lio Hof­ Delegate C.Medeiros, Steward fmann. Chairman reminded crew­ members to keep rooms locked while Delegate G. Lee. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew reported in port because ship's VCR was stolen in Oakland, Calif. Secretary an­ couch and chair in crew recreation room need to be reupholstered. Crew nounced intention of keeping in touch with chairman concerning daily gave vote of thanks to steward depart­ ment for job well done. Next port: events. Educational director reported Honolulu. crew well informed. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew discussed SEA-LAND SHINING STAR (Seanegotiation extension. Land Service), July 6—Chairman SEA-LAND PACER(Sea-Land Ser­ Joseph Colangelo, Secretary Miguel Pahon, Educational Director vice), July 18—Chairman Lance Thomas Priscu, Deck Delegate Her­ Zollner, Secretary W. Wroten, nando Bansuelo, Engine Delegate Educational Director S. Acosta, Deck Delegate Rudy Asopardo, En- Gary Mitchell, Steward Delegate Allan Sim. Educational director !;ine Delegate Sotmy Acosta, urged members to upgrade at Piney Steward Delegate Jim Ahellano. Point. Deck delegate reported dis­ Chairman reported he called con­ puted OT. No beefs or disputed OT tracts department for information on Sea-Land's efforts to go foreign-flag. by engine or steward delegates. Chair­ He reported Vice President Contracts man praised members upgrading at Augie Tellez stated union is working Limdeberg School and stressed im­ portance of advancing oneself through Congress and other avenues to prevent this from occurring. Chair­ through education. man discussed Department of SEA-LAND TACOMA (Sea-Land Defense policy of allocating monies Service), July 8—Chairman Robert to vessels with military capabilities. Stuverud, Educational Director C. Educational director urged members Piper. Treasurer reported $715 in to upgrade at Paul Hall Center. No reefs or disputed OT reported. Mem- ship's fund. Chairman noted twomonth extension on contract and Sea1 rers requested information concern­ Land's announcement to transfer 13 ing negotiations and foreign-flag ships to foreip-flag. Crewmembers transfers. Next port: Yokohama, discussed retirement benefits and Japan. thanked steward department for job well done. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. SEA-LAND PERFORMANCE (Sea-Land Service), July 11—Chair­ SEA-LAND TRADER (Sea-Land man R. Moss, Secretary Gary GrisService), July 4—Chairman L.E. wold. Educational Director Arthur Watson, Secretary J.Johnson, Rhymes. Chairman announced Educational Director R. Risbeck, notice from headquarters regarding Deck Delegate George Vukmir, En­ 60-day extension on contract. Chair­ gine Delegate Ronald Swanson, man discussed retirement benefits Steward Delegate Mohamed Shibly. and seatime with crewmembers. No Chairman handed out sample letter to beefs or disputed OT reported. Chair­ union members to send to U.S. repre­ man discussed letter from head­ sentatives and senators in support of quarters concerning Sea-Lands's legislation for revitalization of U.S. petition to MarAd to re-flag 13 ships. merchant marine. No beefs or disputed Crewmembers asked contracts QT reported. Crew gave vote of thanks departiAent to look into union com­ to galley gang for great food and salad plying with new federal law allow­ bar. ing up to 12 weeks personal leave without loss of job. Crew also asked SEA-LAND VALUE (Sea-Land Ser­ contracts department to look into vice), July 9—Chairman Grarge Wil­ amending shipping rules regarding son, Secretary A. Hassan, Educational length of time per voyage. Next Director Steve Miller. No beefs or dis­ port: Boston. puted OT reported. Crewmembers discussed Sea-Land's announcement SEA-LAND PRODUCER (Sea- ' to re-flag vessels and reported feel­ Land Service), July 16—Chairman ings of sadness and anger. Secretary . ack Edward, Secretary Jennifer said new towels received and gave . lim. Educational Director Jim Smit- vote of thanks to steward departto. Chairman reported arrival in Oakand, Calif, on Tuesday July 13 at Continued on page 24 . L: . .r'- •/;y - v /"'/:- �saawiiiisLoe 23 0CR»fff f 993 Know Your Rights FINANCIAL REPORTS. The PAYMENT OF MONIES. No constitution of the SIU Atlantic, monies are to be paid to anyone in any Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters Dis­ official capacity in the SIU unless an trict makes specific provision for official union receipt is given for safeguarding the membership's same. Under no circumstances money and union finances. The should any member pay any money constitution requires a detailec for any reason unless he is given such audit by certified public account­ receipt. In the event anyone attempts ants every year, which is to be sub­ to require any such payment be made mitted to the membership by the without supplying a receipt, or if a secretary-treasurer. A yearly finance member is required to make a pay­ committee of rank-and-file mem­ ment and is given an official receipt, bers, elected by the membership, but feels that he or she should not each year examines the finances of have been required to make such pay­ the union and reports fully their find­ ment, this should immediately be ings and recommendations. Mem­ reported to union headquarters. bers of this committee may make CONSTITUTIONAL dissenting reports, specific recom­ RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. mendations and separate findings. Copies of the SIU constitution are TRUST FUNDS. All trus available in all union halls. All mem­ funds of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, bers should obtain copies of this conLakes and Inland Waters District stitution so as to familiarize are administered in accordance themselves with its contents. Any with the provisions of various trust time a member feels any other mem­ fund agreements. All these agree­ ber or officer is attempting to deprive ments specify that the trustees in him or her of any constitutional right charge of these funds shall equally or obligation by any methods, such as consist of union and management dealing with charges, trials, etc., as representatives and their alternates. well as all other details, the member All expenditures and disburse­ so affected should immediately , ments of trust funds are made only notify headquarters. upon approval by a majority of the EQUAL RIGHTS. All mem­ trustees. All trust fund financial bers are guaranteed equal rights in records' are available at the head­ employment and as rhembers of the quarters of the various trust funds. SIU. These rights are clearly set SHIPPING RIGHTS. A forth in the SIU constitution and in member's shipping rights and the contracts which the union has seniority are protected exclusively negotiated with the employers. by contracts between the union and Consequently, no member may be the employers. Members should get discriminated against because of to know their shipping rights. race, creed, color, sex, national or Copies of these contracts are posted geographic origin. If any member and available in all union halls. If feels that he or she is denied the members believe there have been equal rights to which he or she is violations of their shipping or entitled, the member should notify seniority rights as contained in the union headquarters. contracts between the union and the SEAFARERS POLITICAL employers, they should notify the ACTIVITY DONATION — Seafarers Appeals Board by cer­ SPAD. SPAD is a separate tified mail, return receipt requested. segregated fund. Its proceeds are The proper address for this is: used to further its objects and pur­ Augustin Tellez, Chairman poses including, but not limited to, Seafarers Appeals Board furthering the political, social and 5201 Auth Way economic interests of maritime Camp Springs, MD 20746 Full copies of contracts as referred workers, the preservation and fur­ to are available to members at all thering of the American merchant times, either by writing directly to the marine with improved employment union or to the Seafarers Appeals opportunities for seamen and boat­ men and the advancement of trade Board. union concepts. In connection with CONTRACTS. Copies of all such objects, SPAD supports and SIU contracts are available in all SIU contributes to political candidates halls. These contracts specify the for elective office. All contribu­ wages and conditions under which an tions are voluntary. NcyxontribuSIU member works and lives aboard tion may be solicited ar^eceived a ship or boat. Members should know because of force, job di^riminatheir contract rights, as well as their tion, financial reprisal, or threat of obligations, such as filing for over­ such conduct, or as a condition of time (OT) on the proper sheets and in membership in the union or of the proper manner. If, at any time, a employment. If a contribution is member believes that an SIU patrol­ made by reason of the above im­ man or other union official fails to proper conduct, the member should protect their contractual rights notify the Seafarers International properly, he or she should contact the Union or SPAD by certified mail nearest SIU port agent. within 30 days of the contribution EDITORIAL POLICY — for investigation and appropriate THE SEAFARERS LOG. The action and refund, if involuntary. Seafarers LOG traditionally has A member should support SPAD refrained from publishing any ar­ to protect and further his or her ticle serving the political purposes economic, political and social in­ of any individual in the union, of­ terests, and American trade union ficer or member. It also has concepts. refrained from publishing articles If at any time a member feels deemed harmful to the union or its that any of the above rights have collective membership. This estab­ been violated, or that he or she has lished policy has been reaffirmed been denied the constitutional right by membership action at the Sep­ of access to union records or infor­ tember 1960 meetings in all con­ mation, the member should imme­ stitutional ports. The diately notify SIU President responsibility for Seafarers LOG Michael Sacco at headquarters by policy is vested in an editorial certified mail, return receipt re­ board which consfists of the ex­ quested. The address is: ecutive board of the union. The Michael Sacco, President executive board may delegate, Seafarers International Union from among its ranks, one in­ 5201 Auth Way dividual to carry out this respon­ Camp Springs, MD 20746. sibility. i J.:: h-1 ! 7 Opportunities '7-- •. ' ' . .i'' • The cost of a college education continues to rise each yean But for Seafarers and their dependents, help In realizing their educational goals Is available in the for/n of $15,000and $6,000 awards from the Seafarers Scholarship Program. ELIGIBILITY In 1994, the union will offer seven scholarships. Four are set aside for the children and spouses of Seafarers. Each of these four sfcholarships is for $15,000 to be used at a four-year college or university. The other three are for Seafarers themselves. One of the awards is for $15,000 for use at a four-year institution of higher learning. The remaining two scholar­ ships amount to $6,000 each and may be used for study at a community college or vocational school. Eligibility requirements for Seafarers and their spouses and unmarried dependent children are spelled out in a booklet which contains an ap­ plication form. It is available by filling out and returning the coupon below to the Seafarers Welfare Plan. DEADLINES Completed applications with all hececessary information included MUST be mailed and postmarked ON or BEFORE APRIL 15,1994. The SAT and ACT exams are given ap­ proximately six times a year on .specified dates. Applicants should be sure to take whichever exam is required by the college or trade school they plan to attend. (Tests must be taken by FEBRUARY1994 to ensure the results will be available for inclusion in the scholarship ap­ plication package.) Scholarship recipients must enroll in a college or trade school and notify the Seafarers Welfare Plan of their admission by AUGUST 1, 1994. Winners of the $15,000 award must complete the program within six years. Seafarers who receive the $6,000 award must complete their programs in four years. "' '• ••-V CHECKLIST The deadline for applying is April 15, 1994. Completing the application form, itself, is not very difficult. What will take more time, however, is gathering all the other necessary paperwork. Items that will need to be postmarked by that date for review by the Scholarship Committee include: • Scholarship application • Autobiographical statement • Photograph • Certified copy of birth certificate • High school transcript and certification of graduation or official copy of high st:Hool equivalency scores. • College transcript • Letters of reference SAT or ACT test results. Remember, it will take time to gather all this information. Plan ahead to make sure every­ thing will be collected in time. Some schools can be slow in handling transcript requests, so applicants should ask for them as soon as pos­ sible. Also, now is a good time for the applicant to start thinking about who should be asked to write letters of recommendation. Mall In this coupon for more application details: lease send me the 1994 SIU Scholarship Program booklet which contains eligibility information, procedures for applying and the I application form. P Name i - Book Number I Address City, State, Zip Code _ _ _ Telephone Nurnber _ _^ This application is for: • Self • ' • •••7.":^'.^-, • O Dependent Mail this completed form to Scholarship Program, Seafarers Welfare Plan, 5201 Auth Way. Camp Springs. MD 20746. 10/93 �'•'i-r -;: v t- .- 24 Ships Digest Continued fivm page 22 ment for job well done. Next port: Elizabeth, NJ. !. CjA.c' •» ' SEALin-ARABIAN SEA (IMC), July 20—Chairman J.T. Prather, Secretary Fred Clark, Deck Delegate Kimberly Clark, Engine Delegate Charles Mispagei, Steward Delegate A. Avila. Crew gave vote of thanks to galley gang for great food and good service. Next port: Mar­ tinez, Calif. SEAUFT INDIAN OCEAN (TMC), July 2^1—Chairman Mike Moore, En gine E)elegate Victor Mondecl, Steward Delegate E. Rodriguez. Chairman read president's report from July Seafarers LOG. Treasurer reported $200 in ship's fiind for VCR and new tapes. Bosun requested union patrolman visit vessel as soon as possible. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Steward delegate reported trouble acquiring stores. Crew reported need for new dryer and refrigerator. • -i STONEWELL JACKSON(Wateiman Steamship), July 11—Chairrrian Carl Lineberry, Secretary Victor Acevedo, Educational Director L.V. Hargesheimer, Engine Delegate M. Hill. Educational director encouraged members to attend Paul Hall Center. Treasurer reported $675 in movie fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew requested new mat­ tress for each bunk. Next port: New­ port News, Va. SUGAR ISLANDER (Pacific Gulf Marine), July 2—Chairman Michael Thornton, Deck Delegate Charles McPherson, Engine Delegate Hermus Patrick, Steward Delegate Roberto Escobar. Chairman reported carpets replaced and tiles in­ stalled in engine department, and shampoo and vacuum cleaner needed. He also reported smooth sailing and reminded members to utilize Piney Point facilities for upgrading. Secretary reported smooth cruise with good crew. He thanked crewmembers for keeping ship tidy. Educational director reminded mem­ bers upgrading is key to future. He also reminded crewmembers to turn in all movies before arriving in port. Treasurer reported $400 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Chairman gave vote of thanks to ABs and entire crew for as­ sembling and delivering clothes, toys, medicine, food and candy to children in orphanages in Klaipeda, Lithuania. Crew reported looking forward to doing same next trip. Crew gave vote of thanks to steward department. Next port: New Orleans. 'r OCTORER1993 SEAFARERS LOG DSNS WILKES (Bay Ship Manage­ OVERSEAS NEW YORK (Maritime Overseas), August 1— ment), July 26—Chairman Skip Chairman Sal Lagare, Secretary Yager, Secretary K. Dougherty, Tohe Dansley Jr., Educational Direc­ Educational Director CJ. Brown, tor C. Boudreaxux, Deck E)elegate Deck Delegate Tom Skuhina, En­ gine Delegate Mike Renter, Steward W. Sellers, Steward Delegate C. Gooch. Chairman announced con­ Delegate Don Mann. Chairman praised crew on appearance of vessel tract negotiations continue and new agreement should be reached in next and thanked everyone for working 60 days. Secretary urged members extra hard preparing for quality who have never upgraded to visit evaluation inspection. He also thanked steward department for great Piney Point and upgrade for higher ratings and enjoy school's beautiful chow. Treasurer reported $313 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT surroundings. Educational director reminded members upgrading means reposed. Crew asked contracts department to look into length of stay more pork chops on table and en­ couraged all eligible crewmembers to aboard vessel for crewmembers and upgrade. No beefs or disputed OT back safety bonuses not received. Crew reported soda machine not full. reported. Crew reported washing machine and dryer need repairs. Crew gave special thanks to Adeile Crew thanked galley gang for good George for her tour of cheerful and food. Crew requested new microwave good service as crew mess person. and suggested professional fumiga­ Crew reported Seafarers LOGs not tion once every 30 days. Crew being received in timely manner. reported all members happy and re­ Next port: Sasebo, Japan. quested new linens aboard vessel. AMERICAN KESTREL (Osprey Next port: Honolulu. Shipping), August 12—Chairman PFC JAMES ANDERSON John Higdon, Secretary X. Aquino, Educational Director Joe Overstreet, (Maersk Lines), August 7—Chair­ Deck Delegate Jerry Smith, Steward man T. Anderson, Secretary Hugh Wildermuth, Educational Director Delegate Brenda Cheatham. Chair­ L. Cockrane, Deck Delegate J. man asked contracts department to Hailstone, Steward Delegate E. Casprovide ship with detailed informa­ tain. Chairman reported outstanding tion regarding contract negotiations. SIU crew aboard vessel with all Educational director encouraged lands working together for better members to upgrade at Lundeberg ship. He also reported ship has best School. Deck delegate asked con­ galley gang in Diego Garcia with deli­ tracts department for clear descrip­ cious food. He complimented deck tion of watch procedures and department on hard work getting payment of overtime. Engine delegate reported disputed OT. vessel back in shape after Somalia. Steward delegate reported beef. Crew Educational director urged members reported excellent communication on to upgrade at Paul Hall Center. Treasurer reported $300 in ship's ship. Crew requested patrolman next "und. No beefs or disputed OT port. Steward delegate noted outdated reported. Next port: Diego Garcia. stores coming aboard ship. ITS PHILADELPHIA (Sheridan Transportation), August 1^—Chair­ man V.T. Nielsen, Secretary F. DiCarlo, Educational Director M. Rullan, Deck Delegate C. Brown, hgine Delegate Carlos Bonefont, Steward Delegate Jack Hart. Steward delegate gave vote of thanks to crew for keeping ship clean. Crew requested new TV. Next port: New York. LNG AQUARIUS (ETC), August 5—Chairman Carlos Pineda, Secretary F. Robertson, Educational Director W. Fay, Deck Delegate lobby Branham, Engine Delegate Wesley Wise. Chairman reported smooth sailing and commented on imiroved food since Chief Steward Robertson and Cook M. Buck signed on. Chairman announced Executive Vice President Joe Sacco and SlU Representative Sal Aquia in Japan; crew will have chance to discuss con­ tract with them while in port. Educa­ tional director urged members to upgrade at Paul Hall Center. 'reasurer reported $100 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT DSNS KANE(Bay Ship Manage­ reported. Chairman discussed safety ment), July 11—Chairman Joe and stressed all crewmembers should Jenkins, Secretary Jeff Smith, be careful on deck when chipping is Steward Delegate Maircelino Anleing done and grease is present. He dino. Chairman announced recreation also reminded crew to keep noise fund will be used for purchase of down and be careful in weight room. videotapes and refreshments for dock- Next port: Himeji, Japan. side crew party in Naples, Italy. Educational director discussed impor­ OMI SACRAMENTO (Ogden tance of upgrading at Lundeberg Marine), August 8—Chairman Ray School. Chief Steward Smith an­ Gorju, Secretary T. Davalie, Educa­ nounced he had just returned from tional Director Alton Hickman. baking course there and praised Chairman advised crewmembers con­ quality of instruction and facilities. tract issues being worked out by Treasurer reported $595.60 in ship's union and companies and reminded fund. Disputed OT reported by them current contract still valid. steward delegate. No beefs or dis­ Secretary thanked crew for being puted OT reported by deck or engine cooperative with galley gang and delegate. D^k delegate noted con­ commented on wonderful crew cern by deck department members aboard ship. Educational director regarding explosives in cargo aboard thanked crewmembers for job well ship and asked contracts department done and encouraged them to for detailed information concerning upgrade at Lundeberg School. He explosives. Chairman announced ship also discussed importance of upgrad­ selected to host annual "Project ing. No beefs or disputed OT Marco Polo" conducted by U.S. Navy reported. Chairman reported telex Oceanographic Office in coordination rom headquarters regarding exten­ with National Geographic Society. sion of contract post^. Educational He reported project designed to foster director discuss^ importance of con­ interest in oceanography and ocean tacting congressmen concerning Seasciences. The best and brightest high .^nd's announcement to re-flag. school science students and teachers Crew thanked steward department for are selected to participate in short job well done. Crew reported slow . cruises to give them hands-on ex­ mail service and Seafarers LOGs not perience in physical oceanography. lieing received. Next port: Baltimore. SEA-LAND ANCHORAGE (SeaLand Service), August 4—Chairqian Garry Walker, Secretary Scott Opsahl, Educational Director Marvin Wells, Deck Delegate Jusuf Djuned, Engine Delegate Al Hansen, Steward Delegate Frank Martin. Chairman announced payoff and contract exten­ sion. Secretary thanked crew for keep­ ing mess hall and pantry clean. Educational director stressed impor­ tance of upgrading at Piney Point and reported hazardous materials training will be mandatory. No beefs or dis­ puted OT reported. Crew gave spe­ cial thanks to Bosun Walker's wife, Letty Jo, for homemade cookies and jams. Chairman reminded crewmem­ bers to use only enough soap for washing clothes—otherwise it backs up in one of ship's showers. He reminded crew to keep volume down on new speaker system in lounge. Crew gave vote of thanks to galley gang. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. very tasty. Crew also thanked steward department for their part in making it an unforgettable barbecue Treasurer reported $55 in ship's emer gency fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Chairman reminded mem­ bers to check bulletin board for latest news concerning re-flagging issue with Sea-Land. Next port: Long Beach, Calif. SEA-LAND SHINING STAR (SeaLand Service), August 3—Chairman Joseph Colangelo, Secretary Miguel Pahon, Educational Director Thomas Friscu, Engine Delegate Gary Mitchell, Steward Delegate Allan Sim. Chairman reported con­ tract extension. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew gave special thanks to galley gang for doing excel­ lent job. SEA-LAND PACIFIC (Sea-Land Service), Auguist 2—Chairman Hayden GifTord, Secretary G. Bronson. Educational Director Steve Blgelow, Deck Delegate Tillman Churchman, Engine £)elegate Gor­ don Hilthruner, Steward Delegate Donald Spangler. Chairman reported 60-day contract extension and urged members to donate to SPAD and upgrade at Piney Point. Educational director reminded crew­ members not to throw plastic over side or in port. Treasurer reported $185 in ship's fund and $85 in movie fund. No bwfs or disputed OT reported. Crew reported Seafarers LOGs received. Crew requested new cabinet for movies in crew lounge. Crew gave vote of thanks to galley gang. Steward delegate reminded members to pick up ice that drops on floor from ice machine. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. SEA-LAND SPIRIT(Sea-Land Ser­ vice), August 1—Chairman Howard Glhbs, Secretary S. Apodaca, Educa­ tional Director C. Henley, Deck Delegate Romeo Lugtu, Engine Delegate Charles Medeiros, Steward Delegate Joe Tucker. Chairman an­ nounced ship's arrival in Oakland and Long Beach, Calif. Secretary urged members to upgrade skills at Lundeberg School. Educational direc­ tor stressed importance of SPAD donations. Treasurer reported $436 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Chairman posted two letters from headquarters. Crew gave vote of thanks to steward department for job well done. Next port: Honolulu. SEA-LAND PRODUCER (SeaLand Service), August 8—Chairman Jack Edwards, Secretary Donna Clemens, Educational Director Her­ man Manzer, Deck Delegate Raymond Vicari, Engine Delegate Leonard Vlles, Steward Delegate N. Ball. Chairman reported shortage of Seafarers LOGs for crewmembers. Crew gave vote of thanks to Captain Cocozza and Chief Engineer Robin­ son and his department for great pig roast. Crew reported Amold the pig SEA-LAND PACIFIC (Sea-Land Service), August 1—Chairman David Zurek, Secretary Stephen Bird, Educational Director Jason Etnoyer. Educational director reported upgrading forms for Lundeberg School are available. Treasurer reported $231 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew reported new mattresses and pillows needed. Crewmembers observed mo­ ment of silence in memory of departed brothers and sisters. The Seafarers LOG is interested in publishing a greater number of photos of SIU members' families at home or on vacation. Color as well as black-and-white photographs are acceptable. When sending photos to the LOG, be sure to identify the individuals from left to right. Also, indicate if the photo should be returned. Send photos and identifications to Seafarers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. •V': it-." �OCTOBER 1993 SEAFARBHSLOG 25 • DEEP SEA joined the union in 1987 in the port of San Francisco. Brother Hall sailed as a QMED. WILLIAM ALLEN Pensioner WHilliam Allen, 84, passed away February 16. He joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1949 in his native Seattle, before that union merged, vndi the Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters Di^ trict (AGUWD) of the SIU. He sailed as a chief steward. Brother Allen retired in Sqrtember 1976. GEORGE ALTSCHAFFL Pensioner George Altschaffl, 66, died August 26. Bom in Platsmouth, Neb., he joined the uriion in 1959 in the port of New York. Brother Altschaffl s^led in the steward departmerit. He upgraded at the Lundeberg School in 1978. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1945 to 1946. Brother Altschaffl began receiving his pension in September 1992. STEPHEN ARALES Pensioner Stephen Arales,90, passed away August 4. A native of the Philippines, he joined the Seafarers in 1949 in the port of Norfolk, Va. Brother Arales sailed in the steward department. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1921 to 1947. Brother Arales retired in November 1971. EDWARD BROOKS JR. Pensioner Ed­ ward Brooks Jr., 77, died Au^st 30. He joined the SIU in 1973 in his native New Orleans. Brother Brooks sailed in both the steward and engine departmeiits. He served in the U.S. Army from 1952 to 1956. Brother Brooks began receiving his pen­ sion in March 1991. EDWARD BURKE JR. Edward Burke Jr., 32, died August 11. Bora in Boston, he graduated from the Lun­ deberg School in 1978. Brother Burice sailed in the deck depart­ ment. He upgraded at Piney Point in 1980. FRANK CHAVERS Pensioner Frank Chavers, 68, passed away Aupst 20. A native of Mobile, Ala., he joined the Seafarers in 1947 in the port of Galveston, Texas. Brother Chavers sailed in the engine depart­ ment. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1942 to 1946. Brother Chavers retired in June 1983. FRANK HALL Frank Hall, 65, passed away July 30. A Pennsylvania native, he WOODROW CUNNINGHAM Pensioner Woodrow Cunningham, 68, died August 23. Bora in Rome, Ga., he joined the SIU in 1965 in the port of Tampa, Fla. Brother Cunningham sailed in the deck department. He served in the U.S. Army from 1943 tb 1950. Brother Cunningham shipped from Jacksonville, Fla. prior to retiring. JUSTING MOLINA Pensioner Justino Molina, 73, died August 18. Bora in Puer­ to Rico, he joined the Seafarers in the Philip­ pines in 1944. Brother Molina sailed in the steward department. He began receiving his pension in June 1979. MANUEL NOBLE Pensioner Manuel Noble, 84, passed away July 24. Bora in ^e Philip­ pines, he joined the SIU in 1947 in the port of Mew York. He sailed in the steward department. Brother Noble retired in June 1976. n DERRICK NORBERT Derrick Norbert,23, passed away August 3. A Louisiana na­ tive, he graduated from the Paul Hall Center in 1992. Brother Norbert sailed in the engine depart­ ment. NASON NUNN Pensioner Nason Nunn, 74, died June 26. Bora in Michigan, he joined the SIU in 1947 in the port of New York. Brother Nunn sailed in the engine department. He began receiving his pension in January 1981. receiving his pension in January 1984. to 1945. Brother Wilson began receiving his pension in May 1991. WALLACE PERRY Pensioner WaUace Perry, 60, died July 29. Bora in Washington, D.C., he joined the SIU in 1951 in the port of Philadelphia. Brother Perry com­ pleted the bosun recertification course at the Lundeberg School in 1974. He retired in February 1990. INLAND PAUL TURNER Pensioner Paul Turner, 66, died August 17. Bora in Ten­ nessee, he joined the Seafarers in 1947 in the port of Mobile, Ala. Brother Turner com- . pleted the bosun recertiilcation course at Piney Point in 1974. He served in the U.S. Navy fixrm 1944 to 1946. Late in his seafaring careo-. Brother Tumo- sailed primarily aboard Crowley RO/RO vessels. Following his retirement in January 1992, he volunteered time to assist at the counter in the Jacksonville, Fla hall. ELBERT WILSON Pensioner El­ bert Wilson, 67, passed away August 12. A native of Wallace, Ala. he joined the SIU in 1947 in the port of Mobile, Ala. Brother Wilson sailed in the steward department. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1943 LOUIS BROUSSARD Pensioner Louis Broussard, 86, died August 16. Bora in Louisiana, he joined the union in 1963 in the port of Port Arthur, Texas. Boatman Broussard sailed as an oiler. He retired in April 1975. EDWARD COVACEVICH Pensioner Edward Covacevich, 66, passed away August 16. He joined the SIU in 1957 in his native Bal­ timore. Boatman Covacevich sailed as a captain. He began receiving his pension in January 1988. JAMES HASSELL Pensioner James Hassell, 80, died August 28. A Columbia, N.C. na­ tive, he joined the Seafarers in 1961 in the port of Philadelphia. Boatman Hassel sailed in the deck department. He retired in Novem­ ber 1975. JOHNNY JEFFCOAT Johtmy Jeffcoat, 35, passed away July 30. A native of Red Level, Ala., he joined the union in 1988 in the port of Mobile, Ala. Boatmari Jeffcoat sailed in both the deck and oigine departments. He served in the U.S. Army from 1977 to 1979. LELAND LARRIMORE Pensioner Leland Larrimore, 71, died August 9. Bora in Tilgham Is­ land, Md., he joined the SIU in 1966 in Baltimore. Boatman Lar­ rimore sailed in the deck depart­ ment, most recently as a captain. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1942 to 1945. Boatman Larrimore retired in December 1985. THEOSOILEAU Theo Soileau, 69, passed away August 13. A Louisiana native, he joined the Seafarers in 1976 in the port of Port Arthur, Texas. Boat­ man Soileau sailed as a tankerman. jv". 3' : v' JAMES WALLACE Pensioner James Wal­ lace, 75, died August 1. He joined the SIU in 1968 in his native Baltimore. He upgraded frequently at the Lundeberg School. His last ves­ sel before retiring in April 1983 was the Papa Guy, on which he sailed as a captain. GREAT LAKES DONALD HORN Donald Horn, 46, passed away Novem­ ber 11, 1992. Bora in Michigan, he joined the union in 1970 in the port of Detroit. Brother Horn sailed in the steward department. ATLANTIC FISHERMEN MICHAEL MILITELLO Pensioner Michael Militello, 79, died August 22. He joined the Seafarers in 1941 in his native Gloucester, Mass. Brother Militello sailed in the deck department. He retired in April 1978. SAMUEL SCOLA Pensioner Samuel Scola, 65, passed away June 5. He joined the SIU in 1966 in his native Boston. Brother Scola sailed in the deck department. He served in the U.S. Army from 1946 to 1948. He began receiving his pension in November 1974. ,. ^ ' k- • Good Eatin' Any Time, Any Place I'- • : • h' •. • 'y fc-;, •f • Members of the steward department aboard the Sea-Land Value prepare another fine meal. They are Chief Steward Abdul Hassan (left) and Chief Cook Francisco Tirado. Chief Cook Audrey Brown ^ets the grill going aboard the Sgt. Matej Kocak for a Labor Day bartrecue. ESPERPERDI Pensioner Esper Perdi, 69, passed away August 21. A native of Estonia, he joined the Seafarers in 1966 in the port of New Orleans. Brother Perdi began receiving his pension in May 1988. ISIDORO SALVADOR Pensioner Isidoro Salvador, 84, passed away August 4. A native of the Philippines, he joined the union in 1962 in the port of Seattle. Brother Salvador sailed in the steward department. He began A holiday meal marks the special day for C.S. Global Link crewmembers who otherwise are engaged in the daily duties ofr operating operatinc the vessel. The holiday ef­ fort is put forward by steward department mem­ bers (back row, from left) Steward Assistant William Brown, Chief Cook Cheryl Neff, Steward Assistant Eric Jeffers, Chief Steward Ronald Malozi, (front row) Cook/Baker George Sasaki and BR Ben Mathews. y. : 1- Jji / '.-,1 ' • .-v' ••• i �• ....; ^jnKi I'• J-»'l.*'*-r>n.'Vi^ • OCTOBER 1993 SEAFMERSLOG a'- ^••, • • • \ Lundeberg School Graduating Classes '.V y''\-^pyM/' Trainee Lifeboat Class 514—Graduating from trainee lifeboat class 514 are (from left, kneeling) Kenneth Creque Jr., Edward Grey, Julio Buchanan, James Crisler, James Tran, Leo Flynn, Selley Washington, Fhab Ghelth, (second row) Richard Taylor, Aaron Braaten, Lorenzo Sereno, Robert Clemens, Nawa Williams, Samuel Ramos Jr., Anthony Lozopone, Jim Brown (Instructor), William Todd Stringer, Sean Jones, Alex Lottig, Anestacio Sereno Jn and Kurt Bruer. Celestial Navigation—Upgrading ^vig, ._ _ SlU members completing , the celestial navigation course are (from left) Jake KaraczynskI (Instructor), Edward Dwyer, Tom Culpepper, Jeffrey Sousa, Drexel Hanna and Reglna Ewlng. - i • Able Bodied Seaman—Certificates of completion were received by the August 24 class of f i «row..=.teo^ «f fho I..K. OO upgraders. They are (from left, kneeling) Tom Gllllard (Instructor), Kenneth Geter, Michael Flores, Angel pL^fl,.f r^oS Reyes, Anthony Zellars, Agulllo Llorente, (second row) Henry Jones, Santiago Cadiz, Tyrone Garcia, vnnnn ni^* ^'^®"®"^' ®'®"® Dale KIrsch Jr., George Dariey, Kevin Young, (third row) Jack Green, Michael Hill, Basslrou NIang, John Gotlschlich, Jeffrey Willis and Beckett Young III. Barnard III, Michael Struve and James Duffy. Oil Spill—Completing the oil spill emergency contal^ent and cleanup course on August 5 are (from left, sealed) Beckett Young III Charlotte Wlnstead, Pfm^^ing. Dor^y Ca^^^^ F^k Sealift—Graduating from the July 30 seallft class are (from left) Messick, Jeffrey Willis, (serond row) Gre^ry Melyjn, WalteVr^lman, WHie Marsh, ""^hanl ^^James Heiiewege (Instructor), Glenn Baker Jr., Shannon Teem, CharBrown, Michael Marlykan, Glenn Baker Jr., Dan Van Sciver, (third row) Ben Pierciey, David Bowles, Rick winstead, Walter Taulman and Allen Shaw. Bowman, Isalac Watts, Walter Seals, Shannon Teem and Casey Taylor (instmctor) v;;: • • Manne Electrical Maintenance— The August 10 graduates of the marine Third Mate—^Working their way up the deck department ratings are (from left, first electrical maintenance course are (from left, standing) Miguel Rivera, Robert Kerbo, Jorge row) John Gilliam, David Clements, John Brown, Ron Raykowski (Instructor), (second Bonelil, John Brooks, (seated) Duane Toistensen, (second row) Brian Sengelaub, Green row) Nii«)laus Itey^l, Charles SpradNn, Cecil Winstead, Stejshen Barry and Peter Dudley. Hoskins and Eric Malzkuhn (Instructor). : •/ �•, . •• .• . SBmUXKLOG OCWBER1993 LUHDEBERG SCHOOL 1993 UP6RADIHG COURSE SCHBHILE ^ Able Seaman Coiirse ._ Assistant Cook, Cook an^flpl^ Chief office for starting dates) AUoi office for startbig dato) Chief Ste^^ Novembers Radar Observer - Unlimited Novinnberi^^^^^ Celestial Navigbtbtii November 22 CbwitJiil Date cmtrs» Att students must take the Oil SpiU Prevention and Containment class. SblpbandUng ^. - • November 19 Marine Electronics Techiddhm II Hydraulics December 17 Diesd Enghie Tecbnplpgy Course Welding I ' Conqmbin Date Clujckrlii Date *s'' —, '• 'A' Lifeboatman October 11 November S • Decembers October 22 November 19 December 17 Basic/Advanced Fire Fighting November 2 Novcmberl2 Sealift Operations & Mwnlenance October 25 > Course !^un Recertifieation Cbeck-In Date Completion Date______ October 4 November S .Date of Birth (Ust) (Middle) (Firat) Ad(bess (Street) December IT 5qpteiid>erl3 Octobers November 22 Decaidierl7 October 25 November 19 | • Completion Date Course Cbeck-In Date School Equivalency (GED) Adult Education (ABE) Ei^sbasaSecondLangm^e(ESL) All open-e^rf , «i„rrtno (contact admissions office for startmg dates) November 19 As soon as the 1994 schedule of courses for the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of S^anslu^s finalized, it will be published m the Seafarers L^. Until that time, members may contact the adnussions office at the school at (301) 994-001() concemmg My questions or concerns they may have regardmg upgrading classes during the coming year. UP&tADIHO APPLHMTION Name. •. December 17 1992' November 8 , l^oy^iiberS The fbllbwing courses are available through the Sea^ Har^Xundeberg sgchool. Please contact the admissions office for enrq^paent mfMiha^ Oil Spill Preventioii and HCcntaibiDa^ ' •' • Con^pletion Date Alt sMienanmstukelheOa SpiU Prevenlion and Qmminnient class. pnmpinom Maint & Operations . r.Xi •" • -Si • .SfSXS. SV -f" December 17 Novembers CompletiQn Dale Check-In Date Comjj^eli^ Date Check-In Date Cdiffli! StMunf DMnHi&V CBHRM WSmiM-: is the current course schedule for classes beginning between S^hiber and the end of the year at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of SAanship located at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md. All programs are geared to improve job skills of Seafarers md to promote the American maritime industry. , The course schedule may change to reflect the needs of the memberaUpi fhe maritime industry and—in tinaes of confUct—the nation's security. Z7 Mooth/Dey/Year _ Telephone _L time to e^h^Mng'Jhefirs,^^^^ and seniority, your clinic card and die firm, and sLn^in.,, ZJm^^^^'^sly^haceu^andconi^e,^ TheAdnnsrions OfficemU.NOTschedaley^aUofd,e^^eare,eceni DISCHARGE IIELD SHIPPED VESSEL . 6- LakeaMemberP Inland Wa«.s MemberP '•'"f • >• - ---r 1 X"?' •, v.1.' Deep Sea M^mberP '' I U-y-r-'-.-'A ,• , . .if. PamfioU ,f,HefoUo.in, infomoHcn is no. filled on, con.p,e,e,y, your appUcadon rriU no, * , jSocial Secunty # Book#, Seniority U.S. Citizen: DVes I am interested in the foUowi^ coiinie(s)checkedbeloworindicated here if not listed Department • No Home Port. Endorsement(s) or License(s) now held — • Yes Are you a graduate of the SHLSS trainee program? If yes, which program: from 1 cr ClNo to. U. jrv#a9 Last grade of Lritsi giaut wa school completed a a, J CUT QQ I Have you attended any SHLSS upgrading courses. If yes, course(s) taken — Have you taken any SHLSS Sealift Operations courses. • Ves DNO r-i QNO weeks have If yes, how many yecKs nave you jrkaa. completed?^ — Doyouhold.heU.S.CoastGuardUfeboa^anEndor»™n^^^ • Ves DNO Firefighting; • Yes GNO DECK AB/Sealift 1st Class Pilot Third Mate Radar ObserverUnlimited Master InspectedTowing Vessel • Towboat Operator Inland • Celestial Navigation • SimulatorCourse • • D • • ENGINE • Mamtenance • Pumproom Maintenance & Operation • Refrigeration Systems Maintenance & Operation • Diesel Engine Technology • Assistant Engineer/Chief Engineer Motor Vessel • Original 3id Engineer Steam or Motor • Re&igeratedContainers Advanced Maintenance • Electro-Hydraulic Systems D Automation D Hydraulics • Marine Electronics Technician D • • • Q STEWARD Assistant Cook Utility CotdcandBaker <3iiefCook Chief Steward Towboat Inland Cook • FOWT • QMED—Any Rating • Variable Speed DC Drive Systems (Marine Electronics) t.ti«.winirep--ta.ca;^wlth^^^J^^ Tri ALL DEPARTMENTS • Weldinc • lifeboatman (must be taken with another course) • Oil Si^Prevention & Containment • Basic/Advanced • Fire Fighting • Sealift ADULT EDUCATION DEPARTMENT • Adult Basic Education (ABE) • High School Equivalency Program (GED) • Developmental Studies(DVS) • English as a Second Language (ESL) • ABE/ESL Lifeboat Preparation (XttUECT PROGRAM • Associate in Arts Degree i, !-/ui-ri p: •IotlgiBal receiptsI Date available for training Primary language spoken ' •.•i. ippXPX-^'X;'; 'X^' , • • • • . -v : • I 'I .7 �f < SKAFAKKKX Seafarers ratify standard agreement and vote to accept new contracts witfi ETC, Great Lakes and Orgulf. For additional information, seepages 5,13,14and 15. October 1993 Volume 55, Number 10 Umdeberg SiHiotri IkHMiaes to nabi Seafaras In Hazardous Material OpwaOuK andMamflfira The Paul Hall Center for both basic and job-specific train­ industiy's needs and stay ahead o Maritime Training and Education ing for every hazmat employee new requirementseven before they continues to upgrade its hazarct- Therefore, instructors at the Pau are announced. The school began ous materials (hazmat) program Hall Center work with SlU-con- offering hazmat training in 1989, to meet and exceed new require­ tracted companies to meet their shortly after the Exxon Valdez spil ments recently set forth by the specific training needs. For ex­ but before the government requirec Department of Transportation ample, someone who operates a such training through theOil Pollu­ (DOT). forklift used to transport hazmai tion Act of 1990. The new DOT rule, which ap­ will need different job-specific Individual companies may or pears in docket HM-126F of the training than one who only loads may not require (and provide) Code of Federal Regulations Title and unloads hazmat. However, new job-specific training for 49, Part 172, Subpart H, amends the basic training for both members who already have com­ existing hazmat requirements and workers would be the same. pleted hazmat courses. Seafarers is intended to promote more Initial training, which lasts should be aware that any such thorough training of individuals eight or 16 hours depending the information will come via the involved in transporting hazard­ specific job of the employee, companies since, according the ous materials. HM 126-F gives must be completed by October 1 DOT, they must determine their individual companies the right to for anyone employed on or before training needs and trainers certify training, although such July 2, 1993. If employed after qualifications. training must comply with the that date, training must be com­ According to the DOT, rule, which says: "Hazmat pleted within 90 days of first date Relevant training received from employers must provide training of employment. previous employer or source to ensure each hazmat employee Seafarers who have taken a maybe used tosatisfy the require­ ... is able to recognize and iden­ hazmat course at the Paul Hall ments, provided a current record tify hazardous materials . . . and Center already are considered of training is obtained from a hazhas knowledge of emergency certified for the basic training mat employee's previous response information, self- portion of the new rule. This is employer." protection measures and accident another example of how the Additionally, employees must prevention methods and proce­ Seafarers Harry Lundeberg recertify at least once every two Seafarer demonstrates proper use of breathing gear during hazmat dures." School of Seamanship at the Paul years. The training records must raining at the Lundeberg School. In essence, the rule requires ^all Center continues to meet the contain the employee's name, completion date of most recent The longer course instructs a number of specialized hazmat training, course materials (copy, students on how to coordinate and courses for SlU-contracted com­ description or location), name and run a hazmat containment and panies. The courses meet all legal address of the hazmat trainer, and cleanup. requirements and also are certification that the employee has Among the other available designed with special considera­ been trained and tested. courses is the 40-hour Hazardous tion for the unique settings and The regulation applies to each Waste Operations and Emergen­ circumstances of each company's domestic and foreign vessel when cy Response (Hazwoper), which employees. carrying hazmat in a U.S. port or eatures intensive hands-on train­ An example of a specially in navigable waters of the United ing as well as written exams. designed course is the recent 8States. Topics include legal overviews of hour introductory class which Thorough Training Dccupational Health and Safety was provided for Express Marine Administration standards and employees. The Lundeberg School al­ Coast Guard regulations; basic Other hazmat courses taught at ready has a comprehensive haz­ chemistry of hazardous materials; the school—all of which meet or mat curriculum, with courses ranging from an 8-hour Health use and care of different safety exceed Coast Guard and Occupa­ and Safety/"First Responder" to and breathing equipment; emer­ tional Safety and Health Ad­ the 48-hour "Incident Com­ gency first aid; sampling techni­ ministration Standards—include ques; emergency response plans; 40-hour Oil Spill Emergency mander." The 8-hour course primarily decontamination; and many other Containment and Cleanup; 24The SlU offers a number of hazmat courses at the Paul Hall Center covers identification of hazard­ subjects. hour Health and Safety for Haz­ for Maritime Training and Education. Pictured here are students taking ous materials, use of protective During the last several years, ardous Waste Operations and the oil spill and containment course. gear and procedures for contacting instructors such as Jim Shaffer Emergency Response; and 16emergency response personnel. and Casey Taylor have conducted hour Benzene Safety. Help Locate This Missing Child The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children has asked the Seafarers International Union to assist them in locating Christina Michelle Suttle. Christina Michelie Suttle I J Missing since February 28, 1993, the 15-year-old ran away from home in Batavia, Ohio. She may be in the company of her boyfriend and is con­ sidered an endangered runaway. The brown-haired, blueeyed girl is 5 feet 6 inches tall and weighs 120 pounds. She has a pockmark on her right cheek. Anyone having information on the whereabouts of Chris­ tina Michelle Suttle should contact the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children at (800) 843-5678 or the Miss­ ing Persons Unit of the Cler­ mont (Ohio) County SherifFs Office at (513) 732-2231. f Lundeberg School instructor Casey Taylor conducts a specialized hazmat course recently for employees of Express Marine. J.:/-/' •// / ••• /. � 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 1990-1999 Description An account of the resource Volumes LII-LXI 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. 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 October 1993 Description An account of the resource HEADLINES MARITIME STUDY COMMISSION BACKED BY CONGRESSIONAL SUBCOMMITTEE GORE REPORT CALLS FOR MARINE REVIEW OIL SPILL SHIP CREW VOTE FOR SEAFARERS FOREIGN SHIPPING INTERESTS UNMASKED PRO U.S.-FLAG GROUP TO FIGHT ATTACKS ON AMERICAN SHIP TRADES SIU CALLS ON CONGRESS TO CLOSE INLAND SAFETY LOOPHOLES HERBERGER SWORN IN AS MARITIME HEAD SEAFARERS RATIFY NEW THREE-YEAR CONTRACT FOR LNG VESSELS ORGULF BOATMENT ENDORSE PACT FOR WORK ALONG MISSISSIPPI RIVER TRADE COUNCILL CONTINUES EFFORTS TO ORGANIZE AVONDALE SHIPYARD AFL-CIO INTENSIFIES BATTLE TO NIX TRADE DEAL CLINTON INTRODUCES NATIONAL HEALTH CARE REFORM PLAN FORMER VP LINDSEY WILLIAMS DIES OF HEART DISEASE AT 79 COAST GUARD ISSUES NEW DRUG TEST RULES ‘SELF-UNLOADER’ STILL NEEDS SEAFARERS’ SKILLS ON SAM LAUD BUNKER WORK PICKS UP FOR CROWLEY SEAFARERS FOREIGN SHIPPING INTERESTS UNMASKED SEAFARERS BEGIN OPERATIONS ON TWIN-HULLED SURVEY VESSEL USNS BARTLETT TURNED OVER TO MOROCCAN NAVY MEMBERSHIP RATIFIES STANDARD AGREEMENT STEEL SHIPS AND IRON MEN: PART V RETIRED MEMBER SALVO REMAINS ACTIVE NAFTA’S DANGERS RAISED BY UNIONS CLINTON OFFERS PLAN TO CONGRESS; AFL-CIO BACKS BASICS OF PROPOSAL LUNDEBERG SCHOOL CONTINUES TO TRAIN SEAFARERS IN HAZARDOUS MATERIAL OPERATIONS AND HANDLING 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 10/01/1993 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. 55, No. 10 1993 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/1d7486cb88f463857e3bf8a001077b75.PDF 752bd9b12bfbf19cb16c20d5511706f5 PDF Text Text C-iv:-i •-.*- .'t ;•, • -t-'fc'.'iiiif, J-•4ai>::'i-:i:i'- -'•- -'V/ 8 • OFFICIAL ORGAN OF THE SEAFARERS INTiRNATIONAL UNION • ATLANTIC GULF, UKES AND INUND WATERS DlSTRia • AFKIO Volume 56, Number 10 . •> v- October 1994 Farm Clique Blocks 3rcot/i>r> US Ship Biii Debate Opponents Itse Rare Gimmick To Provont Sonato Action •-« -H^CJ i/) rn .-ir* a -H t/> ^3> Xi-i H—« HO ;rnu>'-«;o •-« -iDD 71H-T> I t-* > CO Pena Vows to Continue Fight Sec'y of Transportation Pena n • Secretary said the administration would continue its push and urged the audience of shipping com­ pany representatives, maritime union officios, congressional staff members, admiralty lawyers and other industry professionals, to keep driving for the bill. He promised to do his part and called on all supporters of a strong U.S. shipping capability to "redouble" their efforts to secure the legislation. Npting that the^ bill before the Senate (which had passed the House in early August by a vote of 294-122) was the result of cooperative work Continued on page 3 O T) i-( I /» Page 3 On the heels of a maneuver by farm-state senators to block a vote in the Senate on a bill promoting U.S. shipping, Secretary of Transpor­ tation Federico Pena pledged to persevere until the legislation was enacted. "We will fight to bring the Maritime Security and Trade Act to a vote this year until the last gavel falls," he said to a September 28 meeting of the Propeller Club in Washington, D.C. He said the administration "led by Bill Clinton himself has worked hard and fought hard to revitalize American maritime industries, from shipbuilding to shipping. The Transportation :r.: Lnz: 3"^ os: ry> Q"^ Tl's> o 3 O. • • •••'i 21 '"^t V,' • y'B'' •Ji" Ji: •% ^'0 • M •. vfc? - . Si •1: �: - 2 SEAFARERS LOG President's Report It's Time for Change OCTORER1994 House Enacts Package Of Maritime Measuns By Vote of 402-13, Reps. Adopt Inland Safety, A very significant step was taken last month by the House Mer­ chant Marine and Fisheries Committee when it enacted a comprehen­ sive safety program for marine transport on the nation's rivers and coasts. A day after the com­ mittee acted on the bill, the Towing Vessel Navigational Safety Act was accepted by the full House where it was attached to a bill which provides Coast Guard funding for the next two Included in one piece of legis­ the Towing Vessel Navigational ways and for those who live and years. This month, it will be up to the Senate to lation passed by the House of Safety Act of 1994, had been work along their shores," he said pass similar legislation. It would demonstrate good judgment on the part Representatives on September 22 reported out of committee the day in summary. House Merchant Marine and were a number of measures that before, September 21 (see article of the Senate to go on record supporting safer in­ Fisheries Committee Ranking had been sought by American below). land waterways. A rash of accidents involving tug­ Minority Member Jack Fields (Rmaritime interests. The comprehensive provision Michael Sacco boats has put the public spotlight on the deficiencies Texas) cited the spate of inland H.R. 4422, the Coast Guard requires towing vessels to have a — of domestic waterbome transportation. accidents that had been reported Authorization Act of 1994, radar system, an electronic posi­ Until the Mauvilla rammed a i-ailroad bridge on September 22, 1993, causing Amtrak's Sunset Limited to plunge into a river, leaving authorizes $3.2 billion for the tion-fixing device, a sonic depth in the press in the last two years. 47 passengers dead, the public was unaware that some 5,000 towing agency's expenditures over the finder, a compass or swing meter, "The increased safety require­ vessels operating on American waters do not have to use radar, carry a next two years. When the bill adequate towing wire and as­ ments contained in this act will compass or even have charts aboard that provide valuable details on came up on the floor, the leader­ sociated equipment and up-to- not only protect innocent in­ waterway conditions. dividuals, but will also help keep ship of the House Merchant date navigational charts. A Coast Guard study on towing vessel manning, conducted in the Marine and Fisheries Committee, It also establishes a licensing our nation's ports free of obstruc­ wake of the Mauvilla tragedy and recently submitt^ to Congress, in­ which has jurisdiction over Coast program for towing vessel tions and open to conunerce," he dicates that human error is the main cause of accidents involving Guard and maritime matters, operators and pilots and requires noted. those kind of boats. The SIU also has studied Coast Guard data on added as amendments several all unlicensed towboat personnel marine casualties. The union's analysis of the Coast Guard data comes measures that had formerly been to hold merchant marine docu­ Regulatory Reform to the same conclusion. From the late 1970s to the early 1990s, the Title VII of the bill (formerly before Congress as independent ments. Protection for boatmen Coast Guard's casualty statistics indicate that on towing vessels, H.R. 4959) essentially provides who publicly cite safety hazards bills, including the Towing Ves­ human factors are the primary reason for 58 percent of all accidents. for measures that will make the is incorporated in the legislation. sel Navigational Safety Act. (It should be noted that among the things the Coast Guard calls Coast Guard regulations that for violators of inland As passed by the House, H.R. Penalties "human factors" are the following categories—bypassing of available govern ships built in U.S. yards safety laws and regulations have 4422: safety devices, inattention to duty, intoxication by either alcohol or and U.S.-flag ships similar to in­ been increased under the bill. Ad­ • strengthens safety proce­ drugs, taking calculated risks, lack of training, lack of experience, ternational standards. ditionally, Title VI proposes that dures in the inland marine sector carelessness, making an error in judgment, operator error, fatigue,' This legislation has long been • streamlines U.S. Coast within a year the Coast Guard stress, physical or mental impairment, inadequate supervision, failing Guard requirements for U.S.-flag develop a model vessel inspec­ called for by U.S.-flag ship to comply with rules and regulations.) The union also found in its study of the Coast Guard casualty data vessels and makes the agency's tion program to submit to Con­ operators who view it as a prereq­ uisite to being competitive in the regulations more compatible with gress for their approval. that on deep sea vessels and Great Lakes ships, the number of acci­ dents primarily caused by human factors stood at 31 percent and 36 In moving the amendment, world shipping and shipbuilding international standards percent, respectively. These statistics are striking in their difference • institutes policies that will Gerry E. Studds (D-Mass.), who industries. fixrm the number of accidents primarily caused by human factors on Legislators, in crafting the bill, encourage development of an chairs the House Merchant towing vessels. American-flag cmise ship fleet Marine and Fisheries Committee, had attempted to address the con­ The towing safety bill includes many steps to see to it that the • ends foreign domination of noted the appropriateness of pas­ cerns of ship operators while human beings involved in the operation of an inland vessel are proper­ the cruise-to-nowhere industry sage of an inland safety bill. balancing safety needs. ly qualified for the job. For Seafarers who earn their living working The bill allows U.S. ship "This issue comes before the • increases recreational boat­ aboard towing vessels, this is welcome news. Nothing is as important ing safety House on the one-year anniver­ operators to voluntarily comply as ensuring that the safety of fellow crewmembers is safeguarded. • requires that Coast Guard sary of the tragic Amtrak accident with the International Safety The inland safety bill contains provisions that are directed at in­ vessels be repaired in American in Mobile, Ala. That accident, Management (ISM) Code of creasing the proficiency standards of the men and women who work shipyards and which resulted in the deaths of 47 Chapter IX Of the Annex to the on towing vessels. First, the bill requires that the Coast Guard estab­ • provides veterans benefits to citizens, was caused by the col­ International Convention for the lish licensing requirements for masters and mates in the towing in­ dustry. To earn a masters license, individuals will have to demonstrate WWII merchant mariners who lision of an uninspected, ill- Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS), liave not been eligible for benefits equipped, and poorly operated 1974. It also authorizes the Coast an ability to operate a towing vessel and to use a radar system, towing vessel with a railroad Guard to accept ship inspection up to now. electronic position-fixing devices, depth finders, navigational charts bridge," said Studds. reports issued from organizations and other equipment. Towing Safety "The adoption of these new deemed qualified to do so by the Second, for those crewmembers who are not licensed as masters Title VI of H.R. 4422, requirements will ensure greater and mates, the bill mandates that they hold Coast Guard merchant Continued on page 6 originally known as H.R. 3282, safety for the users of our water­ mariner documents. To obtain a merchant mariner document, an in­ dividual must take an oath to adhere to all applicable laws, show evidence of a drag-fiee urinalysis test, be subject to a check of the National Driver Register for information on alcohol use, submit to a criminal record check with the FBI and show evidence ofU.S. citizenship or, if not a U.S. citizen, show proof of lawful entry and permanent residence in the United States. The document is valid for five years, after which it must be renewed. It can be revoked or suspended by the Coast Guard. A legislator's last-minute at­ The bill also requires that forwarded to the full House. The The document basically weeds out people in the industry who are a tempt to strike a proposed re­ marine casualties be reported as next day, the House adopted H.R. danger to their fellow crewmembers and the safety of a vessel. From the union's standpoint of protecting the guys on a ship or boat, a docu­ quirement that unlicensed quickly as possible and no later 3282 as an amendment to the ment is an important safety measure. All hands are served by the mer­ matmen be issued merchant than five days from the occur­ Coast Guard Authorization Act of mariner documents by the U.S. rence and prohibits discrimina­ 1994 (H.R. 4422). That bill was chant mariner document reuirement. oast Guard from an inland tion against boatmen who report enacted by a vote of 402 to 13. Having reliable, qualified personnel handling a towing vessel not only safety bill was defeated by a 30 to safety violations or refuse to vio­ is a benefit to those who work on marine equipment. It benefits vessel Spurred by Disaster 5 vote of the House Merchant late safety statutes. The top penal­ operators as well, who are assured that equipment woth of hundreds of Vlarine and Fisheries Committee. ty for violations of the law has Action on the bill took place thousands of dollars is being operated by qualified individuals. The vote, which took place on been changed from $1,000 to exactly one year after 47 people All of the statistics and other data may at times seem complex, but they add up to a very convincing, common-sense conclusion: It is time September 21, nulliUed an $25,000 by the legislation. were killed in an Amtrak train for the towing industry to advance its requirements for vessel personnel. amendment offered by Repre­ derailment near Mobile, Ala.— Studds Substitute Those of us who work on boats and ships know that when 58 percent of sentative W.J. "Billy" Tauzin (Dan accident directly resulting the accidents are being caused by human error, it is time for change. a.) to the Towing Vessel The bill debated by the House from the tug Mauvilla and its We urge the Senate to immediately pass legislation similar to what Navigational Safety Act, known Merchant Marine and Fisheries barge striking a railroad bridge was last adopted by the House and not to wait for another body count as H.R. 3282, that would have Committee was a substitute for and knocking it out of alignment. before passing a bill that already is overdue. exempted deckhands of towing the original H.R. 3282 introduced That particular incident vessels from the merchant by Representative Tauzin. The sparked the inland safety legisla­ mariner document requirement substitute, proposed by Commit­ tion. Giving further impetus to the October 1994 Volume 56. Number 10 outlined in the bill. tee Chairman Gerry E. Studds, bill was a report issued after the In addition to the provision added the sections on protecting accident by the National that boatmen hold merchant mariners who refuse to violate Transportation Safety Board mariner documents (known as z- safety laws, strengthening the (NTSB)—an independent federal The Seafarers LOG (ISSN 0160-2047) is published cards), the legislation calls for manning and licensing require­ agency charged with investigat­ monthly by the Seafarers International Union; Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District; AFL-CIO; 5201 navigational safety equipment to ments, increasing civil penalties, ing accidents on America's be used on inland tugsand tows developing a model vessel com­ waterways, pipelines, highways, Auth Way; Camp Springs, MD 20746. Telephone (301) including radar, electronic posi­ pany inspection plan and mandat­ railroads and airlines—that con­ 899-0675. Second-class postage paid at MSG Prince Geor­ tion-fixing devices, depth finders, ing that crewmembers on towing cluded the crew of tht Mauvilla ges, MD 20790-9998 and at additional mailing offices. compasses or swing meters and vessels and offshore supply boats lacked proper training and the tug POSTMASTER: Send ad^ss changes to the Seafarers up-to-date charts. It directs the hold z-cards. carried no navigational equip­ LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746, The legislation, complete with ment, factors which contributed !oast Guard to overhaul manning Managing Editor, Daniel Duncan; Associate Editors, Jor­ and licensing requirements and the merchant mariner document to the accident. dan Biscardo and Corrina Christensen; Associate evelop a model vessel company requirement, was adopted by the Even as the NTSB was conEditor/Production, Deborah A. Hirtes; Art, Bill Brower; inspection program to submit to House Merchant Marine and Continued on page II Administrative Support, Jeanne Textor. Fisheries Conunittee and it was Congress within a year. Regulatory Reform, Aid to U.S. Cruise Sector Panel Backs Documents for Boatmen Inland Safety Bill Passed, Sent to House Floor ;" s.5j> •v:>:,/ 'r;- -y:• �0enBER1994 SEAFAREKLOS 3 Fam Clique Blocks Debate On Ship Bill Undemocratic Tack Stuns Senate A rarely invoked parliamen­ on the Senate floor, it is likely that tary rule was implemented by a the farm state senators will again group of three farm state senators attempt to subvert debate by to prevent the maritime program using parliamentary trickery. enacted by the House from being Supporters of the legislation, debated on the Senate floor. which passed the House by a vote Using a bizarre technicality in of 294 to 122 on August 2, will the Senate rules. Senator Larry have to muster at least 60 votes in Pressler (R-S.D.) refused to allow order to halt a filibuster by opAPbyTcxldSumtln the Senate Commerce, Science I^nents of the measure. (At press Viewed from across the Cape Fear River in North Carolina, the SlU-crewed Cape Inscription, one of the and Transportation Committee in time, it was estimated that there nation's Ready Reserve Force ships, prepares to take on military cargo destined for Haiti. its September 23 mark-up session were more than 60 supporters of to vote on the bill which would thebiU.) allocate, over the course of 10 'Why Not Vote No?' years, $1 billion raised through a tonnage duty to ensure a U.S.-flag Pressler, whose action was liner capability in foreign com­ mirrored on the floor of the merce and provide aid to Senate by Senators Charles E. American shipyards. Pressler's Grassley (R-Iowa) and Hank tactic even barred the committee Brown (R-Colo.), cited Senate Last month, the Department of from discussing the measure, Rule 26 which prohibits commit­ Defense activated 14 of the which had the support of the tee meetings when the Senate is Maritime Administration's majority of the senators on the in session unless all legislators on Ready Reserve Force (RRF) ves­ panel. the committee agree die meeting sels to support United States can take place. military operations in Haiti. Fight Continues Senator Ernest F. HoUings (DOn September 8, Seafarers Commenting on Pressler's S.C.), who chairs the Commerce received word that 12 vessels stalling gambit, SIU President sought to hold the Committee, were to be crewed. Two more Michael Sacco said, "We're dis­ meeting despite Pressler's ships from the RRF fleet, which appointed in this development maneuver. But HoUings received stay in layup or reduced operating and obviously share the feelings word from the Senate parliamen­ status until activated in times of of the many members of the tarian that only if there was unan­ national emergency, were called Senate who want to see this mat­ imous consent could the meeting up on September 12. Of those, ter debated and put to vote. be held. Pressler refused to lift his SlU-contracted operators were "And, clearly, we are going to objection to the maritime bill assigned eight ships. Those eight continue to fight for the ultimate being discussed by the commit­ were fully crewed by the SIU and passage of a bill that will con­ tee, although he did agree that then activated on September 16. tribute positively to the industry's other non maritime-related items Seafarers crewed the barge health and the nation's interest," scheduled for mark-up could be carrier Cape Mohican, the discussed. Sacco added. auxiliary crane ship Comhusker As only a few weeks remain Both Republican and State and the roll-on/roll-off ships before the Senate session ends in Democratic senators expressed Cape Lobes, Cape Taylor, Cape mid October, the obstructionist frustration at Pressler's move to Texas, Cape Island, Cape In­ ploy by Pressler leaves pro- stifle debate. "Why don't you just trepid and Cape Inscription. maritime legislators with no time vote no?" asked Senator Jay for Commerce Committee action. Rockefeller (D-W.Va.) of Supplying the Troops Those senators now are looking Pressler. Senator Rockefeller said The vessels have supplied to launch an invasion against the power and a group of U.S. for other avenues to bring the many senators had worked "feroU.S. armed forces in their Haitian military forces which in diplomats led by former President legislation to the floor. ciously" to come up with a peacekeeping role in the im­ 1991 overthrew Aristide in a Jimmy Carter. (The other Haitian, Should the maritime bill, Continued on page 8 Lt. Col Michel Francois, repor­ known as H.R. 4003, be debated poverished island nation, where a violent coup. "Anytime anybody is taking tedly is in hiding.) transfer of power from Haitian With the nature of the mission military dictators to democrati­ lives, it's not right. And the way cally elected president Jean- [the Haitian junta] is treating altered but the goal remaining the Bertrand Aristide is scheduled to people is not right," said Bosun same, the RRF ships delivered a Andrew Mack on September 16 wide array of cargo for use by take place by October 15. as he helped prepare the Cape U.S. forces, ranging from ar­ Continued from page I At press time, a spokesperson with anger and dismay about or the Maritime Administration Mohican to sail from Norfolk, mored vehicles to high-tech com­ Washington. It betrays their faith MarAd), which maintains the Va. to Haiti. "There is a job to be munications gear. by jy ie legislators, the administration. and undermines confidence in MarAd reported that all 14 ihip operators and maritime government," he said. RRF ships, said that five of the 14 done, restoring democracy, and vessels were being returned to I'm glad to be in the niidst of it." RRF ships were delivered ahead unions, Peria said the bUl ofiered Pefia noted that the successful llie invasion (though not the of their prescribed activation real reform. "This biU will replace reduced operating status at the U.S. sealift operations which a complex, outmoded system of end of September. Among the entire U.S. military operation) times. began last month for "Operation "We have had excellent operating differentials with a ive are the Cape Lobos and Cape was called off on September 18, Uphold Democracy" in Haiti pro­ following intense negotiations cooperation from the maritime clear, less expensive, cost effec­ Taylor. The RRF activation began on between two of the three Haitian companies who manage these tive, fairly-financed merchant vide "the most graphic possible illustration of why it is crucial that support program." September 8, as the U.S. prepared military officials who are in Continued on page 8 fleet He said the biU would "provide we maintain a viable American the finance and the time for merchant marine, with American American ship operators and mo*- crews, and available for service in chant mariners to gear up and meet national emergencies. foreign competition on even turns." "These highly-skilled crews In short, "it is a down payment come from the tankers and grain on America's long-term and containerships that carriers economic security," Pefia said. serve America's peaceful com­ Referring to a rule imple­ merce. They are jdl volunteers," mented by three farm state he stated. senators (see story on page 3), Pefia said, "... Last week we all Peha said now is the time to saw an obscure parliamentary "mount our own operation to re­ rule used—to delay maritime store democracy—to uphold reform—hoping to destroy this democracy right here on Capitol bill—by keeping it from ever Hill—so that maritime reform is iraphy, Inc. Backus Aerial PI coming to a vote. not blocked by a few obstructing j/Vith the assistance of ships such as the Comhusker Thebarge carrier CapeMohican, operated by Apex "This is the kind of behavior the clear will of an American State, a crane ship, more than 2,000 U.S. troops Marine, is another of the vessels in the Maritime that fills the American people majority." ended without resistance on Haiti. Administration's Ready Reserve Force. Reserve Ships Broken Out •» Eight Haitian-Bound RRF Vessels Crewed by SIU DOT'S Pena Pledges Fight •--y I ^ A' ' . ¥ 'r-'-, •4-?- 'v" • '-.'rt' •"l"' ... •W ¥ �OCTOBER 1994 3 Formw OMI Vessels PunOmsedby Khty RntftsMlps Seafarers will continue to crew three tankers which recently were bought by Kirby Tankships, Inc. from OMI Corp. The vessels—the Champion, Willamette and Leader—v/m be used to transport refined petroleum products primarily between the U.S. Gulf Coast, Florida and the mid-Atlantic states. Kirby Tankships in August recognized the Seafarers International Union as the collective bar­ gaining lCplC»wliiatlVC^V/l. representativeof the gmnillg uiw unlicensed crewmem^ • t 1 Ac it \x/«iG iinHp.r OI^T. The stacks of the Champion, Willamette and Leader now feature the hers aboard the three vrAooAlo vessels. As it was under OMI, ^ f«r oailiiiP wages. for Seafarers sailing on those tankers, all wages, Kirby emblem benefits and conditions will follow the standard tanker agreement ratified by the SIU membership last year. Each of the tankships has a total capacity of 266,00 barrels and a deadweight tonnage of almost 38,000. The names of the vessels are unchanged other than dropping the initials "OMI," and the stacks now feature the Kirby emblem, including a diamond. , ... SIU Patrolman Jack Sheehan recently serviced the Champion while the vessel was lightering in Stapleton, N.Y. "They were carrying diesel fuel to Albany," noted Sheehan, who provided the photos accompanying this article. Everything is going fine with the crew arid the ship. They may have switched to Kirby, but they haven't missed a beat." Kirby Tankships is a wholly owned subsidiary of Kirby Corporation. The parent company, through Kirby Tankships and other subsidiaries, is engaged in operation of vessels on the U.S. in­ land waterways and in the coastwise and foreign trades. sssistssasss' House Passes II.S. Cruise Ship Act Increased employment oppor­ tunities for American merchant mariners moved one step closer as a result of recent passage of an amendment to the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 1994 in the House of Representatives. The 402-13 vote in favor of the maritime legislation will help U.S. ports break into a lucrative cruise ship business presently dominated by foreign vessels. The bill now moves to the Senate for consideration. The U.S. Passenger Vessel Development Act (initially intro­ duced as H.R. 3821) which was added to the Coast Guard spend­ ing bill as an amendment on Sep­ tember 22, outlines how foreign-flag craise ships already sailing from American ports can Km?- acquire and fly the U.S. flag, (^e other part of the legislation, which has not yet passed the House, would change provisions of the Capital Construction Act and Internal Revenue Code to stimulate the growth of a U.S.flag cruise industry.) The bill allows a foreign-flag cruise vessel to be reflagged under U.S. registry and to enter the Jones Act trade (to go from one U.S. port to another) if that ship's operator commits to and begins construction on a cruise ship in a U.S. yard. Under the present Jones Act, foreign-flag vessels are prohibited from carrying pas­ sengers between two points in the United States. In order to be considered by Discovery Retrieves Refugees ifilfc. Seafarers aboard the Sea-Land Discovery recently rescued six Cuban refugees In the Gulf of Mexico; The Cubans had been at sea on a makeshift raft for 10 days. They were turned over to Immigration authorities In Puerto Rico, but first they received food and clothing from D/scoverycrewmembers. Pictured above are Chief Steward Jose R. Colls (kneeling) and (standing, from left) Capt. G. Pappas, the ship's security officer and the refugees: Jesus Roche, Luis Perez, Ruben Pereira, Sergio Rojas, Jesus Perez and Hector Monteagudo. Colls provided the photo. Rep. Jolene Unsoeld (D-Wash.) sponsored the cruise ship bill In the House. Some of the damage sustained by the ManhattanIslandIs visible at left. the act, vessels must weigh at least 10,(XX) gross tons and have at least 200 berths. Cruise ships that are built in U.S. yards, to replace the original foreign-flag vessels, must carry 80 percent of the passenger capacity of the original. When the act was introduced The U.S. Coast Guard's flag and crewed by Russians and in April, the SIU testified that the Maririe Safety Office in Port Ar­ Bahamians—reportedly sus­ legislation could stimulate the thur, Texas is investigating a Sep­ tained minimal damage and was creation of more than 30,000 tember 7 collision involving the sailing a few days later. seafaring jobs in addition to those runaway-flag bulk oiler Protank A Coast Guard spokesman es­ produced in U.Sig$hipyards, port Mersey (32,607 gross tons) and the timated that the first phase of the facilities and related fields. Manhattan Island (2,385 gross investigation would be com­ The union noted the act woulc tons), an SlU-crewed dredge. pleted by early this month. help increase marine safety be­ According to published reports, No major injuries were cause the crews on the vessels reported from the accident, and no pilot was on board the Protai^ would be Americans who mus there was no spillage of cargo. Mersey when it struck the dredge in meet this country's strict regula­ But the dredge, operated by North the fog at 1 a.m., in the Calcasieu tions and standards. American Trailing Co. Channel near L^e Charles, La. "It was the scariest thing I ever Also, the SIU pointed out the (NATCO), sustained severe legislation would strengthen na­ damage. The Manhattan Island's saw, to see the bow of a ship com­ tional security with the additiona hull was ripped open and its en­ ing right at you and not slowing U.S.-flag vessels that could be user gineroom was flooded. The roof down," said AB Jon Dillon, who as floating command/contro' on the bridge collapsed, blowing was on lookout aboard the Manhat­ out moist of the windows, and tan Island when the accident oc­ centers, hospitals and barracks. More than 4 million people, 85 there was other damage as well. curred. Captain Steven Taylor added, At press time, the dredge was percent of whom were "We're very fortunate that no one Americans, sailed on the more in drydock in Port Arthur. The Protank Mersey's outer was seriously injured." than 120 cruise ships locatec The dredge's engineroom took around the world in 1992—^anc hull was punctured, but, overall^ the projections indicate these numbers ship—owned by Mersey Shipping on an estimated 15 to 20 feet of of Greece, flying the Bahamian water. could double by the year 2000. Runaway-Flag Tanker Rams NA7C0 Dredge mm �' -v. •• M - Sir OCTOBER 1994 SEAFARERS LOG 5 USCG to Issue Machine Readable Z-Caids Revised Merchant Mariner Documents Part of Automated System The U.S. Coast Guard this Authorization Act of 1993. That database (although the Coast Guard no longer will maintain the paper copies). U.S. MERCHANT MARINEK\S DOCUMENT But given the projected ef­ ficiency and affordability of the new system, the Coast Guard an­ John Doe ticipates widespread use among SampI* Only VOID shipping companies. The agency worked with a number of ship Horn* Town USA Expected to Reduce Errors Pttbburgh PA 12345 operators to define the functions Icitizenship: USA When the new arrangement is and operations of a new process, IsSN: DOB; in place (possibly early in 1995, "and the consensus was that it 123456789 05/07/65 depending on when the final would have to be easy to use and regulations are issued), it will inexpensive enough for small "reduce data errors and turn­ companies to afford it," ex­ around time from months to plained Tate. "It also would have days," noted Ed Tate, project to be implemented without any manager in the Coast Guard's disruption of normal business Merchant Vesseil Personnel operations. This arrangement Division. "This will save the meets all of those criteria." companies and the Coast Guard He added that record-keeping time and labor. It also will im­ accuracy should be another prove security, because the sys­ benefit. "Right now, ship masters Eyes Hair WT HI Complexion manually copy information from tem has many safeguards." Brown Blown 180 69 Fair AB "We're talking about major the MMDs to shipping records," Sampio MMD only VOID monetary savings, as well as he noted. "They also manually saving time," added Justine Bun­ copy information onto discharge nell, chief of the agency's certificates, and when the Coast Issued by: Seamen Documentation and Guard receives copies, the infor­ New System Records Branch. "The Coast mation is manually entered into a Expires The revision of z-cards is part Guard's administrative costs will data base. Besides being time09/19/94 iRrC*f1IOyFOM| of an upcoming, voluntary sys­ go down, the companies' consuming, these efforts are sus­ By Direction of fheOCMI tem in which shipping companies preparation and mailing costs will ceptible to human error at each The new credit card-size z-card (shown here actual size) willbe transfer point." will have the option to electroni­ go down." Moreover, the new magnetic Issued by the U.S. Coast Guard this month. The front (top) However, the new operation cally transfer sea service informa­ contains a photo identification; the back (bottom) includes a tion to Coast Guard headquarters will not completely replace the stripe on the z-card opens a host thumb print as well as a magnetic stripe which will contain the in Washington. Once the ac­ current record-keeping fvocess. of possibilities in the future. At mariner's name and social security number. curacy of that information is con­ For examplb, mariners still will some point, ratings, sea time and firmed, the Coast Guard will enter receive paper certificates of dis­ other information may be added it into a central database, rather charge at the end of each voyage to the stripe, thereby further than filing the original paper­ or when they leave a vessel, and reducing paperwork and its re­ copies will be forwarded to and lated costs. work. The database for maintaining Designed to reduce costs both maintained by the company. Additionally, companies electronic records of sea service for the Coast Guard and for ship­ ping companies, the proposed which do not have electronic was created 13 years ago. In Avondale to Build Up to Six system—which will utilize rela­ transmission systems will con­ 1991, it was merg^ with another RO/RO Ships for U.S. Military tively inexpensive and basic com­ tinue submitting copies of dis­ data base which contains person­ Up to six new sealift vessels (Im-ge, medium-speed and rollputer technology—is a direct charge certificates for entry into nel information on everyone who on/roll-off ships) are expected to be built by Avondale Industries, result of the Coast Guard the Coast Guard's sea service has a z-card. Inc. in New Orleans, La., with the first one, the USNS Bob Hope, scheduled to be delivered to the Navy in early 1998. The ships, which will be crewed by civilian mariners under the Navy's Military Sealift Command, will be part of a fleet of vessels MUST BE RENEWED BY designed to preposition heavy equipment at sea near areas of poten­ tial conflict. For his contributions to the men and women in uniform, a new class of sealift ships will be named for the entertainer Bob Hope. Secretary of Navy John H. Dalton, who announced the new class of 1959 1964 1969 1974 1979 1984 1989 1994 1949 ships, cdled Bob Hope a "military hero." He said, "We can never repay him for his contributions to the men and women in uniform, but we can show our appreciation with a class of ships named in his 1950 1955 1960 1965 1970 1975 1980 1985 1990 1995 honor." Bob Hope entertained U.S. forces around the world for more than 50 years. 1951 1956 1961 1966 1971 1976 1^1 1986 1991; " month will begin issuing the new style of Merchant Mariner Docu­ ments (MMDs), also known as z-cards. The new z-card is a plastic, credit card-size document which is similar in appearance to the ex­ isting MMD. The key change is the addition of a magnetic stripe like the one on a credit card. The new MMD stripe will contain the mariner's name and social security number. Due to the z-card renewal schedule, both the old and new cards will be in circulation for the next five to six years, and either version is valid during that period. After the year 2000, all merchant mariners should have the new card. Meanwhile, only designated Coast Guard personnel at the agency's regional examination centers will be authorized to change information on the new magnetic stripe. legislation called for the Coast Guard to eliminate the main­ tenance of manual records for shipping articles and certificates of discharge and to oversee ship­ ping companies' record main­ tenance. nemeinKRf ^1" 'li .'fr;. • f: • J-if r • -y, • y Z-CARDS Issuedln: 1937 1942 1947 1952 1957 1962 1967 1972 1977 1982 1987 1992 1997 1938 1943 1948 1953 1958 1963 1968 1973 1978 1983 1988 1993 1998 Texas Senator Supports Maritime .. ^ .. * MarAd/U.S. Shipbuilder Will Explore Feasibility of Buiiding U.S. Cruise Ships A cooperative project to strengthen America's shipbuilding in­ dustry by exploring the feasibility of constructing cruise ships in the United States has been established between the Maritime Ad­ ministration (MarAd) and Ingalls Shipbuilding, Inc. of Pascagoula, Miss., a major U.S. shipyard with experience in constructing large naval vessels. Half of the funding for the $2.1 million agreement, which was awarded on a competitive basis, will come from the U.S. govemment over a 16-month period, with Ingalls providing the other half. The project will include development of a preliminary design as well as a shipyard manufacturing plan. *1/ xlr Low Water is No Reason To Halt Barge Traffic Texas Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison meets with SlU Vice President Dean Corgey (left) and Port Official Jim McGee at the Houston hall. Hutchison has been very supportive of maritime. Despite low water and shoaling conditions, none of the rivers throughout the Southeast, Midwest and Great Plains has been closed to barge traffic, according to the U.S. Coast Guard. Parts of the upper and lower Mississippi River recently have experienced some shoaling, as have p^ of Ae Missouri and Cumber­ land rivers. In addition, the Tennessee River has been going through its annual low-water cycle. The Coast Guard noted that some tows have bumped river bottoms, but none of these instances necessitated aclosuie. Below Cape Girardeau, Mo. on the Mississippi River, however, below-normal tow limits are causing periodic closures. / • ' I r • • ' 'i'' y; • vS: • �V 'T 6 V OCWRER1994 SEJ^ARERSLOG MR : ' '- . •'. " I^ " i > ••. AFL-CiO Study: NAFTA Provokes Job Losses, Lewer Trade Surpius Reuters Finnish, Swedish and Estonian helicopters and ships participated in the rescue operation. Above, a rescue worker recovers the bodies of passengers from one of the Estonia'slife rafts. , ..... Estonian FenTt Sinks, 800Peopie iRissing In the third worst ferry acci­ dent in recent history, an Es­ tonian-flag ferry capsized and plunged to depths of 250 feet in the Baltic Sea around 2:00 in the morning on September 28. Bound for Stockholm, Sweden from Estonia's capital, Tallinn, the German built Estonia sank during stormy conditions, with 55 mile-per-hour winds and 18-foot waves. The accident took place in international waters 20 nautical miles off the Finnish coast. About 140 people sur­ vived, 40 bodies were found, and some 820 were missing and presumed dead. Rescue ofEcials cited 50 degree waters in which a human being can survive only for a few hours. The governments of Sweden, Estonia and Finland are jointly conducting an investigation of the accident. Accounts by some survivors indicate that a bad door seal on the roll-on/roll-off class vessel may have caused the accident, allow­ ing water to rush in to the vehicle deck holding some 400 to 460 cars and about 30 trucks. Owned by Estline Shipping Co., a joint venture of the Es­ tonian government and a Swedish tanker company, Nordstrom & Thulin AB, the Estonia emitted one "Mayday" call at 1:24 am. The ship officer said the ferry was listing 20 to 30 degrees and had lost power in the engines. Sur­ vivors believe the ship was afloat for less than half-an-hour once the first signs of trouble were evi­ dent. Finnish, Swedish and Estonian helicopters and ships participated in the rescue operation. Helicop­ ters plucked those in rafts to safety. By early morning no other survivors were in view. Most survivors were tossed into the sea, later finding rafts that had automatically been released. The Finnish hospital treating the survivors report^ that nearly all had hypothermia. The ship carried a crew of 188. It Takes More than Votes Working on the election campaigns of those politicians in Hawaii favoring the maritime industry are Seafarers Richard Hindson, Terry Osbore, J.J. Arnold and Mark Lawrence. Ten months after implementa­ tion of a trade pact with Mexico, the first detailed assessment of the agreement shows that 27,010 workers have lost their jobs when their companies moved south of the border. The study, conducted by the AFL-CIO, the federation of na­ tional unions, also found that the once healthy trade su^lus the U.S. enjoyed with Mexico ($5.4 billion in 1992) declined 32 per­ cent compared with the same sixmonth period in 1993. The North American Free Trade Agreement, known as NAFTA, was billed by its sup­ porters, among them former President George Bush and Presi­ dent Bill Clinton, as a boon for the U.S. economy. The deal, which linked Canada, the U.S. and Mexico in one trading bloc, went into effect on Januaiy 1, 1994 Continued from page 2 agency and to develop mechanisms for self-inspection for model companies. Under the legislation, the Coast Guard is allowed to accept shipboard equipment approvals issued by foreign governments if the requirements of those groups conform to SOLAS standards. Cer­ tificates of inspection will now be ;ood for five years, instead of two, as is customary under international rules. Also, in addition to the American Bureau of Shipping, other recognized classification societies will be granted authority to conduct inspections. Representative Studds described the regulatory initiative as a "joint effort of the Coast Quard and the maritime industry :o ensure that [the U.S. does] not impose on the U.S. industry any unnecessary or obsolete require­ ments that could keep it from being competitive." He said he is "confident that the bill accomplishes this objecive without sacrificing U.S. safety standards or changing the requirements of any U.S. en­ vironmental law." Representative Fields added that the measure "will streamline shipbuilding requirements for all the U.S maritime industry and allow it to become more competi­ tive internationally." t 'vK' ,'. ..;•.•/• • 7:.; ::v '•- v,.V/.!. .^>''l^/;:.'j: of eroding quickly. Exports of manufactured goods from Mexico to the U.S. rose by 25 percent between January and May 1994. The dollar value of imports from Mexico to the United States increased in a number of areas when comparing data from January to June for both 1993 and 1994, points out the AFL-CIO study. For example, motor vehicle units increased in 1994 by 26.4 percent. Television imports surged; 50.4 percent more in 1994 from 1993. Piston engine imports in­ creased by 44.2 percent, radios by 31 percent, furniture by 24 per­ cent, electrical machinery by 25.2 percent and teleconununications equipment by 33.6 percent. The AFL-CIO intends to con­ tinue monitoring the results of NAFTA. House Adopts Host of Maritimo Ntoasures Seeking the Votes of Seafarers o;:- . .'•; 'M; V after it was approved last year by the Congress. Its adoption was vigorously op­ posed by the AFL-CIO and its rffiliates. The American unions argued that the pact was less about liberalizing trade than it was about making Mexico a fiiendlier place for American investment The job loss is detailed in 190 petitions filed with the Department of Labor which seek redress for thousands of employees who no longer have work, said the AFLCIO report, released last month and prepared liy the organization's Task Force on Trade. Under NAFTA, so called trade adjustment assistance is theoreti­ cally available to workers whose jobs have been lost to Mexico in the form of retraining funds and special compensation. The AFL-CIO found that the U.S. trade surplus with Mexico is Lt. Goverenor Ben Cayetano (with lei) was the guest speaker at the SlU union meeting last month on the eve of the primary election in his bid for the governorship of Hawaii. Cayetano spoke to the membership as TV cameras relayed his message to the state live from the SlU Honolulu office. He won the primary by 50,000 votes. In photo above, Cayetano poses with the SlU membership following the meeting. What had been the United States Passenger Vessel Develop­ ment Act of 1994, H.R. 3821, be­ came Title VII of the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 1994. The bill establishes a series of mechanisms to encourage development of American-flag cruise ship businesses (see page 5 for a separate article on this bill). Representative Fields said he supported the bill because, "It is time to break the grip of the foreign interests that dominate what should be an American cruise ship trade." American Cruise Industry The bill will allow foreignflag craise vessels to re-flag to U.S. registry and operate between two American ports if a second passenger ship is built in a U.S. shipyard. As additional incen­ tives, the bill allocates Title XI loan guarantees for Americanbuilt cruise ships and provides tax incentives. It also gives U.S.-flag cruise vessels priority for Nation­ al Park permits. Representative Jolene Unsoeld (D-Wash), who authored the legislation, said, "This bill is about promoting U.S. interests and leveling the international playing field. It is about retaining a portion of the economic benefits here in the United States." Criilses-to-Nowhere Title XI of H.R. 4422, the United States Passenger Act of 1994, passed the House in Novem­ ber 1993 but was reintroduced this year because there was no similar action on the Senate side. The bill addressed the loophole in U.S. law which allows foreign-flag gaming ships to operate in American coas­ tal waters. American cabotage laws prohibit foreign-flag ships from sailing between two U.S. ports. However, the law is silent on a vessel sailing from a U.S. port and returning to the same U.S. port. That is how foreign-flag ships entered the so-called cruises-tonowhere trade. "Under present law, if a foreign-made, foreign-flag, foreign-owned vessel which operates out of the United States of America sails a mere three miles out to sea, turns around and comes back it is considered a foreign voyage," explained Rep­ resentative. Gene Taylor (DMiss), who introduced the bill. Taylor contends the intention of the nation' s cabotage laws are to reserve U.S. "coastlines for American vessels, American crews, and American-owned ves­ sels." OtherActlon Given that boating deaths are the second-largests category of transport-related fatalities, com­ ing rfter highway deaths. Con­ gress sought to improve boating safety. An amendment was adopted that mandates the use of life vests on children 12 or younger and makes it an offense to operate a boat while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Representative Thomas H. Andrews (D-Maine) added to the bill the requirement that the agen­ cy repair, maintain and overhaul its ships and maHne equipment in American shipyards. Finally, an amendment was added by Rep. Fields which cor­ rects a 48-year-old injustice to 2,500 merchant mariners who served this country with both honor and distinction during World War II. Veterans status for WWII mariners has been cut off at August 15, 1945. This bill would grant veterans status to in­ dividuals who were in training for the merchant marine before August 16, 1945. It also would give veterans status to those who were in the merchant marine before August 16, 1945 but who did not have ocean-going service. Finally, it grants veterans status to any individual who received a let­ ter of induction to the merchant marine by August 16,1945. The Fields amendment allows individuals who believe they qualify for veterans service uner the new conditions to apply to the Secretary of Transportation. In this case, veterans status will bring a qualifying individual a discharge certificate, a flag for their coffin and a grave headstone. They will not be eligible for other veterans benefits. At press tiipe. Senate action of H.R. 4422 was pending. It was uncertain whether or not the Senate would vote on the bill before its expected adjournment early this month. �•-''rv •'•:« i OaWBER 1994 SEAFARERS L9G Hudson Crew Plucks 12 Cubans from Gulf of Mexico •wr;,- • siafe.'''. Seafarers aboard the OMI Cubans and learned that they all Hudson last month rescued 12 were from the same family. A Cuban refugees who had been at couple of days earlier, they said, sea on a raft for nearly two weeks one member of the group who and who had been without food or was a diabetic passed away on the water for several days. raft, apparently due to lack of The rescue took place in the medication. (The refugees dis­ Gulf of Mexico, northwest of the posed of the body at sea.) Yucatan Channel, and within 12 The Cubans also related that hours the refugees were turned several foreign-flag ships had over to the U.S. Coast Guard. All passed them, "but they knew the were in good condition. Americans would stop," said "We got them aboard safely Bronstein, 37. "They said sharks and pretty quickly," said Recer­ had been hitting underneath the tified Bosun Ervin BronSiein, raft." who provided the photos accom­ A graduate of the Lundeberg panying this article. "The entire School trainee program in 1980, crew pitched in and did a very Bronstein reported that the sight professional job." of the fatigued, desperate AB Tan Joon, who speaks refugees provided a compelling fluent Spanish, talked widi the example of "how bad things are Waving and Shouting MSCPAC Ship Rescues 10 Egyptians i|:^^ Photo courtesy of MSCPAC Civilian mariners aboard a USNS Mars lifeboat tow the survivors of the Egyptian cargo phip back to the MSCPAC supply vessel. m • > '- in Cuba and what people are will ing to go through to get away from it. When you only see it on television or read about it in the newspaper, it's kind of easily dis missel^. But when you meet the people aihifheaf them explain that there's no food, no jobs, no way to support their families, and they're just seeking a better life, it makles you think." The Hudson was en route to Houston when members of the deck gang spotted the raft ap­ proximately 1.5 miles away from the vessel. As they moved closer, crewmembers saw people waving and heard them shouting Once the Hudson alerted the U.S. Coast Guard and OMI and received the go-ahead to pick up the refugees, the ship was maneuvered alongside the raft. "We rigged the crane and )ilot ladder and also prepared ife-saving equipment and medi­ cal response gear,", notec Bronstein. "We threw them safety lines, too, because we real­ ized they might be in a weakened condition. 'They weren't delirious, but they wanted to jump off the raft to get to the pilot ladder. They were holding their empty water jugs out to us... Tan kept telling them to stay calm." The Cubans, including a 12year-old boy, were brough aboard without incident. "They took showers while we washec their clothes, then the stewarc department fed them," said Bronstein. The bosun stated that the One-by-one, the Cuban refugees are helped from their raft up the pilot ladder and brought to safety aboard the OMI Hudson. refugees "would have drifted for Members of the SIU's Government Services Division helped rescue 10 Egyptian mariners off the coast of Oman who had been drifting for nine days in a lifeboat after their small cargo ship sank in the North Arabian Sea. In rough seas on August 11, the USNS Mars, a supply ship for the Military Sealift CommandPacific Fleet (MSCPAC), picked up the survivors from the Egyp­ tian-flag Salem 12. The men in the lifeboat had only a day's ra­ tion of food and water left, but they were in good condition at the time of the rescue. Another lifeboat, carrying nine crewmembers from the Salem 12, reached port in Mowhat, Oman, but two life rafts carrying a total of 12 men still have not been found. Crewmembers aboard the Mars spotted white flares that had been fired from the lifeboat. The 7 Second Pumpman Spencer Smith (left) and AB Mark Konikowski prepare for the rescue. several more days if we hadn't seen them. I guess a lot of refugees head for Florida, but this bunch was trying toget to Mexico or Texas and they were in the wrong current. They probably would have died. "But we were just doing our jobs, being professional seamen." The SIU members who were on board the Hudson when the rescue took place were Bronstein, Joon, ABs Norberto Vera, Paul Wade, Chris Stringer, and Mark Konikowski, Chief Pumpman Stuart Croft, Second Pumpman Spencer Smith, OMUs Wiihert Miles and Jose Ramirez, DEU Victor Mondeci, Steward/Baker Wally Lau, Chief Cook Mariano Morales and GUS Eduardo Elemento. Narragansett Saves 4 Off Coast of Kenya • ' '•••./-Ti' •> ' Two members of the SIU's four Zanzibarans clinging to a Government Services Division partially submerged, uncovered recently were honored for their boat. Duffenbach and Petro parts in an April rescue involving manned the Narragansett's rigidthe USNS Narragansett that hull inflatable boat and guided it saved the lives of four men from to the foundering double outrig­ ger canoe, while Farenzena Zanzibar. ABs Ernest Farenzena and operated toe crane. Jerome Duffenhach received The four men had been adrift Special Act Awards and certifi­ for 10 days, and their nominal cates from the Military Sealift supply of food and water had long Command-Pacific Fleet since run out. They were (MSCPAC) after helping perform dehydrated and disoriented. They toe rescue near toe coast of Kenya, also did not have a compass, chart as did Chief Mate Thomas Petro or any other navigational gear. and Third Officer John K. McDuffenbach and Petro found toe men weakened, covered with Ginnis. The Narragansett was not minor sores from exposure to supposed to be at the site where saltwater and waist-deep in the rescue took place, but the water. Members of toe deck depart­ ocean fleet tug had retumed to Mombasa, Kenya a day earlier ment brought the Zanzibarans after crewmembers discovered aboard without incident. The gal­ three young stowaways (ages 9, ley gang then provided blankets 14 and 15) aboard the ship. The and prepared warm soup and joys presumably snuck on board other easily-digestible food for toe while the vessel was taking on four men who, despite their condi­ nel and other supplies in the tions, were expect^ to be okay. On toe way back to Mombas^ Kenyan port city. With the stowaways safely crewmembers donated clothes returned to shore and having and some personal items to toe notified toe proper authorities, Zanzibarans. Narragansett Captain Russ" he Narragansett resumed its scheduled course. The ship had Driver commended the entire traveled 20 miles out to sea when crew for their efforts. "They VIcGinnis spotted an unidentified responded without direction once object drifting in toe water, and the rescue was initiated," he the Narragansett moved in to in­ noted. "The little things—^giving water, shaking hands, looks of vestigate. Crewmembers from the gratitude—these are sights I will VISCPAC vessel discovered the never forget." It spoke English) repeatedly thanked the MSCPAC crew. The ship's medical services officer examined the 10 men and found them healthy other than some minor sun rashes. Meanwhile, the galley gang provided them with clean clothes and warm meals, and the entire crew donated new coveralls, toiletries and ball caps. The Egyptians spent one day on the Mars, then were flown by helicopter to Fujairah, UAE. MSCPAC's Vice Admiral Katz forwarded a message to the Mars crew, congratulating them on an "outstanding performance. This unselfish and heroic effort, completed in dangerous seas, is yet another fine example of the humanitarian nature of our sea service. Your deft and ex­ peditious handling of this situa­ Thankful Passengers tion was superb and in keeping Photo courtesy o< MSCPAC Once aboard the Mars, the with centuries of seafaring Moving in to start rescue operations are (right) AB Jerome Duffenbach and Chief Mate Thomas Petro of the USNS Narragan^tt. Egyptians (several of whom tradition." MSCPAC vessel then altered its course and discovered the sur­ vivors. Members of the deck gang launched a whaleboat which retrieved the 10 Egyptians without incident, despite the choppy seas. TTie Egyptians explained that their ship had begun taking on water rapidly through two cargo holds. The vessel went down in only 10 minutes, but all 31 people aboard managed to abandon ship in the two lifeboats and two life rafts. The survivors also said that they were passed by several other ships, including one that stopped nearby for five minutes, then left without making contact (and ap­ parently without reporting a citing of the lifeboat). • •Sv J v< '•'I. • . �8 SEAFARBtSIM OCTOBER 1994 Three Senators Stymie Vote on 5lr/p BUI In the event that the shipbuild­ American yards. and industiy representatives vowec would pay 31 cents and then 27 These fiinds would be in the ing agreement negotiated by the to seek alternative ways of bringin; cents. form of series transition pay­ governments of the nations par­ maritime program that had the the bill to the floor so Aat it coidd be Also in the Senate staff draft, ments, which provide support to ticipating in the Organiation for support of a majority of Com­ debated on its merits. as in the House bill, is $100 mil­ American yards for building Economic Development (OECD) merce Committee members. lion for Title XI loan guarantees House Version competitively priced commer­ Senator John Breaux (D-La.) for shipbuilding in U.S. yards, is not approved by the U.S. Con­ cial ships for die international The bill, as passed by the funds that would generate up to gress, the Senate version allo­ said,"The rules are being used trades. because some are afraid to debate House, allocated $1.35 billion $1 billion in vessel construction. cates additional monies for over 10 years for a U.S.-flag con an issue. tainership operation program anc Endangering Ag Interests aid for American shipyards. Farm state Senator J. James According to the House ver­ Exon (D-Neb.) had the stronges sion, vessels would be eligible for admonition of Pressler's blocking the program if they are made ruse. He reminded Pressler that available to the Department o agricultural interests had been Defense (DOD) and allow DOD primarily concerned with the im­ cargo space in times of war or pact of the tonnage duty on the conflict. For inclusion in the pro­ movement of bulk grains. Exon gram, a vessel could be no more pointed out that that concern had than 15 yeairs old. Vessels built in been addressed in the removal of foreign yards that are re-flagged grain cargoes from an increase in under the Stars and Stripes could be no older than 10 years. the tonnage duty. The funding for the program Using a delay tactic to prevent debate and a vote on the bill would be raised through a ton­ would only result in making nage duty of 38 cents per enemies for farm state legislators, registered ton of every vessel said Exon. The procedural ploy calling at U.S. ports. "could get us in the agricultural Senate Plan sector in big, big trouble," added The Senate version, while very Exon. He noted that the farm bill comes up for debate next year and similar to the House bill, changed that Pressler should bear in mind the tonnage structure. The staff of that "what goes around, comes he Commerce Committee put in place the following changes to the around." tonnage fee provisions Container Senator Trent Lott (R-Miss.), would pay 74 cents per housands of letters urging Senate enactment of a bill promoting U.S. shipping have been sent by noting that the Senate session was vessels registered ton for the first five Seafarers and their family members to senators throughout the nation. in its last days, said, "The*«tbig mistake is trying to do it now. We ^ears and 63 cents from 1999 to should have been doing this a 2004. Dry bulk carriers would Adding their voices to the John A. Gallagher, a 50-year Bumpers (D-Ark.). "As a retired month ago or four months ago or only pay existing duties while liq­ debate on whether the nation resident of the state who works Seafarer I am ^avely concerned uid bulk ships would pay 31 cents a year ago." needs a forward-looking out of the port of Philadelphia, to about our diminish^ merchant Following the committee initially and 21 cents in the last maritime program are thousands back the bill. fleet from over 3000 ships during meeting, pro-maritime legislators ive years. Passenger vessels of Seafarers and their family Brother Gallagher noted that World War II (I was serving on members who over the course of the funding mechanism for the the SS Scottsburg and rescued by the last month have barraged their program, a tonnage duty, was a the SS Kahuka when both were senators with letters and phone fair way to raise monies for a U.S. sunk by Germans in 1942.) to calls urging support for the ship plan. "It's time for the fewer than 350 ships now sailing maritime bill before the Senate. foreign-flag companies to pay under 'Old Glory'." He urged Due for consideration by the their fair share for the services Senator Buinpers to support legis­ Senate is a bill that would allocate provided by the U.S. Coast Guard lation to revitalize the industry. Continued from page 3 the Americans soon were cheered $1 billion over a 10-year period to and other money spent at the Patricia Yaros, whose hus­ as liberators. support a U.S.-flag container fleet American taxpayer's expense." band is a seaman, urged Senator ships and from the seafaring At press time, the number of and provide aid to American Walter PopperwUI, a North Bill Bradley (D-N.J.) to consider unions who provide the crews," noted Maritime Administrator U.S. troops in Haiti had swelled shipyards. A House version of the Carolina resident and a tugboat the consequences to American Albert J. Herberger. "Once again, to more than 15,600. On Septem­ bill, known as the Maritime Ad^ captain, told D.M. "Lauch" workers. She said her husband they have come forward to sup­ ber 27, some of the troops took ministration and Promotional Faircloth (R-N.C.) that "enact­ had been shipping "for all our port our nation's armed forces." over the Haitian Parliament Reform Act or H.R. 4003, passed ment of H.R. 4003 would send a married life. He missed out on so More than 2,000 U.S. troops building and the capital's City that legislative body in early message to the world that the much of the children growing just United States will never allow it­ to support his family. And if this landed without resistance on Hall in another step towards August by a vote of 294-122. The Senate version was not self to become totally dependent bill is not passed then it would Haiti on September 19. Greeted returning Haiti to democratic rule reported out of committee be­ on foreign countries to carry its have been for nothing." warily by many citizens at first. by a civilian government. cause a group of farm state products or in times of national As the LOG was going to senators exercised a little-used security." press. around the Chronology of Recent Events In Haiti parliamentary rule that prevented Seafarer J.T. Spence, a Vir­ country Seafarers were learning of the tac­ the committee fr^m^eting (see ginia resident, said to Charles tics of U.S. shipping's opponents story on page 3). Senators who Robb (D-Va.), "Our seamen rank to try and prevent the maritime In 1990, Jean-Bertrand Aristide won the presidency of Haiti support the bill are now looking among the best this world has to bill from being debated and voted in a democratic election. In 1991, he was overthrown by for ways in which it can be offer for their hard work, loyalty on. Upon learning the news, Gen. Raoul Cedras and Police Chief Lt. Gen. Michel Fran­ brought to the floor. and dedication to duty. World Ervin Bronstein, a seafarer from cois. The international community responded by imposing In their letters to senators. War II proved that. Give our San Antonio, vowed to write an embargo. Earlier this year, the United Nations authorized Seafarers have pointed out the es­ the use of force to oust Cedras and his group and restore sentiality of a strong U.S.-flag seamen proud ships and state-of- another letter to his senators ur­ the-art equipment and they will ging that they do their utmost to Aristide to his elected post. fleet to the nation's defense and get the job done." bring the bill to the floor before economic interests. Retired Seafarer Thurston the Senate ends its session early • On September 8, the U.S. Ready Reserve Force (RRF) Is Retired Seafarer Harry N. John Lewis wrote to Dale this month. activated as America prepares for Invasion of Haiti. Hundreds of U.S. merchant mariners report to the vessels and prepare Schorr of Hemet, Calif., in a let­ ter to Senator Barbara Boxer (Dthem to sail. Calif.), said, "H.R. 4003 will • On September 18, following negotiations tietween U.S. delega­ make more ships available to the tion led by former president Jimmy Carter and Haitian military military services and will bring leaders, Invaston Is called off when Cedras and others agree to employment and pensions to resign by October 15 In exchange for guaranteed amnesty. Americans who will spend the money in the United States. • On September 19, thousands of U.S. forces land without 'Plus," added Shorr, "They all opposition and take over Haiti's ports and airfields In the first will be taxpapyers." stage of a military peacekeeping operation aimed at restoring West Virginia's Senator democracy. Robert C. Byrd (D) was contacted by David D^hayes, a resident of • On September 22, U.S. lifts most economic sarxTtions that state. He urged the senator to Haiti, but keeps In place thoseaimed at military leaders ar backets. consider the value to the nation of having sufficient sealift • On September 27, U.S. troops secure the Haitian Pariiament capability in times of war. Before shipping out of the St. Louis hall as a steward assistant on the building and the csqiltal's city hall. Arlen Specter, a senator from Franklin Phillips, Jo Stinnett writes her two senators In Kentucky, Pennsylvania (R), was urged by asking for their support on the maritime bill. Continued from page 3 IV' " •;.J' ; V.:' Seafarers Call on Legislators To Back Maritime Program For Haitian OperaRong SiU Crews 8 RRF Ships /. '.w.. �ocmaiim SBAFAmKSLOe 9 ReM^ytkm l^tHcathm Cmirses Move West San Francisco, Seattle, Honolulu Halls Will Host Two-Day Class npu-«. ¥>^..1 T¥_if • — ._ i The Paul Hall ^ Center's \ mington, Calif, during the last SIU halls across the country. This refrigeration technician certifica- week of September. year, additional classes are tion course is available to October marks the fourth con­ scheduled to run through early Seafarers this month at the SIU secutive month that the Paul Hall December at five other locations halls in San Francisco, Seattle and Center's Lundeberg School has Port Everglades, Fla.; San Juan, Honolulu. The two-day course been offering the class—which is P.R.; Algonac, Mich.; Duluth also was scheduled to be con­ approved by the Environmental Minn.; and St. Louis. ducted at the SIU hall in Wil­ Protection Agency (EPA)—at The refrigeration technician Seafarers Fare Well on EPA Exam Members Emphasize Need for Course Preparation . certification course also is avail­ able as part of engine departmem upgrading courses at die Lun­ deberg School and is being of­ fered periodically as a separate course at Piney Point. The course culminates with the taking of a four-part, 100question EPA exam. Passing this test will result in Seafarers earn­ ing EPA certification that is man­ datory for anyone involved in the repair and servicing of refrigera­ tion equipment and air condition­ ing systems. November 14 is the deadline for obtaining certification, ac­ cording to the EPA regulation which requires it. That rule stems from the Clean Air Act Amend­ ments of 1990. along with the basic section, leads to Type n certification. Low-pressure refrigerants is the topic in the final 25 questions. Students who pass this section and the core questions will earn Type HI certification. Passing all four parts leads to Universal certification. Most Seafarers who handle refrigerants will need at least Type I and Type H certifications, since galley equipment is covered under Type I, and ships' stores systems are covered under Type II. The SIU encourages all QMEDs to test for Universal cer­ tification. Seafarers who work aboard cruise ships also should seek Universal certification, since pas­ senger vessels often use lowpressure refrigerants. There is no limit to the number of times someone may take the exam, so different certifications may be earned at different times. Results will be mailed to Seafarers no more than a month after they take the exam. Those who pass one or more sections of the test will receive a certification card (which has no expiration) and a certificate. Preparation and concentration are the keys to passing the En­ vironmental Protection Agency (EPA) exam for refrigeration technician certification, said Seafarers who took the test las month at SIU halls in Houston Norfolk, Va. and at the Paul Hal Center in Piney Point, Md. Lots of Information The members took the exam immediately following the Lun­ Many Seafarers who have deberg School's two-day taken the course advise their fel­ refrigeration technician certifica­ Doing a workbook exercise last month as part of the two-day course low members that a great deal of tion class, which was developer are Seafarers at the SIU hall in New Orleans. information is covered during the by Lundeberg School instructors two days. "The subjects are wellin order to prepare Seafarers for presented, but there's a lot to the EPA test. cover in a relatively short period "I thought the course was very of time," said QMED Tom interesting and fast-moving, Keseru, who took the course last said QMED Steve Treece, who month at Piney Point. "Studying took the class at the Houston hall. before you take the class is a big "I picked up a lot, beyond the key to doing well on the test." basics that we're already sup­ Shipping Priority Day one of the course begins posed to know. at 8 a.m. and lasts until 4 p.m SIU members should be aware "All you have to do is get the Topics covered include that, according to a recent action textbook ("Refrigerants and the refrigerants and compressor by the Seafarers Appeals Board Environment") in advance and lubricating oils, refrigerant han­ (SAB), after November 14, study it. I got it three weeks At the SIU hall in Norfolk, Va., members prepare to take the EPA exam dling safety procedures, how Seafarers who are certified before I took the course. If you do for refrigeration technician certification. refrigerants affect the environ­ refrigeration technicians will be that, plus pay close attention ment, theories of refrigeration, during the class and use the given priority within their respecpressure-temperature relation­ tive seniority classes for all Workbook, you should pass the ships and related laws and regula­ QMED, electrician, refrigeration test. tions. "s, Other Seafarers offered and junior engineer jobs. The second day also starts at 8 similar assessments, consistent Proof of holding the certifica­ with those voiced by SIU mem­ a.m. and lasts until 2 p.m., fol­ tion will not be mandatory when bers who took the course earlier lowed by the exam. Some of the Seafarer registers for employ­ this year. subjects covered are refrigeration ment at a union hall. However, "ITie course is pretty intense. servicing, handling small ap­ when throwing in for a shipboard You cover a lot of material in pliances, working with high- and job which includes duties of han­ basically a day-and-a-half, low-pressure equipment, and dling refrigerants, members will stated QMED John Walsh, who conversion of equipment using have to show whether they pos­ earned Universal certification chlorofluorocarbon (CFC)-based sess such certification. after taking the class at Piney refrigerants. SIU members who are on a Point. "You absolutely have to Seafarers at the Paul Hall Center review the theories of refrigeration Testing is conducted by the in­ ship during the November 14 read "Refrigerants and the En­ with instructor Eric Malzkuhn (far right). structor following the second day deadline are asked by the union to vironment" in order to do well on that getting the textbook in ad­ it, and that was a big factor in of class, from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. obtain certification as soon as the test." The exam is divided into four possible after they sign off the Walsh added that the $25 cost vance was essential, and that's the passing the test," he said. "It was parts, and there are corresponding vessel. of the book "is well worth it. I've truth," said Chief Engineer Jim a difficult class, but I studied hard certification types. The first 25 The recent action of the SAB been working on (refrigerated) "Indiana" Payne, who sails from and got the result I warited." questions are basic and general. (No. 374) assures that companies "You definitely need to go containers for about 10 years, but the port of Houston. "This isn't a that doesn't mean I know all the course where you can learn through the book more than one The second set of 25 covers small which are signatories to a collec­ chemistry involved. The book everything overnight, so I was or two times," added QMED appliances. Passing the first two tive bargaining agreement with and the class really help in that lad to get three weeks of study­ Steve Harrington, who took the sections leads to Type I certifica­ the SIU will be in compliance ing done before the course." class at Piney Point. "There's just tion. with the new EPA regulations. area." Payne also praised the so much information to cover." The third group of 25 ques­ Violations of those regulations Studying Pays Off workbook that is part of the Seafarers who want to buy the tions refers to high-pressure can result in penalties as great as In the port of Norfolk, course materials. Prepared by book should indicate this to the refrigerants. Passing this part, $25,000. QMED/Electrician Kevin Quin­ Lundeberg School instructors, port agent whom they contact 1994 REFRIGERATfON TECHNICIAN COURSE SCHEDULE tan commended the job done by ihe workbook is given to when signing up for the class. instructor Eric Malzl^n and ex­ Seafarers at no charge. They should Aen send a check for LOCATION Despite the high pass rate $25, made payable to the "Paul DATE DAY pressed appreciation that the course was available at the union among Seafarers, SIU members Hall Center," to; EPA Refrigera­ San Francisco Oct.3-4 Mon.-Tue. hall. "I can walk to the hall in five caution that the exam is difficult. tion Tech. Course, Paul Hall Cen­ San Francisco Oct. 5-6 Wed.-Thu. "I was surprised at how tough ter for Maritime Training and minutes, so this was very con­ Seattle Oct. 11-12 Tue.-Wed. venient," said Quintan, who it was, and I started studying two Education, P.O. Box 75, Piney Seattle Thu.-Fri. Oct. 13-14 graduated from the Lundeberg weeks in advance," said QMED Point, MD 20674, Attn: J.C. Honolulu Oct. 19-20 Wed.-Thu. School trainee program in 1980. Paul Peterson, who obtained Weigman. The book will be sent "I studied a lot before actually Jniversal certification at Piney by first class mail. (Be sure to Honolulu Oct. 21-22 Fri.-Sat. taking the class, and I learned Point. "It's harder than a lot of indicate an address where the Nov. 8-9 Port Everglades, Fla. Tue.-Wed. other Coast Guard exams, but if book should be sent.) quite a bit." Nov. 10-11 Port Everglades, Ra. Thu.-Fri. The EPA has found that the you listen to Eric, do the The Lundeberg School also is San Juan, P.P. Wed.-Thu. Nov. 16-17 Lundeberg School's course has workbook and take the prepara­ trying to make the book available Nov. 18-19 San Juan, P.P. Fri.-Sat, the highest pass rate among Ae tion seriously, you should be able for purchase directly from the many refrigeration technician o pass it." Nov. 29-30 Algdnac, Mich. Tue.-Wed. Deck Engineer Mike Phillips, ports where the courses are ceitihcation classes available. That Duiuth, Minn. Dec. 1-2 Thu.-Fri. scheduled. Check with the in­ pattern continued last month, and who took the class in Norfolk and dividual port agents to find out if Dec. 6-7 St. Louis Tue.-Wed. members attributed the results to earned Universal certification, the book is available in advance agreed. "1 got the book about a extensive preparation. For 1995 courses, seepage 23 in this edition of the LOG. "I read in the Seafarers LOG month ahead of time and studied at a particular hall. ' .V •I':': • ! '• • Sff • 1t rf;. '4 • "'•'••••-C-I.'. ' '.-I• •' %' • m•M •i'Oi?- • '.-.V. �10 0CnaER1994 SEAFAKRSLOe Slimmer Harvest Keeps Orgulf Crews Busy SIU crewmembers aboard the Orgulf tugboats Dick Conerly and J.N. Phillips have been very active as the summer sailing season along the Mississippi River is com­ ing to an end. The tugs are moving agricultural products that recently have been harvested along with the usual cargoes of mulch, coal, steel pipes and other items. "TTiis is a really busy time of year for us," noted Darrlen Vessell, lead deckhand aboard the J.N. Phillips. "Cargoes have to be moved, and there's always more to pick up." His views are echoed by John Gould, who sails in the same position aboard the Dick Conerly. "We have good crews on our tugs," Gould added. "They know what it means to get the cargo to its destination safe and on time." Orgulf tugs operate along the Mississip­ pi, Ohio, Tennessee, Illinois and Missouri rivers. The company is based in Cincinnati. . '-i v'v Cook Charles Jourdan has skillets warming on the stove as he prepares a specialty for the Dick Conerly crew. ' Cook Martha Smith plans a menu for the crew on board the J.N. Phillips. I ^ Deckhand Kenneth Marshall Lead Deckhand John Gould catches a Getting readyforworkonthe Conlooks In on the Conerty's galley, bite between shifts on the Coneriy. erty Is Utilltyman Rick Shirley. A shipyard conversion has given new life to a former tanker and more job opportuntities to Seafarers who sad along the Great Lakes. The Medusa Conquest reappeared on the Lakes three years ago as a self-unloading barge. The vessel had been a Standard Oil tanker delivering petroleum products to terminals along the Great Lakes. Following the conversion, Hannah & Medusa (H&M) Transport took over the barge's operations. Tlie tug James A. Hannah and the Medusa Conquest call on the ports of Chicago, Detroit and Toledo, Ohio after loading in Charlevoix, Mich. The pair works as an integrated tug/barge JJTB). "This is a good vessel," notes Glenn Ransom, who Duty Engineer Glenn Ransom keeps an eye on the engine board of the tug James A. Hannah. is duty engineer on the James A. Hannah. "It's the only one of its kind in the H&M Transport fleets. The Monitoring offloading operations from the control t>oard Is crew makes sure it stays Conveyorman Donald McDonald. in top condition." Doing his part to make sure the crew is in its top condition is Cook Gerald Relfenbark. Ran­ som says Reifenbark does a great job in feeding Ae members y aboard ship. "The •0 food and menus are top notch," he added. Unlike other Great Lakes tug/barges handled by Hannah Marine (the parent company of H&M Transport), the Medusa Con­ quest/James A. Hannah does not sail year-round.The cement barge lays up during the winter icing, while Hannah petroleum tug/barges operate around the calend^ on Lake Erie. Seafarers Operate One-of-a-Kind Tug/Barge on Lakes Helping to guide the barge Medusa Conquest Is Deckhand David It Is time to prepare another meal as Cook Second Conveyorman Wayne Bumham makes sure cement Tharp. The Medusa Conquest Is part of an ITB. Gerald Relfenbark heads Into the galley, offloads at a steady flow. �OCTOBER 1994 Seafarers Welfare Plan Anneunces Changes To Protect Benefits SEAFARERS LOG 11 Towing Safety Highlights Category Equipment Current Law Lffesaving and firefighting gear House iniand Safety Act Adds requirement for radar, depthfinder, compass or swing meter, charts and adequate towing equipment. The Seafarers Welfare Plan covered employment. Whereas inspection Only towing vessels that are inspected Coast Guard must develop inspe^ion (SWF) recently announced before, the maximum amount of program for all towing vessels within are those greater than 300 gross tons one year and send to Congress. operating seaward of the shoreline. several changes which are sickness and accident time designed to protect SIU credited as covered employment Licensing For uninspected towing vessel Eliminates existing operators licenses members' medical benefits. was 39 weeks, the maximums in operator's license, person must have and replaces them with master and These adjustments were the new schedule range from 180 mate licenses. Requires applicants for three years' relevant experience and detailed in a letter which on days to 20 days. pass a written exam. Second-class new or first-time renewal master and August 18 was sent to all SWF operator's license can be obtained with mate licenses to demonstrate (Note: There is no change in half the experience and passage of proficiency in operating a towing participants. the sickness and accident exam. vessel and use of navigational "The changes that were made benefits themselves. Seafarers equipment. were done for three reasons," said still may receive them for up to Nick Marrone, SWF ad­ 39 weeks.) Crew Documentation Aside from the licensed individuals and Requires all personnel that do not hold ministrator. "One is to ensure that • Seafarers will receive credit tankermen, no other crewmembers CG-issued license or document on are required to hold Coast Guard the Seafarers Welfare Flan con­ as covered employment for 50 towing and offshore supply vessels papers of any kind. and all unlicensed personnel tinues to protect members from percent of the time they attend employed in positions listed on a being financially ruined due to a upgrading courses at Ae Faul passenger vessel's certificate of catastrophic accident or illness. Hall Center, provided they suc­ inspection to carry a z-card. That protection comes in theform cessfully complete the course. of maintaining 100-percent • The SWF will pay a lifetime coverage of reasonable and cus­ maximum benefit of $10,000 per tomary charges for Seafarers and participant for home-hedth and by ensuring that the Flan has hospice care, with an annual max­ imum benefit of $2,000 for home long-term financial stability. nursing care. "The second reason is to allow • The SWF will pay a lifetime Continued from page 2 the Flan to continue affording the industry, which currently does marine equipment to hold a Coast maximum benefit of $50,000 out-patient coverage for depend­ not require crewmembers on tugs Guard document was a sensible ents which is included in the cur­ toward the treatment of any birth ducting its investigation of the or tows to hold z-cards. act. rent standard operating contract. defect or related condition result­ derailment, another accident took The union backed the plan be­ He pointed out that "what is This is a benefit that the member­ ing during pregnancy or as a place which spotlighted the neer cause it assures all members of a really required when yimeone for stricter waterway safety laws. towing vessel crew that they will gets a document is basically put­ ship indicated is extremely im­ result of pregnancy. • The SWF will pay a total On January 7, the barge Morris J. be working side to side with in­ ting down their name, social portant to them, but it has increased the Flan's expenses sig­ benefit of $2,000 for cardiac Berman, adrift after its towline dividuals who qualified for mer­ security number, producing a rehabilitation. broke, struck a coral reef off the chant mariner documents. nificantly. passport, giving an address, "One of the main questions coast of San Juan, F.R. and spilled "Finally, the Flan has estab­ SIU Fresident Michael Sacco, telephone number, the name of lished a number of procedural which was considered in making 600,0(X) gallons of oil, fouling in a communication to committee their employer, and, very impor­ safeguards to discourage any these and other changes is, 'What pristine beaches and killing fish members a few days before its tantly, there is a criminal back­ potential abuse of the system." can be done that is effective and and wildlife. meeting, noted that a recent Coast ground check conducted by the Marrone added that several of fair and that also has the least Guard study on towing vessel Coast Guard." monetary impact on the mem­ Documentation = Safety the changes simply are estab­ bers,"' Marrone noted. "With no manning "indicated that human Fields, Studds Push Bill During consideration of the error has been attributed as the lishments of yearly or lifetime action on the part of Congress to bill, the most hotly debated issue ceilings to be paid by the SWF. pass a nation^ health care bill to Fields and Studds urged the cause of the majority of marine Among the alterations an­ contain health care costs and dis­ was the requirement that z-cards accidents in the inland towing in­ committee to be guided by con­ cerns for safety and not what nounced by the SWF are the fol­ tribute them fairly, health care ex­ be mandatory for deckhands on dustry." towing vessels. lowing: would happen in the Senate. The penses will continue to skyrocket. 'Improves Competence' The measure to require that in­ , • Effective immediately, the So it's up to us to protect the Towing Vessel Navigational SWF will count maintenance and interests of Seafarers by keeping dividuals without licenses work­ "Upgrading the licenses of Safety Act of 1994 "will not live cure time as covered employment the medical plan on a sound and ing aboard towing vessels hold towing vessel operators and re­ or die by this or any other single only if a member's employer con­ secure track. Also, members can Coast Guard-issued merchant quiring a demonstration of provision," Studds said. Representative Bart Stupak tinues to make contributions on help the plan by closely checking mariner documents (known as z- proficiency of skills in using re­ his or her behalf to the SWF while their medical bills, maintaining cards) was strongly backed by the quired navigational equipment (D-Mich.) also spoke in favor of and in operating a vessel will cer­ the plan. "It is really a safety the member receives main­ healthy lifestyles and receiving SIU. In its research, the union had tainly improve the competence of issue." The bill would require "an tenance and cure payments. preventive care." found that in segments of the in­ individu^s employed on tugs on individual to apply at one of the • The SWF has established a Seafarers who did not receive dustry where merchant mariner the inland waterway system," regional inspection offices of the schedule to determine the amount a copy of the August 18 letter may documents are required for all Coast Guard, to provide proof of Sacco said. of covered employment a contact the SWF office at SIU shipboard personnel, human fac­ He also said the merchant citizenship, permanent residence, Seafarer can receive credit for headquarters, 5201 Auth Way, tors are less likely to be the cause mariner document requirement provide fingerprints, make avail­ under the sickness and accident Camp Springs, MD 20746, or by benefits based upon years of telephone at 1-800-CLAIMS4. of accidents than in the towing is not only a form of identifica­ able information so we cw do a tion but also a key indication that drivers license check because the holder has satisfied minimum only a drunk driving or a drug scrutiny by the Coast Guard and conviction can deny them the has remained in good stead, since merchant mariner document," he the document is subject to said. Stupak added that the require­ suspension or revocation on ment "is not unduly burdensome various grounds." Congress will adjourn this month without care reform in the past year, a number of facts Under Coast Guard proce­ on anybody." passing a health care reform bill, but the issue were pointed out which highlight the severity of the health care crisis. For example, an estimated dures, individuals who have been will not go away. 'Standardizes' Procedures found unfit for their shipboard The health care debate is sure to resurface in 38 million Ameficans do not have health care Representative Curt Weldon duties or a danger to themselves political campaigns between now and the coverage, and many others are underinsured. (R-Fenn.) noted that the towing Those who have coverage shoulder much of the and their shipmates, can have November elections, and those who favor companies in his area that work expense of treatment for the uninsured, in the their merchant mariner docu­ reform are expected to resume the push for com­ along the coastline of the eastern form of higher premiums and fees. ments revoked by the agency, prehensive changes when the House and Senate seaboard down to the Gulf of Additionally, for every dollar spent by an preventing them from finding fu­ reconvene early next year. Mexico require documents of ture shipboard employment. "We are determined to move forward in the individual with health insurance for health care their boatmen. He answered the effort to win national health care reform that services, less than half of that dollar goes to Tauzin Opposes Z-Cards opponents of the measure who provides every American access to quality care cover actual care. An estimated 18 percent goes Representative Tauzin argued said the document would be at a price they can afford," said AFL-CIO Fresi- to cover the uninsured; 11 percent is lost toclaim that the measure would not in­ meaningless by asking why, if dent Lane Kirkland. "Workers and their unions fraud; 13 percent is drained by paperwork and crease safety on towing vessels that was the case, are z-cards still have had that goal for generations, and that effort administrative costs; and nearly 20 percent is continues right now in our work in the 1994 taken by defensive medicine, meaning unneces­ and that it would create needless required of deep sea seamen. bureaucracy. He also said that if Weldon said the measure would sary tests and treatments which medical person­ elections." included in the overall bill, the help establish a standardized Kirkland also scolded the lawmakers who nel may call for in order to protect themselves requirement could threaten the system." "missed the opportunity" to solve the health c^e from patient lawsuits. i)ill's passage in the Senate. After discussing the merchant The SIU continues to join with the AFL-CIO crisis. "There is no doubt who blocked this his­ Arguing in favor of the mer­ mariner document part of the bill, and its other fellow affiliate unions in calling for toric opportunity at change: a coalition of chant mariner documentation the committee took a roll call vote reform which guarantees comprehensive, ir­ hidebound Republicans dedicated to gridlock }lan was Representative Jack on the provision. The 30 to 15 revocable coverage for every U.S. citizen; dis­ and some members in both houses and of both Fields (R-Texas), ranking vote secured its inclusion in the tributes costs fairly and establishes cost-control parties who are willing to do the bidding of minority member of the commit­ overall bill, which was later' mechanisms; and does not tax any portion of special interests." Fields emphasized that re­ adopted by the full House. Action tee. health care benefits. During the often fierce debates over health quiring individuals who work on is now up to the Senate. Safety Bill Passes House p; J \y ' :-p • . "A-C.' . [ .;.v Session Ends Without Heaith Reform, But the Debate is Far from Finished (SE^-S^T^'W.. - § -i. " �r• '•- :•. /</-• ' y'yr .'• 12 SEAFARERS LOG OCTORER1994 Lundeberg Students Maintain Manitou Restoring JFK's Yacht Falls to New Generation Between exposure to the ele By putting in an average of 15 ments and deterioration from the hours per weekend, per person simple passage of time, it takes a along with some work on wee lot of work to keep the 62-foot nights, "We're seeing results, and yawl Manitou in good shape. it definitely helps to know we're Used by President John F making a difference," said Kennedy, Ae Manitou has been Hulstrom. "At the same time, part of the Paul Hall Center's flee don't really care about instant of historic sailing and power ves­ results. I'm looking at the long sels since 1968. term. From the time the former "We want people from future racing yacht first arrived at the classes to help, in the restora­ center's Lundeberg School of tion—people who are genuinely Seamanship in Piney Point, Md., interested in the Manitou itself, its many people have had a hand in history and seeing it brough its upkeep. During the late 1980s back." and early 1990s, SIU retirees The boat, which was built near Johnny Johnston and William Piney Point at the M.M. Davis Drew, both now deceased, took a and Sons yard in Solomons Is­ There Is no shortage of work to be done aboard the Manitou \o get It back Into shape, as Merle Wooley particular interest in the vessel's land, Md., is made of oak and is finds out as he helps strip the hull to prepare It for priming and then painting. history and maintenance. They carvel-built with a teak deck anc spent countless volunteer hours mahogany trim. It features bronze caring for the 57-year-old craft. and brass fastenings and deck Nowadays, the yawl often is in hardware. the hands of a group of Lun­ deberg School trainees who also Won Many Races stepped forth about 12 weeks ago Named for a stretch in north­ on their own to help refurbish it. eastern Lake Michigan where she Led by Brian Hulstrom (Class won several races during the 527), a self-described JFK buff 1930s and 1940s, the Manitou who wa«s familiar with the had a number of owners before Manitou long before he came to being donated to the U.S. Coast Piney Point, a half-dozen stu­ Guard in 1955. dents have been spending their Kennedy and his family began spare time getting the boat back sailing the vessel in 1963 and used into sailing condition. it often that summer. After the "We don't have much free president's death that November, time, but we work on the Manitou the Manitou was returned to the whenever possible," said Coast Guard Academy to resume Hulstrom, who often is joined by ler career as a training vessel. Sanding the teak deck are Brande Doton (left) and Harris DeCario. fellow students Merle Wooley, In 1968 the Lundeberg School Brande Doton, Rebecca Gaton, Lynford Robles and others. mrchased the Manitou from the "She's coming along," added graduating, I'm sorry to be leav­ "Something with that kind of his­ Defense Department Surplus Wooley. "Other students are ing before the work on the tory, it should be a landmark and Sales Agency in a closed bid. The taking an interest too, so hopeful- Manitou is done," said Hulstrom. it should be in top shape. We're K)at has been part of the school's y, as we graduate, others will "I'm looking forward to helping hoping that others will continue loating museum since. continue the work." out some more when I come back this tradition and will see that Like the volunteers who went to upgrade. Enjoying the Effort every little bit of effort can make before them, Hulstrom and his "But for now, the engine a difference." While none of the other stu­ leers said the biggest reward works fine and we'd really like to dents initially could match Tom their work is a feeling of get her in good enough shape that Plenty Of Work Julstrom's historical knowledge accomplishment. we can take her out. Even if it's The students have found no of the AfaniVou, they quickly 'To tell you the truth, as much just for five minutes, that's going Brian Hulstrom sands part of the shortage of tasks. Their work thus earned. They also expressed as I'm looking forward to to be our reward." yawl's Interior. far has included restoring the inte­ pride in being part of the boat's rior center cabin, staining, shining restoration. Floating Phosphorous from New Orleans to Tampa bronze and brass fixtures, sanding 'I feel I'm making a contribu­ and oiling the deck and more. tion to something that's Last month, the group stripped worthwhile," said Doton. "I knew the hull and primed it for painting. a little about the Manitou, plus I Seafarers aboard the tug Margaret They also had begun work on the ike working with wood and res­ S. Cooper (which also has a 300craft's electrical system. toring things." foot barge) recently transported phosphorous from the New Orleans area to Tampa, Fla. "It's off-shore work, much different from what smaller tugs do," explained Patrol­ man Steve Judd, who along with Patrolman Bob Milan serviced the vessel In New Orleans. Pictured at left are Engineer William Judd Sr., Steve Judd and AB William Judd Jr. Below, from left, are Deckhand Mike Maggett, Deckhand Eddie Moore, Steve Judd, Mate David Quelpo (an SIU hawse-piper). Cook A. Steven­ son and AB David Kuhlman. Fermin Morin peers out from a hatch as he checks the Manitou's electrical system. / �OCTOBER 1904 SEAFARERS LOG Seafarers aboard the Ready Reserve Force (RRF) vessel Cape Mohican last month were honored by the Maritime Ad­ ministration (MarAd) for their performance during extensive sealift exercises which took place from May to August at Naha, Okinawa and Pohang, Republic of Korea. SIU members, officers and of­ ficials from OMI Corp. (which operates the ship for MarAd) received the Administrator's Professional Ship Award during a ceremony aboard the Mohican in Norfolk, Va.—just two weeks before the ship was activated to support U.S. military operations in Haiti. Outstanding Performance In presenting the award, Mayank Jain, director of MarAd's South Atlantic region, commended the crewmembers for their "outstanding perfor­ mance." Jain said, "The crew was a testament that our maritime unions, like the Seafarers Interna­ tional Union and the American Maritime Officers, can supply first-rate, top-quality crews." He also noted the "superb operational record and readiness of the Cape Mohican, which has a history of successful service in both Desert Storm and in support of various Departmentof Defense exercises." Maritime Administrator Al­ bert J. Herberger, in a con­ gratulatory letter sent to the company, captain and crew, noted, "The high level of visibility of this exercise not only shows that national sealift remains important, but is of great value to this country. "I commend (all) personnel on their outstanding effort. They have proven once again what dedication, skill and determina­ tion can accomplish." SIU President Michael Sacco, also conveyed his congratulations to the crew through SIU Port Agent Mike Paladino, who repre- Caim Mohieatt Lauded For Rtrie bi Sealitt Exends^ ^„,N.STRATOR^^rESS,ON^ GREETINGS, BE IT KNOWN THAT THE READY RESERVE FORCE SHIP gapeJWphiran HAS EARNED SPECIAL RECOGNITION FOR PROFESSIONAL OPERATION AND EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE, SUPPORT OR READINESS DURING l&cmise 'lFS3Eim<m «AN\-SK ^--fococceptLoiinl stance in proinbtng catgo optratisns in eufipDrr oF ^tcciet WatNahtt.^oufg onbpohat^, TlUpublic of JSnrca, tiucin^ the ptcioi) Vna^ toAugust IPOT-. Septembers, IRg'F DATE The Administrator's Professional Ship award was given to the Cape Mohicanior exceptional service in providing cargo operations in support of Freedom Banner '94. sented the union at the ceremony. Sacco thanked the crew for thentremendous effort and a job well-done." The Mohican was honored for its work during Freedom Banner '94, part of MarAd's Joint Logis­ tics Over the Shore (JLOTS) ex­ ercises. "Basically, JLOTS are prac­ tices to get ready for real sealift operations," explained Bill Hellwege, who teaches the Lundeberg School's sealift prepared­ ness classes. "In some cases, all [U.S. Armed Forces] send equip­ ment out to the ships, which anchor and then try different loading and unloading opera­ tions." JLOTS operations nor­ mally have taken place once a year, beginning in 1986. Freedom Banner '94 to a large extent was spawned by recent tensions between the U.S. and North Korea. The U.S. Navy, Army and Marine Corps took part in the operations. The Mohican, a participant in several previous JLOTS drills, was tabbed to par­ ticipate because of its unique design and demonstrated ver­ satility. Built 21 years ago in Mas­ sachusetts, the Mohican (as well as its sister ships. Cape Men­ docino and Cape May) was operated commercially until 1986, when it was turned over to MarAd. Since then, the vessel's cargocarrying configuration has been enhanced to bolster its role as a military lighterage carrier. For example, additional pedestals have been added to all decks to allow the ship to carry undersized lighterage, and container adapter frames (originally designed for carrying containers while the ship was in commercial use) have been modified to allow transport of many different types of 13 military lighterage. The Mohican is 875 feet long, 106 feet wide and has a maximum draft of 39 feet when fully loaded. The ship displaces 57,290 tons and has a service speed of 19.25 knots. The vessel also features a state-of-the-art firefighting sys­ tem and a 2,000 ton selfsynchronizing elevator which is capable of lifting two barges simultaneously. Because the Mohican's barges can be removed, the ship during military support missions has car­ ried a wide range of materiel, in­ cluding tug boats, fuel storage containers, tanks and jeeps. Seafarers who crewed the Mohican during some or all of Freedom Banner '94 include Bosun Andrew Mack, ABs Gary White, Thomas Votsis, Llndsey Rhodes, Frank Adams, Albert Alexander, and John Cartes Jr. and OSs Patrick Carter, Troy Mack and Martin Josephson Jr. Manning the engine depart­ ment were Electricians Samuel Monroe and Donald Christian, Oilers Clarence Mosley, Jeffrey Stuart and John Robinson and DEUs Castel Blunt and William Prince. The galley gang was com­ prised of Chief Steward Tannous Bachir, Chief Cook Robert Allen and SAs Marjorie Mack, Anthony Houston .and Mohamed Saleh. •S i'' . .. : •-.'•'y '•i Honorees and guests await the start of the ceremony, which took place last month in Norfolk, Va. si' Representatives from the SIU, the American Maritime Officers and OMI Corp. accept the MarAd award during a ceremony aboard the Cape Mohican. Pictured from left are Bosun Andrew Mack, SIU Port Agent Mike Paladino, Captain Paul Foran, William Hogg, VP of OMI Ship Management, and AMO Rep. John Adams. Helping make the CapeMohicana good feeder are, from left. Steward Prior to the award ceremony. Seafarers meet with SIU Port Agent Mike Paladino to discuss union matters. Assistants Mohamed Saleh and Marjorie Mack and Chief Steward Pictured from left to right are (front row) AB Thomas Votsis, Paladino, Bosun Andrew Mack and DEU William Prince, (back row) AB Gary White, Electrician Donald Christian and AB Frank Adams. Tannous Bachir. '.. J: / 'i ./ , f: './'lliy. ... �14 OCTOBER 1994 SEAFAnaiS LOG With the SIU at Guadalcanal: A War Diary by James M. Smith where we are now anchored. She is Sealark Channel with destroyer es­ hands won't heal in this climate, operations at noon Friday, on the beach, but probably can be cort. 0700: anchored off beach and and some of the troops who have Christmas Day. There is a great dif­ salvaged although the No. 1 and began discharging cargo into bar­ been here for several months look ference between the soldiers and the Marines. Of course, they No. 4 holds are ripped open and the ges. 1430: a red flag runs up over bad. haven't been through boot camp, sea is washing in and out with the on the beach, signal lights blink Tulagi harbor is a beautiful and Fm probably prejudiced, but I tide. Aboiit 1,000 yards to seaward rapidly for a moment. Condition place, scenically, and would make get the imjiression that this certain corporal and of us are six destroyers patrolling R^! Air attack! a fine resort if it wasn't for the is somewhat lacking in battalion as an expert slowly back and forth. The word is terrific heat. Green-clad mountains offensive spirit. of 50-caliber that they have sunk two subs in the surround the harbor, and small, machine last few days. jungle-covered islands dot the sur­ guns. face of the bay. There are some This stretch of water, the 25 In Sep­ miles between here and Tulagi har­ sunken ships although most traces tember of bor and Florida Island, is known as of the severe fighting that took place here in August between the that year, the Torpedo Junction. Florida Island is Almost immediately, several James M. Smith Germans visible in the distance. It is here, in 1st Raider Bn. and the Japs have were attack- this narrow strait that the big naval squadrons of P-38s and Gruman disappeared. Some of the crew have As we left for our anchorage at ing their neighbors, and the build­ battles have taken place in the past Wildcats roar into the air, climbing got some good souvenirs from the Tulagi this evening, the Army's steeply. All barges pull away from up for WWII was under way. As a few months. Smashed up ships, natives, but so far I have not been 155s opened up and began shelling Marine. Smith had taken a course both Allied and Jap, litter the whole the ship and we get under way so fortunate. the Jap-held ridge to the north. before the anchor is completely in basic electricity and thus was vicinity. I'm even beginning to doubt if They put over quite a barrage and raised. We get out in the channel well situated to take advantage of Along the flat, coconut-lined we shall be back in the States by the soldiers say that they keep it up the opportunity to take the U.S. beach from here to Lunga Point is where we can maneuver and make February at the rate we are going. all night, every night. What a rack­ a moving target. Four destroyers Commerce Department exam for where the 1st Marine Division, in­ Over on Cactus, the Marines and et. I'm glad I'm not a Jap oh that cruise around watching for subs, an electrician's endorsement. CBs are taking 4-to-I odds that we cluding my old outfit—A Co. 1st Brother Smith continued to sail Bn. 5th Marines—made their land- and all guns are manned and ready. get this rust-bucket sunk in the next ridge. Last Sunday I went ashore at The Marine fighters stopped the during WWII, the Korean conflict ing on August 8. The entire area is 10 days. Nuts to those guys! Tulagi for a look around the island. bombers over 10 miles away and and the early part of the Vietnam ripped and riddled from gunfire. They've been up there in the boon­ war and upgraded at the union's There is hardly a top of a tree left, shot down about 14 of them. The docks too long. They're hoping we I went out to the small island con­ school in Brooklyn to third assis­ and the tree trunks are slashed with last we saw of the Japs was two get sunk. Then we'd have to come nected by a causeway where the Japs had a fortified position around bombers going into the clouds with tant engineer. ashore and camp in their mud holes their machine shops. The place has shrapnel. a swarm of fighters after them. I During part of his seafaring ^ dive-bom^ unUl don't know if we lost any or not, but under (he trees instead of sMiig ctnt years, he kept a journal. Last month here with good food, iced drinks there isn't a square foot that hasn't some of the 8th Marines that have the Seafarers LOG published Part been hit. The stench from planted been here over a month say they and clean beds. I of his narrative from aboard the The air raids we have every day Japs is still strong. I didn't stay will return tomorrow. Some of our SS Del Brasil. This is the remaining gun crews are disappointed that aren't as bad as they may sound long. portion. they didn't get to fire a single since the Japs seldom get by our December 23. We were at Marine fighters offshore. When Guadalcanal all day and Tulagi all round. Guadalcanal, 1942 Henderson Field is just beyond 1530: back at anchor, worked one does, we keep him so high with night. You sure could tell there was the palm groves, and they have built December 8. It's a small cargo. 1550: received signal from our anti-aircraft guns that he can't a war on today! I watcjied our artil­ a fighter strip about a mile away. world. Today I heard that a former lery lay down heavy barrages along destroyer—submarine contact; do any accurate bombing. Planes are roaring in and out all day December 20. Tonight there Marine was in the Held hospital, the ridge and Marine fighters straf­ bearing 180 degrees. A few depth "Cub One." Gunnery Sgt. Harold long from both fields. Over near the charges, and back to work. 1630: is a "bomber's moon" shining and ing the Japs all day. There was a See and I were both PFCs on the fighter strip sortie Gruman fighters under way for Tulagi where we are the stars are twinkling in a clear great deal of air activity, but I Houston. He made corporal about lie where they were smashed up in now anchored. We will be here at blue sky. A very beautiful sight, no haven't found out yet just what is the time I got off. When I saw him a terrific naval shelling a couple of least two weeks unloading, maybe doubt, what with the South Sea Is­ going on. I suppose the Japs are today, he sure looked bad. Said he weeks ago. The whole place is more. trying to get reinforcements in was on Cactus for 108 days, and ankle deep in mud, and there are air again. I always invite Marines who during one firefight, his Marines attacks almost every night. From used to be my shipmates out to the ' There hasn't been much sniping had the Japs stacked up five deep the ship I can see the Jap positions ship for some chow and a shower. around here lately, but like Gunny along the riverbank. I asked Harold in the hills to the west—with field They look at my quarters with its See said, "Ya gotta watch 'em, if those Japs were as tough as we glasses, of course, since they are private toilet and shower, clean boy." I got a fake Jap battle flag have heard. He just shook his head about eight miles away. sheets, innerspring mattress, etc. from a Marine today for a can of land romance and all that stuff. But Everything is quiet so far today. and said, "You gotta watch 'em, beer. It's well made of parachute It's always, "Hey, Smitty, how the boy. You gotta watch 'em!" I hear that there is to be a big opera­ hell do you rate this?" Sometimes I just try lighting a cigarette on cloth with fine stitching. There are Tomorrow they are putting him on tion by the Army units tomorrow- feel a bit ambivalent about my job deck—against orders! Some Jap a lot of them around the area. the USS Solace for a trip to the trying to get the Japs off that ridge. as chief electrician since I am a sniper over in the jungle will take a December 24, Christmas pot shot at you before the match At 0800 some men from the 2nd States. He is one tough Marine! qualified expert rifleman, BAR and goes out. They never hit anyone, Eve. Tulagi Harbor, Solomon Is­ On the way back to the ship from Raider Bn. and some CBs came 50-cal. machine gun—to say noth­ lands. Over at Guadalcanal today I Cub One, I hitched a ride in a jeep. aboard to work cargo. .These ing of experience on a 5-inch 25. but it does get tense. December 22. This past met some old shipmates in the 2nd Who should be driving but Lt. Marines are from the battalion that But what die hell, you can get killed Marines. During the afternoon, we Baker (now captain) who was Pit. last month killed 400Japs with only just as dead out here on the ship as weekend was uneventful with only had one air raid. It was very hot Lt. of 2nd Platoon of A/1/5 when I 17 casualties. Some of them have you can up there on the ridge. With one air raid and no damage done. again today although we had a rain was at Quantico in the FMF. Arriv­ malaria (who doesn't?) and most all this ammo and gasoline on Sunday, our marine air outfit took squall just before Condition Red ing at the beach, I returned to the have jungle sores that won't heal on board, right now we're no doubt off from Henderson Field and sounded. Two Marines from the 8th ship in a Higgins boat. The their arms and legs. They say the much nearer the Pearly Gates than bombed the Japs up at Munda. In Regiment came down from the coxswain turned out to be Navy Japs are in awful condition, and we are the Golden Gate. Be that as the afternoon, a PBY came in with front line and had dinner with me. seaman Stinson. He was my neigh­ now that they are isolated, they are it may, I surely didn't think I would 14 Jap prisoners and an Australian After dinner they went back up and bor in Mobile, Ala. last fall when slowly starving to death. Still, they be doing my Xmas shopping on woman. The first white woman I've rejoined their unit. They said they seen down here in the Solomons. the Japs attacked Pearl Harbor. Old won't surrender to a Marine and Guadalcanal this year! seem to prefer to be shot At 1630 The word is that she has been up on have been up there for 21 days and home week. December 19. Last Monday are starting a big operation tomor­ we got under way for Tulagi with a December 11. Finally under destroyer escort. We have to come morning we had some difficulty New Georgia with her radio set for row, Christmas Day. way for Guadalcanal at 0800. Our over here every night or be tor­ getting the anchor up, missed our the past few months working for MI as a coast watcher. She is about 40 convoy consists of two cargo/troop Tin Can escort, and so have been years old and looks like she has had pedoed. Ships escorted by four destroyers. lying here in Tulagi harbor all a tough time. The Jap prisoners December 14. About 2300 Yesterday the cruiser New Orleans week. We have had two air raids came in with bomb damage on her last night "Washing Machine Char­ almost every day and no one seems were all tied together and scared stem, but she's still combat ready. lie" came over as usual and dropped to know what's going on. About stiff; they look to be about 18 or 19 Worked all day getting lights and several bombs. He is flying a twin 1,000 miles to the west. Dugout years old. I don't know where they Well, things are quiet over here cargo winches ready for working engine "Betty" with un- Doug's Aussies and Americans are came from. This morning we got under way at Tulagi this evening, but it doesn't cargo under combat conditions. synchronized engines. Thus, the pounding the Japs at Buna. Tonight there are Jap subs reported name. A Navy CPO aboard told me Meanwhile, 150 miles north of at 0430 and proceeded across the seem like Christmas Eve. Everyin the area, so we are pushing our that one of the bombs hit a PT boat, here, the Japs are building a field at channel to Guadalcanal to begin thing is all blacked out and there's steam turbines at full speed with all but that is the first damage he has Munda and preparing for an attack unloading. At last! No air raids no celebrating or anything. The gun today, although during a work crews are all standing by since we nozzles open. I'm bushed, so I'm done for several weeks. on this place to try to retake it. break I watched our B-17s bombing ^e expecting "Washing Machine Later this morning, at about going to hit the sack and cruise at Well, here it is five days until about 40 fathoms for a few hours. 0330, a Jap they call "Reveille Joe" Christmas, and we have hardly a Jap position about eight miles Charlie" in a little while. This being Never mind the submarines: if came over along the Guadalcanal started to discharge our cargo. I froin the ship. Yesterday, a CB was a special night for us, he may bring you're gonna get it< you're gonna side of the channel. They made it so have had the fever all week and feel driving a truckload of land mines some of his friends, hot with anti-aircraft fire that he awful. The temperature is about when he had a collision with December 25. Friday, get it. took off without dropping his 110 degrees on deck and over 120 another track. We heard the ex- Christmas Day. Up at0315 to stand December 13. Arrived at Guadalcanal at 0700 and anchored bombs. We could* see the AA fire degrees in theengineroom. It seems plosion at Tulagi, 23 miles away, by anchor control for getting under The soldiers who are working way. There was a fresh morning about 150 yards offshore. Inshore from where we were—very impres­ that everyone is getting malaria in from us is a C-2 type cargo ship that sive! spite of the atabrine we take. The cargo on the ship today are 0430: under way back across small cuts and scratches on my scheduled to take over combat ConHnued on page 21 was torpedoed last week right Pensioner James M. Smith joined the SIU in Baltimore in August 1939 immediately after leaving the • r. •i .. �. . .• •,! .; • •;',."sv, •. ;••• ; .•• y^ 0CrmBI1994 SOFAKKUm Dispatchers' Report for Deep Sea —— November i [tebembm 19S4 . Membemhip Meetings j^ep Sea, Lakes, InlandWaters AUGUST 16 — SEPTEMBER 15.1994 •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Trip Reliefs DECK DEPARTMENT 11 5 ••REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C I 9., , .12 i Piney Point Monday; November 7, December 5 New York ^esday* November 8, December 6 _ Philadelphia Wednesday: November 9, December 7 Baltimore Thursday: November 10, December 8 Norfolk Thursday: November 10, December S Jacksonville Thursday: November 10, December 8 ' Algonac Monday: November 14* Friday: December 9 .•S'' • cluinged byVeterans De^ holiday 0 0 0 195 200 50 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 20 ~ -»™_ 4 4 1 n Norfolk Mobile 8 New Orleans 13 Jacksonville 14 pan Francisco lA II Seattle 12 Puerto Rico 6 IHonoIulu 6 Houston St Louis ws Piney Point Algonac Totals Port Philadelphia C Baltimore 6 Norfolk 4 Mobile 4 New Orleans 6 ladcsonville 9 Sim Francisco 30 Wilmington 10 Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St. Louis Algonac Totals Port New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans lijaiksbnville |San FianciScb Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu ' ittdustoh St. Louis Kney Point Algonac Totals Totals All aents566 mM Houston Monday: November 14, December 12 NewOrleans Tuesday: November 15, December 13 Mobile Wednesday: November 16, December 14 f ' '' San Francisco f: Thursday: November 17, December 15 Wifanington Monday: November 21, December 19 • "amiA'... Seattle oeanie . , Friday: November 25, December 23 I Sail Jtian Thursday: November 10, December 8 I. St Louis Friday: November 18^ Elecember 16 fiiiiiSf Honolulu ' Friday: November 18, December 16 Duluth Wednesday: November 16, December 14 Jersey Ci^ Wednesday: November 23, December 21 New Bedford Tuesday: November 22, December 20 •? . /••'.A:. •••• 1 ' I I •' A- ^ • 1 \ i: 0 0 110 113 ^ ^TEWARD DEPARTMENT 10 1 0 2 0 456 516 128 141 904 1326 57. Registered" means the number of men who actually registered for shipping at the port last month Beach" means the total number of men registered at the port at the end of last mnnth A total of 1,241 jobs were shipped on SlU-contracted deep sea vessels. Of the 1241 iobs shinnoH • k orabout37 percent were ta^^^^ •• A;.- Ewth port's meeting sbirts at m^ajn. Personals ALLEN CAMPBELL ^ Please contact Brian Campbell at 33 Union 935^6 or call (201) 37^8^1 TOM CASEY Werner collect at (618) DEBBIE MAHLER Samuels at Si . D . at 980 52nd Street, Brooklyn, NY 11219^002-80. KENNETH MULDERIG Please contact Mrs. Helen Prevatt at Star NORBERTO "ALBERT" PINEDA Please contact Laura Hand Comilsen at 406 G^t Avenue, Rock Falls, XL 61071. Your sister IS 111. LEONARDO SINISI Seb^F^°3"?^o'-^ SIU TRAINEE CLASS 527 Carol Davis and Tom Kuss of the Claims to thank snPPOrt and help in getting their possessions into storage after a fire swept through their house on September 5. "In all foat rush, dirt, smoke, smell and water you packed and moved it all without breaking one thing. We can t even or ever begin to thank you We can wish you a wonderful life and smwjth sailing. You 11 always be in our prayers." -..>1 .' y. K .. 'i- • AAAA,;';... �0CWRER1994 16 SEAFARERS LOG Dispatchers' Report for Great Lakes Seafarers International Unkm Directory MfehaelSacco President JduiFay Secretary-Treasurer JosephSarxo Executive Vice President AugiistinTdlez Vice PresidentCollective Bargaining George McCarbiey Vice President West Coast Roy A. **80011" Mercer Vice President Government Services JackCaffey Vice President Atlantic Coast Byron Kelley Vice President Lakes and Inland Waters DeanCorgey Vice President Gutf Coast HEADQUARTERS 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 (301)899-0675 ALGONAC 520 St. Clair River Dr. Algonac, MI 48001 (810)794-4988 BALTIMORE 1216 E. Baltimore St. Baltimore, MD 21202 (410)327-4900 DULUTH 705 Medical Arts Building Duluth, MN 55802 (218)722-4110 HONOLULU 606KalihiSt. Honolulu, HI 96819 (808)845-5222 HOUSTON 1221 Pierce St. Houston, TX 77002 (713)659-5152 JACKSONVILLE 3315 Liberty St. JacksonvUle, FL 32206 (904)353-0987 JERSEY CITY 99 Montgomery St. JerseyCity,NJ 07302 (201)435-9424 MOBILE 1640 Dauphin Island Pkwy. Mobile, AL 36605 (205)478-0916 NEWBEDFORD 48 Union SL New Bedford, MA 02740 (508)997-5404 NEW ORLEANS 630 Jackson Ave. NewOrleans, LA 70130 (504)529-7546 NEWYORK 635 Fourth Ave. Brooklyn, NY 11232 (718)499-6600 NORFOLK 115ThirdSL Norfolk, VA 23510 (804)622-1892 PHILADELPHIA AUGUST 16 — SEPTEMBER 15,1994 CL—Company/Lakes L—^Lakes NP WL REGISTERED aassCL^CpaLTciassNP I2 27i 0 Port Algonac Port Algonac 16 ^ ClsssC^S^L OassNP 21 0*'"""' 13 QassCL CassL CassNP DECK DEPARTMENT 0 25 7 ^ ENGINE DEPARTMENT 0 n 13 . . -. , STEVl^ARD DEPARTMENT 0 7 4 ENTRY DEPARTMENT i#'- BEACH TOTALSHIPFED 0 0 0 38 0 m. 0 25 74 91 0 24 Totals All Departments 0 61 39 0 43 * "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. Dispatchers' Report for Inland Waters AUGUST 16 — SEPTEMBER 15,1994 •TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Cl^ A Class B Class C Region Atlantic Coast Gulf Coast Lakes & Inland West Coast Totals Region Atlantic Coast Gulf Coast Lakes & Inland Waters West Coast Totals Region Atlantic Coast Gulf Coast Lakes & Inland Waters West Coast Totals - ofjiA *; 4 St Philadelphia,"PA 19148 (215)336-3818 PINEY POINT P.O. Box 75 Piney Point, MD 20674 (301)994-0010 PORT EVERGLADES 2 West Dixie Highway Dania, FL 33004 (305)921-5661 SAN FRANCISCO 350 Fremont St. San Francisco, CA 94105 (415)543-5855 Government Services Division (415)861-3400 SANTURCE 1057 Fernandez Juncos Ave., Stop 16Vi Santurce, PR 00907 (809)721-4033 SEATTLE 2505 First Ave. Seattle, WA 98121 (206)441-1960 ST. LOUIS 4581 Gravois Ave. SL Louis, MO 63116 (314)752-6500 WILMINGTON 5ION. Broad Ave. Wilmington, CA 90744 (310)549-4000 48 1 55 0 7 0 3 10 0 7 0 22 29 ""1. 23 0 25 0 1 0 0 1 0 2 0 0 2 • '3-' 0 0 0 0 0 1 3 .3^:; 0 7 , 0 3 0 5 8 TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B QassC DECK DEPARTMENT 0 0 ' 1 4 4 2 0 1 19 47 4 87 51 9 109 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 0 0 0 3 0 0 0 8 1 0 0 0 3 8 1 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 0 0 0 3 0 1 0 0 4'' 3 0 i 6 0 6 ••REGISTERED ON BEACH AH Groups Class A Class B Class C 27 7 49 3 86 • •• 3 12 0 18 - f 7 0 0 2 32 0 37 4 0 21 0 46 67 2 11 0 5 18 0 2 0 1 3 10 16 m 6 w-fsm 90 25 141 60 10 123 39 87 11 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. SlUBULLETIM % PUBLIC HEALTH s RECORDS AVAILABLE Members who were treated at United States Public Health Service Hospitals may obtain their medical records by writing to PHS Health Data Center, OWL Hansen's Disease Center, Car- > ville, LA 70721. To make sure arequest is answered quickly, be sure to include the name, date of birth, social security number, the facility where treatment g was received and the approximate dates « of treatment for the individual in ques- ff tion. PAY VOUCHERS NEEDED WITH SOME VACATION APPLICATIONS Seafarers who have sailed aboard military vessels should provide copies of their pay vouchers when filing for vacation benefits related to employment. U.S. Coast Guard discharges do not show exact dates of employment, so the pay vouchers must be sub­ mitted as well. Applications submitted without ^ PORT ARTHUR, TEXAS ^ copies of pay vouchers will be held MEMBERSHIP MEETING i in a pending status until the proper ON NOVEMBER 2 1 verification is received. % § A general informational Seafarers membership meeting will be held on Wednesday, November 2, 1994 at 2:00 5 p.m. It will take place at the Ramada Inn on Highway 87 in Port Arthur. Contact the Houston SlU hall for fur­ ther information. FLU SHOTS BEING GIVEN IN PORT OF SEATTLE Virginia Mason Clinic will offer flu ? shots on Tuesday, November 8, 1994, between 9:00 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. and between 1:(X) p.m. and 3:00 p.m. at the Seattle union hall, located at 2505 1st Avenue. In order to expedite the necessary ' paperwork, it is requested that each ; member call the hall one week prior to Novembers (telephone206-441-1960) if he or she intends to receive a shot. To utilize this benefit, a member must be qualified under the rules of the plan. He or she must bringproo/o/720 days seatime for 1993 and one day employment after May 14,1994. (There are no exceptions to this rule.) •; •w �OCTOBER 1994 SEAFARERS LOG T he Seafarers Pension Plan this month announced the retirements of 21 SIU members who have completed their careers as U.S.-flag merchant mariners. Ten of those signing off sailed in the deep sea division, seven sailed the inland waterways, and one worked in the Railroad Marine division. Among those joining the ranks of the retirees is Brother Sam Thorny Brooks who graduated from the bosun recertification course at the Lundeberg School in Piney Ppint, Md. Nine of the retiring Seafarers served in the U.S. military— five in the Army and four in the Navy. Of all the Seafarers signing off.this month, Brother Victor Tamulis sailed the longest, having joined the union in 1948 in the port of New York. Brief biological sketches of Brothers Brooks, Tamulis and the others follow. DEEP SEA SAM THOMAS BROOKS, 62, a grad­ uate of the Andrew Fiiruseth Training School, Joined the Seafarers in 1963 in the port of New Orleans. Bom in Georgia, he sailed in the deck department. Brother Brooks in­ structed lifeboat and AB classes at Piney Point and was appointed port agent for a period of time in New York under Paul Hall. He frequently upgraded at the Lundeberg School and completed the bosun recertification course in 1974. He served in the U.S. Army from 1948 to 1955. Brother Brooks retired to Las Vegas, Nev. GREGORIO LOPEZ HER­ NANDEZ, JR., 59, began his sailing career with the SIU in 1962 in the port of Houston. The Texas native sailed in the deck department. Brother Hernandez served in the U.S. Army from 1956 to 1957. He has retired to his native state. RAFAEL LUIS LUGO, 50, a native of Puerto Rico, began sailing with the union in 1967 in the port of New York. Brother Lugo graduated from the Andrew Furuseth Training School in New York. He sailed in both the deck and engine departments. Brother Lugo upgraded his skills at the Lundeberg School. He served in the U.S. Army from 1965 to 1967. Brother Lugo currently resides in New York. CARL MARGIN, 65,joined the Seafarers in 1972 in the port of Detroit, Mich. Brother Marcin started sailing in the Great Lakes division. He then trans­ ferred to the deep sea division, sailing in the deck department. Brother Marcin served in the U.S. Army from 1946 to 1948. He makes his home in New York. department in both the Great Laikes and inland divisions. Brother O'Connor served in the U.S. Navy from 1948 to 1952. He continues to reside in Ohio. To Our New Pensioners ... Thanks for a Job Well Done Each month in the Seafarers LOG, the names of SIU members who recently have become pensioners appear with a brief biographical sketch. These men and women have served the maritime industry well, and the SIU and all their union brothers and sisters wish them happiness and health in the days ahead. CLARENCE VICTOR MASON, 65, bom in Wisconsin, joined the SIU in 1969 in the port of Duluth, Minn. He started sailing in the Great Lakes division, then moved to deep sea ships as a member of the engine department. Brother Mason served in the U.S. Army from 1947 to 1%2. He has retired to Wisconsin. AMIN BEN RAJAB HI, 54, joined the union in 1973 in the port of New York. He sailed in the deck depart­ ment. Brother Rajab frequently upgraded his skills at the Lun­ deberg School. He lives in his na­ tive New York. RAMON A. REYES, 57, began sailing with the Seafarers in 1964 in the port of New York. The Puerto Rican native sailed in the deck depart­ ment. Brother Reyes has retired to New York. VICTOR TAMULIS, 67, began sailing with the SIU in 1948 in the port of New York. He sailed in both the inland and deep sea divisions as a member of the deck depart­ ment. Brother Tamulis served in the U.S. Navy from 1944 to 1946. A native of Massachusetts, he currently resides in Texas. 1974 in the port of Norfolk, Va. He sailed in the deck department. Boatman Dize served in the U.S. Coast Guard from 1951 to 1954. He has retired to the state of his birth, Virginia. ALEJO COLLAZO, 62, a native of Puerto Rico, joined the Seafarers in 1976. Boatman Collazo sailed in the steward department. He last worked aboard Crowley Towing & Transportation vessels. Boatman Collazo lives in Florida. FREDERICK GLAD­ STONE JR., 65, a native of Maryland, began sailing with the Seafarers in 1970 in the port of Baltimore. He sailed in the steward department. Boatman Gladstone served in the U.S. Navy from 1946 to 1969. He con­ tinues to call Maryland home. ELDON OTTO MAR­ SHALLJR, 69, joined the union in 1968 in the port of St. Louis, Mo. Boatman Marshall sailed in the engine department. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1942 to 1945. Bom in Indiana, Boatman Marshall continues to make his home there. 17 NORMAN E. MOENNICH,61,a native of Ohio, joined the Seafarers in 1961 in the port of Cleveland. He sailed in the deck depart­ ment—first in the Great Lakes division and then transferring to the inland division. He currently resides in Ohio. JOSEPH SELF, 64, joined the union in 1958 in the port of Hous­ ton. He sailed in the deck depart­ ment. Boatman Self worked aboard National Marine ves­ sels. He has retired to his native Texas. GREATLAKES ROBERT E. BERTRAND, 65, began sail­ ing with the SIU in 1977 in the port of Alpena, Mich. He was a mem­ ber of the steward department. ITie Michigan native continues to make his home in that state. GERALD J. O'CONNOR, 62,joined the SIU in 1964 in the port of Cleveland. He sailed in the engine WILLIAM EARL WILCOX, 62, a native of Michigan, began sailing with the Seafarers in 1961 in the port of Detroit. He was a meniber of the deck department, sailing in both the inland and Great Lakes divisions. He calls Michigan home. RAILROAD MARINE ROBERT E. CALLIS, 66, joined the SIU in 1960 in the port of Nor­ folk, Va. Brother Callis graduated from the Pilot - Inland Upgrad­ ing Program at the Lundeberg School in 1973. He served in the U.S. Army from 1946 to 1947. Brother Callis continues to reside in Virginia. ' CORRECTIONS SAMUEL L. LOFTIN, 61, joined the union in 1959 as a boatman, not in 1965, as printed in the September Seafarers LOG. The photographs of JOHN S. MONACO and ALFRED ZAPOLNEK were acciden­ tally switched in last month's LOG. The correct identifica­ tion follows. JOHNS. MONACO, 61, joined the SIU in 1961 in the port of Cleveland, Ohio. He sailed in the deck department. '•4 ALFRED ZAPOLNEK, 71, began sailing with the union in 1948 in the port of Algonac, Mich, in the en­ gine department. Guayama Galley Gang on the Go ELTON WILDE, 57, joined the union in 1958 in the port of New Orleans. He sailed in both the engine and steward departments. Bom in Pennsylvania, Brother Wilde makes his home in Mississippi. GLENN M. WINCHES­ TER, 59, a graduate of the Andrew Fumseth Training School, oined the union in 1963 in the port of New York. He sailed in the engine department. Bom in Colorado, Brother Winchester calls Califor­ nia home. INLAND BENNIE GREENWOOD DIZE, 62, joined the SIU in . ?: • •i rFrom storing to preparing, the Guayama's gal­ ley gang knows the business of handling food. Above; Chief Steward Ruben Padilla checks stores while the PRMMI vessel is docked in Port Elizabeth, N.J. Right: Chief Cook Osvaldo Rios prepares lunch for the crew. •- . •llAi -"i. �18 OCnmER 1994 SEAFAREHS UIG Final Departures DEEP SEA PEDRO F. ALVAREZ Pensioner Pedro F. Al­ varez, 88,^ passed away August 8. Bom in the Philippine Is­ lands, he joined the Seafarers in 1960 in the port of Seattle. Brother Alvarez sailed in the steward department. He began receiving his pension in December 1981. GIOVANNjl T. AQUINO Pensioner Giovanni T. Aquino, 68, died August 1. A native of New York, he began sailing with the SlU in 1969 in the port of Jack­ sonville, Fla. He sailed in both the deep sea and inland divisions as a member of the steward department. Brother Aquino graduated from the steward recertification course in May 1982 at the Lundeberg School. He served in the U.S. Marine Coips from 1943 to 1946. Brother Aquino retired in March 1990. JOHN J. BAPTISTA Pensioner John J. Baptista, 92, died June 29. He joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1920, before that union merged with the SlU's Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and In­ land Waters District (AGLIWD). Brother Baptista retired in Novem­ ber 1963. BENIGNO BAUTISTA Pensioner Benigno Bautista, 89, died Septem­ ber 1. Bom in the Philippine Islands, he began sailing with the Seafarers in 1941 in the port of Savannah, Ga. Brother Bautista sailed in the steward department. He began receiving his pension in May 1971. ALFRED T. BERGE Pensioner Alfred T. Berge, 80, passed away July 6. A na­ tive of Nor­ way, he joined the union in 1960 in the port of Detroit, Mich. He sailed in both the deep sea and Great Lakes divisions as a member of the deck depart­ ment. Brother Berge retired in December 1976. RICHARD J. BOLES Pensioner Richard J. Boles, 74, died August 24. Bom in In­ diana, he began sailing with the SIU in 1943 in the port of Nor­ folk, Va. Brother Boles sailed in the deck department. He began receiving his pension in November 1981. EUGENE A. BOUSSON Pensioner Eugene A. Bousson, 70, passed away August 28. A native of NewYork City, he joined the SIU in 1964 in the port of New York. Brother Bousson sailed in the deck department. He upgraded frequently at the Lun­ deberg School and completed the recertified bosun program in 1976. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1940 to 1952. Brother Bousson retired in July 1989. EDWARD L.BROADUS Edward L. Broadus, 60, passed away July 30. Bom in Alabama, he began sail­ ing with the union in 1964 in the port of Mobile, Ala. Brother Broadus sailed in the deck department. CHARLES C. BROWN Pensioner Charles C. Brown, 67, died Septem­ ber 8. A na­ tive of North Carolina, he began sailing with the Seafarers in 1952 in the port of Baltimore. He sailed in the deck department Brother Brown began receiving his pension in August 1973. JOSEPH M. BRYAN Joseph M. Bryan, 41, passed away August 31. Bom in Florida, he signed on with the SIU in 1978 in the Port of Piney Point, Md. after completing the In­ land Towboat Program at the Lun­ deberg School. He retumed to the school for further upgrading and transferred to the deep sea division. Brother Bryan sailed in the deck department. JOHNJ.BURCHINAL Pensioner John J. Burchinal, 71, died July 31. A native of Pennsylvania, he joined the union in 1953 in the port of New York. He sailed in the engine department. Brother Burchinal served in the U.S. Navy from 1941 to 1945. He retired in October 1986. WILBERTF.(PETE) CAILLET WilbertF. (Pete) Caillet, 80, passed away June 25. He was bom in New Bal­ timore, Mich, and began his sailing career with the SIU in 1941 in the jmrt of New York. Brother Caillet sailed in the deck department through 1954. In the 1950s he sailed with Delta Line on the Del Sud. Brother Caillet is sur- vived by 7 children. 12 grand­ children. one sister and tivc nieces. 1944 He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth. CALVIN L. CHERRY Pensioner Cal­ vin L. Cherry. 69. died August 28. Bomin Texas, he began sailing with the SlU • in 1960 iti the port of Hous­ ton as a member of the steward department. Brother Cherry began receiving his pension in Febniary . 1989. CHARLEYS M. HALL Charles M Hall, 73. passed away August 28. 1994. A native of Ohio, he began his sailing career with the Seafarers in 1944 in the port of New Yoik. He sailed in tlie steward department. TADEUSZ CHILINSKI Pensioner Tadeusz Chilinski, 75, died August 5. Brother Chilinski joined the union in 1942 in the port of New York. He was bom in Poland and became a naturalized U.S. citizen. Brother Chilinski sailed in the deck depart­ ment. He graduated from the bosun recertification course at the Lun­ deberg School in 1975. Brother Chilinski retired in August 1984. HENRY L. DURHAM Pensioner Henry L. Durham, 70, died August 29. Bom in Ok­ lahoma, he joined the Seafarers in 1961 in the port of Houston. He sailed in the steward department. Brother Durham began receiving his pension in November 1985. MANUEL EDEJER Manuel Edejer, 60, passed away July 5. Brother Edejer sailed in the deck department. Born in the Philippine Is­ lands, he resided in Alameda, Calif, and sailed out of the port of San Francisco. Brother Edejer is survived by his wife, Loretta T. Edejer. EDWARD J. ESTEVE Pensioner Ed­ ward J. Esteve, 68, died August 7. Brother Esteve began his sailing career with the SIU in 1944 in his home port of New Orleans, La. He sailed in the deck department. Brother Esteve retired in June 1978. FRANCES FERNANDES Frances Fernandes, 88, passed away July 26,1993. Bom in British Guiana (now Guyana), he joined the union in 1955 in the port of New York. Brother Femandes sailed in the engine department. DAVID D. FERREIRA David D. Ferreira, 69, died July 6. Brother Ferreira joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1943, before that union merged with the SlU'S AGLIWD. He was bom in Hawaii. Brother Ferreira served in the U.S. military from 1942 to r CHARLES I. HAMPSON Pensioner Charles 1. Hampson, 68, died July 29. Bom in Brooklyn. N.Y.,he joined the SIU in 1959 in his home port after graduating from the Andrew Fumseth Training School. He sailed in both the engine and steward departments. Brother Hampson upgraded at the Lun­ deberg School and was a winner in the Seafarers Safety Poster Contest of 1960-1961. Brother Hampson served in the U.S. Navy from 1942 to 1946. He began receiving his pension in August 1991. CHARLES C. HEMP Pensioner Charles C. Hemp, 67, passedaway August 31, 1994. He began sailing with the union in 1966 in the port of Duluth, Minn. Bom in Virginia, Brother Hemp started out in Great Lakes and transferred to deep sea. He sailed in the deck department. Brother Hemp often upgraded at the Lun­ deberg School in Piney Point, Maryland. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1943 to 1966. Brother Hemp retired in September 1992. ISABEL "IZZY" HERNANDEZ Isabel "Izzy" Hemandez, 63, passed away Septem­ ber 15,1993. Bom in Texas, he began sailing with the SIU in 1961 in the port of Houston. He sailed in the engine department. Brother Heman­ dez is survived by his wife, Gloria. LUIGIIOVINO Pensioner Luigi lovino, 64, died August 22. He began his career with the SIU in 1946, sailing in both the deck and steward departments before com­ ing ashore as a patrolman in New York in I96I. Brother lovino was involved in many union actions during his tenure with the SIU. Prior to his retirement in 1981, he served as port agent in Wil­ mington, Calif. Brother lovino was buried at St. Charles Cemetery in East Rockaway, N.Y. He is sur­ vived by his wife, Grace, and two daughters. LARRY J. KLARSTROM Larry J. Klarstrom, 56, died August 14. A native of Wis­ consin, he joined the union in 1977 in the port of Duluth, Minn. Brother Klarstrom began sailing in the Great Lakes division and later transferred to the deep sea division. He sailed in the engine department. Brether Klarstrom upgraded to QMED at the Lundeberg School. He served in the U.S. Army from 1955 to 1962, and again from I97I to 1974. HYMAN MEDMAN, Pensioner Hyman Medman, 73, passed away September 3. Brother Medman joined the Marine Cooks . and Stewards in 1953, before that union merged with the SIU's AGLIWD. Brother Medman retired in January 1979. EDWARD MILLER Pensioner Ed­ ward Miller, 72, died Sep­ tember 1. Bom in, Washington, he joined the Seafarers in 1958 in the port of San Francisco. He sailed in the steward department. Brother Miller com­ pleted the steward recertification course at the Lundeberg School in 1982. He began receiving his pen­ sion in March 1984. DEWEY A. PENTON SR. Pensioner Dewey A. Penton Sr., 64, passed away August 25. A native of Louisiana, he began his sailing career with the union in 1958 in the port of New Orleans. Brother Penton sailed in the deck department. He retired in October 1984. JOSE A. PEREZ Pensioner Jose A. Perez, 67, died August 18. Bom in Puer­ to Rico, he joined the Seafarers in 1957 in the port of New York. He sailed in the deck depart­ ment. Brother Perez began receiv­ ing his pension in April 1982. n SOLOMON ROSOFF Pensioner Solomon Rosoff, 79, died August FRANK S.KALICKY 22. Brother Pensioner Frank S. Kalicky, 85, Rosoff joined passed away July 16. Bom in Penn­ the union in sylvania, he joined the union in 1946 in the 1965 in the port of Buffalo, N.Y. port of Nor­ Brother Kalicky sailed in both the folk, Va. He Great Lakes and deep sea divisions sailed in the deck department. A as a member of the steward depart­ native of Pennsylvania, he served ment. He served in the U.S. Navy in the U.S. Army from 1941 to from 1942 to 1945. Brother 1945. Brother Rosoff began Kalicky began receiving his pen­ receiving his pension in Septem­ sion in December 1976. ber 1976. �-r _•• ' .-s--.- •'.>':;.-''-.:-r;'i'': miTOBER 1994 SEAFARERS LOG puted OT reported by all three departments. Suggestion made for contracts department to look into lowering seatime required for retirement. Crewmembers re­ quested new radio and microwave The Seafarers LOG attempts to print as many digests of union ship­ oven for crew lounge. All hands re­ board minutes as possibie. On occasion, b^use of space quested to help keep messhall clean. Steward department given limitations, some wiii be omitted. vote of thanks. Next port: Ships minutes first are reviewed by the union's contract department. Portsmouth, Va. Digest of Ships Meetings Those issues requiring attention or resolution are addressed by the OOCL INSPIRATION(Sea Land union upon receipt of the ships minutes. The minutes are then Service), July 17—Chairman forwarded to the Seafarers LOG for publication. Mark Trepp, Secretary Ekow Dof SEA-LAND INTEGRITY{SeaLand Service), May 22—Chairman Leon T. Jekot, Secretary Vernon WaUen, Deck Delegate Paul B. Carolan. Chairman announced receipt of two new lounge chairs and VCR. Ship needs separate washer for work clothes and rewinder for videotapes. Good trip reported by secretary. Educational director reminded crewmembers to upgrade at Lundeberg School when possible. Disputed OT reported by deck and steward delegates. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine delegate. Suggestion made to look into hard hat requirement in Rotterdam for crewmembers. Steward department given vote of thanks for job well done. Next port: Port Everglades, Fla. SEA-LAND INTEGRITY (SeaLand Service), June 26—Chairman Leon T. Jekot, Secretary Vernon Wallen, Deck Delegate Mark Davis. Chairman announced ship payoff in Charleston, S.C. Patrol­ man requested. Secretary stated he enjoyed working with crew—top to bottom. Educational director posted new movie list and urged crewmembers to attend upgrading courses at Piney Point. Deck department reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported in engine or steward departments. Chief electrician reminded crew­ members to keep door closed on main deck for proper ventilation on all decks. Suggestion made to pur­ chase weight-lifting equipment for ship. Steward department thanked for good food and good service. Next port: Port Everglades, Fla. CHARLES L. BflOIV/V(Tran­ soceanic Cable), July 28—Chair­ man Paul J. LaTorre. Chairman reported successful cable repair job. Received letter of commenda­ tion from company on excellent work. Payoff scheduled Aug. 1 in San Juan, P.R. Educational director stressed importance of upgrading at Paul Hall Center. Treasurer an­ nounced $400 in ship's fund. Deck department reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported in engine or steward departments. Suggestion to raise optical and den­ tal benefits forwarded to contracts department. Crewmembers noted repair of air conditioning system needed. Also recommended nonskid surfaces at top and bottom of stairwells. Steward gave vote of thanks to crew for keeping ship clean. Bosun gave steward depart­ ment vote of thanks for excellent food. CLEVELAND (SeaWft Bulkers), July 3—Chairman David J. Garoutte, Secretary Miguel E. Vinca, Educational Director Iqbal Samra, Deck Delegate Paul Cadran, Engine Delegate Nathaniel Gaten, Steward Delegate Ruti Dement Chairman advised crew to resolve conflicts with department delegate, then ship's chairman. He reminded crew not to go on deck during pirate watch. Educational director dis­ cussed opportunities available at Lundeberg School—free education and greater earning potential. Treasurer stated $115 in ship's fund. No beefs of disputed OT reported in all three departments. Items in need of fixing to be put on repair list. Crewmembers asked to be considerate of fellow shipmates by keeping noise down in pas­ sageways. Vote of thanks given to steward department for great bar­ becue, excellent pastries. Next port: Guam. foh. Educational Director Eric D. Bain, Deck Delegate Clemente Rocha, Engine Delegate John J. Walsh, Steward Delegate Eddy Usmany. Educational director ad­ vised crewmembers to attend clas­ ses at Paul Hall Center. Treasurer announced $50 in ship's fund and 28 new movies added to film col­ lection. No beefs or disputed OT reported by all three department delegates. Galley gang given vote of thanks for excellent job, both in quality and variety of food served throughout voyage. Next port: Charleston, S.C. OVERSEAS NEW ORLEANS (Maritime Overseas), July 31— Chairman Michael M. Sutton, Secretary Pernell Cook, Deck Delegate Timothy Jackson, Steward Delegate L. C. Johnson. Chairman reported smooth voyage. Secretary thanked crewmembers for good sanitary work in keeping ship clean. He stressed value of donating to union's political or­ ganization, SPAD. Crew gave vote of thanks to galley gang for job well done. Educational director dis­ cussed importance of upgrading skills at Lundeberg School. Engine department reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported in deck or steward departments. New remote control needed for TV. Next port: Boston, Mass. SEA-LAND DISCOVERY (SeaLand Service), July 24—Chairman GOLDEN MONARCH (Apex Eddy Stwaeard, Secretary J6s6 R. Marine), July 10—Chairman Ran­ Colls, Educational Director Joseph dall Carlton Hanke, Secretary R. Shuler, Deck Delegate E. ZouhanJuzang. Chairman announced ship tis; Engine Delegate Ramdn Colen route to Panama Canal Zone. lazo. Steward Delegate Jorge Educational director urged crew­ Salazar. Chairman announced members to upgrade skills at Piney payoff when boarding patrolman Point. No beefs or disputed OT comes aboard. All crewmembers reported in deck, engine or steward must attend U.S. Coast Guard in­ departments. Next port: Beaumont, spection upon arrival. Deck depart­ Texas. ment reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine or steward departments. All NEWARK BAY(Sea-Land Ser­ communications read and posted. vice), July 24—Chairman Pete Sanchez, Secretary Felipe P.A. Or- Vote of thanks given to entire steward department for excellent landa. Deck Delegate Stephen E. job. Ship heading to New Jersey, Yursha. Secretary thanked all Puerto ^co and Dominican departments for job well done. He Republic, with expected payoff in announced upcoming payoff in Elizabeth, N.J. No beefs or disElizabeth, N.J. Aftera JobWell Done Crewmembers aboard the SlU-crewed Dyn-Marine Virginia Hesponderreturn to the port of Norfolk following a successful training exercise with the Jersey Responder and the Delaware Responder. They are, from left, AB/Tankerman Tom Costner, Chief Mate Bob Blomerth, Mate Bill Harvell, Cook John Willis, Assst. Eng. Sam Mormando and AB/Tankerman Bill Holmes. SEA-LAND PATRIOT (SeaLand Service), July 17—Chairman Shawn Evans, Secretary A. Delaney, Educational Director H. Paquin, Deck Delegate Steve Kastel. Engine Delegate Richard Mul­ len, Steward Delegate E.R. Avila. Chairman stressed importance of safety aboard ship and reminded crewmembers of drug testing re­ quired following serious accidents. Secretary noted elimination of cer­ tain portion-controlled items in gal­ ley. Educational director urged crewmembers to attend school at Piney Point to upgrade skills and gain job security. Several beefs reported by deck department. No beefs or disputed OT reported in engine or steward departments. Suggestion made to improve work­ ing conditions for helmsman re­ quired to stand four-hour watch without relief. Also to have lookout for heavy traffic. Steward department given vote of thanks for job well done. Ship heading to Tokyo and Kobe, Japan, with ex­ pected payoff in Long Beach, Calif. SEA-LAND PERFORMANCE Sea-Land Service), July 22— Chainnan Richard R. Moss, Secretary Melvin W. Hite, Deck Delegate Peter Kulyk, Engine Delegate JJ. Gruszeczka, Steward Delegate Bert M. Win- field. Chairman wished farewell to Chief Cook Winfield, retiring after 44 years in SIU, two years in U.S. Army and 10,00() days seatime. Winfield, he said, is "one of finest chief cooks in the game, a beautiful friend and shipmate to us all. He will be sorely missed." No beefs or disputed OT reported by all three department delegates. New icebox for galley on order. Vote of thanks to steward department for job well done. Next port: Elizabeth, N.J. SEA-LAND SPIRIT (Sea-Land Service), July 24—Chairman Howard Gihhs, Secretary Aubrey D. Gething, Educational Director Robert A. Martinez, Deck Delegate Theodore Doi, Engine Delegate Mel Sisun, Steward Delegate Sheng-Jen Hsieh. Chair­ man announced purchase of exer­ cise machine for crewmembers. Secretary said anyone wishing to upgrade at Paul Hall Center should 19 of new pay rates for unlicensed crew. Educational director reminded crewmembers of upgrad­ ing facilities at Piney Point. Treasurer announced $645 in ship's fund after purchasing 50 new videotapes in last four months. No beefs or disputed OT reported by department delegates. Request made by crewmembers for new washing machine. Next port: Bah­ rain. SEA-LAND DEFENDER (SeaLand Service), August 6—Chair­ man William J. Dean, Secretary Curtis Phillips Jr., Educational Director Daniel F. Dean, Deck Delegate Jim Dallas, Engine Delegate Daran Ragucci, Steward Delegate Terry J. Allen. Chair­ man noted smooth voyage. No beefs or disputed OT reported by delegates in all departments. Educa­ tional director advised crewmem­ bers to upgrade skills at Lundeberg Ready to Go Ashore Following a payoff aboard the SS Carolina, some SIU members of the crew pose for a group shot. They are, from left, OMU Joe Harris, Bosun Danny Marcus, AB Enrique Velez and AB Martin Rosen. send in application. Educational director stressed importance of donating to SPAD. Treasurer stated $140 in ship's fund and $10 in movie fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported in all three depart­ ments. Vole of thanks given to steward department for good food and service. Payoff schooled for Long Beach, Calif., then sailing to Honolulu, Hawaii. School. VCR needs repair (new belt) or replacement. Crewmem­ bers would like spare washing machine. Recommendation given to contracts department to increase dental plan benefits. Hats off given to steward department for job well done. Next port: Wilmington, Calif. SEA-LAND DISCOVERY(SeaLand Service), August 21—Chair­ man Nelson Sala, Secretaiy Josi CHAMPION (Kirhy), August 21— R. Colls, Educational Director Chairman Alvie S. Rushing, Tomas Msco, Deck Delegate E. Secretary Darrell J. Touchstone, Zouhantis, Engine Delegate Educational Director James McRamon Collazo, Steward Delegate Daniel, Deck Delegate Charles E. Jorge Salazar. Chairman an­ Kinney, Engine Delegate Richard nounced payoff as soon as patrol­ Rodgers, Steward Delegate John man comes on board. Coast Guard S. Foster. This is ship's first to conduct inspection at that time. voyage under new company. Chair­ Secretaiy announced rescue opera­ man stated all going well and crew tion 20 miles off coast of Cuba. should continue to do best job pos­ Seven Cuban refugees brought on­ board and taken to immigration of­ sible. Educational director advised crew to upgrade skills at Piney ficials in San Juan. No beefs or Point to protect their future. No disputed OT reported by depart­ beefs or disputed OT reported by ment delegates. Vote of thanks department delegates. Vote of given to steward department for thanks given to steward depart­ excellent job. Ship sailing to ment. Steward, in turn, thanked all Elizabeth, N.J., San Juan, P.R. crewmembers for cooperation in and Rio Haina, Dominican maintaining clean vessel. Extra Republic. minute of silence observed in SEA-LAND EXPLORER (Seamemory of Paul Hall. Next port; Land Service), August 21—Chair­ Boston, Mass. man Jack Kingsley, Secretary Alphonso Davis, Educational DUCHESS (Ocean Shipholding), Director J.K. Hallm, Deck August 7—Chairman Dave New­ man, Secretary Raymond L. Delegate Jim Tracy, Engine Delegate Arthur J. Shaw, Steward Jones, Educational Director J. Delegate M. Ahdulla. Chainnan SIngletary, Engine Delegate announced everything running Felipe A. "Torres, Steward smoothly. Secretary reminded Delegate Diego Hatch. Chairman crewmembers to attend classes at read agreement between Ocean Piney Point to upgrade skills. Shipholding and SIU. No beefs or Steward department given vote of disputed OT reported in deck, en­ thanks for job well done. No beefs gine or steward departments. Sug­ or disputed OT reported by deck, gestion made for contracts department to reduce seatime engine or steward delegates. Next needed for full retirement. Steward port: Long Beach, Calif. department given thumbs up for DSNS SILAS BEhIT(Bay S\np job well done. Next port: Piney Management), August 11-^hairPoint, Md. man J.B. Griffin HI, Secretary Ben Henderson, Educational RICHARD G. MATTHIESEN Director P.Garrett Chairman (Ocean Shipping), August 21— called special meeting to discuss Chairman James T. Martin, Secretary Lovell McElroy, Educa­ with crew upcoming ship's turn­ over to DynCorp. Secretary noted tional Director Ron Day, Deck sufficient stores on board and all Delegate Harry R. Johns, Engine storerooms clean and orderly. Ship Delegate Dean Dobbins, Steward heading to Djibouti, with expected Delegate Mohamed M. Quraish. Secretary reported receiving copies payoff in Piraeus, Greece. .... , .... •; • • , > . i-i/.",'. ' ..'lii.j'.J,.*.-.,.,' L"-.' 'H.. • �20 OCTOBER 1994 SEAFARERS LOG Inquiring Seafarer Question: What differences have you found you ex­ perience by belonging to a union? Asked of SIU members in the port of Houston. Jeff Gelin, QMED It's a lot easier to look for a job in one place than to go door-to-door. And the benefits help, too. The SIU tries to help you as much as they can for upgrading and things like that. think a big difference is that you can go to school through the union and do a lot of things to make yourself a better person. You get opportunities to get bet­ ter and better. Jim Dawson, Recer­ tified Bosun — 1 found that whenl first talked to people about the SIU that other jobs just didn't take care of the employees the way they do in the SIU. The SIU had better benefits than other jobs. Also, the SIU works with its members to keep them in touch with what's going on. It gets them benefits and it just gets better as the years go along. Obenzio Espinoza, Chief Cook — First of all, there J. Asbare the ley, benefits QMED available — I've through always the welfare plan and traveling to belonged different countries. While there to a were some good countries and union. some bad, ^1 of it has been a Working good experience. I've been in condi­ die union for 10 years and I ap­ tions, the contract and wages preciate the good brothers. That are important.1 came into the makes a difference. union in 1964. John Arvanites. Chief Cook — I started sailing in 1958.1 was on the West Coast in San Francisco. 1 went to the union hall and waited four months for a job.1 knew from when 1 was a little kid that 1 wanted to work in an organiza­ tion, in a union. 1 didn't want to work for an individual.1 like to work with guidelines. The only way 1 could work the way 1 wanted to was to be in a union. Ralph Moore, Recer­ tified Bosun — If it wasn't for the union, we couldn't exist. Now, there are companies for which you could work for 9,700 diays and they would kick you out without any­ thing. With the union, you keep your hospitalization and benefits. Anjd;ime a union can take someone off the streets and give him an education, benefits and then a job, God bless them. That's what the union did for me. »/ Seafarers Join In Celebration of Puerto Rico Timotby )owd, 'decer­ tified Steward — The irst ship was on, was there with my dad. He was in a union w 47 years. District 2-MEBA. He started as a coal passer and retired as a chief engineer of 32 years. 1 used to take trips with dm in the summers because in lose days he didn't have that much time off. He had six kids and because he worked for the union, we had good medical coverage and the money to get le things he afforded us. I've )een at this for 13 years myself. Marco Antonio Guity, Steward Assistant — The expenence that has made a difference is the benefits that you get, the hospitalization and all of that. Also, the security of laving work and that you can lo to the school to better your­ self, and that's available to all. Vllcbael HarmanNestor son, OWT— Valentin The difMar­ erence tinez, Oiler the union Main­ makes is ceeping tenance Utility — ourjobs The first steady and in the U.S., instead ex­ of letting them go overseas. Our perience was that people in the medical benefits, that also union are really nice. 1 think the works out.1 star^ out working union is always getting better.1 lere in Houston, and I've been sailing about 3 yearn. came in during 1989.1 also -f' •/' Helping to celebrate Hudson County (N.J.) Puerto RIcan Day last month, the SIU joined with PAPA (Filipino-American Advancement for Progress) in fielding a parade float. Seafarers official Ed Pulver (in left of photo flanked by two of the participants) stands before the 31-foot float which won second place in the parade, designed to recognize the positive contributions of Puerto Ricans to the U.S. Know Your Rights FINANCIAL REPORTS. The wages and conditions under which EQUAL RIGHTS. All mem­ constitution of the SIU Atlantic, an SIU member works and lives bers are guaranteed equal rights in Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters Dis­ aboard a ship or boat. Members employment and as members of the trict makes specific provision for should know their contract rights, as SIU. These rights are clearly set safeguarding the membership's well as their obligations, such as filing forth in the SIU constitution and in money and union finances. The for oveitime(OT) on thepropo-sheets the contracts which the union has Constitution requires a detailed and in the proper manner. If, at any negotiated with the employers. audit by certified public accountants time, a member believes that an SIU Consequently, no member may be every year, which is to be submitted patrolman orothra- union official fails discriminated against because of to the membership by the secretary- to protect their contractual rights race, creed, color, sex, national or treasurer. A yearly finance commit­ properly, he cu* she should craitact the geographic origin. If any member tee of rank-and-file members, nearest SIU port agent feels that he or she is denied the elected by the membership, each EDITORIAL POLICY — equal rights to which he or she is year examines the finances of the THE SEAFARERS LOG. The entitled, the member should notify union and reports fully their find­ Seafarers LOG traditionally has urtion headquarters. ings and recommendations. Mem­ refrained from publishing any article SEAFARERS POLITICAL bers of this committee may make serving the political purposes of any ACTIVITY DONATION — dissenting reports, specific recom­ individual in the union, officer or SPAD. SPAD is a separate mendations and separate findings. member. It also has refrained fiom segregated fund. Its process are TRUST FUNDS. All trust publishing articles deemed harmful to used to further its objects and pur­ funds of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, the union or its collective member­ poses including, but not limited to, Lakes and Inland Waters District ship. This established policy has been furthering the political, social arid are administered in accordance reaffirmed by membership action at economic interests of maritime with the provisions of various trust the September 1960 meetings in aU workers, the preservation and fur­ fund agreements. All these agree­ constitutional ports. The respon­ thering of the American merchant ments specify that the trustees in sibility for Seafarers LOG policy is marine with improved employment charge of these funds shall equally vested in an ^torial board which opportunities for seamen and boat­ consist of union and management consists of the executive board of the men and the advancement of trade representatives and their alternates. union. The executive board may union concepts. In connection with All expenditures and disburse­ delegate, from among its ranks, one such objects, SPAD supports and ments of trust funds are made Only individual to cany out this respon­ contributes to political candidates upon approval by a majority of the sibility. for elective office. All contribu­ trustees. All trust fund financial PAYMENT OF MONIES. No tions are voluntary. No contribu­ records are available at the head­ monies are to be paid to anyone in any tion may be solicited or received quarters of the various trust funds. official capacity in the SIU unless an because of force, job discrimina­ SHIPPING RIGHTS. A official union receipt is given for tion, financial reprisal, or threat of member's shipping rights and same. Under no circumstances such conduct, or as a condition of seniority are protected exclusively should any member pay any money membership in the union or of by contracts between the union and for any reason unless he is given such employment. If a contribution is the employers. Members should get receipt. In the event anyone attempts made by reason of the above improper to know their shipping rights. to require any such payment be mile conduct, the member should notify the Copies of thesecontracts are posted without supplying a receipt, or if a Seafarers International Union or SPAD and available in all union halls. If member is required to make a pay­ by certified mail within 30 days of the members believe there have been ment and is given an official receipt, contribution for investigation and ap­ violations of their shipping or but feels that he or she should not propriate action and refund, if involun­ seniority rights as contained in the have been required to make such pay­ tary. A member should support SPAD contracts between the union and the ment, this should immediately be to protect and further his or her employers, they should notify the reported to union headquarters. economic, political and social intoests, Seafarers Appeals Board by certified CONSTITUTIONAL and American trade union concepts. mail, return receipt requested. The RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. If at any time a fnember feels proper address for this is: Copies of the SIU constitution are that any of the above rights have Augustin Tellez, Chairman available in all union halls. All mem­ been violated, or that he or she has Seafarers Appeals Board bers should obtain copies of this con- been denied the constitutional right 5201 Auth Way stitution so as to familiarize of access to union records or infor­ Camp Springs, MD 20746 themselves with its contents. Any Full copies of contracts as referred time a member feels any other mem­ mation, the member should immediately notify SIU President to are available to members at all ber or officer is attempting to deprive times, either by writing direcdy to the him or her of any constitutional right Michael Sacco at headquarters by union or to the Seafarers Appeals or obligation by any methods,such as certified mail, return receipt re­ quested. The address is: Board. dealing with charges, trials, etc., as Michael Sacco, President CONTRACTS. Copies of all well as all other details, the member Seafarers International Union SIU contracts are available in all SIU so affected should immediately 5201 Auth Way halls. These contracts specify the notify headquarters. Camp Springs, MD 20746. �OarOBER 1994 SEAFARERS LOG 21 A War jyisLiry: by James M. Smith Continued from page 14 breeze and a pale moon shining in a star-filled sky above the hills of Tulagi. 0330: "Reveille Joe" ar­ rived amid a sudden flashing of searchlights and the crash of anti­ aircraft guns. Whomp - whomp whomp - whomp - four bombs, four misses. 0430: under way for Guadalcanal. 0600: anchored and began discharging cargo into bar­ ges; At 0830 the 2nd Marines and two Army regiments began their attack along a ridge in back of Henderson Field, using artillery and both naval and air support. Several destroyers moved in close to the beach and laid down a con­ tinuous barrage on the Jap posi­ tions. At the same time, the Army and Marine artillery units were laying it on to them hot and heavy from their shoreside position. Bom­ bers were working them over and fighters strafed them. I was work­ ing up forward today, so I could tell when the line companies moved out with their rifles and grenades by the sudden ceasing of the artillery fire. I wonder how my old buddy Max is making out up there with his platoon of Marines this morning. \r:i^ ©tie ^onf]^ ®0 (^Enii in Pnlibag 4 At noon we had Christmas din­ ner—turkey, dressing, cranberry sauce, pie, etc. Several hundred sol­ diers and Marines had dinner aboard. December 27. Sunday. Anchored off the beach at 0600 and began working cargo. My job is to keep the generators and cargo winches working, but these guys are so hard on the equipment I'm running out of spare parts! 0905: 50-cal; machine gun fire from boat deck—General Quarters. A destroyer moved in and dropped a pattern of depth charges about 800 yards out in the channel. 0930: secured from GQ. Working cargo again. 1800: machine gun fire from boat deck—General Quarters. More depth charges 1830: weighed anchor and under way for Tulagi with destroyers both port and star­ board. 210i0: anchored in Tulagi Harbor. December 28. I'm completely bushed tonight. All hands turned to on the cargo today. We hope to finish it up tomorrow and get out of here. We feel like our luck is run­ ning out. There was heavy artil­ lery and mortar fire along the enemy-held ridge today, but no airraids. December 29. 1200: finished discharging cargo. Secured for sea. 1500: underway for Espiritu Santo! Among the troops aboard is Marine Gunny Gay. I don't know how he did it, but from somewhere he got some medicinal alcohol, so we spent the evening drinking grapefruit Juice cocktails and tell­ ing sea stories. I don't know how Gunny was doing, but after being "dry" for so long, I was seeing little green men with horns all night. I got up to chase them away about four times, but they always came back. Once they hung naked women by the neck all around my bunk. It's a good thing we're getting out of here, since I'm getting as "jungle^ happy" as the Marines over on the island. Everyone on the ship is that way. December 31. 2400: we are anchored at the base at Espiritu Santo, New Hebrides, Southwest Pacific. Happy New Year! And so to bed. January 1943. The SS Del Brasil returned unescorted to the States via Fiji and Samoa. The following voyage, in May 1943, we had a gun battle with a surfaced Jap submarine. But that's another story. i'lBEACON OF OPPORTUNITY Holiday greetings from active and retired Seafarers—as well as their family members—will be published in the December issue of the Seafarers LOG. In order to ensure that all messages sent to the LOG office are included in the December edition, they must be received by Monday, November 14,1994. They may be sent by mail to the Seafarers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. In addition, facsimile copies wall be accepted after November 1. The fax number is (301) 702-4407. The holiday greeting forms may be filed out in any union hall and turned in to the officjed at the counter—or may be given to the boarding patrolman at a vessel's payoff. Jlnm [15 ar t The Seafarers Welfare Plan, through its yearly scholarship pro­ gram, can help guide the way to a better education for SIU mem­ bers and their dependents. As in past years, the union will offer seven scholarship in 1995. Four are set aside for the children and spouses of Seafarers. Each of these four schoalrships is for $15,000 to be used at a fouryear college or university. The other three are for Seafarers them­ selves. One of the awards is for $15,000 for use at a four-year institution of higher learning. The remaining two scholarships amount to $6,000 each and may be used for study at a com­ munity college or vocational school. Eligibility requirements for Seafarers and their spouses and unmarried dependent children are spelled out in a booklet which contains an application form. It is available by filling out and returning the coupon below to the Seafarers Welfare Plan. Completed applications with all necessary information in­ cluded MUST be mailed and postmarked ON or BEFORE APRIL 15,1995. It will be necessary to complete the applica­ tion and include with it all other necessary paperwork (autobiographical statement, photograph, certified copy of birth certificate, high school transcript and certification of graduation or official copy of high school equivalency scores, college transcript, letters of reference, SAT or ACT test results). The SAT and ACT exams are given approximately six times a year on specified dates. Applicants should be sure to take whichever exam is required by the college or trade school they plan to attend. (Tests must be taken by FEBRUARY 1995 to ensure the results will be available for inclusion in the scholar­ ship application package.) With the cost of a college education rising each year, the Seafarers Scholarship Program can certainly help defray the costs, but no one can be awarded a scholarship without filling out an application. This process is not difficult, but it will take some time to gather all the necessary information. Plan ahead to make sure everything will be collected in time. Some schools can be slow in handling transcript requests, so ap­ plicants should ask for them as soon as possible. Also, now is a good time for the applicant to start thinking about who should be asked to write letters of recommendation. Mail in the coupon below for more application details. (PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE) To: From: Message:. .•^'1 ::i •••n I niease send me the 1995 SIU Scholarship Program booklet which contains eligibility information, i j • procedures for applying and the application form. j I Name I Book Number ' Address Check the block which describes your status with the SIU: • Active Seafarer • Family Member of Active Seafarer • Retired Seafarer • Family Member of Retired Seafarer Send your greeting to the Seafarers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. The greeting should be received at the LOG office by Monday, November 14, 1994. 1(V94 j City, State, Zip Code, j Telephone Number _ I This application is for: [H Self 1^ D Dependent Mail this completed form to Scholarship Program, Seafarers Welfare Plan, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. ' V. • V- •• l(V94j • ;v. �22 OCWBEB1994 SEMFMBBStOG Lundeberg School Graduating Classes •v'V'/ •••I'f-.; V «,v.j..I '*|^•• • Trainee Lifeboat Class 528—Graduating from trainee lifeboat class 528 are (from left, kneeling) Rhandele Dusich, Aaron White, Charles Fiechtner, Scott Kucharski, (second row) Brande Doten, Mark Maiello, Merle Wooley, Dockery McGuire II, Marco Carbajal, John Tumer, Rebecca Gaytan, (third row) Ben Cusic (instructor), Leroy Roberts, Lynford Robles and Michael Margraves. Oil Spill Containment—Completing the oil spill emergency containment and clean-up course on August 31 are (from left, kneeling) Sara Moore, Clifford Blackmon, Jose L. Luaces, Casey Taylor (instructor). Christian Werner, Christopher Kavanagh, (second row) T.L Thompson, Chris Campos, James Strickland, David Deloach, Richard Gendaszer, Washington Williams Sr., Jim Moore, Dale Kirsch Jr., Kevin George, (third row) Michael Moore, Matthew Sandy, Frank Coburn, Ronald F. Lukacs, Roger Jackson, Thomas Diviny Jr. and Mark Dominiak. Upgraders Lifeboat—Upgrading graduates of the August 24 upgraders lifeboat class are (from left, kneeling) Floro Alabanza, Ben Cusic (instaictor), Asril Syabaini, (second row) Cynthia Adamson Rebecca Hedge, Edison Rodriguez and Gregory Williams. Radar—Renewing their radar endorsements on August 24 are (from left, first row) Jake Karaczynski (instructor), Ron Paradise, Victor R. Rosada, Jeff Tanksley, (second row) Charles Vamey, Michael Hill, Kimo Sullivan, Jim Kelly, Dale Kirsch Jr. and Christopher Kavanagh. i".'; ^ • Manne Electrical Maintenance—^The August 24 graduates of the marine electrical maintenance class are (from left, kneeling) Joseph Jay Amold, Sara Moore, Robert Rice Jr., Mann Aroon, (second row) Mark Jones (instructor), Thomas Diviny Jr., Larry Pittman, Paul Lightfoot, John Copeland Jr., Franklin Coburn and William Twiford. Not pictured is Richard Larsen. Upgraders Lifeboat—Certificates of training were received by the September 8 class of upgraders. They are (from left, kneeling) Paul Lightfoot, Mary Lou Smith Larry A. Gross, Miles S. Copeland, Tom Gilliand (instructor), (second row) Jim Browrl (instructor), Harry Gardeira Jr., Gregg Johnson, Ronald Gibbs, Gilbert Sandford Jr and Kurt Mayer. Refrigeration Maintenance—Receiving certification for completion of the refrigeration maintenance course on Upgraders Lifeboat—Rose T. McCants Augustus are (from left, seated) James Gibson, Thomas Keseru, Michael Brown, Sellers Brook, (second row) Mark Poses with Lundeberg School instructor Ben Cusic Francois, Mike Clapshau, Paul Peterson, Jorge Bonelli, Monroe Monseur, Marsha Dawson, John Lange, John Walsh, following her compleTfoh of the upgraders lifeboat Steven Williams and Steve Harrington. class on July 25. �wmmat 1994 SaFARBtSLOG LUMDEBERG SCHOOL 1994-1995 UPGRADING COURSE SCHEDULE Engine Upgnullng Courses The following is the course schedule for classes beginning between November 1994 and March 1995 at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship located at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md. All programs are geared to improve job skills of Seafarers and to promote the American maritime industry. The course schedule may change to reflect the needs of the membership, the maritime industry and—in turies of conflict—^Ihe nation's security^ Bate of B^teof " OS. " ' s •" Goh^efiinir . Course January 30 Pebraary 27 January 30 .January February 6 Februi^2^ Januffiry23 January 23 Febrtiary27:; Ihnited License, Parti Limited License Part 11 jLimited License, Part III Able Seaman Bateof Enrollment Course Bate of Completion Power Plant Maintenance January 9 February 17 QMEB - Any Rating January 9 March 31 Refrigeration Systems February 30 March 10 Maintenance & Operations Diesel Engine T»:hnology March 13 April 7 Hydraulics February 20 March24 January 9 Marine Electrical IMkiini^it^^ February P7 MarthiJ Martne Electrical M^hkteiianc^ April 21 January 9 Basic Electronics February 3 1 Mprine Electronics February 6 h^chJ Electronics Technician II March 0 March 31 February 20 ^'^dlhg . , March 17 AM students must take the Oil Spill Prevention and Containment class. , ' J fFabrtiaryJ mm February 17 .... Mardh3 •ftiaaistas ij.v. Bateof Bateof Completion January 30 February 27 March 27 February 10 April7 Bateaf Ehrtlln^ Bateof Completion Course April 7 '»ruary3 Mardh 10 March 24 February 17 lytauary IJ January.2^iJ ICelestial Navigrt^ V' «' January^ February 24 March 17 February 10 Jamiaiy 2 23 > Engine Familiarizataion Diesel pUdEAamited Licen» Prep V s ' _ ''Ittttbh:' Couhes^ Bate of Bate of November25 Nayeinber 18 BecemberO jhadomnville, Fla. Juiuary 91 1 Wilmington, Calif. F^iuai7l3 Brooklyn, N.Y. March 13 For 1994 courses, see page 9 in this edition of the LOG. Course 4.: t' .* S. ' Mm^ iO< January 13 Feiwnary 17 March 17 , ; ^ SSI mri 90 f- .KX']"' "' " ~ • Course Enndlment Ownpfeiifei Die following courses are available through the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School. Please contact the admissions office for enrollment information. Steward Rarertification February 20 January 23 March 31 March 6 Course Bateof Enrollment GEB Preparation Adult Basic Education (ABE) English as a Second Language (ESL) 12 wMks - open-ended adml^lon 6 weeks - open ended admission 1 6 weeks - open ended admission Session I January 30 Bateof '<•0 V-:;' Bate of C^unw Bateof EnroUinent Bate of Completion distant Cook, Cook and Baker Chief Cook, Chief Steward November 21 November 21 February 10 February 10 (Middle) (Rret) (Ust) (Stfcet) (Zip Code) (State) (City) Date of Birth. Telephone _L (Month/Day/Year) (Area Code) Inland Waters Member• Lakes Member D Deep Sea Member D March 24 Primary language spoken UPGRADING APPUCATIOH Name Address Bateof Completion With this application, COPIES of your discharges must be submitted showing suffi­ cient time to qualify yourself for the course(s) requested.You also must submit a COPY of each of the following: the first page of your union book indicating your department and seniority, your clinic card and the front and back of your z-card as well as your Lundeberg School identification card listing the course(s) you have taken and com­ pleted The Admissions Office WILL NOT schedule you until all of the above are received BEGIN END DATE DATE COURSE If the following information is not filled out completely, your application will not be processed. Social Security #. Book # ^ Seniority Department U.S. Citizen: •Yes • No •-I'' ' • Home Port. Date On: Firefighting:• Yes • No DATE GNO SIGNATURE. • Yes GNO Transportation will be paid in accordance with the scheduling letter only if you present original receipts and successfully complete the course. If you have any questions, contact your port agent before departing for Piney Point. Do you hold the U.S. Coast Guard Lifeboatman Endorsement? • Yes • No Date Off: • Yes If yes, class # Have you attended any SHLSS upgrading courses? If yes, course(s) taken. -.''l Rating: LAST VESSEL: Endorsement(s) or License(s) now held Are you a graduate of the SHLSS trainee program? CPR:• Yes • No RETURN COMPLETED APPLICATION TO: Lundeberg Upgrading Center, P.O. Box 75, Piney Point, MD 20674. 10/94 <iU • • ..'4 .'J' • •- V �SEAEUaXCS Volume 56, Number 10 Education Is for Everyone start 1995 off on the right foot. Attend upgrading classes at the Lundeberg School. See page 23 for some new courses starting at the school in January. Also, see page 21 for infor­ mation on the scholarship program for SlU tnembers and their dependents. October 1994 Seafarers^ Generosity Aids Hospitalized Kids Nuevo San Juan Crew Donates Funds, Toys to Intensive Care Unit ' 'i- The children's intensive care unit at the Hospital Pediactrico Central in San Juan, Puerto Rico is the fortunate recipient o many acts of kindness per­ formed by SIU crewmembers aboard the Nuevo San Juan of the Navieras de Puerto Rico fleet, whose vessels are operated and managed by Puer­ to Rico Marine Inc. (PRMMI). Ten respiratory units have been donated to the hospital by the crewmembers during the last several months, not to men­ tion toys for the children who are staying at the hospital and materials to decorate the social services salon. In fact, in ap­ preciation for the generosity shown by the ship's crew, the hospital's board of directors named their social services salon the "Saldn Nuevo San Juan." The campaign started last Christmas and has expanded from the Nuevo San Juan to Beneath a bulletin board showing photos of the hospital and some of the children they have helped are (from left) Bosun William Card, OMU Eddie Jansen, AB Don Martin, Engine Utility James Parrish and crews on other Navieras vessels Steward Assistant Angel O'Neill. and to the shoregangs in Elizabeth and San Juan. Navieras for many years has day of the year—initiated the ing, medical equipment and the crews and taken off the ships on arrival in San Juan and held an annual fund-raising year-round program. Crew­ other provisions. Bosun William Card was Elizabeth. The materials include drive to collect money for toys members joined Powell's effort, for children in the hospital, but each pitching in a portion of his enthusiastic about the program. aluminum cans, wasted ladder Capt. E. Powell of the Nuevo salary (usually one hour of "It's worked out really well," he rungs and pieces of mooring San Juan—realizing that premium overtime per pay told a reporter from the wire. According to Santiago Carchildren are in the hospital every period) to purchase toys, cloth- Seafarers LOG. "And we know that the donations we make ac­ rero, terminal manager at tually get to the hospital." The Navieras and one of the com­ 45-year-old bosun was among a pany employees responsible for group of crewmembers who initiating the donation program, personally presented three of all of the medical equipment the respiratory units to the medi­ purchased is picked up and transported to San Juan aboard cal center. AB Jose Tobio echoed a Navieras ship and delivered Powell's feelings, noting that personally by crewmembers to "kids need many, many things, the intensive care unit at the so we help whenever we can. hospital. "Every penny donated Other ships also do their best." gives a hurting child a better He said that the donations help the families of hospitalized children as well. "I think the best thing you can do is help The National Center for children," Tobio stated. "ThenMissing and Exploited families cannot afford [the medical care], and many of the Children has asked the Helping children and their families Steward/Baker Hazel Johnson Seafarers International places are overcrowded." oins in the fund-raising effort. Is important for AB Jose Tobio. The ship's crew has tried Union to assist them in locat­ raising money by purchasing ing Kerry Lynelle Johnson. She was last seen in lottery tickets, but as yet, the big Salem, Ore. on September win remains elusive. They also set up a fund to be us^ for making t-shirts and hats which are sold to the public as well as given to the hospitalized children. AB Victor Beata, who recently got off the containership in Elizabeth, was one of the forces behind that ac­ tivity. TTie fund-raising idea spread, and the shoregangs (after receiving permission from Navieras) have worked with local scrappers to generate Chief Cook Lonnie Bettis (left) and Electrician Charlie Gallagher do money from the sale of various Kerry Lynelle Johnson as she their share to help the children in the intensive care unit. scrap metals which are saved by is believed to look at age 29. chance at life," he stated in an appreciative letter to the LOG. At the present time, the fundraising campaign has been con­ centrated in a very narrow area—the pediatric section of the intensive care unit. 'To date we've made some vety positive impact," Carrero said. "If we can help just one little child, then all of our effort will have been worth it." It is hoped the campaign will grow and continue to spread to all ships operated by Navieras. Anyone interested in helping expand the sci -pe of this vital campaign—which has come to be Imown as "Amigos de los Ninos"—may contact Santiago Carrero at Navieras de Puerto Rico, G.P.O. 71306, San Juan, PR 00936-1306 or call him at (809) 781-2858. AB Victor Beata helped the cam­ paign by making t-shirts and hats. ife/p Locate This Missing Person 14, 1982, hitchhiking to her cousin's house. She has not been seen or heard from since and is considered endangered and missing. The photo below has been age-enhanced to show how the 29-year-old woman might appear today. At the time of her disap­ pearance, the brown-haired, blue-eyed Kerry Johnson was 5 ft. 8 in. tall and weighed 160 pounds. Anyone having informa­ tion on the whereabouts of Kerry Lynelle Johnson should contact the National Center for Missing and Ex­ ploited Children at (800) 843-5678 or the Missing Persons Unit of the Salem (Ore.) Police Department at (503) 588-6123. � 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 1990-1999 Description An account of the resource Volumes LII-LXI 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. 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 October 1994 Description An account of the resource HEADLINES HOUSE ENACTS PACKAGE OF MARITIME MEASURES BY VOTE 402-12, REPS. ADOPT INLAND SAFETY, REGULATORY REFORM, AID TO U.S. CRUISE SECTOR PANEL BACKS DOCUMENTS FOR BOATMEN INLAND SAFETY BILL PASSED, SENT TO HOUSE FLOOR FARM CLIQUE BLOCKS DEBATE ON SHIP BILL UNDEMOCRATIC TACK STUNS SENATE RESERVE SHIPS BROKEN OUT EIGHT HAITIAN-BOUND RRF VESSELS CREWED BY SIU SIU TO CREW 3 FORMER OMI VESSELS PURCHASED BY KIRBY TANKSHIPS HOUSES PASSES U.S. CRUISE SHIP ACT RUNAWAY-FLAG TANKERS RAMS NATCO DREDGE USCG TO ISSUE MACHINE READABLE Z-CARDS AFL-CIO STUDY: NAFTA PROVOKES JOB LOSSES, LOWER TRADE SURPLUS ESTONIAN FERRY SINKS, 800 PEOPLE MISSING HUDSON CREW PLUCKS 12 CUBANS FROM GULF OF MEXICO MSCPAC SHIP RESCUES 10 EGYPTIANS NARRAGANSETT SAVES 4 OFF COAST OF KENYA SEAFARERS FARE WELL ON EPA EXAM SUMMER HARVEST KEEPS ORGULF CREWS BUSY SEAFARERS WELFARE PLAN ANNOUNCES CHANGES TO PROTECT BENEFITS SESSION ENDS WITHOUT HEALTH REFORM, BUT THE DEBATE IS FAR FROM FINISHED LUNDEBERG STUDENTS MAINTAIN MANITOU RESTORING JFK’S YACHT FALLS TO NEW GENERATION CAPE MOHICAN CREW LANDED FOR ROLE IN SEALIFT EXERCISES WITH THE SIU AT GUADALCANAL: A WAR DIARY BY JAMES SMITH SEAFARERS’ GENEROSITY AIDS HOSPITALIZED KIDS NUEVO SAN JUAN CREW DONATES FUNDS, TOYS TO INTENSIVE CARE UNIT 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 10/01/1994 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. 56, No. 10 1994 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/e986caaca7f51c182d48da8da326d4b0.pdf 84e47c795ea6bfbe7b21eccfc29f2e64 PDF Text Text Volume 57, Number 10 October 1995 • I • • I • • • I ID • Around the country, Seafarers are drumming up grassroots support for a national maritime revitalization bill. Above, Mobile, Ala. SIU members and local citizens sign petitions to Congress urging immediate enactment of the legislation. Page 3. An Injury to One Is an Injury to All Inside II Final Vote Looms On Bill to Export AK Oil on U.S. Tankers Page2 ... , ..' ..4 ./ ~~\.! DEMOCRACY t ;." \..o' ~ ,.,.. ,,,. /,~ \ \'.: IN . ·'' S o"' (,Y 1 Orgulf Tug Cooks Achieve High Marks At Lundeberg School Inland Culinary Class Page5 1 - po~\" foe~~ 1fi -~ I\ ~fllr . ·~\G~ t~ ~ Seafarers join in an AFL-CIO protest of the brutal practices of the Nigerian junta. Protesting the illegal imprisonment of officers of Nigeria's unions are Seafarers Auja L. Rogers, Steven A. Johnson, Justic Vierra, Eric Gerstmann and Charles Chambers. Page 6. �OCTOBER 1995 SEAFARERS LOG 3 Members Push -For Passage Of U.S. Ship Bill Joining the fight to get maritime revitalization legislation passed are Seafarers (left to right) Kurt Jacobsen, Brian Gelaude and Bob Brown, who are writing personal letters to their representatives and senators. AFL-CIO Calls on Congress To Retain Cabotage Law The AFL-CIO Maritime Trades Department (MTD) is launching a grassroots campaign to reject any effort to amend or repeal the nation's cabotage law. The MTD's action follows the passage of a resolution on the issue by the AFL-CIO executive council. During the August meeting of the national labor federation's executive council in Chicago, SIU President Michael Sacco introduced a resolution that called the attacks on the 1920 maritime cargo trade law "a new tack in the campaign to get rid of American workers." (The executive council, which is made up of the president and secretary-treasurer as well as 33 vice presidents, oversees the activities of the federation between biennial conventions. Sacco has served as an executive council vice president since 1991.) The resolution noted the concem of American workers that any effort brought before Congress to gut the Jones Act (as the cabotage law is known) would lead "to an incursion of foreign interests and foreign workers exempt from U.S. protections in all forms of domestic transportationincluding rail, trucking and air." (The Jones Act states that only U.S.-crewed, U.S.-builtandU.S.owned vessels may move cargo from one domestic port to another. The cabotage law applies directly to water or combined waternand transportation.) Sacco raised the issue with the council following press reports that moves were under way to weaken the law. He advised the council that attempts to weaken the maritime cabotage law would inevitably weaken the nation's other transportation industries. "These efforts to destroy the U .S . domestic transportation work force are being led and funded by American companies with foreign-flag shipping interests and foreign workers hired" from nation's where the workforce are among the most exploited, the resolution stated. "These forces choose to ignore the fact that there are vital national security and economic factors that have long ensured that Cabotage Laws Are as Old as the Nation While the Jones Act was passed by Congress 75 years ago, the United States has had cabotage laws to protect its commerce and waterways since the first Congress met in 1789. Cabotage comes from the French word caboter, meaning to go from cape to cape. Cabotage laws are not unique to the United States. A 1993 Maritime Administration study revealed that 44 maritime nations have some type of cabotage law designed to limited the movement of cargo within its boundaries to vessels flying the flag of that nation. Among those countries are Australia, Finland, Germany, Japan, Sweden and South Korea. Knowing that the new nation of the United States depended on trade to survive, nine of the 27 laws passed by the ftrst Congress in its initial year dealt with maritime issues. Since then, Congress has worked to keep America a strong maritime nation. What follows are a series of cabotage laws passed by Congress since it first met in 1789: 1789 -Tariff act calling for a 10 percent reduction in duties on goods imported on U.S.-flag vessels passed. 1791 - Legislation enacted requiring U.S.-ftag vessels be .built by U.S. citizens in American shipyards and commanded by an Amencan. 1793 - Congress requires all vessels in the domestic coastal trades be U.S.-flag, U.S.-owned vessels. 1793 - Foreign-flag fishing vessels prohibited from landing any part of their catch in U.S. ports. 1817- Goods carried from one U.S. port to another by a foreign vessel are subject to forfeiture. 1866 - Amended 1817 law to prohibit foreign vessels from taking cargo from one U.S. port to a foreign port, then have it shipped to another U.S. port. 1874- Prohibited use of foreign-built fishing vessels In domestic fishing. 1886- Prohibited foreign vessels from carrying passengers from one U.S. port to another. 1892 - Foreign vessels could regist~r under l!.S. flag only if o~ers would build an equal amount of tonnage 1n U.S. shipyards. Also proh1b1ted formerly foreign-owned vessels from trading in U.S. domestic commerce. 1893- Reinforced 1866 amendment against split voyages after the U.S. Court of Appeals overturned the act. 1898 - All vessels engaged in domestic trade must be _built in U.S. shipyards to American specifications. Owners must be Americans. 1920 - Jones Act passed, limiting movement of domestic cargo to U.S.-owned, U.S.-crewed, U.S.-flag vessels. transportation within the physical confines of the United States has been in the hands of American companies and workers." Additionally, the resolution pointed out that American workers would be "threatened by any legislation which aims to replace workers earning U.S. wage and benefit levels with workers from underdeveloped nations who would be exempt from the nation's labor laws and protections." Immediately following the executive council meeting, Sacco, in his role as MTD president, called on the department's 40 national unions representing 8.5 million workers in maritime-related industries to contact their members of Congress. Sounds Alarm Seafarers, pensioners, their families and friends are plunging into the fight by urging Congress to enact maritime revitalization legislation. Through l etters , telephone calls , petitions and per sonal meeting s, union members, retirees and others are telling members of the House of Representatives and Senate to pass legislation that would provide funds to help operate up to 50 militarily useful U.S.-flag containerships over the next I 0 years. At hearings in both the House and Senate, the SIU has stated its support for maritime revitalization legislation. Meanwhile, SIU members have found other ways to let Congress know the importance of the U.S.-flag merchant marine. National Security Concerns George Pino, a 21-year member of the SIU, pointed out to his elected officials that America cannot depend on foreign seamen to carry U.S. troops and supplies into a war zone. He recalled how some foreign crews refused to enter the Persian Gulf during Operation Desert Shield/Desert Storm. "It comes down to who is sailing the vessel. The companies don't have control of a ship when it is at sea because it is in the hands of the captain and crew on board," the recertified steward from San Francisco told his senators and representative. "If the vessel captain and crew don't want to get involved, it won' t matter what the telex from the company in New York says," noted Pino. QMED Egidio Ramos also listed national security and support for the American armed forces as a major reason for his legislators to enact a maritime revitalization bill. "I don't know what seamen from other countries will do, but I know this," the engine department member told his members of Congress. "In case of war, I'll volunteer for my country. "If I have to go, fine! If I have to die for my country, fine!" Besides writing and making phone calls, Ramos also has organized his neighborhood to do the same in support of the U.S. merchant marine. "When I explained the situation to them, they wanted to help. The response has been great." Not only have Seafarers from the port of Mobile, Ala. written to their members of Congress, they also have taken the campaign to the public. During the Southwest Alabama Central Labor Council's Labor Day festivities at the city' s fairgrounds, Seafarers manned a booth with information about maritime revitaHzation legislation. They also provided petitions calling for the enactment of the measure for fellow trade unionists and the general public to sign. More than 500 signatures were gathered on the petitions and nearly 1,500 letters were written, signed and addressed during the day to members of Congress from their constituents in Alabama, Florida and Mississippi. '"Sure I'll talk to my congressman' is what we kept hearing all day," recalled Mobile Port Agent Dave Carter. "People didn't realize American jobs would be given away to foreigners if this bill isn't passed. They wanted to do all they could to help." Members Write at Sea Seafarers aboard ships are doing their part to pass the legislation. "I took a copy of a letter I wrote aboard the Sea-Land Hawaii and posted it for the crewmembers to read," stated Recertified Steward Robert Hess of New York. "It generated a lot of interest because I told my legislators that not just my job was at stake, but other people in this country also depend on U.S.-flag shipping. I urged the others on the ship to write as well," added the 25-year union member. Recent ships' minutes received by the SIU contracts department have announced letter-writing campaigns at sea. Among the SIU-crewed vessels engaged in the efforts to have Congress pass a maritime revitalization program are the Guayama. and the Sea-Land Trader. Both the House and Senate have separate bills dealing with the 10-year, $1 billion program. Both measures call for funds to come from the Department of Transportation budget on an annual basis. Those companies receiving the federal funds would make their vessels available to the Defense Department in times of national emergencies. Sacco sounded the alarm that there are interests trying to introduce legislation that would repeal the 75-year-old law. "If enacted, this legislation will reduce American jobs in shipping, shipbuilding and related industrial pursuits," he added. He noted the importance of educating new members of Congress about why the act is needed. "It is vital that we do not let up and that we continue working to keep the Jones Act an important part of the country's economic and national security," he stated. While no bill has yet been offered in Congress, others also are involved in the fight to keep the Jones Act. A coalition of coastal and inland shipping companies has been lobbying Congress that the law is essential because of the many benefits it bestows on the country. Among those benefits are the creation of thousands of jobs in the maritime field as well as related industries, generation of millions of dollars through corporate and personal taxes at the federal , state and local levels and maintenance of a strong national defense with U.S. vessels and shipyards available in times of crisis . It also insures that thousands of coastal and inland communities are not left vulnerable to marine accidents and environmental damages caused by foreign-flag , foreign-crewed vessels operating under safety During a Labor Day celebration, Mobile, Ala. Seafarers take the laws lower than those used by campaign to pass a U.S. ship bill to the general public who signed U.S.-flag vessels. petitions for enactment of the legislation. �OCTOBER 1995 SEAFARERS LOG 3 Members Push -For Passage Of U.S. Ship Bill Joining the fight to get maritime revitalization legislation passed are Seafarers (left to right) Kurt Jacobsen, Brian Gelaude and Bob Brown, who are writing personal letters to their representatives and senators. AFL-CIO Calls on Congress To Retain Cabotage Law The AFL-CIO Maritime Trades Department (MTD) is launching a grassroots campaign to reject any effort to amend or repeal the nation's cabotage law. The MTD's action follows the passage of a resolution on the issue by the AFL-CIO executive council. During the August meeting of the national labor federation's executive council in Chicago, SIU President Michael Sacco introduced a resolution that called the attacks on the 1920 maritime cargo trade law "a new tack in the campaign to get rid of American workers." (The executive council, which is made up of the president and secretary-treasurer as well as 33 vice presidents, oversees the activities of the federation between biennial conventions. Sacco has served as an executive council vice president since 1991.) The resolution noted the concem of American workers that any effort brought before Congress to gut the Jones Act (as the cabotage law is known) would lead "to an incursion of foreign interests and foreign workers exempt from U.S. protections in all forms of domestic transportationincluding rail, trucking and air." (The Jones Act states that only U.S.-crewed, U.S.-builtandU.S.owned vessels may move cargo from one domestic port to another. The cabotage law applies directly to water or combined water/land transportation.) Sacco raised the issue with the council following press reports that moves were under way to weaken the law. He advised the council that attempts to weaken the maritime cabotage law would inevitably weaken the nation's other transportation industries. ''These efforts to destroy the U.S. domestic transportation work force are being led and funded by American companies with foreign-flag shipping interests and foreign workers hired" from nation's where the workforce are among the most exploited, the resolution stated. ''These forces choose to ignore the fact that there are vital national security and economic factors that have long ensured that Cabotage Laws Are as Old as the Nation While the Jones Act was passed by Congress 75 years ago, the United States has had cabotage laws to protect its commerce and waterways since the first Congress met in 1789. Cabotage comes from the French word caboter, meaning to go from cape to cape. Cabotage laws are not unique to the United States. A 1993 Maritime Administration study revealed that 44 maritime nations have some type of cabotage faw designed to limited the movement of cargo within its boundaries to vessels flying the flag of that nation. Among those countries are Australia, Finland, Germany, Japan, Sweden and South Korea. Knowing that the new nation of the United States depended on trade to survive, nine of the 27 laws passed by the first Congress in its initial year dealt with maritime issues. Since then, Congress has worked to keep America a strong maritime nation. What foHows are a series of cabotage laws passed by Congress since it first met in 1789: 1789 -Tariff act calling for a 10 percent reduction in duties on goods imported on U.S. -flag vessels passed. 1791 - Legislation enacted requiring U.S.-flag vessels be built by U.S. citizens in American shipyards and commanded by an American. 1793- Congress requires all vessels In the domestic coastal trades be U.S.-flag, U.S.-owned vessels. 1793 - Foreign-flag fishing vessels prohibited from landing any part of their catch in U.S. ports. 1817- Goods carried from one U.S. port to another by a foreign vessel are subject to forfeiture. 1866 - Amended 1817 law to prohibit foreign vessels from taking cargo from one U.S. port to a foreign port, then have it shipped to another U.S. port. 1874-Prohibited use of foreign-built fishing vessels In domestic fishing. 1886- Prohibited foreign vessels from carrying passengers from one U.S. port to another. 1892 - Foreign vessels could regist~r under l!.S. flag only if o-.y~ers would build an equal amount of tonnage m U.S. shipyards. Also prohibited formerly foreign-owned vessels from trading in U.S. domestic commerce. 1893- Reinforced 1866 amendment against split voyages after the U.S. Court of Appeals overturned the act. 1898 - All vessels engaged in domestic trade must be .built in U.S. shipyards to American specifications. Owners must be Americans. 1920 - Jones Act passed, limiting movement of domestic cargo to U.S.-owned, u.s.-crewed, U.S.-flag vessels. transportation within the physical confines of the United States has been in the hands of American companies and workers." Additionally, the resolution pointed out that American workers would be "threatened by any legislation which aims to replace workers earning U.S. wage and benefit levels with workers from underdeveloped nations who would be exempt from the nation's labor laws and protections." Immediately following the executive council meeting, Sacco, in his role as MID president, called on the department's 40 national unions representing 8.5 million workers in maritime-related industries to contact their members of Congress. Sounds Alarm Seafarers, pensioners, their families and friends are plunging into the fight by urging Congress to enact maritime revitalization legislation. Through letters , telephone calls , petitions and personal meetings , union members, retirees and others are telling members of the House of Representatives and Senate to pass legislation that would provide funds to help operate up to 50 militarily useful U.S.-flag containerships over the next 10 years. At hearings in both the House and Senate, the SIU has stated its support for maritime revitalization legislation. Meanwhile, SIU members have found other ways to let Congress know the importance of the U.S.-flag merchant marine. National Security Concerns George Pino, a 21-year member of the SIU, pointed out to his elected officials that America cannot depend on foreign seamen to carry U.S. troops and supplies into a war zone. He recalled how some foreign crews refused to enter the Persian Gulf during Operation Desert Shield/Desert Storm. "It comes down to who is sailing the vessel. The companies don't have control of a ship when it is at sea because it is in the hands of the captain and crew on board," the recertified steward from San Francisco told his senators and representative. "If the vessel captain and crew don't want to get involved, it won't matter what the telex from the company in New York says," noted Pino. QMED Egidio Ramos also listed national security and support for the American armed forces as a major reason for his legislators to enact a maritime revitalization bill. "I don't know what seamen from other countries will do, but I know this," the engine department member told his members of Congress. "In case of war, I'll volunteer for my country. "If I have to go, fine! If I have to die for my country, fine!" Besides writing and making phone calls, Ramos also has organized his neighborhood to do the same in support of the U.S. merchant marine. ''When I explained the situation to them, they wanted to help. The response has been great." Not only have Seafarers from the port of Mobile, Ala. written to their members of Congress, they also have taken the campaign to the public. Du ri ng the Southwe st Alabama Central Labor Council's Labor Day festivities at the city ' s fairgrounds, Seafarers manned a booth with information about maritime revitaHzation legislation. They also provided petitions calling for the enactment of the measure for fellow trade unionists and the general public to sign. More than 500 signatures were gathered on the petitions and nearly 1,500 letters were written, signed and addressed during the day to members of Congress from their constituents in Alabama, Florida and Mississippi. "'Sure I'll talk to my congressman' is what we kept hearing all day," recalled Mobile Port Agent Dave Carter. "People dido' t realize American jobs would be given away to foreigners if this bill isn't passed. They wanted to do all they could to help." Members Write at Sea Seafarers aboard ships are doing their part to pass the legislation. "I took a copy of a letter I wrote aboard the Sea-Land Hawaii and posted it for the crewmembers to read," stated Recertified Steward Robert Hess of New York. "It generated a lot of interest because I told my legislators that not just my job was at stake, but other people in this country also depend on U.S.-flag shipping. I urged the others on the ship to write as well," added the 25-year union member. Recent ships' minutes received by the SIU contracts department have announced letter-writing campaigns at sea. Among the SIU-crewed vessels engaged in the efforts to have Congress pass a maritime revitalization program are the··Guayama and the Sea-Land Trader. Both the House and Senate have separate bills dealing with the 10-year, $1 billion program. Both measures call for funds to come from the Department of Transportation budget on an annual basis. Those companies receiving the federal funds would make their vessels available to the Defense Department in times of national emergencies. Sacco sounded the alarm that there are interests trying to introduce legislation that would repeal the 75-year-old law. "If enacted, this legislation will reduce American jobs in shipping, shipbuilding and related industrial pursuits," he added. He noted the importance of educating new members of Congress about why the act is needed. "It is vital that we do not let up and that we continue working to keep the Jones Act an important part of the country's economic and na~ional s~urity ," he stated. ~ile no bill has yet been offered m Congress, others also are involved in the fi~~t to keep the Jone~ Act. A c?~tton of coas.tal and mland sh1ppmg comparues has been lobbymg Congress that the law is essential because of the many benefits it bestows on the country. Among those benefits are the creation of thousands of jobs in the maritime field as well as related industries, generation of millions of dollars through corporate and personal taxes at the federal, state and local levels and maintenance of a strong national defense with U.S. vessels and shipyards available in times of crisis . It also insures that thousands of coastal and inland communities are not left vulnerable to marine accidents and environmental damages caused by foreign-flag, foreign-crewed vessels operating under safety During a Labor Day celebration, Mobile, Ala. Seafarers take the laws lower than those used by campaign to pass a U.S. ship bill to the general public who signed U.S.-flag vessels. petitions for enactment of the legislation. �4 SEAFARERS LOG OCTOBER 1995 SIU, Shipping Cos. Urge Coast Guard To Reinstate Commitment Letters Representatives of the SIU and Seafarers-contracted companies last month urged the U.S. Coast Guard to reinstate a government regulation requiring an individual to obtain proof of a commitment of employment as a crewmember of a U.S.-flag vessel (known as a letter of commitment or letter of intent) before he or she could apply for a merchant mariner's document, also known as a z-card. The Coast Guard stopped requiring letters of commitment on July 5, 1994, thereby ending a practice that existed for 58 years. However, the agency is reviewing comments from organizations affected by the rule change (the comment period ended September 30). According to Coast Guard data, the number of individuals who have applied for z-cards since the letter-of-commitment requirement was lifted last year has soared by 100 percent. Yet other U.S. government data reveals that the number of shipboard entry-level jobs within the industry is declining. During a hearing September 5 at Coast Guard headquarters in Washington-conducted so that interested parties were ensured a chance to submit commentsSIU Executive Vice President Joseph Sacco outlined the reasons why the SIU believes it is vital for the Coast Guard to reinstate the letter-of-commitment requirement. First, he noted that thousands of individuals are buying z-cards who have virtually no chance of securing employment in the industry. There has been a decrease in entry-level jobs (partly due to shipboard technological changes), yet those are the only positions for which a vast majority of the new z-card holders would qualify. Additionally, Sacco pointed out that the influx of newly documented people has created a significant increase in the work load at maritime union hiring halls throughout the country. At the same time, it has harmed the industry by creating a misleading ratio of z-card holders to shipboard jobs. Finally, he noted that the fee for merchant mariner documents has not acted as a deterrent for individuals frivolously soliciting z-cards. This is evidenced by the large number of individuals with no realistic hope of employment on U.S.-flag vessels who have applied for and obtained merchant mariner documents. Sacco described the letter-ofcommitment requirement as "a simple procedure that brought stability to the industry. It was neither burdensome to administer nor costly to execute. "The current system is not working," he continued. "It is placing unnecessary burdens on the industry, causing frustration and anger among applicants and creating skewed data for the nation' s defense planners." Also testifying in favor of reinstating the letter of intent were Byron Kelley, vice president of the SIU' s Great Lakes region; Bill Eglinton, director of vocational education at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education; Bob Rogers, assistant vice president, Interocean Ugland Management Corp.; David Shultz, vice president, American Steamship Co.; Michael Roberts vice presidentgovernment relations, Crowley Maritime Corp.; and Tai Simpkins, executive director of the AFL-CIO Maritime Committee. No one spoke in support of the current system, in which a virtually limitless numberof individuals may purchase z-cards, regardless of the availability of entry-level shipboard jobs. Admiral James Card and Captain Kenneth Ervin comprised the Coast Guard panel that listened to statements and periodically asked questions of the various speakers. In a written statement sub- mitted to the Coast Guard, the SIU noted that the agency's "purpose in eliminating the letter of commitment condition for z-card seekers was to 'relieve applicants and employers of an unnecessary regulatory burden."' Yet, the termination of the requirement has proven problematic for maritime unions, shipowners, government defense logistics specialists and aspiring seamen, the Seafarers pointed out. "Since the letter of commitment requirement was lifted, the SIU's halls have been swamped with an influx of walk-in traffic of individuals with newly obtained z-cards. Additionally, the volume of calls received from individuals seeking employment on U.S.-flag ships has escalated dramatically" but without a corresponding increase in job opportunities, the SIU said in its statement. In addition to the significantly increased work load at the hiring halls, the removal of the letter-ofcommitment requirement has led to frustration on the part of new z-card holders who are attempting to enter an industry in which a limited number of jobs exists. ''There has been a major surge (of new applicants) in the Great Lakes region since the requirement for a letter-of-commitment was dropped," said Kelley. "Many of the new applicants aren't U.S. citizens and don't speak English. In many cases, they can't fill out basic forms, let alone understand spoken orders of ships' officers (as required by U.S. law)." Rogers said that shipping companies suffer under the new system. "The old way was not burdensome, and the letters allowed me to monitor some of the applicant flow into the industry," he said. He further noted that, while SIU-contracted companies feel secure in knowing that Seafarers who take courses at the Paul Hall Center "will be okay on ships," there also are non-union, un- SIU Executive Vice President Joseph Sacco (standing) tells a U.S. Coast Guard panel the reasons why the union strongly believes the letter-of-commitment requirement must be reinstated. skilled applicants for shipboard jobs who pose a potential safety risk. "In many cases, these individuals (who previously contacted Rogers to secure letters of commitment) knew nothing about the merchant marine. I at least had a chance to explain the realities of this industry to them. But whatever took place, I had an opportunity to be involved." S f C a ety oncerns Schultz expressed concern that, with no letter-of-commitment requirement and no need to demonstrate skill or experience in order to secure a z-card, "people who are totally unskilled will be flooded into the system. They are dangerous to themselves and to the environment. There is no room for the untrained, yet they can claim discrimination if they aren't allowed to ship." Simpkins touched on a separate problem that has been compounded by the rule change. "Some foreigners go to the hiring halls holding AB or QMED ratings because the (U.S.) Coast Guard counts time spent on foreign-flag ships (toward securing ratings in the U.S.). They may not have the skill or the training needed to sail on a U.S.-flag ship, but there's no safeguard to stop them." Roberts supported a point made in the SIU' s statement when he said that port security is compromised by the present systern for issuing z-cards. "If merchant mariner documents are issued on request, there is no security in the ports," he stated. "That identification (often) is all that's needed to get through the gates." The union noted that, while some individuals with newly acquired z-cards "seem sincere about desiring shipboard employment, there are many who appear less committed to seafaring work and more interested in securing a form of bona fide and well-recognized identification." Misleading Data Another concern addressed by Sacco (as well as in the union's written statement) is that American defense logistics analysts may be misled by current Coast Guard data. The result could prove devastating in a time of national emergency, because defense planners could not safely rely on Coast Guard estimates of documented mariners in planning sealift operations. ''The new system for issuing z-cards causes problems for the nation's defense planners," Sacco said. "They must determine how much sealift capacity is necessary in times of national emergency, war or conflict. "They must estimate the available pool of seagoing labor which would be needed to man the existing commercial fleet, the military' s sealift fleet and any ships broken out of the Ready Reserve Force (RRF) .... It would not be wise to count among those qualified to work on U.S.-flag vessels in a crisis, individuals who purchased their z-cards but who have never stepped foot on a ship." Hurricane Marilyn Interrupts Shipping SIU UIW-Division Mentbers On St. Thoinas Lose Hoines Hurricane Marilyn last month left unscathed most Seafarers who live in the San Juan, P.R. area while unleashing its full fury on the nearby U.S. Virgin Islands, where thousands of members of the SIU-affiliated United Industrial Workers (UIW) reside. Although Marilyn had winds of greater than 115 mph, it caught many residents of Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands off guard. The devastating storm came one week after Hurricane Luis, a near catastrophic storm which was predicted to strike the region but veered away from it. Marilyn gathered power during its final stages and slammed into St. Thomas before moving over to St. Croix and St. John in the Virgin Islands, then Puerto Rico. Some gusts reportedly were as forceful as 200 mph. On Thursday, September 14, following a warning about Hurricane Marilyn by the National Weather Service, the U.S. Coast Guard shut down the port of San Juan for the second time in 10 days. Seafarers React Seafarers in San Juan sprang into action by securing the SIU hall and assisting in operations to secure the port. San Juan Port Agent Steve Ruiz noted that SIUcontracted Crowley American Transport directed many of its docked ships to sail (to avoid the storm), discontinued all cargo operations and secured the remaining vessels in port. The Seafarers-crewed SeaLand Shining Star was docked in Members of the SIU-affiliated United Industrial Workers are among the tens of thou;;,td;~fvc1ti~~~~~n San Juan when the emergency St. Thomas who literally are picking up the pieces in the aftermath of Hurricane Marilyn. Above: A man . walks through the rubble that was once a street in Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas, two days after Hurricane Continued on page 7 Marilyn devastated the U.S. Virgin Islands with storm gusts as foreceful as 200 mph. �OCTOBER 1995 SEAFARERS LOG 5 Drgulf Cooks Pass Culinary Course with Flying Colors The first class of Orgulf Towing cooks graduated from the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship's inland culinary course with high marks. "These members were very well motivated and it showed in their work," Chef Allen Sherwin said of Nancy Avery, Helen Brown, Pam Johnston and Martha Kell, who on September 15 completed two weeks of intensive training. Sherwin, who oversees the classroom and galley training of steward department members upgrading at the school, noted the students performed well on all their tests. "We concentrated our pro- gramtoprovideasmuchinformation as possible in the two-week period," Sherwin stated. "They met all the challenges and scored very well on their tests." Included in the course were sessions on menu management, food utilization, nutritional cooking as well as hands-on training in the school's lecture/demonstration galley. The four cooks also received certificates in sanitation for suecessfully completing assignmen ts and testing on such subjects as food-borne illnesses, personal hygiene and proper health practices in the galley. The National Restaurant Association recognizes the certificate, which Towboaters Bullish on Benefits of Upgrading Following the completion of their two-week inland culinary course at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship, the four Orgulf cooks planned to return to their towboats to tell fellow boatmen about the facility in Piney Point, Md. This was the first time any of the cooks bad seen and studied at the school, located on the campus of the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education. "I thought this was just for deep sea members," stated Pam Johnston of Benton, Ky. "I did not know their was so much here for all of us who work on towboats. ''The school provides a very good opportunity for anyone to learn more about our industry." Martha Kell said she would definitely tell her fellow Orgulf boatmen about the school. "When they ask me what I got out of this, I plan to tell them how they can upgrade and better themselves by coming here," the Edwardsville, Ill. cook told the Seafarers LOG. Adding to that, Nancy Avery of Baton Rouge, La. said, ''I' 11 tell them they can learn a lot here. The union is there ready to help you and this is a great example. "I would like to spend more time here and will return when I can," she remarked. The fourth member of the crew, Helen Brown from St. Charles, Mo., also commented that she plans to study again at the Lundeberg School. ''This has so much for everyone. I will come hack when I can.'' New Contract Approved By Cape Fear Seafarers isgivenonlyafterpassingteston all these subjects. "Overall, they were a very group of students," Sherwin said. Adding his praise of the quartet was Tony Sacco, SIU assistant vice president for inland waterways and Great Lakes, who worked with the cooks on unionrelated matters. "We reviewed basic information on how to handle grievances aboard their boats," Sacco said. "The cooks serve as the union delegates on their vessels, so it is important for them to know what to do. "Also, we reviewed how they could help their crewmembers fill out union forms for health and pension purposes." Additionally, the cooks studied outside the galley, learning how computers can help in ordering stores and planning menus. Speaking for the Orgulf cooks, Chef Allen Sherwin, center, oversees training for the first course specifically designed for Orgulf towboat cooks. From the left are Pam Johnston, Helen Brown, Sherwin, Martha Kell and Nancy Avery, who show off some of the goods they baked. Johnston said they all found the training "very informative. All of us learned a lot." The idea for the class originated after a meeting of the school's Inland Advisory Board, where representatives from the facility, union and contracted companies meet to discuss courses that can help SIU boatmen. Orgulf officials worked with the school to create a program for the cooks that met the needs of the boatmen and company as well as fit within the crewmembers' work schedules. Additional classes are being planned for Orgulf cooks. Information on these sessions will be available through SIU Representative Becky Sleeper at the union's St. Louis hall. Red Circle Crews Ratify 3-Year Pact SIU boatmen navigating three offshore tugs between ports in the Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean ratified a new agreement with Red Circle that guarantees them improved wages, benefits and working conditions into 1998. Representatives for the New Orleans-based company and the SIU held negotiations in the Louisiana city early this summer. The pact, which began June 30, includes-for the first time---outpatien t medical care for the spouses and dependents of SIU members who sail aboard the three offshore tugs. The Seafarers also will receive wage increases throughout the life of the contract. Delegates to the negotiations included Chief Cook John Ridley and AB Alex Miraglia. They were joined by SIU Vice President Gulf Coast Dean Corgey and New Orleans Patrolman Steve Judd. "Negotiations went very well. The SIU negotiating committee for the new Red Circle contract included (from left) New Orleans Patrolman Steve Judd, Chief Cook John Ridley, AB Alex Miraglia, VP Gulf Coast Dean Corgey and New Orleans Port Agent Joe Perez. I really enjoyed being part of the negotiating team," recalled Chief Cook Ridley. "Everyone really worked together to get a very good contract. We are all happy with the new agreement," Ridley added. "Everyone came out ahead," statedCorgey. "Itisafaircontract that keeps our members up with the industry." The Allison C. and Theresa F. haul phosphate rock from Tampa, Fla. to New Orleans; the Gale B. transports the mineral from Tampa to Puerto Rico. Phosphate rock is extracted from the bottom of the ocean floor and transported by Red Circle tugs and barges to refineries in New Orleans and Puerto Rico, where it is turned into fertilizer. Hall Center Exhibit Adds Two Posters Members of the SIU negotiating committee for the new three-year agreement with Cape Fear Towing include (from left) Engineer Jerry Hutto, Captain Ed Green, Norfolk Port Agent Mike Paladino, Engineer Don Todd and Deckhand David Register. The union negotiating committee for Cape Fear Towing Seafarers has announced ratification by the members who sail aboard the harbor docking tugs of a three-year agreement, effective September 1. Serving on the committee were Engineer Jerry Hutto, Captain Ed Green, Engineer Don Todd, Deckhand David Register and SIU Norfolk, Va. Port Agent Mike Paladino. The committee noted the addition of outpatient medical care for spouses and dependents was a big factor in the approval of the new pact. This is the first time that families of SIU members have received such coverage under a contract with Cape Fear Towing. "The outpatient care will really help the guys with families," Paladino told the Seafarers LOG. The Seafarers who work aboard the Fort Johnson, Fort Sumpter, Fort Fisher and Fort Caswell also will receive a wage increase each year of the agreement. The SIU-crewed vessels are responsible for bringing tankers, containerships, general cargo ships and other large vessels into and out of their individual piers at the North Carolina ports of Wilmington and Sunny Point. Negotiations between the union and the company took place at the company's headquarters in Wilmington. /(1<1i•f11 111vot:r1101/'V' t I. \. /111pl1111111mt 'terrir-, (!/fi'rr U. S. MERCHANT MARINE ep it under your TE TS ON_,_~ The collection of World War II merchant marine posters on display at the Paul Hall Center recently was enhanced by the addition of two more posters. As with the other 25, the newly acquired posters are in excellent condition and belong to the collection of former Seafarer Rendich Meola, who has loaned them to the school on a long-term basis. The poster in the photo at left was produced by the U.S. War Shipping Administration in 1942. The art for the poster in the photo at right was done by Melbourne Brindle. Seafarers are welcome to view the poster collection at the library in Piney Point. �6 SEAFARERS LOG OCTOBER 1995 LNG Taurus Recognized for Excellent Safety Record - --- -~ 1 ' Crews Maintain Injury-Free Status On Vessel/or More than FourYears Four-plus years of safe operations aboard the SIU-crewed ING Taurus have not gone unrecognized. Seafarers who have sailed on the Energy Transportation Corp. (ETC) liquified natural gas carrier during that time received special recognition for this accomplishment at a ceremony held earlier in the summer. The American Institute of Merchant Shipping (a national trade association representing U.S.-flag tankers and liners) and the National Safety Council Marine Division (a not-for-profit organization dedicated to protecting life and promoting health at sea and on the waterways) presented the ING Taurus with the 1994 Jones F. Devlin Award for shipboard safety. The award is given to any U.S.-flag vessel that can prove, at Seafarers sailing aboard the LNG Taurus stand in front of flags flown over the vessel indicating 1,506 the end of a calendar year, that it days worked without a lost-time injury-the best record in the ETC fleet. From the left are AB Todd has sailed for two years without a Hileman, AB Carlos Bonilla, Bosun Mo Rawi, Chief Cook Ron Aubuchon, QMED Steve Hoskins, SA Leon crewmember missing a watch because of an occupational injury. Rouse, QMED Joe Pomraning, SA Ivan Passapera, SA Jose Guzman and QMED Larry Pittman. SIU Protests Jailing of Nigerian Unionists SIU members joined with other trade unionists and Nigerian nationals on August 30 in an effort to help Nigerian trade unionists restore democracy to their country and to its workers' movement. Bearing signs calling for "Democracy in Nigeria," the demonstrators marched and chanted in front of the Nigerian Embassy in Washington, D .C. They were protesting the wrongful deposing of Nigerian oil union officials by the Nigerian military junta, and the jailing of the man who is thought to be lawfully elected by Nigerian citizens to lead the nation. Military regimes have ruled Nigeria for 25 of its 35 years of independence. On June 12, 1993, Nigerians went to the polls to vote in what was thought to be a free and democratic election shifting the nation from military to civilian rule. It appeared that businessman Moshood Abiola would be that country's new leader. However, the military declared the election results null and void even before the ballots were counted. The junta banned most democratic institutions (including the independent media) and eventually arrested A biol a, charging him with treason. One year after the election, the National Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG), joined by 40 other trade unions in the country, went on strike to protest the reinstatement of military rule and the arrest of Abiola. The protest effectively shut down Nigeria's commerce, as oil accounts for 90 percent of the nation's exports. Shortly after the strike started, Nigerian officials ordered the unionists back to work. However, the workers ignored the order and stayed out on strike. The junta then fired the president of NUPENG and other union leaders, who went into hiding be- The Taurus received its original award at the group's 1993 ceremony. . However, the crewmembers have taken the challenge to operate safely and injury-free to a higher status, which was recognized by the most recent award. ING Taurus Chief Cook Ron Aubuchon noted that the entire crew is very safety conscious at all times. "We had a lot of safety meetings, and we all worked really hard to ensure that we performed our jobs in the safest manner possible," recalled Aubuchon, who recently signed off the ship. "It was an exciting time," stated the chief cook, who is from St. Louis. "We kept track of the number of days the Taurus had gone without a shipboard injury. There was one tally board outside the captain's.quarters and another outside the galley, and each day a new number was posted. We were all very proud of the ship's outstanding record," he said. ETC Vice President of Safety and Training William T. Foran noted, "The LNG Taurus has shown a great deal of motivation and drive in achieving the Devlin A ward. A safe environment has been created for all workers aboard the Taurus." Shipboard Celebration ~ SEAFARERs TS ._,h~~~':.,NAnoNAt A.CY SUPPORTS IA lEMOCRACY 2-""" IN NIGERIA , SIU members join with other trade unionists outside the Nigerian ~mb.assy in Washington, £?.C,. on .Aug~st ~O to protest the unlawful 1m~nsonment of t~ade umornsts 1n N1gena. From the I~~ are SA Ph1lena Cosby, Chief Cook Ernest Dumont Sr., QMED Phillip Greenwell, Chief Steward Ruti Demot, QMED lobst Kroeger, QMED Brian Shilts, QMED Bruce Wright and Chief Cook Robert Arana. cause they feared being arrested. has been held incommunicado Held Without Cause and without charge since July 4, 1994, when he led his union on However, Frank Kokori, strike in opposition to the general secretary of NUPENG, military's takeover, shutting down production in the country's valuable oil fields. Several other unionists have been detained along with Kokori. Although a Nigerian court ruled in favor of Kokori' s lawsuit against the junta for unlawful detention, the country's military government appealed the ruling which stopped any progress in the case. Currently, Kokori and his colleagues remain in jail. Today, government-appointed "administrators" attempt to control several of Nigeria's largest " trade unions and its national federation, the Nigeria Labour Congress. The freely elected union leaders remain in hiding. Leadersofthecountry's41 industrial unions closed ranks after the clamp down by the junta. After Kokori 's detention and the installation of the so-called administrators, the government froze the federation's assets. Also, the government has threatened to move the Seafarers march in protest outside the Nigerian Embassy in federation's headquarters (curWashington, D.C. Included in the picket line are FOWT Levi Rollins, rently located in Lagos) to Abuja, hundreds of miles away. Chief Cook Robert Arana and Chief Cook Oren Parker. Seafarers who walked in the demonstration said they were proud to support Nigerian workers in their fight for democracy and were hopeful that the rally would put added pressure on the military government to release the trade unionists in Nigeria. Seafarers Show Support . Engme department upgrader Phillip Greenwell of Seattle said, "The SIU is ~lways out there, al~ays supportu~g others. I am a furn behever m human rights. Learning about this situation in Nigeria made me realize how important it is to stand up for those who can't stand up for themselves." Eric Gerstmann of Steward, Fla. added the protest "got the point across" that Seafarers would not sit idly by while other trade unionists' rights were being abused. "It is amazing that fascism still exists," noted Joseph Perry, a QMED from Florida. "I thought it was a good demonstration of solidarity." Luke Pierson, a QMED from the port of New Orleans, said he believes "it was a peaceful demonstration that really made me feel good. We did our part." While the Devlin Award ceremony was taking place in Texas, Aubuchon noted that a special celebration was enjoyed by the crew while the Taurus was at sea between Japan and Indonesia. "We had a big cookout with everything from hamburgers and hot dogs to shrimp and pizza. Everyone was so thrilled we had received the award," Aubuchon said. During the celebration, the ship's captain ordered special flags to be flown over the vessel in recognition of the more than 1,500 days worked without an injury. ''The crew of the Taurus is excellent. From the captain on down, everyone gets along. It was a very good tour for me," added Aubuchon, who also was aboard the Taurus in 1993 when the ship was first commended for its excellent safety record. The Taurus is one of eight ETC vessels that transports liquified natural gas between Arun, Indonesia and Kobe, Japan. The annual award presentation is named after Captain Jones F. Devlin a maritime consultant and arbitrator He developed marine safety p~grams for several U.S. shipping companies. ~ VourSPAD contribution helps keep Congress informed ofiheneeds of Maritime · ·· �OCTOBER 1995 SEAFARERS LOG Tanker Safety Courses Continue Throa II 196 The Paul Hall Center's fourweek tanker operation/safety course will be available to Seafarers throughout 1996, according to Bill Eglinton, director of vocational education at the center's Lunde berg School of Seamanship. "We anticipate scheduling the course in consecutive four-week blocks for most of the year. The first class in '96 will begin January 8 and end on February 2," he stated. "Of course, we' re also running the class two more times before the end of this year." Additional 1996 course dates will be published in upcoming issues of the Seafarers LOG. (See page 19 for a schedule of upcoming Lundeberg School classes and registration information.) All SIU members who sail aboard tankers are required to take the tanker operation/safety class, which has been offered at the school in Piney Point, Md. since January. Seafarers who work in the deck and engine departments must complete all four weeks of the course, which blends hands-on training with classroom instruction. Crewmembers who sail in the steward department are required to take only the first two weeks of the course. Pumpman Ken Stratton, who has sailed aboard tankers for 22' years, was among the group of upgraders scheduled to complete the class on October 6. "It's a good course. It's important to review different types of fires, what your firefighting equipment is all about, what to do in emergencies, how to get down in the tanks (to execute a rescue)," said Stratton, 40. "It's also important to go over in detail all precautionary measures. There are procedures you have to follow. and (reviewing them) was valuable to me." Stratton added that he is a frequent upgrader at Piney Point. "I graduated from the trainee program in 1972, and I've taken QMED courses and other classes here," he stated. "In 23 years, I'd estimate I've spent a year of my life at our school." Chief Steward Luis Escobar also was among the class of 53 students in the most recent course. "This course is an excellent opportunity for everybody to learn about risks that can happen in our field," said the 42-year-old who sails from the port of Honolulu. "Even though I sail in the steward department, I think [tanker safety] is of great concern to all members of the crew." Escobar, who has upgraded fourtimesatthePaulHallCenter, said the instructors were "excellent" and covered many subjects. He added learning how to monitor tanks, reviewing emergency procedures and studying the "Chemical Data Guide for Bulk Shipment by Water" as well as the "Emergency Response Guidebook" (both published by the U.S. DepartmentofTransportation, in part as aids for mariners) were course highlights. Numerous other subjects also are covered in the class. Among them are oil spill/hazardous materials (hazmat) prevention and recovery, confined-space entry and rescue, tankerconstruction, and chemical and physical properties of petroleum products. Other topics and exercises inelude creating site-specific shipboard safety plans, trouble- Upgraders unpack oil-spill containment booms last month during the shooting and basic maintenance tanker operation/safety course at the Paul Hall Center in Piney Point, of monitoring gear, fit-tests using Md. The course will be offered throughout 1996. respirators and other breathing 10/95 apparatus and emergency equipment, and an introduction to fire chemistry. Establishment of the course was agreed upon during contract One month remains for Seafarers and their families and friends negotiations between the union and SIU-contracted tanker com- to send their holiday messages to the Seafarers LOG for inclusion panies. It was developed by Lun- in the December 1995 issue. The greetings must reach the LOG deberg School instructors in office by Monday, November 13. Simply PRINT or TYPE (in 25 words or less) the message in response to regulations stemming from the Oil Pollution Act of the space provided below. All legible greetings that are written in the holiday spirit will be included if they are received in time. 1990 (OPA '90). (Please, no more than three entries per person.) Photographs also are welcome. Holiday greetings should be sent to the Seafarers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. After November 1, facmember right after Hurricane simile copies also will be accepted at (301) 702-4407. Additionally, forms may be filled out in any union hall and Marilyn hit," said Ruiz. "He lost everything. A mud slide took his turned in to the official at the counter--0r may be given to the home away. The area where his boarding patrolman at a vessel's payoff. To ensure that your holiday greeting is published, please be house once was is wiped clean of sure all information is printed clearly. everything." LOG to Print Personal Holiday Greetings Hurricane Unleashes Fury in Caribbean Continued from page 4 procedures to secure the port began. It was sent out to sea with 18 hours of cargo operations left undone. The SIU-crewed Humacao, a NPR, Inc. vessel, was diverted from the port of San Juan until the hurricane conditions surrounding the region had cleared. On September 16, Marilyn slammed into St. Thomas with winds that ripped the roofs off of homes, devastated government buildings and local businesses, capsized a Coast Guard cutter and plunked it onto a main thoroughfare and toppled yachts as if they were toy models. According to the U.S. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), 80 percent of the homes on St. Thomas were damaged or destroyed. The island's 51,000 residents lost water, electricity and telephone service. It may take months before those services are restored. At least eight confirmed deaths have been reported on St. Thomas. At LOG press time, communications to and from the island were extremely limited, and access to the island, via air or sea, also was severely restricted. However, Amos Peters, vice president of the UIW' s Caribbean Region, communicated with union headquarters via cellular phone on September 27. He reported that the UIW' s office on St. Thomas was damaged but not wiped out. "We have an office, but we have no power, no phone lines, no fax and no water," he said. The UIW official added that he believed no UIW members perished in the storm. "But as far as specifics about personal injuries and property damage, it will take some time to gather that information. I do know that many UIW members lost their homes." Many of the UIW members who live in the Virgin Islands are government workers. Peters said a lot of them have been reassigned from their regular work in order to help with relief efforts. On the neighboring island of St. Croix (population 55,000), 20 percent of the buildings suffered damage, while power and phone services were lost completely. One person reportedly died in the violent storm. The UIW office on St. Croix reopened shortly after the storm passed. ln nearby St. John, which is less populous than St. Thomas or St. Croix, 20 percent of the buildings were damaged, and power and water services were interrupted. Initial newspaper reports indicated five deaths occurred on St. John; however, fourof the five are unconfirmed. Culebra Damaged San Juan and towns on Puerto Rico's western coast were not devastated by the hurricane, but tropical winds damaged many homes and knocked out electricity and water in some areas for several days. The SIU San Juan hall lost power and water for about a day. Trees were blown down in the area surrounding it, and broken glass from neighboring windows was strewn about. However, it was cleaned up in a matter of hours. Of Puerto Rico's 78 municipalities, Culebra, an island east of San Juan and home to 3,000 people, sustained the most severe damage from Marilyn. An SIU member who lives on Culebra lost his home but was not injured. "I first heard from the Relief Efforts Begin The SIU has joined the AFLCIO' s disaster relief efforts, being conducted through the American Red Cross, in the Virgin Islands. The Seafarers and their contracted companies as well as the UIW also have embarked on additional relief efforts. Meanwhile, on September 26, the SIU-crewed Maersk Constellation arrived in St. Thomas with equipment and supplies to aid in the clean-up efforts. The vessel unloaded U.S. Army vehicles, portable kitchens, water, four 48foot vans full of food and medical supplies and other vans carrying communication supplies. In San Juan, Ruiz noted that SIU-contracted companieli such as Sea-Land, Crowley American Transport and NPR, Inc. have joined in the relief effort. The shipping companies have donated plywood, water, nonperishable foods and other items to aid the distraught residents and help in the rebuilding of the Caribbean islands. Seafarers are encouraged to donate clothing, non-perishable food items, flashlights and batteries at SIU halls. The donated items will be forwarded to UIW members in St. Thomas, St. Croix and St. John as soon as possible. Steve Edney, the UIW's national director, said collections are under way at UIW halls throughout the U.S. "We'll do everything we can to help the members in the Virgin Islands," Edney stated. Holiday Message (Please print or type) Message: - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Check the block which describes your status with the SIU: D Active Seafarer D Family Member of Active Seafarer D Retired Seafarer D Family Member of Retired Seafarer Send your greeting to the Seafarers WG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. The greeting should be received at the WG by Monday, Nov. 13, 1995. 7 �B SEAFARERS LOG OCTOBER 1995 ·afarers Always Ready On the Cape Wrath Sailing aboard the U.S. Military Sealift Command's (MSC) fleet of prepositioning ships means constantly being ready to quickly transport American military personnel and equipment to a designated area. Seafarers who crew the roll-on/roll-off vessel Cape Wrath demonstrated such readiness and abilities a year ago this month during Operation Southern Watch, which was the U.S. response to a buildup of elite Iraqi troops near Kuwait. As part of that operation, MSC directed 19 prepositioning ships, including the Cape Wrath and other Seafarerscrewed vessels, to move troops and supplies to the Persian Gulf. The mission ended after the threat of a confrontation with Iraq receded. These days, crewmembers aboard the Cape Wrath, which is operated by Amsea, still keep the vessel ready to sail, fully loaded with materiel for the U.S. Army, at a moment's notice. They regularly take part in military exercises and also handle maintenance and repairs. SIU Assistant Vice President Bob Hall, who provided the photos accompanying this article, recently met with crewmembers aboard the ship in Guam. "The crew realizes the importance of manning the prepositioning vessels," he said. ''They're a hard-working group." The prepositioning fleet is comprised of privately owned American-flag ships under charter to MSC. The Cape Wrath is part of the U.S. Military Sealift Command's prepositioning fleet. Bosun Ed Stoetzel Ready for a union meeting aboard the Cape Wrath are (from the left) Wiper Mike Coombs, SAs reminds crew about upSergio Castellanos and Carol Lyon, AB Don Coggins and Chief Electrician H. Chancey. coming military exercise. O/SMarilyn Delivers Food To W.Africa Seafarers aboard the Overseas Marilyn recently completed a 92day voyage from Orange, Texas to Africa and back. The bulk carrier, operated by Maritime Overseas Corp., delivered grains to the African ports of Freetown, Guinea and Monrovia, Liberia. SIU Patrolman Mike Calhoun met with crewmembers upon the vessel's arrival in Orange and subsequently provided the photos accompanying this article. During a shipboard meeting, he and the crew discussed the importance of both upgrading at the Paul Hall Center and donating to SPAD. Members also talked about the status of federal legislation that, if enacted, would allow Alaskan North Slope oil to be exported only aboard U.S.flag, American-crewed ships. The patrolman reported that the entire crew wishes to extend its sympathies to the family of Chief Engineer Thomas D. Luckey, who passed away while the Marilyn was in Africa. ''The crew really liked him and enjoyed working with him," Calhoun noted. ''They wanted the family to know their thoughts and prayers were with them." Listening to a report during a shipboard meeting is AB Ron Mena. Greeted by their respective wives upon the Marilyn's arrival in Texas are AB Mike Tannehill (far left, next to his wife, Karen) and OMU Floyd Acord (far right, with wife, Aurel Marie). Catching up on union news during a meeting on the Overseas Marilyn are (from left, standing) AB Mike Tannehill, Bosun Frank Cottongin, (se~ted) Steward Juan Rivera, SA Jorge Fernandez, AB Ronnie Norwood, AB Bob Seaman, OMU E. Silver, OMU Floyd Acord and AB Dave Hawkins. DEU Victor Quito joins fellow shipmates for a meeting in the galley aboard the Overseas Marilyn. �OCTOBER 1995 SEAFARERS LOG Remembering the Seafarers of WWII Active in Every Theater, Merchant Mariners .Faced Danger and Death For the past five years, Americans have marked the 50th anniversary of special events during World War II withcelebrations,reverenceand thanks. The last of the official anniversary observations took place last month in Hawaii to mark 50 years since the Axis powers surrendered to the Allies. What remains are the memories of those brave men and women who played a vital role in securing final victory. Among those who met the call of their country were members of the Seafarers International Union. The U.S. merchant marine, including thousands of Seafarers, supplied half the world with fuel, food and the tools of battle during World War II, delivering a myriad of cargoes. SIU members also brought back vital raw materials and other industrial necessities to the U.S., an often-overlooked as~ect of wartime shipping wh1ch nevertheless proved essential to maintaining the fight. B~t w~ile the selfless, daring contnbutJon ?f the Americ~ merchan~ manner ~a~ a c~cial e~ement _m the. Alhes ultimate victory, 1t earned a severe cost · More than ~,000 U.S: merchant seamen penshe~ du~ng Wo~ld \Yar IT-often m. mghtmansh c1rcumstances-w1th a casualty rate second only to the Marine Corps. A t?tal of more than 1,500 Amencan-flag ships were lo~t through torpedoes, bombs, Illines and other war-related incidents. More than 1,200 members of the. Seafarers International Umon were among those who gave their lives in the war. But SIU me~bers were undeterred, even dunng the many voyages w~en merchant. vessels sailed without protective escorts. In spite of the lethal dangers, no merchant ships idled in port for lack of crews, and in some cases there were even more men willingtoshipoutfromSIUhallsthan there were ships for them to sail, notes retired Seafarer John Bunker, who sailed during the war and who later worked as the union's first historian. (Bunker also wrote "The Seafarers in World War II," an extensive pamphlet first published by the SIU in 1951.) In all, SIU members sailed in every theater: the Pacific; the treacherous runs to Murmansk and Archangel; the U-boat-infested Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean Sea and Atlantic Ocean; the Persian Gulf, and more. marine sank the Robin Moor in May 1941 after giving the crew 20 minutes to abandon ship. Early in 1942, German Uboats carried the war to America's Atlantic Coast. Here again, Seafarers were among the first to be affected, as the SIUcrewed City of Atlanta was torpedoed and sunk near Cape Hatteras in January. Another SIU ship, the Venore, was sunk later that month in the same region. Many more Seafarer-crewed vessels (including the Robin Hood, Alcoa Guide, Oakmar, Marore, Major Wheeler and Pipestone County) were among the 154 Allied ships sunk along the coast and in the northwest Atlantic between January and June 1942. By mid-1942, the Caribbean andGulfalsowereinfested with enemy subs. A number of SIUmanned ships (including many operated by Waterman, Bull Lines and Alcoa) fell prey to them. Still sailing without guns or armed escorts, the Barbara, Alcoa Carrier, Alcoa Partner, Edith, Lebore, Alaskan and Antinous were among those that went under. Even a passenger ship ' the SIU-crewed Robert E· ~~' wassun~o!1J~ly.30,almost ms1de the M1ss1ss1pp1 Delta. The Russian Run Nearly 350 U.S. merchant ships made the bone-chilling, high-risk run to Murmansk and Archangel to deliver goods to the Russians. Seafarers were part of the famous convoys in July and September of 1942, as well as other voyages to the arctic ports. Most of the convoys were confronted by enemy planes, subs and surface craft, and the dangers were enhanced by storms, ice and fog. The Beauregard was one of many SIU ships to successfully complete the run; the Massmar, which struck a mine was one of ' A~ a~munition ship explodes after being torpedoed on the Murmansk Run, one of the most dangerous m1ss1onsfacedbymembersofthemerchantmarine. a number that never returned was headed to Scotland from home. Russia in the winter of 1945 'Volcano Fleets' whenitlostcontactwithitsconvoy. Carrying Norwegian Of all the vessels which refugees as passengers, the ship sailed during the war, none were was attacked by 23 German tormore at-risk than the tankers pedo planes. which carried oil and gasoline. Unwilling to flee despite imThe_se ships, known among possible odds, the Bacon ma~ners as the volcano fleets, engaged the aircraft in a fierce furnished 80 percent of all ~he battle-undoubtedly surprising fuel that powered th~ Alhed the Nazi pilots, who surely must bombers, tanks and Je~p~ of have expected an easy time World W ~II-tens of Illillions against the merchant ship. of gallons mall. The Amencans · took d own Yet there was no scarcity of eight or nine planes before the mariners from the SIU and the Germans finally torpedoed the Seafarers-affiliated Sailors' vessel. Union of the Pacific to crew the . As the ship went d~wn, tankers even though the vessels always' were one attack awa Seafarers and C?fficer~ ass1s!ed from exploding into a fiery masI. the N orwegta1;18-mclu?mg ~omen and ~h1ldren-mto lifeboats and hfe rafts. There Heroes and Lifeboats also was room for some of the As Bunker notes in his essay, crew. the SIU's history in World War When the Bacon went down, II is ripe with heroes, "the survivors in the lifeboats courageous battles against the saw Chief Engineer Haviland enemy and seemingly super- leaning against the bulwarks human struggles for survival in with Bosun Holcomb Lemmon, the aftermaths of sinkings. as casually as though the ship Thosetalesaretoonumerousto wasleavingthedockforanother recount here, but Bunker cites routine voyage," Bunker wrote. the Henry Bacon as a fitting ex- "Captain Carini waved to them ample of Seafarers' bravery. from the bridge and, as he did The Bacon, a Liberty Ship, so, the Henry Bacon slid swiftly Deadly Beginning SIU members were on the front lines of global action long before there were guns or convoys to protect them. In fact, Seafarers were exposed to the deadliness of the war many months before Pearl Harbor. One of the first U.S.-flag vessels to be attacked during the war was the SIU-crewed Robin Moor, an unarmed cargo ship bound for South Africa from New York. A German sub- Pictured above are suivivors of the Robin Moor, the first SIU-crewed vessel to be sunk during 'NWll. and quietly under the sea. "A big wave rolled over the spot and soon only some floating boards and crates marked where this gallant fighting freighter of the SIU had written such a glorious chapter into the annals of the American merchant service." The Invasions SIU-crewed vessels were part of the convoys at invasion points around the world. SIU members delivered troops and materiel to Normandy, Sicily, Oran, Casablanca, Avola, Gela, Salerno, Anzio, Guadalcanal, Leyte, Okinawa and other key places. One of many SIU freighters in the combat zones was the Jonathan Grout, a Liberty Ship which helped carry British troops from Alexandria for the invasion of Sicily in May 1943. Another was the Lawton B. Evans, a Liberty carrying 4,000 tons of gasoline and ammunition when she arrived at Anzio from Naples in January 1944. SIU ships also were among the· huge fleet that landed Marines and supplies on the volcanic, bloody isle oflwo Jima. And they were in the midst of the fighting at Okinawa where, on Easter Sunday in 1945, began the last great invasion of the war, a b~ttle that lasted for 82 days and ended only after 90,000 Japanese were killed in a maniacal defense of the "last stop before Japan." Seafarers Were There Bunker summarized the SIU' s role in the war when he wrote, "No executive manifestos, no formal enlistment, no testings of loyalty or pledges of devotion to their country's service were required to put SIU crews into action or prove their willingness to face danger-and death .... "Throughout the war, SIU ships were crewed through the union's hiring halls in an efficient system of manning which dispatched thousands of men to freighters, tugs, tankers and transports .... "And the men of the Seafarers International Union are ready now as they were in '42 to write another chapter of loyalty and able performance of duty into the annals of the American merchant service." 9 �OCTOBER 1995 SEAFARERS LOG Remembering the Seafarers of WWII Active in Every Theater, Merchant Mariners .Faced Danger and Death For the past five years, Americans have marked the 50th anniversary of special events during World War II withcelebrations,reverenceand thanks. The last of the official anniversary observations took place last month in Hawaii to mark 50 years since the Axis powers surrendered to the Allies. What remains are the memories of those brave men and women who played a vital role in securing final victory. Among those who met the call of their country were members of .the Seafarers International Uruon. The U.S. merchant marine, including thousands of Seafarers, supplied half the world with fuel, food and the tools of battle during World War II, delivering a myriad of cargoes. SIU members also brought back vital raw materials and other industrial necessities to the U.S., an often-overlooked as~ect of wartime shipping which nevertheless proved essential to maintaining the fight. B~t w~ile the selfless, daring contnbutlon of the American merchant mariner was a crucial e~ement .in the. Allies' ultimate victory, 1t earned a severe cost. More than 7,000 U.S. merchant seamen perished during World War TI-often in nightmarish circumstances-with a casualty rate second only to the Marine Corps. A total of more than 1,500 American-flag ships were lo~t through torpedoes, bombs, mmes and other war-related incidents. More than 1,200 members of the. Seafarers International Umon were among those who gave their lives in the war. But SIU me~bers were undeterred, even dunng the many voyages w~en merchant. vessels sailed without protective escorts. In spite of the lethal dangers, no merchant ships idled in port for lack of crews, and in some cases there were even more men willing to ship out from SIU halls than there were ships for them to sail, notes retired Seafarer John Bunker, who sailed during the war and who later worked as the union's first historian. (Bunker also wrote "The Seafarers in World War II," an extensive pamphlet first published by the SIU in 1951.) In all, SIU members sailed in every theater: the Pacific; the treacherous runs to Murmansk and Archangel; the U-boat-infested Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean Sea and Atlantic Ocean; the Persian Gulf, and more. marine sank the Robin Moor in May 1941 after giving the crew 20 minutes to abandon ship. Early in 1942, German Uboats carried the war to America's Atlantic Coast. Here again, Seafarers were among the first to be affected, as the SIUcrewed City of Atlanta was torpedoed and sunk near Cape Hatteras in January. Another SIU ship, the Venore, was sunk later that month in the same region. Many more Seafarer-crewed vessels (including the Robin Hood, Alcoa Guide, Oakmar, Marore, Major Wheeler and Pipestone County) were among the 154 Allied ships sunk along the coast and in the northwest AtIantic between January andJune 1942. By mid-1942, the Caribbean and Gulf also were infested with enemy subs. A number of SIUmanned ships (including many operated by Waterman, Bull Lines and Alcoa) fell prey to them. Still sailing without guns or armed escorts, the Barbara, Alcoa Carrier, Alcoa Partner, Edith, Lebo re, Alaskan and Antinous were among those that went under. Even a passenger ship, the SIU-crewed Robert E. Lee, wassunkonJuly30,almost inside the Mississippi Delta. . The Russian Run Nearly 350 U.S. merchant ships made the bone-chilling, high-risk run to Murmansk and Archangel to deliver goods to the Russians. Seafarers were part of the famous convoys in July and September of 1942, as well as other voyages to the arctic ports. Most of the convoys were confronted by enemy planes, subs and surface craft, and the dangers were enhanced by storms, ice and fog. The Beauregard was one of many SIU ships to successfully complete the run; the Massmar, which struck a mine was one of ' A~ a~munition ship explodes after being torpedoed on the Murmansk Run, one of the most dangerous m1ss1ons faced by members of the merchant marine. a number that never returned home. 'Volcano Fleets' Of all the vessels which sailed during the war, none were more at-risk than the tankers which carried oil and gasoline. These ships, known among mariners as the volcano fleets, furnished 80 percent of all the fuel that powered the Allied . f b omb ers, t an k s an d Jeeps o w ld w II t f . li for ll ~ ens o rm1 ons o ga ons m a . Yet there was no scarcity of mariners from the SIU and the Seafarers-affiliated Sailors' U · f th p ifi h mono e ac ic to crew t e tankers, even though the vessels always were fr lodin one · attack away om exp g mto a fiery mass. ll Heroes and Lifeboats As Bunker notes in his essay, the SIU' s history in World War II is ripe with heroes, courageous battles against the enemy and seemingly superhuman struggles for survival in the aftermaths of sinkings. Those tales are too numerous to recount here, but Bunker cites the Henry Bacon as a fitting example of Seafarers' bravery. The Bacon, a Liberty Ship, was headed to Scotland from Russia in the winter of 1945 when it lost contact with its convoy. Carrying Norwegian refugees as passengers, the ship was attacked by 23 German torpedo planes. Unwilling to flee despite impossible odds, the Bacon . . engaged the ru.rcraft m a ~e~ce battle--:u~doubtedly surpnsmg the Nazi pilots, who surely must h t d · ave expec e an easy time against the merchant ship. The Americans took down eight or nine planes before the Germans finally torpedoed the vessel. As the ship went down, Seafarers and officers assisted th e N orwegtans-mc · · 1u d.mg women and children-into lifeboats and life rafts. There also was room for some of the crew. When the Bacon went down, "the survivors in the lifeboats saw Chief Engineer Haviland leaning against the bulwarks with Bosun Holcomb Lemmon, as casually as though the ship was leaving the dock for another routine voyage," Bunker wrote. "Captain Carini waved to them from the bridge and, as he did so the Henry Bacon slid swiftly ' 1 ~;;:....-...:;tt5.;;;:::-; Deadly Beginning SIU members were on the front lines of global action long before there were guns or convoys to protect them. In fact, Seafarers were exposed to the deadliness of the war many months before Pearl Harbor. One of the first U.S.-flag vessels to be attacked during the war was the SIU-crewed Robin Moor, an unarmed cargo ship bound for South Africa from New York. A German sub- Pictured above are survivors of the Robin Moor, the first SIU-crewed vessel to be sunk during 'IN'/11. and quietly under the sea. "A big wave rolled over the spot and soon only some floating boards and crates marked where this gallant fighting freighter of the SIU had written such a glorious chapter into the annals of the American merchantservice." The Invasions SIU-crewed vessels were part of the convoys at invasion points around the world. SIU members delivered troops and materiel to Normandy, Sicily, Oran, Casablanca, Avola, Gela, Salemo, Anzio, Guadalcanal, Leyte, Okinawa and other key places. One of many SIU freighters · t he combat zones was the m Jonathan Grout, a Liberty Ship which helped carry British troops from Alexandria for the invasion of Sicily in May 1943. Another was the Lawton B. Evans, a Liberty carrying 4,000 tons of gasoline and ammunition when she arrived at Anzio from Naples in January 1944. SIU ships also were among the· huge fleet that landed Marines and supplies on the volcanic, bloody isle.oflwo !ima. And t~ey were 1.n the rmdst of the fightmg at Okinawa where, on Easter Sunday in 1945, began the last great invasion of the war, a be:ittle that lasted for 82 days and ended only after 90,000 Japanese were killed in a maniacal defense of the "last stop before Japan." Seafarers Were There Bunker summarized the SIU' s role in the war when he wrote, "No executive manifestos, no formal enlistment, no testings of loyalty or pledges of devotion to their country's service were required to put SIU crews into action or prove their willingness to face danger-and death .... "Throughout the war, SIU ships were crewed through the union's hiring halls in an efficient system of manning which dispatched thousands of men to freighters, tugs, tankers and transports .... "And the men of the Seafarers International Union are ready now as they were in '42 to write another chapter of loyalty and able performance of duty into the annals of the American merchant service." 9 �- --- --- OCTOBER 1995 - -- - SEAFARERS LOG Children of Seafarers is the focus of this month's feature. While some of the boys and girls accompanied their parents to the union hall, others experienced a day on the waterfront. One family sent photos from a day at the park. As always, the LOG welcomes your photographs and will publish them on a periodic basis. 11 �..,...... .... _. ""-".._....._.. 12 ____ __ ..._. ....... ~--~-------~ --------~~--~~--~- ~ - SEAFARERS LOG OCTOBER 1995 The SIU Wishes Our New Pensioners The Wind to Their Backs and Harbor from Storms ~ Each month in the Seafare rs LOG, the names of SIU members who recently have become pensioners appear with a brief biographical sketch. These men and women have served the maritime industry well, and the SIU and all their union brothers and sisters thank them for jobs well done and wish them happiness and health in the days ahead. ~ T his month the Seafarers Pension Plan announces the retirements of 23 SIU members who have completed their careers as merchant mariners. Sixteen of those signing off sailed in the deep sea division, six navigated the inland waterways and one worked aboard Great Lakes vessels. Twelve of the retiring Seafarers served in the U.S. military-I 0 in the Anny, one in the Navy and one in the Air Force. Among those joining the ranks of SIU pensioners are Alphonse Johnson, who completed the steward recertification course, and Perfecto M. Amper and Donald Wagner, who both graduated from the bosun recertification program at the Lundeberg School in Piney Point, Md. These courses are the highest levels of training for deck and steward members offered at the Lundeberg School. The oldest retiring members this month are Harry J. Celkos, Emil A. Gomez and Alphonse Johnson-all of whom are 70 years old. On this page, the Seafarers LOG presents brief biographical accounts of this month's pensioners. DEEP SEA tive in union beefs and organizing drives. From 1955 to 1957, he served in the U.S. Anny as a paratrooper. A native of New York, Brother Christensen now resides in Horida. CHARLES R.ALLEN, 65, began sailing with the Seafarers in 1964 from the port of ======New Orleans. Brother Allen started his career in the inland division as a member of the deck department and later tran sferred to deep sea vessels, shipping in the engine department. From 1949 to 1952, he served in the U.S. Anny. Born in Tennessee, Brother Allen now makes his home in Louisiana. PERFECTOM. AMPER, 67,joined the SIU in 1968 in the port of Seattle. The deck department member upgraded his rating at the Lundeberg School in Piney Point, Md., and completed the bosun recertification program there in 1982. Born in the Philippines, Brother Amper now Jives in California. NELSON R. DORADO, 66, started sailing with the union in 1964from the port of New Orleans. The deck department member was born in Colombia, South America. Brother Dorado presently lives in Louisiana. EMIL A. GOMEZ, 70,joined the union in 1944 in the port of New York. The New York native sailed as a member of the steward department. Brother Gomez currently makes his home in Japan. l GEORGE E.HARWELL,65, started his career with HARRY J. the SIU in CELKOS, 1946 in the 70,began port of sailing with L--""'---=!!:!!!!'!~--' Mobile, Ala. the SIU in He sailed in the deck depart1947 from ment. From 1954 to 1956, he the port of served in the U.S. Army. ~ PhiladelBrother Harwell continues to '---'-'-~.......__.~__,____J phia. Brother Celkos sailed as a mem- live in his native Alabama. ber of the deck department. A native of Pennsylvania, he con- ALtinues to live in that state. PHONSE JOHNSON, 70,began ROBERT sailing with A.CHRISthe SeaTENSEN, farers in 58,joined 1960 from the SIU in the port of the port of Mobile, Ala. He was a member New York of the steward department and following completed the steward recerhis gradutification course in 1989 at the ation from the SIU' s Andrew Lundeberg School. Dming his Furuseth Training School for union career, Brother Johnson entry level seamen in 1959. served as a delegate to the 1970 Brother Christensen sailed in crew conference, which the deck department, most recently as a bosun. He was ac- provided SIU members the chance to learn more about their union and the maritime industry, in Piney Point. From 1943 to 1946, he served in the U.S. Army. A native of Alabama, Brother Johnson has retired to that state. SEGUNDO S.LUNA, 65,joined the Seafarers in 1971 in the port of New Orleans. Born in Ecuador, he sailed as a member of the deck department. Brother Luna resides in Florida. ANSTEY MINORS, 58, started his career with the SIU in the port of New York following his graduation from the Andrew Furuseth Training School in 1961. Brother Minors last sailed in the steward department as a chief cook. During his union career, he upgraded at both the Andrew Furuseth Training School and its successor, the Lundeberg School. He actively participated in union organizing drives. Born in Trinidad, Brother Minors became a naturalized U.S. citizen. He presently lives in New York. GERALDO MORALES, 67,joined the Seafarers in 1962 in the port of New York. The U.S. Virgin Islands native sailed as a member of the steward department. Brother Morales makes his home in Florida. PAULB. POWERS, 65,began sailing with the Seafarers in 1971 from the port of Houston. The Oklahoma native sailed in the deck department and upgraded at the Lundeberg School. From 1951to1953, he served in the U.S. Army. Brother Powers continues to reside in Oklahoma. OSVALDO RIOS, 61, started his career with the SIU in 1959 in the port of New York. He was a member of the steward department, last sailing as a chief cook. He upgraded his ratings at both the Andrew Furuseth Training School and the Lundeberg School. From 1955 to 1957, Brother Rios served in the U.S. Air Force. He has retired to his native Puerto Rico. r=,,,.---===-----i DONALD WAGNER, 66,began sailing with the union in 1945 from the port of ·~ San Francis'--===----' co. Brother Wagner shipped in the deck department and completed the bosun recertification course in 1986 at the Lundeberg School. Late in his career, he sailed on Puerto Rico Marine and Sea- Land vessels. From 1946 to 1948, he served in the U.S. Army. Born in New York, Brother Wagner now lives in Florida INLAND GEORGE PALOUMBIS, 65, started his career with the SIU in 1971 in the port of New York. He later upgraded at the Lundeberg School. Brother Paloumbis sailed as a member of the engine department. Born in Greece, he has returned to his native country. HENRYM. CORBELL,62, joined the SIU in 1972 in the port of Norfolk, Va. The Virginia native, a licensed operator, sailed in the deck department, most recently as a relief captain. He attended upgrading courses at the Lundeberg School. From 1953 to 1955, he served in the U.S. Army. Boatman Corbell continues to make his home in Virginia. JAMESD. POSTON, 66,joined the union in 1970 in the port of New York. Brother Pos' - - - - = = = - - ' ton sailed in the deck department, most recently as a bosun. From 1946 to 1950, he served in the U.S. Navy. Brother Poston lives in his native South Carolina. THOMAS L. FARRELL, 61, joined the Seafarers in the port of Baltimore following --~_....L.....,.___, his graduation from the Andrew Furuseth Training School for entry level seamen in 1961. Boatman Farrell sailed in both the deck and steward departments and ~ ~ upgraded to AB at the Andrew Furuseth Training School. During his union career, he served as a delegate to several inland crew conferences at the Lundeberg School. Boatman Farrell retired to his home state of Pennsylvania. ROYC. HARRISON, 62, started his career with the SIU in 1973 in the port of Mobile, Ala. The Alabama native sailed as a member of the deck department. Boatman Harrison continues to live in Alabama. RONALD E. HURD, 62,began sailing with the Seafarers in 1961 from }fi;,t.., the port of --""'~i..L.--~--' Port Arthur, Texas. Sailing in the deck department, he worked his way up from deckhand to captain and earned his first class pilot/operator's license. From 1954 to 1955, he served in the U.S. Army. Boatman Hurd remains a Texas resident. JOHN RICHARD, 58, joined the SIU in 1963 in the port of Port Arthur, Texas. Boatman Richard sailed in the deck department and advanced from mate to captain. He received his first class pilot's license and upgraded at the Lundeberg School. Born in Louisiana, Boatman Richard currently makes his home in Texas. HOWARD SEGREST, 45, started his career with the · union in 1971 from the port of Port Arthur, Texas. He sailed in the engine department. From 1967 to 1970, he served in the U.S. Army. Born in Arizona, Boatman Segrest lives in Texas. GREAT LAKES JAMESH. KETTNER,65, joined the Seafarers in 1980 in the port of Duluth, L;_______:===-:= Minn. The Wisconsin native sailed primarily for Kinsman Lines as a member of the engine department. From 1951 to 1953, he served in the U.S. Army. Brother Kettner retired to his home state of Wisconsin. �[1"""9'l"'""""'--~----------------~---~~ - - .,.- - SEAFARERS LOG OCTOBER 1995 Dispatchers' Report for Deep Sea AUGUST 16 - SEPTEMBER 15, 1995 *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Port New York 30 Philadelphia 5 Baltimore 8 12 Norfolk Mobile 7 New Orleans 23 Jackson ville 19 San Francisco 22 Wilmington 15 Seattle 31 7 Puerto Rico 6 Honolulu 26 Houston 2 St. Louis 1 Piney Point Algonac 0 214 Totals Port New York 16 Philadelphia 1 0 Baltimore 3 Norfolk Mobile 6 New Orleans 9 Jacksonville 20 San Francisco 14 7 Wilmington 17 Seattle 4 Puerto Rico 2 Honolulu Houston 12 St. Louis 1 Piney Point 2 Algonac 0 Totals 114 Port 20 New York Philadelphia 0 1 Baltimore Norfolk 6 4 Mobile New Orleans 9 Jacksonville 9 San Francisco 22 Wilmington 10 Seattle 22 Puerto Rico 1 Honolulu 5 Houston 13 St. Louis 2 Piney Point 8 Algonac 0 Totals 132 Port New York 9 Philadelphia l Baltimore 0 1 Norfolk 1 Mobile New Orleans 9 2 Jacksonville San Francisco 8 4 Wilmington 10 Seattle Puerto Rico 5 Honolulu 5 Houston 1 St. Louis 0 Piney Point 0 Algonac 0 Totals 56 Totals All De[!artments 516 24 6 5 22 13 25 21 16 14 21 5 13 30 1 8 2 1 2 1 2 5 1 1 1 3 6 2 9 0 1 1 222 44 4 11 0 5 8 7 14 9 11 10 11 3 11 13 2 12 0 127 5 1 1 6 0 2 3 0 3 2 0 8 4 0 0 0 35 78 0 I 0 3 0 2 0 3 2 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 13 38 5 1 3 3 10 2 2 11 3 4 10 11 3 4 l 7 4 0 6 0 3 12 13 16 11 22 10 18 7 42 19 9 1 14 7 8 9 4 2 41 3 TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT 15 6 23 4 2 1 1 9 8 5 12 14 0 11 9 1 29 18 25 19 2 16 0 9 12 3 13 7 0 21 1 2 2 4 4 8 4 23 15 1 0 1 1 0 0 1 0 0 175 156 31 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 0 14 13 0 3 1 6 1 1 5 2 8 1 8 3 18 3 12 1 16 9 0 9 5 2 5 6 0 10 16 1 3 3 3 2 9 2 12 14 5 0 1 0 3 2 0 0 0 95 124 19 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 8 0 9 2 1 0 1 0 l 1 6 6 2 1 8 2 10 9 4 1 9 7 0 16 7 0 8 7 0 12 4 1 0 1 0 5 0 3 6 0 0 1 2 0 0 0 0 0 94 61 6 ENTRY DEPARTMENT 4 19 1 1 3 0 2 0 1 4 8 1 12 0 0 18 7 4 5 16 1 1 9 3 2 4 7 5 0 3 0 4 1 7 0 10 2 5 0 0 0 0 1 7 1 1 0 0 Trip Reliefs 5 66 3 0 1 2 5 16 6 14 6 1 4 11 0 5 6 20 17 24 44 43 50 11 12 25 24 39 14 28 6 6 4 4 7 12 86 0 0 0 35 34 51 6 25 40 2 9 3 74 381 394 30 51 16 10 47 1 1 2 33 27 5 1 3 11 13 1 1 2 3 6 10 3 3 8 0 6 7 24 29 24 16 27 4 4 19 56 1 2 0 211 4 30 0 0 4 0 0 0 1 1 5 5 5 13 7 5 1 1 5 0 0 0 5 9 17 19 65 20 37 2 20 19 7 10 11 23 22 1 2 7 3 5 12 0 2 1 7 1 2 6 0 4 2 28 1 20 7 21 4 18 2 0 16 12 4 0 0 0 226 0 48 21 2 2 15 1 17 1 6 12 14 21 11 7 1 19 1 1 4 0 3 1 3 4 2 1 13 12 0 14 0 6 1 1 0 2 53 260 152 37 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 23 55 25 2 1 1 12 1 18 3 27 23 3 7 21 3 19 5 20 0 19 8 15 10 11 2 0 0 0 47 27 110 425 296 962 12197 467 0 0 0 0 0 13 2 0 3 2 228 118 23 132 40 0 0 0 0 655 210 387 473 96 183 1 **REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C 1 12 38 12 84 30 4 20 1 * "Total Registered'' means the number of Seafarers who actually registered for shipping at the port. **"Registered on Beach" means the total number of Seafarers registered at the port. 0 11 22 24 9 15 125 7 0 5 2 13 November &December 1995 · Membership Meetings Deep Sea, Lakes, Inland Waters Piney Point Monday: November 6, December 4 New York Tuesday: November 7, December 5 Philadelphia Wednesday: November 8, December 6 Baltimore Thursday: November 9, December 7 Norfolk Thursday: November 9, December 7 Jacksonville Thursday: November 9, December 7 Algonac Monday: November 13*; Friday, December 8 *changed by Veterans' Day holiday Houston Monday: November 13, December 11 New Orleans Tuesday: November 14, December 12 Mobile Wednesday: November 15, December 13 San Francisco Thursday: November 16, December 14 Wilmington Monday, November 20, December 18 Seattle Friday: November 24, December 22 San Juan Thursday: November 9, December 7 St. Louis Friday: November 17, December 15 Honolulu Friday: November 17, December 15 Duluth Wednesday: November 15, December 13 Jersey City Wednesday: November 22, December 20 New Bedford Tuesday: November 21, December 19 Each port's meeting starts at 10:30 a.m. Personals KENNITH COOPER Please contact your brother, Daniel Cooper, at (215) 726-0452. ELEFrHERIS KARAOGLANIS Please contact your sister, Christine Purvey, or your nephew, Bob Purvey, at (818) 883-1376. TO THE FRIENDS OF THOMAS LLOYD MEALEY Anyone with information concerning Thomas Lloyd Mealey, please contact his son, Thomas Hill, at 1551 Hemlock St., Eugene, OR 97404. Mealey sailed from the mid-1940s to 1968. ROBERT J. MOMENEE Please contact your mother, Helen Jeanne Momenee, at (419) 474-6148. TO THE FRIENDS OF RALPH PATTON NOELIE Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Ralph Patton Noelie, please contact Del Wasso, 774 Geneva, Romeoville, IL 60446; or call (815) 886-5052. Mr. Noelie, was a merchant mariner from 1944 to 1945. ADAM TAMMARO Please contact your sister, Gloria Luke, at (813) 842-4218, conerning your father, George Luke. �14 SEAFARERS LOG Seafarers International Union Directory Michael Sacco President John Fay Secretary-Treasurer Joseph Sacco Executive Vice President Augustin Tellez Vi(;e President Contracts George McCartney Vice President West Coast Roy A. "Buck'~ Mercer Vice President Government Services Jack Caffey Vice President Atlantic Coast Byron Kelley Vice President Lakes and Inland Waters DeanCorgey Vice President Gulf Coast HEADQUARTERS 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 (301) 899-0675 ALGONAC 520 St Clair River Dr. Algonac, MI 4800 I (810) 794-4988 BALTIMORE 1216 E. Baltimore St. Baltimore, MD 21202 (410) 327-4900 DULUTH 705 Medical Arts Building Duluth, MN 55802 (218) 722-4110 HONOLULU 606 Kalihi St. Honolulu, HI 96819 (808) 845-5222 HOUSTON 1221 Pierce St. Houston, TX 77002 (713) 659-5152 JACKSONVILLE 3315 Liberty St. Jacksonville, FL 32206 (904) 353-0987 JERSEY CITY 99 Montgomery St. Jersey City, NJ 07302 (201) 435-9424 MOBILE 1640 Dauphin Island Pkwy. Mobile, AL 36605 (334) 478-0916 NEW BEDFORD 48UnionSt New Bedford, MA 02740 (508) 997-5404 NEW ORLEANS 630 Jackson Ave. New Orleans, LA 70130 (504) 529-7546 NEW YORK 635 Fourth Ave. Brooklyn, NY 11232 (718) 499-6()()() NORFOLK 115 Third St. Norfolk, VA 23510 (804) 622-1892 PHILADELPHIA 2604 S. 4St. Philadelphia, PA 19148 (215) 336-3818 PINEY POINT P.O. Box 75 Piney Point, MD 2067 4 (301) 994-0010 PORT EVERGLADES 1221 S. Andrews Ave. Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33316 (954) 522-7984 SAN FRANCISCO 350 Fremont St. San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 543-5855 Government Services Division (415) 861-3400 SANTURCE 1057 Fernandez Juncos Ave., Stop I 6lh Santurce, PR 00907 (809) 721-4033 SEATTLE 2505 First Ave. Seattle, WA 98121 (206) 441-1960 ST.LOUIS 4581 Gravois Ave. St. Louis, MO 63116 (314) 752-6500 WILMINGTON 510 N. Broad Ave. Wilmington, CA 90744 (310) 549-4000 OCTOBER 1995 Dispatchers' Report for Great Lakes AUGUST 16- SEPTEMBER 15, 1995 CL-Company/Lakes L-Lakes NP-Non Priority *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP Port Algonac Port Algonac Port Algonac Port Algonac 0 32 5 0 14 3 0 7 3 0 17 12 TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP DECK DEPARTMENT 0 31 5 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 18 0 7 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 0 3 7 ENTRY DEPARTMENT 0 0 0 **REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP 0 38 15 0 16 6 0 8 3 0 31 43 Totals All Departments 0 70 23 15 0 56 0 93 * ''Total Registered" means the number of Seafarers who actually registered for shipping at the port. **"Registered on Beach" means the total number of Seafarers registered at the port. 67 Dispatchers' Report for Inland Waters AUGUST 16 - SEPTEMBER 15, 1995 *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Region Atlantic Coast Gulf Coast Lakes & Inland Waters West Coast Totals Region Atlantic Coast Gulf Coast Lakes & Inland Waters West Coast Totals Region Atlantic Coast Gulf Coast Lakes & Inland Waters West Coast Totals 2 39 2 0 5 6 2 0 10 0 6 47 13 16 3 2 7 0 0 0 3 0 0 1 0 0 12 3 1 1 2 6 0 0 0 1 0 0 3 0 3 9 1 6 4 TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A ClassB Class C DECK DEPARTMENT 3 0 0 1 1 1 9 2 0 20 1 2 33 4 3 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 1 0 0 2 1 0 3 0 0 1 2 0 1 1 8 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 0 1 3 0 0 1 6 0 **REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C 11 4 16 7 38 2 3 20 0 11 0 5 28 30 39 1 0 1 0 1 1 0 0 2 2 0 3 9 0 0 11 12 15 44 47 4 56 Totals All Departments 68 17 23 6 * "Total Registered" means the number of Seafarers who actually registered for shipping at the port. **"Registered on Beach'' means the total number of Seafarers registered at the port. 56 3 2 3 0 8 3 2 5 0 10 4 0 Letters to the Editor Leback Offers Follow-up On SS Typhoon History I read with interest James M. Smith's article "Danger at DawnMay 1943," which appeared in the August 1995 issue of the Seafarers LOG. I thought Jim Smith and your readers might be interested in the history of the Typhoon after the 1943 incident reported in the story. She was converted to a troop transport (1,454 troops) in August 1945 and operated as a troop ship through to the end of the war. In 1946 she was returned to the Maritime Commission and laid up. In 1948 she was sold to Waterman Steamship Company and renamed Mobilian. She remained in Waterman's service through 1955, then became the Ocean Joyce. In 1961 she was renamed Overseas Joyce; 1965 saw her as the Sapphire Sandy. In 1967 she was detained under arrest, in New York. sold at public auction and renamed Richwood. In 1970 she once again was sold and renamed General Ranger. The end came on 14 June 1971, when grounded off Costa Rica. Leaking and flooded, she was abandoned and declared a total loss. She was on this last voyage from Nagoya, Japan to Paramaribo, Surinam with automobiles. She lasted 28 years. Captain Warren G. Leback Princeton, NJ. (The writer is a former United States Maritime Administrator) Writing to Congress Proves Rewarding Once again, I'm writing to encourage SIU members to write their elected representatives in Washington. I did just that many months ago concerning the declining U.S. merchant marine, and much to my surprise, I've received responses from a few senators and congressmen stating their support of the merchant marine. It seems getting started and writing that first letter is the hardest part, but it's well worth it, especially when I realize the letters are being read. The people in Congress want to hear from citizens who are affected by the laws they pass. Now, I'm writing to other representatives in Washington, plus city officials and even newspaper reporters. My advice to both active and retired SIU members is, write to your representatives. It would be especially impressive to send a letter signed by the entire crew of an SIU ship. Or, if you're a retiree (as I am), writing is a good way to keep your mind active. Walter Karlak Woodside Queens, N.Y. Merchant Mariners Deserve Respect Thanks to this nation's Freedom of Information Act, I recently saw a fact sheet that says our U.S. merchant marine of World War TI suffered a greater percentage of war-related deaths than all U .S. Armed Forces combined. We were the only all-volunteer service, yet many people still don't know there were American merchant ships sunk by enemy action before Pearl Harbor. The first SIU ship to go under was the SS Robin Moor on May 21 , 1941. A total of 833 U.S. ships were sunk, and 31 disappeared without a trace. Yet for 43 years, Congress cheated the World War TI merchant marine out of veterans' benefits, even though President Franklin D. Roosevelt promised us those benefits. Even today, some of the men who sailed in the merchant marine during the war are unfairly being denied such benefits. The American merchant seamen of World War II deserve better treatment, both then and now. Peter Salvo McKeesport, Penn. �SEAFARERS LOG OCTOBER 1995 Digest of Shipboard Union Meetings The Seafarers LOG attempts to print as many digests of union shipboard minutes as possible. On occasion, because of space limitations, some will be omitted. Ships minutes first are reviewed by the union's contract department. Those Issues requiring attention or resolution are addressed by the union upon receipt of the ships minutes. The minutes are then forwarded to the Seafarers LOG for publication. GUA YAMA (NPR, Inc.), June 25-Chainnan Luis Ramirez, Secretary Mark Hoyman, Educational Director Fred Dougherty, Deck Delegate Matt Arnold, Engine Delegate Daniel Campbell, Steward Delegate Donald Williams. Chairman asked contracts department for clarification of emergency relief policy. Secretary advised crewmembers to consider safety above all else. Educational director stressed importance of upgrading at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT. Chairman urged members to help save merchant fleet by writing congressmen. Crew noted new sofa for crew lounge not yet received. Next port: Jacksonville, Fla. SEA-LAND ENTERPRISE (Sea-Land Service), June 12Chairman Hayden Gifford, Secretary Julio Roman, Educational Director Ray Chapman. Chairman advised crew to be familiar with all shipboard fire stations and fire equipment. He complimented galley gang for fine meals. Secretary underlined importance of upgrading skills at Piney Point. Educational director asked members to donate to SPAD. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew extended special vote of thanks to steward department for clean mess halls and good food. CHARLES L. BROWN (Transoceanic Cable), July 28-Chairman Roger Reinke, Secretary Kenneth Hagan, Educational Director Faustino Pereira, Engine Delegate Ernest Cox, Steward Delegate Charlfred Autrey. Chairman announced separate payoff times for cable layers and all other crewmembers. Deck delegate reminded crew of no smoking rule in crew lounge. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew notified that water coolers are now on board until new drinking water filter system is installed. Chairman informed crew three new washers and dryers were ordered and crew lounge couch being reupholstered. Crew reported starboard side air conditioning not working properly. Crew thanked steward department for midnight meals. Next port: St. Thomas, U.S.V.I. Bigger Fish to Fry? NEDLLOYD HOLLAND (SeaLand Service), July 23--Chairman Freddie Goethe, Secretary C. Jones. Chairman advised all crewmembers wishing to continue sailing aboard tankers to attend Piney Point tanker operations course. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked galley gang for job well done. LIBERTY WA VE (Liberty Maritime), August 13-Chairman Neil Matthey, Secretary Vincent Sanchez Jr., Educational Director Kelly Graham, Deck Delegate Lee Hollier, Engine Delegate Roman Niles, Steward Delegate A. Fanchini. Chairman announced ship will be loading 52,000 tons of corn in New Orleans destined for Agaba, Jordan. Bosun stated captain going on vacation and new captain signing on for next trip. Disputed OT reported by engine delegate. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or steward delegates. Chairman announced new TV speaker, toaster, washer and dryer have been ordered. Crew thanked steward department for job well done and for preparing enjoyable cookouts. Bosun encouraged crew to keep mess rooms and crew lounge clean. He also reminded members of the importance of upgrading at Lunde-berg School. Next port: New Orleans. 2ND LT. JOHN P. BOBO (Amsea), August 6--Chairman William Bratton, Secretary Dorray Saberon, Educational Director Michael Langenbach, Deck Delegate Thomas J. Guffey, Engine Delegate James Bates. Chairman reported crew lounge TV has been repaired and returned to ship. He discussed upcoming contract negotiations between union and Amsea. He advised crew to have updated z-cards and benzene cards. Educational director discussed importance of taking upgrading courses offered at Piney Point, especially the tanker operations course. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Chairman announced the ship's contract with U.S. government renewed for another five years. AB Steve Foster requested more frequent union meetings be held while at sea. AB Albert Austin thanked captain for prompt understanding and action when a death in his family occurred. Chairman reminded crew of importance of SPAD and MDL in keeping the union strong. Next port: Malaga, Spain. MAUI (Matson Navigation), August 25--Secretary Don Dwyer, Steward Delegate Nasar A. Alfaqih. Chairman urged crewmembers to write congress in support of pending maritime legislation. Steward delegate discussed importance of donating to SPAD and reminded crew to register for tanker operations course at Paul Hall Center. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Secretary encouraged members to read Seafarers LOG. Steward delegate noted new galley gang uniforms on order. Next port: Honolulu. Patrick Maher, oiler aboard the USNS Victorious, recently spent some of his off-time fishing from the T-AGOS vessel. Here, he displays his first catch made between California and Hawaii: a 4-pound tuna. OM/ HUDSON (OMI), August 13--Chairman Oscar Wiley, Secretary Terry Allen, Educational Director L. W. Philpot, Deck Delegate Ken Gilliam, Engine Delegate Thomas Koubek, Steward Delegate Floyd Bishop. Chainnan urged crewmembers to take advantage of upgrading opportunities available at Lundeberg School, especially tanker operations and advanced firefighting courses. Secretary informed crewmembers of latest developments on Alaskan oil bill and noted details to be found in current issue of Seafarers LOG. Educational director encouraged upgrading at Paul Hall Center. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked contracts department to look into improved vision and dental plans. Educational director requested crew to help keep mess hall clean. Chairman advised crew not to wear hats during meals. Steward reminded crewmembers to separate plastic trash from regular refuse. Galley gang thanked for job well done. Next port: Texas City, Texas. John Ross. Chairman and crew discussed situation dealing with flagging-out of five Sea-Land vessels. Chairman reminded crew of importance of donating to SPAD. Treasurer announced $150 in ship's fund. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT by engine or steward delegates. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. SEA-LAND ENTERPRISE (Sea-Land Service), August 23Chairman Elex Cary Jr., Secretary Julio Roman, Educational Direc- 15 Ray Agbulos, Educational Director E.B. Perreira, Deck Delegate Nick McKnett, Engine Delegate Lonnie Carter, Steward Delegate Mercurion Abuan. Chairman announced annual U.S. Coast Guard inspection. He stressed importance of fire prevention and safety on deck at all times. Educational director reminded crew to donate to SPAD and upgrade at Lunde berg School. No beefs or disputed OT rei:)orted. Crew extended vote of thanks to galley gang for job well done. Next port: Long Beach, Calif. OMI Missouri:1st U.S. Ship to Visit Nikolayev OOCL INSPIRATION (SeaLand Service), August 6-Chairman Ron Dailey, Secretary Ekow Doffoh, Educational Director Eric Bain, Engine Delegate Paul Babbin, Steward Delegate Raul Gotay. Chairman advised crewmembers to attend tanker operations course at Lundeberg School so they can continue sailing aboard tankers. Secretary also encouraged crew to participate in the Piney Point upgrading program. Engine delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or steward delegates. Crew gave vote of thanks to steward department for delicious food throughout voyage. Next port: Boston. OVERSEAS ALASKA (Maritime Overseas), August 14Chairman John Kelley, Secretary Lincoln Pinn, Educational Director Steven Tebbe, Deck Delegate James Catlin, Engine Delegate Steve Hansford, Steward Delegate Frank Martin. Chairman reminded crewmembers to enroll in tanker operations course at Paul Hall Center. He asked members to keep crew lounge clean and rewind and put away videotapes when finished. He announced payoff date in port of Tacoma, Wash. Educational director urged crew to upgrade as often as possible at Lundeberg School and donate to SPAD. Members commemorated anniversary of Paul Hall's birthday. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked galley gang for job well done. OVERSEAS MARILYN (Maritime Overseas), August 6-Chairman Frank Cottongin, Secretary Jose Rivera, Deck Delegate Mike Tannehill, Engine Delegate W.C. Weekley Sr. Chairman announced payoff in Orange, Texas and reminded crewmembers not to leave ship until rooms are cleaned for inspection. Secretary requested additional stores in case of another extended voyage. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine or steward delegates. Crew reported drinking water dirty and requested problem be fixed. PFC JAMES ANDERSON JR. (Maersk Lines Ltd.), August 17--Chairman James Keith Jr., Secretary Marvin James, Educational Director Alfred Hannman, Deck Delegate Steve Estrela, Engine Delegate Steve Cortez, Steward Delegate Flo Houquha. Chairman reported captain commended "outstanding SIU crew" for hard work done during trip. Treasurer announced $450 in ship's fund. Deck and engine delegates reminded crew to attend tanker operations course at Piney Point. Crew gave vote of thanks to steward department for job well done. Bosun and deck delegate thanked crewmembers for excellent teamwork. Crew told new VCR and TV for lounge will be brought aboard in Jacksonville, Fla. SEA-LAND DEVELOPER (Sea-Land Service), August 9Chairman Dana Cella, Secretary Frank Sison, Educational Director The SIU-crewed OM/ Missourirecently became the first American-flag ship to berth in Nikolayev, Russia, where a Russian navy base is located. The photo above, which shows AB Ron Johnson (left) and Radio Officer Ronald Dole, Jr., was taken in nearby Odessa, also part of the former Soviet Union. tor R.W. Risbeck, Deck Delegate Donald Rezendes, Engine Delegate James Spranza, Steward Delegate Cesar Lago. Chairman announced U.S. Coast Guard inspection of ship next trip. Bosun and secretary asked crew to donate to SPAD to keep union strong. Educational director encouraged members to upgrade at Paul Hall Center and give to SPAD. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew requested additional washing machine so work and street clothes can be cleaned in separate machines. SEA-LAND INDEPENDENCE (Sea-Land Service), August 6-Chairman Jose Loureiro, Secretary William Bragg, Educational Director Lawrence Holbert, Engine Delegate Juan Garcia, Steward Delegate M. Mohamed. Chairman advised crew of payoff in Long Beach, Calif. He asked crewmembers to always ''work safe" and be cautious of possible hazards. Secretary announced latest news regarding efforts in Congress to pass an Alaskan oil bill, allowing export of Alaskan North Slope oil aboard U.S. tankers. He reminded crew to attend tanker operations course at Paul Hall Center as soon as possible. Educational director asked crew to continue upgrading at Lundeberg School. Treasurer reported $90 in movie fund and crew voted to purchase new videos in ne~t port. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Steward delegate asked crewmembers to report all injuries and illnesses. Chairman noted repair list to be completed. He thanked galley gang for excellent job. Next port: Kaosiung, Taiwan. SEA-LAND INNOVATOR (Sea-Land Service), August 26Chairman John Stout, Secretary SEA-LAND PACIFIC (SeaLand Service), August 13-Chairman Lothar Reck, Secretary George Bronson, Educational Director Larry Cline, Deck Delegate Pamela Taylor, Engine Delegate Michael Bautista, Steward Delegate Charles Atkins. Chairman encouraged members to contribute to SPAD to keep union strong. He reminded crewmembers to check with union patrolman and U.S. Customs upon arrival in port. Bosun asked members to keep laundry room and crew lounge clean. He also urged them to clean cabins and have fresh linens ready for next crewmember. Secretary encouraged all members to upgrade at Paul Hall Center and advised cooks to check Seafarers LOG for recertified steward course schedule. Educational director suggested crewmembers stay informed on industry happenings. He urged crew to vote in 1996 elections and upgrade skills at Piney Point. Treasurer announced 16 new movies and tape rewinder purchased from ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked galley gang for job well done. Chairman asked crew to keep new dryer clean and check pants pockets for items before washing or drying. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. SEA-LAND PRODUCER (SeaLand Service), August 6--Chairman Jack Edwards, Secretary Donna Jean Clemons, Educational Director Robert Hamil, Deck Delegate Mitchell Santana, Engine Delegate Abdul Mohamed, Steward Delegate Joseph Laureta. Chairman announced ship's arrival and departure time from Oakland and Long Beach, Calif. Educational director reminded crewmembers Continued on page 16 �f IWWW:S!Qi MW r 16 SEAFARERS LD6 OCTOBER 1995 those sleeping can rest. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. · Ships Digest Continued from page 15 now is time to take tanker operations course at Lundeberg School. He advised crew that tanker class is four weeks long for deck and engine departments and lasts two weeks for galley gang members. Treasurer announced $1,200 in ship's fund and $55 in crew emergency fund. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine or steward delegates. Crew requested that steward department add more meat dishes to menu. Next port: Oakland. SEA-LAND TACOMA (SeaLand Service), August 2---Chairman Joe Artis, Secretary Harry Lively, Educational Director George Ackley, Deck Delegate Dominic Brunamonti, Engine Delegate Paul Lewis, Steward Delegate Patrick Durwin Jr. Chairman reported no news received concerning telephone service in Kodiak, Alaska. He urged members to attend all union meetings regardless of where held-in union hall or at sea. He noted participation in meetings is very important. Educational director urged all union members to take advantage of upgrading opportunities available at Paul Hall Center. He advised those wishing to continue sailing aboard tankers to attend tanker operations course at the Lundeberg School before year's end. Treasurer announced $700 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew discussed purchase or building of cabinet for videotapes in lounge area. Chairman reminded crewmembers to keep noise down after hours so SEA-LAND TRADER (SeaLand Service), August 9---Chairman Mike Willis, Secretary Kevin Dougherty, Educational Director Milt Sabin, Deck Delegate John Williamson, Engine Delegate Brent Johnson, Steward Delegate Ken Clark. Chairman reported vessel scheduled to dock in Tacoma, Wash. on Saturday, August 12. He noted stores will be brought by barge and loaded while vessel is in port. Treasurer announced $200 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew discussed letter received from union headquarters concerning length of time it takes to get vacation check. Crew asked contracts department to look into developing 401K plan to supplement existing SIU pension plan. Bosun thanked ship's delegates and entire steward department for job very well done. Next port: Tacoma. STONEWALL JACKSON (Waterman Steamship), August 6Chairman Eugene Grantham, Secretary C.C. Hollings ID, Educational Director Francis Quebedeaux, Deck Delegate William Fielding, Engine Delegate Mark Glinka, Steward Delegate John Bennett. Chairman noted payoff upon arrival in port of New Orleans. Secretary reported stores to be received in Morehead City, N.C. Educational director advised crew to upgrade at Paul Hall Center. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew requested new TV and thanked galley gang for fine job. Secretary Hollings thanked crew for very nice trip and commended entire crew for working well together. Scholarship Applications Due by April 16, 1996 Six months remain until April below and mail it to the Seafarers 16, 1996, the deadline for mail- Welfare Plan. Or pick one up at ing in a completed scholarship your nearest SIU hall. application to the Seafarers Welfare Plan. With the cost of a college education rising each year, the seven scholarships being awarded in 1996 will help members and their families attain their educational goals. Three of the scholarships are reserved for SIU members (one in the amount of $15,000 for a four-year grant to a college or university, and two $6,000 twoyear scholarships for study at a vocational school or community college). The other four scholarships will be awarded to spouses and dependent children of Seafarers. Each of these four is a $15,000 stipend for study at a four-year college or university. Eligibility requirements are spelled out in a booklet which also contains an application form. To receive a copy of the booklet, fill out the coupon In addition to the application form, a number of other items need to be included in the total application package. These include the applicant's autobiographical statement, a photograph, a certified copy of his or her birth certificate, high school transcripts and certification of graduation or official copy of high school equivalency scores, college transcripts, letters of reference and SAT or ACT score results. Gathering all the necessary paperwork may take some time, especially since schools often are very slow in handling transcript requests. Applicants also should sign up for the ACT or SAT exam well in advance of the deadline. Once all the paperwork has been received and the application form is filled out, the entire package should be sent to the Seafarers Welfare Plan on or be/ore April 15, 1996. lease send me the 1996 SIU scholarship program booklet which contains eligibility information, procedures for applying and the application form. P City, State, Zip Code _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Telephone Number _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ This application is for: D Self D Dependent Mail the completed f orm to the Scholarship Program, Seafarers Welfare Plan, 10/95 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746 --------------------------------------------• , hen Seafarers purchase products Wmade and packaged at the Dial ____ BUY•N Company: Dial Corporation Products made by UIW members: Brillo steel-wool soap pads, Purex Toss'n Soft scented dryer sheets, Dobie synthetic scouring pads UIW members at Dial: Work as machine operators, technicians, maintenance personnel, packers, warehousemen, tool-makers, batch mixers and wire choppers Corporation plant in London, Ohio, they not only buy durable cleaning goods, but also put their dollars to work for themselves and their fellow trade unionists. That's because the factory workers at Dial's London plant (which is near Columbus, Ohio) are members of the United Industrial Workers (UIW), a union affiliated with the Seafarers International Union. The UIW members at Dial take raw materials through the complete manufacturing process, then package the finished products for shipment. The facility in London has been open since 1921 and has been a UIW shop for nearly 25 years. Four different companies have owned the plant, with Dial taking over in 1985. Distribution: Nationwide Facilities: 250,000 square-foot plant in London, Ohio That's a fact: UIW members at Dial also produce wire-related products used for concrete reinforcement as well as in automobile brake pads UIW member Mike Holton displays products made at the Dial plant in London, Ohio. Know Your Rights 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 year, which is to be submitted to the membership by the secretary-treasurer. A yearly finance committee of rankand-file members, elected by the membership, each year examines the finances of the union and reports fully their findings and recommendations. 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. SHIPPING RIGHTS. A member's shipping rights and seniority are protected exclusively by contracts between the union and the employers. Members should get to know their shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and available in all union halls. If members believe there have been violations of their shipping or seniority rights as contained in the contracts between the union and the employers, they should notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mail, return receipt requested. The proper address for this is: Augustin Tellez, Chairman Seafarers Appeals Board 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to members at all times, either by writing directly to the union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which an SIU member works and lives aboard a ship or boat. Members should know their contract rights, as well as their obligations, such as filing for overtime (OT) on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If, at any time, a member believes that an SIU patrolman or other union official fails to protect their contractual rights properly, he or she should contact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY THE SEAFARERS LOG. The Seafarers LOG traditionally has refrained from publishing any article serving the political purposes of any individual in the union, officer or member. It also has refrained from piblishing articles deemed hannful to the union or its collective membership. This established policy has been reaffirmed by membership action at the September 1960 meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsibility for Seafarers WG policy is vested in an editorial board which consists of the executive board of the union. The executive board may delegate, from aroong its ranks, one individual to carry out this responsibility. PAYMENT 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 circumstances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any 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 or she should not have been required to make such payment, this should immediately be reported to union headquarters. CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. 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 contents. Any time a member feels any other member or officer is attempting to deprive him or her of any constitutional right or obligation by any methods, such as dealing with charges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, the member so affected should immediately notify 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 discriminated against because of race, creed, color, sex, national or geographic origin. If any member feels that he or she is denied the equal rights to which he or she is entitled, the member should notify union headquarters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DONATION SPAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fund. Its proceeds are used to furtherits objects and purposes including, 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 cqnnection 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 condition of membership in the union orof employment If a contribution is made by reason of the above improper conduct, the member should notify the Seafarers International Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the contri bu ti on for investigation and appropriate action and refund, if invohmtary. A member should support SPAD to protect and further his or her economic, political and social interests, and American trade union concepts. NOTIFYING TIIE UNION-If at any time a member feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he or she has been denied the constitutional right of access to union records or information, the member should immediately notify SIU President Michael Sacco at headquarters by certified mail, return receipt requested. The address is: Michael Sacco, President Seafarers International Union 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 . �SEAFARERS LOG OCTOBER 1995 17 Final Departures DEEP SEA GEORGE ERHARDT Pensioner George Erhardt, 86, died July 4. Brother Erhardt joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1966 in the port of San Francisco, before that union merged with the SIU' s Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District (AGLIWD). Born in Switzerland, Brother Erhardt lived in California. He retired in March 1974. EDWIN R. HERMANSON Edwin R. Hermanson, 60, died July 17. A native of Wisconsin, Brother Hermanson joined the SIU in 1967 ~~~~~· in the port of San Francisco. He sailed in the deck department. From 1954 to 1957, he served in the U.S. Marine Corps. ~-------. ARTHUR JOHNSON Pensioner Arthur Johnson, 81, passed away May 9. Born in the Philippine Islands, he joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1942, before that union merged with the SIU's AGLIWD. Brother Johnson began receiving his pension in July 1974. FRANK LEONARD ,. Pensioner 1 Frank Leonard, 81, \ died August " f , 16. The , ~ Louisiana narJ ~ tive began j ""' " sailing with . the Seafarers 1 '----"=-=-~");-~= · -= in 1947 from the port of Norfolk, Va. Brother Leonard shipped as a member of the deck department. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II. Brother Leona1d retired in June 1976. HENRY M. MURRANKA r----"!"""'"-"'='= Pensioner ,. Henry M. · ~ Murranka, 78, passed away August 18. He started his career with .. the SIU in ~ 1944 in the port of Galveston, Texas. Brother Murranka sailed in the deck department. He began receiving his pension in September 1979. JOSEPH H. NELSON Joseph H. Nelson, 51, died June 28. The Louisiana native began sailing with the Seafarers in 1968 from the port of New York. Brother Nelson sailed in the steward department. He served in the U.S. Army from 1968 to 1969. that union merged with the SIU's AGLIWD. He began receiving his pension in October 1972. DANIEL PALMERONE Pensioner Daniel Palmerone, 68, died May 29. A native of New York, he joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in 1957 in the port of San Francisco, before that union merged with the SIU's AGLIWD. Brother Palmerone shipped primarily with American President Lines and last sailed as a master chef. He retired in December 1973. EFfHIMIOS A. PAPPAS Pensioner Efth imios A. Pappas, 69, passed away August 29. Born in New Jersey, he started his career with =-c..____!~.......""' the Seafarers in 1955 in the port of New York. Brother Pappas was a member of the steward department, last sailing as a chief cook. From 1949 to 1950, he served in the U.S. Anny. Brother Pappas retired in September 1988. WILLIAM PETERSON William Peterson, 26, died February 24. Brother Peterson graduated from the Lundeberg School' s entry level program for seamen in 1990 and joined the SIU in the port of Piney Point, Md. The Alabama native shipped as a member of the steward department. JOSEPH A. RUSHEED Mlll~lllill Pensioner Joseph A. Rusheed, 76, passed away July 12. Brother Rusheed started his career with '----~--~ the Seafarers in 1941 in the port of Mobile, Ala. The Alabama native sailed in the deck department. Brother Rusheed lived in Nevada and began receiving his pension in January J985. ANDRES SUAREZ Andres Suarez, 54, died August 3. Born in Puerto Rico, he started his career with the SIU in 1971 in the .___ _ _ _ ___, port of New York. Brother Suarez sailed in al1 departments-engine, steward and deck-and upgraded frequently at the Lundeberg School. L _ __ _ _ _ ___, LOUIS OCHS Pensioner Louis Ochs, 83, passed away June 29. Brother Ochs joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards around 1950 before CHARLES 0. WEBB Pensioner Charles 0. Webb, 67, died July 4. Brother Webb began his sailing career with the Marine Cooks and Stewards in the port of San Francisco, before that union merged witl1 the SIU's AGLIWD. He began receiving his pension in May 1975. CLAYTON TARVER Pensioner Clayton Tarver, 69, passed away June 17. A native of Louisiana, he joined the union in ._____...._.,""""""'_ _____, 1957 in the port of Houston. The steward department member started sailing in the inland division and later transferred his membership to the deep sea division. From 1943 to 1946, he served in the U.S. Coast Guard. Brother Tarver retired in September 1984. GILMAN E. WILKINS GilmanE. Wilkins, 51, passed away June 6. Born in Virginia, he started his career with the Seafarers in 1968 in the port of New York. Brother Wilkins sailed as a member of the engine department. THEODORE WILSON Pensioner Theodore Wilson, 90, died August 7. He joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards in the 1940s, before that union merged with the SIU' s AGLIWD. Brother Wilson retired in December 1966. I LA DELMAS A. CORNELIUS Pensioner Delmas A. Cornelius, 80, died July 19. Born in North Carolina, he joined the SIU in 1960 ~-----~ in the port of Norfolk, Va. As a member of the deck department, Boatman Cornelius advanced through the ranks from tankerman to captain. He retired in February 1979. JACK FRENCH Pensioner Jack French, 88, passed away August 3. Boatman French started his career with the union in 1946 in the port of Houston. The Texas native sailed as a member of the engine department and began receiving his pension in March 1973. LENNARD E. FULLER SR Pensioner Lennard E. Fuller Sr., 80, died July 17. He began his ' sailing career with the SIU in 1957 in the port of Houston. Boatman Fuller was a member of the deck department, last sailing as a tugboat captain. Born in Texas, he retired in August 1986. RAYMOND H. RICKARDS fiiiiiiiii~mm~ Pensioner Raymond H. Rickards, 84, died August 1. A native of Pennsylvania, he joined the Seafarers in '-------~ 1961 in the port of Philadelphia. A member of the deck department, Boatman Rickards last sailed as a captain. He began receiving his pension in June 1976. ADAM A. WENCLEWICZ Pensioner AdamA Wenclewicz, 72, passed away June6. Born in Pennsylvania, he joined the Seafarers in 1961 in the port of Philadelphia. Boatman W enclewicz sailed in the deck department and shipped primarily with aboard Curtis Bay Towing vessels. From 1943 to 1945, he served in the U.S. Army. Boatman Wenclewicz began receiving his pension in October 1980. EMORY L. WHIDBEE Pensioner EmoryL. Whidbee, 69, died June 5. He joined the SIU in 1962 in the port of Norfolk, Va. The North ~-----~· Carolina na- tive sailed in the steward department and attended an educational conference at the Lundeberg School in 1978. From 1944 to 1946, he served in the U.S. Navy. Boatman Whidbee retired in August 1982. GREAT LAKES DONALD D. MENTER Pensioner DonaldD. Menter, 59, began his sailing career with the Seafarers in 1961 in the port of Sault '--------~ Ste. Marie, Mich. The New York native shipped in the engine department and began receiving his pension in December 1990. ~-------. ATLANTIC FISHERMEN JOSEPH PARISI Pensioner Joseph Parisi, 88, passed away ..___.,...., ,,_, August 8. Brother Parisi started his career in the 1930s in the port of Gloucester as a charter member of the Atlantic Fishermen's Union. He shipped in the deck department and received the mariners medal for his part in the 1963 rescue of the St. Nicholas fishing vessel. Born in Italy, he made his home in Gloucester. He retired in January 1972. NOTICE TO SEAFARERS WHO HAVE SAILED ABOARD /OM VESSELS The following members are urged to contact Interocean Management Corporation (IOM) to claim outstanding checks which are being held for them. All Seafarers listed below should contact Linda D. Holmes at IOM at (609) 770-5637. Abobaker, Mohamed Aldridge, Larry L. Alexander, Matthew Arnold, Krista Baldwin, Walter C. Barrineau, William 0. Blunt, Castel Boyce, Jerry Cintorino, Fred Clear, Taylor Collier, Herbert Danao, Norman F. Davis, Envie Dinos, Dennis Dowdell, Thomas Dunn, Matthew Eldridge, Thomas Ewing, Larry Faller, Kenneth J. Flynn, James Foster, Stephen R. Garrett, Samuel Greenwood, Andrew Hargrave, Scott C. Harkleroad, Roger J. Harris, Marjorie Hernandez, Raul Hines, Alice Holle, Alan, Irons, Rodney Jackson, John Johnson, Joseph Leathers, Gary E. Libby, Jeffrey Louw, Marius MacGregor, Thomas M. Manandic, Jose Mcintyre, Charles S. Mohamed, Munassar Moore, Sean Muellersman, Paul Ngo, Luong Pak, Errol F. Peddell, Peter Pennick, John D. Perham, Stephen J. Phelphs, Robert Phillips, John H. Richardson, Mark Rivera, Jose Rodriguez, Jesus Rolon, Rosario Saari, Timothy Scruggs, D'Vaughn Sims, Ray F. Skidmore, Mark M. Sleeper, Rebecca J. Smith, David W. Smith, Teddy H. Stephens, Joseph W. Jr. Sykes, Lonzell Torngren, George C. Warren, Michael A. Weirauch, Jon N. Werner, Claiborne B. Whitehouse, Joel V. Williams, James Williams, Michael Williams, Washington H. Jr. Woods, William Worrell, Robert J. Zindani, Mutee Zoubantis, Apostolie E. �18 SEAFARERS LOG OCTOBER 1995 Lundeberg School Graduating Classes HARRY LUNDEBERG 1 ~'~ LIFEBOAT CLASS 1 ..~~ Trainee Life boat Class 540-Graduating from trainee lifeboat class 540 are (from left, kneeling) Kenyon Burage, Angel Gonzalez, Terry Gilliland, Nathaniel Martin, (second row) Jeff Swanson (instructor), Jason McElhaney, Karl Kirkland, Richard Russell, Patrick Cazaubon, Frank Cottongin Ill and Nicholas Joyce. Power Plant Maintenance-Completing the power plant maintenance course on August 9 are (from left, kneeling) Neil Carter, Jesus Pilare, (second row) David St. Onge, Brian Sengelaub, Dan Holden (instructor) and Joseph Jay Arnold. Chief Steward-Upgrading to chief steward on September 6 are (from left) James Bennefield, Karen Marine Electrical Maintenance I-Completing Denney, John Venables, Gloria Holmes and Terry the curriculum on September 7 are (from left, front row) Biko Hasan, Stephen Walters, Jose Rodriguez, (second row) Mark Magno. Jones (instructor), Gary Dahl, William Behan and Ken Stratton. Chief Cook-Marking their completion on September 6 from the chief cook class are (from left) Carmelo de La Cruz, Amanda Suncin, Nelson Morales, Thomas Milovich, Donald Dilley and Richard Casuga. Not pictured is Pamela Cook and Baker-Seafarers completing the cook and baker class on September 6 are (from left) Isabel Sabio, Neville Hughes, Jaime Racpan, (second row) Eric Van Benthuysen, Wadsworth Jarrell and Mario Ramiro. Upgraders Lifeboat- Certificates of training were received by the July 20 class of upgraders. They Crane Maintenance-Graduating from-the dockside crane mainare (ffom left, kneeling) Salvadore Abreu, Mariann Harris, Don Stringer, Alaa Embaby, Kurt Benjamin, Joseph tenance class on August 9 are (from left, kneeling) Willie Lee Lindsey, Van Grandinetti, James Crisler, (second row) Luis A. Gamez, Eric Gogue, Levi Rollins, James Storm, Simeon X. Pham, Peter Fried, Thomas Hartman, (second row) Eric Malzkuhn Rivas, Porfirio Alvarez, Ralph Morgan, Joel Trotter, Troy Gruber (instructor), (third row) Joaquin Martinez, (instructor), Steven Suess, Donald Wroten, Paul Keffer, Eddie Almodovar and Miles Black. Lee BoHannon, Biko Hasan and Tyrone Trotman. Tankerman Operations- SIU members completing the tankerman operations course on August 9 are (from left, front row) Levi Rollins, Israel Rivera, John Nelson, Michael Eaton, Claudio Romano, Billy Hill Sr., Joel Trotter, (second row) Scott Snodgrass, Michael Rueter, Salvatore Gilardi, Mark Blom, Eric Martinez, Patrick Carroll, Stephen Dearborn, Jerry Smith, Ben Cusic (instructor), Richard Gracey, (third row) Ross Himebauch, Edward Krebs, Sal Monella, Ramadan Elmobdy, Frank Footer, John Nichols, Wilfredo Velez, William Beatty Jr., (fourth row) Dale Kirsch Jr., Craig Perry, Elieser Montalvo, Brad Haines, Patrick Corless and James Shepherd. �SEAFARERS LOG OCTOBER 1995 LUNDEBERG SCHOOL 1995 -1996 UPGRADING COURSE SCHEDULE The following is the schedule for classes beginning between October and December 1995-as well as some courses proposed for January, February and March of 1996--at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship located at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md. All programs are geared to improve job skills of Seafarers and to promote the American maritime industry. Please note that 1996 courses listed here are tentative and do not include all classes planned for this period. Future issues of the LOG will carry a more complete listing for next year's upgrading classes. The course schedule may change to reflect the needs of the membership, the maritime industry and-in times of conflict-the nation's security. Please note that students should check in the Saturday before their course's start date. The courses listed here will begin promptly on the morning of the start dates. Deck Upgrading t:ourses Start Date Date of Completion Bridge Management (Ship handling) October9 October20 Celestial Navigation November6 December 15 Limited License/License Prep. September 25 November3 Radar Observer/Unlimited October2 March18 October6 March22 January29 May17 Course Third Mate 19 Steward Upgrading Courses Course Assistant Cook/Cook and Baker, Chief Cook, Chief Steward Date of Completion January 26 Start Date November3 Engine Upgrading Courses Course Start Date Date of Completion QMED January 15 March31 Welding October23 March18 November 17 April 12 Marine Electrical Maintenance I March 18 April26 Diesel Engine Technology October9 March 18 November3 April 12 Fireman/Watertender & Oiler October2 December15 Power Plant Maintenance February S March 15 All students must take the Oil Spill Prevention and Containment class. Inland Courses Safety Specialty Courses Start Date Date of Completion Oil Spill Safety Recertification October 19 October 19 Sealift Operations and Maintenance October9 November3 Tanker Operations October9 November6 November20 January8 November3 December! December 15 February2 Course Start Date Date of Completion Deck Inland October23 November3 Designated Duty Engineer/ Limited LicenseJLicense Prep. November13 November24 Radar Observer/Inland November6 November 10 En ine Room Familiarization January 8 January 19 NOTICE TO SEAFARERS This schedule includes a tentative list of classes for the first three months of 1996. The Lundeberg School is in the process of finalizing its complete course schedule for next year. As soon as the dates are secured, the schedule will appear in upcoming issues of the Seafarers LOG. Ret:erllfloatlon Programs Course Start Date Date of Completion Bosun Recertification October2 November6 Meanwhile, members with any questions regarding future courses may call the school's admissions office at (301) 994-0010, ext. 5202. --~·-·············-·····-·······-··········---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------·······-·· UPGRADING APPLICATION Primary language spoken (Street) (City) Telephone__...__ _...___ _ _ _ __ (Zip Code) (State) Date of Birth _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ (ArcaCode) With this application, COPIES ofyour discharges must be submitted showing sufficient time to qualify yourselffor the course(s) requested. You also must submit a COPY of each of the fallowing: the first page ofyour union book indicating your department and seniority, your clinic card and the front and back ofyour z-card as well as your Lundeberg School identification card listing the course(s) you have taken and completed The admissions office WILL NOT schedule you until all of the above are received (Month/Day/Ycar) Deep Sea Member D Lakes Member 0 Inland Waters Member 0 .· COURSE BEGIN DATE END DATE If the following information is not filled out completely, your application will not be processed. Social Security# Book# _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ S e n i o r i t y - - - - - - - - - - - - - Department _ _ _ _ _ __ U.S. Citizen: DYes D No Home Port ----------- Endorsement(s) or License(s) now h e l d - - - - - - - - - - - - - - LAST VESSEL: - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Rating: _ _ _ __ Date O n : - - - - - - - - - - Are you a graduate of the SHLSS trainee program? DYes DNo If yes, class# - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Have you attended any SHLSS upgrading courses? DYes DNo If yes, course(s) taken _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Do you hold the U.S. Coast Guard Lifeboatman Endorsement? D Yes D No Firefighting: D Yes D No CPR: D Yes D No Date O f f : - - - - - - - - - - SIGNATURE_______________DATE _ _ _ _ _ _ _ ~ NOTE: Transportation will be paid in accordance with the scheduling letter only if you present original receipts and successfully complete the course. If you have any questions, contact your port agent before departing for Piney Point. RETURN COMPLETED APPLICATION TO: Lundeberg School of Seamanship, Admissions Office, P.O. Box 75, Piney Point, MD 20674-0075. 10/95 �Holiday Greetings Via the LOG Volume 57, Number 10 October 1995 Where will you be for the holiday season? Whether at sea or ashore, Seafarers and their families can send holiday messages to their friends and loved ones through the LOG. Seepage 7. Matthiesen Seamen Save Sailboat Crew 'Brotherhood of the Sea' Thanked for Immediate Response Seafarers aboard the Richard G. Matthiesen battled 15-foot seas and 30-knot winds to come to the aid of a distressed sailboat crew whose risk of sinking in the turbulent Mediterranean Sea seemed imminent. On July 8, the Matthiesen was en route to Thule, Greenland from St. Theodore, Greece when Captain Severin Samuelsen picked up a distress call from the 37-foot sailboat Rapa. The two-person crew of the badly damaged trimaran was requesting help to repair their starboard hull, which had filled with water after the safety hatch was ripped off by the violent wind and waves. "We are alive and unharmed today to write you this letter, thanks to the captain and crew of the Richard G. Matthiesen," the couple from Minneapolis wrote in a letter to Ocean Shipholding, Inc., which operates the Matthiesen. On July 7, Judi Milton and Eugene Baker Jr. departed Mallorca in the Balearic Islands (located east of the Spanish coast) and were sailing across the Mediterranean Sea for Tunisia. Due to tumultuous weather, the Rapa crew decided to tie down their main sail to reduce the amount of canvas exposed to the brutal winds. Not long after the change of sails, Milton and Baker "felt something different" in the way their boat was handling. They realized that the safety hatch had disappeared and the starboard hull was flooding. Within seconds, it was filled with sea water and the Rapa began listing severely. Milton and Baker were able to maneuver the Rapa windward to reduce the chances of the sailboat immediately capsizing. However, they were in need of help and put out a dis- radio] by asking questions about our travels and other conversational topics. This did much to 'normalize' what moments ago i ll~~~~ ~~had been a desperate situation," ~~ recalled Milton. Once the hull was cleared of sea water and again on the lines, First Assistant Engineer Andrew Hayden climbed down ~~ii into the sailboat with a round metal plate and the tools and sealants required to repair the area where the safety hatch had been. ''The repairs were made quickly and efficiently, and the Rapa crew was very thankful," recalled Johns. "We were all glad to see a happy ending to what might have been a disaster. If we hadn't arrived when we did, ~~Ill!'.'-! they would have never saved their boat. In fact, if we had arrived any later, we would have had to pluck them from the sea, if they could have survived," he The sailors aboard the badly damaged trimaran Rapa sent out a distress call requesting help to repair their said. starboard hull, which had filled with water after the safety hatch was ripped off by violent winds and waves. Thankful Rapa Sails On A quick survey was done of hers of the deck department reassured the two sailors by tress call. e condition of the Rapa o en"We thought that if the began immediate preparations for radio that it would not be long sure it was seaworthy before the weather did not worsen and the an emergency rescue operation. before help arrived. Matthiesen continued its jourWorried about damaging the "We didn't know what to exboat did not break up under the ney to Greenland. pect at first because the captain sailboat's badly listing mast by enormous stresses, we could The Matthiesen crew left a corning in close to the windhold on and wait for help. How- told us we were going in to asrotary hand pump, the reward side of the boat, the capsist a small craft that had been ever, no offers were immedimainder of the sealant and a tain circled the Rapa to ately forthcoming, and we were badly damaged in the rough bag of rags on board the large seas," recalled the bosun. "How- determine the next move. beginning to think we would Rapa in case of further Bosun Johns and the deck ever, the weather conditions have to abandon the Rapa in problems. Chief Steward Dante crew were ordered to stand by were so horrible that we were favor of our lives," the two Slack offered the Rapa crew doubtful we'd find the crew still in order to secure and aid the wrote. fresh food and water for their in their vessel. We got out all of Rapa as necessary. Meanwhile, 50 miles southjourney. "We cannot describe how our rescue equipment in case east of the foundering sailboat, Captain Samuelsen provided of your huge and unwieldy one we had to get anyone out of the the Matthiesen picked up the the Rapa with an updated ships looks from four feet off water," Johns noted. distress signal and began weather fax to further advise the water. The Matthiesen put ''The ship's crewmembers preliminary measures to assist kept in constant communication herself to windward of us, offer- them of dangerous sea condithe Rapa. ing a welcome wind/wave break tions. He warned Milton and with us, and were calm, warm and tlien, in reverse, nudged its Baker that~ once clear of the and professional as they Matthiesen to the Rescue ship, sea conditions would be bow to gently meet ours," neared," recalled Milton. "In Once notified by the captain, the meantime, while I was worse than before. recalled Milton. Bosun Harry Johns and memHowever, the Rapa safely Bosun Johns threw lines warm and dry on the radio, returned to the Balearic Islands down to the Rapa, and deck Eugene was safety-strapped to 24 hours after the rescue. The the shrouds, chest-deep in break- department members handMatthiesen kept radio contact secured them to avoid ripping ing waves trying to crawl out to with the Rapa crew until they the opening-well underwater- out the sailboat's deck cleats. disappeared on the horizon. Other members of the deck to fit a [plastic] pitcher we had ''The weather continued crew were holding a rolled-up found to fit the round hole." rough for another day-and-afire hose on a rope to keep the With the Matthiesen not yet Rapa's port bow from scraping half, and we know the boat on the scene and with the incould not have survived the seas creasingly unfavorable weather the hull of the Matthiesen. if not for the captain and crew A pilot ladder was dropped conditions, Milton and Baker of the Richard G. Matthiesen by the bosun, and Chief Enlaunched their inflatable life gineer Peter Gorman went down who decided to divert and resraft, gathered the emergency cue us. It was something that radio beacon, flares, life jackets onto the damaged sailboat with would be easy to ignore, hoping water pumps, hoses and rags. and other emergency supplies someone else would go through With Baker, he began the and prepared to abandon ship. the trouble to save our lives and About three-and-a-half hours pump-out operation. After apour boat. Mediterranean proximately 30 minutes, the after initial contact with the AFRJCA "Congratulations on having of the hull began rising out tanker, Milton and Baker Sea in your employ such a responwater, and the entire crew spotted the Matthiesen on their sible and skilled captain and cheered from the Matthiesen' s radar screen. crew aboard the Matthiesen. deck above. The Matthiesen was apYou are in good hands as well," "All crewmembers were L-----~-------------...lo..-~--__, proximately three nautical miles concluded the grateful Rapa working and watching out for The Richard G. Matthiesen was on its way from Greece to Greenland from the Rapa when Captain crew. when it picked up a distress call from the Rapa, off the coast of Mallorca. Samuelsen spotted them and our safety and calmed me [by � 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 1990-1999 Description An account of the resource Volumes LII-LXI 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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The president added his name to the bill (also known as H.R. 1350) after Republicans and Democrats in the Senate united to pass the SIU-supported Maritime Security Act by a margin of 88-10 on September 24. -· Passage by the Senate on the 10-year, $1 billion program to help fund approximately 50 militarily useful U.S.-flag vessels and the president's signature climaxes a five-year effort to gain maritime revitalization legislation. SIU President Michael Sacco expressed his appreciation to the members of the Senate who supported the bill, President Clinton, and to the Seafarers, pensioners and their families who contacted their elected officials to seek their votes on the measure. "The SIU would like to thank the members of the Senate who demonstrated their confidence and support for the U.S.-flag merchant fleet by passing the Maritime Security Act and to the president for his support," Sacco said. "The Maritime Security Act has strong bipartisan support because the measure ensures America's national and economic security while producing jobs for American merchant mariners into the next century. The country needs a strong U.S.-flag merchant fleet as its fourth arm of defense," added the SIU president. He pointed out the work done in passing the bill by Senate Majority Leader Trent Lott (R-Miss.), who served as the sponsor of Senate's version of the legislation, as well as Senate Minority Leader Tom Daschle (D-S.D.) and Senators Ted Stevens (R-AlasContinued on page 5 �President's Report Staying the Course Years of hard work paid off last month when the Senate passed the Maritime Security Act with the strong bipartisan vote count of 88-10 and President Clinton signed the bill as the Sea/are rs LOG went to press. The battle to gain maritime revitalization legislation is a case in point for all Seafarers to consider when we talk about the need for political action. It is a perfect example of why Seafarers must be politically active and what can happen when SIU members support the union's programs. For five years, some form of maritime revitalization legislation has been on the deck. It has faced opposition on many fronts, especially from the giant agribusiness industry and foreign-flag interests. Another obstacle facing the bill was the fact it was introduced and considered during a period of government downsizing and cutbacks. However, the SIU did not allow these barriers to stop our ultimate goal. We saw the challenge before us, plotted the course and fought hard until the bill was passed. To do this, we had to fortify our political activity and lobbying efforts. We had to get the message to the members of Congress that the Maritime Security Act would be in the best interest of the nation. We asked Seafarers, pensioners and their families to play an active role in this effort by writing, calling and visiting elected officials. Passage of the maritime revitalization legislation was utmost on our agenda. We knew what was at stake-jobs for American mariners, which is THE reason the SIU exists. Since its introduction in 1992 by Andrew Card, who served as transportation secretary for President Bush, we worked night and day to get a U.S.-flag ship bill through Congress. In 1993, the new Clinton administration announced through its transportation secretary, Federico Pefia, that it supported a 10-year program presented to Congress by the bipartisan leadership of the House Merchant Marine and Fisheries Committee. We worked hard to get two different versions of that legislation through the House, only to see farm-state legislators keep it from advancing in the Senate in 1994. We did not give up! The Senate's procedural gimmicks, which were nothing more than stalling tactics, only made us more determined. In March of 1995, the chairman of the Senate Surface Transportation and Merchant Marine Subcommittee told the maritime community of his resolution to see maritime revitalization clear the Congress. "I want a U.S.-flag fleet, manned by American crews, and U.S. ships built by American labor," Senator Trent Lott (R-Miss.) told the AFL-CIO Maritime Trades Department executive board meeting a year ago February. Lott then undertook the challenge to move the legislation through the Senate, while Representative Herbert Bateman (R-Va.), as chairman of the House Merchant Marine Oversight Panel, began moving a similar bill through the House. As seen in the previous Congress, the measure had strong support from Republicans and Democrats alike. While the House completed its work on the 10-year program last December, giant agribusiness and foreign-flag interests again attempted to scuttle the measure. The fight to bring the Maritime Security Act before the Senate continued until the last days that Congress remained in session. Despite the outpouring of bipartisan support the bill had received in the months prior, despite the favorable letters written by senators to Seafarers in response to their requests urging a positive vote on the bill, these anti-U.S.-flag forces attempted a last-minute blockade to stop the legislation. However, the Senate saw through their smoke screen and passed the measure. While we can savor the bill's passage, we cannot stop being on lookout for new attacks on the U.S.-flag fleet. We must continue to be ready for challenges on the Jones Act, the Passenger Vessel Services Act, cargo preference and so much more. The Maritime Security Act, along with the new law allowing U.S.-flag tankers to carry exported Alaskan North Slope crude oil, provides the base for revitalizing the U.S.-flag merchant fleet. There is much still to do, but what has been accomplished so far could not have been done without the help of our members and their families. For this, I thank you for your hard work and commitment to keep the U.S.-flag fleet the best on the world's waterways. Volume 58, Number 10 Textor. Copyright© 1996 Seafarers International Union, AGLIWD All Rights Reserved. Seafarers LOG Houston Chronicle Series Highlights Problems Faced by Foreign Mariners A five-day series of front-page articles run in the Houston Chronicle made its readers aware of many of the problems that face foreign mariners who sail aboard runaway-flag ships around the world. Written by staff reporters Jim Morris and Kevin Moran, the series brought to light-through stories and photographs-to the general public such issues as poorly maintained vessels, low wages (if pay is even received for crewmembers), inadequate health care, substandard safety conditions, inadequate diet and much more. The premise of the piece, according to Morris in an interview with the Seafarers LOG, was to show the citizens of the Texas city what types of vessels and crews were using the port of Houston. However, the articles turned into an overall review of the state of international shipping, with the reporters traveling around the world for eight months to gather information. Unchanged Conditions In the lead article, which ran August 18, Morris and Moran open with a quote from 18th century English poet and critic Samuel Johnson, "No man will be a sailor who has contrivance enough to get himself into a jail, for being in a ship is being in a jail with the chance of being drowned. A man in a jail has more room, better food and commonly better company." One paragraph later, the reporters state, "Some things, however, have not changed. Tens of thousands of seafarers from poor countries continue to endure miserable, life-threatening conditions on decrepit vessels flying the flags of Honduras or Romania or Antigua. Wages are astonishingly low, if they are paid at all; food is scarce, spoiled and frequently roach-infested." Later in the same lead article, the reporters wrote, ''The Houston Chronicle found the world's seas are routinely traversed by thousands of aged, poorly maintained ships that lack the most basic lifesaving and firefighting equipment. Such ships often are manned by overworked, ill-trained sailors who are unable to communicate, especially during crises, because of language barriers." Concerns Spotlighted Beginning on August 18 and continuing for the next four days, the series spotlighted seven particular concerns discovered by the reporters. • The incentive to operate a substandard ship is great. The Houston Chronicle noted a recent report from the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development that the daily operating costs for two bulkers built in the same year and of the same size with the same amount of crew can differ by nearly $5,000 depending on where the ship is registered. Also, an owner who meets only the minimum standards for environmental quality can spend nearly $200,000 more annually than an owner who ignores such laws. The articles state this can be done because penalties for those caught are low if they are even enforced. • Foreign mariners face challenges acquiring jobs, then may not get paid for work performed. The Houston Chronicle outlined several instances when Filipino seamen were forced to pay middlemen the equivalent of at least a month's salary in order to get a job. When out at sea, these and other mariners may go for months without being paid. The paper exposed this practice taking place on freighters as well as aboard Miami- and Caribbeanbased cruise ships. • Foreign seafarers and their families have little recourse to gain benefits in case of an injury on the job or a loss of life at sea. Two different articles dealt with the lack of concern shown by shipowners when such accidents occurred. The Houston Chronicle detailed how the Miami-based owner of the Honduran-registered Kathleen D has failed to pay the salaries and death benefits for the Lithuanian, Guyanese and Indonesian crewmembers when the ship was lost January 7 sailing from Mobile, Ala. to Jamaica. In another story, a Filipino mariner continues his fight for money to support his family after falling 30 feet from a 13.5-inch wide scaffold held up by rotted rope onto the deck of the Norwegian freighter on which he sailed. The mariner suffered paralyzing arm, leg and brain injuries, which keep him from returning to work. • Crewmembers are stranded around the world because owners refused to pay for repairs. The newspaper recounts several stories of fully-crewed ships left in foreign ports as the owners challenge the port-state authorities over repairs. These crewmembers receive no pay and are forced to live on rainwater and any fish they may catch because what stores that may remain on ship are insect- and rodent-infested. • The challenge confronting American mariners and U.S.-flag shipping companies to compete against low-wage, low-safety standards of foreign-flag shipping. The reporters note the work being done by people like U.S. Maritime Administrator Albert Herberger to bring commercial shipbuilding back to U.S. yards. They also point out how the American foreign trade deficit could be lowered by using more U.S.-flag ships for exports. The series then exposes how some American shipowners are using the runaway-flag registries of Panama. Liberia. Belize and the Marshall Islands to avoid paying U.S. taxes and to keep from meeting U.S. safety and crewing standards. The Chronicle listed several salaries paid to foreign mariners: a Lithuanian captain received $2,500 a month, a "restaurantquality" Lithuanian cook signed on for $700 monthly and a Filipino ordinary seamen got $286 in monthly base pay. • Mississippi River pilots have helped the U.S. Coast Guard document hundreds of incidents when mechanical problems on foreign-flag vessels have nearly caused serious accidents in the shipping channel in and around New Orleans. • Cuts in the Coast Guard budget and staff may result in the agency not being able to adequately perform its duties of inspecting vessels entering America's ports. Preparing for Next Year October 1996 The Seafarers LOG (ISSN 1086-4636) is published monthly by the Seafarers International Union; Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District; AFL-CIO; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, MD 20746. Telephone (301) 8990675. Periodicals postage paid at Southern Maryland 207909998 and at additional offices. POSTMASTER: Send ~ changes to the Seafarers WG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 207 46. Communications Director, Daniel Duncan; Managing Editor, Jordan Biscardo; Associate Editor/Production, Deborah A Hirtes; Associate Editor, Corrina Christensen Gutie"ez; Art, Bill Brower; Administrative Support, Jeanne 2 Newspaper Exposes Plight Of Runaway-Flag Shipping A committee of three bosuns reviews the applications of fellow deck department members for enrollment in the two bosun recertification classes scheduled for 1997 at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. From the left are Skip Yager, who sails from the port of San Francisco, George Khan of New York and J.C. Dillon from New Orleans. October 1996 �11911-----.. . -----------~-------- --------- Seafarers Applaud U.S. Ship Bill's Passage by -senate "Wonderful!" "Outstanding!" "Fantastic!" These are just some of the reactions of Seafarers from across the country to the news that the Maritime Security Act was passed 88-10 by the Senate on September 24. With the thumbs up sign, Seafarers aboard the Nedlloyd Holland show their joy upon hearing the Senate had passed the Maritime Security Act. From the left are Steward/Baker Ronnie Hall, QMED Stephen Roberts, Bosun Freddie Goethe, SA Vidal Valestreos, Wiper Mike McGloer, AB Tom Cuddihy, Electrician Monroe Monseur and AB Ernesto Guarin. The measure, also known as H.R.1350, outlines a 10-year, $1 billion program to provide funding for nearly 50 militarily useful U.S.-flag vessels. The Maritime Security Act cleared the House of Representatives in December 1995 with bipartisan support during a voice vote. The final step for the act to become law took place as the Seafarers LOG went to press when President Clinton signed the bill. the bill. Now I'll write them to thank them for their votes." AB Nick Marcantonio from New York remembered how disappointed he and other Seafarers were when the Senate failed to pass a similar measure in 1994. "I am proud of the way the union and the membership pulled together to fight until the bill was approved," noted the deck department member. "No one ever quit. Everyone kept going. In the end, it paid off for all of us." Besides the letters, calls and visits with legislators, AB Rudy Santos said the vote demonstrated why members should give to SPAD (the Seafarers Political Action Donation) to support the elected officials who back the merchant fleet "I think this shows the importance of SPAD," the Wilmington deck department member stated. "The bill is a good thing because it preserves U.S. jobs." ~-~-~~~~~~~~~~~~-~~~~~- Future Employment "This is great!" stated QMED Fred Gibson of Baltimore. "The best part is it means job opportunities, and it will keep U.S. ships from going foreign flag." Other Seafarers also responded to the fact that jobs would stay in this country. "It is a great guarantee of jobs for Seafarers for the next 10 years," said Chris Earhart, an engine department member who sails from Wilmington, Calif. "I have two brothers in the SIU and we are all psyched. It is important to our whole family-including Mom, who wants to see her sons' futures secure." Chief Steward Lanette Lopez from the port of Baltimore said her experience aboard SIU-crewed military ships showed her "the merchant marine has played a big part in the country's national security and economic security. People rely on this industry. It's an important part of America." Chief Cook Charles Atkins added, 'This creates jobs for the industry and for the SIU. It will make my future better, and the country as a whole will benefit, both in economic security and national security." Available to Military The legislation calls for companies whose ships are registered in the program to make the vessels as well as their infrastructure avail- able to the military in times of war or national emergency. Also, the armed forces could use these vessels to transport cargo during times of peace. Several senators noted during the two days of debate on the bill that it would cost the federal government up to eight times as much as is being funded in H.R. 1350 to build the ships and infrastructure that would be supplied by the legislation. Contacting Representatives Atkins, a galley gang member from Seattle, was one of many Seafarers who contacted his elected officials seeking support for the Maritime Security Act. Another was Chief Cook Shawn Fujiwara, who is sailing aboard the Global Sentinel. "I'm proud that this has passed," Fujiwara told the Seafarers LOG. "I wrote both of my senators asking them to pass When the crews of the SeaLand Hawaii and Nedlloyd Holland were informed shortly after docking in Port Elizabeth, N.J. that the bill had passed, all the members started cheering, reported Patrolman Sean Ryan. "It was a great feeling to be on those ships when they heard the news," Ryan recalled. "All of the members were very happy and congratulated the work done by the union and by SIU President Mike Sacco in passing it." On the West Coast, Seattle Patrolman Tim Fitzgerald related the crew of the Overseas Boston was "very happy to receive the news" when he boarded the tanker in Ferndale, Wash. Although ships covered in the bill do not include tankers, he added the crewmembers knew the bill helped other parts of the U.S.-flag fleet-which made it important to all of them. Center1s Deep Sea Advisory 6roup Examines Evolving Training Needs STCW's Impact Is One of Key Issues Tackled The imp act of international regulations on the training and certification of deep sea mariners was one of many important topics addressed last month by the Paul Hall Center's Deep Sea Advisory Board during two days of meetings in Piney Point, Md. Representatives from the SIU, the Paul Hall Center and SIU-contracted deep sea operators took part in the highly interactive meetings September 25 and 26. Among the subjects covered during the sessions were the deep sea industry's training needs and the courses available for Seafarers at the Paul Hall Center's Lunde berg School of Seamanship. Participants discussed various ef- touched on the Senate's passage of the Maritime Security Act (which took place the evening before the board meeting began) and the need to support pro-maritime can- The Deep Sea Advisory Board meeting last month in Piney Point, Md. didates in the upcoming elections. emphasized the training and certification needs of deep sea mariners, 'There's life in this industry, and plus other important topics affecting the industry. we will continue to grow and Major Changes greatly increases the potential prosper as long as we work together Bill Eglinton, director of voca- number of testing agents in and pay attention to the issues," SIU President Michael Sacco said in tional education at the school and America because, to a large extent, kicking off the meeting. He cited the a regular participant in internation- it will allow training facilities to be lengthy battle to win Senate passage al meetings leading to ratification self-certifying. Realistically, of the Maritime Security Act as a last year of amendments to the though, the pact likely will advertelling example both of the impact of STCW convention, described the sely impact inefficient maritime politics on the U.S .-flagfleetand the 100-nation treaty as "without a schools and fly-by-night outfits need for all segments of the industry doubt, one of the biggest changes while helping well-run facilities to work together to ensure the ever to hit our industry. It is over- like the Paul Hall Center, Eglinton stated. maritime sector survives and whelming." He and Nick Marrone, acting Originally ratified in 1978, the flourishes. pact sets minimum standards for vice president of the center, certification, training and skills pointed out that the Lundeberg needed by deep-sea mariners School always has emphasized the hands-on training called for by the worldwide. (See story, page 6.) Eglinton pointed out a key STCW convention. "Skills-based training is not a aspect to the United States' efforts to comply with the treaty. The novel approach for the Paul Hall United States did not become sig- Center," Marrone noted. "All of natory to the original convention our courses include hands-on trainuntil 1991, he noted. At that time, ing .... As the union and the school the U.S. was given five years to have stated for years, qualified in"reach total compliance" (hence dividuals should be the product of the October 1 deadline for possess- vocational training institutions, not ing STCW certificates). "But the students who memorized test ques1995 amendments have left us tions and answers." In addition, Eglinton remarked caught between the '78 convention and the amendments," he noted. that every Lundeberg School "In some cases, the U.S. has no course utilized by Seafarers to choice but to change our training meet STCW requirements is being revamped to enable SIU members and certification midstream." One significant aspect of the to most efficiently comply with STCW treaty is that it calls for the new regulations. This follows practical demonstration of skills as internal and external review of the During a tour of the Paul Hall Center by the Deep Sea Advisory Board, instructor Eric Malzkuhn (far left) explains part of testing for a rating or endorhow the Lundeberg School's equipment is utilized by students in vocational upgrading courses. sement. Theoretically, it also Continued on page 6 October 1996 fects of the amendments to the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for mariners (STCW). They talked about a possible restructuring of the school's program for entry-level mariners. Additionally, they examined a sample of a proposed trainingrecords booklet designed to help ensure that mariners fully comply with the STCW and various other regulations. Further, the board members exchanged ideas about ways to reduce shipboard injuries al\ well as increase the quality of medical treatment received by mariners who are injured or ill. The volunteer group also Seafarers LOG 3 �MSCPAC Vessels Assist Persian Gulf Task Force Three Seafarers-crewed Military Sealift CommandPacific Fleet (MSCP AC) ships are among the vessels deployed to the Persian Gulf following Iraqi attacks on its Kurdish population in late August. The USNS Tippecanoe, USNS Niagara Falls and USNS Catawba are part of the task force supporting U.S. Navy combat ships that fired cruise missiles at Iraqi military installations just after Labor Day. The United States announced it launched the retaliatory attack because Iraq had violated United Nations peace provisions which ended the Persian Gulf War in 1991. "Our members know they have to be ready for any action," noted Roy "Buck" Mercer, SIU vice president for government services. "They are prepared to do whatever their country asks them to do, as seen with the recent Persian Gulf deployment." The MSCPAC fleet is composed of ci viii an-crewed military support ships. These vessels provided logistical sealift support to U.S. forces during the military build-up, then fighting in Kuwait and Iraq during 1990 and 1991. The MSCPAC ships assigned to the task force last month represent three of the different kinds of support provided by the fleet. The USNS Tippecanoe is a fleet oiler which distributes ship and aviation fuel to Navy combat vessels. The USNS Niagara Falls is a stores ship which transports food, spare parts, mail and other supplies to Navy ships. Finally, the USNS Catawba is an ocean-going tugboat designed for towing and salvage operations. As one of three Seafarers-crewed MSCPAC vessels sailing in the Persian Gulf in support of a U.S. Navy task force, the USNS Niagara Falls provides food, spare parts and other goods. Puerto Rico Hit by Hortense Seafarers aboard the USNS Tippecanoe supply ship and aviation fuel to U.S. Navy combat vessels deployed in the Persian Gulf. O/S Juneau Bosun Praises New Union Riding Gang The Overseas Juneau became newer members to learn more and the first SIU-crewed ship to utilize improve their skills aboard a ship. a provision found in the new stand- It also is a good way to build ard tanker agreement-a riding seatime," Zollner added. gang composed of Seafarers. "In fact, these are good jobs. I "It's a great idea, and the first see no down side to them and they crews worked out well," stated are good for the union." Bosun Lance Zollner shortly after Under the terms of the new he signed off the vessel. The Overseas Juneau was sail- agreement, members of riding ing between Valdez, Alaska and gangs work a 12-hour day and are ports on the West Coast when the .classified in either Group I or Groupll. riding gang reported to the ship. "It's always better to have Group I members of a riding union guys on board," Zollner gang must have a QMED rating. said. ''They just became part of the They . receive the QMED hourly regular crew." rate of pay. Those classified in The members of the riding gang Group Il must possess at least an were assigned to painting and AB (green ticket) or OMU rating. chipping duties, the bosun noted. Their pay is based on the AB "These jobs are a good way for Maintenance hourly rate. AB Perishes in Accident Tragedy struck in Baltimore on September 19 as AB David Wayne Scott passed away as a result of a dockside accident. Brother Scott was 41 years old. The accident reportedly happened while Scott and other crewmembers from the USNS Capella, as well as private contractors, were engaged in operations to transport a cherry-picker from the dock to the ship's deck. As it was being lifted, a loading strap broke, allowing the picker's boom to fall. The boom struck Brother Scott in the head. The U.S. Coast Guard has completed its investigation regarding the cause of the mishap, but the report has not been released. "On behalf of the entire membership and all of our officials, I want to express our deepest sympathies to Brother Scott's family. Our thoughts and prayers are with them," said SIU President Michael Sacco. "Obviously, words seem insufficient at a time like this. But the SIU family shares in this suffering, for we have lost one of our own." Brother Scott graduated from the Lundeberg School in 1972, as a member of Class No. 93. He first sailed as a general utility aboard the Overseas Aleutian. After sailing for two years, Brother Scott left the SIU. He rejoined the union in Baltimore in 1992. 4 Seafarers LOG Damage by Rains Said to Be Worst in Decades Seafarers in hurricane-weary Puerto Rico once again were called into action when Hurricane Hortense nearly devastated the area with rains that unleashed massive mud-slides and flash floods. The stonn left 20 dead in its wake. The SIU hall in Santurce was shut down for one week beginning Monday, September 9 when Hortense-which began as an on-again, off-again tropical stonn predicted to miss Puerto Rico-turned into a full-force hurricane. It hit the island with 80 mile-an-hour winds and more than 18 inches of rain in 24 hours. · Officials said Hortense caused the worst flooding in Puerto Rico in decades. While the storm caught many by surprise, Santurce Port Agent Steve Ruiz reported SIU members were prepared to help secure the port when the U.S. Coast Guard shut it down September l 0 and 11. SIU-contracted Crowley American Transport discontinued all cargo operations, and Seafarers helped tie up the company's tugs and barges in the port. Additionally, Seafarers made sure cranes and other equipment at the Navieras NPR, Inc. and Sea-Land Service docks were tightly secured. SIU members also maintained around-the-clock watches in the port to ensure all equipment remained in place as the hurricane passed over the island. "Our members who worked under the hurricane emergency plan did an outstanding job," Ruiz said. "They maintained 24-hour shifts to make sure everything in port remained secure during the storm." Because its sustained winds were not thought to be severe-about 80 miles per hour-Hortense had not been considered a major threat to Puerto Rico. However, damage to the island by the hurricane was substantial. The blinding rain caused rivers to swell more than 30 feet above normal. Homes were completely cleared away by rushing waters which quickly flooded the island. Press reports stated most of the 20 casualties were young children swept away by the sudden rise and force of the waters. Almost all of the island's 3. 7 million residents were left without electricity and running water. At press time, some residents were still without water. Despite the severe damage, according to SIU Patrolman Jose Marrero, of the hundreds of SIU members who reside in the Puerto Rico area, no one was hurt or suffered serious damage to their homes. All Seafarers who . assisted operations in the port during the hurricane emergency plan remained safe. "We are all very lucky. Many people agree that this storm was worse than Hugo in 1989-which was the most severe hurricane of the last 10 years," he stated. About 3,000 San Juan residents suffered some type of damage from Hortense and approximately 850 homes were completely destroyed, according to press reports. President Clinton declared Puerto Rico a federal disaster area, making the residents and businesses of the island eligible for federal aid. NOTICE Seafarers Money Purchase Pension Plan This is to clarify the status of the Seafarers Money Purchase Pension Plan (SMPPP). The SMPPP is part of the standard freightship and tanker contracts approved earlier this year by the membership. The SMPPP is an individual, interest-earning investment account plan funded by daily contributions made on behalf of the employee by contracted companies. Seafarers also have the option of voluntarily contributing to their fund. Currently, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is in the process of completing final paperwork to approve the SMPPP. No problems are anticipated; however, it is taking some time to get through all the 'red tape.' · Meanwhile, signatory companies have been contributing to the individual SMPPP accounts, retroactive to the effective date of the contracts. These contributions are being held in an interestbearing account, maintained by the Pension Plan; accruements will go to the individual Seafarers on whose behalf the contributions were made. SIU members will be notified when the IRS gives final approval to the SMPPP as well as when they may begin making contributions. October 1996 �Legislators Stand Up for U.S. Fleet Both Republicans and Democrats spoke out in favor of passage of the Maritime Security Act and U.S. merchant mariners during the two days of debate on H.R. 1350. The following are excerpts taken from the Congressional Record. TrentL-Ott (R-Miss.): "I stand here today on the Senate floor and proudly ask my colleagues to support the Maritime Security ProTrent Lott gram to guarantee that our nation will have the nucleus of modern, militarily useful active commercial vessels sailing under the American flag . This vote will ensure that whenever the United States decides to project American forces overseas for either an emergency or national defense, there will be a maritime lifeline." Ted Ste- ~-----~ vens (RAlaska): "Military capability and surge sealift are only two legs of the three-legged stool for our advance-deTed Stevens p lo yed military force. The third leg is the ability to sustain these forces over extended periods of time, after we place them in foreign territory far from home. The Maritime Security Program in H.R. 1350 provides that third leg." and sustainment requirements." J o h n Breaux (DLa.): "It is far better to say that we are going to help the operation _ _--:............u...----=i of some Kay Balley A meri can Hutchison commercial vessels that are operating every day out there, that are crewed with U.S. men and women who have b e e n trained and who are able-bodied seamen, who understand how to run these John Breaux Kay Bailey Hutchison (RTexas): "We were able to put American cargo on American ships using American crews to deliver to our American troops. In a time of crisis, we cannot depend on foreign ships. We cannot depend on foreign crews for sealift Ernest Hollings (DS.C.): "The continued presence of an active maritime industry ensures that the United States '---- - - ------' will not have to rely on the kindness of other nations to achieve important national economic and national security objectives." Max Baucus (D-Mont.): "This bill through the building of the fleet will create jobs in many sectors of the economy. The increase in the economy will range from the workers on Max Baucus the ship all the way to those manufacturing the parts." Barbara Mikulski (D-Md.): "This bill is critic al for America's future. This bill is about our national security. A strong, vi- Barbara Mikulski brant merchant marine is absolutely critical to our national defense and our economic security. We need to ask ourselves one simple question: Do we want to haye an American shipping industry iii the 21st century? The answer is an unequivocal yes!" Tom Harkin (Dlowa): "I have always believed, and still do, that it is important to support our U.S.-flag merchant marine as a matter of national security. Also, because shipping is an important basic U.S. industry, with U.S. jobs at stake, employing U.S. citizens, people who work and raise their families here and pay their taxes in this country, I believe it is important to have a U.S. merchant fleet. " Senate Passes Maritime Revitalization Program Continued from page 1 ka), Kay Bailey Hutchison (R-Texas), Daniel Inouye (D-Hawaii) and John Breaux (D-La.). Joining Sacco in saluting the Senate was Transportation Secretary Federico Pefia, who said, "Congress has acted responsibly in assuring that the United States will continue to have a fleet of U.S.-flag commercial vessels. This makes good sense for the United States strategically and economically." Sacco also noted the hard work performed by SIU members and their families in securing passage of the measure. "Your letters, telephone calls and visits with the members of Congress and your support of SPAD paved the way for passage of this historic legislation," Sacco told Seafarers in a statement to the membership. Daniel Inouye (DH aw a ii): · "We must, therefore, ~ have in place a modern, capable, and reliable U.S.. flag fleet ,_ ___.__.___~/ _, with the Daniel Inouye same loyal Americans to crew them whose predecessors have never let us down in more than 200 years of our nation's history." ships, do it every day, that we can call on those ships and say, yes, this is an emergency in a particular part of the world, and we need this ship right away to transport ammunition and equipment to some far part of the world to take care of a national emergency." Historic Measure The SIU president further noted the historic significance of the bill. It is the first major piece of legislation affecting the U.S.-flag merchant fleet passed by Congress since the Merchant Marine Act of 1970. Stevens, who served as the Republican floor manager for the bill, reminded his colleagues that the Senate Commerce Committee had been working on maritime revitalization legislation for more than two decades. Congressional Actions The most recent effort to enact a bill of this nature began in 1992 when Andrew Card, who was serving as transportation secretary in the Bush administration, proposed a seven-year program to the committee. However, Congress adjourned before action could be taken. A different version, calling for a 10-year program with fewer funds than proposed by Card, was introduced by both Democrats and Republicans in Congress in 1993 following a meeting of maritime industry, shipbuilding and labor officials with Pefia. While versions of that measure passed the House of Representatives during the 103rd Congress in both 1993 and 1994, maritime revitalization was killed by farm-state senators. When the 104th Congress convened in 1995, both the House and Senate began considering the IO-year program again. The SIU testified in favor of the legislation before both the House Merchant Marine Oversight Panel and the Senate Surface Transportation and Merchant Marine Subcommittee that year. The House completed work on its version of the Maritime Security Act in December 1995 when the measure was cleared with strong bipartisan support during a voice vote. The Senate then adopted H.R. 1350 for consideration. The Maritime Security Act outlines a program that calls for the companies receiving the funds to make the ships as well as their infrastructure available for use by the U.S. armed forces in times of war or national emergency. Ships registered in the program, which is scheduled to begin during Fiscal Year 1996, also would be available to transport military cargo in times of peace. Security Aspects Saves Money With recent military activity in Iraq on the minds of the senators, the national security aspects of the bill were brought to light by several of the legislators. "This bill is important to the national security, the national defense of the United States," noted Breaux. "We must make sure that our soldiers, sailors, marines and airmen will not have to count on foreign-flag ships to bring their supplies and ammunition to a hostile shore," added Lott. ''They have urged us to support the U.S.-flag merchant marine, because they know that the government-owned Ready Reserve Forcethe Pentagon's rapid deployment fleet-relies absolutely on the availability of Americancitizen merchant mariners to crew its ships. If there is no maritime employment, there will be no merchant mariners," the Mississippi senator stated. · "When the world makes a 9-1-1 call to America, we must be ready," said Sen. Barbara Mikulski (D-Md.). "We must have a merchant marine ready to defend our national security and our economic security." Being able to use a ready-made system of U.S.-flag shipping and its infrastructure apparently was important to members of the Senate. ''The Maritime Security Act will provide a fleet of militarily useful U.S.-flag commercial vessels and their American-citizen crews for our nation's defense sealift as well as guaranteed access to modem intermodal transportation networks and management that can deliver cargo from Kansas to Kuwait and track it every step of the way," noted Hutchison, chairman of the Senate Surface Transportation and Merchant Marine Subcommittee. "For the Defense Department to duplicate this necessary capability, it would cost over $800 million per year, eight times the year cost of the Maritime Security Program," she added. Maritime Administrator Albert Herberger announced the U.S. Maritime Administration already is preparing to implement the new program. "These vessels play an important role in international commerce when a U.S. presence is needed to assure carriage of vital imports and exports during wartimt and during peace," Herberger pointed out. Soon after the Senate passed H.R. 1350, two SIU-contracted companies, Sea-Land Service and Crowley Maritime, stated in news reports they would be applying to the U.S. Maritime Administration for consideration into the Maritime Security Program. Implementation Under Way Evolution of the Maritime Security Act June 1992Andrew Card, Bush administration secretary of transportation, proposes a seven-year, $1.1 billion maritime revitalization program. October 1996 May1993- 1995- Fa/11996- Reps. Gerry Studds (D-Mass.), William Lipinski (DIll.), Jack Fields (R-texas) and Herbert Bateman (R-Va.) introduce a 10-year maritime revitalization program. The House passes the measure, but farmstate legislators kill it in the Senate in 1994. Work continues to enact a U.S. ship bill during the 104th Congress. Transportation Secretary Federico Pena and Sen. Trent Lott (A-Miss.) update the AFL-CIO Maritime Trades Department. During the hearings held on the bill, Maritime Administrator Albert Herberger and General Robert Rutherford, head of the military's logistics command, speaks in its favor. In December, the House overwhelmingly passes the measure. After the Senate debates and passes the Maritime Security Act by an 88-1 O margin, President Clinton signs it into law. �Deep Sea Advisory Group Studies Impact ol lnt'I Regs. Continued from page 3 school's entire curriculum, which was done in an ongoing effort to ensure it offers the best possible training for Seafarers. Staff members of the center also directed board members' attention to many other topics: • J.C. Wiegman, assistant director of vocational education at the Lundeberg School, led a discussion regarding possible implementation of a training record and assessment book for mariners. Such a document, while not mandatory, could prove extremely useful to individual mariners in light of the numerous training requirements related to the STCW convention. (It could be used both for personal record-keeping purposes and proof of training.) • Wiegman also reminded the board that the Lundeberg School offers specialized training based on the unique needs of SIU-contracted vessel operators. Priscilla Dement, the center's director of admissions, updated the group on the number of students who have taken courses SIU President Michael Sacco (standing) cites the need for all segments of the U.S.-flag industry to work together in order to ensure the maritime sector survives and flourishes. at the Lundeberg School. Since the facility opened in 1967, approximately 20,000 young men and women from every state in the U.S., Puerto Rico and several U.S. territories have graduated from the entry rating program, Dement reported. • Meanwhile, nearly 40,000 SIU members have completed upgrading classes at the school, she noted. Dement also outlined some of the new courses available, including a preview of the 1997 training schedule. • Instructor Russ Levin explained how the Paul Hall Center staff endeavors to help students take full advantage of the school's various courses, including some that are designed to supplement and facilitate vocational education. He mentioned that the school offers a GED program, a state-accredited associates degree curriculum, computer training, English as a second language (ESL) classes, and tutorial support. "These courses and all aspects of the school are designed to benefit the members as well as the companies," he stated. "By receiving a quality education here, students improve both as seamen and as people." • Instructor Eric Malzkuhn detailed a proposed reworking of the school's program for entrylevel Seafarers. He also reviewed the center's engine department courses for deep sea mariners. Similarly, instructors Ben Cusic and Allan Sherwin described the deck and steward curriculums, respectively. Also, Jim Hansen, who is in charge of the school's safety training, outlined the center's firefighting, CPR and first aid courses. He noted that the instructors who teach those classes have a combined 130 years' experience provid- Lundeberg School Director of Vocational Education Bill Eglinton's presentation on STCW was a focal point of the two-day meeting. He described the pact as "one of the biggest changes ever to hit our industry. n ing training in those subjects. • Mike Cameron of LASH Services, Inc. shared the results of a program his company utilized to decrease shipboard injuries as well as secure prompt, quality treatment for such injuries. Several subcommittees were formed to address in even greater detail a handful of topics covered during the two-day session. The subcommittees plan to meet sometime before the next full board meeting, which is tentatively planned for April 1997. In addition to the people representing the school and the union, those attending the Deep Sea Advisory Board meeting were Dolores O'Donnell and Ralph Peterson of Maersk, Kevin Clarke of Sheridan Transportation, Georgetta Lewis of RR & VO Partnership, Roy Tolley of Sea-Land Service, Steve Alexander of BP Oil, Richard Evans and Victor Carreras of Navieras NPR, Fred Rosser of Kirby Tankships and Capt. David Hussey of Liberty Maritime. Also present were Carol Martin of Delta Queen Steamboat Co., Tony Naccarato of OMI Corp., Joseph Cecire and John Torgersen of Bay Ship Management, James Mann of Matson Navigation, Bill Cole and Pat Postiglione of Maritime Overseas, Harry Rogers and Bob Rogers of Interocean Ugland Management Corp., Janet Saedi of Osprey-Acomarit Ship Management and Mike DiPrisco of Crowley Maritime. Other participants included Jim Hannon of Sealift, Inc., Steve Nielsen and George Reilly of Energy Transportation Corp., Michael Hopkins of Crowley American Transport, Paul Hagstrom and Mike Swayne of Transoceanic Cable Ship Co, Tara Diminich of V Ships Marine, and John Morrison of Ocean Ships, Inc. STCW Certincate Deadline Passes tor Tankerman Assistants, ABs Watchstanding DEUs Also Need STCW Endorsement; IMO Extends Date for Other Engine Ratings As of October 1, tankerman assistants and watchstanding ABs must possess an STCW certificate while sailing aboard vessels in international waters. DEUs who stand watch also must have an STCW certificate, in order to comply with an international treaty designed to help promote and enforce safety at sea by establishing certain standards for the endorsement, training and skills needed by mariners worldwide. In an important related development, a subcommittee of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) last month announced that the final deadline for ratings forming part of an engine watch to acquire an STCW certificate has been changed from February 1997 to the year 2002. However, because in some instances nations signatory to the STCW convention may implement parts of the treaty earlier than the international deadlines, it remains possible that the U.S. Coast Guard may require ratings forming part of an engine watch to secure an STCW certificate before 2002. The Seafarers LOG will update this situation as information becomes available. Meanwhile, the SIU strongly recommends that all members who possess a lifeboat ticket apply for an STCW certificate as soon as possible indicating they are "proficient in the use of water survival craft." The union makes this suggestion because the 1995 amendments to the STCW convention almost certainly will affect all personnel aboard vessels in the future. For now, however, only the following unlicensed mariners are required to hold an STCW certificate as of October 1: Bosuns, ABs and pumpmen who sail aboard tankers (all of whom should be rated as tankerman assistants); and watchstanding ABs and DEUs who sail aboard deep sea ships. An STCW certificate is a supplementary form of shipboard identification that basically contains the same information found on a z-card. It is available, at no charge, through the U.S. Coast Guard's regional exam centers (RECs). Previously, due to the workloads at the RECs, the union recommended that Seafarers apply for certificates by mail. However, since the October I deadline already has passed, mariners who haven't secured the certificates should consider first telephoning an REC to make sure they can handle the issuance, then going to the REC to apply (see list below). As reported in previous issues of the Seafarers LOG, bosuns and ABs who sail aboard tankers should secure an STCW certificate that states the following: tankerman assistant, and rating forming part of a navigational watch. Pumpmen only need the tankerman assistant designation. In order to receive the tankerman-assistant listing on their STCW certificate, those mariners should go to an REC and present Who Needs an STCW Certificate as of October 1, 1996 Bosuns sailing tankers ABs sailing tankers Chief pumpmen Second pumpmen Watchstanding ABs Watchstanding DEUs Information their certificates should Include: RATING Bosuns and ABs sailing tankers Chief pumpmen and second pumpmen Watchstanding ABS and DEUS 6 Seafarers LOG INFORMATION Tankerman assistant endorsement Rating forming part of a navigational watch Tankerman assistant endorsement Rating forming part of a navigational watch their z-card, plus discharges or letters indicating at least 90 days' sea time aboard tankers within the last five years, along with certificates reflecting successful completion of a firefighting course. If Seafarers still choose to apply by mail, they should include photocopies of the following: their z-cards, certificates reflecting successful completion of a firefighting course, and discharges or letters proving at least 90 days· sea time aboard tankers. Be sure to indicate that the application is for the STCW certificate, and that the certificate should include the designation "tankerman assistant." Also, keep a photocopy of what has been mailed, for personal records. Seafarers may want to send their information by certified mail to ensure receipt by the Coast Guard. If SIU members have any problems in these matters that are not being addressed at the RECs, they may contact the Paul Hall Center at (301) 994-0010, extension 5270. The STCW certificate is a letter-size piece of paper listing a mariner's ratings and any applicable limitations including medical waivers. It utilizes terminology to create a universal form of identification as called for by the STCW convention, but it provides the same information found on a z-card. The standard format was adopted by the nations which signed the STCW agreement in order to facilitate port-state control functions. Ship inspectors will check the standard form rather than reviewing each nation's version of a z-card. This is expected to simplify the inspectors' jobs and thereby bolster shipboard safety. International Agreement STCW stands for the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for mariners. Approximately 100 nations, including the United States, are signatory to the STCW convention. Their fleets represent nearly 95 percent of the world's merchant-ship tonnage. The treaty first was ratified in 1978 and since then has been amended, most recently in 1995. (The SIU regularly participated in the two-year series of meetings leading to last year's amendments.) According to the STCW amendments which were approved last year, most of which take effect in February 1997, the IMO will have the authority to enforce the pact's rules on the training and certification of mariners. The IMO, created by the United Nations in 1959 to improve safety at sea, will require reports on the efforts of signatory nations to comply with the updated convention. With the IMO' s expanded enforcement authority, vessels crewed by mariners from flag-states whose training facilities and procedures for certification do not meet the STCW' s standards may be turned away from ports worldwide, the updated agreement stat~s. With that in mind, the shipping industry should have plenty of incentive to help bolster training standards, noted a number of convention participants. As in the past, signatory nations still may have more stringent rules than those set out in the STCW. In those cases, the agreement does not override the laws of countries which maintain higher standards and stricter qualifications. U.S. Coast Guard Regional Exam Centers' Telephone Numbers Anchorage, AK Baltimore, MD Boston, MA Charleston, SC Honolulu, HI Houston, TX Juneau, AK Long Beach, CA Memphis, TN Miami, FL New Orleans, LA New York, NY Portland, OR St. Louis, MO Alameda, CA Seattle, WA Toledo, OH (907) 271-6733 or271-6735 (410) 962-5132 (617) 223-3040 (803) 724-7693 (808) 522-8258 (713) 947-0044 (907) 463-2450 (310) 980-4483 or980-4485 (901) 544-3297 (305) 536-6548 (504) 589-6183 (212) 668-6395 (503) 240-9346 (314) 539-2657 (510) 437-3092 or437-3093 (206)217-6115 (419) 259-6394 or259-6395 October 1996 �Graduating Recertified Basuns Receive High Praise "Outstanding," "talented" and "superior" were words chosen by union officials and instructors to describe the eight bosuns who graduated from the recertification program during last month's membership meeting in Piney Point, Md. "I think everyone who has been fortunate enough to work with these bosuns while they completed their education here at the school will agree that they are truly a fine group of seamen. I know they are going to go out there and do a great job," stated Executive Vice President Joseph Sacco as he called the September 3 meeting to order. "This was an outstanding group of bosuns," J.C. Wiegman, assistant director of vocational education at the Lundeberg School, told a reporter for the Seafarers LOG. "All the instructors who dealt with them commented on what a fine bunch they were. They involved themselves in many different areas while they were here and really benefitted the young trainees who were able to learn more about their roles on a ship," Wiegman added. Firefighting instructor John Smith noted that the bosuns were "some of the finest Seafarers I have ever taught. A real pleasure to work with and extremely helpful to the trainees." The members receiving this praise were Jay Dillon, Billy Eastwood, George Khan, Michael Proveaux, Rudy Santos, Robert Trainor, Thomas Votsis and Skip Yager, who completed the highest curriculum available to Seafarers who sail in the deck department. As they were called to accept their graduation certificates, each bosun took a tum at the podium to thank union officials and instructors for their support and encouragement. "This is a very big day for me," said Votsis, who sails from the port of Norfolk, Va. "I am very excited to be a recertified bosun. This union means everything to me." Eastwood, with his graduation certifi- The eight recertified bosuns pose for a photo following completion of the firefighting segment of the course. They are (from left, kneeling) Robert Trainor, Thomas Votsis, Rudy A. Santos, (second row) Michael Proveaux, Stormie Combs (instructor), Jay Dillon, Skip Yager, George Khan, Billy Eastwood and Jimmy Hanson (instructor). cate in hand, stated, "Thank you all. This means. the world." Importance of Membership Although they said it in different ways, the eight men emphasized the importance of being SIU members and continuing to advance themselves through the Lundeberg School. Khan, who sails from the port of New York, advised the up graders and trainees in the audience to return to Piney Point as often as possible to upgrade skills and stay on top of the maritime industry. "To the trainees, I'd like to say--don't give up. Keep coming back and some day you can become recertified. I think that we are a smart and informed membership as well as the smartest and best trained sailors in the world. "I have been in this union for 18 years and I have been a trainee, an upgrader and now, a recertified bosun. I am proud and grateful to be in this union, and I'll do my best to make us all look good when I'm back out at sea," Khan proclaimed. Santos had additional advice for the group of trainees going through the school. "Always do your best to learn something new. This is your life and your future, and one day you may be a recertified bosun. Never forget our SIU. Always support the union and it will support us," he said. "I would like to dedicate my success to the late SIU President Paul Hall, who made this possible for me. Being accepted into this class and completing it has been the ultimate honor," said Trainor, a Wil- Robert Trainor (right) and Thomas Votsis (left) refresh their CPR skills during the CPR/first aid portion of the recertified bosuns course. October 1996 mington, Calif. native. The bosun recertification program is designed to update Seafarers who sail as bosuns on current trends in the maritime industry, including changing shipboard technology and updated seamanship techniques. Additionally, the bosuns' curriculum prepares the seamen for leadership roles among fellow crewmembers. Broad Curriculum Through a combination of hands-on exercises and classroom work, the bosuns completed advanced classes in wire splicing and navigation. They utilized the Paul Hall Center's simulator, which reproduces sailing conditions in ports around the world. Yager emphasized the importance of having an educational facility such as the Lundeberg School. "What we have here is unique, and I hope you will all continue to take advantage of the opportunities available," noted the Seafarer, who sails from the port of San Francisco. The bosuns did in-depth work in areas critic al to the nation's military sealift operations, such as helicopter maneuvers, damage control procedures, forklift handling and Hagglund crane operation. Underway and vertical replenishment procedures also were thoroughly reviewed. Following an extensive series of drills, exercises and classroom work in each area of study, the bosuns had to demonstrate their proficiency by passing either a written test or a practical exam or both. In addition, the bosuns met with representatives from every other department in the union. Effective contract enforcement was discussed with officials of the union's collective bargaining department. The Seafarers also sat with representatives of the union's health care, vacation and pension programs. The bosuns were updated by SIU officials on the union's latest efforts to ensure job security for all Seafarers. ''Today's bosuns better stay abreast of those things that impact their future and the future of the SIU. The union has been good to me and I am very appreciative.We must all remember that united we stand but divided we fall," said 38-year-old Proveaux, who sails from Baltimore. In a trip to Washington, D.C., the eight bosuns met with legislative representatives of the Maritime Trades Department (MTD) and the SIU at AFL-CIO headquarters. (The MTD deals with matters concerning the 37 affiliated trade unions and 28 port councils representing workers in the maritime and allied fields.) During the meeting at the MTD, the bosuns learned the latest news about issues affecting the maritime industry. That included information regarding the efforts of the MTD and SIU legislative and governmental affairs departments to promote U.S.-flag shipping and ensure job security for Seafarers. Dillon, who sails from the port of New Orleans, noted the importance of Seafarers writing their state representatives and senators. "I wrote my senator while registering at the Jacksonville hall to urge him to support maritime legislation now before the Senate. I think it is very important to let our political leaders know what the Maritime Security Act means to us. Two months later I got a reply. It made me feel that I really counted. "So please, everyone, write your congressmen and -women and have your say on our future. It is vital to us all in the maritime industry," encouraged Dillon. Demonstrating to students in the trainee class the proper way to rig a bosun's chair are Billy Eastwood (left) and Rudy Santos. Seafarers LOG 7 �From left, OMED David Tillman, Bosun David Park, AB Mike Warren and AB George Nottingham each did his part to ensure the rescue was successful. Gordon Rescues Two On Maiden Voyage SIU-Crewed RO/RO Saves Boaters By its nature, a maiden voyage typically is exciting. But Seafarers aboard the USNS Gordon last month experienced extra exhilaration during the converted roll-on/roll-off (RO/RO) prepositioning vessel's first voyage. The crew helped rescue two sport fishermen whose boat had sunk in the Atlantic Ocean, off the coast of Virginia. "Everyone felt really good about the rescue," said Bosun David Park. ''The guys (whom they saved) were very grateful." The episode took place late in the morning of September 16. The Gordon became aware of the foundering boat when Radio Officer Suzie Carpenter picked up a distress relay call from another vessel as well as a separate radio transmission by the U.S. Coast Guard. Captain Bob Wattam immediately ordered the ship to change course and proceed toward the boat's position nearby. Helmsman Mike Warren quickly responded to the orders, noted the captain. Meanwhile, ABs Randy Evans, George Nottingham, Ray Banlcs, Jim Reily and Harry Champagne, along with OSs Jason McCormick and Mark Hoffman and all other available hands, reported to various lookout stations to assist in the search. "In approximately 20 minutes to half-anhour, we could see the boat a few miles away. We actually saw the boat go down," recalled Bosun Park. With the Gordon en route to assist the two men, a commercial fishing vessel in the area contacted the ship "and asked us to keep away from their nets. They didn't know about the other boat" despite their close proximity to it, said Captain Wattam. Once informed of the emergency, the commercial craft joined the rescue effort. It barely preceded the Gordon to the site where the 39-foot pleasure boat sank, and the fish- ing crew pulled Paul Maiorisi and Joe LoNigro, both of Cape May, N.J., from the water. At the same time, Park, QMED David Tilman and Chief Mate Pannell launched the Gordon's rigid hull inflatable lifeboat (RHIB). Maiorisi and LoNigro subsequently were transferred to the lifeboat and then to the Gordon without incident. Shaken but not injured, the recreational boaters thanked the crew and explained their ordeal. They said they had been cruising at about 26 knots wh~n they hit a submerged object. The boat immediately began taking on water and they prepared to abandon ship. One of them readied a life raft while the other sent a Mayday and activated their Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon (EPIRB). But the men had difficulty paddling away from the sinking boat and, when it submerged, the outriggers snagged the life raft and flipped it with the men inside. One of the New Jersey residents quickly moved clear of the overturned raft, thinking it would be pulled under. The other man freed himself moments later, and within a few minutes they were rescued by the commercial fishing boat, the Kati & Meg. ''They were really lucky," said Wattam. "One guy couldn't swim. If we hadn't heard the radio call, who knows what would have happened, especially since the other fishing boat didn't know what was going on." Once Maiorisi and LoNigro were aboard the Gordon, a Coast Guard helicopter arrived and offered to transport them to shore. However, the men were "reluctant to be lifted to a helicopter," Wattam noted. The captain then advised the Coast Guard that the Gordon could take the men to a rendezvous point closer to shore where a The rescue is all but complete as crewmembers aboard the USNS Gordon retrieve the life raft containing three fellow crewmembers and the two sport fishermen whose boat sank in the Atlantic. Coast Guard vessel could pick them up. Meanwhile, the boaters were provided with hot showers and dry clothes. They also Wf'.re served a delicious lunch by Chief Steward Bert Mirador and Chief Cook Loicy Jones, assisted by GSUs Leonard Nairn and Osvaldo Rios, reported Wattam. "They were extremely thankful and appreciative and happy to be alive," stated the captain. "They highly praised the entire crew of the USNS Gordon, including the many behind-the-scenes crewmembers who all played a part in the rescue," among them QMED Steve Tebbe and Wipers Tom Hoffman and Dennis Hock, who helped handle the engine room during the operation. The Gordon was christened in Newport News, Va. on July 4 and was delivered to SIU-contracted Bay Ship Management August 23. It is the second of five former Maersk containerships being converted for use by the U.S. Military Sealift Command as Anny support ships. The vessel was named for U.S. Army Master Sergeant Gary Gordon, who was awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor after he was killed in action in Mogadishu, Somalia in 1993. "Everything is going well and everyone is doing a good job," observed Wattam. "We're all proud to be here," added Bosun Park, who joined the SIU 10 years ago. "We know Sergeant Gordon was a decorated person, and we hope we can keep up his tradition of helping people in need." The first ship in the series, the USNS Shughart, was delivered earlier this year. The three remaining vessels, the USNS Yano, USNS Gilliland and USNS Soderman are slated for deliveries next year. Editor's note: Special thanks to Radio Officer Carpenter, who shot the photos accompanying this story. After the men who were rescued nervously declined a lift to a Coast Guard helicopter (left photo), the Gordon transported them to a Coast Guard cutter. B Seafarers LOG October 1996 �Overseas Philadelphia Aids Ott-Course Boater During the past year, these World War II merchant marine posters have been added to the exhibit at the Paul Hall Memorial Library. Thirty-one posters now are featured. Four Posters Added To WWII Exhibit At Paul Hall Center Former Seafarer Rendich Meola quietly has been adding to the World War II merchant marine poster exhibit at the Paul Hall Memorial Library in Piney Point, Md. The display opened in July 1995 and initially included 25 superbly maintained posters. Since then, Meola, who sailed with the SIU for three years during the war, has supplemented it with six more posters, each in outstanding condition. Like the others, the four most recently added placards were printed either in the U.S. or England. Perhaps the most striking of the quartet depicts a tattered American flag, with a veil of smoke in the background. Published by the U.S. OfficeofWarinformation, the poster exhorts its readers to "Remember Dec. ?1h!," in reference to the 1941 Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor. As reported in the October 1995 issue of the Seafarers LOG, two other posters were incorporated into the exhibit shortly after it opened. One is a startling illustration of an Allied ship sinking, accompanied by the words: "Loose Talk can cost Lives! Keep it under your STETSON" (a brand of hat). The other is the centerpiece of the display and arguably the most widely recognized World War II merchant marine poster ever produced. It shows a determined U.S. merchant mariner with his gear slung over his back. Underneath the painting, in bold, capital letters is the quote, "YOU BET I'M GOING BACK TO SEA!" It was printed by the War Shipping Administration. The exhibit is part of the collection of Meola, 80, who sailed as a deck engineer. It is expected to remain on display for an extended period. ': MAN TH£ VICTORY FLEET The centerpiece of the exhibit at the Paul Hall Library is this wellknown poster, printed by the U.S. War Shipping Administration. October 1996 'The posters serve to remind today's Seafarers that they may be Talk about taking a wrong turn. The SIU-crewed Overseas Philadelphia recently assisted a Florida man whose sailboat had been blown more than 100 miles off course. The unidentified boater was trying to return to the Florida Keys from Belize, but instead ended up 140 miles northwest of Cuba, in the Gulf of Mexico. "He got caught in a storm and was out in the middle of nowhere," said QMED Chris Earhart, who provided the photos accompanying this story. "It was way too windy to navigate a small sailboat. I think he's lucky to be alive." In addition to its tattered sails and substandard mooring lines. the boat had a diesel engine-but had run out of fuel. The man also was without food or water when he sent a distress call. The Overseas Philadelphia was en route to Beaumont, Texas when it heard the call. It diverted to the sailboat's poSition, where the crew provided the boater with fuel, food and water. "He was by himself, so we had to lower the items into a lifeboat and then put them on board his boat," explained Earhart, a frequent upgrader at the Paul Hall Center. "There's no way he could have lifted the barrel by himself." Afterward, crewmembers discussed among themselves that the man seemed surprisingly unmoved by their rescue efforts. "He didn't say much, even though it took us a total of about nine or 10 hours to help him (counting the time the ship was diverted from its schedule),.' noted Earhart. "He was pretty laid-back and his skin looked like leather, like he's been sailing for a long time. He looked to be in his late fifties. "All I know is, he's lucky a ship came along." Bosun Tim Olvanie operates a crane to lower supplies for a boater who had been blown 100 miles off course. With the sailboat under way in the background, QMED Chris Earhart is happy the Overseas Philadelphia helped a person in need. called on in similar fashion.' -Former Seafarer Rendlch Meola During a recent visit to the Paul Hall Center and the library, Meola emphasized his hope that Lundeberg School students will examine the poster collection, which includes explanatory text. "World War II is a major part of the history of the U.S. merchant marine," said the resident of Middletown, N.Y. "If a person is joining this industry, he or she should know about the heritage, those who went before them. "I also believe the posters serve to remind today's Seafarers that they may be called on in similar fashion." Poster art was a prevalent form of communication in the U.S. during the war (although only a small percentage of those produced by the Allies were about the merchant marine). The U.S. Office of War Information, along with virtually every other major government agency, as well as the U.S. armed services and private industry, created such images in order to generate maximum public participation in the war effort. The posters involved all aspects of the war-from urging workers to produce top-quality goods for the soldiers in the field, to purchasing war bonds, to keeping quiet about any knowledge of troop or convoy movements. Many such posters appeared in and around SIU halls, and Seafarers were no strangers to the war effort. Thousands of SIU members sailed dangerous waters before, during and after World War II. Some 1,200 Seafarers were among the 7,000 or so merchant seamen who gave their lives during the war. Such commitment by Seafarers and other U.S. merchant mariners proved vital in the war's outcome. As Maritime Administrator Albert Herberger noted during last year's ceremony marking the exhibit' s opening, "Without the merchant marine, World War II would not have been a victory. The deeds of the merchant marine carried the day." DEU Matt Young (foreground) helps lower a fuel drum from the Overseas Philadelphia for transport to the stranded boat. Chief Steward Ron Tarantino gathered food items that were given as part of the rescue. Crowley Tug Mars Makes Long Haul The SIU-crewed tugboat Mars recently demonstrated that no job is too lengthy for it to handle. Captain Bruce Comiskey, Chief Mate Steve Province, Second Mate Craig Melwing, Deck Utility Chad Macaulay, Engine Utility Jim Gray and Cook Utility Doug Colby crewed the Crowley tug during a 52-day voyage that saw it sail from the West Coast to a Mexican port along the Gulf of Mexico and back. Based in Long Beach, Calif., the Mars towed the disabled chemical tanker Bacab from Lazaro Cardenas, Mexico to a shipyard in Veracruz, Mexico before returning to its home port. Earlier this year, a fire had completely burned out the Mexican tanker's engineroom, noted Wilmington, Calif. Patrolman John Cox. Two crewmembers reportedly perished in the blaze. It took about four days for the Mars to reach the 5(J()-footBacab. From there, the Seafarers-crewed tug towed the lame ship to the Panama Canal, which took 10 days. After a day spent sailing through the canal, the tug endured an unexpected, two-and-a-halfday layup caused by a severe storm. Then, 1O.more days elapsed as the Mars finished towing the Bacab to the shipyard. With its work done, the tug backtracked without a tow through the canal and returned to Long Beach, with the balance of the trip taking 25 days. ''This was longer than the usual job, but the crew handled it without any problems," Cox noted. The SIU-crewed Crowley tug Mars (right) tows the disabled tanker Bacab to a shipyard in Veracruz, Mexico. Seafarers LOG 9 �II Maritime Briefs Former Crowley President, Leo Collar, Dead at 66 II Gen. Kross Takes TRANSCOM Helm As Gen. Rutherford Leaves Service Fonner president and chief operating officer of Crowley Maritime Corporation, Leo L. Collar, died September 5 of heart failure in San Jose, Calif. He was 66. Collar became executive vice president of Crowley in 1975 and was elected president in 1987. He served as president for the San Franciscobased company until 1991, when he retired because of heart problems. Despite his health ailments, Collar continued to serve as a member of the company's board of directors. In his 48-year career with Crowley, ColJar was instrumental in the company's growth into the largest tug and barge operator in the world and the third largest U.S.-flag marine transportation company. "He is remembered as the entrepreneur who helped Tom Crowley Sr. build the company from a West Coast tug and barge operation to a billion-dollar marine transportation company," Crowley Vice President for Public Relations Richard Simpson said. Collar was responsible for the development of oil field services for Crowley in Alaska and environmental activities for the entire company. Under his direction, the company organized a new tug and barge supply service for the Distant Early Warning radar sites along the Arctic and Bering Sea coasts of Alaska. He also developed a tug and barge service and transportation system for the Cook Inlet oil fields of Alaska. Additionally, in the late 1960s, when oil production began in Alaska's Prudhoe Bay oil field, Collar initiated Crowley's pioneering sealifts of oil. CoJlar also led a management team that successfully established cargo service throughout the Americas, which ultimately became known as Crowley American Transport-the major service between the U.S., Puerto Rico and key markets in Central and South America. He is survived by his wife, Gail; three sons, Randy, Gary and Steve; a daughter, Susan Lewis, and 12 grandchildren. Maritime Facts from Guinness Book of Records The following maritime facts can be found in the 1996 edition of The Guinness Book of Records: The first containerships too large to travel through the Panama Canal were built by American President Lines (APL). The President Adams, President Jackson, President Kennedy, President Polk and President Truman are 902.69 feet long and 129.29 feet abeam. The largest roll-on/roll-off barges are operated by Crowley American Transport of Jacksonville, Fla. The ship to cross the Pacific Ocean the fastest- between Yokohama, Japan and Long Beach, Calif. -is the Sea-Land Commerce. The voyage took six days, one hour and 27-minutes (June 30 - July 6, 1973). The average speed of the Sea-Land containership was 33.27 knots. The largest merchant fleet in the world at the end of 1994 was the one sailing under the flag of Panama. The fleet totaled 64.2 million gross tons. The largest port in the world is the port of New York and New Jersey, which has a navigable waterfront of755 miles, stretching over 92 square miles. The port has a total berthing capacity of 391 ships at one time. Warehouse floor space is spread across 422.4 acres. The busiest port in the world and the largest artificial harbor is Rotterdam, Netherlands. It handled 324 million tons of cargo in 1994. The busiest port in the U.S. is South Louisiana, La., which handled 193,796,104 U.S. tons of cargo in 1993. Kaiser's Yard in Portland, Ore. has the fastest time for building complete ships of more than 10,000 tons during World War II. The shipyard completed 2,742 Liberty ships beginning on November 27, 1941. In 1942, ship number 440, the Robert E. Peary, had its keel laid on November 8, was launched on November 12, and was operational after four days and 15.5 hours on November 15. ~ Corporations Fined $75 Million For Puerto Rico Oil Spill A federal judge in San Juan, P.R. fined three corporations a total of $75 million for their roles in the January 1994 oil spill that spewed more than 750,000 gallons of oil into the waters off Puerto Rico and onto its popular Escambron Beach at the height of the tourist season. Seafarers were involved in the extensive clean-up operations. The criminal fine is the largest ever for an environmental crime and comes after the April conviction of the corporations and a top manager for causing the oil spill. (A federal jury convicted the companies of sending ·out an unseaworthy vessel, negligently discharging oil and failing to notify the Coast Guard that a hazardous condition existed on the vessel, as reported in the September issue of the Seafarers LOG.) In sentencing the corporations, U.S. District Judge Hector M. Laffitte noted that the "recklessly negligent" conduct of the companies had produced a "catastrophic event." The judge stated that the "marine ecosystem of northern Puerto Rico will probably never recover from the effects of the oil spill." Laffitte ordered Bunker Group Puerto Rico, Bunker Group Inc. and New England Marine Services to each pay a $25 million fine and complete a five-year term of corporate probation. Pedro Rivera, the general manager of Bunker Group of Puerto Rico, was sentenced to six months imprisonment (to be served in a half-way house) followed by six months of home confinement. He also was sentenced to two years of probation and 120 hours of community service. The corporations are part of a group of 50 corporate entities controlled by the Frank family of New York. According to the Department of Justice, the Frank companies have a lengthy history of environmental violations but were organized into a complex web that allowed the family to shield its assets from criminal fines. In this case, however, Judge Laffitte placed the assets of all the Frank companies under his supervision in order to prevent the assets from being dissipated or hidden. 10 Seafarers LOG During a special ceremony held on Scott Air Force Base in Illinois on July 15, U.S. Air Force General Walter Kross assumed the leadership of the U.S. Transportation Command and Air Mobility Command. He takes the place of Air Force General Robert L. Rutherford, who retired after more than 35 years of Air Force service, including the last two with the command. The Transportation Command oversees the worldwide movement of goods for the U.S. armed forces. Civilian-crewed U.S.-flag merchant ships and vessels of the Ready Reserve Force are among the modes of transportation availible to the command. Kross is familiar with the workings of his new assignment. He served as director of operations and logistics for all defense transportation requirements at the U.S. Transportation Command during Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm. During this time he also acted as director of operations for Air Force headquarters. Kross was commissioned through Officer Training School in December 1964. His early career combined both fighter and airlift experience as he flew 157 F-4 combat missions, 100 of them over North Vietnam. He later transitioned to airlift and then to senior executive and congressional pilot support. Kross was later assigned to U.S. Air Force headquarters to be part of the Chief of the Air Force staff group for six years. Additionally, General Kross was commander of the provisional force in charge of beginning the Air Mobility Command, as well as serving as the first vice commander. Prior to assuming command of the Transportation Command and Air Mobility Command, he served as director of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. General Rutherford served as commander of the Pacific Air Forces prior to taking the assignment as commander in chief of U.S. Transportation Command in 1994. He is a Vietnam veteran and has held assignments worldwide including Thailand, South Korea, Japan, Germany and a number of stateside locations. The general entered the Air Force in 1961 as a graduate of Southwest Texas State University's Reserve Officer Training Corps program. During his military career, he held nine command positions at squadron, wing, numbered air force and major command levels. Rutherford is a command pilot with more than Gen. Kross Gen. Rutherford 5,000 flight hours in a variety of aircraft including the F-16, F-15, KC-135, C-5 and C-141. At the change-of-command ceremony, Rutherford was presented with the Defense Distinguished Service Medal and the Distinguished Service Medal, first oak leaf cluster. Seattle Hall Relocates This Month The Seattle SIU hall is moving to Tacoma, Wash. this month. It is scheduled to begin operations in its new-location on October 14. The new hall will be located at 3411 South Union Street. The phone numbers for the new hall-effective October 14-are as follows: (206) 272-7774; 272-7775 and 272-7776. The FAX number will be (206) 272-4121. Directions to the hall follow: • From Seattle, take Interstate 5 South to Exit 132 (South 38th Street/West). • Go approximately one mile to the fourth stoplight (Union Street) and tum right. • Go to the next stoplight. The union hall is located on the corner of 35th and Union, diagonally to the right. The building is light green with a stone exterior. OR • From south of Tacoma, take 1-5 North to Exit 132 (South 38th Street/West), then follow directions above. Sculpture Unveiled at Seafarers Haven A new piece of artwork located at the entrance to the Seafarers Haven cemetery was unveiled during a ceremony last month. The unnamed concrete and metal sculpture portrays a deepsea mariner standing at a ship's wheel. Its creator, Ukrainian Mykola Holodyk, is a renowned talent who has produced art and architecture throughout world, including decorating more than 50 churches. SIU President Michael Sacco presented a plaque to Holodyk, in appreciation of the sculpture. j Sacco also told the audiMykola Holodyk ence of up- - --- graders, SIU officials and invited guests about the background of the cemetery, which overlooks the Paul Hall Center and its Lundeberg School of Seamanship in Piney Point, Md. "Seafarers Haven was created so that SIU members could be with The sculpture is unveiled during a ceremony at Seafarers Haven last month. their own kind when they made their final departure. Its opening in 1984 was the last great accomplishment of Brother Frank Mongelli-who, ironically, was laid to rest here in January 1985. He was the first person buried at Seafarers Haven," Sacco recalled. "Frank was one of the Sill's most trusted and dedicated officials. He was one of the founders of the Harry Lundeberg School, as well as a member of the union for nearly 45 years." The SIU president noted that Mongelli, who last served as Vice President of the Lundeberg School, wanted someday for a sculpture of a mariner "to stand guard at the gates of Seafarers Haven. Today, we have fulfilled that goal with the dedication of this wonderful, stunning piece. "All of us in the SIU and at the Lundeberg School are proud to have this monument strengthening the atmosphere and character of Seafarers Haven," he continued. Sacco further noted that 25 other Seafarers, both rank-and-file members and officials, also have been buried at Seafarers Haven. Holodyk remarked on the "spirit of brotherhood" he witnessed among the upgraders at the Paul Hall Center. "You are the inspiration for this piece. Your love, the brotherly love you have for each other, is wonderful. This art reflects your strength," he said. October 1996 �. Information for the 1996 Election of Officers . SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes&: Inland Waters District Balloting Begins November 1 for Union Officers Voting starts November 1 for the election of officers for the Seafarers International Union Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District. SIU members will be able to cast secret ballots at union halls or by mail through December 31, 1996. Seafarers eligible to vote in this election to determine union officers for the 19972000 term are full-book members in good standing. This eligibility criteria is spelled out in the union's governing document, the constitution. The ballot will list the names of all qualified candidates as determined by the credentials committee, a group made up of six rank-and-file Seafarers who reviewed the nominating petitions of all SIU members seeking office in this district-wide election. A sample of this ballot appears on page 12. The credentials committee report, which was prepared August 16, and submitted to the membership at the September monthly meetings, indicated 30 candidates had qualified to run for 27 positions. (The committee's report was published in the September 1996 Seafarers LOG.) The 27 posts for which Seafarers will cast their ba11ots are president, executive vice president, secretary-treasurer, six vice presidents, six assistant vice presidents, two headquarters representatives and 10 port agents. 21 Polling Places The election will be conducted by mail ballot as provided by the union's constitution. Secret ballots, accompanied by envelopes marked "Ba11ot" and postage paid envelopes printed with the address of the bank depository where the ballots are kept until submitted to the tallying committee, will be available to full book members in good standing at 21 union halls around the country. (See list of voting locations on this page.) Eligible Seafarers may pick up their ballots and envelopes marked "Ballot" and mailing envelopes at these halls between 9:00 a.m. until 12:00 noon, Monday through Saturday, except legal holidays, from November 1 to December 31. Each member must present his or her book to the port agent or the agent's designated representative when receiving the ballot, the envelope marked "Ballot" and the mailing envelope. When the Seafarer receives the ballot and envelopes, his or her book wi11 be stamped with the word "Voted" and the date. If a member does not present his or her book, or if there is a question in regard to his or her eligibility to vote, the Seafarer will receive a mailing envelope of a different color marked with the word "Challenge." His or her book will be stamped with the NOTICE OF 1996 ELECTION FOR ELECTION OF 1997-2000 OFFICERS SEAFARERS INTERNATIONAL UNION OF NORTH AMERICA Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District Elections will be conducted by secret mail ballot. Ballots may be obtained at the following locations from 9:00 a.m. to 12 noon (local time), Mondays through Saturdays. excluding holidays, during the voting period. The voting period shall commence on November 1st, 1996 and shall continue through December 31st, 1996. VOTING LOCATIONS BALTIMORE October 1996 Secret Ballots Once the Seafarer has received his or her ballot and envelopes, he or she marks the ballot for the candidates of his or her choice and puts it in the envelope marked "Ballot." This envelope is sealed by the member and placed in the mailing envelope and then dispatched in the mail. These steps ensure the integrity of the secret ballot process. The union's constitution, in Article XIII, details the procedures for voting in union elections. This section of the constitution is printed in full on pages 13 and 14. Also, appearing on this page are brief summaries of voting procedures and absentee voting procedures. All ballots will be counted by the rankand-file tallying committee consisting of two members elected from each of the union's constitutional ports. These committee members will be elected in December. They will convene as the tallying committee in early January 1997. 1216 E. Baltimore St., Baltimore, MD 21202 DETROIT-ALGONAC 520 St. Clair River Dr., Algonac, Ml 48001 DULUTH 705 Medical Arts Building, Duluth, MN 55802 FT. LAUDERDALE 1221 South Andrews Ave., Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33316 HONOLULU 606 Kalihi St., Honolulu, HI 96819 HOUSTON 1221 Pierce St., Houston, TX 77002 JACKSONVILLE 3315 Liberty St., Jacksonville, FL 32206 JERSEY CITY 99 Montgomery St., Jersey City, NJ 07302 LAKE CHARLES Suite 204, Prien Village Office Park, 710 West Prien Lake Rd., Lake Charles, LA 70601 MOBILE 1640 Dauphin lsJand Parkway, Mobile, Al 36605 NEW BEDFORD 48 Union St., New Bedford, MA 02740 NEW ORLEANS 630 Jackson Ave., New Orleans, LA 70130 NEW YORK 635 Fourth Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11232 NORFOLK 115 Third St., Norfolk, VA 23510 End PHILADELPHIA 2604 South Fourth St, Philadelphia, PA 19148 PINEY POINT Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship, Piney Point, MD 20674 PUERTO RICO 1057 Fernandez Juncos Ave., Santurce, PR 00907 SAN FRANCISCO 350 Fremond St., San Francisco, CA 94105 ST. LOUIS 4581 Gravois Ave., St. Louis, MO 63116 TACOMA 3411 South Union St., Tacoma, WA 98409 WILMINGTON 510 North Broad Ave., Wilmington, CA 90744 Procedure for Voting All Seafarers eligible to vote in the union's 1996 election of officers and job holders for the term 1997-2000 may vote by secret ballot from November 1 through December 31, 1996. Secret ballots, together with self-addressed, stamped envelopes for mailing, will be available at union halls to all eligible voters. Seafarers are eligible to vote in the union's election if they are full-book members in good standing. Details of the election procedure are spelled out in Article XID of the SIU constitution, which is printed verbatim on pages 13 and 14 of this issue of the Seafarers WG. In summary, here is the procedure for voting: 0 Eligible Seafarers may pick up ballot and mailing envelopes from 9:00 a.m. to 12 noon (local time), Monday through Saturday, excluding legal holidays, from November 1 through December 31, 1996 at designated union halls (see list on this page). f) When a full-book member arrives to vote, he or she should present his or her book to the port agent or his duly designated representative. 8 The member will be asked to sign a words "Voted Challenge" and the date. For members who believe they will be at sea during this time, the SIU constitution provides for absentee voting procedures. Full book members in good standing who need to vote by absentee ballot should direct a re.quest for the ballot to the union's secretarytreasurer at SIU headquarters--5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. roster sheet indicating the date, the number of the ballot given the member and his or her book number. 8 The member will have his book stamped with the word "Voted" and the date. 0 At the same time, the member will receive a ballot, together with an envelope marked "Ballot" and a mailing envelope. The mailing envelope has the address of the depository printed on it, making it self-addressed. It also has the postage pre-paid. 0 The top part of the ballot above the perforated line will be retained by the port agent or his duly designated representative. 0 In cases where a member does not produce his or her book, or if there is a question about the member's good standing or other eligibility matters, the member will receive a mailing envelope of a different color marked with the word "ChalJenge." His or her book also will be stamped "Voted Challenge" and the date. 0 After a member has voted, he or she puts the ballot in the mailing envelope which is addressed to the bank depository and stamped. The mailing envelope should then be put in the mail. Notice on Unopposed Candidates One part of the article of the SIU constitution covering rules for elections concerns the election of candidates who are unopposed for the office in question. The section states that those candidates who are unopposed for any office or job shall be considered elected to that office or job and that the tallying committee shall not have to count the votes for any such candidate. The entire section, contained in Article XIII, Section 5 of the SIU constitution, reads as follows: "A candidate unopposed for any office or job shall be deemed elected to such office or job notwithstanding that his name may appear on the ballot. The Union Tallying Committee shall not be required to tally completely the results of the voting for such unopposed candidate but shall certify in their report that such unopposed candidate has been elected to such office or job. The Election Report Meeting shall accept the above certification of the Union Tallying CommitteeY Procedure for Absentee Ballots In the case of members eligible to vote who believe they will be at sea during the November 1 through December 31, 1996 voting period, absentee ballots are available. The SIU constitution ensures that members who are eligible to vote and who find themselves in this situation may vote. Procedures are established in the SIU constitution to safeguard the secret ballot election, including the absentee ballot process. Here is the procedure to follow when requesting an absentee ballot: 0 Make the request in writing to the SIU office of the secretary-treasurer, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. f) Include in the request the correct address where the absentee ballot should be mailed. 8 Send the request for an absentee ballot by registered or certified mail. 8 The registered or certified mail envelope must be postmarked no later than midnight, November 15, 1996 and must be received at 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746 no later than November25, 1996. 0 The secretary-treasurer, after confirming eligibility, will send by registered mail, return receipt requested, to the address designated in the request, a ballot, together with an envelope marked "Ballot" and a mailing envelope no later than November 30, 1996. 0 Upon receiving the ballot and envelopes, vote by marking the ballot. After voting the ballot, place the ballot in the envelope marked "Ballot." Do not write on the "Ballot" envelope. 0 Place the envelope marked "Ballot" in the mailing envelope which is imprinted with the mailing address of the bank depository where all ballots are sent. 0 Sign the mailing envelope on the first line of the upper left-hand comer. Print name and book number on the second line. The mailing envelope is self-addressed and stamped. 0 The mailing envelope must be postmarked no later than midnight December 31, 1996 and received by the bank depository no later than January 5, 1997. ELECTION IN FORMATION CONTINUES ON NEXT THREE PAGES. Seafarers LOG 11 �Information for the 1996 Election of Officers SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes & Inland Waters District Twenty-Seven Pasts Are an Ballot for 1997-2000 Term The ballots listing the candidates for office in the 1996 SIU elections will be avail- country. (See list of locations on page 11.) Members who believe they will be at sea when it meets in January 1997. able to Seafarers for voting between The positions listed on the ballot are sample of the official ballot. This same November 1andDecember31,1996. There during November and December may represident, executive vice president, sample of the official ballot appears below. an absentee ballot from the secretaryquest are 27 positions on the ballot. Each ballot has a perforated edge which All full-book members in good standing treasurer, in accordance with the procedures secretary-treasurer, six vice presidents, six will be tom off by the port agent or his assistant vice presidents, two headquarters spelled out in the union's constitution. are eligible to vote in the union's election. representative when the eligible Seafarer Officers elected will serve in the 1997 representatives and 10 port agents. Members may pick up their ballots at any picks up his or her ballot. If requesting an An election notice was mailed last month through 2000 tenn. A rank-and-file tallying one of 21 union halls located around the absentee ballot, the ballot will be mailed to committee will tabulate the election results to all members at their last known address, along with a list of voting locations and a the eligible member with the perforated edge already tom off. ................ s ~ O~~~~~~~~::.-·· ~ ~ SEAFA:i~:l~~~~~t:~~::.:-.i~~:.: ::?..~1~1~i:ERICA INSTRUCTIONS TO voting square to the left of name. • • herein, your vote tor such office will be rnvalld. INK OR INDELIBLE PENCIL MARK YOUR BALLOT WITH PEN AND •• • VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF GOVERNMENT SERVICES AND FISHING INDUSTRIES Vote for One D Charles Burdette Collins, C-16 12 0 o 5 0 Edward "Edd" W. Morris, M-1358 22 D Robert Selzer, S-1258 PHILADELPHIA PORT AGENT Vote for One 13 23 0 BALTIMORE PORT AGENT Vote for One 24 D Jack Caffey, C-101 O VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF THE GULF COAST Vote for One D Dean E. Corgey, C-5727 15 D 9 D 10 0 Kevin Bertel, B-1832 George McCartney, M-948 25 0 ASSISTANT VICE-PRESIDENT IN OF THE WEST COAS Vote for One 16 o Don Anderson, A-5244 David M. Carter, C-12088 NEW ORLEANS PORT AGENT Vote for One 26 0 Jose (Joe) Perez, P-846 ASSISTANT VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF THE SOUTHERN REGION, GREAT LAKES AND INLAND WATERS Vote for One 17 0 VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF THE WEST COAST Vote for One Mike Paladino, P-5581 MOBILE PORT AGENT Vote for One William Parker, P-1067 VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF THE ATLANTIC COAST Vote for One 0 Joseph Soresi, S-2658 John Fay, F-363 6 D Augustin Tellez, T-764 8 D NEW YORK PORT AGENT Vote for One VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF CONTRACTS AND CONTRACT ENFORCEMENT Vote for One 7 21 D Joseph M. Sacco, S-1287 SECRETARY TREASURER Vote for One 4 PINEY POINT PORT AGENT Vote for One Roy A. Mercer, M-25001 EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT Vote for One 3 . vote for a candidate, mark a cross (X) m VOTER5f~nyouorder,: tor more candidates tor office than specffied .vo . o'i: f?P-<.. ••• • \S'· ••• •• Michael J. Sacco, S-1288 .-----------------~FFICIAL BALLOT VOTING PERIOD NOVEMBER 1st,1996THROUGH DECEMBER 31st, 1996 PRESIDENT Vote for One 2 D • . <;1<;11/~~o~~---· <;;,C ................... . ~~\::·:-.:--·for Election of 1997-2000 0~1cers f?P No. 00000 .... James P. McGee, M-5945 SAN FRANCISCO PORT AGENT Vote for One ASSISTANT VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF GOVERNMENT SERVICES AND FISHING INDUSTRIES Vote for One 18 0 Nick Celona, C-1578 Robert Hall, H-5727 29 0 VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF TI:IE SOUTHERN REGION, GREAT LAKES AND INLAND WATERS Vote for One 11 rz 0 Byron F. Kelley, K-12039 HEADQUARTERS REPRESENTATIVE Vote for Two 19 20 o o DETROIT-ALGO Votefo Leo Bonser, B-1193 Carl Peth, P-755 30 0 Timothy S. Kelley, K-5287 Above is a sample of the official ballot for election of SIU officers for the term 1997-2000. SeafalW'S LOS October 1996 �- Information for the 1996 Election of Officers SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes & Inland Waters District SIU Constitution Spells Out Rules On 1996 Elections The section of the union's constitution outlining voting procedures in the SIU's elections, which are held every four years, appears here and on page 14 in its entirety. Article XIII Elections for Officers, Assistant Vice-Presidents, Headquarters Representatives and Port Agents Section 1. Nominations. Except as provided in Section 2 (b) of this Article, any full book member may submit his name for nomination for any office, or the job of Assistant Vice-President, Headquarters Representative or Port Agent, by delivering or causing to be delivered in person, to the office of the Secretary-Treasurer at Headquarters, or sending a letter addressed to the Credentials Committee, in care of the SecretaryTreasurer at the address of Headquarters. This letter shall be dated and shall contain the following: (a) The name of the candidate. (b) His home address and mailing address. (c) His book number. (d) The title of the office or other job for which he is a candidate, including the name of the Port in the event the position sought is that of Port Agent. (e) Proofof citizenship. (f) Proof of seatime and/or employment as required for candidates. (g) In the event the member is on a vessel, he shall notify the Credentials Committee what vessel he is on. This shall be done also if he ships subsequent to forwarding his credentials. (h) Annexing a certificate in the following form, signed and dated by the proposed nominee: "I hereby certify that I am not now, nor, for the five (5) years last past, have I been either a member of the Communist Party or convicted of, or served any part of a prison term resulting from conviction of robbery, bribery, extortion, embezzlement, grand larceny, burglary, arson, violation of narcotics laws, murder, rape, assault with intent to kill, assault which inflicts grievous bodily injury, or violation of Title II or Ill of the Landrum-Griffin Act, or conspiracy to commit any such crimes." Dated .............................................. . Signature of member Book No ............ :............................ . Printed forms of the certificate shall be made available to nominees. Where a nominee cannot truthfully execute such a certificate, but is, in fact, legally eligible for an office or job by reason of the restoration of civil rights originally revoked by such conviction or a favorable determination by the Board of Parole of the United States DepartmentofJustice, he shall, in lieu of the foregoing certificate, furnish a complete signed statement of the facts of his case together with true copies of the documents supporting his statement. Any full book member may nominate any other full book member, in which event such full book member so nominated shall comply with the provisions of this Article as they are set forth herein relating to October 1996 the submission of credentials. By reason of the above self-nomination provision, the responsibility, if any, for notifying a nominee of his nomination to office shall be that of the nominator. All documents required herein must reach Headquarters no earlier than July 15th and no later than August 15th of the election year. The Secretary-Treasurer is charged with safekeeping of these letters and shall tum them over to the Credentials Committee upon the latter's request. Section 2. Credentials Committee. (a) A Credentials Committee shall be elected at the regular meeting in August of the election year at the Port where Headquarters is located. It shall consist of six (6) full book members in attendance at the meeting with two (2) members to be elected from each of the Deck, Engine and Steward departments. No officer, Assistant Vice-President, Headquarters Representative or Port Agent, or candidate for office of the job of Assistant Vice-President, Headquarters Representative or Port Agent, shall be eligible for election to this Committee except as provided for in Article X, Section 4. In the event any Committee member is unable to serve, the Committee shall suspend until the President or Executive Vice-President or the Secretary-Treasurer, in that order, calls a special meeting at the Port where Headquarters is located in order to elect a replacement. The Committee's results shall be by majority vote with any tie vote being resolved by a majority of the membership at a special meeting called for that purpose at that Port. (b) After its election, the Committee shall immediately go into session. It shall determine whether the person has submitted his application correctly and possesses the necessary qualifications. The Committee shall prepare a report listing each applicant and his book number under the office or job he is seeking. Each applicant shall be marked "qualified" or "disqualified" according to the findings of the Committee. Where an applicant has been marked "disqualified," the reasons therefore must be stated in the report. Where a tie vote has been resolved by a special meeting of the membership, that fact shall also be noted with sufficient detail. The report shall be signed by all of the Committee members and be completed and submitted to the Ports in time for the next regular meeting after their election. At this meeting, it shall be read and incorporated in the minutes and then posted on the bulletin board in each Port. On the last day of nominations, one member of the Committee shall stand by in Headquarters to accept delivery of credentials. All credentials must be in Headquarters by midnight of closing day. (c) When an applicant has been disqualified by the Committee, he shall be notified immediately by telegram at the addresses listed by him pursuant to Section 1 of this Article. He shall also be sent a letter containing their reasons for such disqualification by air mail, special delivery, registered or certified, to the mailing address designated pursuant to Section 1 (b) of this Article. A disqualified applicant shall have the right to take an appeal to the membership from the decision of the Committee. He shall forward copies of such appeal to each Port where the appeal shall be presented and voted upon at a regular meeting no later than the second meeting after the Committee's election. It is the responsibility of the applicant to insure timely delivery of his appeal. In any event, without prejudice to his written appeal, the applicant may appear in person before the Committee within two days after the day on which the telegram is sent to correct his application or argue for his qualification. The committee's report shall be prepared early enough to allow the applicant to appear before it within the time set forth in this Constitution and still reach the Ports in time for the first regular meeting after its election. (d) A majority vote of the membership shall, in the case of such appeals, be sufficient to overrule any disqualification by the Credentials Committee in which even the one so previously classified shall then be deemed qualified. (e) The Credentials Committee, in passing upon the qualifications of candidates, shall have the right to conclusively presume that anyone nominated and qualified in previous elections for candidacy for any office, or the job of Assistant VicePre si dent, Headquarters Representative or Port Agent, has met all the requirements of Section 1 (a) of Article XII Section 3. Balloting Procedures. (a) Balloting in the manner hereafter provided shall commence on November l st of the election year and shall continue through December 31st, exclusive of Sundays and (for each individual Port) holidays legally recognized in the City of which the Port affected is located. If November 1st or December 31st falls on a holiday legally recognized in a Port in the City in which that Port is located, the balloting period in such Port shall commence or terminate, as the case may be, on the next succeeding business day. Subject to the foregoing, for the purpose of full book members securing their ballots, the Ports shall be open from 9:00 a.m. to 12 noon, Monday through Saturday, excluding holidays. (b) Balloting shall be by mail. The Secretary-Treasurer shall insure the proper and timely preparation of ballots without partiality as to candidates or Ports. The ballots may contain general information and instructive comments not inconsistent with the provisions of this Constitution. All qualified candidates shall be listed thereon alphabetically within each category with book number and job seniority classification status. The listing of the Ports shall first set forth Headquarters and then shall follow a geographical pattern commencing with the most northerly Port of the Atlantic Coast, following the Atlantic Coast down to the most southerly Port on that coast, then westerly along the Gulf of Mexico and so on, until the list of Ports is exhausted. Any Port outside the Continental United States shall then be added. There shall be no write-in voting and no provisions for the same shall appear on the ballot. Each ballot shall be so prepared as to have the number thereon placed at the top thereof and shall be so perforated as to enable that potion containing the said number to be easily removed to insure secrecy of the ballot. On this removable portion shall also be placed a short statement indicating standing may vote. Each full book the nature of the ballot and the member may secure his ballot at Port offices from the Port Agent or his voting date thereof. (c) The ballots so prepared at the duly designated representative at direction of the Secretary-Treasurer such Port. Each Port Agent shall shall be the only official ballots. No designate an area at the Port office others may be used. Each ballot shall over which should be posted the be numbered as indicated in the legend "Voting Ballots Secured preceding paragraphs and shall be Here." When a full book member numbered consecutively, commenc- appears to vote, he shall present his ing with number 1. A sufficient book to the Port Agent or his amount shall be printed and dis- aforementioned duly designated tributed to each Port. A record of the representative. The Port Agent or his ballots, both by serial numbers and duly designated representative shall amount, sent thereto, shall be main- insert on the roster sheet under the tained by the Secretary-Treasurer, appropriate column the date, the who shall also send each Port Agent number of the ballot given to such a verification list indicating the member and his full book number, amount and serial numbers of the and the member shall then sign his ballots sent. The Secretary- name on such roster sheet under the Treasurer shall also send to each appropriate column. Such member Port Agent a sufficient amount of shall have his book stamped with the blank opaque envelopes containing word "Voted" and the date, and shall the word "Ballot" on the face of the be given a ballot, and simultaneousenvelope, as well as a sufficient ly the perforation on the top of the amount of opaque mailing en- ballot shall be removed at the same velopes, first class postage prepaid time the member shall be given the and printed on the face thereon as the envelope marked "Ballot" together addressee shall be the name and ad- with the pre-paid postage mailing dress of the depository for the envelope addressed to the receipt of such ballots as designated depository. The member shall take by the President in the manner such ballot and envelopes and in provided by Article X, Section 1, of secret thereafter, mark his ballot, this Constitution. In the upper left- fold the same, insert it in the blank hand corner of such mailing en- envelope marked "Ballot," seal the velope, there shall be printed same, then insert such "Ballot" enthereon, as a top line, provision for velope into the mailing envelope, the voter's signature and on another seal such mailing envelope, sign his line immediately thereunder, name on the upper left-hand comer provision for the printing of the on the first line of such mailing envoter's name and book number. In velope and on the second line in the addition, the Secretary-Treasurer upper left-hand corner print his shall also send a sufficient amount name and book number, after which of mailing envelopes identical with he shall mail or cause the same to be the mailing envelopes mentioned mailed. In the event a full book above, except that they shall be of member appears ~o vote and is not in different color, and shall contain on good standing or does not have his the face of such envelope, in bold membership book with him or it apletters, the word "Challenge." The pears for other valid reasons he is not Secretary-Treasurer shall further eligible to vote, the same procedure furnish a sufficient amount of as provided above shall apply to "Roster Sheets" which shall have him, except that on the roster sheet printed thereon, at the top thereof, under the column "Comments," the year of the election, ·and imme- notation should be made that the diately thereunder, five (5) vertical member voted a challenged ballot columns designated date, ballot and the reason for his challenge. number, signature full book Such member's membership book member's name, book number and shall be stamped "voted challenge," comments, and such roster sheets and the date, and such member inshall contain horizontal lines imme- stead of the above-mentioned maildiately under the captions of each of ing envelope, shall be given the the above five columns. The mailing envelope of a different color Secretary-Treasurer shall also send marked on the face thereof with the a sufficient amount of envelopes word "Challenge." At the end of with the printed name and address of each day, the Port Agent or his duly the depository on the face thereof, designated representative shall and in the upper left-hand corner, the enclose in the envelope addressed to name of the Port and address, and on the depository and marked "Roster the face of such envelope should be Sheets and Ballot Stubs," the roster printed the words "Roster Sheets sheet or sheets executed by the and Ballot Stubs." Each Port Agent members that day together with the shall maintain separate records of numbered perforated slips removed the ballots sent him and shall inspect from the ballots which had been and count the ballots when received given to the members, and then mail to insure that the amount sent, as the same to such depository. To insure that an adequate supply well as the number thereon, conform to the amount and numbers listed by of all balloting material is mainthe Secretary-Treasurer as having tained in all Ports at all times, the been sent to that Port. The Port Port Agent or his duly designated Agent shall immediately execute representative, simultaneously with and return to the Secretary- mailing of the roster sheets and balTreasurer a receipt acknowledging lot stubs to the depository at the end the correctness of the amount and of each day, shall also make a copy the numbers of the ballots sent, or of the roster sheet for that day and shall notify the Secretary-Treasurer mail the same to the Secretaryof any discrepancy. Discrepancies Treasurer at Headquarters. The Port . shall be corrected as soon as possible Agent shall be responsible for the prior to the voting period. In any proper safeguarding of all election event, receipts shall be forwarded material and shall not release any of for all the aforementioned election it until duly called for and shall inmaterial actually received. The sure that no one tampers with the Secretary-Treasurer shall prepare a material placed in his custody. (e) Full book members may refile in which shall be kept memoranda and correspondence dealing with quest and vote an absentee ballot the election. This file shall at all under the following circumstances: times be available to any member while such member is employed on asking for inspection of the same at a Union-contracted vessel and the office of the Secretary-Treasurer which vessel's schedule does not and shall be turned over to the Union provide for it to be at a Port in which a ballot can be secured during the Tallying Committee. (d) Balloting shall be secret. time and period provided for in SecContinued on page 14 Only full book members in good Seafarers LOG 13 �_ 4 . W t :U W: r Continued from page 13 tion 3 (a) of this article or is in an accredited hospital any time during the first ten ( l 0) days of the month of November of the election year. The member shall make a request for an absentee ballot by registered or certified mail or the equivalent mailing device at the location from which such request is made, if such be the case. Such request shall contain a designation as to the address to which such member wishes his absentee ballot returned. The request shall be postmarked no later than 12:00 p.m. on the 15th day of November of the election year, shall be directed to the Secretary- Treasurer at Headquarters and ~ust be delivered no later than the 25 of such November. The SecretaryTreasurer shall determine whether such member is eligible to vote such absentee ballot. The SecretaryTreasurer, if he determines that such member is so eligible, shall by the 30th of such November, send by registered mail, return receipt requested, to the address so designated by such member, a "Ballot," after removing the perforated numbered stub, together with the hereinbefore mentioned "Ballot" envelope, and mailing envelope addressed to the depository, except that printed on the face of such mailing envelope shall be the words "Absentee Ballot," and appropriate voting instructions shall accompany such mailing to the member. If the SecretaryTreas u rer determines that such member is ineligible to receive such absentee ballot, he shalJ neverthe1es s send such member the aforementioned ballot with accompanying material except that the mailing envelope addressed to the depository shall have printed on the face thereof the words "Challenged Absentee Ballot." The SecretaryTreasurer shalJ keep records of all of the foregoing, including the reasons for determining such member's ineligibility, which records shall be open for inspection by full book members and upon the convening of the Union Tallying Committee, presented to them. The SecretaryTreasurer shall send to all Ports the names and book numbers of the members to whom absentee ballots were sent. (t) All ballots to be counted must be received by the deJ?ository no later than the January 5 immediately subsequent to the election year and must be postmarked no later than 12 midnight December 31st of the election year. Section 4. (a) At the close of the last day of the period for securing ballots, the Port Agent in each Port, in addition to his duties set forth above, shall deliver or· mail to Headquarters by registered or certified mail, attention Union Tallying Committee, all unused ballots and shall specifically set forth by serial number and amount the unused ballots so forwarded. (b) The Union Tallying Committee shall consist of 20 full book members. Two shall be selected from each of the l 0 Ports of New York, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Mobile, New Orleans, Houston, Detroit-Algonac, San Francisco, St. Louis and Piney Point. The election shall be held at the regular meeting in December of the election year or, if the Executive Board otherwise determines prior thereto, at a special meeting held in the aforesaid Ports on the first business day of the last week of said month. No officer, Assistant Vice-President, Headquarters Representative, Port Agent, 14 Seafarers LOG or candidate for office, or the job of Assistant Vice-President, Headquarters Representative, or Port Agent shall be eligible for election to this Committee except as provided for in Anicle X, Section 4. In addition to its duties herein set forth. the Union Tallying Committee shall be charged with the tallying of all the ballots and the preparation of a closing report setting forth, in complete detail, the results of the election, including a complete accounting of all ballots and stubs. and reconciliation of the same with the rosters and receipts of the Port Agents, all with detailed reference to serial numbers and amounts and with each total broken down into Port totals. The Union Tallying Committee shall have access to all election records and files for their inspection, examination and verification. The report shall clearly detail all discrepancies discovered and shall contain recommendations for the treatment of these discrepancies. All members of the Committee shall sign the report, without prejudice, however, to the right of any member thereof to submit a dissenting report as to the accuracy of the count and the validity of the ballots, with pertinent details. In connection with the tally of ballots, there shall be no counting of ballots until all mailing envelopes containing valid ballots have first been opened, the ballot envelopes removed intact and then all of such ballot envelopes mixed together, after which such ballot envelopes shall be opened and counted in such multiples as the Committee may deem expedient and manageable. The Committee shall resolve all issues on challenged ballots and then tally those found valid utilizing the same procedure as provided in the preceding sentence either jointly or separately. (c) The members of the Union Tallying Committee shall, after their election, proceed to the Port in which Headquarters is located, to arrive at that Port no later than January 5th of the year immediately after the election year. Each member of the Committee not elected from the Port in which Headquarters is located shall be reimbursed for transportation, meals and lodging expenses occasioned by their traveling to and returning from that Port. Committee members elected from the Port in which Headquarters is located shall be similarly reimbursed, except for transportation. All members of the Committee shall also be paid at the prevailing standby rate of pay from the day subsequent to their election to the day they return, in normal course, to the Port from which they were elected. The Union Tallying Committee shall elect a chairman from among themselves and, subject to the express terms of this Constitution, adopt its own procedures. All decisions of such Committee and the contents of their report shall be valid if made by a majority vote, provided there be a quorum in attendance, which quorum is hereby fixed at ten (10). The Committee, but not less than a quorum thereof, shall have the sole right and duty to obtuin all mailed ballots and the other mailed election material from the depository and to insure their safe custody during the course of the Committee's proceedings. The proceedings of the Committee, except for their organizational meeting and their actual preparation of the closing report and dissents therefrom, if any, shall be open to any member provided he observes decorum. Any candidate may act as an observer and/or designate another member to act as his observer at the counting of the ballots. In no event shall issuance of the above referred to closing report of the Committee be delayed beyond January 31st immediately subsequent to the close of the election year. In the discharge of its duties, the Committee may call upon and utilize the services of clerical employees of the Union. The Committee shall be discharged upon the completion of the issuance and dispatch of its report as required in this Anicle. In the event a recheck and recount is ordered pursuant to this Article, the Committee shall be reconstituted, except that if any member thereof is not available, a substitute therefor shall be elected from the appropriate Port at a special meeting held for that purpose as soon as possible. (d) The report of the Committee shall be made up in sufficient copies to comply with the following requirements: two copies shall be mailed by the Committee to each Port Agent and the SecretaryTreasurer no later than January 31st immediately subsequent to the close of the election year. As soon as these copies are received, each Port Agent shall post one copy of the report on the bulletin board in a conspicuous manner and notify the SecretaryTreasurer, in writing, as to the date of such posting. This copy shall be kept posted until after the Election Report Meeting which shall be the March regular membership meeting immediately following the close of the election year. At the Election Report Meeting, the other copy of the report shall be read verbatim. (e) Any full book member claiming a violation of the election and balloting procedure or the conduct of the same, shall within 72 hours of the occurrence of the claimed violation notify the Secretary-Treasurer at Headquarters, in writing by certified mail, of the same, setting forth his name, book number and the details so that appropriate corrective action, if warranted, may be taken. The SecretaryT re as u rer shall expeditiously investigate the facts concerning the claimed violation, take such action as may be necessary, if any, and make a report and recommendation, if necessary, a copy of which shall be sent to the member and the original shall be filed for the Union Tallying Committee for their appropriate action, report and recommendation, if any. The foregoing shall not be applicable to matters involving the Credentials Committee's action or report, the provisions of Anicle XIII, Sections 1 and 2 being the pertinent provisions applicable to such matters. All protests as to any and all aspects of the election and balloting procedures or the conduct of the same not passed upon by the Union Tallying Committee in its report, excluding therefrom matters involving the Credentials Committee's action or report as provided in the last sentence of the immediately preceding paragraph, but including the procedure and report of the Union Tallying Committee, shall be filed in writing by certified mail with the Secretary-Treasurer at Headquarters to be received no later than the February 25th immediately subsequent to the close of the election year. It shall be the responsibility of the member to insure that his written protest is received by the SecretaryTre as u re r no later than such February 25th. The Secretary- VOTING Procedures are well established for voting, as is seen in the last election when AB/Watchman Jeff Davis cast his ballot at the hall in Algonac. Treasurer shall forward copies of such written protest to all Ports in sufficient time to be read at the Election Report Meeting. The written protest shall contain the full book member's name, book number, and all details constituting the protest. (t) At the Election Report Meeting, the report and recommendation of the Union Tallying Committee, including but not limited to discrepancies, protests passed upon by them, as well as protests filed with the Secretary-Treasurer as provided for in Section (e) immediately above shall be acted upon by the meeting. A majority vote of the membership shall decide what action, if any, in accordance with the Constitution, shall be taken thereon, which action, however, shall not include the ordering of a special vote, unless reported discrepancies or protested procedure or conduct found to have occurred and to be violative of the Constitution affected the results of the vote for any office or job, in which event the special vote shall be restricted to such office, offices and/or job or jobs, as the case may be. A majority of the membership at the Election Report Meetings may order a recheck and recount when a dissent to the closing report has been issued by three (3) or more members of the Union Tallying Committee. Except for the contingencies provided for in this Section 4 (t), the closing report shall be accepted as final. There shall be no further protest or appeal from the action of the majority of the membership at the Election Report Meetings. (g) Any special vote ordered pursuant to Section 4 (t) shall be commenced within ninety (90) days after the first day of the month immediately subsequent to the Election Report Meetings mentioned above. The depository shall be the same as designated for the election from which the special vote is ordered. And the procedures shall be the same as provided for in Section 3, except where specific dates are provided for, the days shall be the dates applicable which provide for the identical time and days originally provided for in Section 3. The Election Report Meeting for the aforesaid special vote shall be that meeting immediately subsequent to the report of the Union Tallying Committee separated by one calendar month. Section 5. Elected Officers and Jobholders. A candidate unopposed for any office or job shall be deemed elected to such office or job notwithstanding that his name may appear on the ballot. The Union Tallying Committee shall not be required to tally completely the results of the voting for such unopposed candidate but shall certify in their report that such unopposed candidate has been elected to such office or job. The Election Report Meeting shall accept the above certification of the Union Tallying Committee without change. Section 6. Installation into Office and the Job of Assistant VicePresident, Headquarters Representative or Port Agent. (a) The person elected shall be that person having the largest number of votes cast for the particular office or job involved. Where more than one person is to be elected for a particular office or job, the proper number of candidates receiving the successively highest number of votes shall be declared elected. These determinations shall be made only from the results deemed final and accepted as provided in this Article. It shall be the duty of the President to notify each individual elected. (b) The duly elected officers and other job holders shall take over their respective offices and jobs and assume the duties thereof at midnight of the night of the Election Report Meeting, or the next regular meeting, depending upon which meeting the results as to each of the foregoing are deemed final and accepted, as provided in this Article. The term of their predecessors shall continue up to, and expire at that time, notwithstanding anything to the contrary contained in Article XI, Section 1. This shall not apply where the successful candidate cannot assume his office because he is at sea. In such event, a majority vote of the membership may grant additional time for the assumption of the office or job. In the event of the failure of the newly-elected President to assume office, the provisions of Article X, Section 12 shall apply until the expiration of the term. All other cases of failure to assume office shall be dealt with as decided by a majority vote of the membership. Section 7. The Secretary-Treasurer is specifically charged with the preservation and retention of all election records, including the ballots, as required by law, and is directed and authorized to issue such other and further directives as to the election procedures as are required by law, which directives shall be part of the election procedures of this Union. October 1996 �Dispatchers' Report for Deep Sea AUGUST 16, 1996 - SEPTEMBER 15, 1996 *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Cl:m A Class B Class C Port New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans 26 19 4 7 5 12 6 8 5 21 8 0 3 0 Jacksonville 32 San Francisco 21 4 0 12 4 20 7 4 1 :·::.;Wilmington 15 9 11 Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu 28 21 8 11 4 12 Houston 20 2 21 2 1 3 0 3 0 0 1 163 30 St Louis Piney Point Algonac Totals 1 212 0 2 I TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups CI~ A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT 14 1 22 2 5 1 6 6 0 4 10 9 10 5 0 21 12 0 13 31 4 14 10 0 14 5 3 26 19 0 2 3 9 7 9 1 21 21 8 1 0 0 0 1 195 1 0 131 Trip Reliefs **REGISTERED ON BEACH AU Groups Class A Class B Class C November & December 1996 Membership Meetings Deep Sea, Lakes, Inland Waters Piney Point • • • • Monday: November 4, December 2 New York • • • • • Tuesday: November 5, December 3 3 64 5 7 11 0 1 3 8 18 14 28 48 8 4 8 40 25 59 7 5 6 0 15 0 1 1 26 0 84 28 9 39 1 1 1 383 40 7 7 0 Philadelphia • • • • Wednesday: November 6, December 4 Baltimore • • • . • Thursday: November 7, December 5 9 1 16 16 6 1 Norfolk • . . • • . • Thursday: November 7, December 5 24 4 8 Jacksonville . . . . Thursday: November 7, December 5 2 7 1 4 Algonac . . • • . . Friday: November 8, December 6 24 25 26 33 6 22 32 2 5 1 288 3 4 0 0 0 48 Houston . . . . . . Tuesday: November 12*; Monday: December 9 *Change created by Veterans Day New Orleans • • . . Tuesday: November 12, December 10 Mobile ••••••• Wednesday: November 13, December 11 San Francisco . . . Thursday: November 14, December 12 Wilmington . . . . Monday: November 18, December 16 Port New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans ENGINE DEPARTMENT 20 14 3 2 4 5 10 10 4 6 2 3 5 0 2 7 6 12 7 8 19 11 12 4 8 9 3 6 12 7 1 11 19 San Francisco 5 Wilmington 9 Seattle 15 Puerto Rico 4 Honolulu 4 Houston 11 St. Louis 2 Piney Point 2 Algonac 0 Totals 117 14 2 0 2 0 Jacksonville 15 1 0 2 0 4 11 1 9 9 1 6 2 114 2 1 13 2 1 1 1 2 0 0 0 18 2 14 88 Port 1 0 5 13 0 5 2 119 0 1 0 2 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 3 1 0 Seattle • . • • • . . Friday: November 22, December 20 3 3 1 1 0 39 3 2 17 23 17 3 17 2 19 2 2 6 8 5 9 12 4 8 8 1 San Juan • • • • . • Thursday: November 7, December 5 0 5 St. Louis . . . . . . Friday: November 15, December 13 1 Honolulu • • • • • • Friday: November 15, December 13 14 22 1 Jersey City . . . . . Wednesday: November 20, December 18 7 7 14 26 11 3 0 New Bedford ••• Tuesday: November 19, December 17 1 0 9 9 7 21 1 0 0 1 0 9 46 12 2 7 2 4 Each port's meeting starts at 10:30 a.m. 0 13 l 8 0 3 0 0 0 Personal 211 147 27 4 STEWARD DEPARTMENT New York 15 Philadelphia 0 Baltimore 1 Norfolk 5 Mobile 4 New Orleans 6 Jacksonville 11 San Francisco 20 Wilmington 11 Seattle 19 Puerto Rico 4 Honolulu 9 Houston 8 St Louis 0 Piney Point 4 Algonac 0 Totals 117 7 5 1 11 6 10 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 17 4 2 5 4 4 0 0 14 3 3 8 1 3 3 7 8 1 7 14 6 4 1 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 9 93 52 9 43 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 6 2 0 1 0 73 0 0 0 1 5 Port 6 10 1 3 2 1 2 3 5 2 5 4 9 1 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 6 0 1 1 3 31 0 3 8 12 13 1 3 15 2 15 0 0 0 3 2 42 8 12 4 23 7 5 1 46 0 8 4 9 12 0 6 1 3 2 0 3 0 5 0 3 0 0 1 257 116 22 20 0 39 1 17 5 7 4 6 13 24 6 19 20 ENTRY DEPARTMENT New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans 10 0 1 2 2 21 0 10 1 6 14 Jacksonville 4 7 3 3 4 11 4 17 San Francisco 11 Wilmington 3 Seattle 12 Puerto Rico 4 Honolulu 8 Houston 1 St. Louis 0 Piney Point 1 Algonac 0 Totals 65 21 Totals All Departments 511 12 18 1 39 16 0 2 3 3 9 2 7 1 0 0 1 1 17 2 0 2 6 1 1 6 3 1 0 3 3 0 0 0 1 59 1 0 13 2 4 5 1 15 6 11 2 4 5 3 11 3 30 10 2 6 4 2 1 8 7 24 21 27 33 24 24 22 10 17 25 38 5 55 2 10 23 6 6 4 6 12 111 0 340 186 962 891 283 5 8 0 2 I 1 0 2 0 0 0 192 110 31 0 131 79 0 0 0 0 0 0 542 159 407 433 123 173 3 0 1 0 24 2 16 * "Total Registered" means the number of Seafarers who actually registered for shipping at the port. **"Registered on Beach" means the total number of Seafarers registered at the port. October 1996 4 0 62 0 Duluth • • • • • . • Wednesday: November 13, December 11 12 66 5 1 2 0 BOB CARROLL IV Vicki Johnson Walker would like to hearfrom you. You may write her at 6838 Apona Court, Diamondhead, MS 39525; or call (601) 255-5163. CHAU LUONG Please contact your brother, Gia Luong, at 1417 S. Claremont Street, San Mateo, CA 94402. MICHAEL ANTHONY JOHNSON Please call your sister, J.J. Johnson, at (334) 434-0355 or 434-0313. It is very important. FRANCISCO TRIAGO Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Francisco Triago is asked to call Carolyn Thompson at (423) 577-7640. Notices PUERTO RICO CHANGES AREA CODE The area code for all of Puerto Rico ha.s changed to 787. Except for the area code, the telephone numberfor the SIU hall in Santurce remains the same. It is now (787) 721-4033. PHILADELPHIA CHAPTER OF AMERICAN MERCHANT MARINE VETERANS SEEKS NEW MEMBERS The High Seas Mariners Chapter ofthe Philadelphia area's American Merchant Marine Veterans hopes to become a very active group-with luncheon meetings, field trips, social events and other gatherings. It is open to all WWII merchant mariners, members ofPublic Health Services who treated U.S. seamen, all members (active or inactive) of U.S. maritime service, including academy cadets, all Navy armed guards having served on merchant marine vessels, all members ofany U.S. armed services with a DD-214, widows of veterans with a DD-214 and any present-day seaman. Anyone interested in signing on should call John J. Corbett at (215) 659-9297. ELECTION DAY is November 5, 1996. Remember to VOTE I Seafarers LOG 15 �Dispatchers' Report for Great Lakes Seafarers International Union Directory AUGUST 16 - SEPTEMBER 15, 1996 CL-Company/Lakes L-Lakes NP-Non Priority Michael Sacco President John Fay Secretary-Treasurer Joseph Sacco Executive Vice President Augustin Tellez Vice President Contracts George McCartney Vice President West Coast Roy A. "Buck'J Mercer Vice President Government Services Jack.Caffey Vice President Atlantic Coast Byron Kelley *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP Port Algonac Port Algonac Port Algonac Port Algonac 0 36 16 0 16 5 0 4 8 0 28 36 TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class CL Cl~ L Class NP DECK DEPARTMENT 0 20 7 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 0 1 10 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 0 3 1 ENTRY DEPARTMENT 17 0 9 **REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP 0 16 9 0 6 11 0 1 7 0 17 20 0 40 47 Vice President Lakes and Inland Waters DeanCorgey Vice President Gulf Coast HEADQUARTERS 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 (301) 899-0675 ALGONAC Totals All Departments 0 84 65 0 50 18 * "Total Registered" means the number of Seafarers who actually registered for shipping at the port. ** "Registered on Beach" means the total number of Seafarers registered at the port. Dispatchers' Report for Inland Waters 520 St. Clair Rivet Dr. Algonac, MI 48001 (810) 794-4988 AUGUST 16 - SEPTEMBER 15, 1996 *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C BALTIMORE 1216 E. Baltimore St. Baltimore, MD 21202 (410) 327-4900 DULUTH 705 Medical Arts Building Duluth, MN 55802 (218) 722-4110 HONOLULU 606 Kalihi St. Honolulu, HI 96819 (808) 845-5222 HOUSTON 1221 Pierce St. Houston, TX 77002 (713) 659-5152 JACKSONVILLE 3315 Liberty St Jacksonville, FL 32206 (904) 353-0987 JERSEY CITY 99 Montgomery St. Jersey City, NJ 07302 (20)) 435-9424 MOBILE 1640 Dauphin Island Pkwy. Mobile, AL 36605 (334) 478-0916 NEW BEDFORD 48 Union St. New Bedford, MA 02740 (508) 997-5404 NEW ORLEANS 630 Jackson Ave. New Orleans, LA 70130 (504) 529-7546 NEW YORK 635 Fourth Ave. Brooklyn, NY 11232 (718) 499-6600 NORFOLK l l5Third St. Norfolk, VA 23510 (804) 622-1892 PHILADELPHIA 2604 S.4St. Philadelphia, PA 19148 (215) 336-3818 PINEY POINT P.O. Box 75 Piney Point, MD 20674 (301) 994-0010 PORT EVERGLADES 1221 S. Andrews Ave. Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33316 (954) 522-7984 SAN FRANCISCO 350 Fremont St. San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 543-5855 Government Services Division (415) 861-3400 SANTURCE 1057 Fernandez Juncos Ave., Stop 161;2 Santurce, PR 00907 (787) 721-4033 SEATILE 2505 First Ave. Seattle, WA 98121 (206) 441-1960 ST.LOUIS 4581 Gravois Ave. St. Louis, MO 63l16 (314) 752-6500 WILMINGTON 510 N. Broad Ave. Wilmington, CA 90744 (310) 549-4000 16 Seafarers LOG Region Atlantic Coast Gulf Coast Lakes & Inland Waters West Coast Totals Region Atlantic Coast Gulf Coast Lakes & Inland Waters West Coast Totals Region Atlantic Coast Gulf Coast Lakes & Inland Waters West Coast Totals 5 2 0 6 41 0 1 1 0 5 0 2 49 7 7 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 11 0 12 1 TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A ClassB Class C DECK DEPARTMENT 2 0 0 1 2 0 18 0 0 13 1 0 34 0 3 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 6 0 1 0 0 7 0 0 **REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C 15 4 36 0 2 9 0 2 0 21 0 18 SS 13 39 3 0 0 1 0 0 0 5 0 2 17 1 8 0 0 0 14 1 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 2 0 6 1 1 0 6 0 11 4 0 1 9 1 17 45 4 81 Totals All Departments 8 10 0 69 *"Total Registered" means the number of Seafarers who actually registered for shipping at the port. **"Registered on Beach" means the total number of Seafarers registered at the port. 15 64 1 0 7 0 0 0 0 8 1 1 0 2 0 0 2 0 0 4 Holiday Issue of LOG to Feature Personal Greetings As has been done in past years, this HOLIDAY MESSAGE December's edition of the Seafarers LOG will include holiday greetings from active (PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE) and retired Seafarers and their families to other members of the seafaring community and their families. To ensure that your holiday message is published, please follow the instructions Sender's Telephone Number: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ below: • PRINT or TYPE (in 25 words or less) the message in the space provided at Message=------------------------~ right. Photographs also are welcome. • Be sure your greeting is in the holiday spirit. • Do not send more than three entries per person. • Be sure to include your name as well as the name of the person to whom you are sending the greeting. (Your name is necessary since the notices are listed alphabetically by the sender's last name.) • The holiday greetings must be received no later than Friday, November 15, 1996. • Send your entries to the Seafarers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. You also may FAX copies directly to the LOG at (301) 702-4407. Additionally, forms may be filled out Check the block which describes your status with the SIU: in any union hall and turned in to the D Family Member of Active Seafarer D Active Seafarer official at the counter-or may be given to the boarding patrolman during a D Family Member of Retired Seafarer D Retired Seafarer vessel's payoff. The holiday greetings section of the Send your greeting to the Seafarers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. December LOG is a popular feature, so be The greeting should be received at the LOG office by Friday, November 15, 1996. sure to get your message in on time. 10/96 October 1996 �Welcome Ashore Each month, the Seafarers LOG pays tribute to the SIU members who have devoted their working lives to sailing aboard U.S.-flag vessels on the deep seas, inland watenvays or Great Lakes. Listed below are brief biographical sketches of those members who recently retired from the union. The brothers and sisters of the SIU thank those members for a job well done and wish them happiness and good health in the days ahead. E Jessie ight Seafarers are joining the SIU pension rolls this month. D. Foster, 65, is one of five retiring members who sailed on the deep seas. Another two worked on the inland waterways. while the eighth member shipped aboard Great Lakes vessels. In 1980, Foster graduated from the bosun recertification program at the Lundeberg School. This course offers the highest level of training for deck department members at the Piney Point, Md. training facility. The oldest retiring member this month is Chief Steward Albert L. Westbrook. He is 70. Of those signing off their ships for the last time, three each sailed in the deck and steward departments; two were members of the engine depaitment. On this page, the Seafare rs LOG presents brief biographical accounts of this months' s pensioners. DEEP SEA JESSIE D. FOSTER, 65, joined the Seafarers in 1966 in the port of Houston. Brother Foster's first ship was the Achilles, operated by Newport Tankers. The Texas native sailed in the deck depart""""-"'--"""'"' mentand upgraded at the Lundeberg School in Piney Point, Md., where he graduated from the bosun recertification course in 1980. From 1951to1954, he served in the U.S. Navy. Brother Foster has retired to LaMarque, Texas. YOUNIS A. KAHN,52, became a member of the SIU in 1972 in the port of New York. A native of Arabia, he first shipped on the Mankato Victory, operated by Victory Carriers, Inc. Starting out in the steward department, he later transferred to the engine department and upgraded at the union's training facility in Piney Point, Md. Brother Kahn makes his home in Brooklyn, N.Y. .-----:-===---, GILBERT C. SCHUSTER, 67, first sailed with the Seafarers in 1959 from the ,. port of Hous.· '\.. ton aboard the =---=-==:,,,,-'_;:I .= Penn Voyager, operated by Penn Shipping Co. The Iowa native sailed as a member of the engine department. From 1946 to 1947, he served in the U.S. Navy. Brother Schuster resides in Madison, Wis. ALBERTL. WESTBROOK, 70, began sailing with the SIU in 1966 from the port of San Francisco. His first ship was the Los Angeles, operated by Sea-Land Service. Brother Westbrook sailed in the steward department and upgraded at the Lundeberg School, last working as a chief cook. During World War II, he served in the U.S. Navy from 1943 to 1946. Brother Westbrook lives in San Francisco. KALELBK. YAFAl,62. started his career with the Seafarers in 1967 in the port of San Francisco aboard the Transoneida, operated by Hudson Waterways. Brother Yafai sailed in the steward department and upgraded at the Lundeberg School. Born in Arabia, Brother Yafai makes his home in San Francisco. INLAND WILLIAM C. GUERRIN, 65, joined the Seafarers in 1976 in the port of Jacksonville, Fla. The deck department member upgraded at the Lundeberg School and completed the towboat scholarship program there in 1978. Boatman Guerrin last sailed as a captain. From 1949 to 1954, he served in the U.S. Navy. Born in Massachusetts, he has retired to Fernandina Beach, Fla. RICHARD A. SOUZA, 64, began his career with the SIU in 1974 in the port of Philadelphia after serving 22 years in the U.S. Coast Guard. He first sailed aboard the tug Venturer, operated by Interstate Oil Transport, ~s a member of the deck department. Born in Massachusetts, Boatman Souza resides in West Buxton, Maine. GREAT LAKES ALIB. HUBABI,65, joined the SIU in 1964 in the port of Duluth, Minn. Brother Hubabi sailed in both the steward and engine departments. He last sailed in 1985 aboard the M. McCurdy, operated by Kinsman Lines. Born in Yemen, Brother Hubabi has retired to Buffalo, N.Y. At Work Aboard Crowley's Ambassador When the Ambassador pulled into Port Everglades, Fla. last month, there was much work for the crewmembers of the roll-on/roll-off vessel to take care of. Above, ABs Alan Less (left), Philip Reynolds (center) and Robert DesMartau lay out chains on the car deck. .. AB Robert Lindsay helps keep the Ambassador shipshape by stacking trailer supports on deck. Mealtime aboard the Ambassador means GSU Fidel Thomas (left) gets the silverware set up while Chief Cook Leonard Skipper stands ready to take crewmembers' orders. October 1996 Installing repaired cargo fans aboard the roll-on/roll-off vessel are, from left, DEU Levi Rollins, QMED George Habinger and QMED J.R. Cirafisi. SeafaretS LOG 11 �Final Departures DEEP SEA CARLA.BALL ~-----~Pensioner Carl A. Ball, 77, passed away recently. Brother Ball joined the Seafarers in 1968 in the port of San Francisco. The California native sailed in the engine department and began receiving his pension in March 1985. TRAVIS H. BREWER Pensioner Travis H. Brewer, 72, died July 18. Born in Texas, he started his career with the SIU in 1966 in the port of =~~= Houston. Brother Brewer sailed as a member of the engine department. The World War II veteran served in the U.S. Navy from 1941to1945. He retired in March 1989. ..... MARLAND CANN Pensioner Mahland Cann, 76, passed away August 4. A native of New York, he first sailed with the Seafarers in 1947 from the ===:.____.-;,.____ , port of New York. Brother Cann worked in both the deck and steward departments and attended an educational conference at the Lundeberg School in Piney Point, Md. A veteran of World War II, he served in the U.S. Army from 1940 to 1945. Brother Cann began receiving his pension in March 1986. GEORGE CHANG Pensioner George Chang, 81, died July 19. He began sailing with the SIU in 1948 from the port of New York. Born in China, ~='---'==i the steward department member last sailed as a chief cook. Brother Chang retired in November 1980. FRANK J. CONFORTO Frank J. Conforto, 79, passed away July 27. Brother Conforto started his career with the Seafarers in 1952 in the port of New York. The Louisiana native sailed in the steward department and attended an educational conference at the Lundeberg School. Brother Conforto last sailed in 1984 aboard the Star of Texas, operated by Titan Navigation. He served in the U.S. Army during WWII-from 1943 to 1945. FRED CREWS Fred Crews, 71, died August 5. Born in North Carolina, he first sailed with the SIU in 1948 from the port of Bal- 18 Seafarers LOG timore. Brother Crews last sailed as a chief cook aboard an American President Lines vessel in 1991. A World War Il veteran, he served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1943 to 1946. RA YMENT GAMMAGE HERSHEL L. MYERS SUEYG. YEE Pensioner Rayment Gammage, 74, passed away July 30. He joined the MC&S in the 1950s, before that union merged with the SIU's AGLIWD. Born in Ohio, Brother Gammage retired in May 1976. Pensioner Hershel L. Myers, 75, died July 23. Born in Indiana, he joined the Seafarers in 1967 in the port of Wilmington, Calif. He first sailed aboard the Fairport, operated by Waterman Steamship Co. Brother Myers last sailed as a bosun and retired in September 1986. A veteran of World War II, he served in the U.S. Navy from 1941to1946. Pensioner Suey G. Yee, 92, died July 12. He joined the MC&S in 1957, before that union merged with the SIU's AGLIWD. Brother Yee retired in July 1973. Pensioner Raymond F. Gregorek, 68, passed away June 17. A native of Maryland, he joined the Seafarers in 1956 in the port of Baltimore. Boatman Gregorek sailed in the deck department and began receiving his pension in September 1989. CALIXTO NUNEZ LEE B. MCGOVERN Pensioner Calixto Nunez, 92, passed away February 11. He joined the MC&S in 1936 in the port of San Francisco, before that union merged with the SIU's AGLIWD. Brother Nunez began receiving his pension in July 1967. LeeB. McGovern, 38, died August 14. He graduated from · the Lundeberg School's entry level program for seamen in 1976 and ==...;:;;:..._....i joined the SIU in the port of Piney Point, Md. Born in Ohio, Boatman McGovern sailed as a member of the deck department. CHARLES D' AMICO Pensioner Charles D' Amico, 67, passed • "'~~.~':.1llhil•I away July 31. Born in Connecticut, he started sailing with the Seafarers in L---'lml~L"'l-~ 1947 from the port of New York. Brother D' Amico sailed in the deck department and completed the bosun recertification course at the Lundeberg School in 1974. He began receiving his pension in September 1991. DAVIDE. DA VIS - - - - - - - - - - . David E. Davis, 75, died June 2. Anative of Kansas, he first sailed with the SIU in 1952 from the port of Seattle. Brother Davis last sailed in 1983 as a member of the engine department aboard the Santa Mercedes, operated by Delta Steamship Lines. MANUEL FIGUEROA Pensioner Manuel Figueroa, 85, passed away July 8. Brother Figueroa joined the Marine Cooks & Stewards (MC&S) in 1945, before that union merged with the SIU' s Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District (AGLIWD). Born in Puerto Rico, he lived in Palm Bay, Fla. and retired in November 1974. ORLANDOL.GUERRERO Pensioner Orlando L. Guerrero, 77, died July 23. Brother Guerrero joined the SIU in 1949 in the port of New York. He sailed in the engine department and upgraded to electrician at the union's training facility in Piney Point, Md. During World War II, he served as a translator for the U.S. Anny from 19421946. Born in Costa Rica, Brother Guerrero began receiving his pension in November 1983. JESSE HART Jesse Hart, 34, passed away June 17. He began sailing with the SIU in 1993 from the port of Norfolk, Va. Brother Hart last sailed in December 1994 as a chief cook aboard the USNS Capable, operated by U.S. Marine Management, Inc. The Virginia native served in the U.S. Marine Corps and was honorably discharged in March 1988. LEEHINKWAI Pensioner Lee Hin Kwai, 71, died recently. Brother K wai joined the MC&S in 1948, before that union merged with the SIU's AGLIWD. He began receiving his pension in February 1978. WILBERT FRUGE ~=,-----...., Pensioner Wilbert Fruge, 68, died August 2. Born in Louisiana, he began sailing with the Seafarers in 1956 from the port of New Orleans. Brother Fruge sailed in the steward department. From 1945 to 1947, he served in the U.S. Navy. He began receiving his pension in April 1990. EDWARD LEVY Pensioner Edward Levy, 69, passed away July 30. Born in Pennsylvania, he started his career with the Seafarers in 1945 in the '-----------' port of New Orleans. Brother Levy sailed as a member of the steward department and retired in October 1986. .-----:==:::-:--c----, JOSEPH C. GARCIA ROBERT C. MILLER Pensioner Joseph C. Garcia, 91, died July 28. A native of Puerto Rico, he was a charter member of the SIU, joining the union in 1939inthe port of New York. Brother Garcia sailed as a member of the deck department. He began receiving his pension in March 1975. Pensioner RobertC. Miller, 64, died August 7. A native of Pennsylvania, he began sailing with the Seafarers in 1963 from the port of Houston. Brother Miller sailed in the engine department and upgraded at the Lundeberg School. He retired in September 1993. NORMAND. GILLIKIN JAMES D. MOORE Pensioner Norman D . Gillikin, 68, passed away August4. Born in Florida, he first sailed with the SIU in 1952 _ _.........~...............__----' from the port of New Orleans. Brother Gillikin worked in the deck department and retired in June 1989. From 1946 to 1947, he served in the U.S. Army. Pensioner James D. Moore, 74, passed away ' August 2. Brother Moore joined the SIU in 1944 in his native New ......____..,~_,___,,,.__, York. He sailed in the deck department and upgraded at the Lundeberg School. Brother Moore began receiving his pension in August 1984. ~-----~ ==== THOMAS G. RYAN Pensioner ThomasG. Ryan, 74, died August 11. A native of Maryland, he began sailing with the Seafarers in 1951 from the port of Baltimore. Brother Ryan sailed in both the deck and engine departments. He served in the U.S. Anny during World War II. Brother Ryan retired in 1987. JACK G. SERRANO Pensioner Jack G. Serrano, 88, passed away July 4. Brother Serrano began sailing with the MC&S in 1946, before that union merged with the SIU' s AGLIWD. He began receiving his pension in July 1973. ILIAS E. STAMA TAKOS Ilias E. Stamatakos, 50, died June 10. Born in Greece, he first sailed with the Seafarers in 1991 from the port of Norfolk, Va. Brother Stamatakos sailed in the engine department, primarily on vessels operated by Sea-Land Services, Inc. INLAND RAYMOND F. GREGOREK JANE. SONNIE Jan E. Sonnie, 45, passed away June 30. Born in Maine, she began sailing with the Seafarers in 1991 from the port of Algonac, Mich. Sister Sonnie was a resident of Harbor Beach, Mich. and sailed in the steward department. LINDSEY W. WEST Pensioner Lindsey W. West, 67, died August 8. Boatman West started his career with the SIU in 1965 in the port of Norfolk, Va. The North Carolina native sailed in the deck department and attended two educational conferences at the Lundeberg School. From 1948 to 1951, he served in the U.S. Navy. Boatman West retired in April 1991. ATLANTIC FISHERMEN GLEN E. VINSON DOMENIC MONTAGNINO Pensioner Glen E. Vinson, 66, passed away August 12. A native of New Jersey, he joined the SIU in 1947 in the port of New L..l___:~~!!::£...~.__j York. Brother Vinson sailed in the deck department. From 1951to1953, he served in the U.S. Army. He began receiving his pension in June 1985. Pensioner Domenic Montagnino, 82, passed away August 4. A native of Boston, he joined the Atlantic Fishermen's Union in 1965 in the port of Gloucester, Mass., before it merged with the AGLIWD. Brother Montagnino last sailed as a captain. He began receiving his pension in December 1980. EL VIS 0. WARREN Pensioner Elvis 0 . Warren, 77, died August 3. He started his career with the SIU in 1952 in the port of New York. The Texas native sailed in the deck department. He served in the U.S. Anny during World War II. Brother Warren retired in February 1992. HAROLD 0. WIDTMAN Pensioner Harold 0. Whitman, 79, passed away July 22. Brother Whitman began sailing with the SIU in 1956 from the port of Seattle. The Pennsylvania native sailed in the deck department and upgraded at the Lundeberg School. A veteran of World War 11, he served in the U.S. Air Force from 1942 to 1945. Brother Whitman began receiving his pension in July 1989. RAILROAD MARINE STEPHEN J. ANDROS fiiiiiiiip;;;;;=-~;;;;;;;;;;~ Pensioner Stephen J. Andros, 92, died June 28. A native of New Jersey, he joined the Seafarers in 1960 in the =---==.:. ._-----__J port of New York. Brother Andros sailed in the deck department and worked primarily for the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad. He began receiving his pension in November 1968. FRANKE CHORLEY Pensioner Franke Chorley, 68, died August 11. Brother Chorley started his career with the SIU in 1953 in the port of Frankfort, Mich. The Michigan native sailed in the engine department and worked primarily for Ann Arbor Railroad. From 1946 to 1947, he served in the U.S. Army. Brother Chorley retired in May 1991. October 1996 �Digest of Shipboard Union Meetings The Seafarers LOG attempts to print as many digests of union shipboard minutes as possible. On occasion, because of space limitations, some will be omitted. Ships minutes first are reviewed by the union's contract department. Those issues requiring attention or resolution are addressed by the union upon receipt of the ships minutes. The minutes are then forwarded to the Seafarers LOG for publication. AMERICAN CORMORANT (Osprey-Acomarit), July 28--Chairman Vernon Huelett, Secretary Dar· ryl Goggins, Deck Delegate Syed Aslam Mehdi, Engine Delegate Jason Furtah, Steward Delegate Robert Wright. Educational director advised members of importance of upgrading at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked contracts department if new money purchase plan is included in new contract for American Connorant. Crewmembers extended vote of thanks to Chief Steward Goggins, Chief Cook Wright and SA A. Bermudez for job well done. Next ports: Diego Garcia and Singapore. CHAMPION (Kirby Tankships ), July 28-Chairman Gabriel Bonefont Jr., Secretary Catherine Scott, Educational Director James McDaniel, Deck Delegate Donald Clotter, Engine Delegate Oscar Garcia, Steward Delegate Jose Santiago. Chairman asked crewmembers to limit ice use to one bucket per meal until new ice machine is received. Bosun reported payoff in Long Beach, Calif. on July 31. He urged members to take advantage of educational opportunities available at Piney Point and donate to SPAD. Educational director reminded crew to at end tanker operation/safety course at Paul Hall Center and obtain STCW identification certificate from U.S. Coast Guard. Treasurer told crew $10 remains in ship's fund following purchase of five new movies. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crewmembers extended thoughts and prayers to friends and family of AB Jim Heatherly, who passed away July 12. Bosun Bonefont noted Heatherly will be missed by entire crew. CHARLES L. BROWN (Transoceanic Cable), July 25-Chairman Francisco Sousa, Secretary Melvin Hite, Educational Director Joseph Stores, Deck Delegate Russell Kleinsmith, Engine Delegate Daniel Hopkins, Steward Delegate German Solar-Nunez. Chairman noted washing machine parts were ordered but have not arrived. Crew continued to request new washing machine. Crew noted current machine is running 24-hours-a-day and there is always a long wait for use. Bosun asked crew not to remove others' clothes from washing machine. Chairman announced payoff on August 1 and reminded crew new BBQ on the Hammer With the charcoal grill just right, Chief Cook Ronnie C. Hall begins flipping burgers during a shipboard barbecue aboard the Frances Hammer. October 1996 captain and chief mate will be boarding vessel on August 6. Secretary stated he is ordering new stores and fresh vegetables. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Piney Point. Treasurer announced $700 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew reported air conditioning in some quarters not functioning properly, resulting in difficultly sleeping in hot climate of U.S. Virgin Islands. Next port: St. Thomas, U.S.V.I. GALVESTON BAY (Sea-Land Service), July 21-Chairman John Bertolino, Secretary Stan Krystosiak, Educational Director Miguel Rivera, Deck Delegate Larry Combs, Engine Delegate Christopher Benzenberg, Steward Delegate Steven Parker. Deck delegate noted concern about payment of penalty pay for quartermaster work on bridge. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked galley gang for job well done. Next port: Portsmouth, Va. ITB JACKSONVILLE (Sheridan Transportation), July 7-Chairman Joseph Caruso, Secretary Ali Hydera, Educational Director Gary Morrison, Deck Delegate Adam Talucci, Steward Delegate Carlos Majao. Chairman reminded crew to keep plastic items separate from regular trash. Educational director urged members to upgrade skills at Paul Hall Center. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew extended vote of thanks to steward department for job well done. Next port: St. Croix, U.S.V.I. LEADER (Kirby Tankships), July 1-Chairman Patrick Rankin, Secretary Eva Myers, Deck Delegate Samuel Duah, Engine Delegate Chris Beaton, Steward Delegate Kenneth Bethea. Crew discussed creating movie fund . Chairman reported payoff on July 4. Educational director discussed importance of going to Piney Point to attend tanker operation/safety course and obtaining STCW identification certificates. Engine delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or steward delegates. Next port: Texas City, Texas. LNG CAPRICORN (ETC), July 14-Chairman Charles Kahl, Secretary Dana Paradise, Educational Director Robert Rice, Deck Delegate Richard Lewis, Steward Delegate Tony Palumbo. Chairman thanked crew for jobs well done and encouraged crewmembers to keep up good work. He noted crew still waiting for information on new contracts from union. Bosun asked all members to donate to SPAD. Educational director advised crewmembers to take advantage of Piney Point upgrading opportunities. Treasurer announced $380 in ship's fund, and crew discussed purchase of new radio for gym with the money. Steward delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or engine delegates. Bosun noted STCW forms posted in crew lounged and advised all crewmembers to get identification certificate. Crew suggested contracts department look into compensating Seafarers who retired with 25 or more years seatime before pension cap was lifted. Crew requested VCR and stereo for crew lounge. Crew praised Chief Cook Udjang Nurdjaja and SAs Dave Wakeman, Chris Guglielmi and Tony Palumbo for creating excellent meals and des- serts. Next ports: Arnn, Indonesia · and Tobata, Japan. OOCL INNOVATION (Sea-Land Service), July 14-Chairman Allan Rogers, Secretary Robert Seaman, Engine Delegate Fred Tierney, Steward Delegate Richard Oliva. Chairman informed crewmembers that furniture for lounge has been ordered. Treasurer noted $60 in movie fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew requested new stereo system for crew lounge and reported dryer needs repair. Next port: Boston. OM/ COLUMBIA (OMI Corp.), July 22-Chairman Jerry Foley, Secretary Dana Zuls, Educational Director E. Olson, Deck Delegate Jack Walker, Engine Delegate Gregory Stone, Steward Delegate Yahya Ali. Chairman and crew discussed possibility of time off while ship at anchor for two days in Long Beach, Calif. Secretary stressed importance of voting in U.S. presidential election. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine or steward delegate. Crew asked contracts department for verification of new agreement. Chairman advised members to send applications for STCW certificate to Coast Guard before October 1. Crew thanked galley gang for excellent feeding. Bosun discussed need for SPAD donations and upgrading at Piney Point. Next ports: Long Beach and El Segundo, Calif. Acosta, Engine Delegate Joseph Holzinger, Steward Delegate London Curry. Chairman and crew discussed shortage of stores aboard vessel. Educational director advised all members to upgrade at Piney Point. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: Long Beach, Calif. SEA-LAND EXPLORER (SeaLand Service), July 29-Chairman Hayden Gifford, Secretary William Burdette, Educational Director Mike Wells, Deck Delegate James Henry, Engine Delegate Roy Coleman, Steward Delegate Richard Gegenheimer. Chairman announced ship will arrive in port of Long Beach, Calif. July 31. Bosun advised crewmembers that everyone should be familiar with fire stations and firefighting equipment. He reminded members to attend tankerman operation/safety course at Piney Point and upgrade to ensure job Abuan. Chairman and members discussed new contract. Secretary reported movie fund has been split between licensed and unlicensed departments and there is $193 in unlicensed fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Chairman asked crew to take proper care of movies and make sure they are returned to library rewound. Next port: Oakland, Calif. SEA-LAND PA TR/OT (Sea-Land Service), July 21-Chairman Robert Garcia, Educational Director Robert Blackwell, Deck Delegate Dominic Sanfilippo, Engine Delegate Julio Paminiano. Educational director announced dates of upcoming classes being offered at Lundeberg School and advised members to look into attending. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Bosun thanked crewmembers for keeping vessel extra clean. Crew gave special thank you to Puerto Rico Members Gather for Meeting OVERSEAS NEW YORK (Maritime Overseas), July 29Chairman Carlos Loureiro, Secretary Barbara J. Stevenson, Educational Director F. Durand Jr., Deck Delegate Michael Murphy, Engine Delegate Dennis Riley, Steward Delegate Martin Qader. Chairman reported new TV antenna hooked up but new dryer is not. He announced payoff and stressed importance of shipboard safety. Educational director urged crewmembers to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine or steward department. Bosun announced copies of new contract received from headquarters. Crew discussed launch service and thanked steward department for fine job done preparing meals. Crew noted a good time was had in Panama. OVERSEAS VIVIAN (Maritime Overseas), July 21-Chairman Joseph Colangelo, Secretary Matthew Scott, Educational Director Wayne Roberson, Deck Delegate Tom Arriola, Engine Delegate Rudolph Lopez, Steward Delegate Alan Bartley. Crew asked contracts department to send ship copies of new contract. Chairman announced ship will go into Tampa, Fla. shipyard July 28. He reported upcoming payoff and thanked deck department for job well done. Secretary thanked crewmembers for keeping house in excellent condition. Educational director reminded crew to upgrade at Piney Point. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked contacts department to consider lowering retirement age. RICHARD G. MATTHIESEN (Ocean Shipholding), July 21Chairman James Martin, Secretary Lorell McElroy, Educational Director Kelly Mayo, Deck Delegate Wayne Casey, Engine Delegate Dean Dobbins, Steward Delegate Michael Poolar. Educational director advised all members to upgrade at Paul Hall Center. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Treasurer announced $456 in ship's fund. Crew made request for company to provide heavily insulated arctic weather gear-gloves, coveralls, parkas and insulated head gear. Crew asked contracts department for update on new agreement. Bosun noted pictures from recent trip to Greenland being sent to Seafarers LOG. Next ports: Greenland, Spain and Houston. SEA-LAND DISCOVERY (SeaLand Service), July 21-Chairman Richard Ehlert, Secretary Vainu 'u Sili, Educational Director Sonny Crewmembers employed at the Marine Ocean Engineering Department (M~E) of L?ckheed Martin Services, Inc. in Fajardo, P.R. recently held their union meeting at a local restaurant. Joining in on the discussion of contract is.sues are (from left) Basic Repairer C. Ortiz, Marine Technician Roger F1g~eroa, SIU. ~atrolman Amancio Crespo, Basic Repairer Angelo Acosta, Mann~ :rechrnc1an Peter Torrens, Basic Repairer Miguel Vargas, Marine Techn~c~an Rafael Agosto, Marine Technician Carlos Molinaris and Repair Technician Osvaldo Cordero. The MOE workers maintain and operate several types of vessels which are used to support the Atlantic Fleet Weapons Training Facility at the U.S. Naval Station at Roosevelt Island. security. Educational director also urged crewmembers to upgrade at Paul Hall Center. Crew thanked bosun for making outside decks nonskid. Crew extended special vote of thanks to galley gang for excellent meals. Next ports: Long Beach and Oakland, Calif. SEA-LAND HAWA//(Sea-Land Service), July 30-Chairman Jim Carter, Secretary D. Spangler, Deck Delegate Efstratios Zoubantis, Steward Delegate Hector Guilbes. Chairman noted once decks have been scrubbed they will be painted. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked for information concerning new contract and asked that antenna be repaired or replaced. Next port: Port Elizabeth, N.J. SEA-LAND INNOVATOR (SeaLand Service), July 14--Chainnan John Stout, Secretary Jose Bayani, Educational Director Herman Manzer, Deck Delegate Walter Weaver, Engine Delegate Crescendo Suazo, Steward Delegate John Bennett. Chairman asked crewmembers to rewind and return movies to shelves after viewing. Secretary thanked chairman for job well done and crewmembers for maintaining clean lounge and mess hall. He wished all crew signing off a nice vacation. Educational director encouraged members to upgrade at Piney Point. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Chairman and crew discussed details of new standard contract. Crew requested another washing machine for greasy work clothes. Next port: Long Beach, Calif. SEA-LAND LIBERA TOR (SeaLand Service), July 7-Chairman Joel Miller, Secretary G. Thomas, Educational Director Gary Dahl, Deck Delegate Mickey Nobel, Steward Delegate Mercurion steward department members for good food and friendly atmosphere. Bosun reminded crew signing off to leave room clean and turn in key. Next ports: Long Beach and Oakland, Calif. and Hong Kong. SEA-LAND QUALITY (Sea-Land Service), July 14-Chairman Ruben Morales, Secretary Terry Smith, Educational Director A.S. Hernandez, Deck Delegate John Ellias, Engine Delegate Byron Elliot, Steward Delegate Brian Schmeer. Chairman informed crewmembers that four requests for recliners in crew lounge have been made. He thanked all departments f cfr observing safety rules, keeping clean house and maintaining smooth sailing during recent voyage. Educational director urged members to upgrade skills at Lundeberg School. Deck department reported beefs and disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine or steward delegates. Crew asked for new washing machine and dryer for crew laundry. Crew also asked contracts department to clarify "designated areas" for penalty pay as stated in new contract. Next ports: Charleston, S.C., Port Everglades and Jacksonville, Fla. and Houston. SEA-LAND RELIANCE (SeaLand Service), July 21-Chairman Oscar Wiley Jr., Secretary Pablo Lopez, Educational Director Amos Jaramillo, Deck Delegate James Rader, Engine Delegate James Brown Jr., Steward Delegate Richard Manalo. Chairman advised crew on importance of upgrading skills at Paul Hall Center. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Steward reminded all crewmembers to use utensils to handle food on salad bar. He also asked that door leading to crew mess hall be locked while in port. Next port: Seattle. Continued on page 20 Seafarers LOG 19 �- Ships Digest Continued from page 19 WILLAMETTE (Kirby Tankships), July 28-Chairman Billy Hill, Secretary Oscar Angeles, Educational Director C. Dahlhaus, Deck Delegate Brad Seibel, Engine Delegate Craig Croft, Steward Delegate Juan Gonzalez. Chairman announced payoff upon arrival in port of Long Beach, Calif. He thanked deck department for productive and good work. Crewmembers extended sympathy wishes to the f am.ilies of the SIU brothers who were killed in G & H tugboat accident. Educational director encouraged all members to get STCW identification certificate before Oc- tober 1 deadline. Treasurer announced $57 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked contracts department for letter of response from May ship's minutes. Crew discussed establishing movie fund. Galley gang thanked by entire crew for doing best job possible in preparing good meals. Steward department thanked crew for doing fine job in keeping crew mess area clean and orderly. LEADER (Kirby Tankships) August 2-Chairrnan J.R. Wilson, Secretary Eva Myers, Educational Director William Hudson, Deck Delegate Sam Duah. Chairman discussed importance of voting in U.S. presidential election in November. He noted that those who will be at sea may apply to vote by absentee ballot. Bosun stated that Seafarers can help keep legislators in office who support maritime issues by donating to SPAD. Secretary announced steward department running low of milk, soap, spices and sauces. Engine delegate reported beef; deck delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by steward delegate. Chairman gave vote of thanks to galley gang on behalf of entire crew. He added the galley gang gives meaning to the word "service." Crew thanked chief steward for going extra mile by baking special pastries and treats for crewmembers. LIBERTY STAR (Liberty Maritime), August 4-Chairman Theodore Bush m, Secretary Henry Jones Jr., Deck Delegate Willie Chestnut, Steward Delegate Stephanie Smith. Chairman reported next voyage will include trip into shipyard. He announced upcoming payoff in port of Galveston, Texas. Secretary thanked crew for keeping ship's house clean. He reminded crew to get STCW identification certificate by October 1 and attend tanker operation/safety course at Piney Point. Secretary thanked entire crew for good trip and reminded those signing off to clean rooms for next person. Deck delegate reported disputed OT and steward delegate reported beef. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine delegate. Crew thanked galley gang for excellent food and clean ship. Next port: Galveston. Don't Break the Bank! Apply fora Seafarers Welfare Plan Scholarship Instead The nsmg costs of higher education is no reason not to apply to a college or university. Nor does studying for a degree necessarily require depleting hard-earned savings. Seven scholarships will be awarded in 1997 to help SIU members and their f arnilies attain their educational goals. Three of the stipends are reserved for SIU members (one in the amount of $15,000 for study at a four-year college or university; and two $6,000 two-year scholarships for study at a vocational school or community college). The other four scholarships will be presented to spouses and dependent children of Seafarers. Each of these four is a $15,000 stipend for study at a four-year college or university. Eligibility requirements are spelled out in a booklet which also contains an application form. To receive a copy of this booklet, fill out the coupon below and mail it to the Seafarers Welfare Plan. The program booklets also are available at the SIU halls. In addition to the completed application form, a number of other items will need to be included in the total application package. These include the applicant's autobiographical statement, a photograph, a certified copy of his or her birth certificate, high school transcripts and certification of graduation or official copy of high school equivalency scores, college transcripts, letters of reference and SAT or ACT score results. Six months remain until the April 15, 1997 deadline. Now is the time to start the application process. There is no need to break the piggy bank! r----------- -----------..., lease send me the 1997 SIU scholarship program booklet which contains eligibility information, procedures for applying and the application form. Name ______________________~ P Street A d d r e s s - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - City, State, Zip Code _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Telephone Number_________________ This application is for: D Self D Dependent Mail the completedfonn to I~ Scholarship Program, Seafarers Welfare Plan, L _ _ _ _ _ _5~1 ~ut~W~ C~mp~ri~gs,~D.:.0:6 _ 20 Seafarers LOG _ _ _ _10~6 J Know Your Rights 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 year, which is to be submitted to the membership by the secretary-treasurer. A yearly finance committee of rank-and-file members, elected by the membership, each year examines the finances of the union and reports fully their findings and recommendations. 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. SHIPPING RIGHTS. A member's shipping rights and seniority are protected exclusively by contracts between the union and the employers. Members should get to know their shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and available in all union halls. If members believe there have been violations of their shipping or seniority rights as contained in the contracts between the union and the employers, they should notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mail, return receipt requested. The proper address for this is: Augustin Tellez, Chairman Seafarers Appeals Board 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to members at all times, either by writing directly to the union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which an SIU member works and lives aboard a ship or boat Members should know their contract rights, as well as their obligations, such as filing for overtime (OT) on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If, at any time, a member believes that an SIU patrolman or other union official fails to protect their contractual rights properly, he or she should contact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY THE SEAFARERS LOG. The Seafarers LOG traditionally has refrained from publishing any article serving the political purposes of any individual in the union, officer or member. It also has refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the union or its collective membership. This established policy has been reaffirmed by membership action at the September 1960 meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsibility for Seafarers WG 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. PAYMENT 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 circumstances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any 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 or she should not have been required to make such payment, this should immediately be reported to union headquarters. CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. 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 contents. Any time a member feels any other member or officer is attempting to deprive him or her of any constitutional right or obligation by any methods, such as dealing with charges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, the member so affected should immediately notify 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 membermay be discriminated against becau8e of race, creed, color, sex, national or geographic origin. If any member feels that he or she is denied the equal rights to which he or she is entitled, the member should notify union headquarters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL · ACTIVITY DONATION SPAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fund. Its proceeds are used to further its objects and purposes including, 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 condition of membership in the union or of employment. If a contribution is made by reason of the above improper conduct, the member should notify the Seafarers International Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the contribution for investigation and appropriate action and refund, if involuntary. A member should support SPAD to protect and further his or her economic, political and social interests, and American trade union concepts. NOTIFYING THE UNIONIf at any time a member feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he or she has been denied the constitutional right of access to union records or information, the member should immediately notify SIU President Michael Sacco at headquarters by certified mail, return receipt requested. The address is: Michael Sacco, President Seafarers International Union 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746. oder an agreement with the Auto Workers local union that represents Its employees, General Motors's Saturn Corp. will swap-without charge-the Bridgestone/Firestone (B/F) tires that are standard on Its new Saturn cars for any customer who asks a dealer to do it. In addition, UAW Local 1853 Financial Secretary John Michaud says the Saturn·BIF supplier agreement might not be renewed If the Steelworkers-B/F dlspute Is not settled "to everyone's satisfaction" before the current pact expires In 1997. AL Saturn. the company and union jointly make purcbaslng decisions. Saturn customers. of course. should U request replacemenJs made by rubber workers covered by Steelworkers union contracJs. To facilitate the selecllon of such unlonmade tires. we are publishing here the list of Steelworkers-unlon·made tires. The two-symbol codes. listed aiphabetlcally on the left of each column below. are found Immediately alter the three letters "DOT,· and ahead of several other letters and digits, near each ure·s wheel bead. The two·symbol codes Identify the factory at which the tire was made. Below are the codes for factories where employees are working under Steelworkers union contracts: Code Company & Location (Parent Company) Code Company & Location (Parent Company) General 'Ilre, Charlotte, N.C. (Continental) General 'Ilre, Mayfield. Ky. (Continental) Uniroyal Goodrich, Opelika, Ala. (Michelin) General 'Ilre, Byran. 0.(Contlnental) BE Unlroyal Goodrich. Tuscaloosa. Ala. (Michelin) BF Uniroyal Goodrich. Woodburn. Ind. {Mlchelln) Uniroyal Goodrich, Kitchener, Ont. (Michelin) Plrelll Armstrong, Nashville, Tenn. (Pirelli) Mohawk, Salem, Va. (Yokohama) BH BX CC CF CH 'Iltan Tue. Des Moines, la. (1ltan) Plrelll' Armstrong, Hanfonl. Calif. (Pirelli) CK Plrelll Arm tong, (Pirelli) CV Fidelity 'Ilre, atchez. Miss. (Condere Corp.) Dunlop, Buffalo, .Y. (Sumltomo) DA ashv!Ue. Tenn. JF JII JJ JN JP JT JU MC MD MJ MK MM MN MP PC PJ PK PL PT DB Dunlop, Huntsvllle, Ala. (Sumitomo) DY D9 FO Denman. Warren, 0 . Unlted 'Ilre. Rexdale, Ont. Fldeilty'Ilre, atchez, Miss. (Condere Corp.) TA UK JE Goodyear, Danville. Va. ur PU PY UP Kelly·Springfteld, Fayetteville, N.C. (Goodyear) Kelly·Sprlngfteld. Freeport, Ill. (Goodyear) Goodyear. Gadsden. Ala. Goodyear, Topeka, Kan. Keliy·Springfteld, Tyler, Tex. (Goodyear) Goodyear. Union City. Tenn. Goodyear. Medicine Hat. Alta. Goodyear. Danville. Va. Goodyear, Gadsden, Ala. Goodyear, Topeka, Kan. Goodyear, Union City, Tenn. Kelly·Sprlngfteld. Fayetteville, N.C. (Goodyear) Kelly·Sprlngfteld. Freeport. Ill. (Goodyear) Kelly·Sprlngfteid, Tyler, Tex. (Goodyear) Goodyear, Medlclne Hat. Alta. Kelly·Sprlngfleld, Fayetteville. N.C. (Goodyear) m. Kelly.Sprlngneld, Freeport, (Goodyear) Keliy·Springl1eld, Tyler, Tex. (Goodyear) Goodyear, Danville, Va. Goodyear, Gadsden, Ala. Goodyear. Topeka. Kan. Goodyear, Union City. Tenn. Goodyear, Medicine Hat. Alta. Cooper. Findlay, 0 . Cooper, Texarkana. Ark.. October 1996 �NO'nCES pay Voucher~ Needed With Some Vacation Applications Seafarers sailing aboard the following vessels must provide copies of their pay vouchers when filing for vacation benefits related to employment. Rate of vacation benefits is contingent upon the vessel's status. Pay vouchers provide this information; discharges do not. American Overseas Cape Washington CapeJuby Cape Johnson Cape John Cape Jacob Cape Lambert Keystone State Gem State Grand Canyon State Cape Fear Green Mountain State Cape Lobos lnterocean Management Cape Wrath Corp. Wright Gopher State Flickenail State Curtiss Comhusker State Diamond State Equality State Apex Marine Corp. Cape Trinity Cape Taylor Cape Texas OMl Corp. Cape Mendocino Cape May Cape Mohican Cape Race Cape Ray Cape Rise Chesapeake Altair Denebola Capella Antares Algol Regulus Bellatrix Pollux Gordpn ughart International Marine Camers Cape Farewell Cape Flattery Sailing into the Next Century Aquarius, First SIU-Crewed LNG Ship, Keeps Working Bay Ship Management Mt. Washington Petersburg American Osprey Potomac From the Seafarers LOG archives, this 1977 photo shows the LNG Aquarius heading for sea trials following its construction in Quincy, Mass. Inset: A recent photo of the Aquarius. U.S. Marine Management USNSAble USNS Assertive USNS Assurance USNSBold USNS Capable USNS Effective USNS Indomitable USNSLoyal USNS Prevail USNS Stalwart U S Victor'ous The LNG Aquarius was the first of the liquified natural gas (LNG) tankers produced during the 1970s at the General Dynamics Shipyard in Quincy, Mass. The SIU-crewed ship entered service in 1977 and, after a recent charter extension, is scheduled to remain sailing at least until the year 2000. As SIU Assistant Vice President Bob Hall noted after conducting recent meetings aboard the Aquarius, the longevity of the venerable vessel is due in no small part to the quality of its crews. "The LNG Aquarius has an outstanding crew," he observed. "As is the case on all of the LNG ships, Seafarers aboard the Aquarius put a premium on safety. They are committed to secure sailing." Like the other SIU-crewed LNG ships operated by New York-based Energy Transportation Corporation (ETC), the Aquarius loads liquified natural gas in Indonesia and discharges it at points in Japan. Each ship is greater than 900 feet long and has a cargo capacity of 125,000 cubic meters of LNG. The Aquarius crew and their fellow Seafarers on the Aries, Capricorn, Gemini, Leo, Libra, Taurus and Virgo recently took a short break from their routines to vote on a new five-year contract that increases wages and benefits while providing job security into the next century. By an overwhelming majority, SIU members approved the agreement. Voting took place from July 27 through August 18 aboard the ships; Hall conducted the voting during shipboard meetings with each of the crews. The ETC contract in many ways parallels the union' s standard tanker agreement, and it will cover SIU members into the year 2001. Besides annual wage increases and expanded health benefits for union members and their dependents, another highlight of the ETC contract is that it calls for creation of an LNG recertification program at the Paul Hall Center in Piney Point, Md. Flu Shots November 4 At SIU Hall in Tacoma With the relocation of the Seattle SIU hall to Tacoma as of October 14, annual flu shots will be offered November 4 at the new hall in Tacoma. Active and retired Seafarers may call the new hall after October 21 at (206) 272-7774, 272-7775 or 272-7776 to make their appointments for flu shots, which will be administered from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. and from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. The address of the Tacoma hall is 3411 South Union Street. EPA Allocations Unlicensed crews employed aboard Maersk prepositioned ships will receive a 3 percent base-wage only increase coupled with an extra vacation day per month, bringing the benefit up from 11 to 30. Unlicensed crews employed aboard AMS EA' s MPS vessels will receive a 2. 6 percent increase in base wages only, also coupled with an extra day's pay per month. The SIU contracts department still is working on the allocation of the EPA for Waterman's and Ocean Ships' prepositioned vessels. AB Harry Massa listens to an update on the latest union news. SA Jose Guzman reports for his shift wearing a smile. Chief Cook Rafael Cardenas helps prepare another delicious meal. LEFT: Ready for the start of a shipboard union meeting are (seated, from left) Steward/Baker Franklin Robertson, SA Anthony Jacobson, QMED Bruce Smith, Bosun John Thompson, (standing, from left) AB Dave Centofani and Chief Cook Rafael Cardenas. Part of the engine crew aboard the Aquarius is QMED Ralph Gosnell. LEFT: Eager to participate in the meeting are (from left) AB Aleksander Turko, SA Jose Guzman, DEU Dave Page and Steward/Baker Franklin Robertson. October 1996 Seafarers LOG 21 �Lundeberg School Graduating Classes ~ SEAFARERS SCHOOL • HARRY LUNDE BERG SCHOOL .t " ,.v '.· ~ LIFEBOAT CLASS .~ . : ~ ~~~, 553 -~~l i-!J·J ,.. ~~-!:;:._; ~:;¥. Trainee Lifeboat Class 552-Graduating from trainee lifeboat class 662 are (from left, kneeling) Thomas A. Hoffman, Dennis J. Hock Jr., Mark F. Mosher, (second row) Ben Cusic (instructor), Gilbert Green Ill, Kenneth 0. Graham II and Tyrone S. Brazle Jr. h •#~-...-:;:;:;:::::;;:.-.....;...":".J Trainee Lifeboat Class 553-Members of the graduating trainee lifeboat class 553 are (from left, kneeling) Tom Gilliland (instructor), Therman Ames Ill, Nicolas Lopez, Terrence Ford, (second row) Casey Barber, Ryan Neathery, Peter Morales, Daniel Bonfanti and Shawn Golembiewski, Leonard Nairn, (third row) Raymond Henderson, Regina Copeland, Eric Baliantz, Patrick Hermon and Eric Orsato. Tanker Operation/SafetySeafarers completing the tanker operation/safety course on August 27 are (from left, first row) James Bynum, Roman Niles, Jan Haidir, Charles Darcey, Justo Lacayo, (second row) Jim Shaffer (instructor), Sean O'Doherty, Roderick Coleman, John Mossbarger, Lionel Lee, Christopher Campos, Leo Bognoson, Wally Lau, (third row) Andre Smith, Winston Thompson, Anthony Grant, Mchael Vogell, George Darcey, Santiago Ludan, (fourth row) Robert Richer, Henry Bentz, Howard Hendra Jr., Brian Fountain, Michael Brown, Daniel Conzo, Alejandro Martinez, Gabriel Bonefont, Tan Joon Jr., Jim Hassan, (fifth row) Lance Zollner, Keith Hofler, Charles Kirksey, James Beatty, Jozef Dudas, Gerald Yore, Cary Pratts, Steve Ondreako Jr., Dana Naze and Bennie Freeland. Marine Electrical MaintenanceReceiving certification on August 22 for completion of the marine electrical maintenance course are (from left, kneeling) William Carlin, Mohamed Als in ai, (second row) Douglas Felton, Andre Smith, Frederick Petterson and Joseph Grandinetti. Radar-Posing with their instructor are Seafarers who graduated from the radar class on August 15. From the left, kneeling, are Casey Taylor (instructor) and Patrick Dean. Standing are Aleksander Turko, Mike Morrison and Marge DiPreta (computer operator). See page 23 for the schedule of classes beginning between October and December 1996-as well as some courses proposed for January and February of 1997-at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. 22 Seafarers LOG QMED-Completing their QMED training on August 27 are (from left, kneeling) James Weismore, Ralph Gamer, Alex Lottig, (second row) Marc Poniatowski, Roy Robinson, Alfonso Bombita Jr., David Heavey, Matthew Ditullio, (third row) Jerry Lott Jr., John Bimpong, Robert Laidler and Steven Cookson. October 1996 �LUNDEBERG SCHOOL 1996 - 1997 UPGBADIN6 COURSE SCHEDULE The following is the schedule for classes beginning between October and December 1996--as well as some courses proposed for January and February of 1?,?7.· . at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship locate9 at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md. All programs are geared to improve the job skills of Seafarers and to promote the American maritime industry. Please note that this schedule may change to reflect the needs of the . :··:": membership~ the maritime industry and-in times of conflict-the . . . . nation's security. ·. Students attending any of these classes should check in the Saturday .. .k~/ore · ~~.!! ~ourse'~ . start date. The courses listed here will begin prompt.~Y ~n the.morning of the start dates. Course Fireman/Watertender & Oiler Hydraulics QMED Power Plant Maintenance Marine Electronics Technician Diesel Engine Technology Start Date Date of Completion October 14 Novemberll January 13 November4 November4 January 6 December 13 November29 April 2 December13 November29 February13 Safety Specialty Courses Course Basic Firefighting Advanced Firefighting Tanker Operation/Safety Deck Upgrading Courses Start Date Date of Completion October 14 November 18 December 16 December2 October21 November18 October14 November 11 January 13 October18 November22 December20 December 13 Novembers December6 October25 November22 January31 Start Date Date of Completion October 14 February 10 December13 March21 Able Seaman - Special January6 January 24 Bridge Management February24 March 7 Third Mate January 13 April30 Course Start Date Date of Completion Radar Certification January6 February 10 January 17 February 21 Adult Basic Education (ABE) October 14 November22 Course · . . . Able Seaman Steward Upgrading Courses Start Date Date of Completion January27 March 3 - Engine Upgrading Courses Tankerman Recertification Tanker Assistant Cargo Additional Courses This schedule includes a tentative list of some of the classes for January and February 1997. The Lundeberg School is in the process of.finalizing its complete course schedule for next year. As soon as the dates are secured, the schedule will appear in upcoming issues of the Seafarers WG. Meanwhile, members with any questions regarding fuJure courses may call the school's admissions office at (301) 994-0010. ---~-- ----- --- .... ----- ------ -------- ------·---- -------- ---- ---- --- --- ------ -.... . ----- .......__ ---- ------------- ---- .... -------·---- --- ----- ......... --------- ----- ------ ----UPGRADING APPLICATION Name ------------------------~ (Last) (First) Address _ _________ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _(Middle) _ _ _ __ (Street) (City) (State) Telephone _ _~----(Acea Code) Deep Sea Member D (Zip Code) Date of B i r t h - - - - - - - - - - With this application, COPIES ofyour discharges nwst be submitted showing sufficient time to quaJify yourself for the course(s) requested. You also must submit a COPY ofeach ofthe following: the first page ofyour union book indicating your department and seniority, your clinic card and the front and back of your z-card as well as your Lundeberg School identification card listing the course(s) you have taken and completed. The admissions office WILL NOT schedule you until all of the above are received. BEGIN END COURSE DATE DATE (Month/Day/Year) Lakes Member D Inland Waters Member D If the following information is not filled out completely, your application will not be processed. Social Security# Book# _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Seniority _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Department _ _ _ _ _ _ __ U.S. Citizen: D Yes D No Home Port- - - - - - - - - - - Endorsement(s) or License(s) now held _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ LAST VESSEL: - - - - - - - - - - - - - R a t i n g : - - - - - - - Are you a graduate of the SHLSS trainee program? DYes DNo If yes, c l a s s # - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Have you attended any SHLSS upgrading courses? DYes DNo If yes, course(s) taken _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Date O n : - - - - - - - - - - Date O f f : - - - - - - - - - - - NOTE: Transportation will be paid in accordance with the scheduling letter only if you present original receipts and successfally complete the course. Ifyou have any questions, contact your port agent before departing for Piney Point. SIGNATURE DATE_ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Do you hold the U.S. Coast Guard Lifeboatman Endorsement? D Yes D No · Firefighting: D Yes D No CPR: D Yes DNo Primary language spoken _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ October 1996 RETURN COMPLETED APPLICATION TO: Lundeberg School of Seamanship, Admissions Office, P.O. Box 75, Piney Point, MD 20674-0075. 10196 Seafarers LOG 23 �VOTING INFORMATION Voting Period for 1996 SIU Election of Officers: November 1·December31, 1996 (see pages 11-14) Boatman Awarded $5,000 for Reporting Law-breaking Runaway-flag Freighter Seafarer Robert Harnish never expected to be hailed as a hero for doing something he believes in preserving and protecting the marine environment. On August 14 in Miami, Hamish was awarded $5,000 by the U.S. Coast Guard for reporting a runaway-flag ship that violated U.S. national marine sanctuary laws and international anti-pollution laws. Since then, he has received an abundance of public attention stemming from his reporting of the pollution incident. The case is particularly noteworthy because it is the first time the U.S. Coast Guard has presented a cash reward to an individual for reporting a civil penalty, according to the agency. "I make my living on the water and I don't want to see the ocean destroyed," said Hamish, an SIU member since 1980. "If the ocean is destroyed, I would be out of a job and the marine environment is lost for all future generations." mended that Hamish be awarded $5,000 for the information he supplied to the agency, which led to the assessment and collection of the $25,000 civil penalty. Following the endorsement by Thomas, approval for the award proceeded up the Coast Guard chain of command to the district commander, commandant of the Coast Guard. and finally. Secretary of Transportation Federico Pefia, who signed off on the presentation of the award to Harnish. "I felt we needed to reward Robert's responsible act and in the process, we encourage others in the marine community to act responsibly," Thomas said. Local Hero Since the incident, Harnish has been recognized for reporting the Global Jane not only by the Coast Guard but also by various Florida community and ..'• national marine groups . The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration presented HarPhoto: U.S. Coast Guard Petty Officer Scott Carr On August 14, Mate Robert Harnish was presented with $5,000 from U.S. Coast Guard Rear nish with a special plaque commending Admiral John W. Lockwood for reporting violations by the foreign-flag Global Jane to Coast him on his "heroic deed." Additionally, Guard officials. St. Petersburg Beach, Fla. declared SepSailing in Sanctuary tember 17 "Robert Hamish Day" to honor their hometown hero. pollution awareness campaign; reduction of plastics On May 5, Harnish witnessed the on board; verbal shipboard broadcasts notifying 800-foot, Malta-registered Global Jane sailing into "I didn't realize all the fame and glory that I crews when the vessels enter U.S. waters; and iman "area to be avoided" in the Florida Keys National would get from this. I never thought twice about plementation of a financial incentive system for vesMarine Sanctuary. The 39-year-old mate was pilotwhat to do - I was just looking out for our environsels that remain free of environmental violations for ing the Penn Maritime tug Dolphin about six miles ment and I didn't do it for the money. I never a year or more. southwest of the Florida Keys when he spotted the thought someone would reward me for simply doing Captain William Thomas, the legal officer for the freighter sailing into the spot of ocean just parallel to something I believe in. It is just really important to Seventh Coast Guard District in Miami, recomthe reef tract. (Vessels longer than 164 feet are protect this beautiful area," Harnish said. prohibited by law from entering the area because they may damage the reef, which is home to a wide variety of marine animal and plant life.) "My initial reaction was to call the ship to warn them. I checked my radar and verified that the vessel Coast Guard officials when the was just four miles off my starboard beam, which trict in Miami. While Seafarer Robert Harvessel arrived in the next port. would put them well within the sanctuary. I "Millions of birds, marine nish is the first individual to Investigators from the Marine radioed the captain three different times and got mammals, sea turtles and fish receive a cash reward from the Safety Office in Miami were no response, so I called in the Coast Guard," die each year froni plastics. U.S. Coast Guard for reporting able to find evidence of similar recalled Harnish. Many die from ingesting plasa civil penalty involving avesdischarges of plastics from "I was really concerned about the reefs. A ship tic pellets or plastic bags, or by sel violating an international other Princess cruise ships to that big would ruin them," added the St. Petersburg, getting entangled in old nets or anti-pollution law, the federal show that the company had Fla. native. "I didn't know they were tossing trash monofilament line, packing agency has been presenting repeatedly violated MARPOL over the side until the Coast Guard informed me at bands or six-pack yokes,'' the such awards for criminal acts provisions. the scene. Coast Guard official stated. since the early 1990s. In April 1993, Princess According to Thomas, all The international laws are a Discharging Garbage Cruise Lines pied guilty to a vessels that knowingly disresult of the MARPOL (Marine felony for the knowing discharge plastics and garbage When the Coast Guard cutter arrived to direct the Pollution) Conventions, which charge of plastics into U.S. into the U.S. waters must pay a Global Jane into the proper waters, they saw crewwere implemented by the waters. The company was repenalty, be it civil or criminal, members of the Greek-owned freighter throwing maritime nations of the world, quired to pay the maximum cardboard boxes full of trash and plastics overboard. and individuals such as Harnish including the United States, in $500,000 fine. The couple who According to international anti-pollution laws, dumpare an important part of enforcthe late 1970s. caught the crewmembers on ing the system. (As the names ing plastics anywhere in the ocean is illegal. The conventions were tape was awarded $250,000 for suggest, criminal infractions The Coast Guard followed the ship into Tampa, developed in order to regulate capturing the polluters. are far more serious than civil Fla. (its original destination) where agency officials pollution from ships. Among Thomas noted that both the violations.) secured a $500,000 surety bond from Tsakos Shipother things, the provisions exHamish case and the Princess The first shipping company ping, the owner of the vessel. (A surety bond was isplicitly prohibit the dumping of Cruises case prove that others to be prosecuted on criminal sued to guarantee payment of fines by the Greek plastics anywhere at sea. in the marine community, in adthe illegal discharges for company.) "Anyone who has walked dition to the Coast Guard, can charge of plastics into the The company was required to pay $25,000 in along an ocean beach in the help with the enforcement of ocean was Princess Cruise civil fines to the Coast Guard for dumping the garpast 20 years is aware that laws intended to protect the Lines in 1992. bage and a $10,000 civil penalty to the National marine garbage and particularly marine environment. A couple aboard the Regal Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration for violatplastic pollution in the world's To report violations of Princess videotaped crewmeming the national marine sanctuary. oceans is a serious problem," marine pollution laws, call the bers of the cruise ship throwing Tsakos Shipping also agreed to undertake extenexplained Captain William Coast Guard, toll-free, at (800) plastics and garbage overboard. sive remedial measures including the discharge of Thomas, the 1egal officer for 424-8802. The couple gave the tape to eight members of the ship's crew, among them the the Seventh Coast Guard Dismaster and chief officer; a fleet-wide, multi-lingual Coast Guard Aims to Catch Polluters � 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/. 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Title A name given to the resource October 1996 Description An account of the resource HEADLINES CLINTON SIGNS THE SHIP BILL 10 YEAR PROGRAM SAILS THROUGH THE SENATE WITH BIPARTISAN SUPPORT NEWSPAPAR EXPOSES PLIGHT OF RUNAWAY-FLAG SHIPPING HOUSTON CHRONICLE SERIES HIGHLIGHTS PROBLEMS FACE BY FOREIGN MARINERS SEAFARERS APPALUD U.S. SHIPS BILL’S PASSAGE BY SENTA CENTER’S DEEP ADIVISORY GROUP EXAMINES EVOLVING TRAINING NEEDS STC IMACT IS ONE OF THE KEY ISSUES TACKLED MSCPAC VESSELS ASSISTS PERSIAN GULF TASK FORCE PUERTO RICO HIT BY HORTENSE O/S JUNEAU BOSUN PRAISED UNION RIDING GANG. STCW CERTIFICATE DEADLINE PASSES FOR TANKERMAN ASSISSTANDS, ABS GORDON RESCUES TWO ON MAIDEN VOYAGE SIU CREWD RO/RO SAVES BOATERS FOUR POSTERS ADDED TO WWII EXHIBIT AT PAUL HALL CENTER OVERSEAS PHILADELPHIA AIDS OFF-COURSE BOATER CROWLEY TUG MARS MAKES LONG HAUL GEN. KROSS TAKES TRANSCOM HELM AS GEN. RUTHERFOOD LEAVE REA SOON. SCULPTURE UNVEILED AT SEAFERS HAVEN BALLOTING BEGINS NOVEMBER 1FOR THE UNION OFFICERS SIU CONSTITUTION SPELLS OUT RULES ON 1996 ELECTIONS BOATMEN AWARD $5,000 FOR REPORTING LAW-BREAKING RUNWAY-FLAG FREIGHTER COAST GUARD AIMS TO CATCH POLLUTERS SAILING INTO THE NEXT CENTURY AQUARIUS, FIRST SIU-CREWED LNG SHIP, KEEPS WORKING 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 10/01/1996 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. 58, No. 10 1996 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/cf29d5d452ffe9480a251333a3b3e44d.pdf f2d0754aa2b082b7ddf53ba2d681287f PDF Text Text Number 10 October 1997 ·MTD Speakers AlI irm Need.I or Strong U.S. Fleet Navy Secretary, TRANSCOM Head Emphasize U.S. Reliance on Sealift Delegates and guests to the AFL-CIO Maritime Trades Department biennial convention last month In Pittsburgh (above) heard from an array of speakers who stated their support for a strong U.S.-flag merchant marine. Representatives of the administration, Congress, the U.S. military and the national labor federation all emphatically explained why they believe a strong American-flag fleet Is a vital part of the country's atlonal and economic security. In photo at right, MTD Preslden Ml h (right) and MTD Vice President Wiiiiam Zenga (left) welcome Air Force General Waller Kross, the head of the U.S. Transportation Command. Pages 3, 11~14. SIU to Crew 4 More Tankers, 2 Tug/Barges U.S. Coast Guard Ship Detentions Spotlight Runaway-Flag Dangers Many Crews Bungle Simple Safety Drills Maritrans, Inc. Fleet Expansion Results in New Jobs for Seafarers ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~-Page3 Union Goes 'On Line' Seafarers' Web Site Debuts The SIU home page, pictured above, was launched last month and can be found on the internet at www.seafarers.org. Page 2. Runaway-flag ships like the Berga Falcon, under arrest last year in Baltimore, pose a major safety threat in U.S. ports and on the world's waterways. Those perils recently were evident when the U.S. Coast Guard detained 47 foreign-flag vessels-many of them runawaysduring the month of June for various flagrant safety violations and shortcomings. Page 2. �How Low Can They &o1 . President's Report Fast Track Is Wrong Way Usually there are many ways to tackle a project. But when you get right down to it, there really are only two methods of doing things: the right way or the wrong way. Sometimes the wrong way is easier in the short run, but, invariably, there are consequences for taking that route. If a Seafarer walks around a spill on deck instead of cleaning it immediateMichael Sacco ly, he knows someone else may slip on it, or he may fall on it later. If a person rakes leaves in his backyard and. instead of bagging them, lets them blow next door, somehow it always seems as if those leaves will blow back into his yard. For almost four years, American workers have suffered the consequences of a trade treaty done the wrong way. The so-called North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), by nearly everyone's measures, has resulted in massive job loss in the United States and downward pressure on wages and benefits in the jobs that remain. Our trade deficits with Mexico and Canada-which reflect the loss of about 400,000 U.S. jobs-have skyrocketed. NAFTA also has harmed workers in Mexico, where wages have fallen to an average of 70 cents an hour despite increased productivity. And there have been severe environmental consequences, with rampant pollution taking place at the maquiladora factories along the U.S. border. If you think NAFTA is old news, then think again. Congress essentially is about to decide whether NAFfA-like agreements will be extended to Central and South American nations. Their verdict could arrive as early as this month. This debate centers on what is known as fast-track negotiating authority. which was used to craft NAFfA. Under fast track. the Congress can vote only to approve or reject a treaty, rather than amend it. We don't have to look too far back to see the pitfalls of forfeiting the right to fix what's wrong with international trade agreements. In 1993, when the SIU and all of organized labor loudly warned that NAFfA would be bad news for American, Canadian and Mexican workers, backers of the pact swore that its "side agreements" covering labor and the environment would make everything okay. While trade unionists insisted that those agreements weren't worth the paper they were written on, Congress narrowly passed the treaty. Today, few would dispute that our predictions were correct. Yet, because of the power wielded by big corporations-who have been the only winners under NAFI'A-America's working families are faced with the threat of multiple NAFfAs, extending to more and more nations whose living standards do not compare to ours. This is an extraordinarily dangerous proposition for U.S. workers, one that will directly affect their lives if it passes. For that reason, I urge all SIU members and their families to contact their representatives in Congress and ask them to vote against extending fast-track authority. Whether you write, telephone, visit or use email, it is critical that you act immediately. I also want to make it clear that SIU is not against international trade agreements, as long as they truly are fair for the workers in all countries covered by them. If anything, our industry depends on trade more than most, as our deep-sea members transport cargo across the oceans every day. So, we have a great interest in maintaining the flow of goods to and from this nation. But fast-track negotiating is the wrong way to go about writing trade laws. There simply is no good reason why the American people, through their elected representatives, should waive their right to be heard on this subject. After all, the vast majority of trade agreements negotiated by the United States are done without fast track. In fact, there have been 200 such treaties (varying in breadth) hammered out in the last several years. Fast track did not exist until 20 years ago. Well, we've seen what happens when we make an exception and use fast-track negotiating. The leaves always blow back into the yard. Let's tell Congress to do this the right way. Tell them to vote against fast track. Volume 59, Number 10 October 1997 The SIU on line: www.seafarers.org The Seafarers WG (ISSN 1086-4636) is published monthly by the Seafarers International Union; Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District; AFL-CIO; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, MD 20746. Telephone (301) 8990675. Periodicals postage paid at Southern Maryland 20790-9998 and at additional offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the Seafarers WG, 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746. Communications Director, Daniel Duncan; Managing Editor, Jordan Biscardo; Associate Editor/Production, Deborah A. Hirtes; Associate Editor, Corrina Christensen Gutierrez; Art, Bill Brower, Administrative Support, Jeanne Textor. Copyright© 1997 Seafarers International Union, AGLIWD All Rights Reserved. 2 Seafarers LOG Coast Guard Detentions Further Expose Rampant Safety Problems on Runaways Safety problems are nothing new on runaway-flag ships, but a recent report by the U.S. Coast Guard starkly exposes some crews' ineptitude along with the significant structural defects and lack of basic equipment on many such vessels. The report includes information about the 47 ships detained in U.S. ports this past June by the Coast Guard. It also notes deficiencies found aboard foreignflag vessels that are not runawayflag ships. Here are some of the lowlights: • The crew of the Germanowned, Liberian-flag Polar Columbia, a reefer, failed to complete a lifeboat drill. • It took 30 minutes for the crew of the Japanese-owned, Panamanian-flag bulk carrier Royal Venture to find fire suits during a drill. Once they found the suits, the mariners had difficulty putting them on, according to the report. • Crews aboard three ships failed to execute drills to fight fires and abandon ship. They apparently were unfamiliar with the equipment on hand. Those mariners were from the Greekowned, Bahamian-flag reefer Brest; the Greek-flag bulker Faethon; and the India-flag bulker Lok Maheshwari. • Mariners aboard the general cargo ship Profltis Elias, a Panamanian-flag vessel managed by Avior Shipping of New York, struggled to perform firefighting and abandon-ship drills. Meanwhile, the ship contained holed deck plating and extensive pitting, corroded bulkheads and corroded safety rails, according to the report. • Crewmembers on the Greek-owned, Cyprus-flag bulker Belle did not know how to properly use firefighting equipment. The report also noted that the mariners were not "dressed properly." • The Dutch-owned, Cyprusfl~g general cargo ship Moana Pacific had a breach in a longitudinal bulkhead, causing the vessel's detention. Runaway-flag shipping is a scheme that involves multiple parties from different nations in the operation of vessels. For example, in a case reported last month by the Seafarers LOG, a particular vessel was owned by a Korean company, registered in Panama, used an Indonesian manning agent and hired crewmembers from four countries. Greedy shipowners engage in this practice to escape the safety regulations, procedures, inspections, tax laws and higher wages of traditional maritime nations. They pay a cheap registration fee to the government of a non-maritime nation seeking to raise revenue--cssentially buying use of a country's flag with no strings attached. In such cases, the nation involved doesn't have the means or the will to enforce rules protecting the crews or the environment, if such laws even exist. Then, the shipowners cushion themselves with often con- scienceless managers who hire the cheapest crews available. Such mariners in many cases are not mariners at all, but rather desperate individuals who paid for seamen's credentials. This cycle may be repeated often, with vessels changing ownership, registers, agents and even names every few years. For example, the Moana Pacific has had four other names since 1986. Altogether, these factors make it difficult for authorities to hold the shipowners accountable for mistreating crews and operating unsafe ships. Meanwhile, such owners can tum a quick profit by making practically no investment in vessel-upkeep and paying minimal wages (often irregularly). Responding to this widespread problem, the Londonbased International Transport Workers Federation (ITF) is waging a busy campaign against runaway-flag shipping, also known as flag-of-convenience shipping. The organization has 100 inspectors in 40 nations assisting in this fight. Overall, the I1F includes more than 470 transport-related unions, including the SIU, in more than 120 nations. SIU Executive Vice President John Fay is chairman of the I1F's Seafarers Section. SIU 'On Line' With Web Site The SIU went "on line" last month as the union established its site on the world wide web, the most popular part of the internet. The site is located at "www.seafarers.org." It contains articles from current and back issues of the Seafarers LOG, a profile and history of the union, comprehensive information about the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education, links to other maritime and union sites, and much more. In announcing the site's debut at the September membership meeting in Piney Point, Md., SIU Secretary-Treasurer David Heindel pointed out, "One thing that must be emphasized is that all of the union information on this site already is-and will remainavailable to Seafarers through traditional media. In other words, SIU members don't need a computer or an on-line service to get this information, which is available in the LOG, at your port agent's office, at the Paul Hall Memorial Library and at union headquarters. "However, if you 're already on line, 'seafarers.org' can be a convenient place to catch up on the latest union news. It also will serve as a means of publicity for the SIU, as more and more people tum to the internet." The internet is a global network of computers which any other properly configured computer may access. It originated in 1969 as the result of a U.S. Department of Defense project that connected the Stanford Research Institute, UCLA, UC Santa Barbara and the University of Utah. The world wide web is a portion of the internet created by Swiss scientists in 1989. 1bree years later, students at the University of Illinois developed a browser (Mosaic) that allowed users to view text documents and link to graphic. audio and video files on the web. Development of today's most popular browsers, Netscape Navigator and Internet Explorer, soon followed, and the web has experienced skyrocketing growth ever since. This popularity largely is attributable to ease of use. Whereas use of the internet prior 1992 required fairly sophisticated technical knowledge, use of the web today is comparably uncomplicated. .From the SIU's home page (above) at www.seafarers.org, other information about the union may be accessed. The photo below (left) shows the site index while the photo at right displays one of the articles reprinted from the August 1997 Seafarers LOG. October 1997 �MiJie New Jobs! silt~o crew 4 Tanke~,'Z&gs . i\cq . uired by ·.·., Maritraiis Inc. ····.:·:•.:::.···· .::··,:.·<·.::·.::::.·,.:.:·... ·:·:·.:...,.. :::::·:.· .·•·· ' 'is~afarers will begiri crewing this month some of the four t.ankers and two tug/barge units recently purchased by Maritrans~ Inc. The company in late August purchased two petroleum . '; Jfili)cers f~iQ. , (:lievron. Earlier, Maritrans acquired two other ; !~!l~~rs and,. ~e tugs and barges from Sun Transport, Inc. · .· >tfie., Glievron vessels are 40,000-ton, double-bulled , :'lievron Oregon and Chevron Louisiana. The <Nj , i~'.1974, the Louisiana in 1976. ~uo: :·C.¢f$'· are · the New York Sun (constructed in · . :.P.<lelphia Sun (1981). They each weigh . ·. // . . !-reported that the New York Sun will remain on '·;\ ~<tothe U.S. Navy's Military Sealift Command, while ·:tpe }Philddelphia Sun will continue transporting lube oil between J>µerto Rico and Marcus Hook, Pa. Also operating between the U.S. and Puerto Rico will be .· the · · tug ani:l barge units Seminole Sun/Caribe Sun and the ·. Puett<:> Rico Sun/Borinquen Sun. ~'The expansion of the Maritrans fleet means new jobs for SIU members, and I am confident that Se~~rs wijl 5on~~~ ue providing the safest and most ~fficient leyel of se~~sltj.p' for. the, co~pany,'~ ; sajQ..SIU . ~i~e. ; Efesi:{lent . (:optrt;l~ts, •.,~Ygi~,·· ,:renez. * .··· , MTD ~elegates Hear: • National Security, Economu N d ee I, Strong U S Fleet • The United States must maintain a strong American-flag merchant marine to help ensure its national and economic security, said speakers at the 1997 biennial convention of the AFL-CIO Maritime Trades Department (MTD) in Pittsburgh on September 18 and 19. Among those urging preservation of the Jones Act, support of the Maritime Security Program, revitalization of America's shipyards and commitment to strong U.S. sealift capability were U.S. Deputy Secretary of Transportation Mort Downey, U.S. Navy Secretary John Dalton, U.S. Air Force General Walter Kross, President John AFL-CIO Sweeney, and U.S. Reps. Peter King (R-N.Y.), David Bonior (DMich.), William Coyne (D-Pa.), Ron Klink (D-Pa.) and James Traficant (D-Ohio ). • Delegates to the convention, who represent the MTD's 32 member unions and 28 port councils, also discussed and approved numerous resolutions, including statements calling for fair trade laws; retention of cargo preference regulations; promotion of the domestic cruise industry; purchase of union-made, Americanmade goods; and extension of veterans' benefits to all World War IIera merchant mariners. (MTDaffiliated unions represent approximately 8 million members.) Convention delegates also received updates from officials of government and various unions on recently signed contracts at U.S. shipyards, legislation designed to replace overtime pay with compensatory time off, newly implemented international regulations affecting the training and certification of mariners, and AFL-CIO Reaffirms Support for U.S. Maritime Sacco Re-elected Federation VP During Four-Day Convention A renewed commitment to the U.S.-flag merchant fleet, a rededication to organizing new members and a demand for fair trade agreements that meet international standards for labor and the environment were among the calls to action undertaken by nearly 1,000 delegates during the AFLCIO's 22nd biennial convention in Pittsburgh held September 22-25. Those attending the four-day gathering heard from President Clinton, Secretary of Labor Alexis Herman, members of Congress from both political parties and others who urged the delegates, including representatives from the SIU, to continue their fight for working men and women. The delegates re-elected AFL-CIO President John Sweeney, SecretaryTreasurer Richard Trumka and Executive Vice President Linda ChavezThompson to four-year terms, following the ap- President Bill Clinton vows to continue standing up for America's working men and women by vetoing any anti-labor legislation that may cross his desk. October 1997 shipping in international commerce for the next 10 years." Standing before representatives from successful union organizing drives around the country, AFL·CIO President John Sweeney opens the 1997 labor federation convention by declaring the movement of organized workers once again is growing in America. proval of a constitutional change doubling the period between elections from two years. SIU President Michael Sacco also was re-elected to the AFL-CIO Executive Council. In that position, he serves as a vice president for the labor federation. The convention adopted a series of resolutions dealing with the economy, worker rights, organizing, civil and human rights, workplace violence, transportation and other issues. Backs Cabotage Within its resolution concerning the economy, the AFL-CIO pledged its continued support for the U.S.-flag maritime industry, including the nation's cabotage laws. ''The system of laws governing the American maritime industry-including the Jones Act, the Passenger [Vessel] Services Act, government cargo preference and the 1936 Merchant Marine Act-must be preserved," according to the resolution, which was adopted unanimously without amendment. The AFL-CIO renewed its call "for a strong maritime capability for military and economic security." The labor federation, which represents nearly 14 million workers, noted, "Competing in a global marketplace with an unending stream of new lowcost entrants, domestic shipyards and U.S.-flag shipping companies have labored hard to survive. Impressive gains have occurred in shipbuilding as shipowners have signed new orders for commercial deep-draft ships, including the first vessels built for export in four decades." The AFL-CIO noted in its support for the U.S.flag fleet that "the Maritime Security Act of 1996 also has established a program guaranteeing the presence of U.S.-flag Push for volvement Organizing provided a major theme for the convention. In his keynote address, Sweeney told the delegates all the work performed by the labor federation "is connected to organizing. We cannot bargain good contracts or pass decent legislation or have a voice in our communities without growing stronger." But, he added, organizing by itself is not enough. Sweeney urged the delegates to work with the AFL-CIO to become more involved in the political process. He noted nearly 40 percent of union households are not registered to vote. ''That's as many as 16 million potential voters who are unregisteredmore than enough to put working families back in control of their lives and their future." Sweeney then set a goal of registering four million new union family voters by the year 2000. He called on the delegates to contact their members of Congress to oppose legislation that would allow fast-track negotiations of trade agreements. (Under the terms of fast track, the administration is allowed to negotiate a treaty that cannot be amended by Congress. The legislators can only approve or disapprove it. The North American Free Trade Agreement was negotiated under fasttrack and did not include protection for workers or. the environment. The AFL-CIO opposes any agreements which do not include such ·protections. See story on page 5.) Record of Achievement While noting that he and the AFL-CIO disagree on the need for fast track, Clinton pointed out the many issues on which the administration and labor have worked together: education improvements, better health care, deficit reduction and increased minimum wage, among others. The president told the delegates he has strongly supported the rights of workers during his term in office. "Investing in our people also means protecting the rights of workers, to demand their rights. Over the past four years we've defeated callous attempts to repeal prevailing wage laws, to bring back company unions, to weaken occupational safety laws," Clinton said. ''We cracked down on · sweatshops and fought to protect your pension funds and make pensions more portable. I have vetoed every piece of antilabor legislation that has crossed my desk, and I will continue to do so." Following his presenta- Continued on page 4 MTD President Michael Sacco (left), who also is president of the Seafarers, welcomes House Minority Whip David Bonier (DMich.), one of the featured speakers at the MTD convention last month in Pittsburgh. a bill that would amend the Shipping Act of 1984. Protect Worms' Rights In opening the convention, MTD President Michael Sacco, who also is president of the SIU, recalled the long fight leading to enactment of the Maritime Security Program. He pointed out the perseverance needed to win its passage, and urged delegates to employ similar fervor in protecting the rights of all working families. "We have to remember that this didn't get done overnight. It took grassroots activities and lots of hard work and sacrifice by people who supported the cause," Sacco explained. He also noted other legislative accomplishments since the 1995 MTD convention, including securing an increase in the minimum wage, defeating the socalled TEAM Act and generating a strong show of congressional support for the Jones Act. Additional coverage of the AFL-CIO Maritime Trades Department convention may be found on pages 11-14. Sacco also declared that the Teamsters' victory in their recent strike against UPS reinforced the fact that unions provide a real voice for workers. ''They threw a spotlight on the pitfalls of working part-time for low wages and few, if any, benefits, for companies earning excessive profits. Once again, the labor movement was standing up for working families, union and unrepresented, by displaying how companies were exploiting the men and women on their payrolls," he stated. Along those lines, the MTD president noted how all workers benefit from union contracts. "Everyone in this movement works together to protect not only the people we representt but also the people we don't yet represent. Because if it weren't for unions, what would happen to that nonunion person working for a living today? Do you think they would ever get a raise? Would they ever get any benefits at all? The only reason the boss does it is to keep us out," Sacco said. Seafarers LOG 3 �Congress Approves Program To Construct Two U.S.-Flag Cruise Ships in U.S. Yards Congress has approved the creation of a pilot project designed to build two U.S.-flag cruise ships in American yards by the year 2008. With bipartisan support in both the Senate and House of Representatives, the United StatesFlag Cruise Ship Pilot Project is part of a larger effort to convert U.S. shipyards from building warships to commercial vessels. The ships will be used in the Hawaiian Islands' trade. Under the terms of the project, American Classic Voyages will be allowed within the next 18 months to register a foreign-built cruise ship under the U.S. flag and sail it with American crews until the second passenger ship is built and in service. American Classic Voyages operates the SIU-crewed SS Independence. SIU Vice President Contracts Augie Tellez noted that the program as it has been created will mean more jobs for Seafarers as the ships come on line. Senator Daniel Inouye (DHawaii), who along with Senator Ted Stevens (R-Alaska), pushed for the project, called the effort "a milestone for our U.S.-flag cruise industry. After decades of dormancy in the oceangoing U.S. cruise ship arena, we now have a U.S. company that is willing to make a very substantial investment to try to rebuild our once proud U.S.-flag passenger fleet." Joining the two senators in support of the pilot program on the other side of the Capitol were Representatives Bob Livingston (R-La.) and Neil Abercrombie CD-Hawaii). Speaking on the floor of the Senate on September 25, Inouye told his colleagues the project "will jump start cruise ship construction in the United States, develop the U.S.-flag cruise industry and help reduce U.S. shipyard dependence on [Defense Department] construction-all without federal funds ." Create New Jobs 'The pilot project will create thousands of American jobs in U.S. shipyards during construction and onboard the vessels upon completion," the Hawaii senator stated. "It will create some 2,500 shipyard and subcontractor jobs throughout the construction project. And upon completion of the new ships, more than 2,000 permanent onboard and shoreside support jobs will be created." Additionally, he pointed out that nearly 750 American shipboard jobs will be created when the re-flagged cruise ship enters the island market. Inouye outlined how foreignflag cruise ships dominate the passenger market to the detriment of the American economy. "Of the 30 companies operating in the North American market, three companies-foreign companies-command more than 70 percent of the market. These foreign ships are obviously built in foreign shipyards. They employ very cheap foreign labor and operate outside our regulations. They pay no U.S. taxes and are not available for U.S. emergencies." Defense CommunHy Support The highly decorated World War II veteran noted the project has the support many involved with defense and national security, including Assistant Secretary of the Navy John Douglass. The senator repeated Douglass' assertion that "the construction of large, oceangoing cruise ships [is] vital to transitioning U.S. shipyards back into the construction of cruise ships and to sustain this country's shipbuilding base." He also noted the Navy's interest in the project to explore "the potential use of the hull design for these cruise ships as the hull design for future Joint Command and Control ships." When he introduced the project earlier this year, Inouye pointed out how cruise ships have been converted in times of war to transport soldiers. He recalled his own experience during World War II sailing across the Pacific aboard a converted passenger ship. AFL-CIO Reaffirms Support for Maritime Continued from page 3 tion on the need for fast-track authority, Clinton then stated, "America is far better off when the friends of working people stand together without letting one issue trump all the others. Friends and allies don't participate in the politics of abandonment; they band together-disagreeing when they must-but banding together:' Reaffirming the president's message of support for working men and women was Labor Secretary Herman. ''Together, we have forged an impressive record of achievement. Together, we have served the American worker well. And, together, I feel there is nothing we cannot accomplish," Herman noted. "I firmly believe-as I know you do-that trade permits the American economy to grow, and for many American workers to find high-wage, high-skill jobs. But I believe-just as firmly -that no American worker can Get Your TRB Now All Seafarers who have not applied for a training record book (TAB) are encouraged to do so as soon as possible. Applications are available at all SIU halls and also are printed in the March, April, May, June, July and August issues of the Seafarers Log. Jointly developed by the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and EducaUon, the SIU and Seafarers-contracted companies, the TRB is designed to help SIU members comply with new regulations governing the training and certification of mariners. The document has been accepted by the U.S. Coast Guard. Original TRBs wilt be issued at no charge to members. 4 Seafarers LOii be left behind if we want to call our trade policy a success. "It is not enough that some may win and some may lose. Every American must share in this prosperity," the secretary added. Among the other speakers addressing the convention were Sens. Arlen Specter (R-Pa.), Thomas Daschle (D-S.D.), Edward Kennedy (D-Mass.) and Robert Torricelli (D-N.J.); Rep. Richard Gephardt (D-Mo.); the Rev. Jesse Jackson; and Bill Jordan, general secretary of the International Confederation of Free Trade Unions. Labor Secretary Alexis Herman tells the delegates to the AFL-CIO Convention, "No American worker can be left behind if we want to call our trade policy a success." The SIU's manpower office keeps track of who is available to ship and what vessels need crewmembers through the use of information walls, computers and telephones. Staffers Karen Quade (left) and Carol Johnson monitor activities on their computers. Manpower Of lice Provides Immediate Tracking Of Members' Availability From issuing a job order to a port to keeping track of Seafarers registered on the beach waiting to return to work, the SIU's manpower office provides the union with the overview of all shipping activities involving its membership. The office, located in Piney Point, Md. at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education, is connected electronically to all SIU hiring halls. From the moment a member signs off a ship and registers to the time he or she throws in at the counter and is shipped out, the manpower office maintains an active record of the Seafarer in its computers. Through this system, the union has an accurate daily account of who is available for shipping, of what ratings in which department the member sails and in what part of the country the member is living. Headquarters Representative Carl Peth, who oversees the dayto-day operations of the office, noted this is how the union is able to crew ships in times of emergencies, such as the Persian Gulf War in 1990 and 1991. ''We can operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week, working with our halls to handle such a request as was done during Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm," Peth stated. "Of the 58 ships called to active duty and crewed by the SIU during that time, not one ship was delayed because of a shortage of unlicensed seamen." The tracking system is activated when a member returns to his or her hiring hall and registers that he or she is ready to ship out. The information is typed into a computer at the hall and sent immediately to the manpower office. Manpower, by working with the Paul Hall Center's admissions office, also can monitor and verify the information supplied by the Seafarer concerning training, STCW documentation and meeting other international conventions. Reports are printed daily on the registration and shipping activities at each port, so the office has immediate infonnation on the availability of members. A Seafarer stays in the readyto-ship records until he or she acquires a job. That information also is transmitted via computer to manpower, which drops the member from the daily registered report. Cape Mohican Crew Praised for Role in Military Exercise Seafarers aboard the Ready Reserve Force (RRF) vessel Cape Mohican were commended by the Military Sealift Command (MSC) Far East Fleet for their outstanding performance during extensive sealift exercises which took place in April during turbulent weather conditions off the coast of Australia. Following the completion of Tandem Thrust '97, Captain Peter J. Gaskin II, Commander of the MSC Far East Fleet, praised the captain and crew of the OMI Corp. vessel, which the company operates for the Maritime Administration. "As you steam towards the West Coast, I wish to pass along a hearty bravo zulu for the Cape Mohican's outstanding performance during Tandem Thrust '97. "In spite of the most difficult conditions caused by Cyclone Justin, the ship carried out every evolution safely, expeditiously and flawlessly. Your support, cooperation and sage advice contributed immeasurably to the success of the deployment, operation and redeployment phases of the JLOTS [joint logistics over the shore] mission during this high visibility combined exercise. "Additionally, your understanding of MSC Far East operating and reporting procedures have set the standard for others to emulate. Our Australian hosts were most pleased with your attention and consideration of their port procedures and the extra effort each of your crew demonstrated in protecting their environment by compliance with all their rules and regulations. Well done," concluded Gaskin. JLOTS are practice drills designed to prepare for actual sealift operations. In some cases, all U.S. armed forces send equipment out to the ships, which anchor and then try different loading and unloading operations. JLOTS operations normally have taken place once a year since 1986. The U.S. Army, Navy and Marine Corps took part in Tandem Thrust '97. The Cape Mohican, a participant in several previous JLOTS drills, was selected to participate because of its unique design and demonstrated versatility. Built 24 years ago in Massachusetts, the Cape Mohican (as well as its sister ships, Cape Mendocino and Cape May) was operated commercially until 1986 when it was turned over to the Maritime Administration. Since then, the vessel's configuration has been enhanced to bolster its role as a military lighterage (small barge or parcel of cargo) carrier. For example, additional pedestals were installed to allow the ship to carry undersized lighterage, and container adapter frames (originally designed for carrying containers while the ship was in commercial use) were modified to allow transport of many different types of military lighterage. The Cape Mohican is 875 feet long, 106 feet wide and has a maximum draft of 39 feet when fully loaded. The ship displaces 57,290 tons and has a service speed of 19.25 knots. The vessel also features a state-of-the-art firefighting system and a 2,000-ton self-synchronizing elevator which is capable of lifting two barges simultaneously. Because the Cape Mohican's barges can be removed, the ship during military support missions has carried a wide range of materiel, including tugboats, fuel storage containers, tanks and jeeps. October 1997 �AFL-CIO Calls for Fair Trade Agreements Worker, Environmental Protections Must Be Addressed, Convention Declares Answering the call of the AFL-CIO's new organizing logo "You have a voice, make it heard!," speaker after speaker told delegates to the labor federation's 22nd biennial convention that they must stop attempts in Washington to authorize fast-track negotiations for international trade agreements that do not include provisions to protect workers and the environment. "We have an eloquent point of view-working families' point of view-and we need to express it loudly and clearly," AFL-CIO President John Sweeney stated as the convention-meeting in Pittsburgh September 22-25began its consideration of a resolution entitled "Workers and the Global Economy." ''The battle over fast track is important to every union in this room-craft, industrial, service and public union alike-because trade agreements without worker rights and human rights and environmental standards undermine the wages and jobs of us all just as they damage the communities where we live and work,'' Sweeney pointed out. That resolution, which passed unanimously, included language that the AFL-CIO would "oppose any extension of trade preferences that does not require adherence to internationally recognized core labor standards and minimum environmental standards." Such provisions were not included in the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), which was negotiated using fasttrack provisions. The nations covered by NAFTA are Canada, Mexico and the United States. Under fast track, the Congress gives up its right to amend a treaty. It can only approve or dis- and working standards based on NAFfA and the proposed legislation to expand it. "We can compete with any worker in the world," Jackson announced. "We cannot compete with slave labor!" Senate Support Representative Richard Gephardt AFL-CIO President John Sweeney Senator Edward Kennedy approve the entire package. President Clinton last month asked Congress to authorize fasttrack negotiations to expand NAFfA to countries in Central and South America. Since NAFTA was implemented in 1994, nearly 400,000 jobs have been lost in the U.S. as companies have closed their factories and moved to Mexico. In his address to the convention, House Minority Leader Richard Gephardt (D-Mo.) showed slides of the living conditions endured by Mexican workers employed in the factories that have sprung up across the border from the United States. The photographs, taken by Gephardt during his recent visit to the region, showed families living in cardboard shipping boxes, on dirt floors and with no running water or electricity. Gephardt then held a postersized photo of a young girl he met on the trip. "I looked at her face and realized this little girl is our little girl," he told the delegates. "We've always stood for what's right. What's happening on our borders is not right! It's not right for her; it's not right for our workers! "If we allow this to go on, we will have a race to the bottom!" Gephardt added. In his address at the end of the convention, the Rev. Jesse Jackson also decried the apparent efforts to lower American living The Reverend Jesse Jackson Senator Thomas Daschle Senator Arlen Specter Displays Effects Seafarers March Through the City of Brotherly Love More than 50 Seafarers participated in the annual Philadelphia Labor Day parade held Saturday, September 6. Union members were joined by their friends and families in the three-mile march through downtown Philadelphia that concluded at Independence Mall. Seafarers enjoy a shady spot on lndependance Mall in Philadelphia following the Labor Day parade. Standing from left are Harry Smith, Ed Haywood, Carl Wolf, Steve Sheeran, Bert Smith, {kneeling from left) Joseph Smith, Allen Smith and John Smith. October 1997 The Philadelphia Labor Day parade was a fun event for SIU members who sail from that port. Posing for a photo after the parade concluded are (from left) Jay Chapin, Tim Burns, John Gallagher, Mike Fay, John Haller, Bill Mccorkle and Steve Sheeran. Joining Sweeney, Gephardt and Jackson in the call for fair trade, rather than free trade, agreements were three members of the Senate. "No trade agreement is as good as a sweatshop agreement," Sen. Edward Kennedy (D-Mass.) proclaimed. "Instead of weakening labor laws, we should be strengthening them. "The last thing Congress should do is put hard working men and women in communities across America on a fast track into unemployment lines," he told the convention. Sen. Thomas Daschle (D-S.D.) stated, "American workers can out-compete anyone, anywhere. We've proven that over and over. "But we can't win in a 21st century economy by returning to 19th century working conditions. Trade ought to lift the world's standards up, not tear our standards down," said the Senate's Democratic Party leader. Adding his voice in support was Sen. Arlen Specter (R-Pa.). Acknowledging he had wrongly supported NAFfA when it was proposed, the Pennsylvania legislator noted, "I am totally opposed to fast track." While legislation to authorize fast track has been introduced to Congress, no date for consideration has been scheduled in either the House or the Senate. Jones Act Support List Continues to Grow More legislators are adding their names as co-sponsors of a resolution proclaiming support for the Jones Act, the nation's freight cabotage law. As of September 30, a total of 227 members of the House of Representatives were listed as co-sponsors of House Concurrent Resolution 65 (HCR 65). With more than half of the 435 members of the House signed on to the resolution, any effort to change or eliminate the 1920 cabotage law would be greatly hampered. HCR 65 cleared the majority mark just after Labor Day. However, Representative Joseph Moakley (D-Mass.), who along with Representative Gerald Solomon (R-N.Y.) introduced the measure on April 23, said efforts would continue to gain more supporters for HCR 65 which is backed by the SIU. "Our goal is to make as emphatic a statement as possible about the need and support for the Jones Act and the invaluable contribution a strong domestic maritime industry makes to our economic and national security," the Massachusetts legislator said when majority status for the resolution was reached last month. "My colleagues understand the important military, environmental, safety and commercial benefits of the Jones Act, a good law that pays big dividends for our nation." HCR 65 has received broad support from Republicans and Democrats. It has been endorsed by 17 of the 19 House members who sit on committees and panels dealing directly with the U.S.-flag fleet. It also has the support of 20 full committee chairmen and ranking minority party members. Under the rules of Congress, a concurrent resolution like HCR 65 does not carry the weight of a law. However, it does strongly deliver a formal statement or sentiment of the legislative body. Despite HCR 65 having the support of a majority in the House, Representative Mark Sanford (R-S.C.) introduced legislation (HR 2420) last month to alter the Passenger Vessel Services Act, the nation's passenger cabotage law. Like a measure (S. 803) offered earlier in the year by Senator Strom Thurmond (R-S.C.), H.R. 2420 would permit larger foreign-flag cruise ships to sail in the U.S. domestic trades. The SIU has announced its opposition to both measures. Seafarers LOG 5 �Two Boatmen Saved By Global Link Crew On May 19, 1997, the C.S. Global link, in keeping with the highest tradition of the sea, rescued two men whose 19-foot motorboat capsized in the Persian Gulf some 30 miles off the coast of the United Arab Emirates. Chief Steward Shawn R. Fujiwara provided the following anicle about the rescue by the Tyco International vessel as well as the accompanying photographs. The Global Link was enroute to Catania, Sicily after offloading spare cable in Abu Dhabi. The vessel had recently completed laying a major segment of the Fiber Link Around the Globe (FLAG) cable system. This segment was installed between Mumbai, India and Malaysia. (The FLAG project is a 26,000 kilometer system running from England to Japan.) The cable ship had departed , OS Maurice Ayuso (center) stands between the two survivors. Ayuso was the first to spot the men in the sea. Abu Dhabi early that afternoon and was headed for the Strait of Hormuz when the lookout, OS Maurice Ayuso, spotted two men shouting and waving frantically while trying to balance themselves on what was left of their boat's hull. After word was passed to the bridge, AB Terrence Kane assisted as lookout on the wing while AB Karmell Crawford f:Jl'J manned the wheel. Second Mate Bob Duke informed Captain R.A. Jones that there were two men in the water, whereupon the captain quickly gave the order to change course and head for the men. Dusk was setting in fast; there was less than an hour of daylight remaining. As Capt. Jones manuevered the Global Link close to the capsized boat, rescue efforts on deck were coordinated by Chief Mate Miroslav Mavra. The ship's rescue boat was launched. On deck, Bosun Jose Gomez and the deck gang prepared the ship for the operation. Once the rescue boat was alongside, the two survivors quickly jumped aboard. The boat then returned to the Global link. Local authorities were contacted, and the cable ship proceeded to a rendezvous point off the port of Mina Jebel Ali to await transfer of the two men to a coast guard launch. While the survivors waited on board, they were examined by the ship's nurse, Denise Schleif, who found that, except for being exhausted and dehydrated from being in the ocean for more than seven hours, they were in good shape and good spirits, all things considered. The two men took a hot shower and were given dry clothes to wear while their clothes were being washed. In addition, SA Connie Gaines provided them with hot soup and a snack from the galley. The rescued boatmen told the crew that they were on their way to a boat race in Dubai, UAE when the accident occurred. They had spent more than seven hours in the shark-infested waters before being spotted by the C.S. Global Link. A tanker had sailed past only 30 minutes before but New Bedford Port Agent Delivers Workers' Message to U.S. Commerce Secretary Daley In a New Bedford, Mass. hotel ballroom packed with fishermen, Jumpers (fish unloaders), processing workers and their families, SIU Port Agent Henri Francois recently delivered a sobering message to U.S. Commerce Secretary William Daley, top officials of the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) and Congressman Barney Frank (D-Mass.), who arranged the meeting. ·The agents working on your behalf ... are failing in their duty to protect the most vulnerable members of this proud industry: the deckhands, cooks, mates and workers in industries supported by commercial fishing;• Francois informed the federal _. ·. officials. I!;;;;;=================-=Francois specifically criticized long-standing Southem California Ports NMFS policies which he said reward non-union boats Lead in Container Traffic and punish crewmembers by destroying jobs and creThree California ports were among the top I 0 in a ating barriers to advancement. These include boat list of the nation's ports having the highest flow of buyouts to reduce fleet size, heavy cuts in fishing traffic. Long Beach and Los Angeles, Calif. were num- days, and development of rules which would allow ber one and two, respectively, handling more contain- boatowners to "consolidate" fishing days onto fewer er traffic in the first six months of 1997 than other vessels, further reducing available work. (NMFS, the agency charged with managing American fish stocks, ports in the U.S. They were followed by New York, is part of the Commerce Department.) Charleston, S.C., Seattle, Wash. and Hampton Roads, The visit by Secretary Daley to the third-ranked Va. Oakland came in seventh, followed by Miami, fishing port in the U.S. and the top mainland port in Houston and Tacoma, Wash. terms of value of fish landed marks the fulfillment of a promise by Rep. Frank, who has worked tenaciousLoyal Merchant Mariner Kodelya ly to help this community. Francois, Frank and the Dies of Cancer at 72 many others who testified all underscored the success Frank Kodelya, 72, a loyal merchant marine veter- of industry sacrifices made over the last five years to rebuild depleted groundfish stocks off the coast of an, died July 7, 1997. He joined the merchant marine in 1943 and retired New England. Groundfish include the cod, haddock three years later as an AB. He later was drafted into the and flounder for which the region is famous. Despite the success the industry has had in bringU.S. Army for duty in the Korean War. Although he remained in the Army reserve until he ing back these stocks-so successful that union fishretired as a colonel, Kodelya was a charter member of ermen had one of the best years in the past 20 in 1996 despite being limited in fishing days-the govthe Lone Star Chapter of the American Merchant Marine Veterans (AMMV) in Houston and later helped ernment still intends to further reduce fishing time establish six other chapters, including one in St. Louis. over the next few years. It is hoped that continuing According to a close friend, he devoted all his time good news in terms of stock recovery and the attento the AMMV because he felt the Army had enough tion of the highest levels of the Clinton administrapublicity but that the merchant marine was forgotten tion will lead to relief in the near future. As Francois pointed out, "The fish are back not by the U.S. government. Kodelya leaves behind his wife, Jo Ela, seven chil- because of what is yet to happen, but because of what has already been sacrificed." dren and 10 grandchildren. II 6 Maritime Briefs Seafarers LOG ·- I I Helping the two survivors climb aboard the C.S. Global Link are Chief Mate Miroslav Mavra, Bosun Jose Gomez, 1st Engineer John Rath and 1st Officer James Herron. did not see the two men. With darkness closing in, it was fortunate the cable ship came along when it did. Although the men could speak only limited English, they expressed much gratitude toward the American seafarers. The Global link held station outside the channel until the launch arrived to take the men home. After waves and shouts of good-bye, and a promise by the two men to write to their new American friends, the ship resumed its course for Baltimore via cable discharge stops in Sicily and England. Speedy, Selfless Reaction Rescues Algol Shipmate In a startling situation that demanded a fast, courageous response, Seafarers aboard the USNS Algol delivered. As a result, they saved the life of a shipmate. Earlier this year, ABs Jim Crate and Garry Ammar led the successful rescue of Junior Engineer Domingo Mireles after the engine department member fell into icy waters while the Algol was anchored in Bremerhaven, Germany. The rescue took place shortly after midnight. "Had it not been for the alert and immediate action taken by Garry Ammar and Jim Crate, without regard for their own safety, Domingo Mireles' story might well have ended in tragedy," noted Third Mate Ernest Mott, who chronicled the ordeal in a letter to the Seafarers log. "They are real-life heroes, and I'm proud of their example of good seamanship. Credit also goes to the many other crewmembers who responded." Operated by Bay Ship Management for the U.S. Military Sealift Command, the Algol had been in reduced operating status when it received a call to transport military equipment and personnel from Texas to Europe. The vessel docked in Bremerhaven, and cargo operations were suspended until the following morning. Mireles lost his footing near the gangway and fell into the frigid water. Ammar, on gangway watch, immediately tossed a life ring to Mireles and then radioed for assistance. While AB David Horton and Third Mate Ruben Abasolo raced toward the scene, Crate scaled down the dock wall and landed on an unsteady fender. He stabilized himself by placing one foot against the ship's hull, one foot against the dock wall and a hand on the fender. Quickly losing strength, Mireles could not grasp the life ring for more than a few seconds, and the initial attempts to save him were unsuccessful. Weighted down by water-logged clothes and battling a current, he finally slipped from Crate's grasp and disappeared from sight, under the fender. According to Mott's letter, "Jim Crate bent over and reached down one more time. He grabbed hold and, in what only can be described as an adrenaline rush, summoned the strength to pull Domingo out of the water with his left arm. This was an incredible feat considering the man's weight, his water-soaked clothes and the adverse current. It was a one-armed curl of well over 200 pounds." Crate secured a line around Mireles. Then, Ammar, Horton, AB Greg Sheppard and others pulled him onto the dock. The crewmembers were relieved when Mireles-pale, blue-lipped and exhausted but conscious-quietly said, "I'm okay." Roy Zanca, Electrician Ammar and Abasolo carried Mireles to his cabin and helped him into a warm shower. After Mireles donned dry clothing and sipped tea brought by Chief Cook Millie Ard, he fell asleep. Chief Mate William Nehring checked Mireles' vital signs and deemed him unharmed. However, the chief mate, Ammar and AB Ryan Zanca took turns at an allnight vigil at Mireles' bedside in order to ensure that he was okay. In addition to those already mentioned, SIU members aboard the Algol during the rescue included Bosun Lester Hoffman, ABs Ervin Davis and Charles Miller, OSs Ismael Manley, Larry Reed and Ricardo Alvarez, DEU Alvin Franklin, Junior Engineers William Kelley, Darryl White and William Summers, OMUs Michael Repko, Jeffrey Fields and Kim Higgins, Wiper Jose Salcedo, Chief Steward Calvin Hazzard, Assistant Cook Israel McGee and GSUs Myrtis Clark, David Buchanan and Gayl Payton. October 1997 �Ten Recertified Basuns Prepare far Leadership Roles Each of the I 0 Seafarers who graduated from the bosun recertification program during last month's membership meeting in Piney Point, Md. took with them a unity of purpose-to become informed on current trends in the maritime industry, including changing shipboard technology and updated seamanship techniques. Yet each also got something more specific which they believe wilJ help them, as individuals, perform their jobs better and prepare them for a leadership role among their fellow crewmembers. Completing this course of study-the highest curriculum available to Seafarers who sail in the deck department-were James Blanchard, Joseph Ca- ruso, Mauro Gutierrez, Jeffrey Kass, Nathaniel Leary, Joel Lechel, Jose Loureiro, Michael Ortiz, Mario Romero and Jimmie Scheck. As they were called to accept their graduation certificates, each bosun took a tum at the podium to thank the union officials and instructors for their support and encouragement. As was the case with most of the other graduates, this was not the first time James Blanchard had upgraded his skills at the Lundeberg School. It was, in fact, the fourth such visit for the 57-year-old, who joined the union in 1964 in the port of New Orleans and now sails from the port of Mobile, Ala. Blanchard found his experience at Piney Point to be a very good one and recommended it highly to his fellow Seafarers. Joseph Caruso, 40, found the first aid and CPR classes to be useful, but particularly enjoyed the time he spent with instructor Ed Boyer learning new wiresplicing ideas. This was also the fourth upgrading course for the 17-year SIU member, who sails from the port of New York. "Upgrading," Caruso said, "is the way of the future. To continue to be the best unlicensed seamen in the world, we have to continue to strive for excellence through education." Caruso's uncle, also named Joseph, was an SIU member for 43 years. He died last year, and the newly recertified bosun said his graduation "is a tribute to my uncle." With breathing apparatuses at the ready following a refresher firefighting class, the 1O recertified bosuns and their instructor pose for a photo. From the left (front row) are Mauro Gutierrez, Mario Romero, Joel Lechel, (second row) Nathaniel Leary, James Blanchard, Jose Loureiro, Jimmie Scheck, (third row) Michael Ortiz, Joseph Caruso, Jeffrey Kass and instructor Stormie Combs. Mauro Gutierrez, 52, thanked a number of past and present officials who helped him throughout his maritime career. The recertified bosun, who joined the SIU in 1982 in Wilmington, Calif. and continues to sail from that port, said, "I encourage all Seafarers to upgrade. This is a great school with a great staff. God bless the SIU!" This was Gutierrez's first course at the upgrading Lundeberg school, and he found it a very positive one. "The crane operations course will help me aboard ship, as will learning the proper techniques for loading and unloading cargo the easy way," he noted. And learning to operate a computer was a first for him as well. Gutierrez was impressed with the facilities at the Paul Ha11 Center, especially the fact that the faculty members were approachable at all times. Pointing to paintings of Paul Hall, Harry Lundeberg and Andrew Furuseth hanging behind the podium, Jeffrey Kass, 44, said, "Without that history behind us, none of us would be here." Kass joined the SIU in 1973 in Piney Point following his graduation from the entry-level program and now sails from the port of Seattle. One aspect of the training he enjoyed was seeing Many of the bosuns enjoyed the wire-splicing class that was required to complete the recertification course. Practicing some of their new skills are (from left) Nathaniel Leary, Jose Loureiro and Joel Lechel. October 1997 nine other bosuns from different areas and different backgrounds come together and form a cohesive unit. He, too, believes that his training in firefighting and CPR, as well as in crane and forklift operations, will help him greatly in the future Repeat Upgraclss Nathaniel Leary, 38, graduated from the entry-level program at Piney Point in 1980, and has upgraded several times at the Harry Lundeberg School. "Support the SIU and our union leaders. Our officials deserve our thanks," said Leary, who ships from the port of Norfolk, Va. To the unlicensed apprentices in the audience, he stressed, "Upgrading is the key to getting ahead." "We've got a first-class organization here," noted Joel Lechel, 38, who graduated from the entry-level program at Piney Point in 1979. "The instructors do a great job with everyone. All you have to do is apply youself." This was the fifth time back at the school for Lechel, who now sails from the port of Algonac, Mich. "I'm proud to be a keyrated person onboard any SIU ship," he added. "I've accomplished a lot in my life, and the SIU is a big player in it." Upgrading is very important for Lechel, who was accompanied at the school by his wife and daughter. He urged fellow Seafarers to keep returning to the Lundeberg School to be more knowledgeable in the maritime workforce-not only with regard to firefighting and CPR skills, but also with respect to current and future trends in the industry. With graduation certificate in hand, Jose Loureiro, 41, expressed particular thanks to the school's instructors for helping him become more computer-literate. "It always helps to be knowledgeable about computers in this 'computer age' we live in," he stated. But he also expressed his appreciation for the refresher CPR and firefighting courses "because they can save lives." The experience of meeting other bosuns from all over the country and exchanging ideas and ways of work with them was a bonus for Loureiro, who joined the SIU in 1988 in the port of San Francisco and who now sails from Wilmington. Having taken the tanker operations/safety course in 1995, Loureiro knew he was in for a positive educational experience, and he urged other SIU members to take advantage of the school as well. Now sailing from Wilmington, Michael Ortiz, 36, also began his seafaring career following his graduation from the entry-level program at Piney Point. Learning more about how the SIU makes its voice heard on Capitol Hill was very instructive for the new recertified bosun. The benefits of upgrading, he stressed, have no limits. Ortiz's wife, Susana, accompanied him to the school, and he was most appreciative of the "respect, courtesy and kindness" accorded her by the staff, instructors and union officials. "Every time I come to Piney Point for a course, I always learn something new," said Mario Romero, 4 7, who this time gained an awareness of how SPAD works. A member since 1976, he sails from the port of New York. Romero urged all SIU members to take the time to upgrade at the school and become better informed and educated about the maritime industry. For him, being an SIU member is a source of pride in having a secure job. "My home belongs to the SIU because the SIU pays my bills," he said. In addition to praising all the union officials and instructors at the school, Jimmie Scheck, 40, thanked the steward department "for helping me gain 20 pounds in five weeks." An SIU member since 1977, Scheck, who was joined at the ceremonies by his wife, Elizabeth, sails from the port of Houston. "Wire splicing with Ed Boyer was a very good class," he noted. ''There are many ways to splice a wire or line, but Mr. Boyer showed us the right way. "The more knowledge we have about our industry," Scheck added, "the stronger our union can become." To all the teachers and staff at the Lundeberg School, Scheck thanked them for their knowledge and understanding. He also expressed his satisfaction with the refresher courses in CPR and firefighting and with the reports from representatives from every department in the union and with representatives of the union's health care, vacation and pension programs, among others. In addition to their hands-on exercises and classroom work at the Lundeberg School in many different areas-such as wiresplicing, military sealift operations, use of the Paul Hall Center's simulator (which reporduces sailing conditions in ports around the world), crane operations and damage control procedures-the bosuns had to demonstrate their proficiency by passing either a written test or a practical exam or both. They met with representatives from all departments in the union, thereby enhancing their understanding of the many facets that have to come together to make the union strong. Contract enforcement was discussed with officials from the union's collective bargaining department, and representatives of the SIU's health, vacation and pension programs kept them abreast of their benefits. Mauro Gutierrez, right, is congratulated by SIU President Michael Sacco during graduation ceremonies held during the September membership meeting in Piney Point. Looking on is Nick Marrone, acting vice president of the Lundeberg school. During a trip to the union's headquarters building in Camp Springs, Md., the 10 bosuns learned about the latest efforts of the SIU's legislative and government affairs departments to promote U.S.-flag shipping and ensure job security for all Seafarers. With a·· greater understanding of the workings of both the union in general and of seamanship techniques in particular, these 10 recertified bosuns will now take their knowledge and refined skills to their fellow shipmatesbe they seasoned mariners or unlicensed apprentices-aboard ships in all parts of the world. During one segment of the course, Recertified Bosun Joseph Caruso works on improving his proficiency in maneuvering the forklift. Seafarers LOG 7 �2 Cable Ship Crewmembers Sharpen Medical Skills supplemented their previous training. In a letter to the Seafarers LOG, the master of the Global Sentinel, William H. Dowd, commended Fogg and Overby. "Both Tim and Jamie showed aptitude, attitude and the ever-present SIU professionalism those of us aboard the cable ships have come to expect,,, stated the captain. "Because of this course, they now have the ability to assist the medical personnel or the chief mate on board at the time of injury. More importantly, they can now act as a first responder-the first person on the scene of an accident or the one who discovers an injury. Due to this ability, treatment can begin as soon as the injured crewmember is discovered, saving the most valuable aid-time. asset in first Congratulations to them both," concluded Dowd. When it comes to responding to medical emergencies at sea, Seafarers make sure they are prepared for the challenge. This fact recently was confinned when two Seafarers aboard the cable ship Global Sentinel successfully completed supplemental emergency first aid training sponsored by the company. Bosun Tim Fogg and OMU Jamie Overby received certificates following a week-Jong shipboard course on CPR, anatomy, emergency medication, suturing, intravenous needle techniques, triage usage and more. Crewmembers simulated emergency medical situations requiring practicing patient assessment, treatment and communication. While the two Seafarers had taken first aid and CPR classes offered by the Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship in Piney Point, Md., the shipboard course While the Global Sentinel was docked in the port of San Francisco, Bosun Tim Fogg and OMU Jamie Overby completed a supplemental course in emergency medical training Seafarers Achieve Academic Honors Bosun Joseph Olson carefully lowers the old banner from the stack of the Global Sentinel. The Global Sentinel and her sister cable ships, the Global Link, Global Mariner, Long Lines and Charles L Brown, were sold by AT&T earlier this year to Tyco International, a manufacturer of industrial and commercial products. The five cable ships were part of AT&T's Submarine Systems Inc. Crewmembers prepare to remove the Submarine Systems Inc. banner from the Global Sentinel. Tyco lnternational's logo will be painted on the vessel's stack. Don't Just Dream of an Education, Act Now Filling out the coupon below is the first step toward pursuing your hopes, dreams and goals for a higher level of education. All Seafarers and their spouses and children who plan to attend college are encouraged to send away for the 1998 SIU Scholarship Program booklet. It contains eligibility infonnation, procedures for applying and a copy of the application fonn. (The program books also are available at all SIU halls.) Seven monetary grants will be awarded in May 1998 to three SIU members and four dependents. One of the three scholar- ships reserved for SIU members is in the amount of $15,000 and is intended to help cover the cost of attending a four-year, collegelevel course of study. The other two are for $6,000 each and are intended as two-year awards for study at a post-secondary vocational school or community college. Four scholarships are awarded in the amount of $15,000 to the spouses and dependent children of Seafarers. The Seafarers Welfare Plan (which sponsors the program) has awarded 255 scholarships to date. The recent activities of one 1978 recipient, Gordon Chew, is fea- tured at right. Filling out the application form is not difficult, but it will require some time to collect all the paperwork which must accompany the written form. These items include transcripts and certificates of graduation, letters of recommendation, results of College Entrance Examination Boards (SAT) or American College Tests (ACT), a photograph of the applicant and a certified copy of his or her birth certificate. The entire package must then be mailed and postmarked ON or BEFORE APRIL 15, 1998. r-------------------------------------, lease send me the 1998 SIU Scholarship Program booklet which contains eligibility infor- P mation, procedures for applying and a copy of the application form. Seafarer's Name _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Seafarer's Social Security Number _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Street Address _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ City, State, Zip Code _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Seafarer Chris Kavanagh (left) receives a certificate of achievement from instructor Rick Prucha for completing College Mathematics 101 with a 4.0 average. The course is a three credit college level course which covers elementary algebra topics, including equations, systems of linear equations, operations with monomials and polynomials, geometry of linear equations and quadratic equations. SIU member Bill Churney (center) is presented with his Maryland High School diploma by instructors Peggy Densford (left) and Lynn Mack. Churney successfully passed the General Equivalency Diploma (GED) exam in June after completing the 12-week GED preparation course at the Lundeberg School. Doctor Chew Helped by Scholarship In May of 1978, when 18-yearold Gordon Chew was selected to receive a 4-year scholarship from the Seafarers Welfare Plan, he said he was planning to attend the University of California at Berkeley in the fall as a biochemistry major. The son of Yak Lim (who sailed in the steward department) and Yim Ching then hoped to enter medical school and become "as good a physician as I can.n Lofty words for someone just Gordon S. Chew, M.D. out of high school, but Chew has done what he set out to do. In a letter written last year to the scholarship committee members of the Seafarers Welfare Plan, Chew updated them on his activities. "/ am doing well. Since completion of my undergraduate studies in biochemistry at the University of California at Berkeley, I have continued to pursue my career in medicine. I have graduated from the School of Medicine at the University of California at San Francisco and have completed a medicine internship. "Cu"ently, I am working in an . Emergency Medicine Residency Training Program, helping to care for patients with acute injuries and illnesses and developing my skills as a future emergency medicine physician. 'Thank you for your help. I feel very fortunate to have been selected as one of your scholarship recipients." Sincerely, Gordon S. Chew, M.D. Telephone N u m b e r - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - This application is for: D Self D Dependent Mail this completed form to Scholarship Program, Seafarers Welfare Plan, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. 10/97 L-------------------------------------~ 8 Seafarers LOG October 1997 �Unlicensed Apprentice Program Works Aboard Sea-Land Hawaii The first unlicensed apprentices to sail aboard the Sea-Land Hawaii get positive reinforcement for their efforts during the shipboard union meeting. From the left are Unlicensed Apprentice Mark Gaffney, SIU Patrolman Sean Ryan, Unlicensed Apprentice Jeff Lagana and Chief Steward Glenn Bamman. The new unlicensed apprentice program at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md. is in full swing aboard the Sea-land Hawaii. Mark Gaffney and Jeff Lagana just completed their first voyage on the Sea-Land Service containership, which recently held a payoff in Port Elizabeth, N.J. One component of the apprenticeship is a 90-day shipboard training and assessment phase. During this segment, students like Gaffney and Lagana work aboard SIU-contracted vessels, where they gain hands-on experience in all three departments. This not only helps them develop a broad range of shipboard skills, but also assists them in identifying whether they are best suited to work in the deck, engine or steward department. During the payoff, Bosun Jim Carter (who took the photographs appearing on this page) commended the two unlicensed apprentices for "not just a fine, but an outstanding job performance" and noted that all SIU members should "be proud of individuals such as these." In conducting the union meeting aboard ship, SIU Patrolman Sean Ryan called on fellow Seafarers to be a guiding hand for the new apprentices "for they are our future and the future of our industry." Gaffney, who was very enthusiastic about his 90day training and is eager to start sailing, stated that learning from the experience of other crewmembers has been a fantastic experience for him. Lagana agreed, noting that the working education he gets from the other crewmembers is "the best any individual could receive in any industry" and that he was "happy to be among some of the best and wellseasoned seamen in the world." Bosun Jim Carter puts the finishing touches on the SeaLand Hawaii nameboard. Chipping away old paint, as is being done by AB Jay Thomas (left) and AB Theodore Bush, is an important maintenance procedure. Posing for a group photo following the union meeting are (from left) Chief Cook David Valle, Chief Steward Glenn Bamman, AB Brad Brunette, Chief Electrician Daran Ragucci, Messman Roberto Lambert and Oller Jose Villot. Left: It's coffee time for AB Jay Thomas aboard the Sea-Land Service containership. AB Michael Pell (center) takes the two unlicensed apprentices under his wing. At left is Jeff Lagana; Mark Gaffney is seated. Bosun Jim Carter (right) gives Unlicensed Apprentice Jeff Lagana some painting pointers. Unlicensed Apprentice Mark Gaffney rides the bosun's chair to do some painting of the foremast. Holding onto a life preserver signed by some of the crewmembers are Engine Utility Jose Perez (left) and AB Tan-A-Joon. October 1997 During the payoff in Elizabeth, N.J., SIU Patrolman Sean Ryan (left) answers some questions for AB Michael Pell. AB Al Austin completes the sanding and finishing of the Sea-Land Hawaii nameboard, which will be attached to the ship's hull. Seafarers LOG 9 �American Republic Maintains Smooth, Around-the-Clock Work Great /Akes Enjoy Cargo Boom Seafarers sailing on the Great Lakes, including those aboard the American Republic, had a busy summer. According to the Lake Carriers' Association, an organization of U.S.-flag ship companies on the Lakes, Great Lakes vessels moved more cargo in August than in any single month since the 1980s. For the season, U.S.-flag lakers have moved 70,855,525 tons of cargo, an 8.7 percent increase as compared to last year's total at the end of August. These figures represent a constant flow of work for Seafarers aboard the American Republic. They have been busy transporting cargo since the Great Lakes sailing season began in early March. Except for special loads, the American Steamship Company (ASC) vessel keeps a regular run of carrying taconite ore along the southern shore of Lake Erie from Lorain, Ohio to Cleveland. The American Republic makes the voyage every day for L1V Steel, averaging a round trip every 24 hours during the Great Lakes shipping season. The trip across the lake-a distance of about 40 miles-sometimes lasts slightly longer than two hours. However, navigating the Cuyahoga River, which divides Cleveland, to the first docking location may last up to three hours depending on weather conditions and traffic. The American Republic, named after the old Republic Steel Company, is one of the smallest vessels in the ASC fleet. It was built in 1981 specifically to carry iron ore to steel plants located along the winding Cuyahoga. The 635-foot ship has bow and stem thrusters as well as eight rudders for the river's sharp turns. The pilothouse is located on the stem so the pilot can handle the ship going backward as well as forward. QMED Lonnie Brooks pumps ballast from the American Republic to keep the laker level while cargo is offloaded in the port of Cleveland. Safety is a constantly achieved objective aboard the American Republic. Here, Conveyorman Jeffrey Frankovich regulates air pressure in the tunnel aboard the ship. Communicating with the engineroom before offloading begins is Conveyorman Alan Schliska LEFT: For the deck gang, offloading is a key part of the voyage. Bosun Terry Henretta monitors operations to help ensure they go smoothly. Conveyormen Jeffrey Frankovich (left) and Alan Schliska lower a ladder into a cargo hold to inspect the gate. Wheelsman Brendan Murphy helps keep the wheelhouse clean. 10 Seafarers LOG Standing by in the pilothouse is Wheelsman Rick Roussin. Mi The American Republic navigates the Cuyahoga River to LTV Steel, located on Cleveland's south side. October 1997 �£ilflli?(CIICID ~lift®~ W11&1cil®~, U)®W~®rnll <r!®rnW®rnlift®rn .... ··.- ....... ,. - . . . . ..:····-·.··-.··· .... ·:·.·: ._.·.···-:.·· ':;-···... ·,.-_ ... ..·.· ._.-. , ... ...-. - . ·.·.· ()~ Backers Note Industry's Progress ~ Strong U.S.-Flag Fleet Remains I/ital ~RT~~ Representatives of the Clinton administration, Congress and the AFL-CIO-speaking September 18 and 19 at the Maritime Trades Department (MTD) biennial convention in Pittsburgh-noted both the progress made in recent years by the United States maritime industry and the ongoing need for a strong U.S.-flag fleet. Their remarks echoed many of the points contained in resolutions passed by the convention delegates, who represented the MTD's 32 member unions and 28 port councils. (MTD-affiliated unions represent approximately 8 million members.) Speakers stated support for America's cabotage laws, the Maritime Security Program (MSP), domestic shipbuilding, AFL-CIO President John Sweeney, speaking last month at the MTD convention in Pittsburgh, insists that attacks against the Jones Act "are part of a larger attack against every labor protection in every industry: fair labor laws and other issues that affect working families. Backl11g Jones Act Mort Downey, deputy secretary of the U.S. Department of Transportation, said maintaining the Jones Act is a matter of fairness. Part of the Merchant Marine Act of 1920, the Jones Act requires that cargo moving from one domestic port to another be transported aboard U.S.-flag, U.S.-crewed, U.S.-built vessels. It has been under attack from foreign agribusiness interests despite widespread support for the law in Congress. "Forty other nations reserve their domestic trade exclusively for their own flag fleet. None has ever conceded the right to regulate its own domestic commerce," Downey pointed out. "America should do the same and will do no less, even though there are those who would repeal the Jones Act and the 75 years of economic growth it has enabled." One of the nation's leading authorities on transportation research and development, Downey also pointed to the industry's recent progress that has included enactment of the MSP and a resurgence at American shipyards. "The Maritime Security Program ensures that America will continue to have Americanflag ships, crewed by welltrained, loyal American citizens on commercial- and military-con- tracted ships. It maintains a modern U.S. fleet to preserve our growing trade and maintain the sealift capacity that's so vital to our security," he said. "The Defense Department understands this is the most cost-effective, best way that they can get the capacity they need." Meanwhile, U .S. shipyards are rebounding. "Last year alone our maritime administration approved 18 Title XI financing guarantees with a value of more than $1.1 billion," Downey noted. "And, U.S. shipyards have added hundreds of vessels to their order books (in recent years), including 19 oceangoing commercial ships valued at more than $750 million. You know how many jobs that creates." Support from AR-CID President John Sweeney, president of the AFL-CIO, the national federation of trade unions, to which the SIU is affiliated, expressed solid support for the U.S.-tlag fleet and demonstrated insightful knowledge of key maritime issues. "The Jones Act does more than protect American jobs. It protects our national security, our tax base and health, safety and labor standards," he stated. "Attacks against the Jones Act are part of a larger attack against every labor protection in every industry. That is why your fight is every working American's fight." He also noted the tactics of Jones Act opponents and pledged national-level support from the federation to the MTD. "Because you've been so successful preserving the Jones Act, foreign shipping groups have been trying to weaken protections of American shipping in state legislatures. We will stand with you in the state capitals just as we stand with you in our nation's capital," Sweeney said. Another focal point for the AFL-CIO president was organizing, and he used Avondale Shipyard as a prime example of the need for a return to fairness in U.S. labor law. "Corporate America is using every trick in the book to deny workers their right to join unions and organize unions," he declared. "If you win the election, then the company stonewalls before they'll bargain a contract. "We saw this at Avondale shipyard in (New Orleans), where the company has used illegal firings, layoffs, transfers, threats and surveillance to break the spirit of the workers who voted for union representation more than four years ago. To add insult to injury, that yard gets 90 percent of its business through the U.S. Navy. That is why we're working with the Clinton administration to make sure that federal contracts are not awarded to companies that violate the letter and the spirit of federal law." A surge in new business at U.S. shipyards and enactment of the Maritime Security Program high· light recent progress for the U.S. maritime industry, notes Mort Downey, deputy secretary of the U.S. Department of Transportation. Members of Congress who addressed the convention. including Reps. Peter King (R-N. Y.) and William Coyne (D-Pa. ), each strongly proclaimed his support for U.S.-flag shipping. "Unless we have a strong merchant marine, we are not going to be a national power," said King. ''The Jones Act and the Maritime Security Act are not just labor issues, they are national security issues. We need a strong maritime industry." Coyne said America's cabotage laws must be preserved. "I strongly support the principle that Americans should buy, build and ship American. That means that Congress must maintain the Jones Act and the Passenger Vessel Services Act," he stated. Congressmen Target Key Goals For Fair Treatment of Workers The five legislators who addressed the MID convention in Pittsburgh last month spelled out key steps that must be taken to ensure fair treatment of American workers and their families. Foremost on that list of objectives are fair trade agreements, job security and an equitable sharing of the financial successes companies enjoy through increased worker productivity. With proposed fast-track legislation becoming perhaps the most passionately debated issue this fall on Capitol Hill, the congressmen focused many of their comments on U.S. laws governing international trade. (See related story on page 5.) "We're steering U.S. trade policy straight into the rocks," said House Minority Whip David Bonior (D-Mich.). '"This is not an argument over protectionism versus free trade. It's a discussion about harnessing the powers of the markets to promote long-term prosperity for everybody, rather than sinking to the lowest common denominator so a handful of economic elites can reap quick profits. It's just common sense to ask other countries to raise their standards instead of lowering ours." When fast-track negotiations for international trade agreements are used, the Congress loses its right to amend such treaties. Instead, it only can vote for or October 1997 against the proposal. Fast-track negotiations were used to craft the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFfA), a pact among the U.S., Mexico and Canada that took effect in January 1994. The president is seeking use of fast-track authority to develop agreements similar to NAFI'A with Central and South American nations. Bonior and the other speakers reviewed the numerous negative effects NAFfA has had on American workers-most of which stem from unenforceable, so-called side agreements ostensibly written to protect workers' rights and the environment-and warned against repeating those mistakes. He cited a recent study conducted by Cornell University that revealed 62 percent of U.S.-based employers have used the threat of factory relocation to Mexico during contract talks and organizing drives. "This has created downward pressure on wages and benefits in the U.S. Mexican wages also have gone down, even though productivity is up. Since NAFfA, wages have gone down from $1 an hour to 70 cents an hour in Mexico, and 8 million Mexicans have slipped into poverty. How are Mexicans supposed to buy American-made goods when they earn 70 cents an hour?" he asked. The Michigan Democrat also recalled a recent visit to Mexico earlier this year during which he saw blatant evidence of unchecked pollution by companies that have moved from the U.S. to south of the border. He said ·he stood in a field littered with used batteries whose lead leaked into the groundwater directly across from the region's largest dairy farm. ''The United States American Medical Association called the maquiladora area [which is where numerous factories have been built along the U.S. border] a cesspool of infectious disease. No wonder children born in these areas suffer a high rate of birth defects," he stated. "It is appalling that so few people hold the polluters responsible." He further noted that 3 million uninspected trucks roll into the U.S . from Mexico each year, carrying produce and other goods. "And that's not all that crosses the border. The Drug Enforcement Agency estimates that 70 percent of all the cocaine coming into the U.S. crosses the Mexican border," he observed. Massive Job Loss Rep. Ron Klink (D-Pa.) said Congress "cannot allow fast track to occur. We have proof [that it doesn't work], because fast track is what gave us NAFTA, it's what gave us GATT [the multinational General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade]. As a result, between 500,000 and 600,000 jobs have been lost in this nation." Klink contended that if "fasttrack authority is extended, we're going to extend the same kind of trade mistakes that have already seen us ship industries offshore .... We must have hearings on each of these agreements, look at them in great detail, or we're going to see Continued on page 14 Representative William Coyne Seafarers LOG 11 �Father Sinclair Oubre, clergyman and SIU member Ted Hansen, vice president, Hotel and Restaurant Employees Byron Kelley, vice president, Seafarers International Union Frank Pecquex, executive secretary-treasurer, MTD Carolyn Gentile, general counsel to Seafarers Plans George McCartney, vice president, Seafarers International Union William Zenga, vice president, Maritime Trades Department Gunnar Lundeberg, presidenVsecretary treasurer, Sailors' Union of the Pacific Thomas Skowronski, executive vice president. Marine Engineers' Beneficial Association Larry Jackson. president, American Federation of Grain Millers Paul McCarthy, vice president, Marine Engineers' Beneficial Association Gil Bateman, director of government employees, IBEW Raymond Robertson, general vice president, Iron Workers Nancy Ross, vice president, Hotel and Restaurant Employees R. Thomas Buffenbarger, president, International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers Dean Corgey, vice president, Seafarers International Union Pat Coughlan, vice president, Hotel and Restaurant Employees Lenore Miller, president, Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union Whitey Disley, president/secretary treasurer, Marine Firemen's Union Richard Davis, vice president, United Steelworkers of America Howard Richardson, vice president, Hotel and Restaurant Employees Richard Cordtz, president, Service Employees International Union Warren Mart, vice president, International Association of Machinists Tom O'Connor, president, Boilermakers Local 154 Steve Edney, National Director, United Industrial Workers 12 Seafarers LOii Ed Sullivan, business manager, Operating Engineers Local 57 Wayne Gyenizs, business manager, Operating Engineers Locaf 478 Bill Scheri, general vice president, International Association of Machinists Theresa Hoinsky, president, Fishermen's Union of America Jack Sciarrino, vice rresident, Pipefitters Loca 272 Gilles Beauregard, secreta treasurer, Office and Professional Employees International Union Jacob West, president, Iron Workers October 1997 �Charles Jones, president, International Brotherhood of Boilermakers Robert McKay, secretarytreasurer, American Maritime Officers Michael McKay, president, American Maritime Officers John Fay, executive vice president, Seafarers International Union John Bowers, president, International Lonqshoremen's Association Kermett Mangram, assistant vice president, Seafarers International Union Alex Shandrowskv, president, National Marine tngineers' Beneficial Association Wayne Steward, vice president, Operating Engineers Local 25 Frank Hanley, president, International Union of Operating Engineers Bill Bayne, assistant to the president, Pipefitters Delegates participating in the 1997 AFL·CIO Maritime Trades Department biennial convention focu d on key issue 8 i merica's working families. Pictured on these pages are Tom Kelly, vice president, American Maritime Officers some of the delegates and guests w_ho attended he two-day meeting last month in Pittsburgh. Ed Cleary, president, New York AFL-CIO Jerry Joseph, executive vice president, American Maritime Officers Robert Spiller, organizer, Iron Workers Neil Dietz, port agent, Seafarers International Union Roman Gralewicz, president, Seafarers International Union of Canada October 1997 Jim McGee, assistant vice president, Seafarers International Union Rene lioeanjie, president, National Maritime Union Jerry Wilburn, secretarytreasurer, International Brotherhood of Boilermakers Phil Clegg, secretarytreasurer, American Radio Association David Heindel, secretarytreasurer, Seafarers International Union Edward Brown, vice president, International Longshoremen's Association Buck Mercer, vice president, Seafarers International Union Bill Banig (I), executive assistant to secretary-treasurer, and Carlo Tarley, secretary-treasurer, United Mine Workers Wolfgang Hammer, international vice president, H.E.R.E. Tim Luebbert, international vice president, H.E.R.E. Michael Goodwin, president, Office and Professional Employees Doug McMillan, vice president, SIU of Canada Angus "Red" Campbell, retired vice president, Seafarers International Union Captain Jim Hopkins (I), secretary treasurer, Masters, Mates & Pilots, Captain Tim Brown, president, MM&P Michael Gavin, business agent, Operating Engineers Local399 John Phelan, president, Operating Engineers Local 399 Seafarers LOG 'I 3 �1 rf\ME ~"\. £n¥l1~CCITCID ml!m'filtiirrn® WlIDcfil®~ IID@l])~®illlt CC®illW®ill11fi.®m AH ---------------------------------------------------..l ..CJ01, _ _..... . Navy Sec'y Dalton, TRANSCOlf's Gen. Krass Underscore Magnitude of Sealifl ta U.S. Security America more and more is relying on sealift, and that dependence will continue growing well into the next century. Both U.S. Navy Secretary John Dalton and U.S. Air Force General Walter Kross of the U.S. Transportation Command and Air Mobility Command (TRANSCOM) emphasized that reliance during separate remarks September 19 at the AFL-CIO Maritime Trades Department (MTD) convention last month in Pittsburgh. Dalton and Kross particularly accentuated the critical role played by the U.S. merchant marine in America's national security. Kross, head of the Department of Defense agency that oversees the worldwide movement of supplies for U.S. armed forces, noted that America's "national military strategy is a two-war strategy. Our goal is for our combat forces to carry out our interests in two major regional contingencies [at the same time]. "We can do that because of the outstanding leverage provided to us by our civilian partners. Without you, we don't have a national military strategy. We don't have a two-war capability or a one-war capability or an ability to globally engage in peace," Kross continued. The general, who assumed TRANSCOM's leadership in 1996, further noted that U.S. dependence on sealift has grown in recent years and is unlikely to cease. "We have a mission for our country that will never go away, because human nature won't change. People like Saddam Hussein won't change. The laws of physics also won't change, meaning we'll still have earthquakes and hurricanes and other disasters where people need our help." That assistance is delivered quite economically, he pointed out. "By charging rates to move things as we create readiness, we recoup our annual operating costs 80 cents to the dollar. We are a tremendous value to the American taxpayer," Kross explained. Illustrating the importance of sealift, the general noted a saying often used by TRANSCOM's Army component: "Nothing happens until something moves. That applies to the Longshoremen, the Seafarers and everybody else. Nothing happens until we get in the game and get the goods to the fight. We're normally the first in, we're normally the last out." Moreover, he declared that the U.S. merchant marine's consistent record of loyal and effective service in times of conflict bolsters the confidence of himself and other U.S. military officials. "I saw it personally during the Persian Gulf War," recalled Kross, who served as America's director of operations and logistics for all defense transportation requirements at TRANSCOM during Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm. "You were there. You went into harm's way. You did it on time, and never a single ship had to wait for you. ''That experience demonstrated how your existence, your professional help and your job secu- With steadily increasing needs for quickly executed sealift, America relies on civilian mariners as an integral part of its national defense system, says U.S. Navy Secretary John Dalton. rity are essential elements in our partnership. That's why we support key programs like the Maritime Security Program, the Jones Act and Title XI (which affects U.S. shipyards)." Kross concluded his remarks by recognizing members of local chapters of the American Merchant Marine Veterans in attendance and pointing out how they represent the solid track record of the U.S. merchant marine. "You were there before, not only in World War II but also in Korea, Vietnam and the Persian Gulf. You're there today, and we know you'll be there tomorrow, as our partner." Need Quick Response Dalton told the audience that constant demands for faster response time by the Navy and Marine Corps, plus the sheer volume of U.S. military ships that regularly are deployed, mean added dependence on capable sealift. "On any given day, one-third of our Navy and Marine Corps is forward-deployed, and over half of our ships are underway. That can only be sustained through a logistics chain that is second-tonone," he said. For instance, Dalton pointed out that a civilian-crewed vessel operated by the U.S. Military Sealift Command recently executed underway replenishment for a half-dozen Navy ships by making six 4,000-mile round trips during annual exercises designed to hone America's sealift operations. '"This is the level of performance we're asking of today's merchant marine, and it's an example of how critical our sealift capacity is to today's Navy and Marine Corps.... Our sailors and Marines are called upon to respond to our national command authority at a rate three times greater than before 1990," he stated. Dalton added that much is at stake when those servicemen are called into action. "Our naval and expeditionary forces are our nation's 911 force of readiness, ready to go into harm's way at a moment's notice. Our visible presence around the globe is more Welcoming WWII Merchant Mariners Members of the Three Rivers and Mon-Valley (Pa.) chapters of the American Merchant Marine Veterans (AMMV) were welcome guests last month at the MTD biennial convention. All veterans of World War II, the mariners were commended by several guest speakers and by MTD President Michael Sacco (standing sixth from left). Pictured with Sacco are AMMV members Richard Dell, Don Trimbath, Mark Byrne, Bob Olsen, Joseph Friedemann, Michael McKee, Leo BeBout, Wilber Driscoll, Joseph Katusa, Romeo Lupinacci, Red Campbell, Roy Mercer, John Hurny, John Manfredi and Mark Gleeson. 14 Seafarers LOG U.S. Air Force General Walter Kross, the head of TRANSCOM, tells MTD convention delegates that America's need for sealift always will remain strong. Listening at right is MTD President Michael Sacco. important today than ever before. And our naval forces provide the necessary regional stability that guarantees freedom of the world's waterways and airways, even in areas of instability ashore." The featured speaker earlier this year at the Paul Hall Memori- al Lecture in Washington, Dalton wrapped his comments at the MTD convention by lauding the enactment of the Maritime Security Program and describing the maritime industry as being "at the very core of the strength of America." Goals Set for Fair Treatment Continued from page 11 workers' rights that are lost." One way to keep jobs in America is to purchase U.S. made goods, said Rep. James Traficant (D-Ohio). ''What will not be done from within Washington must be done from without. The American people must understand that if they market and purchase American products, a lot of our economic problems probably can be abated." Traficant noted that he has introduced legislation (H.R. 447) that would establish a toll-free number where companies may list American-made goods costing $250 or more. It would be paid for via nominal fees charged to participating companies, and would make it easier for consumers to locate American-made goods, the Ohio congressman said. Traficant also stated that he does not see the logic behind fasttrack negotiations. When it comes to international treaties, "the Constitution demands a twothirds ratification vote in the Senate. Why was there no Senate vote on NAFTA? Why shouldn't Congress have the opportunity to amend?" Underscoring that American workers are not opposed to truly fair competition, Rep. Peter King (R-N.Y.) predicted that extending fast-track authority will only exacerbate the export of American jobs while driving down wages in the U.S. "It's absolutely wrong to ask American workers to compete with slave labor," he said. King also stated his opposition to a bill that would replace overtime pay with compensatory time off, as well as to the so-called TEAM Act, which would bring back company (sham) unions. Rep. William Coyne (D-Pa.) summarized the feelings of many working families when he said, "Most Americans are concerned about job security, stagnant wages, the rising cost of health care, .retirement and their children's futures. The American dream is threatened and we all recognize that. For the first time in 50 years, the middle class has begun to shrink." He maintained that "global competition and changes in technology are keeping strong downward pressure on wages and salaries for all but the most highly paid corporate executives and CEOs. Our country is richer than ever, but the economic bonanza has not been equally shared by all Americans." Rep. Coyne concluded that American workers only want fair treatment, in trade agreements and all other laws. "We must work to modify fast track so that it includes provi- · sions to adequately address labor and the environment. Failing that, labor's friends, myself included, will reject this legislation. "Americans deserve to know that if they work hard and play by the rules, they will be guaranteed a decent standard of living and affordable health care when they retire." October 1997 / �Dispatchers' Report for Deep Sea November & December 1997 :· Membership Meetings ·Deep Sea, Lakes, Inland Waters AUGUST 16 - SEPTEMBER 15, 1997 *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Clas.s A Class B Class C Port New York. Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle ' Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St. Louis Piney Point Algonac Totals Port New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St. Louis Piney Point Algonac Totals Port New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Fnmcisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St. Louis Piney Point Algonac Totals '26w > 1 3 f9 14 18 21 22 15 33 9 5 14 5 7 8 8 13 18 8 13 22 4 4 0 1 5 I 1 6 2 4 2 2 3 7 4 3 12 15 1 6 1 0 2 0 1 220 154 41 26 13 1 5 6 12 5 14 9 6 18 3 3 14 0 10 1 7 7 1 0 0 0 8 7 11 7 8 9 6 7 1 0 0 4 2 1 9 7 ·1 . TOTAL smPPED All Groups Clas.s A Class B Clas.s C 19 5 7 17 5 16 14 17 11 23 12 6 24 0 0 0 176 DECK DEPARTMENT 7 2 5 0 4 0 6 3 10 12 7 2 5 2 6 4 5 11 10 4 14 2 11 2 10 16 0 2 4 5 1 5 14 0 0 0 1 0 I 102 33 77 0 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 13 11 0 4 1 0 0 0 5 7 0 2 0 4 7 3 2 6 2 1 5 10 10 15 9 2 2 0 8 8 2 2 1 5 11 1 10 10 3 6 3 6 2 6 6 3 8 3 9 15 2· ;l 4 2 0 2 0 2 0 2 0 52 104 90 21 STEWARD DEPARTMENT · 4 · ··· ··· ·o 1 0 1 28 ""14 ·· S · ·· o····· · .·': : : ::::" tt 4 3 3 2 0 0 1 3 2 2 0 0 4 3 3 7 3 5 2 1 2 0 3 4 16 21 4 3 I 2 0 3 1 3 4 0 4 1 37 8 3 4 23 7 31 5 2 4 1 5 5 0 4 1 49 3 11 13 1 9 0 154 0 6 0 1 3 1 l 0 0 18 2 7 12 0 1 0 112 13 Port New York 4 0 Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans 1 Jacksonville 24 2 6 10 7 5 11 7 15 14 13 15 4 38 13 1 San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St. Louis Piney Point Algonac Totals 11 7 O O 1 54 Totals All Departments 538 4 1 10 1 3 2 12 1 6 7 5 10 0 3 67 6 2 3 1 1 0 177 126 483 208 8 2 l 3 0 0 110 **REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Clas.s C Piney Point. .......••..... Monday: November3, December 8 3 9 1 2 3 103 18 Trip Reliefs 64 4 33 6 l3 25 22 29 18 12 18 46 22 42 32 20 56 19 28 5 12 8 34 6 5 1 399 17 26 7 2 239 1 0 7 3 5 0 6 5 8 32 1 11 4 5 6 6 11 11 11 13 8 19 19 13 28 5 7 18 1; · 2 17 15 12 10 5 14 11 ·o 2 1 0 3 2 1 3 2 3 Houston .................... Monday: November 10, December 15 New Orleans ........... Wednesday: November 12• Tuesday: December 16 *Date change due to ~terans Day holiday 1 l 5 6 3 0 4 0 2 9 1 0 1 1 0 0 0 6 0 0 0 0 13 2 5 8 13 0 6 0 2 3 l 28 6 9 51 13 18 7 7 2 8 52 5 17 18 1 11 0 260 New Bedford ............Tuesday: November 18,December23 Personals ROBERT JOHN ARNEEL Please contact Arlene Faracchio in Jacksonville, Fla. LEONARD A. BEETCHER Friends or relatives of Leonard A. Beetcher are asked to contact his daughter, Sheila Grossinger, who is seeking information about her father. Beetcher once sailed out of the ports of Duluth, Minn. and Superior, Wis. Sheila Grossinger's address is Rt. 1, Box 206B, Cushing, MN 56443. Her telephone number is (218) 575-2684. 5 2 MICHAELANTHONYJOHNSON Please contact Ms. Johnson at ( 334) 471-3050 as soon as possible. 87 1 1 0 23 44 3 9 16 4 3 14 14 23 29 25 23 4 13 26 16 1 5 0 7 0 292 0 205 181 927 76() 321 9 21 13 8 4 Jersey City ............... Wednesday: November 19, December24 1 90 6 Duluth ......................Wednesday: No\.elllber 12, Derember 17 0 8 44 14 1 10 0 9 I 1 2 3 Honolulu ..................Friday: November 14, December 19 0 0 4 San Juan ...................Thursday: November 6, December 11 6 2 9 2 7 Tacoma.....................Fri.day: November 21, December 26 6 :. 22 190 Algonac .................... Friday: November 7, December 12 St. Louis ...................Friday: November 14, December 19 3 11 1 1 0 0 352 Jacksonville ..............Thursday: November 6, December 11 San Francisco ...........Thursday: November 13, December 18 ENTRY DEPARTMENT 0 24 2 0 2 0 0 2 0 15 9 0 0 0 5 4 0 6 3 1 15 0 5 7 5 2 0 2 0 4 8 2 0 9 8 0 4 0 2 0 4 25 59 0 1 10 6 0 0 0 19 0 0 2 0 0 1 1 0 123 34 123 426 Norfolk.....................Thursday: November 6, December 11 57 1 36 3 0 0 Baltimore .................Thursday: November6, December 1t Mobile ................•..... Wedne.sday: Nowum 12, December 17 178 52 Philadelphia .............Wednesday: November 5, December 10 1 0 0 9 1 148 2 11 0 10 3 0 1 0 New York .................Tuesday: November 4, December 9 Wilmington ..............Monday: November 17, December 22 *''Total Registered" means the number of Seafarers who actually registered for shipping at the port. **"Registered on Beach" means the total number of Seafarers registered at the port. October 1997 5 6 I 2 12 28 11 8 6 70 8 3 19 GENE LATILERE The Pinto family is searching for their friend, Gene Latilere, who last lived in Brooklyn, N. Y. and may also have served in the U.S. Coast Guard. Anyone with information about the merchant mariner may contact Judy Pinto Ingram at 1151 Bay Ridge Parkway, Brooklyn, NY 11220; telephone (718) 745-5791. A T T E N T I 0 N s E A F A R E R s COl(TR!IU!E !a TKE S£AFAk>E~S PO&..IT'ICAt.. ACTrON OONATION Seafarers LOG 15 �Dispatchers' Report for Great Lakes seatarers lnterniflonal Union Dlr.ecf•l'Y AUGUST 16 - Michael Sacco President CL - John Fay Executive Vice President Secretary~Treasurer Augustin Tellez L-Lakes Company/Lakes NP - Non Priority TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP , David Heindel SEPTEMBER 15, 1997 **REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP Vice President Contracts George McCartney Vice President West Coast Roy A. "Buck" Mercer Vice President Government Services JackCaft'ey Vice President Atlantic Coast Byron Kelley Vice President Lakes and Inland Waters . DeanCorgey Vice President Gulf Coast ... . HMDQUARTERS Port Algonac Port Algonac Port Algonac Port Algonac 0 32 11 0 14 7 0 10 1 0 34 21 DECK DEPARTMENT 18 0 5 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 9 0 3 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 4 0 0 ENTRY DEPARTMENT 20 0 6 0 14 6 0 5 4 0 6 1 0 14 15 S201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 (301) 899-0675 ALGONAC 39 0 14 51 0 40 90 0 Totals All Depts *"Total Registered" means the number of Seafarers who actually registered for shipping at the port. **"Registered on Beach" means the total number of Seafarers registered at the port. 520 St Clair River Dr. Algonac, MI 48001 26 (810) 794-4988 ANCHORAGE 721 Sesame St., #lC Anchorage, AK 99503 Dispatchers' Report for Inland Waters (907) 561-4988 BALTIMORE 1216 E. Baltimore St. Baltimore. MD 21202 (410) 327-4900 AUGUST 16 *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C DULUTH 705 Medical Arts Building Duluth, MN 55802 (218) 722-4110 Region Atlantic Coast Gulf Coast Lakes, Inland Waters West Coast Totals Region Atlantic Coast Gulf Coast Lakes, Inland Waters West Coast Totals Region Atlantic Coast Gulf Coast HONOLULU 606 Kalihi St. Honolulu, HJ 96819 (808) 845-5222 HOUSTON 1221 Pierce St. Houston, TX 77002 (713) 659-5152 · '!·• JACKSONVILLE 3~l5 Liberty Sl , Jacks<inville, fL 32206 ·{904) 353.;()987 JERSEY CITY 99 Montgomery St Jeisey City. NJ' 07lP2 . ~(201) 435.9424 MOBILE 1~0 Dauphin Island Pkwy. Mobile, AL 36605 (3:34) 478.()916 NEW BEDFORD 48 Union St. Lakes, Inland Waters New Bedford, MA 02740 (508) 997-5404 West Coast Totals NEW ORLEANS 630 Jackson Ave. New Orleans, LA 70130 (504) 529-7546 635 Fourth Ave. Brooklyn, NY 11232 (718) 499-6600 NORFOLK 115 Third St. PIDLADELPHIA 2604 S. 4 St. Philadelphia, PA 19148 {215) 336-3818 PINEY POINT P.O. Box 75 Piney Point. MD 20674 (301) 994-0010 PORT EVERGLADES 1221 S. Andrews Ave. Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33316 (954) 522-7984 SAN FRANCISCO 350 Fremont St San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 543-5855 Government Services Division (415) 861-3400 SANTURCE ST.LOUIS 4581 Gravois Ave, St Louis, MO 63116 (314) 752-6500 TACOMA 3411 South Union Ave. Tacoma, WA 98409 (253) 272-7774 WILMINGTON 510 N. Broad Ave. Wtlmington, CA 90744 (310) 549-4000 16 Seafarers LOG 0 0 37 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 11 0 13 1 0 8 0 9 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 6 0 2 8 0 4 0 0 4 0 0 0 0 0 DECK DEPARTMENT 0 0 3 2 7 10 22 ENGINE 1 0 0 4 0 1 1 1 5 10 12 47 6 75 2 0 2 8 0 1 18 0 9 3 27 l 0 0 8 0 DEPARTMENT -0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 o··· o · 0 0 0 0 0 5 **REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C 11 1 0 0 0 0 21 1 6 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 2 0 0 0 0 1 0 9 o· 0 0 1 0 0 8 2 0 13 1 8 0 0 8 0 0 1 1 1 44 PIC-FROM-THE-PAST Norfolk, VA 23510 (7S7) 622-1892 Santurce, PR 00907 (787) 721-4033 0 TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Totals All Depts 59 1 12 28 1 7 109 5 *"Total Registered" means the number of Seafarers who actually registered for shipping at the port. **"Registered on Beach" means the total number of Seafarers registered at the port. NEW YORK 1057 Fernandez Juncos Ave., Stop 10 7 19 1 SEPTEMBER 15, 1997 16~ This photograph, sent to the Seafarers LOG by Pensioner Jack Tutwiler of Lutherville, Md. was taken in 1946. Tutwiler, who retired in 1988, included some background information about the photo. "After the '46 general strike, the Liberty ship Benjamin Bourn (Mississippi Steamship Co.) crewed in Norfolk, Va. to load bagged white flour in New Orleans, bound for Brazil. This is the deck department on the dock at Racife, Pernambuco, Brazil, in November 1946. From Racife, the vessel sailed to Rio de Janeiro for a three-monthstay, then to Santos, where coffee was back-loaded for New Orleans," Those deck department members that Tutwiler was able to identify are (back row) Jim Pullium (2nd from left), Jim Manes (3rd from left) and Bosun O'Leary (far right). In the front row are Jack Wooten, (2nd from left}, Mr. Lincoln (4th from left) and Jack Tutwiler (far right). October 1997 �Welcome Ashore Each month, the Seafarers LOG pays tribute to the SIU members who have devoted their working lives to sailing aboard U.S.-flag vessels on the deep seas, inland waterways or Great Lakes. Listed below are brief biographical sketches of those members who recently retired from the union. The brothers and sisters of the SIU thank those members for a job well done and wish them happiness and good health in the days ahead. ncluded among the 21 Seafarers retiring this month are one recertified bosun and one recertified steward-with a combined total of more than 60 years of active union membership. Recertified Bosun James R. Colson and Recertified Steward Willie Manuel Jr. began their SIU careers during the 1960s and have been sailing aboard deep sea vessels since. Including Colson and Manuel, 11 of those signing off sailed in the deep sea division, seven navigated the inland waterways, two plied the Great Lakes and one worked in the railroad marine division. On this page, the Seafarers LOG presents brief biographical accounts of the retiring Seafarers. I DEEP SEA JAMES R. COLSON,64, graduated from the Andrew Furuseth Training School in 1964 and joined the SIU in the port of Seattle. His first ship was the Madaket, operated by Waterman Steamship Corp. A native of Washington, Brother Colson sailed in the deck department and upgraded at the Lundeberg School in Piney Point, Md., where he graduated from the bosun recertification program in 1974. He last sailed aboard the SeaLand Voyager. Brother Colson has retired to Chehalis, Wash. JOHNF. DEBOS, 66, started his career with the Seafarers in 1963 in the port of New York. Born in Indonesia, he became a U.S. citizen. Brother Debos sailed in the deck department, last working aboard the Sea-Land Explorer. He makes his home in Las Vegas. EDWARD EZRA, 68, began sailing with the Seafarers in 1967 from the port of Houston. Brother Ezra worked in the engine department, last sailing aboard the Champion, a Kirby Tankship vessel. Born in China, he became a U.S. citizen and makes his home in Seabrook, Texas. JAMESL. FAIR, 61, started sailing with the SIU in 1968 in the port of San Francisco. He shipped in the engine department and upgraded his skills at the Lundeberg School. A native of Tennessee, he served in the U.S. Army from 1953 to 1954. Brother Fair signed off the Overseas Juneau and calls Guemeville. Calif. home. JAMES C. FLEMING, 65, first sailed with the Seafarers in 1963 aboard the Semmes, operated by Sea-Land Services. He worked in the deck department, last sailing aboard the Overseas Harriette. Born in Scotland, Brother Fleming has retired to Ridgefield, Conn. CURTIS E. LANG, 65, began his career with the SIU in 1967 from the port of Jacksonville, Fla. His first ship was the Burbank Victory. Brother Lang sailed as a member of the engine department and last signed partment, last sailing aboard vessels operated by Sea-Land Service. Brother Marcial has retired to Bayamon, P.R. off the Sea-Land Quality. A native of Florida, he served in the U.S. Army from 1948 to 1951. Brother Lang makes his home in Jacksonville. TUNG SHENG LEE, 66, first sailed with the Seafarers in 1983 from the port of Honolulu. He sailed as a member of the deck department Brother Lee last sailed aboard the Independence, operated by American Hawaii Cruises. Born in China, he calls Honolulu home. WILLIE MANUEL,47, graduated from the Lundeberg School's entry level training program and joined the SIU in 1967 in the port of Mobile, Ala. His first ship was the Kyska, operated by Waterman Steamship Corp. A native of Alabama, he sailed in the steward department and upgraded at the Lundebcrg School, where he completed the steward recertification program in 1978. Brother Manuel last signed off the Liberty Wave, a Liberty Maritime Corp. vessel. He makes his home in Mobile. ~-......;_.......:.;:....:.....:.==m PEDRO MAR· CIAL, 60, started his career with the Seafarers in 1961 in the port of New York. He worked in the engine de- Holiday Issue oF LOG to Feature Personal Greetings AB haB t7ee:n done in paBt year5, thir:; December'B edition of the ScafarcrB LOG will include holiday grccting5 to other member5 of the 5eafaring community. To en5ure that your holiday me55age i5 published, plea5e FRINT or lYF'E (in 25 words or le5s) the greeting in the space provided. Photograph5 are welcome. Al5o. be 5ure your greeting i5 in the holiday spirit. To give everyone an opportunity to be included, please do not send more than three entrie5 per person. (This form may be reproduced.) On each form, be Bure to include your name a5 well a5 the name of the per5on to whom you arc sending the greeting. (Your name i5 necesBary Bince the notice5 are liBted alphabetically by the 5ender'5 last name.) The holiday greetings must be received no later than Monday, November 17, 1997. Entrie5 should be sent to the Seafarers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. You also may FAX copies directly to the LOG at (301) 702-4407. from active and retired Seafarern and their familie5 HOLIDAY MESSAGE (Please Print) From:~----------------------------------Sender's Telephone Number: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Message=---------------------------------~ Check the block which describes your statu5 with the SIU: 0 Active Seafarer 0 Family Member of Active Seafarer 0 Retired Seafarer 0 Family Member of Retired Seafarer Other=-----------~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ October 1997 ROBERT L. MAYS, 65, began sailing with the SIU in 1950 from the port of Boston. A native of Massachusetts, he worked in the engine department, last sailing as a chief electrician in 1974 aboard the St. Louis, operated by Sea-Land Service. From 1953 to 1955, he served in the U.S. Army. Brother Mays makes his home in Vallejo, Calif. r---;:==----i WILLHELM RETTEN· BACHER, 73, started his career with the Seafarers in 1965 in the port of Seattle, aboard Isthmian Lines' Steel Admiral. Brother Rettenbacher sailed in the deck department. His last vessel was the Del Oro, a Delta Steamship Co. vessel, in 1979 and lives in Kirkland, Wash. INLAND KENNETH ALEXANDER, 47, first sailed with the SIU in 1978 in the port of New Orleans. A native of ' ~ Louisiana, he "---'-' ' •,,,,, worked in the deck department and sailed primarily on vessels operated by Crescent Towing. Boatman Alexander has retired to Gretna, La. ~ GARY A. BOYLESS, 41,joined the Seafarers in 1980 in the port of Port Arthur, Texas. A native of Michigan, he started out in the deck department and later transferred to the engine department. He last sailed as a chief engineer in 1994 aboard vessels operated by Sabine Towing. Boatman Boyless makes his home in Woodhaven, Mich. ALLENRJ. BRUNET, 57, graduated from the Andrew Furuseth Training School in 1965 and joined the SIU in the port of New Orleans. Starting out in the deep sea division, his first ship was the Alcoa Master. As a member of the engine department, he upgraded his skills at the Lundeberg School, last sailing as a chief engineer. Boatman Brunet most recently worked aboard vessels operated by Sabine Towing and Transportation. A native of Louisiana, he served in the U.S. Navy from 1959 to 1963. He has retired to Ville Platte, La. KENNETH GUTH, 62, joined the Seafarers in 1968 in the port of Philadelphia. A native of Pennsylvania, he '--~'--:....::::..;.=.....:...:...J sailed in the deck department. Boatman Guth last sailed as a captain on the Ambassador, operated by Maritrans, Inc. From 1952 to 1956, he served in the U.S. Air Force. He makes his home in Wildwood Crest, N.J. WILLIAMA. HALL III, 65, began sailing with the SIU in 1971 from the port of Norfolk, Va. Born in Virginia, he sailed in the deck department. Licensed as a towboat operator, he last sailed as a captain. From 1949 to 1952, he served in the U.S. Anny. Boatman Hall has retired to Zephyrhills, Fla. VICTORR. ROSAD0,57, started his career with the Seafarers in 1977 in Puerto Rico. Starting out in the engine department, he later transferred to the deck department, last sailing as a captain aboard the Mariner, operated by Crowley Marine services. Boatman Rosado upgraded his skills at the Lundeberg School. He makes his home in San Juan, P.R. LYNO. SEARS, 58, graduated from the Andrew Furuseth Training School in 1959 and joined the SIU in the port of New York. Starting out in the deep sea division, his first ship was the Azalea City. Boatman Sears worked in the engine department, last sailing as an assistant engineer aboard vessels operated by G&H Towing. A native of Florida, he served in the U.S. Navy from 1956 to 1959. Boatman Sears lives in Tivoli, Texas. GREAT LAKES SAIDM. ALTAIR!, 65, joined the Seafarers in 1968 in the port of Detroit Born in Yemen, he sailed in both the engine and deck departments. He last sailed in 1987 aboard American Steamship Co.'s St. Clair. Brother Altairi has retired topearborn, Mich. NICKOLAS VERBANAC, 70, began sailing with the SIU in 1957 from the port of Cleveland. A native of Illinois, he L--.....:!::::=~~_J worked in the deck department. From 1945 to 1946, he served in the U.S. Army. Brother Largo last sailed aboard the J.A. W. Iglehart, operated by Inland Lakes Management. He makes his home in Largo, Fla. RAILROAD MARINE NORMANH. MAJETIE. 62, began sailing with the Seafarers in 1955 from the port of Norfolk, Va. Brother Majette sailed as a deckhand, working for tl1e marine division of the Chesapeake and Ohio Railroad. From 1958 to 1961, he served in the U.S. Army. He makes his home in Foster, Va. Seafarers LOG 17 �DEEP SEA CHARLES L. AVERA Pensioner Charles L. Avera, 84, passed away August 19. The Mississippi native was a charter member of the SIU, hav..-ing joined the union in December 1938 in the port of Mobile, Ala. Brother Avera worked in the steward department, last sailing aboard the Del Oro, operated by Delta Steamship Lines, Inc. A resident of Mobile, he began receiving his pension in March 1978. RAFAEL AYALA 1-:.iiiijiiiii,ii;:-I Pensioner Rafael Ayala, 87, died August 17. He joined the Marine Cooks & Stewards (MC&S) in 1944, before that union merged with the SIU's Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District (AGLIWD). A native of Puerto Rico, he retired to Toa Baja, P.R. in January 1974. His first ship was the Rachel V. A native of Puerto Rico, he worked in the steward department. Brother Lasso last sailed in 1992 aboard ==----~- Westchester Marine's American Heritage. He was a resident of Puerto Rico. ROBERT R. MERRITT Pensioner Robert R. Merritt, 75, passed away August 16. Brother Merritt started his career with the Seafarers in 1949 in the port of Tampa, Fla. A native of Florida, he sailed as a member of the deck department. He was a veteran of World War II, having served in the U.S. Navy from 1941 to 1945. Brother Merritt was a resident of Ferndale, Fla. and began receiving his pension in May 1978. DALLAS T. NEWSOME Pensioner Dallas T. Newsome, 71, died May 17. Born in North Caro"' lina, he began sailing with the SIU in 1951 from the port of Norfolk, Va. His THOMAS C. DEALE first ship was the Longview Victo1)1• Starting out in the steward department, Brother Newsome later transferred to the engine department. He upgraded in 1967 to a licensed officer. Newsome made his home in Virginia Beach, Va. and retired in December 1990. JOSE PRATS EMMITT ELLISON Pensioner Emmitt Ellison, 72, died July 2. Born in Texas, he joined the MC&S in 1945 in the port of San Francisco, before that union merged with the SIU's AGLIWD. Prior to his retirement in December 1978, he sailed as a chief cook aboard the Santa Mariana, an American President Lines vessel. Brother Ellison was a resident of Albany, Calif. I EUGENE FINLEY - Eugene Finley, 41, passed away August 12. A native of Alabama, he graduated from the Lunde berg School's entry level training '--------~ program in 1978 and joined the Seafarers in the port of Piney Point, Md. His first ship was the Charleston, operated by Sea-Land Service. Brother Finley sailed in the deck department and upgraded frequently at the Lundeberg School. He was a resident of Mobile, Ala. EDUARDO C. LASSO Eduardo C. Lasso, 48, died October 5, 1996. He graduated from the Lundeberg School's entry level training program in 1970 and joined the SIU in the port of Piney Point, Md. 18 Seafarers LOG Pensioner Jose Prats, 82, passed away July 22. A native of Puerto Rico, he joined the Seafarers in 1942 in the port of New York. L...l....-""--"'-"="--=--- Brother Prats sailed in the steward department and began receiving his pension in November 1979. He was a resident of Caguas, P.R. BRUCE SMITH Bruce Smith, 46, died July 9. He graduated from the Lundeberg School's " entry level training program in 1972 and joined the SIU in the port of Piney Point, Md. Born in Indiana, he sailed in the engine department and upgraded frequently at the Lundeberg School. A resident of Houston, Brother Smith last sailed aboard the LNG Aquarius. ROBERT C. STEWART Pensioner Robert C. Stewart, 71, passed away June 20. Brother Stewart began his career with the Seafarers in L---==-=~---- 1960 from the port of Baltimore. The Maryland native sailed as a member of the engine department. From 1943 to 1946, he served in the U.S. Navy. Brother Stewart was a resident of Cambridge, Md. GUSTAVO VELEZ JR Pensioner Gustavo Velez Jr., 68, died August 26. A native of New York, he joined the MC&S in 1945, before that union ....___ _ _ _ __. merged with the SIU's AGLIWD. His first ship was the Henry W. Longfellow. Prior to his retirement in January 1991, he signed off the Sea-Land Liberator. Brother Velez was a resident of San Francisco. GOK TEUNG YUEN Pensioner Gok Teung Yuen, 78, passed away August 3. Born in China, he joined the MC&S in 1955, before that union merged L----..=;;;.--__. with the SIU's AGLIWD. A resident of San Francisco, Brother Yuen began receiving his pension in June 1977. INLAND FELIAS P. ARMENTOR Pensioner Felias P. Armentor, 91, passed away June 29. Born in Louisiana, he joined the Seafarers in 1961 in the port of Port Arthur, Texas. Boatman Armentor sailed as a tugboat captain. A resident of Port Arthur, he began receiving his pension in June 1971. GARY GAMBER Gary Gamber, 43, died May 24. Boatman Gamber started his career with the SIU in 1974 in the port of Baltimore. During his career, the Maryland native sailed as a deckhand and tankerman. WILLIAM J. GREER SR. Pensioner William J. Greer Sr., 66, passed away June 28. A native of Alabama, he began his maritime career with the Seafarers in 1955 from the port of New Orleans. He sailed as a captain and upgraded at the Lundeberg School. A resident of LaCombe, La., Boatman Greer began receiving his pension in November 1993. CHARLESL.HARDESTY Pensioner Charles L. Hardesty, 92, died July 1. Born in Maryland, he joined the SIU in 1957 in the po~ of Baltimore. Boatman Hardesty sailed in both the engine and deck departments, as an engineer and later as a tugboat captain. The Baltimore resident retired in June 1967. WARREN T. MILLER Pensioner Warren T. Miller, 78, died July 9. A native of Virginia, he joined the SIU in 1961 in the port of Philadelphia. Boat__,,ILE...._ ___. man Miller sailed as a captain. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1941to1945. The World War II veteran resided in Willow Grove, Pa. and retired in January 1981. L...__ BRYANT JARMAN Pensioner Bryant Jarman, 63, passed ROBERT C. HEDRICK away April 6. He started his career with the Seafarers in 1984 in the port of New Orleans. A native of Alabama, he sailed in the deck department. Boatman Jarman resided in Citronelle, Ala. and began receiving his pension in December 1995. From 1951 to 1956, he served in the U.S . Army. Robert C. Hedrick, 67, died May 6. Born in Canada, he joined the Seafarers in 1973 in the port of Detroit. Starting out in the deck department, he later transferred to the steward department. Brother Hedrick, a resident of Anchorville, Mich., upgraded at the Lundeberg School. GAETANO PAGANO STEPHEN KOLEK Pensioner Gaetano Pagano, 96, passed away June 13. A resident of Deptford, N .J., he started his career with the ._____:::___-=:::._;;,;; " ..;:i Seafarers in 1946. Born in Italy, he sailed in the steward department. Boatman Pagano began receiving his pension in April 1974. Pensioner Stephen Kolek, 70, passed away July 9. Brother Kolek started his career with the Seafarers in 1946. A native of Wisconsin, he -----'~;;...;;;;;.:~-=----' sailed in the deck department. Prior to his retirement in January 1988, he signed off the H. Lee White, operated by American Steamship Co. Brother Kolek was a resident of Superior, Wis. WILBUR H. POTIER Pensioner Wilbur H. Potter, 79, died June 5. Born in North Carolina, he joined the SIU in 1961 in the port of Philadelphia. He worked in the deck department, last sailing aboard a Sonat Marine vessel. Boatman Potter was a resident of Belhaven, N.C. and retired in January 1983. " KENDALL REYNOLDS Kendall Reynolds, 59, passed away July 6. A native of Indiana, he began sailing with the Seafarers in 1987 from the port of ~!:!::::~2!1 Baltimore. Boatman Reynolds sailed in the deck department and upgraded at the Lundeberg School. From 1955 to 1974, he served in the U.S. Navy. RICHARD E. PERRY Pensioner Richard E. Perry, 68, died June 29. He began sailing with the SIU in 1956 aboard the William A. Reiss, a Reiss Steamship Co. vessel, and signed off the same vessel prior to his retirement in September 1991. A native of Pennsylvania, he sailed in the deck department. From 1948 to 1955, he served in the U.S. Navy. Brother Perry was a resident of Manitowoc, Wis. ALOISL.VANDERPORT Pensioner Alois L. Vanderport, 77, passed away June 16. A native of Wisconsin, he joined the Seafarers in 1961 in the port .__~----- of Duluth, Minn. Brother Vanderport sailed in both the engine and deck departments. He resided in Oakland, Wis. and began receiving his pension in April 1982. ARANTIC FISHERMEN GREAT LAKES SAMUEL PARISI FRANCIS A. BASLEY Pensioner Francis A. Basley, 76. passed away July 20. A native of Wisconsin, he started his career with the Seafarers in 1961 in the port of Duluth, Minn. Brother Basley sailed in the engine department and retired in October 1985. He was a resident of Superior, Wis. Pensioner Samuel Parisi, 83, passed away May24.A native and resident of Gloucester, Mass., he joined the Atlantic ~----==Fishermen's Union in 1940 in the port of Gloucester, before it merged with the AGLIWD in 1981. During his career, he worked as a deckhand, engineer and fishing vessel owner. Brother Parisi retired in August 1977. C--11111111111 LOG-A-RHYTHMS 11111111111 The Sea of Love by Erik R. Marlowe Our love is like a sea so vast, that we cannot see the shore. Our love is like a port, at last, we have been searching for. Our love is like a ship that sails on love's unchartered sea. But the hands that steer it never fail, 'tis the Lord, our God, you see! Our love is like a sea so vast, And yet we have no fear. For when the final "die is cast," the Lord is always near! (Erik R. Marlowe sails from the port of Philadelphia. He is presently working as a steward assistant aboard the Global Mariner.) October 1997 �Digest of Shipboard Union Meetings The Seafarers LOG attempts lo pri11t as many digests of union shipboard minutes as pOSfible~ On occasionJ because of space ··· · limitations, some will be omitted. Ships mlnutes/i/'$1 are reviewed by the union's contract department. Those Issues requiring attention or resolution are addressed by the union upon receipt of the ships minutes. The minutes are then forwarded tti the Seafarers LOG for publication. SEA·LAND DEFENDER (SeaLand Service), June I-Chairman James Foley, Secretary Raymond Garcia, Educational Director Ed Rynberg, Deck Delegate Robert Raney, Engine Delegate Mothana Moftah. Chairman advised crewmembers to apply for training record books (TRBs) and upgrade at Piney Point. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Copies of contract received aboard ship. Crew asked contracts department to clarify vacation time. Seafarers extended vote of thanks to steward department for job well done. recertification course at Paul Hall Center. Crew asked contracts department to clarify if there is a deadline for having LNG recertification. Steward delegate thanked crewmembers for keeping lounge clean and putting movies back in video library when finished viewing. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew discussed moving weight room from second level to forward tunnel where rowing machine is located. Chairman asked crew to keep noise down in weight room. Next port: Tobata, Japan. SEA-LAND DISCOVERY (SeaLand Service), July 27-Chairman Nelson Sala, Secretary Vainu'u Sili, Educational Director Douglas Greiner, Deck Delegate Ron Sagadraca, Engine Delegate, Joseph Perry, Steward Delegate Efren Ancheta. Secretary reported smooth sailing. Educational director advised crew to upgrade at Lundeberg School. Treasurer noted $145 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next ports: Oakland and Long Beach, Calif. MAERSK CONSTELLATION (Maersk Lines), August 29Chainnan Terry Hilton, Secretary K. Mageed, Educational Director Leonard Strong, Engine Delegate Derek Yates. Bosun thanked crew for safe trip and announced payoff in Concord, Calif. He reminded crew to clean rooms for next member. Bosun discussed expansion of Maersk fleet and creation of additional SIU jobs. Secretary reported June and July issues of Seafarers LOG received. Secretary commended galley gang for job well done. Educational director urged members to stay informed of new courses offered at Lundeberg School and upgrade as often as possible. Treasurer announced $350 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked contracts department to clarify hazardous cargo pay rates. Crew requested new refrigerator and tape rewinder for lounge area. Next port: Concord. OOCL INNOVATIO ( ea-Land Service , ul 13-Chairman Felix antiago, Secretary Alonzo elcher, Educational Director Earl Macom, Steward Delegate Ricardo Ellis. Educational director discussed upgrading opportunities available to members at Paul Hall Center. He also stressed importance of donating to SPAD. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Bosun requested new furniture for crew lounge. Crewmembers thanked galley gang for good job. SEA-LAND RELIANCE (SeaLand Service), July 6-Chairman Sean O'Doherty, Secretary Gene Sivley, Educational Director Amos Jaramillo, Engine Delegate George Hoopes, Steward Delegate Charles Atkins. Chairman thanked deck department for job well done and announced payoff in port of Tacoma, Wash. Engine delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or steward delegates. Crew gave special vote of thanks to Chief Cook Atkins and entire galley gang for great July 4th dinner and excellent daily meals. USNS SHUGHART (Bay Ship Management), July 15-Chairman Milosz Raciborski, Secretary Toyokazu Gonzales. Educational director urged members to upgrade at Piney Point and donate to SPAD. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked contracts department to clarify wage increase. Crew commended steward department for varied menus. Next port: Dubai, U.A.E. LNG AQUARIUS (ETC), August 24-Chairman John Thompson, Secretary Jim Prescott, Educational Director Mark Freeman, Engine Delegate Stephen Roberts, Steward Delegate Rafael Cardenas. Chairman announced chief mate would like to be informed of members who have completed LNG October 1997 OOCL INNOVATION (Sea-Land Service), August 10--Chairman Felix Santiago, Secretary Alonzo Belcher, Educational Director Earl Macom, Deck Delegate Bennie Spencer, Engine Delegate Richard Paisley, Steward Delegate Jose Ortiz. Chairman urged members to upgrade at Piney Point. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked Chief Steward Belcher and galley gang for job well done. Next ports: Boston; Elizabeth, NJ.; Portsmouth, Va. and Rotterdam. SEA-LAND CHALLENGER (Sea-Land Service), August 3Chairman John Emrich, Secretary Robert Castillo, Educational Director Larry Holbert, Deck Delegate Frank Cammuso, Engine Delegate Ramona Gayton, Steward Delegate Mario Firme. Educational director discussed importance of upgrading at Paul Hall Center and reminded members about SIU scholarships. He advised crewmembers to attend tanker operations/safety course as soon as possible. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked galley gang for very good meals. Next port: Long Beach, Calif. SEA-LAND CONSUMER (SeaLand Service), August 13Chairman Francis Adams, Secretary Ernie Hoitt, Educational Director Scott Duckworth, Deck Delegate Pedro Torres. Chairman extended vote of thanks to all departments. He advised crew to get training record books (TRBs) and donate to SPAD. Secretary noted all union forms available aboard vessel. Educational director reminded crew to upgrade at Lundeberg School and noted the Paul Hall Center is also a nice vacation spot for Seafarers and their families during the summer. Treasurer announced $741 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed ITT reported. Bosun urged members to read Seafarers LOG to keep up-todate on union news. Crew extended vote of thanks to steward department for job well done. Crew also gave special thanks to SAs Angel O'Neill and William Munie for their hard work. SEA-LAND CONSUMER (SeaLand Service), August 18Chairman Francis Adams, Secretary Ernie Hoitt, Educational Director Scott Duckworth. Chairman and crew observed one moment of silence in memory of Paul Hall, "one of the greatest union men of our time." Bosun thanked all departments for their work and reminded crew to apply for training record books (fRBs). He also stressed importance of SPAD donations. Educational director encouraged members to upgrade at Piney Point. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked William Muniz for cleaning the messroom and lockers. Next port: Elizabeth, N.J. SEA-LAND ENDURANCE (Sea-Land Service), August I 7Chairman Bob Trainor, Secretary Ray Garcia, Educational Director George EvoseYich, Deck Delegate Matthew McKnudsen, Engine Delegate Leonardo Papa, Steward Delegate Daniel Maxie Sr. Chairman urged members to make solid travel plans and thereby help ensure they can attend classes at Lundeberg School. He advised crew to clean rooms, replace linens and defrost refrigerators before signing off. Bosun announced estimated day and time of arrival in port of Long Beach, Calif. Secretary stressed importance of SPAD donations and upgrading at Paul Hall Center. Educational director reported new television installed in crew mess area to show safety movies during safety meetings. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine or steward delegates. Crew welcomed returning Chief Cook Maxie and BR/Utility Fernando Onativia from vacation and thanked entire galley gang for job well done. SEA-LAND ENTERPRISE (Sea-Land Service), August 5Chairman Elex Cary Jr. Chairman urged members to donate to SPAD and return to Piney Point as often as possible to upgrade skills. Educational director reminded crewmembers to apply for training record books (IRBs). Steward delegate reported beef. No beefs or disputed OT reported by deck or engine delegates. SEA-LAND EXPEDITION (SeaLand Service), August 3Chairman Norberto Prats, Secretary Edgardo Vaquez, Educational Director Frank Berneo. Crew discussed Sea-Land's transportation policy for getting crewmembers home. Secretary reported ship scheduled to go into Norfolk, Va. shipyard. Steward asked for a new galley range. Deck delegate reported disputed OT. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine or steward delegates. Crew reported smooth sailing. SEA·LAND GALVESTON BAY (Sea-Land Service), August I9Chairman Calvin James, Secretary Andrew Hagan, Educational Director Herman Manzer, Engine Delegate Fernando Aguilar, Steward Delegate Lorenzo Sykes. Chairman informed crew the water fountain handle is broken. He urged members to take advantage of new Seafarers Money Purchase Pension Plan (SMPPP) to accumulate funds for retirement. Crew asked benefits department to send SMPPP information to ship. Educational director stressed importance of upgrading at Paul Hall Center. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward wear hard hats on deck while in port. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked galley gang for good job in keeping ship clean. - SEA-LAND TRADER (Sea-Land Service), August 24-Chairman Mike Sorensen, Secretary Kevin Dougherty, Educational Director Coy Herrington, Deck Delegate Robert O'Connell, Steward Delegate Michael Northrup. Treasurer announced $150 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked for information concerning upcoming dry dock period. Crew thanked steward department for job well done. Safety Drill Aboard the Sam Houston - Steward department members aboard the Sam Houston get a whiff of fresh air as they leave the galley to take part in a shipboard fire drill somewhere in the Indian Ocean. From the left in this photo (taken by AB Sherman Hudson) are SA Ovidio Crespo, SA Fernando Guity, Chief Steward Roderick Bright and Chief Cook Thomas Johnson. This was voyage 83 for the Waterman Steamship vessel, en route to Morehead City, N.C. department for job well done. Chairman advised members to apply for training record books (TRBs) as soon as possible. Next port: Boston. SEA-LAND INDEPENDENCE (Sea-Land Service), August 10Chairman Teodulfo AJanano, Secretary Joseph Smith, Educational Director Randall Firestine, Steward Delegate James Boss. Educational director encouraged members to upgrade at Piney Point school. Deck delegate reported beef. No beefs or disputed ar reported by engine or steward delegates. Crew thanked steward department for job well done. SEA-LAND NAVIGATOR (SeaLand Service), August 17Chairman Werner Becher, Secretary Lynn McCluskey, Deck Delegate Robert Natividad, Engine Delegate Mel Ferguson, Steward Delegate Thomas Gingerich. Chairman stated ship expected to dock in port of Tacoma, Wash. on time and that next port will be Oakland, Calif. He noted all union medical and upgrading forms are available aboard ship and reminded crewmembers to obtain training record books (TRBs) as soon as possible. Secretary asked contracts department to give crew advance notice of riding gang so additional stores can be ordered. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Chairman advised any crewmember who needs new mattress to inform steward. Crew extended vote of thanks to galley gang for well-prepared meals. SEA-LAND RELIANCE (SeaLand Service), August 15Chairman Perry Greenwood, Secretary Gene Sivley, Educational Director Amos Jaramillo, Steward Delegate Veronika Cardenas. Chairman reported payoff in port of Tacoma, Wash. He advised all crewmembers to USNS LOYAL (U.S. Marine Management), August 21Chairman Regina Jakstos, Secretary W. Roger Seals, Educational Director Ed Louis, Deck Delegate Steve Westfall, Engine Delegate Oro Dobric, Steward Delegate Rickey Mason. Chairman read letter to crew from union headquarters concerning SIU dental plan. He suggested all members keep a copy of itemized receipts following dental visits. Chairman welcomed new crewmembers aboard. Secretary reminded crew to separate plastic items from other garbage. Educational director encouraged members to upgrade at Paul Hall Center. No beefs or disputed ar reported. SEA-LAND HAWAII (Sea-Land Service), September I-Chairman Jim Carter, Secretary Glenn C. Bamman, Educational Director Scott E. Speedy, Deck Delegate Brad Brunette, Engine Delegate Alberto Garcia, Steward Delegate David Valle. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward department for job well done. Ship heading out to ports in New Jersey, Puerto Rico and Dominican Republic, as well as to Houston and New Orleans. LIBERTY SPIRIT (Liberty Maritime), September 7Chairman Terry Cowans, Secretary Paul Stubblefield, Educational Director Torry Kidd. Chairman announced payoff on September 15. Secretary reminded crew to clean rooms and dispose of plastics and trash appropriately. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew requested another washing machine for work clothes. Steward commended SA Chris Green and SA Ezell Jordan for an excellent job putting things back in order after shipyard. Bosun extended thanks to "a good and hard working crew." Galley gang thanked for job well done on preparing excellent menus and meals. Seafarers LOG 19 �Sealarers Join National Coalition To Maintain 'Made in USA' Labeling In an effort to help maintain the current standard for the "Made in USA" label on products, the SIU has joined the Made in USA Coalition- a group of 22 international unions, 70 national consumer groups, 24 state labor federations, agriculture organizations and businesses. The coalition formed in response to the Federal Trade Commission's (FTC) proposal earlier this year to relax the 50year-old rule that "all or virtually all" of a product be made domestically before it may bear the "Made in USA" label. The FTC wants to weaken the standard for the use of this label to allow products made with 25 percent or more foreign labor and materials to be labeled "Made in the USA." In some cases, these proposed guidelines would allow products made entirely with foreign materials and foreign components to be labeled "Made in the USA." Reportedly, the FTC has received more comments from individuals on its proposed "Made in USA" guidelines than on any other issue in recent years. According to the AFL-CIO's Label Letter, a tally taken after the comment period on the FTC proposal ended on August 11 showed opposition to changing the guidelines by more than 250 to 1. Last month several members of the U.S. House of Representatives drafted a resolution (HCR 80) to oppose the FfC's pending proposal to water down the standard for the use of the label. A similar measure (SCR 52) was introduced in the Senate. Both resolutions have received broad bipartisan support. Currently. HCR 80 has 189 cospon- sors in the House of Representatives. The AFL-CIO's Union Label & Service Trades Department and the Made in the USA Coalition urge all union members and the general public to help stop this FfC proposal by contacting their elected representatives on Capitol Hill and asking them to support HCR 80 and SCR 52. Additional information and updates on the Made in USA Coalition may be found at its internet site: http://www.usamade.org. Obregon Galley Gang Wins Accolades from Navy The commitment to excellence displayed by steward department Seafarers aboard the PFC Eugene A. Obregon received high praise from Military Sealift Command (MSC) officials when the vessel served as their host several times this summer. According to Chief Steward Patrick D. Helton, the "professionalism and hospitality" that galley gang members aboard the military prepositioning ship have shown recent guests is "second to none." Following a shipboard visit by MSC Commander Vice Admiral J.B. Perkins and U.S. Navy Captain D.C. Rollins, the former commander of the Maritime Prepositioning Ship Squadron One, Obregon crewmembers received several letters of acclamation. "I really appreciated your hospitality during my brief visit to the Obregon-an impressive, squared away ship!" said Perkins in a letter to Captain David Fisher, the master of the Obregon. "Please thank your cooks for a delicious and well presented breakfast. I don't usually eat AFL-CIO Conference Highlights Key Issues of Working Women Members of the SIUaffiliated United Industrial Workers were among more than 1, 700 women who traveled to Washington, D.C. to participate in the first annual AFL-CIO Ask a Working Woman Conference September 5 - 7. The women, from 47 states and four countries. were of all ages and races. Their occupational fie1ds ranged from construction, textiles and auto plants to education, transportation, aerospace and more. Sponsored by the AFL- CIO's Women's Department, the conference focused on issues concerning working women. including raising pay; improving opportunities for advancement; defending economic security; extending health insurance, child care, elder care, pensions and other benefits; and helping working women and men organize for a stronger voice in the workplace. (The UIW is an affiliate of the AFL-CIO through the SIU.) More than 50,000 respondents to a national Ask a Working Woman survey listed these issues as most important. The survey, cited as the most comprehensive study in the history of what working women want, was part of an extensive outreach program launched by the national trade union federation and designed to learn from working women. In his opening address to the conference, AFLCIO President John Sweeney noted the signifi- SIU Sends Steel-City Support While in Pittsburgh last month for the AFL-CIO Maritime Trades Department convention, SIU officials learned of a strike involving members of the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Local 508. SIU personnel promptly joined the picket line outside Three Rivers Stadium, where SEIU members work as ushers during stadium events. The support apparently helped, as SEIU members returned to work and contract negotiations resumed after three days. Among those pictured above are SIU delegates to the convention, striking ushers, Pittsburgh City Council President Jim Ferlo (second from left) and SEIU Local 508 President Gil Maffeo (fourth from left, gesturing). 20 Seafarers LOG Ships Collide; 29 Perish Twenty-nine crewmembers aboard the Vikraman, an Indian-registered cargo ship, were killed on September 26 when a supertanker crashed into the vessel, causing it to sink in the smoke-covered waters off the coast of Malaysia. According to press reports, Malaysian officials are investigating whether the smoke-caused by the crash of an Indonesian jetliner and devastating rain-forest fires-was a contributing cause to the sinking of the Vikraman in the Strait of Malacca. Hundreds of forest fires in Sumatra, Borneo and New Guinea have caused an immense area of haze that stretches across Malaysia and Indonesia. Reportedly, visibility in some places is limited to 300 feet. Additionally, the collision took place a few hours after Indonesia's worst air disaster, in which an Indonesian jetliner crashed, killing all 234 passengers. Visibility was about one mile when the ship collision occurred, 255 miles from where the jetliner went down, press reports state. Five Vikraman crewmembers survived because they were thrown into the sea when the supertanker rammed their ship. There were no deaths reported aboard the St. Vincent-registered supertanker. much in the morning but I am glad that I tried their fare. Keep up the great work," concluded the admiral. Rollins also praised the hard work and excellent service provided by crewmembers. ''Throughout my tour as commander, I have been thoroughly impressed with the professionalism and spirit of your crew," stated Rollins who recently retired. "Let me take this opportunity to say that the effort and service provided by you and the Obregon crew in support of Vice Admiral cance of the survey. 'The results are part of a larger story that will be making headlines and making history for as long as we all are alive," he stated. "This survey shows that working women know their pay is essential for themselves and their families. They know they are not being treated fairly-from pay and promotions to that intangible but indispensable thing they call respect," he added. He noted that with 5.5 million women members -nearly 40 percent of its total membership-the AFL-CIO is the nation's largest working women's organization. Conference participants also heard from other AFL-CIO officials, representatives of government, religious. and community organizations. Additionally, more than a dozen women gave inspiring testimonies of their lives on the job and the issues important to them. In a video address to the conference, first lady Hillary Rodham Clinton reported that President Bill Clinton is "eager to learn about the results of the survey." The determination, enthusiasm and solidarity of the conference participants was commended by Vice President Al Gore when he addressed the group in person. "You have the agenda and determination in your hearts to get things done. After this conference is over, I urge you to take all of this energy and determination back to your homes and into your workplaces," said the vice president. "Ten years from now I'd like to look back and say to someone: That was the day the ball began rolling to a pro-union, pro-family, pro-worker America. We need to roll back the anti-union attitude that began in the 1980s," stated Gore. Noting the value of women in the workplace, U.S. Secretary of Labor Alexis Herman informed the conference, "From the classroom to the boardroom, women are there, yet the wage gap and inequality remains. While most workers agree that the U.S. economy is good, not all workers are sharing in the prosperity. "We must ensure that all Americans have the opportunity to enjoy this economic prosperity. We have a responsibility to listen and treat women workers with dignity and respect. We will do what must be done to provide child care and training for women workers. It is not just about getting jobs, but growing and keeping those jobs," said the cabinet member. Among those who addressed the conference were Senator Barbara Mikulski (D-Md.), Rep. Richard Gephardt (D-Mo.), Rep. Maxine Waters (DCalif. ), Delegate Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-D.C.), fonner Texas Governor Ann Richards, AFL-CIO Secretary-Treasurer Richard Trumka, AFL-CIO Executive Vice President Linda Chavez-Thompson and AFL-CIO Vice President Gloria Johnson. Perkins' visit was simply outstanding. I would like to single out for praise the working breakfast served for the admiral. It was absolutely terrific in every respect. 'The attention to detail and pride in presentation demonstrated by your steward department was most evident. The special effort put forth for this visit made the event a truly pleasurable one for the admiral and myself. "Please accept my sincere thanks and pass along a hearty 'well done' to your fine crew," concluded Rollins. The accolades did not stop there, according to Helton. On July 4, when the Obregon was docked in Torbay, England, a group of officials from the MSC's Maritime Prepositioning Ship Squadron One held a special dinner and celebration aboard the ship. Helton received a letter from Navy Captain Gary U.S. McKinley, who replaced Rollins as commander of the squadron, commending the galley gang's labors during the holiday festivities. "The food was outstanding and the special effort in decoration made the day particularly special. "I realize that putting on an event like this is a team effort, so please pass on our gratitude to the entire steward department for thek.hard work," said McKinley. "Finally, it is a privilege to be included as guests with all of your many friends and associates who were there. The 'family' atmosphere was truly evident and it was a pleasure for us to be a part of it," concluded McKinley. In addition to Helton, the Obregon galley gang includes Chief Cook Rudolph Xatruch, Assistant Cook Faith Downs, SAs Mary Jones, Mauricio Cas- tro, Troy Poret, Arnulfo Laycao, James Reid and Frederick Saffo. The PFC Eugene A. Obregon is a military prepositioning ship operated by Waterman Steamship Co. for the MSC. The vessel is kept fully loaded with tanks, vehicles, food and water, fuel and other materiel to equip firstlaunch U.S. Marines for 30 days. When activated, the Obregon can be ready to sail within 12 hours. The vessel was named after Private First Class Eugene A. Obregon of the U.S. Marine Corps who was killed in the line of duty on September 26, 1950 in Seoul, South Korea. October 1997 �Letters to the Editor (Editor's Note: the Seafarers ing thousands of Koreans from LOG reserves the right to edit let- Hungnam early in the war. The ters for grammar as well as space skipper at the time may now be a provisions without changing the , Catholic priest serving in the writer's intent. The LOG wel- NY/NJ area. Thanks for the info-packed comes letters from members, pensioners and their families and issue. will publish them on a timely Ed Callahan basis. ) Danville, Calif. I would like to say in the LOG: Thank you, Mr. Ed Turner, for your leadership while I was a member of the Marine Cooks & Stewards (MCS). I wish I had the chance to thank you personally. John W. Curley Etna, Calif. Kudos for Info-Packed Issue The July 1997 issue [of the Seafarers LOG] was a really great edition. The rescue by the Kilauea of the Maryam 7 blew me away. How an oceangoing vessel in this era can run out of fuel and food is a sure sign of mismanagement. I hope MSCPAC sent them a bill for their part in the rescue. I see no reason why U.S. taxpayers should provide for anything beyond saving the lives of those poor foreign seamen. The "Seafarers View" articles by Henry Gamp gave a real flavor of what running a tug/barge como bination is like. He de · of the e sea of which many of us know nothing. I'd like read more of his stuff. The Pie-from-the-Past really brought back a lot of memories. Many of the readers probably don't know that the Meredith Victory was famous for evacuat- UPS Strike Changed Attitudes Toward Unions Since the end of the Teamsters strike against United Parcel Service, attitudes have changed toward labor and unions. You can feel it; it's a good feeling . The most important and positive factor coming from the UPS strike is TRUTH. Public relations put UPS on the offensive, picturing them as good samaritans hounded by the dark forces of evil. Management was dedicated to putting their finger in the dike to hold back this force until the whole world would view them as victims who did nothing more than create high-paying jobs in the work force. It almost worked. The lament that they would have to lay off thousands of workers was shot full of holes. Suddenly they were running out of fingers. What gushed forth was the other side of the story. The Teamsters were determined. Support from locals countrywide was unyielding. That they were losing millions of dollars a day was obvio us . If the men and women walking the picket lines were responsible for these losses, they are also the reason that UPS is the most profitable and successful carrier in the world. The workers are the reason that corpo- BOYCOTTS TYSON/HOLLY FARMS CHICKEN Chicken and processed poultry products rate officers are able to order three-piece hand-stitched suits from Saville Row and gowns from Paris. • Teamsters FURNITURE TELESCOPE CASUAL FURNITURE CO. Lawn, patio. other casual furniture. Brand name: Telescope Anthony Notturno Villas, N.J. ..,. EJectromc Workers • TRANSPORTATION & TRAVEL ALITALIA AIRLINES Air transport !or passengers and freight ..,. Machinists BEST WESTERN·GROSVENOR RESORT Hotel 1n Lake Buena Vista, Fla.; loceted at Disney Wor1d, but separately owned and operated I was a crewmember on the R.G. Matthiesen when Eugene Finley, an SIU member, passed away. The following is a letter of appreciation as well as a poem. The entire crew of the R.G. Matthiesen would like to express their sincere gratitude to Captain Ralph Pundt for his heroic efforts in trying to save Eugene Finley's life. In this day and age, it is very rare for someone to risk their own life in the hopes of saving another. We salute his efforts and consider it an honor and a privilege to have sailed with him. Final Departure • Hotel Employees & Restaurant Employees BUILDING MATIERIALS & TOOLS BROWN & SHARPE MFG . CO Measunng, cutting and machine tools and pumps FOUR POINTS BY SHERATON Hotel 1n Waterbury, Coon. ROME CABLE CORP, Cables used in construct10n and mining • Hotel Employees & Restaurant Employees "'" Mach1nls1s FRONTIER HOTEL & GAMBLING HALL Casino hotel in Las Vegas SOUTHWIR E CO. Commercial and industrial wire and cable; Do-It· Yourself • Hotel Employees & Restaurant Employees brand homew1re • Electrical Workers So as he sets sail on this, his final trip, to all that ever knew him, Silence on your ship. R.G. Griswold Gardiner, Maine KAUAI RESORT Hotel 1n Kapaa, Hawan • Longshoremen & Warehousemen CLOTHING MASTER APPAREL Men's and boys' pants, Labels include Botany 500, Hills MICHELIN Michelin brand tires • Steelworkers N EW OTANI HOTEL & GARDEN Hotel in downtown Los Angeles and Archer, and Blair • Electronic Workers • Hotel Employees & Restaurant Employees FOOD & BEVERAGES CALIFORNIA TABLE GRAPES Table grapes that do not bear the UFW label on their carton or crate • Farm Workers OGLEBAY PAR K Wheeling, W Va., park/resorVrecreation complex • Hotel Employees & Restaurant Employees OTHERS DIAMOND WALNUT CO. Diamond brand canned and bagged walnuts and walnut pieces BLACK ENTERTAINMENT TELEVI SION BET cable telev1s10n, ActlOfl pay-per-view. Bet on Jazz • Electrical Workers FARMLAND DAIRY Milk sold under the Farmland Dairy label in stores in Connecticut, N9w Jersey and New York, R, J. REYNOLDS TOBACCO CO, Cigarettes: Best Value, Camel, Century. Doral. Eclipse, Magna, Monarch, More, Now, Salem, Sterling, Vantage, and Winston; plus all Moonlight Tobacco products • Teamsters • Bakery, ContectlOflery & Tobacco WOll<ers TRACES On a warm day in August the good Lord called his name and no one on this ship will ever be the same. We choose to remember him in his easy-going style, never a harsh word, easy with a smile. "'" Oil, Chemical & Atom<: Workers • Machinists • Teamsters Eugene Finleygood sailor and our friend. He sailed the seven seas on the R.G. Matthiesen. CROWN CENTRAL PETROLEUM Gasoline sold at Crown. Fast Fare and Zippy Mart stations and convenaence s1ores DEPARTMENT . AFL -C IO FLU SHOTS SET FOR OCTOBER 24 IN TACOMA Virginia Mason Clinic will again offer free flu shots this year to members and retirees who qualify under the rules of the Seafarers Welfare Plan (sorry, no dependents). The inoculations will be given at the Tacoma hall after the October membership meeting on Friday, October 24, 1997, between the hours of l - 3 p .m. The address is 3411 South Union Avenue. In order to expedite the necessary papework, it is requested that any member or retiree intending to receive a flu shot call the hall one week prior to October 24. The telephone number is (253) 272- 7774. Your Rights 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 year, which is to be submitted to the membership by the secretary-treasurer. A yearly finance committee of rank-and-file members, elected by the membership, each year examines the finances of the union and reports fully their findings and recommendations. 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. SHIPPING RIGHTS. A member's shipping rights and seniority are protected exclusively by contracts between the union and the October f 997 NATIONAL Letter and Poem of Appreciation, Gratitude Note of Thanks To Ed Tumer K~o'W' AFL·CIO employers. Members should get to know their shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and available in all union halls. If members believe there have been violations of their shipping or seniority rights as contained in the contracts between the union and the employers, they should notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mail, return receipt requested. The proper address for this is: Augustin Tellez, Chairman Seafarers Appeals Board 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to members at all times, either by writing directly to the union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which an SIU member works and lives aboard a ship or boat. Members should know their contract rights, as well as their obligations, such as filing for overtime (01) on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If, at any time, a member believes that an SIU patrolman or other union official fails to protect their contractual rights properly, he or she should contact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY - THE SEAFARERS LOG. The Seafarers LOG traditionally has refrained from publishing any article serving the political purposes of any individual in the union, officer or member. It also has refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the union or its collective membership. This established policy has been reaffirmed by membership action at the September 1960 meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsibility for Seafarers 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. PAYMENT 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 circumstances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any 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 or she should not have been required to make such payment, this should immediately be reported to union headquarters. CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. 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 contents. Any time a member feels any other member or officer is attempting to deprive him or her of any constitutional right or obligation by any methods, such as dealing with charges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, the member so affected should immediately notify 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 discriminated against because of race, creed, color, sex, national or geographic origin. If any member feels that he or she is denied the equal rights to which he or she is entitled, the member should notify union headquarters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DONATION SPAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fund. Its proceeds are used to further its objects and purposes including, 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 oppor- tunities 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, joh discrimination, financial reprisal, or threat of such conduct, or as a condition of membership in the union or of employment. If a contribution is made by reason of the above improper conduct, the member should notify the Seafarers International Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the contribution for investigation and appropriate action and refund, if involuntary. A member should support SPAD to protect and further his or her economic, political and social interests, and American trade union concepts. NOTIFYING THE UNION-If at any time a member feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he or she has been denied the constitutional right of access to union records or information, the member should immediately notify SIU President Michael Sacco at headquarters by certi tied mail, return receipt requested. The address is: Michael Sacco, President Seafarers International Union 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746. Seafarers LOii 21 �Lundeberg: School Graduating: Classes HARRY LUNDE BERG I ~ ~:t£5 ~ ~IFEB0~17 CLASS SCHOOL i .. ~~as~;~ . Trainee Lifeboat Class 567-Graduating from trainee lifeboat class 567 are (from left, kneeling) Ben Cusic (instructor), Joshua Ryan, Daniel Pappas, Abedon Lujan Jr., Adam Hansen, (second row) Noah Bradford, Ronald Holland, Leportre Jasper, Richard Wiliamson, Tony Olaya, Jeffrey Hardy and Lewis Findley. Marine Electronics Technician I Receiving their marine electronics technician endorsement on July 24 are (from left, seated) John Yarber, Allen Parker and Monte Pryor. Standing is their instructor, Russ Levin. Marine Electrical Maintenance I-Marking their graduation from the marine electricial maintenance class on August 7 are (from left, kneeling) Eric Malzkuhn (instructor), Thomas Keseru, Jesus Pilare, Richard Hannon, Danilo Galindo, (second row) Rick Kern, Charles Donley, George Henderson, Robert Richer and Keith Dunnavant. Upgraders Lifeboat-Certificates of completion were received July 17 by upgraders in the lifeboat course. They are (from left, kneeling) Amin Mohamed, Mohamed wasel, George Pineda, Rachel Cutler, Ben Cusic (instructor), (second row) Bruce Johnson, William Meyer, Eric Ivey, Steve Lord and Ali Quraish. 22 Seafarers LOG Firefighting-The July 18 graduates of the firefighting course are (from left, kneeling) Stephanie Vogel, Mosed Ahmed, Glenn Toledo, Levy Lawrence, (second row) Stormie Combs (instructor), William Chumey, James Triassi, William Furman, Ronald Re1evf~s Cadamus Treakle and Clifton Skinner. Upgraders Lifeboat The upgraders lifeboat class graduating on August 15 includes (from left, kneeling) Thomas Hale, Jose Constantino, Ben Cusic (instructor), (second row) Daniel Crawford, Mohamed-Hussain, Amy Rippel, Jerry Watkins and Huey Jackson. Tanker Assistant DL-Receiving their endorsements from the tanker assistant DL course on July 30 are SIU members (from left, kneeling) Keeper Brown, Jacinto Salgado, Kathleen Lanahan, Oscar Garcia, Jorge Bernardez, (second row) Glenn Williams, Huey Jackson, Richard Gubbs, Stephen Brown, (third row) Jim Shaffer (instructor), Kris Hopkins, Louis Nicoud, Susanne Cake, Carlito Episioco, (fourth row) Steve Lord, Eric Ivey, Anthony St. Clair and John Casey. Firefighting-A group of Seafarers from Allied Towing completed their firefighting endorsement on August 14. They are (from left, kneeling), Charlie Pierce, Richard Doggett, Dale Wilson, Dinh Thong, Harry Toohey, (second row) Rick Redmond (instructor), Tommy Mercer, John Hinson, Ronald Austin, Martin Meravy and William Hudgins. Not pictured is Robert Taylor. Government Services-Upgraders working aboard Bay Ship Management vessels completed the government services course on August 27. They are (from left, first row) John Walsh, Adriene Rawls, Armando Medina, Paul Hennessey, (second row) Martha wall, Kevin Farrell, Luis Amadeo, (third row) Mark Cates (instructor), Richard Sepe and Liz Marx. LNG Recertification-LNG recertification is one of the safety specialty courses conducted at the Lundeberg School. Completing this course on August 21 are (from left, kneeling) Carlos Pineda, Aubrey Davis, Thanh Duong, Anthony Rutland, Paul Peterson, (second row) John Bukowsky, Oswald Stoiber, Dirk Adams, Paul Pagano, Henry Jones, David Dinan, (third row) Georg Kenny, Charles Touzet, John Wells, Franklin Robertson, John Bellinger, Richard Robertson, John Smith (instructor), (fourth row) Michael McCarthy, Gary Boyd, John Smith and Richard Lewis. October 1997 �LUNDEBERG SCHOOL 1997 UPGRADING COURSE SCHEDULE Steward Upgrading Courses The following is the schedule for classes beginning between mid-October through December 1997 at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship located at the Paul Hajl ~ent~~Jgr Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md. All progralfis af'e : ge~M to improve the job skills of Seafarers and to promote the American maritime industry. Please note that this schedule may change to reflect the needs of the membership. themaritime industry and-in times of conflict-the nation's security. Students attending any of these classes should check in the Saturday before their cou.rse1s ·st~ da~~~ Tfle courses listed here will begin promptly on the morning of the s~:: ~ates. The staff·~of the Paul Hall Center is working on its 1998 schedule of classes. As soon as .it is completed. the Seafarers WG will publish it. Deck Upgrading Courses Course Start Date Date of Completion Galley Operations/ Advanced Galley Operations October 18 November 1 November 15 November14 November28 December 12 Certified Chief Cook and Chief Steward October 18 Novemberl November 15 January 2 January23 February6 Safety Specialty Courses Course Start Date Date of Completion Advanced Firefighting October 27 November7 Government Services October27 November14 November 14 December4 Date Date of Completion Tanker Assistant DL Course Able Seaman November3 December 12 Lifeboatman ·November3 December 1 November 15 December 12 November17 December 1 November28 December 12 Start Radar Observer/Unlimited October20 November7 November 17 Decembers LNG Familiarization Novemberl7 Decembers LNG Recertification November3 November21 Tankerman Barge PIC October20 October31 Additional Courses October 16 November28 December 11 Radar Recertification {one..day class) Start Date of Date Completion November3 December 12 w~· -. . -·· ·•:~:· •·...._.., - ·~ - · ·-.........,. - .......... uei - Adult Basic Education (ABE) October20 Decembers Lifeboat Preparation October20 November 17 October 31 November28 Introduction to Computers Self-study The Academic Department will be offering a six-week course in English 101 and Mathematics 101, beginning November 10. Students will be requiredto attend classes a minimum of 4 days a week for two hours each.class. These courses are basic requirements for the Associates Degrees in Nautical Science or Marine Engineering Technology. er course · he acade ic program wi require a minimum offive per. ons. - - RAO/NG APPLICATION Name ____________________________________________________ Address--------------------------~----------------------- - - - - - - - ·- ·- - - - --·· ·- - --·-· -· - ·- - - With this application, COPIES of your discharges must be submitted showing sufficient time to qualify yourself for the course(s) requested. You also must submit a COPY of each of the following: the first page of your union book indicating your department and seniority, your clinic card and the front and back of your z-card as well as your Lundeberg School identification card listing the course(s) you have taken and completed. The admissions office WILL NOT schedule you until all of the above are received. COURSE Telephone November29 English as a Second Language (ESL) November 4 Engine Upgrading Caul'SllS · ;i iMi.i,Y -~·~':•·~« «~.·.,:~:•·: Date of Completion Start Date Course BEGIN DATE END DATE Date of Birth _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Deep Sea Member D Lakes Member D Inland Waters Member 0 If the following information is not filled out completely, your application will not be processed. Social S e c u r i t y # - - - - - - - - - Book# - - - - - - - - - - Seniority ---------------------- Department ----------------U.S. Citizen: Yes D No D Home Port Endorsement(s) or License(s) now held - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - LAST V E S S E L : - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Rating: _ _ __ Are you a graduate of the SHLSS trainee program? D Yes D No Date On: -------------------- Date Off: If yes, class# ----------------------------------------------Have you attended any SHLSS upgrading courses? D Yes D No SIGNATURE _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ DATE If yes, course(s) taken --------------------------------------- NOTE: Transportation will be paid in accordance with the scheduling letter only if you present original receipts and successfully complete the course. If you have any questions, contact your port agent before departing for Piney Point. Do you hold the U.S. Coast Guard Lifeboatman Endorsement? D Yes D No Firefighting: D Yes D No CPR: D Yes D No Primary language spoken -------------------------------------- October 1997 RETURN COMPLETED APPLICATION TO: Lundeberg School of Seamanship, Admissions Office, P.O. Box 75, Piney Point, MD 20674-0075. 10/97 Seafarers LOG 23 - �Seafarers Scholarships Applications now are being accepted for the 1998 Seafarers scholarship program. See page 8 for eligibility rules aml. information on how to obtain an application form. LNG Taurus Crew Demonstrates Safety Commitment Lifeboat Drills Help Ensure Readiness Whether loading liquified natural gas (LNG) in Arun, Indonesia or discharging the cargo in Osaka, Japan, Seafarers aboard the LNG Taurus share a common goal: a commitment to safety. Safety-which is important on any vessel-is especially crucial on one carrying such a potentially volatile cargo as liquified natural gas. That is why crewmembers aboard the LNG carrier conduct regular safety meetings and drills aboard the 936-foot vessel, including weekly lifeboat exercises. In a recent drill, the Taurus' two lifeboats were launched, and crewmembers practiced abandonship techniques and deep-water survival while wearing the appropriate safety gear. Taurus crewmembers are acutely aware of the importance of practicing their lifeboat and water survival skills, and they work hard at perfecting them, noted Captain Ed Carr in a recent letter to the Sea/are rs LOG that was accompanied by the photos on this page. Like its sister ships in New Yorkbased Energy Transportation Corp.'s fleet of Seafarers-crewed LNG vessels, the Taurus loads liquified natural gas in Indonesia and discharges it at points in Japan. Each leg of the voyage takes about five days, including 12 hours each for loading and discharging. The Taurus' ports of call include Aron and Bontang in Indonesia and Himeji, Osaka, Tobata and Nagoya in Japan. Knowing they are prepared in case of an emergency helps Seafarers The Taurus features five eight-inchdo their jobs with confidence. Above, AB Kimberly Clark (left) and her thick spherical cargo tanks that rise 40 fellow crewmembers prepare to return the lifeboat to the LNG Taurus following the drill. feet above the deck. Each tank is 120 feet in diameter and weighs 800 tons. The five tanks can carry a total of 125,000 cubic meters of liquified natural gas at 265 degrees below zero (Fahrenheit). Other features of the Taurus include a doublebottom hull, a collision avoidance system and an extensive firefighting scheme complete with automatic sprinklers and eight dry-chemical firefighting stations located at strategic points on deck. The LNG Taurus has been an SIU-crewed ship since its christening in Quincy, Mass. in 1979. Once a lifeboat has been released from the LNG Taurus, Seafarers and officers navigate the craft away from the tanker to begin water survival drills. The need for safety extends to all departments and all Carefully maneuvering a lifeboat away from the LNG parts of the ship. Compliance is monitored by many Taurus are QMED Rene Rosario (left) and QMED Joe sources. Above, Bosun Dan Marcus proudly poses next to Pomraning. certificates presented to the LNG Taurus by the International Organization for Standardization for -------~-- ------..----.:r-~~--11"W'!'-~"""""---_..~ the vessel's compliance with International Safety Management Code regulations. 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COAST GUARD DENTENTIONS FURHTER EXPOSE RAMPANT SAFETY PROBLEMS ON RUNAWAYS SIU ‘ON LINE’ WITH WEB SITE NATIONAL SECURITY, ECONOMY NEED STRONG U.S. FLEET AFL-CIO REAFFIRMS SUPPORT FOR U.S. MARITIME CONGRESS APPROVES PROGRAM TO CONSTRUCT TWO U.S. -FLAG CRUISE SHIPS IN U.S. YARD MANPOWER OFFICE PROVIDES IMMEDIATE TRACKING OF MEMBERS’ AVAILABILITY CAPE MOHICAN CREW PRAISED FOR ROLE IN MILITARY EXERCISE AFL-CIO CALLS FOR FAIR TRADE AGREEMENTS JONES ACT SUPPORT LIST CONTINUES TO GROW TWO BOATMEN SAVED BY GLOBAL LINK CREW SPEEDY, SELFLESS REACTION RESCUES ALGOL SHIPMATE NEW BEDBORD PORT AGENT DELIVERS WORKERS’ MESSAGE TO U.S. COMMERCE SECRETARY DALEY TEN RECERTIFIED BOSUNS PREPARE FOR LEADERSHIP ROLES UNLICENSED APPRENTICE PROGRAM WORKS ABOARD SEA-LAND HAWAII AMERICAN REPUBLIC MAINTAINS SMOOTH, AROUND-THE-CLOCK WORK STRONG U.S.-FLAG FLEET REMAINS VITAL CONGRESSMEN TARGET KEY GOALS FOR FAIR TREATMENT OF WORKERS NAVY SEC’Y DALTON, TRANSCOM’S GEN. KROSS UNDERSCORE MAGNITUDE OF SEALIFT TO U.S. SECURITY SEAFARERS JOIN NATIONAL COALITION TO MAINTAIN ‘MADE IN USA’ LABELING SHIPS COLLIDE; 29 PERISH OBREGON GALLEY GAN WINS ACCOLADES FROM NAVY AFL-CIO CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS KEY ISSUES OF WORKING WOMEN LNG TAURUS CREW DEMONSTRATES SAFETY COMMITMENT Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Seafarers Log Scanned Issues 1984-1988, 1994-Present 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 10/01/1997 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. 59, No. 10 1997 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/2e91af55289028633ffed2514948fe4d.pdf 4c4d63746b9e33d6c6661bb1917d8144 PDF Text Text - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - P a g e s 3, 4 �President's Report . 60 Years of Progress Sixty years ago this month, the Seafarers International Union of North America came to life. From the ashes of the defunct International Seamen's Union, Harry Lundeberg, the head of the Sailors' Union of the Pacific, and William Green, president of the American Federation of Labor, created the SIUNA. This organization, chartered by the APL on October 14, 1938, was designed to be an international union for mariners. The first organizations within the banner of the SIUNA were the separate Atlantic District, Gulf District and Great Lakes District of the Seafarers International Union. Each district had its own officials and headquarters. Eventually, the districts merged to become the SIU Michael Sacco Atlantic and Gulf District-the forerunner of our great union. Over the years under the leadership of men like Paul Hall and Frank Drozak, the SIU has grown. Today, our name reflects the fact we represent American mariners wherever they may sail-the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District. Seafarers can be found working aboard American-flag containerships, bulkers, passenger vessels, tugboats, ferries, prepositioning ships, fishing vessels, tankers and so much more. Like the maritime industry, the SIU has grown and changed to meet the times. The stick ships with week-long layovers sailed by the founders of the SIU have given way to computer-driven vessels whose offloading and reloading can be done in less than a day. While older members passed their skills to younger mariners 60 years ago, today's rapidly evolving technology means Seafarers count heavily on the training and education provided by the Paul Hall Center in Piney Point to meet the challenges of the next century. Yes, there has been quite a bit of change during these 60 years. But that change has not been limited to the SIU; it also can be seen in the SIUNA. Reflecting the movement that has taken place in the American workforce since 1938, the SIUNA has progressed and grown. Its autonomous unions represent mariners in the U.S. and Canada, including the Sailors' Union of the Pacific, the Marine Firemen's Union, the SIU of Canada and the Canadian Marine Officers Union. However, the SIUNA also includes workers from a variety of fields---cannery workers in Alaska, sugar workers in California, taxi cab drivers in St. Louis, warehousemen in Ohio, mattress makers in Maryland and government workers in the U.S. Virgin Islands, to name a few. In fact, the SIUNA has a total of I 6 different unions within itall independently operated, but all united to improve the lives of their members. There has been one other constant during the 60 years the SIUNA has been in existence-the National Maritime Union. For six decades, the SIUNA and NMU have been locking horns. Our unions have fought each other from the waterfront to the corporate board rooms to obtain jobs for our members. It has been an ongoing battle that has drained each organization of manpower and other vital resources. But, after 60 years, an end to this fighting may be near. As I announced in this column in April, officials from the SIUNA and NMU have been meeting to bring the NMU under the SIUNA banner. Just last month, NMU President Rene Lioeanjie used his column in The NMU Pilot to update his members on what is happening. The Seafarers LOG is reprinting the full text of President Lioeanjie's remarks in this issue. Many of you who have sailed with the Seafarers for a long time have heard previous statements about the SIUNA and NMU getting together, but nothing ever happened. Now, however, we are further along in the talks than ever before. The example that we hope to follow for affiliating the NMU with the SIUNA is the one used successfully in I 950s when the Marine Cooks and Stewards came aboard. The MC&S maintained its autonomy, elected its own officials and negotiated its own contracts for more than 20 years before electing to merge with the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District in 1978. There is still much to do, but an affiliation by the NMU seems more likely than ever. It seems fitting that 60 years after the founding of the SIUNA we can look ahead and see the possibility of one international union representing all of America's unlicensed mariners. Happy Anniversary! NMU President Liaeanjie Announces Affiliation Talks with SIUNA Under Way Editor's Note; The following published within NMU President Rene Liaeanjie 's column in the September 1998 issue of The NMU Pilot. As announced in zfle April 1998 issue ,of the Seafarers LOG, rhe SJUNA and Naiional Maritime Union have been engaged in talks to affiliate the NMU as an autonomous union within the Sf UNA. These discussions are still under way. President Li11eanjil! 's statement ls was reproduced with pumission word-for-word as it tippearui. in his column. The Seafarers LOG will continue to keep Seafarers apprised of the latest developments. NMU President Rene Lioeanjie I have been engaged in discussions with Mike Sacco, President of the SIU, with the expectation of arriving ac an affiliation agreement between the NMU and the SIU in the very near future. As you know. there have been continuing talks of an NMU-SIU affiliation/merger since the unions left the ISU in the 1930s. The affiliation of the unions representing the unlicensed seamen- the group that has suffered the greatest Josses as the U.S.flag merchant marine shrank in size-is no longer an option. It js a necessity. Since World War II, the American-flag merchant marine, in its splintered form, has been fighting an uphill battle with the flag of convenience fleets. The U.S.-flag merchant marine currently carries approximately 3 percent of our nation's waterborne imports and exports. The runaway-flag fleets of Panama, Liberia, Bermuda and others carry approximately 75 percent. It is absolutely necessary for the American unlicensed unions co regroup and consolidate our efforts as we continue to rebuild the American-flag merchant marine. We have seen enough of how division wastes our resources and Valume 60, Numb•r 70 The SIU on line: www.seatarers.org Ot:laber 1998 The Seafarers LOG (ISSN 1086-4636) is published month- ~76 2 ly by the Seafarers International Union; Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District; AFL-CIO; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, MD 20746. Telephone (301) 8990675. Periodicals postage paid at Southern Maryland 20790-9998 and at additional offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the Seafarers WG, 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746. Communications Director, Daniel Duncan; Managing Editor, Jordan Biscardo; Associate Editor/Production, Deborah A. Hirtes; Art, Bill Brower; Administrative Support, Jeanne Textor. Copyright © 1998 Seafarers International Union, AGLIWD All Rights Reserved. Seafarers LOG undermines our effectiveness. This affiliation agreement would contain the following; • The NMU•s existing constitution would continue in force. e The NMU and the SIU shall continue their respective Pension and Welfare Plans. • Initially, there will be no consolidation of facilities at the National Headquarters or port levels. However, this will have to be addressed in the very near future in order to conserve resources and costs. • Each union will continue its existing collective bargaining agreements at the same level of wages and conditions. (The existing negotiations between each union and its currently existing companies shall remain separate.) • Under the proposed affiliation agreement, the parties acknowledge and agree that at some point in the future, the NMU and the SIU will consider entering into supplemental agreements concerning joint ventures and projects where members of each union or affiliate will work on each other's vessels. While specific details as to how such an endeavor would work still need to be discussed by the parties, both the NMU and the SIU believe that in general such an arrangement would be best to serve the interests of both memberships and the maritime industry. We are most hopeful that this affiliation, which in effect creates one unlicensed union, will encourage the licensed unions to explore the establishment of one united licensed union. With the support of the Labor movement, the NMU and the SIU working together can provide the leadership in the fight for a longrange U.S.-flag maritime program and legislation to curb the runaway-flag sham . MarAd's Hart States He Will Continue Administration's Strong U.S.-Flag Policy Calling himself "your voice," new U.S. Maritime Administrator Clyde Hart told members of the Washington, D.C. Propeller Club that he and his staff will continue the strong U.S.-flag policies laid out by the Clinton administration and his predecessor, retired US. Navy Vice Admiral Albert Herberger. Hart spoke on September I 8 to nearly 200 representatives from maritime labor, shipping companies and the military as well as to Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee staffers, with whom he had worked prior to his appointment in May by President Clinton. He was confirmed by the Senate in July and sworn in to his new pose on August 6. During his brief address delivered on Capitol Hill, the New Jersey native outlined where he wants to take the Maritime Administration during his term of office. He reaffirmed his-and the White House's-backing of the Jones Act, the nation's freight cabotage law. "I'm thoroughly in support of the Jones Act as is. We think it's important," Hart stated. New MarAd Administrator Clyde Hart reaffirms the Clinton administration's support for the U.S. -flag fleet. He referred to his testimony before the Commerce Committee on September 15 in which he called the law that states goods moving from one domestic port to another must be carried aboard U.S.-crewed, U.S.-owned and U.S.-tlag vessels as "an essential element of our nation's maritime policy. Our need to maintain domestic shipping and an industrial shipbuilding base for national defense purposes and economic security must be a priority." He then added, "I can't say it often enough: What we as a nation don't hold, we don't control." The new maritime administrator announced he would continue to fight for the U.S.-flag merchant fleet and the Maritime Security Program, passed overwhelmingly by Congress in I 996. "I keep a copy of that vote in my office. I look at it every morning and consider that that's my charter." (The vote to which he referred was the 88-10 tally by the Senate in September 1996 which completed the legislative work on the bill.) Hart said he plans to continue the effort to promote the domestic commercial shipbuilding industry, which has seen steady gains since 1993. He also told the audience the Maritime Administration is working with the industry, the White House and Congress to produce a harbor service fund that wiII address the needs of the ports without harming their competitive abilities. In his closing, he asked those attending to send him and his staff their ideas for the industry. "We want your ideas. We need your continued support. You have ours." October 1998 �As Senate Hearings Begin SIU, MTD Call for Support of Jones Act Both the SIU and AFL-CIO Maritime Trades Department (MTD) called on the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee to reject measures designed to cripple the nation's freight cabotage lawthe Jones Act. The committee held a hearing on September I 5 to review several bills offered during this session of Congress that would allow foreign-flag, foreigncrewed or foreign-built vessels to ply the nation's inland and coastal waterways. The legislators took no action on any of the measures, but Chairman John McCain (R-Az.) promised to hold additional hearings. To let the committee and its chairman know where the union stands on the issue, SIU President Michael Sacco sent a letter to Sen. McCain outlining the union's support of the Jones Act. "The Jones Act assures the participation of U.S. citizens in its own domestic trade to serve economic, political and national security purposes. For the United States, economic benefits and national security are cornerstones that underlie the policy embodied in this law," Sacco wrote. Transportation Interrelated "Weakening or eliminating thi$ important law witt not only adversely affect the domestic commercial mcrchnnt marine, bur will also have severe consequences on the nation's overall transportation network and could very well damage the nation s defense posture." Sai;;i;;o pointed out how the country's tran~portation network is growing more and more interdependent in the age of containerization and intcrmodalism. Thus, a ~hange in the laws affect· ing one mode of transporta· rion-such as waterborne1 could affect all the others. "A policy that is designed to protect the domestic fleet ultimately shields all other modes of transportation as well. "In the case of water transportation, if foreign vessel operators were allowed to participate in the movement of commercial is the newest addition to Maritrans 1 fleet no later than October 1. Seafarers likewise were slated to sign on the country ' s first rebuilt double-hull barge, also owned by Maritrans. Both the tanker and the barge were berthed in Tampa as chis issue of the Seafarers LOG went to press. "Our crews have provided safe, efticiem seamanship aboard the Marirrans tanker Integrity, and I'm confident that SIU members will do an equally fine job on her sister ship, the Diligence," stated SIU Vice President Contracts Augie Tellez. "Similarly, we welcome the conversion of the tank barge Maritrans 192. It represents job opportunities for the SIU." The 40,000-ton Diligence underwent modifications at Tampa Bay Shipbuilding & Drydock Company. The adjustments "outfit it to handle both crude oil lightering service or clean oil products," noted John Burns, director of labor relations at Maritrans. October 1998 Affects Economy Noting that the jobs of nearly ITF s lllabal Mariner Sails far U.S. Ship's World Tour Exposes Runaway-Flag Horrors Next port, the United States. After attracting more than 80,000 European visitorsincluding numerous elected political representatives and mediaduring the initial phase of its specially commissioned worldwide voyage, the International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) ship Global Mariner arrives this month in a half-dozen U.S. ports (see schedule on page 5). The ITF dubbed the vessel an "exhibition ship," and stated that the tour's purposes are "to turn up the pressure in the campaign against flag-of-convenience (also known as runaway-flag) shipping and other substandard shipping, and to focus worldwide attention on the human and trade union rights threatened by the FOC system." The SIU, an ITF affiliate, fully is partii;;ipating in the Global Mariner's North American segmc;nt, ~lated to begin with the ship's arrival in New York on October 9. "The ITF deserves a lot of credit for doing the hard work needed to carry an extremely worthwhile project this far," said SIU President Michael Sacco. 'Tm confident that not only the SIU and the other maritime unions, but also our other brothers and sisters throughout the trade union movement, will help continue this campaign's success Seafare rs Crew Refurbished Tanker, Barge SIU members were scheduled trucking industries. "Only the Jones Act provides a defense for the entire transportation system against potentially destructive foreign carrier competition." 1 Big Month for Maritrans ro crew a refurbished lanker that cargoes within the U.S. domestic commerce, American operators and the men and women who crew the vessels would ultimately be driven out of the trade. Without the Jones Act, cut-rate competition from foreign ship operators will inevitably impact U.S. railroads and long-haul He added that the tanker and barge "show further affirmation of Maritrans' dedication to being pMt of the future of U.S. maritime." The Diligence, a double-hull tanker purchased last year from Chevron, primarily will operate in the Gulf of Mexico. Meanwhile, the company pointed out that the redesign of the 10,500-ton Maritrans 192 (formerly the Ocean 192) complies with the Oil Pollution Act of 1990 (OPA '90). ..We are pleased to announce this •industry first' as we rebuild our fleet of super barges to meet the nation's 21st century oil needs while continuing to protect our environment," said Marirrans Chairman and CEO Stephen Van Dyck. OPA '90 imposes a gradual phase-out of all single-hull tank vessels by the year 2015. The Maritrans 192 received quite a facelift, as shipyard workers installed a prefabricated inner hull. That same technique will be used for the rest of the company's petroleum barges. Converted this summer to house a detailed exhibit about runaway-flag shipping, the ITF's Global Mariner is due to arrive in the United States this month. This ship is on a worldwide tour to publicize the runawayflag scam and "turn up the pressure" in the federation's campaign against flag-of-convenience shipping. while the ship is in America." Founded by European maritime union officials in 1896 as a means of internationally combating strike breakers. the Londonbased ITF today comprises 500 unions in more than 125 countries. It represents more than five million union members employed in transportation industries, including about one million mariners and stevedores. As an ITF affiliate, the SIU is quite active. The union includes three ITF inspectors, and SIU Executive Vice President John Fay is chairman of the ITF's Seafarers' Section. Double Trouble Two years ago, while researching runaway-flag shipping for what proved to be an award-winning, in-depth series published by the Houston Chronicle, one of the reporters acknowledged surprise at both the breadth of the runaway-flag scam and how little it is publicized outside this industry. After that realization, he and the other Chronicle reporter who wrote the series discovered some of the essential challenges faced by the ITF and its affiliates during their 50-year fight against runaway flags. For starters, deception is the very nature of runaways. Shipowners who use this farce shield themselves from responsibility through a mire of agencies and red tape. That bog serves other purposes for such shipowners. It recurrently leads to slow resolution of legal cases involving their ships, which further can make it unattractive for commercial media to report on incidents involving runawayflag vessels. Put simply, runawayflag shipping is a difficult fit in an era of 10-second sound bytes. 125,000 Americans depend directly or indirectly upon the domestic waterways fleet, Sacco added, "If the Jones Act is repealed or weakened, these Americans will lose their jobs both in the marine industry and Continued on page 4 One may argue it requires a series like that in the Chronicle to duly report on it. The runaway scenario itself begins with registering a vessel in a country other than the nation of the person or group who owns it. Usually, the flag state is a nonmaritime nation that welcomes the capital from runaway-flag shipowners, but has neither the intent nor the means to enforce shipboard safety conditions. An example of such absurdity: The Liberian registry is based in Reston, Va. By hoisting the flags of Liberia and other so-called runaway registers (including Malta, Burma, Cyprus, Belize, the Philippines and more), the shipowner avoids tax and safety laws and freely recruits the cheapest labor source. Additional steps taken by runaway shipowners to hide from responsibility also often include using manning agents from nations other than flag-state or ownership stare, and frequently changing the name of their ship (and Jagging in informing anyone). It is a popular track, as half the world's shipping tonnage is registered in nations other than their ownership states. Not surprisingly, the vessels themselves frequently are substandard-sometimes fatally so. In 1997, for instance, 46 percent of all losses (in terms of absolute tonnage) were accounted for by just eight runaway-flag registers. Runaway-flag ships account for a similarly disproportionate percentage of the estimated 2,000 deaths at sea. Continued on page 5 Paul Hall Center's Eglinton Is Elected MERPAC Chair Bill Eglinton, director of vocational education at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education, is the new chainnan of the U.S. Coast Guard's Merchant Marine Personnel Advisory Committee (MERPAC). During its two-day meeting last month at the Calhoon MEBA Engineering School in Easton, Md ., the group elected Eglinton as chairman and Joe Murphy of the Massachuseus Maritime Academy as vice chair, for twoyear terms. MERPAC, composed of unlicensed and licensed marjners, shipping company officials, Coast Guard representatives, maritime training specialists and others from the industry, advises the Secretary of Transportation (via the Coast Guard commandant) on matters concerning the training, qualification, licensing, certification and fitness of U.S. mariners. "This is an honor, and I look forward to working closely with the committee members and the Coast Guard. We're in a key period for the U.S. maritime industry," said Eglinton, who extensively has participated in domestic and international forums impacting the training and certification requirements of merchant mariners. AB Sinclair Oubre and QMED David Dukehart also serve on the 19-member panel, which meets twice a year. (The next session tentatively is slated for April in Washington, D.C.) During last month's meeting, MERPAC primarily focused on STCW issues, including related matters regarding the Coast Guard's National Maritime Center and regional exam centers. The committee developed a document titled "Guidance for Onboard Assessors or Ship's Officers" intended to set standards for the appraisal of proficiencies contained in the 1995 STCW amendments. It recom- Bill Eglinton mended that the Coast Guard accept the guidelines for use in assessing the Chapter VI (basic safety) requirements of the convention. Among other recommendations, MERPAC urged that text be added at the top of STCW certificates confirming that the mariner has attained the required standards of competence spelled out in thy tables governing basic safety training within the previous five years. The committee also endorsed eventually combining all mariner credentials into one document. Seafarers LOG 3 �New LNG Operator Honors SIU Contract Union Will Continue Fight To Keep U.S. Flag on Ships The SIU recently announced that it has been advised of the cransfer of the management contract for the LNG fleet from Energy Transportation Corp. to a Hamburg-based company called Pronav. Pronav has agreed to honor the contract already in place between the SIU and ETC. That five-year agreement was ratified in 1996. "Therefore, the operation of the vessels and the employment of our union members should remain unchanged," stated SIU Vice President Contracts Augie Tellez at the September membership meeting in Piney Point, Md. "However, Pronav has made no secret of their intent to ultimately reflag foreign," he contin- ued. "Now more than ever, it is important for our members serving aboard the LNG ships to continue to execute their duties in the same exemplary and professional manner that has always characterized their work. Anyone who knows the SIU knows that we will fight with every tool at our disposal to prevent a company from reflagging. "We are assessing all of our options and strategies, and we will keep the membership apprised of our progress." Pronav takes over a fleet of eight SIU-crewed LNG vessels that transports liquefied natural gas between ports in Indonesia and Japan. Jose "Joe" Perez Retires As New Orleans Port Agent SIU official Jose "Joe" Perez has retired after almost 40 years of service to the union. Perez, who turned 65 in August, ~gan his career at the Houston hall in 1959 as a clerk to Port Agent Rohen Matthews. .. I did a tittle bit of everything for the union," Perez recalJed. "I registered members, worked rhe shipping bonrd, handled the teletype and counted the dues when they came in." Perez told a story on himself about the first vessel he serviced after going to work behind the ~ounter. ..It was the Steel Chemist in Galveston, Texas. Why do I remember it? Because I came back to the hall $50 short and I had to make it up," he recounted with a slight laugh. He became a familiar figure in many of the union's organizing drives across the Gulf states and the Caribbean. One of his last campaigns was bringing E.N. Bisso boatmen under the SIU's banner. He also assisted the staffs in many of the union ha1ls in those regions. The fleet of eight SIU-crewed LNG ships will be managed by Hamburg-based Pronav. SIU, MTD Seek Solid Support for Janes Act Continued from page 3 related industries, and the nation will lose substantial revenues." In conclusion, Sacco said, "Any effort to allow foreign entry into the cabotage trades, as suggested by the legislation seeking to amend the Jones Act which has been introduced in the Senate during this Congress, must be seen as a grave threat to U.S. maritime power and, in tum. to U.S. national security." Sacco then noted he looked forward to working with the chairman as well as the rest of the commi uee on this and other issues. Historical Impact Joe Perez Perez was transferred as a patrolman LO New Orleans in 1990 and was elected port agent there in 1992. He was reelected to that post in 1996. Perez. who began his labor career as an organizer in Houston for the Retail Clerks International before coming to the SIU, is not planning co slow down too much in retirement. He still is on the executive board of the Greater New Orleans Central Labor Council and the Louisiana AFLCIO. He also will continue to serve as the secretary-treasurer of the Port Maritime Council of Greater New Orleans and Vicinity. In its statement presented to the full committee, the MTD--0f which the SIU is a membershowed how the U.S.-flag merchant fleet has played a vital role in the commerce and defense of the nation since its founding. The MTD informed the committee that passage of the Jones Act came after the problems faced by the U.S. armed forces and American merchanrs in moving their goods during World War I. "The Jones Act was enacted to solidify the gains made under the Shipping Act of 1916. In terms of projecting its military power overseas, the United States had entered World War I totally unprepared." the MTD's report noted. cabotage Worldwide The department, composed of 32 international unions representing a combined 8 million mem- Captain Commends Hawaii Crew for Rescue The captain of the Sea-La.nd Hawaii praised crew members for their efficient actions during a complicated rescue of two fishermen September 7, approximately 27 miles south of Dry Tortugas. "This rescue went better than any drill that I have witnessed aboard ship, in my 28 years of sailing for Sea-Land," wrote Captain R. Barry in a report of the recovery. "The rescue was a total team effort on the part of all hands on the Sea-Land Hawaii .... The crew demonstrated that they require very little instruction and know what to do in an emergency." Following are excerpts of Barry's report. After the fishing boat Linda Jeane sent a distress call, "Other vessels in the area relayed the distress call to the U.S. Coast Guard in St. Petersburg, Fla. The Coast Guard established communications with the Unda Jeane and prepared to dispatch a helicopter. ''The Linda Jeane was taking on water and had lost her engines. The weather conditions were clear with Force 5 (20 knot) winds and 7-foot seas. "We approached the Linda Jeane on her leeward side, with the intent of standing by until Coast Guard assistance arrived. The chief mate, bosun, 4 Seafarers LOG two daymen and the radio officer were called out to rig ladders and assist with communications. As we approached the Linda Jeane, it became clear that she was rolling extremely heavily. due to the free surface effect of her flooding. "I maneuvered the Hawaii to keep the Linda Jeane approximately 200 feet off our port beam. When the crew of the Linda Jeane suggested that they might have to abandon ship, we sounded the emergency signal in order to get all hands out and prepare to launch a lifeboat, if necessary. "The Linda Jeane took a severe roll and the crew announced that they were abandoning ship and getting in their life raft. I instructed the chief mate to prepare to pick up the survivors on our starboard pilot ladder. I backed the vessel and approached directly at the life raft, using slow speeds and our bow thruster.... "The rescue attempt was complicated by the necessity to avoid hitting the 72-foot fishing vessel, which was approximately 20 feet to leeward of the raft.. .. Both survivors came aboard wet and cold, but in otherwise good condition." bers, reminded the legislators of a recent study conducted by the Maritime Administration that 47 of the world's 55 wealthiest nations have some sort of cabotage laws governing their domestic trades. "Simply put, they do not believe that it is advisable to let foreign transportation interests take control over their lakes, harbors, and coastal and inland waters," the MTD wrote. "Foreign shipping interests have been trying to minimize the dangers inherent in opening up our inland and coastal waters to foreign-flag vessels. They don't talk about the poor safety records of many foreign-flag vessels, or the appalling record of human rights and labor abuses chat are associated with them. "What's more, opponents of the Jones Act conveniently forget to mention that there is no such thing as accountability outside of the traditional maritime registries. Accidents or environmental damage caused by U.S.-flag vessels usually can be traced to a single corporate entity. That definitely is not the case with runaway-flag vessels." The MTD pointed out the Jones Act has widespread bipartisan support in the House of Representatives as seen in House Concurrent Resolution 65, which has more than 240 sponsors reaffirming their backing of the nation's freight cabotage law. Noting the several bills before Congress that want to eliminate or alter one part of the Jones Act or another, the MID added, "By singling out one product or one segment of the maritime industry for spe<:ial treatment, foreign shipping interests and their allies want to undermine the integrity of our nation's cabotage laws one provision, one law, one exemption at a time." Please},e acl.Vls~a that SIU'hf;Jadqf!~rters .and all SIUhiring . (lalls".willbe closed on Wedn[J§Ji?iY, N9vember 11·, 1998 . :. . . . (unless an e.mergep(Jy ari~fJs} for th~ ·abservanc8.."ot .. V:eteran~ .Day. They also will be closed or(Thursday, . r;Joveinbel26 in obseryaiice gt Thsnksgivlng Day. Normal busines$ .hours wiii re~µ{tle th,,~.fol/owing workday.. President Hoover Saves 2 The Seafarers-crewed President Hoover rescued two men in a life raft who had fled from their burning sailboat near the coast of Baja, Calif. After a one-hour search on July 20, the President Hoover located the survivors approximately 30 miles from Turtle Bay. The uninjured pair had been in the raft for about four hours. A fuel leak reportedly caused the fire, and the sailboat sank after the men abandoned it. They sent a distress signal before fleeing, leading to the President Hoover's diversion from its course. The U.S. Coast Guard present- ed a certificate of appreciation to the American Ship Management vessel, which is crewed by members of the SIUNA-affiliated Sailors' Union of the Pacific and Marine Firemen·s Union in the deck and engine departments, respectively, and the by SIU in the steward department. The commendation notes the crew's "humanitarian actions taken on July 20. The unselfish actions and dedication of the master and crew of the President Hoover are in keeping with the maritime tradition of providing assistance to those in distress and distinguishes them as true humanitarian heroes." Ocean Venture Signals New Jobs The SIU gained new jobs when a subsidiary of American Steamship Co. recently entered the integrated tug-barge Ocean Venture into the Jones Act U.S. coastwise and deep sea trades. Operated by Coastwise Bulk Transport Inc., the Ocean Venture potentially represents the first of many such ITBs that the company plans to handle. The parent company has stated its aim to compete in the deep sea trades, with operations between U.S. and close foreign ports. Members of the SIU's Great Lakes division crew 11 self-unloaders operated by American Steamship on the Lakes. October 1998 �Stock Market Fluctuations Renew Concerns About Changing the Social Security System With the recent volatility of the stock market affecting the way people are making decisions about their future, more questions are being raised concerning efforts by some to privatize the Social Security system. In August, the AFL-CIO Executive Council came out strongly against such a proposal. (SIU President Michael Sacco is on the council as a vice president.) The council, which serves as the national labor federation's governing body between biennial conventions, outlined its sevenpoint program to strengthen Social Security before the stock markets started their roller coaster-like series of ups and downs, with the Dow Jones average losing nearly 15 percent in value at Sealarers Need TRB As of August 1, 1998, SIU members cannot register to ship unless they either possess or have applied for the training record book (TRB) jointly issued by the union and the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education. Applications are available at all SIU halls and also are printed in recent issues of the Seafarers LOG. The September issue of the LOG contains a two-page TRB guide that includes the application. Original TRBs are issued at no charge to members, although Seafarers applying for the booklets must send two color, passport-size photos with their application. There is a $25 charge for replacement books. For more information, contact your port agent or telephone the Paul Hall Center admissions office at (301) 994-0010, extension 5202. one point. The program put forward by the AFL-CIO includes making certain Social Security _9Jntinues to provide retired and disabled workers, as well as dependents and survivors, with a guaranteed monthly benefit protected against inflation for life; preventing private accounts from becoming the core for these benefits; working to use government surpluses to shore up Social Security rather than provide tax cuts for the wealthy; and maintaining the age at which workers are eligible for early or full benefits. In announcing the outline, AFL-CIO President John Sweeney noted, "Those who push privatization expect America's workers to trade in Social Security's protections for an expensive system of individual accounts that will subject working families to the very real risk that they will end up with little to show for their lifetimes of hard work." Reports from some so-called research groups claim the system faces bankruptcy in the very near future without immediate changes. However, the Social Security Administration's 1998 report to its trustees stated the program can continue to meet its obligations without changes until the year 2032. At that time, the administration projected it would have to cut benefits by between 25 to 30 percent. In his State of the Union address this year, President Bill Clinton called for a year of study on Social Security with a White House conference on the issue to occur in December so a legislative solution could be presented next year. Sweeney said those espousing privatization "have gotten a free ride in the media and in the public debate with their high-cost plans to replace Social Security's guaranteed, defined benefits with individual retirement accounts." The National Council of Senior Citizens (NCSC), an organization which has been fighting for issues affecting older Americans since 1961, called the efforts by some in big business and on Wall Street to privatize Social Security "a stock-picking crapshoot for American families, most of whom know little or nothing about the stock market." Another problem being overlooked in the call for privatization, according to NCSC, will be the cost to change the system. "Under a privatization model, current and future Social Security benefits would have to be paid out of a shrinking pool of revenue flowing into the Social Security Trust Fund," the seniors' organization noted. "In order to cover the costs of converting the current Social Security system into a private system, taxes would have to be raised in excess of a trillion dollarsalmost the cost of the 75-year financing shortfall in the first place." Among others coming out against privatization is U.S. Representative David Bonior (DMich. ), the second ranking Democrat in the House. "Privatizing Social Security would force working people without investment experience to gamble with the security they've earned through years of hard work," Bonior stated. "Social Security is about people. It's about protecting their life savings. And that's why I'm against privatizing the system." ITF's Global Mariner Begins World Tour Continued from page 3 The Human Toll While runaway shipowners ofLen turn quick profits, mariners pay the price. The ITF long ago confirmed that some crew members on runaway flags-many of whom are completely unqualified ro work aboard a ship-buy their jobs. You can't blame those crews,.. noted Edd Morris. one of the SIU's ITF inspectors. "Many of them are from Third World countries, and they're desperately trying to support their families. Some see this as their only option ." Meanwhile, the fleets of tradi tional maritime nations have shrurik, in large part because of runaway-flag shipping; and many of the professie>na.l mariners there in effect have been forced to leave the indJ,Jslry. Shipyard workers and port employees have suffered related job losses as well. Bai;k aboard the runaway ships, i;onditions are as varied as the multinational crews. Some of the vessels meet international 0 minimum standards for safety and cleanliness; many others do not. (In most cases, international standards are lower than those used in the U.S.) In the past two years, the SIU's ITF inspectors atone have assisted crews aboard runaway-flag ships who endured severe food short- Ship Features Many Exhibits The ITF bills the Global Mariner as "a combination of art and information." Purchased and refitted by the ITF. the former Lady R~b~cca is a general cargo ship that also can take containers. But, for this 18·month voyage around thA world, the G/aba/ Mariner'$ i;argo actually is a blend 6f e'.llhibits designed to spotlight the plague e>f runawey-tleg shipping, the importance of the shipping industry and the need for solutions to the blight of substandard shipping. "In the ~argo holds, giant dramatic images of work at sea combine with sounds and smells to create a unique and thoughtful atmosphNe," the federation notes. "An on-board cinema shows films relating to the shipping industry, including some of the most notorious events in recent maritime history. A new ITF broadcast-quality video about the flag-of-convenience system will be shown for the first time. "Also, a specially commissioned interactive CD-ROM will be on display which invites the visitor to try their hand at being a seafarer or shipowner." The British-flag ship, built in 1979, will host various other displays throughout its voyage. The vessel is 535 feet long and travels at an average speed of 15.5 knots. October 1998 ages, contaminated water, roachin fested quarters, poverty-level wages (and periods of longer than one year when no wages at all were paid), inadequate medical attention, little or no shore leave, shockingly dangerous shipboard practices (such as improper storage of flammable material) and other assorted difficulties. Fighting Back The ITF and its affiliates are making significant progress in this fight. Last year, the federation secured $37 million in unpaid wages for mariners aboard runaway-flag ships and other sub· standard vessels. ITF inspectors also secured other assistance for the crews, including fresh stores and medical treatment. Perhaps the greatest evidence that the IlF campaign is succeeding is the number of ships brought under ITF contract in the last five years. In 1993, only about 2,000 ships were covered. Today, more than 5,000 vessels enjoy the protection of an ITF agreement, which sets minimum international wage and safety standards. Altogether, the Global Mariner's voyage may last up to 18 months. The International Transport Workers' Federation says it hopes to attract about 150,000 visitors to the vessel as part of the 50-year anniversary of its campaign against runaway-flag shipping. After a major conversion that equipped it to host various exhibits, the Global Mariner set sail this summer from London, where the ITF is based. · AB Adam Talut:t:i Dies in Accident AB Adam Talucci, 26, died in an accident August 27 while working aboard the /TB New York. Brother Talucci graduated from the trainee program at Piney Point in 1993. His father, Steven Talucci, sails as a steward/cook on NATCO dredges. Funeral services took place September 5 in Jacksonville Beach, Fla. ..An untimely death like Adam's is especially tragic," stated SIU President Michael Sacco. "We in the SIU extend our deepest, most heartfelt sympathies to Brother Steven Talucci and the rest of Adam's family. And we also mourn the loss of a member of our SIU family." SIU Jacksonville Port Agent Tony McQuay, who encouraged Brother Talucci when he expressed interest in attending the Lundeberg School, described him as "a good sailor and a good SIU member. He will be deeply missed." The accident happened as the /TB New York was tying up in St. Croix. Reportedly, a line snapped and struck Brother Talucci in the head, killing him instantly. The line also hit the second mate, who suffered only minor injuries. ' Bosun Stephen Argay, a longtime friend of Brother Talucci's in addition to being a shipmate, said the AB was a good crew member, knew his job well and was an asset to the deck department. The U.S. Coast Guard is investigating the incident. Seafarers LOG 5 �SIU Mourns 2 Former Officials Louis Guarino Retired SIU port agent Louis Guarino passed away August 28 in New Orleans after battling lung cancer. He was 68. Guarino sailed in the SIU' s deep sea and inland divisions from 1954 to 1961. He worked in all three departments, and his shipboard experience included voyages on Waterman, Delta and Alcoa vessels. In 1961, Guarino came ashore to work as the dispatcher at the SIU's New Orleans hall. The native of Independence, La. served in that position for more than 20 years. At various times in the 1980s, Guarino worked as a representative at the Lundeberg School in Piney Point, Md., as port agent in Norfolk, Va. and as a port official in Jacksonville, Fla. He retired to Metairie, La. in 1984. Jim Martin, retired SIU port agent, knew Guarino very well. "He made his mark as a dispatcher. He was a top dispatcher in the SIU-that was his trademark," Martin recalled. "He loved life and made the most of it. Most of all, he was a great believer in the SIU." .Jacob (.Jack) Ostensen Jacob Ostensen, retired SIU port agent in New Bedford, Mass., died August 28 in Fall River, Mass. He was 88. A native of Norway, Ostensen worked on several New Bedford scallopers before coming ashore in 1960. He served the SIU in various capacities during the 1960s, including port agent. In 1970, he became administrator of the New Bedford Fishermen's Pension Fund. He retired in 1980. Ostensen was very active in the labor movement and was a delegate to the Massachussetts State AFL-CIO conventions for 10 years. SIU Active on Labor Day In keeping with the union's tradition, SIU members and officials participated in a number of Labor Day ceremonies this year, including events in New York, San Francisco, Jersey City, N.J., Mobile, Ala., Woodbridge, Va. and elsewhere. Near right: recently retired SIU Vice President West Coast George McCartney greets Ca.life>rnia. senator Barbara. Bo)(er during a rally in San Francisco. Far right'. SIU Vice President Atlantic Coast Jack Caffey helped generate publicity for labor's cause when tie wa.s featured in the New York daily newspaper Newsday. Below; SIU Representative Ed Pulver (left) marches in the Jersey City parade. Bottom photo'. Trade unionists and their families and friends march in a Labor Day pMade in N6rthern Vir!7Jinia. The event focused on the AFL-CIO's living wage campaign. Maritime Briefs NASSCO Shipbuilding Program Adds to Increase in Jobs for Seafarers New job opportunities are on the horizon for Seafarers as the National Steel and Shipbuilding Company (NASSCO) has completed keel laying for the fourth of seven Watson-class ships being readied for the U .S. Military Sealift Command (MSC). The first ship, the USNS Watson, was launched by the West Coast shipyard in July of last year. The second. the USNS Sisler, was christened in February 1998, and the third in the series, the USNS Dahl, is scheduled to be launched this month. The name of the fourth ship, a ro11-on/ro11-off vessel, has not yet been released, but as with the other vessels, will be named after an Army Medal of Honor recipient. In addition to the new ship construction. NASSCO has converted three SIU-crewed containerships for the strategic sealift program: the USNS Shughart, the USNS Yano and the USNS Soderman. A total of 19 sealift vessels, both conversions and new constructions, are planned to be delivered by three U .S. shipyards by the year 2001. The goal of the program is to build a fleet of ships that will increase American's sealift capacity by providing prepositioning and surge readiness to transport military vehicles, helicopters and supporting materiel. Largest Pollution Fines Ever Assessed Against Royal Caribbean Cruises A U.S. judge last month ordered Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. to pay a fine of $9 million for dumping oily bilge waste into the ocean and lying about it. Royal Caribbean pleaded guilty in June to eight felony counts in a pretrial agreement with prosecutors on cases brought in Puerto Rico and Florida. In the Florida incident, the company's Nordic Empress pumped bilge waste into the Atlantic en route from the Bahamas to Miami. A U.S. Coast Guard aircraft, which had been searching for drug smugglers, spotted a seven-mile oil slick behind the ship. When the Nordic Empress arrived in port. U.S. authories asked to see a log in which ship's officers were required to record bilge pumping. The log falsely omitted the fact that they had pumped oily waste. In the Puerto Rico case, The Sovereign of the Seas admitted its crews routinely pumped oil bilge, kept dummy logs and disassembled illegal sewage pipes bypassing cleaning devices as part of a conspiracy to hide the illegal practices. In addition to the fine-the largest collective fine in the cruise ship industry- U.S. District Judge Donald Middlebrooks put Royal Caribbean on five years' probation and ordered it to sumbit an environmental compliance plan by December 15 of this year. AMO's Jack Brady Succumbs to Cancer John F. "Jack.. Brady, a founding member and longtime official of the American Maritime Officers (AMO), passed away August 11 _ He was 68 years old. "Jack was a dedicated, hard working union official," recalled SIU President Michael Sacco. "No matter what the struggle, he was there fighting for his members. He will be sorely missed." AMO President Michael McKay described Brady as "one of a kind. He took every assignment full ahead, and he never stopped working for the seafaring men and women he was proud to represent--even when he retired. Jack Brady worked the phone from his home to Washington, calling old friends to discuss specific maritime policy issues, reminding them of why the U.S. needs its own merchant fleet under its own flag." Brady began sailing in 1946 with the U.S. Army Transport Service. The next year, he enlisted in the U .S. Navy. He later received the Purple Heart for being wounded in action during the Korean conflict. Brady earned his third assistant engineer's license in 1952 and was among the first to join the fledgling Brotherhood of Marine Engineers, an SIUNA affiliate and the forerunner of today's AMO. He sailed six Jack Brady years before coming ashore as a representative for the union, which had merged with locals of the Marine Engineers Beneficial Association to become MEBA Great Lakes District Local 10 l. The district later changed its name to District 2-MEBA. He would serve on the union's executive board as well as be a vice president, executive vice president and secretarytreasurer. In the mid- l 970s, Brady was assigned to head the union's Washington operations. He worked with officials from the SIU, the AFL-CIO Maritime Trades Department and others to gain support for the U.S.-flag fleet in Congress. He retired in 1992 as the congressional and legislative affairs director. Flu Shots Set For October 23 In.Tacoma Virginia Mason Clinic will again offer free ftu shots this year to members and retirees who qualify under the rules of the Seafarers Welfare Plan. The inoculations will be given at the Tacoma half after the October membership meeting on Friday, October 23, 1998, from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. The address is 3411 South Union Avenue. In order to expedite the necessary paperwork, it is requested that any member or retiree intending to receive a flu sh<:>t call the hall one week prior to October 23. The telephone number is (253) 272-7774. 6 Seafarers LOG October 1998 �'Never Stop Learning,' Say New Recertified Bosuns Representing a vast geographical and ethnic makeup of the Seafarers International Union, the most recent group of deck department members to graduate from the recertified bosun program gave thanks to the union for their jobs and urged those following in their footsteps to never stop learning. Each of the nine recertified bosuns came to the podium to accept their graduation certificates during ceremonies at the September membership meeting in Piney Point, Md. They spoke to an audience composed of union officials, fellow members, unli censed trainees, family and guests. They thanked the union officials as well as the teachers and staff at the Lundeberg School for their knowledge, professionalism, patience and understanding. A graduate of the Lundeberg School's entry level program (Class #131) in 1973, Michael D. Dunn, 45, has returned to the school several times to upgrade his skills. Dunn, who ships from the port of San Francisco, stated that the SIU has enabled him to sail all over the world-places like Hong Kong, Glasgow, Rio-and that being selected for the bosun recertification program "has been a high point in a wonderful career." The sessions on wire splicing with Instructor Ed Boyer were among Dunn's favorite parts of the recertification curriculum. Some of his remarks were directed toward the unlicensed apprentices in the audience. "I want you to take advantage of the opportunities that the school has given you," he stated, "and will continue to g ive you. We are all very privileged. Always remember, we're like a family both out at sea and here at the school. We are all here to help you grow." Very Rewarding Ramon Castro joined the union in 1977 in New Orleans. The 46-year-old Seafarer has attended upgrading courses at the Lundeberg School before, but found this program-the highest curriculum available to Seafarers who sail in the deck departmentthe most rewarding of his ~areer. "Upgrading our skills is the only way to reach our goals," he stated. "And the Lundeberg School is such a tranquil place in which to learn." Castro said he will urge all members to take advantage of the union's educational facilities. "Without upgrading, your choices of a job are limited." Edwin Rivera, 43, formerly of New York and now sailing from Jacksonville, Fla., has been with the SIU for 19 years. ''The union has been good to me and my family," said Rivera, The nine graduates of the bosun recertification program pose with officials of the SIU at the September membership meeting. From the left (front row) are SIU VP West Coast Nick Marrone, Michael McCarthy, Ramon Castro, Norman Armstrong, SIU President Michael Sacco, Michael Dunn, SIU VP Contracts Augie Tellez, Robert Woodson, (second row) SIU Representative George Tricker, Plans Administrator Lou Delma, Gregory Hamilton, SIU Secretary-Treasurer David Heindel, Edwin Rivera and Edwin Gambrel. who has upgraded four previous times at the Lundeberg School, located on the grounds of the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education. He said he had a great time in the recertified bosun program and learned a lot from the instructors. "I am a proud member of this union," Rivera stated. To the unlicensed apprentices, he added, "You're in a great union. Keep coming back and learn all you can." Educational yet still enjoyable is the way Edwin G. Gambrel, 45, described his overall experience at Piney Point. He thanked the SIU for the opponunities he has had since joining the union in Mobile, Ala. in 1973 and noted that he would definitely recommend the school's upgrading classes and the great staff. He particularly enjoyed learning some computer basics as well as the thorough review of firefighting and CPR. "The SIU is the best union, bar none... stared Harold Sebring. "Nowhere else can you get an education like this." The 43-year-old recertified bosun, who sails from the pon of Houston, added that a small way the membership can assist the union in its goals is to get out there and pitch in when neededmaybe on a picket line or writing letters or making phone calls. Michael McCarthy, 36, sails from Brooklyn. He has seen a lot of changes in the SIU and at the Lundeberg School since he joined in 1981. He particularly mentioned the hard work done by the union officials and other staff employeeswork that is seldom noticed by the membership. The wheels are constantly turning, he said of the union leadership-negotiating contracts, talking with congres- sional representatives, taking care of insurance claims and vacations. "They're working hard for us, but what can we, as union members, do in return?" he asked. One way, McCarthy suggested, is to work hard when you are out on a ship. "Put in an honest day's work every day," he said. He also suggested helping someone else who may be having trouble, either with their studies at the school or with their duties on board ship. "Be brotherly," he said. "It's for all of us." McCanhy reminded his fellow members, "We•re the ones with the jobs. So our union officials must be doing something right for us. Let's keep the union spirit strong-and keep working hard." Thanked Instructors Robert Woodson, 36, thanked everyone who took the time to encourage and instruct him on taking advantage of the numerous opportunities, both at the school and aboard SIU-contracted vessels throughout the world. Sailing from the port of Norfolk, Va., Woodson joined the SIU after eight years of active duty in the U.S. Navy. This is his third time at Piney Point. "As I look back at the many jobs available to us as SIU members," he told the audience, "I can't help but be proud of our negotiators who constantly work hard to ensure we have the widest variety of jobs available to any American maritime organization. Our leaders have forged a stable environment to carry the membership well into the new millennium." Along with job security, Woodson expressed his pride in being part of an organization that prioritizes some of the personal needs of its members, things like a constantly improved welfare plan and a professionally run addictions rehabilitation center. Woodson recognized all those people whose tireless efforts keep the jobs flowing: manpower, the hiring halls and those working behind the scenes. "We, the mighty rank-and-file of the SIU," he concluded, "will continue to fulfill our destiny and remain the backbone of the United States merchant marine." Gregory :_ .J. ! In order to graduate from the recertification program, the bosuns had to complete a class on damage control. October 1998 Hamilton, took me off the street and put me in the right direction." He was thrilled with being able to travel the world and make good money at the same time. The second opportunity came about 14 years ago "after all that partying around the world. . . . The union once again helped set me in the right direction. And the third is graduating from the bosun recertification program and getting some job security for me and my family." Hamilton, who sails from the port of Wilmington, Calif., has worked in all three departments, been shipwrecked in the Indian Ocean on an old T2 tanker (where he had to abandon ship by lifeboat), and has returned to the Lundeberg School four previous times to upgrade his skills. Like McCarthy, Hamilton thanked the union officials for their hard work in getting a good standard contract for the membership, but noted that future contracts "have a lot to do with us doing a good job out there on the ships." Sailing from the port of Mobile, Ala., Norman K. Armstrong, 36, believes that the CPR, first aid and firefighting classes teach skills he can defi- I nitely use, not only aboard ship, but at home as well. He joined the SIU in Piney Point in 1987, when he was 25 years old, and believes that in his 11 years of shipping, "the union has shown me how to be responsible. Being responsible is doing things the right way, and if you do things the right way, everything works out." Armstrong looks forward to his shipboard leadership position and advised the unlicensed trainees to "listen you your supervisors and work together as a team. You're going to be in different ports, see different things, visit different parts of the world. It's a great opportunity, but always ask questions and keep the right attitude." Additional Training In addition to refresher courses in CPR and firefighting as well as hands-on exercises and classroom work in many different areas of proficiency (wire splicing, military sealift operations, crane operations, damage control procedures), the nine bosuns met with representatives from all departments in the union, thereby enhancing their understanding of the many facets that have to come together to make the union strong. Officials from the contracts department discussed how the union goes about negotiating an agreement. Representatives from the SIU's health, vacation and pension programs kept the nine members abreast of their benefits, and during a trip to the union's headquarters building in Camp Springs, Md., the bosuns learned about the latest efforts of the SIU's legislative and government affairs departments to promote U.S.-flag shipping and ensure job security for all Seafarers. The six-week program has come to an end, but the nine recertified bosuns will feel its effects for many years to come. With their new-found knowledge about the workings of the union, they now are in a position to practice what they have learned and disseminate that information to their fellow shipmates around the world. The recertified bosuns work with some of the unlicensed apprentices during a crane operations class. 42, believes he has been given three golden opportunities in his life, all with the help of the SIU. The first occurred a quarter-century ago when he came through as a trainee at the age of 16 (Class #112). "This school and union Seafarers LOG 7 �ACE Alliance Aims to Fortify STCW Training An upcoming agreement between the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education and the American Council on Education (ACE) is designed to help Seafarers meet STCW requirements. The expanded alliance between the center and ACE-the exact date of which has not been announced-stems from a 1995 STCW amendment requiring an external auditing process known as a quality standard system, or QSS. ACE recently received U.S. Coast Guard authorization as a QSS. This means that ACE will be able to approve Paul Hall Center courses as fulfilling STCW requirements. much the same way as the Coast Guard's National Maritime Center (NMC) has okayed applicable classes in the past. ACE Director Jo Ann Robinson and her staff recently spent several days at the school in Piney Point, Md., learning more about the facility's c1asses and admissions procedures. However, this is not a new association between the center's Lundeberg School and the Washington, D.C.-based education group. ACE, a college credit recommendation service, has been evaluating the school's curriculums since 1975. As a result of those years of assessments, one benefit to upgraders is that they have had the chance to obtain academic credit for learning acquired outside the auspices of traditional colleges and universities. In other words, an SIU member who successfully completes one or more of the vocational or academic courses available at Piney Point may receive college credit for it, since the Lundeberg School c1asses are ACE-evaluated. The final decision rests with the college or university, though. Meanwhile, ACE is one of three entities approved by the Coast Guard to serve as a QSS for facilities providing training and education to meet STCW requirements. The other two are the American Bureau of Shipping and Det Norske Veritas. Staff members from the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in late August welcomed representatives of the American Council on Education (ACE) for an in-depth update on the Piney Point, Md. facility's curriculums and admissions procedures. "The requirements of STCW are a perfect fit with ACE," observed Bill Eglinton, director of vocational education at the Paul Hall Center. "As a QSS, ACE will be much more involved with the school." Upgraders Use Academic Dept. As Springboard to Other Courses Overseas Safety Schaal l'rovides Anti-Terrorism Training How can you detect when someone is watching you? Is there any reason to be potentially suspicious of someone carrying a camera? What good will it do to retrace your steps? The Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education helps Seafarers answer these fairly unusual questions and many others in an anti-terrorism briefing iL provides to all students at the Piney Point, Md. school. Though not required to do so, the center's Lundeberg School added this one-hour course in response to a direcrive from the JoiM Chiefs of Staff. That order covers Depanmenc of Defense employees who are deployed overseas. Since mariners working aboard military-contracted ships -such as those operated by the U.S . Military Sealift Command-are considered Defense Department employees for the duration of the voyage, they must complete anti-terrorism training before sailing overseas. (There are four levels of training specified by the government. Mariners must complete the first level. The other levels are for instructors, military unit commander~ and very high-ranking officers.) Several hundred Seafarers already have completed the class since the school first offered it a few months ago. "This training is meant to help OYSTERS: Love 'Em Or Leave 'Em.? Editor's note: The following article was written by Chef Allan Sherwin, director of culinary education at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md. Man has been eating oysters for more than 4,000 years. They were delicacies of Roman emperors and French kings and are consumed in increasing numbers today. Raw bars are popular throughout America, and shucked raw oysters are served with Tabasco, horseradish, cocktail sauce and exotic combinations of ginger, roasted chilies and oriental flavors. There are, however, dangers associated with consumption of this wonderful shellfish. Oysters should be harvested from governmentinspected beds and tagged. These beds are free from contaminated water that could carry deadly hepatitis A viruses. The tags should be kept for 90 days by the end user. Consumption of raw oysters has led to the nation's worst outbreak of foodbome illness relating to oysters. Since early June, more than 300 cases of flu-like symptoms were reported in people who consumed oysters harvested in the Galveston Bay area of Texas. The Lone Star state stocks more than half the nation's supply. There are more than 20 million raw oyster eaters in this country, and people are at risk if they consume raw oysters from unapproved sources. All oysters have some bacteria that can be destroyed by steaming for eight minutes in the shell, boiling five minutes, or frying or baking at 450 degrees (F.) for 10 minutes. When using live oysters, lightly tap the shell. It 8 Seafarers LOS the members, help our contracted companies and help the military. It really simplifies things all the way around," noted Bill Eglinton, director of vocational education at the center and a certified antiterrorism instructor. The course touches on different aspects of terrorism-everything from how to identify potential threats, to reasons why people commit terrorist acts, to surviving a hostage ~ituation. Much of the content focuses on preventive action and awareness. The government directive for such training took about one year to implement. It was launched following the bombing of Khobar Towers, Saudi Arabia in June 1996. should close tightly. A freshly shucked oyster should have a pleasant fresh sea-breeze odor, and the liquor is clear and not cloudy. Store live oysters as close to 32 degrees (E) as possible and cover with a damp cloth. Never cover with ice. Fresh water will kill the oysters. and placing them in plastic bags will suffocate them. Frozen oysters in the shell are now marketed. They are flash frozen and can be used in many recipes. The key is to buy from a reputable supplier. Persons with liver disease should not eat raw oysters. There are bacteria found in some oysters in government beds that have caused many cases of foodborne illness. Vibrio fulnificus is a bacterium that is found in marine waters even if the water is clean. This bacterium can cause stomach distress, flu-like symptoms, blood poisoning and even death. The trend toward warmer c1imates and warmer waters has increased the threat of illness caused by vibrio fulnificus. Government guidelines have recommended that persons in these areas eliminate consumption of raw oysters completely. January is the best month to consume oysters. Cold water means great flavor. There are as many as 15 varieties available from the five species found in the United States. There are distinct differences between a Florida Apalachicola oyster and a Bluepoint and a Martha's Vineyard. The flavor of oysters is determined by the waters in which they live and by what they eat. The Bluepoint refers to the Long Island Sound oysters. A new Fishers Island oyster from the island in the eastern sound is becoming a favorite of many New York oyster connoisseurs. Olympias from Seattle are the oyster of choice on the West Coast. Whatever the oyster, make sure that it is from federally inspected beds to ensure that it is free from harmful viral contamination (although it could still harbor deadly vibrio fulnificus). Cooking all oysters is the best insurance policy to avoid illness. For free oysters recipes, write to: Louisiana Oyster Recipes, 1600 Canal St., Suite 210, New Orleans, LA 70112. Thanks to their own efforts plus assistance from the Paul Hall Center's academic department, including instructor Rick Prucha (center), SIU members Yahya Al-saqaf (left) and Hussein Mohamed (right) recently completed several courses at the school. Preparatory courses for Seafarers who speak English as a second language helped enable them to pass the vocational curriculum and a computer basics class. Primarily speaking a language other than English does not mean SIU members cannot upgrade at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education. In fact, the academic department at the Piney Point, Md. facility offers extensive assistance for Seafarers who speak English as a second language (ESL). "It's a great place to learn. I appreciate the chance the school gives us to improve professionally and all the assistance from the academic department." stated deck department Seafarer Hussein Mohamed, who recently completed several courses at the center after taking two of the school's ESL preparatory c1asses. Mohamed and Yahya Alsaqaf, both of whom last sailed with American Hawaii Cruises, each fulfilled the requirements of the school's computer basics course. They also took ESL preparatory classes for water survival and firefighting, then passed the actual courses. Since the center's Lundeberg School opened 31 years ago, it has offered academic support for students taking vocational programs as well as for those students requiring basic skills or ESL or continuing their education. Currently, this includes a GED program, ESL, adult basic education, a basic vocational support program, and a degree-granting college curriculum. See page 23 for more information about the school and upcoming classes. It All Adds Up for Upgrader Watson Seafarer Taylor Q. Watson (right) receives his certificate for successful completion of the college-level Math 101 class at the Paul Hall Center from instructor Rick Prucha. Watson recently earned an "A" grade in the math class while also finishing the vocational department's FOWT course. October 1998 �When Is the SW Not the SIU? When It's on the 'Nash Bridges' Show There was a lot of excitement recently on Fremont Street in San front of the SIU hall to be exact. That is where filming for a scene in an upcoming "Nash Bridges" television show was being shot-with none other than its star, Don Johnson (formerly of another well known police show, "Miami Vice"). In the series, Don Johnson's detective unit is known as the S.I.U. (Special Investigative Unit) and, according to SIU Vice President West Coast Nick Marrone, the actor "got a real kick with our SIU shirts thac I presented to him." This is the fourth season for the TV series which airs Friday nights at IO (Esn on CBS. The photos accompanying this article were taken by Robert Schindler, who sails as a QMED from the port of San Francisco. Francisc~in Filming for an episode of the 'Nash Bridges" show takes place in front of the SIU hall in San Francisco. Retired Q,MED Survives House Exploding on Him From the time Joseph Magyar began sailing on the Great Lakes in 1949 to the day he signed off the Sea-Land Venture in 1986, he never experienced anything that could closely relate to what took place around 9 p.m. August 5. That was when his Granite City, Ill. home collapsed around him following a gas explosion which had been triggered by a spark from a light switch being turned off. While the retired QMED survived with second degree burns to his head, neck and arms, he lost everything else. "I am very lucky to be alive," Magyar, 77, repeatedly told a reporter for the Seafarers LOG last month. "I'm kind of sore, but I am very fortunate." On the evening of the disaster, Magyar and his longtime friend, Anna Mokrie, were watching televi~ie>n. A heavy rain had etweloped thac pan of the country, a.nd Magyar was keeping an eye on the basement, which had started to flood. Th~ house in which chey lived was equipped with natural gas. The fumace had been off for the ~1,1mmer. On a check of the basement around 5'.30 p.m. char day, Magyar noticed water rising, so he turned off the pilot to the water heater. He decided to make one more trip to the basement shortly before 9 o'clock because he was looking forward to a television show. He was dressed only in a pair of shorts and a t-shirt. "I didn't smell a thing," Magyar recalled. "I clicked on the basement light. looked around and was headed back up the steps. "I pulled off the switch, then whoosh! I looked back and saw the fire coming towards me." Magyar recalled trying to get up the steps but the door was jammed. He had no idea the house had collapsed. "My hair was on fire. I saw a puddle of water and laid down in it to put the fire out." According to newspaper reports, neighbors and emergency teams rushed to the house to rescue Magyar and Mokrie. She was assisted out of the building dazed, but unhurt. Magyar, still trying to get up the stairs, was pulled up by neighbors. "I was in the yard next door, talking rational, and still didn't October 'I 998 know the house blew apart. I was shaking like a frog leg in a frying pan and people kept asking me questions-my name, my ageand I got tired of it. "When the paramedic asked me if I was allergic to anything, I said, 'Yea, I'm allergic to fire.' They stopped asking me questions then." Magyar spent three weeks in St. John's Mercy Medical Center in nearby St. Louis. That is where he found out what he lost in the blast. Safety inspectors deemed his home of more than 25 years as a total loss and ordered it bulldozed immediately. Mokrie (who spent the night in the hospital for observation) and he had no chance to reMver anything-including clothes, piccures. mementos or wallets. Some neighbors gathered what Ii ttlc they could before the structure was demolished, but that little bit was stolen from a locked garage two nights later. "I lost my hearing aids, glasses and teeth. I lost all my papers and souvenirs from sailing," Magyar said. Among his cherished items were salt-and-pepper shakers from around the world, Liberty ship paperweights, pocket watches and baseball cards and photos going back to the time of Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig. (To show how he was moving on with his life, Magyar changed the conversation to say he was looking forward to seeing on television St. Louis Cardinal first baseman Mark McGwire break baseball's single-season home run record that weekend.) Mokrie and Magyar have moved into a house owned by her family in the same community where they lived. They have purchased several pieces of furniture and clothing to resume a normal lifestyle. But they know they will not be able to replace a lot of the items they once had. While he lost a lifetime of collectibles, the retired QMED realizes how fortunate he is to be able to talk about them-and anything else. "My neighbors helped a lot. They still are amazed anyone could survive that explosion. People don't know how I came out of this. "God was watching out for me." In photo at left, actor Don Johnson (behind the sunglasses) is thrilled with the SIU shirts given to him by SIU Vice President West Coast Nick Marrone. Above, Don Johnson gets ready for the filming of a scene. Lakes Seafarers Salute QMED Brink Walter J. McCarthy Crew Remembers Longtime Shipmate The SIU-crewed Walter J. McCarthy Jr. last month paid tribute to someone who worked aboard the Great Lakes vessel for 15 years. Crew members conducted a brief shipboard ceremony in memory of QMED Ed Brink, who passed away September 1 at age 69. The observance included horn blasts and the tossing of a wreath into the St. Clair River. It took place in a sentimental location-the area where Brother Brink's wife often visited so she could wave to him as the ship sailed past. Mrs. Brink and the couple's 4-year-old daughter were among the 50 or so relatives and friends who observed last month's salute. "This was our spot," Mrs. Brink told a local newspaper that featured the ceremony. "I know that Ed is watching this. I know that he is still on that ship-at least his spirit." Seafarer Brink sailed on the Lakes for 52 years, including 29 with SIU-contracted American Steamship Co. (which operates the McCarthy). SIU Algonac, Mich. Representative Don Thornton described Brother Brink as "a quiet person who was very dedicated to his job. I know his fellow SIU members on the Lakes admired his long record of safe, hard work. He will be missed." Brother Brink was diagnosed with cancer in mid-July. He spent the following six weeks in and out of the hospital before passing away at home in Port Huron, Mich. Smooth Sailing & Cool Cookout on LNG Gemini In a recent note to the Seafarers LOG, SA Fernando Mesa reports smooth sailing aboard the LNG Gemini. "Nice weather, good crew, good food-no complaints at all,'' wrote .Mesa. The SA also notes that crew members enjoyed an Independence Day cookout aboard the LNG tanker, which transports liquefied natural gas to ports in Japan and Indonesia. Pictured preparing (and enjoying) the feast are (top photo) SAs Edwin Bonefont (left) and Gregory P. Blaylock; (photo below left) Chief Steward Kris A. Hopkins; and (below) Chief Cook Robert G. Maschmeier. Seafarers LOG 9 �SPAIN - Heading into Spain are SA Tony Colon and the rest of the crew aboard the Lawrence Gianella. LOS ANGELES - ACU James Nolan (left) and Steward/Baker S. Ghani help keep the President Kennedy's galley spotless. ,• MOBILE, ALA. - Veteran Mobile Pilots Doug McClure (at left in both photos) and Tommy Wescovich return to shore after another day of safely assisting deep sea vessels into the port. LONG BEACH, CALIF. - Pictured aboard the President Grant are (from left) SA Nassir Muzayyad, Steward/Baker J. Bull, SIU Port Agent John Cox and Chief Cook Kathleen Lanahan. EARLE (N.J.) NAVY WEAPONS STATION - The Ready Reserve Force (RAF) ship Cape Jacob, which had been in reduced opera.ting status, recently crewed in Mobile, Ala. and sailed to the Navy base in Earle. N.J .. where it continued preparations for an upcoming overseas assignment. In photo at left, Recertified Steward Richard Gray (left) and AB George Dean take a quick breather while helping prepare the ship for its voyage. At right, Chief Cook Jessie James (left) and Third Cook Bertrand Wright inspect provisions brought aboard. PUERTO RICO - AB Amancio Crespo (photo at right) and SA Carlos Sanchez welcome SIU Patrolman Victor Nunez aboard the HM/ Astrachem. Nunez serviced the vessel in Guayama. SHANGHAI - East meets West aboard the Sea-Land Innovator, as Chief Cook Sonny Edwards takes a photo with four Chinese guards. Steward/Baker Pepe Bayani is behind the camera. 10 Seafarers LOG October f 998 �The Brown Is Back! Venerable Vessel Rejoins Cable Operations The SIU-crewed Charles L. Brown rejoined Transoceanic Cable Ship Co.'s active fleet after approximately one year in layup. The venerable vessel last month sailed from the port of Baltimore, heading first for St. Croix to load cable and then to an assignment near Trinidad and Tobago. The SIU unlicensed crew as well as the officers who signed on the ship in mid-August met the challenge of bringing her into shape. "We're checking everything, just getting it all back together," Bosun Francisco Sousa said during a seasonably hot day in late August. "Hatches, cable equipment, watertight doors, new cranes- you name it, we're making sure it's ready." Once known for its wooden components, the Brown has undergone piecemeal refurbishment through the years. While the wooden foredeck is unaltered, virtually all of the ship's remainder is steel. A recent visit to the galley aboard the Charl9s L. Brown found the entire department hustling to serve a delicious lunch. Pictured counterclockwise from top are Chief Steward Justo LaCayo, Cook/Baker Carlos Suazo. Chief Cook Nazareth Battle, GVA Helen Mitchell and GVA Allan Bright. Despite its long record of service in undersea cable operations, the Brown is state-of-the-art. It recently took on a new robotics sea plow used for burying cable, and overall it is outfitted with the most technologically advanced equipment for retrieving and repairing undersea communications systems. The ship's features include a bow thruster, dynamometers (used to check cable tension), bottom profiling systems (which permit finely accurate readings of the ocean floor), bow cable machinery (for loading and unloading many miles of cable), and more. Seafarers help make it all work, from separating the different types of cable into appropriate sections of the storage tanks, to assisting with engine upkeep and operation, to keeping fellow crew members well fed, among many other duties. The Brown's SIU-crewed sister ships are the Long Lines, Global Mariner, Global Sentinel and Global Link. Helping remove a line from the deck is AB Robert Forrest. Shown in the group photo, the galley gang members are (from left) Chief Cook Nazareth Battle, GVA Helen Mitchell, GVA Gary Travia, GVA Allan Bright, Chief Steward Justo LaCayo and Cook/Baker Carlos Suazo. OMUs Jon Driggers (above photo) and Ken Pinchin (left) form part of the engine department aboard the Charles L. Brown. Pictured at right, AB Tom Higgins does his part to prepare the Brown for sailing. Parent company Tyco International Ltd. (inset) purchased the Charles L. Brown and four other SIU-crewed cable ships in 1997. The vessels remain under SIU contract. October 1998 Teamwork is important on any ship, as demonstrated by (from left) ABs Mike Monohan, John Baker and James B. Kerns. Seafarers LOG 11 �SIU Dateline 19 3 8 - American Federation of Labor (AFL) presents an international charter for mariners to Harry Lundeberg on October 14. The union is known as the Seafarers International Union of North America (SIUNA). It consists of three separate districts: Atlantic, Gulf and Great Lakes, which will be referred to as SIU. 1939 - First contracts with shipping companies (Savannah Line. P&O Steamship and Colonial Navigation) are signed. Among the issues won by members are overtime pay for work on Saturday afternoons. Sundays and holidays, two weeks of vacation and hiring through the union hall. Union gains war bonuses for crews sailing into dangerous zones. Delegates from the Atlantic, Gulf and Great Lakes districts also approve the SIU's first constitution. 1940 - SIU's Atlantic and Gulf districts merge after ratification by membership. The SIU overwhelmingly wins an NLRB-conducted representation election for the crew of Calmar Line vessels. 1941 - John 'Whitey" Hawk is elected to head the SIU Atlantic and Gulf District as its secretary-treasurer. A German submarine sinks the SIU-crewed SS Robin Moor on May 21, the first time an American-flag vessel is torpedoed. Crew members are given 20 minutes to abandon ship. 1942 - The SIUNA holds its first convention. Harry Lundeberg is elected president. The SIU joins with the Sailors' Union of the Pacific to oppose attacks on the Jones Act, the nation's freight cabotage law. War Shipping Administration takes control of U.S.-flag merchant fleet. 1943 - Union members continue war effort risking life and injury to deliver needed supplies to troops around the globe. 1944 - SIU fights effort by Maritime War Emergency Board to cut mariners' wages. With bonuses and overtime included, the average seaman's salary is $32.25 a week. The SIU opens its new building at 51 Beaver Street, combining the New York hiring hall with the Atlantic and Gulf District headquarters. 1940 - The SIU creates the position of Director of Organizing to prepare for the oame to recruit new memoers anrJ sign nonuniM companies at tne wars ena. New YorK Port Agent Paul Hall is appointee!. TM SIU and other maritime unions fi9ht an attempt by the U.S. Coast Guard to control the U.S. flag merchant fleet in peacetime. The campaign to represent cri;iws aboard thg 1smm1an fleet oeglns. 1 9 4 6 - M~MMtsl'\io aooreives comm1nee lo inve:Jtigate the POMibility of establisl'\ing an upQfadinO trainina scnool In New Orlean5. Voting fof fepresentation begins aboard Isthmian snips. TM AFL creates me Maritime Trades Department to give marlllme-relateO unions equal status with the Bvilc;ling TF,lQQS and tvlgtal Tradgs d9part. ments. Tne SIU &huts down ths nlltion's pons wiln a general striKe when negotiated wage increases an;i rgjgctQd by thQ fgdgral wage StaDilizauon BoarrJ. Alter eight days, the boara approves me increases, which ma ten tnose oKayea for west coast unions, me striKe is ca11ea off. ana 1 9 4 'l - F'ltul Hall is elected secretaryof the SIU, the union's highe:d posiliQn. Thg SIU wins thg c:itmp;;iign to rep• resent Isthmian crews ;:md signs ;;i contract witn me company, completing thg two·year campaign, Seafarers march with members of the Uniteel Financial Employees to help them in their strike against the New York Cotton Exchange. This began the SIU's commitment to ne1p1ng non-maritime unions in time or neM. tre~surer 1 948 - Cities Service unlicensed tanker crews vote for SIU representation with more than 83 percent saying yes to the union. The vote follows a year-long organizing effort which meets with stiff opposition from the company_ However. labor laws call for anotner Miiot to be conauctea. New agreements with contracted-companies retain the union hiring hall. a major issue during the negotiations. 1949 - The forerunner of tooay·s Uniteo Industrial worKers (UIW) is chanereci by the SIU as tne Marine Allieo workers Division. Tne SIUNA cnaners the SIU of Canada to restore oemocratic trade unionism in that country following threats of a communist takeover. Despite the anti-union campaign waged by Cities Service, 89 percent of the crew again voted for SIU representation. The company continues to fight despite NLRB certification that the SIU is the bargaining agent. Congress passes separate bill backed by the SIU calling for 50 percent of military cargo going to non-communist countries as well as 50 percent of goods headed to Europe unaer tne Marshall Plan be carried aboard U.S.-flag , U.S.-crewed vessels. 1 9 50 - The SIU becomes the first mariners' union to negotiate a companyfinanced welfare plan for its members. The plan would provide Seafarers with a $500 death benefit and $7 per week hospital benefits. Just days before a Senate hearing looking into Cities Service's anti-union cam- 12 Seafarers LOG paign, the company signs a contract with the SIU, thus ending the union's four-year effort to organize the tanker fleet. Korean Conflict begins and SIU-crewed ships are delivering the goods to U.S. troops. 19 51 - The SIU gains an industry-wide vacation plan for its members. The program provides tor the equivalent of two weeks' vacation pay for each 12 months of service. Union headquarters moves from Manhattan to 675 Fourth Avenue in Brooklyn. 19 5 2 - The first of three projected upgrading schools open for Seafarers. Operating out of headquarters in Brooklyn, the first class qualifies members to obtain their AB certificates. Plans call for training to start soon for both engine and steward department members. Welfare plan expanded to include maternity and disability benefits. SIU membership overwhelmingly approves new constitution. Union implements scholarship program for members and their dependents. SIU PRESIDENTS 1953- Two unions join the growing ranks of the SIUNA; the Marine Firemen, Oilers and Watertenders Union (MFOW) and tne Marine Cooks and Stewards (MC&S). AFL calls on the Seafarers to help in the creation of a new longshoreman's union after the International Longshoremen's Association is removed from the national labor federa· tion on corruption charges. 1954 - SIU protests the transfer of 80 U.S.-flag Liberty ships (including 26 under contract to the SIU) to runaway flags by the U.S. maritime administrator. The union terms the action a "torpedo to the midships of the American merchant marinen because it not only means the loss of thousands of American jobs but also places the vessels in competition with the U.S. fleet The SIUNA's presidents: Harry Lundeberg (who served from 1938 to 1957), Paul Hall (1957-1 1955 - The SIU adopts its seniority system of A, B and C book membership. Welfare plan expands to include hospital and surgical benefits as well as doctors' visits at home for spouses and dependents. Union negotiates an industry-wide health and safety plan to establish clinics in all ports. The SUP, MFOW and MC&S-all SIUNA affiliates-begin work as the SIU Pacific District. Andrew Furuseth Training School opens in Mobile, Ala. to go along with upgrading facilities in Brooklyn and New Orleans. The AFL merges with the Congress of Industrial Organizations to form the AFL -CIO. · O ctober 14 officially marks the 60-year anniversary of the SIU. It is a history worth considering. As a key part of America's fourth arm of defense, SIU members have answered their nation's call from World War II through the Persian Gulf War. Today, they remain at the ready. Vocational training has evolved from being passed generation to generation on the job, to the old Andrew Furuseth facilities at various SIU halls and then centralized at the Paul Hall Center's Lundeberg School of Seamanship. Today, the Paul Hall Center stands as the finest maritime training facility for unli- THEN 19 5 6 - Dr. Joseph 8. Logue is named mecuca1 director of the Seafarers Welfare Plan MMieal Program. First of tour nealth centers is ready to open near the Brooklyn headquarters. The SIU. maritime laMr anc:l the shipping industry defeat a proposal in the $1;matg to weakgn thg nation's C<ilrgo preference laws. 1fl 5 7 - SIUNA Founaer ana Prestaem Harry Lundeberg dies. SIU SecretaryTrMsurer Paul Hall e1ecrea to replace mm. Brooklyn clinic opens; others set for Baltimore, Mobile ana New Orleans. Memb'ers' families are eligible to use the racility. 1 9 5 8 - oor1ca1 rieneflts for memoers covets free eye e><ams ana glasses. Tne SIU and National Maritime Union (NMU) 1auncn campaign to comMt runaway-flag sntppmg situation with the help of the International Transport Workefs' Federation (ITF). Tne Great Lakes District votes to affiliate Witn the Atlantic and Gulf Diotfict. censed mariners in the nation. Aboard ship, SIU members have adapt survived the inevitable changes in crew size their reputation as highly skilled, safe and r As next month's local, state and federal it is appropriate to note that the SIU remai active organization. No one said it better President Paul Hall, who noted, "Politics is Seafarers still take that notion to heart. In an era when national economic and re In this undated photo taken at the old SIU hall in New York, members participate in a union meeting. 19 5 9 - SIU implements Olood bank pro· gram for members ana their families. The uniein oroviaes aaamonal training facilities at MMouMers so members can obtain lifeboat tickets. Also. ordinary seamen ana wipers ate oiven ul'.>()radino opponunities. 1960-The membership approves a revision to the SIU constitution. Unoer the cnanges, me memoership meetings will be hela monthly, the presioing officer's title goes from secretary-treasurer to president and the district's name becomes the Seafarers International Union Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District (AGLIWD). A committee of galley gang members recommends creation of a recertification pro~ram for chief stewatds. 1 981 - SIU optical plan cov~raoe expanded to include members' spouses and dependents. Welfare plan now includes provisions for Seafarers who become sick or injured off the job. Union negotiates first pension plan for deep sea members. 19 6 2 -Agreement allows SIU-contracted snips to carry fresh canned milk, now available Oecause of technology changes, aboard vessels. This means steward departments will not have to take chances by purchasing milk in foreign lands. First steward recertification class gets under way at headquarters. SIU marches with other maritime unions in support of ILA strike in Atlantic and Gulf ports. 1963 - SIU-crewed Floridian strafed by Cuban jets so miles north of the island nation. Seafarers fly to Germany to crew the world's largest cable ship, the Long Lines. The SIU wins the first union contract to cover crew members aboard an oceanographic research vessel , ending a three-day strike aboard the Anton Brunn. The SIUcrewed Robin Moor, ~ . attacked by a German submarine, was the first American-flag ship to be hit during World War II. Some of the survivors are pie· tured here. From 1944 to 1951, the union's headquarters was located at 51 Beaver Street in Manhattan. 1964 - The union begins its seniority upgrading program so B book members can gain their A books. The SIU attacks efforts by the U.S. government and grain compa- October f 998 �nies to eliminate cargo preference provisions for carrying American grain to the Soviet Union. President Lyndon Johnson creates the Maritime Advisory Committee. 1965-SIU fights attempts to weaken the Jones Act by allowing foreign-flag vessels to enter the Puerto Rican-U.S. mainland trade. The SIUNA testifies before Congress on the need to build new U.S.·flag bulk carriers to make the fleet more competitive in the world market. Training programs operating as the Andrew Furuseth Training School change their name to the Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship in memory of the SIUNA founder. 1966 -As the war in Vietnam calls for an increase in shipping, the SIU works with MESA-District 2 to enable engine department Seafarers to upgrade their skills and obtain an engineer's license. SIU meets the manpower need created when vessels are broken out for the war effort. 196? - U.S. Coast Guard approves lifeboat training offered by the Lundeberg School. SIU President Hall announces the purchase of property in southern Maryland to serve as a consolidated train ing center for SIU members. The Lundeberg School moves to Piney Point, Md., where members can upgrade their skills and newcomers can learn the skills to become mariners. 1968 - Campaign launched by the SIU and MTD to rebuild the U.S.-flag merchant fleet. Union blasts cuts in federal budget directed at the Maritime Administration as reflecting ·a lack of awareness of maritime's essential role in our defense efforts and our peacetime economy." , Frank Drozak (1980-1988) and Michael Sacco (1988-present). tomation and ay, they retain mariners. ns approach, ry politically the late SIU hops." Today, appear blurred, the union has charged head-on into international maritime forums, taking an active role with groups which affect the livelihoods of mariners worldwide. However, the SIU has never lost sight of its primary concern. "The SIU remains dedicated to providing jobs and.job security to its membership. That is something that never has changed, and ii never will change." - SIU President Michael Sacco. On these pages, the Seafarers LOG presents a sampling of events and images in the union's history. NOW Seafarers mar'h in the National Victory Cetebre.tion Parade in Washington, D.G. The event, which took place June 8, 1991, marked America's success in the Per~ian Gulf War. The late 1990s have seen the SIU acquire numerous new jobs for the membership. In this 1997 photo, members climb the gangway of the newly contracted tanker Allegiance in Texas. The importance of politics is reflected in the SIU's relocation of its headquarters in 1982. The union moved from Brooklyn, N. Y. to Camp Springs, Md. Uust outside Washington, D.C.) to enhance its political activities and thereby promote a strong U.S. merchant 1969 - Members concur with a headquarters' resolution to create a ship's committee -composed of a chairman , secretary and delegate from each of the three departments-aboard each SIU-contracted vessel and to hold regular shipboard meet· ings. The Nixon administration unveils its maritime program. It is designed to build new ships, encourage increased private investment and guarantee more government cargo for U.S.·flag vessels. 19'10 - Congress passes and President Richard Nixon signs into law the Merchant Marine Act of 1970, the first major piece of maritime legislation enacted since 1936. The measure calls for 300 ships to be built. The Lundeberg School institutes a reading program to help members who are slow readers increase their literacy skills. The school illso is accredited by the state of Maryland to conduct high school diploma equivalency (GED) tests. The union com· mences a series of crew and pensioner conferences. 19'!1 - SIU and MTD fend off congres· sioniil attacks on both Jones Act and fund ing for U.S. Public Health Service Hospitl'llS. Congress approves law that eliminates the need for mariners to pay withholding ta>e in more than one \'itate. SIU-oontraoted companies Waterman Steamship ana Delta Steamship receive subsidies to build new vessels unaer provisions of the 1970 Merchant Marine Act. 19'/2 - Bilateral agreement reached between U.S. and Soviet Union calls for ong.third of cargo between two nations be carried aboard U.S.·flag vessels. New faster containgrships-the SL-7s--begin sailing with Seafarers iis the crew. 1979 - The bosun recertification program begins at the Lundeberg School. Seafarers take over as the crew for formerly militarymanned Military SMlitt Command tankers. Legislation approved to start work on Trans.A.laska oil pipeline. President Nixon addresses SIUNA convention. reaffirminQ his strong support for the U.S. -flag fleet. 1 974 - Lundeberg School launches trainino prooram for liQUifieel natural gas (LNG) tankers. SIU fights for oil cargo preference legislation. The measure is passed by Congress, but vetoed by President Gerald Ford. 1976 - Alcohol Rehabilitation Center opens in Valley Lee, Md.• near the campus of the Lundeberg School. The crew of the SIU-contractQd Mfl}'<lqugz is held captive for 72 hours by Cambodian rebels. The crew is released unharmed following action by U.S. armed forces . QMED upgraders can take advantage of new shipboard automation course at Piney Point. 19?6 - Following a vote of the memberships. the Inland Boatmen's Union merges with the AGLIWD. SIU signs vacation plan with Steuart Petroleum, the first in me lnlana industry. 19?? - Seafarsrs crew the first LNG carrier built in the Western Hemisphere, the LNG Aquarius-at the shipyard in Quincy, Mass. Later in the year, SIU members climb the ladder aboard the first privately constructed and operated hopper dredge, the Manhattan Island. SIU-crewed tankers carry some of the first loads from the TransAlaska pipeline. However, Sea-Land's Galveston transports the first oil from the pipeline in a 30-gallon drum to Seattle, where the crude is divided into souvenirs. 1978 - MC&S votes to merge with the AGLIWD, the first time East Coast and West Coast shipboard jurisdiction is united. Coast Guard recognizes upgrading time at Lundeberg School for on-the-job credit. New three-year pact with Interstate Oil Transport October 1998 establishes new benefits for inland members, including major medical coverage for dependents. 1979 - Seafarers crew UST Atlantic, the largest vessel built in the Western Hemisphere, at the Newport News (Va.) shipyard. Great Lakes members man the new thousand-footer Indiana Harbor. The Coast Guard backs off its attempt to eliminate a certified tankerman as part of crew on tank barges under tow. The SIU has been fighting this action for five years. The SIUNA-affiliated Atlantic Fishermen's Union merges with the AGLIWD. A change in the SIU Welfare Plan allows members to use either the U.S. Public Health Service hospital or a private facility for covered care. 1980 - SIUNA and SIU President Paul Hall passes away. Frank Drozak takes the helm of both organizations. Seafarers climb the ladder for the first diesel-powered Sea· Land containership, the Sea-Land Patriot. On June 21, the SIU -crewed Oceanic Independence set sail from Honolulu, mark· ing the return of the U.S.-flag to deep sea passenger ships after a nearly 1a-year absence. Crew members train at Piney Point prior to manning vessel. 1981 - AFL-CIO announces support for five-point U.S.-flag program to increase manpower and vessels in fleet. Reagan administration eliminates U.S. Public Health Service hospitals from budget, cuts funding for new vessels called for in 1970 Merchant Marine Act. Seafarers Welfare Plan restructures because of the loss of the hospitals which had provided treatment for mariners since the start of the nation. The SIUNAaffiliated Military Sea Transport Union merges with the AGLIWD. 1982 - Union headquarters moves from Brooklyn to the Washington, D.C. suburb of Camp Springs, Md. in order to be closer to the government to continue the fight for a strong U.S.-flag merchant fleet. 19 8 S - The Lundeberg School continues to meet the ever-changing needs of the maritime industry. The first shiphandling simulator is installed while basic and advanced computer training is offered. But the change that caught the eyes of most in Piney Point was the opening of the six-story, 300-room Seafarers Training and Recreation Center. The Reagan administration completely eliminates the shipbuilding provisions of the 1970 Merchant Marine Act from the budoet. 1984 - SIU members crew a series of military supply ar'\d prepositioning vessels, including the fast sealift ships (former SL 7s). Members attending a deep sea crews conference and an inland COr'\ference outline a series of proposals designed to carry the SIU into the future. Among the calls adopted by thg union were a change in pension credits for memb@rs who have sail@d more than 3,000 days, the need for continued grassroots support as w@ll as contributions to the Seafarers Political Action Donation (SPAD). a standardized set of procedures for obtain ing military contracts and support the union's effort to organize the unorganized. 19 8 S - The union moves forward by con· tlnuing to crew military-support vessels, thus providing new jobs for members. The Lunoeoerg School updates its curriculum to include courses that will assist Seafarers working on these vessels, including under· way replenishment, cranQ operations and helicopter operations. 1986 - The SIU works with others in labor, maritime, environment and consumer groups to defeat a proposed oil pipeline from Baton Rouge, La. to Fort Lauderdale, Fla. The effort saves hundreds of jobs in the tanker industry. The union gains recognition to represent the unlicensed crews aboard Lavino Shipping oceanographic vessels. 198? - The AGLIWD and SIU of Canada, along with other shipping unions and companies, urge representatives from the two countries to keep the nations' maritime laws out of a U.S.-Canada free trade agreement. The Overseas Joyce becomes the first U.S.crewed (and SIU-crewed) car carrier to bring Japanese automobiles to America. 1988 - SIUNA aml SIU President Frank Drozak succumbs to cancer. Michael Sacco succeeds him as the head of both organizations. After many years of fighting, World War II-era mariners are granted veterans' status. However, the action is limited to sailing between December 7, 1941 to August 15, 1945 and not December 31, 1946 as is the case for other veterans. 1989 - SIU-crewed vessels deliver food and other aid to former Communist-bloc countries in Eastern Europe as the Iron Curtain comes down. The grounding of the company union-crewed Exxon Valdez in Valdez, Alaska sets in motion a series of new regulations that will affect Seafarers for years to come. The Lundeberg School initi· ates an oil spill prevention and containment course. 1990- Seafarers respond to the nation's call to sail materiel to U.S. troops stationed in Saudi Arabia after Iraq overruns Kuwait. The Maritime Administration breaks out the Ready Reserve Force fleet, but no SIUcrewed vessel sails shorthanded. The union works with the Bush administration to keep maritime out of the world trade talks, known as the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT). 1991 - The Persian Gulf War lasts 43 days as United Nations (UN) forces repel Iraq from Kuwait. Seafarers continue to supply troops in the region, then return the goods when the fighting is over. The action of the U.S.-flag fleet draws high praise from government and military officials. It also calls attention to the need to revitalize the fleet. Donning the union's traditional white caps, SIU members march with the U.S. armed forces in the national victory parade in Washington, D.C. On the anniversary of Paul Hall's birth, the grounds on which the Lundeberg School resides 1s named in memory of the late SIU president-the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education. The Seafarers Welfare Plan holds benefits conferences in each of the union's ports. The SIU, along with the other maritime unions, sues the Coast Guard to prevent the implementation of user fees for z-cards. 1 9 9 2 - In testimony before Congress. the Bush administration outlines a program to revitalize the U.S.-flag merchant fleet. Seafarers crew two new cable ships, the Global Sentinel and the Global Mariner. SIU Pacific District members climb aboard the first new containership built in the U.S. since 1987, the R.J. Pfeiffer. UIW members win campaign to keep Queen Mary in Long Beach where they work aboard the hotel. Nearly 20 SIU-crewed vessels are deployed to Somalia to assist a U.S.-led, UN relief effort to the war-torn nation. 19 93 - The House of Representatives passes a maritime revitalization bill. Negotiations for the new standard tanker and freightship agreements lift the cap on pensions for eligible Seafarers. Mariners aboard 16 Dyn Marine oil spill response vessels vote to join the SIU. 1994 - President Bill Clinton becomes the first U.S. chief executive to tour the Paul Hall Center when he attends a luncheon at the facility. Seafarers crew vessels assisting U.S. troops in Haiti, restoring democracy to the Caribbean nation. SIU members also sail to the Persian Gulf to support the nation's armed forces when Iraq threatens to invade Kuwait. Union members play an active role in oil spill clean-up operations in San Juan and Houston. The Clinton administration unveils a new maritime revitalization program. Although it passes the House, it is blocked by farm-state legislators in the Senate. Boatmen for New Orleans-based E.N. Bisso Co. vote for SIU representation. The Lundeberg School conducts EPA· approved refrigerant handling courses in each of the union's ports. 1995 - Congress passes and President Clinton signs SIU-supported legislation allowing the export of Alaskan North Slope oil as long as it is carried aboard U.S.·flag tankers. More new jobs along the rivers are created when the paddlewheel steamboat American Queen begins sailing. The vessel Is the first overnight passenger ship built in a U.S. yard in 40 years. Seafarers crew the first two Army prepositioning ships, the SPS Eric G. Gibson and the LTC Calvin P. Titus. 1996 - Congress passes and President Clinton signs the Maritime Security Act of 1996, a 10-year, $1 billion maritime revital· ization program that will help fund approxi· mately 50 militarily useful U.S.·flag vessels. Seafarers meet with, call and write mem· bers of Congress to express support for the nation's Cabotage laws. Members ratify new five-year standard tanker and frelghtship agreements that include a money purchase pension plan. 100 percent medical coveraoe for Seafarers ana their dependents, dental coverage for dependents, wage increases and much more. The Maritime Administration announces a program to build five ~ouble-hulleel tankers in U.S. shipyards. SIU members will crew the ships. The SIU-crewed American Queen and American Republic carry the Olympic torch in preparation for the Atlanta games. 199?- The Paul Hall Centerovemauls its curriculum to meet the needs of Seafarers for the 21st century. The center develops and issues a Coast Guard-accepted Training Record Book to help members satisfy the requirements of the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for mariners (STCW). The Lundeberg School launches an LNG recertification program and tankerman (PIC) barge course. Also the steward department upgrading schedule is rewritten. Finally, the school creates an all-new ninemonth unlicensed apprentice program for young men and women entering the maritime profession to replace the old trainee program. Seafarers crew the first three of eight newly built prepositioning ships to be operated by Maersk Lines. Other new jobs are provided by several reflagged vessels as well as new Crowley tractor tugs. 1998 - SIUNA and NMU announce talks under way to affiliate NMU with SIUNA. SIUcontracted Delta Queen Co. announces plans to build five coastal cruise ships beginning in 1999. Seafarers Welfare Plan initiates prescription plan that eliminates caut-of-pocket expenses for qualified pensioners. SIU joins fight with other unions to stop nationwide effort to limit the ability of the labor movement to participate in political activities. Paul Hall Center breaks ground for state-of-the-art firefighting school, named in memory of the late SIU Executive Vice President Joseph Sacco. Seafarers LOii 13 - �Sea-Land Enterprise Crew Celebrates Hawaiian Style Shrimp, deviled eggs, vegetables, fruit and an assortment of salads are artistically arranged for the shipboard barbecue/luau. Chief Steward Franchesca Rose and her steward department were given rave reviews for a recent barbecue/luau held aboard the SIU-contracted Sea-Land Enterprise. In a note from the ship's master, Kenneth Fisher, he praised the Enterprise crew, which he described as "top rate in all respects and certainly a credit to your union and training program at Piney Point." The food was beauifu11y prepared and artistically arranged, and these fac;;ts did not go unnoticed. Fisher continued, "In this case, the steward [who last year graduated from rhe sceward recertification program in Piney Point] went to unbelievable lengths to show her talents and create a wonderfol event that was truly enjoyed by everyone aboard. Not only d6e~ this help boost morale, whid1 makes for a happy ship with a great atmos• phere, but it also makes my job easier." Capt. Fisher i;::oncluded, "It is reassuring to know that in these times of. .. exodus to thirdworld flags of convenience. the American merchant marin~ is still the best and cerrainly alive and well aboard the Sea-Land Enterprise. Crew members aboard the Sea-Land Service vessel reap the benefits of the culinary abilities of Chief Steward Franchesca Rose and her galley gang. Enjoying the repast are (from the left) Engine Utility Kassem Abdulla, AB Abdulhamid Musaed, Deck/Engine Utility Mohamed Shaie, AB Maintenance George Holland, Bosun Hayden Gifford, AB Maintenance Jerry Barnett and Second Mate William Redl. Each table was creatively decorated by Chief Steward Rose with flowers and leaves. Joining in on the festivities are AB Mohsin Ali (left) and Oiler Rholand Daan. 1999 Scholarship Program Ready to Accept Applications Filling out the coupon below is the first step toward pursuing your hopes, dreams and goals for a higher level of education . All Seafarers and their spouses and children who plan to attend college are encouraged to send away for the 1999 SIU Scholarship Program booklet. It CMtains eligibility information. procedures for applying and a copy of the application form. (The program books also are available at all SIU halls). Seven scholarships will be awarded in May 1999 to three SIU members and four depen- The LTC Calvin P. Titus was en route from Guam to Saipan during the recent Paul Hall Day holiday. A barbecue was held aboard the Maersk Line vessel to commemorate the birth of the former SIU president. According to the ship's chairman, George Jordanides, "A good time was had by all." At left, AB Eric Overby is ready to add some ketchup to his Even the pickiest of eaters would not find it difficult to find something delicious to choose fror'r't tM vast seletion of foods available from the grill. dents. One of the three scholarships reserved for SIU members is in the amount of $15,000; the other two are for $6,000 each. The four monetary awards for spouses and dependent children are each for $15,000. Filling out the application form is not diffi- cult, but it will require some time to collect all the required paperwork (including photos, birth certific;;ates, transcripts, letters of recommendalion). The entire package must then be mailed and postmarked ON or BEFORE APRIL 1.S, 1999. burger. COMPLETE THIS COUPON AND MAIL TO: Scholarship Program Seafarers Welfare Plan 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 r---~---------------------------------, lease send me the 1999 SIU Scholarship Program booklet which contains eligibility information, procedures for applying and a copy of the application form. P SA Faisal Zain takes a few minutes to relax after helping set up the shipboard barbecue. Member's Social Security Number Street Address City, State, Zip Code Telephone Number This application is for: D Self D Dependent Mail this completed form to Scholarship Program, Seafarers Welfare Plan, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. 10/98 L-------------------------------------~ 14 Seafarers LOB Above, Capt. Glenn Bond (left) and Bosun George Jordanides finish their meal while in photo at right, AB Metwally Taha enjoys some corn on the cob with DEU Ali Abdulgani. October 1998 �Dispatchers' Report for Deep Sea AUGUST 16 - SEPTEMBER 15, 1998 *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C TOTAL SIDPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Port Trip Reliefs **REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT N~wYork Philadelphia ·Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans · Jacksonville · '.: Sari Francisco ..Wi~:mjng~n . 25 3 6 15 3 12 20 23 25 18 13 7 6 4 13 6 1 4 2. 9 13 9 6 6 16 3 3.. 9 ~3 Tacoma 31 Puerto Rico Honolulu 15 4 .: Houston ' 31 :.st. Louis . :: ~ifl¢Y ~Q~nk:. Algonac Totals 2 253 3 2 7 1 136 4 7 3 7 5 6 2 ' 1 1 57 26 5 10 13 15 25 23 18 5 24 5 7 2 2 4 2 5 48 5 8 22 20 32 11 9 48 23 33 14 45 51 14 IO 22 8 12 7 13 ll 8 3 6 7 I 23 8 6 2 8 27 · 12 15 2 3 7 11 6 4 9 2 26 24 6 2 3 0 1 150 0 2 1 52 4 9 1 0 0 72 5 1 235 Port 11 Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonvi lie San Frarici.sco 3 3 6 12 7 19 6 :·~\Y.!.lµiington J3 9 10 l 1 2 0 6 4 11 5 2 9 4 1 2 0 2 2 7 8 4 117 80 26 Tacoma Puerto Rico 5 2 3 383 186 1 n 1 3 5 2 7 7 I 13 13 11 13 6 3 27 16 2 2 2 4 2 n 6 13 14 0 2 1 2 3 Piney Point ............. Monday: November 2, December 7 Algonac .................. Friday: November 6. December 11 9 4 1 8 I 5 8 2 Baltimore ................ Thursday: November 5, December 10 Duluth ..................... Thursday, November 12* *cluinge created by Veteran.f Day Jwliday Wednesday: December 16 Honolulu ................. Friday: November 13, December 18 Houston .................. Monday: November 9, December 14 9 2 2 ..: .. Jacksonville ............Thursday: November 5, December 10 · Jersey City •.•.• ;........ W~y:Novernber 18, Da::ember23 Mobile ....................Thursday, November 12* 8 '.:~;, 8 *(:/range created by VeteltlnS Day holiday } )} Wednesday, December t 6 ,. 1 71 New Bedford ..........Tuesday: November 17, December 22 New Orleans ..•...•.... Tuesday: November 10, December 15 New York ................Tuesday: November 3, December 8 4 4 0 4 11 5 8 18 9 5 22 7 2 6 4 7 9 IO 4 l 0 15 10 6 5 11 3 4 8 15 JO 17 I 9 39 ENGINE DEPARTMENT :·.·New.Vork . . 25 No11ember & December 1998 Membership Meetings Deep Sea, Lakes, Inland Waters 4 7 0 29 Norfolk ...................Thursday: November 5, December 10 Philadelphia ............ Wednesday: November 4, December 9 1 3 0 1 8 J · San Francisco .........Thursday: November 12, December 17 San Juan ..................Thursday: November 5, December 10 · St Louis .. ~ ..............Friday: November 13, December 18 Tacoma .........~ .... .,... Friday: November 20 5 Monday: December 27* 3 *chan~e created try Chr'is1111f.!S hptiday · Personals 176 ALFRED DEAGRO Please get in touch with Ms. Reynolds at (703) 902-9513. Norfolk Mobile New Orleans . ·J~~M9rt".. i~k . . .. .S~i((F~Al)~i~ca s 13 11 3 2 0 8 3 3 14 ' ' 22 ' "\Vitilli~stoµ · :· .... · : ·9·· Tacoml\ Pueno Rico Honolulu 17 2 9 5 1 2 4 8 2 0 0 6 0 13. 10 1 ' 18 3 5 4 8 9· 6 12 s 15 2 0 0 0 2 6 8 9 2 0 )iriit.sf9P,:. "···; ·:. : . st 'Ll>tii'i·....:' . :· :· :. '3 :":·:.: ·::o o ... · : o::···:: · . :· ;;;l~lnciy t>oi.rn ' 4 ·' l 3 O 0 0 0 135 55 17 120 4 21 10 3 26 9 0 2 0 0 2 3 0 0 2 2 6 l 10 Algona~ Totals 0 10 :30·" 6 3 JI 4j .''' :·. ·, '," 2'i ;"• 32 , Philadelphia 9 4 0 '' 0 8 ROBERT CHRISTOPHER HYLAND Please contact your son, William Hyland, at 7143 East Baltimore Street, Baltimore, MD 21224. 1 49 0 240 ..4 0 11 34 29 0 0 0 6 3 0 4 17 17 0 0 3 12 3 JO 3 13 6 18 11 25 21 20 10 17 15 4 4 4 49 91 7 1 23 248 221 638 348 50 9 "·. · 2 ,4 4 8 8 2 Mobile 2 9 ..... 8 I 6 0 7 1 4 11 6 21 6 4 12 7 6 20 8 2 3 16 2 New Orlean.s... , . I . Jacksonville 3 ··safi Francisco . 12 · ·:Wil~'ngton · . . 4· "l& ""' 4 0 0 8 13 9 s Tai;orna 2 3 7 Puerto Rico 9 3 3 1 3 3 Honolulu 9 37 'g ·2 63 3 22 5 l 10 51 6 l 0 ,14 l3 0 1 0 0 l 12 177 128 36 159 116 0 10 13 l 0 2 1 100 448 228 504 449 215 151 899 .Houston l St. Louis ·O .Piney.Point .. · . Q Algonac 1 Totals 60 565 0 0 0 0 0 0 IO I 0 0 *''Total Registered" means the number of Seafarers who actually registered for shipping at the port. **"Registered on Beach" means the total number of Seafarers registered at the port. October 1998 knowing the whereabouts of Michael G. Futrell is asked to contact his parents at (314) 3536535. "Michael, if you are safe, please call home. It's been 28 months since your parents have heard from you." Q .8· 0 83 0 MICHAEL G. FUTRELL Anyon~ I :· o Norfolk Totals All Departments 7 5 22 ENTRY DEPARTMENT New York J:l~n•'ti.1P.re ".":··:" 6 3 .9 Port 2 16 15 12 2 17 1 DONALD FRANCES PETERSON Anyone with information on Donald Frances Peterson, born in 1935 and sailed in the engine department from California, please contact his daughter, Michael Peterson, at 3990 Schiff Drive, Las Vegas, NV 89103. CHARLES LUCAS 10 6 1 and MYLES WARD Veteran Seafarer John "Hank" E. Helman is looking for a couple of his old shipmates. Charles Lucas and Myles Ward. Helman 's last contact with Lucas was in 1946, when Lucas was third mate on a tanker and lived in Queens, N.Y. He last heard from Ward, who lived in Brooklyn, in 1941. Anyone knowing the whereabouts of either of the men, please contact John E. Helman at 4 Churm Street. Hamilton Hill, 6163, Western Australia. Notice All FOWT, AB and QMED applicants must submit a U.S. Coast Guard fee of $135 with their application. The payment should be made with a money order only, payable to LMSS. Seafarers LOG 15 �Dispatchers' Report for Great Lakes seafarers International Onion Directory AUGUST 16 - Michael Sactt> President . . John Fay CL - Executive Vice Ptesi<lent *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP Davi<J Heindel Secretary-Trel,\Surer Augustin Tellez Vice President Contracts Roy A. "Buckt' Mercer Vtce President Government Services Jack Caffey Vice President Atlantic Coast · Byron Kelley · Vice. President Lakes and.Inland Waters Nick Manone Vice President West Coast • Company/Lakes Port Algonac Port Algonac Port Algonac Port Algonac 0 33 0 20 0 5 12 .... . 0 ,.,,., ' 7 4 SEPTEMBER 15, 1998 L-Lakes NP - Non Priority TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP DECK DEPARTMENT 0 15 5 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 4 0 14 STEWARD DEPARTMENT . 3 " ... 0 0 ENTRY DEPARTMENT ·o 25 **REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP 0 18 7 0 6 3 0 2 4 11 · . . 13 14 READQVAlITEltS 5201 Au1h Way Camp Springs. MD 20746 Totals All Depts 0 78 48 0 45 20 0 33 *"Total Registered" means the number of Seafarers who actually registered for shipping at the port. **"Registered on Beach" means the total number of Seafarers registered at the port. (301) 899-0675 ALGONAC 520 St. Clair River Dr. Algonac, Ml 48001 28 (810) 7944988 ANCMORAGg 721 Sesame St,, #lC Dispatchers' Report for Inland Waters Anchorage, AK 99503 (907) 5614988 BALTIMORE 1216 E. Baltimore St Baltimore, MD 21202 (410) 327-4900 AUGUST 16 - TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C DULUTH 705 Medical Arts Buildmg SEPTEMBER 15, 1998 **REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C Duluth, MN .5S80Z (218) 722-4110 Region Atlantic Coast HONOLULU 606 Kalihi St. · ·• · Honi:>tulu, Ht' 968 t9 (808) 84$~$122 DECK DEPARTMENT 0 .. . .....• 0 0 0 4 Lakes, Inland Waters 21 3 l 0 2 28 3 6 0 ~~,~~- ·· 12 2 8 8 Gulf Coast West Coast Totals Region . MOBILE. . " .. , ' T64!} , Oau~h~r. l.~l*~d ~kwy. '.. . · · · ·" ·· :',", Mobllc '"1''l:J.'.~6605 "".. · :~ . : : · : · " .: (~M} if.1&..00 i 6 1 . NEW ~f:p.,-9RD '48. Unmn .St. .. ,, West Coast Totals ..... ·NEW O&LEANS 636 Jnc'koon Av~. " · · · ·" NcwOrleMll. LA 70130 " ;, . (504)~29-7546 , 63~ Fourth Ave, RrMktyn. NY 11232 . ' . (718) 49%69()' . Noar<:>LJC · 0 18 I 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 3 3 0 ,. "er· o 6 48 9 28 0. 0 0 3 ,.//.nsrx;::;.c;.;, •r'? ll :.::.:;.·o · ·o 0 0 12 0 1 11 STEWARD DEPARTMENT . :· O 0 .0 0 3 0 _______,______ ' ,4 0 '. 4 0 . " 0-::"." 0 0 "{) 0 . :.:J>:>:::· ··o 0 . .0 6 15 0 .. d·'.' .. 0. 0 15 0 0 3 3 Totals All Depts 60 4 12 38 2 10 74 3 *"Total Registered" means the number of Seafarers who actually registered for shipping at the port. **"Registered on Beach" means the total number of Seafarers registered at the port . ' :.:- : .: ·: "NEW ~~~K · 0 0 14 2 9 E DEPARTMENT ....0. 0 Lakes, Inland Waters 14:....... :>. · 0 New Bedford, MA 02740 .. (508) 9?M404 . ·" "·· ' Coast Totals Region Atlantic Coast Gulf Coast ;"<j :·.· · 0 0 Atlantic Coast O O .Gulf Coast 0 . l : ~~"~· fol~n~,{W.~~i:Ll$.:::-:;::::.:: ·.::.LL::::::9: We~t o. · · ·<:i 34 PIG-FROM-THE-PAST I 15 Third. St. 'Norfolk, VA: 235 IO '<757) 622;.'1s92 · · PHILADELPHIA 2604 S . 4:St " Phila~kiphia, 'PA : • 19148 " (215) 336-3818 PINE\:' POINT P.O. Box 75 Piney Point, MD 20674 (301} 994-00 lO .~.:".. '.'.'.:.:".::".'' PORT E.V.ERGLAOES . .:.:.".: .. ·"·": ·' ·.. 1221 S.Andtews Ave. · Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33316 (954) 522~7984 SAN FRANCISCO '.l50 Fremont St. S.in Fran.eisco. CA 94 1o~ . (415) 543-5855 Government Services Division (415) 861-3400 .SANTUR:Ct 1057 Fernandez Juncos Ave., Stop J6Yi Santurce, PR 00907 (787) 721..4033 ST. LOUIS 4$~ J GrllV()\S Ave. St. Louis, MO 6~1 l6 ... · .. CH4) ·161..()500 TACOMA 341 I South Union Ave. Tacoma, WA 98409 - .. . In its 60-year history, the SIU has been involved in many marches for a variety of causes across the country. This photograph, taken in 1957, shows Seafarers displaying their colors during the annual Labor Day parade in New York City. The unique feature of this picture is the three members marching side by side in the front row. From right to left are Joe DiGiorgio, John Fay and Al Kerr, an of whom served the SIU as secretary-treasurer. If anyone has a vintage unionrelated photograph he or she would like to share with the LOG readership, it should be sent to the Seafarers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. Photographs will be returned, if so requested. (253) 272-7774 WILMINGTON SIO N. Broad Ave. Wilmington, CA 90744 (310) 549-4000 16 Seafarers LOG October 1998 �Welcome Ashore Each month, the Seafarers LOG pays tribute to the SIU members who have devoted their working lives to sailing aboard U.S. -flag vessels on the deep seas, inland waterways or Great Lakes. Listed below are brief biographical sketches of those members who recently retired from the union. The brothers and sisters of the SIU thank those members for a job well done and wish them happiness and good health in the days ahead. A mong the 13 Seafarers joining the ranks of pensioners this month is Recertified Bosun Tony Martinez. Brother Martinez has been sailing in the deck department aboard SIU-crewed ships for 28 years. During his career, he upgraded several times, including in 1979 when he graduated from the bosun recertification course. This is the highest level of training offered to members of the deck department at the Lundeberg School in Piney Point, Md. Including Brother Martinez, 11 of those signing off sailed in the deep sea division; one worked aboard inland waterways vessels and one shipped on the Great Lakes. On this page, the Seafarers LOG presents brief biographical accounts of the retiring Seafarers. DEEP SEA GEORGEF. ALLEN, 55, graduated from the entry level training program at the Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship in 1967 and joined the Seafarers in the port of Mobile, Ala. His first ship was the SS Delaware, operated by Bulk Transport. He sailed in the deck department and frequently upgraded at Piney Point. During his career, he also saikd aboard inland vessels. Prior to joining the SIU, Brother Allen served in the U.S. Army from 1959 to 1965. He last sailed in 1997 aboard the Overseas Joyce. He makes his home in Robertsdale, Ala. ALONZOB. COLEMAN, 65, first sailed with the SIU in 1967 aboard the Minot Victory. Born in Louisiana, he worked in the steward department, last sailing as a chief cook aboard the Connecticut. From 1954 to 1955, he served in the U.S. Army. Brother Coleman has retired to Carson, Calif. LEON F. FOUNTAIN, 54, graduated from the entry level training program at the Andrew Furuseth Training School in 1963 and joined the Seafarers in the port of New York. He first shipped out on the SS Santa Emilia. A native of Baltimore, Brother Fountain worked in the engine department and upgraded at the Lundeberg noli~a~ Issue of lOG to feature rersonal Greetin~s Ae h~e; Pe:e:n done in pa?t yMrs. 'Chis December'~ edition of the Seafarer5 LOG will include holidGty frt'l111 ac'tiva and retired Se~farere; J'lnd th~ir families to other member~ of the eicafarit1g ~t'l1t1111uni'ty and their familie~. 8nl:1Ur~ ih~t YOl.lr holicfaiy ITTC55ll1Jd i? published, please follow the ine;truction~ belOW: D PRINT or TYPE (in 25 Wt'lrd:s or less) the me&&<ilge in the e;pace provided. Photographs al~o are greeting~ ra W~l~l>ITIB . [:J Be 0 Dc'.l M't sen~ more ~h&in ihr'' c:nt ric:!l per por::Jon . (Th i~ fo rm m6ly ~e reprQdu~~d. ) D ~' ~urc: ~ure yQur greeting i~ in ·th~ hc'.lliday ~pirit. to Include; your Ml1M d5 well a& the nOilme of the pere;on to whDm yt'.lu are sending the ~reetin~. (Your nam~ i~ ne;c:e;~~llry !:>Ince; tho notiu~5 dre listed alph~beti~~lly Py the e;endt:r'E:i laBt nat11~.) School. He signed off the Great Land, operated by Interocean Ugland Management Corp. Brother Fountain resides in Lakewood, Wash. GARZA GUADALUPE, 66, started his career with the SIU in 1960 in his native Houston. He first sailed in the steward department as a messman aboard the Del Santos. He later transferred to the engine department and upgraded his skills at the Lundeberg School. Prior to his retirement, he signed off the Mt. Vernon, operated by Bay Ship Management. Brother Garza makes his home in Houston. JAMESW. GLADNEY, 54, first sailed with the Seafarers in 1967 from the port of Baltimore. He worked as a messman uti1iry aboard his first ship, the Baylor Victory, operated by Victory Carriers. The Maryland native worked in the steward department, last sailing aboard the USNS Capella, a Bay Ship Management vessel. Brother Gladney also served in the U.S. Army from 1949 to 1950. He has retired to Woodstock, Md. ARNO E LARSON. 82. starred his career with the SIU in 1948 in the port of New York. He first sailed aboard the Robin Kirk, operated by Moore McCormack. Born in South Carolina, he worked in the steward department and signed off the Manhattan, a Manhattan Tankers vessel. Brother Larson makes his home in Long Beach. Calif. .,_·. D The: holid~y 13motirnp mu:5t L1 SM~ Y"ur entries to the Se~far~r~ WG, 5201 Auth Way, Cill111' Spri11~s. MD 20746. You ~le;o FA:.'. cople!!' directly to the LOG Ll't (301) 702-4407. m~y '7<' r"u"ived no l~~r t:h.$1n Mond~y. November 16, 1998. Additi6111111y. tm·111~ 111ay l?e filled oui in ~ny union hzill zind turned in 'to the offici61I <ilt the counter-Qr m.ily l:Je giv~n to the boardiH~ pil'trolman durin~ a vessel'e p~yoff. The h~liaay ~ree'Cin13s section of the December LOG i!i ll populdr fMture, so be sure to get your me~~age in on time. HOLIDAY MESSAGE (Plea?e Prin'C) 10/98 ·····'.'f!IWWW 'q. I'~ ' 1· • • LUIS A. MALAVE, 65, began sailing with the Seafarers in 1968 in New York aboard the Robin Locksley, a Robin Lines vessel. Born in Puerto Rico, he sailed in the deck department and upgraded at the Lundeberg School. Brother Malave last sailed as an AB in 1997 aboard the Sea-La.nd Motivator, a Sea-Land Service vessel. He has retired to Guayama, P.R. TONY "POPEYE" MARTINEZ, 67, started his career with the SIU in 1970 from the port of New York. Born in Puerto Rico, he sailed in the deck department and frequently upgraded at the Lundeberg School, where he graduated from the bosun recertification program in 1979. Brother Martinez last sailed aboard the OOCL Inspiration, a Sea-Land Service vessel. The U.S. Army veteran (1953 to 1955) calls Richmond Hill, N.Y. home. .----===-~~KENNETH RILEY, 63, joined the Seafarers in 1967 in the port of New York. A native of New Jersey, he sailed in the deck department. From 1952 to 1956, he served in the U.S. Navy. Brother Riley makes his home in Jacksonville, Fla. JOSE E. RODRIGUEZ, 65, graduated from the Andrew Furuseth Training School in 1961 and joined the SIU in the port of New York. Born in Puerto Rico, he sailed in the engine department. During his career, he was active in union organizing drives. Brother Rodriguez has retired to Brooklyn, N.Y. SAMUELL. WARREN, 65, joined the Seafarers in 1951 in the port of Norfolk, Va. The Virginia native started out in the steward department and later transferred to the engine department. Brother Warren makes his home in Chesapeake, Va. INLAND ROY L. BISHOP, 62, began sailing aboard National Marine Service vessels in 1957. He joined the SIU in the port of Houston. Boatman Bishop last sailed in 1979 and retired to Freepon, Fla. GREAT LAKES MOHAMAD S.SHARIAN, 60, joined the Seafarers in 1964 in the port of Detroit. Born in Yemen, he sailed in the engine department and upgraded his skills at the Lundeberg School. Brother Sharian makes his home in Dearborn, Mich. r----=-___, - Check the block which describes your status with the SIU: D Active Seafarer D Family Member of Active Seafarer D Retired Seafarer D Family Member of Retired Seafarer - Other:~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Defaber f 998 Seafarers LOG 17 �-· DEEP SEA JAMES J. ADAMS ·----.,.,,~~-~Pensioner James J. Adams, 81 , passed away July 6. A native of Louisiana, he joined the Seafarers in November 1938 _ _ _ , in the port of New Orleans as a charter member of the union. During his career, he sailed in the engine department and was active in union organizing drives. A resident of New Orleans, Brother Adams began receiving his pension in January 1976. ARSENIO AGBAYANI Arsenio Agbayani, 63, died May I. Born in the Philippines, he began his career with the SIU in 1988, sailing aboard the S.S. Constitution, operated by American Hawaii Cruises. Brother Agbayani sailed in the steward department and was a resident of Manila. ISAAC Z. AGUILA Isaac Z. Aguila, 87, passed away May 17. He began his career with the Seafarers in 1958 in the port of New York. His first ship was the Beauregard, a Sea-Land Service vessel. Born in the Philippines, he worked as a chief electrician. He was a veteran of World War II, having servtd in the U.S . Army from 1942 to 1949. Brother Aguila last sailed wilh the union in 1987. JOSEPHA.ALVES ·------~ Pem:ioner Joseph A. Alves, 74, died July 9. Brother Alves joined Lhe SIU in 1941 in the port of Boston . A native of Massachusetts, ~=--=-...::....~~ he :milcd in the engine department. He was a resident of Hayward, Calif., and started receiving his pension in May 1989. JOSE J. BARBIETO Pensioner fose J, Barbieto, 85, passed away July 2. BCl't\ ln the Philippines, he joined the Marine Cooks & Stewards (MC&S) in 1946 in the port of San Francisco, before that union merged with the SIU's Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes Md Inland Waters Districc (AGLIWD). Brother Barbieto retired in August 1974. He was a re~ident of Vallejo. Calif. NICHOLAS BECHLIVANIS - . - - - - - - - - . . Pensioner Nicholas Bechlivanis, 80, died June 10. A native of Greece, he began his career with the Seafarers in the ...__.._ _ _ _ _ _ , port of New York: in 1947. He sailed in the deck department and upgraded at the Lundeberg School in Piney Point. Md .• where he graduated from the bosun recertification program in 1974. A resident of Greece, Brother Bechlivanis began receiving his pension in December 1976. MICHEL BILLO · - - - - - - - Pensioner Michel Billo, 71, passed away July 1. Brother Billo first sailed with the SIU in 1951 from the port of New Orleans. His first ship was 18 Seafarers LOG the Desoto, a Waterman Steamship vessel. A native of Louisiana, he sailed as a member of the steward department. From 1952 to 1954, he served in the U.S. Army. Brother Billo, who resided in Violet, La., retired in March 1988. ISAAC VEGA BROWN Pensioner Isaac Vega Brown, 73, died July 22. He joined the Seafarers in the port of New York in 1943. Born in Puerto Rico, he sailed -~-~ in the deck department. A resident of Ponce, P.R., he began receiving his pension in August 1987. RUDY R. CEFARATTI Pensioner Rudy R. Cefaratti, 71, passed away June 18. Born in Connecticut, he started his career with the SIU in 1945 in the port of New York. During his career, he sailed in the engine department and upgraded his skills at the Lundeberg School. From 1946 to 1947, he served in the U.S. Army. Brother Cefaratti retired in December 1989. He was a resident of Crosby. Texas. SIMON B. CZESLOWSKI Pensioner Simon B. Czeslowski, 75, died June 22. A native of New York, he joined the Seafarers in 1944 in the pon of Philadelphia. Brother Czeslowski worked in the eng1ne department. last sailing aboard the Sea-Land Leader. He served in the U.S. Army from 1945 to 1946. A resident of Harrison, NJ., he started receiving his pension ir'l September 1984. ROBERT W. DELMONT Pensioner " Robert W. Delmont, 71. passed away June 29. Born in Maryland, he began sailing with the SIU in 1951 from the '--'=-=-=---' port of Baltimore. During his career, he also sailed on inland vessels. From 1946 to 1949. he served in the U.S. Coast Guard. Brother Delmont, who resided in Houston, retired in January 1988. DANIEL J. DeMARCO Pensioner Daniel J. DeMarco. 70. died July 15. Brother DeMarco joined the Seafarers in the pon of New York: in 1951. .___ __,_,_-=--"-'----' The New York native sailed in the engine department and was active in union organizing drives. From 1945 to 1947, he served in the U.S. Army. A resident of Brooklyn, N.Y, Brother DeMarco began receiving his pension in August 1991. HARRY E. DIVESTEIN Pensioner Harry E. Divestein, 78, passed away June 7. He graduated from the MC&S training school and joined the MC&S in the port of Portland, Ore., before that union merged with the SIU's AGLIWD. A native of Oregon, he last sailed as a chief steward. He was a veteran of World War II, having served in the U.S. Army from 1940 to 1945. Brother Divestein was a resident of Lake Oswego, Ore. and retired in January 1982. WILLIAM J. DOAK Pensioner William J. Doak, 77, died June 21. Brother Doak started his career with the Seafarers in 1945 in his c..=~::__.;::.._=---' native New York. He worked in the deck department and was active in union organizing drives. Prior to his retirement in October 1983, he signed off the San Juan, a Sea-Land Service vessel. The World War II veteran served in the U.S. Navy from 1938 to 1943. Brother Doak was a resident of Santurce, P.R. EUGENE "RED" FLANAGAN Pensioner Eugene "Red" Flanagan, 81, passed away June 25. Born in Louisiana, he started his career with the SIU in 1956 in the port of New Orleans. Brother Flanagan sailed as a member of the engine department. A resident of New Orleans, he began receiving his pension in November Steamship Line vessel. During his career, he was active in union organizing drives. A resident of New Britain, Conn., he began receiving his pension in July 1981. ALCADIO T. HERNANDEZ Pensioner Alcadio T. Hernandez, 72, passed away June 15. Born in Oklahoma, he began his career with the SIU in 1957. Brother Hernandez sailed as a member of the deck department and retired in October 1991. He was a resident of Houston. WILLIAM T. HIGGS ~ Pensioner William T. Higgs, 70, died July 1. A native of Georgia, he started sailing with the Seafarers in 1960 in the port of Baltimore. Brother Higgs worked in the steward department and upgraded his skills at the Lundeberg School, where he graduated from the steward recertification program in 1982. During the World War II years of 1942 to 1948, he served in the U.S . Navy. He was a resident of Georgia and began receiving his pension in January 1986. Pensioner Edsel M. Johns, 75, passed away July 8. Brother Johns joined the MC&S in 1941 in the port of Seattle, before that union merged with the SIU's AGLIWD. The Washington native, who made his home in Auburn, Wash., retired in August 1969. CLAUDE N. JOHNSON JACKSO Pensioner Claude N. Johnson, 71, died July 31. He joined the Seafarers in 194~ in the port of New Orleans. A naLiv~ of Cleveland, Tenn., he sailed in the steward department and upgraded his skills at the Lundeberg School, where he graduated from the steward recertification program in 1982. Brother Johnson last sailed aboard the Dynachem. He was a resident of Lucedale, Miss. and retired in September 1991 . Pensioner Jackson Fong, 72, died June 29. He joined the Seafarers in 1953 in his native New York. He sailed in the steward department and was active in union organizing drives. Brother Fong last sailed aboard the umg Lines, operated by Transoceanic Cable Ship Co. He was a resident of New York and retired in April 1991. ROBERT K. GOODNICK Pensioner Robert K. Goodnick. 71. passed away June 27. A native of Illinois, he started his career with the SIU in 1946 in the port of New York. Brother Goodnick sailed in the engine department and upgraded his skills at the Lundeberg School. Prior to his retirement in January 1982, he sailed aboard the A1/an1ic, operated by Interocean Management. From 1955 to 1957, he served in the U.S. Army. Brother Goodnick was a resident of Baytown, Texas. ROBERT H. GUIBERSON .-----==-----, Pensioner Robert H. Guiberson, 82, died June 11. Brother Guiberson joined the Seafarers in 1944 in the port 1....-~~!!!!----"--.;;J of New York. A native of Connecticut, he worked in the deck department, last sailing aboard the Santa Lucia, a Delta Pensioner Thomas A. Pradat, 87 passed away June 24. Brother Pradat joined the SIU as a charter member of the ~......___ _, union in 1939 in the port of New Orleans. The Louisiana native sailed in the deck department and was active in union organizing drives. He was a resident of Jefferson, La. and began receiving his pension in February 1976. ARNOLD F. REHM Arnold F. Rehm, 73, died June 26. He started his career with the Seafarers in 1952 in the port of New Orleans. A native of Louisiana, he sailed in the engine department. He was a veteran of World War II, having served in the U.S. Army from 1943 to 1945. Brother Rehm retired in September 1984. DIEGO RODRIGUEZ EDSEL M. JOHNS 1982. c THOMAS A. PRADAT CHARLES L. JOHNSTON --=~~-.M·~ . Pensioner ' Charles L. Johnston, 81, passed away June 16. A native of Maryland, he started his career with the SIU in 1951 in the pon of New York aboard the Jefferson City Victory. Brother Johnston sailed in the steward department and upgraded his skills at the Lundeberg School. During his career, he was active in union organizing drives and began receiving his pension in April 1982. From 1943 to 1945, he served in the U.S. Navy. Brother Johnston was a resident of Millington, Md . CARMELO MURPHY .------,,,=----Pensioner Carmelo Murphy, 71, died August 11 . Born in Puerto Rico, he first sailed with the Seafarers in . "' 1946 aboard the ~ · \ . J. Bell Ringer. Brother Murphy worked in the steward department, last sailing in 1990 aboard the Falcon Princess, operated by Seahawk Management, Inc. A resident of Houston, he retired in June 1992. Pensioner Diego Rodriguez, 57, passed away June 4. Brother Rodriguez. joined the MC&S in 1963 in the port of Wilmington, Calif., before that union merged with the SIU's AGLIWD. The New York native served in the U.S. Air Force from 1959 to 1960. He was a resident of Wilmington, Calif. and began receiving his pension in December 1983. EDWARD J. ROGG Pensioner Edward . Rogg, 76, died June 19. A native of Kentucky, he began sailing with the Seafarers during ~----'-"-~---' World War II as a member of the deck department. He sailed aboard vessels supplying munitions from the United States to northern Russian ports above the Arctic Circle and aboard vessels during the D-Day invasion, the Korean War and Vietnam. Brother Rogg received two medals from the Russian government honoring Am~rican veterans who participated in the Allied convoys carrying supplies to the ports of Murmansk and Archangel. A resident of Dayton, Ky.• he retired in September 1976. LEONARD RUSSI Pensioner Leonard Russi, 78, passed away June 25. Born in Connecticut, he joined the SIU in 1948 in ' the port of Baltimore. He worked in the steward department, last sailing as a chief cook. Brother Russi, who was a resident of Reno, Nev., retired in March 1985. JOHN E. SANDERS Pensioner John E. Sanders, 79, died July 9, 1998. A native of Illinois, he started his career with the Seafarers in 1941 in the port ----=of Miami, Fla. Continued on page 21 October 1998 �Digest of Shipboard Union Meetings The Seafarers LOG attempts to print as many digests of union shipboard minutes as possible. On occasion, because of space /Imitations, some will be omitted. Ships minutes first are reviewed by the union's contract depalfment. Those issues requiring attention or resolution are addressed by the union upon receipt of the ships' minutes. The minutes are then forwarded to the Seafarers LOG for publication. COAST RANGE (Crowley Petroleum), July 31-Chairman Jeff B. Turkus, Secretary W. Owens, Educational Director Alex Resendez, Deck Delegate Cal Patts, Steward Delegate Robert Gilliam_Educational director stressed importance of attending upgrading courses at Lundeberg School in Piney Point, Md. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next ports: San Pedro and San Francisco, Calif. HM/ PETROCHEM (Hvide Marine), July 20--Chairman Calvin M. Miles, Secretary Catherine M. Hays, Educational Director H. Berger, Deck Delegate Richard Berrot, Engine Delegate Jamie Hernandez, Steward Delegate Martin Qader. Payoff scheduled for July 31. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Thanks given to steward department for job well done. Vote of appreciation also given to entire crew for keeping messhall and decks clean and grease-free. Nel>t port: Corpus Christi, Texas_ JE8 STUART (Waterman SteamshiN, July 26-Chairman TMmas Temple, Secretary Willinm Williams, Educational Diri:~ti;>r Faustino Peril':\, Deck Delegi\te Dditte Crockett, Engine Delegate Joe Martin, Sti:ward Delegate Mario lttrlque2_ crew members informed new TV and VCR scheduled to arrive by end of next month. Chairman relayed information that AMC fli~ht to Diego Garcia will arrive every two wccb until further notice_ He also reminded everyone to apply for Training Record Books (TRBs) by August 1. He noted TRBs are free but members witt be charged for replacement books, should original be lost Secretary stated frozen milk witl sometimes be used if plane bringing fresh milk does not arrive on time_Fc:'>t' this reason, if cre:.w members see a past date on milk, they should check it before throwing it out. No bcefs or disput. ed OT reported_ Cc:'>mmunications re:.ceived aboard ship regarding Amhrax vaccine. Brother Gec:>rge Allen will retire after this voyage_ Crew congratulated him and presented him with parting gifts. Next port: Diego Garcia. Burial LNG LEO (Energy Transportation Corp.), July 5-Chairman C.H. Kahl, Secretary Henry Jones Jr., Educational Director George Henderson, Deck Delegate William Soto Jr., Engine Delegate David Vega, Steward Delegate Amy Rippel. Educational director told crew to check at union halls to find out what they need to do to be up-to-date with STCW endorsements and TRBs. He also stressed importance of attending upgrading courses at Paul Hall Center. Treasurer announced $1,539 in ship's fund and $436.87 in communication fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Steward department thanked for good food; rest of crew given vote of appreciation for helping keep recreational areas clean. Next ports: Arnn, Indonesia and Himeji, Japan. PAUL BUCK (Ocean Carriers), July 28-Chairman John Konetes, Deck Delegate Robert K. Hamilron, Engine Delegate Lionel Lee, Steward Delegate Adolphus Young. Chairman announced TRBs being collected for captain's notations. Educational director recommended members upgrade skills at Piney P<'>int No beefs or disputed OT reported. Clarification reQuested on vacation scale and present pay status for T-5 tankers. Next pert~ Ferndale. Wash. PFC EUGENE A. OBREGON (Waterman Steamship), July 15Chainnan Henry Bouganim. Secretary Patrick D. Helton, Deck Delegate Charles Friesella, Engine Delegate Ron Luckas, Steward Delegate Rudolph Xatruch_ Chairman discussed anicles in most recent LOO and reminded crew members to get TRBs by August l _Educational director urged Seafarers to attend Lundeberg School classes whenever possible_ Ne beefs or disputed OT repon:ed. Thanks exlended to steward department for great meals and keeping living areas clean. Deck department given vote of thanks for maintaining e:.\terior of vessel. SEA-LAND INDEPENDENCE (Sea-Land Service), July 26Chairman John S. Bertolino, Secretary J.S. Smith, Educational Director Randall C. Firestine. at Sea for Brother Leyal Joseph Crew members take part in a burial ceremony at sea for Pensioner Leyal E. Joseph from aboard the Sea-Land Performance. Brother Joseph, who joined the SIU in 1955 in the port of New York, began receiving his pension in 1971. He died May 18 at the age of 79. October 1998 Chairman informed crew that reliefs have been called for everyone requesting such. He thanked crew for cooperation in making this trip a pleasant one. Educational director suggested members getting off should try and attend upgrading courses at Piney Point. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Discussion held on articles in Seafarers LOG concerning IMO and night watchstanding. Steward department thanked for very good job. including announcement of required Anthrax shots. Crew members requested additional information on side effects and long-term effects from Anthrax vaccine. Educational director stressed importance of attending classes at Piney Point to upgrade skills. Treasurer announced $112.15 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Vote of thanks to Chief Cook Larry Jolla and his galley gang for job well done. Next port: Dubai, UAE. SEA-LAND INTEGRITY (SeaLand Service), July 5-Chairman Domingo Leon Jr., Secretary Franklyn Cordero, Educational Director Dennis A. Baker, Engine Delegate Richard Daisley, Steward Delegate Thomas W. Milovich. Crew members advised to obtain TR.Bs and check that they have recent tetanus shot in order to prevent loss of job from unwanted illness. Chairman reminded everyone of need to separate plastic items from regular trash and to further separate pressurized cans which might burst and cause injury. He warned them to "think safety." Secretary noted dry-docking in Hamburg went smoothly and thanked galley gang for fine job during that period. Educational director urged everyone to take advantage of educational facilities at Lundeberg School. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Discussion held on issue of solo watches. All were in agreement that it would be a sad day for maritime industry professionals to see destruction of environment as well as human lives if solo watches were mandated as is done on runaway-flag ships. Next port~ Elizabech, NJ. USNS SODERMAN (Bay Ship Management), July 26--Chairman Klaus W. Tankersley. Chairman noted all went well during trip with no report of beefs or disputed SEA·LAND VOYAGER (SeaLand Service), July ~0-Chairman S.R. Garay. Secretary Thomas Wybo, Educational Director Baldev Singh, Deck Delegate Vil .E . e A.G. Lane, Steward Delegate A, Fochini. Chairman reminded crew that TRBs in effect as of August J _ He informed members that advanced firetighcing and govern· ment vessels courses are available at Piney Point. Secretary recommended everyone read LOG, especially president's reporr on page 2. He informed crew members that big business is outspending labor 11 to I-and that job security is one more reason co contribute to SPAD. Some beefs and disputed OT reporte:.d in deck and steward departments. None in engine depanment. Request made to have crew laundry deck repaired and painted_ Next ports: Long Beach, Calif: Miami, Fla.; Charleston, S.C.; San Juan, P.R. SGT MATEJ KOCAK (Waterman Steamship), July 12--Chairman Earl N. Gray Jr., Secretary Dawn Coutermash, Educational Director H. Charles Chancey. Bosun discussed launch schedule for Klaipeda, Lithuania. Secretary noted 45 additional Navy personnel were aboard ship for "Baltic Challenge '98" and 35 more to embark in Tallin, Estonia. Educational director suggested crew members use time off to upgrade skills at Paul Hall Center. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward department for exceptional j<'>b. Following stops in Klaipeda and Tallin, ship expected to pay off in Souda Bay, Crete. USNS SHUGHART (Bay Ship Management), July 28-Chairman Dale W. Kirsch Jr., Secretary Toyo Gonzales, Educational Director Richard Larsen, Deck Delegate William Tripp, Engine Delegate Kurt Jacobsen. Communications from headquarters posted on bulletin board, noted he will be missed and wished him the best. OSPREY (Osprey-Acomarit), August 9-Chairman Robert Lindsay Jr., Secretary Felipe Orlanda, Educational Director Wilbur L. Ensminger, Deck Delegate Duane R. Costello, Engine Delegate Michael G. McGlone, Steward Delegate Jose Guzman. Chairman announced payoff to be held August 11 in port of Wilmington, N.C. Ship expected to remain at dock approximately two weeks for minor repairs. No layoffs expected. Educational director spoke of importance of upgrading at Paul Hall Center. Clarification requested regarding Keeping a Clean Galley I While en route from Valdez, Alaksa to Anacortes, Wash., members of the steward department aboard the Overseas Washington show off their spotless galley. From the left are Chief Cook Carlton Griffin, Chief Steward Alphonso Davis and Steward Assistant Chris A. Amigable_ OT. All hands urged to clean rooms bef<'>re signing off and attend upgrading classes at Paul Hall Center when possible. Treasurer announced $169 in ship's fund. Report read from captain that Anthrax sh s will be given to those continuing voyage. Ship's crew te get pay raise effective August 1. Clarification requested regarding OT rates of pay. Crew asked for new TV antenna, weight scale and barbecue grill. CLEVELAND (Sealift, Inc.), August 2-Chairman Fareed A. Khan. Secretary Miguel E. Vinca, Educational Director Dennis Swc:>rds, Deck Delegate David J. Garoutte, Engine Delegate Lenzy Barney Jr., Steward Delegate Donald Sneed. Chairman praised crew for jobs well done_Educational director reminded crew members to take advantage of Piney Point facilities to upgrade skills. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: Houston _ LIBERTY STAR (Liberty Maritime), August 2-Chairman Hugo P. Dermody, Secretary Henry Jones Jr., Deck Delegate Willie Chestnutt, Steward Delegate Joe Clark. Chairman reminded crew members to wear safety gear when working on deck. He announced ship due in port of New Orleans August 5 and will lay up for 10-12 days. He also reminded Seafarers that they have finest school in country and should avail themselves of it. Secretary asked everyone to make sure all trash is removed from rooms before disembarking and that dirty linen be placed in bags in passageways for collection. He stressed need to get TRBs by August 1 in order to continue sailing. Educational director asked that all books and films be returned by arrival time. Disputed OT reported in deck department. No beefs or disputed OT reported by engine or steward departments. Thanks given to steward department for job well done. Brother Jones retiring after this trip. All watchstanders put on day work. No disputed OT in all three departments. Crew asked that sailing board be more accurate. Also requested shore passes be made available as soon as possible_Vote of thanks given to steward depan:ment or job well done. Crew agreed that new fire fighting school at Piney Point will be good and agreed with trustees on naming it after Joe Sacco. OVERSEAS WASHINGTON (Maritime Overseas), August 4-Chairman Rudy Santo, Secretary Alphonso Davis. Secretary noted ship in good shape (see photo above). He advised crew members to upgrade skills at Lundeberg School and told them to keep up good work. No beefs or disputed OT reported by department delegates. Next port: Anacortes, Wash. SEA-LAND PERFORMANCE (Sea-Land Service), August 20Chairman Jimmie Scheck, Secretary Edward M. Collins, Educational Director Michael Martykan_ Chairman reminded crew to apply for TRBs and STCW certificates. He also announced opening of new fire fighting school at Piney Point in early 1999. Those Seafarers who sailed on vessels deployed to Persian Gulf during recent military buildup are eligible for imminent danger pay, according to U.S. Military Sealift Command. Secretary thanked Brother Frank Thompson for watermelons and food he donated for cookout. Educational director reminded crew to practice safety at all times, especially in engine room and on deck. He also urged crew members to take advantage of educational opportunities at Paul Hall Center. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked contracts department to look into lowering time at sea needed for vacations. Vote of thanks given to steward department for job well done. Burial ceremony for Brother Leyal E. Joseph held aboard ship (see photo at left.). Next port: Jacksonville, Fla. Seafarers LOG 19 �MODERN SIDPHANDLING - Part Il: Henry Ga.mp Talks About Current Trends in Tug Design Editor's note: Henry W. Gamp has been a member of the SIU since 1974. He holds an ocean masters license for 1600 tons, unlimited inland masters License and considerable unlimited first class pilotage. He also has worked as a shipdocking pilot and tugboat captain for many years. It was from this extensive experience that Gamp wrote "Modern Shiphandling" in 1980. He currently is employed as chief mate on Penn Maritime's ATB Eliza/Atlantic. Part I of "Modern Shiphandling" appeared in the August 1998 Seafarers LOG. The conclusion follows: The height of most ships' freeboards is greater today that in years past. Car carrier~ and high-sided containerships are particularly challenging to the docking pilot in the wind; they present the wind with much surface area to act upon. Such ships have a tremendous desire to sail to leeward, which accelerates with shallower drafts. The pilot handling these ships in wind also finds them difficult to turn. This is compounded when tugboats cannot be pla~ed to exert good leverage. High-sided ships crtatt other problems by increasing the vertical l~ad and length of the tugbfJat's lines . When the pilot orders a tug ahead, there is no loss of power AS the springline merely holds the tug's bow from sliding. The point where the bow fender contacts the ship is where the force is applied. However, when th~ tugboat is 'backed,' it is quite another story, unless the ship's choc;lc is approximately the same height as the tug's bow. The higher the lines when backed, lhe less horizontal thrust is delivered, and the vertical component increases- which is lost power. When working two lines on tt ship's bow, as during a docking operation, longer leads will stretch more. The tug will fall alongside when backed, thereby diminishing her lifting effect. It is my feeling that ship designers do not understand shiphandling techniques or the needs of the :shipdocking pilot. Therefore, when determining where to place chocks. they approach the subject solely from the standpoint of safely mooring the vessel alongside a pier. There seems to be a tendency to build ships with fewer chocks today, at times substituting them with cruc;ifix bitts, padeyes or nothing in their place. It is ~sscntiat that a tugboat has a good hold on the ship to do the job well. It appears to be false economy to save money on chocks and bitts only to spend it on damage repairs. Propulsion systems cause much anxiety for the docking pilot. The variable pitch propeller is probably the most troublesome. Most ships will either slip ahead or astern when placed in neutral, and the water around 20 Seafarers LOG the stern becomes confused with the propeller always turning over. The ship has a tendency to back to starboard, not to port. Special care must be exercised when handling stemlines to keep them away from the screw. Gas turbines are challenging as well. Their reaction time is slow, and if the ship is carrying much headway, they need time to take it off. It must be anticipated when to stop ahead of time as they continue to spin over awhile after being stopped. The very fact that ships are large today is a problem. The practical effect is to make channels, bends, turning basins, anchorages, berths, underwater clearances, tugboats, etc., all seem smaller. Vessel size is quickly reaching the limit that U.S. ports can accommodate. Without dredging to increase and progressively decrease as they proceed forward-or build the bridges higher to ensure a clear view under the bow. The bow thruster is a useful tool for the docking pilot because it's like a built-in tug to control the ship's bow. In situations where the ship's bow cannot be played with one line due to a bulbous bow, flare too great to make a tug fast, or holding a line from the tug's side bitts to the ship's shoulder will not lift the bow, that makes the use of a tug impractical. In cases of light wind, a single tug can be placed on the outboard stern-quarter to control the stern. The bow thruster simultaneously holds the bow in check. If the ship is also equipped with a stern thruster, the tugboat can be dispensed with altogether. Several words of caution-as with any piece of The best solution is to build the ship with several recessed bitts, one above the other several feet apart to accommodate normal changes in draft. The tug can avail herself of whichever one aligns best with her bow. By placing these hull bitts on the forward shoulders, after-quarters and stern centerline, the tug's hold on numerous ships would be immensely improved, thereby facilitating shiphandling operations. The American Bureau of Shipping and other classification societies need to ensure standardization in positioning bitts, chocks, recessed bitts, etc. The guidelines should take the following into account: safe tugboat placement, maximum leverage obtainable, changes in draft, number of chocks in proportion to length and space between chocks. In this filA pMtc\ tM SM-Land Market is underway with a tug alongside her port bow. The tug's bow is 150 feet forward of the plimsol mark or 324 feet aft of the ship's bow. The ship has recessed bitts, but they are below the tug's bow, and her head line would jump off the bitts should she use them. channel widths and depths, handling large ships in relatively tight confines will continue to be tt thttllenging job. Very often the docking pilot must make do with tugboats built to handle the older and smaller classes of ships. During these times, he is relying on his skills and knowledge to pull him through, not on tugboat power. SOLUTIONS FOR THE DOCKING PILOT Thus far, I have endeavored to explain the innovations in tugboat design and the problems which have been created. In fairness, some changes and alterations have been as useful as others have been detrimental. It is my preference, and I think most shiphandlers would agree, to dock or sail a ship with the bridge located near the stern. This is because the major part of the vessel sits out in front and helps gauge movement. It also enables the pilot to better judge how fast the swing is when executing a turn or when being set across a channel. The one drawback to this layout occurs when containers are stacked as high as the ship's bridge. This forces the pilot to stand on one of the bridge wings to see ahead, giving a distorted view of what is happening. Logic and the law could easily solve this by dictating that the first row of containers ahead of the bridge be below eye level machinery, they are subject to breakdowns. Many ships are equipped with less-than-adequate thrusters which all but the lightest breezes cancel out. The efficiency of the thruster diminishes as headway increases, and with several knots headway, they become nearly useless. Under conditions of light draft, they may be out of the water and totally useless. The answer to long leads on the tug's lines due to the vessel's high sides and distant chocks can be solved by recessing and building bitts into the hulls of ships. This allows the tugboat crew to make fast and let go of the ship without assistance from the ship's crew. the inconvenience caused by lines being thrown overboard, instead of gently lowered to the tug. The above is beneficial when the tug must quickly be shifted. By the tug working ahead and coming end-on to the ship, slack can be removed from the line. When secured, the tug will be held at the same angle it took two lines to do. Also, there is the advantage that all pushing and backing is in a horizontal plane and results in no loss of power. At times, the chock is lower than the tug's bow. In that case, there is danger of the line flipping off the bit. The chances of this happening are reduced by putting several turns around the bitt-but it is certainly not guaranteed. Often there is the decision of where to place the after tugboat. if one is required. The need is under the ship's tuck for leverage, but it is a precarious position and damage might be sustained by the tugboat. The next chock forward is almost midship and the tug is just about totally useless there for pushing the stern up. If the after chock is used, the line can be held to the side bitts instead of the stemhead. This permits the tug to lay forward a few feet on the line without having the line bending the visor or superstructure rubbing the ship as would occur if the line were held on the stemhead. The tug should be kept working slow ahead with enough rudder toward the ship to keep the house from rubbing the ship's side when there is scant clearance. But beware-the ship's stern will continualty be pushed down. This dilemma is common. Often the wind and weather are deciding factors in what course of action is followed. Some ships have stern quarters that are straight sided almost until they reach the water, then they cut away abruptly. Tugboats can lay alongside these ships with safety. On ships that have ramps obstructing the stern, this ~ style quarter is the ideal place to use the after tug. By placing the tug's line practically on the stern, she exerts considerable leverage. Care must be exercised not to back the ship until the tug is in position and her line fast. In this position, one-half to two-thirds of the tug is behind the ship's screw. The ship's screw will suck the tug toward it-not away-as when a tug is working a conventional quarter further forward. The traditional elliptical stern has been replaced in large measure by squared-off sterns. This is a plus for the docking pilot. In lieu of using a cutaway quarter, it is sometimes possible to work that tug on the flat stem. The tugboat can substitute for the ship's engine and rudder. This helps keep headway off the ship while still maintaining perfect control. The tug can exert maximum leverage against the ship. Judgment must, however, be exercised while working the ship's engine with the tug perpendicular across the stern. By working the ship strongly, the wash can carry the tug's lines away and jeopardize her safety. Diesel power coupled to reverse gears as a prime propulsion system has been helpful to the shiphandler. The engine response time is fast, and the shaft revolutions through the full range of speeds are most uniform. On many steam vessels, 'dead slow' and 'slow' are not enough power, and 'half' is too much. Tension winches using steel cable make shifting the vessel ahead or back alongside the pier several feet easier today. It is not necessary to use the ship' engine or tugboats once the cables are on the pier' bollard . Another good idea is to wind t e ships' lines on separate automatic winch drums. This speeds securing and singling up the vessel by eliminating the need to stop lines off and transfer them to or from the bitts. SUMMARY Ships and tugboats are changing and will continue to do so. Docking pilots must be acquainted with the various hull designs, deck layouts and propulsion systems that are encountered in the course of their work. The recent trend has been toward more diversification. The future is unpredictable. Spiraling fuel costs, other operating expenses, shifts in markets and new technology will play a very large role. The new concepts in moving cargo are likely to come under review. Older concepts may prove feasible once again. Some trades may see the reintroduction of coal and sail in some modern form. The implications for shiphandling are great should these things occur. The era of tugboat assistance in docking ships is very likely near its pinnacle. Economic pressures are going to give greater impetus to equip ships with large and reliable bow and stern thrusters. In fact, the tugboat may relinquish her predominant role in shiphandling to that of a back-up system for these thrusters in cases of breakdowns or high winds. No matter what design and innovative changes the future holds, competent shiphandlers will still be required. October 1998 �Dodge Island Ready to Resume Dredging Operations 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 year, which is to be submitted to the membership by the secretary-treasurer. A yearly finance committee of rank-and-file members, elected by the membership, each year examines the finances of the union and reports fully their findings and recommendations. Members of this committee may make dissenting reports, specific recommendations and separate findings. Aboard the SIU-crewed NATCO dredge Dodge Island, Seafarers are getting ready to sail. The dredge was briefly in the shipyard in Mobile, Ala., where it underwent some repairs and is now ready to get back to dredging operations in all parts of the world. Above, completing some necessary paperwork before shipping out are (from left) Assistant Engineer Elmer Prestidge, Chief Engineer Mark Patterson and Captain John J. Horn. At right is the dredge's hopper, In 1879, Industrial Workers of 7 the World organizer, songwriter, and poet Joe Hill was born Joseph Hillstrom in Gavle, Sweden. October The 15,000-member Insurance 1Workers International Union 18 meroed with the UFCW in 1980. Women trade unionists held 6 their first national conference in 1916. TRUST FUNDS. All trust funds gamated Meat Cutters and Butcher Workmen in 1968, which merged with the Retail Clerks to become the UFCW in 1979. More than a million Canadian The 40-hour work week went 24 12 into effect in 1940. workers demonstrated against wage controls in 1976. In 1943, the Packinghouse Workers Organizing Committee was officially dissolved and workers were given control over their own organization-the United Packinghouse Workers of America. The UPWA merged with the Amal- The stock market crashed in 24 1929, ushering in the 1930s Depression. Although it brought high unemployment and widespread misery, the Depression also led to vast social and economic reforms, including far-reaching labor legislation. by Waterman Steamship Corp. He Sabine Towing and Transportation resided in Chalmette, La. and retired vessel. A resident of Port Anhur, he ;e"'•""'""""""c·.w •··i~n April 1988. ,_,_...,.......,=~1--retired in August 1978. LEONARD A_ WRIGHT LARRY P. WILSON HAROLD K SHOOK Harold E. Shook, 72, passed away May 7. Brother Shook began sailing with the SIU in 1979. He worked in the st~ward d~partment, last sailing in 1984 aboard the President Eisenhower, an American Presidem Lines vessel . He was a residet'tt of Scaule. Pensioner Leonard A . Wright, 72, died July 5. He joined the Seafarers in "" . ;·:~. . 1944 in the pon ";-.:·.;-.'. ·;,.:/ of Norfolk, Va. .: . .·:. "'j ""-:(.~ The Virginia ~-~~="'~"""'~,.'~ ·' native sailed as a member of the deck department. A resident of San Francisco, Brother Wright darted receiving his pertsion in June 1989. RAPHEL A. STEVENS INLAND Pensioner Larry P Wilsen. 76. passed away June 26. Boatman Wilson joined the SIU in 1957 in the port of Baltimore. The North Carolina native sailed primarily aboard vessels operated by Harbor Towing Corp. as a member of the steward department. He resided in Washington, N.C. and began receiving his pension in April 1984. MICHAEL M. ENDRES GREAT LAKES a member and began in Novemner Brother Sander:; :;ailed ot' the deck receiving ll5 d~panm~nt hi~ ~tMion 1982. He was a resident of Lauderhill, Fla. Pensioner RaphelA. Stevens, 73 , died May J, He st<irted his career with the Seafarers in 1960 in the port of New Orleans. Born in Wh:con~in , he worked in the engine department, last sailing aboard the Coasrat Kansas, a Coskan Marine Co. vessel.Brother Stevens, who resided in Houston. started receiving his pension in June 1991 . GUSTAVO L. VIDES Pensioner Gustavo L. Vides. 73. passed away July 8. Brother Vides began sailing with the SIU in 1965 aboard the ======= Madaket, a Waterman Steamship Corp. vessel. He sailed in the engine department and frequently upgraded at the Lundeberg School. Born in Honduras, he became a U.S. citizen in 1973. Brother Vides last sailed aboard the Sam Houston, operated October 1998 Pensioner Michael M. Endres. 66. passed away August IO. A native of Maryland, he began sailing with the SIU in L----=-=--==--=--~ 1951 from the port of Baltimore. Boatman Endres started out in the deep sea division and later transferred to inland vessels. He sailed in the steward department and began receiving his pension in fanuary 1995. From 1953 to I 9jj, he served in the U.S. Army. Boatman Endres was a resident of Philadelphia. FRANK GENNUSA fi"F.'umm.~~~~~ Pensioner Frank ~ Gennusa, 84, died June 24. Born in New York. he staned his career with the Seafarers in 1963 in Port · Arthur, Texas. Boatman Gennusa worked in the steward department, last sailing aboard a Know Your Rights MUSLEH AHMED . - - - - - - . . . . , Musleh Ahmed, 66, passed away June 21. He began sailing with the Seafarers in 1973 from the port of Detroit. Born in Yemen, he sailed as a member of the steward department. Brother Ahmed was a resident of Dearborn. Mich. RAILROAD MARINE JAMES J. MALLEY Pensioner James J. Malley, 98, died June 17. Brother Malley worked primarily for the New York Central Railroad Co. as "-=------'==a bridge operator. Born in Ireland and a resident of Blauvelt, N.Y., he started receiving his pension in July 1965. 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. SHIPPING RIGHTS. A member's shipping rights and seniority are protected exclusively by contracts between the union and the employers. Members should get to know their shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and available in all union halls. If mem· bers believe there have been violations of their shipping or seniority rights as contained in the contracts etween the union and he employers., they should notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mail, return receipt requested. The proper address for this is: Augustin Tellez, C.h airman seafarers Appeals Board 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to members at all times, either by writing directly to the union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which an SIU member works and lives aboard a ship or boat. Members should know their contract rights, as well as their obligations, such as filing for overtime (OT) on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If, at any time, a member believes that an SIU patrolman or other union official fails to protect their contractual rights properly, he or she should contact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY - THE SEAFARERS LOG. The Seafarers LOG traditionally has refrained from publishing any article serving the political purposes of any individual in the union, officer or member. It also has refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the union or its collective membership. This established policy has been reaffirmed by membership action at the September 1960 meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsibility for Seafarers 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. PAYMENT 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 circumstances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any 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 or she should not have been required to make such payment, this should immediately be reported to union headquarters. CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. 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 contents. Any time a member feels any other member or officer is attempting to deprive him or her of any constitutional right or obligation by any methods, such as dealing with charges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, the member so affected should immediately notify 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 discriminated against because of race, creed, color, sex, national or geographic origin. If any member feels that he or she is denied the equal rights to which he or she is entitled, the member should notify union headquarters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DONATION SPAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fund. Its proceeds are used to further its objects and purposes including, 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 pr received because of force, job discrimination, financial reprisal, or threat of such conduct, or as a condition of membership in the union or of employment. If a contribution is made by reason of the above improper conduct, the member should notify the Seafarers International Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the contribution for investigation and appropriate action and refund, if involuntary. A member should support SPAD to protect and further his or her economic, political and social interests, and American trade union concepts. NOTIFYING THE UNION-If at any time a member feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he or she has been denied the constitutional right of access to union records or information, the member should immediately notify SIU President Michael S~cco at headquarters by certified mail, return receipt requested. The address is: Michael Sacco, President Seafarers International Union 5201 Au th Way Camp Springs, MD 20746. Seafarers LOG 21 �Lundeberg School Graduating Classes HARRY SCHOOL 1 . j~~ • • f'.}ti'Q.. ''_,~ 1 LIFEBOAT ~ ~ ~ CLASS Academic-Elsa R. Marler (right) is pre-i sented with a certificate of achievement from instructor Rich Prucha for completing the introduction to computer basics. Marler ships from the port of Jacksonville, Fla. in the steward department. y~~ "~ ~ . Trainee Lifeboat Class 579--Graduating from trainee lifeboat class 579 are (from left, kneeling) Cole Bridwell, Joseph Sotelo, Jason Gay, Christopher Hays Jr_, Brian Shelburne, Emwanza Sealy, (second row) Eddie Pittman, Charles Jensen, Kirk Bean, Damon Parker, Joseph Merriweather and Scott Lucero. LNG Recertification-Marking their completion of the LNG recertification class on August 21 are (from left, kneeling) Christopher T Sykes, Eric Martinez, Daniel A. Tennant, Muharam Husin, J~hnnie H~lmes, (second row) Donovan E. Chri5tie, William D. Steele, James Hagner, Ronald Aubuchon, Michael Brenmm, MAl'k JoM~ (in~tructor), (third row) Dominique Bush, Kelvin Burrell, Mark Freeman, John Gibbons, Rafael Cardenas, Chris Altieri and Aleksander Turko_ Marine Eledrical Maintenance II-Engine department members receiving their marine electrical maintenance II endorsements on August 21 ~re (from left, front) Jorge Bonelli, Jesus Pilare, Ramona Gayton, Roy Zanca, (second row) Eric Malzkuhn (instructor), Stephen Harrington, Isadore J. Greenberg, Ursel Barber, John Osburn and Robert Brown. Advanced Firefighting-Upgrading graduates of the August 7 advanced firefighting class are (from left, kneeling) Rick Redmond (instructor), Billy Dean, Robert Natividad, David DeHart, Carmine Barbati, (second row) Robert Mayer, Elsa R. Marler, Raul J. Padro, Marvin Lambeth, Philip Brown, Rudolph Lopez, Stephen Thompson and Isaac Newsome. Not in picture is Manolo Delos Santos. Upgraders Lifeboat-SIU members graduating rom the upgraders lifeboat class on August 21 are (from left, kneeling) Ben Cusic (instructor}, Hussein A. Mohamed, Kamal A. Ismail, Yahya AlSaqaf. Raul Padro, (second row) Elsa R Marler, Bonifacio Lozado, Carlita V. Episioco, Ronald DeWitt, John Walsh Ill and Peter Schuetz. Advanced Firefighting-Receiving their advanced firefighting endorsements on August 14 are (from left, kneeling) Michael Brennan, Muharam Husin, Daniel A. Tennant, Amin M. Shariff, Eric Martinez, Ronald Aubuchon, (second row) William D. Steele, Dominique Bush, Christopher T. Sykes, Rafael Cardenas, Donovan E. Christie, James Hagner, (third row) Anthony Hammett (instructor), Aleksander Turko, Mark Freeman, Scott Heginbotham. Kelvin Burrell and Chris Altieri. \ Tanker Assistant DL-Receiving their graduation certificates for completing the tanker assistant DL course on August 7 are (from left, kneeling) Joey Canlas, Christopher Jones, Joshua King, Wilbur Williams, Courtney Price, Wincell Hightower Jr.. (second row) Kamal Ismail, Frank T. Kraemer, Latanya Jackson, Michael Williams, Jose A. Villafane, Charles Pomraning, Mark Jones (instructor), (third row) Richard Barnes, Ruben F. Morales Jr.. Stanley Parker, Roderick T. Frazier and Jason Kennedy. Basic Firefighting-SIU members completing the basic firefighting course on August 14 are (from left, kneeling) John Smith (instructor), James Marchiano, Brian Morris, Burkley Cooper, Eugenio Cabral Jr., Richard Cabab, Salvadore Lagare, Ali M. Mohamed, Trawn Gooch, (second row) Joey Canlas, Walter Sainvil, Jim Duggan, Steve Rollins, Anthony Pacely Jr., James Davis Jr., Guy W. Butler Jr., Richard Barnes, (third row) Sangie Mohamed, Timothy Kotsis, LeRoy Rawls, Ronald E. Allen, David Rankin, Stanley W. Parker, Ruben F. Morales, Jose Vazquez and Juan Rochez. LEFT: Fireman/Watertender & Oiler-Earning their FOVVT' endorsements on September 4 are (from left, kneeling) Isidro Palacios, Shannon Hagins, James Hill, Wilfredo V. Martinez, Jeremiah Goldsberry, Hilario P. Calixto, (second row) Jason Manzi, Vincent B. Mull, Detricke R. Kelly, Emerito Ramos, Paul S. Grant, Sergio S. Ayala, (third row) Cle Popperwill, Albert Bennett, Curtis Richardson, Carlos Lewis, Marshall Dixon, Timothy Baldt, (fourth row) Steve DuPre, Jon Ledford, Khalid Mahmud Washington, Joseph Prill, Jeffrey Pope and Alonzo Griswell. Not pictured is Stephen Stukes. 22 Seafarers LOG October 1998 �.· · · · ;tI' JJNfJlBERG:"&tHlJOL ,.. Safety Specialty Courses 1998 UPGRADING COURSE SCHEDULE The f~ll~~l~~· is the s~hed~l~ for c·l~s~~s' ~~l~nin~' i~ Octo~~"though tfi~'~lld of the year at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship, located at 1 tht}.'.:P~ul H.~l~:t-enter ~?t :tvfaritill)e Training and Education in Pit!~Y Point, Md. ·All program~/ire gear~ifto:improve the job skills of Seafarers and to promote the . American maritime.industry. Please note that this schedule may change to reflect the needs of the membership, the maritime industry and-in times of conflict-the nation's security. . Students attending any of these classes should check in the Saturday be/ore · their wurse' s start date. The <;ourses listed here will begin promptly on the mom' ing of the start dates. Seafarers who have any questions regarding the upgrading courses offered at the Lundeberg School may call the admissions office at (301) 994-0010. Start Course Date Date of Completion Tanker Familiarization/ Assistant Cargo (DL) October 12 November9 October31 November28 LNG Familiarization (includes 2 weeks offirefighting) October 12 October 30 Basic Firefighting October 5 November 2 November 16 November30 October 10 November7 November21 Decembers Advanced Firefighting Deck Upgrading Courses Start Date Date of Course Able Seaman November 16 December 11 Radar ·Ob.set"YC.rftJnlimited October 26 November6 Completion October 24 October 31 November 14 October 12 · OciOber 19 November2 Government Vessels October 5 November2 November30 October 22 November20 December18 Water SurrlVal October 5 October 17 Steward Upgrading Courses Academic Department Courses Start Dates Only Course Start Course UPGRADING APPLICATION Date of Date . With this application, COPIES of the following must be sent: One hundred and twenty ( 120) days uatiml! for thl! puvious year; one day in the last six months prior to the date your class sians. USM MD (z-card) front and back, front page of your union book indicating your department and seniority, and qualifying seatime for the course if it is Coast Guard tested. All FOWT, AB and QMED applicants must submit a U.S. Coast Guardfee Address _ _ __ __ __ _ __ _ _ _ __ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ of $13S wirh rheir application. The payment should be made with a money order only, payable to LMSS. COURSE Telephone - - - - ' - - - - ' - - - - - - -- Deep Sea Member D Lakes Member BEGIN DATE END DATE Date of Birth - - - - - - - - - D Inland Waters Member D If the following information is not filled out completely, your application will not be processed. Social Security # _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ B o o k # - - - - - - - - - - S e n i o r i t y - - - - - - - - - - - - - Department _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ U.S. Citizen: Yes D No D Home Port Endorsement(s) or License(s) now held _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Are you a graduate of the SHLSS trainee program? D Yes D No If yes. class# _ _ __ __ _ _______ _ __ ______ __ Have you attended any SHLSS upgrading courses? D Yes D No If yes, course(s) taken _ __ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Do you hold the U.S. Coast Guard Lifeboatman Endorsement? D Yes D No Firefighting: D Yes D No CPR: LAST VESSEL: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Rating: _ _ __ Date O n : - - - - - - - - - - - - Date Off: SIGNATURE _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ DATE NOTE: Transponation will be paid in accordance with the scheduling letter only if you present original receipts and successfally complete the course. If you have any questions, contact your pon agent before departing for Piney Point. RETURN COMPLETED APPLICATION TO: Lundeberg School of Seamanship, Admissions Office, P.O. Box 75, Piney Point, MD 20674-0075. J0/98 D Yes D No Primary language spoken _ _ _ _ _ __ __ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ October 1998 Seafarers LOG 23 �Seafarers Scholarships Six months remain to mail in applications for the 1999 Seafarers Scholarship Program. See page 14 for additional information on how to obtain an application form. Lummus, Cobb Crews Get HQ UpdaU Prepositioning Ships Help Meet Nation's Sealift Requirements Prepositioning ships play a vital role in meeting America's sealift needs. Fully loaded to support American troops, these vessels set sail immediately after activation. Two of the SIU-crewed prepositioning ships-the Jack Lummus and the Samuel Cobb-recently were visited overseas by SIU Representative George Tricker. During shipboard union meetings on the Lummus (in Diego Garcia) and the Cobb (in Japan), participants discussed dozens of topics including the training record book (TRB) jointly being issued by the SIU and the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education; important deadlines stemming from the 1995 amendments to the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW) for mariners; the ongoing fight to maintain the Jones Act, and many others. Seafarers also inquired about various sealift courses available at the Paul Hall Center's Lundeberg School, located in Piney Point, Md. Those classes cover such topics as damage control, helo operations, underway replenishment, forklift training, crane operations, search and rescue, and more. "Both ships are in great shape and the meetings were very productive," Tricker repons. "We covered everything from medical claims to Con rcss." OS Carlos Ferreira (above) and other members of the deck gang (left and below) work to ensure proper storage of materiel aboard the Lummus. / ,.- ...................,.,....... Good food helps buoy spirits aboard the Samuel Cobb, as shown by DEU Robert Young (left) and QMED Steve Treece. In photo above, Chief Cook Subagio Wibisono serves lunch aboard the Samuel Cobb. GSU Dustin Wilson (right) meets with SIU Representative George Tricker aboard the Samuel Cobb in Japan. Right, forming part of the Samuel Cobb crew are DEU Maximo Loto (left) and GSU Saleh M. Saleh. � 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/. 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Title A name given to the resource October 1998 Description An account of the resource HEADLINES NMU PRESIDENT LIOEANJIE ANNOUNCES AFFILIATION TALKS WITH SIUNA UNDER WAY MARAD’S HART STATES HE WILL CONTINUE ADMINISTRATION’S STRONG U.S.-FLAG POLICY BIG MONTH FOR MARITRANS PAUL HALL CENTER’S EGLINGTON IS ELECTED MERPAC CHAIR NEW LNG OPERATOR HONORS SIU CONTRACT JOSE ‘JOE’ PEREZ RETIRES AS NEW ORLEANS PORT AGENT PRESIDENT HOOVER SAVES 2 CAPTAIN COMMENDS HAWAII CREW FOR RESCUE OCEAN VENTURE SIGNALS NEW JOBS STOCK MARKET FLUCTUATIONS RENEW CONCERNS ABOUT CHANGING THE SOCIAL SECURITY SYSTEM SIU MOURNS 2 FORMER OFFICIALS AMO’S JACK BRADY SUCCUMBS TO CANCER ‘NEVER STOP LEARNING,’ SAY NEW RECERTIFIED BOSUNS ACE ALLIANCE AIMS TO FORTIFY STCW TRAINING SCHOOL PROVIDES ANTI-TERRORISM TRAINING WHEN IS THE SIU NOT THE SIU WHEN IT’S ON THE ‘NASH BRIDGES’ SHOW RETIRED QMED SURVIVES HOUSE EXPLODING ON HIM LAKES SEAFARERS SALUTE QMED BRINK VENERABLE VESSEL REJOINS CABLE OPERATIONS THE SIU TURNS 60 SEA-LAND ENTERPRISE CREW CELEBRATES HAWAIIAN STYLE MODERN SHIPHANDLING- PART II: HENRY GAMP TALKS ABOUT CURRENT TRENDS IN TUG DESIGN LUMMUS, COBB CREWS GET HQ UPDATE Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Seafarers Log Scanned Issues 1984-1988, 1994-Present 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 10/01/1998 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. 60, No. 10 1998 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/9cd87c7200bad5c994d8a05ee0db8be0.pdf df67c7abb728702bac0aa8ba615d0c5e PDF Text Text Volume 61 Number 10 October 1999 .. d r Starry Greetings from Russia I c -Jan ar 31 SIU Crews Green Dale New Car Carrier Launches in Japan Recertified Bosun Ramon Castro sent these photos to the Seafarers LOG, showing crew members at work aboard the Liberty Star in Russia. Pictured above (from left) are AB Israel Castillo, Unlicensed Apprentice Chris Green, Deck Maintenance Ed Nelson and Bosun Castro. Below, left: Castillo chips to keep the vessel clean. Below, right: Castro stays on top of the deck duties. Members Discuss Benetits of Upgrading - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - PagesB, 9 Sealarers Now Eligible For More Scholarships _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Pages4, 14 �President's Report A New Era We are preparing to enter a new era in the history of the U.S. merchant marine. In this month's issue of the Seafarers LOG as well as the latest edition of the NMU Pilot is a resolution for you, the rank-and-file member, to consider bringing the National Maritime Union into the ranks of the SIU. This proposed merger is offered in the best interests of the members from both unions. Since the NMU became an autonomous affiliate of the SIUNA last year, representatives from both unions have been meeting to see if a merger is viable. Both unions have watched how SIU and NMU members have studied side-by-side at the Paul Hall Center with respect for one Michael Sacco another and friendships developing. Both unions have seen how the Alaska Tanker Company agreement has been implemented-the first covering SIU and NMU members working for the same firm. The committee looking into the merger has discussed seniority and job security concerns, among other issues. The officials serving on the committee believe merging the NMU into the SIU is workable, feasible and needed to ensure the job security of all American merchant mariners into the next century. When the SIU was established in 1938, we immediately went head-to-head and toeto-toe with the NMU for new contracts. For more than 60 years, our two unions have expended untold amounts of money and blood to gain an upper hand on the other. Instead of working together to build up the U.S.-flag fleet, our unions battled to tear each other down. If we are to continue the revitalization of the U.S.-flag fleet that started this decade,· we can no longer maintain a feud that helps no one. The U.S.-flag merchant fleet is growing. It seems each month we are announcing a new vessel breaking out or a new ship being built. When is the last time you can remember seeing stories on passenger ships, tankers, tugs, dredges, prepositioning vessels, car carriers and other bottoms all coming out like they are now?! The fleet is growing because maritime has been speaking with one unified voice on issues vital to all of us. That is how legislation allowing the export of Alaskan North Slope oil passed in 1995. That is how the Maritime Security Program became law a year later. That is how the Jones Act retains its solid support on Capitol Hill. None of this could have happened if one side was attacking the other. Maritime unity was required and is still needed. Our union's history is filled with mergers-actions that have made us stronger. The first one took place in 1940. When the SIU came into being, it had three separate districts that operated independently- the Atlantic, Gulf and Great Lakes. In a short time, deep sea members realized having separate Atlantic and Gulf districts was a hindrance. Rather than putting up with jurisdictional disputes, the Seafarers of that era decided to merge the districts and consolidate their ocean-going efforts. This allowed the union to grow as one for deep sea members- setting the course for more organizing, benefits, training and other opportunities. In 1958, the next merger took place. The separate Great Lakes District joined with the Atlantic and Gulf. The union's constitution was amended by membership vote in 1960 to reflect the change. The decade of the 1970s saw further growth in the SIU. Both the SIUNA-affiliated Inland Boatmen's Union and the Atlantic Fishermen's Union came within the AGLIWD. However, the biggest merger of the decade occurred in 1978 when the Marine Cooks & Stewards merged into the district. This marked the first time ever that an unlicensed maritime union had jurisdiction from coast to coast. SIU President Paul Hall explained to the membership his reasons for merging the MC&S into the SIU: "All segments of the American labor movement will experience mergers of similar unions with similar interests for the overall purpose of providing better representation and protection to their memberships." His words from the March 1977 Seafarers LOG still ring true today. Why were all of these mergers performed? For the same reason the NMU merger with the SIU makes sense today. Job security, strengthening the U.S.-flag merchant fleet, solid contracts, consolidation of resources, maritime unity. Take your pick. The SIU has been looking ahead to capture the opportunities that await our members in the 21st century. We are growing-from the new vessels coming on line to the expansion of the Paul Hall Center's curriculum. We have not and will not stand still. We want to commit our resources to bringing new jobs and new ships to all of our members. In order for the U.S.-flag fleet to maintain the revitalization course charted earlier this decade, we cannot afford to be deterred. It would not only harm the SIU, ~ but all American mariners. That is why we have reached this crucial point in U.S. maritime history. It is time for the SIU and NMU to put a formal end to an unproductive feud. Recent history has shown that maritime labor will need to speak with one voice in the 21st century to ensure the necessary gains that will promote and protect our members. That is why the time has come to welcome the NMU into the ranks of the SIU. Doubling of Vessel Traffic in U.S.? ITF Officials Meet at Paul Hall Center DOT Report Offers Ways to Handle the Increase SIU President Michael Sacco (speaking above) welcomes the members of the ITF Task Force on Ratings to Piney Point, Md. Delegates from the United Kingdom , France, Finland, Denmark, Singapore, Japan, Australia and New Zealand participated in the two-day meeting. Listening above (from left) are ITF Official Steve Cotton, SIU Exec. VP and ITF Seafarers' Section Chair John Fay and ITF Official Jean Yves Legouas. Below, the delegates tour the center's Joseph Sacco Fire Fighting and Safety School. Volume 61, Number 10 October 1999 The SIU on line: www.seafarers.org The Seafarers LOG (ISSN 1086-4636) is published monthly by the Seafarers International Union; Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District; AFL-CIO; 520 I Auth Way; Camp Springs, MD 20746. Telephone (301) 8990675. Periodicals postage paid at Southern Maryland 20790-9998 and at additional offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the Seafarers LOG, 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746. Communications Director, Daniel Duncan; Managing Editor, Jordan Biscardo ; Associate Editor/Production, Deborah A. Hirtes; Art, Bill Brower; Administrative Support, Jeanne Textor. Copyright © 1999 Seafarers International Union, AGLIWD All Rights Reserved. 2 Seafarers LOG Facing a projected doubling of waterborne commercial vessel traffic in the United States during the next 20 years, the Department of Transportation (DOT) last month submitted a report to Congress outlining recommendations to meet the expected increase. In presenting the report, Secretary of Transportation Rodney Slater noted, "This nation was built on its waterways and ports. We must make certain they are ready to compete, and win, in the global economy of the 21st century." Maritime Administrator Clyde J. Hart and Admiral James M. Loy, Commandant of the U .S. Coast Guard, cochaired the national task force which produced the report. Representatives of vessel operators, shippers, ports, recreational boaters, environmentalists, shipyards, labor and other organizations were among those composing the task force. Representatives of local, state and regional governments, as well as numerous federal agencies also participated. Officially titled "An Assessment of the U.S. Marine Transportation System" (MTS), the report includes the following recommendations: • Creation of an MTS national advisory council to "provide a structured approach for non.federal stakeholders to provide input" on national issues. • Adopting a systematic approach to MTS safety and environmental protection. Managers, operators and users of the waterways and facilities, the shoreside transportation system, environmental interests and the public all must be involved via local committees or planning groups, states the report. • Better coordination and development of adequate financing mechanisms to ensure the growth of seaports, waterways and their intermodal links. • Improved efficiencies in the movement of people and cargo, including "one-stop shopping" for federal inspection and reporting, improved landside access to ports, a national cooperative MTS research program and more reliable traffic forecasting. • Establishment of information management systems and infrastructure supportive of the MTS, including development of better hydrographic and weather information; improved vessel, cargo and passenger tracking methods; and better waterway traffic management information for mariners and ports. Public comments on the DOT report are requested by November 18. The full report may be accessed via the internet at http://www.dot.gov/mts or http://www.uscg.mil/hq/g-m. Besides the recommenda- tions, the report offers some interesting data. For instance, it states, "More than 1,000 harbor channels and 25,000 miles of inland, intracoastal, and coastal waterways in the United States serve over 300 ports, with more than 3,700 terminals that handle passenger and cargo movements. The waterways and ports link to 152,000 miles of rail, 460,000 miles of pipelines, and 45,000 miles of interstate highways .... The MTS also contains shipyards and repair facilities crucial to maritime activity." .It also notes that the U.S. marine transportation system annually: • moves more than 2 billion tons of domestic and international freight; • imports 3.3 billion barrels of oil to meet U.S . energy demands; • transports 134 million passengers by ferry; • serves 78 million Americans engaged in recreational boating; • hosts more than 5 million cruise ship passengers; and • supports 110,000 commercial fishing vessels and recreational fishing that contribute $111 billion to state economies. Please be advised that SIU headquarters and all SIU hiring halls will be closed on Thursday, November 11, 1999 for the observance of Veterans' Day and Thursday, November 25 for Thanksgiving Day (unless an emergency arises). Normal business hours will resume the following workday. October 1999 �Voting Starts December 1 On SIU-NMU Merger SIU members will begin voting December 1 on a referendum to determine if the union should proceed with merging the National Maritime Union (NMU) into the Seafarers International Union of North America, Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District (SIU). The resolution asks Seafarers if the union should bring the NMU into the SIU. At the same time Seafarers are voting, members of the NMU will be casting ballots at their halls to determine if the NMU should merge into the SIU. If approved by the membership of both the SIU and NMU, members of the two unions' executive boards would start implementing the merger. The process being used is similar to the one implemented during 1977-78 when the Marine Cooks & Stewards (MC&S) merged into the SIU. At that time, the MC&S was an autonomous union within the parent Seafarers International Union ofNorth America. Officers from the SIU and MC&S entered into preliminary discussions about merging the MC&S into the SIU. They then presented a resolution of merger to each membership in spring 1978. After getting approval from the members of both unions, the officers ironed out the specifics of the merger which were implemented in the SIU constitution through amendments approved in a 1980 membership referendum. Like the MC&S was in 1977, the NMU is an autonomous union within the SIUNA. A committee consisting of officials from the SIU and NMU have been meeting since June to see if a merger would be feasible. The committee determined a merger of the NMU into the SIU would benefit the members of both unions in order to build a stronger U.S.-flag merchant fleet. Thus, it decided to recommend a merger to both memberships and drafted the resolution that is being presented. Seafarers learned of the voting in a letter from SIU Secretary- Treasurer David Heindel dated September 27: "Please be advised that a merger referendum between the Seafarers International Union of North America, Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District, AFL-CIO and the National Maritime Union of America, AFL-CIO is being proposed. "Balloting will commence on December 1, 1999 and continue through January 31, 2000. For the purpose of securing ballots, the ports shall be open from 9:00 a.m. to 12 noon, Monday through Saturday, excluding holidays. This will be a mail referendum. You will sign the 'roster sheet,' pick up your ballot, mark it, place it in the inner (BALLOT) envelope, and then place it in an outer envelope which is stamped and addressed to the bank depository. "In addition, you may request an absentee ballot if you are working aboard a union-contracted vessel or are a patient in an accredited hospital during the voting period. If you think you may need an absentee ballot, instructions are enclosed along with this ballot. (Editor's note: instructions for an absentee ballot appear to the right.) "Following the balloting, a Union Tallying Committee consisting of six full book members, two from each of the three departments of the Union will be elected at the Headquarters membership meeting on February 7, 2000 to count the ballots and prepare a report to the membership." Should the members of both unions accept the resolution, the merger committee would continue its work to draft the specifics regarding seniority, job security, training and other topics. As noted in the text of the resolution (printed below), the merger would require changes in the SIU constitution. These amendments would be presented to the membership during the regularly scheduled officers' election in late 2000. SAMPLE BALLOT of SEAFARERS INTERNATIONAL UNION OF NORTH AMERICA Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District VOTING PERIOD DECEMBER 1, 1999 THROUGH JANUARY 31, 2000 MERGER SIUNA-AGLIWD AND NATIONAL MARITIME UNION OF AMERICA INSTRUCTION TO VOTERS - Vote either YES or NO on the following proposition below by marking a cross (X) in the appropriate box. Do not use lead pencil in marking the ballot. Ballots marked with lead pencil will not be counted. Mark your ballot with pen, ink or indelible pencil. Do not put any other marking on this ballot. RESOLUTION Be it resolved that a merger of the National Maritime Union (NMU) into the Seafarers International Union, AGLIWD (SIU) shall take place. This merger, if approved by the membership of both unions, would take effect on the earlier of March 1, 2001 or as soon thereafter as the Executive Board deems appropriate. If this merger is approved by a majority of SIU members who chose to vote on this proposal, the SIU Executive Board would then begin the process of implementation. Resolutions would be prepared during the year, 2000, to amend the Constitution to add the NMU's name and to expand the SIU's Executive Board by adding new Vice-President positions. These resolutions would then be voted on in conjunction with the SIU's next regularly scheduled election for Officers during the year 2000. In addition, a vote to approve this merger proposal entails granting to the SIU Executive Board the time and discretion to study in detail issues such as finances, seniority and shipping rules to devise methods to ensure that the job security and membership rights of all SIU members will be fully protected throughout this entire process. Following this time period, once the Executive Boards of both unions have reached an agreement as to how best to protect their respective memberships, a merger agreement will be drafted which will contain the specifics of the merger and this agreement will then be put to a vote of the membership at a regular membership meeting. I APPROVE OF THIS MERGER BETWEEN THE SEAFARERS INTERNATIONAL UNION OF NORTH AMERICA, ATLANTIC, GULF, LAKES AND INLAND WATERS DISTRICT AND THE NATIONAL MARITIME UNION OF AMERICA, AS DESCRIBED ABOVE? DYES ONo Seafarers Crew New Car Carrier Green Dale Seafarers climbed the gangway of a newly built car carrier, the Green Dale, last month in the port of Toyohashi, Japan. Operated by Waterman Steamship Company of New Orleans, the Green Dale is about 590 feet long with a 106-foot width. The vesse1's first sailing will take it across the Pacific to Tacoma, Wash. Its itinerary will take the ship worldwide, including ports in Europe and the Caribbean, depending on contracts picked up by its charterer, NYK. "The Green Dale represents the union's continuing effort to gain new jobs for our October 1999 members," stated SIU Vice President Contracts Augie Tellez. "This is a brand new vessel to the U.S.flag fleet with a longstanding SIU-contracted company. Because Seafarers have proven themselves through the years with Waterman, the Green Dale shows the company remains committed to ensuring a strong U.S.-flag presence in the next century." Besides providing more jobs for Seafarers, the Green Dale also will benefit the nation's armed forces by being available to help fulfill the military's need for roll- on/roll-off vessels. It will be included in VISA (Voluntary Intermodal Sealift Agreement), a 1995 federal program designed to make intermodal vessels and services available to the Defense Department in times of war or national emergency. "The launching of the Green Dale shows that new tonnage continues to come into the U.S.-flag fleet, one of the goals set forth by the 1996 Maritime Security Program," Tellez added. The Green Dale can transport approximately 4, 100 vehicles. The Seafarers LOG will publish photos of the crew and the vessel as soon as they become available. INSTRUCTIONS For Voting by Absentee Ballot In SIU, AGLIWD-NMU Merger Full book members may request and vote an absentee ballot under the following circumstances: while such member is employed on a Union contracted vessel and which vessel's schedule does not provide for it to be at a Port in which a ballot can be secured during the time and period of this election or is in an accredited hospital any time during the first 10 days of the month of December of the election. An absentee ballot may be requested by registered or certified mail. Such request shall contain a designation as to the address to which such member wishes his absentee baJlot returned. The request shall be postmarked no later than 12:00 p.m. on the 15th day of December 1999, shall be directed to the SecretaryTreasurer at Headquarters, and must be delivered no later than the 24th of December 1999. The Secretary-Treasurer shall determine whether such member is eligible to vote such absentee ballot. The Secretary-Treasurer, if he determines that such a member is so eligible, shall by the 30th of December send by registered mail, return receipt requested, to the address so designated by such member, a "Ballot," after removing the perforated numbered stub together with the hereinbefore mentioned "Ballot" envelope, and mailing envelope addressed to the depository, except that printed on the face of such mailing envelope shall be the words "Absentee Ballot" and appropriate voting instructions shall accompany such mailing to the member. If the Secretary-Treasurer determines that such member is ineligible to receive such absentee ballot, he shall nevertheless send such member the aforementioned ballot with accompanying material except that the mailing envelope addressed to the depository shall have printed on the face thereof the words "Challenged Absentee Ballot." The Secretary-Treasurer shall keep records of all of the foregoing, including the reasons for determining such member's ineligibility, which records shall be open for inspection by full book members and upon the convening of the Union Tallying Committee, presented to them. The SecretaryTreasurer shall send to all Ports the names and book numbers of the members to whom absentee ballots were sent. All ballots to be counted must be recetved by the depository no later than February 5, 2000 and must be postmarked no later than 12 midnight January 31, 2000. Seafarers LOG 3 �Union Privilege to Award $200,000 in Scholarships SIU Members Eligible for Grants, Other Benefits Union Privilege, a non-profit organization founded by the AFL-CIO, recently announced that the Union Plus Credit Card scholarship program again will honor "deserving students" with $200,000 in scholarships next year. Seafarers and their dependents are eligible to apply for the scholarships, regardless of whether they carry the Union Plus/SIU credit card. The application deadline is January 31, 2000. Scholarship recipients will be announced in May. (See box below for information on securing an application.) The AFL-CIO (the national federation of trade unions) started Union Privilege in order to utilize the collective purchasing power of America's union families. In essence, Union Privilege secures consumer benefits for union members and their dependents at Getting an Application By mail, send a postcard with return address, telephone contact information and international union name clearly printed on it to: Union Plus Scholarship Program P.O. Box 34800 Washington, D.C. 20043-4800 Via the internet, go to: http://www.unionpriv.org/news/2000scholarinfo.htm to download a pdf version of the application. lower rates than one typically could gain on their own. The SIU subscribes to several Union Privilege programs, including the SIU/UIW MasterCard (through which the scholarship program is conducted). There is no charge to the SIU for this participation, though individuals, of course, must pay to enroll in whichever programs they choose. In promoting the scholarship program, Union Privilege pointed out that earlier this year, 120 students representing 32 AFL-CIO unions were selected to receive approximately $200,000 in Union Plus grants. "The recipients were chosen in part for their academic achievements and in part for their appreciation and understanding of labor, and their efforts in bettering society," the organization noted. Overall, 16 students attending four-year colleges and universities were honored with the program's top award of $4,000; Union Privilege Phone Numbers (These are the programs for which SIU members are eligible) General Information 1-800-452-9425 Credit Card Applications (English) 1-800-522-4000 Credit Card Applications (Spanish) 1-800-651-5108 Cardholder Customer Service 1-800-622-2580 another 85 received awards ranging from $500 to $3,000; and 18 community college students and one trade school student received scholarships ranging between $500 and $1,000. The upcoming scholarships will mark the program's ninth year. Already, more than $1.1 million in scholarships have been awarded to union members and their families through Union Privilege. The competition typically is stiff. Two years ago, for instance, Life Insurance 1-800-899-2782 Dental Program 1-800-257-8352 Legal Service 1-800-452-9425 Health Savings 1-800-228-3523 For more information, contact Union Privilege at the "general information" number listed above. more than 7,000 people applied for scholarships. In addition to the Union Privilege scholarships, the Seafarers Welfare Plan is offering three scholarships in the year 2000 to SIU members and four scholarships to spouses and dependents of Seafarers. See page 14 for additional information. Hurricane Floyd Pounds U.S. Shipping Disrupted as Storm Hits Eastern States Hurricane Floyd swept over the Eastern United States September 16-17, causing massive damage and dozens of fatalities while prompting the largest evacuation in America's history. Shipping was disrupted from Florida to New York as residents took precautions against the storm. SIU halls were closed for about 24 hours in Jacksonville and Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. and in Norfolk, Va., though none of those halls sustained noteworthy damage. The Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education, located in Piney Point, Md., was not as forWipespread damage was caused by Hurricane Floyd all along the East Coast, including (counter-clockwise from top left) at the Charleston (S.C.) Marina, in Stevensville, Md., in Whitpain Township, Pa. (the children aboard the bus were rescued), and in Longport, N.J. tunate. Flooding occurred in the training and recreation center, a number of trees were downed, and the library's archives sustained water damage. Classes, however, were conducted as scheduled. Among SIU-crewed ships affected by Hurricane Floyd were the USNS Pollux and USNS Soderman in Norfolk; the HMI Dynachem in Ft. Lauderdale; and the JE.B. Stuart, Fisher, Sea-Land Producer and El Yunque in Jacksonville. Some left port to avoid the hurricane, while others were delayed coming in. The Soderman remained in port and reflected Floyd's fury when it parted a steel line. Also, as reported by several newspapers, helicopters from the aircraft carrier USS John F. Kennedy rescued all eight mariners who were stranded in 30-foot seas as their ocean-going tug sank 300 miles east of Jacksonville. The non-union tug went down when Floyd arrived off the coast September 15. Early overall damage estimates for the hurricane in the U.S. already exceed $1.3 billion, and that figure undoubtedly will increase. Generally, people in Florida and the northeast expressed relief that the storm did not strike harder (though it still caused plenty of damage, including widespread water pollution and lengthy power outages). By contrast, North Carolina bore Floyd's full brunt, and residents in the Norfolk-Newport News area also were severely impacted. More than 40 stormrelated fatalities were reported in North Carolina and five in Virginia. At press time, approximately 10,000 North Carolinians remained in shelters. In several eastern North Carolina towns, caskets were floating in the floodwaters, having been raised by the storm. AP Photo/Elaine Thompson AP Photo/Rusty Kennedy 4 Seafarers LOG AP Photo/Chris Polk October 1999 �Avondale Fight Continues Ex-Boss Still Hasn't Said He's Sorry The AFL-CIO's "Justice at Avondale Campaign" is calling on the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) to proceed with "extraordinary remedies" it had recommended against the New Orleans shipyard in 1997, and to add a few more which would address the company's illegal acts since the first order. In 1997, an NLRB administrative law judge said that thenAvondale CEO Al Bossier should be required to personally call an all-employee meeting and read a "cease and desist" order with regard to the company's "outrageous and pervasive number and nature of unfair labor practices." The AFL-CIO Metal Trades Department reports the directive has never been carried out because it was appealed by Avondale. The NLRB judge who issued the ruling singled out Bossier as the key figure in the company's campaign against union representation for the employees because testimony revealed that Bossier played a personal and active role in engineering the company's response. "Until [Avondale] employees are effectively given assurance that Albert Bossier knows that they have rights that are protected by law, the atmosphere of intimidation that he created will never be dispelled. Only when Bossier signs the notice and reads it to the employees will that assurance be effectively given," the judge declared. On August 19-citing the July 7, 1999, 5th Circuit Court decision vacating the June 1993 NLRB election-the Metal Trades filed a brief with the board judge who is hearing the second trial covering additional numerous unfair labor practices alleged to have been committed by Avondale. The department is asking that in addition to the remedies contained in the 1997 order, Avondale should also grant the union reasonable access to company bulletin boards and to employees in the shipyard during non-working hours, and allow the union the opportunity to present a 30-minute speech to all employees on working time prior to any NLRB election which might be scheduled. The department's petition also urges the NLRB to require Avondale to reimburse both it and the board for all costs associated with its organizing expenses as well as legal costs involved in investigating the company's illegal behavior. "In exceptional cases, such as this, where there is a history of flagrant disregard of the National Labor Relations Act, such awards have been granted," the union filing points out, adding that Avondale conducted its illegal anti-union campaign with the help of a $5.4 million reimbursement for legal fees by the U.S. Navy. AFL-CIO Metal Trades Department Attorney Bill Lurye said that these and other extraordinary remedies would be necessary in order ·to establish a level playing field. Lurye pointed out that Bossier AFL-CIO Launches Ad Campaign To Boost Medicare, Add Rx Benefit The AFL-CIO last month The cost of the tax breaks will launched new television and explode from $792 billion in the radio ads urging members of first 10 years to $2.6 trillion dolCongress to strengthen Medicare lars by 2019-just as Medicare and add a prescription drug bene- becomes insolvent, Social fit for seniors. The ad campaign Security surpluses begin to disapalso takes them to task for voting pear and the "baby boomers" to spend the federal budget sur- start to retire, according to the plus on a $792 billion tax cut for group. the wealthy instead. The national federation of The ads, which ran in the dis- trade unions, to which the SIU is tricts of 13 House members and affiliated, said that the proposed four senators, told members of tax package "rests on assumpCongress to "put working fami- tions that extraordinarily deep lies first" by securing Medicare funding cuts-up to 43 percent, for the future and extending the according to the Center on program to help senior citizens Budget and Policy Prioritiespay for their prescriptions. AFL-CIO President John Sweeney stated, "Congress needs to seize the opportunity to invest in the issues that really matter to working families-like strengthening Medicare-rather than wasting what little time is left in this session of Congress on goThe chairman of the House nowhere issues like huge tax cuts Transportation and Infrastructure for big business and the rich. Committee is calling for action to "While seniors all over the be taken to keep America's port country struggle to choose between paying for groceries and facilities from falling behind paying for their prescriptions, it's those in neighboring Canada and outrageous that Congress is vot- the Bahamas. Following a series of meetings ing to give corporate fat-cats a with transportation officials from $3.8 billion tax write-off," Europe and the Middle East, Rep. Sweeney continued. The tax cut primarily benefits Bud Shuster (R-Pa.) returned to America's wealthy, with 70 per- the United States urging his felcent of the tax cut benefits going low legislators to address the to the wealthiest 10 percent of problem of making American taxpayers. Taxpayers with in- ports ready for the vessels that comes of $301,000 or more get will handle international commerce in the next century. 42 percent of the tax cut. "Our harbors need to be According to Citizens for Tax dredged, and our terminals and Justice, a non-profit group that intermodal connections to trucks has analyzed the proposed cuts, the richest one percent would and rails need to be modernized," receive the equivalent of $885 Shuster said last month. "Not every week, while the average only are American port jobs in family would get three dollars a jeopardy, but the increased cost week under the tax cut plan of shipping U.S. products overseas puts all our export-related passed by Congress. will be made in programs like education and training, worker protections, and housing." Although President Clinton has promised to veto the tax plan, some members of Congress have indicated that they will continue to push for the tax cuts next year. Strengthening Medicare and prescription drug coverage for seniors is a top priority for the AFL-CIO and its unions. The AFL-CIO has launched a grassroots program to mobilize and educate union members from the 68 affiliated unions about the battle over Medicare. House Transportation Chair Calls for Action to Upgrade Maritime Infrastructure October 1999 jobs at risk." The Pennsylvania congressman was part of a 14-person bipartisan delegation seeking to learn more about how other countries are implementing changes to accommodate the maritime and aviation infrastructures. In a statement he released in mid-September, Shuster noted the growth of the global economy requires America to be ready in all transportation sectors to handle the adjustments. He pointed out the U.S. container trade has almost tripled in the last 20 years and is expected to double from today's figures during the next 20 years. "Thousands of American jobs now depend upon that trade," the chairman stated. "Our prosperity is tied to our ability to transport our products efficiently and economically to their destinations. Our maritime transportation system moves over two billion tons played a pivotal role in the company's anti-union strategy. According to testimony by Bossier during a second NLRB trial, he had received management reports of the names of employees whom they suspected or knew to be union supporters. "Bossier set the tone for his superintendents, meeting with them at the beginning of the campaign and telling them that the company would be less competitive, lose work and eventually close if the union prevailed in its campaign," Lurye said. The board's 1997 action included an order to re-hire 28 employees who had been fired for alleged union activity, and to make whole dozens more who had been suspended, disciplined or otherwise harassed in retribution for their pro-union sentiments. In all, NLRB Judge David Evans found the company had violated the law in more than 100 separate instances. Notice Seafarers who have sailed aboard vessels operated by V. Ships Marine, Ltd. (formerly International Marine Carriers) are receiving EPA allocation checks for a 2.3 percent pay increase that is retroactive to October 1996. Vessels covered by this agreement include the following: Beaver State Cape Farewell Cape Fear Cape Flattery Cape Florida Gem State Grand Canyon State Green Mountain State Keystone State If a Seafarer sailed on one of those vessels since October 1996 and has not received the EPA allocation, he or she may contact the company at (516) 741-2700. Coastal Enforcement Zone Doubles The United States is doubling the area within which the Coast Guard and other federal authorities may board foreign vessels to enforce U.S. laws. Vice President Al Gore last month announced that the U.S. contiguous zone formally has expanded from 12 to 24 miles off the coast. This extension complies with a United Nations treaty ratified in 1982. "With this new enforcement tool, we can better protect America's working families against drug trafficking, illegal immigration and threats to our ocean environment," the vice president said. "We are putting would-be smugglers and polluters on notice that we will do everything in our power to protect our waters and our shores." The 24-mile limit also applies to the waters around Puerto Rico, Guam, American Samoa, the U.S. Virgin Islands and the North Mariana Islands. Before the 1980s, America's territorial limit extended just three miles from the coast. of foreign and domestic cargo annually, contributing $742 billion to our economy and generating 13 million jobs. "The great containerships of the world each carry over 6,000 20-foot containers, requiring ports with depths of about 50 feet. Yet, six of America's 10 largest container ports, which handle 80 percent of the U.S. container traffic, have depths of less than that. "They cannot handle the giant ships which increasingly are diverting to ports in Nova Scotia, Canada and the Bahamas. Our harbors need to be dredged, and our terminals and intermodal connections need to be modernized. Not only are American jobs in jeopardy, but the increased cost of shipping U.S. products overseas puts all our export-related jobs at risk." Shuster also called for action to upgrade the navigable system of rivers and lakes. "Likewise, the products flowing through our inland waterways -our rivers, lakes and canalsmany on their way to be loaded onto ocean carriers for shipment overseas, suffer from both our outdated ports and harbors, and an antiquat~d system of locks and canals. · "Barges move 800 million tons of cargo on these waterways each year, representing 15 percent of the ton's freight for less than 2 percent of the nation's total freight cost. Yet, over half of the 270 locks making navigation possible are antiquated, well beyond their 50-year design lives. "A 15-barge grain tow moves the equivalent of 870 trucks or 225 railroad cars, but because of outmoded locks, must be broken apart to pass in smaller clusters, raising the cost of shipping and slowing deliveries," the chairman stated. "Without modern navigation systems-such as electronic charting and transponders-the vessels on our inland waterways are needlessly unsafe." Shuster concluded by saying "it is time to. begin the battle to rededicate our harbors and inland waterways trust funds so they can be used for their intended purpose to help rebuild the nation's maritime and river systems." Seafarers LOG 5 �- - - - -- - - - - - - -- Safety Directors.Scrutinize Latest Industry Happenings SIU safety directors and representatives from ports throughout the nation met last month at the Paul Hall Center and at union headquarters to tackle many of the latest issues affecting Seafarers. During the four-day conference, the officials covered myriad topics. Subjects included safety courses available at the Paul Hall Center; implementation of the 1995 amendments to the STCW convention; the center's Coast Guard-accepted training record book (TRB); shipboard inspection techniques; activities of the International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF), and much more. Participants also met with representatives of the SIU's various departments to review key procedures that impact the individual Seafarer's interactions with headquarters and the ports. Taking part in the meetings were the following safety directors and representatives: Vince Coss (San Francisco), Amancio Crespo (Puerto Rico), Frank Gill (Wilmington, Calif.), Ed Kelly (Houston), Dennis Metz (Baltimore), Joe Mieluchowski (Philadelphia), Kenny Moore (Houston), Jamie Overby (Tacoma, Wash.), Steve Ruiz (Piney Point), Armando Salazar (Jacksonville, Fla.), Jack Sheehan (New York), Becky SleeperManion (St. Louis), James Storm (Honolulu), Don Thornton (Algonac, Mich.), Pat Vandergrift (Norfolk, Va.) and Chris Westbrook (New Orleans). Paul Hall Center Health and Safety Director Jim Hanson (center in photo above and far right in photo below) leads a tour of the new Joseph Sacco Fire Fighting and Safety School. All participants earned certificates, including (from top, down, with SIU President Michael Sacco) Vince Coss, James Storm and Chris Westbrook. Safety directors and representatives taking part in the seminar meet inside a classroom at the new fire fighting school. The agenda included questionand-answer sessions with representatives of the SIU's various departments at headquarters. Left: SIU Controller Maggie Bowen (who oversees union financial records) responds to a question while Secretary-Treasurer David Heindel listens. Right (from left, facing camera): SIU Plans Administrator Lou Delma, Management Information Systems Director Wally Schmidt and Supervisor of Pension and Death Benefits Paula Werfel meet with the attendees. 6 Seafarers LOG October 1999 �~---------~------- -- - - - - -- What You Need to Know About STCW Certificates The information on this page is reprinted from previous issues of the Seafarers LOG in order to clarify which unlicensed mariners need an STCW certificate, the differences between 1978 and 1995 certificates, and how to obtain them. Who is required to carry an STCW certificate right now? Any mariner sailing in international waters who is required to hold a lifeboatman's endorsement. Any rating forming part of a navigational watch. All tanker personnel who are assigned cargo duties (such as ABs and pumpmen, for instance). Whether they carry a 1978 certificate or a 1995 certificate depends on when they entered the industry and when they may have upgraded. Who is required to carry an STCW certificate as of February 1, 2002? The main change as of that date is that watchstanding members of the engine department are required to carry a 1995 STCW certificate (as of February 1, 2002). So, the requirements apply to all watchstanding personnel (including engine department members), all tanker personnel who are assigned cargo duties, and all lifeboatmen on passenger vessels (that is, those crew members who are required to hold a lifeboat endorsement). Also, the 1978 certificate is obsolete as of February 1, 2002. If I currently must carry an STCW certificate, which one should I possess? It depends on when you began sailing and when you may have upgraded your rating. Mariners who started their sea service or training before August 1, 1998 must meet the requirements of the 1978 convention. Those individuals may carry the 1978 certificate, which expires on February 1, 2002 (regardless of when it was issued). Mariners who began their sea time or training after August 1, 1998 must meet the requirements of the 1995 STCW amendments-and, therefore, must carry a 1995 certificate. One potentially confusing issue is that it is permissible for mariners who began sailing or training before August 1, 1998 to carry a 1995 certificate, even though it's not presently required. For those individuals, the 1995 certificate supersedes the 1978 document. In other words, there is no reason to carry both. However, the 1995 document is not considered superior or more desirable for those mariners. Either one satisfies current regulations for affected ratings. Keep in mind that the 1978 certificate cannot be used on or after February 1, 2002. What if I upgraded after August 1, 1998? If you began both the required sea time for the upgrade and also the training itself after August 1, 1998, then you need a 1995 certificate . If any of the required sea time or training took place prior to August 1, 1998, then you only are required to have a 1978 certificate (though, again, you may apply for a 1995 document, provided you meet the Chapter VI requirements) . What if I applied for my first z-card after August 1, 1998 and had no prior sea time or training? You need a 1995 certificate, which would have been issued when you acquired your z-card if you satisfied the requirements of STCW Chapter VI: Basic Safety Training. How do I get an STCW certificate? Through Coast Guard regional exam centers (RECs). To get a 1995 certificate, Seafarers must present evidence of meeting the requirements of STCW Chapter VI: Basic Safety Training. These requirements are for documentation of training and assessment for personal survival techniques, fire fighting and fire prevention, elementary first aid and personal safety/social responsibility. Mariners also may apply by mail to the REC that issued their license or document. The 1995 certificate expires on the same date as the individual's z-card, regardless of when the certificate is issued. With that in mind, mariners may want to October 1999 - ~--~ United States of America l!NDORSEM!!NT ATil!S'JlNG 'IHE ISSUE OF A CERTIFICATE UNDER 'IHE PROVISIONS OF 'IHE IN'IERNATIONAL a>NVl!N110N ON STANDARDS OF TRAINING, Cl!RTIFICATION AND WATCHKEEPINO FOil SEAFAIU!llS, 1978 ~==~of the Unital Statea of America =ti&s tbot Certillcale No.wllo,.......,...bla-,,beal,--fmmd,--,...,dul...,..y-qu-,alified=· ~ill ~'":'~= ~~ JMfuJ'.Jm iDdKiiCd oltbe above eoavaiticn,"' - ill ~:x=~D:.V::..."!:..~...:~~~=~=-~fje~ LIMITATIONSAn'LYlllG lll'AMYJ CAPACll'Y consider timing their application for the 1995 certificate so it coincides with renewal of their z-card. By doing so, the 1995 certificate will be valid for five years. Rating form1ng part of 11 navigational watch Proficient in the use of survival craft What if I am an AB sailing on a tanker in international waters, but currently don't have an STCW certificate? "THIS CERTIFICATE EXPIRES 31 JANUARY 2002." No one fitting that description is supposed to sail. If you were unaware of the requirement (which dates to 1996) and somehow "slipped through the cracks," then you should immediately make arrangements to acquire your STCW certificate. What's the difference between the two certificates? 18 APR 1997 Dole of iuue ofthil endonement: The main differences are that the 1995 certificate has a space for a passport-size photo (the 1978 certificate does not); and the 1995 certificate uses descriptions that are germane to particular countries, instead of wider-ranging terminology from the International Maritime Organization. An example of the terminology differences: Under the "capacity" description, the 1995 certificate may say, "Able seaman, any waters, lifeboatman," whereas the 1978 document says "Rating forming part of a navigational watch" and "Proficient in the use of survival craft." It's also worth noting that the 1995 certificate features spaces marked "function," "level" and "limitations applying (if any)." However, these areas intentionally are left blank. They were added to the certificate solely to aid port state control officials by providing some uniformity between U.S. certificates and those used in other signatory nations. 25 AUG 1945 Dol<ol_ot ......... ot . . . . . - -.r.i.i,-- L. M. HYMAN Sipa_or,..-.or,.....DEl'T. OF TJWIS.. CO-S601 (~ sample of a 1978 certificate United States of America ENDORSEMENT ATIESTING THE ISSUE OF A CERTIFICATE UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF THE INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION ON STANDARDS OF TRAINING, CERTIFICATION AND WATCHKEEPING FOR SEAFARERS, 1978, AS AMENDED IN 1995 Tho Govenvnent of the Urited States of AmOl1ca clftilles IN! Clftiftcole No.(s) hes been issued to - - - - - -- -- who has bMn tound ciJly quollfled In IOCGOl'dance with the provisions of regulation(s) V I I 2 of the above Convention, to serve in the capacity 0t capacities Qsted below. st.Cject to any Imitations lndcaled unti _,l'-'J=UN=Ec....:2=00=3_ _ _ _ _ _. How did this all start? And why is it so confusing? This endotsement Is not valid unless acccmparied by1 valid U.S. Men:1'"'11 Mainer's llc:ensecrdocunlent. LEVEL FUNCTION STCW stands for International Convention on Standards of Training , Certification and Watchkeeping for mariners. The original STCW convention, ratified in 1978, is a multi-national agreement which sets minimum standards for certification, training and skills needed by deep-sea mariners worldwide. The U.S . didn't sign onto the original convention until 1991. At that time, the U.S. was given five years to reach total compliance. Here's where things became more complicated: In 1995, more than 100 nations-including the U.S.ratified amendments to the original convention . In some cases, the dates for compliance with the original pact and the amendments overlapped. Essentially, that is how the U.S. ended up with two different STCW certificates (not to mention other requirements). Tho lawfU holder of U"is ~ent may ssve in CAPACITY the fellowing capacity arcapacities ._;fled. LIMITATIONS APPLYING (IF ANY) ABLE SEAMAN, AN Y WATERS LIE'EBOATMAN BASIC SAFET Y TRAINING ,AN D INSTRUCTION COMPL ET E D 11 DECEMBER 19 98. Endorsement No.: issued on l 7 FEBRUARY 1999 U. S. Coast Guard Marine Safety Office Regional Examination Center 455 Commercial Street Boston , MA 02109-1045 Phone: (617) 223-3040 U.S. Coast Guard Marine Safety Office Regional Examination Center _ __ photo C J B IDWEL L (Embo5$0fftdolSealabovettnline. Contact your nearest REC, your port agent or the Paul Hall Center. You also may check the Coast Guard's STCW web site, located at: http://www.uscg.mil/stcw/ U.S. Coast Guard Regional Examination Center U.S. Custom House 40 South Gay Street Baltimore, MD 21202-4022 Phone: (410) 962-5132 _ DEPT. OF TRANS .• CG 561 1 (10-96) I have more questions. U.S. Coast Guard Marine Safety Office Regional Examination Center 510 L Street, Suite 100 Anchorage, AK 99501-1946 Phone: (907) 271-6736 at =HO~ US~ TO~N_ 22 NOVE MBE R 5 3 OateotbUtholtheholderoftheCf1111ficate Signature of ca1ifiall• - U.S. Coast Guard Marine Safety Office Regional Examination Center Bldg. 14, Rm . 109, Coast Guard Isl. Alameda, CA 94501-5100 Phone: (510) 437-3092 LIMITATIONS APPLYING (IF ANY) T) sample of a 1995 certificate with space for photo U.S. Coast Guard Regional Exam Centers (Updated as of 9/30/99) 196 Tradd Street Charleston , SC 29401-1899 Phone: (843) 724-7693 U. S. Coast Guard Marine Safety Office Regional Examination Center 433 Ala Moana Blvd . Honolulu, HI 96813-4909 Phone: (808) 522-8264 U.S. Coast Guard Reg ional Examination Center 8876 Gulf Freeway, Suite 200 Houston , TX 77017-6595 Phone: (713) 948-3350 U.S. Coast Guard Regional Examination Center 2760 Sherwood Lane, Suite 2A Juneau, AK 99801-8545 Phone: (907) 463-2458 U.S. Coast Guard Marine Safety Ofc Regional Examination Center 165 N. Pico Avenue Long Beach , CA 90802 Phone: (562) 980-4485 U.S. Coast Guard Marine Safety Office Memphis Regional Examination Center 200 Jefferson Ave., Suite 1302 Memphis, TN 38103 Phone: (901) 544-3297 U.S. Coast Guard Regional Examination Center Claude Pepper Federal Building 51 SW. 1st Ave , 6th Floor Miami, FL 33130-1608 Phone: (305) 536-6548/6874 U.S. Coast Guard Marine Safety Office Regional Examination Center 9820 Lake Forest Blvd, Suite P New Orleans, LA 70127-3077 Phone: (504) 589-6183 U.S. Coast Guard Activities New York Regional Examination Center Battery Park Building New York, NY 10004-8545 Phone: (212) 668-7492 U.S. Coast Guard Marine Safety Office Regional Examination Center 6767 North Basin Avenue Portland, OR 97217-3992 Phone: (503) 240-9346 U.S. Coast Guard Marine Safety office Regional Examination Center 1519 Alaskan Way South Seattle, WA 98134-1192 Phone: (206) 217-6115 U.S . Coast Guard Marine Safety Office Regional Examination Center 1222 Spruce Street, Suite 8.104E St. Louis, MO 63103-2835 Phone: (314) 539-3091 U.S. Coast Guard Regional Examination Center Federal Building , Room 501 234 Summit Street Toledo, OH 43604-1590 Phone: (419) 259-6395 Seafarers LOB 7 �Conveyorman Comse Highlights Paul Hall Center's Adaptability Seafarer Norman Guild Creates Specialty Class The Paul Hall Center's adaptability and a Seafarer's drive were highlighted earlier this year by a special conveyorman course conducted at the Piney Point, Md. campus. Longtime SIU member and conveyorman Norman Guildsupported by school and union officials and representatives from SIU-contracted American Steamship Company (ASC}created and taught the three-week class. Eight students who sail on the Great Lakes completed it. Paul Hall Center representatives point to the course, which took place in March, as illustrating how the school routinely offers specially designed training for specific ratings and SIU-contracted companies throughout the industry. Since it opened in 1967, the center has offered numerous on-site and specialty courses. Recent examples include safety training aboard the passenger vessels SS Independence and Mississippi Queen, and on Great Lakes Towing tugboats; tankerman training for Crowley boatmen in Jacksonville, Fla.; and a special AB course in Piney Point for Great Lakes members. The school this year also has produced numerous ship-specific safety videotapes to help SIUcontracted vessels in the U.S. Military Sealift Command fleet in complying with various new regulations. "Specialty courses and on-site training are big parts of what the school offers," noted Don Nolan, vice president of the Paul Hall Center. "We constantly encourage SIU members and contracted companies to take advantage of those opportunities." Guild, who joined the SIU in 1972, took it a step further. When he first noticed a need for additional relief conveyormen on the Lakes, "my first inclination, like anybody else, was, 'Why don't they find somebody? Whose responsibility is it?'" Seeing an opportunity for formal training that would benefit all concerned, Guild tackled the issue. He suggested the class to ASC and the SIU, then meticulously developed the curriculum during the ensuing 15 months. Altogether, he wrote and compiled a half-dozen instructional manuals for the class, totaling nearly 1,000 pages. He also utilized instructional videotape that he shot while sailing aboard ASC vessels as well as videotapes already available at the Paul Hall Center. "I remembered some important things from the first time I went to the school, which was 1984, on a towboat operator's scholarship," recalled Guild, who most recently sailed on ASC 's H. Lee White. "They offered a developmental studies course that taught people how to study, how to take notes, how to use resources in the library. That gave me the basis for putting together my books for the conveyorman 's course. "I also remember in 1984 feeling overwhelmed at first, because there was so much material. But something I learned then, still holds true: You might not need every last bit of information in a manual, but the most important information you need is probably in there somewhere." The wide-ranging duties of a conveyorman necessitated a broad curriculum that included Upgrader Touts School Agugliaro Cites Center's 'Positive Impact' Editors note: John Agugliaro recently upgraded at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education, located in Piney Point, Md. He offered the following thoughts on his time at the school. Upon recently upgrading at the Paul Hall Center, I found that not only does our membership upgrade, but our programs do as well. The SIU and the school continue to meet the challenges of new standards for today's mariners. I completed the certified chief cook course. It benefited me and undoubtedly can assist any member interested in attaining that endorsement. The program is taught by a team of chefs. Each individual offers something special and unique toward our training. At the helm is John Hetmanski. He covers leadership skills as well as proper galley operations. Chef John Dobson is the lab instructor, focusing on the fundamentals of cooking, combined with practical cooking skills. Chef Shannon Twigg also teaches in the practical setting of the galley operation, specializing in proper cooking techniques and recipes. Combined, they form a balanced team that always is available for instruction and guidance. B Seafarers LOG As students, we are privileged to also have available to us a "hall of fame" chef-Romeo Lupinacci. Under Chef Romeo's tutelage, we learn the finer points of culinary skills. Chef Romeo's availability is unwavering toward the students, whether we seek instruction or brotherhood. Without a doubt, all the instructors help us become the best-trained cooks in the maritime industry. The school's facilities are nothing short of state-of-the-art. At the culinary lab, substantial investment has been made to ensure that students have an equal balance of classroom accommodations as well as individual, fully equipped cooking stations. The classroom looks like a college setting, with overhead mirrors to enhance cooking demonstrations. And, the galley has the most modem equipment available, with plenty of preparation space. Altogether, the facilities are very conducive to cooking and learning. The curriculum is fundamentally sound. There are six modules of training, covering all aspects of shipboard cooking -including the very important sanitation module. SIU member Norman Guild (left) makes a point to fellow member Andrew Nowak during the conveyorman course. Guild wrote the curriculum and taught the three-week class at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education. hands-on training, he explained. "In that job, you have to be ready 24 hours a day. You maintain all of the ship's loading equipment, you keep log books for maintenance and payroll records. Every day it's a different "How many other schools offer people an almost immediate chance to significantly increase their income?" -Seafarer Norman Guild thing- working on winches, greasing equipment, measuring and laying out wear-plates, cleaning the boat. ... "Your ship may go from hauling coal to inspected stone, which is going from black to brilliant white," he continued. "If you don't have clean cargo spaces, a contaminated load potentially exists, and a great expense to the company. To that end, the machinery requires extremely careful maintenance and monitoring." The topics in the three-week class reflect that diversity. They included everything from convey- One overall lesson I learned is that proper care and appreciation of food will yield a good product. It's important to note that the Paul Hall Center offers additional educational assistance to anyone who is interested. The instructors are available to students after class, every day. The Paul Hall Memorial Library contains videotapes of all lesson plans that may be viewed in the privacy of our rooms. And the academic department offers tutoring and responds to students' special needs. Overall, the extended educational assistance offered by the staff reveals a committed group that is dedicated to the success of all students. During my studies, I met the new graduates of the most recent recertified steward program. They shared their experiences and encouraged us to move up the ladder in the steward department. They also shared their philosophy of teamwork and brotherhood. Collectively, they said that if you are willing to work hard and learn, you will be successful. I think they are an excellent example of professionalism, brotherhood and the value of upgrading. In summary, the certified chief cook program is on course to meet the new challenges and requirements for mariners interested in a career with the steward department. It has had a positive impact on me, and I look forward to using this newly acquired knowledge in my job. or system components to limited welding, and from electrical troubleshooting to hatch crane maintenance and much more. Students reacted positively to the class, as did ASC. Guild received the company's first "innovator" award based in part on his initiative with the course. "But whatever credit there is, it should be spread around," Guild insisted. "Everyone at the school bent over backwards to help me, especially Jane LesCallett in the print shop. The company also provided tools to make this happen, and I got a lot of support from (SIU Port Agent) Tim Kelley and (SIU Representative) Don Thornton in Algonac (Mich.). They had faith and trust that I could put this together." Guild also credited the late conveyorman Luciene Landerville, who created special tools that were used in the class. Overall, Guild said his most recent experience at Piney Point reinforced his belief that upgrading is essential for SIU members. "The frrst time I went, it was a nine-week course," he pointed out. "That took a commitment, but it was an opportunity to advance and a great value. It was geared toward teaching me what I need to know to improve my lot in life, and it's the same way today. "How many other schools offer classes that give people an almost immediate chance to significantly increase their income?" Certified Chief Cook John Agugliaro recommends upgrading at the Paul Hall Center. My time at the school also gave me the confidence that I can be efficient as a newly certified chief cook. Completing the class broadened my horizons for better opportunities at sea. I highly recommend this course to all my brothers and sisters interested in achieving success in the steward department. I would like to give special thanks to Don Nolan, vice president of the school, for his support of the students and the program. I also thank the team of chefs and Chef Romeo Lupinacci. October 1999 �Be All That You Can Bel Upgrade! Editors' note: Henry W. Gamp has been a member of the SIU since 1974 and a frequent contributor to the Seafarers LOG. He wrote this article last month with the hope that it will inspire some of the union s younger members to keep upgrading and improving their fatures. My thoughts are primarily directed toward you younger men and women searching for your career path through the maze we call the Maritime Industry, be it deep sea or inland. As we look around, we see all types of changes taking place. It is essential that we upgrade, train and keep pace with these changes if we wish to hold onto the better jobs to provide financial security for our families and ourselves. Just to cite a few examples of change: I began working on tugboats in 1970 as a deckhand. Believe it or not, tugboat operators weren't required to hold USCG licenses at that time. Whistle signals were used, and the VHF radio and channel 13 bridge-to-bridge communications were not yet mandatory All tugboats carried a cook, except for a few harbor boats. Many harbors had a light sheen of oil floating on the surface, and ships routinely "butterworthed" their tanks, pumping the residue overboard on coastwise runs. Let me tell you how important upgrading has been in my life and career: In 1974, I attended the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship in Piney Point, Md. for the first time. I enrolled in a course for a limited master's license with an oceans endorsement. At the time, I was supporting my mother and two children. To make it financially feasible, I made a few sacrifices. I took my vacation time to correspond with the course schedule and went to the bank to borrow additional money. I was treating my education as an investment in my future, and believe me, it paid off many times over! Within a year of acquiring my master's license, I found ajob as a mate with a major shipdocking company in Baltimore, nearly doubling my previous salary. Most tugboat captains/mates held only a "grandfathered" tugboat operators license. I now held a superior license to more than 90 percent of my contemporaries. Only two months after changing jobs, there was a strike that lasted more than two months. I took advantage of this "dead" time and went back to the union's school again. This time I was self-studying for my first class pilot's license for Baltimore Harbor. When the strike was over, I was a licensed federal pilot. The following summer, when vacation time came around, the company was short on By Captain Henry W. Gamp In the early 1980s, Gamp pilots a 791-foot RO/RO into Dundalk Marine Terminal in Baltimore, Md. captains (in Baltimore at that time, tug captains also served as docking pilots). I was able to fill in, and this eventually doubled my salary again! Due to another strike, my job in Baltimore was eliminated. At that time, working within a few square miles day after day, I never would have imagined that someday I would be sailing as mate aboard a 586-foot articulated tug barge unit which operated anywhere between Venezuela and Canada. However, by preparing, studying and upgrading, I had qualified myself to move into this and other related jobs. I currently have 279 charts to keep corrected, so a good bit of my time is spent with charts. I work up passage plans, ETAs and noon reports. Also, for those areas on which I hold pilotage, I frequently serve as pilot, saving my company this expense. When in port, while the tankermen are loading or discharging cargo and the engineer is fueling the tug, I might sign a DOI and fuel the barge or relieve the tankerman in order for him to take a break. Other times, I might prepare a meal. When I am not docking or sailing the unit, I sometimes go on deck to operate the bow thruster or give a hand with lines. Other times, I help with maintenance. The duties of a mate or captain have greatly expanded over time and the paperwork trail grows longer. With reduced crew sizes, it is easy to see that every- one needs to pitch in from time to time and have the knowledge and understanding of all shipboard jobs. Had I not taken the time to go to the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School back in 1974, I would be working as a deckhand today- an honorable and necessary profession- but I would have missed out on many exciting and financially rewarding adventures, not to mention a certain freedom and flexibility to pick those opportunities I chose to experience. Over the years, I have continued attending various schools to improve my skills and, at the same time, upgrade my license and endorsements. So often you hear from negative people who refuse to "pull" themselves up and don't want you to get ahead of them! Ignore them and be all that you can be, make the most of yourself. The Paul Hall Center's Lundeberg School is a valuable resource. Smooth sailing! Calm winds with a following sea! Sailing as chief mate, Gamp helps the deck crew paint portions of the vessel. As a pilot, Gamp uses skills he learned at Piney Point: working at the chart table in the wheelhouse (left) and (above) checking the radar screen to acquire a distant target using the ARPA feature . Capt. Gamp pilots a Venezuelan training ship, the Simon Bolivar, during "Operation Sail 1986." October 1999 In 1974, Gamp attended the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School for the first time, completing the limited masters of oceans course. On a training ship at the school are, from left, David Domac, Henry Gamp, Lesley Collier, Mike Dourty, Al Dourty and CDR John Lykes (instructor). AB Jeffrey A. Lagana is the first Seafarer to earn his Nautical Science Technology Certificate from the Paul Hall Center after successfully completing a series of job-related and academic courses. The cer.. tificate is issued to those ' who want to continue their education but have not decided to proceed to an associate's or bachelor's degree. SIU President Michael Sacco presents Lagana with his certificate. With the pair are (from the left) Instructor Peggy Densford, Paul Hall Center VP Don Nolan, Allan Lagana (Jeff's father) and Academic Dept. Coordinator Ed Fitzgerald. Seafarers LOG 9 �Paul Hall Center Takes Fire Fighting on the River With the Delta Queen Steamboat Company vessel in the background, crew members take turns extinguishing different types of fires. Above: Eric Morgan puts out a flammable liquids blaze. Below: Under the guidance of Alan K. Johnson, first mate on the Mississippi Queen, the emergency squad prepares to enter the "fire area." On-site training is a big part of what the Paul Hall Center offers its members and contracted companies. In New Orleans, for example, Delta Queen Steamboat Co. takes advantage of the school's onsite educational opportunities several times a year for its boats (Delta Queen, Mississippi Queen and American Queen) in fire fighting, first aid, CPR and damage control. Paul Hall Center instructor Anthony Hammett recently conducted fire fighting training for the deck crew aboard the Mississippi Queen. The week-long course covered the theory of fire, fire prevention, different types of fires and methods to extinguish them, as well as the use of breathing apparatus and protective clothing. Seasoned crew members as well as new hires alike had plenty of hands-on practice, as the accompanying photos illustrate. Above: Robert Deluca (left) and Danny Engle, deckhands aboard the Mississippi Queen, "gear up" for a fire drill conducted during recent training aboard the paddlewheeler. Crew Sees the World Aboard S-L Innovator From Long Beach, Calif. back to Long Beach is a 70day voyage for the crew of the Sea-Land Innovator. Calling on ports in the Far East such as Shanghai, China; Yokohama, Japan; and Pusan, South Korea, the containership also travels through the Panama Canal to Freeport, Bahamas and then to the Gulf and East Coasts before returning to Long Beach. For the crew members who sail the Sea-Land Innovator, it is a great opportunity to see the world! GSU Fernando Onativia (left) and DEU Jose Gamboa enjoy the camaraderie aboard the Sea-Land containership. 10 Seafarers LOB Unlicensed Apprentice Eric Fowler gets his taste of shipboard life. While traversing the Panama Canal, AB Dave Brown continues his maintenance tasks. Antonio Pizzuto, chief cook aboard the Sea-Land Innovator, knows the importance of a wellfed crew on these long voyages. October 1999 �SIU waiters and waitresses aboard the SS Independence anticipate every dining need at a gala luncheon celebrating the vessel's 1,oooth sailing last August. Included in this photo are Reynaldo Ricarte, Josie Barcelo, Curtis Pollard, Stephanie Agena, Speros Mookas and Roy Martinez. The OM/ Columbia gets a fresh coat of paint by members of the deck department. Above left is AB Kathy Chester; above right are ABs Stephen Votta (left) and Randy Senatore. It's payoff day aboard the Perseverance in Yabucoa, Puerto Rico. Smiling faces abound among these crew members on the lnterocean Ugland Management tanker. From left are ABs Roy Rivera, Luis Escalante and Gregorio Ortiz. When a ship crosses the equator, a shellback initiation is held for Unlicensed Apprentice Martin all first-time crossers (polywogs). Such was the case aboard the Vargas has --already worked in USNS Gilliland on July 16. A good time was had by all, including the deck and engine departthe polywogs who were inducted into the realm of King Neptune. ments. Here, aboard the El Posing for a group photo are (from left, kneeling) LSI contractor Morro, he gets his hands wet on Jeff Miller, Chief Cook Wadsworth Jarrel, OS Ahmed Sultan , (sechis last rotation in the steward ond row) QMED John Fernandez, Wiper Korron Richardson, LSI department. contractor Harry Averill, AB James Orlanda, OS Martha Wall and Second Mate Mike Novak. ~~...---.............:--."7:'17-r------......---cr:-r-~..,.,.....~~ I. • f I"' •••1 The Liberty Spirit was fortunate to have two unlicensed apprentices aboard recently, doing their rotation in the deck department. Manuel Oliveras (above) and Alvin Clark both seemed to enjoy their tasks. The appearance of the engine room aboard the Sea-Land Discovery has improved dramatically in the last five months, according to the ship's first engineer, Nicholas Priscu, and is due almost entirely to the efforts of Oiler Ricky Arroyo, Oiler Mark Failauga, Oiler Michael Wilkerson , Engine Maintenance Mel Sison and Wiper Luke Failauga. "Working with professionals is a privilege and a pleasure," he told the Seafarers LOG. October 1999 Seafarers LOG 11 �Delta Queen Named 'Ship of the Year' By Historical Society The SIU-crewed Delta Queen, a National Historic Landmark, has been named "Ship of the Year" by the Steamship Historical Society of America. "The Delta Queen is the last operating steamboat of her era and is one of the most historic vessels in the world," said William duBarry, president of the society. ''No other vessel that is still operating in the United States is as historically important as she is. Our members appreciate the commitment that The Delta Queen Steamboat Co. has made in preserving her for the enjoyment of current and future passengers." The Delta Queen was launched on the Sacramento River in 1927 and offered overnight service between Sacramento and San Francisco until 1940. When the Great Depression brought an end to her trips, the U.S. Navy leased the Delta Queen as a troops barracks and then a shuttle for servicemen traveling to and from ships in San Francisco Bay. At the war's end, the Delta Queen was auctioned to Captain Tom Greene, president of Cincinnati's Greene Line Steamers (now The Delta Queen Steamboat Co. of New Orleans). In 1947, he brought the Delta Queen on a 5,200-mile journey from the West The SIU-crewed Delta Queen, an authentic steam paddlewheeler which was launched on the Sacramento River in 1927, was named "Ship of the Year" by the Steamship Historical Society of America. Coast to the Mississippi River system, where she resumed service as a vacation boat. Today, the authentic steam paddlewheeler and her newer 1 Loya/1 Crew Helps Navy Aboard T-AGOS Ship Smooth sailing aboard the SIU-crewed USNS Loyal was reported when the oceanographic surveillance ship recently paid off in Portsmouth, Va. (only days before Hurricane Floyd pounded that area). The 235-foot vessel, operated by Maersk Line Limited, is part of a "special missions program" conducted by the U.S. Military Sealift Command. The data it gathers is used to aid the U.S. Navy. "The collected data helps to improve technology in undersea warfare and enemy ship detection," notes MSC. "The oceanographic and hydrographic survey ships' multi-beam, wide-angle precision sonar systems make it possible to continuously chart a broad strip of ocean floor." Taking care of business on the deck are (from left) Pat Vandergrift, SIU safety director in the port of AB Sofronio Adenic, OS Ivan Boyd, AB Steven Norfolk, provided the accompanying photos. Thomas, OS Louis Creekmur and Bosun C.E. Brady. SIU-crewed sisters, the Mississippi Queen and the American Queen, visit the nation's heartland and the Old South on three- to 14night cruises. For more information, call The Delta Queen Steamboat Co. tollfree at 800-543-1949 or visit the company's web site at: www. deltaqueen.com. Are You ReceivinLfl Your Important · ? In order to ensure that each active SIU member and pensioner receives a copy of the Seafarers LOG every month-as well as other important mail such as W-2 forms, pension and health insurance checks and bulletins or notices-a correct home address must be on file with the union. If you have moved recently or feel that you are not getting your union mail, please use the form on this page to update your home address. Your home address is your permanent address, and this is where all official union documents will be mailed (unless otherwise specified). If you are getting more than one copy of the LOG delivered to you, if you have changed your address, or if your name or address is misprinted or incomplete, please fill out the form and send it to: Seafarers International Union Address Correction Dept. 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 r---------------------------------, HOME ADDRESS FORM 10199 (Please Print) Name: - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Phone No.: _(.:..___ _c_)_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Address: Social Security No.: Pictured in the galley are (photo above left) Steward/Baker Peter Francisco (left) and Chief Cook John Agugliaro, and (above right) Francisco with SA Mario Ordonez. At right is Bosun C.E. Brady. Book No.: D Other _ _ _ __ D Active SIU D Pensioner This will be my permanent address for all official union mailings. This address should remain in the union file unless otherwise changed by me pf!rsonally. L---------------------------------~ ITF Ship Welcomes Visitor No. 500,000 Global Mariner Continues Worldwide Voyage; ITF Sets European Action vs. Runaway Flags The International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) exhibition ship Global Mariner, entering the final quarter of its 20-month worldwide voyage, recently welcomed aboard visitor number 500,000. The vessel calls attention to the ITF's campaign against runaway-flag shipping. "The ITF has been overwhelmed by the number of people coming on board to visit the exhibition. The success of the Global Mariner has exceeded all expectations," said Mark Dickinson, ITF assistant general secretary. "However, the campaign's success is not judged by numbers alone," he continued. "The ship's presence creates an indelible impact which gives a tremendous boost to the work of national unions." The 500,000th visitor, a teenager, and her family were presented with gifts from the Global Mariner in Mumbai, India on September 19. 12 Seafarers LOG Composed of more than 500 transportrelated unions worldwide, including the SIU, the ITF also recently announced "a week-long assault on flags of convenience and substandard shipping" in Europe, scheduled for September 27 to October 1. Boycotts and demonstrations are planned, along with ITF inspectors "boarding any vessel they believe to be operating outside the law." The organization noted that, in a similar action two years ago, almost 600 vessels were checked by ITF inspectors across the continent-and more than $1.5 million in back pay owed to mariners was recovered. "The campaign is designed not only to draw attention to the evils of the (runawayflag) system, which allows unscrupulous shipowners to pay low wages, ignore health and safety standards and avoid taxes, but also to provide essential practi- cal assistance to mariners who may have been abandoned thousand of miles from home, may be owed wages or are working on unsafe ships," Dickinson explained. "Substandard shipping costs lives, and vessels registered under runaway flags account for the lion's share of shipboard accidents, environmental pollution and losses at sea." Seafarers visited the ITF Global Mariner earlier in its tour, when the vessel docked in San Juan, P.R. Among those pictured on deck are Clive Steward, Sabino Pacheco, Ramon Ayala, Angel O'Neill, Eusebio Gonzalez, George Koulouris, Hector Sanchez, Rodney Passapera, Ruben Velez, Jorge Soler, Jose Canales, Roberto Candelario, Guillermo Grajales, Steven De Jesus, Roberto Lopez, Reinaldo Roman, Antonio De Jesus, David Gordius, Carlos Parrilla Sr., Claudio Del Carmen, Carlos Sanchez, Tony Rosa, Carlos Parrilla Jr., SIU Port Agent Victor Nunez, SIU Safety Director Amancio Crespo and SIU Representative Steve Ruiz. October 1999 �-_..._~. The Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education, located in Piney Point, Md., offers a wide range of vocational studies as well as academic courses. Featuring everything from entry-level training to the most advanced curriculums, the school welcomes Seafarers from all segments of the industry. This summer, the Paul Hall Center celebrated the opening of the Joseph Sacco Fire Fighting and Safety School-a unique, state-of-the-art facility located near the main campus. The new school replicates shipboard conditions, including various types of blazes that are germane to vessels. This helps provide students with realistic training. Additionally, the Paul Hall Center, which opened in 1967, has a proud history of offering basic academic support for students who choose to utilize it. Collegelevel studies also are available. For a list of upcoming classes at the Paul Hall Center, please see page 21. Additional information about the courses and the school is featured on the internet at: http://www.seafarers.org LEFT AND ABOVE: The Hagglund crane offers valuable hands-on training for students at the Piney Point, Md. facility. The crane is used in several classes. TOP: During the damage control portion of the government vessels course, students learn effective emergency repair techniques. MIDDLE: Delving into the code of federal regulations covering LNG ships are Seafarer John Thompson (left) and instructor Russ Levin. BOTIOM: Taking advantage of the GED program are Seafarers (seated, from left) Saundra Leonard and Shannon Bonefont. Standing are instructors Peggy Densford (left) and Joan Miles. Professional interaction between steward department upgraders such as Dang Rashidi (right) and galley instructors like John Hetmanski helps Seafarers maximize their learning experience. Ot:tober 1999 A major addition to the Paul Hall Center is the Joseph Sacco Fire Fighting and Safety School, which opened this summer. Among the courses taught at the new school are basic and advanced fire fighting, confined space safety training, first aid and CPR and others. ABOVE AND INSET: Students in the AB course get valuable time at the wheel aboard the training vessel Osprey, one of several instructional boats located at the school. Sometimes hands-on training takes place beyond the campus. Here, unlicensed apprentices learn aboard the SIU-crewed USNS Capella while the vessel was docked in Baltimore. Seafarers LOG 13 �Good Net111s In Y2K. • • 0 American Home Foods Mapo; Wbeat.eena General Mills Basic 4 Corn Flakes; Boo Berry; Bran Chex; Quaker Raisins, Low Fat Granola, Low Fat Granola with Raisins, Muselix Raisin & Almond Crunch. Tuasted Brown Sugar Squares); Just Right (fruit & nut and with Crunch Nuggets); Marshmallow Blasted Froot Loops; Nut & Honey Crunch; Nut & Honey Crunch O's: Nutrl-Grain (Almond Raisin, Golden Wheat, Golden Wheat & Raisin); Product 19; Raisin Bran; Raisin Bran Crunch; Raisin Squares Mini-Wheats ; Rice Krisples (plain , frosted , Apple Cinnamon. Treats) ; Smacks; Smart Start; Snack Pack ; Special K; Strawberry Squares; Strawberry Squares Mini-Wheats Gralnfield's: Wbeetabix Nabisco Miscellaneous , Cheerios; (plain, Apple Cinnamon. Honey Frosted, Honey Nut. and MultiGrain); Cinnamon Toast Crunch; Clusters; Cocoa Puffs; Cookie Crisp; Count Chocula; Country Corn Flakes; Corn Chex; Fiber One; Frankenberry; Golden Grahams; Kaboom; Klx; Lucky Charms; Raisin Bran Nut; Rice Chex; Tutal (regular, raisin bran and corn flakes); Trix; Wheat Hearts hot cereal; Wheat Cbex; Wheaties (frosted and plain) Cream of Wheat Kellog gs Post All-Bran (plain, Bran Buds, Extra Fiber); Apple Jacks; Apple Cinnamon Squares Mini-Wheats ; Blueberry Squares; Breakfast Mates; Cocoa Frosted Flakes; Cocoa Krlsples; Complete Bran Flakes; Complete Oat Bran Flakes; Complete Wheat Bran Flakes; Corn Flakes; Corn Pops; Cracklln' Oat Bran; Crispix; Froot Loops; Frost.ed Flakes; Frosted MiniWh ea ts (regular and bite size) ; Healthy Choice (Almond Crunch with Alpha-Bits (plain and marshmallow); Blueberry Morning; Bran Flakes; Fruit n' Fibre; Fruity Pebbles; Grape Nuts; Great Grains; Honey Bunches of Oats (plain, with Almonds and with Graham); Honeycomb: Oreo Os; Post Tuastles; Super Golden Crisp Apple Zaps: Cap·n Crunch; Cinnamon Toasted Oatmeal Squares: Cocoa Blast; Fruitangy Obs; Harvest Oat Flakes (plain and with apples); Honey Dlpps; Honey Graham Ohs ; King Vitamin: Life; Marshmallow Safari ; Oatmeal; Quaker 10096 Natural Cereal: Quaker 10096 Low Fat Natural Cereal; Quisp; Sweet Crunch; Tuasted Oatmeal (plain, honey and nut); Tuasted Oatmeal Squares Wheetabix Betty Crocker Muffin Mixes; Betty Crocker Pancake Mix; Betty Crocker Special Muffin Mixes; Carnation breakfast bars; Washington Pancake Mix; Raga Muffins; Indian Head Cornmeal; Mrs. Crutchfield Muffin Mix; Lender's bagels; Nutri-Graln cereal bars (all navors); Rice Krisples Treats (squares and Chocolate Chip Squares); Pop-Tarts; Eggo Frozen Waffles (all flavors and configurations); Chewy Granola Bars (all ftavors); Pop-Tarts (all ftavors and configurations); Quaker Oats Rice Cakes; Menu Magic Instant breakfast; Brooklyn Bagel; Cbex Mixes (Tradlt.ional, Cheddar, Bold, Hot'N Spicy) Per5onal Greeting5 for Holiday /55ue of the LOG As has been done in past years, this December's edition of the Seafarers LOG will include the everpopular holiday greetings from active and retired Seafarers and their fam ilies to other members of the seafaring community and their families. To ensure that your holiday message is published, please follow the instructions below: D PRINT or TYPE (in 25 words or less) the message in the space provided. Photographs also are welcome. (Please print-if we cannot read your message, it will not be included.) D Be sure your greeting is in the holiday spirit. D Do not send more than three entries per person. (This form may be reproduced.) D Be sure to include your name as well as the name of the person to whom you are sending the greeting. (Your name is necessary since the notices are listed alphabetically by the sender's last name.) Include your phone number in case there are any questions. D The holiday greetings must be received no later than Monday, November 15, 1999. D Send your entries to the Seafarers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. You also may FAX copies directly to the LOG at (301) 702-4407. Additionally, forms may be filled out in any union hall and turned in to the official at the counter-or may be given to the boarding patrolman during a vessel's payoff. The holiday greetings section of the December LOG is a favorite feature for many, so be sure to get your message in on t ime. HOLIDAY MESSAGE (Please Print) To: From: Sender's Telephone Number: of Seaccording to farers. provided by T h e Department of Edu$15 , 000 cation, more than 12 million college students enrolled in undergrad- ~==111 scholarships uate studies in the 1996-97 will be paid school year. And the cost per year of at a rate of$ 3,750 per year over attending college was anywhere a four-year period. The $6,000 from $2,257 for a two-year pub- awards are paid at a rate of lic school to $22,533 for a four- $3,000 per year. The first stop in finding out year private institution. Now, two years later and more about the scholarship proalmost into the new millennium, gram and application process is those figures continue to in- to send away for the Seafarers crease. Competition remains Scholarship Program booklet. great, but the financial outlay The booklet contains all the necinvolved is exorbitant and way essary information a prospective student will need to complete the out of the reach of many. The Seafarers Welfare Plan application. To receive a copy of understands that education this guide, fill out the coupon at should be made available to the bottom of this page and return everyone to pursue their goals. In it to the address listed on the 1952, it established a scholarship form. Once the scholarship booklet program to help qualified members and their dependents finance has been received, applicants their college and vocational edu- should then check the eligibility cations. This program continues information and, if they are eligito thrive and is now taking appli- ble, should start collecting other cations for the 2000 program, paperwork which must be subwhich will award seven monetary mitted along with the full appligrants to three SIU members and cation by the April 15, 2000 four dependents. All Seafarers deadline. These items include tranand their spouses and children scripts and certificates of graduawho plan to attend college are encouraged to complete a schol- tion, letters of recommendation, a arship application. The deadline photograph of the applicant and a for submission of all required certified copy of his or her birth certificate. paperwork is April 15, 2000. Since the scholarship awards Of the seven scholarships, three are reserved for SIU mem- are made primarily on the basis bers. One is in the amount of of high school grades and the $15,000 to be used to help cover scores of either College Entrance the costs of attending a four-year, Examination Boards (SAT) or college-level course of study. The American College Tests (ACT), other two are for $6,000 each and arrangements should be made to are intended as two-year awards take these exams no later than for study at a post-secondary February 2000 to ensure the vocational school or community results reach the scholarship selection committee in time to be college. Four scholarships are awarded evaluated. Let the Seafarers Welfare Plan in the amount of $15,000 to the spouses and dependent children help you make the most of Y2K. A _.j r--------------------------------------------------, lease send me the 2000 SIU Scholarship Program booklet Message: P which contains eligibility information, procedures for applying and a copy of the application form. Name _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ _ __ _ __ Mariner's Social Security Number _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Street Address City, State, Zip Code _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Telephone Number Check the block which describes your status with the SIU: D Active Seafarer 0- Retired Seafarer D D Family Member of Active Seafarer Family Member of Retired Seafarer Other:~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~10/99 This application is for: D Self D Dependent Mail this completed form to Scholarship Program, Seafarers Welfare Plan, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746 10/99 L---- - -------------- - - - -- - --- - --------------- - -----~ 14 Seafarers LOS October 1999 �Dispatchers' Report for Deep Sea AUGUST 16 *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Totals 26 16 6 15 6 7 6 1 3 8 5 8 9 5 9 13 6 15 8 9 18 31 2l 26 6 18 9 14 18 8 3 12 6 22 9 13 32 l 2 2 9 2 9 4 12 3 9 6 5 1 233 144 9 4 Totals 15 0 5 4 7 3 19 12 9 15 6 5 11 1 11 4 3 8 5 8 14 5 Totals 3 183 116 **REGISTERED ON BEACH AU Groups Class A Class B Class C 4 10 2 12 5 8 4 0 3 3 3 3 15 3 I 0 0 4 4 1 2 0 75 5 8 28 l3 51 21 12 5 lO 31 11 3 37 49 19 15 13 0 8 18 11 13 Mobile .................... Wednesday: November 17, Dec. 15 3 2 10 3 New Bedford ..........Tuesday: November 23, December 21 172 106 8 4 1 10 4 3 59 71 383 0 3 0 0 4 2 0 4 1 8 3 4 7 5 3 9 5 Duluth ..................... Wednesday: November 17, Dec. 15 Honolulu ................. Friday: November 19, December 17 Houston .................. Monday: November 15, December 13 Jacksonville ............Friday: November 12* (*change creaJed by Veterans Day holiday) Thursday, December 9 Jersey City .............. Wednesday: November 24, Dec. 22 New Orleans ...........Tuesday: November 16, December l 4 New York. ...............Tuesday: November 9, December 7 Norfolk ...................Friday: November 12* (*change created by Veterans Day holiday) 23 l 6 9 14 11 25 22 13 22 15 2 3 9 8 11 18 9 10 9 5 9 8 2 5 0 0 4 2 5 6 Thursday: December 9 Philadelphia ............ Wednesday: November 10, Dec. 8 San Francisco .........Thursday: November 18, December 16 San Juan .................. Friday: November 12* (*change created by Veterans Day holiday) Thursday, December 9 1 3 3 St. Louis ................. Friday: November 19, December 17 Tacoma ................... Friday: November 26, December 24 1 0 38 188 121 36 Personals STEWARD DEPARTMENT 14 6 0 4 0 1 5 0 0 22 5 5 10 I 0 I 0 4 GUILLERMO PEDROZA 2 8 0 5 4 2 3 1 2 3 0 8 6 16 0 11 16 9 19 1 9 8 3 2 1 0 0 31 2 3 2 3 2 2 2 5 I 3 1 0 0 139 58 0 30 2 0 113 34 5 1 0 25 l 4 0 0 16 4 8 2 5 0 2 4 2 0 2 1 5 0 7 0 0 0 0 2 9 0 10 5 0 0 0 19 42 ENTRY DEPARTMENT 7 10 0 0 0 0 0 1 3 0 3 ] 7 4 5 1 0 4 3 21 9 ] 3 8 13 4 72 4 l 15 10 3 4 7 5 ] 0 14 1 0 17 12 12 2 34 12 0 10 0 13 16 44 178 168 531 476 323 4 0 0 0 0 7 0 10 2 7 2 2 3 34 32 38 55 2 I 0 0 0 31 5 0 96 102 0 0 0 421 321 211 151 9 8 1 3 0 2 3 9 3 6 0 0 3 0 234 86 32 13 47 2 4 21 11 14 28 40 2 0 6 8 5 22 3 2 8 0 Marie Wood-Barker would like to hear from David Williams, whose ship was in drydock in Savannah, Ga. from September 1981 to February 1982. Please call her in Savannah at (912) 352-0109. Correction An article and corresponding photo caption on page 6 of the August issue of the Seafarers LOG should have stated the following: The American Council on Education (ACE) on June 22 evaluated courses offered by the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education. This evaluation was for ACE college credit recommendations, but was not a quality standard system (QSS) review. 9 16 15 5 97 11 1 18 81 271 256 886 650 430 0 - DAVID WILLIAMS Notice 24 6 18 11 Please get in touch with your sister, Luz Fisher Pedroza, at 72 Gouverneur St. , New York, NY 10002; or telephone (212) 693-0697. 0 0 21 19 Each port's meeting starts at 10:30 a.m. 15 2 16 9 13 3 0 2 3 50 Wilmington ...............Monday, November 22, December 20 0 17 1 2 0 0 2 6 8 7 3 I 20 0 0 0 0 3 0 2 4 4 0 9 0 0 0 12 3l 0 1 8 7 6 0 *"Total Registered" means the number of Seafarers who actually registered for shipping at the port. **"Registered on Beach" means the total number of Seafarers registered at the port. October 1999 (*change created by Veterans Day holiday) Thursday: December 9 2 2 2 5 0 O 9 3 7 Baltimore ................ Friday: November 12* 17 13 17 0 0 2 2 4 6 6 9 0 19 14 2 6 4 5 5 7 20 48 2 0 5 5 8 4 2 2 0 2 7 3 4 0 94 18 2 2 11 4 0 32 8 10 1 96 1 0 22 0 115 0 4 8 45 6 8 8 19 2 5 1 16 17 18 22 1 10 7 8 8 5 6 3 2 4 2 5 0 7 2 0 0 3 3 6 19 6 4 8 6 4 ]1 4 3 5 3 Piney Point ............. Monday: November 8, December 6 Algonac .................. Friday: November 12, December IO 6 2 4 4 0 1 4 3 7 1 2 3 7 2 2 0 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 2 9 10 1 0 5 8 6 5 7 10 1 93 1 16 3 8 11 2 Port Totals All Departments 20 2 New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St. Louis Piney Point Algonac Totals 23 17 16 9 6 2 Port New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St. Louis Piney Point Algonac 29 10 2 7 15 4 13 14 2 0 Port New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St. Louis Piney Point Algonac Trip Reliefs DECK DEPARTMENT Port New York Philadelphia Baltimore Norfolk Mobile New Orleans Jacksonville San Francisco Wilmington Seattle Puerto Rico Honolulu Houston St. Louis Piney Point Algonac SEPTEMBER 15, 1999 November & December 1999 Membership Meetings Deep Sea, Lakes, Inland Waters FLU SHOTS SET FOR OCTOBER 22 IN TACOMA Virginia Mason Clinic will again offer free flu shots this year to members, dependents and retirees who qualify under the rules of the Seafarers Welfare Plan. The inoculations will be given at the Tacoma hall after the October membership meeting on Friday, October 22, 1999, from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. The address is 3411 South Union Avenue. In order to expedite the necessary paperwor~ it is requested that any member, dependent or retiree intending to receive a flu shot call the hall one week prior to October 22. The telephone number is (253) 272-7774. Seafarers LOG 15 - �Dispatchers' Report for Great Lakes Seafarel'S lntetnational Union Directory AUGUST 16 - Michael Sacco President CL - John Fay Executive Vice President Augustin Tellez Vice President Contracts Jack Caffey Vice President Atlantic Coast Byron Kelley Vice President Lakes and Inland Waters Dean Corgey Vice President Gulf Coast Nicholas J. Marrone Vice President West Coast Kermett Mangram Vice President Government Services ~ )Ir HEADQUARTERS 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 (301) 899-0675 ALGONAC 520 St. Clair River Dr. Algonac, Ml 48001 Port Algonac Port Algonac Port Algonac Port Algonac L-Lakes Company/Lakes 0 22 15 0 7 8 0 4 4 0 22 18 NP - Non Priority TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP David Heindel Secretary-Treasurer SEPTEMBER 15, 1999 **REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP DECK DEPARTMENT 0 8 8 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 5 6 0 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 4 0 1 ENTRY DEPARTMENT 12 8 0 0 14 7 0 2 2 0 0 3 0 10 10 26 0 29 23 0 45 0 55 Totals All Depts *"Total Registered" means the number of Seafarers who actually registered for shipping at the port. **"Registered on Beach" means the total number of Seafarers registered at the port. 22 (810) 794-4988 ANCHORAGE 72 l Sesame St., # l C Anchorage, AK 99503 (907) 561-4988 Dispatchers' Report for Inland Waters AUGUST 16 - BALTIMORE 1216 E. Baltimore St. Baltimore, MD 21202 (410) 327-4900 DULUTH 705 Medical Arts Building Duluth, MN 55802 (218) 722-4110 HONOLULU 606 Kalihi St. Honolulu, HI 96819 (808) 845-5222 HOUSTON 1221 Pierce St. Houston, TX 77002 (713) 659-5152 JACKSONVILLE 3315 Liberty St. Jacksonville, FL 32206 (904) 353-0987 JERSEY CITY 99 Montgomery St. Jersey City, NJ 07302 (201) 435-9424 MOBILE 1640 Dauphin Island Pkwy. Mobile, AL 36605 (334) 478-0916 NEW BEDFORD 48 Union St. New Bedford, MA 02740 (508) 997-5404 NEW ORLEANS 3911 Lapalco Blvd. Harvey, LA 70058 (504) 328-7545 NEW YORK 635 Fourth Ave. Brooklyn, NY 11232 (718) 499~6600 NORFOLK 115 Third St. Norfolk, VA 23510 (757) 622-1892 PffiLADELPHIA 2604S. 4 St. Philadelphia, PA 19148 (215) 336-3818 PINEYPOJNT P.O. Box 75 Piney Point, MD 20674 (30 l) 994-0010 PORT EVERGLADES 1221 S. Andrews Ave. Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33316 (954) 522-7984 SAN FRANCISCO 350 Fremont St. San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 543-5855 Government Services Division (415) 861-3400 SANTURCE 1057 Fernandez Juncos Ave., Stop 16V2 Santurce, PR 00907 (787) 721-4033 ST. LOUIS 4581 Gravois Ave. St. Louis, MO 63116 (314) 752-6500 TACOMA 3411 South Union Ave. Tacoma, WA 98409 (253) 272-7774 WILMINGTON 510 1. Broad Ave. Wilmington, CA 90744 (310) 549-4000 16 Seafarers LOG *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Region Atlantic Coast Gulf Coast Lakes, Inland Waters West Coast Totals Region Atlantic Coast Gulf Coast Lakes, Inland Waters West Coast Totals Region Atlantic Coast Gulf Coast Lakes, Inland Waters West Coast Totals 0 2 43 4 49 0 0 0 0 0 0 5 0 4 9 0 0 28 0 28 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 1 0 0 24 0 24 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 1 SEPTEMBER 15, 1999 TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C **REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT 0 0 0 5 0 0 21 0 0 7 10 1 12 31 1 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 15 0 2 16 0 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 0 0 0 0 I 0 0 7 0 0 0 0 1 7 0 0 1 0 1 2 0 11 0 5 16 15 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 2 0 0 17 0 17 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 1 0 2 22 8 32 0 0 . 13 2 2 64 15 54 1 11 0 Totals All Depts 101 *"Total Registered" means the number of Seafarers who actually registered for shipping at the port. **"Registered on Beach" means the total number of Seafarers registered at the port. 19 PIC-FROM-THE-PAST This photo was sent to the Seafarers LOG by Neal S. Cairns of Toms River, N.J. The picture was snapped aboard the SS LaSalle , which sailed between New York and Europe carrying general and military cargo. Cairns (who sailed as an AB) is at bottom right. Next to him is AB Ralph Denayer and (far right, standing) is Bosun Arne Bjorrsen, who went on to get his captain's license. Also in the photo is Rich Rundblad. Cairns joined the SIU in 1947. In 1953 he went to work for his local township (East Orange, N.J .) and became a special police captain. Upon his retirement from that career, he moved to Tom's River. October 1999 �Welcome Ashore ...-- . Each month, the Seafarers LOG pays tribute to the SIU members who have devoted their working lives to sailing aboard U.S.-flag vessels on the deep seas, inland waterways or Great Lakes. Listed below are brief biographical sketches of those members who recently retired from the union. The brothers and sisters of the SIU thank those members for a job well done and wish them happiness and good health in the days ahead. oining the growing number of SIU pensioners this month are 19 members who have retired after many voyages on the world's oceans, waterways and lakes. Among the retirees, 10 sailed in the deep sea division, six shipped in the inland division, and three plied the Great Lakes. Nine of those signing off their ships for the last time sailed in the deck department, eight shipped in the engine department, and two were members of the steward department. This month's pensioners are scattered across the country: seven have retired to the East Coast, six make their homes in the Gulf states, three reside on the West Coast, two live in the Midwest, and one person calls Puerto Rico home. On this page, the Seafarers LOG presents brief biographical accounts of this month's pensioners. J DEEP SEA EARL ADAMS, 53, graduated from the Andrew Furuseth Training School in 1966 and joined the Seafarers in the port of San Francisco. His first ship was the Ames Victory. A native of Mobile, Ala., Brother Adams worked in the engine department and upgraded at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School in Piney Point, Md. During his career, he also attended educational conferences at the school. He last sailed aboard the HMI Astrachem, operated of lnterocean Ugland Management. Brother Adams makes his home in Mobile. ....----==:-------. BENJAMIN BALERIO, 65, started his career with the SIU in 1968 in the port of Houston. His first ship was the Midlake, operated by American Bulk Carrier. Born in Texas, Brother Balerio worked in the engine department, last sailing aboard the Overseas Alaska. Dayton, Texas is where he calls home. ERNEST J. COX, 56, first sailed with the Seafarers in 1969 aboard the Halcyon Panther. A native of Pennsylvania, he worked in the engine department and upgraded at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md. Prior to his retirement, Brother Cox sailed aboard the Courier, an Intrepid Ship Management vessel. From 1960 to 1964, he served in the U.S. Navy. He makes his home in New York. JUANITO P. FIEL, 63,joined the Marine Cooks and Stewards (MC&S) in 1965. His first ship was the President Cleveland, an American President Line vessel. Brother Fiel worked in the steward department, most recently in 1998 aboard the Mokihana, oper- October 1999 ated by Matson Navigation Co. Tracey, Calif. is home to Brother Fiel. EVANS R. GATEWOOD, 82, started his career with the Seafarers in 1973 in Yokohama, Japan, first sailing aboard the Gateway City, a Sea-Land Service vessel. Born in Missouri, he sailed in the engine department and upgraded his skills at the union's training facility in Piney Point, Md. Brother Gatewood last sailed in 1992 aboard the Sea-Land Spirit. He was a veteran of World War II, having served in the U.S. military from 1935 to 1945. He makes his home in Oakland, Calif. JOHN McLAIN, 54, graduated from the Seafarers Harry ~ Lundeberg School in 1968 and joined the SIU in the port of Philadelphia. He first sailed aboard the Columbia Banker. A native of Pennsylvania, he started in the deck department and upgraded at the union's school in Piney Point, Md. He later transferred to the steward department, last sailing aboard the Cape Johnson, an American Overseas vessel. Brother McLain has retired to Philadelphia. JAMESJ. MATES, 69, first sailed with the Seafarers in 1960. Brother Mates worked in the deck department and upgraded his skills at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. He last sailed aboard the Sea-Land Innovator. Born in Pennsylvania, he makes his home in San Francisco. JOHNP. REAMS, 66, joined the SIU in 1969, first sailing aboard the Penn Ranger. During his ........---_J career, he worked in all three departments and upgraded his skills at the union's school. Brother Reams last sailed in the engine department aboard the Stonewall Jackson, operated by Waterman Steamship Corp. From 1953 to 1968, he served in the U.S. Navy. New Orleans is where be calls home. ANTHONY RIPOLL, 65, started his career with the Seafarers in 1986 in the port of New Orleans. His first ship was the USNS Pollux, a Bay Tankers vessel. A native of Louisiana, he sailed in the engine department and upgraded at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education. Prior to his retirement, he signed off Waterman Steamship Corp's Stonewall Jackson. Brother Ripoll makes bis home in Kenner, La. From 1951to1955, he served in the U.S. Navy. RAUL RIVERA, 63, graduated from the Andrew Furuseth Training School in 1962 '-------"'--------' and joined the SIU in the port of New York. His first ship was the Transglobe, a Hudson Waterways Corp. vessel. Born in Puerto Rico, he worked in the deck department. Prior to retiring, he sailed aboard the SeaLand Producer. Brother Rivera has retired to Bayamon, P.R. INLAND CLYDE L. ALBAUGH JR., 66, began sailing with the SIU in 1962 from the port of Philadelphia. Boatman Albaugh, worked as a captain, last sailing aboard the tug McGraw, operated by Taylor Marine Towing Co. During his career, he upgraded at the union's school in Piney Point, Md. Born in Pennsylvania, he has retired to Wenonah N.J. EUGENED. BRADSHAW, 62, started his career with the Seafarers in 1979 in the port of Norfolk, Va. He first sailed aboard the Holly S. The Virginia native worked as a captain, most recently aboard the M Jean Dudley, operated by Piney Point Transportation. Boatman Bradshaw makes his home in Onley, Va. PATRICK T. CARSON, 62, began sailing with the SIU in 1979 from the port of Tampa, Fla .. He first ~~---~ worked aboard the deep sea vessel Cantigny as a member of the deck department and later transferred to the inland division. Born in Canada, Boatman Carson worked as a captain, most recently in 1989 aboard the Sea Hawk, a Crowley Towing & Transportation Co. vessel. He has retired to Tampa, Fla. Co. vessel. He makes his home in Orange, Texas. -=--~____, CHARLES W. EGAN, 63, began sailing with the Seafarers in 1981 from the port of Norfolk, Va. During his career, he sailed in both the deck and engine departments and upgraded his skills at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education. Boatman Egan sailed primarily aboard vessels operated by Allied Towing Co. Prior to his retirement, he signed off the Sea Hawk. Boatman Egan makes his home in Elizabeth City, N.C. JEROME PELLEGAL, 66, started his career with the SIU in 1967. A native of Louisiana, he sailed in the deck department. Boatman Pellegal last sailed in 1979 aboard a Southern Ohio Towing Co. vessel. He has retired to Vicksburg, Miss. LEROY WELCH,62, first sailed with the Seafarers in 1961. Born in Port Arthur, Texas, he worked as a captain. Boatman Welch last sailed aboard a Moran Towing Reprinted from past issues of the Seafarers LOG 1939 On Wednesday, October 2, 1939 in Savannah, Ga., delegates from the Atlantic, Gulf and Great Lakes Districts met for the purpose of drafting a constitution for the Seafarers International Union. In addition to the basic constitution, issues to be voted on included the shipping rules, hospital and strike assessments, and a constitutional amendment that provided that in order to become a member, a man must be a citizen. The constitution was adopted by a vote of 1,225 in favor and 180 opposed. The votes on the constitutional amendment, the shipping rules and the assessments likewise carried by large majorities. GREAT LAKES DAVIDB. GRANN, 53, began sailing with the Seafarers in 1969 in the port of Detroit. Born in North .___.__ _ _ ____,Dakota, he sailed in both the engine and steward departments. Brother Grann last sailed aboard the J. J. Boland, an American Steamship Co. vessel, as a member of the steward department. He has retired to Duluth, Minn. GERALDM. NOKLAND, 55, started his career with the SIU in 1963 in Alpena, Mich. Brother Nokland worked in the engine department, last sailing aboard the Paul H. Townsend, operated by Inland Lakes Management. From 1965 to 1969, he served in the U.S. Navy. He makes his home in Hubbard Lake, Mich. VICTORF. WEBER, 65, joined the Seafarers in 1987 in the port of Algonac, Mich. Born in Illinois, he worked in the deck department and upgraded at the union's school. From 1954 to 1958, he served in the U.S. Coast Guard. Prior to retiring, he signed off the Presque Isle, a Great Lakes Corp. vessel. Brother Weber has retired to South Williamsport, Pa. ping unless shipping companies join with their workers and the unions to combat such incursions. During his appearance at a joint labormanagement session, Hall also warned the operators that Great Lakes shipping can only survive in an atmosphere of healthy, responsible collective bargaining. THI O TH J ltJ HJSTO Y 1959 Speaking at the 3 3rd annual convention of the Propeller Club in Detroit, SIUNA President Paul Hall challenged American-flag ship companies on both the Great Lakes and in offshore trade to join the maritime unions to fight the threat of runaway-flag shipping. He told 2 50 management representatives that the Great Lakes will become a home for foreign-flag ship- 1985 The battleground was the floor of the House of Representatives. The weapon was the House version of the 1985 Farm Bill. The stakes were cargo preference. And when the debris of hours-long debate was finally cleared, all anticargo preference amendments were defeated. The result means that Seafarers can count on their rightful share of government-impelled cargo and the jobs and job security that go along with it. The floor fight over cargo preference issues was the culmination of a year-long effort by anti· maritime, agribusiness interests to strip the U.S. merchant marine of a vital asset: government cargo, one of the few government support programs left to the U.S. merchant fleet. But a concentrated educational and lobbying effort led by the SIU during the past several months stopped the anti-merchant marine forces dead in the water. Seafarers LOG 17 �final Departures DEEP SEA ANIBAL ALBE Pensioner Anibal Albe, 75, passed away August 9. A native of Puerto Rico, he joined the Seafarers in 1944 in the port ofNew York. He worked in the steward department as a chief cook, last sailing aboard the Caguas, operated by Puerto Rico Marine Management, Inc. During his career, he was active in union organizing drives. A resident of Puerto Rico, he began receiving his pension in May 1989. MARIANO ARRUA Pensioner Mariano Arrua, 87, died June 16. Born in France, he started ills career with the Marine Cooks and Stewards (MC&S) in 1938 in the port of San Francisco. His first ship was the Matsonia, a Matson Navigation Co. vessel. The steward department member last sailed aboard American President Line's President Cleveland. Brother Arrua retired in January 1969 and made his home in San Francisco. BALLARD C. BROWNING Pensioner Ballard C. Browning, 72, passed away August 29. He joined the Seafarers in 194 5 in the port of New York. Born in Kentucky, he sailed in the deck department and upgraded his skills at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School in Piney Point, Md., where he graduated from the bosun recertification program in 1975. From 1952 to 1954, he served in the U.S. Army. Prior to his retirement in January 1990, Brother Browning signed off the Overseas Ohio. He was a resident of Vidor, Texas. TERRILL G. CLARK Pensioner Terrill G. Clark, 68, died August 28. A native of Mobile, Ala., he started his career with the SIU in 1951 in the port of ...........~'""""--' Mobile. His first ship was the North Platte Victory. Brother Clark sailed in the engine department and upgraded his skills at the union's school in Piney Point, Md. Prior to his retirement in December 1987, he sailed aboard the OMJ Hudson, operated by OMI Corp. He was a resident of Mobile. ISIDORE C. DONGEN Pensioner Isidore C. Dongen, 85, passed away August 23. Born in Surinam, Dutch Guiana, he joined the Seafarers in 1948 in the port of New York. He worked in the engine department, last sailing aboard the Oakland, a Sea-Land Service vessel. A resident of Mobile, Ala., Brother Dongen started receiving his pension in December 1980. ELDON A. FROESE Pensioner Eldon A. Froese, 76, died August 29. Brother Froese began his 18 Seafarers LOG SIU career in 1947 in the port of Galveston, Texas. Born in Kansas, he sailed as a member of the deck departL...:.-..iL.:...:.:....-_.:_.:!llD..__J ment. Brother Froese was a veteran of World War II, having served in the U.S. Navy from 1940 to 1946. He made his home in Pearland, Texas and retired in June 1988. LOUIS GREEN Louis Green, 51, passed away August 30. A native of Louisiana, he joined the Seafarers in 1997 in the port of New Orleans. Brother Green sailed in the engine department and upgraded his skills at the union's school in Piney Point, Md. He was a resident of Harvey, La. ROBERT G. HUBBS Pensioner Robert G. Hubbs, 84, died August 2. A charter member of the Seafarers, he started his career with the union in 1938 in the port of New Orleans. A native of Louisiana, he sailed in the deck department. During his career, he was active in union organizing drives. Brother Hubbs was a resident of Kenner, La .. He began receiving his pension in March 1971. JAMES KOUVARDAS Pensioner James Kouvardas, 73, passed away July 27. Born in Massachusetts, he began sailing with the SIU in 1942 '------...z.....--l from the port of New York. He worked in the engine department and upgraded his skills at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. Brother Kouvardas was a resident of Reno and retired in May 1982. A veteran of World War II, he served in the U.S. Navy from 1943 to 1946. ORLAN MIDKIFF .,...,.._ _ Pensioner Orlan Midkiff, 85, passed away July 24. He started his career with the SIU in 1967 in the port of Houston. Born in Texas, he worked in the engine department, last sailing aboard the Port, an Asbury Steamship Co. vessel. A veteran of World War II, he served in the U.S. Army from 1942 to 1946. Brother Midkiff retired in April 1979. He was a resident of Jasper, Texas. JACK A. MORGAN Pensioner Jack A. Morgan, 65, died May 23. Brother Morgan first sailed with the Seafarers in 1952. During his career, he sailed in both the steward and deck departments. He last sailed in 1993 aboard the Sea-Land Hawaii and began receiving his pension in November 1998. He lived in Wilmington, Calif. ARNOLD MUNTER Pensioner Arnold Munter, 87, passed away August 1. Born in Estonia, he joined the SIU in 1953 in the port of Baltimore. His first ship was the Hastings, a Waterman Steamship Corp. vessel. He sailed in the engine department and retired in August 1977. Brother Munter made his home in Long Beach, Calif. LLOYD Y. NIKAIDO Pensioner Lloyd Y. Nikaido, 79, died July 27. A native of Hawaii, he started his career with the MC&S in 1954 in the port of San Francisco. He sailed in the steward department and started receiving his pension in January 1981. Brother Nikaido was a resident of Honolulu. JACK A. RANKIN Pensioner Jack A. Rankin, 73, ' passed away ... August 16. Brother Rankin joined the Seafarers in 1951. A native of Alabama, he sailed as a chief cook. Prior to his retirement in December 1992, he sailed aboard the Gulf Trader, operated by All Marine Services. From 1944 to 1946, he served in the U.S. Army. He was a resident of Mobile, Ala. WILLIAM RAWLUK Pensioner William Rawluk, 69, died August 22. He graduated from the Andrew Furuseth Training School in 1962 and joined the SIU in the port of New York. His first ship was the Bradford Island, operated by Cities Service. Born in Canada, he sailed in the deck department and upgraded his skills at the Seafarers Harrry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. He last sailed aboard the Sea-Land Defender. A resident of Seattle, Brother Rawluk retired in June 1992. JOHNM. YORK John M. York, 41, died August 10. Brother York graduated from the entry level training program at the Seafarers Harry Lunde berg -.:i-.....__......==----1 School of Seamanship in 1978 and joined the SIU in the port of Piney Point, Md. His first ship was the Long Lines, operated by Transoceanic Cable Ship Co. Born in Pennsylvania, he worked in both the deck and steward departments, last sailing in 1981 aboard a Sea-Land Service vessel. He later joined the U.S. Coast Guard and made his home in Wilmington, N.C. INLAND MELODY N. COMPTON Melody N. Compton, 62, passed away July 24. Sister Compton first sailed with the SIU in 1987. Born in West Virginia, she sailed in the steward department, primarily aboard Delta Queen Steamship Co. vessels. She was a resident of Wichita Falls, Texas. SAMMY M. EVANS Pensioner SammyM. Evans, 74, died July 21. Born in North Carolina, he joined the Seafarers in 1967 in the port of Norfolk, Va. Brother Evans graduated from the towboat operator program in 1973 at the union's training facility in Piney Point, Md. He sailed as a tugboat captain and started receiving his pension in March 1988. He made his home in Brooklet, Ga. JAMES E. JONES Pensioner James E. Jones, 65, passed away August 22. A native of Kentucky, he started his career with the SIU in 1964 in the port of St. Louis. Boatman Jones worked in the deck department, last sailing aboard the Robert Kenokee, an American Commercial Barge Line vessel. A resident of Flatwoods, Ky., he retired in May 1996. Ohio, he began his career with the SIU in 1961 in the port of Cleveland. Brother Gunn sailed in the deck department. Prior to '----~.....;__L___J his retirement in July 1986, he signed off a vessel operated by Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Co. From 1945 to 1947, Brother Gunn served in the U.S. Army Air Force. He made his home in Coconut Creek, Fla. WILLIAME.LASHARE Pensioner William E. Lashare, 77, died August 26. Brother Lashare started his career with the Seafarers in 1966 in the port of Duluth, Minn. During his career, he sailed in both the engine and steward departments. A native of West Virginia, he retired in January 1987 to Moundsville. From 1948 to 1955, he served in the U.S. Navy. DONALD 0. NELSON Pensioner Donald 0. Nelson, 73, passed away August 17. A native of Minnesota, he joined the SIU in 1958 in the port of Detroit. Brother Nelson worked in the deck department, last sailing aboard the Sam Laud, operated by American Steamship Co. A veteran of World War II, he served in the Navy from 1942 to 1946. He was a resident of Conneaut, Ohio, and started recei ing his pension in November 1991. RAILROAD MARINE JEROME ABRAMOWITZ Pensioner Jerome Abramowitz, 72, passed away July 22. Born in New Jersey, he began his career with the Seafarers in 1963 in the port of New York. He worked in the de department. Brother Abramowitz last sailed aboard a Penn Central Railroad Co. vessel. He made his home in Patterson, N.J. and began receiving his pension in April 1989. WILLIAM F. LARY HERMAN E. AHRENS Pensioner William F. Lary, 74, died July 31. He began sailing with the Seafarers in 1963 after a 20-year career with the U.S. Army. Boatman Lary sailed as a member of the steward department and started receiving his pension in June 1990. He was a resident of St. Louis. Pensioner Herman E. Ahrens, 99, died August 25. A native of New Jersey, he began his career as a deckhand in 1917 with .........._____,.oc...__.._....... the marine division of the Erie-Lackawana Railroad Co. and joined the SIU in 1963 in the port of New York. During his career, he earned his masters license. Brother Ahrens was a resident of Union City, N.J. He retired in February 1965. HAROLD E. McCOY Pensioner Harold E. McCoy, 80, passed away July 29. A native of Virginia, he joined the SIU in 1971 in the port of Norfolk, Va. He worked in the engine department, last sailing aboard a Curtis Bay Towing Co. vessel. Boatman McCoy retired in March 1988 and made his home in Richmond, Va. PHILIP RUBISH NICK SCOPOLITES ----=,...-----, Pensioner Philip Rubish, 72, passed away July 29. Born in West Virginia, he first sailed with the Seafarers in 1950. He worked in the deck department and upgraded his skills at the union's school, where he graduated from the bosun recertification program in 1983. His last ship was the OMI Champion, and he began receiving his pension in August 1996. A veteran of World War II, he served in the U.S. avy from 1943 to 1946. Brother Rubish made his home in Jacksonville, Fla. Pensioner Nick Scopolites, 86, died July 29. He joined the Seafarers in 1960 in the port of Mobile, Ala. The Alabama native worked llL--"""""".......~~_...:i in the steward department as a chief cook. Prior to his retirement in December 1982, he last sailed aboard a Red Circle Transportation Co. vessel. Boatman Scopolites was a resident of Mobile. GREAT LAKES WALTER F. GUNN Pensioner Walter F. Gunn, 72, passed away August 11. Born in AnANTIC FISHERMEN SAM JOSEPH LOIACANO Pensioner Sam Joseph "Tuni" Loiacano, 81, passed away July 28. A native of Massachusetts, he joined the Atlantic Fishermen's Union in 1939 in the port of Boston, before it merged with the AGLIWD in 1981. A resident of Gloucester, Mass., Brother Loiacano began receiving his pension in May 1981. He was a veteran of World War II, having served in the U.S. Navy from 1941 to 194 5. October 1999 �Digest of Shipboard Union Meetings The Seafarers LOG attempts to print as many digests of union shipboard minutes as possible. On occasion, because of space limitations, some will be omitted. Ships minutes first are reviewed by the union's contract department. Those issues requiring attention or resolution are addressed by the union upon receipt of the ships' minutes. The minutes are then forwarded to the Seafarers LOG for publication. SULPHUR ENTERPRISE (Sulphur Carriers), May 30Chairman Marvin Zimbro, Secretary Nee Tran, Educational Director William Coffy. Chairman requested everyone use scoop when getting ice-not glasses or big cups. He also asked that washing machine contain full load, not just one or two items. Secretary reminded crew members to clean room and get clean linen for next person. Some disputed OT reported in deck department; no beefs or disputed OT noted by engine or steward delegates. GLOBAL LINK (Tyco), June 25-Chairman Jose Gomez, Secretary Lanette Lopez, Educational Director Peter Littman, Deck Delegate Melvin L. Singletary, Engine Delegate William H. Young, Steward Delegate Radames Toro. Chairman reported Coast Guard inspection went well; crew did outstanding job. Galley heads fixed by electrician and crew ready to transfer cable. Treasurer announced $2,200 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. SEA-LAND ANCHORAGE (Sea-Land Service), June 16Chairman Terry Murphy, Secretary Harry Lively, Educational Director Charles Wharton, Deck Delegate Sandy Killian, Engine Delegate Craig M. Knorr, Steward Delegate Christine Short. Chairman announced ship arriving in Tacoma, Wash. for payoff and urged everyone to contribute to SPAD for job security. Secretary commended Steward Jim Wright for tremendous job keeping ship clean. Educational director advised everyone to utilize facilities at Piney Point, especially new fire fighting school. He noted Coast Guard is now mandating some courses-like fire fightingand mariners are urged to take these as soon as possible. Some disputed OT reported in deck and steward departments. Crew asked Paul Hall Center to look into child care facility for upgrading parents. Next ports: Tacoma; Anchorage, Kodiak and Dutch Harbor, Alaska. SEA-LAND CRUSADER (SeaLand Service), June 17Chairman Eric J. Perez, Secretary Joseph P. Emidy, Deck Delegate Angel R. Camacho, Steward Delegate Luis A. Lopez. Chairman reported everything going well. He advised crew to keep up with requirements for STCW. Bosun is willing to assist members in getting endorsements stamped. Secretary encouraged crew members to read Seafarers LOG and keep abreast of changes in union and industry. Educational director echoed sentiments of all members in thanking SIU leadership for new fire fighting school. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Steward department thanked rest of crew for helping keep mess hall and pantry clean and for cooperation in setting up cookouts. They, in turn, were thanked for fine meals and service, especially for popular cookouts Ot:lober 1999 and clambakes. Next port: Elizabeth, N.J. SEA-LAND ENTERPRISE (Sea-Land Service), June 27Chairman Theodore Doi, Secretary Alan E. Hollinger, Educational Director Ray Chapman, Deck Delegate Manolo V. Delos Santos, Engine Delegate Kenneth Harder, Steward Delegate Romeo Manansala. Chairman reported arrival of new mattresses; old ones to be replaced as needed. He also announced contracted raise kicks in as of July 1. Educational director stressed importance of attending upgrading classes at Piney Point and taking advantage of new fire fighting school there. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: Tacoma, Wash. SEA-LAND EXPEDITION (SeaLand Service), June 20Chairman Norberto Prats, Secretary Edgar Vazquez, Educational Director Oswald Bermeo, Steward Delegate Michael A. Harris. All running smoothly, according to chairman. Secretary urged crew members to upgrade at Paul Hall Center and support SPAD. Educational director also advised everyone to enroll in upgrading classes and get STCW endorsements. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Chairman read president's report from recent LOG. Crew very happy with opening of new Joseph Sacco Fire Fighting and Safety School. Vote of thanks given to all hands for keeping ship in top condition. SEA-LAND EXPLORER (SeaLand Service), June 6-Chairman Raymond Yager, Secretary William Burdette, Educational Director Ramona Gayton, Deck Delegate James C. Henry, Engine Delegate Clifford L. Miles, Steward Delegate Amin A. Mohamed. Chairman announced vessel en route from Pusan, South Korea to Long Beach, Calif. and then to East Coast. He thanked everyone for great trip, with "two thumbs up" to steward department. Educational director urged crew members to upgrade skills at Piney Point. Treasurer announced $1, 150 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Suggestions made for purchase of new video rewinder in crew lounge and for resolving tiling problem in electrician's room. Next ports: Long Beach and Panama. SEA-LAND HAWAII (Sea-Land Service), June 14--Chairman Billy Hill, Secretary Michael F. Hammock. Chairman noted payoff scheduled for June 14 in Elizabeth, N.J. He proudly announced total compliance with company safety rules and environmental laws. Educational director talked about importance of attending classes at new Joseph Sacco fire fighting school in Piney Point and of upgrading skills for better jobs in future. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Suggestion made and forwarded to contracts department to procure transportation for Seafarers returning to ship after short layup period. Reminder given to crew members leaving vessel to have rooms clean and new set of linen ready for next person. Steward department given vote of thanks for job well done. SEA-LAND NAVIGATOR (SeaLand Service), June 20Chairman Werner Becher, Secretary Lynn McCluskey, Educational Director Kevin L. DeSue, Deck Delegate Erowin C. Udan, Engine Delegate James B. Spranza, Steward Delegate Glenn A. Taan. Chairman reported, weather permitting, vessel will be on schedule for arrival in Tacoma, Wash. He reminded crew to keep doors locked while in port and leave cabin clean with set of fresh linen for next person. Steward reported change in food supply company. Educational director urged members to attend classes at Piney Point facility. No beefs or disputed OT reported. President's report from recent LOG read at meeting. Crew noted groundwork laid by SIU in past 10 years paying off with new vessels and jobs for Seafarers. Vote of thanks given to steward department for good food-especially for preparing fresh tuna in Guam. Next ports: Tacoma and Oakland, Calif. SEA-LAND PRODUCER (SeaLand Service), June 20Chairman Roan Lightfoot, Secretary David A. Cunningham, Educational Director Keith Jordan Sr., Deck Delegate Daniel W. Miller, Engine Delegate Victor L. Sapp, Steward Delegate Clifford B. Elliott. Chairman announced payoff in Jacksonville, Fla. June 22. That date also marks start of vessel's new Caribbean service. He welcomed two unlicensed apprentices aboard and expressed ho es they would like it at sea. Chairman reminded everyone of new way of collecting plastics for disposal and noted that tomorrow's jobs will be around if members upgrade today. Educational director echoed that theme, stating there is always something new to learn about your job or union. Fire fighting school is now open and all hands should take advantage of opportunity to take classes there (including first aid and CPR) since accidents can happen to anyone, anywhere. Treasurer asked for support for ship's fund which helps pay for rental movies. No beefs or disputed.OT reported. Suggestion made and forwarded to headquarters regarding lowering of retirement age and seatime required for pension eligibility. Also requested change in time on and off vessels to three months on and two months off. That still requires sailing eight months a year but is perceived to be less stressful. Bosun thanked steward department for terrific culinary talents. Steward department thanked deck department for keeping ship looking great, and deck department thanked engine department for keeping vessel going. Pantryman also given vote of thanks for keeping messhalls and living areas in tip-top condition. Chief steward congratulated Chairman Lightfoot on his bosun recertification. Next port: Jacksonville. SEA-LAND TA COMA (SeaLand Tacoma), June 21Chairman Joseph Artis, Secretary Lincoln E. Pinn Jr., Steward Delegate Amanda F. Suncin. Chairman announced payoff scheduled June 22 in Tacoma, Wash. He read portions of June LOG, including president's report, an interesting article on meanings of some nautical terms and opening of world-class fire fighting school in Piney Point. Educational director welcomed unlicensed apprentice aboard ship and spoke of training possibilities at Paul Hall Center and job security it provides. Treasurer announced $1,231 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew reminded to donate to SPAD. announced $50 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. USNSPERSEVERANCE (IOUM), July 28-Chairman Thomas W. Lasater, Secretary George Monseur, Deck Delegate Joseph A. Osorio, Engine Delegate Tesfaye Gebregziabher, Steward Delegate Keith Nixon. Chairman announced arrival at The "Three Amigos" Bosun Wilfredo Rice (left) and AB Arthur Machado (center) believe OS Willard Bell will make a good AB once he completes upgrading classes at the Paul Hall Center. Bell started working on the river 2% years ago, He then sailed aboard the USNS Regulus, where he was GSU for a year, before joining the deck department under the guidance and support of his more seasoned crew mates. (Bell graduated from the AB course on August 6 - see page 21 .) HM/ ASTRACHEM (IOUM), July I-Chairman Stanley Duranda, Secretary Luis Escobar, Deck Delegate Michael Edwards. Chairman noted ship to lay up at end of July. Educational director advised crew members to take time to upgrade skills at Piney Point. Steward delegate thanked his department for job well done; rest of crew also thanked steward department for great meals and excellent work. Next ports: St. Croix, USVI and Guayama, PR. MAERSK TENNESSEE (Maersk Line), July 6Chairman Kyle F. Shultz, Secretary Dwight E. Wuerth, Educational Director· Peter G. Murtagh, Deck Delegate Timothy J. Fitzgerald, Engine Delegate Jean C. Horne, Steward Delegate Earl R. Castain. Chairman read president's report from recent LOG and thanked crew for great voyage. Will ask union for verification of increase in pay and extra day's pay at end of rotation. Suggestion also made to have union look into feasibility of lowering number of days required for retirement regardless of age. Secretary thanked crew members for participation in shipboard barbecues and for good trip. Educational director urged everyone to attend upgrading classes at Paul Hall Center and check maritime documents to be sure they are in good order. Treasurer announced $219 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Refrigerator needed in crew's lounge. Next ports: Freeport, Bahamas; Miami, Fla.; Panama; and Charleston, S.C. SEA-LAND CONSUMER (SeaLand Service), July 6-Chairman Francis Adams, Secretary Richard A. Seligman, Educational Director Howard Hendra. Chairman noted great crew this voyage and thanked everyone. He led discussion of money purchase plan; most crew members still have not gotten statements regarding their accounts. Secretary urged members to write congressional representatives for support in saving Jones Act. Educational director stressed need for upgrading skills at Paul Hall Center. Treasurer Marcus Hook, Pa. night of July 1 with payoff scheduled next day. Voluntary contributions for satellite dish accepted at payoff. He reminded crew members to keep current on all union matters through LOG and union meetings. No beefs or disputed OT. Suggestion made and sent to headquarters requesting vacation be lowered to 90 days and pension rates be raised. Everyone asked to be mindful of next person when using dryer (clean lint screen after use and remove clothing when dry). Vote of thanks given to steward department for fine job. Next ports: Marcus Hook; Savannah, Ga.; Yabucoa, P.R.; Sun Terminal, Texas. LIBERTY STAR (Liberty Maritime), August 8-Chairrnan Ramon Castro, Secretary Lee N. Frazier, Educational Director Michael Birke, Deck Delegate Willie Chestnutt, Engine Delegate Charles E. Bibbs Ill, Steward Delegate Romalies J. Jones. Chairman noted installation of new ice machine, dryer and reefer box for crew mess. He thanked everyone for good work and reminded them of importance of contributing to SPAD. Secretary stated payoff scheduled for August 13 in Houston. He noted seas were calm entire voyage from St. Petersberg, Russia. Educational director advised crew to upgrade at Piney Point and get endorsements needed for STCW compliance. Treasurer announced $195 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Steward department given vote of thanks for fine work. LNG CAPRICORN (PRONAV), August 15-Chairman Charles Kahl, Secretary Dana Paradise, Educational Director John Knott, Deck Delegate William Soto Jr., Engine Delegate Rene R. Rosario, Steward Delegate Glen Williams. Chairman relayed captain's thanks for job well done by all hands. Secretary stated all union forms available from him. Educational director urged crew members to get TRB and STCW endorsements. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Communications regarding severance package read and posted. Vote of thanks to steward department for good meals and clean ship. Next ports: Bontang, Indonesia and Osaka, Japan. Seafarers LOG 19 �Paul Hall Center Graduating Classes Deck Engine Utility - Students in Phase 3 of the unlicensed apprentice program are (from left, front row) Roosevelt Clark, Lisa Ruiz, Heather Frizzelle, Johanna Saul , Manuel Oliveras, Alvin Clark, (second row) Daniel Bratta, Jonathan Buffington , Jason Foster, Jevon Vontoure, Anderson Saco, (third row) Daniel Borden , Michael Bragdon , Justin Germain , Todd Conley, Chad Schultz and Carey Foster Jr. Certified Chief Cook - Working in the steward lab are (from left) Chef John Dobson (instructor), John Agugliaro , Robert Knight, Jesus Herrera, Erik Marlowe, Warporn Kirdngern , Jann Noel, Mutee Zindani and Joseph Packnett. STCW Basic Safety - Upgrading Seafarers who on July 30 successfully completed the basic safety class necessary fo~ thei~ ST~W endorsements are (from left, front row) Kenneth Bayle, hristopher Corpuz, Suhermadhy Gham, Felipe Jimenez, Saleh Ahmed, Darren Bates, Richard Oliva , Muthana Koraish, · liam Jones, Mike Leo (instructor), (second row) William Feazel, Allen Davis, Pete Lopez, Nasser Hasson, Abdullah Saleh , Jerome Wong , Ernest Polk, William Churney and Felix Marco. Advanc~d Fire Fighting - Pictured above are members of the advanced fire fighting class who completed .their course work on August 13 at the Joseph Sacco Fire Fighting and Safety School. From the left (kneelhng) are Ab~ullah Saleh , ~ey Gabaylo, Bruce Childers, Paul Szalus, Allan Bright, John Glenn, (second row) Jorge B~nelh , John Kol?dz1eJ , Saundra Leonard, John Favero, Oscar Angeles, Richard Oliva , Stanley Golden, Neomto Sodusta , (third row) Rodney Aucoin , Roderick Clay, Michael Scinto, John Smith (instructor) , Paul Dellorso and Christine Short. STCW Safety & Fire Fighting - Upgrading SIU and NMU graduates of the STCW safety and fire fighting course are (from left, front row) Freddy Arriola , Richard L. Blakey, John H. Barkhouse, Feliciano Gabino, Frank Monteiro, (second row) Rally M. Espiritu , Eugene James Smith Jr., Hector ·Guity, Gerry Davis, (third row) Stormie Combs (instructor), Jose Vazquez and Dana Washington . Vessel Operations - With instructor Casey Taylor (seated center) are members of Unlicensed Apprentice class 591 who completed the vessel operations course. They are Adam Williams, Romel Holland, Miles Ireland Jr., Brandon Scalzo, Brandon Mines, Jeremy Sutton and Bobby Ellis Jr.. 20 Seafarers LOG Certified Chief Cook - Completing one of the required modules in the chief cook course are (from left) Janusz Smolik, Dana Washington, Chef John Hetmanski (instructor), Fernando Lopes and Wayne Howard. October 1999 �Paul Hall Center Graduating Classes Tankerman (PIC) Barge Course - -- Galley Operations - Finishing one of the required two-week modules in the galley operations curriculum are (from left) Ed White (instructor), Rashidi Dadang, Monty Smith, Kyotaro Lopez, James Kidd Jr., Wardell Paze, Herman Stith, Mohamed Quraish and John Palughi. Boatmen completing the tankerman (PIC) barge course on July 30 are (from left) Ken Grayhill, Larry Barron, Manny Miranda, James Elbe, Marc Delgadillo, Randy McKenzie, William Smith, Robert Burns and Mitch Oakley (instructor). Basic Fire Fighting - Graduating from the basic fire fighting class on August 6 are (from left) Rick Redmond (instructor), Joe Brown, Wade Rudolph, Robert lvanauskas, Richard Provost, Robert Burns, John Shivers, Muthana Koraish , Green Hoskins and Sam Meyers (instructor). HAZWOPER - Part of the tanker familiarization course includes a 16-hour class on worker health and safety (HAZWOPER). Successfully completing that part of the curriculum are (from left) Mark Jones (instructor), Greg Pattison, Rick Woodburn, Clarence Jones, Mark Culbert, Rodney Garrett, Ronald Lauer, Jessie Higgs and Jason Long. Able Seaman Basic Fire Fighting - Completing their basic fire fighting requirements are members of Unlicensed Apprentice class 592. From the left (front row) are Anthony Hammet (instructor), Michael Spacek, Europa Tuivaiti, Shannon Miranda, Lyndon Ferreira, Tyler Laffitte Jr., (second row) Erik Nappier, Joshua Walker, Shannon Bonefont, Dwayne Brock and Keolamauloaohawaiiloa Mowat. Upgrading .graduates of the AB class on August 6 are (in no particular order) Almus Allen, Wiiiard Bell, Keith Bitran, George Bixby, Robert Bradberry, Eric Bridges, Reuben Brown, Edsel Dearce, Carlos Dominguez, John Eaton, Daniel Englund, Gregory Gallagher, Philip Gibson, Theodore Hale, Janaro Jackson, Gaston Lane, Matthew Laughter, Franklin Legore, Harold Lewis, William Maggio, Peter Malone, Charles Mann, Ahmed Mohamed, Duane Reeder, Kathryn Rivera, Morris Robinson, William Schuppman and Thomas Tobin. Tanker Familiarization/ Assistant Cargo (DL) - Earning their graduation certificates for completion of the tanker familiarization/assistant cargo (DL) course on August 20 are (in no particular order) James C. Anderson, Guy Butler Jr., Allen Davis, Felipe Jimenez, Christopher Corpuz, Jason Foster, Carey Foster Jr., Anderson Saco, Roosevelt Clark, Justin Germain, Daniel Borden, Manuel Oliveras, Chad Schultz, Michael Bragdon, Alvin Clark, Jevon Vontoure, Heather Frizzelle, Daniel Bratta, Todd Conley, Paul Weil, Scott Seiler, Johanna Saul, Jonathan Buffington, Paul Weil, Ernest Polk, Nasser Hasson, Marc Delgadillo, Lisa Ruiz, Emmanuel Rezada, Noel Camacho, Michael Gomes, Mark Wain, Edward Stoelzer, Marco Felix and Thomas Kreis. October 1999 Seafarers LOG 21 _,.. �Latters to the Edhor Know Your Rights Whooo's In Charge? (Editors note: the Seafarers LOG resel'Ves the right to edit letters for grammar as well as space provisions without changing the writers intent. The LOG welcomes letters from members, pensioners, their families and shipmates and will publish them on a timely basis.) Captain Sets Great Example We would like to take this opportunity to give our heartfelt appreciation and acknowledgment of a job well done to Captain John Torjusen. I sailed with Capt. Torjusen aboard the MIV American Merlin, and Bosun Lindsay and I both sailed with him aboard the SS Osprey. During our voyages aboard the Osprey, we were faced with many adversities while transiting the Atlantic Ocean and Black Sea to the Ukraine. Capt. Torjusen handled everything that the elements, fate and the often corrupted hands of man threw at him in a professional and focused manner. He sets a fine example for any mariner to follow, and we would be truly proud to serve with him aboard any vessel, even a rowboat adrift in the southern ocean. Steven M. Dickson, Chief Steward Robert Lindsay, Bosun aboard the LTC Calvin P. Titus Cherlye Mix, an OS aboard the USNS Sumner, makes her morning visit to Ospho's cage to change his bath water. Ospho is an owl who flew onto the ship about a hundred miles offshore in the Sea of Japan and showed no interest in leaving. The owl, who was named for the rust-busting solvent used aboard ship, has been taken topside several times and placed on a handrail, but when crew members returned an hour or so later, the owl was still there and willingly returned to his/her cage. Ospho is extremely tame and routinely sits on crew members' fingers and does not bite, even though the beak is quite powerful. He (or she, no one onboard is exactly sure how to determine this) is fed a daily diet of raw beef. The owl has yet to sign articles but has become a well-known member of the crew aboard the Sumner. The USNS Sumner is operated for the Military Sea lift Command by Dyn Marine Services of Virginia and conducts surveys, primarily in the western Pacific, Sea of Japan, East China Sea and South China Sea. Attention Seafarers: SPAD Is the Key to Job Security FARMLAND DAIRY • Milk sold under the Farmland Dairy label in stores in Connecticut, New Jersey and New York .... Teamsters MT. OLIVE PICKLE CO. Pickles and relishes sold under the Mt. Olive and other labels, including the Food Lion and Harris Teeter supermarket "house· labels .... Farm Labor Organizing Committee FURNITURE STRAITS FURNITURE CO. Jackson, Miss., manufacturer of entertainment centers, dining- room and bedroom furniture. Brands include: Canbrough Oak Collection, Downing Street Collection, Cherry Creek Collection, Hood, Straits .... Electronic Workers, Furniture Workers Division SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 1999 ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• BUILDING MATERIALS & TOOLS ALITALIA AIRLINES Air transport for passengers and freight .... Machinists BROWN & SHARPE MFG. CO. BEST WESTERN-GROSVENOR RESORT Measuring, cutting and machine tools and pumps .... Machinists Hotel in Lake Buena Vista, Fla.; located at Disney World, but separately owned and operated .... Hotel Employees & Restaurant Employees JET EQUIPMENT & TOOLS, INC. Auburn, Wash., distributor of "JET" brand metal- and wood-work· ing power and hand tools for home and commercial use .... Teamsters SOUTHWIRE CO. Commercial and industrial wire and cable; DoltYourself brand homewire . .... Electrical Workers MASTER APPAREL Men's and boys' trousers. Labels include Hills and Archer, and Ivy Hill .... Electronic Workers ENTERTAINMENT/RECREATION BLACK ENTERTAINMENT TELEVISION BET cable television, Action payperview, BET on Jazz .... Electrical Workers REGAL CINEMAS Chain of 250 movie theaters: "Regal Cinemas• & "Cobb Theaters" .... Stage Employees & Moving Picture Technicians FOOD/BEVERAGES CALIFORNIA TABLE GRAPES Table grapes that do not bear the UFW label on their carton or crate . .... Farm Workers Gasoline sold at Crown, Fast Fare and Zippy Mart stations and convenience stores .... Paper, Allied-Industrial, Chemical & Energy Workers FOUR POINTS BY SHERATON Hotel in Waterbury, Conn. .... Hotel Employees & Restaurant Employees Hotel in Kapaa, Hawaii .... Longshore & Warehouse Union NEW OTANI HOTEL & GARDEN Hotel in downtown Los Angeles .... Hotel Employees & Restaurant Employees OTHERS CF&I STEEL and OREGON STEEL MILLS, INC. Steel, including rod, bar, rail, pipe and steel plate .... Steelworkers WELLS FARGO and NORWEST BANKS Wells Fargo has branches in Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas, Utah and Washington; Norwest has branches in Arizona, Colorado, Indiana, Iowa, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, Texas, W1SCOnsin and Wyoming .... Steelworkers R.J. REYNOLDS TOBACCO CO. DIAMOND WALNUT CO. Diamond brand canned.and bagged walnuts and walnut pieces .... Teamsters UNION CROWN CENTRAL PETROLEUM 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. SHIPPING RIGHTS. A member's shipping rights and seniority are protected exclusively by contracts between the union and the employers. Members should get to know their shipping rights. Copie of these contracts are posted and available in all union halls. If members believe there have been violations of their shipping or seniority rights as contained in the contracts between the union and the employers, they should notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mail, return receipt requested. The proper address for this is: Augustin Tellez, Chairman Seafarers Appeals Board 5201 Au th Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to members at all times, either by writing directly to the union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which an SIU member works and lives aboard a ship or boat. Members should know their contract rights, as well as their obligations, such as filing for overtime (OT) on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If, at any time, a member believes that an SIU patrolman or other union official fails to protect their contractual rights properly, he or she should contact the nearest SIU port agent. HOLIDAY INN SUNSPREE HOTEL CLOTHING 22 TRANSPORTATION/TRAVEL 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 year, which is to be submitted to the membership by the secretary-treasurer. A yearly finance committee of rank-and-file members, elected by the membership, each year examines the finances of the union and reports fully their findings and recommendations. Members of this committee may make dissenting reports, specific recommendations and separate findings. LABEL Seafarers LOG AND SERVICE Cigarettes: Best Value, Camel, Century, Doral, Eclipse, Magna, Monarch, More, Now, Salem, Sterling, Vantage, and Winston; plus all Moonlight Tobacco products .... Bakery, Confectionery, Tobacco Workers & Grain Millers TRADES DEPARTMENT, AFL-CIO EDITORIAL POLICY - THE SEAFARERS LOG. The Seafarers LOG traditionally has refrained from publishing any article serving the political purposes of any individual in the union, officer or member. It also has refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the union or its collective membership. This established policy has been reaffirmed by membership action at the September 1960 meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsibility for Seafarers 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. PAYMENT 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 circumstances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any 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 or she should not have been required to make such payment, this should immediately be reported to union headquarters. CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. 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 contents. Any time a member feels any other member or officer is attempting to deprive him or her of any constitutional right or obligation by any methods, such as dealing with charges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, the member so affected should immediately notify 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 discriminated against because of , color, sex, national or geographic ongm. If any member feels that he or is denied the equal rights to which he or she is entitled, the member should notify union headquarters. SEAFARERS POLIT ACTIVITY DONATION SPAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fund. Its proceeds are u further its ob· urposes mc:lwjmg, ut 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 condition of membership in the union or of employment. If a contribution is made by reason of the above improper conduct, the member should notify the Seafarers International Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the contribution for investigation and appropriate action and refund, if involuntary. A member should support SPAD to protect and further his or her economic, political and social interests, and American trade union concepts. NOTIFYING THE UNION-If at any time a member feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he or she has been denied the constitutional right of access to union records or information, the member should immediately notify SIU President Michael Sacco at headquarters by certified mail, return receipt requested. The address is: Michael Sacco, President Seafarers International Union 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746. October 1999 �------------------------- -- SEAFARERS PAUL HALL CENTER 1999 UPGRADING COURSE SCHEDULE The following is the schedule for classes from September through the end of the year at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md. Allprograms are geared to improve the job skills of Seafarers and to promote the American maritime industry. Please note that this schedule may change to reflect the needs of the membership, the maritime industry and-in times of conflict-the nation's security. Students attending any of these classes should check in the Saturday be/ore their course's start date. The courses listed here will begin promptly on the morning of the start dates. For classes ending on a Friday, departure reservations should be made for Saturday. Seafarers who have any questions regarding the upgrading courses offered at the Paul Hall Center may call the admissions office at (301) 994-0010. Deck Upgrading Courses Course Start Date Date of Completion Radar Observer/Unlimited October 4 October 15 Radar Recertification (one day) October 15 Automatic Radar Plotting Aids (ARPA) October 18 - Safety Specialty Courses Course Start Date Date of Completion Tanker Familiarization/ Assistant Cargo (DL) November 1 November 19 Basic Firefighting October 18 October 25 November 22 October 22 October 29 November26 Advanced Firefighting November 8 November29 November19 December 10 Government Vessels November 1 Novembers November 29 November 19 November 26 December 17 Lifeboatmao/Water Survival October 4 November 1 November29 October 15 November 12 December 10 STCW Basic Safety (refresher) October 25 November 1 Novembers November22 November29 December 13 October 29 Novembers November 12 November26 December3 December 17 Tankerman (PIC) Barge October 18 October 22 Welding October4 October 22 October 23 Engine Upgrading Courses Course Start Date Date of Completion Firemao/Watertender & Oiler October 11 November 19 Refrigeratipn Systems Maintenance November 8 December 17 Welding October 2 October 23 November 13 October 22 November 12 December 3 Academic Department Courses General education and college courses are available as needed. In addition, basic .v ocational support program courses are offered throughout the year, one week prior to the AB, QMED, FOWT, Third Mate, Tanker Assistant and Water Survival courses. An introduction to computers course will be self-study. Steward Upgrading Courses Course Start Date Galley Operations/ Adv need Galley Operations (Every week) October 4, 11, 18, 25 November 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 December 6, 13, 20, 27 Certified Chief Cook/ Chief Steward (Every other week) October 4, 18 November 1, 15, 29 December 13, 27 UPGRADING IS A KEY TO YOUR FU URE. REVIEW THE COURSE SCHEDULE AND MAKE ARRANGEMENTS TO TAKE A CLASS SOON. THE EARLY 2000 SCHEDULE SHOULD BE ANNOUNCED SHORTLY. THE STAFF AT THE PAUL HALL CENTER IS CONTINUALLY UPDATING THE COURSE CON· TENTS TO KEEP ABREAST OF CHANGES IN THE MARITIME INDUSTRY. ----~-------------------------------------------- ----- ---- ---- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------With this application, COPIES of the following must be sent: One hundred and twenty UPGRADING APPLICATION (120) days seatimefor the previous year, one day in the last six months prior to the date Name - - - -- - - - - - - -- - - - - - - - - - - - - - Address- - - - - - -- - - -- - - - - - - -- - - -- - - - your class starts, USMMD (z -card) front and back, front page of your union book indicating your department and seniority, and qualifying seatime for the course if it is Coast Guard tested. All FO WT. A B and OMED applicants must submit a U.S. Coast Guard fee of $135 with their application. The pavment should he made with a mone.y order onlv. payable to LMSS. BEGIN DATE COURSE END DA TE Telephone _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Deep Sea Member D Date of Birth - - - - - -- -Inland Waters Member D Lakes Member D If the fo llowing ieformation is not filled out completely, your application will not be processed. Social Security # _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Book# _ _ _ _ _ _ __ _ _ Seniority _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ _ _ _ Department _ _ _ __ _ _ __ U.S. Citizen: Yes D No D Home Port Endorsement(s) or License(s) now held _ _ __ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ LAST VESSEL: _ _ _ _ _ __ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Rating: _ _ __ Date On: Are you a graduate of the SHLSS/PHC trainee program? DYes D No If yes, class # - - - - -- -- - - - - - - - -- - -- - - - - - Have you attended any SHLSS/PHC upgrading courses? D Yes D No If yes, course(s) taken - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - D No Firefighting: D Yes D No CPR: D Yes D No Primary language spoken _ _ _ _ _ __ _ _ _ _ _ __ _ __ _ _ _ October 1999 SIGNATURE - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - DATE NOTE: Transportation will be p aid in accordance with the scheduling letter only ifyou present original receipts and successfully complete the course. If you have any questions, contact your p ort agent before departing for Piney Point. RETURN COMPLETED APPLICATION TO: Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education. Admissions Office, PO. Box 75, Piney Point, MD 20674-0075; or fax to (301) 994-2189. Do you hold the U.S. Coast Guard Lifeboatman Endorsement? D Yes - - - - - - - -- - - - Date Off: The Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Traini ng and Education is a private, non-profit, equal opportunity institution and admits students, who are otherwise qualified, of any race, nationality or sex. The school complies with applicable laws with regard to admission, access or treatment of students in its programs or activities. 10199 Seafarers LOS 23 �Thinking About College? lhe Seafarers Welfare Plan is offering seven scholarships in 2000 to three Seafarers and four dependents of SIU members. See page 14 for additional information. Global Ma1·iner Back in Action Replacing tile inside the vessel is AB Nestor Agcaoili. Keeping a close eye on his work is AB Kevin Bowden. After a brief stay this summer in a South Carolina shipyard, the SIUcrewed cable ship Global Mariner recently returned to its home port of Baltimore. "We're doing routine maintenance and remaining on stand-by for assignment," noted Recertified Bosun Jeremiah Harrington, a 20-year Seafarer whose father, Recertified Bosun Arthur Harrington, also sailed with the SIU. "Sometimes our missions are scheduled, while other times it's a surprise assignment. We're ready no matter what." Launched in 1992, the Global Mariner is loaded with state-of-the-art equipment. The 4 78-foot vessel features "dynamic positioning" which "coordinates the ship's main propulsion power and the twin bow and stem thrusters for precision maneuvering and station keeping," notes the vessel operator, Tyco Submarine System Ltd. The Global Mariner can store and haul more than 3 ,200 nautical miles of fiber-optic cable and travels at a top speed of 13.8 knots. In July, the ship underwent routine repairs at Detyen Shipyard in Charleston, S.C. During a subsequent visit by a Seafarers LOG reporter to the vessel in --·---·---O~.,re Seafarers mentioned that camara erie rew extends from ship to shore. "We enJO"~~.... n each other on and off the ship," said Chief Cook Anna Alexander. One crew member, OS Randy Diaz, completed the unlicensed apprentice program at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education earlier this year. He said his experience aboard the Global Mariner has reinforce he made a good cdJ.'"--·HIU " ' qmte an experience so far," Diaz stated. "It's been pretty good, really." Recertified Bosun Jeremiah Harrington describes the crew as dedicated and hardworking. AB Kevin Young masters his brush stroke on the deck. Pictured in the engine room are Recertified Bosun Jeremiah Harrington (left) and Chief Electrician Gregory Thomas. � 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 1990-1999 Description An account of the resource Volumes LII-LXI 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. 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 October 1999 Description An account of the resource HEADLINES DOUBLING OF VESSEL TRAFFIC IN U.S.? VOTING STARTS DECEMBER 1 ON SIU-NMU MERGER HURRICANE FLOYD POUNDS U.S. AVONDALE FIGHT CONTINUES EX-BOSS still hasn’t said he’s sorry AFL-CIO LAUNCHES AD CAMPAIGN TO BOOST MEDICARE, ADD RX BENEFIT COASTAL ENFORCEMENT ZONE DOUBLES HOUSE TRANSPORTATION CHAIR CALLS FOR ACTION TO UPGRADE MARITIME INFRASTRUCTURE SAFETY DIRECTORS SCRUTINIZE LATEST INDUSTRY HAPPENINGS CONVEYORMAN COURSE HIGHLIGHTS PAUL HALL CENTER’S ADAPTABILITY SEAFARER NORMAN GUILD CREATES SPECIALTY CLASS UPGRADER TOUTS SCHOOL PAUL HALL CENTER TAKES FIRE FIGHTING ON THE RIVER DELTA QUEEN NAMED ‘SHIP OF THE YEAR’ BY HISTORICAL SOCIETY ‘LOYAL’ CREW HELPS NAVY ABOARD T-AGOS SHIP ITF SHIP WELCOMES VISITOR NO. 500,000 GLOBAL MARINER BACK IN ACTION Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Seafarers Log Scanned Issues 1984-1988, 1994-Present 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 10/01/1999 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. 61, No. 10 1999 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/bc417853c0e126decdd7be250486fd80.PDF 03150522bf0aa84f3a9d0c39f663f21f PDF Text Text SEAFARERS LOG OFFICIAL ORGAN OF THE SEAFARERS INTERNATIONAL UNION > ATLANTIC AND GULF DISTRICT • AFL » •V:L' r SlU TO UO Sim OF Heavy Swing To New AFL Union Story On Page 3 % •• .A. •fi:- : •; Thousands of longshoremen nd waterfront worhers gather outside SIU headquarters to hear Paul Hall (in­ set), SIU sec.-treas., Teamsters' officials and AFL longshoremen pledge full sup­ port to the new AFL union. (St6ry on Page 3.) Mass Meeting m;- �.-rj,w.| Pace 1^0 SEAFAR ERS LOG.. Octfiber ^.1953, Atlantic Union Reads Assailed By Own Delegate Woii't Quit Leaders of the company-dominated, Atlantic Maritime Employees Union suffered, a, crush-. ing blow when one of their staunchest supporters in the Atlantic tanker fi^et -dettianded they resign for the good of their membership. Already staggering UK<^ ;the nf rev­ elations made by SIU organ--t i ' -''i- izers, AMEU business man­ men, "As a result," he says, "the eral other fronts. With a National'i ager-lawyer Emanuel Fried­ men in the fleet have become Very LaborvRelafions Rfoaifd election or­ man, AMEU chairman Stanley" Air. confused anA;I think is Rie relteioh der expected any dav now, the Oom-' cott and AMEU treasurer 'Rajj in such large numbers are turning pany union is relying more and the SIU."^ The SIU arguments more On dinxrt company backing. Linton had the resignation demand to against the phony set-iip in the Whereas the company had main­ put up to them by Herbert Reese, AMEU he emphasized, have led to tained a hands-off attitude up un­ AMEU Fleet Council delegate! "the constant whittling away of til now, SIU successes in the fleet Reese up until, now bitterly op­ the membership of the AMEU and have . evidently alarmed company big-wigs. The result has been that posed the SIU drive among At­ their transfer over to the SIU." emphasized throughout the company has leaped into the lantic tankermen and fought for hisReese telegram that he still believed fray with a series of bulletins of the independent company union. in the AMEU and was willing to its own over the signature of Cap­ Reese's resignation demand met support that organization. Conse­ tain William G. Anderson, head of with a flat refusal ph the part of quently, his telegram is expected Atlantic's marine - operations. An­ to put the final nail in the coffin derson has attempted to answer Alcott and the other leaders of the of the discredited AMEU leader- the SIU's charges in much tl\e AMEU. As a result he has finally Ship. same manner as business, agent broken with the A^EU and has Meanwhile the AMEU~ continues Friedman in^ his bulletins to the pledged his support to the SIU. to show growing weakness on sev­ tankermen. organizing drive, along with the other men in Atlantic. In ! identically-worded telegrarns to the three men, copies of-which he sent to the SIU "so that anyone who does print this will have-16 use it just as I have stated the case" Reese called for the resig­ nation of Friedman as business manager on the grounds that he Denizens of Brooklyn blinked honored by Visit b«,ci^l^ bf!: i had never sailed as A professidnal theU- eyes in wonder last Friday the presence in its - ranks ^ an i Front pace of the SEAFARERS LOG of July 35. 1952 which took seaman. Iroquois brave, Wallace AndeV|on,.r | night when the SIU played host Intemationiil Labor Presa Award as best In the news division. loiOwn to the Tuscarorps '^by^tthe Get Off Company Payroll # to jtho Tuscarpra Indians at the official name of Mad Reese also demanded that Lin­ outdoor assembly area of the Sea­ with his intrepid Chief ;C1G ton and Alcott either quit their farers halL Passers-by were Rickard, led the tribe to. well-paid company jobs as super­ « startled to see, instead of the usual of Brooklyn last week, visory employees in the Anchorage, This foray was inPii,? or resign as officials in the AMEU. group of Union men, a band of without its casualty, list.<t Indians in full regalia uttering In. his telegram Reese admits horse can never realljn j that Atlantic tankermen have been tribal chants and doing a war dance steed in. the face of adversity, A impressed by the SIU's arguments Once again the SEAFARERS LOG has walked off with a that Friedman, Alcott and Linton around a blazing bonfire. Brook­ bus, whose passengers numbered top prize in the Internatioiial Labor Press of America annual cannot, and as a matter of fact lyn accents, which usually shatter some of the most ferocious braves the surrounding air, were replaced and faithful squaws and maidens, journalism contest. Judges from the faculty of the University do not, represent Atlantic tanker- for the night' by ancient war broke down en route and the'dele­ of Michigan's School of Jour-> whoops. gation was somewhat depleted.nalism chose the front page the news was presented. This ef­ The occasion for these strange Leading the delegation were issue of July 25, 1952, as the fect was achieved by an attractive doings was the annual visit to the Uhief Rickard, Mad Bear and the best news front page of all the selection of strong and contrasting SIU by the Tuscaroras, one of the Reverend Emory Kocsls, former hundreds of entries in the contest. type faces, by excellent reproduc­ member tribes of tl:e Iroquois na­ missionary to the Indians and The winning is.sue was described tion of timely photography, and by tion and of the Six Nation Confed­ chairman of the American Day Seafarers sending telegrams in glowing terms by the judges, artistically pleasing use of light eracy, along with the Senecas, Mo­ committeei Honored guests of the headed by Professor Wesley H. and dark, all combined both to hawks, Oneid'as, Cayugas and On- SIU and the Tiiscaroras were Con­ or letters to the New York Maurer, Director pf the Michigan command and to hold the attention endagas. The Confederacy was gressmen Louis Heller and Abe headquarters dispatcher asking schqol. Their statepaent issuing of the reader." participating in the second annual Multer of Brooklyn. to be excused from attending pilgrimage to Manhattan Island by the award declared: "The judges This is the latest in a long string . Bonfire Lighted headquarters membership the Indian Defense League of were impressed by the dignity, of awards won by the LOG since The ceremony began with a meetings must include the reg­ America. force and eye appeal with which it started entering the Labor Press parade to the SIU hall just before istration number of their contests in 1947. One year the City Taken Over dusk. The bonfire was lighted and LOG was Ineligible to participate shipping card in the message. This visit to the SIU by the red­ the dignitaries assembled. There because its editor served on the From now on, if the number skins was the kickoff for a gala was a brief welcome by Bill Hall, panel of Judges for the contest. weekend, wherein Manhattan, orig­ assistant secretary-treasurer of is not included, the excuse can­ Vol. XV. No. 20 Oct. 2, 1953 Presentation of the awards was inally purchased from the Indians the SIU and a response by Chief not be accepted by-the dis­ for a paltry sum by Peter Minuit, Rickard, who introduced his own As I See It Page 4 made at the 42nd annual conven­ patcher. tion of the ILPA in St. Louis is officially turned over to the delegation and the visiting digni­ Committees At Work Page 6 Statler HoteL colorful visitors. The Union was taries. The speeches were brief, Crossword Puzzle Page 12 chiefly concerned with pleas by Editorial Page 13 the Tuscaroras for moral support Foc'sle Fotographer Page .19 by the SIU and the people of Galley Gleanings Page 20 Brooklyn in their'grievances with Inquiring Seafarer Page 12 Congress. The evening was then In The Wake Page 12 turned over to the enjoyment of Labor Round-Dp Page 13 the spectacle. Letters Pages 21, 22 Among the events were a tra­ Maritime Page 16 ditional pow-wow, firelight dances, Meet The Seafarer Page 12 recitations of tribal history by the On The Job Page 16 chiefs and a formal peacepipe Personals Page 25 ceremony. It should be noted that Quiz Page 19 the Tuscaroras are, traditionally, a Seafarers In Action Page 16 highly civilized tribe, who made Ship's Minutes Pages 24, 25 peace with the settlers early in SIU History Cartoon...... Page 9 American history. This is the only Sports Line Page 20 peacepipe extant among the Tus­ Ten Years Ago... .3 Page 12 caroras and has been preserved for Top Of The News Page ceremonies, rather than war, for Utiion Talk Page 9 centuries. Wash. News Letter... Page 6 Brooklyn's Own Indians Welfare Benefits ....Pages 26, 27 Welfare Report Page The Indian leaders Invited Con­ Your Constitution Page gressmen Heller and Multer, Your Dollar's Worth Page 7 Brother Hall and Ray Denison, managing editor of the LOG, to PuBlishad DiwMkiy at tha haadquarfera join In the peacepipe ritual with •f tha Saafarars Intarnatlanal Union, At­ lantic a Cult District, AFL, <75 Fourth them. After this formality, all Avenue, Brooklyn 32, NY. Tel. STariins *-4671. Entered as second class matter were Initiated into the tribe as Chief Clinton Rickard of the Tuscarora tribe shows rare piece of wampnm to Congressmen Abe Multer at the Post Office in Brooklyn, NY, (left) and Louis Heller. At chiefs right are Ed Zeltner, columnist., and SIU patrolman Eddie Mooney. (Continued on page 17) under the Act of Ausust 24. I»12. Inlifns Whoop It Up iht SIU Tepee LOG Gets First Prize For Best Front Page Put Number On Meeting Excuses SEAFARERS LOG I;LII a ..4 .s J >vv.a-v ^ �—r . '.vi's, Oetober i. iSSi •^rr'^.y;r'W.i SEAFARERS LOG Pagre Thre* Dock Clean-Up Drive On SIU, Teamsters Aid New AFL Pier Union With a "full speed aheid" signal from the American Federation of Labor convention, a determined coalition of Seafarers and teamsters is givin|f full support to Seafarers on Brooklyn docks, top, talk with loncshoremen to swinr them over to new AFL-ILA union. Lonffshoremen, lower left, read,new longshore union's publication advisinr them of their rights and urging them to bolt the old ILA. At right, AFL sound truck, mounted by Seafarers, makes its way along the docks as it announces AFL program to form new longshore union. Canada's Deep Sea Crews Strike After all attempts to negotiate a new contract with shipowners had failed, SIU Canadian District seamen went out on strike last Monday against all of Canada's deep-sea shipping. Earlier, four Canadian Great Lakes shipping concerns capitulated to Union demands that included a 40 hour week,> for the strike action. such as on American-flag ves­ month and better working condi­ support The strike is the first major op­ tions. sels. Deep sea companies re­ eration of its kind since the dis­ Membership Okay clean longshore elements who^ " are organizing a branil-new were signing pledge cards in AFL longshoremen's union. droves for the n^w union and de­ Rank and file organizers are manding that they have the right hitting the docks in the port to vote by sacret ballot on affilia­ of New York in a large-sca^e tion with the new union. Such drive to pave the way for honest. votes are expected in several more local unions in the next few days. Heading up the new union as its trustees are a committee of five The SIU, along with the consisting of AFL President AFL, the Teamsters and others George 'Meany; SIU secretaryall have men participaTTog in treasurer Paul Hall; Dave Beck, president of the Teamsters Union; this drive in a supporting role. A. J. Hayes, president. Interna­ They will remain active iintil tional Association of Machinists;the new, democratic longshore and William Doherty, president of union is fully organized and the National Association of Letter Carriers. can conduct Its own affairs. Strategy Post Because of his close familiarity democratic trade unionism with the situation and his intimate throughout the port. (Continued on page 17) The history-making organizing drive burst into being as soon as delegates to the convention took long-expected action by expelling the old International Longshore­ men's Association. The convention overwhelmingly approved the ex­ pulsion on the grounds that the old ILA had failed to make any real effort to clean out racketeer­ ing elements in New York. This revolutionary upheaval was the first of its kind on the New York waterfront since the old In­ Negotiations for a new contract ternational Seamen's Union was with all dry cargo and tanker com-" split asunder by aroused rank and panics are going ahead smoothly filers in the middle and late 1930's. after agreement was reached on The ISU, like the ILA, had been extension of the expiration date captured by corrupt leadership. for another 60 days. The revolt against the ISU led to The understanding with the the formation of the Seafarers In­ shipping companies, as specified in ternational Union and a new deal the supplementary agreement, is for working seamen. that Seafarers will receive retro­ Clean Groups Ti Fore activity to October 1. 1953, on all In its first few days, the or­ contract gains finally decided on. ganizing drive turned up conclu­ As in the past, negotiations on sive proof that rank and file long­ the agreement were making head­ shoremen were disgusted with the way but were tending to run past corrupt set-up in the old ILA and the expiration date. To assure that were eager for new leadership. there would be no interruptions in Clean groups in the old ILA who the orderly process of contract ne­ had long been boxed-put and ren­ gotiations, Union and company dered impotent by racketeer con­ representatives agreed on the tem­ trol immediately seized on the op­ porary extension of the contract. portunity. Notices accordingly have gone Four local unions in New York, out to > all SlU-contracted com­ locals 1199-1, 895, 975, and 205, panies with the companies signing broke away from the old union the agreement on retroactivity to by overwhelming votes. Rank and apply whenever the contract terms file longshoremen in othep locals are finally settled. Union, Go's Extend Pact Sixty Days fused to go along with the 40-hour A strike vote that had been trict was chartered by the SIU of week program as well as proposals taken previously by secret ballot North America. The last big deep for wage increases of $50 per showed overwhelming membership sea strike in Canada was the one conducted in 1949 by the now de­ funct Canadian Seamen's Union. That Communist-dominated organ­ ization was put out of business by the SIU in Canada. The SIU Canadian District was granted its Secretary-Treasurer, 675 4th Ave., statement of the ownership, man­ autonomy just last spring by the agement, and circulation required by Brooklyn 32, NY. 3. The known bondholders, mort­ SIU of North America. the Act of Congress of August 24, 1912, as amended by the Acts of gagees, and other, security holders Attempts by the Canadian gov­ March 3, 1933, and July 2, 1946 (Title owning or holding 1 per cent or more 39, United States Code, Section 233) of total amount of bonds, mortgages, ernment conciliation service to set­ of SEAFARERS LOG, published or other securities are: (If there are tle the dispute failed. Canadian every other week at Brooklyn, NY, none, so state.), None. government sources said that ap­ 4. Paragraphs 2 and 3 include, in proximately 30 ships would be for September 24, 1953. 1. The names and addresses of the cases where the stockholder or se­ publisher, editor, managing editor curity holder appears upon the books affected by the tie-up. Settlement of the Lakes con­ and business managers are: Pub­ of the company as trustees or in any lisher: Seafarers International Union other fiduciary relation, the name of tract, which represents the bulk of of North America, Atlantic & Gulf the person or corporation for whom the Canadian shipping industry, Seafarers looking for fast transportation from their ships District, 675 4th Ave., Brooklyn 32, such trustee is acting; also the state­ came on Monday morning, Sep­ to the Union hall can get it free of charge in four major ports NY; Editor: Herbert Brand, 675 4th ments in the two paragraphs show the Ave., Brooklyn 32, NY; Managing affiant's full knowledge and belief as tember 21, a few hours before the thanks to the SIU Sea Chest.' From now on the service will editor: Ray Denison, 675 4th Ave., to the circumstances and conditions strike deadline. Aside from the Brooklyn 32, NY; Business manager under which stockholders and secur­ first 40-bour-week- In Canadian be offered to groups of Sea-|of crewmembers and take them to farers in New York, Balti-' ity holders who do not appear upon (none). 2. The owner is : (If ownetl by a the books of the company as trustees, maritime, the settlement includei* more, New Orleans and Mo­ the hall. The service is expected to ap­ corporation its name and address hold stock and securities in a ca­ a first-time welfare plan and wage must be stated and alkt immediately pacity othef than that of a bona fide boosts of $13 to $20 monthly for bile. prove especially > attractive to All that has to be done to take crews of ships docking at outlying thereunder the names and addresses owner. the various ratings. 5. The average number of copies of stockholders owning or holding advantage of the service is to put terminals where up until now taxi The Welfare fund is based on one per cent or more of total amount of each issue of this publication sold of stock. If not owned by a corpora or distributed, through the mails or 20 cents per man per day pay­ a telephone call through to the service has been undependable or ration, the names and addresses of otherwise, to paid subscribers during ments into a fund jointly adminis­ Union halls in these ports. Sea extremely expensive. The result the individual owners must be given. the 12 months preceeding the date tered by the companies and the Chest trucks will then go out to has been that the men pile up a If owned by a partnership or other shown above was: (This inforifiation supply the free transportation. heavy transportation , bill every unincorporated firm, its name and is required from daily, weekly, semi- Canadian District. Each Sea Chest truck has col­ time they hit port. Handling the negotiations for address as well as that of each in­ weekly, and triweekly newspapers dividual member, must be given.) only.) "rhis information not required. the Canadian District were Hal C. lapsible seats which can accommo­ The service has been operating (Signed) Herbert Brand, Editor. Seafare:'s International Union, At­ Banks; administrator of the Cana­ date as many as 20 persons. While on an informal basis up until now Sworn to and subscribed before lantic & Gulf District, 675 4th Ave., Brooklyn 32, NY; Paul Hall, Secre­ me this 24th day of September, 1953. dian District, and a negotiating truck drivers will. not make trips with the trucks taking back pas­ tary-Treasurer, 675 4th Ave., Brook­ Harry Deitch, Notary Public. (My committee headed by Ernie Hughe; |for just a couple of men, they will sengers after delivering slop chest 'be hkppy to pick up a sizable group supplies. lyn. NY; Robert Matthews, Assistant commission expires March 30, 1954.) as chairman. Statement Of Ownership Free Ship-To-Hall Taxicabs Newest Sea Chest Service ^ -^1 ri/I �-T — -7t« P«|r« Foiii;, --.^-^^^jrvi.g.^i|t^.;..^.|. , ,j.;.. SEAFARERS Oetober 8. 19W .^ tOQ AFLCanvention Votes Major Developments In Labor Field ( f--24if1 An actiori-crammed five-day convention of the American Federation of Labor cam6 to a clo^e in St. Louis on Friday, September 25, 1953, after several precedent-breaking decisions. OUR BROTHERS IN CANADA HAVE HAD to hang up the deep iChief among them was the action of the convention in expelling the International Longsea ships in that country because the shipowners there don't see why sholremen's Association and a seaman should operate on a 40-hour week like shoreside workers. As the membership of another amendment of the Taft-Hartley setting up a new AFL long- among recognized trade union. a result, the Canadian seamen have hit the bricks to enforce a demand law attracted a great deal of at­ shoremens' union. tention, particularly with the that is recognized by all as justified for all workingmen. Jurisdiction Machinery Other important decisions taken resignation of Secretary" of Labor This same provision has met with the approval of the Great Lakes In addition the AFL took steps by the convention included ap^ proval of a "no-raiding" agreement to eliminate jurisdictional difficul­ Martin Durkln just a few days be­ shipowners who have just concluded a contract with the SIU in Canada. It would appear to be entirely logical that the seamen on the offshore which is intended to pave the way ties between member unions of the fore the convention opened. Durkin addressed the delegates voyages should enjoy the same benefits as the men on the Lakes. for eventual unification with the AFL. Machinery will be set up to Up until now from all reports, the strike operation has been running CIO. The pact, which^has yet to umpire such disputes between and charged that President Eisen­ hower had given him personal as­ smoothly with everything well in hand. There has been no call from be approved by each of the mem­ unions in the future. The growing dispute between surances that 19 proposed amend­ our Canadian District for^assistance. But they can ber unions of the AFL, rules out rest assured that we in the Atlantic and Gulf Dis­ organizing efforts by one union labor and the White House over ments to the Taft-Hartley law would be recommended by him trict support them all the way. to Congress. Subsequently, the 4" * i 4 amendments were killed by mem­ ANOTHER CASE OF RESCUE AT SEA by an bers of the White House staff and SlU crew took place recently when the gang on the no recommendations sent to Con­ Seatrain Georgia took three Air Force men out of • gress. Durkin told the delegates the water. The seamanship of the SIU crew in he finally resigned when the Presi­ carrying out these rescues won warm praise from dent told him he could no longer the skipper of the ship and the commander of the go along with the proposed amend­ The Seafarers International Union (AFL), Great Lakes Air Force base in Bermuda. ments. District, won a significant victory last week in a»representaHere is another instance of the skilled professional seamen in the Nixon Speech SIU the kind of emergency that's pretty common in their call, tion election aboard five car ferries of the Ann, Arbor Rail­ The day after Durkin spoke the ing. meeting The men on the Georgia certainly lived up to the best standards convention was addressed by Viceroad Company. When the"^ of the industry. and improved conditions for the President Richard Nixon carryingfinal votes were tabulated, the men. 3^ i i a personal message from President SIU came out on top over the The election was held under the Eisenhower. The message spoke SOME READERS OF THE SEAFARERS LOG' v/ill probably be a National Maritime Union (CIO), jurisdiction of the National Media­ of a "misunderstanding" between little astonished by the story on page five of this issue about the priest opposing it on the ballot with tion Board after the SIU petitioned Eisenhower and Durkin and said in Seattle who went to sea as a wiper. It might strike them a little a 126-114 majority. With this for the election on behalf of dig- that the "defects" in the Taft- strange that a cleric would be found among the ranks of working victory, the SIU earned the right satisfied NMU members. The Hartley law were still under study, seamen, even if only for a temporary period. However, those of us to represent 295 employees of the ferries carry rail cars, automobiles subject to Presidehtial recommen­ who have gone to sea for a living find it the common thing for men'bf and passengers from Frankfurt, dations to Congress. company. every calling and- every .profession to join the ranks of the SIU gnd This is the second time the com­ Mich., headquarters of the com­ . • It was the first time that a vice- work as a seamen. pany has been under contract to* pany, to such ports as Manitowoc president of the United States- had Sailing Bug Bites' Them the SIU, having been with the and Kewaunee, Wis., and Menomi­ ever addressed an . AFL convention The sea has a fascination for a lot of shoreside people and if :the Great Lakes District before switch­ nee and Manistique, Mich. in person. But despite Nixon's as­ Looking about in the field of surances, the delegates seemed in­ sailing bug bites them, sooner or later you'll find.them shipping put, ing over to the NMU ten years ago. However, the employees labor representation, officials of clined to accept Durkin's explana­ whether they are postmen, salesmen, trapeze artists, plumbers or any once again voted to go with the the SIU declared they will next tion of what had happened as the other kind of caUing you might name. Then of course, We have the Seafarers, casting better than half try for an election on the Chesa­ more likely version. AFL Presi­ bulk of the sea-going membership, the professional seaman who has -' of the 241 valid ballots for the peake and Ohio Railroad's car dent Meany also indicated that he always. worked on ships. Turning it. the other way around, there's quite a few of our mem­ fex-ry service on the Great Lakes. accepted Durkin's version. The SIU. Although the Great Lakes Dis­ The company has seven ships op­ former Labor Secretary is head of bership who after sailing for a few years have decided to settle down trict, has not received NLRB cer­ erating on Lake Michigan and two the AFL Plumbers Union and was in one spot ashore and make themselves careers in law, the ministry tification as the bargaining agent on the Detroit River. In addition, a delegate of his union at the con­ or a variety of other professions. at this time, officials of the union the company is inaugurating a new vention. Seamen are long accustomed to this divenity of shipmates so they predict that they •\yill take steps car ferry service between Samla hardly think it strange.. It's, all part of the job, and air they ask of Memorial Service for better benefits, hijgher wages and Port Huron, Mich. any crewmember is that he stand his watch and be a shipmate in the Former president Harry S. Tru­ . man also spoke briefly to the dele­ true sense of the word. 4" J" gates at a memorial service for former AFL president William THERE'S BEEN SOME CHANGES IN THE SET-UP among ship­ Green who died last year. Others owners' organi^tions which may have, considerable .importance for addressing the convention includ­ the working seaman in the long run. The National Federation of ed Secretary of State John Foster American Shipping which'used to represent a portion of the nation's Dulles. shipping interests in Washington has gone oiit of business and has Action voted by the delegates been replaced by the American Merchant Marine Institute. Seafarers at the last Moblld mem­ of New York. Moore, who hails included approval of a program of Offhand this would not seeni to matter very much*to seamen, but bership meeting show^ their con­ originally from Massachusetts, public relations and continuation it could have considerable bearing on the position taken by the op­ fidence in Brother John Crews joinM in the port Of Bostan on of the current radio news series, erators before Congress on legislation dealing with maritime matters. when they elected him the meet­ April 27, 1946. He's 26 years old choice of,Los Angeles as the site Divided Viewpoint and now makes his home with his of the next year's convention, and ing chairman by In the past your Cnioh has expressed regret that the shipowners wife in Port Arthur. Both of these a decision to set up a new AFL a vote of 33 to 7. have been divided in their viewpoints before Congress. Several dif-headquarters in Washington. men siail on deck. Crews then took ferent organizations have been at odds over the kind over and ran the tit of shipping legislation that's' needed for the in­ Baltimore's meeting featured xn e m bership dustry. The result has been that Congress has three rank and file Seafarers in meeting in solid found it tough to find a common area of agreement charge of all meeting posts. Chair­ style. in the industry on which it could base legislative man of the gathering was Perley The 23-yearaction. O. Solberg, who sails in the en­ An outfit calling itself the old Seafarer is a Since the AMMI has now taken over for the old gine department. Solberg orig­ Order of Master Mariners is native of the federation, it could be a sign that the operators inally comes from the freshwater greatly distressed at a recent state of Alabama, Crews are coming closer together on legislative matters. state of Wisconsin. He joined the Coast Guard policy statement having been bom On that score it would appear to be a constructive dealing with shipboard disci­ there on November 4, 1929. He SIU in New York on October 17, move provided the, AMMI takes steps to consider pline. One of its representa­ started . sailing with the SIU as 1947. He's 65 years of age. the needs of those shippers who at present have no connection with tives testified in Washington Recording secretary at Baltimore soon as he was old enough to go that organization. that the policy statement v/a's to sea and became a member of was Seafarer Thomas A. Jackson, "dangerous" because it didn't the ynion in the port of New York veteran steward. Jackson is one 3^ 4" 4" specify that a seaman must of the early April 30, 1948. WE'VE HAD QUITE A FEW LETTERS RECENTLY from ex-Seaimplicitly obey an officer at members of the Crews sails in the deck depart­ farerS with the Armed Forces in Korea and from others in the Army SIU, getting his all times. ment with the SIU and has his remarking on how well they have been treated by Seafarers aboard The gist of the statement Union book in home and family in the port of ships in that area. It seem^ that quite a friendship has sprung up differentiates between a re­ Baltimore on Mobile. between ship's, crews and the Army men there. The SIU men in uni­ quest by an officer and an ac­ January 16, 1939. form write that seeing an SIU ship is the next best thing to a visit tual order. Seamen must obey He was bom in home. . ^ the order provided it is neces­ Lake Charles, which seldom has South Carolina In one instance the crew of trie Western Trader took a mUster and sary for the safety and .opera­ enough men around to make a on May 11, 1915, collected iponey to help one group of Army men build a chapel, an tion of the ship and has been meeting quorum, came up, with but now lives action for, which they were highly praised by a local Army newspaper. one of its rare meetings the other with his family commimicated in clearly un­ Jackson In the light of the good relations generally existing between seamen derstandable language. night. Matters were taken in in the port of and the Armed Forces,; it's a little hard to understand why the top The master mariners object hand by Searfarer James Parker Baltimore brass continues to impose restrictions on seamen's shore leave .in to the idea of an officer "re­ of Moultrie, Georgia, who served Albert J. Martinelli of Oneida, Korean ports, partici^ly when the fighting has ended there. questing" anything of a sea­ as meetihg chairnian, and Thomas Pennsylvania, was the meeting's . We've been .making some headway on this problem with the Defense Moore. Port Arthur, Texas, who reading clerk. Martinelli has been man. According to them, any­ thing an officer tells a seaman Department in Washington, although'they have been passing the buck handled the recording secretary's with the SIU for nearly ten years, to the local commanders in Korea on this score. In any case, these Job. Parker, .who is 45> has been joinihg in Baltimore on December is an order that should be rules are a pretty obvious injustice to our men, and your Union is con . a member of the BIU since April, 19«3. He's 31 years old and sails obeyed at all costs. tinning its efforts to remedy them. 1931^ when he Joined ill the port in the engine department Great Lakes SlU Wins Vote On Ann Arbor Car Ferries b Mutiny SuM Put ^Em In Irons iH If. rty iAs I S'oo It* • • ; •: % �Oetober t, l»St SEAFAntRS tOG Par* Fir* Priest Signs On As Wiper With SlU l! ' Seafarers are accustomed to having men from all walks of life for their shipmates but few can claim the experience of the crew of the Louis Emery, Jr. When the freighter paid off in Long Beach, California,'*' recently, one of the men The father gave another reason aboard for payoff was Father for his decision to go to sea. He Albert Schirmacher, a 33-year-oid has long been attracted by the con­ gregation of the sea and how to priest. Father Schirmacher, a priest in reach seamen with his message. To the Old Roman Catholic Church effectively get across to seamen. (not to be confused with the Father Schirmacher says, "You Roman Catholic Church), shipped don't just walk down to the dock out as a wiper for the trip to the and-approach people." He believes Far East for the same reason that that in working as a seaman he most SIU members ship out— can get to know the men better money. To be sure, the money than as an outsider. Something of motive in the padre's case was not this same philosophy is encom­ personal. His parish in Seattle is passed in the actions of a group badly in need of funds with which of French "worker priests," who to build a church. Services have took jobs in factories and fields to been held in temporary quarters get to know the laboring man bet­ thus far. When enough pledges ter. are in, construction on a church Have Own Code edifice will begin. Father Schir­ His experiences in talking to macher devotes all his earnings as Seafarers varied, the priest said. a Seafarer to the church fund and While he discovered that seamen these earnings have totaled $1,200 are a group apart, with their own so far. code and customs, he and the crew accepted each other on their own terms. While some crew members did not give "ringing" endorse­ Proper Repair ment to his pas£a.«.;eway bell-ring­ Lists Help All ing, many participated in daily mass with him. At first, the black The settlement of repair gang was a bit confused by the lists means a lot to the men presence of a man of the cloth in who stay aboard a ship, and to the engine room, but this distance the new crew that comes was soon replaced by friendly feel­ ings. aboard, just as the repair list Crew Built Altar made out by the previous He was soon referred to by the crew means a lot to you. familiar "Father Albert," a sign Because repairs mean a lot that he had made a hit with his fel­ to your comfort and living low Seafarers, in spite of his cleri­ conditions aboard ship, they cal ways. An indication of the es­ should be handled in the teem he was held in by these men of differing faiths was the gesture proper fashion. of the crew in building Father Each department delegate Schirmcher an altar to worship on. must make put three copies of When this altar was washed over­ his repair list. board in a storm, the crew pitched The ship's delegate should in and built him another, which re­ gave one copy to the head of mained intact. Crewmembers ob­ the department eoncerned, one served that the friendliness of the copy to the company represen­ crew to the padre puts, the lie to tative, and one copy to the the old sailor's superstition that a. Union patrolman. priest aboard was bad luck. While Father Albert did not say In this way, everyone has a whether or not he would ship out copy of the repair list and again, crewmembers indicated that there is a check to make sure he would be welcome on board. the work is done. rOR and ihe WiU CONtYITUTION RK3«re ANO PRIVllEGeS AS SlU MSN- ARg OlfARANrEED BY YOKK CONSmUTiON. • THJS TfA rUKB tS OEYfON.eb TO ACOUASNr YCMJ W)T« THESE giOHrs AMD F-RIVIIEGES. From Article XIII, Section 6 "Before assuming office, ever/ officer, port agent, and patrol­ man shall take the following oath: «'l do solemnly swear that I will faithfully execute the duties of of the SIU, and I will, to the best of my ability, protect and preserve the Consti­ tution of this Union and the wel­ fare of the membership'." Every elected official upon assum-. ing office must take this oath, which he is required to obey com­ pletely. Any violation of the oath would lead to immediate disci­ plinary action under the terms of fhe Union Constitution. , Seatrain Georgia is seen above maneuvering to pick up survivors from the B-29 which crashed into the Atlantic 30C miles from Charleston, SC. Part of pi ane which photographed rescue is seen at right. ST Georgia Rescues 3 Airmen Three survivors of an Air Force B-29 weather plane, including one severely burned crewmember, were rescued by the Seatrain Georgia, Saturday morning, September 19, after 18 hours in tiny rubber liferafts. Six other c rewmembers of the plane were picked up by the British steamship Nassau, Seafarers aboard the Sea­ sea. Nine crewmembers escaped third survivor. Airman Norman train Lines vessel- drew high but seven are missing and are pre­ Prosser, was found one hour later. praise from both the skipper of the sumed lost. He was in a rubber life raft in ship and the Air Force base com­ The Georgia was on her way south badly burned condition so the mander for their successful rescue to Texas City, Texas, when it Georgia put out its port lifeboat efforts, in high seas. picked up feeble distress calls. and hoisted him on board on a Burst Into Flames Checking with the Coast Guard, stretcher. The B-29 had been on a hurri­ the skipper learned of the plane Transferred To Cutter cane-hunting mission over the crash' and immediately proceeded Subsequently the Georgia con­ Gulf Stream, en-route from Hunter to the scene. Air Force Base near Savannah to Forty-five minutes later it picked tinued to search back and forth Bermuda. It burst into flames up the first two survivors, Paul L. across the area without success. wthout warning and went into the Dione and Edwin H. Sischo. The Meanwhile first aid treatment and morphine was given to the in­ jured survivor. With the man in bad shape and running a high fever, the skipper notified the Coast Guard and was instructed to proceed to the Charleston sea buoy. There the three survivors were transferred to the cutter Renewal of the investigation into the state of the US mari­ Travis. The ship then resumed its time industry has been announced by Senator Charles E. Pot­ course to Texas City. ter, chairman of the Senate subcommittee involved. The new­ Captain J. C. Wenzel expressed est set of hearings will open-*; high praise for all the crew, espe­ in San Francisco, October 21, gency" with foreign-flag craft. cially the men in the lifeboat in­ He emphasized that it was not cluding Seafarers Teofil Smigieland will deal with West Coast the purpose of his subcommittee ski, cardeckman; Yu Song Yee, carshipping problems. Subjects under examination at to look into crime and corruption deckriian; W. H. Smith, AB Main­ tenance; G. R. Johnson, bosun; this heating will be the Pacific on the waterfront. Other commitUe members are Harry Nelson, cardeckman; and AB coast's world-wide berth opera­ tions, the state of shipping to Ha­ Senators Warreii Magnuson (D., maintenance men C. Farnham and waii and Australia, coastwise op­ Wash.) and John M. Butler (R., T. J. Forsberg. Similar praise was received in erations including Alaska, tank­ Md.), both of whom are. from mari­ er business, shipbuilding and labor time states. . Counsel , to the sub­ a menage from Colonel Peterson, committee is John Drewry, who commander of the Kindley Air relations! served as counsel for,the House The Potter committee held a Merchant Marine Committee in Force' - Base in Bermuda. "My lengthy series of hearings last win­ the 81st and 82nd Congresses. heartiest congratulations" he wire­ ter and spring in Washington on Drewry is a specialist in maritime lessed, "for a job well done for aiding in search and picking up the general maritime picture, be­ law. survivors from drashed B-29." fore going out on the regional in­ vestigations, Subsequently, the committee plans to go to the. Gulf and study shipping out of New Orleans and other Gulf ports. Endorse 1938 Act As Senator Potter indicated in an exclusive article appearing in the August 21 issue of the SEA­ FARERS LOG the subcommittee is committed to the principles of the 1936 Merchant Marine Act, but may find it necessary to recom­ mend new legislation to meet changing conditions In the indus­ try. , The first hearings took up the question of the size and compo­ sition of the merchant fleet, its fu­ ture potential and the special problems faced by shippers. The new hearings will deal largely with the effectiveness of existing mari­ time legislation and the way It is being administered by the agen­ cies involved. Describing the shortage of United States-flag tankers as one of the biggest problems. Potter Airman 1/c Norman. E. Prosser, adrift for 24 hours in one-man added that it was "folly of the first dinghy, gets drink of water from Coast Guard seaman after rescue by Seatrain Georgia along with eight others from ditched lt-29. order to assume that we could Plane was hunting hurricane in the Atlantic Ocean. meet our heeds in time of emer­ Potter Committee Renews Maritime Industry Survey • SJtJ ',1 U'-ll �>,• %, V rmisbt «• ••, v;- t. SKAFARKHS 100 For Hospitals SIU NEWSLETTER Crews Aid from WASHINGTON I ' ' -I I I • Ml 1 • I ^ Because the Immigration Service and the Department of State are bogged down in work, without enough manpower to handle the job. properly, it may be years before all alien seamen are documented with individual non-immigrant visas, as required under the McCarran Act. The law, which became effective in December of last year provides that alien seamen must have valid passports and individual non-immi­ grant visas. However, at the same time, the law provides that until such time as it becomes practicable to issue these individual visas, alien seamen may be admitted into the US if their names appear on the crew list of the arriving vessel. The process of Issuing individual visas to seamen has bogged down at American Consulates due to lack of personnel. The Department of State has indicated that unless Congress provides more funds for the hiring of employees to handle the work, it may be four years be­ fore all alien seamen receive their individual visas.. t Representatives of AFL and CIO unions on the West Coast meet in the MEOW hall in San Francisco to protest the proposed closing of US Public Health Service hospitals. Marty Breithoff, SIU West Coast representative, is standing at right while Tom Banning, San Francisco port agent, is seated third from left. Spurred by the growing threat against the USPHS hospital program, Seafarers aboard the Brightstar (Traders) took matters into their own hands this week after a meeting aboard ship and sent telegrams to Senators and Congressmen protesting a proposed slash in the budget which would cut into-^ the life-line of the marine hos­ Congress sits next January to con­ decided interest in keeping the hospitals open, with the SIU lead­ sider the question. pital .program. A total of 39 telegrams were sent to the legislators, including President Eisenhower and Sena­ tors Jackson of Washington, Kefauver of Tennessee and Watkins of Utah urging that the hospitals be kept open, according to M. A. IMachel, ship's delegate. This pile of telegrams added to the growing numbei-s of mail directed to Wash­ ington in a concerted effort to get Congress to oppose any budget cut tor the coming fiscal year. The snowballing movement is in response to a plea in the SEA­ FARERS LOG for the membeis of the SIU to Inform their Con­ gressmen of the situation and urge them to oppose it when the Close All But Three At present, there are 16 USPHS hospitals operating throughout the country, after ten closings in the past two years. Director of the Budget Joseph M. Dodge has proposed that all but three, the Carville leprosarium, the narcotics hospital at Lexington, Ky., and the mental hospital at Fort Wortli, Texas, be shut down. Similar sen­ timent is found in the Department of Health Education and Welfare whose director, Ovcta Culp Hobby, led the fight in the last session of Congress to curtail the number of hospitals serving seamen and Gov­ ernment employees. Maritime interests have shown a SIU COMMITTEES I L.. •nI I AT WORK Another instance in which a headquarters appeals committee has acted favorably on the appeal of an accused Seafarer took place recently in New York. In this case the Seafarer had been tried by a committee in Philadelphia and or­ dered expelled under the provi­ sions of Article XVI Section 2 (lu of the constitution dealing with deliberate a n-d imauthorized in­ terference w i t li the execution of an official's du­ ties and delib­ erate and mali. cious villificalion. Further penalties of lesser nature had been pro­ Beach vided under Ar­ ticle XVI Section 3 (c). The Seafarer appealed the con­ viction to headquarters on the .grounds that the penalties were too severe, particularly in light of his past blameless record in the Union. A committee consisting of A. T. Arnold, J. A. Anderson, Alex Dudde, Robert Beach, John Jellette and Will Vaughan was elected by a special membership meeting at headquartei's to hear the case. Penalty Too Severe After hearing all the evidence pro and con, tlm cpni^ttee decided that the conviction was justified but that the trial committee's pen- alty recommendations were too severe. Consequently they recom­ mended that the sentence of ex­ pulsion be reduced to' the mini­ mum penalty for that offense, a fine. Similarly, the two year sus­ pension voted under Article XVI Section 3 (c) Was also reduced to a fine, clearing the man to ship through the SIU hall, t Performing at the payoff when the patrolman is trying to straight­ en out beefs and the men are getting their money Is considered a most serious offense. It's cer­ tainly annoying to men who want to get their dough and get ashore. One Seafarer down in New Orleans was brought up on charges "because at payoff time he was drunk .and interfering with the procedure of an orderly payoff. He was notified to appear before a trial committee consisting of Fred Shaia, George McFall, Shaia Louis Suslovitz, P. N. O'Connor and Sam Busby. The accused Seafarer acknowl­ edged tlie registered letter of noti­ fication but failed to appear. Con­ sequently the trial was held and the man found guilty. A two year suspension and fines on three, counts totaling $150 were imposed. ing the way as it did in the battle during the last session of Con­ gress, resulting in the saving of three hospitals scheduled for the axe. Mates Call Walkout On Tankships Deck officers aboard 200 Ameri­ can-flag oil tankers operating on the Atlantic and Gulf Coast, mem­ bers of the Masters, Mates and Pilots Union, , have walked off theh* ships in a work stoppage as contract demands were, not met by operators of 200 tankers. Captain C. T. Atkins, head of the Master's, Mates and Pilots, AFL, which represents 2,000 deck officers on tankers, announced that negotiations for a contract were stalemated, and that no work would be done 'without a contract. The union's two-year pact with the company expired during the week and Atkins said that the union was authorized by a vote of the mem­ bership to strike, if necessary, to win their demajids. Vacation Issue Prime points over which the contract is stalled and which the union is demanding is a one-month vacation after each five months wofiked, for hiring of all officers from second mate down through the union hiring hall and for em­ ployment of relief mates to relieve regular officers while a ship is in port. According to reports, the union has decided to forego a six percent increase in base wages in favor of the extended vacation plan. Agreement was reached on some union demands but the employers refused to yield on the key vaca­ tion issues. Company spokesmen reportedly were in favor of the straight six percent wage increase instead of the vacation plan which is considered more desirable by the union. Union negotiators are standing by for further talks. At present the major negotiations are being conducted with the Pan American Petroleum and Transport Company. V t i Members of Congress gradually are becoming aware of the fact that the problem of maintaining an adequate operating fleet cannot be separated from the problem of maintaining an American shipbuilding industry. However, whether Congressmen are willing to become an ally of the shipbuilding industry, and approve a few dollars here and there for maintaining the.industry, is problematical. ' The importance of the shipbuilding industry to national defense is self-evident. During.^ the last war; the percentage of Government ex­ penditure for wartime shipbuilding facilities was exceeded only by the percentage of expenditure devoted to two other industries: ord­ nance and aircraft manufacture.;;, t t The newest company negotiating with the Government for purchase of Mariner ships is the Matson Navigation Company. However, the rub is this. Actually Matson wants to build new combination passengercargo ships for its US West Coast-Australia-New Zealand run. On the other hand, the Maritime Administration, Department of Commerce, is trying its best to seli Mariners and is attempting to interest Matson in converting a couple of Mariners. ', The Government has received feelers from the American, President Lines, States Marine Corporation and Moore-McCormack Steamship Lines as to purchase of the new type ship, but is keeping a tight lid clamped on the negotiations for sale. To date, the Pacific Far East Line is the only company that has contracted to purchase Mariners. Opinion differs among maritime employers as to the worth of the ships. Many claim the steamship industry cannot absorb the 35 Mariners at $4,500,000 per ship, which is the estimated price for the vessels under present law. The hint by the employers is that they would like to see special legislation in order to reduce the sale price. However, Louis Rothschild, new Maritime Administrator, will try to get rid of the Mariners without any special legislation. t i ^ The past two-week period was quite a period at the Interstate Com­ merce Commission for intercoastal steamship lines. In several im­ portant decisions, the ICC (a) denied the application of West Coast Trans-Oceanic SS Line (Trader Line) to engage in the intercoastal trade; (b) authorized States Marine Corporation to engage in the eastbound intercoastal movement, beginning in December of this year, of lumber and timber from California, Oregon and Washington ports to US Atlantic ports from Hampton Roads to Eastport, Maine; and (c) granted eastbound intercoastal operating rights, as a common carrier, to the Isbrandtsen Company. At the present time, there are about 13 carriers having authority to operate as common carriers in the intercoastal* trade, and three with authority to operate as contract carriers. In its new eastbound inter­ coastal lumber service. States Marinie will operate 24 sailings yearly^, averaging 2 a month. Isbrandtsen, under its new authority in the, domestic trade, will make 26 yearly eastbound intercoastal sailings. Both States Marine and Isbrandtsen aiso operate extensively in the foreign trades, so that the;ICC decisions regffintr the policy that steahii ship lines have the right to opeitate; both in foreign and domestic trades^ provided they otherwise qualify under the law. • J, • Ji ^ Although Iron ore promises to become one of the most 'important items of American seaborne commerce during the next decade, no American flag ore ships are being built to share in this booming, im­ port trade. It has been estimated that ore imports from Labrador, Newfoundland, Venezuela, Sweden, Liberia, Mexico and Cuba will exceed 25,000,000 tons a year by 1955. These foreign imports are necessary because depleted dome.stic ore supplies cannot meet the ever-mounting demand for iron and steel in the US. The prospects are that this vital material for American industry will be carried primarily by foreign-fiag ships, unless American vessels are built. At the moment, there are only about 10 ships under the US flag which were especially de,signed for hauling' iron ore in foreign commerce. t' 3. ft The Maritime Administration and Federal Maritime Board are prey­ ing once again to being no more than the stepchild in Government agency circles. For many years, the Government shipping agency has been located in the Department of Commerce Building in this city, but wL.it happens! A new agency is formed and it becomes necessary for somebody to move out of the Commerce Building to make room. The MA and FMB are choisen to get out, and find new headquarters elsewhere. '" Maritime is moving into the General Accounting Office Building, The irony of this is that Maritime will be ,in the same building as the Comptroller General of the US, an outspoken critic of the administi'ation. of the shipping laws. . , . . , , �Oetolber %. IfSI SEAFARERS SOLONS TOVil FABM BELT—A bus load of Congressmen, mem­ bers of the House Agricultural Committee, was busy touring agricul­ tural areas of the country last week In an effort to work out a solution for skidding farm prices. The lawmakers spent most of the week In the Southeastern states, which have been particularly hard hit by the slump. Indicative of dissatisfaction on the part of the farmers with the Elsenhower administration was the symbol of a pair of shrunken trousers, presented to the Congressmen to Illustrate shrunken farm income and called "Elsenhower Pants." Secretary of Agriculture Ezra Taft Benson was the target of the bitterest attacks by the farmers In the South and the Mid-West. Unless the situation is alleviated quickly. Indications are that the Republicans will feel the discontent In next year's Congressional elections. it 4" 4" WHERE IS BERIA?—The button, button, who's got the button ac­ counts of the whereabouts of L. P. Beria, purged Soviet Interior minister^ read like something out of £: Phillips Oppenhelm. During the past ten days Beria has been reported In Spain, France, Denmark, West Ger­ many and Yugoslavia. An agent of Senator Joseph McCarthy claims to be in touch with him. The story goes that Beria managed to escape from his Soviet prison and make his way to Western Europe, where he got in touch with Senator McCarthy's agent and offered to "tell all," In return for political asylum. Responsible Government circles de­ nounced the rumors as a hoax. i t RED PILOT TO GET |100,000—In a dramatic break for the UN lines, North Korean Senior Lieutenant Noh Keun Suk flew the first MIG-15 Into Allied territory. This Is the first opportunity that UN forces In Korea have had to examine the Russian-built super-speed jet. Speculation 'arose Immediately as to whether General Mark Clark's offer of a $100,000 reward to the first North Korean 'or Chinese pilot to deliver one of the jets Intact was still valid, since the cease fire. American authorities announced that Lt. Noh would re­ ceive the money, on which he will not have to pay American Income tax, and be granted political asy­ lum. A thornier problem seemed to be the disposition of the plane. Indications were that the MIG-15, after a thorough going ovep« by UN technicians, would be returned Lt. Noh Kuen Suk, North to North Korea. Korean pilot who flew the 4" t 4> first MIG-15 to Klmpo Airport AMERICAN POWs ELECT TO to collect a $100,000 reward. STAY — Twenty-three American prisoners of war, held in North Korean stockades for periods of time ranging from a few months to three years, have refused repatriation and indicated that they will remain in North Korea or China. When the group was delivered by their captors to the neutral-manned repatria­ tion camps they shouted to the Chinese that they would "meet you In Peiping." Then, In cheering-section fashion, they proceeded to shout Communist slogans, sing the Internationale and jeer at American troops as "imperialists" and "wat-mongers." Among the responses from Washington was a proposal by Congressman Otto Passman,, Democrat of Louisiana, that the Government send the wives and parents of these men to Korea In an effort to persuade them to return. 4" 4" 4" WARREN NAMED CHIEF JUSTICE—California's Governor Earl Warren was named Wednesday to succeed the late Fred Vinson as Chief Justice of the United States., A former Republican Vice-Presi­ dential candidate and twke a contender for his party's presidential nomination,' Warren has served as governor of the nation's second most populous state for three consecutive terms. tr'uf Sere* LOG Deaf To III Members' Needs, Turn Down Request For Blood Aid NMU patients at the Manhattan Beach USPHS Hospital last week started another campaign in an attempt to get some help from their union's welfare plan. While on the West Coast, the NMU patients in the San Francisco USPHS Hospital thanked the SIU for supplying blood donors for one^' of their brothers after the blood donors. The NMU, they said, ships, that NMU patients NMU had turned them down. turned them down and told them state that, "It has become so now The 'Frisco patients also stated that they were completely In back of the Manhattan Beach attempt to get some help from the welfare plan as the Manhattan Beach pa­ tients began a campaign of letters to all NMU ships and halls and a letter to Neal Hanley, NMU secre­ tary, In an attempt to get some action. Nothing Since Christmas All long-term patients, they ex­ plained that they have not gotten any help Trom the NMU/s welfare plan after their first 13 weeks In the hospital. "We haven't gotten any money from the union since last Christmas," they said, "and with about 100 men here, the only money we've gotten since Christ­ mas was one $70 donation from one ship. We got a 'bonus' of $25 from the welfare plan and $10 from the NMU Itself at Christmas, but we only got that after the SEAFARERS LOG ran a story about how we weren't getting any help from the union." In a letter to Hanley, the pa­ tients asked that a "responsible official" of the union be sent to the hospital to meet with the pa­ tients, but that It be somebody who had the authority to make de­ cisions for the union. Hanley an­ swered their letter by saying that the patients are free to see the top officials of the union, just as everyone of the membership. Han­ ley also told the patients they could tell their problems to the regular patrolman who visits the hospital occasionally. Meanwhile, on th^e West Coast, the patients in the Frisco hospi­ tal sent a letter of thanks to the SIU. "Just a few lines," they said, "to express the thanks and appre­ ciation of all the NMU members In the tuberculosis ward for the vital assistance rendered by the members of the SIU in San Fran­ cisco and for the spirit of friend­ ship in which this aid was given when one of our members had to undergo surgery a couple of weeks ago." The NMU members explained that, when one of their members had to have an operation, they called the NMU hall and asked for that no blood donors were avail­ able. Then, they said, they called the SIU "and explained our situa­ tion regarding the blood needed. We don't know who answered the phone In the SIU hall, but we cer­ tainly breathed a sigh of relief when the answer was, 'Why cer­ tainly. I'll put the call up and send some men out right away.'" The West Coast patients also joined with their brothers at Man­ hattan Beach In voicing their dis­ satisfaction with the NMU welfare plan. "We have to depend on do­ nations from the ships," they said, "because we don't get any money from the union. We didn't even get the Christmas bonus that was given to the guys at Manhattan Beach." In the letter they sent to all NMU Trades Union Book For Khaki Look 4 • "4 Former Seafarer L. J. DeGane, left, recently inducted into the Army, asks Paul Drozak, Seattle patrolman, about retiring Union book. Later, he picked up his last SIU Vacation Plan check for a while, before heading back to his new outfit. YOUR DOLLAR'S WORTH SEAFARERS GUIDE TO BETTER BUYING Budget For A Family What does a family need to live on these days? This question may be of Interest to bachelor Seafarers con­ templating the matrimonial leap, as well as of vital Im­ portance to married men and their families.. This department has worked out a budget for a wife and tWo children based on today's living costs. We esti­ mate it would take about $60 a week to provide a typical family of three with a moderately comfortable and healthy but economical standard of living, exclusive of the hus­ band's expenses (not Including his clothing, tobacco, shav­ ing needs and other expenses, nor even including the cost of his food while at home.) For a wife and just one child, the costs—based on the same moderate standard of living—would be about $45 a week. For a wife rnd three youngsters, the weekly tab would be about $72 a week. (You can figure that living costs for a fanilly of two generally.are about 25 per cent less than for three; for a family of four about 20 per cent more.) Budgets Will Vary Now mind you, these are only "typlcaU' costs and since there is no actual "typical" family, each one's budget must vary^ according to Its needs and per;>onail desires. - The only'value of a typical budget of this sort Is as ,a yard­ stick for making out i^our own budget, and. to serve as a checkub rawberd you might be byiersi^nding in some de­ that the brothers are absolutely destitute due to the inadequacy of the so-called pension and welfare plan." They ask their NMU brothers, "Why are other unions paying benefits indefinitely and yie NMU only for 13 weeks?" And they point out that, "It has come to the point where we have to bum for cigarettes and other essentials." The patients state that they have written letters of complaint to the "Pilot," the NMU's newspaper, but that the letters have never been printed, and also state that their pleas for meetings with NMU offi­ cial and for clarifications on the welfare plan have all been turned down, and ask all their NMU brothers to join in the campaign to help them out. partment of family living. Otherwise, you have to tailor your own budget. For example, some families may have to. pay more than the $12 a week (approximately s$51 a month) alloted in our sample budget for rent and heat, and thus be compelled to cut down on some other ex­ penses. Too, your family living costs Increase as children get older. Here's the sample budget we've worked out for a "typi­ cal" family of three, considering it to include one child of five and one of ten: EXPENSES FOR WIFE AND CHILDREN Approx. Per Cent Food $1S.00 31.5 Rent, Heat ..... : 12.00 20 Utilities 2.00 3.5 Clothing and Upkeep 7.00 12 Home Furnishings, Repairs 4.00 6.5 Medical Care 3.00 5 Personal Care 2.00 3.5 Transportation 3.00 5 Recreation, Advancement . 4.00 6.5 Savings, Insurance 4.00 6.5 $60.00 100% ': The allotment for medical care is typical of actual Written exclusively for THE SEAFARERS LOG. by Sidney Margolius, Leading Expert on Buying average costs, which run about five per cent of income. The rent or home expense item, of course, is the big vari­ able on which other budget allotments depend. "Per­ sonal care" includes haircuts, toilet soaps, tooth pastes, cosmetics, etc. The "Transportation" item is a moderate one, and does not allow for owning a car. According to the AAA, it costs about $900 a year to own a car, includ­ ing depreciation and garaging, if you do the average mileage of 9,000 miles a year. Even if you own an older car with only small depreciation, have no garage expense, and your mileage down to 4-5,000 a year, it would still cost you about five bucks a week. The big question is, can a family of three feed itself on $19 a week? Yes, if it buys right. Remember that this sum does not Include soaps and toiletries, nor food for entertaining, but just family food. Food is the item with biggest difference among families. One survey showed that some families spend less than $5-per person a week, others in the same city spend over $12. Our budget allots a little over $6 per person. To make you own budget, you first ought to keep a record of all your spending for several months, then com­ pare your average weekly expeqditures with the typical figures shown here. Then make up your own budget on the basis of what you feel you need to spend in each category. �" Pace Slclit SEAFARERS Co. Tokes Care' Of Oldfimer—For Cash , IPG Oetober 2,195S CASH BENEFITS SEAFARERS WELFARE, VACATION PLANS REPORT ON BENEFITS PAID To.....^.r«?^:r...'!5r.5 fnm No. Sfff«f« ReceiTlng Benefit* thU Period i Aitntf Benefito Paid Each Seafotet Total Benefits Paid this Period •PM •ss WELRAM, VACATION BENEFITS PAID THIS PERIOD Crewmembers of the Florida stand with bowed heads around the coffin of the late Seafarer. Juan Santalla. at dockside ceremonies in Havana conducted by the Masonic lodge of which Santalla was a member. Just in case there are any seamen around anywhere who think a company will "take care" of them—unless it's made to do so by a strong union contract—they might consider the case of Seafarer Juan Manso-* their bill of $700 includes a charge Santalla. Santalla gave 45 years of of $145 for transporting Santalla's It service to the P. &. O. Steamship Company, which operates the Florida, which shuttles between Miami and Havana. When San­ talla died aboard the Florida on September 1, however, the com­ pany refused to do anything, al­ though he had started working for them in 1908. Demanded Cash For one thing, the company would not accept any responsibility for the preparation of Santalla's body in Havana so that it could be returned to the States for burial. Instead, tde company in­ sisted that Joe Cruz, Santalla's beneficiary under the Seafarers Welfare Plan, put up a deposit of $700 before it would even notify the undertaker in Havana to em­ balm the body. Cruz, an oldtimer who had sailed on the Florida and helped organize it, put up the $700. By mail, Cruz received a receipt from the undertakers for $700 for "serv­ ices rendered," but received no itemized statement showing just what his money had gone for. Charged For 'Baggage' In addition, Cruz received an excess baggage check of $41.77 from the P. & O., for loading ex­ cess baggage, meaning the com­ pany was charging him for putting Santalla's casket aboard ship. Although he has no itemized statement from the undertakers, Cruz says, he understands that Speak Your Mind At SMU Meetings i.fc 113 ,k. fe.^ ii^. ' Under the Union constitu­ tion every member attending a Union meeting is entitled to nominate himself for the elected posts to be filled at the meeting—chairman, read­ ing clerk and recording secre­ tary. Your union urges you to takOjan active part in meet­ ings by taking these posts of service. And of course, ail members have the right to take the floor and express their opinions on any officer's report or issue under discussion. Seafarers are urged to hit the deck at these meetings and let their shipmates know what's on their mind. body from Havana to Miami. This is in addition to the charge of $41.77 from the company for load­ ing the casket aboard ship, as "ex­ cess baggage." "If they do charge for transport­ ing the body," Cruz says, "I think that's one of the lowest things a company could do to a man, after he'd worked for them for 45 years." Buried In Key West After being returned to Miami, Santalla's body was sent to Key West for burial, and wreaths of flowers wei-e,sent from the crewmembers in each department on the Florida and from the Union. The company, Cruz reports, "did not even send one flower." States Appeal Tidelands Act oc HoaBltal Bene&tm jum Pf yh Ptayfitt PltiblMty gwfiw 11 SIS At MltttilitT BeMBM Pcatlfef U Toeel WELFARE, VACATION BENEFITS PAID PREVIOUSLY HosBkal Beoefits Peid Since Tulv L 1950 * Death Benefite Paid Since Tulv L 19*10 » Dlaabilitv Benefka Paid Since May 1. 1952 * •w 375" o/s [ / fcr Matfrolty Bfflefitf Pajj Sig^f Apytf |, Vacation Benefka Paid Since Feb. 11. 1952 * oa Laj Stl JsisL 2i • Dftty Bfnefif ?cgaa WELFARE, VACATION PLAN ASSETS Vacation Cash on Hand Welfare Estimated Accounts Receirable' Welfare US Government Bonda (Welfare) Real Estate (Welfare) Other Assets - Training Ship (Welfare) TOTAL ASSETS *l£2fJULl l^/.lLS oa iinrrfn^ In a move to fight the recent tidelands oil bill, passed by the Republican 82nd Congress and signed by President Eisenhower, three states have filed suits asking that the law; be ruled unconstitu­ tional by the Supreme Court. The states involved are Alabama, Ar­ SOMMENTSt kansas and Rhode Island. The offshore oil bill provides that revenues from deposits of off­ shore oil which formerly went to aided by Union publicity on sending applications for various all the states now be paid to three lenefits directly to the headquarters offices of the Union. states only, Texas, California and Louisiana. It also established the boundaries of Texas and Florida as ten miles out and Louisiana thiee he assets of the Plans continue to grow, even though new miles out. benefits are added frcoi time to time. Present^ assets of the The three 4)rotesting states are attempting to have the new law de­ Plans combined totals |3,753y9Ag*A5* clared unconstitutional and seek to prevent the federal Govern­ ment from turning over to the Anyone desiring information on benefits due under the Flans three coastal states revenues al­ should contact the nearest glU Port Agent idio wU^ be able ready held by the Treasury from submerged oil lands. They also '»o supply them with the informatioi^ seek permission to sue California, Louisiana and Texas. In addition, Alabama desires to 9*-28—53 »ftt#ooo'ooooo«rft«ooiOft••••••Oft•••••••••wowt Mtrator Smbmitad r, AMMI restrain Louisiana, Florida, and Texas from carrying out a plan to require fishing licenses from those states to fish inside the newly-de­ fined boundaries in the Gulf of Mexico. The Attorney-General claimed that Alabama citizens had All these are yours without contributing a single nickel on your part — Collecting SIU bene­ ft eonriitutional privilege to fish fits is easy, whether it's for hospital, birth, disability or death Yeu get first rate personal is thft Gulf of Mexico. service imraediately through, your Union's representatives; ler^Ea rfl Payments of all benefits maintain a steady level, possibly ... and, remember this... �October 2. 1981 SEAFARERS LOG Pare Nino UNION TALK Alawai Harvests 10 Stowaways By KEITH TERPE Tlie resounding action of the delegates to the American Federation of Labor's 72nd convention in St. Louis last vyeek, with the Federation voting to end the 60-year affiliation of the Intemationar Long­ shoremen's Association, offers a mor&l which Atlantic seamen' should study carefully. Here was a case where the parent union body, the AFL itself, took action against one of its own units for being way off the -track of bona fide unionism. The old ILA was found guilty of every­ thing in the book and, because of that, it had no place in the AFL. Actually there was another way of putting the old ILA scheme of things out of business and that way, of course, was for the longshore membership to clean it up from within. This was something the honest elements of the ILA membership had tried before, but intimidation by the vicious forces in control stopped them evei-y time they tried to get underway. Thus, the only other method, the route chosen by the parent AFL, was the only way left to clean up the mess. _New Union On Its Way Now, with a new AFL longshore union on its way, and the decent members of the old longshore union flocking to it as a means of getting out from under the thumb of the mob, the once-victimized membership has a new lease on life. And what is the parallel in Atlantic? Maybe the king-pins of the Atlantic Maritime Employees Union aren't the same type of "racketeers" who ran the old ILA's membership into the ground, but they certainly operate the same way. The so-called "independent" 'Atlantic "union" has also kept the membership under its thumb through its direct tie-in with the company and the fact that a man either worked under the set-up which existed or he went hungry. This outlaw outfit, like so many other one-company set-ups of its kind which aren't really "unions," never acted like a bona fide trade union in its life. It has never held membership meetings, or a membership vote on its contracts and other deals with the company. Its elections for offi­ cials are rigged from the start; its financial operations have never been open to the on-the-spot inspection of the membership. Officials are on the payroll of the company and the "union" kt the same time; hiring is done on a "you, you and you" basis, with no attempt at a fair, demo­ cratic system of filling jobs. Close Parallel Between the Two The old ILA was charged and found guilty of the same abuses; in fact, the AMEU and ILA parallel each other very closely right down the line on all these items. The only difference lies in the means to eliminate them. There are also just two ways to put the AMEU and one-co^ipany outfits like it out of business. One way is for the membership to act, and that is just what is hap­ pening now as a result of the SIU organizing drive in Atlantic. Unable on the one hand to do anything from within—because of the vicious tiein between company and "union"—and recognizing that no group of workers can go it alone, crews of the Atlantic ships have moved to the SIU in overwhelming numbers. They'll complete the switch before long in the representation election which the NLRB is expected to order any day. The other way for the AMEU to disappear from the picture is for the company itself to give the word, but since the company was so obvi­ ously instrumental in setting up the rig originally, it is unlikely—even at this stage of the game, with defeat staring it in the face—to reverse its field. Atlantic seamen will save the company the trouble of doing that anyway, when they get their first crack at a really democratic ballot—and mark it "SIU." They recognize the obvious similarity between the old ILA and the AMEU, because of the facts on this issue which the SIU has been hammering home since early in the drive. Besides that, they see that the great body of US workers in the American Federation of Labor is determined that the rights of the membership shall be protected at all times. They want some of that for themselves. They haven't had it up until now. As added spice to an otherwise lively trip, voyage No. 29 of the Alawai (Waterman) turned up a probable first in maritime history when ten, count 'em, stowaways were found among the cargo as the ship was outward bound from Manila, PI, Seafarer Stanislaw Kwiatkowski reported. The stowaways, all of whom came aboard silently at the last port of call,-Manila, were hidden in two holds of the vessel. All they had among them was a common dream of reaching the the United States, via Honolulu, the equivalent of 13 cents and just enough clothing on their bodies for a tropical climate. They left the rest to hope and the fortune of the seas. It seems, however, that the onslaught against the ship was not a common plan among all ten of the stowaways. There was a splin­ ter group within the main body of sea adventurers. Eight of these sailors of fortune were banded to­ gether for a common aim, but two others, in a separate hold of the ship, had concocted the plan on their own. ^ Food Foray Revealed Them The two plans, however, came to a single end when two of the stowaways were discovered aboard the ship after a midnight foray into the officers' ice box. The junior mate made the original dis­ covery, but after that the entire crew was alerted. Led by Captain Ben Martin and the chief mate, who descended into the No. 3 hold, the ship was gone over with a fine tooth comb for any other free-ride passengers. Flushing the manila hemp cargo in the hold'^for the free loaders, the captain and the crew turned up four sorry-looking hitchhikers in a short time. All of them looked haggard and exhausted, as much by the 130 degree temperature in the hold as by the nauseating mo­ tion of 'the sea to the would-be sailors. Wondering if there were any others about, the captain went on with the search and flushed four more stowaways out of their hiding places in a matter of minutes. After the main body of infiltra­ tors clambered up on deck, looking more the worse for wear, the final two were discovered in the No. 2 hold suffering from the same condi­ tions. Back To Port The Alawai turned back and 24 hours after the discovery of the last of the marine adventurers, one of whom was a cargo watchman and another a ship watchman for the company, they were in the hands of the Legaspi port police force. Cartoon History Of The SIU In. 1947, the SIU had helped the United Financial Employees, AFL, and now in 1948, it needed aid in striking the NY Stock and Curb Exchanges. Top AFL leaders asked the SIU to help the UFE. When the strike' started, white-capped Seafarers walked alongside white-collar workers on picketline;. Nine of the ten stowaways aboard the Alawai are shown above after they were flushed out of holds in thorough search of ship. They await the arrival of police as an unidentified Seafarer, second from left, stands by. Legaspi police come aboard the Alawai after it turned around to drop off stowaways. Officer at left talks to two stowaways as another checks group at right. Alawai lost two days on trip. The Battle OI Wall Street The Taft-Hartley Law and NY police worked for the Wall Street tycoons. Cops were hostile. In one fracas, over 40 SIU and UFE members were clubbed to the ground by cops in what the American Civil Liberties Union called "wild and reckless use of stick force ... vicious and uncalled for." \o. 47 With T-H, NY police and NY City's adminstratlon against them, the UFE would have been beaten if it had not been for the Seafarers. Seafarers bol­ stered picketlines. Contributions from SIU ships supplied food and coffee. When the 32-day strike ended, T-H had not. been able to bust the UFE. �Pace Ten SEAFARERS LOG Octobers. 195S PORTMUSPOltTS an8 will be of particular advantage Miami: erty Bell (Tramp Cargo). Both of San Francisco: in emergency cases. these vessels signed on again here. Bill Holland, Ben Huggins and In-transit ships were the PenD. P. "Spider" Korolia, recently mar, Massmar and Portmar (Caldischarged, have re-entered the mar); Holystar (Triton); Yaka, hospital for further treatment and Topa Topa, Citrus Packer, BienAffairs of the port are in very are responding nicely. The outlook on shipping during viiie and Andrew Jackson (Water­ Very, very good is the word for good shape and beefs are few and the past period was fair, and we man); Seacomet II (Ocean Car­ shipping in this port, with the fu­ Laud SIU Stand far between, in other words the expect it to hold its own in the riers); The Cabins (Cabin); George ture outlook bringing on more of The SEAFARERS LOG, always coming two weeks. Lawson (Pan-Oceahic)'; Sunion situation is normal and keeping a steady pace. The crewing up of in high demand throughout the Paying off was the Fiorida (Kea); Marven (International^, Nav­ the same as the payoffs and sign the Gulf Water (Metro) has made hospital by the membership, mem­ (PiScO), with six ships in-transit. igation); Steel Fabricator (Isth­ ons pile up. the boys smile as it picked up the bers of other licensed and un­ In-transits included the Wacosta, mian); Jefferson City Victory and Ships paying off in the last shipping here and brought it back licensed unions and the hospital Afoundria and Fairport (Water- Lewis Emery, Jr., (Victory Car­ period were the Taddei (ShipenThe only beef the membership riers). to a normal pace. Outlook for the staff, is now even more eagerly ter); Coeur D'AIene Victory (Vic­ sought. The SIU position against has down here is the weather we A Real Clean One coming weeks is O.K. tory Carriers); Jean LaPitte and An editorial in a local paper the possible death blow to hospital have been having and a repair beef The Ames Victory pay off was a here stated recently that the old facilities is being keenly observed man); Ponce (PR Marine); and the piecard's dream. Captain Cothart Choctaw (Waterman) and BlackTobey committee now called the and highly commended by all. Mission San Miguel, a SUP ship, really brought in a clean ship. chester's Amersea. Ships, signing Ships paying off were the Del on the Florida. The repair beef There Potter Committee will investigate was not an hour of disputed on were the Taddei, Coeur D'AIene the Port of New Orleans regard­ Monte (Mississippi); Chickasaw, was a minor one and the company overtime, repairs were taken care Victory, Jean Lafitte, Choctaw ing such maritime affairs as New De Soto and Iberville (Waterman), finally- saw things our way and did of as the voyage progressed and and Waterman's Gateway City and and the Marie Hamili (Bloomfield). the job. Can't do anything about the few repairs that had to await Orleans' worldwide steamship con­ nections, shipping facilities, tanker The Del Valle and Del Rio of Mis­ the rain, though. It's coming down port were agreed upon before- Topa Topa. In-transits were the and Penmar (Calmar); fleet operating through the port, sissippi signed on in this port. in bucketfuls and has been doing -hand by the captain. There were Marymar Ames Victory (Victory Carriers); In-transits were Alcoa's Cava­ that for the past,two weeks. labor-management relations and no food beefs, no hardtiming, no Yaka and Bienville (Waterman); the general efficiencies of the port lier, Patriot, Ciipper and Polaris; loggings, nothing but money at Steel Fabricator (Isthmian) and Local On Strike system. The study, according to Isthmian's Steel Scientist, Steel the payoff. The patrolman who Tramp Cargo's Liberty Bell. Local 1539 of the Machinists Chairman Potter, aims at "a criti­ Flyer, Steel Director and Steel Union has been on the bricks for handled her is stiil recuperating It was reported to me that cal appraisal of the operations and Vendor; the Seatrain Savannah four weeks now from the shock. He came pre­ aliens were getting a hard time observance of maritime laws and and New Jersey (Seatrain); Clai­ and finaliy the pared for the worst. One more aboard the Taddei in Pearl Harbor. to insure an adequate fleet to borne and Monarch of the Seas Broward S h i p- beefless payoff and he'll be called I have been investigating it and the (Waterman); Margaret Brown carry on the commerce of the high yard has started "Whispering" Gayle. way things look the aliens are al­ seas." On all counts, the Port of (Bloomfield); South Atlantic's Lots of complaints piling up out lowed to negotiate a ashore through the Navy New Orleans seems certain to an­ Southwind and the Del Valle and contract after the here about the attempts to close base but can't get back on the ship Del Rio again. swer satisfactorily. up the marine Navy told the until one hour before sailing. Lindsey Williams owners to get the hospitals. When Veto Port Change Collect OT New Orleans Port Agent minesweepers on the names of In a noisy argument over an $18 these institu­ tit the way. The We were able to collect a few million port improvement project, company has tions were hours restricted time on the Amer­ CaldweU Houstonians last week threw Savannah: been building changed from sea when the master didn't grant a everything but the calculating ma­ marine hospitals shore leave to the crew, while lay­ them for the Navy and the Navy chines at each other and crippled wants the job completed soon. We to USPHS hos­ ing alongside the dock in the In­ their chance to ner harbor of Pusan. This. was donated $50 to the local and they pitals, it was buck New Or­ taken care of in top SIU manner were happy to have the SIU behind easier for the leans as a major Shipping in the Port of Savannah them. We found a few retired SIU "economy" bloc and everything turned out fine for Granberg Gulf port. The is going very well with the outlook and SUP men working with the to go to work the Seafarers involved. bond issue expecting to match it in the next outfit. on them, claiming they were not I would like to remind all men strongly support­ two week period. discriminating against seamen. John Caldwell is back here after to come in and take these jobs oh ed by organized Ships paying off in the past a vacation in Havana. He says h'e's On the beach here are; Frank the boards. With the shortage of labor and the period were the Lawrence Victory ready to ship out again with the Keeley, Dick MacManus, Harvey men we have in this neck of the maritime inter­ of Mississippi and the Trojan SIU. We also had Earl Smith of Hill and Bjorn Granberg. The woods, because of excellent ship­ ests was defeated Trader of Trojan. Sign ons in­ the BME vacationing and he's latter had to quote Mark Twain ping, the jobs should be snapped because of the cluded the Lawrence Victory, headed, back to New here York and his and announce that "rumors of my up to man our ships.. We are Holland divided attitude Trojan Trader and South Atlantic's job as chief engineer on the Steei death have been greatly exag­ meeting with several unions in of the business interests. The Southland. gerated." Somehow the crew of town concerning the closing of the Designer (Isthmian). NMU port agent in Houston stated In-transits included the Brad­ the Liberty Bell, which Granberg USPHS hospitals. We «:ent tele­ Eddie Parr that the opponents of the bond is­ ford Island (Cities Service); Alawai had left sick got word that he had grams to the president. and the Miami Port Agent sue could not have done a better and Azalea City (Waterman); Seapassed oi^and took up a collection parties concerned and expect to fol­ t t job if they had worked for the trains New York and Savannah, for his "widow." The bosun, how­ low through pn it later. New Orleans Chamber of Com­ twice each (Seatrain); Southland; Wilmington: ever, was very uncooperative and Two-Month Strike merce. Monroe (Bull); and Robin Goodbounced back into the hall the This issue revived the feud be­ fellow (Seas). next day. The money was re­ The Key System here in Frisco tween the ports and gave New Or­ Oldtimers on the beach include turned to the crew, who have is stiil on strike, but the SIU has leans the round in the fight and J. W. Floyd, F. G. Wesley, J. D. ceased to grieve for the "widow." not been asked to provide any help plenty to howl about in this port. Sellers, A. D. Smith, A. D. EdenViggo Sorenson feels that more as yet. They've set a new record in this port during field, J. Craven, G. R. Adams, L. theShipping of the membership should par­ for the length of time that they Official Shot past two weeks was again, bet­ R. Akins and J. P. Spivey. Men in in the shoreside adminis­ have been on strike. It is now over With the shooting of the treas­ the marine hospital are J. L. ter than average. Deck and black ticipate tration of the Union. He pointed 60 days and there hasn't been a gang ratings moved exceptionally urer of the AFL Chemical work­ Duffy, L. T. McGowan, F. W. Grant, that Union officials were con­ strike in this town to last that long ers in New Iberia, La., recently, J. Littleton, K. Bumgarner, F. F. well. We have reports here that out stantly being appointed to meet­ since before the war. the union ordered its pickets to Nelson, John Daniels, C. M. Kirk- shipping in San Francisco con­ ing posts. He thinks that brothers seems like Harry Bridges is up arm themselves and stand picket land, J. A. Gail, W. E. Freymuth, tinues good and several men here should feel honored to participate to It his old tricks again as he is now have traveled the short distance duty with automatic shotguns in M, J. Lohr and E. F. Cetti. in Union business. issuing pledge cards to-members in and caught ships. order to protect themselves. The the stewards department in an at­ Jeff Morrison We paid off the Ames Victory John Arabasx treasurer was injured recently tempt to organize the Marine Savannah Fo.^ Agent (Victory Carriers) and the Lib­ Wilmington Port Agent when one of the company guards Cooks & Stewards, CIO. He is shot him in the leg. The strike doing that, to hinder the Marine has been going on at the mine Cooks & Stewatds, AFL, organiza­ since August 8, 1952, and started tion drive, back in operation last October Oldtimiet' Sidney Gale :is in San : with scab labor. Francisco and waiting his turn to Going into its second year of ship,out again. He started to sea violence, no end is in sight to the Jeff GiUette, Agent EUiott 4334 FORT WILUAU... liavk Syndicate Ave, in 1936 and joined the; SIU ifiVe SIU, A&G District strike of AFL Paperworkers in TAMPA 1809-1811 N. Franklin St. Ontario Phone: 3-3221 Gay St. Hay White, Agent Phone 2-1323 PORT COLBORNB..; 103 Durham St. years later. He's now 62 years old Elizabeth, La. The strike has con­ BALTIMORE Agent 14 North Mulberry 4540! WILBUNGTO^ Calif SOS Marine Ave. Ontario Phone: 5501 and has sailed just abhut every TOSTON 376 State St. John Arabaaz, Agent Terminal 4-2874 TORONTO. Ontario tinued almost unabated since Sep­ Jamea 272 King St. B, Sheehan, Agent Richmond 24)140 HEADQUARTERS.:..679 4th Ave.. Bklyn. EMplre 4-5719 t3rpe vessel there is. He was drytember 13, 1952. There has been GALVESTON SECRETARY-TREASURER 30«'A 23rd Si. VICTORIA, BC......817H Cormorant St. docked in the hospital for a while, Paul HaU Keith Alsop, Agent Phone 2-8448 . Eknpire. 4531 an average of one dynamiting in ASST. SECRETARY-TREASURIIRS LAKE CHARLES. L« 1419 Ryan St. VANCOUVER. BC. 565 Hamilton St. but feels good now after a trip on Elizabeth every three days. More Leroy,Clarke. Robert Matthews Jo4 Alglna Pacific 7824 Agent Phone 6-5744 Joe Volplan MIA ML... SYDNEY. NS 304 Charlotte St. the Ames Victory as chief cook. He Dolphin Hotel Claude Simmons than 500 people have received Eddie WilVam Hajll Phone: 6346 hit Murmansk during the war on Parr. Agent Miami 9-4791 medical attention as a result of MOBILE BAGOTVILUB. Quebee. ^ 1 South Lawrence St. the John Witherspoon which was Af«nt Phone 2-1754 SUP gunshot wounds or beatings, out of THOROLD. Ontario 52 St. Dari% St. later torpedoed , and sunk. Then, ; CAnal 7-3202 HONOLULU: is Merchant St. a population of 1,400 persons in 113 Cote De La MOnUgue he went to Waterman ships until 's • • Phone. 5-8777 QUEBEC. Elizabeth and communities. A NEW VORK Quebec Phone: 2-7078 678 4W.'. PORTLAND S$S N. W. Everett SL SAINT JOHN...... 177 Prince WUIiam St. the end of hostilities and has been !' Beacon' 4336 dozen homes have been destroyed NORFOLK NB Phone: 2-5232 sailing'SIU ever since. .lOT^W "BaS^St! RICHMOND. CALIF. .257 5tb St. and at least 34 automobiles de­ Ben Rees, Agent Phone 4-1083 Phone 2509 Got quite a few men in the Pi^AD^P^ Market St. SAN FRANCISCO..; 450 Harrison St. Grtot Lakiss District molished. Dougiss 2-8383 Market 7-1635 marine hospital including C. O. POET ^TmjR .. 411 AuaUn St. SEATTLE 2700 1st Ave. Blood Bank Don Hilton, Rep. Phone 4-2341 Main 0290 "^Ph'Sii.rfW Bumette, L. Dwyer, John Dunn, ' FRANCISCO 450 H^iaon St WILMINOTON ...505 Btarine. Ave. BUFFALO. NY......... 180 Main St. Arrangements have been made SAN r. Banning, Agent Douglas 2-5475 Terminal 4-3131 . Phone: Cleveland 7391 Roy Green, O. Gustavcf^sen, J. I. Ave. BrooMyi ~ CLEVELAND 734 l.akeaide Ave.. NB Perreira, J. Sampson, Peter Smith, this week with the local USPHS Representative NEW YORK..... 878 4th Ave.. STerllng 8-4(ff: PUERTA de TIERRA, PR Pelayo 51—La 5 - Phone: Main 1-0147 hospital for the establishment of Sal Coils, Agent Ph6ne 2-5996 DEmorr....... , .1038 3rd % David Sorrersen and W. TimmerConodion District PUBSftTA LA CRUZ Caile Bolivar 25 our own blood bank. The memniah; ' ' ''' ' • MONTREAL... .«•« M. SL Wc*t bersjiip \jrjll thus be assured that S^A^AH . ,, --3 Abercorn St, rag: Morrison. Agent' Phone 3-1728 HALiyAE. jrjft n>ina i, Mu" Udod will bd available at all times SEATTLE. woo 1st Ave, New Orleans: 1^ />i Poller Gommlllee Will Check Perl Facililles No Joh Beefs In Miami Bnl Pienly On Wealher Shipping In Savannah Keeping Sleady Pace Deck, Black Gang Jobs Mcving Weil On CeasI L'' i:''t SW HALi. DIRECTORY Ratings Needed To Fit Jobs; Shipping Is Tops �SEAFARERS > • Qc^b.ieri ?,ili95S -irsn ..PORT JtfPORrS New York: Shipping Pielnre Hot . In Now Cool Hoi* York - I - Paee Elevea LOiS "• V, After the hottest summer on the local weather bureau's records, the heat wave has' finally broken. We • 'are getting some nice cool wdather - -in old JJew York and none too soon ' as I was considering asking for a transfer to Greenland or Alaska. Shipping picked up considerably "In the past two weeks in all de­ partments, with jobs of all kinds available for anyone not waiting for something special. All in all the shipping picture remains good in spite 'of a few ships having been ' laid up recently. Paying ^ off. were the Frances, Simmons Victory, -Beatrice, Carolyn^ Edith and Kathryn (Bull); Robin Doncaster '(Seas); Omega (Omega Waterways); Barbara Frietchie (Liberty Navigation); At­ lantic Water (Metro); Val Chem (Valentine Tankers); Southland (South Atlantic); Afoundria, Alawai, Wild Ranger and Azalea City (W a t e r m a nV, Seavigil - (Ocean Transportation); Government .Camp- and. French Creek (Cities Service); Northwestern Victory (Victory,Carriers!; Steel Rover and SteeJ ' Designer (Isthmian); Trans­ atlantic (Pacific, Waterways); Seatrains Savannah and Louisiana (Seatrain)' and the Amerocean (Blackchester). Ships signing on were the Steel Maker and' Steel Scientist of Isth'mlah; Robin Goodfell'ow (Seas); • . Captain N. B. Palmer (National ' Shippiilgli' and the Seavigil and Wild' Rhriger. Iti-transits were Waterman's' Tberville, Maiden Creek, Raphael Semmes, and Antinous; Seatrains New Jersey, New York, !rexas and Georgia (Seatrain)} Alcoa Pioneer, Roamer, Partner and Ranger (Alcoa); Southport (South Atlantic); Steel Ap­ prentice (Isthmian); Arlyn, Ange­ lina, Suzanne and Frances CBull); Alexandra (Carras); Robin Mow­ bray (Seas) and Seawihd (Seatraders). : Out Of Laynp We had two ships go into tem­ porary layup in the past two-week period, the Simmons Victory and . the Transatlantic. "To offset these layups we had the Omega and the Captain N. B. Palmer come out of temporary layup. Both of these took full crews. We have been informed that we will have another Mariner ship added to the SIU fleet around the end of October. This will be the Badger Mariner which is to be de­ livered to South Atlantic, in Ches­ ter, Pa. "This is good news as most of the ,boys like, these Mariners, and we all like the larger manning ?cale on this type of ship. Claude Simmons Ass't Secretary-Treasurer i Af . Boeton: ' Union Settles Trinity Overtime Payoff Beef Shipping continues fair in the port of Boston. Indications are that this situation should hold ,, steady. . Paying off in Boston were the ' Royal Oak and Logans,Fort (Cities Service); Yarmouth (Eastern); .and fhe Trinity. (Carras).- The Royal .Oak, Logans Fort and Trinity signed back on. , Ships-in-tfansit were: the Steel Rover (Isthmian), and the Antinr, ous, Raphael Semmes and the -Chickasaw (Waterman). • There wais. a beef, when the •Trinity came In for pay off. They called for two deckjgnaintenance' the company ordered .one OS (maint.) .aiid one! AB (maint.i. Both men had shipping cards with AB (maint.) so we forced the company to pay overtime and back wages to the man signed as an OS. The shipping .commissioner says there is no such thing as an OS (maint.).' He says that all men sign on as Deck Mainte­ nance and that the ratings cannot be altered, only the wage scales. Wrong Ship Most of the Hamaty new crew on the Trinity had spent the summer sea­ son aboard the Yarmouth and had their last ship to talk about. A mate admonished the painter not to be painting the name "SS Yar­ mouth" on the bow. Oh the beach here are: E. Cobley, G. Krause, C. Cain, B. Ricketts, W. Grant, M. Caldes, F. Hamaty, A. Remos, R. Lee and "Shipwreck" Higgins. James Sheehan Boston Port Agent AAA Lake Charles: Union Stands Ready As labor Front Is Aetlve Shipping has been fair here for the past two weeks aniT it is going to get even better from all indica­ tions. Ships coming through here in that period and taking several men apiece were the Government Camp, French Creek, Cantigny, Royal Oak, Logans Fort and Win­ ters Hill (Cities Service); Bull Run (Petrol Tankers) twice; Del Valle (Mississippi); Republic (Trafalgar) and the Val Chem (Valentine). Lots of action on the labor front here. The Brotherhood of Eectricai Workers, AFL, has a picket line At the air base and we offered our help in case it is needed. Also there was a one-day strike here when a contractor wanted to run a sub-contract with npn-imion labor. He thought he could get away with it but was soon persuaded other­ wise. The Teamsters set up picket Un s near'the job, on a highway r.err the city, State job or no. In the end they got what they wanted and we were ready to help if needed. Oh the beach here we find N. E. Baker, J. Parker, L- Parker, H. Corinell,,W. JOhsno, Ed Parsons, F. Reese, T. J. Moore, L. Clevenger, M. Guillory, T. Durio, B. Spear, T. Bolton, D. B. Fields, A. Morris and H. Granger. Leroy Clarke Lake Charles Port Agent Baltimore: Balto Mayer Promises Fight For Hespltats We are glad to report at this time that shipping has picked up in the past two weeks and the out­ look is that it will continue for the coming , two weeks. There are still plenty of jobs, so all the book­ men are doing all right in this port without cause to complain. Paying off were the Steelore, Venore, Chilore, Feltore, Cubeore, Oremar, Bethore and Marore (Ore); Angelina, Mae, Elizabeth and Hil­ ton (Bull); Beth Coaster and Calmar (Calmar); Robin Hood (Seas); Sweetwater (Metro-Petro); Steel Inventor (Isthmian); Hastings (Waterman and Bull Run (Petrol Tankers). All the ships signed on again with the exception of the Robin Hood, Sweetwater and Hast­ ings and including the Baltore (Ore) and the Seatiger (Colonial). In-translts included the be Soto, Wacosta, IbeiYille, Afoundria and Antinous (Water­ man); Alcoa's Partner and Rang e r; Chiwawa (Cities Service); Alamar. (Calmar); Robin Doncaster (Seas) and the Steel Designer of Isthmian. Visit SIU Hall Guzzi As the mem­ bership is probably aware, I have been in Philadelphia for the past week on the Atlantic Tanker drive and I am proud to say that it wili not be too long before we knock this outfit over. We have had two outstanding tankermen make a visit to the hall recently. They are William Hohrein off the Navi­ gator and Swede Ohstrom who is Imsun on the Traveler. They are fine representatives of the SIU and are going all out to line up the "antis." I met with the mayor on Mon­ day,^ September 21, explaining to him exactly what it would mean to us if the USPHS hospitals were closed. He assured us he would do everything possible to keep them open, realizing that if they were closed they would throw an extra burden on the local hospitals which are already overcrowded. We are drafting a letter now to the mayor who has assured us that he would have it published in all the local papers so that the people will become acquainted with our fight to keep the hospitrls open. We also want it entered in the Congressional Record and are trying to get our Congressmen in­ terested in the project. The mem­ bership here is writing letters to that effect. I would suggest every­ body does the same. Oldtimer On Beach Oldtimer Louis J. Guzzi is around on the beach now. He's been, a bookmember since 1946. He sails as chief electrician and does a bang-up job on every ship he sails. He thinks the SIU is tops, natural­ ly, and believes we offer more to seamen than any outfit in mari­ time. Claims that we had to fight for it, though, and he's right. We didn't get it handed to us, and he warns the youngsters on the ships to work harder so they can carry on when the oldtimers leave off. On Tuesday, September 22, Bal­ timore had its first air raid drill and it came off as a complete suc­ cess. We should have more drills so we'll know what it means and know what to do if th<t real thing ever comes our way. Earl Sheppard Baltimore Port Agent AAA Seattle: Sea Stories Scarce As Shipping Empties Hall Shipping has been extremely good for the past two weeks and it is expected to stay on an even keel for the next period. Ships paying, off were the Lib­ erty Flag (Gulf Cargo); Madaket, Gateway City and Kyska (Water­ man); Cuba Victory (Seas); Mother ML (Eagle Ocean); Western Trad­ er (Western Navigation); Longview Victory (Victory Carriers), and the Kulukundis (Martis). Sign-ons were aboard the Madaket, Gateway City, Kyska, Kulukundis, Western Trader and Longview Victoi-j'. Intransit ships were the Yaka and Bienville (Waterman); The Cabins (Cabins); Ames Victory (Victory Carriers), and Pennmar and Massmar (Calmar). We have had both the Cuba Vic­ tory and the Mother ML lay up and wefexpect a few more to follow suit. However, the steamship com­ panies say that these lay-ups are only tempor-ary and we certainly hope so. We wish we had some old timers on the beach so they could tell the membership some old sea stories, but with shipping so good there just aren't any around. We have been thinking of call­ ing the hospital and telling the doctors to get the boys in shape fast because we need them, but decided the hospital is doing a great job as it is. Those in the hospital now include E. E. Edinger, M. E. Newman, A. Compau and J. Thompson. Jeff Gillette Seattle Port Agent A &C SHtPPUfG imXMD Shipping Figgres September 9 to September 23 REG. REG. REG. TOiAL PORT DECK ENGINE STEW. REG. 88 34 17 37 Boston ..... 172 153 190 515 New York .. 154 38 6551 Philadelphia 361 84 Baltimore . 108 169 18 68 21 .29 'Norfolk » e^'e • • • • • b t • • • • • • 16 75 33 - 26 Savannah-' • •beteeeeoebfeeee 39 15 15 >.Tampa •'•••-•teeeONeeeetee* 137 35 48 54 Mobile ••••et«eee«»»ee»e 233 '72 87 '.74,-. ' Orieank »••••••< 28 162 20 54 Galveston .. 23 101 35 Seattle ,.•* 43 43 141 4U' '• 49 'San Francisco 34 32 99 33 WilmingtoB 'g • • o'v* •« • • • • ." » t • •t • •4 :-e ssMii i SHIP. DECK 21 167 • 47' 138 14 20 2 38 64 83 51 57 • 23. SHIP. SHIP. TOTAL ENG. STEW. SHIPPED 10 50 19 129 439 143 37 129 •" 45 •79 316 99 27 6 7 14 54 20' 3 9 4 106 35 33 164 48 52 205 56 66 119 • 27 41 154 44 53 67 22 . 22 sr. t725 -IvA ' 604I^VI7 519-: "-'is&O Z . - ff-' »7A .%i 1-3% Mobile: NewTeletyfie Machines Speed Port Messages 11 Shipping in the port of Mobile for the last cpuple of weeks was fair with approximately 106 men shipped to regular jobs and about 60 men shipped to various relief jobs around the harbor in the Marine Allied Worker:? Divisions. We had a total of eight payoffs, five sign-ons and three ships in transit for the last couple of weeks. Ships paying off in­ cluded, the Clai­ borne and Mon­ arch of the Seas (Waterman) and Alcoa's Puritan, Patriot, Clipper, Corsair, Runner Spencer and Polaris. Signons were Waterman's Warhawk and Claiborne, and the Polaris, Puritan and Runner. In-transits for the period were the De Soto and Chickasaw (Waterman) and South Atlantic's Southwind. There were no beefs for the last couple of weeks other than a few minor ones. They were settled to the satisfaction of the crew con­ cerned in every case. The City of Mobile recently had its elections for city officials and for the first time in 20 years swept clean the old officials and elected three new ones for the next four years. It followed a brief but bit­ ter election campaign with th« winners getting in on their prom­ ises to improve public services, lower public debts and save the city and the taxpayer money. The newly-elected City Commissioners took office on October 1. Speedy Service Another service for the mem­ bership was put into operation re­ cently when all offices of the A&G District were connected by tele­ type. This insures speedy handling of all beefs and urgent messages and will prove of immense value to the organization in time and money Saved. Recently, it came to good use as all ports were able to be notified in a matter of min­ utes that ratings of all descriptions were needed on the West Coast for payoffs coming in the next ten days. It beats the telephone and air mail by miles of tape and in­ convenience. Charley Spencer is one of the boys who dropped around the of­ fice recently. Charley has been around since the Union began and has been a Seafarer long enough to see and appreciate all the changes and benefits secured by the organization for the member­ ship. Charley is married and makes his home in Mobile and usually ships out of here as a QM. For the past few years, he's been concentrating on sailing the Alcoa passenger ships. He is better known as "Sardines" Spencer among his shipmates. At the present time we only have a couple of brother's in the USPHS hospital in New Orleans. These Mobile boys are William Reynolds and Roland Stanley, who would appreciate hearing fi;om thei? shipmates. A few of the oldtimers currently on the beach in Mobile include A." Pisani, F. W. Chavers, R. Graham, J. Demouy, E. Northrop, W. Ladnier, J. Owens, J. Davis, J. Fleming. R. Callahan, F. Cummings. H. Wilson, J. Russell and J. Graves; . Cal Tqnner r- 1 . -J il -"i ^ �SEAFARERS rafc Twelve IN THfi WAKE l^-l!'. LOG October t, 195S MEET THE SEAFARER In 1886 a lieutenant in the US from Mexico seeking the legendary L. F. "WHITEY" LEWIS, eh. elect. Navy was designated prown prince "seven golden cities of Cibola" to Sailing for better than a quarter "Whitey" has spent some time the north. Although they sighted of Samoa, thanks to a great-uncle vast, uncut forests, herds of wild of a century. Seafarer "Whitey" ashore as well as shipping around Questitfti: What do you consider Lewis has seen more than his the world, mostly on Waterman who had sailed in the merchant cattle and a great untamed wilder­ the roughest ocean or sea you have share of the world and adventures ships. His next-to-last vessel was fleet. In the 1790's, Charles Ripley ness, the Spaniards saw no cities, of the sea to go along with it. sailed on? the Jean' Lafitte, another Water­ went to Samoa aboard a New Eng­ only the mud houses of the Indian Shipping out at the tender age man ship, getting off that to ride • villages. Among the Indians, how­ land ship and there married a Vincent Maffucci, AB: There is of 17 aboard the Dillwyn as an the John B. Waterman. He says' ever, Coronado's party heard of Samoan princess, wiiose descend­ '.'the most profound chasm on the no doubt in my mind that the Arc­ OS, "Whitey," who is aptly named, he prefers the Waterman ships and ants reigned over the 14 South face of the globe" and de Car­ tic Ocean is just has been sailing almost continually the C-2 and C-3 type vessels, not Pacific islapds which made up the denas, a member of the party, and about the tough­ for the past 27 years, working his for any special reasons, but prob­ way up the ranks until he got his ably because he has become used Samoan kingdom. Years later. several others, set out to seek this est bit of sea King Malietoa, who was opposed wonder. The sight which met their chief electrician's ticket. "Whitey," to them and the top conditions fli' ever sailed. to the policy of Bismarck, was de­ eyes, and which they were the first made a trip up who comes by his nickname be­ under the SIU. throned, and a king more agree­ Europeans to see, was the Grand "I'^ like to get on a Marinerthat way on the cause of his full head of blond able to the German chancellor's Canyon of the Colorado. Edward Fanning hair, still on his noggin after 44 type ship if I can," Lewis said. plans for the strategic kingdom of Coronado never did find his at the end of 1944 years on this troubled' earth, has "They're real good babies, but Samoa was chosen. At the inter­ golden cities, however, and his ex­ as the war was sailed from here to the ends of pretty hard to make since there vention o^ the United States and pedition was considered a failure coming to an end. the earth and back. He's made aren't so many of them out just Great Britain, however, the matter from that point of view. That sea is rough, several trips around the world, yet. I'll get one sooner or later was submitted to arbitration and boy, and it's no picnic trying to been in all the faraway places with and that will just about complete 4" 4" 4" Malietoa restored to power. Grate­ stay warm in those waters, either. strange sounding names, but still the types of ships I've been on with fully, the childless king acknowl­ In the British Navy, to indicate likes to come back to New York the Union." 4" 4" 4" edged that Lieutenant Ripley, the importance of any guest aboard to ship out. While working ashore, "Whitey" S. Harb, steward: The roughest whose great-unple was an ancestor a ship, the flag was raised or low­ His last ship was the John B. was a bartender in -several towns of Malietoa, was to be his heir. ered to a certain extent and then, patch of water I ever sailed was the Waterman, of the company of the along the Gulf and West Coast. Bay of Biscay. The future bride of Lieutenant fastened m place by a peg. From same surname. "Whitey" shipped He worked as a bar jockey in New Ripley, however, didn't like the this cust sn we get the expression The wind was out on the vessel last month from Orleans, Mobile and Seattle, be­ howling at 170 Idea of becoming a queen, so Rip­ "taken down a peg" which is used California, hit Miami, Fla., late in tween trips. Lewis did not confine ley declined the honor and never to indicate, today, deflating the mph and tossing August, and planed up to New his bartending to shoreside, how­ us around like a ruled the kingdom of Samoa. self-esteem of a person, lowering York City to see his family, regis­ ever, having put in one stint toy. We went him in his own estimation . . . Fa­ around in circles ter, and get ready to ship out aboard the Del Norte (Mississippi) tit thom's original meaning is out­ again. He has a daughter, Shirley, as a bartender-waiter combination for 24 hours and 25 years old, and three grandchil­ in 1951 on a South American run. Among the, "queer fish" which stretched arms, which most sea­ the only thing we dren, age five,, six, and seven, all live in the world's waters is the faring men judged to be about six could make in the Fought Fire girls. "Whitey" thinks it quite an antennarius hispidus, which can­ feet, the measure of a fathom galley with all Not all Mississippi runs were oddity to have three grandchildren not swim, only walk . . . thq carb, today . . . Hand over fist, an ex­ that rocking was boiled eggs. such set-ups for Lewis, however, pression which means with great at his age, gnd odder still that they or drum fish, has actually been 4" 4 "4 with adventure of anoth^ sort speed or rapidity, refers to the all should be girls. He's hoping the heard to make noise—a grunt . . . happening to him while aboard the James Bell, OS: My nomination the vieltail moor telescope, a agility of a sailor climbing a rope, would have to be the Indian Ocean. next one will be a boy. Del Alba. In 1950, known then as which they apparently did so member of the goldfish family, is SIU Since 1938 the Flying Eagle, the vessel was Man, there is jet black, even to its eyes. Gold­ quickly that the comparison ; itLewis has been sailing with the on its way from Buenos 'Aires, nothing rougher urally meant great speed. fish, incidentally, are found in than that unless SIU since its inception in 1938, Argentina, to Trinidad, when a great numbers in the rivers of 4" 4' 4" <and it is down in the and was one of the guiding lights fire broke out in the No. China, and were first taken to Java Many animals have had touching South Atlantic in the formation of the organiza­ No. 3 holds. About 300 miles from by Chinese settlers in 1691, to re­ stories told of their loyalty to each around Capetown tion. However, he says, this is the land, the crew pitched in to fight mind them of home. The Chinese other, or to a human master, and and the Cape of first time he's had his picture in the blaze, extinguishing it only spent centuries in breeding gold­ among these is the story of a Good Hope. I the LOG, because he's been too after it had destroyed the coffee fish, and developing many different swordfish which recently lived in cargo in both holds. made that in the busy sailing. species ... In the waters of India the coastal waters of Italy. When Seafarer Lewis, having shipped Robin Goodfellow Another fire aboard ship was a the glass fish is found—even if it three fishermen from Palmi har­ about one month to all 32 points of the compass, bit more eventful, taking four days Is not easy to see. This fish is pooned a 200-pound, female sword- ago. prefers the Mediterranean run be­ to battle and calling on shoreside almost perfectly transparent. Some fish, they pulled the body aboard cause "there's always something fire fighters to lend a hand. For 4" 4" 4" specimens can be seen at more and started back to shore. Soon Alex Anagnostou, oiler: That going on in those ports. You've four days aboard the Sagadahoc in expensive tropical fish stores here one of the men noticed tllat the has just got to be the North At­ got wine, women, song, culture 1928 the crew battled roaring in the States. ship was being followed by the fin lantic in the win­ and adventure all wrapped up in flames in the No. 2 hold carrying of another swordfish, which trailed ter. It's no picnic a neat bundle in the Mediterra­ general cargo. The ship was head­ the ship to shore. When the body on summer days, nean, whether it's Naples, Genoa, ing out from Panama to San Pedro, One of the most awe-inspiring of the swordfish had been laid on but it sure is Bordeaux or Alexandria. Although Calif., but the fire wasn't put out discoveries of the New World, "a the beach, the second swordfish, murder in the I've sailed to the Far East, Europe, until the San Pedro firemen came river with banks nine miles wide" which the fishermen now realized winter time. Once, Africa and the Pacific, there's aboard the ship in port to extin­ was first sighted by European ex­ was her mate, leaped out of the on the Cecil Bean, nothing to compare with the Medi­ guish the flames after four roaring plorers 413 years ago. In 1540, a water on to the shore and died it was so rough terranean." days of flaming adventure. party of Spanish explorers set out beside her body. all we could do was drift for two days as the heavy storms knocke'd us about. That's the worst sea ever. The United States Navy issued a were treated royally when the Honshu port ACROSS 22. Isles in Galway 34. The Emerald 4-4 4' report showing that in the three crew of the Seatrain New Orleans Bay Isle Ruhr city 1. Head of An­ William Guliey, OS: They're all 23. Compel 30 Drug made napolis Late great rough when they're in the mood, years ended July 31 the Navy had threw a party for the Seafarers in 25. Shore-hugging 4. Dutch port from hemp Italian actress ships 5. Stab of pain but there's noth­ grown into the greatest sea-air Fort Lauderdale . . . The United River near Alabama: Abbr. 26. Waterman ship 12. Fuss Cuxhaven Port in Norway 27. Louis beat him ing much worse power in history. Naval ship dis­ States Senate unanimously ap­ 13. Sea between Pigskin thrower twice 38. Girl's name Philippines and than the North placement approached five million proved President Roosevelt's nom­ Adjoin 28. Server 39. Kingdom in Borneo 30. Masters of Sci­ Atlantic, winter tons and airplanes numbered ination of Edward R. Stettinius, Indo-China 14. He had an Irish l"- Alexandria's river ence and Arts: 40. Tell, as a yarn rose ,, or summer. I 18,269 . . . SIU agents reported lend-lease administrator, as Under Abbr. 43. Kind of monkey 15. Strait between "• Equipment progress in the search for a per­ Secretary of State, don't like to be Turkish rulers 33. Rupert, BC 44. Navy boat Borneo and i°manent Union Hall in New Orleans Poker bat port 45. Some caught sailing on Celebes 4 4 4 Cloth on a • 17. Island group In American Flying Fortresses, es­ it when it's in a . . . The House of Representatives lead-line (Puzzle Answer on Page 25) Indonesia foul temper. A voted, 360 to 29, for the Fulbright corted all the way by Thunder­ 18. Curved molding 10 II 9 19. Captain 2 1 couple of others resolution for United States par­ bolts, penetrated 80 miles east of 31. Great writer on which are no pic­ ticipation in post-war peace ef­ Paris and blasted the Champagne seapower 113 12 23. Temple nic at times are the Indian Ocean, forts . . . Prime Minister Church­ Airfield and Junkers 88 repair 24. Macaws the Arctic Ocean and the China ill promised a mass Invasion of plant at Rheims in a heavy day IS 25. SIU gets the Germany from the west in com­ raid . . . Led by British tanks, the best Sea. 29. Old type of bination with Allied forces strik­ Fifth Army troops entered Naples warship 4 4 4 30. Kind of code shortly after dawn on Oct. 1, 22 Hemsley M. Guinier, stwd: I ing from the south 31. Conjunction days since the Americans landed have been on the Pacific Oce'an 32. Hiker's pack 4-4 4 34. A sight on on the beaches below Salerno . . . when there wasn't Sicily Germany announced that Benito A Greek destroyer sank a U-boat a rougher sea in 35. Tear down 36. The ocean Mussolini, freed Jrom his AHied off Pantelleria , . . Naval authori­ the world, and 37. Volunteer captors by German paratroopers, ties at Cape. Town, South Africa, I'm not kidding. 40. Part of leg had been named President of Fas­ confirmed the loss in November, 41. Thin I made the Far 43. Old name for cist Italy,. with a cabinet of 12 1942, of the British ocean liner. East run for over Haiti members . , . The Tokyo radio re­ Ceramic, in the Atlantic, with loss 46. Group in Con­ three years and gress ported that Jose P. Laurel, In­ of 500 or more lives . . . The SIU, that patch of sea 17. Drought breaker terior Commissioner of the Japa­ following its tradition as a demo­ 48. Our first line of between San defense: Abbr. nese Philippines government, had cratic union working for the bene­ Francisco anji Yo­ 49. Other been chosen "president-elect of the fit of the Seafarer, announced con­ BO. Vocalize kohama is the 81. Pigpen devil's own playground. That's the future republic of the Philippines" stitutional provisions for the nom­ DOWN the. "Na­ ination. and election of Union offi­ deepest part of the ^i^d {hp at the. flr^t session 1;' -Bread spread tional Assembly" . . . 5IU men cials by the men themselvw^otf waves-ajv (fflipiitainouB." a. Boom In taarem AOO r r �October's, 1S5S SEAFARERS SEAFARERS ^LOG Vef. XV. Octeber 2, 1^S3 Thirteen LOG Tfce New Waferfronf No. 20 Published biweekly by the Seafarers International Union, Atlantic & Gulf Distriet, AFL, 675 Fourth Avenue, Brooklyn 32. NY. Tel. STerling 8-4670. PAUL HAIL, Secretary-Treasurer editor, HERRIRT BRAND; Managing Editor, RAT DENISON; Art Editor, BERNADD SEAMAN; Photo Editor, DAMIEL NILVA; Staff Writers, HERMAN ARTHUR. IRWIN SPIYACX. ART PKREAI.!., JERRV REMER, AT. MASKIN. NOEL DAEMENTEL: Gulf Area Reporter, BILL Mnonv. Dock Cleanup LETTER of the WEEK After several months of uncertain rumbling, the lid has blown off the New York waterfront. A clean break has been made with the old ILA leadership which proved incapable Urges People.To of changing its ways, and a new deal is in the making for the Help Union Fight rank and file dockworker. To the Editor: It's understandable that Seafarers and the SIU should play As a longtime reader of the a major role in this revolution on the docks. The SIU's par­ SEAFARERS LOG I feel it is about ticipation in the driye was natural. Our union was chosen time to let everyone know my per­ feelings about the great SIU, by the AFL for this task because it has a reputation as a clean, sonal the best Union in maritime and democratic, and also, a militant organization. Then, tOo, the one of the best in any field. I am SlU^as in a key spot because of its role as a maritime union also speaking as a strong union and its close relationships with the dockworkers on the piers, girl myself. This isn't the first time that attempts have been made to The advantages and the benefits change the internal set-up in the old ILA. The SIU was weT which are presented to the Sea­ and his family, as well as aware of the fact that things were not what they should be farer the personal care, can hardly be in that organization. That's why for the past 18 months the matched by any union. The in­ SIU had been promoting a program of waterfront reform terest shown by the Welfare De­ through the Maritime Trades Department which was revital­ partment concerning one of the ized a year ago last spring. members of the Union astonished When all these efforts failed, when despite pressure from even such a die-hard union girl this writer. Government, the public and the AFL the leaders of the olc as About week ago my husband ILA clung blindly to the old way of doing things, there was was veryone sick. Since he was not only one course left open. That course is now being taken. on articles at the time I was not A $500,000 bond drive is being conducted by the Ufiited Hat, Cap ' ' The job ahead isn't an easy one. Although teamsters. Sea­ quite sure what to do about getting and Workers Union, farers and waterfront workers zure pulling together to sweep what was coming to him from the AFL, Millinery to keep an eleven week Union. Little did I. realize we the docks clean of the sell-out boys, the latter are not giving would get more than we bargained strike going in Norwalk, Conn. up what they have without a tussle. And the task of organ- for. The strike is being conducted by izirig a new union overnight is far from simple. An added the union against the Hat Corpora­ Phone Call Does It tion of America with the major complication is the expiration of the old dockworkers' conOne telephone call to the head­ issue being the corporation's plans . tract in the midst of the new union's organizing drive. quarters of the Union brought an to move its operations elsewhere. But all these difficulties will not keep the task ahead from ambulance from a marine hospital With 1,500 members on strike and being completed. The rank and file longshoremen undoubt­ 'which Washington is screaming to benefits of $25 and $30 a week edly wants a clean, democratic and effective union. It is in close) and immediate relief for my being paid to each member, the his own self-interest, in more ways than one, to support the husband's agonizing pain. I am strike has cost the union better eternally grateful for all that, but than $400,000 so far. new AFL-ILA in its efforts. what amazed me beyond words The SIU is confident that the tide is running with the new was XXX what the Union did next. The AFL longshoremen's union and with the rank and file long­ following morning at 8:30 the An offer to call off picketing of shore worker, and is positive a new union of longshoremen, Welfare Department called up to Hearn's department stores in New by longshoremen, led by longshoremen will soon rise on the ask how my husband was feeling. York has been made by District I was too stunned for words that 65 of the Distributive Workers nation's waterfront. the Union thought my husband Union, CIO. The offer hinges on 4" tthe store's reinstatement of 600 No Credit To P&O It's a natural tendency for people to overlook the fact that shipowners, like any other employer, are only good to their employees because there is a union around to look after the seamen's interests. That's why the unfortunate case of the late Brother Juan Santalla should be an object lesson for all. Here was a man who had worked for one company, the P&O, since 1908. He had served them to the best of his ability for 45 years, yet at the time of his death the company would not lift a finger in his behalf. Instead they slapped "baggage charges" for transporting his body to Havana and then back to Miami. And while his shipmates and friends attended funeral ceremonies and sent floral tribute, the company did not acknowledge the loss in any way. Fortunately for the late brother, the SIU death benefit proved ample to meet all needs. Otherwise his shipmates might have had to chip in to assure that their brother, who had worked 50 long and faithfully for the company, would receive a decent funeral and a proper burial. Maybe not all operators behave this way. Maybe they do. But the safest thing, as the seaman knows, is to put his trust in a good union. Prize For The LOG Once again the SEAFARERS LOG has taken one of the major prizes in the annual labor press competition. This time the LOG won the award for the best news front page. The judges of the contest, who were members of the fac­ ulty of the School of Journalism of the University of Michi­ gan, deemed it an interesting and commanding page combin­ ing good photography with attractive make-up and news in­ terest. Naturally the editors and staff.of the LOG are pleased by the latest recognition of the newspaper. But they well know that the main credit for this achievement goes to the Seafar­ ers themselves whose interest and support through the years has made the LOG one of America's most respected labor, neW'Sp'ApnSi'' 'I'*''! : a-ju,; li,? , . , ' uaod • was important enough to ask about workers who have been out on that early the succeeding day. strike since May 14. Since then We all know the great struggle to organize a union and the intense the store has been operating with effort it takes to keep a union good strikebreakers. Union sources said and strong. We must also remem­ 200 of the original 800 strikers ber that a union, like a chain and have obtained other jobs. its links, is only as strong as its XXX members. Let us bear all these Railroad workers on the Balti­ thoughts in mind as we continue more and Ohio system are being our fight for the preservation of urged to promote the railroad busi­ the marine hospital program. ness by 19 unions with which the I would like to appeal to all the B&O has contracts. A message to wives, sisters, brothers, -fathers, the employees from the general mothers, sweethearts, friends and chairman of railroad brotherhoods, relatives of Seafarers to write or told workers that railroads were wire their Congressmen to urge losing a lot of business to competi­ them to join the battle to keep tors and every union member the USPHS hospital program going should make every effort to pro­ along under a full head of steam mote shipping by rail so as to pre­ and to keep the hospitals open. serve his job. Ring. A BeU XXX Retroactive pension payments of Now hear this, you good people: Make your message good and a quarter of a million dollars will strong, make it ring a bell. Don't go to retired Ford auto workers leave the Work for your neighbors, under recently negotiated improve­ because they may be out of town ments in the Ford pension plan. on vacation for all • intents and The CIO United Auto Workers, purposes and may be leaving it up which negotiated the improve­ to you. Write to your Senators and ments, said that they would mean Representatives now while the another $38,800 a month for all Ford workers currently on pension thought is still in mind. under the plan, It is the duty of all the women XXX who have men in the Union to Several AFL unions are consid­ rally behind them in this farreaching battle for preservation of ering pooling resources to publish hope and the hospital program. a national labor daily newspaper. We, must help them in their strug­ A1 J. Hayes president of the Inter­ gle for the hospitals, for their figlit national Association of Machinists is as much ours as it is anybody's. said that present plans call for a We can't be shoved by the way­ newspaper to be published daily side, neglected and forgotten by in several cities so as to get the society. We should not stand for story of the labor movement to the this sort of public malpractice of American people. human rights. 1 V^^ •IT' •iction by AFL iria 7olnt itriiaf- CIO meat packers throughout the industry is a possibility. The Amal­ gamated Meal Cutters (AFL) and the United Packinghouse Workers (CIO) are preparing for a possible strike against the big four of the industry after breakdown of negotijitions. Approximately 150.000 workers at plants of Swift, Ar­ mour, Cudahy and Wilson would be involved if the strike comes off. Milk drivers in San Francisco kept half-century "no strike" record intact when they ratified a new agreement giving them a $1 a day wage increase plus a health and welfare fund. Approximately 1,200 members of the union are covered by the settlement. Big gains in organizing have been claimed by the CIO Inter­ national Union of Electrical Work­ ers at the union's fifth convention in Montreal. Union officers claim a membership of 400,000 in the industry after five years of com­ bating the Communist-dominated United Electrical Workers. In the past year, the lUE-CIO has won 71 election victories in the National Labor Relations Bo. rd. Hotel workers in the nation's capital have won a union shop at 23 hotels after a 28-hour non-stop mediation session. Approximately 4,500 workers in four locals of the AFL Hotel and Restaurant Em­ ployees Union are involved in the contract, which also provides time for Christmas and Fourth of July. XXX The American Newspaper Guild has a new president as Joseph F. Collis of Wilkes-Barre, Pa., de­ feated Harry Martin of Memphis in nationwide balloting. Collis got 7,498 votes to 7,284 for Martin. The latter had served as Guild presi­ dent for the past six years, being reelected twice for two-year terms, XXX Railroad engineers, members of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers have presented demands for a 30 percent wage increase on the nation's 200 major railroads. Approximately 80,000 men are affected by the move. Three other rail brotherhoods in the past month have presented similar de­ mands on behalf of ,320,00p.,other railroad workers.'^ • �Pace Foorteca • SEAFARERS LOG October 2, 185S THE S I U f....^.-'C.^ :..A .A '. ,.'• mmmmmm •i-!-;:5jj-S!isgi:s In ^ '':SM ' ^ Ferry pulling into slip at Richmond carries passengers and cars as boatmen prepare for berthing. ' ^4 Nearly thirty-five years of representation' for workers on tugs, barges, ferries, rail-ferries and other harbor croft has been com­ pleted by the Inlandboatmen's Union of the Pacific. Now on affiliate of the Seafarers International Union of North America, the IBU was first organized on November 20, 1918, and received a charter from the old International Seamen's Union the following April. •" ('•- Subsequently with the break-up of the old ISU, the union {oined the CIO in 1937. However, it grew increasingly restive at the growth of power and influence of the Communist waterfront fraction in the CIO maritime unions. Consequently, in February, 1948, the mem­ bership voted overwhelmingly, by 6-1, to leave the CIO and join hands with the SlU. It was the first CIO union to act on the question of Communist influence on the waterfront. The IBU got its start in San Francisco Boy. During its early years: its chief battles were with four big railroad companies that owned and operated practically all floating equipment in the Bay area. Railroad barge and tug operations ore still important factors in the IBU's employment picture. Sea-going tugs lying at dock engage chiefly in towing gas­ oline barges in coast-wise trade. Also make sea voyages. From its beginning in San Francisco, the organization spread up and down the West Coast forming branches in Puget Sound, on the Columbia River and in other inland waterways. The bulk of the union's strength still derives from the main port and waters of San Francisco Boy. The history of the union has been featured by several major _ strikes and bitter struggles with employers. Today the union enjoys sound contracts with substantial wage scales and .good working con­ ditions. The five day, 40-hour wefek is the prevailing pattern in most of its operations. • . . '•* ' •Ci--.' • -- Ur'. ... , "'R ' i One current problem faced by the union has been the displace­ ment of commercial and auto ferries in the Boy as new bridges dre built. However with a variety of other operationi, inpluding tha rail tugs and barges, piI barges, dredges, cement tugs, hatbor towbpq^ ; Doekworker maneuvers sacks of sugar aboard freight boat on San Franciscp Bay going from refiiiery to rail head . > points. Railroad Jbarges and tows- are an important factor ^ > r, • in 4he 'UlM0pVsOfiiaWtoR.Kv.vv/^^^^^ • • V- . t., • 7 7'" ' V : f^vvv- \ r • i.ii: , �Tug Sea Prince, one of a fleet of 14 such harbor tugs, helps berth large transport as part of daily routine. Captain John Fox, Inland Boatmen's Union president, hits deck at meeting to discuss union welfare plan. Roger Randall. San Francisco IBU business agent; looks over report on union affairs at a rwent btisineiss confer­ ence. Thegunion has .naade ^eat Strides. Ih; the" put few" •.iv.• years and looks forward to tveh fiuflhisbr' adviahOBs; Some of last commercial auto ferries operating in San Francisco Bay are these two of the Richmond and San Rafael Ferry Co. Bridge will replace them in '56. Boatmen on tug Sea Lark look at damage to freighter Edgar Luckenbach after a colli­ sion at the entrance to San Francisco Bay with another vessel. Sante Fe Railroad tug John R. Hayden operating car float across San Francisco Bay is ono of many tugboats enj^aged in similar operations on bay. New fridges spanning tha bay have tended to qiirtail some of the ferry services but operations like tmf continue and'Cxi>and."^^''-'-v^.', , ;I �Pve Sixteen SEAFARERSEOG 19S3 SEAFARERS Handling Cpmpressed Gases The Port of New York Authority was criticized at the recent meetins of the American Association of Port Authorities for aliened favoritism. A variety of compressed gases (in gas or liquid form) will often be David Mackie, Chairman of the Eastern Railroad Presidents Con­ carried aboard ship in heavy cylinders, either ifs part of cargo, or ifor ference, chargred that the New York Port Authority was responsible use on board for variou? work details. Such cylinders might contain for a 34 percent reduction in the port's proper share of external trade. potentially-dangerous gases like acetylene, Uquefied petroleum (which Mackie's assertions were quickly challenged by Walter P. Bedded, New is mostly butane), freon, oxygen and carbon dioxide. York port development consultant and Howard Cullman, chairman of Anything that can be done to the Port of New York Authority, who declared that the railroad The cylinders in which these gases are stored are designed for companies, th^selves, had obstructed fast freight handling for over make shipboard life a little more maximum safety under a great variety of conditions.,. Still now and thirty years. This rhubarb was the result of a long-standing beef be­ comfortable and more interesting then something will go wrong with a cylinder, or it will be handled tween the Authority and the railroads. is always welcomed by any crew. improperly, with unhappy results. To begin with, only cylinders carrying an ICC label are properlyt t t. There's lots of off-watch spare Texas ports on the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway and connecting time on board a ship when crew- designed for storage of compressed gases. Such cylinders have been canals handled a hear record volume of shipping last year, according members are anxious for any kind tested and equipped with a pressure relief valve. Any otheir kind of to the annual report of the American Waterways Association. Twenty- of satisfying and constructive rec­ container for compressed gases should be given a wide berth. four of these ports handled 149,562,991 tons of cargo last year or reation. Seafarers who help out Because of their thick walls and solid construction, the cylinders almost 7,000,000 tons more than the previous year. Houston led the on this score by securing recrea­ are very heavy and are tough to handle. Lifting handles or small hand list with almost a third of the total. Port Arthur ranked next and tion gear or making things easier trucks should be used to move them around. If this kind of equipment Beaumont was third. for the crew certainly merit the isn't available the cylinders can be rolled on their bottom edges, but praise of their shipmates. should hot be dragged. iit By doing so, they make for a • If at all possible avoid cuts or dents in the cylinders. They should Isbrandtsen Steamship Company, has received permission from the Interstate Commerce Commission to wind up voyages by transport­ smoother trip with less, beefs all he secured at all times against, dropping, capsizing or banging against ing cargo inter-coastaliy from West Coast ports to Atlantic ports. A around. each other. The cylinders are designed for use and storage, in an up­ new service to New Haven, now serviced by the ports of. New York A couple of crewmembers on right position, particularly when the gas stored is in a liquid state. and Boston, will be made possible by the new shipping arrangements. the Delta Lines freighter Del Aires Leave Wrenches On The ICC said that a need had been shown for such service to New got a vote .of When hooking up cylinders, for use, care should be taken that all Haven, amounting to about 1,5G0 tons of cargo per vessel. thanks from their connections and regulators are of the proper size so that a tight fit appreciative shipt 4> 4" can be assured. The cylinder valves should be opened slowly so as to mates recently The Spanish freighter Marte arrived in St. Johns, Newfoundland, avoid sudden pressure against the regulator. Where valves do not have after a three day battle to check the rise of water in the hold. The when they took their own hand wheels and wrenches or keys are used on the valve time off from Marte, a 3,744 ton ship, developed a bad leak in her hull plates while stem, the implement should be left on the stem while the cylinder their own shore still 560 miles southeast of the Canadian port. She was escorted into is in operation. The,way the cylinder can be turned off quickly in port by the US Coast Guard cutter Barataria, whose crew joined the leave to pick up an emergency. The proper kind of wrench f>r this i^urpose is usually a good selection Spanish seamen in a round-the-clock operation pumping out the hold. supplied by the same source that supplies •the compressed gas. . Loaded with grain, the vessel was going from Montreal to Spain. She of records and games for use by In making connections to the cylinder, the valve should be cracked Faulkner first tried to reach the Azores, but was forced to turn back. the crew at sea. for a moment to clear any dust or dirt out of openings. The opening • 4 4 4 They were Leopold Faulkner, sec­ should be directed away from the body. An obvious precaution is to S. D. Sturgis, Jr., Chief of Army Engineers, urged American par­ ond cook, and Jesse Rabago, keep combustible' gases like acetylene away from flame when releas­ ticipation in the construction of the St. Lawrence Seaway. Speaking wiper. ing them. at the dedication $46,200,000 Conemaugh dam in Saltburg, Pa., Sturgis Faulkner has been sailing with All compressed gases should be used with a reducing valvfe between made his appeal to the' interested audience of over 2,000 leaders in the SIU for a good many years, the cylinder and the connecting line. Each type of gas container re­ the maritime, transportation and power industries. The Conemaugh joining up with the Union in the dam is the tenth and key project in the planned system of 17 struc­ Port of New York on February quires its own gauges and regulators. They should not be switched tures to protect the upper Ohio River and the City of Pittsburg from 24, 1945. The 28-year-old Sea­ from one type of container to another. The regulator has an adjusting screw which has to be released with a counter-clockwise- turn before such disasters as the 1936 flood. farer was bom in the US terri­ the cylinder stop valve is opened. torial possession of the Virgin Is­ 4 4 4 In the reverse procedure, the stop valve has to be closed and the A new ocean terminal will be built at Charleston, South Carolina, lands, and calls the island capital pressure in the line released before connections are broken for any in the near future. The cost of the new terminal is estimated at about of St. Thomas his home town. purpose. $10,000,000 by Cotesworth P. Means, chairman of the South Carolina Rabago has been sailing with the All cylinders carry a fusible plug of material which will melt under State Ports Authority. Preliminary surveys by engineers, including SIU for just a little over two years test borings, have been taken and the new facilities will be built in now. He got his start in his home excessive heat or pressure before the cylinder wall will disintegrate the downtown area. The plan calls for a modern concrete terminal of town of Galveston, Texas. Jesse This of itself is protection against cylinder explosion, but if the plug the marginal wharf type, large enough to handle five ocean-going celebrated his 23rd birthday last melts, the cylinder contents would be released. Therefore, the cylinders have to be kept away from sparks, hot metal, electricity or excessive vessels simultaneously. One of the berths will be equipped for mo­ July 11. heat. lasses, liquid sugar, vegetable oils and other liquid cargoes. Charles­ 4 4 4 Bottled Cooking Gas ton's foreign trade, reflecting the industrial growth of the South, has Another Seafarer who deserves Liquefied petroleum, consisting of butqne or butane-propane mix­ more than doubled its pre-war average. With favorable action by the a hand for making improvements tures, is becoming increasingly popular on board ship for heating or legislature, construction should begin next year. for the crew on cooking purposes. This is especially true of smaller vessels, where the 4 4 4 his own initiative "bottled heat" takes up less space than any other cooking agent. A medium-sized British freighter, the '4,081-ton, 370-foot Shell Quest, is Robert L. Fer­ This gas has a tendency to settle when released and will form gas has changed hands and has been fitted out as a depot ship for launches guson of the Rag- pockets. If mixed with air it can become highly explosive. Further­ searching for underwater oil in the Persian Gulf. Formerly called nar Naess (Sea- more, it is colorless and can. only be identified by its odor which is the Macgregor Laird (Elder Dempster Lines), the Shell Quest has been transport). Fer­ put in during its manufacture. acquired by the Anglo-Saxon Petroleum Company, Inc., and her in­ guson, who is Because of this settling quality, it's best to store this gas outside of terior spaces have been completely altered for her new role. also ship's dele­ the ship's superstructure, on or above the weather deck, and provide gate, took on top and bottom ventilation for the cylinders. Regular tests for leaks 4.4 4 himself the job The Navy's Military Sea Transportation Service has announced the in the connecting system are a must. The appliance valve is closed, of setting up chartering of an additional tanker from private shipping. The new Ferguson master and one cylinder valves opened and a gau^e reading test shelves for all tanker will be for military use beginning in October. Immediate plans taken. Then the cylinder .valve is shut. Pressure should be constant are to use the newly-chartered vessel, the eleventh such ship char­ the books and magazines the crew for at least ten minutes.. tered for next month, in the transportation of refined petroleum had aboard. That way the crew Acetylene cylinders contain a porous solid-like charcoal or asbestos products . . . The Canadian schooner Norsya struck a submerged will have a spot for their favorite which is soaked with acetone. This is necessary to keep the tank from wreck in the St. Lawrence River and foundered 185 miles below reading matter and will know exploding under certain conditions. The acetone also serves to dissolve where to find the stuff. Quebec. The 126-ton schooner, with a crew of seven men, had left 25 times its own volume of gas, increasing the cylinder's capacity con­ Quebec with a load of wood for Frobisher Bay. No loss of life or in­ Ferguson, who sails in the en­ siderably. juries among the crew were reported . . . Holland-American Lines gine department, has been a mem­ Acetylene cylinders should be kept upright at all times, and pressure announce the "economy" liners Maasdam and Ryndam will schedule ber of the SIU since January 29, special sailings to permit Christmas holiday visitors to spend Christ­ 1951. He joined the Union in the on the line kept below 15 poUnds per square inch. After lengthy use, mas and St. Nicholas Day on the* Continent. The Maasdam will leave port of New Orleans. The 34r the cylinder temperature will decrease and pressure will tend to fall New York on November 23 and will call on channel ports. The Ryn­ year-old Seafarer comes from Off. Ifs then necessary to allow the cylinder to warm up and restore the necessary pressure. dam will leave on December 12 and dock at Rotterdam. Clarendon, Arkansas. AcflON Burly He Shouid Know BM Bernard Seaman �0«t«ber t, USI SEAFARERS LOG Pare ScTcnteea Indians Convene At SIU SIU Helps New AFL-ILA Organize Longshoremen Fart of the larre crowd rathered outaide the SIU hall In Brooklyn to witness the* ceremony of the annual visit of the Tuscarora Indians to the SIU Is shown above. While the crowd sat enthralled at the various events, the chow line also proved a popular attraction. At left a rroup of Indians and guests partake of the firelight dance ceremony around the bonfire. Some of the guests were inducted as honorary tribe members. At right is one of the visiting Indian chiefs In his full regalia. « .; ,s I A Tuscarora maiden Invokes the blessings of the Gods, chief of whom Is Manitou. Other colorful ceremonies included recitations of tribal history, an authentic peacepipe ceremony between the Indians and their friends, native war chants and Iroquois dances around a blazing bonfire. At lef^ left Is Seafarer Wallace Anderson, Mad Bear of the Tuscaroras, shown In ceremonial dress. At the right Is ajiptbtir. ^bief. Anders(|in:>,Jfhp 1« ah SIU member. Is res|Mii|slble for t|ie yearly event. T» AWrtfht Is dl l&r iirglf Vnwd I bUUB*'."' rjm ing which increasing pressure was (Continued from page 3) put on that union to reorganize, knowledge of the problem Hall was but without success. With the old assigned by the AFL to the key ILA under fire from the state, the strategy job In the campaign newspapers and the public, the where he could give advice and SIU took steps through the Mart assistance to dock workers striving time Trades Department to try to to reorganize their union. The en­ correct unhealthy conditions on tire headquarters apparatus of the the waterfront. SIU has swung into action to aid A program of reform was drafted the new union. The nucleus of a and approved by the MTD which new longshore organization has al­ includes many of the points speci­ ready been established with such fied in the current organizing men as John Dwyer, rank and file drive. However, when efforts leader in the Chelsea local 895, were made to put the reform pro­ taking posts of leadership. A gram through, the MTD met with steering committee of longshore­ stubborn resistance on the part of men checkers, and other crafts has those elements in control of the been appointed to run the organiz­ old ILA. ing drive and set up the machinery Meanwhile, the New York State of the new organization. Crime Commission had spotlighted Longshoremen, long restive, as many of the abuses to which rank the old ILA deteriorated, acclaimed and file longshoremen were sub­ the program of the new organiza­ ject, and as a result, longshoremen tion. They were assured that the new union would be a democratic one, with major decisions and all control in the hands of the mem­ bership. The old "five and ten cent" contracts will be ruled out with wages and conditions to be established as the best in the in­ dustry. Membership Control The membership will get the right to approve, reject or change contracts. Decisions will be made at regular membership meetings where all longshoremen will be as­ sured full rights to free speech. Financial reports, decent union halls, a good union newspaper and the other standard attractions of a sound trade union will be of­ fered to them. Longshoremen are promised too, tha a fair job system with the full­ est possible security and seniority John Dwyer general organizer provisions will be set up on the of the AFL-ILA, addresses docks. meeting. The imminent crack-up of the old ILA, follows many months dur- were put under the control of state machinery, with the state having the power to dictate conditions of employment for dock workers. Here the AFL moved into the picture, demanding that the old ILA take immediate steps to clean house. Once again, the ILA failed to take any concrete steps towards reform with the result that the con­ vention voted the expulsion action, and chartered the new AFL-ILA.- I Til i-i I Indians Smoke Peace Pipe At Union Hq. (Continued from page 21 honorary members in a firelight ceremony. There was more danc­ ing about the fire, but the whoops of the Tuscaroras were often drowned out by the lustier cries of the several hundred children of SIU members and Brooklyn neigh­ bors, who were among the large crowd gathered to watch the event. The bonfire was finally abandoned by the Iroquois to these real "wild Indians." The purpose of the visit by the Indian League was to air a set of grievances against New York State and the American and Canadian governments at the United Nations. Under the Indian treaties, the tribes officially retain their sov­ ereignty. Chief Rickard has com­ plained that the state and federal governnients were encroaching upon the rights of the Indians. He asked for the support of his friends, pleading that only with such support could the few remain­ ing Iroquois tribes retain their identities. There was to be a gen­ eral powwow of the whole Confed­ eracy in Central Park the next day to discuss these matters. In spite of these serious over­ tones, mirth was the watchword last Friday. It was quite a ^reat for the participants and the spec­ tators and the SIU and the Tus­ caroras hope to: make this an an- /V MATBSAnH£SlUS<m AT 7H£ U^4ICN f^ALL 4U4AVBM\>2cmsr. YAmS 7WEPJSH7SONT/. //ew LOW PRICES V&cDBCAUMiWvS WELCOME /^£R£AT YOC/^OtVA/PLApE. OKWEDAND OPERAND BYIHE SEAFARERS Wa(JAIIOM-A€G-AFL •A �Paee Eiffliteen S E A F A R E ES' IOC Passenger Ship Budget Blues TMe CMtCP STJSWARD 'October ^»1«5S By E. Rcyts 7V/£ STK^^RROESSez CAM SAve T»e coRtPANY A UTTLB MO//EY ey ^we ALL TAB. That next year will mack the hundredth anniversary of the birth of Andrew Furuseth, fourider of the Sailors Union of the. Pacific? .Called the "Abraham Lincoln of the Sea," Furuseth devoted his life to the cause of hiaritime trade imionism and was responsible for the forging of the first American seafarers unions His activities In Waahingtoh on behalf of seamen resulted in the passage of the White Act, the Maguire' Act and the LaFollette Seamen's A(^.' He was the first labor leader in American history to be given a state funeral. 4" fiASSENSUPs CAN OO oi*w BUNKS. ELIMINATE ALL . C,/C£V-f*D l,ICEN*LO PERSONNEL Alfe/rjwviv*-!. OA wrt PECK BUCKTTOO^ AND nunrHMP^ (PAID MY BE ON A AND I'M HUN6PY, J AOUR )NATCN aov ' — t ferred to as "Hell's Half Acre?" Although the origin of this phrase is lit dotibt, it Us possible that it was first widely-applied in the United'States to i particular spot on thq Civil War'battlefield of The Wilderness in Virginia; The name is also applied to areas' which have peculiar geological' formations. Most noteworthy among these is the scenic area in Natrona County, Wyoming. This is, a broad gulch filled with freakish formations re­ sembling columns. Here, at least, it's , a misnomer, because the area actually covers several hundred acres. 4" 4" That qualifications for the jobs of SIU patrolman or port agent are three years of sea time aboard an American flag vessel or ves­ sels? If a'candidate is seeking a Unioii job in a particular depart­ ment, then his sea time must be in that particular department. At least four months of the time be­ tween January 1st and the time of nomination, t"ust have "been spent at sea or with the,Union,or a combination of, both. He must ,have at least two years continuous good standing in the Union. 4- 4- That approximately 95 percent of. all rivers in North America fiow South, either in a Southerly direction or into other streams that ilow southward? There is only one important river in the United States which flows northward. This is the St. Johns River in Florida. This unique' body of wa­ ter' is the subject of a book by Branch Cabell, called "The St. Johns" in the '"Rivers of America" series. A number :of rivers flow northward for part of their courses. Among these are 4 4 4^ the Monongahela, the Tennessee, That a neighborhood of ques­ the Big Horn,' the Montana and tionable reputation is often re­ the Powder rivm. Seafarers Take A Dip In The Deep B.... • ' AASSENEEPS fiPOV/DEO - NfrU CAN OPENERS CAN ELIMINAsre COOKS AND SNAITERS. 4 Seafarers Alex Witchens, left, and Tex Metting. take a seaman's brief holiday by braving the breakers as they head for a swim. Occidental Seafarers Meet In Orient LOG-A-RHYTHM; In Answer To A Prayer By Bill Bryant I've often heard my mother say, "Son, it is true. If you trust the Lord, He will stand by you. No matter where you are or what your troubles be. If you put your trust in Cod you will surely see." I never gave much thought what mom said to me, • Never dreaming of the day I would ever really be In need-of a hand to help and show tender care^ But I lived to learn, in answer to a prayer.. One day while on the sea an occasion rose where What mom had often told me, dictated a silent prayer, I won't go into detail on what happened over there, I merely want to mention an answer to my prayer V -. it.xi v5;; .M!i. .fym* Not only saved my life and helped me to return, 'It also taught me something all the world should learn^ A, prayer will always help, regardless when or. where .You are when you need and plead for care. - •! .ii:;). .1:'- t \y> ..»t. •- if •.if'!' '1.1 • rfii w ' 'iog" f!"! I • H-, •y if. "iJ'-siyHS -t, Don Ruddy, MM, met up with some old seafaring buddies on his trip to . the Far East aboard the Massillon Victory (Eastern), In upper photo he is seen second from right with Jess Barton, left, and A1 Copeland off the Sea Vigil, and Mishiko Yamoako at the Golden. Dragon in Yokohama. Bottom: Ruddy, right, goes shoppingjwith Bill Davy, left, and John ^ '[ By-the wHl of the-Lord, in answer to my prayer ' - . 5 I lived and I returned from the' battle ovef there ' ' ' And I am more thart thankful, Jor . I can prmdly say^ Gods answer to my prayer is why I'm here today. •:.ti In answer to a prayer I'm alive and I am here. To live again the life I dreamed of over'there, i' • ' j aitd^Wv Jtiodc vrm ' •' "ivf" HH/'i'j'r -Um. '< 1 "ii .fooHtzK '• m . Ortovfl' ;. •il" ; ••J'' . j.r!!.' -H'J,.'.- Ah'i' In answer to a prayer the Lord stood by me when My darkest hour of life presaged' 'a fatal end Which surely seerried would come to rne while over there - Morn's advice came,true, in answer'to a prayer. u - :-f/ - • 'i.to.a® 'U'i -!?'• �October S. IMS By SEAFARERS LOG Photo Editor SEAFARERS Pare Nfaieteea LOG Beira Bull Writes Own Script In Tale Of Bull Ring Battle When you've heard one bull story you've heard them all, the old saying goes, but accord­ Although we've devoted a good deal of space to cameras running Into hundreds of dollars, we shouldn't forget that the simple box camera ing to Seafarer Louis Guellnits, chief steward aboard the Robin Hood (Seas), this is a tale Is quite versatile and, If properly used with some low cost accessories, with another ending. Real bull stories are not hors de combat. It began mod­ fence between the seats and the can turn out good photos. fashioned out of whole cloth, erately enough with the bull ap­ bull ring. Havoc broke loose First introduced by George Eastman In 1888, the roll-film box camera plying his horns to the "seats of among the spectators trying to get has become as much an American institution as baseball. Of the more but in bull rings, and that is several picadors as they scampered out of the path of the onrushing where Guellnitz found his. The than 30 million cameras in the US, the great majority are non-adjust­ the protecting fences around bull. Montmorency was just out able types. It has become everybody's camera for two good reasons: locale was Beira, Mozambique, over ring. Spectator interest in­ for a stroll, however, and bothered low cost and simplicity of operation. Even the most unmechanical East Africa; the setting was a bull the ring, and the cast of characters in­ creased as the bull became more no one beyond butting a few bumbler can make good pictures with one. aggressive, knowing he had four handlers over the wall. : Most photographers are aware of the box camera's limitations—it has cluded four seafaring men, thou­ Seafarers on his side. Back came the matador and sands of natives and a bull named a slow lens and shutter (usually about f-11 or 16 and 1/30 second), Montmorency then turned his Montmorency took out after him Montmorency. focus, aperture and shutter are fixed, and the lens is not sharp enough After buying their way into the attention to the mounted matador like a banshee. When last seen to permit huge enlargements. But even so, the box camera is capable and chased the rider and his horse the matador was retreating over of more than Sunday snapshots or backyard portraits. In knowing local arena, where prices varied around the ring so shamelessly the other side of a fence. The according to the hands it can be used for flash, color, close-ups, seascapes, still lifes, way the ticket that the animal had to be led out bull, however, wouldn't let well candids, night shots and even action photography. seller sized you of the ring in a shocked condition. enough alone and rammed his If you now own a simple, fixed focus camera, don't wait until you u p, Guellnitz, Before the dismounted matador head through the fence before can afford a more expensive outfit before you try to make really good Mac Anderson, returned for the finale, Mont­ ending the chase. Recovering him­ pictures. Even if you own a more advanced camera, it's a good habit Richard Montena morency scripted a few lines of self for the curtain call, Mont­ to return to a box camera and the bone-bare elements of photography. and William his own, ad-libbing an off-the-cuff morency pranced back to the cen­ Simplicity Of Operation B1 s k a « made encore. With a mighty effort, the ter of the ring, standing there Box camera operation is simplicity itself. Just load the film in sub­ their way along bull leaped over the restraining majestically amid the resounding dued light, following the directions in the instruction booklet. Hold the rickety wall and into the path circling the applause. the camera as steady as possible; if you move during exposure the slow benches which Guellnitz shutter of 1/30 second will give you a blurred image. Get a good solid encircled the bull Hawaii —Before And After Shore Leave grip on the camera and press it firmly against the body. Now center ring. the subject in the viewfinder and gently squeeze, not press, the shutter First Act release button to make a snapshot. Turn the film advance knob until As a preface to the main story, the next number appears in the colored window in the camera back. the spectators were treated to a Do this at once after every shot to avoid the danger of putting two short introduction to bull fighting, exposures on the same frame. furnished by an ancient bull who For action—^follow these three tips: didn't care to and several per­ 1. Avoid extreme close-ups—the farther away you are from the petrators of the trade who weren't moving subject, the greater the action-stopping power of your shutter. 'quite sure how to go about arous­ 2. Try to shoot the motion coming directly towards or away from the ing his interest. That was before Montmorency came upon the camera rather than at right angies to it. scene. 3. Try tp catch moments of peak action. Peak action is suspended It didn't take old Taurus long to motion—a pendulum at the far bnd of its swing, or a diver poised upstage the rest of the show chas­ in midair just before he drops. For flash—A simple flash attachment is available for most modem ing the paid performers around the box-type cameras. You just insert the proper size bulb, point your arena and rendering most of them camera at the subjec"*, and trip the shutter. Internal synchronization fires the flashbulb in step with the shutter. Exposure is determined by the distance from the flashbulb to the subject. For time exposures—Place your camera on a solid support, set the shutter for "time" or "bulb" and make the exposure. With bulb set­ tings, the shutter remains open only as long as you depress the shutter release; with time settings you trip the shutter once to open it, then There was a big stew over the a second time to close it. Be sure that nothing jars the camera while the shutter is open. You can make brief time exposures .(two or three bill of fare I'ecently aboard the seconds) of people near windows or in brightly lighted interiors. Out­ Seatrain New Jersey (Seatraim, door scenes at night may require long exposure of up to 30 seconds. according to minutes received from For close-ups—A supplementary lens is necessary. You can get the last ship's meeting. The stew, these lenses in convenient slip-on mounts to fit over your regular lens. it seems, was caused by too much They come in three powers of close-up ability. Place the camera on stew. Seafarer Ed Jones, who reported a firm support and measure the subject-to-lens distance carefully with a tape measure. The correct distance is given in the instruction folder the incident concerning the New which comes with the lens. When centering the subject in the view- Jersey's menu, noted that the lines finder, allow a little extra cpom on the viewfinder side. At close dis­ of discussion were drawn between two factions. On opposite sides of tances viewfinder and lens don't coincide' exactly. The above holds true not only for the classic box camera but for the menu were the steward depart­ some of the modifications that have taken place through the years. ment personnel and some of the hands. The question under discussion was a relatively simple one. The stew boiled down to the fact or not the men were get­ Seamen and Seafarers in particular make friends wherever whether ting too much stew on the menu, they go, from the tip of Greenland to the Cape of Good Hope, and they were raising quite a point above is a study of seven Seafarers before and after shore so it was no wonder recently that an Army outfit in Korea about it. The quality of the stew Pictured leave in fabulous Hawaii. Everybody's happy including, top, left to was never a question, for all hands right, Joe Bucher, Johnny Moore, Fat Chapman, Adams Comisky and dedicated one of the latest is--^ sues of its publication as a the ship, the men and the food. agreed it was top-notch. It was Whitey Conn. Lower photo shows Garel and J. W. Broad after swim­ farewell message to the men "The treatment received by our the quantity of the lamb, beef and ming in the famous Honolulu surf. All Seafarers are off Steel Rover. of the Western Trader (Western men who have been working or bouillabaisse stews, among others, Navigation). , visiting the ship is something," it which was the point of contention. RoU Call Unloading coal in Ulsan, Korea; noted. recently, the Seafarers of the vessel "No article on thp Trader can be Deciding to take it to tbe mem­ found mutual friendship with the complete .Jwithout mentioning the bership aboard the vessel, the GI's and officers of the Second fine cooks and baker and delicious meeting voted to have a roU call Amphibious. Support Brigade who food they serve." If you have im­ on the galley situation over the 1. Martin P. Durkin recently resigned as Secretary of Labor. handled the unloading operations; agination, it advises, "imagine this; stews. The steward, though de­ It was more than a dockside cama- they give you a menu and you have fending his stand, was. more than Who was his predecessor? 2. Herman WoUk is the author of which of the following books radie and acquaintance. As soon your choice of several different willing to have a vote cast on the as the men of the ship and , land dishes. The men responsible for issue. He was sure he knew where about ships: 1) The Cruel Sea; 2) Mutiny on the Bounty; 3) The Caine outfits got to know each other, it this fine food, are; Chief Cook he stood in the hearts of the men Mutiny? 3. What is the capital of Pakistan? was full speed ahead for fun and George, Second Cook and Baker .with his stews. 4. What islands in the Pacific, formerly Japanese, were given to W. Deal, and Third Gook Harvey." mutual frolic. As the last vote was cast, it was Mutual Aid More Praise apparent to all aboard the ship that the Soviet Union after the last war? 5. What National League pitcher has won at least twenty games While the Army outfit opened its Other members of the crew along fewer stews on the menu would PX, club and recreational facilities with the Officers of the ship came bring fewer stews from the crew. for the last four years? 6. What are the names of the last presidents of the AFL and the to the Seafarers, as well as to the in for praise from the paper, which The vote was carried in favor of topside personnel, . the Western recounted a partial history of the the men who wanted their lamb CIO, both of whom died recently? 7. Who was the original Adlai Stevenson? Trader reciprocated by allowing ship since the Liberty was built ragout, souffle, or marinara, rather 8. What shipowner and former mayor of San Francisco has been the soldiers the run of the. ship. in the war year of 1943.. Bosun than stewed. The steward, bowing In addition to that. Uncle Sam's Freeberg and Brice Ruggie, ship's to the wishes of the majority of mentioned as a possibility to succeed Martin Durkin? 9. There are two ex-presidents still living, How many ex-viceboys in khaki and olive drab were delegate, came in for special praise the crewmembers, saw the road treated to the finest eating they from the paper and the outfit for ahead clearly defined. He said he presi^ents are still, alive? 10. What three well-known Chinese politicians were brothers-inever had since they left the States. help in painting the Army chapel would cut down on the stews. A The Army paper, the "Am­ which served the outfit's spiritual .n)^. pf his word, there hasn't been law of Chiang Kai Shek?, ^ ,.^ phibian;" was high in'iti praise of needs.-" a kew or'a row about it since. Stew On Stew On Ship Menu Army Paper Lauds Trader ! •. "J Quiz Corner •- .1 -1 - . . I �Pare IVenty SEAFARERS Seafarers On Binghamton Victory Trade In Heat Wave For Icebergs stopping: off enroute to Greenland's cooling: breezes from New York's heat wave, these Seafarers are shown taking time out from their voyage as they have their pictures taken in Newfoundland. At left, Nicholas Bossanyi, steward, enjoys the view, while Seafarers at right are, left to right, rear, George, ..chief electrician; Mannie Torres, oiler; Eddie Robinson, oiler; Eddie, deck maintenance. Kneeling are Joe Scaturro, oiler and Cass Janewiz, wiper. When it comes to beating a heat wave in New York, Seafarers know no better remedy than to ship out to more northern climes than the 42 degrees north latitude of the big city. Seafarers intending to board the Binghamton Victory (Bull) had the situation well in hand last August when New York| was hotter than chile sauce.' a more northern port still than the Taverns were at a'minimum In All they did was sign on board last port of call. The Seafarers the town, as well as movies, but the vessel and ship out to the much cooler surroundings of St. Johns, Newfoundland, and Narsarssuak, Greenland. After leaving the frying pan of New York, the ship headed up to St. Johns where the cooling drafts of air pleased the tanned and tor­ rid hides of many a Seafarer in the crew. At St. Johns it was time for work along with relaxa­ tion. After the process of unload­ ing cargo and taking on more of the same, the boys had some time out for snapshots. Not mountain climbers by profession, some of the men clambered up the sides of Mountain St. Johns and had their pictures taken to show the world. You can hardly blame them with all the furore being caused by teams of American and British climbers conquering the world's top mountain peaks. Soon, however, it was good bye St. Johns and hello Narsarssuak, were determined to get away fi-om that heat wave for sure, without leaving any doubt in anyone's mind, so they were glad when the vessel pulled into that port. Some of the men aboard the ves­ sel. Seafarer Ed Robinson, engine delegate, reports were Nicholas Bossanyi, steward; George, chief electrician; Mannie Torres, oiler; Eddie, deck maintenance; Joe* Sca­ turro, oiler, and Cass Janewiz, wiper, all of whom were happy to get some time off in port for a bit of complete relaxation. No Night Life Complete relaxation was what they meant, too, for Narsarssuak was no northern New York as far as the night life was concerned. There is a considerable lack of recreational facilities in the Dan­ ish colony, but the men were glad for the chance to relax after flirt­ ing with icebergs on the northern run. JR? YO(M SHIP A/00C)3 PSPAIPS,, fispopr -rum AS 'SOOM_ AS 'Poe&\BL0 So YO0flV>BpApTMeMT WlU- tlA\/e riMe-fo -IHAT TWe WPPiL IS WM0. IF 1HEYAP£ hlpfflPlSiW Vl/AlfJe •XAB \IOAA&0, IVM TUB USTOVSP i>lAB PAWiMAsI October X, 1951 LOG Bj/ Spike Martin As everybody expected Rocky Marciano finished off his most prominent opponent, Roland La Starza, via the kayo route. The end came in the eleventh round after La Starza took a bad shellacking from the champion after the fir.st six heats. This was Marciano's biggest and most important test so far. Up until now the powerful but clumsy champion had been carefully ma­ neuvered from bout to bout with a series of weary, battered pugs who usually were nothing more than sparring partners. La Starza was the only one who had threat­ ened the unbroken string of suc­ cesses when he lost a whisker-thiii decision to Marciano early in his career. He was younger than most of Marciano's opponents and looked to be a real test of Mar­ ciano's strength. But in the end, the La Stai-za fight followed the same pattern as all the others. Marciano once again displayed the clumsiness that will always keep him from being a great champion. But he also showed the tremendous strength, stamina and punch that seem to be enough to beat any pug in the ring today. In other words, Marciano sticks out as a Sampson among the strong men of the ring and it is his great strength, even more than his welladvertised punch, which is his most important asset. It is that strength which enables him to slow an opponent down to the point where he can bring his punch into play. With La Starza soundly trounced and out of the picture, there just doesn't seem to be anybody around to test the champion. The next best fighter in the upper weight ranges is a virtually unknown light heavyweight, Harold Johnson., Johnson is a very cool and com­ petent boxer, with a sharp, but not destructive punch in both hands. He is good enough to beat mo.st heavyweights around even though he is a natural light-heavy. But we couldn't possibly see a boxer of his size going up against the raw btute strength that is Marciano's. The fighter that can beat Mar­ ciano doesn't have to be a destruc­ tive puncher. But he will have to have • the muscle and endurance to match Marciano's, plus fieetness of foot and a real good left hand with both jab and hook. All other candidates had better not, apply. Cut Their Cake And Have It, Too the men frolicked in another man­ ner by taking in all of the cool sun they could get before heading back to .New Yqrk. They were not sure whether or not is was still smothered under a blanket of heat, but they were taking no chances and wanted to get their fill of those balmy breezes just in case. Dead Seafarer Is Honored In Final Tribute In a simple ceremony at sea on August 26, the cremated remains of Seafarer Lester E. Mack of Baltimore were cast upon the waters from the after deck of the John B. Waterman (Waterman) as the vessel lay quietly on the silent sea about 17 miles west of Acapulco, Mexico, according to Seafarer Walter Sibley. Mack, who had died six days earlier and had been cremated in Green Mount Crematory, had re­ quested that his ashes be scattered over the sea. Captain F. T. Cole­ man and Chief Officer Wiley Staggers presided over the cere­ monies which lasted nearly a quar­ ter of an hour in honor of an old shipmate. - At five minutes before 10 AM the ship had engines full astern and five minutes later a salute from the Lyle gun was fired. This was followed by the flag being lowered to half mast for the remainder of the ceremonies as the ashes began to be scattered by Sibley and Ja­ cob Mcintosh, AB. As the last of the ashes were spread upon the waiting sea, the vessel went full ahead and then made a sweeping circle to the right. The off-watch crew, gath­ ered on deck, remained silent and in place as the ship made its run. When the vessel regained course, the captain blew three long blasts on the whistle as a final salute to a departing shipmate. During the ceremonies, appropri­ ately enough, several psalms were read to honor the passing of the Seafarer. Not only did the crew gather on deck to pay final tribute to an old friend, but many pas­ sengers as well said a last goodbye to a sailor on his final voyage,^ Mrs. Cleveland, wife of the Assistant SUP agent in Yokohama, Japan, and Anne Feraru cut and serve the July 4 party cake as SlU seamen and their guests stand by in the United Seamen's Service Center. The LOG opens this column as an exchange for stewards, cooks, bakers and others who'd like to share favored food recipes, little-known cooking and baking hints, dishes with a national flavor and the like, suitable for shipboard and/or home use. Here's Night Cook and Baker A, K, Jockel's recipe for chocolate eclair, cream puffs and French crullers. ^— 100 individual and tasty servings. If you want to get in the good To start the recipe off, put the graces of the men who sail the sugar, salt, shortening and water ships for the SIU, says Sea­ farer A. K. Jockel, make them into a saucepan. Bring to a boil the delicacies for those after- before adding the sifted flour and meal snacks. Nothing pleases a blend together thoroughly. When seafaring man so much at the this is done, allow it to cool slight-' ly. Next, add one egg at a time, end of a meal than a first-class dessert, and Jockel comes up with beating each one in thoroughly three of them, made in much the before adding the next. Press the dough through a rose same way, to please the palate of pastry tube, on a well-greased many a sailor. square of heavy paper, in the Jockel, who has catered to the desired shape. Turn the paper up­ taste of leaders of many nations, side down to drop the crullers or from Kaiser Wil- what have you into the frying fat. helm to President The fat' should be heated to 375 Coolidge, has degrees. Fry until well puffed up' sailed with the and golden brown, frying only a SIU since 1946 few at a time. Drain on unglazed and been sailing paper. When cold, add icing to the on the ships of cakes. many nations for To make vanilla Icing use eight 19 years. His son tablespoons of fat, eight cups of is an OS with the confectioners' sugar, one cup of _ . , SUP, and he canned milk, three-quarters of a loves his dad's teaspoon of salt and five-and-a-half baking artistry, too. teaspoons of vanilla. Ingredients for the triple cullCfeam the fat. Then, continue nary delight include two quarts of to cream while slowly adding the water, one-and-one-half pounds of sugar. Add the milk, salt and shortening or butter, two pounds vanilla and mix until smooth. Put ' of fiour, one-half pound of sugar, the vanilla icing on the cakes and four tea-spoons of baking powder, you're ready to set sail for the mess salt and 24 eggs. This will make hall for a bellyfull of good eating. �f. October f, 195S Heads Eastf Raps Harry^s Red Line SEAFARERS Pcf0 Tweuty-oao LOG LETTERS To the Editor: We are hwneward bound to the happen en tlie hospital question east coast after an Intercoastat trip until the next session of Congress, aboard the Massmar (Calmar). but Mrs. Oveta Gulp Hobby, the In the last issue of the LOG Shipping^ around head of the Department of Health, we printed a letter, along with Los Angeles and Education and Welfare, under a picture, from Mrs. John San Francisco is whose jurisdiction the marine hos­ Bilinski, the wife of a Sea­ at a peak. I pitals now come, has to prepare farer. The picture showed ashould like to her budget requests for the 1954family reunion aboard the extend a vote of 55 fiscal year in the very near Longview Victory in Japan thanks to the future. The seamen, however, with Sergeant First Class West Coast offi­ cannot allow the move to get as Billy E. Voyles happily greet­ cials for their in­ far as reaching the houses'of Con­ ing his stepfather, Seafarer defatigable e f - gress. If they want to defeat the John Bilinski. Inadvertantly, forts to settle all proposed slash it would be best to Chew we had the sergeant's rank in­ beefs in top- fight for it now before it gets to correct and his last name mis­ notch SlU style. the bill, stage and slashes the life spelled. This is my first trip back east in line of many a sailor. two years. Things look pretty good John A. Beach out here except that Harry Bridges t i and his boys are still acting up. They really enjoy wasting the longshoremen's dues by printing To the Editor: propaganda and dropping it in our This is in answer to Chuck crew recreation rooms. Here's a To the Editor: Hostetter's letter in the Septem­ Seamen are doing lots of big man who is downright opposed to things around the world. Take this ber 4 issue of the LOG wherein he anything the AFL does. Bridges may be able to kid the Sergeant Midget over here in Ko- asks "what this company does with men out on the West Coast but he i-ea, whom I knbw. He seems to the ox between the tongue and the can't do the same thing with us. be running the whole American tall, and what they do with the pig We don't go for any thin Red line. army, or-so I am led to believe. between the knuckles and the Speaking of the sergeant, it cer­ hocks" and then goes on to ques­ He'd be smart if he wised up and stopped trying to pass that baloney tainly is a small world. Two boys tion th^" desirability of corned off on us. He's got enough troubles on the ship, Clarksburg Victory shoulder being used for ham. He of his own without cultivating a tEastern), are from the same home also wonders what animal ham town as ^the sergeant, Manteo, NC. comes from. few more. I would like to answer with a I thought I'd send in a picture to James E. Chew Ship's delegate the LOG so everyone could see few facts, as well as anyone else who is interested these three fine lads together. The 4. i. in the subject. two seafaring men's names are First of all, on Moncie Daniels and John T. Davis, the Cubore (Ore) two of the finest lads.I've ever we only get 50-54 come across. Daniels, one of the To the Editor: pounds of corned best messmen I've ever had the I haven't been to sea for a long pleasure to work with in my ca­ shoulder for a time. The last time I went was in pacity as chief steward, is working voyage lasting 25 tlie fiiwt World War in the Navy. his way throitgh college. Both days. It is used I've been a landlubber for a long these boys are going to do things only for corned time now, but I know some of the along with their sergeant buddy shoulder and not Davis problems the merchant seaman who is already doing them. The as a substitute faces. That is why I am writing sergeant, by the way, is a retired for any other meat. I have been a this. It is in defense of maintain­ Seafarer. He retired his book in member of this Union since 1938 ing the marine hospitals for mer­ 1948, but expects to take-it out and I have never used corned chant seamen. shoulder for ham in the 35 years I at his earliest opportunity. To begin with, the USPHS hos­ have been going to sea, and I Says Hello pitals do not only serve the inter­ Midget wants to say hello to never intend to use it. We get 175 ests of the seaman. All govern­ "Book 9", also old bellyrobber pounds of ham, in addition to the ment employees ' benefit directly corned shoulder, for each 25 days from the services, as well as the Reese and Jim Goeckers and every­ at sea, and it is all put to the good body else. He's from Norfolk and rest of the nation deriving indi­ use for the purposes for which it rect benefit from the advances de­ a pretty darn nice guy. I got to was intended, and none other. veloped }n the marine hospitals. treat these boys well because I As for the tongue and oxtail and Innumerable developments in the never know when I'll ship out of hamhocks, I have alwaj's run a fields of cancer, respiratoi-y dis­ that port again. Thought you would like to main meat course with these items eases, cardiac and mental diseases —also three vegetables and soup. have taken place in these hospi­ know that we have one swell crew They are neyer run as main dishes. tals. It is not a closed circuit, from Captain Davis and chief En­ If there are any other questions I'd either. All of the good done here gineer Andrew Foley on down. be glad to answer them for the is passed on to private and outside There was a beef on water, but brothers. institutions for the betterment of everyone got together and every­ Clarence T. Davis thing over here is working out all the nation as a whole. i t" right. Bi-Partisan Palicy Midget's address over here is It is inconceivable to think that the Government is going to pull 866 Port Co. APO 971, Inchon, the chocks out from under the Korea. He says he'd like lots of To the Editor: hospital program. Since 1798, dur­ mail from the boys, also that any­ I just finished reading the latest ing the second administration of time he can do anything for Sea­ issue of the SEAFARERS LOG, farers he'll be more than glad to the United States when the young and I must say that I got nothing Government had far less to spend do it. but enjoyment out of reading this Harry L. Franklin on hospital services, the marine hospital program has been in ex­ istence. Not since that time has any administration. Republican, Democratic, Federalist or Whig, seen fit to close these hospitals as an economy move. That's buying your money pretty dear when you have to barter it for the lives and health of a portion of the popula­ tion. If Director of the Budget Joseph M. Dodge goes through with his proposed cutback on the USPHS hospitals, cutting the services from 19 hospitals to a mere three throughout the nation, it will serve as a severe hardship to the men of the merchant marine as well as other Government employ­ ees. Imagine, three hospitals for the entire countiy. If the situation was not so serious, it-would be laughable. It is only a stop awaj' from no hospitals at all. Although Former Seafarer, Sergeant Midget, center, ciaspa two of his home­ that may sound absurd to certain town budiUes around in Mcji, Japan. Seafaring men Moncie parties, some of the past events Danicda, left, and John T. Davis, off. the Clarhsborg Victory (Eaetseem just as- foolish, unheard of em), had a ida* hand for their old Manteot NC, nettfhhor. Photo and unwise. by Harry FrankUn. 0^ course^ nothing is goinr to Oopsy We're Sorry Corned Shoulder Former Seafarer Not If am. He Says is Sgt. In Korea Wants To Keep Hospitals Open No Lawyers^ No Red Tape In SIU lui-lr* <41 'flit iel At top-drawer paper. It helps me keep up on the news and views of our union, our brothers and other items of interest in the maritime field. Every article keeps me right up to date on the latest develop­ ments in maritime. There's one notice in the paper, particularly, which I think gets right to the point. I'm referring to that "No Lawyer Needed" item I see pQp up every once in a while. It is certainly right—we don't need any with the Welfare Services De­ partment on the job. That includes other benefits, too. I collected my vacation pay so fast several times, without red tape, that I still find it difficult to be­ lieve. No unnecessary lawyers were present to botch up the proceed­ ings. As long as I had proof of my seatime, in the various instances, I was home and sailing free with the SIU taking care of me in jig time. Wants Booklet I would like to make a sugges­ tion. For those of us who don't know exactly how the Welfare Plan works, I suggest the Union print a pamphlet so that the members can really get to know what it is ail about. In this way the membership can learn more about its benefits and profit thereby. Willie Frank (Ed. note: The Union has a Wel­ fare Plan booklet in print for the benefit of its membership.) t. i t. Shore Leave Rare For Christo-^i To the Editor: All crewmembers of the ChristoM (Marine Shipping) agree that we have had a very gbod trip, consid­ ering that we have been out for nearly five months, and that dur­ ing that time we have had one night ashore in Kure, Japan. After 48 days we ai-rived in In­ chon from Houston. We lay there for 18 days with very little shore leave. From thei*e we went to Kunsan, where we lay for about 40 days with about 15 days ashore, as the base was restricted most of the time. Fi'om there we went to Pusan where we lay four days to get bunkers and then went on to Kure, Japan, for bunkers, where we were lucky enough to get one night ashore. Crew of Cbristo-M i> 4" Former Seaman Asks For LOG To the Editor: I started going to sea back in 1951 and sailed up until I got off the Maiden Victory which was at tbat time loading ammo for Korea. I am now in a place where I don't have much of the sea or the SIU. However. I found a SEA­ FARERS LOG in the library today and thought I would write to try to get the LOG sent to me. Right now I am strapped, but I intend to get back to the sea when I am able. David E. Thomas (Ed. note: Your address has been noted and the LOG will be sent to you every two weeks as published.) 4. 4i 4- Cubore Cleanest Ship In Fleet To the Editor: The crewmembers of the Cubore (Ore) believe that this ship is the cleanest and best-feeding vessel in the Ore fleet. The Coast Guard in­ spector at upper yard. Key High­ way, congratulated the chief, of­ ficers, bosun and the crew for hav­ ing the cleanest ship to hit the yard this year. Crew ef Caboro ^•1; l- Shipboard Feast Fit For Kings 4 To the Editor: Through the fine efforts of the steward department of the Raphael Semmes (Waterman), a superb supper was given in honor of our Captain Borden. He has been more than cooperative with the crew, and his actions were appreciated by all. In closing, the crew would like to add that the supper was com­ parable to the best efforts of the Waldorf Astoria. Crew of Raphael Semmes i t i First Engineers RonH Know All To the Editor: On September 3. :i;952, while wiper aboard the Shinnecock Bay ^Veritas), I hurt my back while " taking on ship's stores for the en­ gine department. I reported it to the first assistant engineer and he told me to take it easy. The next day around 2 PM, while assisting the second engineer, my back gave way on me completely mtSKS so I took to the sack for good that time. Every­ thing went along well for three or four days, then the first assistant got pretty cocky and' would come to see me several Franklin times a day. He'd tell me there was nothing wrong with me and a lit­ tle exercise would cure me if I was not too lazy to do it. All the time he is blowing his stack I am in so much pain that I can hardly breathe. The mates weren't much better. They gave me some lini­ ment for my back and told me to rub it on myself. I couldn't even turn over without help. I heard from some of the crew later that the first was even so small as to imitate the way I walked when I was in pain. He also told them that it was all an act to get out of work. That's a pretty rotten deal from the officer aboard ship on which I was in­ jured. Gives Credit Now I want to give credit where it is due. The stewards department was very nice to me. They brought my meals to me while I was bed­ fast. Martin O'Toole, the wiper, helped me a lot as did the oiler and the fireman and a fellow they called Red Lane from Wilmington. He was the engine room delegate and. he was very good to me, prov­ ing he was a real SIU member. I took off at Guam and was flown back to the hospital in San Fran­ cisco. I entered it on September 28 and stayed there until Decem­ ber 15. Then 1 was an outpatient until the end of March. Now I am under the care of a specialist, but I think that I may be able to ship out soon. Wants To Ship ' Boy, I sure will be glad to get to ship out once again. I've been off for over a year and that is a long time for anyone who loves the sea as much as I do. I want to thank the SIU for all it has done for me in the past, and for the -future w ork it will do for the members of the Union. Every­ one deserves praise—all the of­ ficers of the Union, the members, and the Union's publication, the SEAFARERS LOG. The moral of this letter is if you think you're sick, you are. Don't let any first assistant engineer talk you out of it with some un­ founded advice and diagnosis. If he were a doctor, he wouldn't be an engineer. Here is a picture of me taken after I got my teeth pulled, but maj'be some of the boys will know*who it is anyway, Andrew A. Franklin •i �Pare Twenlr-tw* Nurse Wants To Hear From Crew % • LETTERS SEAFARERS LOG Oetober X, 195X "TT Ashs Question On Straits Dollars To the Editor: To the Editor: The following letter was received to question the crewmembers in­ special favorites. I have enjoyed I wish to inform you of an in­ by my husband, Seafarer John J. volved or the other delegates, in­ the LOG for a long time, now I cident concerning money dravi'k Carroll, formerly an AB on the stead of jumping to conclusions don't want to miss It while I'm at which happened aboard the Steel ' Azalea City (Waterman), from Mrs. after being on board only two To the Editor: home. The whole family reads Age (Isthmian) while the ship was Leatha Galvin Durnin, a reg­ weeks, we feel certain he would Recently I was invited to come every issue I bring home. in Singapore. istered nurse who was a passenger have written a complimentary let­ aboard the Iberville (Waterman), a Praises Progress According to the captain and the aboard the vessel at the time Sea­ ter instead of such a slap in the coastwise ship in Brooklyn, for a I can't praise our officials enough farer Harold J. Tilden died last face to a good captain and purser. Spanish dinner prepared by Ralph for the great progress made by the company agent, there is a local currency law that August. The story was carried in In regard to the captain, Guy E. Guito, who is considered one of Union in the name of our member­ has been in exist­ the September 18 issue of the Horsley, and the purser, E. N. the best chefs sailing under the ship in the past few years. All of ence for some LOG. Mr. Carroll requested that McDonald, we have found them to SIU banner. our conditions are tops, whether it time, which the I forward it to you as a final word be more than fair in every respect. The meal I asked for and re­ be working conditions, living con­ local government on the story: They have gone out of their way ceived was arroz bianco con fri- ditions, wages, overtime or what has just started to many times to accommodate the "Mr. Carroll and Shipmates: joles negro have you. The SIU Welfare Plan enforce. This law (white rice and just cannot be beat aaywhere. There were two reasons for this crew of this ship in the matter of allows 45 Singa­ black beans, Co­ delay in writing to you. All five draws, slopchest and medical at­ pore Straits Dol­ I would have been in a fine lumbia style). pickle if my benefits had stopped rolls of film were blanks. Of tention, as well as being good men lars (a p p r o X i And believe me, at the end of 13 weeks. The $15 courss, we were heartsick, but to sail with all around. mately $15 in US Selby Signed by 23 crewmembers it was one of the per week I received from the SIU nothing can be done. currency) to be of San Mateo Victory best meals I ever Welfare Plan was my only income brought aboard the ship each day It probsfoly happened when our ate. The crew of for eight months. I can say with for every member of the crew. We ^ bags opened aboard the plane. i t t this ship should pride that I'm very happy indeed asked for proof of this law, but • 'More than likely, be thankful to to be a member of the finest Union were not given any. We merely in the jumble of have this man in the world. The SIU has really were told that it was the law. luggage, our cam­ Martinez aboard. He knows proven that it is the Brotherhood era was damaged Although the captain cooperated To the Editor: all the tricks. with us by giving a draw every day in the process. of the Sea. The crew qf the Atlantic Water Ship Is Shining and in cases where men didn't We had valu­ David Sykes (Metro) would like to go on record want draws was able to give out able snapshots I also made a tour of the ship, (Ed. note: Your address has been as doing a little bragging about a more than 45 Singapore Straits of three genera­ and it was the cleanest one I have noted and you will receive the LOG fine ship's delegate, Robert W. Dollars per man to the men want­ tions of our fam­ ever been on. The brass was all every two weeks as published.) Miller. He did a fine job toward ing draws, it was an inconvenience ily for our Aunt i> making this an enjoyable trip. He shined up, including the dinner for the men who wanted to buy £1 who is 83 bell. Some' of you may be think­ Carroii went about his task in a big way, gifts and souvenirs. If the ship years old. I wish ing it's a work horse, but it isn't. had'not been in port for nine days, one of you would get a camera and and fought hard to get the ship Once you get a ship shipshape, it's many of us would have been un­ take one more try. We'd so like to cleaned up, as it was so dirty it easy to keep it that way. able to do this.' have a picture. I hope to find a could hardly have been called an To the Editor: Lish Taylor, steward, should be SIU ship. Thanks to his efforts, paper in my mail box soon. After being ship's delegate on No other SIU ship was in port at the ship is now, or is nearly, up to commended for a spotless ship and the Seatrain Savannah (Seatrain) the time, but I contacted other I am writing this during the being an SIU ship, for an SIU ship he certainly lives up to our motto, for the past three months, I would American crews in port and they Intervals when my patient is is a clean ship. We offer him a "An SIU ship is a clean ship." During dinner we watched tele­ like a few words of praise printed said this law was not enforced on asleep. She needs constant care vote of thanks and appreciation for her broken neck, which is one for a job weil done. vision (a baseball game) and after in the LOG about the fine job the their ships. stewards department has done on reason for my being delayed in saw a western movie on TV. The crew of. the Steel Age would Crew of Atlantic Water this ship. writing to you. Crew Stays and Stays appreciate it if this matter is re­ The food that has been turned ferred to headquarters for any ac­ ^ 4> Roland Valesco tells me that all Please give Mr. Durnin's and my out in the galley couldn't be better, tion which can be taken to remedy members who come aboard for one best to all the members of the trip discard their baggage and re­ and credit for that should go all this situation in order to avoid in­ crew. God bless you all and may the way down the line. Everyone convenience to SIU ships calling at main for long periods. you have health and complete hap­ All you boys who are on the is pretty well satisfied as far as Singapore in the future. piness at all times. I shall never To the Editor; Joe Selby beach desiring a good berth, I rec­ the chow is concerned, thanks to forget my pleasant cruise, except The stores came down to the ommend the Iberville. Being a Stanley U. Johnson, steward, Ship's Delegate for that single note of sadness, and Seacloud (Colonial) in San Fran­ member of the steward depart­ Charlie Cant ,veil, chief cook, H. 4> 4^ 4> the fine people we met. Let us cisco and the steward, Louis £. ment, I took a good look at every­ Minkler, George Libby, W. Olssen, (Ed. note: Headquarters is now hear from you." Meyers, after looking them over, thing, and she's a fine baby. C. Lowey and V. Artmen and checking into the validity of this Marie Carroll sent the commercial meat back and others. law, but as far as is knovm no Dick Martinez demanded Grade A beef. He Everyone has pitched in to do such law is in effect limiting the 4" 4if 4' 4' argued with the port steward, and his part and made this trip a real amount of Staits'Dollars which can told him, "We're the ones who success in the food department, be taken ashore each day. How­ have to eat this food, not you." The entire crew offers a word of ever, there is a limit on American After two days of arguing he got praise to the steward department money.) To the Editor: 4> 4* 4' the Grade A beef. He opened the To the Editor: aboard this vessel. We, the crew of the San Mateo crates of fruit and vegetables and Thomas R. Hyde I have just arrived home after Victory (Eastern), read a letter to sent some of these items back and spending eight months in the ma­ Ship's Delegate the editor in the August 14th issue got a good grade. rine hospital in Baltimore having 4- 4^ t of the LOG pertaining to the cap­ To the Editor: The meat, vegetables and fruit some plastic surgery work done tain and purser of this ship. The that we finally got after all the on some old scars left from burns; I am not a sailor in any shape brother who wrote that letter haggling looked like something out I'll be home in Mobile for some or form,, nor do I have any connec­ stated that the purser had a "cute of a picture book. This should be time convalescing, so I would ap­ tion with the sea or with the Union. trick" of putting a question mark an. example to other stewards sail­ preciate it if you would please put To the Editor: It is, therefore, very strange that I would appreciate it if you I should be WTiting this letter. on the overtime, and from that ing with the SIU: Don't let those my name on your mailing list for could forward the LOG to me. point on, he said, it had a way of phony port stewards shove a the LOG. It all started when I was work­ getting lost. bunch of junk off on you, for you I usually pick it up at the hall, Since I left Fort Dix on July 6, ing in the neighborhood and visited We would like to point out that are responsible for feeding the but I* don't get around much just 1953, I hqve not received the LOG; the cafeteria. There I found the the overtime referred to was paid crew and keeping ali on board yet. I read everything, that's I: guess you are still sending my choice of good food and ample por­ at the end of the following voy­ happy. tions, tasty and reasonably priced; printed in. the LOG 9S I:enjoy the copy there. . • The LOG will really come in , With time still on my hands,M age. Therefore, we Can see no Crewmembers of Seacloud whole works without having any handy. I enjoy reading about my decided to look around a bit. 1 reason for this man's statement. Union and former shipmates. I looked in on the game room and The purser had questioned some have 16 months to put in over admiried the pool tables. -Then I items, that is true, and typed them here in Korea. It felt good to see went from thp recreation hall to up on separate sheets. These part of the Waterman fleet while the hiring hall which adjoins it." I sheets, however, were handed to leaving Sasebo, Japan. the boarding patrolman and paywatched awhile and then asked I will be looking forward to re­ some questions aliout the, way it V master for consideration. The ceiving the LOG and wish to thank works. Two gentlemen were most sheets were not lost. The overtime you and all the members of the courteous and friendly in their ex­ that was not paid was crossed off staff for doing such a good job. the purser's sheets after they had planations and in their accounts . Roy A. Johnson about the sea, the Union and work­ left the ship to go to the company office. I Ed. note: Your change, of ad­ ing conditions in general. I was dress has been noted; we mil send given a copy of the LOG of Sep­ Crew Checks Figures the LOG to your new address from tember 18. I have read it quite The captain and purser had no now on.) thoroughly and have found it well knowledge of this until the payoff, made up, its articles, comments when some of the crew began to 4^ 4> 4> and features highly informative, figure up their pay. When the pleasingly varied, readable and crew found they were a few hours completely relevant. short, they told the patrolman. I have now become very much The-patrolman discussed this with To the Editoc interested in the SIU and its men. the purser and the purser asked The third cook, Womack, and I would therefore be grateful to that, since time was so short, he the DM, Henry Sojak, are rejoin­ you if I were added ^o the mailing be permitted to put the impaid ing Jhe Potrero Hills (Phila. list of the LOG. Let me close by time on the next payroll for those Marine) very soon. wishing you the best of luck in remaining on board. Those get­ Some of the replacements aboard yoiir, conflict with the AMEU. ting off, he would pay on a sep­ here are Greek, and they pay"'their David Siiverman arate voucher. The patrolman con­ expenses to fly to the Persian Gulf (Ed. note: Thank you for your sulted the crew and found this from Port Said. They might be interest in fhe Union. Your Louis Balbino Aragues, sailing as an MM, took time out from his agreeable all around. taken Off when the ship' is home- has been added to the mailing list seafaring duties to marry Juanita Firnes lit the' Canary Islands C' If the man who wrote that let­ early this year. Now he's Just getting around to letting his ship­ ward-bouiid. and ydu will receive tfa LOG every ter to the LOG had taken the time Cdw^iM ScheMOr mates know about it. . He traveled 10,000 mj|ies to marry the lass. twg weeks af published.) Ibervilte Is A Tip-Top Feeder Atlantic Water Gets Cleaned Up Food Is Great Aboard Vessel Beefs On Beef Won By Steward Crew Defends Captain^ Purser Convalescing^ Wants The LOG Shore Worker Likes SIU Too Korea-Bound^ He Still Beads LOG Traveled Long Way To Wed His Lass Ex-Crewmen Join Potrero Hills �4~-i-» .'. '."I , r .;v^ ^';'g.."A! ,•;.. • .•-• ','.'v ^'', JVI'. ' •"''J.—:>--, •'••.• iV. ~* .» •.» I fyaraini tg? Oet^tun • •- .• Pa«« Twenty-thra* At Sea —A Mutiny For Cold While detective stories usually deal with train and tank robberies, some of the most cold-^ • blooded robberies that have" been committed took place on the high seas, though not in re­ cent years. Basically, there were only two w ays for these high-sea robberies to take place, orte by piracy—the taking of 4a vessel by force—the other that time, the first trouble started fee. The men sat silently as they by mutiny. Both cases usu­ as Fred Yeiser, the first mate, or­ listened for sounds from the saloon. ally involved niui'der . dered Smith to sweep down. Smith The type of sea robbery where began to argue., The argument led .the crew conspires to'take over to a fight, and Smith was beating the vessel Is, perhaps, the most the mate until Captaiq Hackett Qlod-blooded, for it involves weeks, stopped the argument with a hand­ and perhaps months of waiting, as spike to the back of Smith's head. the men make their plans, and de­ The fight, however, did gain the cide who must die and who can conspirators some backing with live. The case of the robbery- the crewmembers whb were not in mutiny-murder aboard the schooner on the robbery, and before long Plattsburg is one of the foremost. the entire crevv, with the excep­ It began in Baltimore in 1816, tion jof Lamberson, the cook, was when the Plattsburg began loading in on the plot. Make Plans at her home pier. Some 11,000 pounds of coffee were loaded Long conferences were held in aboard the trim little vessel, and the foc'sle to determine just how then another, hciavier cargo was the robbery was to be carried out, taken aboard. . Although this sec­ and how the money was to be split ond cax-gQ was supposed to be among the men. There was 14 loaded secretly, it's almost impos­ men in on. the plot, and so it was sible to keep a cargo of $42,000 in agreed that all should share gold coins a secret for very long,, equally in the loot. Further con­ and soon the entire Baltimore war ferences decided that the only way lerfront was buzzing with the news. to get the money was to kill all the officers aboard, and take the en­ Robbery Planned In one of the waterfront bars, tire ship. That way, the men hoped John Williams, Frances Fredericks, to be able to take the vessel into John Rog, Nils Peterson, John some out-of-the-way port, and sell Smith, and two men called Stromer the cargo of coffee as well as pos­ and Stacey, were quietly drinking sibly selling the ship itself. This some rum and wondering where to made the venture even more at­ get some quick money, when they tractive, since the gold itself only heard the story about the Platts- meant a share of $3,000 per man burg's cash cargo. The news once it Was split 14 ways. Meanwhile, the Plattsburg sailed sounded too good to be true, but they quickly determined that the along and was favored with good first move would be to sign on as winds for most of the trip. After much debate on the best crewmembers of the Plattsburg. And so, one by one, the men method of seizing the ship, it was boarded the schooner and asked decided that it would be best to Captain William Hackett for a poison all the officers as the berth. Hackett still thought his Plattsburg approached St. Mary's cargo was a secret, and so he didn't at the Azores. This method, the hesitate to sign on the men. He men figured, would do away with took all ot them except Fredericks, any messy struggles and any chance who was the last man to apply for of the officers using their firearms a berth, but, not suspecting any­ to put down the mutiny. So, Wil­ thing, he agreed to let Fredericks liams took a drug given to him by sail as a passenger after he had Stromer, and managed to drop it turned Fredericks down because into the coffee pot of the officers while the non-conspiring cook, the crew was already filled. The Plattsburg soon finished *her Lamberson, was not looking. loading, and on July 1, 1816, the;, That night, the crew hardly vessel sailed from Baltimore, and' touched their food as they waited then anchored off the Capes. At for the officers to finish their cof- The. first hint of trouble on the Plattsburg was when Smith got into a fight with Yeiser, the. first mate. Smith Was Hvlhnliig until Cap­ tain Hackett stopped the fight with a handspike to Smith's head. As the officers finished their cof­ fee, and settled back for a smoke, the first mate suddenly stood up, knocking over bis chair, and lurched from the cabin. The second mate followed, while the captain staggered into his cabin. All three men became violently ill, and suf­ fered severe cramps all through the night. None of the officers were able to take their watch that night, as they all lay moaning in their bunks. The crew quietly went about their regular duties, waiting until the of­ ficers died. However, the next morning, the captain came up on deck looking drawn and pale, but still looking far from being dead. He 'was followed by both of the mates and the supercai'go. After getting some fresh air, the officers filed into the galley and began an inspection that turned up very little, since the coffeepot had already been washed. The drug, however, had left a stain inside the pot, and the captain immediately decided that they had gotten sick because they had gotten their cof­ fee from a dirty pot. Accordingly, he summoned the entire crew, and ordered Lamberson flogged for not cleaning the coffeepot properly. Try Again Not discouraged by their first failure, the men gathered in the dark foc'sle once more, and decid­ ed that violence was the only way left. They decided to act the next night. The attempt to poison the officers failed, and when the officers re­ Yeiser had the watch on deck un­ covered, they found the coffeepot stained and had Lamberson, the til midnight, and as Fred Onion, cook, who was not in the plot, flogged up on deck. the second mate, came up on deck to relieve Yeiser, William cried they told what had hapened on the Paris. In both of these cases, the "Sail ho." Neither Yeiser nor Onion Plattsburg. The consulate alerted courts refused to extradite the men took into account the fact that it the Nonvegian police, and the to the United States so they could was a dark, foggy night with al­ search began. be biought to trial, and since the most no visibility, and that it would By the time, all the men had de­ crime occurred on a US ship, the be impossible to see another ship serted the Plattsburg, but, just 14 matter was dropped and both men unless it was right on top of the days after the vessel had reached were allowed to go free. Five of Plattsburg. Instead, the two mates Noiway, six of the mutineers were the mutineers were never heard ran to the forward rail and peered arrested in Copenhagen. They at­ from again once they went ashore out into the darkness. Williams and tracted suspicion by the amount of from the Plattsburg with their the other men in the ci-ew imme­ money they were spending, and share of the loot, just $3,000 each. diately jumped them, using pump then another mutineer was arrest­ All of the seven men arrested in brakes and capstan bar. ed for the same reason in Chris- Norway were extradited and stood Yeiser was knocked out, and im­ tiansand. After 14 daj's ashore, the trial in the US. Four of the men, mediately tossed over the sif'<-. seven mutineers had only $5,000 including Williams and Stromers, Onion, although knocked down, left out of the $21,000 that they were hanged. One was cleared on managed to break away and ran left with ship with. evidence that he had been forced into the cabin, where he hid in the The other seven mutineers were into the conspiracy, and the other breadbox. But the sound of the not caught at that time. However, two were given light prison terms scuffle carried back through the a year later, one was arrested in after they served as state's wit-, ship, and Captain Hackett came Austria and another arrested ih nesses. running out on deck, demanding to know "what's happening out here?" His answer was a blow across the back of the head with a capstan bar, and then his unconscious body was thrown over the side. The supercargo was then called up on deck, knocked out and tossed over the side. Then, the mutineers, now fh command of the ship, went hunting for Onion. They looked through the cabins and through the holds, but couldn't find him. Finally three of them dragged. Onion out of the breadbox and up on deck. Being held at the rail by four' men. Onion was given a choice; navigate the ship under or­ TlW/fKiC© 16 fo65|g/5 ders of the mutineers—or go over the side. Onion agreed to navigate. ONVH WCAVSE A9£ Go To Norway Following Stromers' orders. CoiH\f^CEP Onion set a course to a small port in Norway. When the vessel finally arrived, Stromer made plans to MEAJ \'sMBiGe<AU smuggle the cargo of coffee asho: but the rest of the mutineers brok^ out the gold, and split it up among AT Thie A/Ekv HALL .. them. They then proceeded to leave the ship and scatter. Onion and Lamberson took ad­ vantage of the confusion, slipped over the side, and made their way to the American consulate, where / 1! X. �V- Pmga Tweuif-foitr SEAFARERS QeU^bt^rtm^^^ LOG ... DIGEST of SHIPS' MEETINGS ... SOUTHSTAR (South Atlantic), July S Chairman, W. Mulling; Sacrotary, R. Mc- was discussed. ^Can-Shaher^ Have iVo OK stewards department for a Job well done The steward department thanked the crew for their cooperation and for being a crew that is easy to please. bert De Forest. Usts of repairs needed should be made by the department dele­ gates before arrival in California. There should be a little more cooperation in keeping messrooms and foc'sles clean. STEEL ADMIRAL (Isthmian), August Radio operator will put in the slopchest 22—Chairman, H.- Clemens; Secretaryi any cigars, chewing tobacco or snuff, C. Hartman. Barney Speegle was elected on individual orders. ship's delegate. Anyone leaving the wash ing machine dirty will be penalised. Sug­ STRATHBAY (Strathmore), August 3— gestion was made to have each member Chairman, Charles E. Lee, Jr.; Secretary, donate $1 to the ship's fund and have A. J. Stanton. Showers are in a bad the ship's delegate use it to buy games way. Captain will paint the main deck and baseball equipment. Steward should next trip. The meat is bad. Suggestion chill the canned fruit before- serving. was made to staft a ship's fund with a Ship's delegate will see the chief engi­ $1 contribution per man, to be made at neer about the washing water. • the payoff. August 23—Chairman, J: S. Simmons; Sacrotary, Walter Kohut. After the' purchase of an iron, there is a balance of S3.50 in the ship's fund. One man missed ship in San Juan. Exhaust fan for The membership is again the galley was not received, although it was put on the last repair list. Vote of cautionei] to beware of persons thanks went to the steward, Rudolph isolieiting funiis on ships in Kienast, for showing movies and a vote SEATRAIN NEW JERSEY (Seatrain), of thanks went to the entire steward half of memorials or anj; other August 9—Chairman, Sir Charles; Secre­ department for excellent work all so-called "worthy causes." tary, Leoneio Calderon. Special meeting around. was held on the poor cooking. The chief No "can-shakers" or solici­ CHRISTOS M. (Marine Shipping), May cook agreed to get oii in New Jersey. tors have received authoriza­ There is plenty of circumstantial evi­ 21—Chairman, James E. Ward; Secretary, tion from SIU headquarters to dence to back this up. Norman Kirk was John O. Drake. The Wilmington patrol­ GOVERNMENT CAMP (Cities Service), CARROLL VICTORY (South Atlantic), elected ship's treasurer by acclamation. man said the captain should issue collect funds. The National September 1—Chairman, W. Bllgar, Sec­ July 19—Chairman, Bernard Mace; Secre­ two cartons of cigarettes per week There is $49.02 in the ship's fund. retary, T. Clough. Suggestion was made per man, but he only Issues them once tary, P. T. Cassidy. Captain's remarks Foundation for Infantile Pa­ to have the members donate a dollar about items carried in the slopchest JOHN B. WATERMAN (Waterman), Au­ every 10 days. Steward is short of ralysis is the only charitable each at the payoff to buy a radio. Vote hereafter will be referred to the patrol­ gust 29—Chairman, Walter H. Sibley; linen. He will issue a full set to each of thanks went to the steward depart­ man. There was a discussion on the Secretary, N. Plummer. Beef on the sec­ man, who will wash his own, as it organization which has re­ ment and to the department heads for care of the laundry and the recreation can't be sent ashore here. Crew wants ond mate doing seaman's work will be ceived membership endorse­ their cooperation on the repair list. hall; each department will take weekly taken up with the patrolman. Disputed more variety in the night lunch. Rudolph Toaster is not to be used to make hot turns at keeping these in order. delayed sailing from Mayaguez will also Profozich was elected ship's delegate by ment. Funds for this cause dogs or toasted cheese sandwiches. be taken up. Robert Manhoney was acclamation. Ship's delegate should see are collected through normal Brothers were warned against misuse of the captain about the lack of hot water DESOTO (Waterman), July 18—Chair­ elected ship's delegate. There is S16.50 in the washing machine, ironing equipment man, F. Travis; Secretary, Philip Reyes. the ship's fund. Repair list will be made for showers. When the first engineer was Union channels at the pay-off. and ship's gear in general. The mate commended the deck depart­ y'out before arrival in Baltimore. The asked to do something, he asked why he Receipts are issued on the spot ment as being a very good bunch of should run up and down to the hot supply of milk is inadequate. CHRISTINE (TInl), July 11—Chairman men. Suggestion was made to get more crew. Vote of thanks went to the stew­ F. R. Otvos; Secretary, L. J. Sheehan. dry cereals and fruits of better quality. SOUTHERN STATES (Southern Ship­ ard department for a job well done. July 30—Chairman, E. A. Cooley; Sec­ captain about posting the price list of Shot cards will be turned over to the Steward will look into the matter. ping), August 23—Chairman, Manuel S. captain. OT beef leaving San Pedro was retary, J. O. Drake. Delegates will turn Natto; Secretary, Bob Aivarado. There is the slopchest. List of needed soap will be on a $10.45 balance in the ship's fund. Sug­ in repair lists: captain will be contacted made up by each department delegate. okayed. Shooting-off of firecrackers the night of July 4th continued into the gestion to donate to the cancer fund was about the payoff in San Pedro. Chief en­ Steward utility should clean the recrea­ late hours, causing loss of sleep. This gineer will be given a copy of the re­ made and acted upon. Steward is getting tion room and the sanitary men in the off and he and his department thanked pair list, so small repairs can be taken deck and engine department should a1 must not happen again. Suggestion was the crew for their cooperation while he care of befoi-e returning to the States, ternate cleaning the laundry. Galley ex­ made that a clause should be inserted in August 16—Chairman, Ray Knowles; haust fan should be cleaned. Steward put the new contract stating that ships be was cook and steward aboard ship. Secretary, John O. Drake. Captain said in a requisition for a good supply of painted out every six months. New wash­ the ship could not pay off in San Pedro. stores and the eaptain okayed it. Stew­ ing machine should be installed before STEEL SEAFARER (Isthmian), no data But the captain said there might be a ard will serve juice every other day. signing on for the next trip. Ship should draw there. He will not pay for launch Engine delegate will see the first as­ be stored before the crew signs on for —Chairman, Chrlstensen; Secretary, Al­ fredo O. AaroQ. All major repairs were service and liberty in Kunsan. Patrol­ sistant about the deck department toUet the next trip. August 23—Chairman, Tony Novak; taken care of; others will be dona man will be asked to meet the ship to that needs repairing. aboard ship. One man missed ship in Sacretary, Robert Dawson. Captain will see if we can pay off in San Pedro. List July 12—Chairman, Marvin A. Hauf; of men who want hospital slips will be Secretary, J. Melvyn Lundy. Repairs are be asked to get mail from the Pusan Newport News, Vs.; reefer engineer was made up. Scuppers in the laundry need being taken care of and should be com­ agent. Beefs between the chief mate and hurt in Long Beach, Cai. Men should deck department were ironed out to be properly dressed In the messhall. pleted before the voyage is over. C. Duff the LOGANS FORT (CItlot Service), Au­ fixing. the satisfaction of both parties. There Laundry should be kept clean and the was elected ship's delegate. CoUection of gust 22—Chairman, R. Koch; Secretary, CAMP NAMANU (US Petroleum), money and clothes will be taken up for are no extra electric fans and care machine run for no longer than 20 Robert L. Ford. One man missed ship in 23—Chairman, Alex James; Sec­ Japanese flood victims in case the shap should be taken in handling the ones minutes. More shelves are needed for Lake Charles. An awning for the boat August library. Swivel faucet in the laundry retary, R. Bascombe. Captain promised goes to Yokohama or another Japanese now being used. deck was discussed. needs repairs. Fresh fruit is to be put to try to get replacements in Sasebo. port where a relief station is in opera­ WAR HAWK (Waterman), August 29— in the messhall. There should be no More cots are needed. Repairs and tion. Washing machine should be kept AMEROCEAN (Blackchester), August needed unnecessary noise while the men are equipment were discussed., A clean. Pockets should be emptied before Chairman, Robert Baula; Sacratary, E. 24,,-Chairman, John Cummins; Secretary, list of needed — Gralalas. One man got off in Philadel­ sleeping. repairs will be given to clothes are put in the machine. Chief David Pine. One man missed ship in the captain for action. Magazines and August 14—Chairman, Roland Leneuet phia despite the patrolman's instructions. cook should tenderize beef if it is pos­ N. Sasebo, Japan. His gear will be sent to games Yacishyn was elected ship's delegate Secretary, Bill Bettellevre. All repairs will be purchased out of the sible. Ship.'s delegate should see about the nearest SIU hall at the payoff. Due ship's fund as well as postage for Union cleaning the exhaust fans in the gaUey, by acclamation. Cots on the deck should were taken care of except removing the to the condition of the galley stove the matters. be put awdy. Each department should drinking fountain - outside the cook's as grease falls into the food. bread is not baked very well. Baker will There Is $30 in the ship's take care of its own repair list. Laundry foc'sle. try to improve it. Men should make less fund. Three men paid off in San Fran­ August 14—Chairman, Marvin A. Hauf; will be cleaned by a different department cisco. More silver and cups are needed each week. Sacratary, J. Malvyn Lundy. Captain asked to turn m extra linen. ^ special meeting was agreed for the crew mess. Keys for toilets on a drew the day before arrival. DEL AIRES (Mississippi), July 19— should be furnished to each foc'sle for called by the ship's delegate about the ROBIN TRENT (Seas Shipping), August sanitary conditions aboard ship. Captain, All hands were reminded to get rid of Chairman, L. Wright; Sacratary, John W. use in port, or a key should be given to any Japanese straw that may have come 14—Chairman, M. H. Smith; Secretary, E. chief mate • and chief engineer in­ on souvenirs. Ship's delegate should re­ PIcou. Ddyle Boyette was elected ship's the gangway watch. Two cold suppers T. Abel. Request for repairs has been spected delegate. Steward should take care of re­ each week should be served in hot crew's quarters but did nothing taken care of. The trouble between two about having them sougeed and painted, mind the eaptain of the lodging and sub­ pairs which have not been made. There climates. Watch should be served first brothers will be referred to the patrol­ though they are very dirty. Garbage sistence due so it can be paid at the is $75.28 left In the ship's fund. at mealtime. payoff. All excess linen should be turned man. • Delegate should investigate a r.ot taken off the ship for eight days in before the payoff. Repair list will be more convenient launch service in case was SEA CLOUD (SaaTradars), August 14— while the ship was in the bay. Scupper made out, with copies going to the GOLDEN CITY (Waterman), ne datethe ship anchors in Moje. No one but carr.ying drainage from the garbage patrolman and the head of each depart­ Chairman, Louis B. Mayors; Sacratary, Chairman, F. M. Vincent; Secretary, J. E. the ship's crew is to use any of the containersthe Clauda Pritchott. Louis E. Meyers was overboard runs down into the ment. Patrolman will bfe contacted on the Hannon. One new man shipped in I ^ship's dishes or silverware. Each man 4-8 deck department elected ship's- delegate by Spclamation. Yokohama: one man was left there in portholes. operation of the slopchest. should make sure that -garbage is Several members sawfoc'sle Many repairs that were promised were the hospital. There should be no more rats running dumped well aft. around on deck. Immediate action SEAVICTOR (Bournemouth), August not taken care of. Crew Is not to sign on shooting of firecrackers or slamming of should be taken by the Wilmington 29—Chairman, J. Norgaard; Sacratary, until all repairs are made and stores are doors while men are trying to sleep. ALEXANDRA (Carras), August 9 — agent to have the ship fumigated, Carlos Ibraln. Two men missed ship and aboard. All soiled and extra linen should New man for the one left in the hos­ Chairman, A. L. Zeab; Stcratary, Sparl­ cleaned and painted. man who three Went to the hospital. Dispute be­ be turned In before the ship reaches pital should be gotten In Honolulu. ing. There may not be time to get a saw the doctor in San The was tween two members was settled. Vote of Japan. Men are to clean the dishes they There should be a better grade -of meat replacement in San Pedro. One man was told-to wash or destroy hisFrancisco clothes after confidence went to the baker for his use. between meals and return glasses and frofen vegetables for the next trip. hospitalized in Japan. Two new men the ship is cleaned. Since the Union performance. There should be an and cups to the pantry. Vote of tlianks More night lunch should be put out. came aboard in Yokosuka. One man did not keep quarters' clean, company breeding inquiry into the shortage of stores, espe­ went TO the steward, Louis E. Meyers, for Ice box in the crew's pantry needs t(» missed ship in Japan. Delegates only lice bugs, the seamen should : not cially coi'ee. There is coffee in the bridge the good stores aboard, We also have be checked. Breakdowns of the wash­ should take all matters to the patrol­ bear and the expense of having their clothes and none for the crew. Patrolman will good cooks and the food is splendid. ing tgachlns should be reported im­ man. Repair lists will be made up be­ cleaned or replaced. The company will look into this. Steward said he over­ mediately. fore arrival. Wa.shing machine beef will be expected to compensate us. looked coffee missing, and admitted that be referred to the patrolman. coffee came aboard ship for the captain VAL CHEM (Valentine), August August 24—Chairman, H. J. Sperling; in Yokohama. There is a linen shortage Chairmen, G. Grahne; Secretary, Mickey Secretary, L, J. Williams. Repair list that the steward can't explain. Food is Diets. Ship's fund will Be taken up at was turned over to the captain. Some not up to par and three were many beefs the payoff; S2 will be donated by each repairs were made. Captain said he on this. Beef on noise caused by men man. Laundry and washing machine would not pay men off according to the working while others are sleeping will should be cleaned up after use. Soap Union agreement, that he was going by be brought before the patrolman. Foc'sles powder will be gotten from the steward. company orders. One man was picked should be left in shipshape condition at TAINERON (Actlum), August 3—Chair­ up in San Pedro. Some repairs were the payoff. DEL NORTE (Mississippi), August 34— taken care of. Subject to approval by man, Edward Noeney; fscretary, William the patrolman, no member of the pres­ Oswlnkle. Crew wUl turn in all liiieh Chairman, Eddie Stough; Secretary, J., (CARROLL VICTORY (South Atlantic), ZImmer. Two brothers were hospitalent crew will sign on with the captain August 20—Chairman, Paul Ulrlch; SaeANNISTON CITY (Isthmian), August 27 and blankets to they can go to the laun­ and chief engineer, due to their anti- ratary, P. T. Cassidy. One man missed —Chairman, Lester C. Long; Secretary, dry. Everyone will be on time on sailing Ized, one In St. Thomas and the other in Santos, Brazil. Minor gripe that de­ Union treatment of the crew all trip. the ship at Newfoundland and rejoined Charles P. Makarlwcz. Terence McNee day. veloped on cleaning the laundry was Rooms should be clean at the payoff. in Argentina. Matter of back OT for was elected ship's delegate. Meat and quickly ' settled. Wessels was elected Second cook volunteered to get a new members of the last trip will be referred vegetable bo;(es are not working right. SEANAN (Stratford), August 27—Chair­ library in Boston. to the patrolman. All passageways will Galley range and drnking fountains need man, J. Rogers; Secretary W, Wood. Mas­ ship's delegate by acclamation. There be sougeed and the ship will be fumi­ repairing and toilets back aft are in bad ter explained that the ship would be is $176.73 on hand. A meeting of the LONCVIiIW VICTORY (Victory Car­ gated. Nearly all repairs have been .aken working order. Refrigeratcrs in the sougeed before the vessel returned State­ bail players will be held before the riers), August 22—Chairman, S. V. Stoc- care of. saloon and messhall have broken down side, but no painting of quarters would ship reaches St. Thomas. marr; Secretary, Robert Stubbert. Rooms and the washing machine needs repair­ be done. Steward claims the inventory PORTMAR (Calmar), Ssptsmbsr 5— will be painted and new mattresses sup­ FAIRISLE (Waterman), no date—Chair­ ing. Messman's doors need new locks. was only short on those items not avail­ plied. Red Fisher was elected new man, W. Terry Paris; Secretary, George Each department will make out a repair able. The crew feels that one and a half Chairman, Royal R. Hlghtowsr; Sacratary, R. Francis D'Forrollst. No hot water was ship's delegate. Departments will take Dunn. Repair list will be made up and a list for the patrolman in Boston. servings of watermelon is not enough for turns cleaning the laundry: rice will be copy given to the boarding patrolman. 30 days. Letter wlU be written to the available for five days. Members are to be properly dressed in the messhall. It put on the menu. Men should be sure Ail hands will make the foc'sles ship­ New York hall on Conditions aboard this was agreed that the wiper would make to draw enough money in Japan. vessel, including cleanliness. shape for arrival. Vote of thanks went coffee in the morning. August 29—Chairman, J. Fisher; Sec- to chief cook Johnnie Simon, night cook •V'-Ptary, S. J. Stocmarr. Crew was asked and baker Jesse Cabral and chief steward ANTINOUS (Waterman), August 30— CUBORE (Ore), August 31—Chairman, ''to cooperate on the painting of the George Dunn in particular and the stew­ Chairman, B. Varn; Secretary, H. C. Kilgalley. Steward was asked to put out ard department in general for their mon. Crew's ice box isn't working and Clarence T. Davis; Secreiary, Chuck more soap. Stewards department should good meals, menus and willingness. Pa­ the chief engineer either can't or won't Hostetter. 8132 wUl be added to the cooperate among themselves. There trolman will see about getting new mat­ fix it: it has been broke for several ship's fund. There has been trouble over should be an improvement in the cooking, tresses when necessary. New scuttlebutt VENORB (ORE), August 29—Chairman, weeks. Tampa patrolman will be con­ one brother: the case will be turned over as the food is not prepared too well. for the crew is needed, since the old one John A. Morris; Secretary, E. H. Mc- tacted on this. Patrolman will be asked to tliB patrolman. Brother Davis will take New shower curtains are to be put up. has broken down repeatedly for the last Chlsnay. Foc'sles have been painted out to speak to the chief engineer about try­ charge of the ship's fund. Steward said few trips. Electrician's room should be as requested. Complete repair list will be ing to rush the steward department men he would try to get a new iron from the IRENESTAR (Maine), August 9—Chair­ painted. made out. Mate is slow at giving out into sougeeing the engineers' quarters. company. Clothes should only be washed man, J. P. Saide; Secretary, Pat Fox. overtime slips, which can cause confusion The crew messman had to get off in for 25 minutes in the machine. Laundry Performers are to stop it. We have a NEVA WEST (Bloomfield), August 14— at the end of the voyage. Eggs should be Philadelphia because his father was seri­ room should be kept clean at all times. good skipper on this ship, so let's keep Chairman, Herbert Tiny Kennedy; Secre­ better cooked. Steward promised im­ ously ill, so we gave him $30 out of the Dirty water should not be dumped in the him that way. He will not put up with tary, Benedict Brodwick. There is a total provement. Coffee cups should be re- ship's fund to get down to Tampa, leav­ tubs. this kind of man In the SIU. Some food of $.39.98 in the ship's fund, which is in tunied promptly, as he is short of cups. ing a balance of $13.75. Suggestion was ELIZABETH (Bull), August 32—Chair­ has been missing on this trip. the captain's safe. Foc'sles will be Cots should be stored when not in use. made that each man contribute Si to sougeed and painted next trip. Vote of as weather ruins them. There was a beef -help build up the fund. Washing ma­ man, F. Douglas; Secreiary, E. Jimenez. YOUNG AMERICA (Waterman), August thanks went to the steward department. on the lack of hot water foi showers. chine needs repairing. Men should clean If the ship lays up, the crew should leave 14—Chairman, C. Foster; Secretary, Eddie up the laundry aiter using it and put ail rooms and bunks clean. Somebody is Chief will be contacted on this. using the toaster for frying. This must Collins. Discussion was held on pur­ their cots away In the morning. AZALEA CITY (Waterman), August 30 stop, as there is only one toaster. Some­ chasing fresh supplies and mUk in —Chairman, John Carroll; Secretary, FRENCH CREEK (Cities Service), Au­ Japan. S. T. Woodruff was elected ship's Frank Walker. Letter was read from Mrs. gust 21—Chairman, F. Hogln; Secretary, BULL RUN (Petrol Tanksri), August 3 one has been using the washing machine over 35 minutes. delegate. Repairs that pre needed will L. G. Durnin, RN, complimenting the William A. Dsshlsr. There is $15 iii the —Chairman, James Parker; Secretary, HILTON (Bull), August 14—Chairman, be brought to the attention of the chief crew on their actions after the death on ship's fund. Delayed sailing will be Thomas Moore. Steward was asked why mate or engineer to avoid last-minute re­ board of Harold Tildens. A letter of squared away at the payoff. Motion was stores couldn't come during the day. E. Abauly; Sacrotary, F. PInkowskl. E. pairs at the end of the voyage. Messman thanks will be written to her for her in­ made and passed to donate the Slf in the when there are men to handle them, in­ Pinkowski was elected ship's delegate. was asked to serve hot coffee at meal­ valuable assistance at the death of our ship's fund to the library. Fai.'olman stead of at night. Another brand of Cof­ Steward will take charge o^ the ship's times. Messroom door should be kept shipmate and brother. Men should not wiU be contacted about extermination for fee was requested. Something should be fund, which has a balance of $125. Ship's shut between meals. Crewmembers gather in the messroom when the mess- the foc'sles and whether or not it is the done about getting the foc'sles cooled. delegate will. collect donations - at the should be as quiet as possible so that man is trying to prepare for the next duty of -the wipers and ordinaries to get Steward was asked to put out a mofe payoff, which will be used to buy a tele­ vision set. Crewmembers should place-, the watch can sleep. meal. Overtime beefs and a dispute be­ linen for their departments. varied menu to cpt down food beefs. cups in the sink after use and clean, the',* tween the mate and the steward will be August 23—Chairman, John Lane; SseDOROTHY (Bull), August 9—Chairman, turned over to the New York patrolman. rstary, Charles Ellzey. One man was left August S—Chairman, James Parker; washing-machine when they are finished' J. S. Simmons; Sacrotary, Walter Kohut. There is a balance of $58.50 in the ship's in Mogie, Japan sick, and one man was Secretary; P. MePherson. Thomas Moore with It, J. S. Simmons was elected ship's delegate fund. left in the hospital in San Pedro. If the was elected ship's delegate. New wind FELTORE (Ore), August 14—Chairman, •fey acclamation. Motion was made to ship is tied up, the $15 In the ship's fund scoops were requested. There is S4.60 Donald C. Nelson; Secretary, Roy H. start a ship"s fund. Chief engineer will BARBARA FRIETCHIE (Liberty Naviga­ will go to the March of Dimes; if not. It left in the ship's fund. FIthen. The ^i^ef engineer promised t» be contacted on installing a new motor tion), June 14—Chairman, P. Karmen; will be left on board for the next crew. order ah adhiliuate niimbeh of fans. In the washing machine. Movies will be Secretary, J. M. Lundy. Repairs are be­ Slopchest willAe checked before the ship OCIANSTAR (Dolphin), August 14'shown by the steward. Sanitary work ing made. Ship's delegate will see the sails again. V«e of thanks went to the Chairhisn,' Julius Smyths; Sacrdtsry^ Ai(Continued on page 25) Canca. W. Mullings was elected ship's delegate. Clean linen will be put out and soiled linen collected on Friday. Vote of thanks went to the SIU officials for their efforts to keep the Savannah USPHS Hos­ pital open. No member is to hide cigar­ ettes in the future or they will be penalized. R �„... „...,,T^flr:7r^;wT'-rr;^7"-^'=:- -'.-- .'^-.^.rr;'"r-7|^T-^gr^ Oemwr t ms SEAFARERS -•n«::i7^r~TF:r^ Page Twenty-five LOG ... DIGEST ofi SHIPS' MEETINGS ... tsry. Tom Bowars. Ship saUed before thr refrigerator could be fixed in Panama. All deck department foc'sles but one have been sougeed. Passageways wiU be painted. Surgical instruments are missing from the hospital. One man left ship in Houston. There is S12.50 in the ship's fund. A good deal of food has gone bad because of the broken refrigerator. Decks in the deck department foc'sles need repairing. Galley blower fan needs cleaning. Washing machine should not be left running or dirty. Coffee cups should be returned to the pantry. When the messroom is used as a recreation room it should be left in good shape when the messman comes to set up for a meal. Ice is running low. There should be a little CHILORE (Ore). July f—Chairman, Secretary, Lavaano. Motion was passed more harmony among the crewmembers. to check milk before it comes aboard. DEL NORTE (MisslislppI). August 17— Patrolman will be contacted on getting those rooms that need it painted. General Chairman, Eddie Stough; Secretary. J. discussion was held on cooks' hairs faU- Zimmer. Two sick brothers left ship this Ing into food. Pantry and recreation trip. A workaway was given the cus­ room should be kept clean. Cups should tomary $10 for cigarettes and other be returned to the pantry. Patrolman items. $17 was collected for the ship's will be seen about getting the pantry fund, making a balance of $226.73. A check for $50 will be sent for the sick painted. August 9—Chairman. Donald N. DIcken; brother who left the ship at St. Thomas. Sscrstary, C. C. Harris. Suggestion was Motion was passed to give this sura to made that the pantry be painted but any sick brother who has to leave the nothing was done. Matter of getting wind ship outside the United States. Movies chutes was brought up. Salt tablets and shown on the northbound voyage wiU be dispensers should be furnished. Screens shown in the engine department recrea­ tional lounge. Five will be shown south­ for the portholes were discussed. bound and the rest northbound. Motion SEAVIGIL (Ocean Trans ). August 23— was passed that voluntary donations be made toward a picnic to be held in City Chairman, L. A. Williams; Secretary, C. C. Presley. Some minor repairs Will be Park. New Orleans. Five brothers were taken up with the caplniri, Steward will elected to collect the money. make up a list of needed stores before PURPLE STAR (Traders), September 3 going to the Blast Coast. If they are not John Ward; Secretary, okayed he will contact the Seattle pa­ —Chairman, trolman. Chief mate will be asked about Ceorge Foiay. Recreation hail door was chipped with a knife. Ship's delegate saw a handle -for the ice box door in the crew messroom and repairs for the the old man about paying for it and the crew's toasters. Captain will be asked beef was settled to everyone's satisfacabout sougeeing the steward department passageways and the crew messroom, pantry and recreation room. August 30—Chairman. L. A. Williams; Secretary. C. C. Presley. Ship's delegate that stores for the trip to the East Coast were placed aboard and that the handle Yues Malbo was installed on the crew ice box. The ship is badly in need of a thorough fu­ Contact Mr. G. E. Mutter, 26 migation and all decks need painting and sougeeing, bul there are no other beefs. Court Street, NYC, on an important The cooking and baking is not very satis­ matter. factory. Hose on the washroom steam ^ pipe should be lengthened. Better care should be taken of the wash room. Af­ Frank Hansen ter port railing is broken and should be Contact the Welfare office or repaired before reaching port (lumber deck cargo).' Appreciation went to the Pauline Cone, 128 16th Street, steward department and the cooks for Brooklyn, NY. good food and service during the trip. September 7—Chairman, J. H. Fisher; Secretary, C. C. Presley. Chief mate and John Wynn chief engineer were contacted about re­ Get in touch with Bill O'Grady, pairs. All electric fans should be checked and cleaned before arrival- in port. Vote 8807 Holland Ave., Rockaway of thanks I went to Brother Fisher for building a cabinet for the library in the Beach, NY. recreation room. All food should be in­ spected. and whatever is spoiled should Charles G. Snodgrass be removed from the ship. Motion was passed to get two new refrigerators inGet in touch with Michael J. stalied. Foc'sles should be kept in proper Cousins, 4205 South Prieur Street, order. (Continued from page 24) There ie • beet about tbe lecond asaletant washing down the paint work in the engine room. Motion was made to atart a ship's fund with donations made at the payoff. Henry Huzzie was elected treasurer. Suggestion was made tor the crew to make a donation to the family of Wayne Hartman. the bosun, whose leg was cut off in an accident with a wire of a faling hatch aboard this ship In Cruz Grande. Chile, last week. A total of glS9 was collected. Everyone threw in a few bucks, from the captain on down. 4^ YAKA (Waterman). September 11— Chairman. John Reed; Secretary, Bert Shannon. Motion was passed to see the Wilmington patrolman about repairs for the last trip. Those deemed a must by the Baltimore patrolman were not yet taken care of. Discussion was held on linen exchange and the care of the cots. JEAN LAFITTE (Waterman), Septem­ ber *—Chairman, William Fisher; Secretery. O. A. Porlkotoff. . One member missed ship in Yokohama. He will be turned pver to the patrolman when we get in. Repair list will be turned in. Everyone getting off is to leave his foc'sle in a better condition than he found It in. .Unanimous vote of thanks went to the steward department for a Job well done. t 4; 4> 4. New Orleans. He has another check for you. 4i t 4^ 4r 4 Ed Rydon The LOG office is holding a two dollar express money order made out in your name from Lou Hop­ kins. Please pick it up. Get In Touch ^ The following crew members of the Sunion please get in touch with William Home, 190-22 Jfimalca Avenue, Hollis, Queens: Marion Sharpe, Stephen Emer­ JULESBURO (Terminal Tankers). Au- son, Marinus . Hansen, William Bust 13—Chairman. J, Si McRss; SacreGooden, John S. Sweeney-, Francis McCullough, H. Marumoto, A. Quiz Answer Avzangelis, R. J. Golder, W. R. 1. Maurice Tobin, who recently Geis, T. 'E. Jernigan, Alonzo died. Bryant, D. E. Myers, M. Lampel, 2. The Cajne Mutiny. H. A. Mooney. 3. KarachL 4> 4^ t 4. The Kurile Islands. Kenneth La Rose 5. Robin Roberts. Francis Guillory 6. William Green and Philip Robert McDonald Murray. Pick up money being held for 7. Vice-president of the United you at Cities Service office, 70 Pine States under Grover Cleveland. Street, NYC. 8. Roger Lapham. ^ t t 9. John N. Garner, Henry A. Harry A. Smith Wallace, Harry S. Truman and Get in touch with the J. M.. Alben W. Barkley. Carras Company at 21 West Street, 10. Sun Yat Sen, T. V. Soong NYC. and H. H. Kung. 4> 4^ 4> Samuel Curtis The LOG office is holding your Puzzle Answer discharge from the Cantigny dated E1[9Q SBQCS QQCSS August 19, 1953. Also your set of keys. Please pick them up as s i'on as possible. . 4^ 4* 4" Lost And Found IZHQiaQQD SBSIS Two riiigs belonging to the FWT QQQS BSIGQDQQBQ on the 12-4 watch on the Catawaba Victory (Bull) which paid off in CSCSQQSQBQ IIQISQ San Francisco last June were found and are being held in the LOG office. One is a wedding ring; the a high school graduation ring BSQSl SSSQCSSBQ other from Gloucester City High School, [^B3S QQDG!] dated 1945, with the initials R.F.F. BBSS BDiiiS saa Please pick them up> [KSBnsQ sisnis Get New Books Through Agents Seafarers who applied for new membership books in New York but are now sailing from outports don't have to come to this city to get their new books. If the men involved will write to headquarters and tell the Uuion which port they are sailing out of, the Union will forward the book in care of the port agent. Under no circumstances however, will the books be sent through the mails to any private addresses. time so nothing definite was settled. No one but ship's personnel should be al­ lowed in the messroom or pantry. Sani­ tary work of the laundry, recreation room and scuttlebutts continues to be very satisfactory. JOHN PAUL JONE$ (Dolphin), July 15 —Chairman, William B. Janes; Secretary, Richard T. Howell. William B. Jones was eiected ship's delegate by acclamation. Each man on standby watch should clean the messrom after using it. August 23—Chairman, Stanley Gelak; Secretary, Richard T. Howell. Beefs on overtime will be taken up at the payoff. July 26—Chairman, V. Stankowicz; Sec­ retary, Joseph E. Brooke. Crew his been leaving the washing machine dirty and running. Steward will order new fiour and get rid of it. Beef was made about the crew throwing dirty linen down in the 'tween decks. Secretary, V. E. Monte. Foc'sles must be clean before leaving the ship and keys turned in to the department delegates. Repair list will be made out as soon as possible. A rack is needed for dishes. Messhail must be sougeed. One man should be brought up on charges. Vote of thanks went to the LOG from all the brothers for the Ubrary. Steward depart­ ment thanked the engine department for keeping the engine door closed so they can sleep. Steward asked that extra linen be turned in and keys returned to de­ partment delegates. A vote of thanks went to the Reward department for a job well done. Everyone should clean his foc'sle before leaving. FELTORE (Ore), September 3—Chair­ man, Sonny Mills; Secretary, Gerald Dun­ ham. There is $18.06 in the ship's fund. One washing machine will be used for white clothes only and the other for work clothes. Machines should be cleaned after use. Chief engineer did not fix the crew refrigerator in Baltimore as he promised. Baltimore patrolman wiU be notified. Pantry is not kept clean, it needs a good scrubbing and nas not been painted in over two years. New toasters were sent away for repairs and have not been returned. Garbage can will be re­ placed by a new one. STRATHPORT (Strathmore), August 20 —Chairman, Mike J.korsky; Secretary, Robert Wiseman. Fumigation is needed, galley should be scraped and painted, crew's quarters, passageways, toilets and showers sougeed and painted. Patrolman will be seen about this. Linen was sold in Pusan. Washing machine has been re­ paired. Library should be changed on the tion. Ail past difficulties were settled West Coast. Thanks went to the chief at present there are no beefs at aU. steward, cooks and messmen and to the BALTORE (Ore), August 26—Chairman, Ship's delegate wiU see the chief en­ ship's delegate for a job well done. C. D. Anderson; Secretary, George Prota. gineer about having bulbs put in the Charles Ashcom was elected ship's dele­ passageways and checked every day. RAPHAEL SEMMES (Waterman), Au­ gate. Delegates will make out repair lists Shoreside personnel will be kept out: of gust 20—Chairman, G. Walter; Secretary, and check the door keys. Pillows and the pantry. Laundry siiouid be kept clean. John Parker. Washing machine was re-, mattresses should be cleaned or replaced. Any man who is caught leaving the laun­ paired after the Seattle agent saw the Bosun on the Feltore who lost his leg dry dirty wUl have to clean it for a chief engineer on this. Captain will be sent a note of thanks to the deck depart­ week. asked about an inspection back aft and ment of this ship for their donation. ARCHERS HOPE (Cities Service). Au­ having quarters sougeed and painted. gust 16—Chairman, Frank Walaaka; Sec­ Mate has been giving orders to the deck retary, Delbert Wilson. There should be department instead of the bosun. San more fans in the foc'sles. Ship wUi be Francisco patrolman will be toid about fumigated or patrolman wiU be toid. this. Too many clothes put in the wash­ Swede was elected ship's delegate. Stew­ ing machine at a time are making it ard refuses to cooperate and shows lack break down. Lockers need repairing. of interest. More ice cream should be put September 6—Chairman, John Annai; out. Ship's delegate will see the captain Secretary, Guy Walter. Quarters aft have about getting messhali painted and been painted and decks will be done. STEEL DIRECTOR (Isthmian), August sougeeing and painting foc'sles. Jack Futuler was elected ship's delegate. 27—Chairman, Pete Walsh; Secretary, T. All repairs should be turned over to tlie Johnson. Everything is okay; the repair DEL ALBA (Mississippi), August 23— ship's delegate so he can give a list to list was read and will be posted, in addi­ Chairman, Jimmie Tucker; Secretary, the chief engineer before the Canal is tion, the electrician's foc'sle, stewards M. C. Duet. Ship's delegate spent $28.19 reached. Excess linen should be turned department shower and other foc'sles for books and a tube for the record over to the steward. Garbage should be need painting, messhail chairs should be player, leaving a balance of $33.48 in the dumped off the sturn. varnished. All hands will leave foc'sles ship's fund. Shoreside personnel should shipshape and turn in keys before leav­ be kept out of passageways: mate agreed POTRERO HILLS (Phiia. Marine), ing the ship. All cois and linen should to cooperate on this. All beefs were August 24—Chairman, John Van Dyk; be turned over to the steward. Donations squared away. Bad eggs were condemned Secretary, D. M. Ravosa. One man went will be taken up for the ship's fund. and thrown overboard. Shelf for books off in Singapore and two new men Messroom should be kept clean. First and magazines was made by the ship's came aboard at Has Tanura. One man as.sistant wiU not allow the wiper to carpenter. Some of the officers have been was hospitalized in Japan. Steward make coffee. Patrolman will be notified. using the washing machine, but they had came aboard in Sasebo. SUP agent in turned to and repdlred it without over- Yokohama will be asked to come to the WARRIOR (Waterman), August 2— ship and straighten out all the beefs. Chairman, J. W. Wread; Secretary, M. B. The food, especially meat, is of poor Elliott. George Elspalia was eiected ship's quality and scarce. Captain cut down delegate by acclamation. Garbage is be­ on fruits and juices. Locks were still ing dumped aft this trip so there will be not fixed. Captain refuses to have this no confusion about it getting on the done. Bunks need repairing badly. gangway, like last trip. Cups should be put in water in the sink after coffee ARLYN (Bull), September 6—Chairman, times. Butts should not be put in cups. Will the following men please Clarence Olive; Secretary, N. D. Mottiey. Sanitary pump should be installed aft for contact the J. M. Carras Company Repair list was made out. Four men use there, as pressure there is very low. walked off the job in New York without Siopchest is not up to SIU standard as at 21 West Street, NYC. for monies notice. many things are needed. owed them: August 30—Chairman, J. N. Wrcad; CHRISTINE .OCEAN ULLA (Ocean Trans), August 2 Secretary, M. B. EiiioH. Captain wUl be Barnett. J. B.; Contanzo. Carl. P.; —Chairman, not listed; Secretary, T. F. contacted about a draw before getting in. Davis, M. B.: Dean. George S.: Forbes, Creaney. Everythin- • Is okay to date. Repair list was turned over to the stew­ John; Foster. Floron: Gavin. Joseph P.; Washing machine v "• be moved below. ard for typing. Patrolman will be asked Gonzales. Ramon; Greggs. John; Kress, Soap powder shoi-'-' be ordered and all about getting better mattresses or innerCarl A.; Lee, Charles E.. Jr.; Mulling, foc'sles should be sougeed after leaving .^rings. Delegation was elected to go to Wiiiard; Niemiera, J.; Nunn. David; the West Coast. NY headquarters to see about improving Pentecost. Lloyd H.; Poyet, Henri. R. A.; the sanitary system aft on this ship as Raley. M. J.; Ryan, Raleigh J.; Stratis, WILLIAM H. CARRUTH (Trans-Fuel), well as the cooling system and uncom­ Evangeios; Talentino. Alphonse; Town- September 7—Chairman. H. Skaalegaard; fortable condition of the foc-sles. Voce send. Santos: WUson. WiUiam O. Secretary. A. MItchel. Anyone missing of thanks went to the steward depart­ EUGENIE watch, drinking or performing or taking ment for good work. Foc'sles should be Simmons. James; Roberts. R.; Clegg. unauthorized time off will be reported to cleaned before leaving. All excess linen W.; McNamara. J. J.; Moore, i.; Robin­ the patrolman at the first US port. is to be turned in and dirty liiven placed son. Wm.; Tobin. A. R.: Pedersen. Peder; in the locker. Water tanks need cleaning. Pozen. W. W.; Lecher. G.; Zacharia. N.; TRANSATLANTIC (Pacific Waterways), Slopehest should be moved, as it is so Saltz. Paul: Vanenzuela, Jose: King. C.; August 5—Chairman. John Haggle; Sec­ hot .that the cigarettes are all dried up. Stackophis. George; Harrison. Donald; retary, John Gallagher. Two men mis.-'ed This should apply to all ships of this Bryant. Frank; Ladd.-Robert; Karczewski, ship in Pedro during unusual circum­ type. W.; Bryant. Frank W.; Donlan. John J.; stances which will be brought to the Goldy. Robert. Jr.: Harrison. Donald D.: patrolman's attention at the payoff. CANTIGNY (Cities Service), August 3$ Hashimoto. Harry; Karczewski. Walter Ship's captain has made anti-Union re­ —Chairman, Bill Laffoon; Secretary, V. J.: Karsake. Isadore M.; Lindberg. Theo­ marks and in addition to anti-Union ac­ KIckirillo. Repair list will be taken up dore: Livanos. Antonio: Malonado. Angel; tions has made statements derogatory to with the patrolman. Scuppers should be Mansalto. Valentino L.; Mitchell, John C.; US ships, crews, way of living and re­ cleared. Wash water has a bad smell. Olander. A. C.; O'SuUivan, Edwin; Owens. ligious beliefs. He also stated that shor-! New fans are needed for the messhali Monfbrd M.: Pederson. Peder F.: Peder- leave was stopped by the company with and foc'sles. son. Ernest; Poupalos. Demetrios A.; the Union's approval. Work clothes Rodgers. James E.; Spatz. John F.; Wal­ should be washed in the machine, not SEAGARDEN (Penin. Nav.), August $ ton. Wm. H.; Whithead. Chester F.: Zach- ship's linen. —Chairman, H, Gerie; Secretary, Norm arias. Neoptolemes. F. Ediand. Motion was passed to paint the TRINITY STEEL RANGER (Isthmian), July 26— Beliveau. Robert M.; Brein, Paul; L.: Chairman, A. Wheaton; Secretary, A. rooms and get a new washing machine and refrigerator in the crew messhaU. Brubine. Warren J.; Davis. Finie: Davis. Tolan. Eugene Dore was elected ship's Finie; Farr. Lynwood A.; Galligan. Mack; delegate by acclamation. Each depart­ New coffee um is needed in the pantry. Galligan. Mack; Hager. Bertod; Hamilton, ment will take a turn cleaning up the Laundry should be kept clean, one week Kenneth D.; Hodges. Hughey. port passageway and the recreation room. by a wiper and the next by an OS. HoUingsworth. R. E.; Kamenel. John; (Continued on page 26) September 6—Chairman, B. C. Barnes; Lawson. Jack; Massey. Frank B.: Matte, Clem J.: Mays. Robert L.: McVay. Harold H.: MoUen. Geoi-ge J.; Morris. William D.; Muise, Joseph; Myers. Carter; Myers. Carter: Nobel. Geo. A.; Payne. Fred H.; Rabaco. Jesse. Jr.; Hoy. Joseph W.; Sommer. Erich; Tighc. Thomas J.: Venegas. Pedro M.; Venegas. Pedro M. ALEXANDRA Bellard. John E.; Belz. Roy L.; Belz. Roy L.: Bonsangue. Nicolas; Brabham. WilUam L.; Bridges. Ira V.; Bridges. Ira V.: Cox. James W. Eiinski. Victor; Fiangan. John; Flether. Harold H.: Halverson. Otto; Harden. Otis J. Harvey James A.; Hubay. Edward L.; Kennedy. Francis: KimbreU. Deen: Larsen. Oscar G.; Larsen. Oscar G.: Liro, Frank S.; Lynch. Bernard; Marden. Ern­ est; McEihinney, Wm. J.; McCue. James F.: Miller. Arthur A.; Miller. Ralph E.: Mitsch. Lloyd MosakowsM.' Stephen. North. Allen; O'Donnell. Joseph; O'Donnell. Joseph; Ossmow. John; Peroulis, George; Ramiszewski. John; Rinkert. Har­ old E.: Stravaridis. George A.;- Strickland. Wm. H.: Swanson. Rodger E.: Themelis. Theodores: Thompson. Donald C.; Waitrowski. Anthony J.: Williams. Lewis J.: Wrobel. John F. MICHAEL Durmo. John: Gibson. Henry H.; Grigg. Joe C.: Hamlin. Robert: Harris. Morgan TO AVOID DUPLICATION: If you arg an old tubseribar and hava a chanqa A.: Hecker. Edward W. Lambert. Job W.; of addrast, piaaiadgiva your formar addrass balew: Lappnau. John E.: Myers. Carter Van S.; Padgett. William A.; Paine. Newton A.; laaaaaaaattaeaaaeaaeeeeeeeaasaaisaaaaaaa aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaasaaaaaaaaaaMBMBBe Parker. Otto B.: Paslnosky. Joseph: Pat- ADDRESS ton. CTaudo 8.: Phinney, Merton D. Power. Lawrence ' E.: RusseU. James: CITY aaaaiaBaBBBBBBBBGtMMMMMtBMatBiMaBtBi * aaBti ZONE aaB$$a«M$aBBaa STATE >BMBaBBBBB««B S(dieckman> Win.; Stringer. James NOTICES Editor, SEAFARERS LOG, 675 Fourth Ave., Brooklyn 32, NY I would like to receive the SEAFARERS LOG—please put my name on your mailing list. (Print Information) NAME STREET ADDRESS CITY Signed ZONE STATE "-il �iuu. ' Tie* Twmty-siK SEAFARERS O^ber 2,19SS LOG DIGEST of SHIPS' MEETINGS. (Continued from page 25) Mors fruit should be put out for the night lunch. Doors should not be slammed. Cups and plates should be put back in the sink. Last standby should clean out the sink and wipe the tables. Another garbage can is needed. They should be washed out every day. Steward department shower drain should be cleaned up. Agent will be told about the men who missed ship. Innerspring mattresses should . be ob­ tained. ' STEEL EXECUTIVE (Isthmian), Sep­ tember 5—Chairman, J.- King; Secretary, A. Brodie. Captain was asked about a draw in US currency and about extra cigarettes. Medical supplies should be checked by the patrolman and ship's delegate before the next voyage. Chief engineer should be asked about having all engine department rooms sougeed and painted. Washing machine never seems to be left clean. This matter is brought up at each meeting but never seems to Improve. Vote of thanks went men are to report for Watchei in a sober condition. Chief engineer ordered any to the steward department. one logged who missed watches. Tom Hill was elected ship's treasurer. Each ATLANTIC WATER (Metro), August man will donate 50 cents. Ship passage­ —Chairman, Robert W. Miller; Secretary, Fred R. tticks, Jr. Master sent a letter ways and laundry should be kept clean. stating that the crew quarters will be More night lunch should be put out. painted this voyage. Chief engineer is Messroom Is to be left clean. Steward not cooperating with the delegates and department got a vote of thanks for the action will be taken. Lockers need re good food and service. List of schedule pairs as well as heads and showers. for cleaning the laundry and recreation New fans and Robert Miller was elected ship's dele­ room will be posted. Engine der gate by acclamation. Headquarters will cleaning gear are needed. be contacted about the steward's short­ partment needs soap and cleaning gear for sanitary work. age of stores. New washing machine was sujured in Norfolk. Laundry and BOULDER VICTORY (Seas Shipping), recreaflon room will be kept clean by each department in turn. Crew watch August •—Chairman, William Jenkins; Secretary, Joseph Valencia. C. J. Magshould keep the messroom tidy at night. Steward department got a vote 'of non was elected ship's delegate. EHecthanks and confidence for the job they trician should take care of all porthole are now doing. Master promised to help fans. August 2—Chairman, William Jenkins; clean the ship up. OT beefs August 1i—Chairman, Thomas Hill; Secretary, Joseph Valencia. Secretary, F. R. Hicks. There has been patrolman. There should be less noise in the passageways at night. Letter no cooperation from the captain or chief engineer on repairs and painting. All about missing men will be sent to head­ quarters. Engineer will repair the drinking fountain. Men should make sure the washing machine is secure be fore leaving the laundry. Men should will be turned over to the boarding cooperate in keeping the laundry clean. Vote of confidence and thanks went-to the steward department. D sunB • siwr COATS a Q Q • SMCKS -ftPPCOArrS Df^ESSSHQES WORKeMOES a a KHAKI PANTS a KHAKI SHIRTS • BLUE VI^ORKSHIRTS FRiSKOOEENS HICKORY SHIRTS C.PO. SHIRTS WHrm DRESS SHIRTS SPORT SHIRTS DRESS BELTS KHAKI WEB BELTS TIES • a • a SWEATSHIRTS ATHLETIC SHIRTS T-SHIRTS SHORTS a • a a a BRIEFS SWEATERS U)S<SA&B WORK SOCKS DRESS SOCKS DEL AIRES (Mltslttlppl), September * —Chairmen, Ernest Mosley; Secretary, John W. PIcou. Doyle Boyette was re­ elected ship's delegate by acclamation. Thanki were given to Leopold Faulkner and Jesse Rabago for getting a good se­ lection of records and games for recrea­ tion. Cecil Wldden was elected ship's treasurer; there is a balance of SB.4S. • a • a LEATHER JACKETS WRlTTNSBORFROLlO SOU'WESTERS RAIM6EAR W. Carter. Food does not taste right. Steward will see the captain, since the food tastes Of the ice box, to see if something can be done. New soap trays are needed in all showers. Meat and eggs are the foods that are spoUed for the most part. GOVERNMENT CAMP (Cities Service), September 13—Chelrmen, T. Cleugh; Secretery, A. R. Webster. Vote of thanks was extended to the second cook and baker, who is getting off. STEEL MAKER (Isthmian), July 20 — Chairman, D. W. KImbrell; Secretary, E. BEATRICE (Bull), no date—Chairman, B. Baa; Secretary, John R. Smith. A. Birt was elected ship's delegate. Fans, wind scoops and side ports were added to the repair Ust. ALL YOUR HEEPS CAM BE FILLED ^Chest" FPCMA YOUR -FROM A SOU'WESTER TO AH ELECTRIC RATOR . WHATEVER ytu BUY FROM THE SEA CKe&r, You CAN BE SUF^ YOU'RE ^ETTINS TOP QUALITY SEAR, AT SUBSTAN­ TIAL SAVINGS. "^SeaChesir (MIIOH-OWNeDAND UMIOH-OPERAmBP JfOR TH6 SENISHrr OF t»t AAEA^ERSHlP* BIENVILLE (Waterman), September 17 —Chairman, O. E. Parker; Secretary, Barney Kelly. Deck department has a few beefs for the patrolman. Crewmem­ bers were asked not to use the washing machine after midnight; aH agreed not to run it after 10:00 PM. NORTHWESTERN VICTORY (Victory Carriers), August 14—Chairman, P. Draws; Secretary, R. 'Diaz. Chief engi­ neer promised to take care of repairs and fix the blower in the next port. M. .Sterne was elected ship's delegate. Discussion was held on the night lunch. Washing machine and laundry should be kept in good order. BRICHTSTAR (Traders), no date — Chairman, Erie Gridlln; Secretary, H. R. Hutchlns. Letter will be written to the San Francisco agent to see about getting Innerspring mattresses for the crew. M; A. Machel Was elected ship's delegate by acclamation. Washing machine should be thoroughly cleaned. Crew messroom should be kept clean at all times, and coffee cups should be returned. Doors to' crew quarters should be kept locked in Korea. - Vote of thanks went to the steward department for their food chow. NORTHWESTERN VICTORY (Victory Carriers)* Ssptombor • II* If S3—Chairman. Ing. Supper hoUr will be changed' from 5:00 to 6:00 PM and from 4:30 to 5:30 PSL FAIRISLI (Waterman), September T-r Chairman, C. J. Murray; Secretary* Oeorga Dunn. Radio was sent to head­ quarters for information on bulletin re­ ceived today. Repair list Is being made out to give for 6aptain on leaving for the States. AH shoregide persons should JOHN B. WATERMAN (Waterman), be kept out of crew quarters aft. Vote of thanks went to the steward depart­ September 10—Chairman, Walter H. Sib­ ley; Secretary, Dante Rlccl. Not all re­ ment. pairs were taken care of. Frank Bert ALCOA PURITAN (Alcoa), September hold was elected ship's delegate. The S1S.40 In the ship's fund was turned 13—Chairman, Wlllla (Bustar) Young; Two over to the new ship's delegate. Bosun Sacratary, Charlai E. Rawllngs. will give out screens for the messroom crewmembers were hospitalized in Trini­ portholes. More care should be taken dad. BWI. Repair list will be made up of the washing machine. The port atew on arrival. Discussion was held on the ard said that only 40 gallons of milk poor quality of the baking yeast used would be put aboard, and that it would aboard. More fresh vegetables were re­ be served only to the crew. Ship's dele­ quested by the members. gate will see the chief engineer Shout more hot water aft. Care should be EDITH (Bull), August 2S—Chairman, taken of the linen and cots used on deck. William Secratary, Jamas Merrall. No mattresses should be taken on deck. Steward Barth; department got a vote of thanks. The steward commended the crew on STRATHPORT (Strathmore), September the care given to returning cups and 5—Chairman, Mike Sikorsky; Secretary, silverware the pantry, and on the John Larson. Galley will be painted cleanliness to of the lounge, laundry and .when the ship leaves the Panama Canal. messroom. New schedule for cleaning Wipers were asked to keep engine - de­ the lounge and laundry was posted. partment showers and heads cleaner; and means to buy a television set steward department will clean up in Ways were discussed. Steward department waa the sink in the passageway. AH quar­ thanked the fine meals and the mesaters. heads, showers will be painted in man for for fast service. New York. Repair list was read for the September 13—Chairman, Caorga Hlnlast voyage; a new one will be made up nant; Secretary, Marrall. Captain by' the department heads for action in will be contactedJames about a disagreement Bridgeport. Crew was asked to keep with the deck department. Crew was recreation room and messhall cleaner. informed that the engineers are Available fresh fruit will be picked up another line around the bollera torunning relieve in Panama. Captain promised the patrol­ the hot water situation in the showers. man and ship's delegate in Longvlew, Discussion was held on cleanliness of the Wash., that all living apace would be lounge tpd psntry. Steward waa thanked cleaned and painted, but nothing has by the ship's delegate for his help in a been done, so New York patrolman wlB number of cases. Two men who missed be contacted. ship wiU be turned in to patrolman. CALMAR (CaIWr), September 12 — Chairman, B. Seefey; aaley; Secretary, A. Nel­ son, All engine foc'sles and bends will be painted, deck head will be painted, messman's foc'sle painted and locker re­ paired. Messhall, pantry and recrea­ tion room will also be painted. Head­ quarters will be notified of the man who left the ship. Repair list will be made up and turned In. Discussion was held on the 12-4 watch changing his foc'sle because of the noise. Delegate will see about getting the ateward department head and shower painted and putting a hook on the door of the head. A vote OLYMPIC DAMRS (Western Tankers), of thanks went to the steward depart­ S—Chilrmsn, A. T. Weaver; ment and the ship's delegate for a job September Secretary, D. Downey. Jamea Campbell well done. wae elected deck delegate. Chief engi­ HILTON (Bull), August 14—Chairman, neer said he won't use dirty wash water E. Abauly; Secrotary, F. FInkowski. F. tank again until it's cleaned. Cots can Pinkowski was elected ship's delegate. be purchased in Japan; we wiH' try to Steward will take care of the ship's fund, get them again, this trip. Crew's' launch which consists of $125. Ship's dele­ schedule will be made out by department gate will collect donations to the fund delegates and given to the captain. Room at the payoff; fund will be used to buy lockers wiH be scraped and painted. a Television set. Cups should be re­ Vote of thanks went to Harry Dedolchow turned to the sink. Washing machine for a good job in getting the ship's li­ should be cleaned after It is used. Dls brary. Crew will have their own Ubrary, cussion was held on the food. Man who as officers are taking most of the best missed ship at San Juan will be turned books from the present Ubrary. The over to the patrolman at the payoff with captain gave the crew a lot of trouble the crewmembers' recommendation that when he was given the draw list. He be continue sailing on SIU ships, be­ said the crew waa overdrawing, though cause he, is a work permitman. This they were not. brother is capable and a very good SHINNECOCK BAY (Varltas), August shipmate One brother left ship at San Juan and returned at Humacao. Puerto 2f—Chairman, William Smith; Sacratary, Rico; he had been given permission. He J. Cantln. Deck engineer paid off in is another conscientious, capable worker. Yokohama. While the ship was at an­ September 20—Chelrman, KIrby W Ight; chor outside the breakwater, one of the Secretary, Marlon Kaminskl. Frank Al- firemen jumped over the aide and awam bore was elected ship's delegate. The ashore. One man was left In the hos­ Crew was warned S153 in the ihlp's fund will be turned pital in Nagoya. over to the SIU haU if the ship is laid about taking care of the washing maup. It Is to be returned to the ship ..chine and about fouling up. Pantryman when crewing up again, and the money is not on the baH. Ship's fund should is to be used for purchasing a TV set. be started. Washing machine is to be repaired. CATHERINE (Drytrans), July 31—Chair­ man, D. CUussan; Sacratary, Frank Nikllckl. Paul Johnson was elected ship's delegate. Brothers agreed to donate money to buy a juke box. • • a • • • • a r \ Red O'Dowd; Secretary, Richard Dies. Motion waa .unanimously carried to hold a meeting just before the payoff to gat action, on repairs. Crew la satisfied with the food and service given by the stew­ ard department. SIU library should be put aboard this trip. All disputed OT should be settled before the men pay off. BEATRICE (Bull), September IS — Chairman, Ralph Santos; Secretary, J. R. Smith. Drain Is to be checked In port. Repair list Is being gone over. There ara a few beefs on delayed sailing. Valva needed in the shower will be added to the repair list. The question of who la to clean the head and shower will ba settled by the port patrolman. TRANSATLANTIC (Pacific Waterways)* Saptambar 5—Chairman, Jahn Hoggia; Sacratary, John Gallagher. Two men missed ship in San Pedro due to unusual circumstances which will be brought to the attention of the patrolman at the payoff. Two emergency work permits were picked up in San Pedro. The ac­ tions of the ship's csptaln will bo brought to the patrolman's attention at the pay­ off. He constantly makes anti-union re­ marks. disregards the Union agreementhardtlmes the crewmembers and restrict­ ing the men to ship in a US port after passing quarantine and immigration. STEEL DESIGNER (Isthmian), Saptam­ bar 4r-Chalrman, P. Robertson; Sacratary, W. Mastangar. Patrolman should be told about the first assistant's Union activi­ ties. and something should be dooe about this. Repair Usts were turned in. Few repairs have been done. New list will be made out, with the new washing ma­ chine on the repair list. Crew should buy a timer for the washer, if the com­ pany WiH not. Utensils should not ba washed out in the drinking fountain. Cots should be picked up from the deck. First engineer has made antl-Unioa statements. Each man should contribute S3 to the ship's fund. RACNAR NAE5S (Saatranspoit), Au­ gust 23—Chairmen, W. E. Harris; Sacratary, J. Kackur. R. L. Ferguson was elected ship's delegate by acclamation. Night watch should be more thorough about cleaning the recreation haH and messroom. Mora SIU teamwork is needed along this line, and a littia cooperation from all brothers will do the trick. Brother Ferguson wlH make a shelf for books and magazines in the recreation CAROLYN (Bull), August 3fr—Chairs hall. Brothers who hang their laundry man, W. C. Murphy, Jr.; Sacratary, M.on the engine room ralUngs should re­ RIachllson. M RiachUson was elected move it as soon as it Is dgy. ship's delegate. Discussion was held on the Welfare Plan. FRENCH CREEK (Cities Service), no September 13—Chairman, B. Stone; Seodate—Chairman, C. L. White; Sacratary, ratary, M. RIachllson. suggeoO. T. • Raynat. Honest Ed Parsons was tions were made on theSeveral new contract elected ship's delegate. Department del­ and working conditions. New cylinder egates should make out a repair list be­ locks will be installed on craw foc'slo fore arrival. The two men who missed doors. Built-in bunks should be instaUed ship in Lake Charles will be reported to in crew's quarters, since thare is not the patrolman. A vote of thanks went enough storage space for clothing. There to the steward department. should be a clarification on who should relieve the fireman on watch for dinSEAMAR (Calmsr), July 24—Chairman, ncr on Saturday and Sunday whe* Charles Ross; Secretary, John Marshall. working cargo. Clinton M. Webb was elected ship's dele­ gate. He should contact the skipper SEATRAIN LOUISIANA (Saatrain), Sap­ about painting deck department showers, engine department rooms and steward tambar 20—Chairman, Vaisar Szynianskl; Secretary, B. TInglay. Beef about the department showers and heads. Laun­ dry. recreation and messhall should he deck engineer's duties were taken up with the patrolman. Chief engineer wlU kept clean. Ship's fund for voyage No. 25 was donated to the SEAFARERS LOG. teH the port engineer about the rusty September 7—Chairman, John Marshall; water. There is a balance of S117.3S Secratary, Wallace E. Mason. Captain in the ship's fund. Bookshelf will ba will be contacted about painting steward instaUed in the messroom and a library and deck heads and showers. The Irst gotten from the Union haH. Crew should assls-stant was contacted and said there not leave books on the messhall tablea.was no paint to paint the foc'sles with. Steward said that new mattresses and Repair lists should be made up. There Is piHows should be requisitioned befora a total of SIO In the ship's fund. Clothes rieaching Texas City, as he wiU send liia should be taken oS the Una when they order from there. are dry. DEL VIENTO (MlMltilppI), Septembar STEEL TRAVELER (Isthmian), Saptam- 4—Chairman, Fradarick V. Davit; Sacra­ bar 13—Chairman, Aussla Shrlmpton;. tary, Ouka Hall. Question of the draws Sacratary, William Devlin, Jr. Crew wUl be taken up with the NeW Orleans should cooperate witji the steward and patrolman. Any man coming into tha turn in linen. Steps have been taken to messroom must be properly dressed. notify the Union about the transfer of Mate will be asked to pick up OT in ship's stores in Beirut. The. matter will port during the week. not. on the week­ be held ov6r untU the next meeting, end. Mate is correct, aa OT must bs pending action by the Union. AH hands turned in within 73 hours. It waa agreed should assist the steward by bringing that everyone. wlU donate SI to the ship's cots In from the deck during the ship's fund at the next draw. Drinking water has been- hot since the ship left Texas. stay In the Far East. Patrolman will be asked If the ship can KATHRYN (Bull), Saptambar 20 — get electric water coolera, inatead oU Chairman, Stava Carr; Sacratary, R.~ the scuttlebutt system now in use. ChleM Staarns. Several brothers complained electrician said he could get a u.sea about the quality of the food and the one-ton air-conditioning unit for $50 and service. Manning of the gaHey in port the crew agreed to purchase it but of This and hours of baker were dlscuss'd. Crew the .ship's fund and donations. mess asked for more cooperaUou from will be installed in tha messhall. Richard the crew. Steward pronllsed '•* watch E. Tunison was elected ship's delegats his department ' more , closely; further by acclamation. Ttaerb' ia. $5 in tha beefs WiU be handled at a special meet-ship's fund. �uOl „ SEAFARERS Octo|>er S, 19jf9 Page Twenty-aevea LOG SIU. Benefit Payment in San Francisco in the HOSPITALS The following list contains the names of hospitalized Seafarers who are, being taken,care of by cash benefits from the SIU Welfare Plan. While the Plan aids them financially, all. of these men would welcome mail and visits frpm friends and shipmates to pass away the long days and weeks in a hospital bed. USPHS hospitals allow plenty of time for visitors. If you're ashore and you see a friend's name on the list, drop in for, a visit. It will be .most welcome,. USPHS HOSPITAL NEW ORLEANS. LA. Robert' P. Adami E. C. Knapp E. L. Bates Leo 71, Lang E. Bracewell Theodore E. Lee William R. Burch Rease Lumpkin Jose A. Colls Louis C. Miller S. Cope John T. Murray Adion Cos W. T. Presley RogeUo Crut W. E. Reynolds Glen H. Curl Louis Roa Joseph L. Dlonne David H. Rucker John P. Doyle J. Santiago Robert Floyes Luther C. Seidle John D. Foster Edward Serelfo John S. FutreU Leo W. Setosky Edward J. GUlles Larkin C. Smith Jack,H. Gleason C. B. Stallings Paul Godman T. B. Stanley G. W. Graham Richard R. Suttla John Hane T. R. Terrington W. Hardeman J. D. Thomas C. M. Hawkins Jack F. Thomburg W. HdlUnd Lonnle R. Tickle A. J. Howard J. E. Ward Bertel E. Johnsen- VirgU WHmoth J. H. Jones Uonier wlndham John D. 'Kelley . NY EYE' & EAR HOSPITAL ' NEW' YORK. NY Walter GrUskI USPHiS HOSPITAL SAN JUAN. PUERTO RICO Raymond Hassan -VA HOSPITAL CORAL GABLES. FLA. J. C. Vilar USPra .HOSPITAL STATEN ISLAND, NY Raul M. Aguilar Samuel Jonas O. M. Bartlett Salvador Leeayada Melvin Bass . Luther R. Milton John Beckmann John Qulnn Alvln L. Blain John Rekstin S. S. Cantrell C. R.' Robertson Edward F. Casey G. H. Robinson Bomar R. Cheeley Robert Sizemore Leo Cronsohn John Siaman Clifford Dammeyer Harry S. Tuttle . N. M. Dorpmans Alberto M. Velez Lawrence Franklin Frank Waiaska Albert Freund Richard Weir Charles Gallagher Albert Williams EsteU Godfrey Albert I. WiUiams USPHS HOSPITAi. MANHATTAN BEACH. BROOKLYN. NY Percy D. Allred • EmiUo Delgado Claude E. Blanks Antonio M. Diaz Julian Cuthrell John J. DriscoU Charles M. Davison John T. Edwards Mow To Get Misabled Pay Any totally disabled Sea­ farer, regardlesK of age. who has been employed for seven years on SlU-contracted ships is eligible for the $25 weekly disability benefit for as long as he is unable to work. Ap­ plications and queries on un­ usual situations should be sent to the Union Welfare Trustees, c/b" SIU Headquar­ ters. 675 Fourth Avenue, Brooklyn 32. NY. Jose G. Esplpoza Harry F. McDonald Robert E. Gilbert A. McGuigan Bart E. Guranick David McUreath Peter Gvozdlck Vic Milazzo John. B. Haas Lloyd MUlcr James M.. Hall Jack D. Morrison Thomas Isaksen Alfred MueUer John W. Keenan Eugene T. Nelson Ludwig Kristianseil G. E Shumaker Frederick Landry E. R. SmaUwood James J. Lawlor Henry B. Smith James R. Lewis Herbert R. Totten Francis F. Lynch Renato A. VillaU VA HOSPITAL FORT HOWARD. MD Maurice Fiynn Wllbert Hughes USPHS HOSPITAL BOSTON. MASS. Edwin T. CaUahan Norman Napier John J. Flaherty Robert E. Peck S. R. Greenridge Frank Sample Theodore Mastaler USPHS HOSPITAL BALTIMORE, MD. T. L. Ankerson Anthony A. Klavin Roland BeU Karl Kristensen Leslie j; Brilhart' Ilmcr Vf. Mat'packa Clyde E. Carlson William MItcheU Francis C. Chase Frank Mortis Clyde Clarke Ralph R. NaT Jessie A. Clarke WUllam L'. Nesta Louis S. Dagley Charles Pafford Jeff Davis Wlliiam T. Rose Samuel Drury R. T. Shields Justo Escalante John Vuknas Joseph F. Goude Albert Van Dyke Martin Hagerty Blicker Bobbins George Jerosinich Frank Koski USPHS HOSPITAL GALVESTON. TEX. C. Barboda J. E, Markopolo Carlo V. Carlson Cecil C. Miller Howard W. Forbes .1. R. Van Holden Howard E.. Liles LONG BEACH NAVAL HOSPITAL LONG BEACH. CAL. Samuel J. Brooks SEASIDE GENERAL HOSPITAL WILMINGTON. CAL. Arthur F. Lindsey Joe Perreira USPHS HOSPITAL FORT WORTH. TEX. Yace H. Smira ENDOWOOD HOSPITAL TOWSON. MD. Leonard Franks SAILORS SNUG HARBOR STATEN ISLAND. NY Joseph Koslusky USPHS HOSPITAL SAVANNAH, GA. W. W. Allred W. E. Freymuth •K. C. Bumgarner F. W. Grant John A. Call C. M. Kirkland E. F. Cettl Jlmmle HtUeton A. C. Comstock , M. J. Lohr Jr. John Daniels L. T. McGowan John E. Duffy Frank F. Nelson USPHS HOSPITAL NORFOLK. VA. ' Pranghi Antelatos Lester F. Horton James W. Davis Albert L, WUlis EsUe A. HaU USPHS HOSPITAL , ' SAN FRANCISCO. CAL. C. O. Burnbtte Peter Smith Ho Tse' Kong ' D. K. T. Sorcnscn A. R. Rudnlckl' W. llmmerman USPflS HOSPITAL • SEATTLE, WASH. Arthur Compau . M. E. Newman Edward Edinger SIU port agent Tom Banning hands over the $200 maternity benefit plus $25 bond to Seafarer Frank Schmiedel. Mrs. Schmiedel holds their son, Eric Michael. Schmiedel is one of many Seafarers who have settled on West Coast. i4ll of the following SIU families Floyd H. Smith, 902 St. Andrew will collect the $200 maternity Street, New Orleans, La. benefit plus a $25 bond.from the t i a. Union in the baby's name. Robert Whitney, bom August Howard Kenneth Hull, Jr., born 26, 1953. Parents, Mr. and Mi-s. August 14, 1953. Parents, Mr. and Van Whitney, 1064 Manor Lane, Mrs. Howard K, Hull, 1123 25th Bay Shore, Long Island; NY. Avenue, Seattle, Wash. 4 i a^ t t Frank Judson Graham, born September 10, 1953. Parents, Mr. and Mrs. Robert H. Graham, 500 Osage Street, Mobile, Ala. if Bridget Audrey Foise, born Au­ gust 2, 1953. Parents, Mr. and Mrs. William P. Folse, 29 Coffee Drive, Chalmette, La. a. t Bruce Niederberger, bom Au­ gust 27, 1953. Parents, Mr. and Mrs. Stanley A. Niederberger, 241 Cambridge Street, Allston, Mass., a> t i Maria Lynn Andrews, bom Sep­ tember 7, 1953. Parents, Mr, and Mrs. Franklin T. Andrews, 210 South Claiborne Street, Mobile, Ala, 4 a^ a> Boselyn Slay, born August 3, 1953. Parents, Mr. and Mrs. Alvin C. Slay, 601 Fifth Street, Bay Minette, Ala. Seafarer Family Portrait 4, t 1, Lawrence Fletcher Mull, born September 1, 1953. Parents, Mr. and Mrs. Fletcher M. Mull, 5819 Fourth Avenue, Brooklyn, NY. 4i t ai Jorge Luis Cotty, born Aug«^i 24, 1953. Parents, Mr. and Mrs. Manuel Cotty, PC Box 1003, Ponce, Puerto Rico, i a?" Mr. and Mrs^ Juan L. Bios of New York City pose with the children, including their new, son, Carlos Bios, right after the Welfare Services Bepresentative delivered the SIU maternity benefit plus US defense bond to the family's home. .V. 1' 'w; * i-i »• ft: a a a a a Thomas Michael Cook, bom Sep­ John Marshall Hancock, born tember 10, 1953. Parents, Mr. and August 18, 1953. Parents, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas H. Cook, Jr., Route Mrs. Johnsie Hancock, 114 West 6, Meridian, Miss. 13th Street, Houston, Tex. a a t4, 4 a^ John Danill Maples, Jr., born Jorge Luis Reyes Negron, born September 13, 1953. Parents Mr. July 27, 1953. Parents, Mr. and and Mrs. John D. Maples. 550 Mrs. Jose Reyes, Calle Dyetou 357, South Ann Street, Mobile, .\la. a a a Villa Palmesa, Santurco, Puerto John Casey Pearson, born Sep­ Rico. tember 11, 1953. Parents, Mr. and 44 a. Mrs. John W. Pearson, 10010 17th Gail Ann Hanover, born August Place, Seattle, Wash. 23, 1953. Parents, Mr. and Mrs. a a a Eli Hanover, 4048 West Cold Diane Welden .Arscott, born Sep­ Spring Lane, Baltimore, Md. tember 18, 1953. Parents, Mr. and Mrs. David W. Arscott, 29 Buz­ 4 4a Gary Louis Sasseville, born .Au­ zards Bay -Avenue, Buzzards Bay, gust 21, 1953. Parents, Mr. and Mass. Mrs. Norman G. Sasseville, 64 Maurice Galligan, born August Qiieensberry Street, Boston, Mass. 17, 1953. Parents, Mr. and Mrs. a a a George W. Galligan, 3101^ Jack­ Jim Randall Larrimore, born son Street, Lake Charles, La. August 20, 1953. Parents, Mr. and a a a Mrs. Ellie H. Larrimore, 111 Jesse Michael Salvatore Cucchissi, Street, Daytona Beach, Fla. born August 29, 1953. Parent.s, Mr. and Mrs. Michael Salvatore a a a Miguel Landron, born August Cucchissi, 439 Prospect Place, 23, 1953. Parents, Mr. and Mi's. Brooklyn, NY. Jesus M. Landron, 101 South Elr a a a Juan Manuel Collazo, Jr., born Hot Place, Brooklyn, -NY. September 3, 1953. Parents, Mr. a a a Deborah Pittraan, born July 4, and Mrs. Juan M. Collazo, 337 1953. Parents, Mr. and Mrs. Hez- East 109th Street, New York, NY. a a a zie B. Pittman, 1100 Chactaw Gladys EHzabeth Dos Santos, Street, Pascaqovia, Miss. born September 8, 1953. Parents, a a a _ Mr. and Mrs. Alvaro Dos Santos, Loyal Lafayette Piker, Jr., born 153 West 6Gth Street, New York, July 27, 1953. Parents, Mr. and NY. The deaths of the following Seafarers have been' reported to Sandra Leslee Canniff, born Au­ the Seafarers Welfare Plan and gust 23, 1:153. Parents, Mr. and $2,500 death benefits are being * Mrs. William. L. Canniff, 82 Con­ paid to beneficiaries. gress Street, Newark, NJ. Raymond B. Long, 46: A mem­ a^ ft t ber of the deck department. Karen Ann Johnson, born Au­ Brother Long joined the SIU in gust 24, 1953. Parents, Mr. and Boston in 1943 and died of a cardi­ Mrs, Francis R. Johnson, PO Box ac condition on December 1, 1952. 205, Odean Springs, Miss. a a a a^ a Jorge Salazar, born September 13, 1953. Parents, Mr. and Mrs. Lino Salazar, 21-D Magnolia Homes, Galveston, Tex. a a a a^ Peter James Napoli, born Sep­ tember 1, 1953, Parents, Mr. and Mrs. Francis Napoli, 345 East 85th Street, New York, NY. t Mrs. Loyal L. Piker, 12609 Eastbrook Avenue, Downey, Cal. ai aboard her of a heart ailment on August 22, 1953. A member of the decii department, he had sailed SIU since 1942 and was buried at Oleander Cemetery, Galveston, Tex. He is survived by his wife, Margery Tilden, RED No. 1, Char­ lotte, Mich. a a a Juan Manso Santalla, 71: On Sep­ tember 1, 1953, Brother Santalla died of a heart condition aboard the Florida, while at Havana, Cuba. 4, 4>. a^ Harold James Tilden, 55: While Executor of his estate is Jose R. Terry Lynn Smith, born August the Azalea City was in 4he Gulf Cruz, 2239 NW 66tli Street, Miami. of Mexico Brother Tilden died Fla. •fi i �• OFFICIAL ORGAN OF THE SEAFARERS INTERNATIONAL UNION • ATLANTIC A N D G U L F DIS T RIC T • AFL • I IP' This shot was taken while the Seamonitor was loading battered tanks, trucks and other war-ravaged vehicles in Korea for transit back to the repair depots in Japan. The ship spent 13 months on the shuttle run, paying off in the Pacific Northwest three times Jack "Speed" Walker, official ship's comedian, lightened the long days at sea with gag acts. The crew agrees that Walker may not rival the Hollywood sarong girls in looks but insists that he has it in acting ability. When a crew sticks to o ship through three sign-ons and 18 months of soi ing, it must be a pretty unusual vessel. Yet that's the boast of the SlU-monned Seamonitor. Three times the ship has come back from Korea to pay off, and on all three occasions there wasn't a single hour of disputed overtime and not a solitary crew beef. This happy state of affairs is tribute to the skipper, Captain Andrew Jackson, and headsup delegates who have been able to settle everything at the point of production. Lou Terrillo (left), is all set after getting a job as oiler. Word about the Seamonitor got around fast and the boys were really looking for berths on her. At right. Captain Jackson and ship's delegate Kirk Anderson are all smiles after straightening every­ thing out for payoff. Part of the gang pose for group shot in Suway Bay, Korea. Front row (1-r): D. Mas- v Crew delegates meet with the slkipper to settle a shiptrantenis, H. Rupert, A. Weddle, A. Mulley, L. Trallo, K. Gumpieson. 2nd row (1-r); board beef in cooperative fashion. Left to right are: Sal A. Michelet, Captain Jackson, E. Tucker, H, Wong. Rear (1-r) : O.i Rosenberg, P. Green- ; Serrie, John "Tiger" Doyle, John McKarek, Captain Jackwood, K. Anderson, H. Willoughby* C. Frank, G. Stravarides, J. pIcK^relt / ^ son and Kirk i^derspn, bosun. � 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 1950-1959 Description An account of the resource Volumes XII-XXI of the 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 Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. 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Title A name given to the resource October 2, 1953 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 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. XV, No. 20 Description An account of the resource Headlines: ATLANTIC UNION HEADS ASSAILED BY OWN DELEGATE; WON'T QUIT INJUNS WHOOP IT UP IN SIU TEPEE LOG GETS FIRST PRIZE FOR BEST FRONT PAGE DOCK CLEAN-UP DRIVE ON UNION, CO'S EXTEND PACT SIXTY DAYS CANADA'S DEEP SEA CREWS STRIKE STATEMENT OF OWNERSHIP FREE SHIP-TO-HALL TAXICABS NEWEST SEA CHEST SERVICE AFL CONVENTION VOTES MAJOR DEVELOPMENTS IN LABOR FIELD GREAT LAKES SIU WINS VOTE ON ANN ARBOR CAR FERRIES PRIEST SIGNS ON AS WIPER WITH SIU ST GEORGIA RESCUES 3 AIRMEN POTTER COMMITTEE RENEWS MARITIME INDUSTRY SURVEY CREWS AID FIGHT FOR HOSPITALS MATES CALL WALKOUT ON TANKSHIPS CO. 'TAKES CARE' OF OLDTIMER - FOR CASH STATES APPEAL TIDELANDS ACT ALAWAI HARVESTS 10 STOWAWAYS DOCK CLEANUP NO CREDIT TO P&O PRIZE FOR THE LOG THE SIU INLANDBOATMEN'S UNION INDIANS CONVENE AT SIU SIU HELPS NEW AFL-ILA ORGANIZE LONGSHOREMEN SEAFARER TAKES A DIP IN THE DEEP BEIRA BULL WRITES OWN SCRIPT IN TALE OF BULL RING BATTLE STEW ON STEW ON SHIP MENU ARMY PAPER LAUDS TRADER SEAFARERS ON BINGHAMTON VICTORY TRADE IN HEAT WAVES FOR ICEBERGS DEAD SEAFARER IS HONORED IN FINAL TRIBUTE ROBBERY AT SEA - A MUTINY FOR GOLD Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 10/2/1953 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America 1953 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/fac02c3c08ce641a7afcd2cb56971b62.PDF f5f534a5a960a6b41d9f19daeedd8608 PDF Text Text Six-Point Program Proposed By SlU To Curb Runaways Story On Page 8 Senate, House Okay P.L 480 Extension story On Page t SlU Man Rescued After Fall Overboard; Lost For Seven Hours Story On Page 2 (I.S. Labor Aide Calls Runaway-Flag Device 'Deplorable Situation' Story On Page 2 Longshoremen Strike Over Gang-Cut Issues Story On Page 2 Annual Report Great Lakes Tag & Dredge Pension Fnnd / "I'm My Own Man!" Filed With New York State'Insurance Department See Page 9 �Pa;e Tw« 8EApAkltk§ ' Ibb'' Labor-Management Conferfn<?i On Manpewr Training U.S. Labor Aide 'Deplores' Runaway Ship Operations By Paul HQII It is beginning tb look as though toe American Maritime industrFt which for so long> has been bogged down in a welter of archaic prac­ NEW YORK—Ih an address before the first National Transportation and Apprentice­ tices, bureaucratic procedures, and conflicts engendered by narrow ship Conference, John Henning, Under Secretary of Labor, called the foreign flag opera­ partisan interests, may be on the verge of developing a new perspective tions of American-owned companies "a deplorable situation." He said that these operations and understanding of what its role should be If it is to, fulfil its very necessary function in this nation's economy and security. had cau'sed unemployment Up* until very Yeeently, toe tendency whether prompted by the desire ence, President Johnson said "the yard workers — be followed by among American seamen and other segments of American In­ cooperation exhibited by labor to protect special interests, or by the awesome end overwhelming com­ shipyard workers. dustry, unemployment would be and management in the transpor­ plexity of maritime problems—has been to oversimplify the causes of Although he did not specifically considerably worse, Henning tation industry at this first Na­ toe industry's failure to maintain a healthy condition. name the company, the Under added. For many years the answer was limited to a theory that American tional Conference is the type of Secretary said that a very large Under Secretary Henning's re­ mutual effort in a common inter­ maritime unions, in tojeir efforts to protect Amn'ican seamen's wages American oil company, which has marks were made at the final day's only 19 tankers under U. S.-flag session of the three day Nation­ est which faas made and kept our and working conditions, have"been a fundamental cause of the decline registry, operates over 150 tankers al Transportation Apprenticeship country strong and progressive. of the U.S. merchant marine. The persistence of our Union, together with other segments of The President's. message added under various foreign flags. "This Conference at the Hotel New maritime labor, to expose the fallacy of .this line of reasoning was inva­ that "our country is requiring to is a deplorable situation," the Un­ Yorker here. The conference, creasingly greater numbers of riably greeted with cynicism. der Secretary said. which was coordinated by the U.S. Even in the halls of Congress, every effort to deal with the ills [Editor's Note] According to Department of Labor, brought to­ highly trained men to keep pace the latest available analysis of the gether labor and management rep­ with our rapidly expanding econ­ of maritime invariably was focused on toe role of maritime labor. Compulsory arbitration, no-strike laws and the like have frequently world tank ship fleet by .Sun Oil resentatives to explore the prob­ omy and changing technology," been proposed as cure-alls for the industry's problems. Company and U.S. Navy Depart­ lems, objectives and methods of A message from Secretary of Now there is reason to believe that there is an increased awareness ment figures, the Standard Oil apprenticeship training in the Labor W. Willard Wirts said "as of the vast .array of ills which are at the base of the maritime industry's Company of New Jersey and its transportation Industry. representatives of labor and man­ problems. Apparently toe people in Government and elsewhere, are affiliates own 125 tankers, which The SIU and other major mari­ agement concerned with appren­ they operate under foreign flags, time unions were among the par­ ticeship to the transportation in­ ^concerned with the future of the merchant marine and are beginning to including the run-aways. They also ticipants at the conference. The dustry, you are doing important realize that maritime policies, formulated 30 years ago to meet toe operate a considerable number of second day of the conference was work for your industry and for the conditions of that day, are failing to provide this nation with the merchant marine fleet it needs today. vessels under charter arrange­ devoted to panel discussions in country. In this respect, the creation of the Maritime Advisory Committee ments which fluctuate and have each of the four major segments Chairman of the labor division even exceeded the number of ves­ of the transportation industry — of the Conference is J. W. Ramsey, and toe Grievance , Committee on Cargo Preference Administration represent a significant development, in that they provide forums for an sels owned. maritime, railroad, motor trans­ General Vice-President of the In­ expression of all viewpoints with respect to the basic maritime issues, The Under Secretary said that port and airline. Each of the ternational Association of Machin­ many of these vessels had been panels dealt with the training and ists; the management division as a means of ultimately strengthening the industry. There was a time when special interests in maritime, often threw built in foreign shipyards. Should apprenticeship problems peculiar chairman is T. J. Riley, Supervisor well-oiled propaganda machinery into operation to disseminate distorted this example of the exclusion of to their industries. of Maintenance Skills Training for American labor—seamen and ship­ In a message sent to the confer­ the Port of New York Authority. and stereotyped views as to what was wrong with U.S. shipping. The day when this could be accomplished successfully may be past. With all elements of maritime represented around the same conference table, these pe(«)le must be prepared to back up their assertions. They must either put up or shut up. A case in point is toe runaway-flag issue which was discussed at the last meeting of the Maritime Advisory Committee on Sept. 21. Now, when we and toe' other unions who are members of the committee charge, and support with facts, that runaway-flag shipping is inimical to the best interests of American seamen and the American merchant fleet, the runaway operators must be prepared to answer this charge. Seafarer Julio Soils, who spent seven agonizing hours in the shark-infested waters off We, in the SIU, view our role in the operations of the President's Mayaguez, Puerto Rico, is alive today thanks only to his own physical stamina and the un­ Maritime Advisory Committee and the Cargo Preference Grievance Committee with the utmost seriousness. Accordingly, we are exploring relenting efforts of his shipmates to save him from a watery grave. every aspect of merchant marine policy and practice. We believe that An ordinary on the — SlU-contracted Azalea City join in the search. One of the The Lifeboat returned to the every fact regarding toe merchant marine is pertinent to the work (Sea-Land), Solis was repair­ Azelea City's lifeboats was also Azalea City long enough to allow and objectives of these committees. We think, for instance, that it is ing cluster lights near the gang­ dispatched, but both boats had one Solis' gear to be tossed Into it, Important to determine whether or not the essential trade routes then rushed him to land and a designated by our Government need reappraisal. _We think it is im­ way when he fell overboard as the great enemy—darkness. Solis, vainly trying to summon hospital. He was treated for ex­ portant to study the mechanism by which Government cargo is awarded ship was heading out of Mayaguez help out of the blackness about haustion and exposure, kept In the to various vessels, both U.S. and foreign, under our cargo preference harbor bound for the mainland. AB Andrew Lavezoli, who was him, was also faced with enemies. hospital in Mayaguez a few days laws. We think it is important to consider the propriety of having the maritime industry dependent to a large extent on decisions of a Gov­ standing the four to midnight The tropical waters were teeming and released. ernment agency such as the Department of Agriculture, whose primary with barracuda and sharks, and watch with Solis function Is to help the American farmer, not the American sifilor. the sea was pulling him away from when the acci­ We think that toe facts with respect to these and many other ques­ land. He was a strong swimmer, dent happened, •but not so young any more. tions affecting the future of the American merchant marine will throw told the story to He started pulling for land with light on the problem and help to find answers to them. It is for this the LOG. Lave­ slow, measured strokes. . reason that we are proceeding with our intensive research and study zoli, then man­ Meanwhile, the radio officer on of this whole complicated picture that is toe American maritime In­ ning the wheel, the Azalea City tried to contact dustry as It exists today, and the factors which are involved. said Solis made the Coast Gruard. He could not only one brief raise the San Juan station but did cry as he fell. manage to reach Miami. The main­ Luckily, it was Solis land base then notified San Juan SAN JUAN—In what has been heard by an of the man overboard and search referred to here as an "historic oiler who alterted the captain. But the ship had not yet cleared planes were sent out at first light. meeting," the AFL-CIO unions on the channel and there was ho room During the time, the Azalea City the Island have formed thfi Cen­ to maneuver. The Azalea City pro­ had dropped anchor and the life­ tral Labor Council of Puerto Rico. The meeting, which was pre­ ceeded ahead for another half boat had returned from its first mile, but managed to recall the sweep of the area. It was dis­ sided over by Agustin Benitez, NEW YORK—The AFL-CIO International Longshoremen's patched again. AFL-CIO regional director in Association began a strike of all Atlantic and Gulf coast ports, launch transporting the channel After swimming for what pilot back to shore and have her Puerto Rico, elected a slate of seemed hours, Solis finally temporary officers pending the at midnight, September 30. The strike by the 60,000 dock reached a sand shoal. He dragged workers of the ILA was-f^ himself on to it and waited, un­ holding of a convention which will convene as soon as possible. prompted by an attempt by automation. The shipping compa­ certainly, for rescue. The shoal was Keith Terpe, President of the shipping companies to reduce nies are seeking reductions In the so low he was forced to stand on size of work gangs and changes in It, the water lapping at his chest. SIU of Puerto Rico, was elected toe size of work crews. work rules that would pave the President of the Puerto Rico Cen­ [As the LOG went to press, the To make swimming easier, he had White House had already ap­ way for Introduction of more auto­ To familiarize the member­ removed all his clo'thes but his tral Labor Council, Other officers elected were three pointed a federal fact-finding mated cargo-moying machinery on undershirt. ship with the candidates and toe docks. their backgrounds in advance The night passed slowly, the Vice-Presidents. -George Trevino board, to make an immediate re­ The strike came after a one year of the United Steel Workers, port and government lawyers search continuing. of voting, the SEAFARERS study by the Labor Department Ralph Garcia of the Carpenters were expected to obtain an 80 day As dawn broke, the Seafarer was LOG, in the issue to be pub­ spotted by 2nd mate Luciano who Uni<Hi and A1 Giordhno of the In­ Taft-Hartley injunction in a mat­ that was supposed to have re­ lished Oct. 16, will print a spe­ solved the automation, dispute and was searching in the Azalea City's ternational Union of Electrical ter of hours.] cial supplement containing a The strike's Immediate effect create the grounds for a settle­ lifeboat. Tired and exhausted, Workers. picture and a biography of Elected as Secretary was Noble was to tie up all shipping in ment. Solis was dragged into the rescue each of the candidates for In New York, where 28,000 long­ craft. The sand bar where he was Gomez of the Boiler Makers. ports from Portland, Maine to office. In addition, the LOG found was three miles from the Tomas Martinez of the National Brownsville, Texas. About 500 shoremen work, negotiations will carry a sample ballot stalled on the problem of how position of the Azalea City when Maritime Union was elected Treas­ ships are affected. which will be an exact dupli­ "the SlU end its seafaring sec­ many cheeky and clerks would he fell overboard, and two and urer. cate of the actual ballot. Vot­ Luis Montanez, Jr., President of tions, the SUP, MCS, MEOW and be effected by the changes in one half miles off the port beam ing starts Monday, November of the freighter when he Was res­ th^ Puerto Rico Newspaper Guild AGLIWD District have notified work rules the shipping companies 2 and continues through De­ are seeking., There; are 4,400 such cued. SPlis had spent all night in is serving as Fublic Relations Di­ the ILA of their' full support. cember 31. The key issue in the strike is' workers in the 'port. the water. rector of thie Council Seafarer Lost Overboard Survives All-Nighf In Sea SIU Rep Heads First AFUlO Council In P.R. SIU Election Supplement An Next Log ILA Hits Bricks in Gang-Cut Beef �OeWb«r l; 1N« Face ThrM LOG SlU Pushes Anti-Runaway Plan WASHINGTON, D.C.—The Sea­ farers International Union of North America called upon the Maritime Ad­ visory' Cominittee to denounco the use by American companies of ships registered in Panama, Liberia and Honduras, and to recommend to the President, the Congress and the appropriate departments and agencies of the Govern­ ment a six-point program of action against these runaway flags. The SIU call was contained in a heavily-documented presentation submitted to the members of the Com­ mittee, which held Its second meeting here on Sep­ tember 21. The Maritime Advisory Committee was created by Executive Order of President Johnson on June 17 to consider the problems of the American-flag maritime industry. The Committee consists of Secretary of Commerce Luther H. Hodges, chairman; Secretary of Labor W. Willard Wirtz, and 17 non-Government members representing the maritime industry, marltime labor and the general public. The SIU repre­ sentative on the Committee is its International presi­ dent, Paul Hall. The six-point program which the SIU urged the Maritime Advlsoiry Committee to recommend is as follows: 1. The President shall reaffirm that It is the In­ tention of the Government to foster the development of an American-flag merchant marine in accordance with the purposes expressed in the Merchant Marine Act of 1936. He shall further declare that the op­ eration by American corporations or Individuals of vessels in American commerce under the flags of Panama, Liberia, Honduras and other foreign nations is inconsistent with the purposes of the Merchant Marine Act of 1936 and detrimental to the best interesti of the American merchant marine, the American economy and the American people. • g. The President shall, by Presidential Directive, direct that the above policy be fully Implemented ty aH Government departments and agencies, S. In the Implementation of this policy, the De­ partment of State shall cease the support It has displayed over the years, not only of American run­ away operators but of other foreign-flag shipping in­ terests. The Department of Defense shall repudiate the Invalid theory of "effective control" and assist in the rebuilding of the American-flag fleet by imple­ menting fully the provisions of the law which calls for the 100% carriage of military cargoes In Ameri­ can vessels. The Department of Agriculture shall similarly assist In the rebuilding of the American fleet by insisting upon strict compliance with all provisions of the cargo preference laws. The De­ partment of Justice shall recognize the jurisdiction of the National Labor Relations Board over Americanowned foreign-flag vessels In American commerce and cease its efforts to interfere in the exercise of that Jurisdiction. The Department of Commerce, through the Maritime Administration, shall cease ex­ tending Government war risk Insurance to these runaway-flag ships. It shall also end its policy of condoning the transfer of American-owned vessels to runaway flags, from which these vessels can retransfer to other flags which do not even come under the fiction of "effective control." 4. The Congress shall take steps to implement the proposals of the late President Kennedy in 1961 when he recommended elimination of the tax haven device used by the runaway operators and the taxa­ tion of profits earned abroad by American firms operating through foreign subsidiaries. The Congress shall also amend the cargo preference laws to ex­ clude American-owned runaways and other-American owned foreign-flag ships from the carriage of cargoes Mnerated by the American Government and financed by thf American taxpayer. I. Ilia President shall direct that at least 25% of all foreign oil Imported in the United States be car­ ried In American ships. This would reduce the de­ pendence of the United States on runaway vessels for the Importation of this economically and political­ ly strateglo commodity and help to revive the Inde­ pendent American-flag tanker fleet which is essential to this nation's security but which, under the on­ slaught of the runaways. Is now facing obsolescenceand bankruptcy. 9. The United States, through its representative to the United Nations, shall call upon the UN for a more explicit definition of the "genuine link" prin­ ciple, which holds that there must exist a demon­ strable connection between a ship and the country of Its registry. The SIU said that the runaway-flag fleet of Panama, Liberia and Honduras now totals 1,507 ves­ sels, which makes it one and a half times the size of the active oceangoing American-flag fleet. In addition the SIU pointed out that American companies own 409 PanLibHon vessels, which means that the American-owned section is more than one-quarter of the total PanLibHon fleet and is nearly half the size of the American-flag fleet. The SIU emphasized that American-owned tank­ ers now constitute 50% of the PanLibHon tanker fleet, 264 out of 529. Of these 264 American-owned tankers, nearly half are owned by five American oil companies Standard Oil of New Jersey, Texaco, Gulf, Standard Oil of California and Socony Mobil. The SIU said that some 85% of the runaway-flag dry bulk carriers are foreign-owned. This means that America must heavily rely for the importation of strategic raw materials—iron ore, tin, manganese, copper—on foreign vessels which do not even come un^r the fiction of "effective control." Despite this, the SIU pointed out the Maritime Ad(Continued on page 9) Moves To Weaken Bill Fail MARAD Waivers Scored CONGRESS EXTENDS In Grievance Committee PUBLIC LAW 480 WASHINGTON—The SIU has registered a protest against the Maritime Administra­ tion's policy of continuing to grant general waivers of the Public Resolution 17 requirement WASHINGTON—An SlU-supported version of the bill to that 100 percent of cargoes financed by the Export-Import Bank be shipped in American extend the life of Public Law 480 has passed the Senate and vessels. The protest was made that it would submit a detailed in which American shipping seek­ the House and is now slated to go to the White House for at . the September 28 meeting statement with respect to these ing cargo preference shipments here of the Grievance Com­ signing by the President. have been harrassed. mittee on Cargo Preference Ad­ matters prior to the meeting. A provision in the Senate- tions or organizations with whom ministration which was established Emphasizing its long-standing An Agriculture Department rep­ passed version of the law that such agreements are entered Into." by President Johnson last May to position, the SIU supported a pro­ resentative at the meeting said American flag ship operators, consider complaints over the ad­ faced with costs that must be paid ministration of cargo preference for In dollars, strongly opposed the laws. measure. Maritime labor also op­ SIUNA President Paul Hall is posed the provision because Its one of the labor advisors to the effect would be to further reduce Grievance Committee. Attending the amount of jobs in the industry. the meeting with him were repre­ Other provisions in the approved sentatives of the seafaring sections version of P.L. 480 would bar of the SIUNA—Morris Weisberger, Yugoslavia and Poland from reach­ Secretary-Treasurer of the Sailors ing agreements under Title I of Union of the Pacific; William Jorthe bill. Both communist countries dan,~^resident of the Marine Firewould still be entitled to receive mens Union, and Ed Turner, Sec­ U.S. surplus commodities under retary-Treasurer of the Marine the bill's Title IV. Cooks and Stewards Union. The bill also bars any country Specifically, the SIU maintained whose ships trade with Cuba from that the language of Public Reso­ making Title I agreements. Such lution 17 is clear and that MARAD countries, the bill's wording says, has no legal right to grant the will no longer be considered as waivers. The SIU pointed out that "friendly countries," but will, as since the establishment of the in the case of Yugoslavia and Grievance Committee, MARAD Poland, be able to purchase food­ had .granted seven such waivers, stuffs under Title IV. making a total of 13 since January The bill, which was extended for 1 of this year. a two-year - period, rather than The Union protested the fact three as originaliy recommended, that with regard to waivers grant­ Oct. 2, 1964 Vol. XXVI, No. 20 is seen as a gain for the maritime ed to Japan to carry Export-Im­ industry. port Bank financed-cargoes, the It had a stormy passage through Maritime Administration order the two houses of Congress, and provided that third-flag ships could was the subject of bitter floor be used if no U.S. or Japanese PAUL HALL, President HERBERT BRAND, Editor; BERNARD SEA­ fights. It was battled through com­ vessels are available. Although MAN, Art Editor; MIKE POLLACK, mittees and subjected to various the Maritime Administration has NATHAN SKYBR, Assistant Editors; crippling amendments, all of been following this policy for ROBERT ARONSON, ALVIN SCOTT, PETE which were either beaten down or some time, the SIU pointed out CARMEN, Staff Writers. modified. Many of the amend­ that previously no forum existed Published biweekly at the headquarten ments, it was felt. Impinged on in which to present its objections. of the Seafarers International Union, At­ lantic, Gulf, Lakes and inland Waters the President's foreign policy mak­ At the meeting the SIU repre­ District, AFL-CIO, *75 Fourth Avenue, Brooklyn, NY, 11232. Tat. HYaclnth f-6t00. ing powers. One, In particular, sentatives requested Maritime Ad­ Second class postage paid at the Post would have limited the President's ministrator Nicholas Johnson to Office In Brooklyn, NY, under the Act discretion In making grants and continue the discussion on waivers of Aug. 24, 1912. 120 loans on P.L. 480 sales. It too was and the use of third flag ships at beaten down. | the next meeting. The SIU said would have done serious damage to the U.S.-flag shipping industry and threatened the jobs of Ameri­ can seamen, was overhauled and amended in a conference com­ mittee. The provision would have hurt the dollar position of U.S.flag shipping by forcing It to take a portion of their charges for freight movement in Instable or Inconvertible foreign currencies. The revised provision says that the "Commodity Credit Corpora­ tion shall finance ocean freight charges . . . only to the extent that such charges are higher (thain would otherwise be the case) by reason of a requirement that the commodities be transported In United States flag vessels. Such agreements shall require the bal­ ance of such charges for transpor­ tation in United States flag vessels to be paid in dollars by the na- posal by the American Maritime Association for the adoption of a sealed bid procedure to be used in awarding cargo preference ship­ ments, the use of a uniform char­ ter part of contract, and the pay­ ment of at least 90%'of the freight charges to American shipowners as soon as their vessels have com­ pleted loading. Charter parties and foreign supply missions have been among the principal areas - that the department had been working for some time on a uni­ form charter party of contract and that a draft had been completed. If okayed the uniform contract would have to be used by all for­ eign supply missions. However, no one has yet seen the draft and it it is not satisfactory from the standpoint of U.S. shipping, con­ siderable protest can be expected to arise. jmm. SEAFARERS LOG OfFicials of the SlUNA's seafaring sections discussed the SlUNA's position prior to Grievance Committee meeting in Washington. Left to right, are SIUNA President Paul Hall, Ed Turner, Secretary-Treasurer of the MC&S; Ed Jordan, President of the MFOW and Morris Weisberger (back to camera), Secretary-Treasurer of the SUP. �SEAFARERS Tage Tom October l; mt LOG Receives Check Sea-Land Protests Reduced Rail Rates By Earl (Bull) Shepard, Vice-President, Atlantic ELIZABETH—The SlU-contracted Sea-Land Service, Inc., has filed complaints with the Interstate Commerce Commis­ sion against discriminatory rail freight rates which are harm­ ing its cargo traffic, N.Y. Hosts Apprenticeship Conference June 16, permitted activated car­ The charges are aimed at bon to move by "piggyback" from two rail tariffs on activated Texas to New York at the reduced carbon, moving from Mar­ rate of $1.63 per 100 pounds. Sealand, in its second complaint, shall, Tex. to New York City, and charged that the ICC permitted the canned goods moving between reduction of rates on this traffic from $.96 per hundred pounds to Tampa, Fla. and New York. The ICC permitted the two chal­ a tariff of $.81. The $.96 per hun­ lenged rail rales to go into effect dred-pound rate had existed until 1959. after the U.S. Supreme Court hand­ The SlU-contracted Seatrain ed down a decision in the "Pan- Lines recently lost a railroad rate Atlantic Case," which set an anti- fight when a federal judge with­ Veteran Chicago dredgeshipping industry precedent. In drew a restraining order he had man Martin Dohi (r), is all previously imposed which would that decision the high court ruled have prevented rail rate cuts on smiles as he accepets his that the fCC should give greater polyethylene plasties moving be­ first pension check from weight to economic arguments in tween Texas and New York. The Frank (Scottie) Aubusson, rail-water disputes. The opinion Justice Department had interced­ SlU-IBU rep in Chicago. Dahl is a member of the held that less attention was to be ed in the case in support of Seatrain's contention that the rate Great Lakes Tug and paid to the protection of water car­ reduction violated U.S. antitrust Dredge Region of the SlU riers when higher rail rate dif­ laws and were otherwise dis­ Inland Boatmen's Union. ferentials were under consid­ criminatory. eration. Favor Rails The nation's railroads have long counted on getting a sympathetic hearing from the ICC when they have resorted to the practice of discriminatory rate cutting. Rail­ WASHINGTON—The American people "should realize and roads following this practice, which be aroused about" the threat of water pollution to the future Is usually done at the expense of life of the nation. Representative Alvin E. O'Konski (R-Wis.) coastal and inland water operators, declared in an interview on ' make selective rate cuts which Washington Reports to the eral agency to administer the force the competing water carriers People, AFL-CIO public water pollution laws of the United out of business. When successful, service program heard on 700 States and fix standards for control of pollutants and contaminants. the railroads can then raise their radio stations. Previous legislation, on a match­ Representative John D. Dingell rates to any level they please at a ing basis of $4.40 of local money later date without fear of com­ (D-Mich.), interviewed on the to each $1 of federal funds, has same program, said that water pol­ petition. stimulated action on the project, In its complaints on rates for lution today is due to "a series of but some industries, Dingell de­ complex industrial wastes which activated carbon, Sea-Land said it are going into our* streams in clared, prefer to pay the nominal had been forced to publish an un­ thousands of tons," including state fine rather than make needed profitable rate to counter the re­ radioactive wastes, run-off of agri­ corrections in their operations. duction permitted by the decision cultural pesticides and municipal of the regulatory agency. The deci­ sewage. sion, which went into effect on "Last of all," Dingell contin­ ued, "it is detergents and some other substances that get in When the lights go out in through municipal and industrial a modern, automated city it sewage disposal systems." clearly demonstrates the su-1 He noted that detergent manu­ periority of man over ma- i facturers have evolved a new chine, as the following incid­ product which breaks down in WASHINGTON—The Inter­ ent indicates. streams and in sewage disposal state Commerce Commission, On a recent weekend there plants and have agreed to substi­ whose favorable decisions to was a power failure in a Gertute it for existing hard detergents. railroads in discriminatory The automated If they do not, he said, "we will I man city. rate cases are often made at pass legislation to force them to ^ machine which operated the the expense of the shipping 1 generator was prepared for do so." industry, recently had trouble O'Konski termed the condition 1 the emergency however, and in telling the difference be­ in a taped voice immediately of the Potomac River in the na­ tween ships and trucks. tional capital is a "disgrace and a ,,,I called the chief engineer on In approving an .application tragedy, because the federal govthe telephone to inform him by the SlU-contracted Calmar ernment ought to set an example the difficult.v. Steamship Corporation to car­ for the rest of the nation. This |i As it happened the chief en­ gineer's telephone number ry lumber between Pacific most historic river is probably the .had changed and the genera­ coast ports and Cape Canav­ most polluted stream in the United tor operating machine had eral, Florida, the ICC referred States." been informed ^of, the to the shipping company as a Dingell called the water pollu- , ':.never , "motor vehicle" operation. tion problem a health, as well as precaution had been taken however to set up a sec­ After someone presumably economic problem. ond machine to inform callers pointed out to the ICC that "You read of fish kills, both in motor vehicles are operated fresh and salt water, and Intestinal . of the number change, so the disorders, hepatitis outbreaks and /: second machine told the first by motor carriers and steam­ so on that result from water pollu­ p machine to call "Information" ships are run by steamship tion," he said. "Detroit water re­ > to get the new number. companies, the agency took cently saw twfl^ major duck kills >; But, alas, this was beyond pains to confess its error, of about. 20,000 each within less i; the capabilities of the first saying that it wanted its order than 6 months. These were scarce ^ machine. Endlessly and brain- : to "conform to the evidence." lessly it kept calling the chief species like canvasbacks and red The commission's decision ' engineer's old number and heads." was all the more out of the Referring to recent reports that ' jiist as endlessly and just as ; ordinary since Calmar's appli­ Lake Erie is becoming an Ameri­ ; brainlessly the second macation to carry the lumber was can Dead Sea, O'Konski said that , chine kept advising it to call opposed by four railroads: the unless pollution is checked, other ^ "Information." Northern Pacific, Great North­ great lakes, like Michigan and I The lights remained off unern, Union Pacific and the Superior, will become useless and T; til a human being somewhere Chicago, MilwaukeCi St. Paul noticed that it was getting dangerous water wastes. and Pacific. Dingell is sponsor of legislation ii dark. that would set up a separate fed- Congressmen IVorn Of Pollution Perils Who's in Charge Here? Calmar Sails 'Trucks,' Says ICC Examiner *. .** V^ ^ «« ff V A mm V A V mm A MA A The first annual National Transportation Apprenticeship Confer­ ence was held here this week at the Hotel New Yoiiier. Attended by representatives of both labor and management, the conference drew greetings from President Johnson and Labor Secretary Wirtz. The SIU was represented in the maritime sectimi of the conference, and the union threw its fuii support behind the program. Boston Shipping has picked up here during the last period and is expected to remain good for the immedite future. There were 2 payoffs, 1" sign-on and four ships in transit. Robert Frazer, who was last on the Ocean Anna as bosun, paid off her to spend some time with his family. Now he is looking for a ship running offshore. Frederick "Whitey" Meinerth, an AB, ran coast­ wise for six months on the Cantigny. Now he is looking for a ship on the Far East run, having spent sometime with his family first. John Kulas, a 23-year union man, was last on a Summer Boat called the Yankee Oiler. He was happy to see the "lover's run" end, and now he is looking for a trip to Europe or the Far East. Maurice McCatty, who just piled off the Mount Washington, says he was sorry to see that "floating hotel" go offshore. On the beach, he will take his family on a vacation through-f Canada and visit the World's Fair hopes i will be as good as the Transbefore shipping out again. A 3rd eastern. cook, he hopes to get another ship Robert Harwell, who sails on as good as his last one. deck, was taken off the Flomar New York in Costa Rica with a ruptured ap­ Shipping in this port has slowed pendix. Harwell credits the fast somewhat in the last period, work and good judgment of the though the outlook remains good Flomar's master. Captain Doane, with the busier fall season coming with saving his life. He says he's on. There were 24 payoffs, 6 fit-for-duty again and ready to sign-ons and 19 ships in transit. ship. Norfolk W. Kong, on the beach two Shipping has been fair in this months after coming off the Robin Locksley, is ready to ship again port. There were 4 payoffs, 2 and looking for a good slot in the sign-ons and 7 in transits for the steward's department. J. Duffany, last two-week period.Earl Mansfield, George Owens, just off the Steel Artisan where he served in the black gang, is Will Beasley and Joseph Stevens were all on the ill-fated Globe also ready, to ship again. Ernest Scardino, who sails as an Explorer, which caught fire and electrician, lya® last on the Azalea had to be abandoned one day out City. He's watching the board for of this port. Recovered from the a round the world trip. H. Rolen, excitement, the four were all down after spending four months on the at the hall waiting to ship out as beach and enjoying, among other soon as the jobs come up on the things, the World's Fair, just board. Puerto Rico. shipped as an electrician on the Shipping on the island has been Steel Vendor. Fleming Jensen, after spending two months vaca­ generally good in the last period. tion in Virginia, is now ready to On the labor front, 12 internation­ al AFL-CIO unions have unani­ ship on any coastwise tanker. mously approved the formation of Philadelphia a Central Labor Council of Puerto Shipping has been slow during Rico. The president of the body that last period, with Improvement will be Keith Terpe, SIU head­ expected in the very near future. quarters representative in San There were 3 payoffs, 3 sign-dns Juan. The Council claims a mem­ and 8 in transits. bership of 235,000 workers. One Buck Pieszczuk, an SIU mem­ of the first actions of the new ber since 1947 who is now retired Council was to lend a hand in the and collecting a union pension, picketing at the San Juan Star, says "I am grateful to the union; now undergoing a strike by News­ I can now sit back and take it easy paper Guild.smen. All unions in without any worries and enjoy the Council showed up during the course of the strike to help man pensioner's benefits." Alexander Tuum, who sails as the picket lines and show the sol­ a carpenter, says he is looking for idarity of Puerto Rican labor. another wood butchering job on a ship now that he is through vaca­ tioning. Albert Yumal, a firemanwater tender, is watching the board for a job below. He says he will go just about anywhere. Frank Mason, an oiler who says the party time Is over for him on the beach, is waiting to ship as soon as pos­ • TORONTO—The SIU of Canada won unanimous approval as bar­ sible. gaining representative in an elec­ Baltimore ' Shipping here slowed down dur­ tion conducted on the steamer ing the last two weeks but the pic­ Alexander Leslie, owned by Norture looks good for the next pe­ Lake Steamships, Ltd. of Toronto, riod. There were 3 payoffs, 2 sign- Ontario. The members of the crew on the ons and 11 in transit. Rocky Morris just shipped out Alexander Leslie voted one hun­ as an AB on the Alamar, bound for dred percent in favor of the SIU the West Coast. He says he wants to represent theip In collective ^ to visit some friends out there and bargaining negotiations. that he may as well earn some The election was held by the money while he is doing so. Canada Labour Relations Board Rocoo Caruso, sailing on deck for and was conducted by the Depart­ the last 20 years, just piled off the ment of Labour. The results were Transeastem because he injured checked by John Royce an ob­ his arm and shoulder. But he is server for the SIU of Canada arid FFD again and registered. He is M. Horenblas of the Department looking for another ship that he of Labour. Canadian SIU Wins Election �SEAFARERB Ootober t, 19M Pas* flTfl- LOG Class 117 Wins Lifsboat Ticksts By Al KMT, Seercfary-Treasurer Check Welfare Eligibility Graduating members of Lifeboat Class 117 flash big smiles for the photographer after suc­ cessfully completing Coast Guard requirements for their lifeboat tickets at the SlU school at New York headquarters: Members of the class are (first row, l-r) John B. Funk, William J. Winfordner; (middle row) M. S. Loppies, Lorry Sullivan, Alberto Aguior, Ramon Aydoi (third row) instructor Dan Butts, Gon Diviaio. Harry Harrison, Lester Stelly, George A. Jackson, Charley Williams and Richard Lyons. Lifetime Pensions Awarded To Six More SlU Veterans Six more Seafarers have joined the growing ranks of SIU pensioners who can relax in the sun and receive a monthly..pension check from the Seafarers Welfare Plan, The men who have been approved by the SIU Welfare Plan's trustees to receive a monthly stipend of $150 fortthe rest of their lives are timer who Joined the union in New he now makes his home in Cold Emil Herek, 58; Edward J. York In Nov. 1938, sailing in the Springs, Texas, where he will re­ Singletary, 50; Gregorio Mirabueno, 71; Henry P. Myers, 66; Constahtine Dobrovolsky, 70; and Emlle Houde, 65. Emil Herek first Joined the Union in the port of New Orleans, spending his years at sea sailing in the steward department as cook and steward. While he spent much of his time aboard the Del Sud, his Jast ship was the Delaware. Edward J. Singletary is a native of Louisiana who first signed up with the SIU in New Orleans. Un­ til his retirement, he sailed in the engine department, finishing his career at sea as an oiler. He now makes his home In Siidell, La., after last sailing aboard the Penn Vanguard, Gregorio Mirabueno Is an old- steward department. A native of tire with his well earned SIU pen- Herek Singletary CLAIMS Pension-Disability Benefits ..... Maternity Benefits Dependent Benefits 8,129 38 612 64 989 Optical Benefits - 547 Out-Patient Benefits 5,956 SUMMARY Vacation Benefits TOTAL WELFARE, VACATION BENEFITS PAID THIS PERIOD... Mlrabueno Myers Dobrovolsky Houde the Philippine Islands, he now makes his home in the city of San Francisco. He last sailed as third cook aboard the Steel Advocate. Henry P. Myers began his career with the SIU in New York and has sailed since that time In the deck department. Born In India, sion. His last ship was the Ocean Anna, on which he sailed as bosun. Constantino Dobrovolsky is a AMOUNT PAID native of Russia who came to this 72,959.44 country when the war first broke out in Europe. Before Joining the 77,094.96 SIU in 1941 in Mobile, Ala., he 91,800.00 sailed with both the Polish mer­ chant marine and the English fleet 12,885.10 as a deck hand. He plans to settle on his monthly check to his home ' 107,528.23 in the Bronx, N.Y. He last sailed in the Steel Recorder as carpenter. 6,610.01 Emile Houde is an SIU oldtimer 47,648.00 who began sailing as a Seafarer 416,525.74 from New York in 1941. A native of Canada, he now makes his home 453,756.13 in Baltimore, Md., where he plans to live a comfortable life on his pension. He last sailed In the en­ 870,281.87 gine department on the Seafair. Cash Benefits Paid — August, 1964 Death Benefits Increase In Employment Fails To Put Dent In Joblessness WASHINGTON—The economy showed continued strength In August, the Labor Department has reported, even though the increase in non-farm jobs fell short and failed to dent the unemployment problem. The paradox persisted of the month took place in manufac­ the factory workweek run­ turing. This sector showed a rise SIU Welfare, Vacation Plans Hospital Benefits During the past nine months we have gone into almost every aspect of the SIU welfare and pension plans to give the membership a clear picture of Hie benefits they have. The reason we have gone Into such painstaking detail Is that It Is our desire to let every SIU man know about the benefits that the Union has won for them. Equally important is the need for every brother to become acquainted with the require­ ments which are necessary to be eligible for these various welfare, vacation and pension plan programs. The thing for every Seafarer and his family to remember is that these benefits havs been won as the result of many a hard-fought battle. It behooves every man in our Union to become fully acquainted with them, and to take the fullest possible advantage of every last one. These last words are hardly necessary, since a quick look at the 1964 welfare and pension statistics shows that our brothers have been keeping the Union welfare representatives on their toes with the claims they have been filing. Since we started writing this column at the beginning of the year, more than 149,056 claims for welfare and vacations have been acted upon by our welfare office. These benefits had a cash value worth over $7,238,277.21. This means that from January 618.12; optical benefits — 4,441 1st to August 31st, 1964, a figure claims totaling $6Q,223.61, and out­ equalling one-seventh of the patient benefits — 53,641 claims, $51,730,449 total that has been totaling $351,696.80. paid out to SIU members since the The benefit we all want to see welfare plan's inception several remain at the lowest figure pos­ years ago. sible, claims for cash benefits aris­ Claims for vacation benefits ing from the loss of our departed alone hit the whopping total of brothers, stood at a total of 229. 11,938 since the first of the year. These claims had a cash value of These vacation benefits have a $593,385.62. total cash value of $3,962,420.49 The statistics we have men­ which, is again, almost a seventh tioned above tell an obvious story. of the total of $30,995,294.19 which After reading them. Seafarers has been paid since the vacation have the plain evidence that thou­ benefit was made a part of our sands upon thousands of their contract agreements. brothers are living easier with the Taking a further look at the help of the SIU welfare and vaca­ 1964 totals of the various benefits tion plans. The figures showing that make up the SIU welfare the cash payments the Union plans , plan, one can quickly get a picture have made to the membership il­ of the magnitude of its operations. lustrate that they are organized to There were 66,521 claims for hos­ take care of every SIU man who pital benefits worth a total of is eligible to make a claim. $603,905.24; diaabUlty benefits— What these facts mean. In so 4,589 claims totaling $688,250; many words, is that the Welfare maternity benefits—519 claims to­ plan exists to serve you. It's up to taling $99,775.23; dependent bene­ you to take full advantage of your fits—7,178 claims totaling $878,- benefits. 16,335 1,381 17,716 ning at very high levela and over­ time setting a rword high even as 3.7 million unemploj^ed sought work and could not find it. This picture is causing the La­ bor Department to undertake a trial survey "to see If shortages exist In certain occupations," ac­ cording to Harold Goldstein, the department's manpower expert. In a separate report, the Labor Department said three major areas—^Pittsburgh, Pa., San Juan, P.R. and Chattanooga, Tenn.— were removed from the Ust of major Job centers with 8 percent or more Jobless In August. This drops the total areas with "sub­ stantial unemployment" to 32 out of 150 areas surveyed monthly, the lowest total since early 1960. It was the first time Pittsburgh has fallen below 6 percent Job­ less in nearly 7 years. The detailed Job report for Au­ gust showed a rise of 240,000 nonfarm Jobs to a record high of 59.2 million. This total Is 1.6 millimi higher than August 1963, with two-thirds of the Job expansion occurring in trade, services and state and local government. The Labor Department de­ scribed the July-to-August Job in­ crease as "close to seasonal ex­ pectation." The biggest Job Increase over of 174,000 to a total of 17.5 mil­ lion. The increase in manufactur­ ing was held down by auto model changeover layoffs totaling 110,000. The auto changover layoffs have grown in recent years along with total auto industry employ­ ment, explained the Labor Depart­ ment spokesman. "Continued strength In the economy," said the report, "was evident In the factory workweek, which rose 0.3 hour to 40.9 hours." "Overtime hours also rose 18 minutes over the month," the re­ port added. "At an August aver­ age of 3.3 houra, factory overtime was at the highest level recorded since the overtime series began in 1956." The average hourly earnings of factory production workers fell by a penny to $2.52 in August. The longer workweek, however, pushed average weekly earnings back up to $103, the report noted. Earlier, the Labor Department's summary report had reported that the seasonally-adjusted Jobless rate moved up to 5.1 percent in August from the four and one-half year low of 4.9 percent in July. The overall unemployment rate rose as teenagers failed to find work, with the teenage jobless rate rising to 15 percent from July's 13 percent. �SEAFARERS Pace Sia Ociaber t, 1M4 LOC (Figures On This Page Cover Deep Sea Shipping Only In the SIV Atlantic,' Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District.) September 12-September 25, 1964 The job situation remains at the aam.e tarisk pace as it was during the last shipping period, showing wily a narrow margin between this period and the last. The total number of Seafarers shipped was 1,220 as compared to 1,266 the previous period. The increase in departments was mixed, with shipping in the deck and engine departments showing gains, while the steward department job situation slowed slightly. East Coast shipping boomed, with the number of Jobs rising in all ports except New York and Philadelphia, which feU off only slightly. West Coast shipping was down from the previous period, with San Francisco recording a sizeable drop in the number of jobs, which Wilmington and Seattle only slightly offset. Shipping in the Gulf was also on the downswing, mostly caused by a large drop in the number of jobs shipped from New Orleans, the impact of which was compensated by good Increases in Tampa, Mobile and Houston. . Registration kept pace wi^ the brisk shipping situation, with Ship AetivHy a total of 1,220 registered during the last two weeks, as ooii^red with 1,142 the previoua period. This period's total, however, was exactly the same as the number of jobs shipped during this period. As a result, the total number of SIU men registered and on the beach also remained exactly the same, at a total of 3,722. Pay Offs Boctoa ...... 1 New York.... 24 Philadelphia .. 3 iailioiere .... 3 Nerfoik ..... 4 Jackionviiie .. 0 With more men registering, the seniority picture changed some­ what for the first time in several weeks. The percentage of Class A men shipped jumped to 58 percent of the total, as compared to 53 percent in the previous period. The percentage of Class B men shipped dropped, as a result, by 4 points to 31 percent from the previous period's total of 35 percent. Class C registration was down one point to 11 percent of the total shipped, against 12 per­ cent the previous period. 1 Tampa 5 Mobile New Orleant.. 7 9 UoHitea Wllmiagtoa .. 0 Saa Fraacitce . 1 Seattle ...... 2 Ship activity increased during this period, with the total of 220 ship movements contrasting to 193 the previous period. Pay­ offs were up to 60 from 52, sign-ons dropped to 37 from 43 the week before, and in transit movements Jumped to 123 from 108 the period before. TOTALS ... 40 Siga la Oas Traai. TOTAL 4 4 1 49 19 4 18 7 8 14 11 2 14 8 2 11 11 0 9 4 2 13 4 4 83 14 10 88 25 4 4 4 0 5 1 7 8 7 2 87 128 220 DECK DEPARTMENT Registered CLASS B Registered CLASS A Shipped CLASS A Shipped CLASS B Shipped CLASS C1 GROUP GROUP GROUP GROUP 8 ALL 1 2 8 ALL 1 2 8 ALL 1 8 ALL 2 1 2 9 1 6 1 0 0 3 3 3 2 0 0 0 1 4 1 Boston 98 0 44 27 78 2 10 23 39 12 18 84 55 14 2 9 New York 9 3 0 0 7 3 0 6 10 0 8 8 8 7 8 1 Philadelphia 85 1 7 17 12 80 0 9 17 1 11 0 28 8 5 6 Baltimore 8 4 0 4 0 5 9 1 0 0 0 14 4 9 8 8 Norfolk 4 2 0 0 1 0 6 8 1 8 2 0 0 0 4 8 Jacksonville 10 ( ) 8 4 11 0 8 0 8 4 1 2 3 4 4 Tampa .............. 8 18 11 12 27 1 18 i1 9 5 10 4 10 4 6 9 5 Mobile 55 26 44 1 82 82 14 29 4 4 12 16 19 14 17 New Orleans [ 15 14 80 8 29 8 45 8 8 11 22 57 89 4 14 Houston 6 0 8 0 8 ( 5 0 0 1 1 1 0 1 8 1 Wilmington 0 2 8 1 7 8 0 5 1 12 ( 1 2 5 8 2 San Francisco 9 3 15 0 8' 4 8 19 0 6 8 8 5 12 2 4 Seattle 98 202 42 1 842 18 75 88 1 175 00 152 42 284 11 62 69 132 TOM£S Port 1 I TOTAL Shipped Registered On The Beach CLASS Ai CLASS B ' GROUP CLASS GROUP GROUP 8 ALL A B C ALL 1 1 2 3 ALL 1 2 2 8 ALL 0 6 0 . 7 9 0 0 1 41 0 0 24 8 2 5 7 98 104 149 28 281 4 7 78 13 7 2 5 0 39 84 127 6 1 IS 18 0 1 6 23 45 0 1 4 6 15' 21 0 0 80 6 47 41 2 3 11 51 11 103 1 1 25 38 04 80 11 0 7 4 3 7 9 14 15 30 1 4 7 10 18 3 8 6 3 12 3 0 2 1 8 0 11 3 3 10 16 18 2 2 4! 11 3 4 0 2 6 0 8 1 2 1 4 8 27 16 0 a 46 28 24 9 61 1 5 13 19 0 8 2 0 2 44 0 2 75 50 59 14 123 3 29 33 56 92 11 45 6 1 78 56 81 13 150 3 4 22 11 21 45 69 0 0 2 0 0 24 6 7 12 1 0 8 11 41 1 20 0 0 0 8 0 5 0 13 25 21 48 1 2 20 8 29 0 15 58 0 0 0 0 9 0 20 27 26 5 24 16 40 5 24 15 1 44 284 132 44 1 460 385 511 104 11000 19 194 318 1 520 ENGINE DEPARTMENT Registered CLASS A Registered CLASS B Shipped CLASS A Shipped CLASS B Shipped CLASS C GROUP GROUP GROUP GROUP 8 ALL 1 8 ALL 1 1 2 2 8 ALL 1 .2 2 8 ALL 5 d 0 0 6 4 1 0 0 0 2 0 1 2 2 1 89 17 59 1 71 4 10 19 88 4 15 13 29 19 50 2 6 1 0 8 12 i> 5 0 1 5 10 8 4 0 3 1 6 8 14 8 12 1 10 1> 10 0 18 2 14 2 18 0 0 8 (j 8 0 1 1 5 0 5 0 0 2 4 I 8 4 0 7 0 2 0 5 0 4 1 2 0 0 f 8 8 8 I\ 8 0 1 0 0 5 0 0 8 1 1 1 0 0 14 7 9 6 19 8 19 8 10 2 10 8 7 10 1 23 87 5 87 17 80 2 88 41 T 0 13 8 89 84 14 89 12 82 4 48 8 19 17 88 0 81 8 0 4 0 4 7 8 5 1 0 1 2 1 0 4 8 8 12 8 10 0 1 6' 8 9 1 8 0 0 } 8 18 8 10 1 t 4 11 2 13 1 10 1 1 5 7 41 176 21 888 18 08 80 180 51 149 24 1 824 11 80 67 158 Port Boston New York Philadelphia 1 Baltimore Norfolk f Jacksonville Tampa Mobile i New Orleans Houston Wilmington San Francisco Seattle i* 1 TOTALS GROUP 1 2 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 2 0 2 0 0 0 8 0 2 1 8 0 8 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 22 TOTAL Shipped CLASS 3 ALL A B 0 2 0 2 7 9 59 29 0 0 6 5 0 2 18 14 8 5 0 6 0 2 0 0 8 0 5 1 8 19 1 19 0 4 30 23 8 49 0 88 1 1 0 1 0 9 0 8 0 7 0 16 15 1 88 224 158 Registered On The Beach CLASS A CLASS B GROUP C ALL 1 2 8 ALL 0 4 1 16 13 2 97 51 129 26 206 9 0 11 2 26 82 4 84 18 2 65 39 8 10 2 0 19 22 1 7 1 0 5 0 0 6 12 1 3 5 1 41 9 8 40 . 29 2 57 21 4 68 10 99 94 17 0 51 8 71 7 6 1 19 12 1 0 17 7 28 48 8 0 28 0 3 82 23 88 1 420 142 445 09 1 050 GROUP 1 2 8 ALL 0 6 2 8 17 48 65 180 0 3 8 11 81 80 4 05 1 11 8 20 4 8 4 11 0 1 1 2 0 12 9 21 2 41 52 95 8 44 82 79 2 7 10 19 2 7 10 19 0 12 6 18 85 226 287 1 498 STEWARD DEPARTMENT Regisferetl CLASS A Pert Bos. • • • • • NY. • • •«• Pfafl I'M GROUP 1 t $ ALL 4 1 1 It i 10 39 4 0 6 11 0 10 1 1 f -r Bsla • • • • • Nov* •• • • 0 • •• • • YMA* •• • • Molka • • • • NO- • • • • • Hoii- • • • • Wll- a • • • • SY ••••••< II t • 11 37 33 4 J 7 4 7 1 0 0 56 31 83 I 182 4 23 T 13 t I Sea...... TOTALS Registered CLASS B 12 Shipped CLASS A GROUP GROUP 1 2 0 ALL 1-e 1 2 8 ALL 6 0 0 6 0 0 0 0 8 0 7 11 4 0 20 05 28 0 1 0 0 1 0 1 0 1 8 0 11 10 19 2 2 18 7 0 1 0 1 0 0 I 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 2 4 0 1 0 0 0 8 8 19 1 I 0 2 8 20 00 2 10 8 26 41 1 2 14 7 00 17 1 16 0 0 1 0 0 1 0 0 1 1 0 0 2 2 0 2 0 0 8 0 0 10 10 1 2 0 4 1 9 11 77 1 97 17 69 26 83 1 195 0 i Mpped CLASS B Shipped CLASS C GROUP 1 2 8 ALL 0 0 2 2 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 2 0 0 4 0 9 9 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 9 10 1 0 80 0 20 20 1 1 10 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 8 0 1 8 9 GROUP 1 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 1 0 2 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 4 2 87 1 93 8 TOTAL Shipped CLASS 8 ALL A B 0 0 0 2 9 55 9 0 2 5 1 2 0 19 0 0 11 7 9 9 8 1 • 0 2 0 0 1 0 - 0 19 0 10 0 41 26 5 8 80 20 7 0 1 0 0 3 1 5 1 1 4 9 1 45 1 52 195 93 C AT.T. 1-s 0 2 3 70 87 9 2 0 0 6 01 11 11 27 4 8 4 1 6 10 0 0 09 8 5 72 14 08 17 8 0 1 6 9 B 1 7 1 52 1 840' 115 Registered n The Beach CLASS A CLASS B GROUP 1 2 S ALL 2 6 4 15 69 45 81 282 9 6 10 00 70 28 11 26 16 7 8 2 0 8 2 0 9 3 4 3 00 7 8 12 19 ^ 58 lis 85 80 11 27 6 4 6 22 42 16 5 12 8 2 12 29 GROUP 12 0 AIJ. 0 0 1 1 01 8 11 42 11 0 2 9 47 0 8 89 0 8 11 14 0 2 2 4 0 0 0 0 15 2 2 10 80 0 2 72 09 0 8 29 8 2 11 16 ISO 12 0 0 84 40 41 208 845 1 711 36 SUMMARY Registered CLASS A DECK ENGINt STEWARD GRAND TOTALS Registered CLASS B SHiPPED CLASS A SHiPPED CLASS B SHiPPED CLASS C TOTAL SHiPPED Registered .On The Beach CLASS A CLASS B GROUP GROUP 1 2 3 ALL 1 2 8 ALL GROUP GROUP CLASS GROUP GROUP GROUP C ALL 123 ALL 12 8 ALL 1 3 ALL A 2 8 ALL 2 8 ALL 1 24 15 ^ 44 284 132 44 | 460 385 8 202 42 I 342 12 75 _88J 175 90 152 42 J84 11 52 69 I 132 41 176 "21 1 238 12 88 86 I 186 149 ill 224 11 80 67~| 158 1 22 15 I 38 224 158 38 | 420 142 3 45 I 52;i95 93 52 | 340 321 68 31 Sr I 182 9 11 "77"| 97 86 ' 26 83 195 4 2 87 I 93 4 10 49 75 1134 703 383 134 |i220 848 297 409 140 J 762 33 174 251 j 458 227 827 149 708 20 134 228 1 883 511 104 11000 445 69 | 650 129 261 I 711 1085 434 |2367 19. 194 313 I 520 35 226 237|498 36 41 2«B'| 845 N 461 81011369 �Oelober t. IHi By Al Tanner, Vice President and Fred Farnen, Secretory-Treasiirer. Great Lakes SEAFARERS LOO Face Sevea Senators CKe Necessity For Health Care Program WASHINGTON—Hospital care for the aged under social security was approved by the Senate because it believed there is an absolute need for the program, Senator Albert Gore (D-Tenn.) and Senator Clifford P. Case (R-NJ.) declared in interviews on Washington Re­ Lakes Shipping Looks Bright Shipping from the port of Alpena has been very good. The SS ports to the People, an AFL-^~ Jdiw W. Boardman, Huron Portiand Cement Co., has fit-out and CIO public service program lated hospital or nursing home prehensive, and less expensive" laid up once again. On the beach waiting for that certain-ship are heard on 700 radio stations. care. way of meeting their needs. Jehn Stevens and Ken Noiles. We hope the wait won't be too long, Both senators stressed that these Case answered the argument "We kept presenting to the Sen­ fellows. ate the cold facts, the pressing benefits would come "as a matter that the wealthy should not be Shipping has been very good In Buffalo for all ratings. It is hoped need," said Gore, who Introduced of right, not as a charity or wel­ covered by saying that all insur­ that it will continue this way for the duration of the season. The SIU the hospital care amendment. "By fare proposition." Gore said that ance systems are based on broad in this port has joined organized labor in the fight to get citizens of 1975 we will have 25 million peo­ the wealthy senior citizens can pay coverage with everyone paying his Buffalo out to register for the coming elections. You must be reg­ ple over 65. An overwhelming per­ for their own hospitalization and share. istered in order to vote. SIU members have been usitig handbills centage will have no significant other such costs, and that the very "We are not attempting to dis­ and sound trucks in this effort. income. We can't walk off and let poor can get such assistance under tinguish between those who have Al Richie quit the Philip Minch recently and announced plans- these old people die. the Kerr-Mills Act, but that the riches or are in poverty," he said. to retire. Jim Connors came by to see us while he was on vacation majority need "this dignified, com­ "I think this is a great social gain." "I think the social conscience of from the Mc Kee Sons. Other men waiting to ship out are Art the nation has been stirred. We Ferry, Donald Goff, John Burns, Leo Trocki and Ed Cook. Shipping in the past two-week period in Chicago has been extremely are the only highly developed na­ good. The Miiwankee Clipper laid up last week and five of that tion on earth that doesn't have crew registered in this port. We have already shipped two of these some progressive, enlightened sys­ tem for health care for the elderly. men on other jobs. Arthur Wentworth, also an OS off the Clipper and the Clipper's We are the" richest nation on earth; we can afford it. In fact, we can­ deck delegate, took a relief Job on the U. S. Gypsum this week. dispatching men oi all ratings in not afford to be withdut it." . The Senate added the hospital This is also his second whack at all departments with the exception BUFFALO—St. Lawrence Seaway officials plan to shut care provision as an amendment a self-unloader. The other men of second cooks. down the Welland Canal on December 15 this year to get an to the social security benefit im­ from the Clipper include a Louis Little, who is an oiler, couple of the wheelsmen. I doubt has been taking all relief jobs in provements bill passed by the early start on work to expand the congested facilities of the whether they will take any other his rating. A couple of days ago, House. The measure provides for waterway. Ship operators job but a wheelsman's: but with be took a permanent oiling job, a prepaid system of health insur­ have long regarded the canal this year's figure represented a ance through a tax of four-tenths the fall setting in, the belt may so there goes our old faithful. gain of more than 36 percent. as a major bottleneck, but tighten to where they will con­ The Overseas Joyce, a salt­ of 1 percent on payrolls, borne Welland Canal- cargo traffic sent to grab a plain old AB job. water vessel, paid off Monday, equally by employer and employee. this year traffic tie-ups worsened jumped to 30 million tons as con­ to the point where ships encoun­ Top news from the Chicago hall September 21, 1964, in the port Out of the trust fund thus set up, tered 60 hour delays while they trasted to 23.5 million tons at the is that our SIU cat had kittens. of Duluth. The only beef aboard any person past 65 may get stipu­ waited for clearance. end of August, 1963. Seaway rec­ It is unfortunate that slie is not this ship was no cold water for ords indicate that nearly 200 more In making their decision to close covered under the SIU Welfare 29 days which was submitted to ocean ships used the waterway the canal, Seaway Authority .offi­ Plan, but in any event she is well New York for clarification. Most during the first, five months than cials have no plans to extend -the cared for by the boys on the beach of the crew are heading back to in 1963. • The number of ocean shipping season beyond Dec. 15, and particularly our branch sec­ New Orleans. The crew was ex­ ships proceeding upbound was despite the fact that weather con­ retary, who brought the thing out ceptional on this ship. The trip ditions might permit continued 158 more than a year ago. of the cold this winter to keep was excellent; they were out about Traffic through the Montrealoperation. The expansion work on tlie mice in check. three months on the Persion Gulf Lake Ontario section of the Sea­ the single lock canal, which links On Friday, September-18, a ^un. The ship is loading general way almost reached 5 million tons Lake Erie with Lake Ontario in during August, an increase of 33 contract was signed between the cargo in Duluth and Chicago for the St. Lawrence system, will be­ percent over the same month in Cinch Manufacturing Company the Far East. WASHINGTON—America's post­ and UI"' Local 300 of the SIU at The City of Grand Rapids men will ring twice in a nation­ gin on Dec. 15 and continue until 1963. The August traffic total for the offices of the Company's is being leased-for use wiiile the wide tribute to Eleanor Roosevelt's March 31 when the waterway re­ the Welland Canal stood at 6 mil­ lawyers. The contract will run City of Green Bay is under­ 80th birthday on Oct. 11 and in opens. lion tons, which is a 20 percent Tonnage Up for three years. An election is going its annual U.S. Coast Guard support of the causes to which she rise over the figures for the month being conducted for Chief Shop inspection in the Manitowoc Ship­ devoted her life. Announcement of the canal's in 1963. Steward and 18 Department Shop yard. We will be putting the crew Seaway statistics also show that A "mailmen's march" of 175,- closing came simultaneously with Stewards for the Cinch plant. The on the City of Grand Rapids 000 letter carriers on Oct. 9 and 10 the latest traffic report of the Sea­ cargoes moving upbound through results will not be known until beginning October 3 and 4. The will deliver to 25 million Ameri­ way. Seaway officials report that the Welland waterway rose by 33 this coming Friday. September 25. City of Green Briy will go can homes an appeal in behalf of 29 percent more tonnage moved percent,' while downbound ton­ Your Chicago agent has attended into the shipyard on October 5, the foundation bearing her name. through the canal in the first five nage increased by 28 percent. several meetings with Cinch man­ and will keep the six senior men Participating will be the AFL-CIO months of 1964, compared to the Traffic totals for the Montrealagement and Local 300 officials. in the deck department as well as similar period last year. Lake Ontario section indicate that Letter Carriers, who helped form­ The meetings were successful, and the other departments. upbound cargoes were up by 28 Almost 24 million tons of cargo ulate the special project. the company has promised full co­ The disputed overtime for the passed through the seaway in the percent, and downbound by 44 Announcement of the unique period covered by the report. In percent. operation with Local 300 of the Ann Arbor No. 7 regarding the UIW. excessive coal spillage when the commemoration was made by the same five month period in Iron ore cargoes rose to over It Is without question that all coal dock was broken down wiJl Adlai Stevenson, U.S. Ambassador 1963, also a record year, 18 mil­ 9 million tons in Montreal-Lake local and Illinois central bodies be paid. The men who were in­ to the United Nations and chair­ lion tons were carried through the Ontario area, while wheat traffic are endorsing Johnson for re­ volved should have this on their man of tlie Eleanor Roosevelt five-month period. In other words. hit a total of 7 million tons. election. It is expected that the pay period ending September 30, Memorial Foundation. coming port council meeting of 1964. Letter Carriers President Je­ tile MTD (which will be held this Richard OPikley, while waiting rome Keating stated that the Friday) will also follow the trend for a ship, gave the floor of the "march" was a voluntary tribute and endorse l^resident Johnson. hall a lot of attention—morning, to Mrs. Roosevelt by the nation's October 5th in Peoria, Illinois, waxing and in so-me areas, reseat­ postmen, made in a resolution the convention of the Illinois State ing. The floor looks much nicer passed unanimously in the union's Federation will begin. Your and we all thank Richard. Frank convention in August. Chicago agent has been designated Brooks stops by nearly every Pledge Help to attend this convention. morning to check on what is go­ •The resolution pledged "all pos­ With the biggest part of the ing on. sible support ^ this one-time cam­ season over the hump and beading The Ann Arbor carferries are paign" and called upon union down the home stretch, shipping on a fall schedule now and this members to give their assistance in Cleveland is still going at a would be a good time, if you to the objectives of Mrs. Roosevelt, terrific pace in this port. One day haven't had your vacation, to see "a great humanitarian 'and a gal­ the registrations boArd has quite the beautiful coloring Autumn has lant lady." ai few cards on it, and the next brought to Michigan. The postmen will deliver en­ day it is clear; and there doesn't Shipping in Detroit remains velopes inscribed "Your mailman seem to be an end in sight. steady; however, the permanent Haven't even got, one of the regu­ jobs are few due to the lay-up rings in memory of Eleanor Roose­ lars around, they are all out to season approaching. We did ship velt," and containing an appeal tor support to the foundation's get their stake before that snow almost a full crew to the SlUprogram of cancer research, world starts to fly. One of the regulars. contracted Overseas Joyce peace, human rights and under­ Red Boul?aiger, is off the David­ which recently paid off in Duluth. son on sick leave and is itching Old-timers shipped aboard the privileged children. Further tribute will be paid to to go back as soon as he can get Joyce were I.-'o Tierney, Bill the OK from the doctor. Doyle, Scotty Borlriud and Bill the former first lady in dinners to Congratulations wera in order all around, when S. P. Quite a few of the'ships that and Eriin Olson—to hame a few. be held throughout the nation dur­ ing the week of her birthday. have been coming into this port The Overseas Joyce will -McGinty, director of the SIU Railway Marine Region, pre­ In Washington, D.C., the com­ regularly are now on the grain run make ports in Korea and Japan. sented their first pension checks to rail tug veterans l^ilz The Maiden Creek, Water­ memorative dinner will also serve to Buffalo, but the old reliable Samot (I) and Waiter E. Norrfs (r). Samot sailed as a mate sandboats keep coniing in and man Steamship Company, is ex­ to honor, among others, AFL-CIO on New York Central tugs since 1926. Norris, who held out. pected to pay off here in Detroit, President George Meany and Vice every rating on a tug, began his career with the Pennsylvania Shipping has been very good in and we will probably clean out- President Joseph D. Keenan, both back in 1918. resident trustees of the foundation. the port of Duluth. We have been the hall on this one. Expansion Slated For Welland Canal Mailmen To March For Mrs. F. D.R. Congratulations All Around �Pa«e Eifht SEAF ARERS LOG October t. UM Senate Approves Survey Of U.S. Fishing Industry WASHINGTON—The U.S. Senate has given unanimous approval to a resolution calling for a thorough survey of methods utilized by the American fishing industry, its markets, and its future prospects. The resolution, sponsored by Senator Warren Magnuson (D.-Wash.) is currently awaiting action ^ picturing the declining U. S. fish­ ported from abroad. The fact that by the House. ing industry. The Washington Sen­ these fish have been caught in Magnuson began pushing ator based his support on a report By E. B. McAuley, Wesf Coast Representative Bay Area Labor Backs Johnson On the Bay area political front, the San Francisco Labor Council la going all out for the Johnson-Humphrey ticket. The feeling here Is that all of labor must get out in opposition to Goldwater, who is classed as the number one anti-labor man of the country. He is not only antilabor, but anti-medical care for the aged, anti-civil rights and, in fact, for legislative support for the in­ that every second fish ending up waters, which were under tradl anti all the progressive and helpful laws ever submitted in Congress. vestigation after studying the facts on American dinner tables is im- tional control of American fisher­ The only thing he is not anti is anti-Goldwater, and folks here are men, was also seen as an ominous wondering after some of his 'I am the savior' type speeches how the country ever managed to survive without^him. But we have, and we'll indication of the future. The fish caught by the foreign manage to do so in the future without his help. Meanwhile, Senate candidate Pierre Salinger has been hitting the trawler fleets are processed and Republicans with both barrels. Salinger has been endorsed by the packed by labor from their own S.F. Labor Council, as has Philip Burton (5th district) and Thomas P. countries, and then shipped to the O'TooIe (6th district), who are running for Congress. Burton, who won United States where it is sold for a special election last February to fill out the unexpired terms of a American dollars. Thus, the inva­ friend of labor, John F. Shelley, who became San Francisco's mayor, is MILWAUKEE—"Peter T, Schoemann Day in Wisconsin" sion of the American fish market now seeking his first full term in the House. by foreign fleets is also proving Of special interest to California voters are the 17 propositions which was officially proclaimed by Governor John W. Reynolds in harmful to the U. S. balance of will apepar on the ballot. The Labor Council urges a yes vote on all a resolution praising the Milwaukee-born president of the payments position. execpt 14, 16 and 17. Proposition'14, probably the most bitterly fought Plumbers & Pipe Fitters, Senator Magnuson emphasized over, would kill California's fair4^ The recognition by the gov­ training. Its success in this area that a top-tp-bottom survey of the housing law and bring back the ed to be coming along nicely at ernor was but one of a long is due, the AFL-CIO president American fishing industry was spectre of racial discrimination in the USPHS hospital. series of honors and tributes paid said, to the dedication of Schoe long overdue. He claimed that such that field. Labor groups, as well as Seattle has had just two pay­ Schoemann at a testimonial dinner mann in constantly seeking to up an investigation in addition to an church, civil rights and civic here marking his 50th year as a grade and improve all aspects of international conference on fisher­ groups are united in their oppo­ offs in the last period, the An­ the craft. Meany referred to the ies would go a long way toward sition to the proposition, which is chorage and the Morning Light. member of the union. Heading the list of speakers was annual plumbers' apprenticeship showing how to improve our own being pushed for by real estate There are no more payoffs sched­ uled in the near future, and the AFL-CIO Pres. George Meany, programs at Purdue University and industry's position. He said the interests. shipping outlook is slow. himself a member of the Plumbers pointed out that the union "spends answers his proposed survey was The shipping picture in San Oldtimer Wallace "Mad Bear" and longtime friend and associate more on its apprenticeship train­ hunting are important "whether Fanrcisco has been fair for the ing programs than the U.S. gov we view this problem from a stand­ past several weeks. The Cathy Anderson is on the beach, and do­ of Schoemann. point of our national propriety, paid off and is also included in ing a bang up job in trying to Other speakers were Gov. Rey­ ernment does in the field." Meany drew a standing ovation pocketbook, or only pride." nolds, U.S. Senators William Proxthe sign-on list with the Antinous secure fishing rights for the In­ mire and Gaylord Nelson, Rep. when he concluded by describing The knowledge that the Soviet and the Morning Light. In transit dians. Fred Sullins is also on the beach Clement Zablocki (D-Wis.), Mil­ Schoemann as "a fine Individual Union's commercial fishing fleet ships were the Elizabethport, waukee County Executive John a fine trade unionist and prima­ is about the same size as that of Marymar and Sea Pioneer. Due presently. He's looking for the the U. S., but that its total catch to pay off are the Choctaw and the first steward's job on the board. Doyne, and Milwaukee Mayor rily a fine American." Wilmington has been slow over is higher, is also another cause for Northwestern Victory. In transits Henry W. Maier. More than 1.000 of Schoemann's alarm, according to Magnuson. due are the Steel Traveler, Los the last period. The Elizabethfriends jammed all available halls Along with a high rate of decline Angeles, Young America, Fairport port, St. Lawrence, Penmar and of the Schroeder Hotel to partici­ in the number of Americans em­ and the Ocean Dinny. The outlook Choctaw passed in transit. The pate. Those who could not get into ployed as fishermen and an ac­ is expected to remain fair in th» outlook for the coming period is good with, the Sea Pioneer ex­ the main ballroom saw the pro­ companying drop in the number of coming weeks. gram via huge closed-circuit tele­ U. S. fishing vessels, observers D. S. Cogging, who sails as a pected to pay off and sign on. vision screens. have found that there has been no fireman-water tender, just piled Another six ships are due to arrive Toastmaster George Haberman, change in gear and fishing meth­ off the Longview Victory. He'll in transit. Malcolm Woods, a 20-year mem­ president of the Wisconsin State ods. The only exception to this ship again as soon as he gets out ber of the union who ships in the AFL-CIO, read congratulatory tele­ trend is the tuna industry where of drydock. deck department as an AB, has grams from President Johnson and WASHINGTON—The Maritime employment has remained steady D. N. Boutell, pumpman, just been on the beach for the last few Vice Presidential Candidate Sen. Administration has begun think­ since 1950. got off the Sea Pjo/ieer in Hubert Humphrey. ing about a "sound economic Another danger sign in the fish­ Stockton. Calvin Wilson, former months because of a leg injury. He hopes the doctor will give him an Lauded by Meany program" that would help the ing industry's future is that U. S. Meany praised Schoemann for dry bulk carriers of the nation's vessels are being withdrawn be­ bosun on the Wild Ranger, is back FFD slip within a month. Boh Hunt, who was chief stew­ his "countless services to his fellow merchant fleet through construc­ cause of age or obsolence at a fast­ in the hospital for some more skin grafts. He says hello to all his ard on the Orion Planet for more man" and hailed his stewardship tion subsidies. er rate than they are being re­ mates. than a year, is spending some vaca­ of the plumbers' union, declaring The news was brought out in placed. Richard Welsch, who sails in tion time on the beach before ship­ that no other labor organization the contents of letters sent by the engine department, is report­ ping again. approaches it in its apprenticeship the MA to foiur dry bulk carriers who had applied for such subsi­ dies for the construction of nine new vessels. Three of the four companies— Overseas Transportation, Hudson Waterways and Penn Steam.ship —are manned by SIU members. Overseas wants to build two 3040,000 ton ships, Penn Steamship NEW ORLEANS—The still uncompleted but passable three 24,640 dwt ships and Hud­ son Waterways two 60,800 dwt dry Mississippi-Gulf channel, which now provides a long awaited NEW YORK—For the third year bulk carriers. The fourth com­ second sea approach to this port, has already come under fire in a row,-SlU-contracted Sea-Land pany, Jackson Agents, Inc., wants from some shippers. Service has been awarded the Pub­ to order two 33,000 ton combina­ The charge is that the 33 feet of water. Only four of the lic Health Service Citation for tion bulk-oil carriers. All the new reported any bottom touch­ Fleet Sanitation. bulk carriers would be used in channel is hazardous because vessels The award is given in recogni­ the overseas tramp trade. it has not been dredged deeply ing or dragging. The four.,incidents appear to be tion of efforts by water carriers The letters to the comipanies enough in spots. It was leveled by and crewmen to bring their ships from the MA said the agency's the Hellenic Lines, which claimed minor, Bowen reported, and from depth shown by the recent sur­ to a score of "excellent" when it staff has been "engaged for some­ that one of its ships, loaded to 25 the vey, they apparently consisted of comes to shipboard housekeeping. time in developing for the Mari­ feet, had bumped the bottom. The vessels running through the soft The PHS sanitation surveys cover time Subsidy Board's considera­ company said it would no longer ooze that is found in recently 166 separate items, water systems, tion and review an overall pol­ use the waterway because of the dredged areas. But work goes on, food service, waste disposal and icy recomn>endatlon In regard to incident. officials claim, to make the chan­ rat proofing being among the most subsidy for dry bulk carriers." The charge prompted the New nel as trouble-free as possible. important. "The Maritime Administration," Orleans Dock Board to run a fa­ With the channel, New Orleans The honor was presented by of­ the companies were told, "is en­ thometer test of the new channel. is making a major bid to pick up ficials of Jhe PHS to Captain Roy deavoring to find ways and means The results of the test were an­ more commerce. The port already Taking in the sights on her F. Whitmire, Sea-Land general of establishing a sound economic nounced' by Colonel Thomas J. ranks second. Just behind New first visit to h{ew York manager of marine operations, and progaam which, with the com­ Bowen, District Engineer for the York, in total cargo handled. The headquarters, lleen MoreKenneth G. Younger, vice-presi­ bined efforts of government, labor Army Engineers. Bowen said that channel is expected to improve dent of the company. ira, four-year-old daughter and industry, will result in a lar­ 67.8 miles of the 75 mile channel New Orleans' position greatly and The awards program was first ger, more productive and com­ have been completed to a depth of close the fonnage gap with New of Seafarer Juan Moreira, established in 1962 to promote petitive bulk carrier fleet." 31 feet, with the rest due for com­ York and other Mississippi River poses with her father for good sanitation on vessels. The pletion in 1965. The letters warned, however, ports. the LOG photographer. World Health Organization of the that even if a dry bulk construc­ Since the link-which cdts almost At the completion of the water­ Moreira, who lives in Man­ UN, following the PHS lead, is tion subsidy could be fashioned, 50 miles off the old all-Mississippi way and a new IG-berth pier for hattan, sails in the engine planning to begin presenting a it would "be dependent on the route—was opened in July, 1963, seagoing ships, there is expected department and has been similar honor to .world shipping authorization of an adequate 260 ships have used it, including to be a need for a third access budget" organizations. an SIU member since 1961. 60 to 70 that drew between 25 and route to the sea. Wisconsin Honors Piumbers President MA Considers Subsidies For Bulk Carriers First Visit Sea-Land Cited For Sanitation Gulf Operators Charge Channel Still Hazardous �t, 1^^ SEAFARERS Annual Report for the Fiscal Year Ended March 31, 1964 Great Lakes Tug & Dredge Pension Fund 17 Battery Place, New York 4, N. Y. To the Superintendent of Insurance of the State of New York ^otes: (1) All data in the Annual Report is to be copied from the Annual State­ ment. Where a copy of U.S. Department of Labor Form D-2, has been filed in lieu of pages 6 to 14 of the New York Annual Statement, the Summary Statement of Assets and Liabilities (Exhibit B-1) and the Summary Statement of Receipts and Disbursements (Exhibit B-2) of Form D-2 may be substituted for Pages 2 and 3 herein. (2) The Annual Report is required to be filed, in duplicate, not later than Address replies to New York State Insurance Department, 123 William Street, New York 38, New York. (3) The data contained herein is for the purpose of providing general informa-tion as to the condition and affairs of the fund. The presentation is necessarily abbreviated. For a more comprehensive treatment, refer to the. Annual Statement, copies of which may be inspected at the office of the fund, or at the New York State Insurance Department, 123 William St., N.Y. 38, N.Y, $ 19,956.28 216,562.60 236,518.86 67.61 67.61 155.79 497,312.27 —0— —0_ 16,840.64 1,158.00 1,158:60 19,810.10 12. Excess (deficiency) of receipts over dijtbursements (line 6, less line 11) 214,198.00 GREAT LAKES TUG & DREDGE PENSION PLAN ATTACHMENT TO THE ANNUAL REPORT FORM D-2 YEAR ENDED MARCH 31, 1964 Page 1 — Item 1 Great Lakes Tug & Dredge Pension Plan is identified with the Great Lakes Tug & Dredge Region Inland Boatmen's Union, Seafarers International Union, Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District, AFL-CIO and various signatory employers operating the Great Lakes Area. Part III —Item 12 Valuation Certificate Attached Exhibit B-1 Statement of Unrecorded Assets and Liabilities Assets Liabilities Interest Receivable $ 4,165.07 Contributions Receivable 13,734.54 Accrued Expenses $733.23 $17,899.61 497,312.27 497,468.06 > Indicate accounting basis by check; Cash • Accrual •. Plans on a cash basis should attach a statement of significant unrecorded assets and liabilities. SEE ATTACHMENT. •The assets listed in this statement must be valued in column (1) on the basis regularly .used in valuing Investments held in the fund and reported to the U.S. Treasury Department, or shall be valued at their aggregate cost or present value, whichever is lower, if such a statement is not so required to be Bled with the U.S. Treasury Department (Act. sec. 7 (e) and (f) (1) (B). State basis of determining the amount at which securities are carried and shown In column (1): Bonds, stocks and U.S. Treas. BiUs-at cost. • If A (s) In Item 13, PART III is checked "Yes," show in this column the cost or present value, whichever is lower, of investments summarized in lines 2c, 3a, and 3b, if such value differs from that reported in column (1). EXHIBIT B-2 SUMMARY STATEMENT OF RECEIPTS AND DISBURSEMENTS Receipts 1. Contributions (a) Employer, See Attachment (b) Employees . (c) Others (Specify) ... 2. Interest, dividends, and other investment 377.31 469.99 3,631.13 487,371.95 Liabilities and Funds 18. Total liabilities and funds 6,769.72 5,592.49 Reconciliation of Fund Balances Insurance and annuity premiums payable Reserve for unpaid claims (not covered by insurance).... Accounts payable •. Payrolls, taxes withheld (d) Total funds and reserves 1,811.46 13. Fund balance at beginning of year - —0— 14. Excess (deficiency) of receipts over disbursements (line 12) 214,198.00 15. Other increases or decreases in funds (a) Reserve for future benefits and expenses (214,180.91) (b) Adjustment in Bond Carrying Value —0— from amortized costs to cost (17.09) (214,198.00) $497,463.06 16. Total liabilities 17. Funds and reserves (a) Reserve for future benefits and expenses (b) (c) Disbursements 7. Insurance and annuity premiums paid to insurance com­ panies for participants benefits . 8. Benefits provided other than through insurance carriers or other service organizations 9. Administrative expenses ' (a) Salaries (Schedule 1)~ (b) Fees and commissions (c) Interest (d) Taxes (e) Rent ^ (f) Other administrative expenses 16. Fund balance end of year 11. Total assets 12. 13. 14. 15. $234,008.10 6. Total lines 1 to 5, Inclusive 11. Total lines 7 to 10, inclusive $ 10,023.50 41,897.93 206,972.03 —0— ;—0— —0— ;. 1,983.08 15,066.73 1,216.75 net income 3. Gain (or loss) from disposal of assets, net 4. Dividends and experience rating refunds from insurance companies 5. Other receipts 10. Other disbursements (a)-Trustees' Meetings Expense (b) EXHIBIT B-1 SUMMARY STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES Assets 1. Cash 2. Bonds and debentures (a) Government obligations (b) Nongovernment bonds (c) Total bonds and debentures 3. Stocks (a) Preferred (b) Common ; 4. Common trusts , *. 5. Real estate .loans and mortgages 6. Operated real estate 7. Other investment assets, U.S. Treas. bills .; 8. Accrued income receivable on investments 9. Prepaid expenses 10. Other assets (a) Accrued interest paid on bonds purchased (b) Tin* mat LOG $733.23 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE GREAT LAKES TUG & DREDGE PENSION FUND STATE OF New York SS, COUNTY OF New York. and "Trustees of the Fund and being duly sworn, each for himself deposes and says that this Annual Report ia true to the best of his information, knowledge and belief. JJmployer trustee: s/Irving Saunders Employee trustee: s/Robert Affleck $127,663.04 89,061.58 Subscribed and sworn to before me this 11th day of August, 1964. g / John /. Raguseo JOHN J. RAGUSEO ! Notary Public, State of New York No. 30-8482865 Qualified in Nassau ^ County Cert, filled in Nassau Co. St N.Y. Co. Commission Expires March 30, 1966 Anti-Runaway Plan Proposed By SlU (Continued from page 3) ministration has refused to assist in the building of an American-flag bulk-carrying fleet, although con­ struction subsidy aid .for this vital segment of tho American fleet is available under the law. The SIU attacked two major contentions of the American runaway operators and said that examina­ tion of these contentions showed them to be myths manufactured by the operators in order to perpetrate a hoax upon the American press, the American Gov­ ernment and the American people, and justify their accumulation of astronomical profits. The SIU said that the first myth was the rtiyth of "effective control" which holds that these runaway vessels will be available to the United States in time of war or national emergency; The SIU pointed to the fact that runaways had been active, in the carriage of Russian oil cargoes during the Cuban crisis of 1960, despite the displeasure of our Government. It further pointed out that the Honduran Government had been overthrown by its armed forces in October of 1963 and that the U.S.. had'suspended diplomatic contacts and removed Government personnel from that country. In January of 1964, the SIU also noted, Panama had broken off diplomatic relations with the United States. The SIU said the second myth that the runaways could not affoi-d to operate under the American flag because of the "high" wages of American seamen. The SIU asserted that American seamen's wages were comparatively low by American shoreside standards and charged that the runaway operators were exploit­ ing foreign seamen by paying them from one-third to one-fifth of American wages. The SIU noted that the runaway operators do not pay taxes either to the United States or to the coun­ try of their registry and asserted that they contribute nothing to the economy of either nation. '-The runaway operator," the SIU asserted, "is a predatory parasite, roaming, the seas in search of profligate profits, meanwhile preying upon the more poorly paid peoples of other lands in the worst tra"4ition» of old-fashioned dollar Imperialism and eco-i, nomic colonialism." The SIU noted that the American oil companies, which operate the largest fleets of runaway-flag ships, are amassing huge profits. It pointed out that Stand­ ard Oil of New Jersey and its foreign affiliates, which operate the largest fleet of tankers under runaway and other foreign flags, during the first six months of 1964 liad record earnings of. $537 million. The SIU further noted that another American runaway operator, Daniel K. Ludwig, who operates some 43 tankers and freighters under the Liberian flag, was reputed to be worth between a quarter and a half billion dollars, and that last year Ludwig had expended $100 million, as a personal investment, for a 15 percent interest in the Union Oil Company of California, the second largest oil producer on the Pacific Coast. "In view of figures like these, it is hard for us to accept with a straight face the operators' contention that they cannot compete in international trade be­ cause of 'high' American wages," the SIU said. "The runaway operators have written a script .worthy of tha best production efforts of Mack Sennett." �Page Ten SEAFARERS Oetebcr t, MM lOG AFL-CIO Attacks Goldwater Policies Vice-President, Contracts, & Bill HoU, Headquarters Rep. Repatriation Provision Discussed WASHINGTON—"The dangerous economics" of GOP Presidential candidate Barry Goldwater "could rip the fabric of the nation's economic strength, lead to mass imemployment and endanger America's lead­ Goldwater's economic philosophy, ership in the struggle for the article continues, would curtail peace and freedom," the the role of the trade unions and Here is another selection of questions about beefs sent in fr<Hn SIU members. The first concerns the question of replacements and re­ patriation. Question: In cases where men are replaced after the original articles AFL-CIO declared last month in "America would be pushed back have been signed, must the decision and the amount of transportation an article in the federation's toward the days when employers paid depend upon circumstances under which the replaced seamen monthly magazine. The American fired whomever they wished and Federationist. dictated wage increases or wage' have been repatriated? Titled "The Dangerous Econom­ cuts without the check of strong Although the Persian Gulf has not been mentioned as a possible port of payoff it must be given serious consideration. The previous ics of Barry Goldwater," the sena­ trade unions or effective collective articles expired, and the replacements were flown to join the ship tor's economic philosophy was as­ bargaining." sailed as "an attempt to return to Gone Are The, Days there. a mythical yesteryear that no "In its early days when America Answer: No. The time aboard the ship would not be a factor as to longer exists." was essentially a nation of farmers the amount or type of transportation he would receive, regardless of The article, prepared by the and small local businesses, it could what port he was flown to in order to join the ship. His transportation AFL-CIO Department of Research, have tolerated the economic philos­ would be governed as to his original port of engagement when he was asserts that if the economic views ophy of Senator Goldwater," the flown from the U.S. of the GOP candidate were to pre­ article declares. "But as this coun­ Reference: Standard Tanker Agreement, Article II, Section 14— vail there would be fewer govern­ try has become industrialized and Repatriation, Upkeep and Transportation, sub-section (a), second para­ graph: "If repatriated on a vessel of the company, he shall be signed ment programs when more are powerful and nationwide corpora­ needed to meet the challenge of tions have emerged, the vast ma­ on as a non-working work-away. > automation and the nation's pub­ jority of the people are now living If repatriated on a vessel of an­ of another company, he shall be other company, he shall be given given the cash difference between lic service needs. Unemployment in urban areas and are dependent compensation would be restricted, on paychecks. The responsibility not less than second class passage. the passage afforded and second In the event he is given less than class passage. The seaman shall the social security system "under­ of the national government to second class passage on a vessel have the option of accepting re­ mined" and there would be no hos­ foster stable economic growth and pital care for the aged under social protect the general welfare is now patriation by plane if such trans­ security. imperative." portation is offered. Repatriation under this section shall be back to the Port of Engagement." Watch breaking at anchor and Robin Lines has notified the before quarantine is brought up SIU Contract Department that in the following query from a it is holding unclaimed wages member. for the period February 1, Question: (Breaking Watches.) 1964 thru July 31, 1964 for "We arrived here in Trinidad to By Lindsey Williams, Vice-President, Gulf Area Seafarers who may collecting load cargo around 10:30 PM, 5/15. We anchored to await the pilot. them by contacting the com­ The ship shifted from the anchor­ pany treasurer at 2 Broadway, Martime labor in New Orleans is solidly united on two major cur­ age when the pilot came and upon New York. The Seafarers due rent national issues: support of the International Longshoremen's anchoring at the inner anchorage unclaimed wages are: Association in its negotiations with the New Orleans- Steamship Asso­ the mate broke watch. The vessel •W. P. Connery, $100: W. did not pass quarantine until the ciation and endorsement of Lyndon B. Johnson for President and Przlomski, $212.50; David J. morning of 5/16. This is also our Hubert H. Humphrey for Vice President of the United States. Burke, $2.79; Julius B. SchutThe Maritime Council of Greater New Orleans and Vicinity, MTD loading berth." le, $843.39; Gladstone Ford, of the AFL-CIO, which represents more than 50.000 members of 35 Answer: Watches were properly $304.90; John Howard Jr., broken. Since the place where you affiliated unions voted all-out support for the ILA in a recent meeting $1.47; S. S. Silverstein, $1.40; here. The ILA is trying to get a decent agreement from the steamship anchored is also your loading association. Elmer E. Lamb, $277.65; Rich­ berth, watches should have been ard J. Ryan, .$292.28; George At the meeting, the SIU delegation introduced a strongly-worded broken at the inner anchorage. F. Holland, $8.04; Elbert R. motion which committed the affiliated unions to "all-out financial and Solomon, $109.13; Joseph S. Reference: Article II, Section moral support of local unions of the ILA in their efforts to win a decent 34(a) and (b) "COMMENCEMENT and honorable collective bargaining agreement with the New Orleans Smith, $37.97; George L. Hand, $499,91; Robert H. Price, OF PORT TIME, (a) From tbe Steamship Association and to assure the officers and members of the $91.53; Gene C. Gunther, .time a vessel is properly secured ILA of our continued all-out support regardless of the outcome of their $39.62; Preston Ayers, $25.01; . to a dock, buoy or dolphins for the negotiations." purpose of loading and/or dis­ Joseph A. Gomez, $85.65; Otto The council also unanimously expressed its support of the Democratic charging cargo, ballast or stores; R. Mellin, $1.88; Jay W. Sav­ fumigation, lay-up; awaiting ticket in the upcoming elections, including Louisiana Congressmen Hale age, $2.79; Marcilo La Borte, orders or berth, except when a Boggs and Jimmy Morrison, who have Republican opposition in their $174.52. bids for re-election. In a state-4^ — ve.ssel is moored or anchored in or ment published in New Orleans Texas City Refining, Inc., outside the Port of San Pedro for daily newspapers, the MTD Coun­ Mariner because of illness in his Texas City, has notified the the purpose of takipg on bunkers, SIU that it is holding back cil called for support of the Demo­ family in Mobile. He Is registered (b) From the time the vessel is In the steward department and wages for the following Sea­ properly moored or anchored for cratic party in the interest of will be ready to sail again as soon farers, who may collect them the purpose of loading and/or dis­ world peace, expanded world trade as things get straightened out at by contacting the company and and continued domestic pros­ charging cargo, ballast, passengers, perity. home. Eddie L. Walker is about giving them a signed request, or mail; undergoing repairs; recovered from an accident on the social security and Z card After spending a few weeks' taking on fuel, water or stores; numbers and instructions re­ vacation with his family in North Oc:eanic Wave' which resulted in fumigation, lay-up; awaiting Carolina, garding payment. Robert Long hit the the loss of two finger joints, and orders or berth. William S. Allen, Charles beach in Houston and was ready is ready to sail again in a chief Entering tanks for cleaning or to ship on the first chief stew­ electrician's job. Vincent Cuomo, Robert H. maintenance is the subject of the ard's job to hit the board. He said A. W. Saxon is ready to go after Frazer, Edward Johnson, Pauli last question. C. Johnson, Franklin D. Ken­ to say "Hello" to the "fine crew visiting his family in Mobile. He Question: "Does entering tanks of the Del Mar" which was his last shipped on the Alcoa Runner nedy, Donald E. Mackey. and is looking for a deck depart­ that have contained latex, for the last ship. The union has received from ment job. Among the men we saw purpose of removing plugs from Among the oldtimers that at­ tlie American Embassy in at the Mobile membership meet­ the port and starboard tanks fall tended the last monthly member­ Saigon allotment checks for ing was George McCurley, who re­ under Article III, Section 32(.b). ship meeting was "Trader" Horn ti)e following former crewAnswer: Yes, since latex is a who we used to see a lot of around cently married and lives in Port members of the Anji. Seafar­ vegetable and when members of New Orleans. Ruby de Boussiere Arthur. He's looking for a coast­ ers who served on the Anji the crew are required to enter is registered in Houston and look­ wise tanker, but says he is allergic may collect the checks by con­ to grain dust which makes things tanks that have contained, animal, ing for a third cook's job on any­ tacting their port agent. difficult as we have a large vol­ vegetable, petroleum oil, or creo­ thing going to Japan. He recently ume of grain cargoes in the Gulf. •Clarence -E. Anderson, Si paid of the Transindia. Roy E. sotes including bunkers or mo­ gurd Gronli, Vernon M. John­ Curtis, who paid off the Globe Also on hand for the meeting were lasses, this .section is applicable. ston, William James McNelly, Autrey Johnson and Kenny Lewis. Reference: Standard Freightshipi Explorer a few weeks afeo,- has Herman Miller, Calvin T. A couple of real oldtimers in Agreement, Article III, Section! been in and out of the USPHS the steward department on the Price, Vance A. Reid, Calvin hospital here and is presently 32(b)—TANK CLEANING. "When Jones Sivels, Roy Raymond waiting for his fit-for-duty slip. beach in New Orleans are Scotty Thomas, Miguel A. Viera, Gil-. members ef the crew are required Jimmy Fernandez, who has been McDiarmid and Richard "Salty" to enter tanks that have contained bert M. Wright, Johnnie D. .sailing out of .the Gulf for more Martinez. Also, Bob Creel who has animal, vegetable, petroleum oil, than 15 years dropped by The been vacationing with his family Green, Bernard C. Jordan, or creosotes including bunkers or Houston Hall recently. Vernon is back in the hall looking for an Harrln Macip, James W. Mc­ molas.ses, including use of Butter- Barfield, who has been shipping electricians job. Oldtimer Chad Donald, George Fazenos, John worth System for the purpose of out of Gulf ports for about 20 Gait recently checked through the E. Ross, Thomas D. Spangler, years, recently got off the Alcoa hall before leaving on vacation. (Continued on page 17) and Sopioklia J. Tzertzakis. New Orleans MTD Supports ILA QUESTION: When you're overseas, do you eat ashore? If so, what type of food do you prefer? • George Chea: Sometimes I do. I am especially fond of the fish in Rotterdam. Of course I'm fond of fish in general, although I do not care for shellfish. Most of the world has a different way of preparing fish, especially around the large ports, so I have no trouble finding good spots to eat. 4" 4" John Tallarlco: Yes, I eat ashore as much as possible. I'm a steward and I find it very relaxing to have someone serve me for a change. My favorite food is Italian; but I am also very fond of the high­ ly spiced foods of India. Curry is quite a favorite of mine. 4 4 4 John Patino: Yes, I eat ashore. Why not ? L think the best foreign dish comes from Japan. Sukiyakl is a real lipsmacking dfsh, and besides, you can watch it pre­ pared. I guesa that t e m p u r a shrimp prepared the Japanese way is my second favorite dish. 4 4 4 Julio Valentino: No, I always eat aboard the ship. Why should I go around spending my own money for food when the company and the SIU steward de­ partment p r 0vides all the food can eat, and better food than I can find In any foreign port? There is no reason to eat ashore. 4 4 4 Gordon Owen: Yes. I think the best dish I have ever eaten in a foreign country was. in Beirut, Lebanon. On a re­ cent trip I had Shiskabob, cook­ ed the way the Arabs cook it and it was delicious. Of course there is always the Asian countries for food. I eat a lot of eggroll there. 4 4 4 Gene Iverson: Sometimes, I eat ashore. I guess it depends mostly on where I am; but I always eat ashore in Eu­ rope. My favor­ ite food is Ger­ man. I go strong for those German foods like Wienerschnitzel and Sauerbraten. Of course there is always Bratwurst to go along' with good German beer. �OttelMT 2. laM SEAFARERS LOG OU Hat i AMERICA IS OFFERED IMPORTANT CHOICE—President Lyn­ don B. Johnson has warned the American public that the American way of life is under attack and said that "those who love it must go forth now to save it." Speaking to several Union conventions by both personal appearance and closed-circuit television, Johnson said that "Americans are faced with a concerted bid for power by factions which oppose all that both parties have supported. It is a choice between the center and the fringe—between the responsible main­ stream of American experience and the reckless and rejected extremes." He told the unionists that America is entering a new era of great­ ness because this country is comprised of~men of vision instead of frightened "cry-babies; because you know it takes a man who loves his country to build a house instead of a raving, ranting den»agogue who wants to tear down one." He later warned the Electrical, Radio & Machine Workers that Americans are not faced with a choice of parties in the next election but- between factions which would not provide for the general welfare of the individual and the country, and the mainstream of the American way of life. i t MEDICARE SUPPORT URGED — AFL-CIO President George Meany has asked members of the House and Senate joint conference to agree on a "long overdue" program of Social Security hospital care for the aged. He told the members of the conference that they have in their hands "the future well-being of millions of their fellow citizens." The 12 members of the joint committee have the task of reconciling a House-passed bill raising cash benefits under Social S^iurity with a Senate-adopted amendment adding the labor-backed and Administration-sanctioned hospital and nursing home program. Meany expressed hope that the conferees "will be able to come up with a "realistic, humanitarian and effective" proposal to insure the hospital costs of the aged citizens of this country in a decent and moral manner. President Johnson, addressing the Machinists conven­ tion minutes after it became clear the measure would go into a joint committee, supported the Medicare measure with strong language. Breaking into a prepared text he addressed his words to "all Ameri­ cans everywhere" saying that "if you believe in medical care under Social Security, now is the time to stand up and say so." 4" 4" 4" KEFAUVER MEMORIAL—A foundation established to carry forth the ideals to which the late Senator Estes Kefauver devoted his life has received the endorsement of the AFL-CIO, president George Meany has announced. The Estes Kefauver Memorial Foundation has among its objectives the construction of a memorial wing to the Uni­ versity of Tennessee library and a program dedicated to advancement of human freedom and world peace. Among these will be political science scholarships and awards to Americans who best exemplify the Kefauver characteristics of cpurage and freedom from prejudice, bigo­ try and extreme sectionalism. Suppoirt to the foundation is the second labor recognition to the late Tenneesee senator this year. In May, Mrs. Nancy Kefauver, his widow, was presented the 1963 MurrayGreen 4ward and a check for $5,000 in honor of her late husband's service to the people of America. The Philip Murray-William Green Award was originated by the AFL-CIO Executive Council to honor those whose achievements In the areas of health and welfare inspired othen to work for the common good. At the time, Meany described K0fauver as "one of a rare handful of statesmen who emerge in each generation to fight for principle, regardless of political risk." AFL-CIO vice President A. Philip Randolph and 29 others have been awarded the nation's highest civilian honors by Presi­ dent Johnson — the Presidential Medal of Freedom. Randolph is president of the Sleeping Car Por­ ters and a long-time leader of the civil rights movement. In present­ ing the awards President Johnson said they were "great Americans" who "have fnade freedpm stronger for all of us in our time." He went on to say that America's path to greatness has been marked by "outstanding achievement by out­ standing individuals." It's future, he said, will be dependent upon "the individual who envisions more, aspires to more, and who achieves more for all of us." 4 4 4 A tripartite technical meeting for the clothing industry, con­ vened by the International Labor Organization in Geneva, Switzer­ land* is examining labor and social problems and working conditions at. a two-week meeting. Workers pi the United States are repre­ sented by Jocob Potofsky, presi­ dent of the Clothing Workers and Lazare Teper, research director of the Ladies' Garment Workers. Clothing Workers research direc­ tor Milton Fried is their advisor. 4 4 4 Electronic workers at the Stromb^rg-Carlson division of General Dynamics, Rochester, N.Y., h\ive voted the Electrical, Radio da Machine Workers as their bargaining representatives over the Rochester Independent "Work­ ers. An additional 1,000 workers at the Ro^^hester Electronics Cen­ ter will vite this month in a run­ off electiqn between the lUE and the indeiiendent. The RIW has represented most workers for the company for the past 25 years. 4 4 4 AFL-CIO unions won 60.1 per­ cent of the representation elec­ tions where they were on the bal­ lot in the month of July, according to the National Labor Relations Board. The percentage was some­ what higher than the AFL-CIO average for the preceding six months. The board listed 437 unipn representation elections in July. AFL-CIO unions won 263, other, unions won 17, and in 157 elections no .union was chosen. The U.S. economy is booming and business is having a record year for sales and profits. Part of the impetus behind the strong show­ ing of the nation's economy can be attributed to governmental policies designed to stimu­ late its growth and maintain its strength. The signs of progress are all around-us in the U.S. Scientific progress has allowed us to reach for the moon. Social progress is working toward the elimination of poverty and slums. Industrial progress has given Americans the highest standard of living in the world. Progressive, flexible, forward - looking governmental policies have played a great part in bringing about this progress. But in" one area of the economy government policy has actually hindered progress. Bogged down in a morass of ancient, often contradictory, backward-looking governmen­ tal policies, the maritime industry has lost ground steadily to its foreign competitors and to the railroads at home. The whole maritime industry, including deep sea, intercoastal, Great Lakes ^d inland waterway shipping has been floundering for years, growing steadily weaker through administra­ tion after administration. It has made no difference whether the party in power was Republican or Democrat, maritime policy al­ ways turned out to be the same old hat. The SIU and other maritime unions have been fighting for years to get the govern­ ment to adopt a more modern, consistent policy with regard to the U.S. maritime in­ dustry. Still, the abuses have continued. American vessels have been allowed to drop their U.S. registry and hoist the runawayflag instead. Contrary to the intent of con­ gress, government-financed cargoes whiqh shoul^ have .moved, in American bottom? have been allowed to fill foreign holds in­ stead. Domestic shipping has reeled under ICC-sanctioned rate-cutting competition by the railroads on the one hand, and the fact that- foreign vessels have been steadily forc­ ing open the doors barring them from the U.S. domestic trade. Inland carriers have for years been fighting ICC-aided rate-slash­ ing competition from the railroads and have recently been faced with user tax proposals aimed at nullifying the competitive advan­ tages inherent in inland water shipping. The Merchant Marine Act of 1936, a fine act in its time, has been left far behind by recent developments in the industry and is in dire need of revision. The SIU has been pressing the fight for new government policies which will give the maritime industry a fighting chance for survival. In the face of indifference, obstin­ acy, laxity and even-hostility on many levels of government toward the problems of maritime, progress has been slow. Recently some rays of hope have been seen. High level representatives of govern­ mental agencies responsible for maritime policy have been meeting with representa­ tives of maritime labor and management to discuss the situation. Recommendations have been made by men who know the industry and its problems—maritime labor and man­ agement—and have at least been heard by the government representatives. This admis­ sion on the part of the government agencies that a problem does exist in maritime repre­ sents no small victory. The voice of maritime is at last being heard. The SIU, which has been carrying on the fight for years, is now once more redoubling its efforts. Maritime policy must be revised if the United States, is to have the Merchant marine which her position requires. �Pagre Twelve SEAFARERS LOO October 9, 1964 Credentials Committee Report We, the undersigned Committee on Credentials duly elected at the regular business meeting at Headquarters on August 3rd, 1964, In accordance with the Constitution, have examined the credentials of the candidates for elective office or job in the Seafarers International Union of North AmericaAtlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District, for the years of 1965-6-7-8, as per Article XI, Section 1, and submit the following report: We qualified or disqualified'" VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF THE ATLANTIC COAST The SEAFARERS LOG issue of name of the Port in the event those men'who submitted for Qualified Credentials in order. the position sought is that July 10th, 1964, on Page eighteen, Earl Shepard, S-2 office by the rules of our Con­ Carried the President's Pre-Ballotof Agent or Patrolman. u. VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF THE GULF COAST stitution as contained In Articles ihg Report, which report gave the "(e) Proof of citizenship. James L. (Jimmie) Tucker, T-22 Qualified Credentials in order. Xrr and XTII. Article XII is known "(f) Proof of seatime and/or depository required by Article X, Qualified Credentials in order. as Qualifications For Officers employment as required for Section 1 (e) of the Union Consti­ Lindsey J. Williams, W-1 VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF THE LAKES AND INLAND Headquarters Representatives. Port tution. In addition to which it car­ candidates. Agents, Patrolmen and Other "(g) In the event the member ried the Addition To The Voting WATERS Elective Jobs. The Article reads is on a ship he shall notify Procedures of the forthcoming A1 Tanner, T-12 Qualified Credentials in order. as follows: the Credentials Committee election of officers that the Sec­ SECRETARY-TREASURER what ship he is on. This retary-Treasurer had given in his "Section 1. Anv member of the Qualified shall be done also if he ships report to the Regular Membership A1 Kerr, K-7 Credentials in order. Union Is eligible to be a can­ subsequent to forwarding Meeting at S.I.U. Headquarters on didate for, and hold, any office HEADQUARTERS REPRESENTATIVES April 6 and May 4. his credentials. or the .1ob of Headquarters William Hall, H-272 Qualified Credentials in order. The official records of the Sea­ Thomas (Curley) Llles, Jr., L-230 "(h) Annexing a certificate in Representative. Port Agent or Qualified Credentials in order. farers International Union of North the following form, signed Patrolman provided: Edward (Eddie) Mooney, M-7 Qualified Credentials in order. and dated by the proposed America—Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Frederick (Freddie) Stewart, S-B "ta) He has at least three years Qualified Credentials in order. Inland Waters District show that nominee: of seatime in an unlicensed NEW YORK AGENT "I hereby certify that I am not the Pre-Balloting Report of the capacity aboard an AmericanQualified Credentials in order. now, nor, for the five (5) years President was given in the head­ Joseph (Joe) Dl Georgio, D-2 flag merchant vessel or vessels. quarters meetings of June 8th and last past, have I been either a NEW YORK JOINT PATROLMAN In computing time, time spent member of the Communist July 6th, 1964, in conformity with Theodore (Ted) Babkowski, B-1 Qualified Credentials in order. in the employ of the Union, its Party or convicted of, or Article X, Section 1, Paragraph (e) Leo Bruce, B-158 Disqualified Was not in continu­ subsidiaries and its affiliates, served any part of a prison of our Union Constitution and the ous good standing for three (3) or in any emrloyment at the term resulting from conviction Secretary-Treasurer's "Additions years previous to nomination. Union's direction, shall count of robbery, bribery, extortion, to Voting Procedures." This same Angus Campbell, C-217 Qualified Credentials in order. the same as seatime. Union embezzlement, grand larceny, Pre-Balloting Report was acted on Warren H. Cassidy, C-724 Qualified Credentials in order. records, Welfare Plan records burglary, arson, violation of in all constitutional ports holding' Eugene Dakin, D-9 Disqualified Was not in continu­ and/or comoanv records can narcotics laws, murder, rape, regular membership meetings dur-' ous good standing for three (3) be used to determine eligibil­ assault with intent to kill, as­ ing the month of July, 1964, as was years previous to nomination. ity: and sault which inflicts grievous the Secretary-Treasurer's "Addi­ John Fay, F-363 Qualified Credentials in order. "(b1 He has been a full book bodily injury, or violation of tions To The Voting Procedures." Vincent Genco, G-79 Qualified Credentials in order. member in continuous good title II or III of the Landrum- The Pre-Balloting Report and the Luigi lovino, I-ll . Qualified Credentials in order. standing in t^e Union for at "Additions David Irvine, 1-25 Griffin Act, or conspiracy to Secretary-Treasurer's Disqualified Was not in continu­ least three f3) years immediTo The Voting Procedures" has commit any such crime." ous good standing for three (3) , ately prior to his nomination; been reproduced verbatim in the years previous to nomination. Dated: and Disqualified Was not in continu­ Signature of Member June 12th and July 10th, 1964 is- Evaristo Jimenez, J-32 "fcl He has at least four f4) ""sues of the SEAFARERS LOG as ous good standing for three (3) months of seatime, in an un­ Book No mentioned previously. In addi­ years previous to nomination. licensed capacity aboard an "Printed forms of the certi­ tion to the foregoing, the Secre- Pasquale (Pat) Marinelli, M-462 Qualified Credentials in order. American-flag merchant vessel ficate shall be made available tar.v-Treasurer's "Additions To The Frank Mongelli, M-1111 Qualified Credentials in order. or vessels, covered by contract to nominees. Where a nomi­ Voting Procedures" was carried in E. B. (Mac) McAuley, M-20 Qualified Credentials in order. with this Union, or four (4) nee cannot truthfully execute May 15. 1964 issue of the SEA­ George McCartney, M-948 Qualified Credentials in order. months of employment with, such a certificate, but is, in FARERS LOG. Fred G. Oestman, 0-41 Qualified Credentials in order. or in any office or job of, the fact legally eligible for an of­ We find, that by referring to George (Frenchy) Ruf, R-1 Qualified Credentials in order. Union, its subsidiaries and its . fice or job by reason of the the issues of the SEAFARERS Charles Scofield, S-186 Qualified Was qualified sujiaffiliates, or in any employ­ restoration of civil rights orig­ LOG mentioned above, and to the ject to his furnishing the Sec­ ment at the Union's direction, inally revoked by such convic­ minutes of the regular membership retary-Treasurer a duly exe­ or a combination of these, be­ tion or a favorable determina­ meetings in all the A.G.L.I.W. Dis­ cuted certificate prior to the tween January 1st and the time tion by the Board of Parole of trict ports, that every possible ef­ making up of the ballot. Failure of nomination in the election the United States Department fort was not only made to advise to do so was to result in his year; and of Justice, he shall, in lieu of the membership of the qualifica­ being disqualified. "(d) He is a citizen of the the foregoing certificate, furn­ tions to run for office but in addi­ Charles Stambul, S-578 Qualified Credentials in order. United States of America; and ish a complete signed state­ tion, a plea was made that any Lorence Taylor, T-79 Qualified Credentials in order. "(e) He is not disqualified by ment of the facts of his case man who thought he may be cap­ Keith Terpe, T-3 Qualified Credentials in order. law. together with true copies of Bernard Tqner, T-28 able of holding any elective office Qualified Credentials in order. "Section 2. All candidates the documents supporting his was urged to submit his credentials Van Whitney, W-11 Disqualified Was not in continu­ for, and holders of, other elec­ statement. for same. ous good standing for three (3) tive jobs not specified in the "All documents required We, this committee, as well as years previous to nomination. preceding sections shall be full herein must reach headquar­ our rank and file members are Steven (Steve) Zubovlch, Z-13 Qualified Credentials in order. book members of the Union. ters no earlier than July 15th aware of' the fact that copies of PHILADELPHIA AGENT "Section 3. All candidates the Constitution, wherein all the and no later than August 15th Qualified for and holders of elective Credentials in order. of the election year. qualifications for submitting for Frank Drozak, D-22 offices and jobs, whether "The Secretary-Treasurer is office were contained, were and PHILADELPHIA JOINT PATROLMAN elected or appointed in accord­ charged with the safekeeping have been made available to all of Robert N. (Joe) Air, A-61 Qualified Withdrew ance with the Constitution, of these letters and shall turn tile membership of our Union. In William R. Davies, D-178 Qualified Credentials in order. shall maintain full book mem­ them over to the Credentials this Constitution, we, as good Un­ Belarmino (Benny) Gonzalez, ,G-4 Qualified Credentials in order. bership in good standing." Committee upon the latter's ion members, know that it fully Leon Hall, Jr., H-125 Qualified Credentials in order. (End of quote from Constitu­ request." (End of quote from outlines all qualifications neces­ Edward Kresz, K-315 Qualified Credentials in order. tion) Cwistitution). sary for office 'and the steps and Charles D. G, Stansbury, S-856 Qualified Withdrew Article XIII is known as Elections It is to be pointed out to the the manner in which to qualify for BALTIMORE AGENT For Officers, Headquarters Repre­ membership that the SEAFARERS office. Disqualified Was not in continu­ sentatives, Port Agents and Patrol­ LOG issue of June 26, 1964 earned The following is a complete list­ Edward Cantoral, C-606 men. The Article reads as follows: the Constitution of the Seafarers ing of all men who submitted their ous good standing for three (3) years previous to nomination. International Union of North credentials to the committee. The "Section 1. Nominations Qualified Credentials in order. America—Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and men's names and jobs for which Rex E. Dickey, D-6 "Except as provided in Sec­ Inland Waters District, in which they submitted such credentials are tion 2 (b) of this Article, any JOINT PATROLMAN Articles XI, XII, and XIII give the listed in. the order which this com­ Paul Gonsorchik,BALTIMORE full book member may submit G-2 Qualified Credentials in order. terms of office, the qualifications mittee feels they should be placed Eli Hanover, H-313 his name for nomination for Qualified Credentials in order. for office and the manner in which on the general ballot. That is, in any office, or the job of Head­ Tony Kastina, K-5 Qualified Credentials in order. credentials are to be submitted. alphabetical form under the offices Warren (Smoky) Messenger, M-613 Disqualified Was not in continu­ quarters Representative, Port We further point out to the Agent or Patrolman, by de­ for which they run, and that the ous good standing for three (3) membership that the full notice of ports, following the headquarters livering or causing to be de­ years previous to nomination. opening of nominations necessary offices, beginning with Boston, be Benjamin Wilson, W-217 livered in person, to the office Qualified Credentials in order. qualifications for same, and an ap­ arranged on the ballot geographi­ of the Secretary-T'reasurgr at peal for all interested members to cally as has been done in the past. Headquarters, or sending; a MOBILE AGENT qualify themselves are contained Following each name's name and Charles Faircloth, F-416 letter addressed to the Creden­ Disqualified Was not in continu­ in the SEAFARERS LOG. in the book number is his qualification or tials Committee, in care of the ous good standing for three (3) issue of July 10th, 1964 on Pa^e disqualifications, followed by the Secretary-Treasurer, at the years previous to nomination. three. address of headquarters. This reason for same. Did not send in a certificate letter shall be dated and shall and a complete letter of nomi­ PRESIDENT contain the following: nation. John Cole, C-8 Qualified Credentials in order. "(a) The name of the can­ Paul Hall, H-1 Qualified Credentials in order. Qualified Credentials in order. Frederick H. Johnson, J-44 didate. Disqualified Was not in continu­ William John Smith, S-60 Qualified Credentials in order. Derwood Y. Mann, M-96 "(b) His home address and ous good standing for three (3) EXECUTIVE VICE-PRESIDENT mailing address. years previous to nomination. Cal Tanner, T-1 Qualified Credentials in order. Howard Kempt Pierce, P-287 "(c) His book number. Disqualified Was not in continu­ "(d) The title of the office or VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF CONTRACTS AND CONTRACT ous good standing for three (3) ENFORCEMENT other job for which he is years previous to nomination. Qualified CMdentials in order. Louis Neira, N-1 candidate, including the Robert A. Matthews, M-1 Qualified Credentials in order. �October 2, 1964 SEAFARERS LOG Page Thirteen Results Of Credentials Check For SlU Election MOBILE JOINT PATROLMAN "(e) "The Credentials Commit­ Harold J. Fischer, F-1 tee, in passing upon the Qualified Credentials in order. Robert Jordan, J-1 Qualified qualifications of candidates, Credentials in order. Leo P, Marsh, M-9 Qualified shall have the right to con­ Credentials in order. William J. (Red) Morris, 'M-4 Qualified clusively presume that any­ Credentials in order. one nominated and qualified NEW ORLEANS AGENT in previous elections for C. J. (Buck) Stephens, S-4 Qualified Credentials in order. candidacy for any office, or NEW ORLEANS JOINT PATROLMAN the Job of Headquarters RepA. E. (Jerry) Cunningham, C-718 Qualified Credentials in order. representative, Port Agent Henry B. Donnelly, D-324 Qualified Credentials in order. or Patrolman, has met all Peter Gonzalez, G-749 Disqualified Had not had a full the requirements of Section book in continuous good stand­ 1 (a) of Article XII." ing for at least three years. In compliance with Article XIII, Thomas E. Gould, G-267 Qualified Credentials in order. Section 2, Paragraph (b) of our Louis Guarino, G-520 Qualified Credentials in order. Constitution and in an attempt to Andrew A. G. McCIoskey, M-950 Qualified Credentials in order. give every nominee every consid­ Herman M. Troxclair, T-4 Qualified Credentials in order. eration and to try to prevent any Paul Warren, W-3 Credentials in order. disqualifications, Alexander Brodie, Qualified HOUSTON AGENT B-433 or Donald Gagnon, G-759 of Paul Drozak, D-180 Qualified Credentials in order. this Committee, the Credentials Committee, remained at the en­ HOUSTON JOINT PATROLMAN Jim (Bat-man) Batson, B-713 Disqualified Was notjn continu­ trance of the headquarters build­ ous good standing for three (3) ing of the Union until midnight of years previous to nomination. August 15th, 1964, to receive any Martin J. (Marty) Breithoff, B-2 Qualified Credentials in order; credentials that might have been Gilbert Delgado, D-581 Disqualified Was not in continu­ delivered either by mail or by ous good standing for three (3) hand after the closing of business years previous to nomination. hours by the Union. William J. Doak, D-262 Qualified Credentials in order. The Committee would like to E. C. Goings, G-215 Disquaiified Was not in continu­ point out to the membership, that ous good standing for three (3) although the President clearly spe years previous to nomination. cified in his Pre-Balloting Report .Roan Lightfoot, L-562 Qualified Credentials in order. the exact offices for which nomi­ Ira W. (Butterbean) Griggers, Jr., Disqualified Was not in continu­ nations were to be made, some G-573 ous good standing for three (3) credentials were receiyed for office years previous to nomination. other than those carried in the Oscar M. Raynor, R-520 Qualified . Credentials in order. Pre-Balloting Report. The follow­ James C. Whatiey, W-620 Disqualified Was not in continu­ ing are the names of the nominees ous good standing for three' (3) so involved as well as the job titles years previous to nomination. for which they actually submitted: R. F. (Mickey) Wilburn, W-6 Qualified Credentials in order. Charles Stambul, S-578, Engine Donald Woods, W-355 Patrolman. Disqualified Was not in continu­ ous good standing for three (3) William R. Davies, D-178, Patrol­ man. years previous to nomination. Edward Krecz, K-315, Patrolman. DETROIT AGENT Charles D. G. Stansbury, S-856, Ernest (Scottic) Aubusson, A-8 Qualified Credentials in order. Patrolman. William John Smith, S-60 failed to of file qualifications for office. Edward Kresz, K-815 also failed •end his credentials to the Cred­ to date his letter of nomination. entials Committee as per Article However, since the registered stamp XIII, Section 1 of our Constitution. put on the outside of his envelope Instead, Brother Smith sent them by the Philadelphia Post Office was to the Bank Depository that was August 4, 1964, and it was stamped mentioned in the President's Preby the Brooklyn, New York Post Balloting Report. This was an Office on August 5, 1964 and re- error, that the Committed thought, received by the Credentials Com­ could have been made by any of mittee on August 5, 1964 this us seamen. The bank forwarded brother's credentials were quali­ the credentials to our Secretaryfied on this point of the qualifica­ Treasurer, A1 Kerr, who received them on July 31, 1964. Therefore, tions for office. Charles Oscar Faircloth, F-416 your Committee has qualified also failed to even submit a letter Brother Smith as previously men­ of nomination. However, since tioned in this report. Candidate John J. Cole was ex­ the registered stamp put on the Uutside of the envelope by the pelled from the Union pursuant Mobile Alabama Post Office was to the provision of the Constitu­ dated July 27, 1964 and it was tion around February, 1963. He stamped by the Brooklyn, New thereafter brought a law suit and York Post Office on July 29, 1964 by court order in June, 1964 was and received by the Secretary- directed to be reinstated to mem­ Treasurer, A1 Kerr, on July 30, bership provided he paid all mone­ 1964, the credentials were accepted tary obligations to date. He there­ and processed but, this was one of after paid all of his monetary the points on which this brother obligations and although the mone­ was disqualified. In addition, he tary obligations were not made on had further reasons for disqualifi­ the due dates, because of his ex­ cations by your committee which pulsion and order of the court, have been given previously in this we find that such failure to pay report. his monetary obligations on the E. C. Goings, G-215 also failed due dates does not disqualify him to date his letter of nomination. as a candidate, and we find him However, the post mark on the qualified. outside of his envelope by the The Committee also received Galveston, Texas Post Office was telegrams of withdrawal from August 12, 1964 and it was received Robert N. (Joe) Air, A-61; and by the committee on August 14, Charles D. G. Stansbury, S-856, on 1964 and this brother's credentials August 17th, 1964. Although both were qualified on this point of the of these brothers had been quali­ qualifications for office. However, fied by your Committee prior to he was later disqualified by your receiving the telegrams of with­ committee for the reason given drawal, we have indicated in a previously in this report. previous part of this report their Peter Gonzalez, G-749 also failed withdrawal. to date his letter of nomination, Telegrams were sent to each however, since the stamp on his man who was disqualified by the As will be noted in the foregoing Your Committee wishes to bring George H. Ruf, R-1, Patrolman. sections of the committee's report, to the attention of the membership, Robert N. (Joe) Air, A-61, Patrol­ letter put in Barbados was August Committee, tellinjg him of his dis­ 12 ,and it was received by your com­ qualification as well as a detailed man. the provisions of the SIU Constitu­ the fact that the Union Constitution tion governing election procedure in Article XII, Section 1 (b) re­ Gilbert A. Delgado, D-581, Field mittee on August 15, this brother's letter being sent to each man so credentials were qualified on this disqualified, all in compliance with Patrolman. made it mandatory that several of quires that a nominee have at the men who had been nominated least four (4) months seatime, be­ A. E. (Jerry) Cunningham, C-718, point of the qualifications for of­ our Constitution. In addition, each be disqualified. The Committee is tween January 1st and the time of Engine Department Patrolman. fice. However, he was later dis­ man disqualified received a copy bound by the Constitution and had nomination. During the course of Jim (Bat-man) Batson, B-713, Deck qualified by your committee for the of our Constitution, so that the reason given previously in this re­ disqualified nominee would have Patrolman. to decide on the basis of the Con­ examining the various credentials stitution. It has no other choice. of those members who had sub­ available the procedure to be used However, your Committee did port. George Ruf, R-1. Although we in appeal from the decision of the The committee feels that the cases mitted for office, it was found that not feel that a man should be dis­ of disqualification cited above are some of our brothers had failed to qualified on such small technical­ were unable to read the date of Credentials Committee. especially regrettable because of submit sufficient seatime in the ities as given above. Each nominee the post mark on the outside of- The membership can readily see the fact that the Union, this year, current year to meet the require­ listed above had specified a patrol­ the envelope we were able to de­ from the foregoing report, that as in every election year, went to ments of the Constitution. How­ man's job of some department in termine that it had been mailed in your committee has made every such lengths to set forth the pro­ ever, in siding in their letter of the port for which he wished to be Wilmington, California. It was re­ effort possible within the confines cedures and requirements to be acceptance of their nomination, nominated. Inasmuch as the Pre- ceived by your committee oh of our Constitution to qualify followed by those seeking a place they had made mention of the fact Bailoting Report only listed Joint August 13, 1964 and this brother's every nominee. on the ballot. All credentials were turned over that they were presently employed Patrolman in each port, this Com­ credentials were qualified on this In light nf' these circumstances, aboard ship and due to the voyage mittee therefore processed the point of the qualifications for of­ to the Committee in good order the Committee wishes to call to not being completed, they were aforementioned credentials for the fice. at 9:00 A.M., Tuesday, August 4th, William J. Doak, D-262. Al­ 1964, or have been received by the attention of all members, the unable to secure a discharge cover­ Joint Patrolman's job in .the port necessity of following all require­ ing the time. In some cases where for which they had nominated though we were unable to read the mail since that date. All creden­ date of the post mark on the out­ tials have been examined in strict ments and procedures, which are they failed to mention in their let­ themselves. In checking the credentials of side envelope we were able to accordance with the Constitution. established by our Constitution to ter about being aboard ship, the govern eligibility to candidacy to Committee in checking their cred­ the various nominees, this Commit­ determine that it had been mailed Any defect in the credentials dis­ Union office. entials was able to determine that tee had disqualified Warren H. in Houston, Texas. posed of by the Committee has Charles D. G. Stansbury, S-856, been the sole responsibility of The Committee particularly de­ they were aboard ship. In each of Cassidy, C-724 a nominee for New sires to point out the provisions of these instances, your Committee York Joint Patrolman; Charles also failed to date his letter for the sender and no person ad­ Article XIII, Section 2 (c) of the verified such employment with Stambul, S-578, a nominee for New nomination, however, since the versely affected by such defect has Constitution, wherein is spelled out the steamship company operating York Joint Patrolman; William stamp put on the outside of the denied this to the Committee. in detail the right of a disqualified the particular vessel. The men John Smith, S-60, a nominee for envelope by the Philadelphia Post It is your Committee's final rec­ candidate to appeal from a decision and the vessels they are on, that President. A telegram was sent Office indicated that it had been ommendation that the member­ of the Credentials Committee and had this type of seatime verified to each of these brothers by your mailed in the A.M. of August 14, ship of the Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes how he does it. Committee, notifying them of their 1964 and was received at 11:00 and Inland Waters District of the are as follows: disqualifications as per the Con­ A.M. on August 15, 1964, by your Seafarers International Union of MAN'S NAME SHIP TIME EMPLOYED stitution. However, your Commit­ committee, this brother's creden­ North America make every possi­ Peter Gonzalez, G-749 SS Del Norte 4/27/64 to 8/15/64 tee heard from each of the afore­ tials were qualified on this point ble effort to vote in this general Howard Kempt Pierce, P-287 SS Transindia election, as every good union man 6/24/64 to 8/15/64 mentioned brothers either by tele- of the qualifications for office. Your committee had one (1) should. Donald Woods, W-355 SS Ames Victory 7/22/64 to 8/15/64 grant or in person. Based on the Jim (Bat-man) Batson, B-713 SS Seatrain Georgia 7/29/64 to 8/13/64 information that was furnished by nominee that failed to submit the •This Committee having com­ John Cole, C-8 SS Seatrain Texas 7/19/63 to 8/15/64 these brothers, it was then possible certificate that is called in Article pleted its duties, hereby adjourned Bernard Toner, T-28 SS Coe Victory 4/29/64 to 8/11/64 for this Coinniittee to qualify them. XIII, Section 1, Paragraph (h) of at 8:15 P.M. on August 17th, 1964, At that time, they were sent an­ the Constitution whom the report in the Headquarters offices of the In the checking of the continu­ know, it has always been the prac­ other telegram by the Committee, indicates has been qualified. This Seafarers International Union of ous good standing for the three tice of the Union to consider any­ informing them that they had been Committee has notified the Brother North America, Atlantic, Gulf, year period previous to nomination one who has been unable to pay qualified. involved, Charles Scofield, S-i86, a Lakes and Inland Waters District, of the various candidates, your dues due to being on a voyage, Your Committee had eight (8) nominee for New York Joint 675 Fourth Avenue, Brooklyn 32, Committee found that numerous to be in good standing until the letters of nomination submitted Patrolman Inat he has been quali­ New York. candidates had paid their dues time of their pay-off. More impor­ that were undated: fied, subject to his furnishing the late. The Committee found in tant, the Constitution so provides, Paul Gonsorchik, G-2 failed to aforementioned certificate to the Date: August 17, 1964 most instances, however, with the in Article III, Section 3 (e). Alexander Brodie, B-433 date his letter of nomination. How­ Secretary-Treasurer prior to the exception of those that will be Chairman In the course of doing its work, ever, since the post mark on the making up of the ballot. Failure dealt with later in this report, that the Committee took action in ac­ outside of the envelope was on his part to furnish the certifi­ Aide Perini, P-83 the member so affected had been cordance with the provisions of stamped July 27 and received by cate by the time mentioned, is to Donald Gagnon, G-759 on'a ship during the period, there­ Article XIII, Section 2 (e) of the the Secretary-Treasurer's office on result in his disqualification. Edward Poiise, P-74 by preventing him from paying his Constitution which reads, as fol­ July 29, 1964, this brother's cre­ This Committee would like to Jerry Pow, P-480 duea. As we the membership lows: dentials were qualified on this point point out that one of the nominees. Johannes Kari, K-6 vft. '- �Page FoartMn SEAFARERS OMbta%.tm l&a Plan Lai^e Scale Trial For Water Desalinlzatlon SAN JOSE, Calif.—A newly discovered method of converting sea water into fresh water will receive its first large scale test when the FMC Corporation of San Jose begins con­ struction on a new $565,000 plant at WrightsvUle Beach, North Carolina. In its search for an inex-^ pensive sea water desaliniza- in the process, the cost is still nounced in Washington by Presi­ tion process, the U.S. Depart­ small compared with conventional dent Johnson and in Tel Aviv by By Cd Tanner, Executive Vice-President Great Strides Made In Sea Safety Last month marked the thirtieth anniversary of the Morro Castle disaster. It was also a month that saw the SlU-manned Globe ^xplorei^ (Maritime Overseas) gutted by a fire in the Atlantie. The Globe Ex­ plorer incident, coming as it did on almost the same day as the Morro Premier Eshkol. Castle fire 30 years ago, served to remind us of the great strides in ment of Interior signed a contract desalinization proeesses. with the California firm that has The end product is pure fresh A team of three U.S. technolo­ safety the maritime industry has made in the last three decades. It made a significant breakthrough water, even though oil has passed gists is now in the small nation would do well to compare the two disasters to examine more closely in desalinization by injecting hot through it. Scaling iis prevented discussing with their Israeli coun where we have come from and where are we going in the vital business oil into the brine. by eliminating contact between terparts the economic and techni­ of ship safety. Until FMC's latest process, the the hot sea water and the metallic cal feasibility of the project, When the Morro Castle caught fire In 1934, 134 lives Were lost. oldest and most widely used de­ surface of a boiler or other heat the talks are successful, a joint Including passengers and crew. Her builders had called her the salting method was considered in­ sources. • study by engineers will follow. "safest ship afloat," but the disaster proved otherwise. The Morro efficient because of the prohibi­ In a related development, the The U.S. is interested in the Castle was neither a safe ship nor a happy ship as far as the men tive costs involved. United States and Israel have be­ project because it is the necessary who served on her were concerned. The crew worked long hours (18 In usual desalting methods, sea gun a joint study looking toward intermediary step between the hours a day) at miserable wages ($35 a month). Safety standards were water is piped into« a tank and the .building of a $100 million nu­ small plants which now exist and either entirely absent or lax. Without a strong union and the promotion vaporized. The vapors then run clear powered desalinization plant the giant plants that would be of safety and demand for good working conditions that comes with it, off into an adjoining tank where, in Israel. The project was an­ needed to irrigate a desert. the crew were unprepared to meet the emergency. It was not their when condensed by cooling, they fault; the ship had seen several abortive strikes, including one by the become fresh water. The FMC radio men at the very start of the trip. process is begun by introducing Merchant sailors had been com­ hot, bubbling oil into the lower plaining • about the unsafe and the SIU Lifeboat Training School part of the tank containing sea miserable conditions on American yet, and, if not, when he will do water. As the oil rises to the top, ships for more than a century. The so. A lifeboat ticket should rimk the water is heated into vapor Morro Castle disaster gave the with his seaman's papers in im­ while the oil is cooled. The cooled necessary shock emphasis to their portance to the Seafarer. oil, then at the top of the tank, By Joseph B. Logue, MD, Medical Director words. A Congressional inquiry He should ask himself if he is is drawn into the fresh water tank committee was formed that came paying the prefer attention and where it absorbs the heat from through with solid recommenda­ giving his full roncentration at the condensing vapors, turning Air conditioning and central heating are overused In the United tions for laws regarding ship lifeboat and fire drills onboard them into fresh water. The oper­ safety. Major improvements were ship. Further, he should ask him­ ation is, thus, cyclical, and though States and may be responsible for the increasing incidence of colds heat has to be applied to the oil and other respiratory diseases, claims the noted scientist and anthro­ made in naval architecture to make self what he is doing to make his ships more safe. pologist Dr. Ashley Montagu, as reported in the Health Bulletin. ship saf^, both in his respective But most of all, the sailors them­ In the current Issue of fc<e Arcnives of Environmental Health, Dr. selves decided to do something department and in his quarters. Montagu presents abundant evidence that Americans are abusing both about the awful conditions prevail­ He should be alert to infractions forms of temperature control and, as a result, are experiencing "a much ing then. The Morro Castle dis­ of safety rules and be ready to larger share of disabling symptoms than is at present recognized or aster coincided with the rise of report them to the proper authori­ ties. adequately appreciated by physicians." strong seagoing unions. The lessons of the Morro Castle "It is probably that the majority of the patients seen by ear, nose When the Globe Explorer ran have not been lost on the Ameri­ and throat specialists are suffering from diseases that originated in into trouble 350 miles southeast physiological failure of the respiratory mucous membrane induced by of New York, her crew was ready can maritime industry. It has be­ excessive drying as a result of artificial temperature control," he says. and able to handle it. They had come the safest maritime industry in the world, with the lowest acci­ Dr. Montagu believes that the way is paved for respiratory infections the benefit of safety regulations dent rate anywhere. But Seafarers WASHINGTON—The Maritime Administration will survey the every time Americans set their thermostats above 70 degrees F. At that mitigated the immediate ef­ cannot rest on their laurels, they prospects for U.S.-flag shipping this temperature, humidity is reduced to the vanishing point. Without fects of the blaze; they had well- must make it safer still. from Great Lakes ports in public adequate humidity, which. Dr. Montagu points out, should range be­ maintained .emergency equipment hearings over November and De­ tween 40 and 70 percent, the mucosal cilia dry up and cannot perform to help fight the fire and to, at least, contain its quick spread imtil cember, Senator Philip A. Hart their important function of filtering infectious bacteria. (D.-Mich.) reported. During World War II, Fuel and Oil Heat Magazine conducted a all hands were out of danger; they The prime task of the hearings sampling of oil heating service departments and discovered that the had lifeboats that were in good will be to determine if the Lakes average temperature in American homes during the winter months condition along with their launch­ region is getting its fair share of was somewhere between 72 and 73 degrees F. More recently, Dr. Mon­ ing gear. government shipping subsidies, tagu completed a similar study showing that the average domestic The Globe Explorer's lifeboats the lawmaker said. He called sub­ temperature in the middle Atlantic states is about 74 degrees F. In the were launched without a hitch, sidies one of the real keys to an New England states, temperature varies between 68 and 70 degrees F, despite bad weather and high seas increase of St. Lawrence Seaway while the south Atlantic states average about 77 degrees F. Humidity The abandoning ship operation traffic. in these homes is a far cry from what Dr. Montagu considers adequate. proceeded almost as smooth as if ST, LOUIS—The SIU Transpor­ In order to qualify from sub­ The U.S. Public Health Service reports that winter relative humidity it were a drill. The payoff for the tation Services and Allied Workers sidies, carriers operating from skill, training and good safety Lakes ports must serve routes de­ in American homes average between 12 and 18 pecent. Dr. Montagu's conditions came with the fact that Local 5 here has signed a contract with the Marcella Cab Company studies show that it is often pushed down to as low as five per cent, clared essential by the MA. At there were no injuries to any of that will bring a new Health and producing not only the dry mucous membranes, but also a winter skin present ther.e are eight routes the crew. Welfare plan, as well as other im­ ' which fall into the essential cate­ disease known as "winter itch." provements, to the company's So the differences between the (Other researchers have drawn the same conclusions. Dr. A. H. gory. They include South Amer­ more than 400 employees. Morro Castle and the Globe -Ex­ Andrev/s, Jr., in his book Clinical Cardiopulmonary Physiology, states ica, the Far East, the Persian Gulf The .agreement, reached after and all of Africa except its north humidity of 40 to 50 per cent "reduces the incidence of respiratory plorer fires, as we see, were like lengthy negotiations, provides for the differences between night and infections and speeds recovery from the common cold." The Medical coast. Europe and the Mediter­ the establishment of a Health and ranean are not on the priority list, Journal of Australia, August 30, 1958, pointed out that the increase day. Safety standards, almost non­ Welfare Fund, paid by the com­ existent at the time of the Morro in colds and the increase in dryness due to artificial heating run though the volume of traffic from pany and administered by the Great Lakes ports to the two areas closely parallel. K. H. Kingdon, writing in the April, 1960, issue of Castle fire, are strongly enforced company and the union. Under its now. A sailor then had almost no­ the American Review of Respiratory Diseases, went so far as to suggest is not inconsiderable. terms, management will pay $7 per Senator Hart reported that at a relationship between the 1957 epidemic and a particular pattern or where to turn if he spotted an cab into the Fund each month. unsafe condition; today a Seafarer relative humidity.) hearings held earlier this year by The company will also place into brings his beef to the delegate the Senate Commerce Committee, Air Conditioning abuses are mentioned only briefly in Dr. Montagu's the Fund rebates on gas bought where it is corrected. The SIU many Michigan manufacturers and report. However, the chilling which results from uneven temperatures by qnion members. port groups emphasized the need and drafts in air conditioned rooms has much the same effect as drying has always recognized and given The three-year contract also prime concern to the question of for an extension of subsidies to upon a respiratory musoca. "Summer colds as a result of improper contains a union shop clau.se, a job give a boost to declining Great air conditioning are becoming a common thing and it is not unlikely safety on ships and has taken on security clause and grievance ma­ itself the responsibility of im­ Lakes operations by U.S.-flag that air conditioning has played a role in increasing the incidence of pressing our members with the chinery. According to its' terms, ships. other respiratory disorders," Dr. Montagu concludes. importance of good seamanship owner-drivers will now be able to In the hearings, which will be and giving them a chance to learn pay their monthly operating fees held in Washington and in Mich­ in two instalments rather than in it igan, the MA will consider wheth­ one, as was the practice. Operating Yet no matter how much stress fees will be reimbursed if cars er to extend essential trade routes the union puts on safety proce­ are unable to operate. —notably Europe and the Medi­ EXAMS THIS PERIOD: July 1 - July 31, 1964 dures to members, and no matter terranean—to Great Lakes ship­ The contract will spell the doom Port Seamen Wives CTiildren TOTAL ping, and will examine traffic what safety advances are made in of the driver-supervisor system Baltimore 157 32 13 202 potentials on present routes with the construction of vessels, the previously practiced. Drivers saw Houston 167 12 12 191 a view towards making the present ultimate safety device remains the the old system as a spy operation Mobile. 72 11 12 95 temporarily designated routes individual Seafarer — a Seafarer created to harass them. more permanent. New Orleans. 255 6 31 292 who is professional in his attitudes The TS&AW won a certification The designation of essential on and well-trained in safety prac­ election at the company against the New York 486 33 24 543 the eight Great Lakes routes ex­ tices. A Seafarer who knows Teamsters on January 16 biit filial Philadelphia.. 141 27 27 195 pires at the end of the year. Hart exactly what to do when any decision was held up by the.'NLfeB *San Juan, w . 34 9 19 62 says, he would like to see all cur­ emergency arises. for months due to a Teamster rent routes kept up, and have TOTAL. ..... 1,312 130 138 1,580 Each Seafarer should ask him^ challenge of the electiori results. others added to the essential list .self if he' is such fl man. He should The challenge was turned down *6/21/64 to 8/20/64 as welL ask himself if he has enrolled in by the NLRB, Twentieth Century Miseries MA To Probe Prospects For Lake Shipping New Benefits Won By SIU Taxi Drivers SIU Clink Exams—All Ports �OcMcr t, IfM SEAFARERS Page Fiffeea LOG SEAFARERS PORTS OF THE WORLD An aerial view of the port of Singapore shows the port facilities of this ma or commercial center. In the middle of the picture, near the water, Is Raffles Place and the majority of •the central government offices. 'TTI W wSe Seafarers visiting the port of Singapore who take a walk over the Cavenagh Bridge to the Raffles Hotel for'a cool drink will get this view of the river life of the city. Singapore, the hustling, rushing, crowded center of com­ mercial trading in Southeast Asia, is located at the southern tip of the Malayan Penninsula, on the eastern side of the Malacca Strait. The city of Singapore is located on the southern extremity of the Island of Singapore, an in­ ternally governed free port under the nominal control of the British Commonwealth, The city is wholly dependent upon its international trade, exchanging the goods and produce of the Far East for neces­ sary textiles and machinery of the European and American worlds. Located one degree from the equator, Singapore enjoys the warm, damp climate of the equatorial countries. In a year's time, 95 inches of rain may fall, but the temperature will rarely vary more than a degree or two from the average temperature of 82 degrees. The bustling port is one of the busiest in the world. Ships arrive daily, providing the major industry of the city, and the largest source of income to the majority of the over one million residents. Seafarers visiting this city will first notice the 75 percent Chinese population and will contrast this fact with the western atmosphere and British influence in the center of the city. The city was settled early in the 19th century by a man named Raffles, who was looking for a site to locate the East Indies Trading Company. The name Raffles is still honored in the city, with Raffles Place, the Raffles Hotel and various other buildings and sites around the city bearing his name. A seafarer with time on his hands in Singapore has many ways to enjoy the several recreations provided for the oc­ cupants of the city and those especially instituted for the seaman by the city government. A short walk from the docks, across the Cavenagh bridge to the northeast of the waterfront is the Raffles Hotel, where seafarers of many nationalities gather to enjoy a cool, relaxing drink. Another spot of interest to the Seafarer is to the south of the docks on Ansom Road, where the Connell House is located. Provided especially for seamen, the Connell House provides movies, bar, restaurant, library, billiards-room and accommodations. Twice monthly dances are arranged, with partners provided by The Mission to Seamen (a tie should be worn). Located near the docks is Raffles Place, which faces on Change Ally and Collyer Quay where the seafarer can hag­ gle over prices of trinkets and souvenirs. The seafarer is warned, however, about the possibility of dishonest merchants cheating the tourist to the city with in­ ferior goods. A tourist must also be wary of transportation costs. Taxis, as well as buses and trishaws are available. The cost of a taxi is 40 cents per mile and should be equipped with a meter. Be certain you fix the price of renting a tri­ shaw in advance; the normal rate is 40 ceftts for 15 minutes time. "• Hungry visitors to the city can try-many authentic oriental restaurants like the one pic­ tured above. Seafarers wandering the street may see just such a scene, in which cooks are preparing food for the day's business. • •• • Seafarers sailing on Isthmian ships are regular visitors to the port of Singapore. The Steel Worker, above, is shown docking to unload a cargo of textiles and machineryi �Page Sixteea SEAFARERS Virginia Ports Report Sharp Rise in Shipping NORFOLK—Ports across Virginia are showing a sharp Inoreaaa in ship movement totals and overall volumes of foreign trade for the first quarter of this year, the Virginia State Ports Authority reported. Vessels arriving at Hampton Roads rose from. 1,879 for the first three months of 1963 to 1,494 for the similar period this year, a rise of more than eight percent. Foreign general cargo commerce was. up 22.5 percent across the state, as compared with last year's totals. Exports showed a 26.6 L percent increase and imports were 18.1 percent higher. The total foreign bulk and general cargo trade* for all Virginia i)orta was up 20.3 percent for the first quarter of 1964, with total tonnage at 10,554,317 tons. |;5 The value of Virginia's foreign trade went up 24.1 percent to a ^ value of $357,291,693 for the first quarter of this year. Hampton " Roads ports handled commerce of 10,470,918 tons, worth $352, 148,770. The Hampton Roads tonnage rise amounted to 1,781,951 tons, with exports up 22.4 percent or 1,644,271 tons, and Imports up , -, 9.7 percent or 137,680 tons. Export tonnage of state ports totaled 8,995,730 tons in the first |i quarter, with 7,992,631 tons comprising coal and 698,378 tons mak­ ing up grain and soybeans moved through Hampton Roads. Import totals were 1,558,587 tons, of which 1,021,061 tons were petroleum and 280,883 tons were ores and gypsum. Cargo Preference Tighfeningllrged WASHINGTON—Representative Edward A. Garmatz (D.Md.), charging that government agencies, including, most notably, the Agriculture Department, have "done everything possible to bypass the Cargo Preference Act," has wel­ declare that each government comed the tightening up of agency shall ship at least 50 per­ the regulations of the act, Garmatz, who Is the ranking member of the House Merchant Marine and Fisheries Committee, called the additions to the law "necessary and vitally important." The new regulations now being considered by the General Services Administration cover the proced­ ures and policies to be used by government agencies in moving cargoes covered by the act. The GSA is holding up approval of the changes until it consults with other federal agencies on their views about them. Included in the regulations is a requirement that each federal agency using the Cargo Preference Act "establish and maintain a register to reflect adherence to the act." "Such registers," the proposed regulations say, "shall contain per­ tinent details of the shipments, including, but not limited to, the origin and destination of the ship­ ments, commodity descriptions, and gross weight maintained sep­ arately, by category of vessel. "Registers shall be maintained on a current basis and organized so that adherence to cargo prefer­ ence can be ascertained at all times." Neglect and abuse of the act by federal agencies has been a sore point to the maritime industry, which has seen too many govern­ ment-backed cargoes find their way intfl foreign bottoms. The proposed regulations also ^R.ALL MAtlbSIU ORTblUeiOS USBZIPCODB 1123t AP©?ACpRfiJS cent of all cargo tonnage in U.S. owned ships without regard to deductions of tonnage because of unavailability of American bottoms at fair prices. Representative Garmatz voiced hope that when the regulations are put into effect they will "be strictly enforced by the GSA, not only to assist our merchant marine, but also to decrease our balance ofpayments deficit." Oeiabarliiil LOG Employer Finds Work' I Represent Step Backwards PHILADELPHIA—The industrial growth of states that have adopted so-called "rightto-work" laws has "gone backwards," Abraham Savitt, executive director of the Philadel­ phia Apparel Producers Association, declared in a warning prompted by the efforts of a Washington-based management group to enact such and I find there la no need for their differences and solve prob­ a 'rlght-to-work* law," he said. lems . . . gives each side the right legislation in Pennsylvania. "The system of collective bar­ "The claims mads by advocates gaining that has prevailed in the and opportunity to present their of thls^ law that it would bring United States whereby manage­ grievances and settle them. "If, by law, this system is dis­ industry to these states has proved ment and labor can sit across the rupted, labor and management to be false," he added. "Neither bargaining table and Iron out both will be the losers." has it prevented work stoppages.' Pres. Johnson in seeking reelec­ tion has taken a strong stand against "work" laws and the Democratic platform pledges re­ peal of that section of the TaftHartiey Act which authorizes them. In direct contrast. Sen. Barry Goldwater, the Republican presi­ SAN FRANCISCO—^The SIU -Pacific District-contracted dential candidate, introduced a national so-called "right-to^work' American President Lines has purchased another freighter law in the present Congress and for use until it takes delivery on three cargoliners which are — has consistently urged state laws still being built. The freight-; that would destroy collective bar­ er, a C-2 type formerly called inspections and modifications to gaining. the Gulf Shipper, joins the fit her to the Pacific trade, she "I believe that collective bar­ APL fleet as the President Hard­ will be placed into immediate service. gaining has proven to be one of ing. APL now has three Master the best and most democratic The Gulf Shipper, in service un­ systems in our great country—it der its former owners between Mariner type cargoliners on is the American way," Savitt said Gulf and South American ports, order or under construction in in a statement made public by is the second freighter acquired West Coast shipyards; The Presi­ the National Council for In­ by APL in recent months. In dent Polk, first of the three, will dustrial Peace, which was found­ June, APL bought the C-3 be launched next month. She will ed by the late Mrs. Eleanor Hawaiian Educator from SIU be followed by the President Mon­ Roosevelt and the late Sen. Herb­ Pacific District-contracted Matson roe and the President Harrison. Company officials say that the ert H. Lehman to oppose "R-T-W" Navigation. in the public interest. Under the APL flag, the Presi­ three 23,000 ton vessels will be Savitt said that as a representa­ dent Harding will operate between among the fastest, largest and tive of management in the second West Coast ports and Japan, most highly automated in the largest industry in Philadelphia, Korea, Okinawa, Taiwan, Hong United States merchant fleet. and also a "very important" in­ Kong and the Philippines. The Built at a cost of $37 million,' dustry in Pennsylvania, "I am need for the second freighter was when they join the APL fleet they definitely opposed to the so-called brought about by the retirement wili bring to 13 the number of 'right-to-work' law. from service of the liner Presi­ cargo vessels entering service with the company in the past ten years. "I have been a student of labor- dent Hoover. After undergoing routine dry- The APL fleet now totals 24 management relations and collec­ tive bargaining for many years docking in this port as well as vessels. Second Freighter Acquired By APL By SIDNEY MARGOLIUS Cost Of Living Shows Upswing Led by food and housing prices, your family has to cope with higher living costs this fall, except for appliances and clothing which are still selling at relatively low prices. The price problem calls for close attention to selecting the better values, particularly in food. The Dun & Bradstreet wholesale food index recently hit its highest levels of the year. This is a warning of higher food prices from now untii winter. The recent rises in the cost-of-living index already have pushed living costs to a new high plateau, and have wiped out at least a little of the benefit you got from this year's tax cut. As well as food, a number of durable commodities are moving into a price upswing that can affect the prices of many goods you buy; Especially noticeable is the sharp upswing in copper,prices. Higher prices ot copper and other metals used in housing affect home building and renovation costs, and the cost of housing already is the most serious living-cost problem. Joseph P. McMurray, Chairman of the Federal Home Loan Bank Boiard, reports that the average selling price of a new house has gone up $1,500 in the past year to a new current average of $23,474. This means the average worker can't af­ ford the average new house being built today. In fact, he can afford just about half of one of these new dwellings. The usual yardstick is that you can afford a house about 2V^ times your annual income. On an income of $5,000 a year (typical industrial wage today if you work all year), you can afford a house priced at about $12,500. Here are suggestions for coping with this fall's high housing and food prices: HOUSING: There are four trends that can help moderate-income homeseekers: 1—Mortgage interest rates have dropped to the lowest point in recent years. The lower rates generally in existence today are one of the real achievements of the Kennedy-Johnson Administration on be­ half of consumers. Average mortgage rates now are. 5 and % percent for new homes, and a little under 6 for older houses.' In some areas, especially the West Coast and South, rates are higher. But in New England, the East and the Midwest, rates usually are less. Both interest rates and closing fees tend to be lower at banks than at savings and loan associations, which often assume the longer, and in sothe eases, the riskier mortgages. The three kinds of mortgages usually. available to ybut are "con­ ventional/'' FHA and V.A. In FHA and V.A; motigages^ these agencies, 1 insure the lender against loss, but as with the conventional type, you arrange the mortgage directly with local lenders. In the case of de­ velopment or tract houses, the builder already may have obtained an FHA commitment or V.A. appraisal. Sometimes your choice of which kind of mortgage may be restricted by the availability of the different types locally, or by a builder's Insistence that you use the tyi^ he has arranged for. When there is a choice, which kind you .seek may well depend on the amount ot down payment you can put up, and hoW much you can pay each month. On conventional loans, the repayment period often is shorter— usually 20-25 years, depending on the lender. Too, a larger down payment usually is required. Often 10 to 25 per cent. An FHA mortgage can cover up to 97 per cent of the first $15,000 of FHA-appraised value, plus 90 per cent of the next $5,000, and 75 per cent of any remainder. A V.A. loan, still available to some war veterans, can cover up to 100 per cent of appraised value. Either type allows up to ^0 years to repay, and up to 35 on FHA, If the house was FHA or V.A.-inspected • during construction. On FHA and V.A. mortgages, lenders may charge no more than the maximum set by the'government (although there may be a variation, in some "extra fees such as closing costs). The current FHA rate is 514 per cent plus one-half of 1 per cent for FHA insurance guarantee­ ing the lender against loss, or-a total of 5 and % per cent. The V.A. rate is 514 per cent. 2—Another help to homeseekers is provided by the 1964 Housing Act just signed into law by President Johnson. Among other benefits, the Act provides for direct home loans to the elderly, as well as for farm housing. The Act also provides for home-improvement loans at an interest rate of only 3 per cent for low-income families in urban renev/al areas, to bring their homes up to local standards. 3—Another help is that while prices of new houses are still climbing,' prices of older houses have leveled off. 4—For renters, one help is that an over supply of new apartments has developed in some cities—not a real oversupply but an oversupply at the current high asking prices. The result is . that more concessions are being offered in the new buildings, and rentals in older houses are being pushed down. FOOD BUYING CALENDAR: The major pciee problem is proteiU foods. Turkeys are the buy of the month. They are in especially heavjt supply this Fall. Among red meats, beef, although it has gone up, still offers dome relatively good values. Cheese is in heavy supply, and cai| be. used'to substitute for or supplement meat in many savory dinner, dishes.' .• �Ostobcr t, IfH SEAFARERS By Fred Stewart & Ed Mooney Headquarters Representatives Seafarers Take Pride In Work WMf ScTOiteeB LOG Says Barges Hold Key To Area Growth I 1 / Syery member of the SIU has heard of the old aaying: "The things WASHINGTON — The nation's we do best are the things we like to do best." These words were spoken by some old philosopher years and years ago, bnt today, we. In the SIU, Inland barge industry will thrive wonld rephrase them like this: "The things we do best are the things we as long as river valley residents Ikie best to do and do better with proper, suitable tools and necessary remember that water carriers are the key to industry expansion, the equipment." 4 Even the youngest Seafarer, who has only made one trip, knows American Society of Traffic and that the best way to do a job on board ship is to have the proper Transportation was told recently by Capt. Donald T. Wright, editor knowledge, the proper Interest and the proper tools. of Waterways Journal. No one can deny the importance of these requirements if a job is to "Railroad competition will not be performed in the excellent traditions of the SIU. The necessity of appropriate tools and equipment is obvious to anyone who has ever hurt the barge industry," he said, "as long as the people of the river done a lick, of work—^whether on sea or land. Can you imagine a doctor at work without his stethoscope? A fisher­ valleys understand that the barge man without red, reel, hooks and bait or a carpenter without saw and lines are the geese which lay the hammer? We eould give endless examples, but the lesson is obvious. golden eggs of industrial expan­ Every Seafarer on each and every ship which sails under a SIU sion." contract, should—and does—have adequate, safe working gear and Bulk Cargoes clothing of good quality. This is a requirement that every SIU official Speaking at the annual meeting will insist upon until the last ship sails. of the Society, Capt. Wright said: These requirements are the es-f The giant 125-ton crane, recent+y installed by SlU-con"Industry in-this country—or any­ sential factors that fulfill the basic We all know that we have the where else for that matter—^will tracted Seatrain Lines at its new San Juan terminal, strad­ needs of a seaman in the success­ right to demand the money which not readily spend substantial sums dles the Seatrain New York as it prepares to begin unload­ ful performance of any given task. our services are worth. On the for industrial manufacturing ex­ ing operations. The crane is capable of lifting cargoes And, since they are so basic to other hand, an employer some­ pansion unless they have both rail the work from which we make our times feels that he has the right and water transportation avail­ weighing as much as a quarter of a million'pounds at a time, living, their importance cannot be to offer less than what we consider able." as well as railroad box cars. ignored if our society is to con­ a just wage. "They use water carriers for tinue to progress and prosper. The actual wage which we get The significant thing to realize paid, consequently, is somewhere hauling large quantities of bulk is that a man's worth is based upon between what we have asked for materials and railroads for fast de­ the knowledge and experience with and what the employer has livery, but they want to be sure which he does his job, the willing­ offered. The precise figure is of water-compelled railroad rates." The editor said that competition ness he displays in its performance, usually arrived at as the result the actual results of his work, as of hard bargaining by experienced with barge lines has not apparently well as his use of adequate work­ Union representatives. The point hurt the railroads, but did not SAN JUAN—A huge 125-ton crane at SlU-contracted Seatrain ing gear. to remember here, is that collec­ mention the effect on water car­ Lines' new terminal in the harbor here has speeded up cargo opera­ An important point which every tive, not Individual bargaining, is riers of railroad rate cuts. He tions by permitting the unloading of railroad box cars as well as Seafarer who is aiming at better the method through which a set­ pointed out, however, "the barge trailer truck containers. lines are able to produce trans­ conditions and wages should never tlement is reached on the money The giant piece of machinery, the biggest dockside crane in forget is that: No one must ever we collect on payday. This is the portation far more cheaply than Puerto Rico, can handle heavy industrial cargoes weighing as much expect more wages than he is traditional method used by all any means of transportation which as a quarter of a million pounds at a time. The crane is part of worth—or more than he ean pro­ labor unions at the bargaining pushes, pulls or lifts on land." Seatfain's $1.6 million terminal which is located on the Isla Grande duce. table. Low Bridges in. San Juan Harbor. The Island's newest marine terminal has , Keeping this in mind, it should Never let it be said that anyone been in operation just over a month and has four miles of railroad In another important part of his be obvious to every SIU man, can deny the professional seaman, track. Its marshalling yards can handle up to 220 railroad cars at young or old, to perform his duty equipped as he is with the long address, Capt. Wright issued a call a time. for caution in planning bridges productively. experience and knowledge of his Seatrain has been operating its Puerto Rican service for over a across inland waterways. He asked work, hi? Interest and pride of year, but had been limited to handling only trailer truck containers that such bridges not be built so accomplishment and appropriate, by the facilities previously available. The new terminal adds rail­ tools, the monetary rewards which low that they obstructed waterway road cars, large-sized sealed containers, liquid cargo in tanks and traffic. he so justly deserves. heavy industrial equipment to the shipments which the company "We should not foreclose the Even though the Union never can handle. ability of whole regions of the -(Continued from page 10) lets anyone remain in doubt for With the addition of the new facilities, the shipping company is cleaning or making repairs therein, long when it comes to making our country to compete by closing off offering an expanded schedule of two sailings to Puerto Rico rivers with shortsightedly low the watch on deck during straight reasonable demands known, there every week. time hours shall be paid at the are still a few operators around bridge clearances," he cautioned. rates of $2.24 per hour for those who will stoop to anything in their ratings receiving a basic monthly attempts to combat our efforts. wage of $357.47 or below; $2.28 per For instance, the few scattered hour for those ratings receiving performers in the Industry (who $364.50 but not more than $416.07 number no more than are tolerated and $2,33 per hour for those rat­ in any other line of work) are ings receiving $424.07 or above. regularly mentioned by these in­ On Saturdays, Sundays and Holi­ dividuals every time tlie Union HELENA, Montana—A fruitless appeal to Montana radio and television stations to pro­ days or between the hours of 5 makes a demand for more money. p.m. and 8 a.m. weekdays, the rates This age-old dodge is nothing vide their audiences with alternatives to a mass of radical-right programs has led the for such work shall be $4.47, $4.57 more than an attempt by employ­ Montana State AFL-CIO to ask the Federal Communications Commission for assistance. and $4.65 per hour respectively, ers to put their workers behind James S. Umber, executive 'dependent upon the monthly wage the eight-ball when contract ne­ unsuccessful correspondence and Montana and featuring experts on ranges specified above. gotiation time rolls around. Some­ secretary of the state federa­ visits, some station managers even such issues as the educational Three hours overtime at the rate times this phony argument is used tion, has asked the FCC to refused to disclose whether they needs of the state, Indian affairs of $2.24, $2.28 and $2.33 per hour by management as nothing more help obtain a balance to the right carried radical right programs. and government - participating respectively, dependent upon the than a subterfuge to evade the wing radio and television pro­ health care programs. The appeal to the FCC included monthly wage ranges specified facts or to save them the trouble grams now carried throughout the the names of five nationallyAsk Time above, shall be paid for this work of making an out-right denial of state with "practically no opposing broadcast radical - right programs Pointing out that the laborin addition to the overtime actually our requests. We have shot these viewpoint presented." which account for nearly 100 quar­ offered programs would provide worked, provided however, t,hat ridiculous charges full of enough Fairness Doctrine ter hours each week over 18 of far fewer than the present out­ these three (3) hours overtime holes to sink a battleship in the Umber said his request was be­ shall be paid only once when tanks past, and, you can be sure, we ing made under the provisions of the state's 36 radio stations. These pourings of the radical-right. Um­ are being cleaned on consecutive will continue to shrug them right the FCC's "fairness doctriner" 18 stations are within the listen­ ber asked the FCC to help achieve working days." off the bargaining table in the which requh-es broadcasters to ing area of virtually the state's "at least some dilution of these entire 700,000 population. straight opinion programs." In submitting questions and future. maintain fairness and balance in The radical right broadcasters Every responsible ship operator their programming. work situations for elarification, At issue' is not a particular at­ cited were: 20th Century Reforma-" tack on organized labor, though delegates and crews are reminded in the industry knows that the SIU For nearly six months. Umber tion Hour with Carl Mclntyre; there are many. Umber told the once again to provide as much represents the best trained, best stated, attempts were made to dis­ Christian Crusade with Billy FCC, but rather the ex'tremely re­ detail as possible setting forth the equipped, best self - disciplined, circumstances of any dispute. Be­ well conducted and healthiest sea­ cuss with radio and television sta­ James Hargis; Lifelines; Manion actionary-viewpoint on a broad tion the highly controversial views Forum and America's Future with range of issues regularly present­ sides those mentioned, some of the men in the world. members who were sent clarifi­ This is true because the SIU broadcast by right wing extrem­ R. K. Scott. Nationally, these pro­ ed with no similar programming cations on various subjects during has traditionally been considered ists. The Montana State AFL-CIO grams account for much of the of a liberal viewpoint. the past few days included the a great and militant union by received only "stalling and delay­ 6,000 radical - right broadcasts The FCC appeal by the Montana ' made each week. following: William E. Thompson, everyone in the eountry—both iu ing" replies, he said. State AFL-CIO has received the "Stations which . carry these Ridgefield Victory; E. Lane, and out of the maritime industry. Umber told the FCC that the unanimous support of all local ' Whitehall; L. P. Hagmann, Aldina; It would- be a matter of great programs without any programs Montana AFL-CIO had unsuccess­ central bodies and was undertaken ; Augusto P. Lopez, Steel Artisan; shame if we dropped our high, presenting and opposing view do fully- offered to stations "Montana following a special meeting of all Tforwood E. Gene, Del Alba; John professional standards to the point not provide a balanced viewipoint Looks to the Future," a once-aweek, 15 minute public service state labor affiliates during the P,ennel and Antonio Alfonso, Sea where anyone could consider us to their listeners," he stated. Pioneer. . in terms other than these. Umber s^id that in addition tp, program, produced in Missoula, state convention in August. Giant Seatrain Crane Aids Cargo Handling Beef Box Righfwing Programs Spark Protests By Montana Labor 1% �SEAFARERS Pace Eigfateea OvUkw LOG Submerged Booty Off Florida Brings Treasure Hunt Boom TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Seafarers look beneath you into the waves! The people who know estimate that there is about $400 million worth of various kinds of treasure holding down the ocean's floor off the coast of Florida. The hoards of gold doubloons, jewels and precious metals represents imes vague maps and hit-or-miss two employees from the state au­ the spilt milk of three 'lunting, so that they usually re­ diting department. Though, sin­ hundred years of ^ conquest turned disappointed. The machine cere, the trio could hardly tell a and exploration — mainly by the Spaniards, but by others also—in Latin America and the Caribbean. The treasure got there as the re­ sult of ship wrecks and messy pi­ rates who, too often, allowed their prizes to sink away by pouring one too many cannon balls into them. A good part of it came from the fabulously rich cargoes of a fleet of homeward bound Spanish mer­ chantmen that foundered in a vio­ lent storm off Florida's coast 300 years ago. For generations fortune hunters have dreamed about dredging up sutne profitable part of the ocean's haul. Bits and pieces have been brought up, but just enough to tempt others. In olden times, treas­ ure seekers had to rely on some- Canal Study Gets Okay From House WASHINGTON—The House has passed, by a vote of 320 to 23, a bill authorizing $17.5 million for a study of a new sea level link to replace the Panama Canal. The House bill, passed September 1, is considerably different from a measure approved earlier by the Senate. The principal criticism of the bill came from Representative H. R. Gross (R.-Ia.), who felt Con­ gress should be certain of the legality of the possible use of nuclear energy to help dig the new canal. The limited nuclear test ban treaty of 1963, Gross said, might bar any atomic-digging of the waterway. The House version directs the President to appoint a five-mem­ ber civilian panel to study the project. The bill would require the panel to complete its study and make its recommendations to the White House and Congress by mid-1968. The Senate "bill would create a seven-member panel, including the secretaries of State and Army and the chairman of the Atomic Energy Commission, and would let the study run until early 1966. The Johnson administration has supported the study for a new canal. The support is based on recognition of the problems with Panama over the existing canal and the belief that the existing canal will reach the end of its economic life by the end of the century. I kdilor, ^- age brought automation, however, and hunting methods have become more refined and, correspondingly, more profitable. Just several weeks ago. Real Eight, a Vero Beach-based treas­ ure-seeking corporation latched onto a haul estimated at more than a million dollars. They had an in­ vestment in equipment of $150,000 just to do the looking and hauling. About $1.6 million has been pulled up from the offshore Flori­ da bottom in the past two months alone. Real Eight, meanwhile, is continuing its dredging in a shroud of secrecy reminiscent of the Abomb project. Besides competitors, they are, it appears, a little anxious about the Florida state government. And here, for all potential treasure-seekers, lies the rub. Florida demands 25 per cent of any haul brought up from Davy Jones locker. And the state's offi­ cials are tiffed because they have not been receiving it. Except for licensing salvaging firms, the state has little control over them, with the 25 per cent— which amounts to $400,000 already —coming Into the state treasury on an almost voluntary basis. The last time the state looked into a treasure haul, it assigned to the task a state trooper and Discover Fish Unharmed By Radiated Diet BOULDER, COLO.—There ap­ parently Is no significant biological change in fish that have been fed relatively large amounts of radio­ active substance, it was disclosed in experiments at the General Electric's Hanford Laboratories here. The experiments were described by Dr. R. E. Nakatani, manager of aquatic biology at the labora­ tory, in a presentation to the Eco­ logical Society of America. Groups of trout were fed zinc-65 daily, explained Dr. Nakatani, over a four-month period and actually had a faster growth rate than those fish that did not receive the zinc-65 —and there was no change in blood or tissue. He said that trout with more than 10,000 times the amount of zinc-65 observed in Columbia River fish showed no apparent change in behavior during swim tests. piece of eight from a doubloon since they lacked the necessary expertise. Now, with the treasure business on the upswing again, Florida has hired a treasure seeker of its own. He is Claude Clausen, a Gaines­ ville archeologlst. His job will be to go around examining other people's treasure and eictracting the state's cuf. He will have to know his business since many of the coins and articles found are worth many times their intrinsic value, and he will have to be able to tell their real worth. He will start work by looking over two salvage operations now going on, one on the Gulf side of the Florida peninsula and the other on the ocean side. If treas­ ure hunters fail to give him cheery welcome when he shows up it will be understandable. Meanwhile, the great salty coin collecting hobby is booming In the sparkling waters off Florida. See No Relief In Sight For Tanker Excess Excess capacity, a major prob­ lem of tanker operators, will be around for at least another three years, according to a survey taken by a London maritime research group. The main reason for the imbal­ ance between the total number of tankers and the world require­ ments for oil shipment is given as the continuing upswing in tanker building, which over the past years has exceeded the need for oil carriers. The survey, covering the years 1963 to 1967, was issued by Inde­ pendent Sea Transport Research, Ltd. The result of the excess ca­ pacity, the survey said,_wll be a generally weak freight market for tankers. The survey has dimmed year-old hopes that the tanker sec­ tion of the maritime industry was on the verge of reaching a balance between the laws of supply and demand. One of the chief reasons for the steady growth in the size of tanker fleets has been the low prices of­ fered on new vessels by the world's shipyards. Many tanker owners simply cannot resist the bargains being offered by the shipbuilders. As an example, an order was recently placed for a large tanker wiMi the cost at a modest $92 per deadweight ton. Since 1963, when some observ­ ers predicted an evening-out of the tanker situation if building were kept within necessary limits, new orders for tankers have reached a. whopping 12 million deadweight tons. Taking such factors as tanker orders on hand and estimates for oil demand, the study found that there will be a tanker cargo poten­ tial of 942 million tons in 1967, with only about 898 million tons of oil having to be transported. Tanker operators, it is said, have learned to live with the ex­ cess capacity problem where they can afford to. The major oil com­ panies, of course, benefit from the problem since it tends to keep rates low. Action In the marketplace offers a method for trade unionists to as­ sist each other in their campaign for decent wages and -better con­ ditions. Seafarers and their families are urged to support a consumer boy­ cott by trade uniqnists against various companies whose products are * produced under non-union conditions, or which* are "unfair to labor." (This listing carries the name of the AFL-CIO unions in­ volved, and will be amended from time to time.) "Lee" brand tires (United Rubber, Cork, Linoleum & Plastic Workers^ ittt Blast Navy On Foreign Boat Order BROOKLYN—Navy Yard work­ ers, angered by a $6.3 million deal the Navy Department has made with Norway for the construction of patrol boats, have wired their protest to President Johnson. Th# contract, announced in Oslo, had an especially telling effect on the workers since it coincided with the layoff of another 94 skilled ship­ builders in the Yard. The . Brooklyn Metal Trades Council, AFL-CIO, which repre­ sents the 9,950 workers at the in­ stallation, asked in the wire why the work was sent overseas when t 4 "these vessels could have been Eastern Ait Lines built in the Brooklyn Navy Yard (Flight Engineers) or any other of the Navy yards, all 4" t of which are desperately seeking H. I. Siegel more work to avoid closing or cut­ "HIS" brand men's elothes backs." (Amalgamated Clothing Workers) James Dolan, president of the BMTC, also charged the Adminis­ » ^ ^ tration with "promoting prosperity Sears, Roebuck Company in Norway and poverty in Brook­ Retail stores Se products lyn." He said the Norwegian order (Retail Clerks) could have provided four years 4i work for the workers who were Stitzel-Weller Distilleries laid off. "Old Fitzgerald," "Old Elk" The Yard is planning to dismi.s3 "Cabin StiU," «W. L. Weller" another 77 workers by October 6. Bourbon whiskeys All the men laid off, Dolan said, (Distillery Workers) are family men, some with 30 years of government service. 4. The agreement with Norway J. R. Simplot Potato Co. calis for the construction in that Frozen potato products country of eight, 80-foot torpedo (Grain Millers) boats for the Navy. 4» 4i Commenting on the deai and the Kingsport Press layoffs. New York City Labor "World Book," "Chiidcraft" Commissioner Louis Broido fore­ (Printing Pressmen) casted despairingly that the (Typographers, Bookbinders) Brooklyn installation "was doomed (Machinists, Stereotypers) to close under present Naval pro­ 4^ $1 curement policies." Jamestown Sterling Corp. He warned that if the Yard did Southern Furniture Mfg. Co. close it would mean a $1 billion Furniture and Bedding loss to business in the city and (United Furniture Workers) the area around it. 'Hot Cargo' Stand Upheld By NLRB WASHINGTON—Building trades unions may lawfully use economic force to seek agreements with prime contractors that they will use only union subcontractors on construction jobs, the National Labor Re-*** lations Board has ruled in a Taft-Hartley law in light of NLRB reversal of prior board ruL doctrines set forth in the Colson ings. President C. J. Haggerty of the AFL-CIO Building & Construction Trades Dept. hailed the ruling as one upholding the department's position In a legal dispute over picketing. He said the decision showed "courage" because "it is a rare thing for the NLRB to admit error." The ruling, Haggerty said, will "give real meaning to the en­ actment by. Congress permitting the building trades to seek agree­ ments requiring prime contractors to take on only union subcontrac­ tors." It will, he said, "protect our union security" and stabilize the construction industry. The decision involves the Northeastern Indiana Building 8c Construction T fa d e s Council, eight of its aAiliated local unions, and Centlivre Village Apartments, a $7 million construction project in Fort Wayne, Ind. A trial examiner ruled in Feb­ ruary that picketing by the un­ ions at the job site, where a sub­ contractor was working with mem­ bers of an unaffiliated union, violiated Sec. 8(b)(4)(A) of'the and Stevens .ease, decided in 1962. The board's opinion in Coison and Stevens was that Congress in­ tended to legalize voluntary agree­ ments on contracting at construc­ tion sites but that the use of eco­ nomic iforce to compel an employ­ er to enter into a "hot cargo" agreement violated the law. Since the ruling, the U.S. Court of Appeals in three separate cir­ cuits has ruled the board was wrong, holding in one leading case that "secondary subcontracting clauses in the construction indus­ try are lawful under the proviso to Sec. 8(e), and economic force may be usej to obtain them." All five board members, in the Northeastern Indiana case, reached this conclusionj In view of the unanimous court rejection" of the Colson and Stevens rationale, the board has "re-examined its posi­ tion and now agrees with the court interpretation." Therefore they overruled that portion of the former decision on which the ex­ aminer relied and dismissed his finding that the unions violated: one section of the law. �SEAFAMER9 October t, 1N4 Vac* lOMfMB LOG Hastings Crew Takes Ceffee Break SIU crewmembers who were sailing on th® Rio Grande (Oriental Exporters) when th® ship went to the rescue of the failing Greek liner Lakonia in December last year, have re­ ceived a special bonus from one of the passengers of th® ill-stricken vessel. According to Hugh D. Cur--* ran, ship's delegate of the Rio meeting was made to have an air ley gangs aboard the following Grande, the Captain recently conditioner installed in the crew's ships have been given kudos by messroom eo they could at least their crews: Chatham (Waterman); Floridian (South American and eat in comfort. Caribbean); Columbia (US Steel); XXX ' T. A. Jackson, meeting chair­ Seneca (Marine Carriers); Haleyon man aboard the Seamar (Calmar) reports that the crew recently dug Into its pockets and donated $1 apiece to have the television set repaired at the next port. At the same time he reported the wash­ 3^ t l" The Captain of the Del Aires ing. machine needed repairs. Both (Delta) has asked the cooperation of these items were taken care of of the drew in keeping the ship a quite satisfactorily, he added. XXX safe vessel by reporting every in­ A scarcity of keys for lockers jury, no matter how small, says Righetti Jackson Basile (Tiny) Pala^, ship's dele- and rooms has ben plaguing the Gateway City (Sea-Land) because Panther (Halcyon); Andrew Jack­ the men keep forgetting to leave son (Waterman) Midland (Clear the keys behind after" payoff, Water); Del Monte (Delta) and says ship's delegate Joseph San Juan (Sea-Land). Righetti. As an added incentive to XXX leave the keys behind, the mate is The crew aboard the Steel King asking each man to "donate" $1 to the key fund, which will be re­ (Isthmian) is up in the air, or turned when the key is returned. rather off the air, these days be­ cause of the long hours in which XXX Many Seafarers aboard the Sparks operates his ham set. Summit (Sea-Land) are worried Seems to cause so much static Curra® Deal® about their clothes not being clean that no one else aboard the vessel gate. He also asked the crew to enough, and have asked that the can listen to their radios, nays continue with their safe practices agitator in the crew's washing Clyde Parker, ship's delegate. and to keep accidents at a mini­ machine be replaced. They think it XXX mum. really needs it, says meeting chair­ The two electricians aboard the 4i t man F. T. Di Carlo. Halcyon Panther (Halcyon) did a magnificant job in rebuilding the XXX The crew of the Steel Maker (Isthmian) has been very pleased Always appreciative of good recreation room, says meeting sec­ with the service it has been get­ service and fine cooking in the retary Frank Kustura, and the ting from the galley gang as of SIU manner, crews are always crew showed its appreciation for late and singled out the two mess- ready to sihow their appreciation the work during the good and men as being the target of their to the steward department. Gal- welfare section of a shipboard praise. According to,ship's dele-^ noeeting by giving them a heart­ gate Fred Tampol, messmen Duffy felt vote of thanks. and Sepata were given a special LOG-A-RHYTHM: XXX vote of thanks by the crew during Again the troubles that revolve the good and welfare section of around shipboard washing ma­ a recent shipboard meeting. chines have arisen, this time XXX aboard the Robin Sherwood i Rob­ Crewmembers of the North­ in Lines). The crew has been western Victory (Victory Carriers) asked to cooperate in seeing that have been having some trouble the natives in Beira did not use remembering their watches while the machine while the ship was Charles L. Hosier relaxing in the crew's lounge, rein port there. The brothers were 'ports meeting secretary Edwaird The rains come down also warned not to overload the The wihifs blow hard J. Wright, and for this reason have machine themselves, David Smith, asked that a clock be installed. The seas rise high meeting secretary reports. Ships roll from side to side They probably want to know when XXX Sailors brave live and die to quit relaxing and go to bed. H. K. Pierce, meeting chairman Upon the mighty sea 4" t ii aboard the Transindia (Hudson) Upon the mighty sea. reports that the galley gang re­ During the good and welfare cently went on an economy drive section of a recent shipboard meet­ To sail a ship centred around the request for ing aboard the Del Sud (Delta) a Through a stormy sea a new grill and a slicing machine. motion was made and unamiously The open door of heaven They feel they can do a very good passed to dip into the ship's fund A slight glimpse to see job of cutting expenses this way. and have the movie machine re­ He is proud to be called paired at the next port. The fel­ A sailor of the sea XXX lows feel the need for a little A sailor of the mighty sea In an all out effort to prevent diversion in the form of movies, A sailor of the mighty, mighty sea. yawns and red eyes of men going saj's ship's delegate F. C. Deale. on watch, the crew of the Alcoa XXX A sailor he'll always he Runner (Alcoa) has been asked to For thus he is meant to be keep the noise down in the pas­ The crew of the Pena Exporter sageways as much as possible. (Penn Export) would be having a Take away the sailing names And not e'en his soul remains They were reminded that at all very happy trip, according to hours of the day or night there Wesley Leonard, ship's delegate, if Let him be a sailor Let ,his hands rest on the tiller is someone asleep who needs his it weren't for the fact that it is rest, says Charles E. Turner, meet­ usually too hot to sleep at night. As a sailor of the sea ing secretary. A sailor of the high, high sea. A suggestion at a recent shipboard gave them a tape recorder, for the crew's use, which he said was a gift from a doctor who was aboard the Lakonia during the rescue. The crew is quite happy about this, Ourran says, and "he notes that there are stiiU seven men abdard who took part in the rescue operation. Crewmembers of the Hastings (Waterman) relax from tlieir duties for awhile to enjoy a good cup of coffee from the galley and to chew the fat before returning to their jobs. Pictured above are (l-r) Pete Kordenls, Bos'n; Jomes Bush, deck maintenance; and John Bertte, deck maintenance. The picture was taken aboard the-Hasting by ship's delegate Richard Bioomquist. Family Thanks SiU For Check Seeing Europe On SiU Pension To the Editor: I want to thank the SIU for all it has done for me since I retired. For the first time I have really been able to see Europe. Right now I am visiting at the Ostseebad-Geamite on - a holi­ day in West Germany. I am spending ten days here and it has only been made possible for To the Editor: My wife and I wish to take this opportunity to send our thanks and very deep gratitude for the financial assistance ex­ tended to my father during his recent stay in St. Vincent's Hospital, Staten Island, N.Y. We will always be grateful for the checks that were sent to help us out of a situation that was made easier by the helping hand of SIU. Walter Gustauson X All letters to the Editor for publication in the SEAFARERS LOG must be signed by the. writer. Names will be withheld upon request. me by the SIU and the pension I get through the SIU Welfare Plan. _ I am really glad to say that I have been and still am a member of this wonderful Union. Charles J. Grant Famiiy Thanks SIU Ship Crew To the Editor: The family of Jan V. Rooms would like very much to express our sidcere and heartfelt »ppreeiation for the donation that was given ^ to us by the crew ot the S.S. Colorado, Voyage 8. With this money a beautiful wreath was sent to Belgium and placed upon the grave of Jan's mother, Elizabeth Rooms. The Rooms Fantily / X X Asks Visitors While Laid Up To the Editor: I just wanted to say a big hello to all my old shipmates in the SIU. I've been laid up in Colbert's Nursing home, 2445 Esplanade, New Orleans for the last few months. I'm gradually recovering after a stay of many months at Marine Hospital. The medics tell me I'm coming along nicely, but I'm still an out­ patient. They've got me coming into the clinic there twice a week for treatment and exercise. Even though I have a lot of ti-ouble getting around, I'm real­ ly showing these nursing home people that it takes more than a couple of sawbones and nurses to stop an old time SIU man like me. I sure do hope that any of my former shipmates in the New Orleans neighborhood come over and pass a little time with me. I would really appreciate seeing some of those old faces again. In closing, I want to wish for •mooth sailing and pleasant voyages for the SIU and all its members everywhere. Dosha "Spider" Korolia ff OFF lUC 1-bRT TH-THERg S. A MrME^A/P/ The High, High Sea \/ A MERAAAt^ ^ YAIEAAJ OAIE OF THEM f£MAt£ ckE/KTU/ZBS OFTUES£Af C'MON — A ^ NOTOH^ COMPANY TJMBJJL. �SEAFARERS Paffe Twenty LOG WW II Mishaps Didn't Dampen Sailing Spirits Of Seafarers After listening to a veteran Seafarer spin yarns about his wartime experiences, a listen­ er often gets the idea that the only way to survive in the business is to have double the nine lives of the proverbial cat. The true-blue SIU man, of course, doesn't spend his time worry­ ing about how many lives he's"^ the Soviet Union. It was three tion, however there was neither blessed with. All he knows, months before they could get fire nor explosion. is that it will take a good deal transportation to Glasgow, where Rose, who lives in Balitmore, has more than a mere maritime mis­ hap to make him earn his keep shoreside. Three SIU members who were recently interviewed in Balti^more are living examples of the typical Seafarer's determination to keep sailing despite previous unlucky trips. Pete Losado, a black gang member, and James Rose, a deck department veteran, are both sur­ vivors of disasters occurring dur­ ing the treacherous World War II period. Lloyd Short, who almost Losado Rose went down with his ship ten years ago, only regrets that he didn't begin his career as a professional seaman earlier. Death and disaster were the con­ stant companions of the Seafarers on the lonely World War II con­ voys through the U-Boat Infested waters to Russia. Even though they were faced with this threat, SIU members kept riding the cargo ships that provided our war­ time allies with vitally necessary supplies. Losado, who holds a firema n- watertender rating, was sail­ ing on a Water­ Short man ship bound for Murmansk when it was tor­ pedoed by the Germans. The crew abandoned their stricken ship, but were luokiiy picked up by a Canadian naval vessel. The torpedoed crewmembers were transferred to another ship which was also heading toward Oetober •, 1M4 Notify Union On LOQ Mail As Seafarers know, copies of each issue of the SEAFARERS LOG are mailed every two weeks to all SIU ships as well as to numerous clubs, bars and other overseas spots where Seafarers congregate ashore. The procedure for mailing the LOG involves calling all SIU steamship companies for the itiheraries of their ships. On the basis of the information supplied by the ship oper­ ator, four copies of the LOQ, and minutes forms are then air­ mailed to the agent in the next port. Similarly, the seamen's clubs get various quantities of LOGs at every mailingr The LOG is sent to any club when a Seafarer requests it by notifying the LOG office that Seafarers con­ gregate there. As always the Union would like to hear promptly from SIU ships whenever the LOG and ship's mail is not delivered so that the Union can maintain a day-to-day check on the accuracy of its mailing lists. they were put aboard the Queen been shipping for 20 years. He Mary for a trip in wartime style has acquired quite a reputation as to Boston. a designer and builder of model sailing ships. In building his Wins Citation Losado, who is a native of models, he restricts himself to Puerto Rico, Is now 63, and has using only discarded dunnage and been sailing with the SIU for 23 trash which he finds on deck for years. As a result of the World his replicas. In the tradition of War II Incident, he is the proud age-old model craftsmen, he uses recipient today of a citation signed tiny pegs whittled from toothpicks, by President Harry S. Truman. rather than glue. For some time in the past, Seafarers have heard quite a bit Lloyd Short Is the last of the Now a resident of Baltimore, he of information from the Union about the Maritime Advance­ trio of Baltimore Seafarers who expects to retire in two years. ment Program and what it can do for the individual Seafarer. kept faith with the sea despite a Rose is also a veteran of the serious near-miss some ten years It has promised a bright, bet--*^ — U.S. Merchant Marine during World War IL Unlike Losado, he ago. Short was taking it easy ter future for those taking menu and meal planning. He managed to get through the shoot­ while the Alcoa Runner (Alcoa) advantage of the various visited large produce houses and meat packing houses to see how ing part of the conflict without a was crossing Chesapeake Bay services of the program. various kinds of food are handled. scratch. Instead of coming to grief "when a Liberty ship came com­ Vernon Douglas, however, is with the enemy. Rose almost was pletely through the foc'sle with Seafarer who had to see for himWhen he finished, he returned me in the bunk," as he puts it. sent to the bottom by the Navy. yself. Douglas, to the sea to help make the ships The ship's log said it was a good "I didn't get hit until the war chief steward, is he sailed become 'good feeders'. was over, and then the U.S. Navy thing I wasn't in my bunk, but I now singing the Douglas reveals that since he praises of the attended the class, he has received came out and did it," said Rose was," he wryly comments. He Maritime Ad­ the plaudits of his fellow crew­ as he recalls his close scrape. remembers that the oiler in his vancement Pro­ members. When he first graduated Seventeen years ago he was work­ room had three bottles of hair gram, and, in ing on a tanker out of Norfolk, 'tonic which broke and soaked him from the training school, Douglas letter to the went to Norfolk and shipped bound for New York, when his thoroughly. LOG, hae given aboard the Henry (Progressive). Holding a fireman-oiler's rating ship collided with a Navy vessel. some very sound He says he immediately began to 'First they hit us on the bow, and before he retired in May, Short reasons for do­ apply his training, and the crew then backed off and wacked us originally started out as a rail­ Douglas ing so. again on the stern," he sadly re­ roader. However, the Great De­ responded with ^ warmth and He attended the Stewards Train­ gratitude he had not seen in many members. pression made work scarce, and By ail laws of chance neither he started sailing in the late 1930's. ing and Recertification course years. When he left the ship later ship should have survived the col­ Now living on his SIU pension. offered by the MAP where he to take a rest on the shore, he lision. Rose's ship was laden with Short lives in Balitmore where he learned about the up-to-date meth­ "left the ship in the MAP school's petroleum, while the Naval vessel can spend plenty of time garden­ ods of the food industry in food maqner—no beefs." storage and also took lessons in was reportedly carrying ammuni­ ing, his favorite hobby. After receiving such a warm welcome on the Henry, Douglas shipped out aboard the Kenmar AFOUNDRIA (Waterman), August fine voyage with cooperation from department delegates. Brqther Law­ (Calmar) where he is sailing now. 29—Chairman, J. Kennedy; Secretary, all hands. No beefs were reported. rence ConticeUo was elected to serve R. Morrow. Ship's delegate reported Vote of thanks extended to the deck as ship's delegate. By the end of the first trip he that everything Is running smoothly and steward departments. $21 In could report smooth sailing in the with no beefs. $6 in ship's fund. ship's fund. COEUR D'ALENB VICTORY (Vic­ Crew requested to keep messrooni galley and a vote of thanks from tory Carriers), Sept. 13—Chairman, clean at all times, and to dress prop­ BiENViLLE (Sea-Land), September Raynor; Secretary, Powaii. Few hours the "Old Man." erly when entering messhall. General 21—Chairman, R. Risk; Secretary, disputed OT in deck and engine de­ But Douglas wants to mak? sure discussion held on ice problem and Juan Cruz. No beefs reported. Every­ partments. Request for ice machine. the crew was asked to be conserva­ thing is running smoothly. Brother July 19—Chairman, Raynor; Secre­ that everybody knows he is not tive with Ice at all times. D. G. Chafin was elected to serve as tary, Powaii. Letter to be sent to tooting his own horn. He is just new ship's delegate. Discussion re­ headquarters requesting clarlflcatlon of restriction to ship. FAIRLAND (Sea-Land), September garding mail delivery. Crew claims It pointing out how effective the IS—Chairman, John J. McHale; Secre­ Is not delivered when It should be. MAP training was. tary, Joseph Moody. No beefs and no LONCViEW VICTORY (Victory Cardisputed OT reported by department I am patting the MAP Steward tiers), Sept. 12—Chairman, Carl LawRAPHAEL SEMMES (Sea-Land), delegates. son; Secretary, Robert W. Ferrandii, September 23—Chairman, Thomas J. School on the bacjc," he says, "be­ No beefs reported by department cause those two ships were run delegates. Brother Mike Burns was STEEL EXECUTIVE (isthmian), elected to serve as ship's delegate. September 13—Chairman, Ken Cann; the way the school taught me." Secretary, Star Welis. Ship sailed Douglas is the first to admit he LUCILLE BLOOMFIELD (Bloomshort one fireman who paid off in field), Sept. 12 — Chairman, C. L. Hinolulu due to son's death. $143 misunderstood the plan when the Moody; Secretary, R. W. Birmingham. was collected and donated by the union first introduced it several $19 in ship's fund. Brother Arthur crew. $10 in ship's fund. No beefs Rudnicki was elected to serve as years ago. "I thought it was just reported. It was suggested that the ship's delegate. No beefs reported. men leaving ship should be sure to making more paperwork for the leave their bunks and lockers clean chief steward," he claims, "but it JOHN B. WATERMAN (Waterman), for the new men. Sept. 19—Chairman, John H. Morris. was mainly because I did not Secretary, None. Repair lists turned HASTINGS (Waterman), September really understand what they were in by department heads. Some dis­ 13—Chairman, James R. Boone; Sec­ puted OT pertaining to delayed sail­ retary, J. E. Welis. Some minor beefs talking about. ing from Baltimore. BNerythIng else to be straightened out at payoff. Dis­ tanks. Vote of thanks to the ship's "The steward school teaches you delegate and the steward department seems to be running smoothly in all cussion regarding watchmen in Paki­ for job well done. departments. Discussion held on safe­ stan and how to keep them out of how the food plan should work ty. Vote of thanks extended to deck crew's washrooms, quarters and froip as well as many other subjects on LONG LINES (Isthmian), Septem­ department watch from Brother using drinking fountain. Vote of ber 14—Chairman, Richard Grant; W. H. Simmons, steward, for the fine thanks extended to the steward de­ how' to run a steward department. • Secretary, Herbert Libby. Crew re­ partment. way they kept the messroom and The chief steward can never know pantry, and thanks to the ship's DEL NORTE (Delta), August 9— quested to cooperate in keeping mess­ crew for the fine cooperation. Chairman, James L. Tucker; Secre­ hall and laundries clean. Vote of enough about preparing food for a ; thanks to the steward department for tary, Biii Kaiser. No beefs reported ships crew. The steward training LA SALLE (Waterman), Aug. Itby department delegates. $96.66 in fine menus and service. Chairman, Jimmie Bartlett; Secretary, and recertification course offered ship's fund and $111.90 in movie SPITFIRE (American Bulk), Sep­ Claude Garnett. Ship's delegate In­ fund. Brother Reuben Belletty was gives the chief steward a chance tember 13—Chairman, Curtis Nelson; formed crew of the death of Brother elected to serve as ship's delegate. to refine his skills and to learn Crewmembers requested to dress Secretary, Charles Hensclha. All re­ Jose Gonzalez who passed away just pairs being taken care of. No beefs before sailing from Brooklyn Army properly when coming in messhall. newly-developed methods In food reported by department delegates. Terminal on August 17. Brother Gon­ planning and preparation. Driscoll; Secretary, John J. Naughton. zalez is sadly missed by all his ship­ DEL NORTE (Delta), Septembar 13 mates aboard the La Salle. $2.80 in —Chairman, James L. Tucker; Secre­ $7.22 in ship's fund. No beefs report­ The food plan is doing a great Everything is running tary, Bill Kaiser. Few hours disputed ed. Crewmembers requested to re­ ship's fund. job, in serving this purpose, Doug­ turn cups to the pantry, and to smoothly in all departments. OT in deck, and steward departments. $133 in ship's fund and $429.90 in donate change to the ship's fund. las feels, by giving the chief ste­ SEA PIONEER (Pioneer Tankers), movie fund. Motion made to have a wards the low-down on how to BELOIT VICTORY (Marina Man­ shower installed in the locker for­ Sept. 19—Chairman, G. WUes; Secre­ agers), August 30—Chairman, William ward of the aft mast table for shore tary, John Penneil. $7 in ship's fund. make the ships they sail even bet­ gang and stevedores in Buenos Aires Lennox; Secretary, Harold M. Karl- Some disputed OT in each depart­ ter feeders. and other ports so as to keep them sen. Discussion regarding water in ment. Vote' of thanks extended to from using the deck department the steward department for a Job He also urged everyone that showers. PENN CARRIER (Pann Shipping), well done. sails with an MAP steward to let Sept. 5—Chairman, Donald Hewson; Secretary, C. E. Lee. Brother Thomas SACRAMENTO (Sacramento Trans­ the Union, and the other members WACOSTA (Waterman), Aug. 14— port), September 18—Chairman, John J. King was elected to serve as ship's Chairman, Charles Johnson; Secretary, through the LOG, know how they D. Gribbie; Secretary, John L. Mundelegate. No beefs reported by de­ Ramon Ferrers. Few hours disputed feel about MAP and how It is nariyn. Held general dlscus.sion. No partment delegates. Vote of thanks OT in deck and engine departments. major beefs reported. to the chief steward. Teddy Kross, No beefs reported. Vote of thanks working on their ship. and steward department for a Job extended to Ramon Ferrers for sav­ "They put Ranger Seven on the well done. SAN FRANCISCO (Sea-Land), Sep­ ing a man's life while at sea. Vote tember 23—Chairman, H. R. Nathey; of thanks to the steward department moon—that was progress for the Secretary, S. M. Simos. Ship's dele­ FANWOOD (Waterman), Sept. <— and a very good steward. Thanks to country. They put MAP stewards gate reported that everything is Chairman, K. Winters; Secretary, Sid- headquarters and the LOO staff for running smoothly. This has been a nay A. Garner. No beefs reported by a Job well done. on the ships—that is progress for the SIU," Douglas concludes. Chief Steward Praises AdvancementProgram �^Oc i's^r^B^S'Ti ^"x $-•"& 'J? »ni( " •" , ''®M, "e tfone''; «« .?®'e». J*Po«ed "o^e. ""Part'enf ^"'ar 0E(_ ' ^ "" «nd „ * »• ° A', ew B ^'frsw .a'»Haf) . '''"ne. ijj ' .is, "-*rf-«e/r*iC: .%f;SK.;;f; "^''^P s •.-•••.V-V-Sv i«Wmm «SP ^"tfer* ®Pf /A *34.30 ?„"'• ®eere,t"C/,a/^'ani/ « , ' iirpi;T ^««s/oj,®"*^ «onUre. Of ih •"P'/; i 2!b« « ' *^ea ^^S'-essJ ^rote I '^anj^a ir , ^epe/^ r «4..',^' XtyJ-p's oet „ ^ / "aj '7^!""r"'«n.''%'Oe/f,; ;i W?O';?««S7J,'««» ft, iX».iXfetX'?ss; , •« t.sSS^'iS, «, WMMM r A«n ''"-»»«b.,' «< / b« * *««' a'taSf"""-. B„ !"• ""d '**™ /^uta^ •^2i.'^r£c 'Sffai-aa-u-; """acS", •'«'°ST neffl.^'/ v3S;-w «2?Sf --••» 1 '"•)' «• .e'j *" "0 'Wyfioot' • "»»' '"y ^lu h.!,-""<hct *Ojp j "w;yyV • �T SEAFARERS Pue '^wenty-fw* sro AJEUEavAi:.s and Know Your Righfs All of the following SlU families have received maternity benefits from the Seafarers Welfare Plan, plus a $25 bond from the Union in the baby's name: Mercedes Rod|riquez, born Au­ Sherrie Bryan, bom April 17, Thomas Burke, born May 20, 1964, to the Gordon T. Burkes, Al­ 1964, to the Harvey T. Bryan's, gust 1, 1964, to the Sixto Rodriquez's. Ponce, P.R. Baltimore, Md. pena, Michigan. t i Patrick McBrlde, born April 22, 1964, to the Bernard J. McBrides Toledo, Ohio. ^ Claire Michelle Lippa, born June 27, 1964, to the Joseph E Lippas, Baltimore, Md. t t , 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4. 4 4 4 4 4 4 ' Robert Davis, Jr., born June 19, Beth Myrtle Sadis, born July 17, 1964, to the James R. Sachs', Phil­ 1964, to the Robert Davis', Galves­ ton, Texas. adelphia, Pa. Sandy Joseph Huval, bom May Janine Elizabeth Kline, born June 16, 1964, to the Alvln F. 24, 1964, to the Joseph R. Huval's, Breaux-Bridge, La. Kline's, New Orleans, La. Joanne Bischoff, born June 18, Allen Dirk Higham, born July Patricia Ann Laughlin, bom June 2. 1964. to the Kenneth G 6, 1964, to the Armon Higham's, 1964, to the Walter R. Bischoff's, Arcadia, Mich. Houston, Texas. Laughlins. Marrero, La. J* i" Oatober t, MM LOG Melanle Mignano, born July 7, Henry Kugler, born August 2, Burchette Chandra Purifoy, born May 8. 1984, to the Eddie Purlfoys, 1964, to the Henry Kugler's, New 1964, to the Benjamin Mlgnano's, Garden Grove, Calif. York, N.Y. Mobile. Alabama. 3» 4» i i 4. 4 4 4 4 4 4 4- 4" t 4 4 4 4 4 4 4. 4> 4. Maureen O'Dee, born July 18, Thomas Rogers, born June 29, Frank Reed, born June 19, 1964, to the Guy O. Reeds, Frankfort, 1964, to the Floyd T. Rogers', 1964, to the Robert A. O'Dee's, Falrview Park, Ohio. Laurel, Del. Mich. Joyce Stewart, bom July 4, Peggy Robinson, born July 4, Angela Marie Franks, born June 9, 1964, to the Robert B. Franks', 1964, to the John A. Robinson's, 1964, to the Bobby W. Stewart's, Splro, Oklahoma. Toledo, Ohio. Portland, Oregon. Antonio Tonelll, born July 5, Robert Peter Bekier, born July Craig Power, born June 12, 1964, to the Joseph Power's, Phila­ 12. 1964. to the Robert Bekier's, 1964, to the Anthony Tonelli's, Dorchester, Mass. Toledo, Ohio. delphia, Pa. FINANCIAL RBFORTt. Tha eonitltutlon of tho SIU AUanUe. Gulf, LakM and Inland Watera Dlatrlct makaa apeciflo provlaloa for aafeguardlns tha membership'! money and Union finance!. Tho conaUtuUon require! a detailad CPA audit every three month! by a rank and file auditing committee elected by the membership. AU Union record! are avaUable at SIU headquarters In Brooklyn. TRUST FUNDS. AU trust fund! of tho SIU Atlantic. Gulf. Lakes and Inland Waters District are administered In accordance with the provision! of various trust fund agreements. AU these agreements specify that the trustees In charge of these funds shaU consist equally 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. AU trust fund financial records are avaUable at the headquarters of tha various trust funds. IHIPPINO RIGHTS. Your shipping rights and seniority are protected exclusively by the contracts between the Union gnd the shipowners. Get to know your shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and avaU­ able In aU Union haUs. If you feel there has been any violation of your shipping or seniority rights as contained In the contracts between the Union and the shipowners, notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified maU. return receipt requested. The proper address for this Is: Earl Shepard, Chairman. Seafarers Appeals Board 17 Battery Place. Suite 1930. New York 4. N.Y. Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to you at aU times, either by writing directly to the Union or to the Seafarers Aopeals Board. CONTRACTg. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in aU SIU haUs. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which you worl; and live aboard ship. Know your contract rights, as weU as your obligations, such as filing for OT on the proper sheets and In the proper manner. If. at any time, any SIU patrolman or other Union official, in your opinion, •falls to protect your contract rights properly, contact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY—SEAFARERS LOO. The LOG has traditionally refrained from pubUshIng any article serving the political purposes of any Individual In the Union, officer or member. It has also refrained from pub­ UshIng articles deemed harmful to the Union or Its collective membership. This estabUshed policy has been reaffirmed by membership action at the September. 1960, meetings In aU constitutional ports. The responsibility for LOG poUcy Is vested In an editorial board which consists of tha Executive Board of the Union. The Executive Board may delegate, from among Its ranks, one Individual to carry out this responslblUty. PAYMENT 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 circumstance should any member pay any money for any reason unless ha Is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any 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 headquarters. CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. The SIU publishes every six months In tho SEAFARERS LOG a verbatim copy of Its constitu­ tion. In addition, copies are available In all Union halls. All members should obtain copies of this constitution so as to familiarize themselves with Its contents. Any time you feel any member or officer Is attempting 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 tha member so affected should Immediately notify headquarters. RETIRED SEAFARERS. Old-time SIU members drawing dIsablUty-penslon benefits have always been encouraged to continue their union activities. Including attendance at membership meetings. And like all other SIU mem­ bers at these Union meetings, they are encouraged to take an active role In all rank-and-file functions. Including service on rank-and-file committees. Because these oldtimers cannot take shipboard employment, the membership has reaffirmed the long-standing Union policy of allowing them to retain their good standing through the waiving of their dues. EQUAL RIGHTS. Ail Seafarers 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 Seafarer may be discriminated against because of race, creed, color, national or geographic origin. If any member feels that he Is denied the equal rights to which he Is entitled, he should notify headquarters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DONATIONS. One of the basic rights of Seafarers Is the right to pursue legislative and political objectives which will serve the best Interests of themselves, their families and their Union. To achieve these objectives, the Seafarers Political Activity Donation was established. Donations to SPAJ) are entirely voluntary and constitute the funds through which legislative and political activities are conducted for the benefit of the membership and the Union. if at any time a Seafarer feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he has been denied his constitutional right of eceess to Union records or Information, he should Immediately notify SIU President Paul Hall at headquarters by certified mall, return receipt requested. The deaths of the following Seafarers have been reported Andrcana Evans, born June 15, to the Seafarers Welfare Plan (any apparent delay in payment 1964, to the William Evans', Jr., of claims is normally due to late filing, lack of beneficiary Philadelphia. Pa. 4< 4* 4* card or necessary litigation for the disposition of estates) t Pamela Hull, born June 17, Victor Modesto Gonzalez, 44: Harvey Lee Thomas, 64: Brother 1964, to the Daniel Hull's, Alpena, Thomas died of natural causes in Brother. Gonzalez died of natural Mich. ca uses In the New Orleans, 4> 4* 4> Tampa General La., on Jan. 7, Eric John Connor, born July 15, Hospital on 1964. A member 1964, to the Enrique Connor's, San March 29, 1964. of the Inland Francisco, Calif. A member of the Boatman's Union, 4> 4> 4 ' IBU since 1963, he sailed In the Barrie Anerino, born March 23, he was a mem­ engine depart­ 1964, to the William Anerlno's, ber of the stew­ ment. He is sur­ Philadelphia, Pa. • ard department. vived by his wife, 4> 4* 4* His wife, Mrs. Mrs. Bertha Pedro Juan Reyes, Jr., born Au­ Socorrito Gon­ Thomas. Burial gust 4, 1964, to the Pedro J. zalez, survives., Burial was in the was in the Greenwood Cemetery in Reyes', Brooklyn, N.Y. Colon Cemetery, Tampa, Fla. Louisiana. 4> 4* 4 4 4 4 - r Henry Bonnette, Jr., born May 4 4 4 Harry Daniel Cameron; 52: A 31, 1964, to the Henry C. BonWilliam Howard Olds, 35: A nette's, Baltimore, Md. heart attack was fatal to Brother victim of cancer. Brother Cameron died in the Olds In the New 4 4 4 USPHS Hospital Jon Todd Bradley, born May 19, Orleans USPHS in New Orleans, 1964, to the Donald L. Bradley's, Hospital on Feb. La., on April 25, East Carondelet, 111. 5, 1964. A mem­ 1964. He has 4 4 4 ber of the Union been a member Lynda Cornelius, born May 13, since 1947, he of the IBU since 1964, to the Carlton D. Cornelius', sailed in the 1956. His wife, Belhaven, N.C. steward depart­ Ernesto V. Erazo Mrs. Irene B. 4 4 4 ment. His wife, Please get in touch with Alex Cameron, sur­ Frank R. Charneco, born July Mrs. Gertrude Ablesser, Brooklyn, N.Y., UL 9vives. He was 23, 1964, to the Francisco Char- Marie Olds, sur­ 2097. Very important. neco's. New Orleans, La. vives. His place of burial is not burled in the Rocky Creek Ceme­ 4 4 4 tery, Green County, Miss. 4 4 4 known. Clifford Newton Kenneth Latour, born February 4 4 4 4 4 4 You are asked to contact your 18, 1964, to the Charles Latour's, Eleuterlo H. Magboo, 57: Broth­ son, Benjamin Newton, 90-47 209th Julius Valdamar Ekman, 61: New Orleans, La. Brother Ekman died of a stroke in er Magboo died aboard the Los street. Queens Village, N.Y. 4 4 4 Angeles while at the USPHS Hos­ 4 4 4 Karen Corbiere, born June 26, sea on March 13, Charles Collins and John Rouan pital in Nola, 1964, to the Gordon Corbiere's, 1964 of heart Fla., on March You are asked to get in touch Sault Ste. Marie, Mich. failure. He with Peter Kreisel, 341 East 80th 14, 1964. A mem­ 4 4 4 joined the Union Street, NYC, (UN 1-8683), who ber of the engine Steven Nance, born June 1, in Baltimore in shipped with you on the Rion department, h e 1964, to the Roy L. Nance's, New 1938 and was a (Actium Lines) in 1956. Joined the Union Orleans, La. member of the in 1951. He is 4 4 4 4 4 4 engine depart­ survived by a John Frank Kozar Marie Myra Reliant, born June ment. He is sur­ friend, Leo You are asked to get in touch 2, 1964, to the Francis J. Bellant's, vived by h i a with your wife, Mrs. John Kozar Lehtonen. Burial Epoufette, Mich. was in the Metairie Cemetery, brothers, M. H. Magboo and E. H. at 540 New York St., Dunmore, 4 4 4 Magboo. Burial was at sea. Metalrle, La. Pennsylvania. She Is anxious to get Michael Bernard Cazalas, born 4 4 4 in contact with you. 4 4 4 July 26, 1964, to the James P. Caz­ Ramose Narclse Elliott, 61: David R. Underwood, 55: Broth­ 4 4 4 alas', Mobile, Ala. Brother Elliott, e victim of heart er Underwood died in the St. Joe Louis Johnson 4 4 4 disease, died in Joseph Hospital, Your wife, Mrs. Charlie Mae Cynthia Kennedy, born July 31, the New Orleans Baltimore, Md., Johnson, would like you to contact 1964, to the William Kennedy's, USPHS Hospital of cancer on Aug. her at Box 170, Pine Hill, Ala. Eight Mile, Ala. on March 31, 17, 1964. A mem­ 4 4 4 4 4 4 1964. A member George B. Rohan (Rowan) ber of Inland Inaclaire Larce, born July 7, of the steward Betty Helser Atkins desires that Boatmans' Union, 1964, to the William Larce's, New department, h e you or anyone knowing your since 1956, he Orleans, La. became a mem­ whereabouts please contact her^at worked as a ber of the SIU in bargeman. He is 403 Ceder Hill Ave., Baltimore, Md. 1949. Surviving survived by his 4 4 4 is his wife, Mrs. William Brack wife, Mrs. Alma Josephine Elliott. Burial "Was in G. Underwood. Burial was ,in the Robert Stack has a check for the St. Vincent Cemetery, New Snow Hill Methodist Church you in the amount of four fig­ Orleans, La. Cemetery, Lucia, N.C. ures! I I I from Electric Insurance Co. left by a Mr, Partlcello. Con­ tact us at 475 Bergen Blvd., Ridgefleld, N.J., 945-5003 within 60 days or this check will be withdrawn. 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 John W. G. Inglebek Your are asked to get In touch with your sister, Mrs. Olga Inglebretsen, 119 Armstrong Ave., Staten Island, N.Y.; or your broth­ er Jack J. Wlnley, 3102 Mayfalr, Victoria, eTxas, as they are anx­ ious to get in touch with you. Ex-Maiden Creek Crewmembers "Mac," Mike Broadus and Gary Shanyfelt are requested to contact Douglas K. McLeod In care of the SIU Hall In Wilmington, Cai. Raymond Queen Contact your mother at once as your brother Is slek and In the hospital and wants to see you. Call 304-849-2123 at night around 8:00. John Remski You. are requested to contact your sister Veronica immedlatefy concerning premium that has fallen due on your life insurance policy. Mark Jon Palmer Your brother, Robert Palmer, asks that you get In touch with him: Robert Palmer, S.N., U.S. Navy, USS Alagash AO 97, c/o FPO, N.Y.Y^ N.Y, �Tag* TwaaijrThrt*' % Membership Meetin&rs "•! All hospitalized Seafarers would appreciate mail and visits whenever possible. The loiiowing is the latest available list of SIU men in the hospital: USPHS HOSPITAL NISW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA CUrene* Anthony Wm. H. Fodgott. G. S. Axmotroog L. J. Plaicanca J. C. Armitrong Jamca Reddon Thoinai W. (Bernaeo .Chester Seymour . J. B. Childress W. R. Simpson. James M. Davis Thomas WiiUam Malria W. Ellis Oayton W. Spoon Foster J. Jnnean NorviUe O. Sykes Mount McNobb Maglmo Tangalln Henry J. Maos. Jr. Clayton Thompson Joyce R. Hassey ^lius C. Thompson Charles C, Mattaew Angel Valdes Philip C. Uandozo Guy Whlt^urst Francisco Nadal J. F. WunderUeh J. W. Patterson Wm. J. WooUey ' USPHS HOSPtTAL. BALTIMORB, MARYLAND Edgar Benson James- Mitchell Walter Boman William Oswinkla G. BuselgUe WaHer PaehuIsU Theodore Drblfins Estal Potts Freidot FondiU Roy R. Rayfleld CUfton Goodwin George Register Edgar L. Gore Joseph Richsgers Chas. L. Hardesty James Robinson Jefferson Harrison John M. Slone' Nolan Huntt Francis Sturgis John O. MlUer Chas. Torgerson Blmoro F. Miller Chambers Winskey USPHS HOSPITAL STATEN ISLAND. ttKW YORK N. R. Alderman Donald McCown Dennis Marcoly Hamilton Dally Thomas Maber John CulUnson John Cunningham Anstey Minors John NatoU Angelo Ciano Harold Nelson Wra. Cameron N. Palantsoglon Henry Callahan David Paahkoff Raoul Cabrera E. F. Simms EiUs Bishop James Shiber Vincent Astorlno Anthony Scaturro John Allen Raymond R'uppert J. Fediow Ernesto Rubio N. Garcia Alfonso Pavon Charles Johnson ' Juan Soto Anton Hansen James Stogaltis Arvid Gylland A. A. Karcxewskl . Fred Travis James WilHams Rufino Lara Leonard Kropp Osbomo millams V. WUHaidson George Kitchens WOliam' Wilson C. Leader Jean I..ong'nurst Fired Wrafter USPHS HOSPITAL GALVESTON. TEXAS Francis Burley Gene Jachim Harvey Fairbum Thomas Kirby, Jr. Hugh Grove J. B. Lippencott Milbum Hatley George Little Timothy Ivcrs . Cecil Morris Director UNION SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes & Inland Waters PRESIDENT Paul Hall EXECUTIVE VICE-PRESIDENT Cal Tanner VICE PRESIDENTS Earl Bhepard Lindsey Williams A1 Tanner Robert Matthews SECRETARY-TREASURER A1 Kerr HEADQUARTERS REPRESENTATIVES Bill Hall Ed Mooney Fred Stewart BALTIMORE 1216 E. Baltimore St. Rex Dickey. Agent EAstern 7-4900 BOSTON 276 SUte St. Ed Riley, Agent Richmond 2-0140 DETROh 10225 W. Jefferson Ave. Vinewood 3-4741 HEADQUARTERS ... .675 4th Ave., Bklyn HYacinth 9-6600 HOUSTON 5804 Canal St. Paul Drozak, Agent WAlnut 8-3207 JACKSONVILLE 2608 Pearl St., SE., Jax William Morris, Agent ELgin 3-0987 MIAMI 744 W. Flagler St. Ben Gonzales, Agent FRanklin 7-3564 MOBILE : 1 South Lawrence St. Louis Neira. AgtotHBmlock 2-1754 NEW ORLEANS 630 Jackson Ave. Buck Stephens, Ageht Tel. 529-7546 NEW YORK 675 4th Ave., Brooklyn HYacinth 9-6600 NORFOLK 115 3rd St. Gordon Spencer, Acting Agent .. 622-1892 PHILADELPHIA 2604 S. 4th St. Frank Drozak. Agent ......DEwey 6-3818 SAN FRANCISCO 450 Harrison St. Paul Gonsorchik, Agent ..DOuglas 2-4401 E B. McAuley. West Coast Rep. SANTURCE PR .. 1313 Fernandez Juncos Stop 20 Keith Terpe, Hq. Rep Phone 724-2843 SEATTLE 2505 1st Ave. Ted Babkowski, Agent ,.MAln 3-4334 TAMPA 312 Harrison St. Jeff GiUette, Agent . : 229-2788 WILMINGTON, Calif S<» N. Marine Ave. Frank Boyne, Agent THh-minal 4-2528 Great Lakes SECRETARY-TREASURER Fred J. Farnen ASSISTANT SECRETARY-TREASURER Roy Boudreau ALPENA*..... 127 River St. EL. 4-3616 BUFFALO, NY 735 Washington TL 3-9259 CHICAGO ...; ...9383 Ewing Ave. So. Chicago. HI. SAginaw 1-0733 CLEVELAND 1420 West 25th St. MAin 1-5450 DULUTH 312 W. 2nd St. RAndoiph 2-4110 FRANKFORT, Mich. 415 Main St. MaU Address: P.O. Box 287 ELgin 7-2441 HEADQUARTERS 10225 W. Jefferson Av. River Rouge 18, Mich, Vinewood 3-4741 Inland Boatmen's Union NATIONAL DIRECTOR Robert Matthews GREAT LAKES AREA DIRECTOR Pat Finnerty ' BALtlMORE ....1216 E. Baltimore St. .EAstern 7-4900 BOSTON 276 State St .Richmond 2-G140 HEADQUARTERS 675 4th Ave.. Brooklyn i . HYacinth 0-6600 HOUSTON 5804 Canai St. WAlnut 8-3207 JACKSONVILX,£ 2608 Pearl St.. SE. Jax ELgin 3-0987 MIAMI 744 W. Flagler St . - FRanklin 7-3564 MOBILE .....1 South Lawrence St HEmlock 2-1754 NEW ORLEANS 630 Jackson Ave Te' NORFOLK PHILADELPHIA TAMPA 520-7.148 115 Third St. Tel. 622-I892-S 2604 S 4ln St DEwey 6-3828 312 Harnsun St Tel. 229-2788 GREAT LAKES TUG A DREDGE REGION REGIONAL DIRECTOR Robert Jones Dredge Workers Section ASSISTANT DIRECTOR Harold F. Yon BUFFALO 94 Henrietta Ave. Arthur Miller. Agent TR 5-1536 CHICAGO 2300 N. KimbaU Trygva Varden, Agent .^..ALbany 2-1154 CLEVELAND 1420 W. 25th St. Tom Geitity, Agent 621-5450 DETROIT 1570 Liberty Ave. Lincoln Park, Mich. Ernest Demerse, Agent DU 2-7694 DULUTH 312 W. Second St. Norman Jolicoeur, Agent RAndoiph 7-6222 SAULT STE MARIE Address mail to Brimley, Mich. Wayne Weston, Agent. .BRimley 14-R 5 TOLEDO 423 Central St CH 2-7751 Tog Firemen, linemen. Oilers A Wcrtchmen's Section ASSISTANT DIRECTOR Tom Bums ASHTABULA, 0 1644 W. Third St. John Hero, Agent WOodman 4-8532 BUFFALO 18 PorUand St. Tom Bums, Agent TA 3-7095 CHICAGO 9383 Ewing. S. Chicago Robert Affleck, Agent ESsex 5-9570 CLEVELAND 1420 W. 25th St W. Heams, Pro-Tem Agent MA 1-5450 DETROIT-TOLEDO 12948 Edison St Max Tobin. Agent Southgate, Mich. AVenue 44)071 DULUTH Box No. 66 South Range, Wis. Ray Thomson, Agent Export 8-3024 LORAIN, O ...118 E. Parish St Sandusky, Ohio Harold Ruthsatz, Agent .... MAin 6-4573 MILWAUKEE ,...2722 A. So. Shore Dr. Joseph Miller, Agent ..SHerman 4-6645 SAULT STE. MARIE ...1086 Maple St. Wm. J. Lackey, Agent . .MElrose 2-8847 Rivers Section ST. LOUIS, MO 805 Del Mar L. J. Colvis, Agent CE 1-1434 POllT ARTHUR, Tex 1348 7th St. Arthur Bendbeim, Agent RAILWAY MARINE REGION HEADQUARTERS ... 99 Montgomery St. Jersey City 2. NJ HEnderson 3-0104 REGIONAL DIRECTOR G. P. McGinty ASSISTANT REGIONAL DIRECTORS E. B. Pulver R. H. Avery BALTIMORE 1216 E. Baltimore St ^lAstern 7.4<vw NORFOLK 115 Third St. 622-1892-3 PHILADELPH1A......2604 S 4th St DEwey 6-3818 United Industrial Workers BALTIMORE .... .. 1210 B. BalUmore St EAstern 7-4900 BOSTON ........ 276 State St Richmond 2-0140 HEADQUARTERS 675 4th Ave., Brooklyn HYacinth 9-6600 HOUSTON 5804 Canal St. WAlnut 8-3207 JACKSONVILLE , 2608 Pearl St. SE ELgin 3-0987 MIAMI ....744 W. Flagler St. FRanklin 7-3564 MOBILE .....1 S. Lawrence St. HEmldCk 2-1754 NEW ORLEANS .......630 Jackson Ave. Phone 529-7546 NORFOLK . .... ........ 115 Third St Phone 622-IB92-3 PHILADELPHIA . 2604 S. 4th St. . DEwey 6-3818 TAUPA .......SIS' Harrison St Phone 229-2788 Mack Murray M. Schifanl Carl Nelson Arthur Sigler James Reiley ElUt Strait F. Ruiacoppo Winon Walker USPHS HOSPITAL SEATTLE, WASHINGTON E A. Ainiworth J. A. Laigo' Arthur Funt R. Potorski Vernon Johnston C. E. WaDich USPHS HOSPITAL NORFOLK, VIRGINIA Frank Buck Charles Phelps T. W. Forrest Lloyd Robcrsoa George Moore Julian Wilson USPHS HOSPITAL CHICAGO, ILLINOIS James Hellems George Mareotte Gordon Llerman USPHS HOSPITAL SAVANNAH, GEORGIA L. McLaughlin Leon Webb Sam Wailuu USPHS HOSPITAL, BRIGHTON, MASSACHUSETTS John Harty T. Patriqnin Daniel Murphy USPHS HOSPITAL SAN FRANCISCO. CALIFORNIA Roy Bru H. Silverstein Milton Foley Richard Welch CaroU Harper Richard Zaragoza Hubert Fousson Calvin Wilson James Shorten William Lovett USPHS HOSPITAL FORT WORTH, TEXAS Benjamin Deibler Samuel MiUa Abe Gordon Max Olson Thomas Lehay WiUie Young George McKnew SAILORS' SNUG HARBOR STATEN ISLAND. NEW YORK Daniel Gorman Thomas Isaksen Albert Gutierrez William Kenny Edwin Harriman USPHS HOSPITAL MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE Jamez McGee PINE CREST HAVEN NxmSING HOME COVINGTON, LOinSIANA Frank Martin VA HOSPITAL NORTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS Maurice Roberts US SOLDIERS HOME HOSPITAL WASHINGTON, DC WUIiam Thomas SlU-AGLIWD Meetings Regular membership meetings for members of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District are held regularly once a month on days indicated by the SIU Constitution, at 2:30 PM in the listed SIU ports below. All Seafarers are expected TO attend. Those who wish to be excused should request permission by tele­ gram (be sure to include registration number). The next SIU meetings will be: New York ... .. October 5 Detroit October 9 Philadelphia .. ... October 6 Houston ' October 12 BaItunor« .... . October 7 Detroit . October 16 Mobile October 14 West Coast SIU-AGLIWD MeeHngs STU headquarters has issued the following schedule through August, 1964 for the monthly informational meetings to be held in West Coast ports for the b^efit of Seafarers shipping from Wil­ mington, San Francisco and Seattle, or who are due to return from the Far East. All Seafarers are expected to attend these meetings, in accord with an Executive Board, resolution adopted in December, 1961. Meetings in Wilmington are on Monday, San Francisco on Wednesday and Seattle on Friday, starting at 2 PM local time. The schedule is as follows: Wilmington San Francisco Seattle October 23 October 19 October 23 November 16 NoTcmber 18 November 26 ^ ^ Great Lakes SIU Meetings United Industrial Workers Regular membership meetings Regular membership meetings for UIW members are scheduled on the Great I.akes are held on the first and third Mondays of each month at 7 PM in various each month in all ports at 7 PM ports. The next meetings will be: New York October 5 local time, except at Detroit, Baltimore October 7 where meetings are held at 2 PM. Philadelphia .... October 6 The next meetings will be: Detroit Oct. 19—2 PM ^Houston October 12 Mobile October 14 Alpena, Buffalo, Chicago, New Orleans ... October 13 CicTcland, Duiuth, Frankfort, October 5—7 PM * Meetings held of Laoor Temple, New­ 3) 4" SIU Inland Boatmen's Union Regular membership meetings for IBU members are scheduled each month in various ports. The next meetings will be: Philadelphia .. Oct. 6—5 PM Baltimore (licensed and un­ licensed) ...; Oct. 7—5 PM Houston .... Oct. 12—5 PM Norfolk ... Oct. 8—7 PM N'Orleans .... Oct. 13—5 PM MobUe Oct. 14—5 PM WASHINGTON—The House and Senate have warned the Depart­ 4 4) 4 ment of Agriculture to restrict its RAILWAY MARINE REGION new Market News service wire to Regular membership meetings market reporting. The admonish­ for Railway Marine Region-IBU ment was contained in a confer­ members are scheduled each ence report in which the House and month in the various ports, at 10 Senate adopted the agriculture ap­ AM and 8 PM. The next meetings propriations bill. will be: The committee warned the Sec­ Jersey City Oct. 12 retary of Agriculture to "see to it Phlindclphia Oct. 13 that the leased wire information Baltimore Oct. 14 which carries market news infor­ •Norfolk Oct. 15 mation be limited to market re­ porting and marketing information OREAT LAKES TUO AND DREDGE REGION and the routine administrative in­ Regular membership meet­ structions which were carried on the leased wire system prior to ings for Great Lakes Tug and Dredge Region IBU memters are August 1, 1963." Criticism of Agriculture Depart­ scheduled each month in the vari­ ment incursions into the realm of ous ports at 7:30 PM. The next private industry has been growing meetings will be: Detroit ...Oct. 5—2 PM ever since the government agency Milwaukee Oct. 12 began competing against a private Chicago Oct. 13 ferry line between Orient Point on Buffalo Oct.l4 Long Island, NY, and the USDA's tSanit Ste. Marie .... Oct. 15 Plum Island laboratory. The pri­ Duiuth Oct. 16 vate ferry line was eventually Lorain Oct. 16 forced to suspend its operations because of the USDA competition. (For meeting place, contact Har­ The Market News Wire Service old Ruthsatz, 118 Easi Parish. Sandusky, Ohio); followed soort after. Cleveland Oct. 16 Speaking before Congress, reToledo Oct. 16 resentatives of the newspaper pub­ Ashtabula ......... Oct. 16 lishers association charged that through the news service, "the (For meeting place; contact John government has gone into the Mero, 1644 West 3rd Street, Ash­ business of news dissemination in tabula, Ohio). combination with the American Telephone & Telegraph Co., by­ passing the regular news media." They also charged that the gov­ ernment, through the Agriculture Department, was footing the bill CHECK THB PROVI5/ON5 for the cost of gathering and edit­ ing the market news , whila AT&T is reaping the benefits. Agriculture Warned Again On News Wire VemN6 port News. t Meeting held at Labor Temple, Sault Ste. Marie, Mich. t Meeting held .at Galveston wharvag. U.S. Allies Bid For Red China Ship ^ntracts Red China is making long range plans to build up her still Insig­ nificant merchant fleet—and she's counting on America's allies in western Europe and Japan to help her. Shipbuilders from Britain, Nor­ way, Denmark, Holland, France and Japan have been chasing each other to Peking to talk about chances for buildii-g new tonnage for the Chinese. The latest traveling salesman to visit China was James Lenaghan, managing director of Britain's Fairchild Shipbuilding and Engi­ neering Co. It was emphasized that Lenaghan was representing all of Britain's shipbuilders, who are suffering from a sharp decline in new business. Though Lenaghan refused to talk about his mission, there were persistent reports in London that China was thinking of placing orders for six 15,000 dwt. generalcargo ships. Earlier in the year, a Red Chi­ nese trade missidn toured British, Dutch, German and other Euro­ pean and Free World shipyards. At the time it was said the Chi­ nese were seeking ships in order to improve their trade links with Cuba. * peffiWBBZI&ViTrt! �Vol. XXVI No. 20 SEAFARTO^JLM OFFICIAL ORGAN OF THE SEAFARERS INTERNATIONAL UNION > ATLANTIC, QULF, LAKES AND INLAND WATERS DISTRICT • AFL-CIO SIU Cllnio Opens in Puerto Rico Labor Stand Upheld Senate Attempt To Block Reapportionment Order Fails WASHINGTON—The Senate has shelved a labor-opposed attempt to block court-ordered reapportionment of state legislatures oil a one man, one vote basis. It substituted a nonbinding "sense of Congress" resolution asking the courts to give legislatures a fmal chance to reapportion before stepping • Permit the next election of lowing its consideration, and a in to do the job themselves. state legislators to be held in ac­ subsequent two-thirds vote to The compromise was accept­ cordance with existing laws. (In adopt the constitutional amend­ able to Senate liberals who had waged a six-week filibuster against any legislative interference with federal court jurisdiction. Senate Majority Leader Mike Mansfield (D.-Mont.) sponsored the substitute resolution after with­ drawing his support from the con­ troversial court-curbing proposal initiated by Republican Leader Everett McKinley Dirksen (111.). Time to Adjourn Mansfield told the Senate that the time had come to end the stalemate and "bring down the curtain on the 88th Congress." The compromise resolution — a substitute for Dirksen's proposed "rider" to the pending foreign aid bill—passed by a 44-38 vote. It was supported by 37 Democrats and 7 Republicans; opposed by 23 Republicans and 15 Democrats. Its key provisions are a request that federal courts: • Allow one session of a legis­ lature plus 30 days—but not to ex­ ceed six months in all—to pass be­ fore courts take over the reappor­ tionment of a legislature. most states, legislators will be chosen in November). • Reapportion legislatures through court order in accordance with constitutional standards where malapportioned legisla­ tures have not acted within the time limits. Dirksen told the Senate he could not go along with the "sense of Congress" resolution "because it does not have the force of law." Door Still Open The compromise did not, how­ ever, shut the door on further re­ apportionment controversy at this session. Pending in the House is a proposed constitutional amend­ ment which would permit states to apportion one house of a legisla­ ture on a basis other than popula­ tion. The Rules Committee took the unusual step of taking the pro­ posal away from the Judiciary Committee and sending it to the floor. Two votes would bo needed for it to clear the House—a ma­ jority vote approving the rule al- ment proposal. If passed, it would also require a two-thirds approval in the Senate to be submitted for ratification by three-fourths of the states. Time-Tactio Dirksen, in pressing for a man­ datory delay in court reapportion­ ment actions, made it clear that his desire is to win time for adop­ tion of a constitutional amend­ ment that would forestall one man, one vote reapportionment. Heavy absenteeism, as the con­ gressional session encroached fur­ ther on the election campaign sea­ son, made it increasingly difficult to predict votes on close issues. . f • 'jiii; iij Ribbon cutting ceremonies (above) marked the official in­ auguration of the new SIU clinic in Ponce, Puerto Rico. Left to right are Santiago Igleslai, Jr., ton of the founder of the Puerto Rico Labor movement (handling the ribbon cutting chore)] Bishop Aponte of Poncet Protestant Reverend Roman of Ponce; Keith Terpe, President of the Puerto Rico SIU; and Luis Martin Jiminez. Pictured below it the new, $250,000 SIU clinic. SIU Lakes Disfritt Fills Elettive Posts DETROIT—^The SIU Great Lakes headquarters Committee on Elections has announced the results of elections held for district officers. Fred J. Farnen was re-elected to a two-year terms as Sec­ retary-Treasurer and Roy Boudreau was re-elected as Assistant Secretary-Treasurer. Winning election as port agents were Stafford "Mac" McCormick, Buffalo; Frank "Scottie" Aubusson, Chicago; Stanley Wares, Cleveland, and Donald Bensman, Duluth. Floyd R. Hanmer was elected to the post of Lake Michigan Carferry Agent. The voting had been conducted from August 1 to August 31. The report of the Committee on Elections has been posted in all union halls and approved by the membership at port meetings on September 21. All elections were for two year terms. Elected members of the Committee on Elections were Virgil Fitch, John Poliwka, William Doyle, Joseph Arnold, George Telegadas and James H. Marcum. Members of the SIU Lakes District Committee on Elections are (l-r) James H. Marcum. John Poliwka, Joe Arnold, William Doyle. Virgil Fitch and George Telegadas. i Warren Commission Issues Findings Oswald Killed Kennedy; . No Evidence Of Conspiracy After 10 months of intensive investigation involving a massive sifting of evidence involving much fact and even more rumor and heresay, the Warren Commission has issued its summary report on the assassination of President John F. Kennedy in Dallas, Texas on Nov. 22, 1963. Set up by an Executive Order of the new President Lyndon B., Johnson, the commission headed by Supreme Court Chief Justice Earl Warren was empowered to examine every aspect of the event. Its just-relea§ed report contains nearly 300,000 words to document and explain its findings. In capsule form, the Warren Commission findings are: • The shots that killed President John F. Kennedy and critically wounded Governor John Connal- ; ly of Texas were fired by Lee Harvey Oswald. • It was the act of a "loner." There is no evidence that Oswald was part of any conspiracy, either domestic or foreign, or was assisted by anyone in either planning or carrying out the assassination. • Tliere is no evidence of any relationship between Oswald and Jack Ruby, the man who later killed Oswald. • There is also no evidence that Ruby was part of any conspiracy, either domestic or foreign, to kill Oswald, or was assisted by anyone in either planning or carrying out the act. In tracking down the facts and separating them from the speculations and rumors which surround any event of this nature, the Warrep Commission questioned 552 witnesses and gathered millions- of i words of testimony. The complete report of the commission findings makes up 24 volumes of 500 pages each. � 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 1960-1969 Description An account of the resource Volumes XXII-XXXI of the 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 Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. 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Title A name given to the resource October 2, 1964 Description An account of the resource Headlines: SIX-POINT PROGRAM PROPOSED BY SIU TO CURB RUNAWAY SENATE, HOUSE OKAY P.L. 480 EXTENSION SIU MAN RESCUED AFTER FALL OVERBOARD; LOST FOR SEVEN HOURS U.S. LABOR AIDE CALLS RUNAWAY-FLAG DEVICE ‘DEPLORABLE SITUATION’ LONGSHOREMEN STRIKE OVER GANG-CUT ISSUES ANNUAL REPORT GREAT LAKES TUG & DREDGE PENSION FUND MARAD WAIVERS SCORED IN GRIEVANCE COMMITTEE SEA-LAND PROTESTS REDUCED RAIL RATES SENATORS CITE NECESSITY FOR HEALTH CARE PROGRAM SENATE SPRROVES SURVEY OF U.S. FISHING INDUSTRY CREDENTIALS COMMITTEE REPORT PLAN LARGE SCALE TRIAL FOR WATER DESALINIZATION SECOND FREIGHTER ACQUIRED BY APL SUBMERGED BOOTY OFF FLORIDA BRINGS TREASURE HUNT BOOM SENATE ATTEMPT TO BLOCK REAPPORTIONMENT ORDER FAILS OSWALD KILLED KENNEDY; NO EVIDENCE OF CONSPIRACY 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 10/02/1964 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. XXVI, No. 20 1964 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/c6a3488509386c4cc4f6418c7faf2b97.PDF 3dbbbafe9beebab61525235f956dcbd0 PDF Text Text SECURITY  IN  UNITY  VOL.  I  7he Seafarers' Log  Seafarers'  International Union of  North  America  OfficialOrgan oftheAtlantk:,Gulf and Great Lakes Seamen  NEW  YORK,  N.  Y„  FRIDAY,  OCT.  20,  1939  446  BROTHERHOOD  OF THE  SEA  4  Si  NO.  20  NiMU  RAISES  HELL  ON  SS  ACADIA  RACKETEERS MUST BE  PASSENGERS  CGMPLAIN  OF  ELIMINATED FROM  SEAMENS' UNIONS  INSOLENCE  OF NMU CREW  Commissars in Their  Anxiety to Fink  SS  Seatraia  N'ew  Oiiean­s,  Ship  Many  Non­Seamen  Havana,  Cuba.  Oct.  19,  1939.  OFFICERS  THREATENED  Editor,  the  "LOG";  All  indications  are  that  we  New  York,  Oct.  20—The  Eastern  Steamship  liner  Acadia,  have  the  NMU  on  the  defensive  which,  logically  enough,  precede.s  under  charter  to  the  U.S.  Lines,  arrived  in  New  York  last  defeat.  Any  organization  must  ei­ night after  what  passengers described  as an exceedingly hecther  go  up  or  down—ahead  or  astern—in  ships'  language.  We  tic  trip  across  the  Atlantic.  Not  only  was  the  weather  bad,  are  going  ahead,  with  the  moral  but  also the  crew,  particularly  the  members  of  the  steward's  justification  that  we  are  right,  department.  and  that  we  are  going  to  estab­ The  Acadia  carried  520  refugees  from  Europe,  482  of  lish  on  a  nation­wide  scale  that  whom  were  American  citizens fleeting  from  the  dangers  of  type, of  maritime  union  which  he­ longs  to  the  seamen  who  com­ war.  The  ship  was  caught  in  the  same  storm  that  battered  pose  it,  and  reacts  only  to  the  the SS President Harding,  but the  passengers didn't  complain  ­ will  of  the  members  who  alone  about  the  storm,  and  were  volu­­^  hie  in  their  protests  against  the i  ,­i  decent  war  bonus,  and  war  risk  are  the  governing  body.  We  are  on  the  aggressive  be­ service,  and  insolence  of  the  insurance,  and  the  ships  were  cause  we  have  no  treachery,  no  crew.  manned  by  men  shipped  out  of  act,  and  no  affiliations  to  defend.  One  passenger  stated;  "Some­ the  NMU  hall,  making  them,  as  The  Seafarers'  International  Un­ times  when  the  head  stewards  far as  the  SIU  is  concerned, finks.  ion  must  continue  to  be  formed  would  issue  orders  to  stewards,  Xon­Seainen  in  Crew­ Matthew '' Duke'' Dushane, SIU Atlantic  Dist.  Chairman,  of  progressive  members  of  the  union  delegates  would  tell  the  According  to  reports  in  the  lo­ and  Joseph  P.  Ryan,  ILA  President,  at  AFL  .'American  Federation  of  Labor,  stewards  they  didn't  have  to  exe­ cal  press,  the  Acadia  carried  136  revolting  bona fide  seamen  of  the  cute  the  orders."  Another  com­ stewards,  of  whom  67  were  col­ Convention in  Cincinnati.  degenerate  National  Maritime  plained  that  "The  service  was  ored  men  who  had  never  been  to  Union,  and  the  proven  seamen  desperate.  Th6  stewards  refused  i  sea  before,—which  is  a  clear  in­ of  the  Pacific  Coast,  from  which  to  clean  up  and  were  very  inso­ dication  of  to  what  lengths  the  elements  the  SIU  was  organized.  lent."  NMU  officials  went  to  get  their  Ofliccrs  Threatened  membership  to  scab  on  the  Sea­ Eliminate  Itacketeeis  One  officer  claimed  that  he  and  farers'  International  Union.  It  is  There  is  only  one  program  for  the  SIU  to  fulfill,  and  that  is  the  se­ eral  other  officers  were  threat­ stated  that  a  NMU  delegate  ad­ complete  elimination  of  every  la­ ened  when  they  tried  to  maintain  mitted  that  many  inexperienced  discipline,  and  he  added  that,  for  Negroes  had  to  be  hired  when  the  (Coittinncd  on  Page  2)  Further Cooperation  Pledged  By  the first  three  days,  the  ship  was  ship  left  New  York,  as  they  could  Ryan ^|nd  Bradley of  ILA  not  even  properly  cleaned.  An­ not. get  enough  of  their own  mem­ o'ther  officer  said  that  even  Capt.  bers  to fink.  Alien  was  addressed  in  abusive  All  .Sorts  of  Finks  WINGATE  RUNS  AFOUL  OF  LAW  language,  but  the  Captain  denied  The  stories  in  the  local  papers  it­ state  that  much  of  the  trouble  New  Ycrk,  Oct.  18—Last  Monday  night's  Atlantic  Dis­ It  will  be  remembered  that SIU  was  due to  conflict  of  opinions  be­ trict  Hcadciuarters  meeting  got  under  way  at  7:00  o'clotik  Philadelphia,  Oct.  14—Looks  as  members  refused  to  sail  the  Aca­ tween  members  of  the  NMU  and  (Continued  on  Page  4)  if  the  progressive  action  of  the  dlsi.  unless  they  were  guaranteed  sharp  with  a  large  ;ind  enthusiastic  group  of  members  in  SIU  is  too  militant  for  the  com­ attendance.  Emergency  Board  Dhairman  "Duke"'  Dushane.  just  re­ mies  in  the  NMU.  In  other  words,  it is  too  much  on  the  order  of  the  turned  from  the  AFL  Convention  in  Cincinnati,  reported  on  SUP,  so  the  Commy­I­0  said  to  what  had  taken  place  thei­e,  and  stated  that  the  Convention  the  Nazi­0,  "Look  here,  comrats,  had  gone  on  record  to  support  the  Seafarer.s'  in  every  Avay  this  will  never  do,  we  have  used  possible.  He  reported  that  President  Harry  Lundeborg  had  every  trick  in  our  bag  for  the  past five  years,  trying  to  rule  or  been  unable  to  atlend  because  of  a  little  trouble  on  the  West  ruin  the  SUP.  Now  we  have  an  Coast,  but  that  he  had  submitted^  New Closed  Shop Contract Blocks  SUP,  in  our own  backyard,  by  the  a  written  report  of  the  progress  the  insurance  company  OK's  pay­ name  of  the  SIU; ­so  rally  round,  '  Commies'  Plans to Take  Over  of  the  SIU  to  the  AFL  Executive  ment.  It  is  reported  that  Win­ you  Union­wrecking  comrats,  and  Council.  "Duke"  represented  both  gate. alias  Mingate,  is  somewhere  let's  split  this  combine  before  we  the  Atlantic  and  Gulf  Districts  in  Kansas  in  the  toils  of  the  law,  lose  our  pie.  How  in  the  Hell  CLRRAN'S  HOPES  GET  JOLT  for  the  SIU,  and  stated  that  the  having  run  afoul  of  them  when  can  we  sell  out  for  phoney  agree­ organization  had  come  in  for  he  attempted  to  sell  a  stolen  car  ments  and  two  bit  war  bonus  *Ncw  York,  Oct,  19—Throwing  the  lie  in  the  face  of  the  plenty  of  favorable  c.oiiuueill.  He  he  had  taken  with  him  when  he  with  a  militant  union  in  the  announceinent  by  the  NMIJ  top flight  commissars  that  they  further  reported  that  a  spirit  of  left  Baltimore.  field?  Why,  at  the  rate  this  SIU  were  going  to  take  over  the  Cuba  Distilling  ships,  the  SIU  closer  cooperation  between  the  The  Quarterly  Finance  Commit­ is  going,  it  won't  be  I^g  before  SIU,  the  ILA,  and  the  ILA  Mar­ tee  reported  to  the  meeting  that  the  few  dues­paying  members  e'arly  this tveek  concluded  negotiations on  the terms of  a  new  ine  Division  was  pi'omised  by  they  had  found  the  books  in  per­ that  we  have  left  gets  wise—and  agreement,  and  it  is  now  signed,  sealed  and  delivered.  ILA  President  Joe  Ryan  and  Cap­ fect  order,  and  announced  a  gain  then  where  the  Hell  will  we  be?  The  new  contract  embodies,  of  course,  an  air­tight  closed  tain  Bill  Bradioy  of  the  Marine  of  5i2  members  over  the  previ­ Why,  it  might  get  so  bad  that  shop  clause,  and  hh­ing  through  the  Ilall;  Provision  is  also  Division.  In  the  past  year  the  ous  quarter.  The  Committee  was  our  misguided  mpmbers  will  be­ ILA  has  been  of  considerable  as­ composed  of  L.  P.  Lewis,  M.  come  enlightened  and  walk  off  made for  paid  vacatioms,  and  the  questjefh  of  overtime.,is  not  sistance  to  the  SIU,  and  it  is  Whitehurst,  Frank  Deyo,  Wm.  the  Fink  training  ships,  and  re­ neglected.  A raise in  wages is  included'in the  new agreement,  "  hoped  that,  with  their  complete  Hamilton  and  Roscoe  McCarthy.  fuse  to  ship out  of  the  Fink  Com­ and  the  matter  of  coffee­time  is  well  provided  for.  support,  more  ships  will  be  or­ Uoiiiniissars  Foiled  Howard  Beiui,  of  the  Investi­ mi,''sion  halls!  If  that  comes  to  ganized  into  the  Seafarers'.  pass,  where  the  Hell  are  we  go­ So,­if  the  commissars  had  any  i  SIU  members,  and  are  just  gating  Committee,  elected  at  the  Wingate  Caught  previous  meeting,  reported  that  ing  to  get  our  finks  from  to  fink  ideas  about  taking  over  these  putting  up  a  big  bluff.  Perhaps, if  they  weren't  so  busily  occupied  on  our  rank  and  file  when  they  "Duke"  stated  that  he  had  all  of  the  beefs  on  the  SS  Cor­ go  on  strike?  So  fellow  comrats,  ships,  they  may  as  well  stow  in  following  out  the  orders  and  ni.sh  had  been  straightened  out,  them  away  in  the  moth  balls,—  stopped  in  at  Baltimore  on  his  the  SIU  and  the  SUP  combine  policies  of  the  Communist  Party,  return  from  the  Convention  to  but  cautioned  the  members  as  must  be  split  up  if  we  are  going  at  least  until  September  30th,  they  might  really  accomplish  sign  an  ailldavit  regarding  the  follows;  "He  seemed  very  sin­ to  keep  a  split  in  Labor,  and  if  1940  rolls  around  as  the  new  something  beneficial  for  their  check  upon  which  Wingate,  ex­ cere  about  it  all,  but  don't  take  we  can't  keep  a  split  in  Labor,  agreement  does  not  terminate  membership.  until  that  date.  As  a  matter  of  Baltimore  Dispatcher,  had  forged  any  stock  in  what  he  says  until  good­bye  commienazi.  SIU  Getting  Results  fact,  "Four­Bit­Joe"  and  the  rest  his  endorsement,  and  that  the  you  see  the  results  with  your  "Let's  take  a  look  at  the  past;  own  eyes."  In  other  words,  if  of  the  top  fraction  of  the  NMU  While  NMU  officials  seem  satis­ money  would  be  repaid  to  the  (Continued  on  Page  4)  know  that  they  have  nothing  to  (Continued  on  Page  4)  (Continued  on  Page  4)  ,  Union  by  the  hank  as  soon  as  ..  T.v  r  DUSHANE REPORTS PROGRESS  AT A. F. OF L. CONVENTION  Comrats in A Dither  OverSIU­SUPConihlnt  New  Agreement  Negotiated  With  Cuba  Distilling Co.  ­  '  'M'­ ill  k. �Friday, Oct. 20,  1939  Published  by  the  RACKETEERS  BALTIMORE  BRANCH  GETS  STRANGE  CALL  FOR  MEN  {Continued  from  Page 1)  bor  racketeer,  and  such  treach­ erous  organizations  as  the  Com­ munist  pollllcal  machine,  from  Affiliated  with  the  American  Federation of  Labor  the  Held  of  maritime  labor—lock,  Members Warned  Against Commies  stock  and  barrel.  ThUs  unham­ Sneaking Into  Organization  HARRY  LUNDEBERG,  Acting  Presldeiit  pered  and  unhandicapped,  we  110  Market  Street,  Room  402,  San  Francisco,  Calif.  shall  be  able  to  concentrate  our  entire  energies  to  the  task  of  in­ NEW  SHIPS  UNDER  WAY  ,  Atlantic  District  suring  for  MEN, ON  THE  SHIPS  HEADQUARTERS  AT  SEA,  that  world­famous  Baltimore,  Md.,  October  13,  1939—Everything  pretty  New York  (Phone:  BOwling Green  9­3437)  2  Stone Street  American  Standard  t>f  Living,; a  BRANCHES  life  worth  living,  and  the  tradi­ much  as  usual  down  here  with  the  exception  that  we  are  Boston  333  Atlantic  Avenue  tional  home  for  seamen  and  their  getting calls  from  some  very strange  places these days.  One  Providence  465  So.  Main  Street  dependents  Avhlch  have  never  of  the  calls  was  from  Mooremac  who  very  graciously  an­ Philadelphia  5  Nortli  6th  Street  been  realized  beyond  the  dream  nounced  that they  we.nted  to ship  some  of  our  men  on  their  Baltimore  14  North  Gay  Street  stage.  Not  until  this  has  been  ac­ ships.  Of  course they had  an agreement  Avith  NMU,  etc., etc.,  Norfolk  60  Commercial  Place  complished,  entirely  and  unre­ San  Juan,  Puerto  Rico  ....8 Govadonga  Street  servedly,  can  there  be  peace  and  etc.;  but  that  would  be  all  right  as  our  men  could  clear  Gulf  District  contentment  in  maritimo  labor,  themseh'^es  thrbugh the  NMU  Hall for  the  jobs.  Naturally  '  HEADQUARTERS  or  a  stable  marine  transport  in­ enough  this  touching  generosity  caused  our  dispatcher  to  dustry.  There  Avill  be  no  end.'of  burst into tears,  but  after controlling  himself  long enough  to  New  Orleans  ..309  Chartres  Street  pieseiit  chaotic  conditions  of  elect  a  special  Aveeplng  commit­.^  BRAl^GHSS  ^  shipping  until  this  has  been  re­ tee  for  the  purpose  of  soliciting  Savannah  218  East  Bay  Street  months  they .have  lost  more  than  alized.  JacksonTllIe  13«  Bay  Street  enough  handkerchiefs  so  that  the  tAvo­thirds  of  their  membership  Miami  809  N.  E. First  Avenue  NMU  MhSsed  Opportunity  entire  SIU  membership  could  and  are  due  to  lose  the  feY­'  they  Tampa  206  Franklin  Street  have  a  good  cry  over  the  sad  have  left  before  the  end  of  thft  The  so­called  National  Marl  Mobile  55 So. Conception Street  time  Union  deliberately  failed  to  plight  of  the  Mooremac  Line;  he  year.  We  hear  rumors  of  another  Houston  1712  ­  75th  Street  take  advantage  of  the  golden  op­ went  back  to  the  phone  and  told  NMU  assessment  coming  up  Great  Lakes  District  portunity  during  the first  year  of  the  Company  official  that the men  shortly,  and  understand  this  lat­ HEADQUARTERS  its  existence,  and  at  strategic  Avere  so  broken  up  over  the  sad,  est  grab  is  to  be  called  a  "Going  Detroit  1038  Third  Street  times  since,  to  establish,  those  sad  story  they  wei­e  unable  to  Away"  assessment.  Looks  like  conditions  seamen  want,  and  are  ship  and  therefore he  recommend­ they've  found  a  good  name for  an  AQDRESS  ALL CORRESPONDENCE  CONCERNING  THIS  determined  to  haA'c.  The  NMU  ed  tluit  they  get  in  touch  Avlth  assessment  at  last.  As  to  Ayho  is  PUBLICATION  TO:  neglected  to  secure  any  agree  Hoffman's  Island  where  the  NMU  "Going  Away"  we'll  have  to  take  "THE  SEAFARERS'  LOG"  ment  whatever  until  progressive  trains  the  "Fink ' Reserves"  and  John  L.  Lewis'  Avord  that  the  P. O.  Box  522,  Church  St. Annex,  New  York,  N. Y.  seamen  realized  the  futility  of  maybe he  could  get enough  pants­ Commienazls  are  going  away  securing  any  action  by  the  Na­ pressers  from  there  to  sail  the  from  the  CIO  and  going  away  tional  Maritime  Union,  and  or­ ship.  fast.  ganized  to  form  the  Seafarers'  llt'a.scm  for  Shortag­e  Warning  to  Menil)ers  International  Union.  Then,  and  Going  a  little  deeper  into  the  As  a  word  of  warning  to  all  only  then  did  the  National  Mari­ matter,  we find  that  due  to  ship­ members,  remember  that  on  or­ It­­­ time  Union,  dominated  by  Gom­ AVith  the  election  of  officers  just  around  the  corner,—  niiinlst  ofHclals,  hasten  to  ohlain  ping  finks  on  their  oAvn  struch  ders from  Moscow  the  Party  Line  starting  on  November 1st,  to  be  exact,—it  behooves  all  of  tis  an  agreement  AT  ANY  PRICE,  shipSi  and  those  of  the  SIU  when  in  the  U.S.  is  now  "Get  back  into  to  really  awaken  to  the  fact  that  the  election  is  something  from  the  shipowners  for  the  pur­ they  demanded  adequate  Avar  the  A.  F. of  L."  In  line  with  that  ­  of  utmost  importance  to  tlie  entire'membership,  and  is  not  pose  of  retaining  control  of  as  bonuses;  the  r*JMU  is  short  of  you'll  note  the  various  peace  ges­ men  and  unable  to  make  replace­ ­to  be  taken  too  lightly.  AVitii  thi.s  thouglit  in  mind,  let's all  many  ships  as  possible,  and  re­ ments.  The  NMU  have  many  tures  that  have  been  tendered  the  A.  F. of  L.  organizations.late­ sulting  dues  and  assessments.  take  a  careful  look  at  the  list  of  candidates  for  office,  and  The  National  Maritime  Union  reasons  and  alibis  for  not  having  ly.  The  membership  of  our  sis­ pick  out  the  men  we  believe  are  best  fitted  to  represent  us  agreement,  then  signed,  was  de­ men,  but  the  real  reason  is,  of  ter  organization,  the  CTU  radio­ cidedely  inferior  to  the  condi­ course,  that­­during  the  last  six  men,  are  being  bombarded  Avith  during the  coming  year.  Above  and  beyond  the  qualifieations  of  having  three  tions  which  the  rank  and  file  would  not  be  interested  in  false  peace  letters,  and  "let's  get  to­ gether"  epistles  from  the  Comie­ year's discharges,  and  of  being  a  citizen  of  the U.S.,  we  must  themselves  had  established  on  revolutionary  ways  out,  calculat­ nazi  controlled  ACA,  and  just,  the  the  ships.  WHY?  The  Communist  also look  for  other  e.xtreimdy  necessary  attributes in  the men  Party,  dominating  the  National  ed  to  eventually  make  him  a  other  day  all  waterfront  organ­ for  whom  we  inteiid  to  vote.  They  mu.st  be  capable,—both  Maritime  Union,  has  consistent­ slave  of  a  dictatorship. The  PaMy  izations  in  this  port,  except  the  i­l­­ mentally  and  physically;  they  must  be  fearless,  militant,  ly  misled  the  membership,  would  promptly  lose  its  support  SIU  and  the  CTU,  received  an  in­ spreading  false  hopes  which  have  on  the  basis  of  its  theories,  and  vitation  to  join  a  non­partisan  Iionest,  atid  not  afraid  of  plenty  of  hard  Avork!  never  gone  beyond  the  paper  consequently,  its  source  of  easy  marine  council.  It'.s  the same old  AViien  picking  the candidate for  Avhom  you  ijitend  to  cast  stage.  They  have  agitated  for  money  and  graft  Avhith  its  offici­ stunt  that  was  back  of  the  now  your  vote,  ask  yourself  these  questions:  Is  he  sufficiently  in­ conditions  which  they  never  in­ als  now  enjoy.  defunct  West  Coast  "Federation,"  telligent?—Is  he  hone.st?:—Is  he  a  hard  worker?—Can  he  tended  to  gain,  but  have  offered  The  Communist  Party  prefers  Get  everybody  together  because  take  it,  as  Avell  as  hand  it  out ?—Does  he  fully  understand  excuse  after  excuse,  and  passed  to  disguise  the  truth  of  its  ac­ they  are easier  handled  that way,  tions,  and  its  real  purpose,  from  then  the  Party  leaders  jump  for  the  needs  of  .seamen?—Is  he  ready  and  willing  to  go  to  bat  the  buck  time  and  again.  WHY ?  all  except  the  top  fraction,  by  control.  The  fact  that  neither  Coiniiiy's Program  for us?—Is fie  a  Communist?—And, last  but  not least;—What  McKay  of  the  SIU,  or  McDonald  To  get  to  the  bottom  of  the  means  of  skillful  propaganda.  of  the  CTU,  got  a  bid  to  repre­ is Ills  past  record  ;  subject,  the  Comnmiii.st  political  Phoney  Organizers  sent  their  organizations  at  the  machine,  for  the  benefit  of  top­ '  HONESTY  MANDATORY  We,  therefore,  come  to  the fi­ so­called  non­partisan  council,  Race,  color,  qr  creed  .should  not  be  any  bar  against  any  ranking  officialis  Avho  compose  nal  conclusion  that  we  must  brands  the  move  as  Commienazi  the  so­called  top  fraction,  and  nomijiee,,  and  neither  .should  age,  nor  the  lack  of  it!  Just  not  for  the  benefit  of  the  blind,  build  and  maintain  'our  Union  as  inspired,  since  the  ability  of  because a  man is  young, it  does not  necessarily follow  that  he  fanatic,  gullible,  and  therefore,  an  organization  which  is  com­ these, gentlemen  to  smell  a  Cont­ m  posed  of  seamen  alone,  for  the  mienazi  a  mile  away,  even  if  he  is  not  Avise  in  the  ways  of  Union  adtiiinislralion;  and,  cou­ rubberstamp  yes­uieu,  who  form  benefit  of  men  actively  employed  Avas  drenched  in  South  Broadway  A'crsely,  neither  does  it  hold  true if  he  is  AA^ell  along  in  years.  the  rank  and file  of  the  parly,  on  ships,  and  not fly­by­night  or­ foo­foo  at  a  dollar  an  ounce,  is  and  certainly  not  for  the  benefit  Neither  youth  nor  age  necessarily  precludes  the  fact  that  a  of  seamen  Avho  go  to  sea  for  a  ganizers  who  know  nqthing  of  well  knoAvn,  and  they'd  be  sura  man may  be  ca])able,  and  well  qualified.  The  chief  qualifica­ life  occupation,  t h f i v  e s  and  the  praeUcal  problems  of  sea­ tion  is'HONESTY!  If  you  don't  elect  honest  officers,  you  grows  on  false  promises,  pover­ men.  but  who  are  educated  in  to  throw  the  Avell  known  monkey­ foreign  isms  and  high­pressure  are  sticking  your  chin  right  out,  and  inviting  the  old  ISU,  ty,  misery  and  confusion  of  sea­ salesmanship,  for  the  purpose  of  wrench  into  the  AVCII  known  ma­ chinery.  ­ with  its  Gus  Brown,  Dave  Grange,  et  all  Nor  do  we  want  men  and  Labor  in  general.  The  injecting  themselves  into  the  La­ more  discontent  and  misery,  the  New  Ships  it to become  controlled  by  Communists, as is the  NMU! Let's  better  the  outliook  for  the  Party.  bor  movement  to  establish  a  keep  it  as it  is,—an  honest,  progressive  seamen's  Union,  run  Therefore,  it  must  be  understood  source  of  easy  money,  and  a  life  Work­on  the  three  ships  being  that  the  Communist  Party  lead­ of  leisure  for  a  group  of  bureau­ built  at  the  Sparrows  Point  yards  by  seamen, for  seamen I  cratic  parasites,  at  the  expense  Some  time  hgo  Ave  Avrote  an  editorial  in  whicli  we  stated  ership,  for  the  preservation  of  its  of  the  men  who  work  for  a  liv­ of  the  Bethlehem  Steel  Company  particular  racket,  must  do  all  in  for  the  Seas  Shipping  Company  that  this  election  is  not  to  be  regarded  as  a  popularity  con­ its  power  to  prevent  any  sub­ ing.  Avas  begun  recently.  The  neAV  F'raternally  yours,  '  tAst,  and  AA'C  wish  to  reiterate  that  it  mu.st  NOT  be  alloAved  stantial  improvement  in  the  con­ ships  are  of  15,200  tons  displace­ to turn  into  anything  of  the  sort.  Voting  for  any  man  just  ditions  Of  seamen  or  other  labor,  Waldo  Gripe,  No.  112,  Deck  Delegate,  for  the  vei^  reason  that once  the  ment,  485  foot  over  all  and  have  because  he  happens  to  be  a  personal  friend  of  yours  is  nof  SS  Seatrain  worker  secured  satisfactory  con­ a  ­speed  of ­  fifteen  and  a  hall  ,  going  to  help  you  personally.  However,  if  we  were  all  to  NCAV  Orleans.  ditions  and  a  contented  life,  he  knots.  The  building  of  these  fivtU  take  the  attitude  that  *ve  Avere  looking  out  for  our  personal  ships  is  in  line  with  the  Mari­ welfare,  the  organization  would  soon  fall  apart,  Our  ulti­ rious plan  to cqntrpl transportation  in  the United  States.­ Be­ time  Commission's  rehabilitation  nu  xai* LVi/lftlirirbe  the  most  good  for  the  greatest  number.  fore  you  vote  for  any  man  running for  office, fie  sure—afiove  program,  which  calls  for  the  OUARm  AGAINST  COMMIES  all  things—that  he  is  not  a  Communist!  building  of  137  ships  at  a  cost  of  That  the  Red  inenace  in  the  seamen's  labor  moA'ement  is  NOW:—THDfK  CAREFULLY—LOOK  BEFORE  YOU  $350,'000,000.  The  Commission  Is  not  a  mere figment  of  the  imagination,  Ave  Avell  knoAV  from  LEAP—VOTE  FOR  THE  RIGHT  MEN!  DON'T  BE  well  ahead  of  its  original  pro­ the  situation  which  at  present  obtains  in  the  NMU.  Conse­ FOOLED  NOR  MISLED  BY  ANY  ELECTIONEERING  grain  of fifty  ships  a  year  fo4­  ten  quently,  Ave  mu.st  bh  completely  on  our  guard  to  see that  the  PROPAGANDA!  DON'TJORGET  THAT  WE  CAN  NOT  years.  So  far,  twenty­two  vessels  Conimy.s.ate  not  given  uny  opportunity  to  gain  control  of  AFFORD  TO  MAKE  A  BACKWARD  STEP—WE  MUST  have  been  launched  and  it  is  ex­ H^^he  SIU.  We  do  not  have  any  personal  feelings  regarding  GO  FORWARD—EVER  PROGRESSING!  DON'T  ALLOW  pected  that fifteen  to  twenty  the  political  beliefs  of  the  Communists,  except  that  AVC  do  ANY  PHONIES  OR  PIE  CARDS  TO  RULE  THE  RES­ more  will  be  smacked  on  the'  ^I'lknow  that  they  are  not intere.sted  in  the  seamen  as  seamen,  TINIES  OF  THE  S E A P A R E R S '  INTERNATIONAL  snoot  with  a  bottle  of  Shipown­ ratheri  S  a  ineans. to  an  end.  The  Commys  regard  the  UNION!  er's  champagne  (hicarbonate­ot  ^fejseameu iuei'clyais  tools  with  which  to further  their  own  nefa­ VOTE  CAREFULLY­AND  RIGHT!  soda)  before  the end  of  the  year.  Seafarers'  Internatioaal Union  of  North  America  EDITORIAL  J­ k  w  :3ii  '  m/  m  ft. ©Ill  S? LAW "  < r,;. s;rS!f  ;:ii  �t:  •   \'{.b'W  ', J.'U'J^  • '  l^y. Oct. ^,1939  THE  SEAFARERS'  LOG  3  CURRAN  ATTEMPTS  TO SMEAR  SHIPPING REP8RTE0  NOTICE  Commissars Ruin NMU  FAIR  IN  mum.  SiU  WITH  PHONEY  LIES!  With Phoney Tactics  Commissars Unwanted  by SIU,  and  Gulf  NMU  Members Disgusted  Keen  Interest  Shown  In  Nominations  SIU  FEARED  BY  COMMISSARS  NO  PHONEY  BEEFS  Baltimorei  Md,.  Oct.  3 ­  Ship­ ROA'  DUGAN  (A.B.),  for­ merly  employed  on  the  SS  Ro­ bin  Goodfeliow,  kindly  com­ municate  with  Frederick  R.  Graves,  44  Whitehall  Street,  New  York  City,  regarding  an  accident  to  OTTO  WAN'NE  (A.B.)  on  or  about  Dec.  1,  1938  in  the  port  of  IVfomhasa,  East  Africa.  Houston,  Texas,  Oct.  9 —  For  years  the  militant  seamen  in  the  Gulf  have  fought  to  better  wages  and  conditions.  The  wohhlies  struck  the  ships  in  '34,  and  suc­ ceeded  in  raising  Avages  and  kill­ ing  Lykes  Bros.,  hiackhaii  sys­ tem.  The  ISU  reorganized  and  gained  job  control  and  then  went  phoney  AAith  a  bang!  A  phoney  agreement,  signed  by  Grange  &  Co.,  in  1936  resulted  in  the  1936­ 37  strike.  '  The  higlily  publicized  closing  remarks  of  Joe  Curran,  at  ping  continues  to  maintain  a  the  recent  NMU  convention  in  New  Orleans,  are,  as  usual,  .steady  average  out  of  thi.s  port,  with  the  return  of  the  Buil  Line's  organization  free  from  the  petty­ just another, and smellier rehash of  the old well known hooey,  Eiizafieth,  Heien,  and  Marjory  to  larceny  cliques  so  prevalent  in  —to  say  nothing  of  a  pack  of  damned  lies!  service  heiping  out  considerabiy.  some  of  the  labor  organizations  Curran  piously declares that the SIU  Charter Avas  granted  The  SUP  also  participated  in  the  of  today,  you've  found  an  organ­ to Harry  Lundeberg  only  on  the  condition  that "within  one  pickup  Avith  the  a.ssigulng  of  a  ization  that  is  on  its  way  to  the  ­Anti­Coiumie.s  Ousted  year's  time  he  would  deliver  all  the  members  of  the  NMU  fuii  crew  ­to  the  Honoiuiuan,  top.  However,  an  air  of  uncertainty  .^During  the  strike,  and  for  sev­ Organizing  Progresses  back  into  the  American  Federation  of  That's  lie  on  the  part  of  tiie  shipowners  Is  The  business  of  getting  our  eral  months  after,  the  comrats  number  one,  and  we  defy  "No­Coffee­Time"  to  prove  it.  noticeable  these  days,  particular­ men  on  dual­union  and  company  preached,  "Stay  within  the  ISU  In  the first  place,  the SIU does  not want  ALL  the  members  ly  in  the  Intercoastal  and  Off­ union  ships  is  going  ahead  at  a  at  any  cost,"  even  though  they  of  the NMU,—nor does the AFL.  There are certain  elements  shore  Lines,  with  the  former  still  good  pace  down  here,  and  with­ herded finks  all  during the  strike,'  wary  as  to  the  situation  on  the  in  a  couple  of  months  we  hope  AVhen  the  commissars  found  out,  within  the  NMU  who  have  no  business  whatsoever  in  the  Coast,  and  the  latter  getting  grey  to  have  slipped  enougii  men  that  there  Avas  no  pie  in  the  ISU  seamen^ labor  movement,  nor  in  any  other  labor  movement,  hairs  over  the  pro.spect  of  the  aboard  one  Line  to  take  it  over  for  them,  they  founded  the  NMLL  —and we  most certainly  do NOT  want them  within the ranks  new  "Cash  and. Carry"  neutrality  completely.  The  men  wangled  in  The  majority  of  the  militants  of  the SIU.  We  refer,  of  course,  to the  strong  CP  faction  Bill  which  provides  that  all  car­ on  these  jobs  are  not  "key"  men  joined,  and,  for  awhile,  really  to  belligerents  must  be  car­ hut  are  shipped  in  strict  accord­ Avent  to  tOAvn  gaining  better  con­ which completely dominates  the policy of  the NMU.  Not that  goes  ried  in  foreign flag  ships.  The  ance  Avlth  the  shipping  rules  ditions.  Anti­commy  officials  we  have  any  political  axes  to  grind,  but  we  just  can't  see  shipowners  are  making  a  strong  through  the  Hall,  and  it  says  a  Avere  elected  ail  over  the  Gulf,  'that  the  Stalinists  are  of  any  particular  value  to  the  Labor  protest  to  Washington,  pointing  lot  for  the  membership  that  who  fought  for  conditions  until  movement, as we arc only  too Avell  acquainted Avith  their aims.  out  that  if  the  new  neutrality  every  man  shipped  is  proving  Curran  &  Co.,  expelled  them,  and  law  is  adopted  as  it  now  stands,  himself  a  Avorker  for  the  SIU,  appointed  his  own  stooges,  who  NMU  MEN  SAILED  TANKERS  tAvo­thii'ds  of  American  shipping  and  producing  good  results  in  the  are  UOAV  in  office.  Lie  number  tAvo:  Spouts  the  Great  (?)  Joe: "The  only  will  be  taken  frorh  the  seas,  with  way  of  getting  other  members  Since  the  commies  have  con­ fiones  they  (SIU)  have  been  able  to  organize  so  far . . ^are  an  estimated  loss,  to  the  business  aboard.  There's  more  than  one  trolled  the  policy  of  the  Gulf;  of  250  million  dollars.  Ordinarily,  way  of  killing  a  cat,  and  ­if  there  have  been  no  beefs  settled  |the three  and  four  time losers,  the  men  who  make  a  practice  such  a  bill  would  have  no  hope  thumping  your fist  on  the  big­ in  favor  of  the  seamen.  Curran's  |of  waiting  for  a  strike "to  occu^  so  that  they  can  carry  on  of  getting  anyAVhoi'e,  but  with  shot's  de.sk  or  calling  a  strike  stooges  made  a  deal  Avith  Lykes  itheir  profession  of  scabbing  on  the  rank  and  file. ..." Un­ pui)iic  opinion  so  aroused  ovei  doesn't  get  you  anywhere;,  then,  Bro.s,  to  get  passes  for  the  com­ less  Ave  are  A­'cry  sadly  mistaken,  and  Ave're  certain  that  we  the  entire  neutrality  question,  what  the  hell;  try  something  mie  olficiais.  As  a  result  of  this  is  likely  to  happen.  else.  It's  results  that  count  in  deal,  the  watertenders  were  iren't,  the  NMU  is  overloaded  Avith  AvhitcAvashed  finks  Avho  anything .Sliips  Chartered  this  man's  world.  When  you  run  taken  off  the  I^ykes  ships.  .  pailed  the ships during the  '36­'37 strike, and  Avcre  taken into  A  "bare­boat"  charter  of  the  into  a  Lough  bird,  be  tough  right  Finds  SIU  Militant  the  NMU  after  being  assessed  heavy  fines.  As  for  the  gen  sixteen  ships  comprising  the  back  at  him,  but  if  he's  using  the  pral  membership  of  the  SIU  being finks,—^we also defy  Cur­ fleets  of  the  Oriole,  American  old  oil.  steal  his  thunder  and  be  When  this  happened,  I  made  up  j,  who was  never  a  union  man  until the comrats built  him  Hampton  Roads,  and  American­ slicker.^nd  oilier  than  he  is.  It's  my  mind  to  inve.stigate  the  France  Lines  has  been  aAvarded  the  only  way  you  can  win.  The  claims  of  tlie  Seafarers'  and find  ap,  to  prove  that  statement.' 'Ten  Avili  get  you fifty  that  he  to  the  United  States  Lines  by  nut  who  doesn't  know  how  to  out  if  they  Avere  really  fighting  can't  do  it !  Furthermore,  countle.ss  NMU  members  sailed  Maritime  Commission,  and  it  has  fight  except  with  a  club  In  his  to  improve  condition.s.  When  I  fthe  tankers  during  that  recent  so­called  strike,  and  Ave  have  been  announced  that  the  ships  hand  never  gels  anywhere  ex  was  satisfied  that  they  are  advo­ cating  direct  action,  and  hacked  'yet  to  hear  of  the  commissars  expelling  one  single  member  Avill  base  out  of  this  port.  The  cept,  perhaps,  the  cemetery.  No  More  Plioney  Beef.s  fleet  consists  of  the:  Capiilo,  Sa­ up  all  creAv  demands,  I  made  ap­ |:for haA'ing  done so I  tartia,  Schodack,  Coilamer,  Arti­ Beefs,  like  Tennyson's  brook,  plication  for  an  SIU  book.  All  GULP  NMU  DISGUSTED  gas,  Capuiiii,  Cold  Harbor,  City  go on  forevei",  but  there are  beefs  the  sea;men  Avho  knoAv  me,  can  Speaking  further  of  the  SIU,  Curran  says:  "Of  course  of  Flint,  Independence  Hail,  Le­ and  there  are  beefs,  and  we  note  take  my  Avord  that  the  Seafarers'  high,  Liberty,  McKeesport,.  Qua­ nine  out  of  every  ten  that  are  noAv  gaining  better  conditions  I there are  some  in  there  Avho  are  not  scabs.  There  are  some  ker  City,  Sarcoxle,  Pipestone  that  comes  up  these  days  are  of  the  than  the  NMU  have.  The  boys  1 who  have  been  intimidated.  There  are others  Avho  have  been  County,  and  Vincent.  legitimate  type  and  not  the  pho­ Avho  are  skeptical  of  this  claim  ­ Keen  Interest  Sliown  confused.  And  there  are  still  some  AVIIO  have  been  driven  ney,  personal  grudge  type  that  should  come  around  to  the  Hall,  into  the SIU  by  tactics that  Avere  applied  here  in the Gulf.'  Nominations  for  officers,  which  plagued  the  organization  during  and  investigate.  began  a  couple  of  meetings  ago,  its first  year,  and  gave  everyone  Fraternally,  That  is  lie  number  three!  No  member  of  tiie  SIU  has  ever  were  concluded  here  Monday  concerned  a  lot  of  trouble.  It's  R.  Blackie  Vaughan  [been  forced  into  it  against  his  oAvn  Avill,  nor  have  any  been  night,  with  a  goodly  list  of  can­ a  good  sign  showing  that  the  old  [confused.  But  when  Joe declares  that some  were driven into  didates  running  for  the  variou,s  timers  who  took  it  on  the  chin  l^the  SIU  on  account  of  the  tactics  in  the  Gulf,—^he  is  abso^  offices.  The  number  of  members  during  the  years  Aviieii  there  was  [lutely right!  The "rule  or ruin"  policy applied  by the com­­ nominated,  and  the  keen  interest  nothing  on  this  coast  to  choose  shown  by  the  average  member  in  from,  but  the  dictatorial  N'MU,  ssars  in  the  Gulf  District  disgusted  many  rank  and filers  this  important  matter  is  a  good  and  still  phonier  Indepenilents  thoroughly  that  they  left  the  NMU,  and  joined  a  Union  sign,  and  indicates  that  the  demo­ and  nthcr  successors  to  the  ISU,  which they knew that  they  would  be  assured of  complete  cratic  set­up  of  the  SIU  is  Aveil  are  getting  their  morale  hack  founded  and  eliminates  the  possi­ and  Avith  good  leadership  are  iemocracy:—the SIU!  bility  of  any  hop­head  with  Ciji'­ ready  to  go  to  town  for  the  SIU  Joe  then  goes  to  great  lengths  to  name  tAventy­five  or  so  ransky  ambitions  ever  being  able  and  the  spirit of  American  Union­ Irdent  rank  and filers  who  refused  to  go  along  with  the  to  take  over.  When  you find  an  ism  that  it  stands  for.  The  foiioAving  Resolution  AA'RS  jhoney  comic  program  in  the  Gulf  District,  many  of  Avhom  passed  at  the  regular  business,  I'cre among those  Avho  were leaders in the rank and file move­ late  date,  wdiy  i.s  lie  squaAvkiiig  about  any  crooked  election?  meeting  of  the  NeAV  York  Branch  the  Sailors'  Union  of  the  Pa­,  lent  Avhen  it started  in  1936.  He  calls  these  men  "killers",  HOAV  in  Hell  did  those  characters  ever"manage  to  get  in  of  cific,  on  October  9th:  'Aveed­heads';,  and  "dope­fiends."  It  so  happens  that  we  office  in  the first  place?  "WHERE­A.S:  The  commissar  enow  quite a  fcAV  of  these men personally,  and Ave  knoAv  that  NMU  OPEN  SHOP  AGREEMENTS  leadership  of  the  NMU,  through  |hey  are  not  as  he  Avould  like .to  paint  them.  It  is  hardly  necessary  to  state  that  lie  number  four  is  the  medium  of  its  official  press,,  MANDELL  AN  OPPORTUNIST  _  Joe's statement  that: "The next  great  attack  is  going  to  he  has  seen fit  to  declare  open  war­ .  Curran's  praise  of  the  NMU  attorneys.  Standard  and  an attempt  by the  operators and  the SIU  to spread Company  tare  on  the  SUP­SIU  setup,  and  [andell ,also  gives  us  a  big  laugh.  There is  no  need,  at  this  Union  wherever  they  may  be  able."  What  irony,  for  the  "WHEREAS;  This  same  leader­ are  dispatching  'organizers'  [inie,  to  go  into  Standard's  record,  but  regarding  Mandell,  likes  of  Curran  to  deliberately  insinuate  that  the  SIU  is  in  ship  to  the  West  Const  in  ^ desperate  i^e'd  like  to  say  that  he  has  ever  been  an  opportunist.  Be­ the same  category  as a  Company  Union!  Do  the  SIU  agree­ effort  to  destroy  the  Unity  and  fore  the  ISU firsf  came  into  poAver  i'l  the  Gulf,  Mandell  ments look like those a.company  union  Avould  sign?  Does the  morale  of  the  SUP,  and  flayed  ball  Avith  whatever  labor  organization  Avas  in  poAver.  SIU  have  any  open­shop  agreements?  The  answer  to  both  "WHEREAS:  This  moA'e  comes  rhen,  Avhcn  the  ISU  came  along,  he  managed  to  move  in  as  of  those  questions. i.s  an  emphatic  NO!  On  the  other  hand,  at  a  time  when  oiir  organization  le  attorney  for  that  outfit.  When  he  foresaAV  that  the ISU  take  a  look  at  your  NMU  agreements,  Avith  their  open  shop  is  engaged  in  a  vital  struggle  for  contracts  Avith  the  ship­ |as  going  to  fold,  he  took  steps  to  protect  himself,  and  and  preferential clauses,  and with their  no  overtime on coast­ suitable  OAvners,  therefore,  ligned  himself  Avith  the  CIO  Refinery  Workers'  Union.  At  wise  ships!  "BE  IT  RESOLVED;  That  we,  COMMISSARS  FEAR  SIU  le start of  the  '36­'37 strike, the real rank  and filers  Avanted  the  membership  of  the  New  York  Finally,  the  great  (?)  would­he  deliverer  of  the  seamen  Branch  of  the  SUP  do  hereby  go  |thing to  do  with Mandell,  and  did, in  fact, openly  refer to  comes out  ivith this: "I think that  tve  should agree  that there  on  record  condemning  this  split­ as  being "phoney".  However,  he  nevertheless  managed  Imuscle in.  It  is  doubt'ess  that­there  are  better,  and  abler  is no  room on  this Coast  or  on  any other  Coast in the  United  ting  tactic,  and  call  on  our  oflfl­ lorneys  than  Mandell  in  tlie  Gulf,  but  as  far  as  the  com­ States for such  an organization  as the SIU!"  This statement  cia'ls  to  resist  this  move  with  all  available  resources,"  psars are concerned  he  is tops.  'Nuf  sed!  Oh  Avell,—praise  AvaSj  of  course,  greeted  by  loud  applause from .the  assembled  such  as Curran  is^to  be  very  lightly .regarded, as  it  is  commies and  their  stooges.  IT IS  NO  SECRET  THAT  THE  (Signed)  J.  Delaney,  No.  1838;  M.  Weisberger,  No.  2609;  M.  J,  Ictically tantamount  to condemnation in  the eyes of  others!  COMMISSARS  FEAR  THE  SIU,—AND  WE  PREDICT  Smith,  No.  5260;  M.  Wurzweileri  ^Curran  states  that  Jack  "Rasputin"  LftAvrenson,  Moc: THAT  IT  WILL  BE  ON  THIS  COAST  AND  OTHER  No.  2483;  L.  Beckma?,  No.  4094;  me  and  otl^rs were "practically  driAren  out  of  the leader­ COASTS  WHEN  THE  COMRATS  ARE  A  LONG  TIME  R.  Witter,  No.  2689;  J.  Maxwell^  No.  4847.  Bp  of  the  organization  through  crooked  election."  At  this  GONE!  •  VsJ  • /ai  ''• HK  SUP Takes Action  Tactics of NMU  •  ail •   i  'r  '• ".U.'­y,­.    �T Iisrraici'­.i r,^  ~,.,1 ­=|M|­Wi.;r,­I,i;  /):­ ­  ­;  Ky'^V  ­• • • ­• :• • •   Misi  ACADIA  BEEF  iMjVV:­­ • r:  Friday, Oct. 20, 1939  THE  S E A F A R E RS *  LOG  ^­J'.­J:.  .e­fpr  J­;i:.,;v­;­ i&iH'­  • > ?  mi.'­ '  •   DUSHANE  REPORTS  COMRATS  CONSTITUTION  ADOPTED  BY  LARGE  MAJORITY  VOTE  (Continued from  Page ])  (Continued from  Page  J)  (Continued  from  Page  1)  the International  Seamen's  Union.  the  things  promised  aren't  Imme  We  hung  the  fink­book  around  The International  Seamen's  Union  diately  forthcoming,  put  up  a  the  seamens'  necks  on  this  coast,  healthy  squawk!  mentioned  is  undoubtedly  the  in­ and  by  working  with  the  Govern­ dependent  outfit  headed  by  the  ment,  we  had  John  Seaman  just  Reverse  Decision  phoney  scab­herder,  Reynolds.  where  we  wanted  him;  but  that  Vote  Also  Favors Organizational  The  papers  designated  it  as  an  The  meeting  went  on  record  to  damn  SUP  stood  pat,  and  fought  AFL  affiliate,  but  they  were  in  rescind  their  previous  action  of  this  issue  to  a  stand­still.  The  And  Strike Assessment  error  on  this  score.  Apparently,  September  ISth,  when  they  re­ outcome  of  this  was  that  we  had  the  NMU  commissars,  in  their  fused  to  allow  the  crew  of  the  to  turn  our  pretty  books  in  for  a  desperate  efforts  to  please  the  Arrow  to  transfer  to  the  Meteor.  Certificate!  Next,  we  backed  thb  HOSPITAL  ASSESSMENT  ALSO  shipowners  and  the  Maritime  Immediately  following  this  ac­ Maritime  Commission  and  the  Commission,  rounded  up  all  sorts  tion,  a  motion  was  introduced,  Training  Ship  program,  but  due  INCLUDED  IN  CONSTITUTION  of  finks  to  sail  the  ships  for  the  and  carried  unanimously  to  allow  to  the SUP,  we  failed  to get  them  lousy  twenty­five  percent  bonus  the  crew  of  the  Arrow  to  trans­ established  on  the  West  Coast,  offered  by  the  shipowners.  New  York,  Oct.  17—Announcement  of  the  results  of  the  fer  to  the  Meteor  temporarily.  and  if  we  don't  watch  out  now,  Now,  after  all  their  trouble  to  This  reversal  of  decision  was  the  SIU  will  do  away  with  them  voting  on  the  proposed  Constitution  of  the  Seafarers'  Inter­ please  the  Maritime  Commission,  made  because  of  the  fact  that  on  this  Coast,  and  the first  thing  national  Union  was  made  at  Headquarters  meeting  of  Octo­ they  are  to  be  subjected  to an  in­ the  longshoremen  in  Providence  • we  know,  they  will  have  hiring  vestigation  by  this  self­same  gov­ were  losing  considerable  work,  out  of  the  Union  Halls,  on  this  ber  9th.  The  complete  results  of  the four  ballot  referendum  •   ernment  agency  because  of  the  due  to  a  lot  of  the  excess  freight  Coast,  for  the  Maritime  Commis­ were  as  follows:  complaints  of  inefficient,  service,  being  hauled  by  truck.  sion  ships!  Constitution  Ballot:  insolence,  and  conditions  amount­ Gunnison  Reports  "Comrats,  if  this  comes  to  Yes  .......1,225  ing  almost  to  mutiny.  Brother  Johnny  Gunnison,  ex­ pass,  we  will  have  to  go  back  to  No  .....'  180  Trouble  Predicted  our  buttonhole  making  and  pants  When  this  ship  sailed  for  Eu­ agent  of  the  port  of  Miami,  wa.s  pressing,  and  what  is  Stalin,  that  Constitutional  Amendment:  rope on  September  23,  it  was  pre­ present  at  the  meeting,  and  was  Nazi man,  going  to  think  when  he  Citizen  876  asked  to  take  the floor  and  give  dicted  that  there  would  be  trou­ finds  out  that  we  couldn't  keep  an  account  of  the  recent  P & O  Eligible  305  ble  aboard  her, and  it is  doubtless  the  poor,  dumb  seamen  fighting  strike.  He  explained  to  the  mem­ also  true  that  the shipowners  also  Shipping Rules:  among  themselves?"  anticipated  no  little  difficulty.  membership  that  the  strike  had  Yes  1,214  R.  A.  Reddle,  ­SUP  202­3  However,  apparently  NMU  offi­ been  deliberately  sabotaged  by  the  NMU  officials,  through  their  No  187  cials,  the  U.S.  Lines  and  the  actions  in  supplying  finks  to  the  Assessment:  Maritime  Commission  were  not  sufficiently  interested  in  the  mat­ .struck  ships,  and  that  the  SIU  Yes  ....1,036  ter  to  make  d  complete  investi­ membership  had  called  the  strike  No  ..  355  off  themselves  in  an  effort  to  gation  of  it  BEFORE  the  vessel  save  some  of  the  jobs.  Ho  stated  ^  As  can  be  seen  from  the  fore­ All  men  on  ships  calling  ever  sailed,  thus  avoiding  all  this  that  although,  on  the  surface,  the  going  figures,  acceptance  of  the  unnecessary  trouble.  strike  is  lost,  that  it  can_ still  be  at  Texas  City  or  Galveston  Constitution  was  carried  by  a  Worst  Coiniilaiiif  won,  and  suggested  tllat  the  are  advised  that  when  re­ margin  of  practically  seven  to  The  worst  complaint registered,  members  who  can  do  so  go  down  placements  are  needed,  the  one,  as  were­  also  the  shipping  Philadelphia,  Oct.  14 —  Appar­ to  our  way  of  thinking,  was  that  to  Florida  and  hang  around  on  rules.  The  question  of  a  candi­ Houston  Hall  must  he  con­ ently  there  is  nothing  being  said  of  William  E.  Tanning  of  Lenox,  the  beach  .and  try^to  ship  on  date  for  office  having  to  be  a  citi­ Mass.,  who said:  "The service  was  these  ships,  and  break  up  the  tacted.  The  phone  number  or  done  in  regards  to  cutting  the  zen,  or  be  eligible  for  citlzensiiip,  is  Woodcrest  60245.  Jerry  hours  of  seamen.  'J'his  month,  all  was  much  closer,  with  the final  simply  terrible.  Mothers  with  phoney  independent  union.  small  babies  had  the  greatest  dif­ Petro  is  the  Agent  in  shore  industries  will  be  cut  to  42  count  in  favor  of  full  citizenship  Qualifications  Coinmitteo  ficulty  getting  the  proper  food.  charge,  and  Blackie  Vau­ hours a  week;  but  the  politicians,  being  about  two  and  one­half  to  Some  of  them  finally  had  to  go  to  one.  The  $5.00  strike  and  organ­ Nomination.s  were  opened  for  ghan  is  the Patrolman.  and  even  our  own  membership,  the  galley  themselves  to  prepare  members  of  a  committee  to  in­ izational  fund  assessment  went  Your  cooperation  is  re­ seem  to  pass  up  this  most  impor­ over  to  the  tune  of  three  to  one,  the  babies'  food.  At  first  the  vestigate  the  qualifications  of  stewards  tried  to  keep  them  out  quested  in  this  matter,  in  tant  issue.  Not  "Streamlined"  members  accepting  nomination  of  the  galley,  but  they  finally  got  order  that  all  confusion  for  ofllce,  and  brothers  Roscoe  The  Constitution,  as  adopted,  The  shipowners  are  building  in."  McCarthy,  Klippberg,  Alexander,  may  be  successfully  newer  and  faster  ships.  The  ca­ is  not  at  all  of  the  "streamlined"  This  latest  scandal  is  an  out­ Duroba  and  Mason  were  elected  variety  as  advocated  by  the  top  avoided.  pascity  for  cargo  in  these  ships  flight  commissars  of  the  NMU,  standing  example  of  the  lack  of  to  serve.  Lopez  and  Dixon  were  discipline  in  the  NMU,  and  would  elected As  alternates.  is  by  far  much  greater  than  the  but  rather,  is  a  bona fide  work­ never  have  happened if  the  vessel  average  ship  now  sailing.  Inci  ing  stiff's  Constitution  drawn'up  Before  the  Oath  of  Obligation  had  been  manned  by  members  of  was  administered,  it  was  an­ dentally,  these  ships  carry  about  by  seamen,  and  for  the  seamen.  the  Seafarers*  International  Un­ It  provides  for  a  maximum  of  nounced  that,  as  the  new  Consti­ the  same  crew  as  the  slower  and  democratic  expression,  and,  of  ion.  There  are  never  any  com­ tution  has  been  officially  adopted,  smaller  ships.  What  are  we  do­ course,  follows  closely  along  the  plaints  of  this sort  while  the  Aca­ only  those  who  have  been  mem­ dia  is  employed  in  her  usual  run.  bers  of  the  Union  for  a  period  of  ing  about  this  threat  to  our  ex­ lines  of  the  SUP  Constitution,  Houston,  Texas,  istence?  It  is  high  time  that  we  and  a  better  pattern  could  not  at  least  six  months  can  be  obli­ start  the  ball  rolling  in  this  di­ have  been  chosen.  Oct.  9,  1939.  gated.  As  a  consequence,  only  rection;  for,  not  only  does  it  Hospital  Piiiid  about  a  half  dozen  took  the  Oath  Editor,  Seafarers'  Log:  (Continued  from Page  J)  —proving  that  the  great  majority  The  brothers  aboard  the  Amer­ threaten  to  displace  lots  of  us  off  Provided  for  also  in  the  Con  fled  to sit  around on  their fannies  have  already  been  obligated.  ican  Range  Line  ship  Marsodak  the  job,  but  It  is  a  direct  threat  .stitution  Is  an  annual  assessmen  of  $2.00,  for  a  hospital,  burial  anc^  and  allow  the  shipowners  plenty  are  making  great  strides  towards  to  the  existence  of  our  Union.  of  stalling  time,  SlU  officials  are  the  betterment  of  the  members  In  my  opinion — rather  than  shipwreck  fund.  Under  the  prof  busily  engaged  in  successfully  working  and  living  coiidiUons  wages  being  the  major  demand  visions  of  this,  no  member  wb^f  negotiating  bona fide  closed  .shop  aboard  this  ship.  We  have  a  very  at  the  present  time — the  ques­ has  not ,gald  his  assessment  will  agreements.  As  a  matter  of  fact  capable  ship's  delegate,  who  has  tion  of  four  watches,  and  more  be  paid  benefits  while  in  the  hos­ Montevideo,  Peru,  Sept.  17 —  the  wholehearted  support  of  the  men  on  the  jobs  should  be  our  pital.  However,  this  assessment  the  boys  around  Twenty­third  SS  Delplata  arrived  here  today  entire  crew,  with  all  departments  aim  in  the  near  future.  will  sot  have  to  be  paid  immedi­ Street  are  offering  better  than  even  money  that  the  commisssars  from  Santos.  At  Santos  we  dis­ backing  him  100  percent  in  his  Fraternally  yours  for  progress  ately,  as  it  will  be  for  the  year  1940,  but  anyone  who  wishes  to  will  lose  out  on  the  hiring  hall  tributed  "West  Coast  Sailors"  efforts  to  discliarge  his  duties  as  with  the  SIU  and  SUP,  pay  it  may  do  so,  and  it  will  be  issue  in  the  American  Merchant  and  "Seafarers'  Logs"  all  over  delegate.  J.  Flanagan,  SIU  No.  542  credited  to  their  account.  Marine  Institute.  They  label  it  town.  Also  visited  tlje  SS  Del­ mar,  gave  literature  to  crew,  and  We  have  secured  many  benefits  The  $5.00  strike  and  organiza­ "Just  another  sell­out."  gave  them  news  about  New  Or­ in  the  last  few  months:  new  tional  assessment  is  collectible  Let  Tiiem  Equal  It!  leans,  including  P & O  strike,  and  linen,  ice­boxes,  electric  fans,  immediately,  as  it  is  not  on  an  But  for  the  lack  of  space,  we  Isthmian.  They  also  gave  "Red"  forecastle  repainted,  new  lockers,  annual  basis.  Receipt  books  for  would  print  the  Cuba  Distilling  and  Finn  credit  for  activity.  more  milk,  more  and  better  both  of  these  assessments  are  at  Membership  books  for  the  Co.  agreement  in  its entirety;  but  green  vegetables  and  fruit,  new  present  being  printed,  and  the  Crew  of  SS  Delplata.  following  men  are  being  held  we'll  let  it  speak  for  itself.  Fur  chlnaware,  and  the  conditions  Patrolmen  will  soon  be  carrying  to even  equal  this new  agreement,  are  100  percent  improved  in  the  at  New  York  Headquarters:  them  with  them.  Milton  Welner,  A  No.  4­rDeck  thermore, we  defy  the commissars  last  three  months.  Fair  Indication  granted.  We  hope  that  the  Com­ M.  BianchI,  A  No.  2319—Deck  —let  alone  surpass  it!  In  their  mittee  doesn't  ask  Joe  too  many  The  vote  cast­was  not  as  large  The  steward  aboard  has  given  Frank  E,  Harvie,  A  No. 2671—  greed,  avidity.  eagerness  to  embarassing  questions!  as' was  anticipated,  but  4t  was  hia  "wholehearted  cooperation  in  Deck  enact  the  will  of  Moscow,  they  We'd  like  to  say  again  that  we  all  efforts  to  obtain  all  items  on  Charles  W.  Johnson,  A  No.  still  an  exceedingly  fair  indica­ have  apparently  conveniently  for­ defy  the  NMU  commissars  to  ne­ demand,  all  overtime  is  paid  tion  of  the  wishes  of  the  mem­ 3163—Deck  gotten  the  reason  for  the  rank  gotiate  an  agreement  on  a  par  promptly,  and  no  trouble,  as  past  E.  Rivera,  A  No. 2735—Eng.  bership  at  large.  Many  men  on  and  file  secession  from  the  old  with  the  Cuba  Distilling  Co.  con­ member  of  this  crew  "for  over  L.  Culafato,  A  No.  2401—Stwd.  ships  could  have  voted  did  not  ISU.  Such  actions  will  eventually  tract.  Ten  will  get  you  twenty  three  months,  1  can  vouch  for  Burgess  W.  Davis,  A.  No.  3356  dp  so,  as  they  failed  to  take  ad­ lead  to  their­own  complete  undo­ that  they  can't  do  it!  the  present  improvement  in  con­ vantage  of  the  fact  that  they  —Stwd.  ing.  ditions.  could  vote  at  the  Halls  any  day  Copies  of  the  new  agreement  Erasmo  C.  Vega,  A  No.  4034—  Curran's Hopes  Blasted  during  the  week  if  the  crew  off  are  now  ready,  and  will  be  placed  Stwd.  It  is  a  pleasure  to  sail  with  And,—by  the  way,—we  don't  aboard  the  ships  as  soon  as  pos­ a  ship  voted  In  a  body.  This  ar­ C.  F.  Stouch,(»,A  No.  4642­ your  fellow  members  who  try  like  to  gloat,  but  we  note  with  a  sible.  rangement  proved  satisfactory  tq  Stwd.  and  strive  to  better  their  condi­ certain  degree  of  satisfaction  that  If  the  foregoing  members  the  crews  of  several  ships  calling  tions,  and  take  a  stand  where  "Pour­Bit­Joe's"  aspirations  to  be  will  write  to  Headquarters'  at  New  \York,  and  quite  a  fev|  there  is  no  backing  down  until  a  CIO  vice­president  received  a  the  gain  is  made  in  full.  {Jnited  stating  what  Branch  they  wish  ballots  wdre  cast  in  this  manner.  rude  set­back  at  the  recent  con­ The  Balloting  Committee,  com­ wo  .stand,  divided  we  fall,  so let's  their  book  sent  to,  It  will  he  vention  in  San  Francisco.  Appar­ posed  of  C.  R.  West,  Wm.  Ham­ forwarded to  the  Agent  of  that  all  stand  together  and  pull,  and  ently  his  name'had  a  bit  too  Ships'  Delegates:  Demand  back  our  officials  for  all  we  are  particular  Branch.  MeriTbers  ilton,  W.  L.  Mason,  Chas.  Doobin,  n\jUcYi  of  a  reddish­ tinge  for  John  that  all  replacements  produce  worth,  and  make  the  Seafarers'  wishing  their  hooks  to  he  sent  James  Flynn  and  Wm.  Hazlett  L;  Lewis.  Now  we  hear  that  Cur­ a  properly filled  cut  assign­ International  Union  the  only  real  to  a  pri'v'ate  address  'will  be  functioned  very  smoothly  and  r^h  has asked  to  be  allowed  to ap­ ment­card from  the  Dispatcher  HE  MAN'S  UNION!  requested  to  give a  description  efficiently,  and  are  deserving  pear  before  the  Dies  Committee,  at  the  Union  hall.  credit  for  the  workmanlike  jo)|''  of  themselves.  J.  M.  Mason,  Gulf  No.  287  ffind  that  permission  has  been  thety  pei'formed.  I  •  • :;  f­ '  ,!  '  H4\  . .•  Sri:'­®­ ;  ;1  ' • ­•   l'­  »f;'®Jl.i^Shs,  r! ­• • :• • '•   ­.'A'• ''i'";­./^'' • • .  NOTJCE  Four  Watches?  • r  w&t­ Improvements On  Range Line Ships  AGREEMENT  •   1  fvS'V;  Ij;;: ;.­  5,  S.S. Delplata  NOTICE  I *''  ' ­  t)  " •  Notice:  ^  � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. 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BALTIMORE BRANCH GETS STRANGE CALL FOR MEN CURRAN ATTEMPTS TO SMEAR SIU WITH PHONEY LIES SHIPPING REPORTED FAIR IN BALTIMORE COMMISSARS RUIN NMU WITH PHONEY TACTICS SUP TAKES ACTION AGAINST SPLITTING TACTICS OF NMU CONSTITUTION ADOPTED LARGE MAJORITY VOTE Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 10/20/1939 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. I, No. 20 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 1939 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/2c491a27463b533ed5a0bb34c5d6a558.PDF b587adaaea2bf1345bccbff368be6e77 PDF Text Text Idf R® JoQ OFFICIAL ORGAN OF THE ATLANTIC AND GULF DISTRICT, SEAFARERS' INTERNATIONAL UmON OF NORTH AIPStlCA VoL VI. I.V' • NEW YORK. N. Y.. FRIDAY. OCTOBER 20. 1944 Lundeberg Balloting Denounces Red Tape No. 34 Opens November 1st It looks like a lively election this year—and that's all to the good. The Credentials Commit­ tee reports that close to 50 can­ didates have fUed for the various The SlU .was placed on record offices, and so the membership by President Harry Lundeberg as will be able to select the most being opposed to any more gov­ qualified man for each post. ernment red tape oh seamen's The nominations closed at mid­ papers and to the Coast Guarc night of October 15, and since taking any jurisdiction over sea­ last Monday the Credentials men in peace time. In a letter to Committee has been hard at Commandant Waesche of the work checking the qualifications U. S. Coast Guard, Lundeberg of the various candidates. The made it clear that this union de­ Committee will have a full re­ mands a minimum of military port by the time the next LOG control over the merchant sea­ goes to press, and the member­ men, and that existing red tape ship will be able to see and dis­ and bureaucratic bungling should cuss the names of the qualified be progressively eliminated. candidates. President Limdeberg's sharp The Constitution of the union letter was in response to a Coast provides that balloting shall be Guard proposals that it "simpli­ held throughout the months of fy" existing procedure by elim­ November and December. So inating many of the present pa­ that there wiU be no confusion in pers carried by the seamen, and the minds of anyone as to the issue a special Coast Guard cer rights and duties of the members tiflcate good for five years. and officials, Secretary-Treasurer While it is true that the seamen John Hawk has forwarded to all now carry more papers than a branches the following balloting bookkeeper handles, we don't instructions: want this used as an excuse for October 16, 1944 the. military to creep into the General Instructions For Con­ Brother Fred Anderson poses for his picture in Washington after receiving the Merchant Marine picture and establish permanent ducting Balloting In the peace-time controls over the men. Distinguished Service Medal for "heroism in the face of almost certain death." Basking in reflected 1944-45 Official Election Here is the full text of brother glory are." left to right. Rear Admiral Emory S. LantL Chairman of Maritime Commission; Captain Tl is letter is being sent to all Lundeberg's letter which fully Edward Macauley. Vice Chairman War Shipping Administration; Brother Anderson; Major General agents, outlining the constitution Vahdegrift of the Marines; and Anderson's parents. Mr. and Mrs. George L. Anderson of Amite. procedure to be followed by all explains the issues involved: October 8th, 1944 Lotiisana. In front is Anderson's young brother. balloting committee offciating at R. R. Waesche, Commandant, voting periods in the annual elec­ United States Coast Guard, tion of officials for the year 1945. Washington, D. C. It is the responsibility of aU Dear Sir: Agents to see that these instruc­ 1 am in receipt of a communi­ tions are available to the com­ cation from K. K. Cowart, Com­ For "heroism in the face of al­ cendiary and explosive bullets. the other hold and extinguished mittees and see that the conunit- ' mander, USCG, Chief, Merchant most certain death" the Merchant Several of these hit into open the gasoline fires. tees follow the instructions here­ Marine Personnel Division, to­ Marine Distinguished Service hatches, setting fire to the cargo. "His heroism in the face of al­ in outlined: gether, with copy of a "Proposed Medal was . awarded last week to Though an explosion which most certain death was in keep­ Sec. 3. "The Secretary-Treasurer Plan for the Simplification of a member of the Sailors' Union might completely., demoiish the ing with the finest traditions of shall cause to be printed and Documents required of Merchant of the Pacific, Fred Aubry An­ ship was imminent. Able Seaman the United States..Merch^t Mar­ shall forward to each Branch a Marine Personnel." The letter derson, able seaman. The cei-e- Anderson and the Chief Officer ine." Brother Anderson comes from sufficient number of Ballots and from Commander Cowart states mony took place at 3 p.m. in the unhesitatingly defended into one numbered slotted envelopes for that this "new plan" is a result office of Capt. Edwm-d Macauley, hold with fire hose and extin­ Amite, la. His first sea papers the purpose of containing bal­ of a study made by the Coast member of the U. S. Mai-itime guished the fires in the ammuni­ were issued in April, 1942, at New lots cast daily. A record shall Guard, and requests that we ad­ Commission, in the presence of tion, and then, stopping only Orleans. be kept of the number of the vise you of any suggestions or Lieut. Gen. Alexander A. Vimde- long enough to strap on foamite He signed on the Samuel Park­ first and last ballot so forward­ grift. Marine Corps Commandant, shoulder tanks, descended into er in the SUP hall in Seattle. comment relative to it. ed. None but official ballots 1 am herewith expressing the and. Brig. Gen. Field Harris, in shall be used in any General opinion of the membership of,the charge of Marine Corps Aviation. Election." Sailors' Union of the Pacific and Anderson is now a member of Sec. 4. "Balloting for officers the Seafarers' Intern ational the U. S. Marine Corps. shall be secret and shall take Union of N. A. (affiliated with the Anderson's decora tion was place each day during the American Federation of Labor) earned aboard the SUP ship month of November and De­ •composed of active merchant sea­ Samuel Parker, which in a tencember, 60 Days Referendum men, • and comprising a member- month voyage to war theaters Establishment of an award for a citation, a metal plaque of 18 provided that there are five was subjected to torpedo'ing, fContinued on Pa^e 4) inches in diameter showing a members in good standing gallant ships and additional ser­ bombed, mined and strafed, merchant ship in relief with the elected from meeting pres­ vice bars and awards for meiNew York Shipping- Is bringing home a total of 130 bat­ chant seamen were announced words "Gallant Ship" spelled out ent to look atthetheir books and tle scar s. Anderson's citation, HOT I ! in rope design will be awarded. guard the ballot box; and no today by the War Shipping Ad­ signed on behalf of President The plaque, publicevidence of ballots shall be accepted except ministration. Roosevelt by Vice Admiral Em­ Any of Ihe bTolheTS In ihe honor and distinction, is to be those cast in the regular man­ Vice Admiral Emory S. Land, out ports who find shipping ory S. Land, U. S. N., retired. WSA Administrator, has dele­ mounted at the top of a hard­ ner. Chairman of the U. S. Maritime slow and their bill - fold gated the authority given him wood board and under it will be "A committee of Election com­ Commission, read: empty—^head for New York. posed of six (6) full members "For heroism. under enemy ac­ under Ex^utive Order to the placed a metal plate inscribed Agent Paul Hall has an­ with the citation. in good standing, two (2) from Seamen's Service Awards Com­ tion. nounced that he can ship all each department namely, one Each person aboard during the mittee of the WSA. This com­ "His ship, SS Samuel Parker, the men that show up. re­ judge, two tellers and three mittee will consider and deter­ action for which the ship is cited supporting our landing on the gardless of department or clerks, shall be elected in each Sicily beachhead, was unloading mine the action to be taken on will be entitled to wear a dark rating. Don't let the RMO port to conduct the elections green: sUk ribbon bar upon which high explosives and aviation gas­ all proposals for citations, com­ fill your jobs—come to New and to canvass the returns. is mounted a silver sea horse. In mendations, and awards:.. York and fill them yourselves. oline when a wave of enemy planes strafed the ship with in­ Whenever a ship has received (Continued on Page 3) (Cotitinued on Page 5) ; HONOR TO S.U.P. HER O New Awards For Seamen Announced iiiiiSI iiiM �11 ' Page Two fHE SEAFARERS LOG Friday. October 20. 1844 tSSBSSSBSSBBSt SEAFARERS LOG Published by the SEAFARERS' INTERNATIONAL UNION OF NORTH AMERICA Atlantic and Gulf District Affiliated with the American Federation of Labor, HARRY LUNDEBERG ------ President 105 Market Street, San Francisco, Calif. JOHN HAWK. - -- -- -- - Secy-Treas. P. O. Box 25, Station P., New York City MATTHEW DUSHANE - - - Washington Kep. 424 5 th Street, N. Washington, D. C. ft! • Directory of Branches BRANCH NEW YORK (4) BOSTON (10) BALTIMORE (2) PHILADELPHIA NORFOLK NEW ORLEANS (16). CHARLESTON (9)... S.AV.ANNAH TAMPA JACKSONVILLE MOBILE SAN JUAN. 28 B.R.. PUERTO RICO CALVESTON ADDRESS 51 Beaver St 330 Atlantic Ave.,.. 14 North Gay St..... 6 North 6th St.. .., ,, 25 Commercial PI..,, 339 Chartres St.. .... 66 Society St 220 East Bay St 423 East Piatt St.... 920 Main St 7 St. Michael St..... PHONE HAnover 2-2784 Liberty 4057 Calvert 4539 Lombard 7651 Norfolk 4-1083 Canal 3336 Charleston 3-2930 Savannah 3-1728 Tampa MM-1323 Jack»onvills5-I23l Dial 2-1392 45 Bonce da Leon.... 219 20th St., San Jnan 1865 Galveston 2-8043 PUBUCATION OFFICE: 51 BBAVBR STREET Mew York, (4) N. Y, HAnover 2-2784 267 By BUNKER Pursers on ships these days have a nice job. Aside from writing Up the ship's log every day and typing overtime once Or twice a weelc, most of them don't do much except promenade the boat deck and enjoy the scenery. However, there are plenty of things a good pui^r does to earn his pay and make himself more than an ornament. A good purser pays a little attention to the slop chest. On long trips to places where yOu can't buy gear, no matter how much money you have, a well stocked slop chest is mighty, important, and a purser should make sure it's adequate before the ship sails. At sea, he should open the iriop chest several times a week at different hours so men on watch can draw from it. Some pursers amble down to the slop chest whenever it suits their fancy. A good purser also takes care of the ship's library ... has a good selection of books (which the American Merchant Marine Library Association will deliver to the ship free of charge), and keeps them from being scattered all oVer the ship. During the week before the ship gets back from a trip the pur­ ser should give the crew an approximate statement of wages, so -they'll have an idea of What their pay-off will be. If the purser is toe lazy for this, yOu can figute it out pretty well yourself from the table of wages in the SIU booklet, YOU and YOUR UNION. Another way in whicdi the purser can be useful is to write out passes for the ship's crew in places where the army or port author­ ities don't issue them. This saves a lot of beefs with the Coast Guard lateir on. • » • * BTothers John Dunnett, AB, and A. T. Arnold, AB, just came back from a trip on the Edward W. Scripps, ah Alcoa liberty. The Scripps left Boston in February with a-slop chest that was lacking of everything necessalry for a trans-Atlantic Voyage in midWinter. There were no boots, rain gear, gloves, winter underwear, or heavy socks. The boys who had some gear were lucky, the ones who came aboard schooner rigged had a mighty cold trip. Tlie few shirts and dungarees the ship carried didn't go half way to meet the needs of the crew. According to Arnold and Dunnett, the ship laid in Bostoh for ten days before puUing out—plenty of time to get a good slop chest on board. * * * « The United States has lost six of its big pre-war liners: The Manhattan, Pres. Coolidge, Pres. Harrison, Pres. Grant, Pres. Pierce, and Pre.s. Cleveland. ' The Pres. Coolidge was sunk by a mine in the South Pacific, and the Harrison was seized in Chinese waters by the Japs and later sunk by a U. S. submarine. -The Pres. Grant ended her days on a Pacific reef; the Pierce and Cleveland were both sunk in '43 during the N. African invasion. Here is brother Edward Lewis, SIU Chief Steward, participating in the recent dedication of the Sands Point rest home for merchant seamen. Brother Lewis received the keys to The Chimney's estate on behalf df all merchant seamen, and officially opened it for men convalescing from "convoy fatigue." The home is operated by the United Seamen's Service. "MAD DOG" NEILSEN IS TAMED The ten year long record of "Mad Dog" Captain Mads C. Neilsen, master of the SS Robin Adair was exposed as bucko fakery here last week When Paul Hall, New York Ageht ahd J. P. Shuler, Patrolman, recounted to Robin Line officials some of his exploits during the last voyage. "Mad Dog's" blustering sub­ sided to the whine of a puppy when it was made clear by the union that his Captain Bligh tac­ tics would no longer be tolerated, and if he wanted to obtain ereWs he had better stop fancying him­ self as a dictator while on the high seas. Among the charges brought against Neilsen by the union Was the fact that he rationed food to the crew When there was no nec­ essity for it. On the last trip he had posted a notice ih the messroom to the effect that "two eggs are enough for any man." He also interferred with the Steward and the general feeding of the ship. As a result of his high handedness, eight cases of eggs and a quantity of oth«- food had to be destroyed because it Went bad. A hungry crew and the food going bad because it wasn't be­ ing served up! The union also revealed that Neilsen had consistently charged top prices for inferior goods in the slop chest. We had his price list, and many items were over OPA ceilings—"Mad Dog" pock­ eting a nice profit. , Most serious of the charges, however, was that Neilsen was constantly abusive to the crew while at sea, and when in his drunken tempers ran amuck with a gun and herded the crew aroimd at pistol point. Neilsen attempted to deny this, but the union had testimony from the en­ tire crew, as well as the officers and the gun crew. "Even the Merchant Marine Hearing Officer commented on your lack of soberiety," brother Hall told Neilsen at the inter­ MONEY DUE view in the Robin Line office. "One of the high spots of the trip Was Neilsen's attempt to log a member of the Naval gun crew. SS FRANCIS ASBURY "Mad Dog" Whined When he Ad­ Daniel P. Wilson, AWz his. Col­ mitted that he had "scratched it lect at Bull Line. 114 Broad St. out of the log" after he had been » • * informed that he had no jurisdic­ SS JONATHAN GROUT tion over the gun crew. Gordan MaxweU, Oiler, ISO hrs. Throughout the interview the Collect at Missiseippi SS Co„ 17 Robin Line officials were entirely Battery Place. cooperative with the union and » • * made no attempt to excuse Neil­ SS LABADIE sen or defend his actions. At the St. Jiermaln, Winters, Natesh, conclusion of the hearing the Hatzl, and Galarre, each $23,59. union warned "Mad Dog" that if Collect at Company otBee. his ship ever entered port in a • • • like condition again, he would be SS CITY OF MONTGOMfiRY brought before the Coast Guard Mantieg, 4 hrs. and we would see to it that his • •. . careei' as "terror of the seas" SS SHICKSHINNY ended once and for all. At this point Neilsen's bluff and Louis H. Redler, AB, I hn blusteC Collapsed. He Whined that Frank Dunovich, AB, 2 hrs; he didn't mean any harm, and he Thomas Forehand, OS, 2 hrs; thought that he had done the Russell Saye, Regf. Eng^ 44 hrs; right thing. He promised that E. G. Moore, Oiler, 12 hrs; Vraihe'd be a good bOj' in the future. liam G, Snider, F-W-T, 8 hrs; M. A Week later New York Patrol­ E. NoegaL Oiler, 4 hrs; W. C. man Jimmy Hanners signed on Dodd, Oiler, 4 hrs; John A. Kuhthe Robin Adair and he reported ley, Dk. Eng„ IVi hrs. that "Mad Dog" is now a new All hands have $10.00 boat money coming for 5 days at Port ihan. He went oiit of his way tc Said and also those who have not assure Hanners that it was go­ received subsistence for the Ilth, ing to be a "clean trip" and he 12th and 13th of Septembeiv—8 was going to make the Adair a meals — $6.00. Collect at South "regular home foE the boys." Atlantic office in Savannah. We recommend the story of • • • "Mad Dog" Neilsen to a few SS ROBERT TOOMBS other bucko skippers who seem Hardy Rusk, 52 hrs; Santos Anto think that the union is incap­ tonette, 91 hrs; Clifton Mainers. able of protecting its members 86 hrs; M. Chopiowski, 61 hrs; and they are free to treat the Burnett S. Gellman, 40 hrs; EImen like galley slaves. Some of dee McNabb, 87 hrs. Collect at these characters have been suc­ South Atlantic SS Co. office. Sa­ cessfully using the war as an ex­ vannah, Georgia. cuse for their petty tjTannies. Our suggestion to them is to get The following men have money wise. coming from the American Ha­ The SIU, far from folding up waiian SS Company for the SS imder the pressure of the war- Wm- Marcy which paid off In enriched shipowners, is growing Baltimore. Collect at the Com­ stronger every day. The inan who pany office, 90 Broad Street: carries an SIU book is not a man Charles Jordan, Pasquale Anto kick around. He knows his tonelll, Manuel R. Peres, Elm^ rights, and his union will back W. Carter, Jr^ Louis Perry and him up. James E. Gibson. �Friday, October 20, 1944 THE SEAFARERS LOG NEW YORK WHarS DOING The trials and tribulations of being a pie-card were emphasiz­ ed again the other evening. Jim­ my Hanners and "Frenchy" Alirhelets had gone to pay bff the SS John Gibbons, Overlakes Freighting Corporation, and ar­ all rived on board at 2 P.M. and im­ she paid off shipshape, with beefs settled.) mediately commenced work oh The advantages of having an shaping up the overtime disputes. automobile for imion use came to About 5 P.M., after coming out light the other day. Jimmy Sheeof the huddle with the crew's delegates, they looked out the han, who is operating our jalopy, port and lo and behold the ship ran into a would-be-tough mate was pulling out into the stream. who insisted on not only getting out-of-order, but keeping out of It appears that a bunch of shore gangers were trying to laimch a order in regards to the handling of the deck dept. Sheehan con­ tug boat from drydock in the near vicinity, and they had to tacted the company to whom the vessel belonged and told them move the Gibbons out of the that this would-be bucko was way to do so. In the meantime, going to be instrumental in driv­ the tugboat got stuck and like a ing a good deck gang from one balky mule, refused to move. of their vessels. And so the Gibbons laid out in The Port Captain for that out­ the stream until 5 A.M. the next fit asked Sheehan to tell the mate morning. She finally pulled back to come up so he could put his into the dock and that only start­ mind right on the subject. In­ ed the troubles of Frenchy and stead of just telling the guy, Jim­ Jimmy. my loaded the bum into the They knew that if they went buggy and hauled him iu person home with this story it would up to the company's office. The soimd so fantastic, they would final outcome was that that ves­ never be able to palm it off . to sel now has a new Mate. That's their respective old ladies. After really what you call "Action on pleading with some of the crew the Point of Production." and even calling some of the The Seafarers organizing drive other Seafarers pie-cards at 6 in is beginning to boom up this way the morning, they rounded up and the membership in this port anough of a delegation to go is taking a larger interest than home with them to substantiate ever before in moving iiito new their stories, and from last re­ fields and getting new contracts. ports everything is now rosy. Organizers R. F. Kennedy and Jimmy and Frenchy declare, Steeley White are throwing a lot however, that they certainly hope of effort into this job and with this won't happen again in the the continued type of coopera­ near future, as they never will be tion from the membership which able to explain it again. (NOTE: has been displayed in the last 8 when the Gibbons "did pay off, or 10 days, there is no question Around the Ports t educational literature of any out­ fit in the field. We have had our usual hard time in coUecting blood money this week (overtime to you — Bud) and the local pie-cards have managed to settle disputes from the foUowing vessels: SS City of Montgomery, SS N. Labadie, SS Francis Asbury, SS Jonathan Grout, SS Abel Steams. To the members on these scows— check the money due list in this week's LOG. Shipping has really boomed again up here and what with the shipping of lots of our members into unorganized companies and the large number of contracted jobs we have, we are going to need aU the members in this port that we can get, so all of you boys down the line—come on up this way and join in the fight!! Youi's for more and better contracts. PAUL HALL, Agent Thanks Union For Its Aid October 5, 1944 I am writing to express my sin­ cere thanks to my SIU brothers for their services to me at the time when I needed them most. I have been out on an eight months' trip. During the time that I was gone, my wife became critically ill and was constantly administered to through the Persohal Service Division of the United Seamen's Service. On September 4 while I was stUl at sea, she died; and the United Sea­ men's Service took responsibility for arranging for the burial in co­ operation with my brothers at the SIU Hall in Houston. It is a comfort to me to know that when I was away, it was my union brothers who stood by, and that it was they who served as pallbearers. Accept my heartfelt thanks for your many kindnesses to me. Fraternally yours, JACQUES GREENHAW Balloting Opens November 1 sealed envelope in the Ballot (Continued from Page 1) count the ballots therein con­ Box. The USED ballots shall tained (but shall not count and Ballots shall be distributed in then be placed in an envelope tally the votes), and forward the order of their numbers, provided for the piurpose and a commencing with the lowest same to Headquarters in the slip of paper, also secificaUy manner hereinbefore prescrib­ number." provided, shall be signed by ed. Sec. 5* "Members be entitled to each member of the committee . vote upon presenting their *A question was raised at the on election and pasted on the membership certificates show­ last tallying of the ballots in back of the envelope. The seal­ ing that they are in good stand­ Headquarters of the legality of ed envelope shall then be plac­ ing, and have not previously tallying the ballots cast with­ voted at the same election. ed in the ballot box. The bal­ out the election of a tallying Members shall mark their bal­ lot box shaU then be locked committee by a regiilar meet­ lot with pen and ink, or indel­ and sealed, and the key there­ ing. If a quorum of 25 mem­ of shall be sealed up in an en­ ible pencil and shall signify bers ^ e not present on Mon­ velope, also specifically pro­ their choice of candidates by day a',, a regular meeting, the vided for that purpose on the should include, seaman's name, marking a cross (X) in voting ballots are to be counted but back of which each member of license or identification number, square opposite names or by not tallied. The holding of a the committee on election shall writing in the blank line the name of ship or ships on which special meeting is not permisagain sign his name.- The en­ sable to elect a conunittee for name of their choice if such served with dates of service, and velope so signed and sealed name be not printed upon the permanent mailing address. the tallying of the ballots. shall be given in charge of the Provision has been made to ballot. Lead pencils-shall not Sec. 9. Mutilated or disfigured make awards to representatives be used in marking ballots. Secretary-Treasurer or Agent ballots, or ballots marked with When a member has marked or some other member design­ of deceased persons who are elig­ lead pencU, shall be deemed ated by the meeting; He shall his ballot: he shall deliver it ible for the awards, at the dis­ invalid. Ballots torn in such a then announce to the meeting cretion of the Seamen's Service folded to the judge, who after manner that part of the names and the Secretary-Treasurer or ascertaining that the member Awards Committee. of candidates or voting squares Agent shall record in the min­ is entitled to vote, shall tear EXISTING BARS is destroyed are to be regarded utes (a) the number of ballots off the numbered stub and de­ These new awards supplement as mutilated ballots. Where the last dislrihuied (b) The num­ those p r e V i o u s ly authorized. posit the ballot. The commit­ choice of any member for any ber of ballots cancelled or des­ tee shall then stamp the mem­ Other awards which members of office cannot be determined troyed and (c) The number of bers' certificate of membership the U. S. Merchant Marine may with certainty, the vote for ballots deposited. No candidate in the proper column for the earn are; Distinguished Service such office shall not be counted. year and month of election, for office shall be a member of Medal for heroism or distinguish­ This also applies where a memr the Committee on Election. ed conduct; the Mariner's Medal such stamp shall bear the word ber has voted for more than "voted" the initials of the vot­ Sec. 7.* "In the regrdar meeting awarded for wounds or physical the designated number of can­ held in Branches during the ing place and the date of the injury incurred as a result of en­ didates to be elected to any of­ second meeting in January, the voting. If the member is not emy action; the Merchant Mar­ fice. All ballots cast at any Committee on Election shall ine Service Emblem, an identify­ entitled to votow the judge shall time, in any place and manner, open the Ballot Box, count the void his baUot, the tellers shall ing insigne; ribbon bars indicat­ except as herein provided, shall number of ballots therein con­ d$unt the ballots as they are ing service in the Atlantic War be deemed invalid. tained and count the number of Zone, Mediterranean-Middle East deposited and the clerks shall votes for each candidate. The Sec. 10. All committees men­ keep record of the count." War Zone, Pacific War Zone; and tioned in Article XIII shall con­ result shall be noted in the *In order for a member to vote the U. S. Merchant Marine Com­ sist of six full book members in Minutes. Tjie committee shall he must have paid all his as­ bat Bar issued for service on a good standing; two members then forward to Headquarters sessments from the time of ship which has been attacked or from each dpeartment. joining, including the building all used ballots (i.e.. All ballots damaged by instrumentality of taken from the Ballot Box, in­ Sec. 11. The total ballots cast at assessment and all dues up to war. A silver star is attached to any Branch on any one day but not more than three months cluding blank and disqualified the bar if the man is forced to ballots), together with a copy shaU be voided upon proof of in arrears. Men holding pro­ abandon ship. any irregularity. of the tally sheets, under seal­ bationary books are not to be As of October *3, 1944 the fol­ permitted to vote. ed cover, marked 'Ballots For If the foregoing instructions lowing awards had been made: Officers.' In case no regular are followed there wiU be no pos­ more than 100 Merchant Marine Sec. 6. "Balloting shall continue meeting is held during such sibility of the complete ballots until every qualified voter pres­ Distinguished Service Medals of ent has had an opportunity to week, the Agent, in the pres­ cast at a Branch being thrown which 18 were awarded posthu­ mously; more than 2500 Mariner's vote. The judge shall then ence of the Committee on Elec­ out such as happened in the last count the numbered stubs to tion, or. in their absence, be­ election. Medals; more than 59,000 Com­ verify the count of the clerks fore five other full members;, bat Bars; and 102,000 men have JOHN HAWK, and shall enclose them in a shall open the Ballot Box and received war zone bars. Secretary-Treasurer New Awards For Seamen Announced (Continued from Page 1) case a man serves on another ship which is designated as a "gallant ship" an additional sil­ ver sea horse wHl be awarded. MERITORIOUS SERVICE A light blue, red, white, gold and navy blue silk ribbon bar wiU represent the Merchant Mar­ ine Meritorious Service Medal. Any member of a crew on a ship operated for the account of the U.S. Maritime Commission or the WSA Who, since September 8, 1939 or during the present war, is officially commended by the War Shipping Administrator for conduct or service of a meritori­ ous character will be eligible for the Merchant Marine Meritorious Service Medal. A gold star will be affixed to the ribbon of the medal and the ribbor bar for each additional citation. DEFENSE BAR A Merchant Marine Defense Bar wiU be signified by a black, red, white and green silk ribbon bar. These ribbons will be issued to each master, officer, or mem­ ber of the crew of any United States ship who served at any time during the period from Sep­ tember 8, 1939 through Decem­ ber 6, 1941. The Merchant Marine Defense Bar will be issued by the com­ mittee upon voluntary applica­ tion by seamen furnishing proof of eligibility for the bar. Merchant Marine Awards are not licensed for sale. Applications but what the Seafarers will be in 8 condition soon to knock off a couple of the larger non-union outfits and shape them up to the point of signing a contract. All of our members who are inter­ ested in assisting the Seafarers in this fight, when they hit New York, see one of these Organizers on the 5th floor, and let them have your support and by doing so, you will be playing a part in one of the biggest moves that the Seafarers has ever made. The membership can look very shortly to another series of edu­ cational books and pamphlets as Johnny Bunker, the member who drew up "Seafarers At War" and "You and Your Union" had been hard at work on several more booklets and wiU have them out in a printed book form very shortly. Bvmker has done a fine job in shaping up this stuff and by doing the good job that he has, the Seafarers in a very short while will have the finest set of PaffB Three �><i^ij'-i;>j'v^,=^^j!,l Po^e Four- THE SEAFARERS LOG Friday, October 20, 1944 —g-" War Shipping Issues New Rule Ou "Pilferage" Great Lakes Lundeberg Attacks Red Tape War Shipping AdmmisiTaiion following measures in tb&-inter­ est of diminating pilferage: Washington, 25, D, C, (1) Stamp all linens: October 3, 1944 (Continued from Page 1) PROPERTY Mr. John Hawk ship of 50,000 active, bonafide of the Secretary-Treasurer rnerrhant seamen. UNITED STATES Seafarers International Union Strike votes will soon be taken I. We agree that at the present Stamp all tools Dear Mr. Hawk: on Lakes ships under contract to time merchant seamen are re­ U. S. the SIU! This fact was made quired to carry an excess of "du­ Your attention is invited to the All linens on vessels owned by clear this week when the ship­ plicate" papers, BUT unfortun­ onclosod copy of Operations Reg­ ulation No. 99 which is self ex­ the WSA shall be stamped in in­ owners refused the union's de­ ately it is rather late in the day delible ink, (see specimen stamp mand that "end of the season to change that,, particularly at planatory. Losses of food stuffs and linens attached). Large ai'ticles, such as bonus" be computed upon the the present timd. detract from the well-being and shoots, shall be stamped in the basis of total earnings tor the In 1937, when the Merchant comfort of the crew.. Losses of center and at two corners diag­ season. The strike vote will be Marine Act was passed, the mer­ hand tools and other equipment onally opposite. Tools aboard chant seamen on a nation-wide could well endai^er the lives of such vessels shall be stamped scale were required by the Act the crew members and place the with steel dies, in letters of suit­ to turn in all their former papers, vessel and its cargo in jeopardy. able size. All stamping shall be and received in lieu thereof new CLEVELAND. Oct. 17 — Reports have even been received done as soon as possible upon the Walter F. Taag. regional di­ seamen's papers, and also certi­ of pilferage of stores and equip­ next arrival of each ship in the ficates of identification. rector of the,National Labor United States. General Agents ment from lifeboats. This was done at the request of Relations Board, stated today Therefore, in order to assure shall procui'e the necessary equip­ that the Great Lakes Dislxicl the United States Steamboat In­ crew members ample food stuffs, ment for tliis purpose. Linens of the SIU has cancelled its spection Service, and must have linens, and tools, it will be ap­ and tools on privately owned cost the Uhited States Govern­ call for a strike vote. The preciated if you will bring this vessels may only be stamped with ment millions of doUars. cancellation came after the matter to the attention of the the consent of the owner. When the present war started, shipowners agreed to com­ members of your Organization (2) Arrange internal proced­ the United States C!oast Guard, pute the bonus in the satse and request their cooperation in ures so that cases involving pil­ who has been put into the picture manner as was employed last reducing this loss to a minimum. ferage will be reported to the year. by a Presidential Order, then re­ principal officers of the General Very truly yours, quired an ADDITIONAL identi­ HUBERT WYCKOFF. Agent, who wUl be expected to conducted under the provisions fication card, which was some­ , * Assistant Deputy Administrator give personal supervision to the of the Smith-Connally Act thing we could never understand for Maritime Labor Relations program for eliminating pilfer­ under the provisions of the due to the fact that the seamen age. Such procedures shaU in­ Smith-Connally Act. ALREADY CARRIED ONE, Enclosure clude: • • • For months the Great Lakes which gave his whole life's his­ Pertaining To. Pilferage of Ships' (a) Appropriate records, de­ District of the SIU has been bat­ tory, including finger prints, etc. Stores and Supplies on Vessels signed to reveal any irregularit­ tling the shipowners over the The identification card required ies or unusual depletion in quan­ Owned By Or Bareboat by the U. S. Coast Guard was tities of stojres, supplies, or equip­ bonus rate. The operators are at­ only a.duplicate of this. Charters To The WSA tempting to ba^ the bonus uj^n The War Shipping Administra­ ment, and the reasons therefor; the monthly b^e pay, thus chis­ In your proposed plan of "sim­ (b) Reports from the appro­ tion has sustained very heavy plification" you now propose that priate officers "of the vessel in ex­ eling the seamen out of many this seamen's card, or certificate losses as a result of pilferage of earned dollars. ghips' stores and equipment Ma­ planation of discrepanicies; (which would be issued under (c) Thorough investigations, The latest issUe ^ oi the Great your "plan" to take the place of jor losses have been from the theft of (a) linen-sheets, towels including the employment, where Lakes Seafarer states the issues: the other two, etc.) would last for "Our fight with the ship own­ a period of five years. This is and similar equipment, often sold necessary, of investigators in de­ ers over whether the Bonus something we are definitely and ashore in foreign countries; (b) termining the cause of disappear­ should be paid on base monthly absolutely opposed to for the fol­ ances or unusual consumption of hand tools and other equipment wages, as they feel it should, or ships' stores, supplies or equip­ in the engine department; and lowing Reasons: whether it should be paid on sea­ ment; (c) foodstuffs. These tliefts con­ With" the experience we have (d) Preparation, with the as­ men's total eamings^which the had with the various Bureaus, a stitute criminal acts. Much of the material lost is sistance or under the direction of SIU, Great Lakes District, con­ man could easily be denied his difficult to replace. In addition coun^l for the General Agent, of tends is the proper method has seamen's papers, after five years, to the basic financial losses in­ detailed reports for presentation now assumed greater proportions. due to the fact that lie might hot curred from such pilferage re­ to appropriate prosecuting auth­ This argument with the ship be so physically fit as he was five placements impose a needless orities and the Coast Guard, to owners has been going on for years prior, and as a result, be­ strain on wartime manufacturing be followed by all necessary ac­ months. In our cases before the cause of ageing, a bonafide sea­ tion in the prosecution of cases War Labor Board early this year men could be denied the right to facilities. the SIU, Great Lakes District go to sea. of pilferage. Primary corrective m e a s ures opposed. any type of continuous This plan, moreover, is wide (e) Report all cases of actual consist of aU General Agents im­ pressing upon Masters and Offi- or suspected pilferage to the ap­ service Bonus just as A. F. of L. open to discriminatory practices, • lOers their responsibilities in the propriate District Offices of the Seamen's Unions on the Lakes particularly now when the Coast ,:premises and their accountabil- War Shipping Administration, have been doing down through Guard started what is called . ity for ships' stores and equip­ and in cases developing in for­ the years. We opposed it on the eign countries, report to the ap­ grounds that it was, first, a Union do the dirty work that the ship ment. ^ Losses of Hnen may beat be propriate Foreign Office of the busting measure, and secondly, owners were unable to do them­ that no ship owner has the right selves. And then the fun began! reduced by requiring all ships' War Shipping Administration. to withhold seamen's earnings in "The ship owners insisted that (f) Post, on each vessel, appro­ personnel to return soiled linen before clean linen is issued to priate warning to the personnel order to keep him in his employ. the Board intended that the "However, it turned out that Bonus payments be limited to the them. All such issues should be of the seriousness of the offense under the direct supervision of involved in pilferage and of the aU of our arguments before the base monthly sailing wage, while the Chief Steward and should be action which will be taken in War Shipping Panel of the Na­ the SIU, Great Lakes District made at regular, stated intervals connection therewith, which may tional War La'oor Board were in representatives, insisted that the Bonus be paid on total earnings Losses of hand tools and other include report to military auth- vain. "After almost 40 years of bat­ of the seamen, as had always 3rities and action by court-marequipirient in the engine depart­ tling successfully the ship own­ been done by t h o s e companies ',ial for offenses committed in ment may be eliminated by ers demands to impose the rotten without Union contracts who paid foreign ports that involve blackgreater care on the part of ships* and vicious End of the Season the Continuous Service Bonus. market operations. " personnel and more systematic (3) Furnish the Assistant Dep­ Bonus upon our membership, the The matter was referred back to methods of issue and check. Such • equipment should be segregated uty Administrator for Ship Op- National War Labor Board shov­ the-National - War Labor Board ' in a suitable compartment which Brations, Warv .Shipping Admin­ ed, that Bonus down our throats. and was, and still is, being kick­ • should be locked when not at­ istration, Washington, D. C., It took a Government Agency to ed-around in- Washingtor,." within 30 days from the issuance tended. Losses of foodstuffs have re­ of this regulation, a complete sulted chiefly from gross laxity statement of the program adopt­ ATLANTIC AND GULF SHIPPING FOR in controlling ships' reefer boxes ed in this connection, including AUG, 26th TO OCT, 2, 1944 . and food store-rooms. Such com­ copies of internal instructions ispartments should be kept locked sucd in connection therewith. Deck Engine Steward Total and the entry of personnel should Agents are advised to consult be strictly controlled by the Chief with their own counsel in the 258L 1842 2288 6709 SmPPED .. . ... • Steward and limited to respon­ preparation of such a program. . (Signed) G. H. HELMBOLD, sible members of his department. 203r 2182 1751 5969 REGISTERED' Accordingly, General- Agents Assistant Deputy Administrator For Ship Operations are hereby directed to take the Asks strike Bulletin ! a "screening" process, which "screening process" is without any protection whatsoever in any manner or form for the men who ; go to sea. Under this Coast Guard "screening" set up, active seamen who apply for seamen's papers must wait for a period of days", while the Coast Guard deter­ mines whether he shall be allow­ ed to go to sea, and should the Coast Guard see fit not to aUow the man to go to sea, he has no come-back at all, no one, nor any­ body, to appeal to. This is cer­ tainly not an American system by any stretch of the imagination. We further state that the Coast Guard should not institute any NEW SYSTEMS pertaining to personnel in the Merchant Mar­ ine for the reason that the Coast Guard is only in charge of the U. S. Steamboat Inspection Ser­ vice of the U. S., and the Ship­ ping Commissioners, as war-time measure, and same shall cease six months after the war. We cannot see why the Coast Guard should "inaugurate this system becau-se CONGRESS HAS NOT PASSED A. LAW GIVING THE COAST GUARD CONTROL OF SHIP­ PING COMMISSIONERS OR THE U. S. STEAMBOAT IN­ SPECTION SERVICE, and Conirees is the law-making body in ;he merchant marine field. We are certainly not willing, md I am speaking for our mem'Dershlb, that the Coast Guard •>hall take over the normal func;ions of the Shipping Commisiioners and U. S. Steamboat Inipection Service, until and after Congress has had an opportunity .0 provide checks and balances igainst such an undertaking. Under the present system emjloyed by the U. S. Coast Guard, nerchant seamen are placed in iouble jeopardy, because not only merchant seamen penalized iccording to maritime law Oogjing, etc.) but they must suffer additional penalties imposed ashore by the U. S. Coast Guard for the same infraction. We have today thousands of cases on record and documented for the attention of Congress at the proper time, when men have been logged (their pay taken away from them) according to maritime law—and then the same men, for the same infraction, have been up" on charges before the Coast Guard, and some Coast Guard Hearing Officers have had the seamen's papers suspended, in some cases ranging from a week to six months, (i.e.^ denial of their right to earn a living by going to sea) and in some cases com­ plete revocation. It has, therefore, become our duty to notify you that we are opposed, to this program and should wait until Congress can have an opportunity to determine who will be in charge of the U.S. Maritime personnel, whethei' it be (1) the United States Coast Guard, (2) the Department of Commerce, or (3) the U. S. Mari­ time Commission. But, that .is.. something • for Congress to. deterrainev:."' • ; /•; Sincerely; yours, HARRY LUNDEBERG; President. 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HERO NEW AWARDS FOR SEAMAN ANNOUNCED "MAD DOG" NEILSEN IS TAMED THANKS UNION FOR ITS AID WAR SHIPPING ISSUES NEW RULE ON"PILFERAGE" GREAT LAKES ASKS STRIKE Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 10/20/1944 Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America 1944 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/6ecdea4b450488db597926d8ee2c1825.pdf 9498f7b6b677d5345f891635a1bd617c PDF Text Text SIU Scholarship Program Expands ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Page3 Volume 62, Number 1O October 2000 Building_ Nlore Jobs for the SIU Alaska Tanker Co. Adding 3 New Ships BP May Order Total of 6 New Tankers The SIU tanker fleet will expand by three to six vessels, following last month's announcement by BP that the company has ordered new double-hull tankers. The initial order is for three tankers (patterned after the illustration below) and is valued at more than $630 million. It includes options to purchase three additional vessels. Page 2 . er • I l'aul Hall Center Unveils Second-to-None Training Aids Installation of new, state-of-the-art simulators for shiphandling (including GMDSS), engine room functions, crane operations and liquid cargo procedures will be finalized this month at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education, located in Piney Point, Md. The top-of-the-line equipment is housed in a new annex to the preexisting simulator building. Upgraders and entry-level students are expected to begin utilizing the new simulators in November. Early reaction to the simulators, sampled last month by numerous upgraders, has been extremely positive. Pages 3, 8. �New Tankers Ordered President's Report Good News In Threes For the SIU, good news in September came in threes. First, the announcement by BP that new tankers have been ordered for the Jones Act trade is a huge statement in more ways than one. It signals broader support for our industry and confidence in the future of the U.S. Merchant Marine. And it means jobs for the SIU, beginning with the first new tanker's delivery in 2003. At minimum, three new ships should be in place by 2005. BP also has an option to build three additional double-hull tankers, meaning as many as six new vessels are possible. I hope SIU members see the connection between BP's announcement and our union's political activity. Because there's no way BP or anyone else would take such a step if the Jones Act did not enjoy solid support on Capitol Hill. The SIU backs the Jones Act because it protects our livelihoodsbut we also support it because it's good for America's economic and national security. This country deserves a strong domestic-flag fleet. BP's new ships will be a welcome addition. Of course, those aren't the only new U.S.-flag ships on the way. As we have reported in previous months, American Classic Voyages is building two large cruise ships and, meanwhile, is preparing to launch the reflagged Patriot in December. Delta Queen just announced that the first two of its five coastal cruise vessels will sail in May 2001. TOTE has ordered two new cargo ships for the domestic fleet. The Military Sealift Command regularly is adding new LMSRs to its prepositioning force, most recently in late July. If that doesn't convince people that there's a solid future for the U.S. Merchant Marine, then I don't know what will. The proof is right there-with new containerships, new tankers, new RO/ROs, new passenger ships. And the SIU is determined to ensure that this is just the beginning of comprehensive maritime revitalization for the U.S. fleet. Another big news item is the opening of the new simulator complex at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education. I've been through the whole thing, and all I can say is, Wow! What a tremendous addition for the school. It reminds me of last summer, when the Paul Hall Center opened the Joseph Sacco Fire Fighting and Safety School. The new simulators are on par with the fire fighting school. The equipment is the world's finest, the layout is perfect and the overall package is something everyone involved with the school will be proud of. The most important aspect of these new tools is that they will help Seafarers do a better job aboard ship. Some of the upgraders who practiced on the new simulators last month said that the training aids will make other Seafarers feel sharper and yet more relaxed when they're at sea because they'll be so familiar with the equipment. To me, that translates into improved safety and better efficiency. The new simulators and the fire fighting school trace their roots to the yearly meetings of the Paul Hall Center's deep sea and inland advisory board. By the way, that group's 33rd annual conference was scheduled for late September and will be reported in next month's issue of the LOG. The board is an industry group that typically includes representatives from the SIU, the school, SIU-contracted companies, the Coast Guard, MarAd, the Military Sealift Command, the National Transportation Safety Board, and the American Council on Education. Collectively, it has worked hard to identify the training and certification needs of U.S. mariners as well as ship operators. The yearly gatherings have yielded many good, practical ideas. They helped spawn the training record books now carried by SIU members. They have helped the school in creating specially designed courses to meet the unique needs of numerous companies, including on-site training. They have helped create an unprecedented level of industry-wide cooperation- a crucial asset for the growth of the U.S. fleet. For the third bit of good news, the Seafarers Welfare Plan announced a major enhancement of its scholarship program. Now, the program offers a total of eight grants, worth $132,000. This benefit has come a long way since its inception in 1952. But it remains emblematic of the union's long-held commitment to learning. So, I urge all eligible Seafarers and their dependents to take advantage of the scholarship program. It exists to help you further your education. Please make the most of it. Volume 621 Number10 October 2000 The SIU on line: www.seafarers.org The Seafarers LOG (ISSN 1086-4636) is published month- ly by the Seafarers International Union; Atlantic, Gulf, ~ 11 Lakes and Inland Waters District; AFL-CIO; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, MD 20746. Telephone (301) 8990675. Periodicals postage paid at Southern Maryland 20790-9998 and at additional offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the Seafarers LOG, 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746. Communications Director, Jordan Biscardo; Managing Editor/Production, Deborah A. Hirtes; Associate Editor, Jim Guthrie; Art, Bill Brower; Administrative Support, Jeanne Textor. Copyright © 2000 Seafarers International Union, AGLIWD All Rights Reserved 2 Seafarers LOG SIU Fleet Augmented With BP ·Directive SIU employment opportunities within its tanker fleet received a momentous lift last month when BP Exploration (Alaska) Inc. announced it has ordered three new double-hull tankers for the Jones Act trade. That order is worth more than $630 million-and it includes company options to purchase an additional three vessels. The ships will be operated by SIU-contracted Alaska Tank.er Co. (ATC) to deliver Alaska North Slope crude oil to refineries on the U.S. West Coast. Design work already is under way, with the first ship scheduled for delivery in 2003. Subsequent vessels are due in 2004 and 2005. "This is a major boost for our union and for everyone else who believes in the future of the U.S.flag fleet," stated SIU President Michael Sacco. "It's an investment in U.S. Merchant Marine, and the SIU will do its part to protect that investment by continuing to provide the world's besttrained mariners." The "Alaska class" vessels will be constructed at San Diego's NASSCO Shipyard, a facility that is building two new state-of-the-art containerships for ~::£~'1 • Design life: 35 to 50 years • Length: 94Heet a a Beam: 164 feet a OeadWeight :185t000 MT · :• Capacity~ 1 ~3 million barrels TOTE and in recent years also has built several new SIU-crewed LMSRs for the U.S. Military Sealift Command. According to BP, the new tankers "will be built with redundant propulsion and steering systems which include twin diesel electric power systems in segregated engine rooms, twin propellers and twin rudders. Use of diesel electric propulsion systems will also reduce air emissions at sea and in port while reducing maintenance down time. To eliminate accidental oil leaks, the propeller shafts will be cooled and lubricated with seawater instead of lubricating oil. Cargo piping will be installed in the cargo tanks, instead of on deck, to reduce the risk of small spills. The ships will be fitted with stateof-the-art machinery and cargo control systems and an integrated navigation system." "We see a long future on the North Slope," said BP spokesperson Anne Drinkwater. "We expect our net Alaska production to stay at or above the current level for another decade." BP has a net Alaska production of 300,000 barrels per day. The company also stated that the new-build project will keep an estimated 1,000 NASSCO workers employed over the Jife of the agreement. Delivery of these vessels will satisfy the commitment BP made as part of an agreement with the state of Alaska to accelerate-by an average of one year-the Oil Pollution Act of 1990 retirement dates of the non-double hull vessels in BP's chartered Alaska fleet. By 2005, at least three new double-hull tankers will have joined the Overseas Ohio (at left) and other vessels operated by SIUcontracted Alaska Tanker Co. in delivering Alaska crude oil to West Coast refineries. ITF Secures $119,000 in Wages For Filipino Mariners in N.J. International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) inspectors from the SIU and NMU recently joined forces to secure $119,266 in back wages plus full repatriation for a dozen Filipino mariners who had sailed aboard the runaway-flag vessel Father M The vessel, owned by Barclay Shipping of Greece and flying the flag of Malta, has been under ITF contract since November 1999. However, when crew members contacted SIU-ITF Inspector Tim Burns in late May, they reported the contract was not being honored. A few days later, Bums and NMU-ITF Inspector Enrico Esopa met with the crew when the ship docked in Port Newark, N.J. Reportedly acting on orders from the company, the captain refused to produce any wage documents. However, the crew provided their individual receipts, which clearly showed they were receiving only half the pay called for in the contract. Despite the ITF's demands that the agreement be honored, Barclay initially refused. The inspectors then arranged for U.S. marshals to arrest the Father M on May 31. On June 5, the company agreed to pay the back wages and repatriation expenses. A protective order also was put into the settlement to shield the mariners from retaliatory action by the company agents or any other party. Father M crew members wave goodbye from New York's Kennedy Airport, shortly after receiving back pay and repatriation expenses. The crew praised the work of ITF Inspectors Tim Burns and Enrico Esopa, who led their fight. be·aavisea Please !hai,sltl ·1t1illfj ·headquarl:ers and" all SIU hiring halls will be closed ,'."tJ; ·Friday,.Nov. 10, 2000 for the observance of Veteraas~v;~; Day and Thursday, Nott 23 fQ~ Tha'!ksgiving .qety ~:,,~;j¥Ji (unless·an emergency arises). Normal business }]ours<~ will resume the following workday. · October 2000 �School Adds Superlative Simulators Cutting-Edge Systems Enhance Paul Hall Center As they initially tried out the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education's new simulators, the upgraders sounded like kids at a carnival. "Virtual reality!" yelled one. "This is incredible! Unbelievable!" added another. Seemingly everyone who has sampled the high-tech setup in Piney Point, Md. has reacted the same way, including many other students and a group of U.S. Coast Guard inspectors who toured the facility in midSeptember. The modern building-an annex to the preexisting simulator building which will be dedicated next year- houses new simulators for shiphandling (including GMDSS), engine room functions, crane operations and liquid cargo procedures. Installation is supposed to be finalized this month, with upgraders and entry-level students utilizing the simulators beginning in November. Among the first courses that will integrate the new tools are AB, QMED, FOWT, radar and ARPA. Many more will follow. "We often hear terms like 'cutting-edge' or 'state-of-the-art,' but these simulators truly are second to none," noted J.C. Wiegman, assistant director of vocational education at the Paul Hall Center. "It's an enormous enhancement for the entire school." QMED Taylor Watson stated, "This shows the union is moving with the times, if not ahead of them. It shows an interest in our future." "It's just like being out at sea," said Pete Wojcikowski, a Navy veteran enrolled in the AB course. "To sum it up in one word: awesome! I'm definitely impressed." After trying the full-mission shiphandling simulator, fellow student Chad Schultz agreed. "It's pretty amazing-very realistic," he observed. "This will make you a lot more relaxed at the helm." That simulator is the centerpiece of the new systems. It features a 360-degree viewing sector and three interactive auxiliary bridges. The main bridge includes an integrated ship control console with ARPA/radar, global marine Deep sea, inland and Great Lakes Seafarers in numerous deck and engine department upgrading courses will utilize the new simulators, as will students in the unlicensed apprentice program. Pictured above (from left), upgraders and instructors sample the engine and shiphandling simulators and the multi-function classroom. distress system (GMDSS), electronic chart display (ECDIS, with charts from all over the world), a steering console and more. It provides teaching support in the following areas: voyage planning and execution; coastal and offshore navigation; collision avoidance; ARPA/radar operation; electronic navigation systems; search and rescue operations; vessel traffic management; high speed navigation; bridge New Coastal Ships Debut In May 2001 The SIU-crewed fleet of passenger ships will grow again in May 2001 with the debut of two new vessels operated by Delta Queen Coastal Voyages, a subsidiary of American Classic Voyages. The Cape May Light and the Cape Cod Light-the first of five ships planned for the coastal fleet -will offer their respective inaugural cruises beginning May 5, according to a recent statement by the company. Each vessel is 300 feet long and can carry 226 passengers. The ships will travel along the East Coast, Great Lakes and Canadian Maritime Delta Queen Coastal Voyages' new 226-passenger ships, patterned after this model, are scheduled to sail in May. Provinces. Seafarers already crew four passenger vessels operated by another American Classic Voyages subsidiary, Delta Queen Steamboat Co. Those ships are the American Queen, Columbia Queen, Delta Queen and Mississippi Queen. The coastal ships "are named for historic lighthouses and designed to resemble the classic Patriot Sails in December The SIU-crewed passenger vessel Patriot, operated by United States Lines, remains on schedule to begin weekly cruises from Honolulu on December 9. The former Holland America ship can carry 1,212 passengers, is 704 feet long and 33,930 gross tons. U.S. Lines' parent company American Classic Voyages also is constructing two new passenger vessels, scheduled for completion in 2003 and 2004, respectively. coastal packet ships of the late 1800s," noted a company official. More information about the itineraries and vacation packages is available toll-free at 800-8468000 and on the internet at www.coastalvoyages.com. watchkeeping procedures including tugs and barges, towboats and piloting; GMDSS procedures; oil spill response management; port development; human factors; and bridge team management. "It's like nothing I've ever seen before," said OS Awale Muhiddin. "It is absolutely excellent." "Wow!" said OS Jon Buffington. "It's impressive and it'll be a great training aid." Added OS Andy Williamson, ..I think it's great. It will help us learn to steer a vessel, and it surpasses my expectations." The engine room simulator is potentially useful to any rating in that department, from wipers to engineers. It is designed for the training of engine room watchkeeping personnel in the operations of a vessel's diesel propulsion plant and electrical power Scholarship Program Expands to $132,000 Fifth Dependent Grant Added; Existing Endowments Raised Nearly 48 years to the day since it launched an unprecedented scholarship program for SIU members and their dependents, the Seafarers Welfare Plan (SWP) has announced a huge expansion of the operation. The improved program annually will include three scholarships for SIU members and five for spouses and dependent children of Seafarers. Altogether, the scholarships' value equals $132,000-a 52 percent increase from the previous amount. In approving the program's first increase since 1990, the SIU Board of Trustees allowed an additional dependent scholarship and boosted the dependent grants to $20,000 apiece, up from $15,000. The four-year scholar- ship for an active SIU member also was expanded to $20,000. The board acted on a recommendation by the SWP Scholarship Committee. In a memo to the trustees, the committee cited "the increasing number of applicants as well as the quality of the applicants" as motivating its proposal. The $20,000 scholarship for an SIU member is for use at a four-year institution of higher learning. Two other awards-for $6,000 each-go to Seafarers for use toward two years of study at a community college or vocational school. The five dependent grants are designated for use at four-year colleges or universities. "Throughout our history, the plant. Additionally, it includes an auxiliary systems and machinery simulator. The crane and liquid cargo simulators are similarly advanced and useful. "I'm very impressed," declared QMED Milton Greene Jr. after using the engine room simulator. "This is something we can really use." "It's fantastic," said QMED James Daley, an NMU member enrolled in the marine electrical maintenance 1 course. "You can learn a lot with this equipment. It's everything they say it is." SWP ScholarshiP Progtam lllgldiglds • • Annual value of grants awarded has increased from $87,000 to $132l000 Dependent schofarshi~ increased trom ·$1s.ooo to $20,000 apiece • The four-year gr.~nt for an active StU member increased from $15,000 to $20,000 • A fifth ·dependent schotarship has· been added, up from four · · SIU always has emphasized the importance of education," stated SIU President Michael Sacco. "The expansion of the scholarship program reaffirms that commitment." SWP Administrator Lou Delma said the scholarship committee "is thrilled that our recommendation was approved. It's a great step forward for Seafarers and their dependents, and it's a big boost to an already successful program." Seafa1'81'S LOB 3 �Seafarers, Elected Reps Rally Against 'Floating Sweatshops' Runaway Flags Tagged 'Nothing Short of Criminal' Wearing T-shirts and caps emblazoned with the slogan "Workers Against Floating Sweatshops," more than 100 SIU members rallied Sept. 19 on Capitol Hill to protest the scam that is runaway-flag shipping. Thirteen speakers addressed the demonstration, and each urged an end to runaway flags, also known as flags of convenience (FOCs). In order of appearance, the speakers were U.S. House Minority Whip David Bonior (D-Mich.); AFL-CIO Maritime Trades Department President Michael Sacco, who also is president of the SIU; Rep. William Clay (D-Mo.); Marine Engineers 'Beneficial Association President Larry O'Toole; Rep. Eliot Engel (D-N.Y.); Thomas Tay, vice chairman of the International Transport Workers' Federation's (ITF's) Seafarers Section and general secretary/ executive director of the Singapore Maritime Officers' Union; Senator Ron Wyden (DOre.); Stephen Cotton, secretary of the ITF Special Seafarers' Department; Remo di Fiore, an ITF executive board member; Air Line Pilots Association President Duane Woerth; International Longshore & Warehouse Union Legislative Director Lindsay McLaughlin; AFL-CIO President John Sweeney; and Rep. Gene Taylor (D-Miss. ). Additionally, Senator Barbara Mikulski (DMd.) sent a letter of support that Bulletin As this issue of the Seafarers LOG went to press, tTF inspectors were assisting 950 crew members in a massive back~P<!)' ,yase invotving three vessels from the runaway-flag Premier Cruise.·Lines. tn Halifax, Nova Scotlaf the Sea Breeze was arrested and arrangements were being made for 250 represented crew members to receive $460,000 in unpaid wages frorn the company. Jn the Bahamas, crew members ·from the OclJanic and the Big Red Boat JI were due to receive $2.4 million in back pay, thanks to JTF intervention. Premier is based in Port Canaveral~ Fla. .·... ·,. was read to the assembly. The ITF and several of its U.S.-based affiliate maritime unions (including the SIU) hosted the event, which kicked off an "action week" patterned after previous ITF endeavors. Unannounced ship inspections along the East and Gulf coasts were slated for later that week (too late for the Seafarers LOG October deadline). s 21st Century Slavery During the Sept. 19 demonstration in Washington, speaker after speaker likened runawayflag shipping to slavery. (FOC shipping is a scheme in which the shipowner typically avoids its nation's labor, safety and tax laws-among others-by using another country's flag. This escape also often includes hiring multinational crews through an agency based in a country other than that of the shipowner or the flag state.) U.S. Workers Lack Right ta Organize In a report issued August 31, the watchdog group Human Rights Watch (HRW) states that U.S. workers lack the most fundamental internationally recognized human rights at the workplace-the basic freedom to organize, bargain and strike. The 217-page report, titled "Unfair Advantage: Workers' Freedom of Association in the United States Under International Human Rights Standards,H was issued by the nation's premier human rights organization following a year-long investigation that encompassed workers in many industries and occupations in workplaces from coast to coast. "Workers' basic rights are routinely violated in the United States because U.S. labor law is so feebly enforced and so filled with loopholes," the report states. Each year, thousands of workers in the United States are fired from their jobs or suffer other reprisals for trying to organize unions. Millions of workers are excluded from labor laws meant to protect workers• organizing and bargaining rights, and their number is growing, according to the report. The report is based on the examination of workers' rights to organize, to bargain collectively and to strike under international norms. It found widespread labor rights violations across regions, industries and employment status. The group studied many sectors to assess the scope of the problem (services, industry, transportation, agriculture, high tech) and included geographic diversity (cities, suburbs, rural areas). It also looked at a wide range of workers (high and low skill, blue and white collar, resident and migrant, women and men, racial, ethnic and national origins). The cases studied in the report offer a cross-section of workers' attempts to form and join trade unions, to bargain collectively and to strike. To supplement its on-the-ground research and official records, HRW used credible news accounts of instances where workers' rights appear to have been impaired and also relied on National Labor Relations Board records of complaints filed against companies by workers claiming a violation of their rights. Employers often resist union organizing by dragging out legal proceedings for years, the report states. Labor law is so weak that companies often treat the minor penalties as a routine cost of doing business, 4 Seafarers LOG "That kind of exploitation isn't allowed in America anymore, but it's business as usual on the high seas," stated Bonior. "FOC shipping is a menace to public safety and an assault on human rights." He also pointed out that runaway flags are prominent not only on cargo vessels, but also aboard passenger ships-including high-profile, U.S.-based companies such as Royal Caribbean and Carnival. "I will always stand by you," Bonior concluded. Sacco noted that while FOC shipping is a human-rights issue, "we must recognize that runaway-flag shipping also is a vital national security issue for the United States of America. Runaway-flag shipping is the No. l enemy of the U.S. Merchant Marine. The growth of the runaway-flag fleet unquestionably has weakened American sealift capability, making it more difficult to provide our armed forces with the supplies they need all around the world." He cited two ways to combat FOCs. "One is to go after the runaway-flag shipowner and operator and hold them accountable. The ITF and its affiliate unions are doing that, and, slowly but surely, it's paying off.... "The Seafarers International Union remains committed to the ITF campaign against FOCs. We will do anything and everything to help ensure the campaign's success. "The other step we must take is to build a stronger U.S.-flag merchant marine," Sacco continued. "American-flag ships are the safest in the world, crewed by the world's best-trained mariners. American-flag ships protect our economic and national security. American-flag ships and U.S. Merchant Mariners are this nation's fourth arm of defense. "Revitalizing our fleet must be a top priority in Congress." 'Disgraceful Conditions' Clay said that FOCs often are wrought with "disgraceful and intolerable conditions that we ought to not let exist. These floating sweatshops are a scheme to deny workers their rights. They're all about exploitation. Crews live under the most inhumane circumstances. "This nation not only has the right, but the moral duty" to fight not a deterrent against violations. Some workers have succeeded in organizing new unions in recent years, the report notes, but only after surmounting major obstacles. AFL-CIO President John Sweeney emphasized the historical importance of the report. He agreed with the conclusion of HRW, stating that U.S. labor law is stacked against employees who wish to organize a union, allowing employers to intimidate and coerce workers not to unionize. He further noted that employers routinely delay organizing and bargaining for years, rendering workers' basic rights moot and that the penalties for employer violations of the law are practically meaningless. "Most U.S. workers lack an effective right to strike because their employers simply replace them-permanently," Sweeney said. "Immigrant workers' rights are under particular assault. And millions of citizens lack legal protection altogether, including farm workers, temps, 'independent' contractors who are really dependent on their employers, and state and municipal workers in states lacking collective bargaining rights for public employees. "In case study after case study, the report asks not whether the letter of U.S. law was upheld, but whether our 65-year-old legal system affords workers basic internationally recognized human rights at work. Sadly but not surprisingly, Human Rights Watch concludes that it's not even a close call. The vast majority of American workers-from apple pickers to computer programmers-lack these fundamental freedoms." Sweeney stated that the report will be a helpful tool ''to use with our allies as we continue to make the case about the obstacles that workers face in this country when they try and organize." He concluded, "The policy implication of the Human Rights Watch report are clear. We must fundamentally overhaul our labor laws to bring us into line with basic human rights norms. At the same time, we must continue to raise the flag of workers' rights in the international arena. We cannot protect our own rights or living standards at home or work to build a strong voice for working men and women around the world unless we also help ensure that workers in all countries can exercise their rights." Kenneth Ross, executive director of HRW, said, "The cards are stacked against workers in the United States. The U.S. government cannot effectively press another country to improve labor standards while violating them itself. It should lead by example." Human Rights Watch was formed in 1978 and conducts regular, systematic investigations of human rights abuses in more than 70 countries around the world. Their goal is to hold governments accountable if they transgress the rights of their people. against FOCs. O'Toole said runaway flags ''threaten the very existence of our fleet. The time is now to stop them. "Our U.S. Merchant Marine really acts as a national guard," he added. "We're ready to serve this country." Engel stated the FOC issue is a matter of"basic fairness. If phony foreign flags are flying on vessels, then everyone loses .... We should not tolerate slave wages and working conditions. "Your fight is America's fight. Your cause is just. Keep on fighting. Right is on our side. Victory will come." Tay recounted FOC cases in Singapore with which he has worked. "We've seen how the crews have suffered and been exploited by FOC owners. We are with you in this fight." Wyden led with the New Carissa episode, which began in February 1998. The runaway-flag freighter ran aground at Coos Bay, Ore., spilling 70,000 gallons of heavy bunker fuel. Incredibly, large sections of the ship remain there. .):.;·~ \. · ·"' See page 10 for '· · · •· '.!;· : p(J(Jto~raphs from the ra!lf : cm,. ~ilitoL Hill. ........,.>: .·: .. ."' ....· . ,.:tsr "Reality is, it's easier to register a supertanker in some foreign countries than it is to register an automobile in Oregon," he said. "As long as FOCs continue, it's just a matter of time before the next New Carissa. "It's time to make sure no more oil is spilled and no more coastlines are ruined because this country refuses to get tough." Vftal to America Cotton reiterated Sacco's point that the U.S.-flag fleet is crucial to national and economic security - a fact that demands action against FOCs. "The American flag is vital to the future of American economics," he stated. "It's crucial that all nations with economic power and influence" mobilize against runaway flags. "We have to fight for freedom," asserted di Fiore. "We Continued on page 10 RRF Decision Due Oct.10 October 10 is the date set by the General Accounting Office (GAO) for announcing its decision concerning two remaining challenges to the U.S. Maritime Administration's most recent awards of five-year contracts for the maintenance and operation of74 Ready Reserve Force (RRF) ships. The original assignments, announced in May, saw 45 vessels awarded to SIU-contracted companies. For those 45 ships, the SIU secured substantial wage increases, plus an additional pair of wage increases retroactive to 1998 and 1999, respectively. The existing contracts were extended after several companies challenged the awards. Further details will be published in an upcoming issue of the Seafarers LOG. October 2000 �Rep. Bateman Dies at 72 REC Chiefs Meet in Piney Point The Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education last month hosted the annual meeting of the heads of the U.S. Coast Guard's regional examination centers (RECs). The three-day seminar in Piney Point, Md. primarily focused on "policy issues, with heavy emphasis on STCW," noted a Coast Guard spokesman. The group toured the Paul Hall Center's Joseph Sacco Fire Fighting and Safety School (top photo) and the new simulator annex (below). They also received sample training record books (TRBs) like the ones carried by SIU members. "The school and the sample TRB gave [the Coast Guard licensing office chiefs] a feel for what the mariners are being exposed to,'' added the spokesman. U.S. Rep. Herb Bateman (RVa. ), a respected legislator and staunch supporter of the U.S. Merchant Marine and the American shipbuilding industry, passed away in his sleep September 11 in Leesburg, Va. He was 72. Bateman, chairman of the Merchant Marine Oversight Panel on the House Armed Services Committee, served Virginia's 1st District for 18 years. He had battled various health problems for approximately the past decade and, consequently, in January announced he would retire after his current term. "Herb Bateman was a true friend and advocate for the entire U.S. maritime industry," stated SIU President Michael Sacco. "He particularly understood the importance of sealift to America's national defense and the need to maintain a pool of trained U.S. citizen mariners. We will miss him." U.S. Rep. Herb Bateman Among many other pro-maritime actions, Bateman in recent years supported the Jones Act, the Maritime Security Program and initiatives to bolster U.S. sealift capability. The Air Force veteran's district included Newport News Shipbuilding, and he likely was best known for his advocacy for the military. U.S. Maritime Administrator John Graykowski said, "I feel that I have lost a good and true friend of this agency and our His leadership, industry. courage and determination helped strengthen the maritime industry." Philly Seafarers Back AFSCME Unions Welcome New ROS Language SIU civil service mariners (CIVMARS) working directly for the U.S. Navy's Military Sealift Command (MSC) recently received good news in the form of a settlement regarding works rules for reduced operating status (ROS). The agreement was reached between the SIU, the other maritime unions representing CIVMARS (National Maritime Union; Masters, Mates and Pilots; Marine Engineers' Beneficial Association) and MSC. As a result, SIU CIVMAR watchstanders will receive the applicable premium pay for work on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays whether the vessel is at sea or in port. Additionally, while a vessel is in port and in long-term ROS, Seafarers will be paid when a watchstander works in excess of eight hours per day. Before the settlement, masters had been authorized to change work schedules when vessels were in ROS or in full operating status but awaiting assignment. The unions contended that this system, though well-intended, caused confusion on the ships and at times was difficult to uniformly administer. Consequently, the ROS language in the Civil Marine Personnel Instructions (a document that guides MSC personnel) has been revised. "It took a while to reach this agreement, but it was worth the wait. It's a significant gain for SIU CIVMARS," stated SIU Government Services Representative Chester Wheeler. The SIU represents unlicensed CIVMARS working aboard MSC vessels operating from the West Coast. Overall, MSC operates a wide range of civiliancrewed military support ships, including many outside the CIVMAR fleet. A substantial number of those vessels-tankers, dry cargo ships, roll-on/rolloff vessels, surveillance ships, ammunition carriers and others-are crewed by SIU members. Exterior Enhanced at Baltimore Hall The SIU's new hall in Baltimore opened July 1, but some cosmetic work continues at the Essex Street facility-including the recent addition of exterior lettering, pictured at left. October 2000 SIU members from the Philadelphia area recently demonstrated downtown in support of fellow trade unionists from the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME). Among those participating from the SIU were (pictured above) OMU Juma S. Juma, Steward Bill Kelly, AB Paul Wills, QMED Joe Grandinetti, GUDE Lafe Fraley and Steward Jeff Beasley (along with three of his children). The rally focused on contract talks involving AFSCME members and several Philadelphia hospitals. Resolution Honors Merchant Mariners The U.S. House of Representatives on September 14 unanimously approved a resolution honoring U.S. Merchant Marine veterans. The resolution was authored by Rep. Steve Kuykendall (RCalif.), who serves as vice chairman of the Merchant Marine Panel of the House Armed Services Committee. "The United States Merchant Marine has provided critical support to the armed forces of the United States in periods of conflict," Kuykendall said. "The time has come for us to recognize the dedication and contributions of merchant marine veterans and to honor those who sacrificed their lives in defense of the United States." The resolution encourages citizens as well as the government commemorate merchant to mariners ' service through ceremonies and other activities. "Merchant mariners have served the country since the birth of our nation," Kuykendall con- eluded. "They helped form our Continental Navy, they manned the Liberty and Victory ships that helped win World War II, and they delivered the equipment that won the Gulf War. Their contributions have been many, and the nation is grateful for the service and sacrifice of all merchant mariners." Notice: Flu Shots Set For November 15 at Tacoma SIU HaH Vkginia Mason Clinic will again offer free flu shots this year to members, dependents and retirees who qualify under the rules of the Seafarers Welfare Plan. The inocu1atlons will be given at the Tacoma hall on Wednesday, Nov. 1-5 from 9 a.rrt unUI noon. The address is 3411 South Union Avenue. Any member, dependent or retiree intending to receive a flu shot is requested to can the half at least one week prtor to Nov. 15. The telephone number ls (253) 272-7774, Seafarers LOG 5 �Training Proves Beneficial for SIU Port Personnel Fifteen SIU administrative assistants from various ports converged on the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md. Aug. 24-27 for training on a new, longawaited membership dues collection and tracking system. Port agents, vice presidents, patrolmen and SIU headquarters personnel earlier in July and August received the same training. Developed and designed by employees from the Seafarers Management Information System (SMIS), the new approach streamlines the process administrative personnel have for years relied on to collect, track and post dues paid by union members. Under it, administrative assistants at ports now simply collect dues, make appropriate entries into the SIU's mainframe and then provide members with a computergenerated receipt. Upon making the entries into the mainframe, all pertinent information regarding dues payment becomes available on the spot to all authorized parties, regardless of location. Under the old system, dues were collected at respective ports, receipts were manually prepared for members, and notices of payments made were e-mailed to the controllers' office at headquarters. Copies of receipts were then faxed to headquarters and "paid" entries inserted into the union's mainframe in bulk monthly, usually some 30 days after payments initially were received. The fresh plan is a collaborative effort of a number of people on the SMIS staff, according to Wally Schmidt, SMIS director. It was implemented in three phases. Phase one was up and running in January, while phases two and three gradually have been added since then. "The training at Piney Point was conducted to teach our port agents, vice presidents, patrolmen and administrative people at the various ports how to use the new system and related software," Schmidt said. "That training was a success and at this point is pretty much complete. "Some questions will probably surface as time goes on," he continued, "but when they do, people have been instructed to call our help desk for assistance. If questions arise that the help desk can't answer, they will be referred to me," Schmidt said. "I was very proud of the job everyone involved did in developing, designing and training our people on the new system," Schmidt concluded. " And I think over time, the new system will be very well received and appreciated. I think it's something that will be used for a long time." Paul Hall Center Vice President Don Nolan said the training had numerous benefits. "Besides making it easier for the administrative people to do their jobs, it gave them a deeper appreciation of what we do here," Nolan said. "They got to see the school, visit the fire fighting facility and participate in training as well as visit headquarters." Several of the administrative personnel offered feedback on their training, their tour of facilities at Piney Point and SIU headquarters, and their overall experience while in the area. Lisa Clark from the port Baltimore stated, "The entire experience was great. "The training was especially insightful. We participated in various types of exercises at different work stations. They told us what we'd be doing with the new system and gave us a nice manual that explained it. Before the training, ad.min folks did not handle dues that much, but now when members come in we can handle them." "The training was very educaContinued on page 7 Port of Tacoma Administrative Asst. Brenda Delia attempts to board a life raft during an introduction to water survival session at Piney Point. Crowley Maritime Appoints New Vice Chairman/Exec VP Bill Pennella has been promoted to vice chairman and executive vice president for Crowley Maritime Corporation (CMC). Formerly executive vice president with responsibility for human resources> labor relations and purchasing> Pennella also will oversee information technology and finance and accounting functions for the Oakland-based corporation and will continue to report to Tom Crowley Jr., CMC chairman, president and CEO. Pennella has more than 30 years of experience in administration, human resources and labor relations. Prior to joining Crowley, he worked in those fields for two global steamship lines. Since joining Crowley 13 years ago, Pennella has held positions of increasing responsibility including vice president of human resources and senior vice president of human resources/administration. "This is a well deserved promotion," said Crowley. "Bill has been a valued member of our team for many years." 6 Seafarers LOB The administrative assistants took part in a hands-on training session at the Paul Hall Center related to the SIU's new dues collection system, which will streamline the dues collection process in all ports. NMU Members Praise Paul Hall Center Editors note: More than 100 members of the National Maritime Union have attended various courses at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md A reporter from the Seafarers LOG talked to a sampling of these mariners to get their impressions of the school, its instructors and the curriculum. Following are the comments offour individuals who currently are enrolled in the SCTW basic safety course. "I find it to be a very outstanding school," said Rubun Ruck. "The curriculum is great and the instructors are wonderful. I have never had any training like this before." Ruck, who joined the NMU in New York, hails from Brooklyn and is an electrician. He ships in the engine department and has been sailing for nearly 30 years. "The instructors are great fundamental teachers," he continued. "They really take time with you and make sure that you understand what's being taught before they move on to something else. Although I made some suggested changes in one of the classes, I will definitely go back and tell my port agent to send people down here for the training because it's great. "What I learned here in one week far exceeds what I learned the whole time I have been going to sea. It's very in-depth and extremely realistic. I can now appreciate what firefighters go through in our cities, before I had no concept of what they did. Now I do thanks to what I have learned here." Wiper Andrew Potash shared Ruck's assessment and was particularly impressed with the water survival training he received. "The water survival training was very interesting and stimulating," he noted, "because it offered an abundance of good, hands-on training." Potash also hails from New York and sails in the engine department, but unlike Ruck is a newcomer to the seafaring indus- try. "I've only been a member of the NMU for two months," he said. "Before coming here, I'd NMU members enrolled at the Paul Hall Center as of mid-September included Rubun Ruck, Jose Garcia, Ahmed Saleh, Alberto Rivera, James Daley, Ali Akmar, J.J. Reyes, Earl Woods, Jerry Jones, Andrew Potash, Daniel Ramirez Jr. and Winston Gardner. never had any hands-on training relating to being a mariner. "Besides the water survival training, I was impressed with the fire prevention training," he continued. "It was excellent and I rate the school as well as the instructors very high on that. I learned a great deal about the realities of fires on board ships. Before coming here, I had seen only videos about them. These did not really teach me anything, but the training I received really opened my eyes. "I'd highly recommend the school to fellow NMU members because of the quality of instruction available here at the school," Potash continued. "The instructors are very understanding and patient. They are willing to share their experiences and knowledge other people, they teach you what you really need. Port Arthur, Texas native Jerry Jones was awestruck by the school as well as the SCTW curriculum. An OS, Jones has been a NMU member for four months. "This is my first time at any merchant seaman school," he shared, "and it's been quite informative for me. I am now more aware of a lot of things aboard ships that I was not aware was out there before. "The instructors were great because they took time with us; they did not rush anyone along; they made sure we understood what was being presented before moving on to something else. They were very professional." Earl Woods, a deck engine mechanic, echoed the sentiments of his fellow NMU brothers. Woods has been sailing for more than 30 years, but until now has never had any hands-on training tq hone his seafaring skills. "I grew up in the school of hard knocks, he said. "Everything I knew about being a mariner before corning here was acquired on a do-as-you-go basis. "The school is very impressive and the curriculum is superb," the Mobile, Ala. native said. "You have wonderful instructors here. They take time with you and give you the opportunity to ask questions if you don't understand what's being presented. "I was especially impressed with the hands-on approach that they used during the classes," Woods continued. "Here, I actually climbed into a life raft and got involved in fire fighting just as though it was taking place aboard a ship. I'd never done either before and that makes a big difference because things I took for granted out there were brought to the forefront here. "I for one, and I imagine there are quite a lot of others who feel the same way, learned a lot here. I'd definitely come back again and look forward to doing so," he said. October 2000 �Whitten Brings Caring Touch To Her Work at Piney Point Florence Whitten has spent the last 23 years giving her talents, time and love to make sure the needs of others are met. This comes as no surprise to the thousands of Seafarers and their family members who have entered the gates of the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md. They know firsthand of the generosity, kindness and thoughtfulness that Whitten exudes. Although her official duties involve handling money and making travel arrangements (she's the center's purser/travel consultant), you'd be hard pressed to find anyone who would not characterize her more as a mother simply because she genuinely cares. She is consumed about every mariner and everything that affects their respective livelihoods and well beings. As purser, Whitten takes in, accounts for, deposits and disperses all funds generated at the center. As travel consultant, she makes travel arrangements for all personnel (entry-level students, upgraders, dependents and family members) coming to or leaving the installation. It is the latter portion of her job that she finds more rewarding. "I love my job and all of the people I meet and help on a daily basis," she said. "When you think of it, we all really do need and depend on one another. We are in a union, and being in a union means you're in a family. Everyone who comes here are members of my family." Whitten said she respects the rigors that Seafarers routinely undergo. "Just think of what they go through," she offered. "They are away from their families so much. They really do sacrifice an awful lot each day; they give up something in order to give something back to others .... While they are here, the least I can do is to help them. That's why I try very hard to make sure they are happy, that their travel arrangements are right, and that their airline, bus or train tickets are not outrageously priced." Whitten's day normally begins early and continues until she feels assured that she has done all she can that day for members in need of her services. "I'm here at about 6 a.m. each day," she said. "I know that's early for some people, but you never know what can go wrong nor at what time. Sometimes, a member may have to leave on short notice and I want to be here to do what I can to help him or her." Many members bring their wives and children with them while attending classes at the school. When this occurs, Whitten says becoming involved with the family members, especially the kids, is comparable to having "heaven here on earth. I really like it when they bring their kids along with them because children are what it's really all about." Aside from the SIU members and their families, Whitten attributes her deep affection for her job to the positive atmosphere in which she works and the people with whom she works. "I love working here now more than ever before because everything is so positive," she shared. "There are so many good people on this base. I have excellent co-workers, a terrific super- Florence Whitten takes care of all the transportation needs at the school for students and their families. visor and a wonderful union president who always puts the needs of others way ahead of his own. How can I not be happy?" she concluded. Whitten's kind gestures have not gone unnoticed over the years. Even after people leave the school, they regularly call, write letters or send cards to acknowledge her deeds, according to Don Nolan, vice president of the school and Whitten's immediate supervisor. "Many of the people don't remember her name," Nolan shared, "but we all know who they are talking about when we receive correspondence thanking us for how well there were taken care while they were here. "Florence is probably one of the most important people we have here at the school," Nolan declared. "I say that because she takes care of the massive transportation needs of our students and their families. Getting people in and out in a timely and efficient fashion is critical to what we do here. "She really goes way out of here way to ~ake people happy and she loves doing what she does. I can't say enough about what she means to us and what she has done for all of us," Nolan concluded. l'orls' AAs Train on New System tional and beneficial," said Romeo Lumanlan, who works in the port of San Francisco. 'Tm glad they came up with new way for collecting dues." Lumanlan has been with the union for some 30 years and is well accustomed to collecting dues under the old system. "I could not wait to get back to my job and put what I learned into practice. And when I did, it really helped me a lot," he said. "I already had the manual, but the training put everything we had done in a classroom environment into perspective." "The new system will make our jobs a lot easier because we won't have to do e-mails everyday," said Linda Kluska, who works in the Philadelphia hall. "All transactions now will now go directly to the controllers' office. It will also make for easier accounting at the end of the week. "I thought the training was pretty easy, very informative and well conducted," she continued. "It's been working pretty smoothly so far . . . this is definitely a much needed change and we really had a nice time while there." Karen Shuford from the port of Jacksonville gained new insights as a result of her visit. "Everything really opened up my eyes as to what Sill members go through," she said "and I'm sure we only touched a tip of the peak of a mountain during our stay. The stuff that we were taught in just the short time we were there was tremendous." Of the dues collection training, Shuford said, "It was tremendous and a welcome change. Without a doubt, the new system has taken a lot of headache out of the job for me. Now when people make their payments, they are keyed in and it's in the system right then. Susan Dersewek is fitted with full gear at the school's fire fighting school. Dersewek works as an administrative assistant in the port of Algonac. "It's the best thing I have seen come along since I have been here and I been in my position for nearly nine years." In addition to Clark, Lumanlan, Kluska and Shuford, others who participated in the training and their respective ports were Sherri Peters - Norfolk; Alicia Lorge - Mobile; Barbara Vicknair - Harvey; Brenda Delia - Tacoma; and Sharon Gongon Rios from Puerto Rico. Remaining participants included Larayne Koide - Honolulu; Janice Hunicke - Houston, Patricia Christian - Alton; Susan Dersewek - Algonac; Paulette Johnson - Duluth; and Elizabeth Weirschem from St Louis. With the assistance of an instructor, Karen Shuford tries her skills at extinguishing a blaze during a hands-on tour of the Joseph Sacco Fire Fighting School in Piney Point. Shuford is the staff administrative assistant in the port of Jacksonville. USCG Approves 2 Additional STCW-Related Classes at PHC The Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education last month received U.S. Coast Guard approval for two courses that fulfill STCW requirements for mariners sailing aboard certain passenger vessels. The newly approved classes are 7-hour crisis management and human behavior, and 4-hour crowd management. In its approval letters, the Coast Guard noted that students who successfully complete the crisis management and human behavior course will satisfy the training requirements of "Table A-V/2 and Paragraph 5 of Section A-V/2 of the STCW Code for Passenger Ships Other Than Ro-Ro Passenger Ships; and, the Passenger Safety training requirements of Paragraph 4" of that same section of the code. Those who successfully complete the crowd control class will satisfy "the Crowd Management training requirements of Paragraph 1 of Section A-V/3 of the STCW Code for Pasksenger Ships Other Than Ro-Ro Passenger Vessels," along with the safety training requirements of Paragraph 3 of that section. Located in Piney Point, Md., the Paul Hall Center offers a wide range of classes for Seafarers in the deck, engine and steward departments. For a list of upcoming courses, see page 41. Seafarers LOS 7 �State-of-the-Art Simulators Aid Paul Hall Center Training Seafarers at the Paul Hall Center last month raved about the bridge simulator, which includes a 360-degree viewing sector and provides teaching support in GMDSS (among many other areas). It also is interactive with an auxiliary bridge. Without exception, the Paul Hall Center's simulatorhased training is designed to meet all requirements of the amended STCW convention and the U.S. Coast Guard. Numerous engine department courses will utilize the new simulators, including QMED, FOWT, pumproom maintenance and operations, diesel engine technology, marine electrical maintenance and others. The simulators will help upgraders to meet the assessment of competencies for ratings forming part of an engineering watch-an STCW requirement. B Seafarers LOG The annex features a multi-function classroom offering GMDSS support, liquid cargo training, oil spill containment training and much more. October 2000 �Great lakes Season Picks Up witb. Water levels in the Great Lakes early this season were very low, resulting in a need for cargo vessels to lighten their loads in order to avoid running aground in channels and ports. But precipitation over the last couple months has been above average, according to Detroit-Algonac Port Agent Don Thornton, especially on Lakes Superior and Erie, resulting in an increase of cargo movement by U.S.-flag lakers. It also is time for the fall harvest of grain to be transported to various ports, so work aboard the SIU-crewed Great Lakes vessels is in full force. The photos on this page show some of the activities of SIU members in the Great Lakes region. The galley gang on the SIUcrewed Southdown Challenger makes sure crew members eat healthfully and heartily. These photos were snapped when the cement carrier was in Charlevoix, Mich. recently. At left is steward department member Abdullah Samawi. Below left is Recertified Steward Mike Kozak standing before an intricately carved watermelon, and below right is Second Cook Joel Markle carrying a breakfast plate of eggs and pancakes. Capt. Blake Nye ties up the Erich R. Luedtke in Bay City, Mich. The SIU-crewed Adam E. Cornelius steams down the St. Clair River. James Rider is a captain with Luedtke Engineering. Personal Greetings for Holiday Issue of the LOG As has been done in past years, this December,s edition of the Seafarers LOG will include the ever-popular holiday greetings from active and retired Seafarers and their families to other members of the seafaring community and their families. To ensure that your holiday message is published, please follow the instructions below: • PRINT or TYPE (in 25 words or less) the message in the space provided. Photographs also are welcome. (Please print-if we cannot read your message, it will not be included.) • Be sure your greeting is in the holiday spirit. • Do not send more than three entires per person. (This form may be reproduced.) • Be .sure to include your name as well as the name of the person to whom you are sending the greeting. (Your name is necessary since the notices are listed alphabetically by the senders last name.) Include your phone number in case there are any questions. • The holiday greeetings must be received no later than Friday, November 17, 2000. • Send your entries to the Seafarers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 207 46. You also may fax copies directly to the LOG at (301) 702-4407. Vernon Wallen, a steward aboard the Richard J. Reiss, fries up some bacon for breakfast. Seafarers arriving at the SIU hall in Duluth are greeted by SIU Representative Paula Johnson. Additionally, forms may be filled out in any union hall and turned in to the official at the counter-or may be given to the boarding patrolman during a vessel's payoff. The holiday greetings section of the December LOG is a favorite feature for many, so be sure to get your message in on time. .· HOLIDAY MESSAGE Lon Calloway (right) is captain of the Chippewa, one of the SIU-crewed ferries (below) to Mackinac Island, Mich. from Mackinaw City and St. Ignace. Operated by Arnold Transit Co., the ferry line introduced the first catamarans in passenger service on the Great Lakes in 1987. It also operates 10/00 (Please Print) To: --------------------------------------------------------------~ From: ____________________________________________________________ ~ Sender's Telephone Number: _________________________________ Message: seven tugs and a vehicle han- dler. Check the block which describes your status with the SIU: D Active Seafarer D Family Member of Active Seafarer D Retired Seafarer D Family Member of Retired Seafarer Other: October 2000 Seafarers LOB 9 �Rally Against FOCs Continued from page 4 Left: ITF Seafarers Section Vice Chairman Thomas Tay must succeed in this campaign." Woerth likened the FOC situation to one that someday may confront the airline industry. "Our fight is your fight. We know what's at stake and we know the same thing can happen to us," he said. "We must bring this to the attention of the American people. Some of your signs (displayed at the rally) say, 'End the FOC scam.' Nothing is more plain than that." Mikulski 's letter warned of the "repugnant practices of FOC ships. They treat workers like slaves. Ending this practice should be a priority for our nation." McLaughlin said FOC might just as well stand for "floating outcast crap vessel. They cause [problems] for everyone who comes into contact with them." Sweeney said he was "proud to add the support of the entire AFL-CIO. Flags of convenience are most often just flags of cruelty. On the high seas, they are nothing short of criminal." He emphasized the need to publicize the battle against runaway flags. "Our job is to draw attention to these horrible conditions and practices, and to support the ITF. As a supposedly moral nation, we should not allow [FOCs] to continue. We stand with the ITF." Taylor said the ITF campaign "is important to America. Unfortunately, [FOCs] can make money with sweatshop labor. We have to remain vigilant." He added that "doing away with the idiotic cruise-tonowhere"-a ploy used by some runaway-flag passenger ships to circumvent U.S. cabotage lawsshould be a national priority. The London-based ITF is composed of more than 500 transportation-related trade unions worldwide. Members at the Washington, D.C. rally show their support for the work of the ITF. Stephen Cotton, secretary of the ITF Special Seafarers' Dept. Rep. Eliot Engel (D-NY) More than 100 Seafarers joined other union members in showing their support for the ITF's campaign against the flag of convenience scam. Right: Rep. Gene Taylor (D-Miss.) House Minority Whip David Bonior (D-Mich.) SIU and MTD President Michael Sacco Air Line Pilots Association President Duane Woerth MEBA President Larry O'Toole SUPPORTS F ir ffl'"' 11w1 " fttr Ml H1Jri11cr.~ ILWU Legislative Director Lindsay Mclaughlin 10 Seafarers LOG Those attending the demonstration listen intently as a number of speakers from government and labor urge an end to runaway flags. Sen. Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) Remo di Fiore, ITF executive board �********************************* Independence Day at Bea ********************** Independence Day- the Fourth of July-is a joyful holiday for Americans, often celebrated at home with good old-fashioned backyard barbecues. Just because many SIU members were aboard ship that day doesn't mean the holiday was ignored or went unnoticed. Franchesca Rose, chief steward aboard the CSX Enterprise, and Patrick D. Helton, chief steward on the PFC Eugene A. Obregon, sent photos to the LOG showing how they helped their shipmates celebrate July 4, 2000. For crew members on the Enterprise, Independence Day took the form of a Hawaiian luau; aboard the Obregon, red, white and blue was the color of the day-everything from the bunting and decorations, to the aprons of the steward department, to the strawberry, blueberry and whipped cream cakes. Patriotically adorned in red, white and blue aprons and caps are members of the galley gang aboard the PFC Eugene A. Obregon. From the left are ACU Mauricio Castro, Chief Cook Rudolph Xatruch and SA Arnulfo Lacayo. Left: Recertified Steward Patrick Helton prepares red (strawberries), white (whipped cream) and blue (blueberries) desserts for the Obregon barbecue. Above: Crew members and guests enjoy the Hawaiian luau aboard the Enterprise. Right: The patriotically draped salad and dessert table contains more than enough in the way of accompaniments to the traditional July 4th fare for Obregon crew members. Above: AB Jose Sanchez gives a thumbs-up for the celebration aboard the Obregon, which took place while the ship was anchored in Souda Bay, Crete. Right: Enterprise Captain Ken Fisher enjoys the holiday meal. Left: Enterprise Chief Mate James Franklin is joined by his wife, Joanne, for the luau. Taking a short break before the Obregon's barbecue begins is SA Ali Albaadani. Bosun Henry Bouganim (left) and AB Gary Clark wait for a pallet of stores to be loaded on the Obregon. Chief Cook Rudolph Xatruch is ready to serve his all-American lndepdence Day barbecue. Seafarers LOS 11 �2001: An Education Odyssey Eight Scholarships to Be Awarded Back in 1952, when the Seafarers Welfare Plan established a scholarship program to help qualified members and their dependents finance their college and vocational educations, only four awards were given. Beginning with the fall term of 1953, the four students were to receive full college scholarships of $1,500 a year for four years, good at any recognized college or university in the United States. The yearly $1,500 stipend was more than enough in 1953 to cover all tuition and fees and still leave money over for books and incidentals, even at an Ivy League school. When Cindy Marie Winter won a scholarship (see article at right) in 1998, the Seafarers Welfare Plan was already offering seven scholarships. Three were earmarked for Seafarers (one in the amount of $15,000 and two others for $6,000 each) and four $15,000 awards were for the dependents of SIU members. This year, the odds of being selected for an SIU scholarship have gotten even better. As of July 10, 2000, in addition to the three monetary awards for Seafarers, an additional scholarship has been added to the dependent category, for a total of eight scholarships. The scholarship committee believes this additional award is necessary due to the increasing number of application forms as well as the quality of the applicants. They also increased the amount of the four-year scholarships (both for Seafarers and for dependents) from $15,000 to $20,000-for a total of $132,000. The Seafarers Welfare Plan scholarship is now taking applications for the 2001 program, which will award the eight grants. All Seafarers and their spouses and children who plan to attend college are encouraged to complete a scholarship application. The deadline for submission of all required paperwork is April 15, 2001. The first step in the application process is sending away for the Seafarers Scholarship Program booklet. To receive a copy of this guide, fill out the coupon at the bottom of this page and return it to the address listed on the form. Once the scholarship booklet has been received, applicants should then check the eligibility information and, if they are eligible, should start collecting other paperwork which must be submitted along with the full application by the April 15 deadline. These items include transcripts and certificates of graduation. Since schools are often quite slow in handling transcript requests, the sooner the request is made, the better. Another part of the application package includes letters of recommendation solicited from individuals who know the applicant's character, personality and career goals. A photograph of the applicant as well as a certified copy of his or her birth certificate also need to be included. The selection committee looks at the high school grades of all the applicants and also checks the scores of either their College Entrance Examination Boards or American College Tests. Therefore, arrangements should be made to take these exams no later than February 2001 to ensure the results reach the committee in time to be evaluated. Those Seafarers and dependents who previously have applied for a Seafarers Welfare Plan scholarship and were not selected are encouraged to apply again this year, provided they still meet all the eligibility requirements. Today, there are more chances than ever to make your dreams for a college education a reality. Start the process now by sending for a copy of the scholarship program booklet. Mariner's Social Security Number _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Street Address City, State, Zip Code _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Telephone Number _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ This application is for: D Self D Dependent Mail this completed form to Scholarship Program, Seafarers Welfare Plan, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746 10/00 After delivering a commencement address last May before a crowd of 7,200 people, Cindy Marie Winter (right) is all smiles as she poses with her mother, Clare. From Piney Point to Mayo Clinic 1998 Scholarship Winner Keeps Upgrading Her Skills When Cindy Marie Winter was awarded a $15,000 scholarship in 1998, the 31-year-old chief cook took full advantage of the educational opportunities it afforded her. Following Winter's graduation from trainee class 506 in 1992, she began working aboard LNG tankers and kept returning to Piney Point to upgrade her skills, completing the assistant cook, cook and baker and certified chief cook course as well as receiving her LNG and tanker operations endorsements. During her six-year career as a Seafarer, Winter decided to pursue her formal education. She enrolled in Inver Hills Community College in Minnesota, where she completed classes in chemistry, mathematics and English, receiving top grades in all. She then enrolled in biology, physics, philosophy. and interpersonal speech communications, and maintained an "A" average while tutoring other students in chemistry and mathematics. She was then admitted to Century College in White Bear Lake, Minn. as a student in the medical imaging program, where she worked on her Associate of Applied Science degree in Radiographic Technology. In January 1999, she enrolled full-time nights at Metropolitan State University in St. Paul, Minn. and began working on her Bachelor of Arts degree in Medical Imaging and Health Care Administration. She maintained a very high grade point average at both schools and graduated May 11, 2000 from Metro State with high honors. A week later, she graduated with an Associate of Arts degree and an Associate of Applied Science degree from Century College. In all, it took her two-and-a-half years to complete the three degrees! In a recent letter to the Seafarers LOG, Winter writes, "Century College selected me to be their 'Exemplary Graduate,' which is a combination of valedictorian and student of the year. I cannot even begin to tell you what an honor it was. During the Century College commencement exercises, I was asked to address the graduating class of more than 800 students and all of their families and friends. In total, I spoke to a crowd in excess of 7,200 people. I wrote my address in reference to the similarities of sailing and education. It went over wonderfully, and I got a standing ovation. "Also, thanks to my scholarship, I was able to spend time volunteering for different organizations and causes during my time in school. One of my major projects was designing and presenting a six-hour training session on breast cancer awareness and detection for American Indian women. I created a trainer's manual, participant's manual and culturally specific exercises to promote awareness. I am scheduled to teach this course this summer on both the White Earth Reservation and the Leech Lake Reservation of the Minnesota Chippewa Tribe. I also have had the chance to work with the American Cancer Society, the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, the Red Cross, and Ramsey County Foster Care. None of these volunteer activities could have been possible without the support of the Seafarers International Union." Where is Winter headed now? She is currently attending St. Mary's University of Minnesota full-time nights for a dual Master of Arts degree in ( 1) health and human services administration and (2) management and expects to graduate in August 2002. She also has been accepted to the Mayo School of Health-Related Sciences at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minn. to study diagnostic medical sonography (ultrasound). The Mayo Clinic is rated the number one school in the world for this program and is a highly competitive school in which to gain admission. Winter concludes her letter with, "Once again, I would like to say that without the support of the SIU and the Seafarers Welfare Plan schol- arship program, I could never have reached my goals of higher education. I encourage everyone to take advantage of all the education they can get. I learned that from all my time upgrading at Piney Point. The resources are out there; it's up to you to make the difference." L---------------------------------------------------------------------------12 Seafarers LOG October 2000 �Balloting Begins Nov. 1 for Union Officers Voting starts Nov. 1 for the election of officers for the Seafarers International Union Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District. SIU members will be able to cast secret ballots at union halls or by mail through Dec. 30, 2000. Seafarers eligible to vote in this election to determine union officers for the 2001-2004 term are full-book members in good standing. This eligibility criteria is spelled out in the union's governing document, the constitution. The ballot will list the names of all qualified candidates as determined by the credentials committee, a group made up of six rank-and-file Seafarers who reviewed the nominating petitions of all SIU members seeking office in this districtwide election. A sample of this ballot appears on pages 14 and 15. The credentials committee report, which was prepared Aug. 18, and submitted to the member- ship at the September monthly meetings, indicated 33 candidates had qualified to run for 27 positions. (The committee's report was published in the September 2000 Seafarers LOG.) The 27 posts for which Seafarers will cast their ballots are president, executive vice president, secretary-treasurer, six vice presidents, six assistant vice presidents, two headquarters representatives and 10 port agents. 20 Polling Places The election will be conducted by mail ballot as provided by the union's constitution. Secret ballots, accompanied by envelopes marked "Ballot" and postage-paid envelopes printed with the address of the bank depository where the ballots are kept until submitted to the tallying committee, will be available to full-book members in good standing at 20 union halls around the country. (See list of voting locations on Notice on Unopposed Candidates One part of the article of the SIU constitution covering rules for elections concerns the election of candidates who are unopposed for the office in question. The section states that those candidates who are unopposed for any office or job shall be considered elected to that office or job and that the tallying committee shall not have to count the votes for any such candidate. The entire section, contained in Article XIII, Section 5 of the SIU constitution, reads as follows: "A candidate unopposed for any office or job shall be deemed elected to such office or job notwithstanding that his name may appear on the ballot. The Union Tallying Committee shall not be required to tally completely the results of the voting for such unopposed candidate but shall certify in their report that such unopposed candidate has been elected to such office or job The Election Report Meeting shall accept the above certification of the Union Tallying Committee." Procedures for Voting All Seafarers eligible to vote in the union's 2000 election of officers and job holders for the term 2001-2004 may vote by secret ballot from Nov. 1 through Dec. 30, 2000. Secret ballots, together with self-addressed, stamped envelopes for mailing, will be available at union halls to all eligible voters. Seafarers are eligible to vote in the union's election if they are fullbook members in good standing. Details of the election procedure are spelled out in Article XIII of the SIU constitution, which is printed verbatim on pages 16 and 17 of this issue of the Seafarers LOG. In summary, here is the procedure for voting: • Eligible Seafarers may pick up ballot and mailing envelopes from 9:00 a.m. to 12 noon (local time), Monday through Saturday, excluding legal holidays, from Nov. 1 through Dec. 30, 2000 at designated union halls (see list on this page). • When a full-book member arrives to vote, he or she should present his or her book to the port agent or his duly designated representative. • The member will be asked to sign a roster sheet indicating the date, the number of the ballot given the member and his or her book number. • The member will have his book stamped with the word "Voted" and the date. • At the same time, the member will receive a ballot, together with an envelope marked "Ballot" and a mailing envelope. The mailing envelope has the address of the depository printed on it, making it self-addressed. It also has the postage pre-paid. • The top part of the ballot above the perforated line will be retained by the port agent or his duly designated representative. • In cases where a member does not produce his or her book, or if there is a question about the member's good standing or other eligibility matters, the member will receive a mailing envelope of a different color marked with the word "Challenge." His or her book also will be stamped "Voted Challenge" and the date. • After a member has voted, he or she puts the ballot in the mailing envelope which is addressed to the bank depository and stamped. The mailing envelope should then be put in the mail. this page.) Eligible Seafarers may pick up their ballots and envelopes marked "Ballot" and mailing envelopes at these halls between 9:00 a.m. until 12:00 noon, Monday through Saturday, except legal holidays, from Nov. 1 to Dec. 30. Each member must present his or her book to the port agent or the agent's designated representative when receiving the ballot, the envelope marked "Ballot" and the mailing envelope. When the Seafarer receives the ballot and envelopes, his or her book will be stamped with the word "Voted" and the date. If a member does not present his or her book, or if there is a question in regard to his or her eligibility to vote, the Seafarer will receive a mailing envelope of a different color marked with the word "Challenge." His or her book will be stamped with the words "Voted Challenge" and the date. For members who believe they will be at sea during this time, the SIU constitution provides for absentee voting procedures. Fullbook members in good standing who need to vote by absentee ballot should direct a request for the ballot to the union's secretarytreasurer at SIU headquarters- 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. NOTICE OF 2 - ELECTION FOR EtECTION OF 2001-2004 OFFICERS SEAFARERS IRTERllATIOIAL UlllOlf OF NORTH AMERICA Aflanllc, llall, Labs anll laland WalelS 0"'1ll:t Secret Ballots Once the Seafarer has received his or her ballot and envelopes, he or she marks the ballot for the candidates of his or her choice and puts it in the envelope marked "Ballot." This envelope is sealed by the member and placed in the mailing envelope and then dispatched in the mail. These steps ensure the integrity of the secret ballot process. The union's constitution, in Article XIII, details the procedures for voting in union elections. (See copy of the constitution, pages 19-25.) All ballots will be counted by the rank-and-file tallying committee consisting of two members elected from each of the union's constitutional ports. These committee members will be elected in December. They will convene as the tallying committee in early Jan. 2001. 350 Fremont St.1 San Francisco, CA 94105 4581 Gravois Ave~~ . $~. Louie, MO 63116 3411 South Union St. Tacomat WA 98409 $10 North Broad Ave., Wilmington, CA · ·00144 ELECTION IN FORMAT/ON CONTINUES ON THE NEXT 19 PAGES. Procedure for Absentee Ballots In the case of members eligible to vote who believe they will be at sea during the Nov. 1 through Dec. 30, 2000 voting period, absentee ballots are available. The SIU constitution ensures that members who are eligible to vote and who find themselves in this situation may vote. Procedures are established in the SIU constitution to safeguard the secret ballot election, including the absentee ballot process. Here is the procedure to follow when requesting an absentee ballot: • Make the request in writing to the SIU office of the secretary-treasurer, 520 I Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. • Include in the request the correct address where the absentee ballot should be mailed. • Send the request for an absentee ballot by registered or certified mail. • The registered or certified mail envelope must be postmarked no later than midnight, Nov. 15, 2000 and must be received at 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746 no later than Nov. 25, 2000. • The secretary-treasurer, after confirming eligibility, will send by registered mail, return receipt requested, to the address designed in the request, a ballot, together with an envelope marked "Ballot" and a mailing envelope no later than Nov. 30, 2000. • Upon receiving the ballot and envelopes, vote by marking the ballot. After voting the ballot, place the ballot in the envelope marked "Ballot." Do not write on the "Ballot" envelope. • Place the envelope marked "Ballot" in the mailing envelope which is imprinted with the mailing address of the bank depository where all ballots are sent. • Sign the mailing envelope on the first line of the upper left-hand comer. Print name and book number on the second line. The mailing envelope is self-addressed and stamped. • The mailing envelope must be postmarked no later than midnight Dec. 30, 2000 and received by the bank depository no later than Jan. 5, 2001. Seafal'fll'S LOii 13 �ELECTION NOTICE OF 2000 ELECTION Section 401 (e) of the Labor-Management Reporting and Disclosure Act of 1959 (Landrum-Griffin Act) requires the mailing of an election notice to each member entitled to vote at his last known address. This notice is being sent to you in compliance therewith and, in addition, contains information of Interest to all candidates and members. SEE REVERSE SIDE FOR VOTING LOCATIONS AND PROPOSED CONSTITUTIONAL REVISIONS OFFICIAL BALLOT No. 00000 SEAFARERS INTERNATIONAL UNION OF NORTH AMERICAAtlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District VOTING PERIOD NOVEMBER 1st, 2000 THROUGH DECEMBER 30th, 2000 INSTRUCTIONS TO VOTERS-In order to vote for a candidate, mark a cross (X) in voting square to the left of name. If you vote for more candidates for office than specified herein, your vote for such office will be invalid. MARK YOUR BALLOT WITH PEN AND INK OR INDELIBLE PENCIL < ~~~;.~~-- -----------------------------------------------------------------·-~ .... _____ D_____ _ PRESIDE . VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF THE SOUTHERN REGION, GREAT LAKES AND INLAND WATERS Vote for One ~ D ff Robert (Bobby) J. Clinton lll,~-1)38 2 D Charles Burdette Collins, C-1652 3 D Michael J. Sacco, S-1288 Vote for One D ESl'tlENT IN CHARGE OF N~~NT SERVICES SHfNG INDUSTRIES _;'ate for One) ~ :=;;; ~......... ASSIMANT VICE-PRESIDENT IN_J;ttARGE A OF CONTRACTS AND CO ENFORCEMEN Vote for One 6 D Michael D. Murphy, M-2483 7 D William Parker, P-1067 , 15 ~ K~pnett T. Mangram, M-2394 SECRETARY-TREASURER D Leo Bonser, B-1193 23 D Carl Peth, P-755 PINEY POINT PORT AGENT (Vote for One) of Woodrow Shelton, S-2558 John Fay, F-363 5 22 D 3 ... o"'""h.; Thomas Orzechowski, Jr., 0-601 EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT (Vote for One) 4 HEADQUARTERS REPRESENTATIVE (Vote for Two) David W. Heindel, H-1443 24 D NEW YORK PORT AGENT (Vote for One) 25 D 26 D 8 D ASSISTANT VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF THE GULF COAST (Vote for One) D 18 D Jack Caffey, C-101 O 19 20 Vote for One 12 D Nicholas J. Marrone, M-2308 21 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2001 - 2004 ~ 0 'Tl 'Tl -"'"' 0 ;: 0 r- 0 ,..m .... c( rr 0 -c _, 0 0_, _, m N ~ c( 0 u::: N 0 0 l.L 0 ~ tooi - 14 ~ooi Seafarers LOii .l.011ve 1v1~1.:1.:10 D Stephen W. Judd, J-5336 Don Anderson, A-5244 D 0 31 D Robert Hall, H-5727 See Reverse Side for Voting Locations and Proposed Constitutional Revisions NOTE: For the position of vice president in charge of contracts and contract enforcement, the final ballot may look different from this sample ballot. Larry Frank Phillips, P-1257, has appealed his disqualification by the credentials committee to run for this position . If his appeal to the membership is successful, then his name will appear on the final ballot. The final version of the ballot will be reprinted in the November issue of the Seafarers LOG. Virfac~f"€rancis Coss, C-8138 ST. LO S PORT AGENT (Vote for One) James P. McGee, M-5945 ASSISTANT VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF GOVERNMENT SERVICES AND FISHING INDUSTRIES (Vote for One) Kevin Bertel, B-1832 0 0 NEW ORLEANS PORT AGENT (Vote for One) Ambrose L. Cucinotta, C-1795 ASSISTANT VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF THE SOUTHERN REGION, GREAT LAKES AND INLAND WATERS (Vote for One) Dean E. Corgey, C-5727 VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF THE WEST COAST 11 D Edward Kelly, Jr., K-5043 ASSISTANT VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF THE WEST COAST (Vote for One) VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF THE GULF COAST (Vote for One) 10 D Dennis Metz, M-3013 MOBILE PORT AGENT (Vote for One) Nicholas A. Celona, C-1578 D Augustin Tellez, T-764 VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF THE ATLANTIC COAST (Vote for One) 9 (Vote for One) D Joseph T. Soresi, S-2658 BALTIMORE PORT AGENT (Vote for One) 27 D 17 Robert Selzer, S-1258 PHILADELPHIA PORT AGENT (Vote for One) 16 D VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF CONTRACTS AND CONTRACT ENFORCEMENT (Vote for One) Edward "Edd" W. Morris, M-1358 32 D Rebecca J. Sleeper, S-2497 DETROIT-ALGONAC PORT AGENT (Vote for One) 33 D Donald A. Thornton, T-5501 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2001 - 2004 • 0 "' 0 0 0 'Tl 'Tl ;: 00 r- ,.. m N .... 0_, _, rr 0 -4 c( m _, !lo) 0 ~ 4( 0 u::: !lo) 0 0 u. 0 tooi - ~ooz "'" .l.011ve iv1:>1.:1.:10 Ot:tober 20llO �ELECTION NOTICE OF 2000 ELECTION FOR ELECTION OF 2001-2004 OFFICERS AND CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENTS Election will be conducted by secret mail ballot. Ballots may be obtained at the following locations from 9:00 A.M. to 12 Noon, Mondays through Saturdays, excluding holidays, during the voting period. The voting period shall commence on November 1st, 2000 and shall continue through December 30th, 2000. VOTING LOCATIONS ALGONAC 520 St. Clair River Drive, Algonac, Ml 48001 BALTIMORE 2315 Essex Street, Baltimore, MD 21224 DULUTH 705 Medical Arts Building, Duluth, MN 55802 FT. LAUDERDALE 1221 South Andrews Avenue, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33316 GUAM ~~ Plaza, Tun Jesus Crisostoma St., Tamuning, Guam 96911 NEW ORLEANS NEW YORK NORFOLK PHILADELPHIA PINEY POINT HONOLUL~ U60fl<~~treet, Honolulu, HI 96819 12~ · 1 '..i.e' e ~reet, Houston, TX 77002 HOUSTON 31 Libe~treet, Jacksonville, FL 32206 JACKSONV · · M · ntgomery Street, Jersey City, NJ 07302 JERSEY Cl~ MOBILE . 0 i auphin Island Parkway, Mobile, AL 36605 NEW BEDFORD · 48 Ion Street, New Bedford, MA 02740 PUERTO RICO SAN FRANCISCO ST. LOUIS TACOMA WILMINGTON 3911 LaPalco Blvd., Harvey, LA 70058 635 Fourth Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11232 115 Third Street, Norfolk, VA 23510 2604 South Fourth Street, Philadelphia, PA 19148 Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship, Piney Point, MD 20674 1057 Fernandez Juncos Avenue, Santurce, PR 00907 350 Fremont Street, San Francisco, CA 94105 4581 Gravois Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63116 3411 South Union Street, Tacoma, WA 98409 510 North Broad Avenue, Wilmington, CA 90744 WHEREAS, the Executive Board of the Seafarers International Union of North America, Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District met on May 12, 2000 to discuss the current needs and conditions of the Union, its membership and the maritime industry in this country; and oposed revisions in the Union's Constitution which would enable the Union to function more efficiently and to continue to fulfill its obligations to the memberWHEREAS, among their discussions and deliberations was the su · ship; and 7 ordance with Article XXV, Section 2 of our Constitution. They studied the proposed Constitutional Amendments Resolution and unanimously concurred on all WHEREAS, a Constitutional Committee was elected Q proposed constitutional revisions; and ' membership at the regular membership meetings in September 2000. . WHEREAS, the report of the Constitutional C NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS RESOLVED Y ADOPTED PROPOSITIONS, TO BE VOTED UPON, IF ADOPTED, WOULD AMEND THE CONSTITUTION AS FOLLOWS: PROPOSITION #1 Are you in favor of amending Article V, Dues and Initiation Fee, "Section 1. All members' dues shall consist of: (a) Dues annually in the sum of four hundred dollars ($400.00) which shall be paid in equal a eafarers International Union of North America, Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District, to read as follows : lendar year basis, no later than the first business day of each calendar quarter, and;" Are you in favor of amending Article v, Dues and Initiation Fee, Section 1 (b) of the Constituti .. I · rnational Union of North America, Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District, to read as follows: "(b) a sum equal to five percent (5%) of the gross amount received for vacation benefits for days worke "cted employers. Dues payable under this Sub-section (b) shall be payable on the days that the member receives payment for the earned vacation benefits and shall become effective as to members in the manner design ., termined by a majority vote of the membership by secret ballot. When so determined by the membership, members in the employ of the Union, its subdivisions and its affiliated organizations, or in any employment at the Uni · 's ection as provided in Article XII, Section 1 (a) and (c), shall pay in addition to that provided for in paragraph (a) immediately loyed." above the sum of one hundred dollars ($100.00) quarterly on a calendar year basis, no later than the first o · iness day of each quarter while so . PLACE 11 X 11 IN BOX OF YOUR YESD NO Are you in favor of amending the following Constitutional provisions to revise the name of the Seafarers International Union of North America, Attantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District; Title Page Heading Preamble Article I, Name and General Powers Exhibit A Preamble, Section Ill, Section IV, Section V, Section VI, Section VII, Section VIII, Section IX, Section X, Section XI, Section XII and Section XIII so that the name of the Union would reflect the consolidation of the Seafarers International Union of North America, Attantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District and and headings to read as follows Seafarers International Union of North America, Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters Dlstrict-NMU. PLACE 11 X 11 IN BOX OF YOUR CHOICE YESD NOD PROPOSITION #4 Are you in favor of amending Article VII, Systems of Organization, Section 2 of the ConstiMion of the Seafarers International Union of North America, Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District, to "Section 2. The Headquarters of the Union shall be located in camp Springs, Maryland and Piney Point, Maryland or at such places as the Executive Board may determine from time to time. The H ua 1) Vi a President, an Executive Vice-President, one (1) Vice-President in Charge of Contracts and Contract Enforcement, a Secretary-Treasurer, one (1) Vice-President in Charge of the Atlantic Coast, Gulf Coast, one (1) Vice-President in Charge of the West Coast, one (1) Vice-President in Charge of the Southern Region, Great Lakes and Inland Waters, one (1) V1C9-President in Charge of G . ~t.Niir.k Industries and two (2) Vice-Presidents at Large.• Are you in favor of amending Article VIII, Officers, Assistant Vice-Presidents, Headquarters Representatives and Port Agents, Section 1 of the Constitution of the Seafarers International Union and Inland Waters District, to read as follows: "Section 1. The officers of the Union shall be elected as otherwise provided in this Constitution. These officers shall be the President, an Executive Vice-President, one (1) Vice-President in Charge Cd acts and Contract Enforcement, a Secretary-Treasurer, one (1) Vice-President in Charge of the Atlantic Coast, one (1) Vice-President in Charge of the Gulf Coast, one (1) Vice-President in Charge of the West Coast, one the Southern Region, Great Lakes and Inland Waters, and one (1) Vice-President in Charge of Government Services and Fishing Industries and two (2) Vice-Presidents at Large.• Are you in favor of amending Article X, Duties of Officers, Assistant Vice-Presidents, Headquarters Representatives, Port Agents, Other Elected Jobholders and Miscellaneous Personnel, Section 10 of the Constitution of the Seafarers International Union of North America, Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District, to read as follows: "Section 10. Vice-Presidents at Large . There shall be two (2) Vice-Presidents at Large whose duties shall be as directed by the President with concurrence of the Executive Board. Such duties and responsibilities may be changed from time to time in like manner, as dictated by the needs of the Union.• Are you in favor of amending Article X, Duties of Officers, Vice-Presidents, Headquarters Representatives, Port Agents, Other Elected Jobholders and Miscellaneous Personnel, Section 14, Executive Board of the Constitution of the Seafarers International Union of North America, Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District, to read as follows: "Section 14. Executive Board. The Executive Board shall consist of the President, the Executive Vice-President, the Vice-President in Charge of Contracts and Contract Enforcement, the Secretary-Treasurer, the Vice-President in Charge of the Atlantic Coast Area, the Vice-President in Charge of the Gulf Coast Area, the Vice-President in Charge of the West Coast Area the Vice-President in Charge of the Southern Region, Great Lakes and Inland Waters, the Vice-President in Charge of Government Services and Fishing Industries, the Vice-Presidents at Large and the National Director (or chief executive officer) of each subordinate body or division created or chartered by the Union whenever such subordinate body or division has attained a membership of 3,200 members and has maintained that membership for not less than three (3) months. Such National Director (or chief executive officer) shall be a member of the respective subordinate body or division and must be qualified to hold office under the terms of the Constitution of such division or subordinate body.• Are you in favor of amending Article X, Duties of Officers, Assistant Vice-Presidents, Headquarters Representatives, Port Agents, Other Elected Jobholders and Miscellaneous Personnel, Section 15 (b), Delegates of the ConstiMion of the Seafarers International Union of North America, Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District, to read as follows: "Section 15. Delegates. (b) The term "delegates• shall mean those members of the Union and its subordinate bodies or divisions who are elected in accordance with the provisions of this Constitution to attend the Convention of the Seafarers International Union of North America. The following officers and jobholders, upon their election to office or job shall, during the term of their offlC9 or job be delegates to all Conventions of the Seafarers International Union of North America in the following order of priority: President; Executive Vice-President; Vice-President in Charge of Contracts and Contract Enforcement; Secretary-Treasurer; Vice-President in Charge of the Atlantic Coast; Vice-President in Charge of the Gulf Coast; VIC9-President in Charge of the West Coast; Vice-President in Charge of the Southern Region, Great Lakes and Inland Waters; Vice-President in Charge of Government Services and Fishing Industries; Vice-Presidents at Large; Assistant Vice-Presidents; Headquarters Representatives, with priority to those most senior in full book Union membership; and Port Agents, with priority to those most senior in full book Union membership.· PLACE 11 X 11 IN BOX OF YOUR CHOICE NOD YES r:J PROPOSITION #5 Are you in favor of amending Article XXll, Quorums, Section 2 of the Constitution of the Seafarers International Union of North America, Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District, to read as follows: "Section 2. The quorum for a regular meeting of a Port shall be twenty-five (25) members." PLACE 11 X 11 IN BOX OF YOUR CHOICE YESD NOD These amendments, If approved, shall become effective upon the date of certification of the Union Tallying Committee. Seafa1'81'S LOB 15 �SIU Constitution Spells Out Rules On 2000 Elections The section of the union s constitution outlining voting procedures in the SIU's elections, which are held every four years, appears here and on page 17 in its entirety. Article 1111 Elections for Officers, Assistant Vice-Presidents, Headquarters Representatives and Port Agents Section 1. Nominations. Except as provided in Section 2 (b) of this Article, any full book member may submit his name for nomination for any office, or the job of Assistant Vice-President, Headquarters Representative or Port Agent, by delivering or causing to be delivered in person, to the office of the Secretary-Treasurer at Headquarters, or sending a letter addressed to the Credentials Committee, in care of the Secretary-Treasurer at the address of Headquarters. This letter shall be dated and shall contain the following: (a) The name of the candidate. (b) His home address and mailing address. (c) His book number. (d) The title of the office or other job for which he is a candidate, including the name of the Port in the event the position sought is that of Port Agent. (e) Proof of citizenship. (f) Proof of seatime and/or employment as required for candidates. (g) In the event the member is on a vessel, he shall notify the Credentials Committee what vessel he is on. This shall be done also if he ships subsequent to forwarding his credentials. (h) Annexing a certificate in the following form, signed and dated by the proposed nominee: "I hereby certify that I am not now, nor, for the five (5) years last past, have I been either a member of the Communist Party or convicted of, or served any part of a prison term resulting from conviction of robbery, bribery, extortion, embezzlement, grand larceny, burglary, arson, violation of narcotics laws, murder, rape, assault with intent to kill, assault which inflicts grievous bodily injury, or violation of Title II or III of the Landrum-Griffin Act, or conspiracy to commit any such crimes." Dated ......................................... . Signature of member Book No . .................................... .. Printed forms of the certificate shall be made available to nominees. Where a nominee cannot truthfully execute such a certificate, but is, in fact, legally eligible for an office or job by reason of the restoration of civil rights originally revoked by such conviction or a favorable determination by the Board of Parole of the United States Department of Justice, he shall, in lieu of the foregoing certificate, furnish a complete signed statement of the facts of his case together with true copies of the documents supporting his statement. 16 Seafarers LOG Any full book member may nominate any other full book member, in which event such full book member so nominated shall comply with the provisions of this Article as they are set forth herein relating to the submission of credentials. By reason of the above self-nomination provision, the responsibility, if any, for notifying a nominee of his nomination to office shall be that of the nominator. All documents required herein must reach Headquarters no earlier than July 15 and no later than August 15 of the election year. The Secretary-Treasurer is charged with safekeeping of these letters and shall tum them over to the Credentials Committee upon the latter's request. Section 2. Credentials Committee. (a) A Credentials Committee shall be elected at the regular meeting in August of the election year at the Port where Headquarters is located. It shall consist of six ( 6) full book members in attendance at the meeting with two (2) members to be elected from each of the Deck, Engine and Steward departments. No officer, Assistant VicePresident, Headquarters Representative or Port Agent, or candidate for office of the job of Assistant Vice-President, Headquarters Representative or Port Agent, shall be eligible for election to this Committee except as provided for in Article X, Section 4. In the event any Committee member is unable to serve, the Committee shall suspend until the President or Executive Vice-President or the Secretary-Treasurer, in that order, calls a special meeting at the Port where Headquarters is located in order to elect a replacement. The Committee's results shall be by majority vote with any tie vote being resolved by a majority of the membership at a special meeting called for that purpose at that Port. (b) After its election, the Committee shall immediately go into session. It shall determine whether the person has submitted his application correctly and possesses the necessary qualifications. The Committee shall prepare a report listing each applicant and his book number under the office or job he is seeking. Each applicant shall be marked "qualified" or "disqualified" according to the findings of the Committee. Where an applicant has been marked "disqualified," the reasons therefore must be stated in the report. Where a tie vote has been resolved by a special meeting of the membership, that fact shall also be noted with sufficient detail. The report shall be signed by all of the Committee members and be completed and submitted to the Ports in time for the next regular meeting after their election. At this meeting, it shall be read and incorporated in the minutes and then posted on the bulletin board in each Port. On the last day of nominations, one member of the Committee shall stand by in Headquarters to accept delivery of credentials. All credentials must be in Headquarters by midnight of closing day. ( c) When an applicant has been disqualified by the Committee, he shall be notified immediately by telegram at the addresses listed by him pursuant to Section 1 of this Article. He shall also be sent a letter containing their reasons for such disqualification by air mail, special delivery, registered or certified, to the mailing address designated pursuant to Section 1 (b) of this Article. A disqualified applicant shall have the right to take an appeal to the membership from the decision of the Committee. He shall forward copies of such appeal to each Port where the appeal shall be presented and voted upon at a regular meeting no later than the meeting after the second Committee's election. It is the responsibility of the applicant to insure timely delivery of his appeal. In any event, without prejudice to his written appeal, the applicant may appear in person before the Committee within two days after the day on which the telegram is sent to correct his application or argue for his qualification. The committee's report shall be prepared early enough to allow the applicant to appear before it within the time set forth in this Constitution and still reach the Ports in time for the first regular meeting after its election. (d) A majority vote of the membership shall, in the case of such appeals, be sufficient to overrule any disqualification by the Credentials Committee in which even the one so previously classified shall then be deemed qualified. (e) The Credentials Committee, in passing upon the qualifications of candidates, shall have the right to conclusively presume that anyone nominated and qualified in previous elections for candidacy for any office, or the job of Assistant Vice-President, Headquarters Representative or Port Agent, has met all the requirements of Section 1 (a) of Article XII. Section 3. Balloting Procedures. (a) Balloting in the manner hereafter provided shall commence on Nov. 1 of the election year and shall continue through Dec. 31, exclusive of Sundays and (for each individual Port) holidays legally recognized in the City of which the Port affected is located. IfNov. 1 or Dec. 31 falls on a holiday legally recognized in a Port in the City in which that Port is located, the balloting period in such Port shall commence or terminate, as the case may be, on the next succeeding business day. Subject to the foregoing, for the purpose of full book members securing their ballots, the Ports shall be open from 9:00 a.m. to 12 noon, Monday through Saturday, excluding holidays. (b) Balloting shall be by mail. The Secretary-Treasurer shall insure the proper and timely preparation of ballots without partiality as to candidates or Ports. The ballots may contain general information and instructive comments not inconsistent with the provisions of this Constitution. All qualified candidates shall be listed thereon alphabetically within each category with book number and job seniority classification status. The listing of the Ports shall first set forth Headquarters and then shall follow a geographical pattern commencing with the most northerly Port of the Atlantic Coast, following the Atlantic Coast down to the most southerly Port on that coast, then westerly along the Gulf of Mexico and so on, until the list of Ports is exhausted. Any Port outside the Continental United States shall then be added. There shall be no write-in voting and no provisions for the same shall appear on the ballot. Each ballot shall be so prepared as to have the number thereon placed at the top thereof and shall be so perforated as to enable that potion containing the said number to be easily removed to insure secrecy of the ballot. On this removable portion shall also be placed a short statement indicating the nature of the ballot and the voting date thereof. ( c) The ballots so prepared at the direction of the SecretaryTreasurer shall be the only official ballots. No others may be used. Each ballot shall be numbered as indicated in the preceding paragraphs and shall be numbered consecutively, commencing with number 1. A sufficient amount shall be printed and distributed to each Port. A record of the ballots, both by serial numbers and amount, sent thereto, shall be maintained by the Secretary-Treasurer, who shall also send each Port Agent a verification list indicating the amount and serial numbers of the ballots sent. The Secretary-Treasurer shall also send to each Port Agent a sufficient amount of blank opaque envelopes containing the word "Ballot" on the face of the envelope, as well as a sufficient amount of opaque mailing envelopes, first class postage prepaid and printed on the face thereon as the addressee shall be the name and address of the depository for the receipt of such ballots as designated by the President in the manner provided by Article X, Section 1, of this Constitution. In the upper left-hand comer of such mailing envelope, there shall be printed thereon, as a top line, provision for the voter's signature and on another line immediately thereunder, provision for the printing of the voter's name and book number. In addition, the Secretary-Treasurer shall also send a sufficient amount of mailing envelopes identical with the mailing envelopes mentioned above, except that they shall be of different color, and shall contain on the face of such envelope, in bold letters, the word "Challenge." The Secretary-Treasurer shall further furnish a sufficient amount of "Roster Sheets" which shall have printed thereon, at the top thereof, the year of the election, and immediately thereunder, five (5) vertical columns designated date, ballot number, signature full book member's name, book number and comments, and such roster sheets shall contain horizontal lines immediately under the captions of each of the above five columns. The SecretaryTreasurer shall also 3end a sufficient amount of envelopes with the printed name and address of the depository on the face thereof, and in the upper left-hand corner, the name of the Port and address, and on the face of such envelope should be printed the words "Roster Sheets and Ballot Stubs." Each Port Agent shall maintain separate records of the ballots sent him and shall inspect and count the ballots when received to insure that the amount sent, as well as the number thereon, conform to the amount and numbers listed by the SecretaryTreasurer as having been sent to that Port. The Port Agent shall immediately execute and return to the Secretary-Treasurer a receipt acknowledging the correctness of the amount and the numbers of the ballots sent, or shall notify the Secretary-Treasurer of any discrepancy. Discrepancies shall be corrected as soon as possible prior to the voting period. In any event, receipts shall be forwarded for all the aforementioned election material actually received. The Secretary-Treasurer shall prepare a file in which shall be kept memoranda and correspondence dealing with the election. This file shall at all times be available to any member asking for inspection of the same at the office of the SecretaryTreasurer and shall be turned over to the Union Tallying Committee. (d) Balloting shall be secret. Only full book members in good standing may vote. Each full book member may secure his ballot at Port offices from the Port Agent or his duly designated representative at such Port. Each Port Agent shall designate an area at the Port office over which should be posted the legend "Voting Ballots Secured Here." When a full book member appears to vote, he shall present his book to the Port Agent or his aforementioned duly designated representative. The Port Agent or his duly designated representative shall insert on the roster sheet under the appropriate column the date, the number of the ballot given to such member and his full book number, and the member shall then sign his name on such roster sheet under the appropriate column. Such member shall have his book stamped with the word "Voted" and the date, and shall be given a ballot, and simultaneously the perforation on the top of the ballot shall be removed at the same time the member shall be given the envelope marked "Ballot" together with the pre-paid postage mailing envelope addressed to the depository. The member shall take such ballot and envelopes and in secret thereafter, mark his ballot, fold the same, insert it in the blank envelope marked "Ballot," seal the same, then insert such "Ballot" envelope into the mailing envelope, seal such mailing envelope, sign his name on the upper left-hand comer on the first line of such mailing envelope and on the second line in the upper left-hand comer print his name and book number, after which he shall mail or cause the same to be mailed. In the event a full book member appears to vote and is not in good standing or does not have his membership book with him or it appears for other valid reasons he is not eligible to vote, the same procedure as provided above shall apply to him, except that on the roster sheet under the column "Comments," notation should be made that the member voted a challenged ballot and the reason for his challenge. Such member's membership book shall be stamped "voted challenge," and the date, and such member instead of the above-mentioned mailing envelope, shall be given the mailing envelope of a different color marked on the face thereof with the word "Challenge." At the end of each day, the Port Agent or his duly designated representative shall enclose in the envelope addressed to the depository and marked "Roster Sheets and Ballot Stubs," the roster sheet or sheets executed by the members that day together with the numbered perforated slips Continued on page 17 October 2000 �Info ation for the 2000 Election of Officers SW Atlanti.c, Gulf, Lakes & Inland Waten D. Article XIII Constitutional Rules Continued from page 16 removed from the ballots which had been given to the members, and then mail the same to such depository. To insure that an adequate supply of all balloting material is maintained in all Ports at all times, the Port Agent or his duly designated representative, simultaneously with mailing of the roster sheets and ballot stubs to the depository at the end of each day, shall also make a copy of the roster sheet for that day and mail the same to the Secretary-Treasurer at Headquarters. The Port Agent shall be responsible for the proper safeguarding of all election material and shall not release any of it until duly called for and shall insure that no one tampers with the material placed in his custody. (e) Full book members may request and vote an absentee ballot under the following circumstances: while such member is employed on a Union-contracted vessel and which vessel's schedule does not provide for it to be at a Port in which a ballot can be secured during the time and period provided for in Section 3 (a) of this article or is in an accredited hospital any time during the first ten (10) days of the month of November of the election year. The member shall make a request for an absentee ballot by registered or certified mail or the equivalent mailing device at the location from which such request is made, if such be the case. Such request shall contain a designation as to the address to which such member wishes his absentee ballot returned. The request shall be postmarked no later than 12:00 p.m. on the 15th day of November of the election year, shall be directed to the Secretary-Treasurer at Headquarters and must be delivered no later than the 25th of such November. The SecretaryTreasurer shall determine whether such member is eligible to vote such absentee ballot. The Secretary-Treasurer, if he determines that such member is so eligible, shall by the 30th of such November, send by registered mail, return receipt requested, to the address so designated by such member, a "Ballot," after removing the perforated numbered stub, together with the hereinbefore mentioned "Ballot" envelope, and mailing envelope addressed to the depository, except that printed on the face of such mailing envelope shall be the words "Absentee Ballot," and appropriate voting instructions shall accompany such mailing to the member. If the Secretary-Treasurer determines that such member is ineligible to receive such absentee ballot, he shall nevertheless send such member the aforementioned ballot with accompanying material except that the mailing envelope addressed to the depository shall have printed on the face thereof the words "Challenged Absentee Ballot." The Secretary-Treasurer shall keep records of all of the foregoing, including the reasons for determining such member's ineligibility, which records shall be open for inspection by full book members and upon the convening of the Union Tallying Committee, presented to them. The SecretaryTreasurer shall send to all Ports the names and book numbers of the October 2000 members to whom absentee ballots were sent. (f) All ballots to be counted must be received by the depository no later than the Jan. 5 immediately subsequent to the election year and must be postmarked no later than 12 midnight Dec. 31 of the election year. Section 4. (a) At the close of the last day of the period for securing ballots, the Port Agent in each Port, in addition to his duties set forth above, shall deliver or mail to Headquarters by registered or certified mail, attention Union Tallying Committee, all unused ballots and shall specifically set forth by serial number and amount the unused ballots so forwarded. (b) The Union Tallying Committee shall consist of 20 full book members. Two shall be selected from each of the 10 Ports of New York, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Mobile, New Orleans, Houston, Detroit-Algonac, San Francisco, St. Louis and Piney Point. The election shall be held at the regular meeting in December of the election year or, if the Executive Board otherwise determines prior thereto, at a special meeting held in the aforesaid Ports on the first business day of the last week of said month. No officer, Assistant Vice-President, Headquarters Representative, Port Agent, or candidate for office, or the job of Assistant Vice-President, Headquarters Representative, or Port Agent shall be eligible for election to this Committee except as provided for in Article X, Section 4. In addition to its duties herein set forth, the Union Tallying Committee shall be charged with the tallying of all the ballots and the preparation of a closing report setting forth, in complete detail, the results of the election, including a complete accounting of all ballots and stubs, and reconciliation of the same with the rosters and receipts of the Port Agents, all with detailed reference to serial numbers and amounts and with each total broken down into Port totals. The Union Tallying Committee shall have access to all election records and files for their inspection, examination and verification. The report shall clearly detail all discrepancies discovered and shall contain recommendations for the treatment of these discrepancies. All members of the Committee shall sign the report, without prejudice, however, to the right of any member thereof to submit a dissenting report as to the accuracy of the count and the validity of the ballots, with pertinent details.In connection with the tally of ballots, there shall be no counting of ballots until all mailing envelopes containing valid ballots have first been opened, the ballot envelopes removed intact and then all of such ballot envelopes mixed together, after which such ballot envelopes shall be opened and counted in such multiples as the Committee may deem expedient and manageable. The Committee shall resolve all issues on challenged ballots and then tally those found valid utilizing the same procedure as provided in the preceding sentence either jointly or separately. (c) The members of the Union Tallying Committee shall, after their election, proceed to the Port in which Headquarters is located, to arrive at that Port no later than Jan. 5 of the year immediately after the election year. Each member of the Committee not elected from the Port in which Headquarters is located shall be reimbursed for transportation, meals and lodging expenses occasioned by their traveling to and returning from that Port. Committee members elected from the Port in which Headquarters is located shall be similarly reimbursed, except for transportation. All members of the Committee shall also be paid at the prevailing standby rate of pay from the day subsequent to their election to the day they return, in normal course, to the Port from which they were elected. The Union Tallying Committee shall elect a chairman from among themselves and, subject to the express terms of this Constitution, adopt its own procedures. All decisions of such Committee and the contents of their report shall be valid if made by a majority vote, provided there be a quorum in attendance, which quorum is hereby fixed at ten ( 10). The Committee, but not less than a quorum thereof, shall have the sole right and duty to obtain all mailed ballots and the other mailed election material from the depository and to insure their safe custody during the course of the Committee's proceedings. The proceedings of the Committee, except for their organizational meeting and their actual preparation of the closing report and dissents therefrom, if any, shall be open to any member provided he observes decorum. Any candidate may act as an observer and/or designate another member to act as his observer at the counting of the ballots. In no event shall issuance of the above referred to closing report of the Committee be delayed beyond Jan. 31 immediately subsequent to the close of the election year. In the discharge of its duties, the Committee may call upon and utilize the services of clerical employees of the Union. The Committee shall be discharged upon the completion of the issuance and dispatch of its report as required in this Article. In the event a recheck and recount is ordered pursuant to this Article, the Committee shall be reconstituted, except that if any member thereof is not available, a substitute therefor shall be elected from the appropriate Port at a special meeting held for that purpose as soon as possible. of the (d) The report Committee shall be made up in sufficient copies to comply with the following requirements: two copies shall be mailed by the Committee to each Port Agent and the Secretary-Treasurer no later than Jan. 31 immediately subsequent to the close of the election year. As soon as these copies are received, each Port Agent shall post one copy of the report on the bulletin board in a conspicuous manner and notify the Secretary-Treasurer, in writing, as to the date of such posting. This copy shall be kept posted until after the Election Report Meeting which shall be the March regular membership meeting immediately following the close of the election year. At the Election Report Meeting, the other copy of the report shall be read verbatim. (e) Any full book member claiming a violation of the election and balloting procedure or the conduct of the same, shall within 72 hours of the occurrence of the claimed violation notify the Secretary-Treasurer at Head- quarters, in writing by certified mail, of the same, setting forth his name, book number and the details so that appropriate corrective action, if warranted, may be taken. The Secretary-Treasurer shall expeditiously investigate the facts concerning the claimed violation, take such action as may be necessary, if any, and make a report and recommendation, if necessary, a copy of which shall be sent to the member and the original shall be filed for the Union Tallying Committee for their appropriate action, report and recommendation, if any. The foregoing shall not be applicable to matters involving the Credentials Committee's action or report, the provisions of Article XIII, Sections 1 and 2 being the pertinent provisions applicable to such matters. All protests as to any and all aspects of the election and balloting procedures or the conduct of the same not passed upon by the Union Tallying Committee in its report, excluding therefrom matters involving the Credentials Committee's action or report as provided in the last sentence of the immediately preceding paragraph, but including the procedure and report of the Union Tallying Committee, shall be filed in writing by certified mail with the Secretary-Treasurer at Headquarters to be received no later than the Feb. 25 immediately subsequent to the close of the election year. It shall be the responsibility of the member to insure that his written protest is received by the Secretary-Treasurer no later than such Feb. 25. The SecretaryTreasurer shall forward copies of such written protest to all Ports in sufficient time to be read at the Election Report Meeting. The written protest shall contain the full book member's name, book number, and all details constituting the protest. (f) At the Election Report Meeting, the report and recommendation of the Union Tallying Committee, including but not limited to discrepancies, protests passed upon by them, as well as protests filed with the Secretary-Treasurer as provided for in Section (e) immediately above shall be acted upon by the meeting. A majority vote of the membership shall decide what action, if any, in accordance with the Constitution, shall be taken thereon, which action, however, shall not include the ordering of a special vote, unless reported discrepancies or protested procedure or conduct found to have occurred and to be violative of the Constitution affected the results of the vote for any office or job, in which event the special vote shall be restricted to such office, offices and/or job or jobs, as the case may be. A majority of the membership at the Election Report Meetings may order a recheck and recount when a dissent to the closing report has been issued by three (3) or more members of the Union Tallying Committee. Except for the contingencies provided for in this Section 4 (f), the closing report shall be accepted as final. There shall be no further protest or appeal from the action of the majority of the membership at the Election Report Meetings. (g) Any special vote ordered pursuant to Section 4 (f) shall be commenced within ninety (90) days after the first day of the month immediately subsequent to the Election Report Meetings men- •ct tioned above. The depository shall be the same as designated for the election from which the special vote is ordered. And the procedures shall be the same as provided for in Section 3, except where specific dates are provided for, the days shall be the dates applicable which provide for the identical time and days originally provided for in Section 3. The Election Report Meeting for the aforesaid special vote shall be that meeting immediately subsequent to the report of the Union Tallying Committee separated by one calendar month. Section 5. Elected Officers and Jobholders. A candidate unopposed for any office or job shall be deemed elected to such office or job notwithstanding that his name may appear on the ballot. The Union Tallying Committee shall not be required to tally completely the results of the voting for such unopposed candidate but shall certify in their report that such unopposed candidate has been elected to such office or job. The Election Report Meeting shall accept the above certification of the Union Tallying Committee without change. Section 6. Installation into Office and the Job of Assistant VicePresident, Headquarters Representative or Port Agent. (a) The person elected shall be that person having the largest number of votes cast for the particular office or job involved. Where more than one person is to be elected for a particular office or job, the proper number of candidates receiving the successively highest number of votes shall be declared elected. These determinations shall be made only from the results deemed final and accepted as provided in this Article. It shall be the duty of the President to notify each individual elected. (b) The duly elected officers and other job holders shall take over their respective offices and jobs and assume the duties thereof at midnight of the night of the Election Report Meeting, or the next regular meeting, depending upon which meeting the results as to each of the foregoing are deemed final and accepted, as provided in this Article. The term of their predecessors shall continue up to, and expire at that time, notwithstanding anything to the contrary contained in Article XI, Section 1. This shall not apply where the successful candidate cannot assume his office because he is at sea. In such event, a majority vote of the membership may grant additional time for the assumption of the office or job. In the event of the failure of the newly-elected President to assume office, the provisions of Article X, Section 12 shall apply until the expiration of the term. All other cases of failure to assume office shall be dealt with as decided by a majority vote of the membership. Section 7. The Secretary-Treasurer is specifically charged with the preservation and retention of all election records, including the ballots, as required by law, and is directed and authorized to issue such other and further directives as to the election procedures as are required by law, which directives shall be part of the election procedures of this Union. Seafarers LOG 17 �- -- - - - - We, the undersigned Constitutional Committee, were elected at the Headquarters membership meeting, on August 7, 2000, in accordance with Article XXV, Section 2 of our Constitution. We have had referred to us and studied, the proposed Constitutional Amendments Resolution submitted by our Executive Board. This Resolution, containing the proposed amendments, prior to its submission to us, was adopted by a majority vote of the membership at Headquarters and all ports. The provisions of the Resolution including its "WHEREAS" clauses, are attached so that all members will have available to them its full text for their review and study at the same time that they read this, our Report and Recommendation. As all individuals involved in the maritime industry are aware, the industry has changed substantially over the last several years. Legislation has been repealed and enacted affecting this industry and the trade union movement in general. We, in this Union, must seriously consider what can be done to strengthen our institutional structure to enable the Union to function more efficiently while continuing to fulfill its obligations to our membership. To this end, one of the things that our membership has already approved is the merger/consolidation of the National Maritime Union into our Union. As a result of the previously held referendum and our awareness of these changing times, certain Constitutional Amendments have been proposed to clarify and update our Constitution. It is to be noted that where feasible, this Committee recommends that the proposed constitutional changes, the new material, be underlined with the nonunderlined words representing the language of the present Constitution. A. Name Chanee for Union To implement and effectuate the desires of this membership, as expressed in the referendum held in November and December, 1999, it is being proposed that the name of our Union be changed to reflect the consolidation/merger of the National Maritime Union into the Seafarers International Union of North America, Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District. We concur with the Resolution and recommend the following amendments be adopted to effectuate it. Amend the following Constitutional provisions to revise the name of the Seafarers International Union of North America, Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District; l. Title Page 2. Heading, Page 2 3. Preamble 4. Article I, Name and General Powers S. ExhibitA Preamble, Section III, Section IV, Section V, Section VI, Section VII, Section VIII, Section IX, Section X, Section XI, Section XII and Section XIII so that the name of the Union would reflect the consolidation of these two unions in all of the above- referenced sections and headings. The above-referenced amendments would become effective at the time of, and not before, the final consolidation of these entities. A. Dues As the Resolution states, it is proposed that the annual regular dues amount to be paid shall be four hundred dollars ($400.00) per year and that in addition the working dues to be paid by officers and members who are employed by the Union shall be increased to one hundred dollars ($100.00) per quarter. Your Committee, to carry out these changes, recommends that: Amend Article V, Dues and Initiation Fee, Sections 1 (a) and (b) to read as follows: "Section 1. All members' dues shall consist of: (a) Dues annually in the sum of fQyr hundred dollars ($400.00) which shall be paid in equal amounts on a calendar year basis, no later than the first business day of each calendar quarter, and; (b) a sum equal to five percent (5%) of the gross amount received for vacation benefits for days worked for contracted employers. Dues payable under this Subsection (b) shall be payable on the days that the member receives payment for the earned vacation benefits and shall become effective as to members in the manner designated and determined by a majority vote of the membership by secret ballot. When so determined by the membership, members in the employ of the Union, its subdivisions and its affiliated organizations, or in any employment at the Union's direction as provided in Article XII, Section l (a) and (c), shall pay in addition to that provided for in paragraph (a) immediately above the sum 18 Seafarers LOG of one hundred dollars ($100.00) quarterly on a calendar year basis, no later than the first business day of each quarter while so employed." B. Vice-Presidents at Larve As the Resolution states, it is also proposed that the office of "Vice-President at Large" be created and that two (2) such positions be added to the Executive Board to reflect the changing and growing needs of the Union. Your Committee, to carry out this change recommends that: Amend Article VII, System of Organization, Section 2 to read as follows: "Section 2. The Headquarters of the Union shall be located in Camp Springs, Maryland and Piney Point, Maryland or at such places as the Executive Board may determine from time to time. The Headquarters officers shall consist of a President, an Executive Vice-President, one (I) Vice-President in Charge of Contracts and Contract Enforcement, a Secretary-Treasurer, one ( l) VicePresident in Charge of the Atlantic Coast, one (1) Vice-President in Charge of the Gulf Coast, one (1) Vice-President in Charge of the West Coast, one (1) VicePresident in Charge of the Southern Region, Great Lakes and Inland Waters, one (1) Vice-President in Charge of Government Services and Fishing Industries and two C2) Vice-Presidents at ~-" Amend Article VIII, Officer, Assistant Vice-Presidents, Headquarters Representatives and Port Agents, Section 1 to read as follows: "Section 1. The officers of the Union shall be elected as otherwise provided in this Constitution. These officers shall be the President, an Executive VicePresident, one (1) Vice-President in Charge of Contracts and Contract Enforcement, a Secretary-Treasurer, one (I) Vice-President in Charge of the Atlantic Coast, one (1) Vice-President in Charge of the Gulf Coast, one (I) VicePresident in Charge of the West Coast, one (1) Vice-President in Charge of the Southern Region, Great Lakes and Inland Waters, and one (1) Vice-President in Charge of Government Services and Fishing lndustries and two (2) VicePresidents at Large." Amend Article X, Duties of Officers, Assistant Vice- Presidents, Headquarters Representatives, Port Agents, Other Elected Jobholders and Miscellaneous Personnel by adding a new Section to read as follows: "Section 10 Vice-Presidents at Large There shall be two (2) Vice-Presidents at Large whose duties shall be as directed by the President with concurrence of the Executive Board. Such duties and responsibilities may be changed from time to time in like manner as dictated by the needs of the Union." Amend Article X, Duties of Officers, Assistant Vice-Presidents, Headquarters Representatives, Port Agents, Other Elected Jobholders and Miscellaneous Personnel by renumbering the existing Sections 10 through 15 to become 11 through 16. Amend Article X, Duties of Officers, Assistant Vice-Presidents, Headquarters Representatives, Port Agents, Other Elected Jobholders and Miscellaneous Personnel existing Section 13 which when renumbered shall be Section 14, Executive Board to read as follows: "Section li. Executive Board. The Executive Board shall consist of the President, the Executive VicePresident, the Vice-President in Charge of Contracts and Contract Enforcement, the Secretary-Treasurer, the Vice-President in Charge of the Atlantic Coast Area, the Vice-President in Charge of the Gulf Coast Area, the Vice-President in Charge of the West Coast Area the Vice-President in Charge of the Southern Region, Great Lakes and Inland Waters, the VicePresident in Charge of Government Services and Fishing Industries, the VicePresidents at Large and the National Director (or chief executive officer) of each subordinate body or division created or chartered by the Union whenever such subordinate body or division has attained a membership of 3,200 members and has maintained that membership for not less than three (3) months. Such National Director (or chief executive officer) shall be a member of the respective subordinate body or division and must be qualified to hold office under the terms of the Constitution of such division or subordinate body." Amend Article X, Duties of Oj]icers, Assistant Vice-Presidents, Headquarters Representatives, Port Agents, Other Elected Jobholders and Miscellaneous - - -- - Personnel existing Section 14 which when renumbered shall be Section 15, Delegates to read as follows: "Section 15. Delegates. (a) The term "delegates" shall mean those members of the Union and its subordinate bodies or divisions who are elected in accordance with the provisions of this Constitution to attend the Convention of the Seafarers International Union of North America. The following officers and jobholders, upon their election to office or job shall, during the term of their office or job be delegates to all Conventions of the Seafarers International Union of North America in the following order of priority: President; Executive Vice-President; Vice-President in Charge of Contracts and Contract Enforcement; Secretary-Treasurer; Vice-President in Charge of the Atlantic Coast; VicePresident in Charge of the Gulf Coast; Vice-President in Charge of the West Coast; Vice-President in Charge of the Southern Region, Great Lakes and Inland Waters; Vice-President in Charge of Government Services and Fishing Industries; Vice-Presidents at Large; Assistant Vice-Presidents; Headquarters Representatives, with priority to those most senior in full book Union membership; and Port Agents, with priority to those most senior in full book Union membership." D.Qruu:mn As the Resolution states, it is being proposed that the quorum for a regular meeting of a port be changed from fifty (SO) to twenty-five (25) members to enable effective action to be taken at membership meetings. Your Committee, to carry out this change, recommends that: Amend Article XXII, Quorums. Section 2 to read as follows: "Section 2. The quorum for a regular meeting of a Port shall be twenty-five (25) members." E. Definitions and Mjscellaneous Provjsjons Thereto To further effectuate all of the above, it is proposed that Section 8 be amended to read as follows: "Section 8. The terms "this Constitution" and "this amended Constitution" shall be deemed to have the same meaning and shall refer to the Constitution as amended which takes the place of the one adopted by the Union in 1939, as amended up through Al2ti1 2.QQQ." This Committee has been directed to fashion the procedure for a secret ballot referendum vote upon these amendments and to recommend effective dates for the proposed amendments. Your Committee concurs with the Resolution recommending that the amendments, if voted upon affirmatively in accordance with the following voting procedures, become effective upon their passage. We, further recommend that, if the position of VicePresident at Large is created by Constitutional Amendment, the President be given the authority, subject to the concurrence of the Executive Board, to determine when to fill these two (2) positions and to then so fill them for a first term of office. In addition, we recommend that the secret ballot referendum vote upon these proposed amendments, including the time, manner and procedure for voting on the amendments and the tallying and certification of the voting results, be the same as constitutionally provided for the election of officers and jobholders and be held as part of the secret ballot mail referendum for the election of officers and jobholders commencing November 1, 2000 and ending December 31, 2000. We further recommend: (a) That part of the ballot that applies to the recommended change in the regular dues payment read as follows: Amend Article V, Dues and Initiation Fee, Section 1. "Section 1. All members' dues shall consist of: (a) Dues annually in the sum of fuYr hundred dollars ($400 00) which shall be paid in equal amounts on a calendar year basis, no later than the first business day of each calendar quarter, and;" Are you in favor of the above Constitutional Amendment? YES [] NO [] (b) That the part of the ballot that applies to the recommended change in working dues payable by union officers and members read as follows: "(b) a sum equal to five percent (5%) of the gross amount received for vacation benefits for days worked for contracted employers. Dues payable under this Sub- section (b) shall be payable on the days that the member receives payment for the earned vacation benefits and shall become effective as to members in the manner designated and determined by a majority vote of the membership by secret ballot. When so determined by the membership, members in the employ of the Union, its subdivisions and its affiliated organizations, or in any employment at the Union's direction as provided in Article XII, Section 1 (a) and (c), shall pay in addition to that provided for in paragraph (a) immediately above the sum of one hundred dollars ($100.00) quarterly on a calendar year basis, no later than the first business day of each quarter while so employed." Are you in favor of the above Constitutional Amendment? YES [ ] NO [ ] (c) That the part of the ballot that applies to the recommended name change read as follows: Amend the following Constitutional provisions to revise the name of the Seafarers International Union of North America, Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District; 1. Title Page 2. Heading 3. Preamble 4. Article I, Name and General Powers 5. Exhibit A Preamble, Section III, Section IV, Section V, Section VI, Section VII, Section VIII, Section IX, Section X, Section XI, Section XII and Section XIII so that the name of the Union would reflect the consolidation of the Seafarers International Union of North America, Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District and the National Maritime Union in all of the above referenced sections and headings. Are you in favor of the above Constitutional Amendment? YES [ ] NO [ ] (d) that the part of the ballot that applies to the recommended creation of two (2) Vice-President at Large positions read as follows: Amend Article VII, System of Organization. "Section 2. The Headquarters of the Union shall be located in Camp Springs, Maryland and Piney Point, Maryland or at such places as the Executive Board may determine from time to time. The Headquarters officers shall consist of a President, an Executive Vice-President, one (1) Vice-President in Charge of Contracts and Contract Enforcement, a Secretary-Treasurer, one ( l) VicePresident in Charge of the Atlantic Coast, one (1) Vice-President in Charge of the Gulf Coast, one (1) Vice-President in Charge of the West Coast, one (I) VicePresident in Charge of the Southern Region. Great Lakes and Inland Waters, one (1) Vice-President in Charge of Government Services and Fishing Industries and two (2) Vice-Presidents at Large" Amend Article VIII, Officer, Assistant Vice-Presidents, Headquarters Representatives and Port Agents, Section 1. "Section 1. The officers of the Union shall be elected as otherwise provided in this Constitution. These officers shall be the President, an Executive VicePresident, one ( l) Vice-President in Charge of Contracts and Contract Enforcement, a Secretary-Treasurer, one (1) Vice-President in Charge of the Atlantic Coast, one (1) Vice-President in Charge of the Gulf Coast, one ( 1) VicePresident in Charge of the West Coast, one (1) Vice-President in Charge of the Southern Region, Great Lakes and Inland Waters, and one (1) Vice-President in Charge of Government Services and Fishing Industries and two (2) VicePresidents at Large." Amend Article X, Duties of Officers, Assistant Vice- Presidents, Headquarters Representatives, Port Agents, Other Elected Jobholders and Miscellaneous Personnel: "Section 10. Vice-Presidents at Large. There shall be two (2) Vice-Presidents at Large whose duties shall be as directed by the President with concurrence of the Executive Board. Such duties and responsibilities may be changed from time to time in like manner as dictated by the nee<ls of the Union " Amend Article X, Duties of Officers, Assistant Vice-Presidents, Headquarters Representatives, Port Agents, Other Elected Jobholders and Miscellaneous Personnel, Section 14. "Section 14. Executive Board. The Executive Board shall consist of the President, the Executive VicePresident, the Vice-President in Charge of Contracts and Contract Enforcement, the Secretary-Treasurer, the Vice-President in Charge of the Atlantic Coast Area, the Vice-President in Charge of the Gulf Coast Area, the Vice-President in Charge of the West Coast Area the Vice-President in Charge of the Southern Region, Great Lakes and Inland Waters, the VicePresident in Charge of Government Services and Fishing Industries, the VicePresidents at Large and the National Director (or chief executive officer) of each subordinate body or division created or chartered by the Union whenever such subordinate body or division has attained a membership of 3,200 members and has maintained that membership for not less than three (3) months. Such National Director (or chief executive officer) shall be a member of the respective subordinate body or division and must be qualified to hold office under the terms of the Constitution of such division or subordinate body." Amend Article X, Duties of Officers, Assistant Vice-Presidents, Headquarters Representatives, Port Agents, Other Elected Jobholders and Miscellaneous, Personnel, Section 15, Delegates. "Section ll. Delegates. (b) The term "delegates" shall mean those members of the Union and its subordinate bodies or divisions who are elected in accordance with the provisions of this Constitution to attend the Convention of the Seafarers International Union of North America. The following officers and jobholders, upon their election to office or job shall, during the term of their office or job be delegates to all Conventions of the Seafarers International Union of North America in the following order of priority: President; Executive Vice-President; Vice-President in Charge of Contracts and Contract Enforcement; Secretary-Treasurer; Vice-President in Charge of the Atlantic Coast; VicePresident in Charge of the Gulf Coast; Vice-President in Charge of the West Coast; Vice-President in Charge of the Southern Region, Great Lakes and Inland Waters; Vice-President in Charge of Government Services and Fishing Industries; Vice-Presidents at Large; Assistant Vice-Presidents; Headquarters Representatives, with priority to those most senior in full book Union membership; and Port Agents, with priority to those most senior in full book Union membership." Are you in favor of the above Constitutional Amendments? YES [ ] NO [ ] (e) that the part of the ballot that applies to the change in the number of members required to constitute a quorum at a regular meeting of a port read as follows. Amend Article XXIl, Section 2. Quorums, "Section 2. The quorum for a regular meeting of a Port shall be twenty-five (25) members." Are you in favor of the above Constitutional Amendment? YES [ ] NO [ ] We further recommend, if it is reasonably possible, that a copy of our Committee's Report, together with a copy of the proposed Resolution and membership action taken to date, be printed in the Seafarers LOG, October 2000 issue so that the membership will be kept abreast as to all facts at this time and copies of such LOG issue, to the extent possible, be made available to the membership at all Union offices and Halls during the months of November and December 2000. Your Constitutional Committee wishes to thank the Union, its officers, representatives, members and counsel for their cooperation and assistance during our deliberations and to assure all members that we believe the adoption of the proposed Resolution will serve the needs of the Union and the membership. Fraternally submitted, Constitutional Committee August 18, 2000 October 2000 �PRESENT CONSTITUTION THE SEAFARERS INTERNATIONAL UNION OF NORTH AMERICAARANTIC, GULF, LAKES AND INLAND WATERS DISTRICT AFFILIATED WITH SEAFARERS INTERNATIONAL UNION OF NORTH AMERICA, AMERICAN FEDERATION OF LABOR CONGRESS OF INDUSTRIAL ORGANIZATIONS PREAMBLE As maritime and allied workers and realizing the value and necessity of a thorough organization, we are dedicated to the forming of one Union for our people, the Seafarers International Union of North America-Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District, based upon the following principles: All members shall be entitled to all the rights, privileges and guarantees as set forth in this Constitution, and such rights, privileges and guarantees shall be preserved in accordance with its terms. We declare that American seamen are entitled to receive their employment without interference of crimps, shipowners, fink halls or any shipping bureaus maintained by the Government. We affirm that every worker has the right to receive fair and just remuneration for his labor and gain sufficient leisure for mental cultivation and physical recreation. We proclaim the right of all seamen to receive healthful and sufficient food and proper forecastles in which to rest. We defend the right of all seamen to be treated in a decent and respectful manner by those in command, and We hold that the above rights belong to all workers alike, irrespective of nationality or creed. Recognizing the foregoing as our inalienable rights, we are conscious of corresponding duties to those in command, our employers, our craft and our country. We will, therefore, try by all just means to promote harmonious relations with those in command by exercising due care and diligence in the performance of the duties of our profession and by giving all possible assistance to our employers in caring for their gear and property. Based upon these principles, it is among our objects: To use our influence individually and collectively for the purpose of maintaining and developing skill in seamanship and effecting a change in the maritime law of the United States so as to render it more equitable and to make it an aid instead of a hindrance to the development of a merchant marine and a body of American seamen. To support a journal which shall voice the sentiments of maritime workers and through its columns seek to maintain their knowledge of, and interest in, maritime affairs. To assist the seamen of other countries in the work of organization and federation to the end of establishing the Brotherhood of the Sea. To form and to assist by legal means other bonafide labor organizations whenever possible in the attainment of their just demands. To regulate our conduct as a Union and as individuals so as to make seamanship what it rightly isan honorable and useful calling. And bearing in mind that we are migratory, that our work takes us away in different directions from any place where the majority might otherwise meet to act, that meetings can be attended by only a fraction of the membership, that the absent members who cannot be present must have their interests guarded from what might be the results of excitement and passions aroused by persons or conditions, and that those who are present may act for and in the interest of all, we have adopted this Constitution. Statement of Principles and Declaration of Rights In order to form a more perfect Union, we workers in the maritime and allied industries, realizing the value and necessity of uniting in pursuit of our improved economic and social welfare, have determined to bind ourselves together in the Seafarers International Union of North America-Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District, and hereby dedicate ourselves to the following principles: In promoting our economic and social welfare, we shall ever be mindful, not only of our rights, but also of our duties and obligations as members of the community, our duties as citizens, and our duty to combat the menace of communism and any other enemies of freedom and the democratic principles to which we seafaring men dedicate ourselves in this Union. We shall affiliate and work with other free labor organizations; we shall support a journal to give additional voice to our views; we shall assist our brothers of the sea and other workers of all countries in these obligations to the fullest extent consistent with our duties, obligations and law. We shall seek to exert our individual and collective influence in the fight for the enactment of labor and other legislations and policies which look to the attainment of a free and happy society without distinction based on race, creed or color. To govern our conduct as a Union and bearing in mind that most of our members are migratory, that their duties carry them all over the world, that their rights must and shall be protected, we hereby declare these rights as members of the Union to be inalienable. No member shall be deprived of any of the rights or privileges guaranteed him under the Constitution of the Union. II Every qualified member shall have the right to nominate himself for, and, if elected, or appointed, to hold office in this Union. Ill No member shall be deprived of his membership without due process of the law of this Union. No member shall be compelled to be a witness against himself in the trial of any proceeding in which he may be charged with failure to observe the law of this Union. Every official and jobholder shall be bound to uphold and protect the rights of every member in accordance with the principles set forth in the Constitution of the Union. IV Every member shall have the right to be confronted by his accuser whenever he is charged with violating the law of this Union. In all such cases, the accused shall be guaranteed a fair and speedy trial by an impartial committee of his brother Union members. v No member shall be denied the right to express himself freely on the floor of any Union meeting or in committee. VI A militant membership being necessary to the security of a free union, the members shall at all times stand ready to defend this Union and the principles set forth in the Constitution of the Union. VII The powers not delegated to the officers, job holders, and Executive Board by the Constitution of the Union shall be reserved to the members. CONSTITUTION Article I Name and General Powers This Union shall be known as the Seafarers International Union of North America-Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District. Its powers shall be legislative, judicial, and executive, and shall include the formation of, and/or issuance of charters to, subordinate bodies and divisions, corporate or otherwise, the formation of funds and participation in funds, the establishment of enterprises for the benefit of the Union and similar ventures. This Union shall exercise all of its powers in aid of subordinate bodies and divisions created or chartered by it. For convenience of administration and in furtherance of its policies of aid and assistance, the Union may make its property, facilities and personnel available for the use and on behalf of such subordinate bodies and divisions. A majority vote of the membership shall be authorization for any Union action, unless otherwise specified in the Constitution or by law. This Union shall at all times protect and maintain its jurisdiction. Article II Affiliation Section 1. This Union shall be affiliated with the Seafarers International Union of North America and the American Federation of Labor-Congress of Industrial Organizations. All other affiliations by the Union or its subordinate bodies or divisions shall be made or withdrawn as determined by a majority vote of the Executive Board. Section 2. In addition to such other provisions as are contained herein, all subordinate bodies and divisions seeking a charter from and/or affiliation with this Union, shall be required to adopt, within a time period set by the Executive Board, a Constitution containing provisions as set forth in Exhibit A, annexed to this Constitution and made a part hereof. All other provisions adopted by such subordinate bodies and divisions as part of their Constitution shall not be inconsistent therewith. No such Constitution or amendments thereto shall be deemed to be effective without the approval of the Executive Board of this Union, which shall be executed in writing, on its behalf, by the President or, in his absence, by any other officer designated by it. Such approval shall be deemed to be recognition of compliance herewith by such subordinate body or division. Where a subordinate body or division violates any of the foregoing, and, in particular, seeks to effectuate any constitutional provision not so authorized and approved, or commits acts in violation of its approved constitution, or fails to act in accordance therewith, this Union, through its Executive Board, may withdraw its charter and/or sever its affiliation forthwith, or on such terms as it may impose not inconsistent with law, in addition to exercising any and all rights it may have pursuant to any applicable agreements or understandings. Section 3. This Union shall also have the power, acting through its Executive Board, and after a fair hearing, to impose a trusteeship upon any subordinate body or divisions chartered by an affiliated with it, for the reasons and to the extent provided by law. Article Ill Membership Section 1. There shall be two classes of membership, to wit, full book members and probationary members. Candidates for membership shall be admitted to membership in accordance with such rules as may be adopted from time to time by a majority vote of the membership and which rules shall not be inconsistent with the provlSlons of this Constitution. All candidates with two hundred and sixty (260) days or more seatime in a consecutive twenty-four (24) calendar month period commencing from January l, 1968, in an unlicensed capacity, aboard an American-flag merchant vessel or vessels, covered by contract with this Union, shaH be eligible for full membership. All persons with less than the foregoing seatime but at least thirty (30) days of such seatime, shall be eligible for probationary membership. Only full book members shall be entitled to vote and to hold any office or elective job, except as otherwise specified herein. All probationary members shall have a voice in Union proceedings and shall be entitled to vote on Union contracts. Section 2. No candidate shall be granted membership who is a member of any dual organization hostile to the aims, principles and policies of this Union. The members, by majority vote, shall at all times have the right to determine the membership status of pensioners. Section 3. Members more than one ( 1) quarter in arrears in dues shall be automatically suspended and shall forfeit all benefits and all other rights and privileges in the Union. They shall be automatically dismissed if they are more than two (2) quarters in arrears in dues. An arrearage in dues shall be computed from the first day of the applicable quarter, but this time shall not run: Continued on page 20 Seafarers LOB 19 �g r ; - Present Constitution - SIUNA - AGLIWD Continued from page 19 (a) While a member is actually participating in a strike or lockout. (b) While a member is an inpatient in an accredited hospital. (c) While a member is under an incapacity due to activity in behalf of the Union. (d) While a member is in the armed services of the United States, provided the member was in good standing at the time of entry into the armed forces, and further provided he applies for reinstatement within ninety (90) days after discharge from the armed forces. (e) While a member has no opportunity to pay dues because of employment aboard an Americanflag merchant vessel. The provision of this Sub-section (e) shall be inapplicable when such merchant vessel is operating upon the Great Lakes or upon the harbors, rivers or territorial waters of the United States. Section 4. A majority vote of the membership shall be sufficient to designate additional circumstances during which the time specified in Section 3 shall not run. It shall be the right of any member to present, in writing, to any Port at any regular meeting any question with regard to the application of Section 3, in accordance with procedures established by a majority vote of the membership. A majority vote of the membership shall be necessary to decide such questions. Section 5. The membership shall be empowered to establish, from time to time, by majority vote, rules under which dues and assessments may be excused where a member has been unable to pay dues and assessments for the reasons provided in Sections 3 and 4. Section 6. To preserve unity, and to promote the common welfare of the membership, all members of the Union shall uphold and defend this Constitution and shall be governed by the provisions of this Constitution and all policies, rulings, orders and decisions duly made. Section 7. Any member who gives aid to the principles and policies of any hostile or dual organization shall be denied further membership in this Union to the full extent permitted by law. A majority vote of the membership shall decide which organizations are dual or hostile. Section 8. Evidence of membership or other affiliation with the Union shall be in such form or forms as determined by the Executive Board and shall at all times remain the property of the Union. Members may be required to show their evidence of membership in order to be admitted to Union meetings, or into, or on Union property. Article IV Reinstatement Members dismissed from the Union may be reinstated in accordance with such rules and under such conditions as are adopted, from time to time, by a majority vote of the membership. Article V Dues and lnftiation Fee Section 1. All members' dues shall consist of: (a) Dues annually in the sum of three hundred dollars ($300.00) which shall be paid in equal amounts on a calendar year basis, no later than the first business day of each calendar quarter, and; (b) A sum equal to five percent (5%) of the gross amount received for vacation benefits for days worked for contracted employers. Dues payable under this Sub-section (b) shall be payable on the days that the member receives payment for the earned vacation benefits and shall become effective as to members in the manner designated and deter- 20 Seafarers LOG mined by a majority vote of the membership by secret ballot. When so determined by the membership, members in the employ of the Union, its subdivisions and its affiliated organizations, or in any employment at the Union's direction as provided for in Article XII, Section 1 (a) and (c), shall pay in addition to that provided for in paragraph (a) immediately above the sum of seventy-five dollars ($75.00) quarterly on a calendar year basis, no later than the first business day of each quarter while so employed. Section 2. No candidate for full book membership shall be admitted into such membership without having paid an initiation fee of six hundred dollars ($600.00), except as otherwise provided in this Constitution. In addition, the candidate shall pay a ten dollar ($10.00) "service fee" for the issuance of his full book. Each candidate for probationary membership and each probationary member shall, with the payment of each of his first quarterly dues, as required by Section 1, pay at each such time the sum of one hundred and fifty dollars ($150.00) as partial initiation fee. The total of such initiation monies so paid shall be credited to his above required initiation fee for a full book member upon completion of the required seatime as provided for in Article III, Section 1. Section 3. Payment of dues and initiation fee may be waived for organizational purposes in accordance with such rules as are adopted by a majority vote of the Executive Board. Section 4. All members shall be and remain in good standing. Article VI Reti ment from Membersh p Section 1. Members may retire from membership by surrendering their Union books or other evidence of affiliation and paying all unpaid dues for the quarter in which they retire, assessments, fines and other monies due and owing the Union. When the member surrenders his book or other evidence of affiliation in connection with his application for retirement he shall be given a receipt therefore. An official retirement card shall be issued by Headquarters, upon request, dated as of the day that such member accomplishes these payments and shall be given to the member upon presenting the aforesaid receipt. Section 2. All the rights, privileges, duties and obligations of membership shall be suspended during the period of retirement, except that a retired member shall not be disloyal to the Union nor join or remain in any dual or hostile organization, upon penalty or forfeiture of his right to reinstatement. Section 3. Any person in retirement for a period of two (2) quarters or more shall be restored to membership, except as herein indicated, by paying dues for the current quarter, as well as all assessment accruing and newly levied during the period of retirement. If the period of retirement is less than two (2) quarters, the required payment shall consist of all dues accruing during the said period of retirement, including those levied during that period. Upon such payment, the person in retirement shall be restored to membership, and his membership book, appropriately stamped, shall be returned to him. Section 4. A member in retirement may be restored to membership after a one (1) year period of retirement consisting of four (4) full quarters only by a majority vote of the membership. Section 5. The period of retirement shall be computed from the first day of the quarter following the one in which the retirement card was issued. Section 6. No member may retire his membership during the period of a strike or lockout. Article VII Systems of Organization Section 1. This Union and all officers, Assistant Vice-Presidents, Headquarters Representatives, Port Agents, and members shall be governed in this order by: (a) The Constitution (b) The Executive Board (c) Majority vote of the membership Section 2. The Headquarters of the Union shall be located in Camp Springs, Maryland and Piney Point, Maryland or at such places as the Executive Board may determine from time to time. The Headquarters officers shall consist of a President, an Executive Vice-President, one (1) Vice-President in Charge of Contracts and Contract Enforcement, a Secretary-Treasurer, one (1) VicePresident in Charge of the Atlantic Coast, one (1) Vice-President in Charge of the Gulf Coast, one (1) Vice-President in Charge of the West Coast, one (1) Vice-President in Charge of the Southern Region, Great Lakes and Inland Waters and one (1) Vice-President in Charge of Government Services and Fishing Industries. Section 3. The staff of each Port shall consist of such personnel as is provided for herein and the Port shall bear the name of the city in which the Union's Port Offices are located. Article VIII Officers, Assistant VicePresidents, Headquarters Representatives and Port Agents Section 1. The officers of the Union shall be elected as otherwise provided in this Constitution. These officers shall be the President, an Executive Vice-President, one (1) Vice-President in Charge of Contracts and Contract Enforcement, a Secretary-Treasurer, one (1) VicePresident in Charge of the Atlantic Coast, one (1) Vice-President in Charge of the Gulf Coast, one ( 1) Vice-President in Charge of the West Coast, one (1) Vice-President in Charge of the Southern Region, Great Lakes and Inland Waters, and one (1) Vice-President in Charge of Government Services and Fishing Industries. Section 2. Assistant Vice-Presidents, Headquarters Representatives and Port Agents shall be elected, except as otherwise provided in this Constitution. Article IX Other Electlve Jobs Section 1. In addition to the elective jobs provided for in Article VIII, the following jobs in the Union shall be voted upon in the manner prescribed by this Constitution: Committee members of: ( 1) Trial Committees (2) Annual Financial Committees (3) Appeals Committees (4) Strike Committees (5) Credentials Committees (6) Union Tallying Committees (7) Constitutional Committees Section 2. Additional committees may be formed as provided by a majority vote of the membership. Committees may also be appointed as permitted by this Constitution. Artlcle I Duties of Officers, Assistant Vice-Presidents, H dq rters Representatives, Port Agents, Other Elected Jobholders and Miscellaneous Personnel Section 1. (a) The President shall be the executive officer of the Union and shall represent, and act for and in behalf of the Union in all matters except as otherwise specifically provided for in the Constitution. (b) He shall be a member ex-officio of all committees, except as otherwise herein expressly provided. (c) The President shall be in charge of, and responsible for, all Union property, and shall be in charge of Headquarters and Port offices. Wherever there are time restrictions or other considerations affecting Union action, the President shall take appropriate action to insure observance thereof. (d) In order that he may properly execute his responsibilities, he is hereby instructed and authorized to employ any help he deems necessary, be it legal, accounting or otherwise. (e) Subject to approval by a majority vote of the membership and the Executive Board, the President shall designate the number and location of all Ports, the jurisdiction, status and activities thereof, and may reduce and/or relocate such Ports, and may reassign Vice-Presidents, Assistant Vice-Presidents and the Secretary-Treasurer without reduction in wages. He may also reassign Headquarters Representatives and Port Agents to other duties without reduction in wages. Where Ports are opened between elections, the President shall designate the Union personnel thereof The President may designate, in the event of the incapacity of any Headquarters Representative or Port Agent, or any officer other than the President, a replacement to act as such during the period of incapacity, provided such replacement is qualified under Article XII of the Constitution to fill such job. At the regular meeting in May of every election year, the President shall submit to the membership a preballoting report. In his report he shall recommend the number and location of Ports and the number of Headquarters Representatives and Port Agents who are to be elected. He shall also recommend a bank, a bonded warehouse, a regular office thereof, or any similar depository, to which the ballots are to be mailed, except that the President may, in his discretion, postpone the recommendations as to the depository until no later than the first regular meeting in October. The report shall be subject to approval or modification by a majority vote of the membership. (t) The President shall be chairman of the Executive Board and may cast one ( 1) vote in that body. (g) He shall be responsible, within the limits of his powers, for the enforcement of this Constitution, the policies of the Union, and all rules and rulings adopted by the Executive Board, and those duly adopted by a majority vote of the membership. Within these limits, he shall strive to enhance the strength, position, and prestige of the Union. (h) The foregoing duties shall be in addition to those other duties lawfully imposed upon him. (i) The responsibility of the President may not be delegated, but the President may delegate to a person or persons the execution of such of his duties as he may in his discretion decide, subject to the limitations set forth in this Constitution. (j) Any vacancy in any office or the job of Assistant Vice-President, Headquarters Representative or Port Agent shall be filled by the President by temporary appointment of a member qualified for the office or job under Article XII of this Constitution except in those cases where the filling of such vacancy is otherwise provided for by this Constitution (k) The President is directed to take any and all measures and employ such means which he deems necessary or advisable to protect the interests and further the welfare of the Union and its members in all matters involving national, state or local legislation issues and public affairs. (1) The President shall have the authority to require any officer or Union representative to attend any regular or special meeting if, in his opinion, it is deemed necessary. Section 2. Executive VicePresident. The Executive Vice-President shall perform any and all duties assigned him or delegated to him by the President. The Executive VicePresident shall be a member of the Executive Board and may cast one ( 1) vote in that body. Section 3. Vice-President in Charge of Contracts and Contract Enforcement. The Vice-President in Charge of Contracts and Contract Enforcement shall perform any and all duties assigned him or delegated to him by the President. In addition, he shall be responsible for all contract negotiations, the formulation of bargaining demands, and the submission of proposed collective bargaining agreements to the membership for ratification. He shall also be responsible, except as otherwise provided in Article X, Section 15(d) ( 1), for strike authorization, signing of new contracts and contract enforcement. He shall also act for Headquarters in executing the administrative fi.mctions assigned to Headquarters by this Constitution with respect to trials and appeals except if he is a witness or party thereto, in which event the Secretary-Treasurer shall act in his place. In order that he may properly execute these responsibilities he is hereby instructed and authorized to employ such help as he deems necessary, be it legal, or otherwise, subject to approval of the Executive Board. The Vice-President in Charge of Contracts and Contract Enforcement shall be a member of the Executive Board and may cast one ( l) vote in that body. Section 4. Secretary-Treasurer. The Secretary-Treasurer shall perform any and all duties assigned him or delegated to him by the President. He shall be responsible for the organization and maintenance of the correspondence, files, and records of the Union; setting up, and maintenance of, sound accounting and bookkeeping systems; the setting up, and maintenance of, proper office and other administrative Union procedures; the proper collection, safeguarding, and expenditure of all Union funds, Port or otherwise. He shall submit to the membership, for each annual period, a detailed report of the entire Union's financial operations and shall submit the Annual Financial Committee report for the same period. The Secretary-Treasurer's report shall be prepared by an independent certified public accountant. He shall also work with all duly elected finance committees. The Secretary-Treasurer shall be responsible for the timely filing of any and all reports on the operations of the Union, financial or otherwise, that may be required by any Federal or state laws. The SecretaryTreasurer with the approval of the President shall employ a person who by profession and/or employment shall qualify to perform the functions and duties of a Comptroller. Such person shall be responsible for the maintenance, safeguard and verification of the Union's financial affairs and records under the supervision and direction of the SecretaryTreasurer. The responsibility for such functions shall be that of the Secretary-Treasurer notwithstanding the delegation to such Comptroller. In order that he may properly execute his responsibilities, he is hereby instructed and authorized to employ any help he deems necessary, be it legal, accounting, or otherwise, subject to approval of the Executive Board. The Secretary-Treasurer shall be a Continued on page 21 October 2000 �Present Constitution - SIUNA - AGLIWD Continued from page 20 member of the Executive Board and may cast one (1) vote in that body. The Secretary-Treasurer shall be a member ex-officio of the Credentials and Union Tallying Committees. In addition, he shall make himself and the records of his office available to the Annual Financial Committee. Section S. Vice-President in Charge of the Atlantic Coast. The Vice-President in Charge of the Atlantic Coast shall be a member of the Executive Board and shall be entitled to cast one (1) vote in that body. He shall supervise and be responsible for the activities of all the Ports and the personnel thereof on the Atlantic Coast including their organizing activities. The Atlantic Coast area is deemed to mean that area from and including Georgia through Maine and shall also include the Islands in the Caribbean. In order that he may properly execute his responsibilities he is empowered and authorized to retain any technical or professional assistance he deems necessary, subject to approval of the Executive Board. Section 6. Vice-President in Charge of the Gulf Coast. The Vice-President in Charge of the Gulf Coast shall be a member of the Executive Board and sha11 be entitled to cast one (1) vote in that body. He shall supervise and be responsible for the activities of all the Ports and the personnel thereof on the Gulf Coast including their organizing activities. The Gulf Coast area is deemed to mean the State of Florida, all through the Gulf, including Texas. In order that he may properly execute his responsibilities he is empowered and authorized to retain any technical or professional assistance he deems necessary, subject to approval of the Executive Board. Section 7. Vice-President in Charge of the West Coast. The Vice-President in Charge of the West Coast shall be a member of the Executive Board and shall be entitled to cast one (1) vote in that body. He shall supervise and be responsible for the activities of all the Ports and the personnel thereof on the West Coast including their organizing activities. The West Coast area is deemed to mean the States of California, Oregon, Washington, Alaska, and Hawaii. In order that he may properly execute his responsibilities, he is empowered and authorized to retain any technical or professional assistance he deems necessary, subject to the approval of the Executive Board. Section 8. Vice-President in Charge of the Southern Region, Great Lakes and Inland Waters. The Vice-President in Charge of the Southern Region, Great Lakes and Inland Waters shall be a member of the Executive Board and shall be entitled to cast one (1) vote in that body. He shall supervise and be responsible for the activities of all the Ports and the personnel thereof in the Southern Region, Great Lakes and Inland Waters including their organizing activities. In order that he may properly execute his responsibilities, he is empowered and authorized to retain any technical or professional assistance he deems necessary, subject to approval of the Executive Board. Section 9. Vice-President in Charge of Government Services and Fishing Industries. The Vice-President in Charge of Government Services and Fishing Industries shall be a member of the Executive Board and shall be entitled to cast one (1} vote in that body. He shall supervise and be responsible for the activities of the Union in the representation of individuals Ot:lobel' 2IJIJIJ employed in fishing industries and civilian seamen employed by the federal government including but not limited to the negotiation of the collective bargaining agreements, processing grievances and the administration of collective bargaining agreements and shall direct the activities of the Union personnel assigned to him by the President and carry out such other functions as the President may assign to him from time to time. Section 10. Assistant VicePresidents. There shall be six (6) Assistant Vice-Presidents as follows: Assistant Vice-President in Charge of Contracts and Contract Enforcement; Assistant Vice-President in Charge of the Atlantic Coast; Assistant Vice President in Charge of the Gulf Coast; Assistant Vice-President in Charge of the West Coast; Assistant Vice-President in Charge of the Southern Region, Great Lakes and Inland Waters; and Assistant VicePresident in Charge of Government Services and Fishing Industries. Each Assistant Vice-President shall work with and under the direction of the appropriate Vice-President. He shall assist, as directed, in all activities of the appropriate Vice-President and shall be responsible to such VicePresident. Section 11. Headquarters Representatives. The Headquarters Representatives shall perform any and all duties assigned them or delegated to them by the President or the Executive Board. Section 12. Port Agents. (a) The Port Agent shall be in direct charge of the administration of Union affairs in the Port of his jurisdiction subject to the direction of the Area Vice-President. (b) He shall, within the jurisdiction of his Port, be responsible for the enforcement and execution of the Constitution, the policies of the Union, and the rules adopted by the Executive Board, and by a majority vote of the membership. Wherever there are time restrictions or other considerations affecting Port action, the Port Agent shall take appropriate action to insure observance thereof. (c) He shall be prepare to account, financially or otherwise for the activities of his Port, whenever demanded by the President, the VicePresident of the area in which his Port is located, or by the SecretaryTreasurer. ( d) In any event, he shall prepare and forward to the SecretaryTreasurer a weekly financial report showing, in detail, weekly income and expenses and complying with all other accounting directions issued by the Secretary-Treasurer. ( e) The Port Agent shall designate which members at the Port may serve as representatives to other organizations, affiliation with which has been properly authorized. Section 13. Executive Board. The Executive Board shall consist of the President, the Executive VicePresident, the Vice- President in Charge of Contracts and Contract Enforcement, the SecretaryTreasurer, the Vice- President in Charge of the Atlantic Coast Area, the Vice-President in Charge of the Gulf Coast Area, the Vice-President in Charge of the West Coast Area, the Vice-President in Charge of the Southern Region, Great Lakes and Inland Waters, the Vice-President in Charge of Government Services and Fishing Industries, and the National Director (or chief executive officer) of each subordinate body or division created or chartered by the Union whenever such subordinate body or division has attained a membership of 3,200 members and has maintained that membership for not less than three (3) months. Such National Director (or chief executive officer) shall be a member of the respective subordinate body or division and must be qualified to hold office under the terms of the Constitution of such division or subordinate body. The Executive Board shall meet no less than twice each year and at such times as the President and/or a majority of the Executive Board may direct. The President shall be chairman of all Executive Board meetings unless absent, in which case the Executive Board shall designate the chairman. Each member of the Executive Board shall be entitled to cast one (1) vote in that body. Its decision shall be determined by majority vote of those voting, providing a quorum of three (3) is present. It shall be the duty of the Executive Board to develop policies, strategies and rules which will advance and protect the interests and welfare of the Union and the members. It shall be the duty of the SecretaryTreasurer or in his absence, an appointee of the Executive Board, to keep accurate minutes of all Executive Board meetings. The Executive Board shall determine per capita tax to be levied and other terms and conditions of affiliation for any group of workers desiring affiliation. The Executive Board may direct the administration of all Union affairs, properties, policies and personnel in any and all areas not otherwise specifically provided for in this Constitution. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the Executive Board may act without holding a formal meeting provided all members are sent notice of the proposed action or actions and the decision thereon is reduced to writing and signed by a majority of the Executive Board. In the event that death, resignation or removal from office for any reason should occur to the President, the Executive Board by majority vote shall name a successor from its own membership who shall fill that vacancy until the next general election. In the event the President is incapacitated for a period of more than thirty (30) days, and the Executive Board by majority vote thereafter determines that such incapacity prevent the President from carrying out his duties, the Executive Board by majority vote may appoint from among its own membership the officer to fill the office of President. This appointment shall terminate upon the President's recovery from such incapacity or upon the expiration of the President's term of office, whichever occurs first. The Executive Board by majority vote may grant requests for leaves of absence with or without pay to officers. In the event that a leave is granted to the President, the Executive Board by a majority vote shall designate from among its own membership who shall exercise the duties of the President during such period of leave. Notwithstanding the provision of Section lG) of this Article X, the Executive Board, by majority vote, may determine not to fill any vacancy in any office or job for any part of an unexpired term. Section 14. Delegates. (a) The term "delegates" shall mean those members of the Union and its subordinate bodies or divisions who are elected in accordance with the prov1s1ons of this Constitution to attend the Convention of the Seafarers International Union of North America. The following officers and jobholders, upon their election to office or job shall, during the term of their office or job be delegates to all Conventions of the Seafarers International Union of North America in the following order of priority: President, Executive Vice-President; Vice-President in Charge of Contracts and Contract Enforcement; Secretary-Treasurer; Vice-President in Charge of the Atlantic Coast; Vice-President in Charge of the Gulf Coast; VicePresident in Charge of the West Coast; Vice President in Charge of the Southern Region, Great Lakes and Inland Waters; Vice-President in Charge of Government Services and Fishing Industries; Assistant VicePresidents; Headquarters Representatives, with priority to those most senior in full book Union membership; and Port Agents, with priority to those most senior in full book Union membership. (b) Each delegate shall, by his vote and otherwise, support those polices agreed upon by the majority of the delegates to the Convention. (c) The President shall assign to each subordinate body or division that number of delegates to which this Union would have been entitled, if its membership had been increased by the number of members of the subordinate body or division, in accordance with the formula set forth in the Constitution of the Seafarers International Union of North America, except that this provision shall not be applied so as to reduce the number of delegates to which this Union would otherwise had been entitled. Section 15. Committees. (a) Trial Committee. The Trial Committee shall conduct the trials of a person charged and shall submit findings and recommendations as prescribed in this Constitution. It shall be the special obligation of the Trial Committee to observe all the requirements of this Constitution with regard to charges and trials and their findings and recommendations must specifically state whether or not, in the opinion of the Trial Committee, the rights of any accused, under this Constitution, were properly safeguarded. (b) Appeals Committee. 1. The Appeals Committee shall hear all appeals from trial judgments, in accordance with such procedures as are set forth in this Constitution and such rules as may be adopted by a majority vote of the membership not inconsistent therewith. 2. The Appeals Committee shall, within not later than one (1) week after the close of the said hearing, make and submit findings and recommendations in accordance with the provisions of this Constitution and such rules as may be adopted by a majority vote of the membership not inconsistent therewith. (c) Annual Financial Committee. 1. The Annual Financial Committee shall make an examination for each annual period of the finances of the Union and shall report fully on their findings and recommendations. Members of this Committee may make dissenting reports, separate recommendations and separate findings. 2. The findings and recommendations of this Committee shall be completed within a reasonable time and after the election of the members thereof, and shall be submitted to the Secretary-Treasurer who shall cause the same to be read in all Ports, as set forth herein. 3 All officers, Union personnel and members are responsible for complying with all demands made for records, bills, vouchers, receipts, etc., by the said Annual Financial Committee. The Committee shall also have available to it the services of the independent certified public accountants retained by the Union. 4. Any action on the said report shall be as determined by a majority vote of the membership. 5. The Annual Financial Committee shall consist of seven (7) full book members in good standing to be elected at Headquarters. No Officer, Headquarters Representative or Port Agent shall be eligible for election to this Committee. Committee members shall be elected at the regular Headquarters' meeting designated by the Secretary-Treasurer. In the event such regular meeting cannot be held for lack of a quorum, Headquarters' Port Agent shall call a special meeting as early as possible for the election of Committee members to serve on the Annual Financial Committee. On the day following these elections and continuing until the Committee has completed its report, each Committee member shall be paid for hours worked at the existing AB Seaman standby rate of pay, but in no event shall they be paid less than eight (8) hours per day. They shall be furnished room and board during the period they are performing their duties. In the event a Committee member ceases to act, no replacement need to be elected unless there are less than three (3) Committee members, in which event they shall suspend their work until a special election for Committee members shall be held as provided above for such number of Committee members as shall be necessary to constitute a Committee of not less than three (3) members in good standing. (d) Strike Committee. 1 In no event shall a general strike take place unless approved by a majority vote of the membership or segment of the Union, whichever applies. 2 In the event a general strike has been approved by the membership the Port Agents in all affected Ports shall call a timely special meeting for the purpose of electing a Strike Committee. This Committee shall be composed of three (3) full book members and their duties shall consist of assisting the Port Agent to effectuate all strike policies and strategies. Article XI wages and Term of Office of Officers and Other Elective Jobholders, Union Employees, and Others Section 1. The following elected officers and jobs shall be held for a term of four ( 4) years; except the term of officers and jobs elected in balloting conducted in 197 5 shall be for five (5) years: President Executive Vice-President Secretary-Treasurer Vice-Presidents Assistant Vice-Presidents Headquarters Representatives Port Agents The term of years set forth here is expressly subject to the provisions for assumption of office as contained in Article XIII, Section 6(b) of this Constitution. Section 2. The term of any elective jobs other than those indicated in Section 1 of this Article shall continue for so long as is necessary to complete the functions thereof, unless sooner terminated by a majority vote of the membership or segment of the Union, whichever applies, whose vote was originally necessary to elect the one or ones serving. Section 3. The compensation to be paid the holder of any office or other elective job shall be determined from time to time by the Executive Board subject to approval of the membership. Section 4. The foregoing provisions of this Article do not apply to any corporation, business, or other venture in which this Union participates, or which it organizes or creates. In such situations, instructions conveyed by the Executive Board shall be followed. Article XII Qualifications for Officers, Assistant Vice-Presidents, Headquarters Representatives, Port Agents, and Other Elective Jobs Section 1. Any member of the Union is eligible to be a candidate Continued on page 22 Seafarers LOB 21 �Present Constitution - SIUNA - AGLIWD Continued from page 21 for, and hold, any office or the job of Assistant Vice-President, Headquarters Representative, or Port Agent provided: (a) He has at least three (3) years of seatime in an unlicensed capacity aboard an American-flag merchant vessel or vessels. In computing time, time spent in the employ of the Union, its subsidiaries and its affiliates, or in any employment at the Union's direction, shall count the same as seatime. Union records, Welfare Plan records and/or company records can be used to determine eligibility; and (b) He has been a full book member in continuous good standing in the Union for at least three (3) years immediately prior to his nomination; and (c) He has at least one hundred (100) days of seatime, in an unlicensed capacity, aboard an American-flag vessel or vessels covered by contract with this Union or one hundred (100) days of employment with, or in any office or job of, the Union, its subsidiaries and its affiliates, or in any employment at the Union's direction or a combination of these, between January 1 and the time of nomination in the election year, except if such seatime is wholly aboard such merchant vessels operating solely upon the Great Lakes or, if such seatime is wholly aboard tugboats, towboats or dredges and contractual employment thereon is for fixed days with equal amount of days off, he shall have at least sixty five (65) days of such seatime instead of the foregoing one hundred ( 100) days; and (d) He is a citizen of the United States of America; and (e) He is not disqualified by law. He is not receiving a pension from this Union's Pension Fund, if any, or from a Union-Management Fund to which Fund this Union is a party or from a company under contract with this Union. (f) He has not sailed in a licensed capacity aboard an American flag merchant vessel or vessels within twenty four (24) consecutive months immediately prior to the opening of nominations. Section 2. All candidates for, and holders of, other elective jobs not specified in the preceding sections shall be full book members of the Union. Section 3. All candidates for, and holders of elective offices and jobs, whether elected or appointed in accordance with this Constitution, shall maintain full book memberships in good standing. Article XIII Elections for Offlcel'S, Assistant Vice-Presidents, Headquarters Representatives, and Port Agents Section 1. Nominations. Except as provided in Section 2(b) of this Article, any full book member may submit his name for nomination for any office, or the job of Assistant Vice-President, Headquarters Representative, or Port Agent, by delivering or causing to be delivered in person, to the office of the Secretary-Treasurer at Headquarters, or sending a letter addressed to the Credentials Committee, in care of the Secretary-Treasurer at the address of Headquarters. This letter shall be dated and shall contain the following: (a) The name of the candidate. (b) His home address and mailing address. (c) His book number. (d) The title of the office or other job for which he is a candidate, including the name of the Port in the event the position sought is 22 Seafarers LOG that of Port Agent. (e) Proof of citizenship. (f) Proof of seatime and/or employment as required for candidates. (g) In the event the member is on a vessel, he shall notify the Credentials Committee what vessel he is on. This shall be done also if he ships subsequent to forwarding his credentials. (h) Annexing a certificate in the following form, signed and dated by the proposed nominee: "I hereby certify that I am not now, nor, for the five (5) years last past, have I been either a member of the Communist Party or convicted of, or served any part of a prison term resulting from conviction of robbery, bribery, extortion, embezzlement, grand larceny, burglary, arson, violation of narcotics laws, murder, rape, assault with intent to kill, assault which inflicts grievous bodily injury, or violation of Title II or III of the Landrum Griffin Act, or conspiracy to commit any such crimes." Dated ............................................... . Signature of Member. ...................... . Book No .......................................... . Printed forms of the certificate shall be made available to nominees. Where a nominee cannot truthfully execute such a certificate, but is, in fact, legally eligible for an office or job by reason of the restoration of civil rights originally revoked by such conviction or a favorable determination by the Board of Parole of the United States Department of Justice, he shall, in lieu of the foregoing certificate, furnish a complete signed statement of the facts of his case together with true copies of the documents supporting his statement. Any full book member may nominate any other full book member in which event such full book member so nominated shall comply with the provisions of this Article as they are set forth herein relating to the submission of credentials. By reason of the above self nomination provision the responsibility, if any, for notifying a nominee of his nomination to office shall be that of the nominator. All documents required herein must reach Headquarters no earlier than July 15 and no later than August 15 of the election year. The Secretary-Treasurer is charged with safekeeping of these letters and shall turn them over to the Credentials Committee upon the latter's request. Section 2. Credentials Committee (a) A Credentials Committee shall be elected at the regular meeting in August of the election year at the Port where Headquarters is located. It shall consist of six (6) full book members in attendance at the meeting with two (2) members to be elected from each of the Deck, Engine and Steward Departments. No officer, Assistant Vice-President, Headquarters Representative, or Port Agent, or candidate for office of the job of Assistant Vice-President, Headquarters Representative, or Port Agent, shall be eligible for election to this Committee except as provided for in Article X, Section 4. In the event any Committee member is unable to serve, the Committee shall suspend until the President or Executive Vice-President or the Secretary-Treasurer, in that order, calls a special meeting at the Port where Headquarters is located in order to elect a replacement. The Committee's results shall be by majority vote with any tie vote being resolved by a majority of the membership at a special meeting called for that purpose at that Port. (b) After its election, the Committee shall immediately go into session. It shall determine whether the person has submitted his application correctly and possesses the nee- essary qualifications. The Committee shall prepare a report listing each applicant and his book number under the office or job he is seeking. Each applicant shall be marked "qualified" or "disqualified" according to the findings of the Committee. Where an applicant has been marked "disqualified," the reason therefore must be stated in the report. Where a tie vote has been resolved by a special meeting of the membership, that fact shall also be noted with sufficient detail. The report shall be signed by all of the Committee members and be completed and submitted to the Ports in time for the next regular meeting after their election. At this meeting, it shall be read and incorporated in the minutes and then posted on the bulletin board in each Port. On the last day of nominations, one (1) member of the Committee shall stand by in Headquarters to accept delivery of credentials. All credentials must be in Headquarters by midnight of closing day. (c) When an applicant has been disqualified by the Committee, he shall be notified immediately by telegram at the address listed by him pursuant to Section I of this Article. He shall also be sent a letter containing their reasons for such disqualification by airmail, special delivery, registered or certified, to the mailing address designated pursuant to Section 1(b) of this Article. A disqualified applicant shall have the right to take an appeal to the membership from the decision of the Committee. He shall forward copies of such appeal to each Port where the appeal shall be presented and voted upon at a regular meeting no later than the second meeting after the Committee's election. It is the responsibility of the applicant to insure timely delivery of his appeal. In any event, without prejudice to his written appeal, the applicant may appear in person before the Committee within two (2) days after the day on which the telegram is sent to correct his application or argue for his qualification. The Committee's report shall be prepared early enough to allow the applicant to appear before it within the time set forth in this Constitution and still reach the Ports in time for the first regular meeting after its election. (d) A majority vote of the membership shall, in the case of such appeals, be sufficient to overrule any disqualification by the Credentials Committee in which event the one so previously classified shall then be deemed qualified. (e) The Credentials Committee, in passing upon the qualifications of candidates, shall have the right to conclusively presume that anyone nominated and qualified in previous elections for candidacy for any office, or the job of Assistant VicePresident, Headquarters Representative or Port Agent has met all the requirements of Section l(a) of Article XII. Section 3. Balloting Procedures. (a) Balloting in the manner hereafter provided shall commence on November 1st of the election year and shall continue through December 31st, exclusive of Sundays and (for each individual Port) holidays legally recognized in the City of which the Port affected is located. If November 1st and December 31st falls on a holiday legally recognized in a Port in the City in which that Port is located, the balloting period in such Port shall commence or terminate, as the case may be, on the next succeeding business day. Subject to the foregoing, for the purpose of full book members securing their ballots, the Ports shall be open from 9:00 AM. to 12 Noon, Monday through Saturday, excluding holidays. (b) Balloting shall be by mail. The Secretary-Treasurer shall insure the proper and timely preparation of ballots without partiality as to candidates or Ports. The ballots may contain general information and instructive comments not inconsistent with the provisions of this Constitution. All qualified candidates shall be listed thereon alphabetically within each category with book number and job seniority classification status. The listing of the Ports shall first set forth Headquarters and then shall follow a geographical pattern commencing with the most northerly Port of the Atlantic Coast, following the Atlantic Coast down to the most southerly Port on that coast, then westerly along the Gulf of Mexico and so on, until the list of Ports is exhausted. Any Port outside the Continental United States shall then be added. There shall be no write-in voting and no provisions for the same shall appear on the ballot. Each ballot shall be so prepared as to have the number thereon place at the top thereof and shall be so perforated as to enable that portion containing the said number to be easily removed to insure secrecy of the ballot. On this removable portion shall also be placed a short statement indicating the nature of the ballot and the voting date thereof. (c) The ballots so prepared at the direction of the Secretary-Treasurer shall be the only official ballots. No others may be used. Each ballot shall be numbered as indicated in the preceding paragraphs and shall be numbered consecutively, commencing with number 1. A sufficient amount shall be printed and distributed to each Port. A record of the ballots, both by serial numbers and amount, sent thereto, shall be maintained by the Secretary-Treasurer who shall also send each Port Agent a verification list indicating the amount and serial numbers of the ballots sent. The Secretary-Treasurer shall also send to each Port Agent a sufficient amount of blank opaque envelopes containing the word, "Ballot" on the face of the envelope, as well as a sufficient amount of opaque mailing envelopes, first. class postage prepaid and printed on the face thereon as the addressee shall be the name and address of the depository for the receipt of such ballots as designated by the President in the manner provided by Article X, Section I, of this Constitution. In the upper left-hand comer of such mailing envelope, there shall be printed thereon, as a top line, provision for the voter's signature and on another line immediately thereunder, provision for the printing of the voter's name and book number. In addition, the Secretary-Treasurer shall also send a sufficient amount of mailing envelopes identical with the mailing envelopes mentioned above, except that they shall be of different color, and shall contain on the face of such envelope, in bold letters, the word, "Challenge." The SecretaryTreasurer shall further furnish a sufficient amount of "Roster Sheets" which shall have printed thereon, at the top thereof, the year of the election, and immediately thereunder, five (5) vertical columns designated date, ballot number, signature full book member's name, book number and comments, and such roster sheets shall contain horizontal lines immediately under the captions of each of the above five (5) columns. The Secretary-Treasurer shall also send a sufficient amount of envelopes with the printed name and address of the depository on the face thereof, and in the upper left-hand corner, the name of the Port and address, and on the face of such envelope, should be printed the words, "Roster Sheets and Ballot Stubs". Each Port Agent shall maintain separate records of the ballots sent him and shall inspect and count the ballots when received to insure that the amount sent, as well as the number thereon, conform to the amount and numbers listed by the Secretary-Treasurer as having been sent to that Port. The Port Agent shall immediately execute and return to the Secretary-Treasurer a receipt acknowledging the correctness of the amount and the numbers of the ballots sent, or shall notify the Secretary-Treasurer of any discrepancy. Discrepancies shall be corrected as soon as possible prior to the voting period. In any event, receipts shall be forwarded for all the aforementioned election material actually received. The Secretary-Treasurer shall prepare a file in which shall be kept memoranda and correspondence dealing with the election. This file shall at all times be available to any member asking for inspection of the same at the office of the SecretaryTreasurer and shall be turned over to the Union Tallying Committee. (d) Balloting shall be secret. Only full book members in good standing may vote. Each full book member may secure his ballot at Port offices from the Port Agent or his duly designated representative at such Port. Each Port Agent shall designate an area at the Port office over which should be posted the legend "Voting Ballots Secured Here." When a full book member appears to vote he shall present his book to the Port Agent or his aforementioned duly designated representative. The Port Agent or his duly designated representative shall insert on the roster sheet under the appropriate column the date, the number of the ballot given to such member and his full book number, and the member shall then sign his name on such roster sheet under the appropriate column. Such member shall have his book stamped with the word, "Voted" and the date, and shall be given a ballot, and simultaneously the perforation on the top of the ballot shall be removed. At the same time the member shall be given the envelope marked "Ballot" together with the prepaid postage-mailing envelope addressed to the depository. The member shall take such ballot and envelopes and in secret thereafter, mark his ballot, fold the same, insert it in the blank envelope marked "Ballot", seal the same, then insert such "Ballot" envelope into the mailing envelope, seal such mailing envelope, sign his name on the upper lefthand corner on the first line of such mailing envelope and on the second line in the upper left-hand corner print his name and book number, after which he shall mail or cause the same to be mailed. In the event a full book member appears to vote and is not in good standing or does not have his membership book with him or it appears for other valid reasons he is not eligible to vote, the same procedure as provided above shall apply to him, except that on the roster sheet under the column "Comments", notation should be made that the member voted a challenged ballot and the reason for his challenge. Such member's membership book shall be stamped "Voted Challenge", and the date, and such member instead of the abovementioned mailing envelope, shall be given the mailing envelope of a different color marked on the face thereof with the word, "Challenge". At the end of each day, the Port Agent or his duly designated representative shall enclose in the envelope addressed to the depository and marked "Roster Sheets and Ballots Stubs", the roster sheet or sheets executed by the members that day together with the numbered perforated slips removed from the ballots which had been given to the members, and then mail the same to such depository. To insure that an adequate supply of all balloting material is maintained in all Ports at all times, the Port Agent or his duly designated representative, simultaneously with mailing of the roster sheets and ballot stubs to the depository at the end of each day, shall also make a Continued on page 23 October 2000 �Present Constitution - SIUNA - AGLIWD Continued from page 22 copy of the roster sheet for that day and mail the same to the SecretaryTreasurer at Headquarters. The Port Agent shall be responsible for the proper safeguarding of all election material and shall not release any of it until duly called for and shall insure that no one tampers with the material placed in his custody. (e) Full book members may request and vote an absentee ballot under the following circumstances: while such member is employed on a Union contracted vessel and which vessel's schedule does not provide for it to be at a Port in which a ballot can be secured during the time and period provided for in Section 3(a) of this Article or is in an accredited hospital any time during the first ten (10) days of the month of November of the election year. The member shall make a request for an absentee ballot by registered or certified mail or the equivalent mailing device at the location from which such request is made, if such be the case. Such request shall contain a designation as to the address to which such member wishes his absentee ballot returned. The request shall be postmarked no later than 12:00 P.M. on the 15th day of November of the election year, shall be directed to the SecretaryTreasurer at Headquarters and must be delivered no later than the 25th of such November. The SecretaryTreasurer shall determine whether such member is eligible to vote such absentee ballot. The SecretaryTreasurer, if he determines that such member is so eligible, shall by the 30th of such November, send by registered mail, return receipt requested, to the address so designated by such member, a "Ballot", after removing the perforated numbered stub, together with the hereinbefore mentioned "Ballot" envelope, and mailing envelope addressed to the depository, except that printed on the face of such mailing envelope shall be the words "Absentee Ballot" and appropriate voting instructions shall accompany such mailing to the member. If the Secretary-Treasurer determines that such member is ineligible to receive such absentee ballot, he shall nevertheless send such member the aforementioned ballot with accompanying material except that the mailing envelope addressed to the depository shall have printed on the face thereof the words "Challenged Absentee Ballot." The SecretaryTreasurer shall keep records of all of the foregoing, including the reasons for determining such member's ineligibility, which records shall be open for inspection by full book members and upon the convening of the Union Tallying Committee, presented to them. The Secretary-Treasurer shall send to all Ports the names and book numbers of the members to whom absentee ballots were sent. (f) All ballots to be counted must be received by the depository no later than the January 5th immediately subsequent to the election year and must be postmarked no later than 12 midnight December 31st of the election year. Section 4. (a) At the close of the last day of the period for securing ballots, the Port Agent in each Port, in addition to his duties set forth above, shall deliver or mail to Headquarters by registered or certified mail, attention Union Tallying Committee, all unused ballots and shall specifically set forth by serial number and amount the unused ballots so forwarded. (b) The Union Tallying Committee shall consist of twenty (20) full book members. Two (2) shall be elected from each of the ten (10) Ports of New York, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Mobile, New Orleans, Houston, Detroit-Algonac, San Francisco, St. Louis and Piney Point. The election shall be held at the reg- October 2000 ular meeting in December of the election year or, if the Executive Board otherwise determines prior thereto, at a special meeting held in the aforesaid Ports, on the first business day of the last week of said month. No offiVice-President, cer, Assistant Headquarters Representative, Port Agent, or candidate for office, or the job of Assistant Vice-President, Headquarters Representative, or Port Agent shall be eligible for election to this Committee except as provided for in Article X, Section 4. In addition to the duties herein set forth, the Union Tallying Committee shall be charged with the tallying of all the ballots and the preparation of a closing report setting forth, in complete detail, the results of the election, including a complete accounting of all ballots and stubs, and reconciliation of the same with the rosters and receipts of the Port Agents, all with detailed reference to serial numbers and amount and with each total broken down into Port totals. The Union Tallying Committee shall have access to all election records and files for their inspection, examination and verification. The report shall clearly detail all discrepancies discovered and shall contain recommendations for the treatment of these discrepancies. All members of the Committee shall sign the report, without prejudice, however, to the right of any member thereof to submit a dissenting report as to the accuracy of the count and the validity of the ballots, with pertinent details. In connection with the tally of ballots there shall be no counting of ballots until all mailing envelopes containing valid ballots have first been opened, the ballot envelopes removed intact and then all of such ballot envelopes mixed together, after which such ballot envelopes shall be opened and counted in such multiples as the Committee may deem expedient and manageable. The Committee shall resolve all issues on challenged ballots and then tally those found valid utilizing the same procedure as provided in the preceding sentence either jointly or separately. (c) The members of the Union Tallying Committee shall, after their election, proceed to the Port in which Headquarters is located, to arrive at that Port no later than January 5th of the year immediately after the election year. Each member of the Committee not elected from the Port in which Headquarters is located shall be reimbursed for transportation, meals, and lodging expenses occasioned by their traveling to and returning from that Port. Committee members elected from the Port in which Headquarters is located shall be similarly reimbursed, except for transportation. All members of the Committee shall also be paid at the prevailing standby rate of pay from the day subsequent to their election to the day they return, in normal course, to the Port from which they were elected. The Union TaJlying Committee shall elect a chairman from among themselves and, subject to the express terms of this Constitution, adopt its own procedures. All decisions of such Committee and the contents of their report shall be valid if made by a majority vote, provided there be a quorum in attendance, which quorum is hereby fixed at ten (10). The Committee, but not less than a quorum thereof, shall have the sole right and duty to obtain all mailed ballots and the other mailed election material from the depository and to insure their safe custody during the course of the Committee's proceedings. The proceedings of the Committee, except for their organizational meeting and their actual preparation of the closing report and dissent therefrom, if any, shall be open to any member provided he observes decorum. Any candidate may act as an observer and/or designate another member to act as his observer at the counting of the ballots. In no event shall issuance of the above referred to closing report of the Committee be delayed beyond January 31st immediately subsequent to the close of the election year. In the discharge of its duties, the Committee may call upon and utilize the services of clerical employees of the Union. The Committee shall be discharged upon the completion of the issuance and dispatch of its report as required in this Article. In the event a recheck and recount is ordered pursuant to this Article, the Committee shall be reconstituted, except that if any member thereof is not available, a substitute therefore shall be elected from the appropriate Port at a special meeting held for that purpose as soon as possible ( d) The report of the committee shall be made up in sufficient copies to comply with the following requirements: two (2) copies shall be mailed by the Committee to each Port Agent and the Secretary-Treasurer no later than January 31st immediately subsequent to the close of the election year. As soon a these copies are received, each Port Agent shall post one (1) copy of the report on the bulletin board in a conspicuous manner and notify the Secretary-Treasurer, in writing, as to the date of such posting. This copy shall be kept posted until after the Election Report Meeting which shall be the March regular membership meeting immediately following the close of the election year. At the Election Report Meeting, the other copy of the report shall be read verbatim. (e) Any full book member claiming a violation of the election and balloting procedure or the conduct of the same, shall within seventy two (72) hours of the occurrence of the claimed violation notify the Secretary-Treasurer at Headquarters, in writing by certified mail, of the same, setting forth his name, book number and the details so that appropriate corrective action, if warranted, may be taken. The SecretaryTreasurer shall expeditiously investigate the facts concerning the claimed violation, take such action as may be necessary, if any, and make a report and recommendation, if necessary, a copy of which shall be sent to the member and the original shall be filed for the Union Tallying Committee for their appropriate action, report and recommendation, if any. The foregoing shall not be applicable to matters involving the Credentials Committee's action or report, the provisions of Article XIII, Sections 1 and 2 being the pertinent provisions applicable to such matters. All protests as to any and all aspects of the election and balloting procedures or the conduct of the same not passed upon by the Union Tallying Committee in its report, excluding therefrom matters involving the Credentials Committee's action or report as provided in the last sentence of the immediately preceding paragraph, but including the procedure and report of the Union Tallying Committee, shall be filed in writing by certified mail with the Secretary-Treasurer at Headquarters to be received no later than the February 25th immediately subsequent to the close of the election year. It shall be the responsibility of the member to insure that his written protest is received by the SecretaryTreasurer no later than such February 25th. The Secretary-Treasurer shall forward copies of such written protest to all Ports in sufficient time to be read at the Election Report Meeting. The written protest shall contain the full book member's name, book number, and all details constituting the protest. (f) At the Election Report Meeting the report and recommendation of the Union Tallying Committee, including but not limited to discrepancies, protests passed upon by them, as well as protests filed with the Secretary-Treasurer as provided for in Section (e) immediately above shall be acted upon by the meeting. A majority vote of the membership shall decide what action, if any, in accordance with the Constitution shall be taken thereon, which action, however, shall not include the ordering of a special vote, unless reported discrepancies or protested procedure or conduct found to have occurred and to be violative of the Constitution affected the results of the vote for any office or job, in which event the special vote shall be restricted to such office, offices and/or job or jobs, as the case may be. A majority of the membership at the Election Report Meetings may order a recheck and recount when a dissent to the closing report has been issued by three (3) or more members of the Union Tallying Committee. Except for the contingencies provided for in this Section 4(f), the closing report shall be accepted as final. There shall be no further protest or appeal from the action of the majority of the membership at the Election Report Meetings. (g) Any special vote ordered pursuant to Section 4(f) shall be commenced within ninety (90) days after the first day of the month immediately subsequent to the Election Report Meetings mentioned above. The depository shall be the same as designated for the election from which the special vote is ordered. And the procedures shall be the same as provided for in Section 3, except where specific dates are provided for, the days shall be the dates applicable which provide for the identical time and days originally provided for in Section 3. The Election Report Meeting for the aforesaid special vote shall be that meeting immediately subsequent to the report of the Union Tallying Committee separated by one (1) calendar month. Section S. Elected Officers and Jobholders. A candidate unopposed for any office or job shall be deemed elected to such office or job notwithstanding that his name may appear on the ballot. The Union Tallying Committee shall not be required to tally completely the results of the voting for such unopposed candidate but shall certify in their report that such unopposed candidate has been elected to such office or job. The Election Report Meeting shall accept the above certification of the Union Tallying Committee without change. Section 6. Installation into Office and the Job of Assistant VicePresident, Headquarters Representative or Port Agent. (a) The person elected shall be that person having the largest number of votes cast for the particular office or job involved. Where more than one ( 1) person is to be elected for a particular office or job, the proper number of candidates receiving the successively highest number of votes shall be declared elected. These determinations shall be made only from the results deemed final and accepted as provided in this Article. It shall be the duty of the President to notify each individual elected. (b) The duly elected officers and other job holders shall take over their respective offices and jobs and assume the duties thereof at midnight of the night of the Election Report Meeting, or the next regular meeting, depending upon which meeting the results as to each of the foregoing are deemed final and accepted, as provided in this Article. The term of their predecessors shall continue up to, and expire at that time, not withstanding anything to the contrary contained in Article XI, Section 1. This shall not apply where the successful candidate cannot assume his office because he is at sea. In such event, a majority vote of the membership may grant additional time for the assumption of the office or job. In the event of the failure of the newly-elected President to assume office the provisions of Article X, Section 12 shall apply until the expiration of the term. All other cases of failure to assume office shall be dealt with as decided by a majority vote of the membership. Section 7. The Secretary-Treasurer is specifically charged with the preservation and retention of all election records, including the ballots, as required by law, and is directed and authorized to issue such other and further directives as to the election procedures as are required by law, which directives shall be part of the election procedures of this Union. Article XIV Other Elections Section 1. Trial Committee A Trial Committee shall be elected at a special meeting, held at 10:00 A.M. the next business day following the regular meeting of the Port where the trial is to take place. It shall consist of five (5) full book members, three (3) of which shall constitute a quorum. No officer, Assistant VicePresident, Headquarters Representative, Port Agent or other Union personnel may be elected to serve on a Trial Committee. No member who intends to be a witness in the pending trial may serve, nor may any member who cannot for any reason, render an honest decision. It shall be the duty of every member to decline nomination if he knows, or has reason to believe, any of the foregoing disqualifications apply to him. The members of this Committee shall be elected under such generally applicable rules as are adopted by a majority vote of the membership. Section 2. Appeals Committee. The Appeals Committee shall consist of seven (7) full book members, five (5) of whom shall constitute a quorum, elected at the Port where Headquarters is located. The same disqualifications and duties of members shall apply with regard to this Committee as apply to the Trial Committee. In addition, no member may serve on an Appeals Committee in the hearing of an appeal from a Trial Committee decision if the said member was a member of the Trial Committee. Article XV Trials and Appeals Section 1. Any member may bring charges against any other member for the commission of an offense as set forth in this Constitution. These charges shall be in writing and signed by the accuser who shall also include his book number. The accuser shall deliver these charges to the Port Agent of the Port nearest the place of the offense, or the Port of pay-off, if the offense took place aboard ship. He shall also request the Port Agent to present these charges at the next regular meeting. The accuser may withdraw his charges before the meeting takes place. Section 2. After presentation of the charges and the request to the Port Agent, the Port Agent shall cause those charges to be read at the said meeting. If the charges are rejected by a majority vote of the Port, no further action may be taken thereon, unless ruled otherwise by a majority vote of the membership of the Union within ninety (90) days thereafter. If the charges are accepted, and the accused is present, he shall be automatically on notice that he will be tried the following morning. At his request, the trial shall be postponed until the morning following the next regular meeting at which time the Trial Committee will then be elected. He shall also be handed a written copy of Continued on page 24 Seafarers LOG 23 - �Present Constitution - SIUllA -AGLIWD Continued from page 23 the charges made against him. If the accused is not present, the Port Agent shall immediately cause to be sent to him, by registered mail addressed to his last known mailing address on file with the Union, a copy of the charges, the names and book numbers of the accusers, and a notification that he must appear with his witnesses ready for trial the morning after the next regular meeting, at which meeting the Trial Committee will be elected. In the event a majority of the membership of the Union shall vote to accept charges after their rejection by a Port, the trial shall take place in the Port where Headquarters is located. Due notice thereof shall be given to the accused who shall be informed of the name of his accusers and who shall receive a written statement of the charges. At the request of the accused, transportation and subsistence shall be provided the accused and his witnesses. Section 3. The Trial Committee shall hear all pertinent evidence and shall not be bound by the rules of evidence required by courts of law but may receive all relevant testimony. The Trial Committee may grant adjournments, at the request of the accused, to enable him to make a proper defense. In the event the Trial Committee falls beneath the quorum, it shall adjourn until a quorum does exist. Section 4. No trial shall be conducted unless all the accusers are present. The Trial Committee shall conduct the trial except that the accused shall have the right to cross-examine the accuser, or accusers and the witnesses, as well as to conduct his own defense. The accused may select any member to assist him in his defense at the trial, provided (a) the said member is available at the time of the trial, and (b) the said member agrees to render such assistance. If the accused challenges the qualifications of the members of the Trial Committee, or states that the charges do not adequately inform him of what wrong he allegedly committed, or the time and place of such commission, such matters shall be ruled upon and disposed of prior to proceeding on the merits of their defense. The guilt of an accused shall be found only if proven by the weight of the evidence, and the burden of such proof shall be upon the accuser. Every finding shall be based on the quality of the evidence and not solely on the number of witnesses produced. Section S. The Trial Committee shall make findings as to guilt or innocence, and recommendations as to punishment and/or other Union action deemed desirable in the light of the proceedings. hese findings and recommendations shall be those of a majority of the Committee, and shall be in writing, as shall be any dissent. The Committee shall forward its findings and recommendations, along with any dissent to the Port Agent of the Port where the trial took place, while a copy thereof shall be forwarded to the accused and the accuser, either in person or by mail addressed to their last known addresses. The findings shall include a statement that the rights of the accused under this Constitution were properly safeguarded. The findings also must contain the charges made, the date of the trial, the name and address of the accused, the accuser, and each witness; shall describe each document used at the trial; shall contain a fair summary of the proceedings; and shall state the findings as to guilt or innocence. If possible, all documents used at the trial shall be kept. All findings and recommendations shall be made a part of the regular files. Section 6. The Port Agent of the Port of Trial shall, upon receipt of the findings and recommendations of the 24 Seafarers LOG Trial Committee, cause the findings and recommendations to be presented and entered into the minutes at the next regular meeting. Section 7. The Port Agent shall send the record of the entire proceedings to Headquarters, which shall cause sufficient copies thereof to be made and sent to each port in time for the next regularly scheduled meeting. Section 8. At the latter meeting, the proceedings shall be discussed. The meeting shall then vote. A majority vote of the membership of the Union shall: (a) Accept the findings and recommendations, or (b) Reject the findings and recommendations, or (c) Accept the findings but modify the recommendations, or (d) Order a new trial after finding that substantial justice has not been done with regard to the charges. In this event, a new trial shall take place at the Port where Headquarters is located and upon application, the accused, the accusers, and their witnesses shall be furnished transportation and subsistence. Section 9. After the vote set forth in Section 8, any punishment so decided upon shall become effective. Headquarters shall cause notice of the results thereof to be sent to each accused and accuser. Section 10. An accused who has been found guilty or who is under effective punishment may appeal in the following manner: He may send or deliver a notice of appeal to Headquarters within thirty (30) days after receipt of the notice of the decision of the membership. Section 11. At the next regular meeting of the Port where Headquarters is located, after receipt of the notice of appeal, the notice shall be presented and shall then become part of the minutes. An Appeals Committee shall then be elected. The Vice-President in Charge of Contracts and Contract Enforcement is charged with the duty of presenting the before-mentioned proceedings and all available documents used as evidence at the trial to the Appeals Committee, as well as any written statement or argument submitted by the accused. The accused may argue his appeal in person, if he so desires. The appeal shall be heard at Union Headquarters on the night the committee is elected. It shall be the responsibility of the accused to insure that his written statement or argument arrives at Headquarters in time for such presentation. Section 12. The Appeals Committee shall decide the appeal as soon as possible, consistent with fair consideration of the evidence and arguments before it. It may grant adjournments and may request the accused or accusers to present arguments whenever necessary for such fair consideration. Section 13. The decision of the Appeals Committee shall be by majority vote and shall be in the form of findings and recommendations. Dissents will be allowed. Decisions and dissents shall be in writing and signed by those participating in such decision or dissent. In making its findings and recommendations, the Committee shall be governed by the following: (a) No finding of guilt shall be reversed if there is substantial evidence to support such a finding and, in such case, the Appeals Committee shall not make its own findings as to the weight of evidence. (b) In no event shall increased punishment be recommended. (c) A new trial shall be recommended if the Appeals Committee finds: (a) that any member of the Trial Committee should have been disqualified, or (b) that the accused was not adequately informed of the details of the charged offense, which resulted in his not having been given a fair trial, or (c) that for any other reason, the accused was not given a fair trial. (d) If there is not substantial evidence to support a finding of guilt, the Appeals Committee shall recommend that the charge on which the finding was based be dismissed. (e) The Appeals Committee may recommend lesser punishment. Section 14. The Appeals Committee shall deliver its decision and dissent, if any, to Headquarters, which shall cause sufficient copies to be published and shall have them sent to each Port in time to reach there before the next regular scheduled meeting. Headquarters shall also send a copy to each accused and accuser at their last known address, or notify them in person. Section 15. At the meeting indicated in Section 14 of this Article, the membership, by a majority vote, shall accept, the decision of the Appeals Committee, or the dissent therein. If there is no dissent, the decision of the Appeals Committee shall stand. If a new trial is ordered, that trial shall be held in the Port where Headquarters is located in the manner provided for in Section 2 of this Article. Any decision so providing for a new trial shall contain such directions as will insure a fair hearing to the accused. Section 16. Headquarters shall notify the accused and each accuser, either in person or in writing addressed to their last known address, of the results of the appeal. A further appeal shall be allowed as set forth in Section 17 of this Article. Section 17. Each member is charged with knowledge of the provisions of the Constitution of the Seafarers International Union of North America, and the rights of, and procedure as to, further appeal as provided for therein. Decisions reached thereunder shall be binding on all members of the Union. Section 18. It shall be the duty of all members of the Union to take all steps within their constitutional power to carry out the terms of any effective decisions. Section 19. Every accused shall receive a written copy of the charges preferred against him and shall be given a reasonable time to prepare his defense, but he may thereafter plead guilty and waive any or all of the other rights and privileges granted to him by this Article. If an accused has been properly notified of his trial and fails to attend without properly requesting a postponement, the Trial Committee may hold its trial without his presence. Article XVI Offenses and Penanies Section 1. Upon proof of the commission of the following offenses, the member shall be expelled from membership: (a) Proof of membership in any organization advocating the overthrow of the Government of the United States by force; (b) Acting as an informer against the interest of the Union or the membership in any organizational campaign; (c) Acting as an informer for, or agent of, the company against the interest of the membership or the Union; (d) The commission of any act as part of a conspiracy to destroy the Union. Section 2. Upon proof of the commission of any of the following offenses, the member shall be penalized up to and including a penalty of expulsion from the Union. In the event the penalty of expulsion is not invoked or recommended, the penalty shall not exceed suspension from the rights and privileges of membership for more than two (2) years, or a fine of fifty dollars ($50.00) or both: (a) Willfully misappropriating or misusing Union property of the value in excess of fifty dollars ($50.00). (b) Unauthorized use of Union property, records, stamps, seals, etc., for the purpose of personal gain; (c) Willful misuse of any office or job, elective or not, within the Union for the purpose of personal gain, financial or otherwise, or the willful refusal or failure to execute the duties or functions of the said office or job, or gross neglect or abuse in executing such duties or functions or other serious misconduct or breach of trust. The President may, during the pendency of disciplinary proceedings under this subsection, suspend the officer or jobholder from exercising the functions of the office or job, with or without pay, and designate his temporary replacement; (d) Unauthorized voting, or unauthorized handling of ballots, stubs, rosters, verification lists, ballot boxes, or election files, or election material of any sort; (e) Preferring charges with knowledge that such charges are false; (t) Making or transmitting, with intent to deceive, false reports or communications which fall within the scope of Union business; (g) Deliberate failure or refusal to join one's ship or misconduct or neglect of duty aboard ship, to the detriment of the Union or its agreements; (h) Deliberate and unauthorized interference, or deliberate and malicious vilification, with regard to the execution of the duties of any office or job; (i) Paying for, or receiving money for, employment aboard a vessel, exclusive of proper earnings and Union payments; (j) Willful refusal to submit evidence of affiliation for the purpose of avoiding or delaying money payments to the Union, or unauthorized transferring or receiving evidence of Union affiliation, with intent to deceive; (k) Willful failure or refusal to carry out the order of those duly authorized to make such orders during time of strike; · (I) Failure or refusal to pay a fine or assessment within the time limit set therefore either by the Constitution or by action taken in accordance with the Constitution. Section 3. Upon proof of the commission of any of the following offenses, members shall be penalized up to and including a suspension from the rights and privileges of membership for two (2) years, or a of fifty dollars fine ($50.00) or both: (a) Willfully misappropriating or misusing Union property of the value under fifty dollars ($50.00); (b) Assuming any office or job, whether elective or not with knowledge of the lack of possession of the qualifications required therefore; (c) Misconduct during any meeting or other official Union proceeding, or bringing the Union into disrepute by conduct not provided for elsewhere in this Article; (d) Refusal or negligent failure to carry out orders of those duly authorized to make such orders at any time. Section 4. Upon proof of the commission of any of the following offenses, members shall be penalized up to and including suspension from the rights and privileges of membership for one ( 1) year or a fine of three hundred dollars ($300.00) or both: (a) Crossing a picket line sanctioned by the Union; (b) Failure to perform picket duty in strikes. Section S. Upon proof of the commission of any of the following offenses, members shall be penalized up to and including a fine of fifty dollars ($50.00): (a) Refusal or willful failure to be present at sign-ons or payoffs; (b) Willful failure to submit his Union book to Union representatives at pay-off; (c) Disorderly conduct at pay-off or sign-on; (d) Refusal to cooperate with Union representatives in discharging their duties; (e) Disorderly conduct in the Union ball; (t) Gambling in the Union ball; (g) Negligent failure to join ship. Section 6. Any member who has committed an offense penalized by no more than a fine of three hundred dollars ($300.00) may elect to waive his rights under this Constitution subject to the provision of Article XV, Section 19 and to pay the maximum fine of three hundred dollars ($300.00) to the duly authorized representative of the Union. Section 7. This Union, and its members, shall not be deemed to waive any claim of personal or property rights to which it or its members are entitled by bringing the member to trial or enforcing a penalty as provided in this Constitution. Section 8. Any member under suspension for an offense under this Article shall continue to pay all dues and assessments and must observe his duties to the Union, members, officials, and jobholders. Article XVI Publications This Union may publish such pamphlets, journals, newspapers, magazines, periodicals and general literature, in such manner as may be determined, from time to time, by the Executive Board. Article DI Bonds Officers and jobholders, whether elected or appointed as well as all other employees handling monies of the Union shall be bonded as required by law. Article XIX Expenditures Section 1. In the event no contrary policies or instructions are in existence, the President may authorize, make, or incur such expenditures and expenses as are normally encompassed within the authority conferred upon him by Article X of this Constitution. Section 2. The prov1s1ons of Section 1 shall similarly apply to the routine accounting and administrative procedures of the Union except those primarily concerned with trials, appeals, negotiations, strikes, and elections. Section 3. The provisions of this Article shall supersede to the extent applicable, the provisions of Article X of this Constitution. Article XX Income Section 1. The income of this Union shall include dues, initiation fees, fines, assessments, contributions, loans, interest, dividends as well as income derived from any other legitimate business operation or other legitimate source. Section 2. An official Union receipt, properly filled out, shall be given to anyone paying money to the Union or to any person authorized by the Union to receive money. It shall be the duty of every person affiliated with the Union who makes such payments to demand such receipt. Section 3. No assessments shall be levied except after a ballot conducted under such general rules as may be decided upon by a majority vote of the membership, provided that: (a) The ballot must be secret. (b) The assessment must be approved by a majority of the valid ballots cast. Section 4. Except as otherwise Continued on page 25 �Present Constitution - SIUNA -AGLIWD Continued from page 24 provided by law, all payments by members or other affiliates of this Union shall be applied successively to the monetary obligations owed the Union commencing with the oldest in point of time, as measured from the date of accrual of such obligation. The period of arrears shall be calculated accordingly. Section 5. To the extent deemed appropriate by the majority of the Executive Board, funds and assets of the Union may be kept in an account or accounts without separation as to purpose and expended for all Union purposes and objects. Article XII Other Types of Union Affiliation To the extent permitted by law, this Union, by majority vote of the membership, may provide for affiliation with it by individuals in a lesser capacity than membership, or in a capacity other than membership. By majority vote of the membership the Union may provide for the rights and obligations incident to such capacities or affiliations. These rights and obligations may include, but are not limited to (a) the applicability or nonapplicability of all or any part of the Constitution; (b) the terms of such affiliation; (c) the right of the Union to peremptory termination of such affiliation and, (d) the fees required for such affiliation. In no event may anyone not a member receive evidence of affiliation equivalent to that of members, receive priority or rights over members, or be termed a member. Article XIII Quorums Section 1. Unless elsewhere herein otherwise specifically provided, the quorum for a special meeting of a Port shall be six (6) full book members. Section 2. The quorum for a regular meeting of a Port shall be fifty (50) members. Section 3. Unless otherwise specifically set forth herein, the decisions, reports, recommendations, or other functions of any segment of the Union requiring a quorum to act officially, shall be a majority of those voting, and shall not be official or effective unless the quorum requirements are met. Section 4. Unless otherwise indicated herein, where the requirements for a quorum are not specifically set forth, a quorum shall be deemed to be a majority of those composing the applicable segment of the Union. Article XXlll Meetings Section 1. Regular membership meetings shall be held monthly only in the following constitutional Ports at the following times: During the week following the first Sunday of every month a meeting shall be held on Monday- at Piney Point; on Tuesday-at New York; on Wednesday-at Philadelphia; on Thursday-at Baltimore; and on Friday-at Detroit-Algonac. During the next week, meetings shall be held on Monday-at Houston; on Tuesday-at New Orleans; on Wednesday-at Mobile; on Thursday-at San Francisco; and on Friday-at St. Louis. All regular membership meetings shall commence at 10:30 A.M. local time. Where a meeting day falls on a Holiday officially designated as such by the authorities of the state or municipality in which a Port is located, the Port meeting shall take place on the following business day. Saturday and Sunday shall not be deemed business days. The Area Vice-Presidents shall be the chairmen of all regular meetings Ot:tober 2000 in Ports in their respective areas. In the event the Area Vice-Presidents are unable to attend a regular meeting of a Port, they shall instruct the Port Agents, or other elected jobholders, to act as chairmen of the meetings. In the event a quorum is not present at 10:30 A.M. the chairman of the meeting at the pertinent Port shall postpone the opening of the meeting but in no event later than 11 :00 A.M. Section 2. A special meeting at a Port may be called only at the direction of the Area Vice-President, Area Assistant Vice-President or Port Agent. No special meeting may be held, except between the hours of 9:00 A.M. and 5:00 P.M. Notice of such meeting shall be posted at least two (2) hours in advance on the Port bulletin board. The Area Vice-Presidents shall be the chairmen of all special meetings in Ports in their respective areas. In the event the Area Vice-Presidents are unable to attend a special meeting of a Port, they shall instruct the Area Assistant Vice-Presidents, Port Agents, or other elected jobholders, to act as chairmen of the meetings. Section 3. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary, all regular meetings shall be governed by the following: l The Union Constitution. 2. Majority vote of the members assembled. Article XXIV DeflnHlons and Miscellaneous Provisions Relating lhereto Section 1. Incapacity. Unless otherwise set forth or dealt with herein, the term "incapacity," shall mean any illness or situation preventing the affected person from carrying out his duties for more than thirty (30) days, provided that this does not result in a vacancy. However, nothing contained in this Article shall be deemed to prohibit the execution of the functions of more than one (1) job and/or office in which event no incapacity shall be deemed to exist with regard to the regular job or office of the one taking over the duties and functions of the one incapacitated. The period of incapacity shall be the time during which the circumstances exist. Section 2. Unless otherwise set forth or dealt with herein the term "vacancy" shall include failure to perform the functions of any office or job by reason of death, or resignation, or suspension from membership or expulsion from the Union with no further right to appeal in accordance with the provisions of Article XV of this Constitution. Section 3. When applicable to the Union as a whole, the term "majority vote of the membership" shall mean the majority of all the valid votes cast by full book members at an official meeting of those Ports holding meetings. This definition shall prevail notwithstanding that one ( 1) or more Ports cannot hold meetings because of no quorum, For the purpose of this Section, the term "meeting" shall refer to those meetings to be held during the time period within which a vote must be taken in accordance with the Constitution and the custom and usage of the Union in the indicated priority. Section 4. When applicable solely to Port action and not concerned with or related to the Union as a whole, and not forming part of a Union-wide vote. the term "majority vote of the membership" shall refer to the majority of the valid votes cast by the full book members at any meeting of the Port, regular or special. Section 5. The term "membership action," or reference thereto, shall mean the same as the term "majority vote of the membership.•• Section 6. Where the title of any officer or job, or the holder thereof, is set forth in this Constitution, all ref- erences thereto and the provisions concerned therewith shall be deemed to be equally applicable to whomever is duly acting in such office or job. Section 7. The term "election year" shall be deemed to mean that calendar year prior to the calendar year in which elected officials and other elected jobholders are required to assume office. Section 8. The terms "this Constitution" and "this amended Constitution" shall be deemed to have the same meaning and shall refer to the Constitution as amended which takes the place of the one adopted by the Union in 1939, as amended up through July, 1989. Section 9. The term "member in good standing" shall mean a member whose monetary obligations to the Union are not in arrears for thirty (30) days or more, or who is not under suspension or expulsion effective in accordance with this Constitution. Unless otherwise expressly indicated, the term "member" shall mean a member in good standing. Section 10. Unless plainly otherwise required by the context of their use, the terms "Union book," "membership book" and "book," shall mean official evidence of Union membership. Section 11. The term "full book" or "full Union book" shall mean only an official certificate issued as evidence of Union membership which carries with it complete rights and privileges of membership except as may be specifically constitutionally otherwise provided. Section 12. The term "full book member" shall mean a member to whom a full book has been duly issued and who is entitled to retain it in accordance with the provisions of this Constitution. Section 13. The term "seatime" shall include employment upon any navigable waters or days of employment in a contracted employer unit represented by the Union. Section 14. The term "in an unlicensed capacity aboard an Americanflag merchant vessel or vessels" shall include persons employed in an unlicensed or licensed capacity aboard dredges, tugboats, towboats and similar vessels used to tow, propel, or push barges or other conveyances or assist merchant vessels in docking or undocking, or persons otherwise employed in a contracted employer unit represented by the Union. Artlcle XIV Amendments This Constitution shall be amended in the following manner: Section 1. Any full book member may submit at any regular meeting of any Port proposed amendments to this Constitution in resolution form. If a majority vote of the membership of the Port approves it, the proposed amendment shall be forwarded to all Ports for further action. Section 2. When a proposed amendment is accepted by a majority vote of the membership, it shall be referred to a Constitutional Committee in the Port where Headquarters is located. This Committee shall be composed of six (6) full book members, two (2) from each department and shall be elected in accordance with such rules as are established by a majority vote of that Port. The Committee will act on all proposed amendments referred to it. The Committee may receive whatever advice and assistance, legal or otherwise. it deems necessary. It shall prepare a report on the amendment together with any proposed changes or substitutions or recommendations and the reasons for such recommendations. The latter shall then be submitted to the membership. If a majority vote of the membership approves the amendment as recommended, it shall then be voted upon in a yes or no vote by the membership of the Union by secret ballot in accordance with the procedure directed by the majority vote of the membership at the time it gives the approval necessary to put the referendum to a vote. The Union Tallying Committee shall consist of six ( 6) full book members two (2) from each of the three (3) departments of the Union, elected from Headquarters Port. The amendment shall either be printed on the ballot, or if too lengthy, shall be referred to on the ballot. Copies of the amendment shall be posted on the bulletin boards of all Ports and made available at the voting site in all Ports. Section 3. If approved by a majority of the valid ballots cast, the amendment shall become effective immediately upon notification by the aforesaid Union Tallying Committee to the Secretary-Treasurer that the amendment has been so approved, unless otherwise specified in the amendment. The Secretary-Treasurer shall immediately notify all Ports of the results of the vote on the amendment. EXHIBIT A Minimal requirements to be contained in Constitution of subordinate bodies and divisions chartered by or affiliated with the Seafarers International Union of North America-Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District. All members shall have equal rights and privileges, subject to reasonable rules and regulations. contained in this Constitution, including secret election, freedom of speech, the right to hold office and the right of secret votes on assessment and dues increases, all in accordance with the law. II No member may be automatically suspended from membership except for non-payment of dues, and all members shall be afforded a fair hearing upon written charges, with a reasonable time to prepare defense, when accused of an offense under the Constitution. Ill This Union is chartered by (and/or affiliated with), the Seafarers International Union of North America-Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District, and this Constitution and any amendments thereto, shall not take effect unless and until approved as set forth in the Constitution of that Union. IV An object of this Union is, within its reasonable capacity, to promote the welfare of, and assist, the Seafarers International Union of North America-Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District. v The charter (and/or affiliation) relationship between this Union and the Seafarers International Union of North America-Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District shall not be dissolved so long as at least ten (10) members of this Union, and the Seafarers International Union of North America-Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District acting through its Executive Board wish to continue such relationship. VI No amendment to this Constitution shall be effective unless and until approved by at least twothirds vote of the membership in a secret referendum conducted for that purpose. In any event, the adoption of this Constitution and any amendments thereto, will not be effective unless and until compliance with Article II of the Constitution of the Seafarers International Union of North America-Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District is first made. VII The Seafarers International Union of North America-Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District shall have the right to check, inspect and make copies of all the books and records of this Union upon demand. VIII This Union shall not take any action which will have the effect of reducing its net assets, calculated through recognized accounting procedures, below the amount of its indebtedness to the Seafarers International Union of North America-Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District, unless approved by that Union through its Executive Board. IX So Long as there exists any indebtedness by this Union to the Seafarers International Union of North America-Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District, that Union shall have the right to appoint a representative or representatives to this Union who shall have the power to attend all meetings of this Union or its sub-divisions, or governing boards, if any, and who shall have access to all books and records of this Union on demand. This representative, or these representatives, shall be charged with the duty of assisting this Union and its membership, and acting as a liaison between the Seafarers International Union of North America-Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District and this Union. X So long as any unpaid per capita tax, or any other indebtedness of any sort is owed by this Union to the Seafarers International Union of North America-Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District, such indebtedness shall constitute a first lien on the assets of this Union, which lien shall not be impaired without the written approval of the Seafarers International Union of North America-Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District acting through its Executive Board. XI The per capita tax payable by this Union to the Seafarers International Union of North America-Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District shall be that which is fixed in accordance with the terms of the Constitution of that Union. XII This Constitution and actions by this Union pursuant thereto are subject to those provisions of the Constitution of the Seafarers International Union of North America-Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District pertaining to affiliation, disaffiliation, trusteeships, and the granting and removal of charters. XIII This Union shall be affiliated with the Seafarers International Union of North America through the Seafarers International Union of North America-Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District. It shall share in, and participate as part of the delegation of that District to the Convention of the Seafarers International Union of North America in accordance with the provisions of the Constitution of the Seafarers International Union of North America-Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District. Seafarers LOii 25 . �AMERICAN FEDERATION OF LABOR CONGRESS OF INDUSTRIAL ORGANIZATIONS *'nle proposed changes from the present constitution have been highlighted to make comparisons between Ille two lllOl'e easily ldenlllled• ... PREAMBLE As maritime and allied workers and realizing the value and necessity of a thorough organization, we are dedicated to the forming of one Union for our people, the Seafarers International Union of North America-Atlantic, Gult: Lakes and Inland Waters District-NMU, based - upon the following principles: All members shall be entitled to all the rights, privileges and guarantees as set forth in this Constitution, and such rights, privileges and guarantees shall be preserved in accordance with its terms. We declare that American seamen are entitled to receive their employment without interference of crimps, shipowners, fink halls or any shipping bureaus maintained by the Government. We affirm that every worker has the right to receive fair and just remuneration for his labor and gain sufficient leisure for mental cultivation and physical recreation. We proclaim the right of all seamen to receive healthful and sufficient food and proper forecastles in which to rest. We defend the right of all seamen to be treated in a decent and respectful manner by those in command, and We hold that the above rights belong to all workers alike, irrespective of nationality or creed. Recognizing the foregoing as our inalienable rights, we are conscious of corresponding duties to those in command, our employers, our craft and our country. We will, therefore, try by all just means to promote harmonious relations with those in command by exercising due care and diligence in the performance of the duties of our profession and by giving all possible assistance to our employers in caring for their gear and property. Based upon these principles, it is among our objects: To use our influence individually and collectively for the purpose of maintaining and developing skill in seamanship and effecting a change in the maritime law of the United States so as to render it more equitable and to make it an aid instead of a hindrance to the development of a merchant marine and a body of American seamen. To support a journal which shall voice the sentiments of maritime workers and through its columns seek to maintain their knowledge of, and interest in, maritime affairs. To assist the seamen of other countries in the work of organization and federation to the end of establishing the Brotherhood of the Sea. To form and to assist by legal means other bonafide labor organizations whenever possible in the attainment of their just demands. To regulate our conduct as a Union and as individuals so as to make seamanship what it rightly is- 26 Sealal'fll'S LOS an honorable and useful calling. And bearing in mind that we are migratory, that our work takes us away in different directions from any place where the majority might otherwise meet to act, that meetings can be attended by only a fraction of the membership, that the absent members who cannot be present must have their interests guarded from what might be the results of excitement and passions aroused by persons or conditions, and that those who are present may act for and in the interest of all, we have adopted this Constitution. Statement of Principles and Declaration of Rights In order to form a more perfect Union, we workers in the maritime and allied industries, realizing the value and necessity of uniting in pursuit of our improved economic and social welfare, have determined to bind ourselves together in the Seafarers International Union of North America-Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District-NMU, and hereby dedicate ourselves to the following principles: In promoting our economic and social welfare, we shall ever be mindful, not only of our rights, but also of our duties and obligations as members of the community, our duties as citizens, and our duty to combat the menace of communism and any other enemies of freedom and the democratic principles to which we seafaring men dedicate ourselves in this Union. We shall affiliate and work with other free labor organizations; we shall support a journal to give additional voice to our views; we shall assist our brothers of the sea and other workers of all countries in these obligations to the fullest extent consistent with our duties, obligations and law. We shall seek to exert our individual and collective influence in the fight for the enactment of labor and other legislations and policies which look to the attainment of a free and happy society without distinction based on race, creed or color. To govern our conduct as a Union and bearing in mind that most of our members are migratory, that their duties carry them all over the world, that their rights must and shall be protected, we hereby declare these rights as members of the Union to be inalienable. No member shall be deprived of any of the rights or privileges guaranteed him under the Constitution of the Union. II Every qualified member shall have the right to nominate himself for, and, if elected, or appointed, to hold office in this Union. Ill No member shall be deprived of his membership without due process of the law of this Union. No member shall be compelled to be a witness against himself in the trial of any proceeding in which he may be charged with failure to observe the law of this Union. Every official and jobholder shall be bound to uphold and protect the rights of every member in accordance with the principles set forth in the Constitution of the Union. IV Every member shall have the right to be confronted by his accuser whenever he is charged with violating the law of this Union. In all such cases, the accused shall be guaranteed a fair and speedy trial by an impartial committee of his brother Union members. v No member shall be denied the right to express himself freely on the floor of any Union meeting or in committee. VI A militant membership being necessary to the security of a free union, the members shall at all times stand ready to defend this Union and the principles set forth in the Constitution of the Union. VII The powers not delegated to the officers, job holders, and Executive Board by the Constitution of the Union shall be reserved to the members. CONSTITUTION Article I Name and General Powers This Union shall be known as the Seafarers International-. Union. of North America-Atlantic,·Gutt Lakes and .Inland Waters District#NMU. Its powers shall be legislative, judicial, and executive, and shall include the formation of, and/or issuance of charters to, subordinate bodies and divisions, corporate or otherwise, the formation of funds and participation in funds, the establishment of enterprises for the benefit of the Union and similar ventures. This Union shall exercise all of its powers in aid of subordinate bodies and divisions created or chartered by it. For convenience of administration and in furtherance of its policies of aid and assistance, the Union may make its property, facilities and personnel available for the use and on behalf of such subordinate bodies and divisions. A majority vote of the membership shall be authorization for any Union action, unless otherwise specified in the Constitution or by law. This Union shall at all times protect and maintain its jurisdiction. Article II Affiliation Section 1. This Union shall be affiliated with the Seafarers International Union of North America and the American Federation of Labor-Congress of Industrial Organizations. All other affiliations by the Union or its subordinate bodies or divisions shall be made or withdrawn as determined by a majority vote of the Executive Board. Section 2. In addition to such other provisions as are contained herein, all subordinate bodies and divisions seeking a charter from and/or affiliation with this Union, shall be required to adopt, within a time period set by the Executive Board, a Constitution containing provisions as set forth in Exhibit A, annexed to this Constitution and made a part hereof. All other provisions adopted by such subordinate bodies and divisions as part of their Constitution shall not be inconsistent therewith. No such Constitution or amendments thereto shall be deemed to be effective without the approval of the Executive Board of this Union, which shall be executed in writing, on its behalf, by the President or, in his absence, by any other officer designated by it. Such approval shall be deemed to be recognition of compliance herewith by such subordinate body or division. Where a subordinate body or division violates any of the foregoing, and, in particular, seeks to effectuate any constitutional provision not so authorized and approved, or commits acts in violation of its approved constitution, or fails to act in accordance therewith, this Union, through its Executive Board, may withdraw its charter and/or sever its affiliation forthwith, or on such terms as it may impose not inconsistent with law, in addition to exercising any and all rights it may have pursuant to any applicable agreements or understandings. Section 3. This Union shall also have the power, acting through its Executive Board, and after a fair hearing, to impose a trusteeship upon any subordinate body or divisions chartered by an affiliated with it, for the reasons and to the extent provided by law. Article Ill Membership Section 1. There shall be two classes of membership, to wit, full book members and probationary members. Candidates for membership shall be admitted to membership in accordance with such rules as may be adopted from time to time by a majority vote of the membership and which rules shall not be inconsistent with the prov1s1ons of this Constitution. All candidates with two hundred and sixty (260) days or more seatime in a consecutive twenty-four (24) calendar month period commencing from January 1, 1968, in an unlicensed capacity, aboard an American-flag merchant vessel or vessels, covered by contract with this Union, shall be eligible for full membership. All persons with less than the foregoing seatime but at least thirty (30) days of such seatime, shall be eligible for probationary membership. Only full book members shall be entitled to vote and to bold any office or elective job, except as otherwise specified herein. All probationary members shall have a voice in Union proceedings and shall be entitled to vote on Union contracts. Section 2. No candidate shall be granted membership who is a member of any dual organization hostile to the aims, principles and policies of this Union. The members, by majority vote, shall at all times have the right to determine the membership status of pensioners. Section 3. Members more than one (1) quarter in arrears in dues shall be automatically suspended and shall forfeit all benefits and all other rights and privileges in the Union. They shall be automatically dismissed if they are more than two (2) quarters in arrears in dues. An arrearage in dues shall be computed from the first day of the applicable quarter, but this time shall not run: (a) While a member is actually participating in a strike or lockout. (b) While a member is an inpatient in an accredited hospital. (c) While a member is under an incapacity due to activity in behalf of the Union. (d) While a member is in the armed services of the United States, provided the member was in good standing at the time of entry into the armed forces, and further provided he applies for reinstatement within ninety (90) days after discharge from the armed forces. (e) While a member has no opportunity to pay dues because of employment aboard an Americanflag merchant vessel. The provision of this Sub-section (e) shall be inapplicable when such merchant vessel is operating upon the Great Lakes or upon the harbors, rivers or territorial waters of the United States. Section 4. A majority vote of the membership shall be sufficient to designate additional circumstances during which the time specified in Section 3 shall not run. It shall be the right of any member to present, in writing, to any Port at any regular meeting any question with regard to Continued on page 27 �Proposed Constitution - SIUllA - AGLIWD-llMU Continued from page 26 the application of Section 3, in accordance with procedures established by a majority vote of the membership. A majority vote of the membership shall be necessary to decide such questions. Section 5. The membership shall be empowered to establish, from time to time, by majority vote, rules under which dues and assessments may be excused where a member has been unable to pay dues and assessments for the reasons provided in Sections 3 and 4. Section 6. To preserve unity, and to promote the common welfare of the membership, all members of the Union shall uphold and defend this Constitution and shall be governed by the provisions of this Constitution and all policies, rulings, orders and decisions duly made. Section 7. Any member who gives aid to the principles and policies of any hostile or dual organization shall be denied further membership in this Union to the full extent permitted by law. A majority vote of the membership shall decide which organizations are dual or hostile. Section 8. Evidence of membership or other affiliation with the Union shall be in such form or forms as determined by the Executive Board and shall at all times remain the property of the Union. Members may be required to show their evidence of membership in order to be admitted to Union meetings, or into, or on Union property. Article IV Reinstatement Members dismissed from the Union may be reinstated in accordance with such rules and under such conditions as are adopted, from time to time, by a majority vote of the membership. Article V Dues and Initiation Fee Section 1. All members' dues shall consist of: (a) Dues annually in the sum of ~f(}ft#l)yq9t~d ~follars ($4-00.00) which shall be paid in equal amounts on a calendar year basis, no later than the first business day of each calendar quarter, and; (b) A sum equal to five percent (5%) of the gross amount received for vacation benefits for days worked for contracted employers. Dues payable under this Sub-section (b) shall be payable on the days that the member receives payment for the earned vacation benefits and shall become effective as to members in the manner designated and determined by a majority vote of the membership by secret ballot. When so determined by the membership, members in the employ of the Union, its subdivisions and its affiliated organizations, or in any employment at the Union's direction as provided for in Article XII, Section 1 (a) and (c), shall pay in addition to that provided for in paragraph (a) immediately above the sum of one hundred dol: !~$':($l00,00) quarterly on a calendar year basis, no later than the first business day of each quarter while so employed. Section 2. No candidate for full book membership shall be admitted into such membership without having paid an initiation fee of six hundred dollars ($600.00), except as otherwise provided in this Constitution. In addition, the candidate shall pay a ten dollar ($10.00) "service fee" for the issuance of his full book. Each candidate for probationary membership and each probationary member shall, with the payment of each of his first quarterly dues, as required by Section 1, pay at each such time the sum of one hundred and fifty dollars ($150.00) as partial initiation fee. The total of such initia- October 2000 tion monies so paid shall be credited to his above required initiation fee for a full book member upon completion of the required seatime as provided for in Article III, Section 1. Section 3. Payment of dues and initiation fee may be waived for organizational purposes in accordance with such rules as are adopted by a majority vote of the Executive Board. Section 4. All members shall be and remain in good standing. Article VI Retirement from Membership Section 1. Members may retire from membership by surrendering their Union books or other evidence of affiliation and paying all unpaid dues for the quarter in which they retire, assessments, fines and other monies due and owing the Union. When the member surrenders his book or other evidence of affiliation in connection with his application for retirement he shall be given a receipt therefore. An official retirement card shall be issued by Headquarters, upon request, dated as of the day that such member accomplishes these payments and shall be given to the member upon presenting the aforesaid receipt. Section 2. All the rights, privileges, duties and obligations of membership shall be suspended during the period of retirement, except that a retired member shall not be disloyal to the Union nor join or remain in any dual or hostile organization, upon penalty or forfeiture of his right to reinstatement. Section 3. Any person in retirement for a period of two (2) quarters or more shall be restored to membership, except as herein indicated, by paying dues for the current quarter, as well as all assessment accruing and newly levied during the period of retirement. If the period of retirement is less than two (2) quarters, the required payment shall consist of all dues accruing during the said period of retirement, including those levied during that period. Upon such payment, the person in retirement shall be restored to membership, and his membership book, appropriately stamped, shall be returned to him. Section 4. A member in retirement may be restored to membership after a one (1) year period of retirement consisting of four (4) full quarters only by a majority vote of the membership. Section S. The period of retirement shall be computed from the first day of the quarter following the one in which the retirement card was issued. Section 6. No member may retire his membership during the period of a strike or lockout. Article VII Systems of Organization Section 1. This Union and all officers, Assistant Vice-Presidents, Headquarters Representatives, Port Agents, and members shall be governed in this order by: (a) The Constitution (b) The Executive Board (c) Majority vote of the membership Section 2. The Headquarters of the Union shall be located in Camp Springs, Maryland and Piney Point, Maryland or at such places as the Executive Board may determine from time to time. The Headquarters officers shall consist of a President, an Executive Vice-President, one ( 1) Vice-President in Charge of Contracts and Contract Enforcement, a Secretary-Treasurer, one (1) VicePresident in Charge of the Atlantic Coast, one (1) Vice-President in Charge of the Gulf Coast, one (1) Vice-President in Charge of the West Coast, one (1) Vice-President in Charge of the Southern Region, Great Lakes and Inland Waters and one (1) Vice-President in Charge of Government Services and Fishing Industries and two (2) VicePresidents at Large. Section 3. The staff of each Port shall consist of such personnel as is provided for herein and the Port shall bear the name of the city in which the Union's Port Offices are located. Article VIII Officers, Assistant VicePresidents, Headquarters Representatives and Port Agents Section 1. The officers of the Union shall be elected as otherwise provided in this Constitution. These officers shall be the President, an Executive Vice-President, one (1) Vice-President in Charge of Contracts and Contract Enforcement, a Secretary-Treasurer, one (1) VicePresident in Charge of the Atlantic Coast, one (1) Vice-President in Charge of the Gulf Coast, one (1) Vice-President in Charge of the West Coast, one (1) Vice-President in Charge of the Southern Region, Great Lakes and Inland Waters, and one ( 1) Vice-President in Charge of Government Services and Fishing ~:~1:.~~1il~~~g}Jj){{~/i;iifiiii£i'.i Section 2. Assistant VicePresidents, Headquarters Representatives and Port Agents shall be elected, except as otherwise provided in this Constitution. Article IX Other Elective Jobs Section 1. In addition to the elective jobs provided for in Article VIII, the following jobs in the Union shall be voted upon in the manner prescribed by this Constitution: Committee members of: ( 1) Trial Committees (2) Annual Financial Committees (3) Appeals Committees (4) Strike Committees (5) Credentials Committees (6) Union Tallying Committees (7) Constitutional Committees Section 2. Additional committees may be formed as provided by a majority vote of the membership. Committees may also be appointed as permitted by this Constitution. Article X Duties of Officers, Assistant Vice-Presidents, Headquarters Representatives, Port Agents, Other Elected Jobholders and Mlscellaneous Personnel Section 1. (a) The President shall be the executive officer of the Union and shall represent, and act for and in behalf of the Union in all matters except as otherwise specifically provided for in the Constitution. (b) He shall be a member ex-officio of all committees, except as otherwise herein expressly provided. (c) The President shall be in charge of, and responsible for, all Union property, and shall be in charge of Headquarters and Port offices. Wherever there are time restrictions or other considerations affecting Union action, the President shall take appropriate action to insure observance thereof. (d) In order that he may properly execute his responsibilities, he is hereby instructed and authorized to employ any help he deems necessary, be it legal, accounting or otherwise. (e) Subject to approval by a majority vote of the membership and the Executive Board, the President shall designate the number and location of all Ports, the jurisdiction, status and activities thereof, and may reduce and/or relocate such Ports, and may reassign Vice-Presidents, Assistant Vice-Presidents and the Secretary-Treasurer without reduc- tion in wages. He may also reassign Headquarters Representatives and Port Agents to other duties without reduction in wages. Where Ports are opened between elections, the President shall designate the Union personnel thereof. The President may designate, in the event of the incapacity of any Headquarters Representative or Port Agent, or any officer other than the President, a replacement to act as such during the period of incapacity, provided such replacement is qualified under Article XII of the Constitution to fill such job. At the regular meeting in May of every election year, the President shall submit to the membership a preballoting report. In his report he shall recommend the number and location of Ports and the number of Headquarters Representatives and Port Agents who are to be elected. He shall also recommend a bank, a bonded warehouse, a regular office thereof, or any similar depository, to which the ballots are to be mailed, except that the President may, in his discretion, postpone the recommendations as to the depository until no later than the first regular meeting in October. The report shall be subject to approval or modification by a majority vote of the membership. (f) The President shall be chairman of the Executive Board and may cast one ( 1) vote in that body. (g) He shall be responsible, within the limits of his powers, for the enforcement of this Constitution, the policies of the Union, and all rules and rulings adopted by the Executive Board, and those duly adopted by a majority vote of the membership. Within these limits, he shall strive to enhance the strength, position, and prestige of the Union. (h) The foregoing duties shall be in addition to those other duties lawfully imposed upon him. (i) The responsibility of the President may not be delegated, but the President may delegate to a person or persons the execution of such of his duties as he may in his discretion decide, subject to the limitations set forth in this Constitution. (j) Any vacancy in any office or the job of Assistant Vice-President, Headquarters Representative or Port Agent shall be filled by the President by temporary appointment of a member qualified for the office or job under Article XII of this Constitution except in those cases where the filling of such vacancy is otherwise provided for by this Constitution (k) The President is directed to take any and all measures and employ such means which he deems necessary or advisable to protect the interests and further the welfare of the Union and its members in all matters involving national, state or local legislation issues and public affairs. (1) The President shall have the authority to require any officer or Union representative to attend any regular or special meeting if, in his opinion, it is deemed necessary. Section 2 Executive VicePresident. The Executive Vice-President shall perform any and all duties assigned him or delegated to him by the President. The Executive VicePresident shall be a member of the Executive Board and may cast one ( 1) vote in that body. Section 3. Vice-President in Charge of Contracts and Contract Enforcement. The Vice-President in Charge of Contracts and Contract Enforcement shall perform any and all duties assigned him or delegated to him by the President. In addition, he shall be responsible for all contract negotiations, the formulation of bargaining demands, and the submission of proposed collective bargaining agreements to the membership for ratification. He shall also be responsible, except as otherwise provided in Article X, Section 15(d) ( 1), for strike authorization, signing of new contracts and contract enforcement. He shall also act for Headquarters in executing the administrative functions assigned to Headquarters by this Constitution with respect to trials and appeals except if he is a witness or party thereto, in which event the Secretary-Treasurer shall act in his place. In order that he may properly execute these responsibilities he is hereby instructed and authorized to employ such help as he deems necessary, be it legal, or otherwise, subject to approval of the Executive Board. The Vice-President in Charge of Contracts and Contract Enforcement shall be a member of the Executive Board and may cast one (1) vote in that body. Section 4. Secretary-Treasurer. The Secretary-Treasurer shall perform any and all duties assigned him or delegated to him by the President. He shall be responsible for the organization and maintenance of the correspondence, files, and records of the Union; setting up, and maintenance of, sound accounting and bookkeeping systems; the setting up, and maintenance of, proper office and other administrative Union procedures; the proper collection, safeguarding, and expenditure of all Union funds, Port or otherwise. He shall submit to the membership, for each annual period, a detailed report of the entire Union's financial operations and shall submit the Annual Financial Committee report for the same period. The Secretary-Treasurer's report shall be prepared by an independent certified public accountant. He shall also work with all duly elected finance committees. The Secretary-Treasurer shall be responsible for the timely filing of any and all reports on the operations of the Union, financial or otherwise, that may be required by any Federal or state laws. The SecretaryTreasurer with the approval of the President shall employ a person who by profession and/or employment shall qualify to perform the functions and duties of a Comptroller. Such person shall be responsible for the maintenance, safeguard and verification of the Union's financial affairs and records under the supervision and direction of the SecretaryTreasurer. The responsibility for such functions shall be that of the Secretary-Treasurer notwithstanding the delegation to such Comptroller. In order that he may properly execute his responsibilities, he is hereby instructed and authorized to employ any help he deems necessary, be it legal, accounting, or otherwise, subject to approval of the Executive Board. The Secretary-Treasurer shall be a member of the Executive Board and may cast one ( 1) vote in that body. The Secretary-Treasurer shall be a member ex-officio of the Credentials and Union Tallying Committees. In addition, he shall make himself and the records of his office available to the Annual Financial Committee. Section 5. Vice-President m Charge of the Atlantic Coast. The Vice-President in Charge of the Atlantic Coast shall be a member of the Executive Board and shall be entitled to cast one (1) vote in that body. He shall supervise and be responsible for the activities of all the Ports and the personnel thereof on the Atlantic Coast including their organizing activities. The Atlantic Coast area is deemed to mean that area from and including Georgia through Maine and shall also include the Islands in the Caribbean. In order that he may properly execute his responsibilities he is empowered and authorized to retain any technical or professional assistance he deems necessary, subject to approval of the Continued on page 28 Seafarers LOG 27 �Proposed Constitution- SIUNA - AGLIWD-NlfU Continued from page 27 - Executive Board. m Section 6. Vice-President Charge of the Gulf Coast. The Vice-President in Charge of the Gulf Coast shall be a member of the Executive Board and shall be entitled to cast one (1) vote in that body. He shall supervise and be responsible for the activities of all the Ports and the personnel thereof on the Gulf Coast including their organizing activities. The Gulf Coast area is deemed to mean the State of Florida, all through the Gulf, including Texas. In order that he may properly execute his responsibilities he is empowered and authorized to retain any technical or professional assistance he deems necessary, subject to approval of the Executive Board. Section 7. Vice-President m Charge of the West Coast. The Vice-President in Charge of the West Coast shall be a member of the Executive Board and shall be entitled to cast one ( 1) vote in that body. He shall supervise and be responsible for the activities of all the Ports and the personnel thereof on the West Coast including their organizing activities. The West Coast area is deemed to mean the States of California, Oregon, Washington, Alaska, and Hawaii. In order that he may properly execute his responsibilities, he is empowered and authorized to retain any technical or professional assistance he deems necessary, subject to the approval of the Executive Board. Section 8. Vice-President in Charge of the Southern Region, Great Lakes and Inland Waters. The Vice-President in Charge of the Southern Region, Great Lakes and Inland Waters shall be a member of the Executive Board and shall be entitled to cast one (1) vote in that body. He shall supervise and be responsible for the activities of all the Ports and the personnel thereof in the Southern Region, Great Lakes and Inland Waters including their organizing activities. In order that he may properly execute his responsibilities, he is empowered and authorized to retain any technical or professional assistance he deems necessary, subject to approval of the Executive Board. Section 9. Vice-President in Charge of Government Services and Fishing Industries. The Vice-President in Charge of Government Services and Fishing Industries shall be a member of the Executive Board and shall be entitled to cast one (1) vote in that body. He shall supervise and be responsible for the activities of the Union in the representation of individuals employed in fishing industries and civilian seamen employed by the federal government including but not limited to the negotiation of the collective bargaining agreements, processing grievances and the administration of collective bargaining agreements and shall direct the activities of the Union personnel assigned to him by the President and carry out such other functions as the President may assign to him from time to time. Seclion 10. Vfce--l>tesidents at Large. There shall be two (2) Vice- Presid~µts at Large.·whose duties sh~ll be as directed by the President with concurrence of the Executive Board.. $uch duties and responsibilities may be changed from time to time in like manner, as dictated by tlie needs of the Union. · .Section 11. Assistant VicePresidents. There shall be six (6) Assistant Vice-Presidents as follows: Assistant Vice-President in Charge of Contracts and Contract Enforcement; Assistant Vice-President in Charge of the Atlantic Coast; Assistant Vice 28 Seafarers LOG President in Charge of the Gulf Coast; Assistant Vice-President in Charge of the West Coast; Assistant Vice-President in Charge of the Southern Region, Great Lakes and Inland Waters; and Assistant VicePresident in Charge of Government Services and Fishing Industries. Each Assistant Vice-President shall work with and under the direction of the appropriate Vice-President. He shall assist, as directed, in all activities of the appropriate Vice-President and shall be responsible to such VicePresident. Secti-on 12. Headquarters Representatives. The Headquarters Representatives shall perform any and all duties assigned them or delegated to them by the President or the Executive Board. Section 13. Port Agents. (a) The Port Agent shall be in direct charge of the administration of Union affairs in the Port of his jurisdiction subject to the direction of the Area Vice-President. (b) He shall, within the jurisdiction of his Port, be responsible for the enforcement and execution of the Constitution, the policies of the Union, and the rules adopted by the Executive Board, and by a majority vote of the membership. Wherever there are time restrictions or other considerations affecting Port action, the Port Agent shall take appropriate action to insure observance thereof. (c) He shall be prepare to account, financially or otherwise for the activities of his Port, whenever demanded by the President, the VicePresident of the area in which his Port is located, or by the SecretaryTreasurer. (d) In any event, he shall prepare and forward to the SecretaryTreasurer a weekly financial report showing, in detail, weekly income and expenses and complying with all other accounting directions issued by the Secretary-Treasurer. (e) The Port Agent shall designate which members at the Port may serve as representatives to other organizations, affiliation with which has been properly authorized. Section 14. Executive Board. The Executive Board shall consist of the President, the Executive VicePresident, the Vice- President in Charge of Contracts and Contract Enforcement, the SecretaryTreasurer, the Vice- President in Charge of the Atlantic Coast Area, the Vice-President in Charge of the Gulf Coast Area, the Vice-President in Charge of the West Coast Area, the Vice-President in Charge of the Southern Region, Great Lakes and Inland Waters, the Vice-President in Charge of Government Services and Fishing Industries, the VicePresidents at Large and the National Director (or chief executive officer) of each subordinate body or division created or chartered by the Union whenever such subordinate body or division has attained a membership of 3,200 members and has maintained that membership for not less than three (3) months. Such National Director (or chief executive officer) shall be a member of the respective subordinate body or division and must be qualified to hold office under the terms of the Constitution of such division or subordinate body. The Executive Board shall meet no less than twice each year and at such times as the President and/or a majority of the Executive Board may direct. The President shall be chairman of all Executive Board meetings unless absent, in which case the Executive Board shall designate the chairman. Each member of the Executive Board shall be entitled to cast one (1) vote in that body. Its decision shall be determined by majority vote of those voting, providing a quorum of three (3) is present. It shall be the duty of the Executive Board to develop policies, strategies and rules which will advance and protect the interests and welfare of the Union and the members. It shall be the duty of the SecretaryTreasurer or in his absence, an appointee of the Executive Board, to keep accurate minutes of all Executive Board meetings. The Executive Board shall determine per capita tax to be levied and other terms and conditions of affiliation for any group of workers desiring affiliation. The Executive Board may direct the administration of all Union affairs, properties, policies and personnel in any and all areas not otherwise specifically provided for in this Constitution. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the Executive Board may act without holding a formal meeting provided all members are sent notice of the proposed action or actions and the decision thereon is reduced to writing and signed by a majority of the Executive Board. In the event that death, resignation or removal from office for any reason should occur to the President, the Executive Board by majority vote shall name a successor from its own membership who shall fill that vacancy until the next general election. In the event the President is incapacitated for a period of more than thirty (30) days, and the Executive Board by majority vote thereafter determines that such incapacity prevent the President from carrying out his duties, the Executive Board by majority vote may appoint from among its own membership the officer to fill the office of President. This appointment shall terminate upon the President's recovery from such incapacity or upon the expiration of the President's term of office, whichever occurs first. The Executive Board by majority vote may grant requests for leaves d absence with or without pay to officers. In the event that a leave is granted to the President, the Executive Board by a majority vote shall designate from among its own membership who shall exercise the duties of the President during such period of leave. Notwithstanding the provision of Section 1(j) of this Article X, the Executive Board, by majority vote, may determine not to fill any vacancy in any office or job for any part of an unexR~;~ t.;rm. S~.;~))jf.f~~ Delegates. (a) The term "delegates" shall mean those members of the Union and its subordinate bodies or divisions who are elected in accordance with the prov1s10ns of this Constitution to attend the Convention of the Seafarers International Union of North America. The following officers and jobholders, upon their election to office or job shall, during the term of their office or job be delegates to all Conventions of the Seafarers International Union of North America in the following order of priority: President, Executive Vice-President; Vice-President in Charge of Contracts and Contract Enforcement; Secretary-Treasurer; Vice-President in Charge of the Atlantic Coast; Vice-President in Charge of the Gulf Coast; VicePresident in Charge of the West Coast; Vice President in Charge of the Southern Region, Great Lakes and Inland Waters; Vice-President in Charge of Government Services and Fishing Industries; Vi~e-Presidents at Large; Assistant Vice-Presidents; Headquarters Representatives, with priority to those most senior in full book Union membership; and Port Agents, with priority to those most senior in full book Union membership. (b) Each delegate shall, by his vote and otherwise, support those polices agreed upon by the majority of the delegates to the Convention. ( c) The President shall assign to each subordinate body or division that number of delegates to which this Union would have been entitled, if its membership had been increased by the number of members of the subordinate body or division, m accordance with the formula set forth in the Constitution of the Seafarers International Union of North America, except that this provision shall not be applied so as to reduce the number of delegates to which this Union would otherwise had been entitled. Section 16. Committees. (a) Trial Committee. The Trial Committee shall conduct the trials of a person charged and shall submit findings and recommendations as prescribed in this Constitution. It shall be the special obligation of the Trial Committee to observe all the requirements of this Constitution with regard to charges and trials and their findings and recommendations must specifically state whether or not, in the opinion of the Trial Committee, the rights of any accused, under this Constitution, were properly safeguarded. (b) Appeals Committee. 1. The Appeals Committee shall hear all appeals from trial judgments, in accordance with such procedures as are set forth in this Constitution and such rules as may be adopted by a majority vote of the membership not inconsistent therewith. 2. The Appeals Committee shall, within not later than one (1) week after the close of the ·said hearing, make and submit findings and recommendations in accordance with the provisions of this Constitution and such rules as may be adopted by a majority vote of the membership not inconsistent therewith. (c) Annual Financial Committee. 1. The Annual Financial Committee shall make an examination for each annual period of the finances of the Union and shall report fully on their findings and recommendations. Members of this Committee may make dissenting reports, separate recommendations and separate findings. 2. The findings and recommendations of this Committee shall be completed within a reasonable time and after the election of the members thereof, and shall be submitted to the Secretary-Treasurer who shall cause the same to be read in all Ports, as set forth herein. 3. All officers, Union personnel and members are responsible for complying with all demands made for records, bills, vouchers, receipts, etc., by the said Annual Financial Committee. The Committee shall also have available to it the services of the independent certified public accountants retained by the Union. 4. Any action on the said report shall be as determined by a majority vote of the membership. 5. The Annual Financial Committee shall consist of seven (7) full book members in good standing to be elected at Headquarters. No Officer, Headquarters Representative or Port Agent shall be eligible for election to this Committee. Committee members shall be elected at the regular Headquarters' meeting designated by the SecretaryTreasurer. In the event such regular meeting cannot be held for lack of a quorum, Headquarters' Port Agent shall call a special meeting as early as possible for the election of Committee members to serve on the Annual Financial Committee. On the day following these elections and continuing until the Committee has completed its report, each Committee member shall be paid for hours worked at the existing AB Seaman standby rate of pay, but in no event shall they be paid less than eight (8) hours per day. They shall be furnished room and board during the period they are performing their duties. In the event a Committee member ceases to act, no replacement need to be elected unless there are less than three (3) Committee members, in which event they shall suspend their work until a special election for Committee members shall be held as provided above for such number of Committee members as shall be necessary to constitute a Committee of not less than three (3) members in good standing. (d) Strike Committee. 1. In no event shall a general strike take place unless approved by a majority vote of the membership or segment of the Union, whichever applies. 2. In the event a general strike has been approved by the membership the Port Agents in all affected Ports shall call a timely special meeting for the purpose of electing a Strike Committee. This Committee shall be composed of three (3) full book members and their duties shall consist of assisting the Port Agent to effectuate all strike policies and strategies. Article XI Wages and Terms of Office of Officers and Other Elective Jobholders, Union Employees, and Others Section 1. The following elected officers and jobs shall be held for a term of four (4) years; except the term of officers and jobs elected in balloting conducted in 197 5 shall be for five (5) years: President Executive Vice-President Secretary-Treasurer Vice-Presidents Assistant Vice-Presidents Headquarters Representatives Port Agents The term of years set forth here is expressly subject to the provisions for assumption of office as contained in Article XIII, Section 6(b) of this Constitution. Section 2. The term of any elective jobs other than those indicated in Section 1 of this Article shall continue for so long as is necessary to complete the functions thereof, unless sooner terminated by a majority vote of the membership or segment of the Union, whichever applies, whose vote was originally necessary to elect the one or ones serving. Section 3. The compensation to be paid the holder of any office or other elective job shall be determined from time to time by the Executive Board subject to approval of the membership. Section 4. The foregoing provisions of this Article do not apply to any corporation, business, or other venture in which this Union participates, or which it organizes or creates. In such situations, instructions conveyed by the Executive Board shall be followed. Article XII Qualifications for Officers, Assistant Vice-Presidents, Headquarters Representatives, Port Agents, and Other Elective Jobs Section 1. Any member of the Union is eligible to be a candidate for, and hold, any office or the job of Assistant Vice-President, Headquarters Representative, or Port Agent provided: (a) He has at least three (3) years of seatime in an unlicensed capacity aboard an American-flag merchant vessel or vessels. In computing time, time spent in the employ of the Union, its subsidiaries and its affiliates, or in any employment at the Continued on page 29 October 2000 �Proposed Constitution - SIUNA - AGLIWD-NllU Continued from page 28 Union's direction, shall count the same as seatime. Union records, Welfare Plan records and/or company records can be used to determine eligibility; and (b) He has been a full book member in continuous good standing in the Union for at least three (3) years immediately prior to his nomination; and (c) He has at least one hundred (100) days of seatime, in an unlicensed capacity, aboard an American-flag vessel or vessels covered by contract with this Union or one hundred (100) days of employment with, or in any office or job of, the Union, its subsidiaries and its affiliates, or in any employment at the Union's direction or a combination of these, between January 1 and the time of nomination in the election year, except if such seatime is wholly aboard such merchant vessels operating solely upon the Great Lakes or, if such seatime is wholly aboard tugboats, towboats or dredges and contractual employment thereon is for fixed days with equal amount of days off, he shall have at least sixty five (65) days of such seatirne instead of the foregoing one hundred ( 100) days; and (d) He is a citizen of the United States of America; and (e) He is not disqualified by law. He is not receiving a pension from this Union's Pension Fund, if any, or from a Union-Management Fund to which Fund this Union is a party or from a company under contract with this Union. (f) He has not sailed in a licensed capacity aboard an American flag merchant vessel or vessels within twenty four (24) consecutive months immediately prior to the opening of nominations. Section 2. All candidates for, and holders of, other elective jobs not specified in the preceding sections shall be full book members of the Union. Section 3. All candidates for, and holders of elective offices and jobs, whether elected or appointed in accordance with this Constitution, shall maintain full book memberships in good standing. Article XIII Elections for Officers, Assistant Vice-Presidents, Headquarters Representatives, and Port Agents Section 1. Nominations. Except as provided in Section 2(b) of this Article, any full book member may submit his name for nomination for any office, or the job of Assistant Vice-President, Headquarters Representative, or Port Agent, by delivering or causing to be delivered in person, to the office of the Secretary-Treasurer at Headquarters, or sending a letter addressed to the Credentials Committee, in care of the Secretary-Treasurer at the address of Headquarters. This letter shall be dated and shall contain the following: (a) The name of the candidate. (b) His home address and mailing address. (c) His book number. (d) The title of the office or other job for which he is a candidate, including the name of the Port in the event the position sought is that of Port Agent. (e) Proof of citizenship. (f) Proof of seatime and/or employment as required for candidates. (g) In the event the member is on a vessel, he shall notify the Credentials Committee what vessel he is on. This shall be done also if he ships subsequent October 2000 to forwarding his credentials. (h) Annexing a certificate in the following form, signed and dated by the proposed nominee: "I hereby certify that I am not now, nor, for the five (5) years last past, have I been either a member of the Communist Party or convicted of, or served any part of a prison term resulting from conviction of robbery, bribery, extortion, embezzlement, grand larceny, burglary, arson, violation of narcotics laws, murder, rape, assault with intent to kill, assault which inflicts grievous bodily injury, or violation of Title II or III of the Landrum Griffin Act, or conspiracy to commit any such crimes." Dated ............................................... . Signature of Member. ...................... . Book No ................. ... ...................... . Printed forms of the certificate shall be made available to nominees. Where a nominee cannot truthfully execute such a certificate, but is, in fact, legally eligible for an office or job by reason of the restoration of civil rights originally revoked by such conviction or a favorable determination by the Board of Parole of the United States Department of Justice, he shall, in lieu of the foregoing certificate, furnish a complete signed statement of the facts of his case together with true copies of the documents supporting his statement. Any full book member may nominate any other full book member in which event such full book member so nominated shall comply with the provisions of this Article as they are set forth herein relating to the submission of credentials. By reason of the above self nomination provision the responsibility, if any, for notifying a nominee of his nomination to office shall be that of the nominator. All documents required herein must reach Headquarters no earlier than July 15 and no later than August 15 of the election year. The Secretary-Treasurer is charged with safekeeping of these letters and shall turn them over to the Credentials Committee upon the latter 's request. Section 2. Credentials Committee (a) A Credentials Committee shall be elected at the regular meeting in August of the election year at the Port where Headquarters is located. It shall consist of six (6) full book members in attendance at the meeting with two (2) members to be elected from each of the Deck, Engine and Steward Departments. No officer, Assistant Vice-President, Headquarters Representative, or Port Agent, or candidate for office of the job of Assistant Vice-President, Headquarters Representative, or Port Agent, shall be eligible for election to this Committee except as provided for in Article X, Section 4. In the event any Committee member is unable to serve, the Committee shall suspend until the President or Executive Vice-President or the Secretary-Treasurer, in that order, calls a special meeting at the Port where Headquarters is located in order to elect a replacement. The Committee's results shall be by majority vote with any tie vote being resolved by a majority of the membership at a special meeting called for that purpose at that Port. (b) After its election, the Committee shall immediately go into session. It shall determine whether the person has submitted his application correctly and possesses the necessary qualifications. The Committee shall prepare a report listing each applicant and his book number under the office or job he is seeking. Each applicant shall be marked "qualified" or "disqualified" according to the findings of the Committee. Where an applicant has been marked "disquali- fied," the reason therefore must be stated in the report. Where a tie vote has been resolved by a special meeting of the membership, that fact shall also be noted with sufficient detail. The report shall be signed by all of the Committee members and be completed and submitted to the Ports in time for the next regular meeting after their election. At this meeting, it shall be read and incorporated in the minutes and then posted on the bulletin board in each Port. On the last day of nominations, one (I) member of the Committee shall stand by in Headquarters to accept delivery of credentials. All credentials must be in Headquarters by midnight of closing day. (c) When an applicant has been disqualified by the Committee, he shall be notified immediately by telegram at the address listed by him pursuant to Section I of this Article. He shall also be sent a letter containing their reasons for such disqualification by airmail, special delivery, registered or certified, to the mailing address designated pursuant to Section 1(b) of this Article. A disqualified applicant shall have the right to take an appeal to the membership from the decision of the Committee. He shall forward copies of such appeal to each Port where the appeal shall be presented and voted upon at a regular meeting no later than the second meeting after the Committee's election. It is the responsibility of the applicant to insure timely delivery of his appeal. In any event, without prejudice to his written appeal, the applicant may appear in person before the Committee within two (2) days after the day on which the telegram is sent to correct his application or argue for his qualification. The Committee's report shall be prepared early enough to allow the applicant to appear before it within the time set forth in this Constitution and still reach the Ports in time for the first regular meeting after its election. (d) A majority vote of the membership shall, in the case of such appeals, be sufficient to overrule any disqualification by the Credentials Committee in which event the one so previously classified shall then be deemed qualified. (e) The Credentials Committee, in passing upon the qualifications of candidates, shall have the right to conclusively presume that anyone nominated and qualified in previous elections for candidacy for any office, or the job of Assistant VicePresident, Headquarters Representative or Port Agent has met all the requirements of Section l(a) of Article XII. Section 3. Balloting Procedures. (a) Balloting in the manner hereafter provided shall commence on November I st of the election year and shall continue through December 31st, exclusive of Sundays and (for each individual Port) holidays legally recognized in the City of which the Port affected is located. If November 1st and December 3 lst falls on a holiday legally recognized in a Port in the City in which that Port is located, the balloting period in such Port shall commence or terminate, as the case may be, on the next succeeding business day. Subject to the foregoing, for the purpose of full book members securing their ballots, the Ports shall be open from 9:00 A.M. to 12 Noon, Monday through Saturday, excluding holidays. (b) Balloting shall be by mail. The Secretary-Treasurer shall insure the proper and timely preparation of ballots without partiality as to candidates or Ports. The ballots may contain general information and instructive comments not inconsistent with the provisions of this Constitution. All qualified candidates shall be listed thereon alphabetically within each category with book number and job seniority classification status. The listing of the Ports shall first set forth Headquarters and then shall follow a geographical pattern commencing with the most northerly Port of the Atlantic Coast, following the Atlantic Coast down to the most southerly Port on that coast, then westerly along the Gulf of Mexico and so on, until the list of Ports is exhausted. Any Port outside the Continental United States shall then be added. There shall be no write-in voting and no provisions for the same shall appear on the ballot. Each ballot shall be so prepared as to have the number thereon place at the top thereof and shall be so perforated as to enable that portion containing the said number to be easily removed to insure secrecy of the ballot. On this removable portion shall also be placed a short statement indicating the nature of the ballot and the voting date thereof. (c) The ballots so prepared at the direction of the Secretary-Treasurer shall be the only official ballots. No others may be used. Each ballot shall be numbered as indicated in the preceding paragraphs and shall be numbered consecutively, commencing with number 1. A sufficient amount shall be printed and distributed to each Port. A record of the ballots, both by serial numbers and amount, sent thereto, shall be maintained by the Secretary-Treasurer who shall also send each Port Agent a verification list indicating the amount and serial numbers of the ballots sent. The Secretary-Treasurer shall also send to each Port Agent a sufficient amount of blank opaque envelopes containing the word, "Ballot" on the face of the envelope, as well as a sufficient amount of opaque mailing envelopes, first class postage prepaid and printed on the face thereon as the addressee shall be the name and address of the depository for the receipt of such ballots as designated by the President in the manner provided by Article X, Section 1, of this Constitution. In the upper left-hand corner of such mailing envelope, there shall be printed thereon, as a top line, provision for the voter's signature and on another line immediately thereunder, provision for the printing of the voter's name and book number. In addition, the Secretary-Treasurer shall also send a sufficient amount of mailing envelopes identical with the mailing envelopes mentioned above, except that they shall be of different color, and shall contain on the face of such envelope, in bold letters, the word, "Challenge." The SecretaryTreasurer shall further furnish a sufficient amount of "Roster Sheets" which shall have printed thereon, at the top thereof, the year of the election, and immediately thereunder, five (5) vertical columns designated date, ballot number, signature full book member's name, book number and comments, and such roster sheets shall contain horizontal lines immediately under the captions of each of the above five (5) columns. The Secretary-Treasurer shall also send a sufficient amount of envelopes with the printed name and address of the depository on the face thereof, and in the upper left-hand comer, the name of the Port and address, and on the face of such envelope, should be printed the words, "Roster Sheets and Ballot Stubs". Each Port Agent shall maintain separate records of the ballots sent him and shall inspect and count the ballots when received to insure that the amount sent, as well as the number thereon, conform to the amount and numbers listed by the Secretary-Treasurer as having been sent to that Port. The Port Agent shall immediately execute and return to the Secretary-Treasurer a receipt acknowledging the correctness of the amount and the numbers of the ballots sent, or shall notify the Secretary-Treasurer of any discrepancy. Discrepancies shall be corrected as soon as possible prior to the voting period. In any event, receipts shall be forwarded for all the aforementioned election material actually received. The Secretary-Treasurer shall prepare a file in which shall be kept memoranda and correspondence dealing with the election. This file shall at all times be available to any member asking for inspection of the same at the office of the SecretaryTreasurer and shall be turned over to the Union Tallying Committee. ( d) Balloting shall be secret. Only full book members in good standing may vote. Each full book member may secure his ballot at Port offices from the Port Agent or his duly designated representative at such Port. Each Port Agent shall designate an area at the Port office over which should be posted the legend "Voting Ballots Secured Here." When a full book member appears to vote he shall present his book to the Port Agent or his aforementioned duly designated representative. The Port Agent or his duly designated representative shall insert on the roster sheet under the appropriate column the date, the number of the ballot given to such member and his full book number, and the member shall then sign his name on such roster sheet under the appropriate column. Such member shall have his book stamped with the word, "Voted" and the date, and shall be given a ballot, and simultaneously the perforation on the top of the ballot shall be removed. At the same time the member shall be given the envelope marked "Ballot" together with the prepaid postage-mailing envelope addressed to the depository. The member shall take such ballot and envelopes and in secret thereafter, mark his ballot, fold the same, insert it in the blank envelope marked "Ballot", seal the same, then insert such "Ballot" envelope into the mailing envelope, seal such mailing envelope, sign his name on the upper lefthand comer on the first line of such mailing envelope and on the second line in the upper left-hand comer print his name and book number, after which he shall mail or cause the same to be mailed. ln the event a full book member appears to vote and is not in good standing or does not have his membership book with him or it appears for other valid reasons he is not eligible to vote, the same procedure as provided above shall apply to him, except that on the roster sheet under the column "Comments'', notation should be made that the member voted a c~allenged ballot and the reason for his challenge. Such member's membership book shall be stamped "Voted Challenge", and the date, and such member instead of the abovementioned mailing envelope, shall be given the mailing envelope of a different color marked on the face thereof with the word, "Challenge". At the end of each day, the Port Agent or his duly designated representative shall enclose in the envelope addressed to the depository and marked "Roster Sheets and Ballots Stubs", the roster sheet or sheets executed by the members that day together with the numbered perforated slips removed from the ballots which had been given to the members, and then mail the same to such depository. To insure that an adequate supply of all balloting material is maintained in all Ports at all times, the Port Agent or his duly designated representative, simultaneously with mailing of the roster sheets and ballot stubs to the depository at the end of each day, shall also make a copy of the roster sheet for that day and mail the same to the SecretaryTreasurer at Headquarters. The Port Agent shall be responsible for the proper safeguarding of all election Continued on page 30 Seafarers LOG 29 �Proposed Constitution- SIUNA - AGLIWD-NMU Continued from page 29 material and shall not release any of it until duly called for and shall insure that no one tampers with the material placed in his custody. (e) Full book members may request and vote an absentee ballot under the following circumstances: while such member is employed on a Union contracted vessel and which vessel's schedule does not provide for it to be at a Port in which a ballot can be secured during the time and period provided for in Section 3(a) of this Article or is in an accredited hospital any time during the first ten (10) days of the month of November of the election year. The member shall make a request for an absentee ballot by registered or certified mail or the equivalent mailing device at the location from which such request is made, if such be the case. Such request shall contain a designation as to the address to which such member wishes his absentee ballot returned. The request shall be postmarked no later than 12:00 P.M. on the 15th day of November of the election year, shall be directed to the SecretaryTreasurer at Headquarters and must be delivered no later than the 25th of such November. The SecretaryTreasurer shall determine whether such member is eligible to vote such absentee ballot. The SecretaryTreasurer, if he determines that such member is so eligible, shall by the 30th of such November, send by registered mail, return receipt requested, to the address so designated by such member, a "Ballot", after removing the perforated numbered stub, together with the hereinbefore mentioned "Ballot" envelope, and mailing envelope addressed to the depository, except that printed on the face of such mailing envelope shall be the words "Absentee Ballot" and appropriate voting instructions shall accompany such mailing to the member. If the Secretary-Treasurer determines that such member is ineligible to receive such absentee ballot, he shall nevertheless send such member the aforementioned ballot with accompanying material except that the mailing envelope addressed to the depository shall have printed on the face thereof the words "Challenged Absentee Ballot." The SecretaryTreasurer shall keep records of all of the foregoing, including the reasons for determining such member's ineligibility, which records shall be open for inspection by full book members and upon the convening of the Union Tallying Committee, presented to them. The Secretary-Treasurer shall send to all Ports the names and book numbers of the members to whom absentee ballots were sent. (f) All ballots to be counted must be received by the depository no later than the January 5th immediately subsequent to the election year and must be postmarked no later than 12 midnight December 31st of the election year. Section 4. (a) At the close of the last day of the period for securing ballots, the Port Agent in each Port, in addition to his duties set forth above, shall deliver or mail to Headquarters by registered or certified mail, attention Union Tallying Committee, all unused ballots and shall specifically set forth by serial number and amount the unused ballots so forwarded. (b) The Union Tallying Committee shall consist of twenty (20) full book members. Two (2) shall be elected from each of the ten (10) Ports of New York, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Mobile, New Orleans, Houston, Detroit-Algonac, San Francisco, St. Louis and Piney Point. The election shall be held at the regular meeting in December of the election year or, if the Executive Board otherwise determines prior thereto, at a special meeting held in the aforesaid Ports, on the first business day of 30 Seafarers LOB the last week of said month. No officer, Assistant Vice-President, Headquarters Representative, Port Agent, or candidate for office, or the job of Assistant Vice-President, Headquarters Representative, or Port Agent shall be eligible for election to this Committee except as provided for in Article X, Section 4. In addition to the duties herein set forth, the Union Tallying Committee shall be charged with the tallying of all the ballots and the preparation of a closing report setting forth, in complete detail, the results of the election, including a complete accounting of all ballots and stubs, and reconciliation of the same with the rosters and receipts of the Port Agents, all with detailed reference to serial numbers and amount and with each total broken down into Port totals. The Union Tallying Committee shall have access to all election records and files for their inspection, examination and verification. The report shall clearly detail all discrepancies discovered and shall contain recommendations for the treatment of these discrepancies. All members of the Committee shall sign the report, without prejudice, however, to the right of any member thereof to submit a dissenting report as to the accuracy of the count and the validity of the ballots, with pertinent details. In connection with the tally of ballots there shall be no counting of ballots until all mailing envelopes containing valid ballots have first been opened, the ballot envelopes removed intact and then all of such ballot envelopes mixed together, after which such ballot envelopes shall be opened and counted in such multiples as the Committee may deem expedient and manageable. The Committee shall resolve all issues on challenged ballots and then tally those found valid utilizing the same procedure as provided in the preceding sentence either jointly or separately. (c) The members of the Union Tallying Committee shall, after their election, proceed to the Port in which Headquarters is located, to arrive at that Port no later than January 5th of the year immediately after the election year. Each member of the Committee not elected from the Port in which Headquarters is located shall be reimbursed for transportation, meals, and lodging expenses occasioned by their traveling to and returning from that Port. Committee members elected from the Port in which Headquarters is located shall be similarly reimbursed, except for transportation. All members of the Committee shall also be paid at the prevailing standby rate of pay from the day subsequent to their election to the day they return, in normal course, to the Port from which they were elected. The Union Tallying Committee shall elect a chairman from among themselves and, subject to the express terms of this Constitution, adopt its own procedures. All decisions of such Committee and the contents of their report shall be valid if made by a majority vote, provided there be a quorum in attendance, which quorum is hereby fixed at ten (10). The Committee, but not less than a quorum thereof, shall have the sole right and duty to obtain all mailed ballots and the other mailed election material from the depository and to insure their safe custody during the course of the Committee's proceedings. The proceedings of the Committee, except for their organizational meeting and their actual preparation of the closing report and dissent therefrom, if any, shall be open to any member provided he observes decorum. Any candidate may act as an observer and/or designate another member to act as his observer at the counting of the ballots. In no event shall issuance of the above referred to closing report of the Committee be delayed beyond January 31st imme- diately subsequent to the close of the election year. In the discharge of its duties, the Committee may call upon and utilize the services of clerical employees of the Union. The Committee shall be discharged upon the completion of the issuance and dispatch of its report as required in this Article. In the event a recheck and recount is ordered pursuant to this Article, the Committee shall be reconstituted, except that if any member thereof is not available, a substitute therefore shall be elected from the appropriate Port at a special meeting held for that purpose as soon as possible (d) The report of the committee shall be made up in sufficient copies to comply with the following requirements: two (2) copies shall be mailed by the Committee to each Port Agent and the Secretary-Treasurer no later than January 31st immediately subsequent to the close of the election year. As soon a these copies are received, each Port Agent shall post one (1) copy of the report on the bulletin board in a conspicuous manner and notify the Secretary-Treasurer, in writing, as to the date of such posting. This copy shall be kept posted until after the Election Report Meeting which shall be the March regular membership meeting immediately following the close of the election year. At the Election Report Meeting, the other copy of the report shall be read verbatim. (e) Any full book member claiming a violation of the election and balloting procedure or the conduct of the same, shall within seventy two (72) hours of the occurrence of the claimed violation notify the Secretary-Treasurer at Headquarters, in writing by certified mail, of the same, setting forth his name, book number and the details so that appropriate corrective action, if warranted, may be taken. The SecretaryTreasurer shall expeditiously investigate the facts concerning the claimed violation, take such action as may be necessary, if any, and make a report and recommendation, if necessary, a copy of which shall be sent to the member and the original shall be filed for the Union Tallying Committee for their appropriate action, report and recommendation, if any. The foregoing shall not be applicable to matters involving the Credentials Committee's action or report, the provisions of Article XIII, Sections I and 2 being the pertinent provisions applicable to such matters. All protests as to any and all aspects of the election and balloting procedures or the conduct of the same not passed upon by the Union Tallying Committee in its report, excluding therefrom matters involving the Credentials Committee's action or report as provided in the last sentence of the immediately preceding paragraph, but including the procedure and report of the Union Tallying Committee, shall be filed in writing by certified mail with the Secretary-Treasurer at Headquarters to be received no later than the February 25th immediately subsequent to the close of the election year. It shall be the responsibility of the member to insure that his written protest is received by the SecretaryTreasurer no later than such February 25th. The Secretary-Treasurer shall forward copies of such written protest to all Ports in sufficient time to be read at the Election Report Meeting. The written protest shall contain the full book member's name, book number, and all details constituting the protest. (f) At the Election Report Meeting the report and recommendation of the Union Tallying Committee, including but not limited to discrepancies, protests passed upon by them, as well as protests filed with the Secretary-Treasurer as provided for in Section (e) immediately above shall be acted upon by the meeting. A majority vote of the membership shall decide what action, if any, in accordance with the Constitution shall be taken thereon, which action, however, shall not include the ordering of a special vote, unless reported discrepancies or protested procedure or conduct found to have occurred and to be violative of the Constitution affected the results of the vote for any office or job, in which event the special vote shall be restricted to such office, offices and/or job or jobs, as the case may be. A majority of the membership at the Election Report Meetings may order a recheck and recount when a dissent to the closing report has been issued by three (3) or more members of the Union Tallying Committee. Except for the contingencies provided for in this Section 4(f), the closing report shall be accepted as final. There shall be no further protest or appeal from the action of the majority of the membership at the Election Report Meetings. (g) Any special vote ordered pursuant to Section 4( f) shall be commenced within ninety (90) days after the first day of the month immediately subsequent to the Election Report Meetings mentioned above. The depository shall be the same as designated for the election from which the special vote is ordered. And the procedures shall be the same as provided for in Section 3, except where specific dates are provided for, the days shall be the dates applicable which provide for the identical time and days originally provided for in Section 3. The Election Report Meeting for the aforesaid special vote shall be that meeting immediately subsequent to the report of the Union Tallying Committee separated by one (1) calendar month. Section S. Elected Officers and Jobholders. A candidate unopposed for any office or job shall be deemed elected to such office or job notwithstanding that his name may appear on the ballot. The Union Tallying Committee shall not be required to tally completely the results of the voting for such unopposed candidate but shall certify in their report that such unopposed candidate has been elected to such office or job. The Election Report Meeting shall accept the above certification of the Union Tallying Committee without change. Section 6. Installation into Office and the Job of Assistant VicePresident, Headquarters Representative or Port Agent. (a) The person elected shall be that person having the largest number of votes cast for the particular office or job involved. Where more than one ( 1) person is to be elected for a particular office or job, the proper number of candidates receiving the successively highest number of votes shall be declared elected. These determinations shall be made only from the results deemed final and accepted as provided in this Article. It shall be the duty of the President to notify each individual elected. (b) The duly elected officers and other job holders shall take over their respective offices and jobs and assume the duties thereof at midnight of the night of the Election Report Meeting, or the next regular meeting, depending upon which meeting the results as to each of the foregoing are deemed final and accepted, as provided in this Article. The term of their predecessors shall continue up to, and expire at that time, not withstanding anything to the contrary contained in Article XI, Section 1. This shall not apply where the successful candidate cannot assume his office because he is at sea. In such event, a majority vote of the membership may grant additional time for the assumption of the office or job. In the event of the failure of the newly-elected President to assume office the provisions of Article X, Section 12 shall apply until the expiration of the term. All other cases of failure to assume office shall be dealt with as decided by a majority vote of the membership. Section 7. The Secretary-Treasurer is specifically charged with the preservation and retention of all election records, including the ballots, as required by law, and is directed and authorized to issue such other and further directives as to the election procedures as are required by law, which directives shall be part of the election procedures of this Union. Article XIV Other Elections Section 1. Trial Committee A Trial Committee shall be elected at a special meeting, held at 10:00 A.M. the next business day following the regular meeting of the Port where the trial is to take place. It shall consist of five (5) full book members, three (3) of which shall constitute a quorum. No officer, Assistant VicePresident, Headquarters Representative, Port Agent or other Union personnel may be elected to serve on a Trial Committee. No member who intends to be a witness in the pending trial may serve, nor may any member who cannot for any reason, render an honest decision. It shall be the duty of every member to decline nomination if he knows, or has reason to believe, any of the foregoing disqualifications apply to him. The members of this Committee shall be elected under such generally applicable rules as are adopted by a majority vote of the membership. Section 2. Appeals Committee. The Appeals Committee shall consist of seven (7) full book members, five (5) of whom shall constitute a quorum, elected at the Port where Headquarters is located. The same disqualifications and duties of members shall apply with regard to this Committee as apply to the Trial Committee. In addition, no member may serve on an Appeals Committee in the hearing of an appeal from a Trial Committee decision if the said member was a member of the Trial Committee. ArtlcleD Trials and Appeals Section 1. Any member may bring charges against any other member for the commission of an offense as set forth in this Constitution. These charges shall be in writing and signed by the accuser who shall also include his book number. The accuser shall deliver these charges to the Port Agent of the Port nearest the place of the offense, or the Port of pay-off, if the offense took place aboard ship. He shall also request the Port Agent to present these charges at the next regular meeting. The accuser may withdraw his charges before the meeting takes place. Section 2. After presentation of the charges and the request to the Port Agent, the Port Agent shall cause those charges to be read at the said meeting. If the charges are rejected by a majority vote of the Port, no further action may be taken thereon, unless ruled otherwise by a majority vote of the membership of the Union within ninety (90) days thereafter. If the charges are accepted, and the accused is present, he shall be automatically on notice that he will be tried the following morning. At his request, the trial shall be postponed until the morning following the next regular meeting at which time the Trial Committee will then be elected. He shall also be handed a written copy of the charges made against him. If the accused is not present, the Port Agent shall immediately cause to be sent to him, by registered mail Continued on page 31 October 2000 �Proposed Constitution - SIUllA - AGLIWD-llMU Continued from page 30 addressed to his last known mailing address on file with the Union, a copy of the charges, the names and book numbers of the accusers, and a notification that he must appear with his witnesses ready for trial the morning after the next regular meeting, at which meeting the Trial Committee will be elected. In the event a majority of the membership of the Union shall vote to accept charges after their rejection by a Port, the trial shall take place in the Port where Headquarters is located. Due notice thereof shall be given to the accused who shall be informed of the name of his accusers and who shall receive a written statement of the charges. At the request of the accused, transportation and subsistence shall be provided the accused and his witnesses. Section 3. The Trial Committee shall hear all pertinent evidence and shall not be bound by the rules of evidence required by courts of law but may receive all relevant testimony. The Trial Committee may grant adjournments, at the request of the accused, to enable him to make a proper defense. In the event the Trial Committee falls beneath the quorum, it shall adjourn until a quorum does exist. Section 4. No trial shall be conducted unless all the accusers are present. The Trial Committee shall conduct the trial except that the accused shall have the right to cross-examine the accuser, or accusers and the witnesses, as well as to conduct his own defense. The accused may select any member to assist him in his defense at the trial, provided (a) the said member is available at the time of the ·al, and (b) the said member agrees to render such assistance. If the accused challenges the qualifications of the members o{ the Trial Committee, or states that the charges do not adequately inform him of what wrong he allegedly committed, or the time and place of such commission, such matters shall be ruled upon and disposed of prior to proceeding on the merits of their defense. The guilt of an accused shall be found only if proven by the weight of the evidence, and the burden of such proof shall be upon the accuser. Every finding shall be based on the quality of the evidence and not solely on the number of witnesses produced. Section S. The Trial Committee shall make findings as to guilt or innocence, and recommendations as to punishment and/or other Union action deemed desirable in the light of the proceedings. hese findings and recommendations shall be those of a majority of the Committee, and shall be in writing, as shall be any dissent. The Committee shall forward its findings and recommendations, along with any dissent to the Port Agent of the Port where the trial took place, while a copy thereof shall be forwarded to the accused and the accuser, either in person or by mail addressed to their last known addresses. The findings shall include a statement that the rights of the accused under this Constitution were properly safeguarded. The findings also must contain the charges made, the date of the trial, the name and address of the accused, the accuser, and each witness; shall describe each document used at the trial; shall contain a fair summary of the proceedings; and shall state the findings as to guilt or innocence. If possible, all documents used at the trial shall be kept. All findings and recommendations shall be made a part of the regular files. Section 6. The Port Agent of the Port of Trial shall, upon receipt of the findings and recommendations of the Trial Committee, cause the findings and recommendations to be presented and entered into the minutes at the Ot:lober 2000 next regular meeting. Section 7. The Port Agent shall send the record of the entire proceedings to Headquarters, which shall cause sufficient copies thereof to be made and sent to each port in time for the next regularly scheduled meeting. Section 8. At the latter meeting, the proceedings shall be discussed. The meeting shall then vote. A majority vote of the membership of the Union shall: (a) Accept the findings and recommendations, or (b) Reject the findings and recommendations, or (c) Accept the findings but modify the recommendations, or (d) Order a new trial after finding that substantial justice has not been done with regard to the charges. In this event, a new trial shall take place at the Port where Headquarters is located and upon application, the accused, the accusers, and their witnesses shall be furnished transportation and subsistence. Section 9. After the vote set forth in Section 8, any punishment so decided upon shall become effective. Headquarters shall cause notice of the results thereof to be sent to each accused and accuser. Section 10. An accused who has been found guilty or who is under effective punishment may appeal in the following manner: He may send or deliver a notice of appeal to Headquarters within thirty (30) days after receipt of the notice of the decision of the membership. Section 11. At the next regular meeting of the Port where Headquarters is located, after receipt of the notice of appeal, the notice shall be presented and shall then become part of the minutes. An Appeals Committee shall then be elected. The Vice-President in Charge of Contracts and Contract Enforcement is charged with the duty of presenting the before-mentioned proceedings and all available documents used as evidence at the trial to the Appeals Committee, as well as any written statement or argument submitted by the accused. The accused may argue his appeal in person, if he so desires. The appeal shall be heard at Union Headquarters on the night the committee is elected. It shall be the responsibility of the accused to insure that his written statement or argument arrives at Headquarters in time for such presentation. Section 12. The Appeals Committee shall decide the appeal as soon as possible, consistent with fair consideration of the evidence and arguments before it. It may grant adjournments and may request the accused or accusers to present arguments whenever necessary for such fair consideration. Section 13. The decision of the Appeals Committee shall be by majority vote and shall be in the form of findings and recommendations. Dissents will be allowed. Decisions and dissents shall be in writing and signed by those participating in such decision or dissent. In making its findings and recommendations, the Committee shall be governed by the following: (a) No finding of guilt shall be reversed if there is substantial evidence to support such a finding and, in such case, the Appeals Committee shall not make its own findings as to the weight of evidence. (b) In no event shall increased punishment be recommended. (c) A new trial shall be recommended if the Appeals Committee finds: (a) that any member of the Trial Committee should have been disqualified, or (b) that the accused was not adequately informed of the details of the charged offense, which resulted in his not having been given a fair trial, or (c) that for any other reason, the accused was not given a fair trial. (d) If there is not substantial evi- dence to support a finding of guilt, the Appeals Committee shall recommend that the charge on which the finding was based be dismissed. (e) The Appeals Committee may recommend lesser punishment. Section 14. The Appeals Committee shall deliver its decision and dissent, if any, to Headquarters, which shall cause sufficient copies to be published and shall have them sent to each Port in time to reach there before the next regular scheduled meeting. Headquarters shall also send a copy to each accused and accuser at their last known address, or notify them in person. Section 15. At the meeting indicated in Section 14 of this Article, the membership, by a majority vote, shall accept, the decision of the Appeals Committee, or the dissent therein. If there is no dissent, the decision of the Appeals Committee shall stand. If a new trial is ordered, that trial shall be held in the Port where Headquarters is located in the manner provided for in Section 2 of this Article. Any decision so providing for a new trial shall contain such directions as will insure a fair hearing to the accused. Section 16. Headquarters shall notify the accused and each accuser, either in person or in writing addressed to their last known address, of the results of the appeal. A further appeal shall be allowed as set forth in Section 17 of this Article. Section 17. Each member is charged with knowledge of the provisions of the Constitution of the Seafarers International Union of North America, and the rights of, and procedure as to, further appeal as provided for therein. Decisions reached thereunder shall be binding on all members of the Union. Section 18. It shall be the duty of all members of the Union to take all steps within their constitutional power to carry out the terms of any effective decisions. Section 19. Every accused shall receive a written copy of the charges preferred against him and shall be given a reasonable time to prepare his defense, but he may thereafter plead guilty and waive any or all of the other rights and privileges granted to him by this Article. If an accused has been properly notified of his trial and fails to attend without properly requesting a postponement, the Trial Committee may hold its trial without his presence. Article XVI Offenses and Penafties Section 1. Upon proof of the commission of the following offenses, the member shall be expelled from membership: (a) Proof of membership in any organization advocating the overthrow of the Government of the United States by force; (b) Acting as an informer against the interest of the Union or the membership in any organizational campaign; (c) Acting as an informer for, or agent of, the company against the interest of the membership or the Union; (d) The commission of any act as part of a conspiracy to destroy the Union. Section 2. Upon proof of the commission of any of the following offenses, the member shall be penalized up to and including a penalty of expulsion from the Union. In the event the penalty of expulsion is not invoked or recommended, the penalty shall not exceed suspension from the rights and privileges of membership for more than two (2) years, or a fine of fifty dollars ($50.00) or both: (a) Willfully misappropriating or misusing Union property of the value in excess of fifty dollars ($50.00). (b) Unauthorized use of Union property, records, stamps, seals, etc., for the purpose of personal gain; (c) Willful misuse of any office or job, elective or not, within the Union for the purpose of personal gain, financial or otherwise, or the willful refusal or failure to execute the duties or functions of the said office or job, or gross neglect or abuse in executing such duties or functions or other serious misconduct or breach of trust. The President may, during the pendency of disciplinary proceedings under this subsection, suspend the officer or jobholder from exercising the functions of the office or job, with or without pay, and designate his temporary replacement; (d) Unauthorized voting, or unauthorized handling of ballots, stubs, rosters, verification lists, ballot boxes, or election files, or election material of any sort; (e) Preferring charges with knowledge that such charges are false; ( f) Making or transmitting, with intent to deceive, false reports or communications which fall within the scope of Union business; (g) Deliberate failure or refusal to join one's ship or misconduct or neglect of duty aboard ship, to the detriment of the Union or its agreements; (h) Deliberate and unauthorized interference, or deliberate and malicious vilification, with regard to the execution of the duties of any office or job; (i) Paying for, or receiving money for, employment aboard a vessel, exclusive of proper earnings and Union payments; (j) Willful refusal to submit evidence of affiliation for the purpose of avoiding or delaying money payments to the Union, or unauthorized transferring or receiving evidence of Union affiliation, with intent to deceive; (k) Willful failure or refusal to carry out the order of those duly authorized to make such orders during time of strike; (l) Failure or refusal to pay a fine or assessment within the time limit set therefore either by the Constitution or by action taken in accordance with the Constitution. Section 3. Upon proof of the commission of any of the following offenses, members shall be penalized up to and including a suspension from the rights and privileges of membership for two (2) years, or a fine of fifty dollars ($50.00) or both: (a) Willfully misappropriating or misusing Union property of the value under fifty dollars ($50.00); (b) Assuming any office or job, whether elective or not with knowledge of the lack of possession of the qualifications required therefore; (c) Misconduct during any meeting or other official Union proceeding, or bringing the Union into disrepute by conduct not provided for elsewhere in this Article; (d) Refusal or negligent failure to carry out orders of those duly authorized to make such orders at any time. Section 4. Upon proof of the commission of any of the following offenses, members shall be penalized up to and including suspension from the rights and privileges of membership for one ( 1) year or a fine of three hundred dollars ($300.00) or both: (a) Crossing a picket line sanctioned by the Union; (b) Failure to perform picket duty in strikes. Section S. Upon proof of the commission of any of the following offenses, members shall be penalized up to and including a fine of fifty dollars ($50.00): (a) Refusal or willful failure to be present at sign-ons or payoffs; (b) Willful failure to submit his Union book to Union representatives at pay-off; ( c) Disorderly conduct at pay-off or sign-on; ( d) Refusal to cooperate with Union representatives in discharging their duties; ( e) Disorderly conduct in the Union hall; (f) Gambling in the Union hall; (g) Negligent failure to join ship. Section 6. Any member who has committed an offense penalized by no more than a fine of three hundred dollars ($300.00) may elect to waive his rights under this Constitution subject to the provision of Article XV, Section 19 and to pay the maximum fine of three hundred dollars ($300.00) to the duly authorized representative of the Union. Section 7. This Union, and its members, shall not be deemed to waive any claim of personal or property rights to which it or its members are entitled by bringing the member to trial or enforcing a penalty as provided in this Constitution. Section 8. Any member under suspension for an offense under this Article shall continue to pay all dues and assessments and must observe his duties to the Union, members, officials, and jobholders. Article XVII Publications This Union may publish such pamphlets, journals, newspapers, magazines, periodicals and general literature, in such manner as may be determined, from time to time, by the Executive Board. Article XVIII Bonds Officers and jobholders, whether elected or appointed as well as all other employees handling monies of the Union shall be bonded as required by law. Article XIX Expenditures Section 1. In the event no contrary policies or instructions are in existence, the President may authorize, make, or incur such expenditures and expenses as are normally encompassed within the authority conferred upon him by Article X of this Constitution. Section 2. The provlSlons of Section 1 shall similarly apply to the routine accounting and administrative procedures of the Union except those primarily concerned with trials, appeals, negotiations, strikes, and elections. Section 3. The provisions of this Article shall supersede to the extent applicable; the provisions of Article X of this Constitution. Article XX Income Section 1. The income of this Union shall include dues, initiation fees, fines, assessments, contributions, loans, interest, dividends as well as income derived from any other legitimate business operation or other legitimate source. Section 2. An official Union receipt, properly filled out, shall be given to anyone paying money to the Union or to any person authorized by the Union to receive money. It shall be the duty of every person affiliated with the Union who makes such payments to demand such receipt. Section 3. No assessments shall be levied except after a ballot conducted under such general rules as may be decided upon by a majority vote of the membership, provided that: (a) The ballot must be secret. (b) The assessment must be approved by a majority of the valid ballots cast. Section 4. Except as otherwise Continued on page 32 Seafarel'S LOS 31 �Proposed Constitution - SIUllA - AGLIWD-llMU Continued from page 31 provided by law, all payments by members or other affiliates of this Union shall be applied successively to the monetary obligations owed the Union commencing with the oldest in point of time, as measured from the date of accrual of such obligation. The period of arrears shall be calculated accordingly. Section 5. To the extent deemed appropriate by the majority of the Executive Board, funds and assets of the Union may be kept in an account or accounts without separation as to purpose and expended for all Union purposes and objects. Article XXI Other Types of Union Afflllation To the extent permitted by law, this Union, by majority vote of the membership, may provide for affiliation with it by individuals in a lesser capacity than membership, or in a capacity other than membership. By majority vote of the membership the Union may provide for the rights and obligations incident to such capacities or affiliations. These rights and obligations may include, but are not limited to (a) the applicability or non-applicability of all or any part of the Constitution; (b) the terms of such affiliation; (c) the right of the Union to peremptory termination of such affiliation and, (d) the fees required for such affiliation. In no event may anyone not a member receive evidence of affiliation equivalent to that of members, receive priority or rights over members, or be termed a member. Article XIII Quorums Section 1. Unless elsewhere herein otherwise specifically provided, the quorum for a special meeting of a Port shall be six (6) full book members. Section 2. The quorum for a regular meeting of a Port shall be t\X~n­ fy'!five (25) ri:tembent Section 3. Unless otherwise specifically set forth herein, the decisions, reports, recommendations, or other functions of any segment of the Union requiring a quorum to act officially, shall be a majority of those voting, and shall not be official or effective unless the quorum requirements are met. Section 4. Unless otherwise indicated herein, where the requirements for a quorum are not specifically set forth, a quorum shall be deemed to be a majority of those composing the applicable segment of the Union. Article XXlll Meetings { - Section 1. Regular membership meetings shall be held monthly only in the following constitutional Ports at the following times: During the week following the first Sunday of every month a meeting shall be held on Monday-at Piney Point; on Tuesday-at New York; on Wednesday-at Philadelphia; on Thursday-at Baltimore; and on Friday-at Detroit-Algonac. During the next week, meetings shall be held on Monday-at Houston; on Tuesday-at New Orleans; on Wednesday-at Mobile; on Thursday-at San Francisco; and on Friday-at St. Louis. All regular membership meetings shall commence at 10:30 A.M. local time. Where a meeting day falls on a Holiday officially designated as such by the authorities of the state or municipality in which a Port is located, the Port meeting shall take place on the following business day. Saturday and Sunday shall not be deemed business days. The Area Vice-Presidents shall be the chairmen of all regular meetings 32 Sealarers LOB in Ports in their respective areas. In the event the Area Vice-Presidents are unable to attend a regular meeting of a Port, they shall instruct the Port Agents, or other elected jobholders, to act as chairmen of the meetings. In the event a quorum is not present at 10:30 AM. the chairman of the meeting at the pertinent Port shall postpone the opening of the meeting but in no event later than 11 :00 A.M. Section 2. A special meeting at a Port may be called only at the direction of the Area Vice-President, Area Assistant Vice-President or Port Agent. No special meeting may be held, except between the hours of 9:00 A.M. and 5:00 P.M. Notice of such meeting shall be posted at least two (2) hours in advance on the Port bulletin board. The Area Vice-Presidents shall be the chairmen of all special meetings in Ports in their respective areas. In the event the Area Vice-Presidents are unable to attend a special meeting of a Port, they shall instruct the Area Assistant Vice-Presidents, Port Agents, or other elected jobholders, to act as chairmen of the meetings. Section 3. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary, all regular meetings shall be governed by the following: 1 The Union Constitution. 2. Majority vote of the members assembled. Article XXIV Definttions and Miscellaneous Provisions Relating Thereto Section 1. Incapacity. Unless otherwise set forth or dealt with herein, the term "incapacity," shall mean any illness or situation preventing the affected person from carrying out his duties for more than thirty (30) days, provided that this does not result in a vacancy. However, nothing contained in this Article shall be deemed to prohibit the execution of the functions of more than one (1) job and/or office in which event no incapacity shall be deemed to exist with regard to the regular job or office of the one taking over the duties and functions of the one incapacitated. The period of incapacity shall be the time during which the circumstances exist. Section 2. Unless otherwise set forth or dealt with herein the term ''vacancy" shall include failure to perform the functions of any office or job by reason of death, or resignation, or suspension from membership or expulsion from the Union with no further right to appeal in accordance with the provisions of Article XV of this Constitution. Section 3. When applicable to the Union as a whole, the term "majority vote of the membership" shall mean the majority of all the valid votes cast by full book members at an official meeting of those Ports holding meetings. This definition shall prevail notwithstanding that one ( 1) or more Ports cannot hold meetings because of no quorum, For the purpose of this Section, the term "meeting" shall refer to those meetings to be held during the time period within which a vote must be taken in accordance with the Constitution and the custom and usage of the Union in the indicated priority. Section 4. When applicable solely to Port action and not concerned with or related to the Union as a whole, and not forming part of a Union-wide vote, the term "majority vote of the membership" shall refer to the majority of the valid votes cast by the full book members at any meeting of the Port, regular or special. Section 5. The term "membership action," or reference thereto, shall mean the same as the term "majority vote of the membership." Section 6. Where the title of any officer or job, or the holder thereof, is set forth in this Constitution, all references thereto and the provisions concerned therewith shall be deemed to be equally applicable to whomever is duly acting in such office or job. Section 7. The term "election year" shall be deemed to mean that calendar year prior to the calendar year in which elected officials and other elected jobholders are required to assume office. Section 8. The terms "this Constitution" and "this amended Constitution" shall be deemed to have the same meaning and shall refer to the Constitution as amended which takes the place of the one adopted by the Uni oil . in . 1939, ..~ amended up through M~h> Ji~~:;~~;fi;; Section 9. The term "member in good standing" shall mean a member whose monetary obligations to the Union are not in arrears for thirty (30) days or more, or who is not under suspension or expulsion effective in accordance with this Constitution. Unless otherwise expressly indicated, the term "member" shall mean a member in good standing. Section 10. Unless plainly otherwise required by the context of their use, the terms "Union book," "membership book" and "book," shall mean official evidence of Union membership. Section 11. The term "full book" or "full Union book" shall mean only an official certificate issued as evidence of Union membership which carries with it complete rights and privileges of membership except as may be specifically constitutionally otherwise provided. Section 12. The term "full book member" shall mean a member to whom a full book has been duly issued and who is entitled to retain it in accordance with the provisions of this Constitution. Section 13. The term "seatime" shall include employment upon any navigable waters or days of employment in a contracted employer unit represented by the Union. Section 14. The term "in an unlicensed capacity aboard an Americanflag merchant vessel or vessels" shall include persons employed in an unlicensed or licensed capacity aboard dredges, tugboats, towboats and similar vessels used to tow, propel, or push barges or other conveyances or assist merchant vessels in docking or undocking, or persons otherwise employed in a contracted employer unit represented by the Union. Article XIV Amendments This Constitution shall be amended in the following manner: Section 1. Any full book member may submit at any regular meeting of any Port proposed amendments to this Constitution in resolution form. If a majority vote of the membership of the Port approves it, the proposed amendment shall be forwarded to all Ports for further action. Section 2. When a proposed amendment is accepted by a majority vote of the membership, it shall be referred to a Constitutional Committee in the Port where Headquarters is located. This Committee shall be composed of six (6) full book members, two (2) from each department and shall be elected in accordance with such rules as are established by a majority vote of that Port. The Committee will act on all proposed amendments referred to it. The Committee may receive whatever advice and assistance, legal or otherwise, it deems necessary. It shall prepare a report on the amendment together with any proposed changes or substitutions or recommendations and the reasons for such recommendations. The latter shall then be submitted to the membership. If a majority vote of the membership approves the amendment as recommended, it shall then be voted upon in a yes or no vote by the membership of the Union by secret ballot in accordance with the procedure directed by the majority vote of the membership at the time it gives the approval necessary to put the referendum to a vote. The Union Tallying Committee shall consist of six (6) full book members two (2) from each of the three (3) departments of the Union, elected from Headquarters Port. The amendment shall either be printed on the ballot, or if too lengthy, shall be referred to on the ballot. Copies of the amendment shall be posted on the bulletin boards of all Ports and made available at the voting site in all Ports. Section 3. If approved by a majority of the valid ballots cast, the amendment shall become effective immediately upon notification by the aforesaid Union Tallying Committee to the Secretary-Treasurer that the amendment has been so approved, unless otherwise specified in the amendment. The Secretary-Treasurer shall immediately notify all Ports of the results of the vote on the amendment. EXHIBIT A Minimal requirements to be contained in Constitution of subordinate bodies and divisions chartered by or iiilii5 I All members shall have equal rights and privileges, subject to reasonable rules and regulations, contained in this Constitution, including secret election, freedom of speech, the right to hold office and the right of secret votes on assessment and dues increases, all in accordance with the law. Seafarers International , Upi9n 0..( North America-Atlantic,. OulfJ;~~~$; and Inland Waters District-N.M.U is first made. ··. VII The Seafarers lntemationallJrudn; of North America-Atlantic,; Oulf; Lakes and Inland Waters UiStd~ttil NMU shall have the nght to .check,' inspect and make copies of all the books and records of this Union upon demand. VIII This Union shall not take any action which will have the effect of reducing its net assets, calculated through recognized accounting procedures, below the amount of its indebtedness to the S.CafateiSi ~~~~~ approved by that Union through its Executive Board. IX So long as there exists any indebtedness by this Union to the :s~~ 2 ~==x~!n~~t,1~1:; ~~~ Jnl~d Wat¢ts P.istrict'."NM.U, that Union shall have the right to appoint a representative or representatives to this Union who shall have the power to attend all meetings of this Union or its sub-divisions, or governing boards, if any, and who shall have access to all books and records of this Union on demand. This representative, or these representatives, shall be charged with the duty of assisting this Union and its membership, and acting as a liaison between the §~faretS! :e~:~r;~~r~;Ji1lli&&~ lnlapdWate:rs Dimtet.:-NMU and this Union. II No member may be automatically suspended from membership except for non-payment of dues, and all members shall be afforded a fair hearing upon written charges, with a reasonable time to prepare defense, when accused of an offense under the Constitution. Ill This Union is chartered by (and/or affiliated with), the Seafarers ~fent~~oiiar Uni-On of North ~merica-Atlantie. Gulf!> Lakes and hlland Waters Distri~NW~ and this Constitution and any amendments thereto, shall not take effect unless and until approved as set forth in the Constitution of that Union. IV An object of this Union is, within its reasonable capacity, to promote the welfare of, and assist, the Seafarers International 'Unionr! of ~~ar~~~t1&1fe$ v The charter (and/or affiliation) relationship between this Union and the Seafarer$ Intemau0naf Unfortrof Nnrth America,w~tl~e. Oulf .U.keS &ll4 ltdand _,l\Tater$/_DisJnQt'.'.NMO 1 shall not be dissolved so long as at least ten (10) members of this Union, and the Si?atarerS'JfitemationalUnfon pf:'Noih .A:meriei-Atlantic. Qµlf~ ~+iilia Article II of the Constitution of the lillaild '· waters' ntsttiCiJ. NMl.1 · a.Ciiilg ··through ·iis '·'Executive Board wish to continue such relationship. VI No amendment to this Constitution shall be effective unless and until approved by at least twothirds vote of the membership in a secret referendum conducted for that purpose. In any event, the adoption of this Constitution and any amendments thereto, will not be effective unless and until compliance with x So long as any unpaid per capita tax, or any other indebtedness of any sort is owed by this Union to the - s uch indebtedness shall constitute a first lien on the assets of this Union, which lien shall not be impaired without the written approval of the !:~~~B!I! ing through its Executive Board. XI The per capita tax payable by this l]nion ·. to ..th~. Se~f~ .Inienfati-0nat tTnioii 'of Norttl'.{'iAm~nca-Atlantic;z Gul:fi Lak~~ . aii~ ln~Md Waters'. Pistti~t:NMJY shall be that which is fixed in accordance with the terms of the Constitution of that Union. XII This Constitution and actions by this Union pursuant thereto are subject to those provisions of the Constitution of the Seafarer& =~~,!n~~~~~~ ·~~:J 1!~4.W'~_, D!sttj<if-~ pertaining to affiliation, disaffiliation, trusteeships, and the granting and removal of charters. XIII This Union shall be affiliated with the :s&ifarers ·Iniet:nationat uiifonol l'fri Amer,ica tbiQugp 'the S~f~ lntern:ational .· Union of , No~ ft\metf,ca-Atlantic!J. , Gulf1 Lak.~ ,,@M J.nlal)A W~~. Ui.$kiGl·NM'O.~ It shall share in, and participate as part of the delegation of that District to the Convention of the Seafarers International Union of North America in accordance with the provisions of the Constitution of the Sear~en liitima.tfonaf ·uu1snr·:o1; North America-Atlantic# Oul~ ta\~1 l\ndJB.13n4. Pla~;D.Im~1NM.t1,i �Dispatchers' Report for Deep Sea AUGUST 16 - SEPTEMBER 15, 2000 *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Port 1 5 0 Norfolk 8 2 2 3 5 3 l1 14 8 16 11 11 15 I 6 9 13 4 7 10 4 8 5 6 0 6 3 10 23 1 3 4 Wilmington Totals St. Louis Wilmington Totals Port Algonac Baltimore Guam Honolulu Houston New Orleans New York Norfolk 249 11 8 147 80 102 34 9 3 13 3 13 8 12 4 .·· 2 IO 8 4 6 2 () 5 5 7 60 101 21 42 STEWARD DEPARTMENT r· l 4 0 6 9 12 5 ..o o 0 l 0 0 0 2 6 3 6 11 1 6 2 5 1 0 17 10 19 7 8 4 15 4 11 2 196 155 62 (} 3 I ·3 0 20 23 35 8 16 21 13 0 8 5 8 I . Q 0 16 1 6 4 1 10 11 4 1 2 2 1 4 1 5 20 2 0 0 0 7 3 27 2 9 4 24 17 61 257 92 46 . I <) 1 1 3 3 0 14 0 40 2 122 l 5 50 3 30 4 0 1 12 127 2 0 15 6 0 -0 0 0 0 40 0 3 8 6 0 8 · ·s 4 3 0 0 5 4 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 7 16 16 0 5 50 175 179 29 81 98 0 0 0 588 474 323 441 260 182 182 15 1 .. 6 Thoughts ofyoung men dying Ships swallowed up by the sea Too few huddled close in lifeboats Memories still painful to me Across the slate gray Atlantic Countless dramas would nightly unfold Merchantmen unprotected and helpless German U-boats increasingly bold 21 0 7 1-0 40 4 26 339 558 703 by Harry T. Scholer Survivors who came home stayed briefly Then back to battle they'd go The tide when it turned did so swiftly War was brought home to the foe 11 956 Veterans 10 31 II 0 6 83 LOG-A-RHYTHMS The prey was slow allied convoys Tanker, freighter, none left unscathed Toll on the crewmen was frightening Thousands went to the grave 2 2 . .20 24 4 20 280 .11 *"Total Registered" means the number of Seafarers who actually registered for shipping at the port. **"Registered on Beach" means the total number of Seafarers registered at the port. October 2000 15 8 12 15 1 0 0 Totals All Departments 33 56 26 15 12 . 21 0 12 5 ENTRY DEPARTMENT St. Louis Wilmington Totals 27 20 26 4 5 155 62 , *change created by Veterans Day holiday 4 18 2 17 44 Friday: December 8 0 9 5 4 2 0 5 0 22 ·. o 0 3 0 2 Membership Meetings .··_:· oeep. Sea;·· ~1ces, Inland Waters 22 10 134 **REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT 0 0 3 2 0 0 18 25 7 5 8 Trip Reliefs November & December 2• Brave sailors now long since retired Their sacrifice earned our respect Whose spirits still live on the ocean An example we try to reflect. (Harry T. Scholer of Orlando, Fla., sails as a second mate aboard the MT. Independence/Ocean 211 (Maritrans Inc.). He dedicates this poem to all the brothers and sisters of the WWII generation for their sacrifices and notes that "we who sail today owe them all a debt of gratitude.") Seafarers LOG 33 �Dispatchers' Report for Great Lakes AUGUST 16 CL - Company/Lakes *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP Port ··Algonac Port Algonac Port Algonac Port Algonac Totals All Depts ALGONAC Clair RiverDr.1' Alg<>nac, MT 48001 (810) 794-4988 .. 0 16 13 0 l~ 6 0 5 13 Q . . lA . . . Z(io 0 47 58 SEPTEMBER 15, 2000 L-Lakes NP - Non Priority TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP **REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class CL Class L Class NP DECK DEPARTMENT 13 · · 'tf?' ..• 11 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 0 3 8 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 3 .0, 10 ENTRY DEPARTMENT ··=~··· ....2.B 0 30 0 5 0 4 . " .0 :!4 t '"9 40 0 "" 2 6, 17 12 18 *"Total Registered" means the number of Seafarers who actually registered for shipping at the port. **"Registered on Beach" means the total number of Seafarers registered at the port. ANCHORAGE 721 Sesame St.,#IC; Anchorage. AK 99503 Dispatchers' Report for Inland Waters {907) 561-49$8 BALTIMORE AUGUST 16 - 2315 Essex St., Baltimore; MD 21224 ' {410) 327~4900 *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C DULUTH 705 Medi-031 Arts Building. Duluth, MN 55802 (218) 7~-4110 ,, .G UAM . 125 SuueyPl~ Suitt 301{~ Tun Jesus Cris0$t~o.SLc/; Region (611) 647-1350 . yf;~!l~fifaf~~t 0 5 i;l f"}~o > . · ~. ~. v ···as ;:f}i ·;111ts~~z;~~'>:W.ited];'. 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(71&) 499--6600 Lakes, Inland Waters 2 8 9 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 West Coast 0 0 Totals Region 1 0 Atlantic Coast Gulf Coast Lakes, Inland Waters West Coast 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 4 1 1 3 1 ENGINE DEPARTMENT O" 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 Totals 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 Totals All Depts 2 2 10 4 3 0 **REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C 9 0 1 0 TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT 0 1 0 <~.·.. . . Ta:rnuning, Guam 969tlXJ;' SEPTEMBER 15, 2000 3 3 1 15 1 25 () . o,. . ,. 0 {) 0 0 () 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 . 0 /J Of . 1 0 0 1 1 0 0 1 2 3 1 26 ~·o•o•" • •" ""'''"""""•"·•·••• 'l.J ·""'';"'".""••"·"·•· *"Total Registered" means the number of Seafarers who actually registered for shipping at the port. **"Registered on Beach" means the total number of Seafarers registered at the port. . NORFOLK 115 Third St., Norfolk, VA 23510 (757) 621-1892 PBlLAJ>ELPBlA 2604 S. 4 St, Philadelphia, PA 19148 (215) 336·3818 PJN£Y POINT P.O. Box 75, Piney Point. MD 20674 (3-01) 994-0010 PORT EVERGLADES 1221 S. Andrews Ave., Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33316 (954) 522~7984 PI C-FROM-THE-PAST In earlier years, the SIU apparently was involved in various sporting events, among them a horse race and soap box derby. The horse race photo (right) is from the LOG archives. All that is known about it is what is printed on the picture. "Andrea Gomez, International Vice President of SIUNA, accompanied by Ann Olmen, awards the Paul Hall Trophy to the owners, and driver, John Quinn of Con Brio, winner of the Seafarers SAN FRANCISCO 350 Fremont St. San Fr~isco, CA 94105 (415) 543·5855 Government Sel."Vi<:es Division (415) 861~3400 SANTURCE l057FemandezJuncos Ave., Stop 16!4 Santurce, PR. 00907 (787) 7214033 Sl'. LOUIS ·4581-0ravois Ave., St. Louis. MO 63ll6 (314} 752-65-00 TACOMA ~41 l South Uni<>n Ave., Taeoma, WA 98409 \253) 212~m4 . •<·.. f WllMJN~N SlON.Br:OadAve.., Wilmington. CA 90744 (310) 54~:4000 J\, 34 Seafarers LOB International Union Purse at Rosecroft (Md.) Raceway Friday, May 10, 1963." The soap box derby photograph (left) was sent to the LOG by Antoinette Warren, the wife of Pensioner and charter member Paul A. Warren, 87, of Mandeville, La. Warren, pictured with the young driver, was an official in the union for 32 years. He worked as a patrolman in the port of New Orleans, where this race took place. October 2000 �Welcome Ashore Each month, the Seafarers LOG pays tribute to the SIU members who have devoted their working lives to sailing aboard U.S.-fiag vessels on the deep seas, inland waterways or Great Lakes. Listed below are brief biographical sketches of those members who recently retired from the union. The brothers and sisters of the SIU thank those members for a job well done and wish them happiness and good health in the days ahead. recertified among the announcing ments this month. Thomas J. Maley graduated from the highest level of training available to members of the steward department at the Paul Hall Center in Piney Point, Md. Including Maley, five of the retirees sailed in the deep sea division. Five others navigated the inland waterways, five plied the Great Lakes and one worked in the railroad marine division. Nine of the retirees were members of the deck department, four shipped in the engine department and three sailed in the steward department. On this page, the Seafarers LOG presents brief biographical accounts of the retiring Seafarers. A DEEP SEA · ROBERTL. BIRMINGHAM, 65, began his career with the SIU in 1965, joining in the port of New ···"'·· York. Born in Asheville, N.C., he served in the U.S. Air Force from 1953 to 1957. Brother Birmingham first sailed aboard the Cabins, operated by Texas City Refining, Inc. A member of the deck department, he upgraded his skills at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship in Piney Point, Md. Prior to retiring, he sailed aboard the Northern Lights, an lnterocean Ugland Management Corp. vessel. He resides in New Orleans. DONALDJ. GIFFORD, 64, hails from New York. He joined the SIU in his native state in 1971 and first sailed aboard the Transchamplain, operated by Hudson Waterways Corp. Brother Gifford served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1953 to 1957. A member of the deck department, he upgraded his skills at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship in 1979. Prior to retiring, he sailed aboard the LNG Libra. Brother Gifford lives in Chaumont, N.Y. THOMASJ. MALEY,64, began his career with the SIU in 1959 in the port of New York. A member of the steward department, Brother Maley first sailed aboard Boston Towing Company vessels. He upgraded his skills and completed the steward recertification course at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship in 1983. Brother Maley last sailed in 1993. Prior to retiring, he worked aboard the Franklin J. Phillips, operated by Maersk Line Ltd. Brother Maley calls Pine City, N.Y. home. Ot:lober 2DIJIJ GARYC. MITCHELL, 62, joined the SIU in 1970 in the port of Seattle after having served in the U.S. Navy from 1956 to 1960. A native of Ohio, Brother Mitchell first sailed aboard the Brooklyn, operated by Bay Tankers. He upgraded his skills at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship in 1975, 1995, 1997 and again earlier this year. Brother Mitchell worked in the engine department. He last sailed aboard the 1st Lt. Baldomero Lopez, operated by American Overseas Marine. He resides in Alliance, Ohio. JOHNE. THOMAS, 62, was born in Baltimore. He began his career with the SIU in 1974 in the port of Norfolk, Va. A member of the steward department, Brother Thomas first shipped aboard Waterman Steamship Corp. 's Hurricane. He upgraded his skills at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in 1997. Prior to retiring, he sailed aboard Waterman's Stonewall Jackson. Brother Thomas calls Portsmouth, Va. home. INLAND EDWIN J. BLACK, 61, hails from Pennsylvania. A member of the U.S. Army from 1958 to 1964, Boatman Black joined the SIU in 1972 in the port of Baltimore. He first sailed aboard Berg Towing Company vessels. He shipped as a member of the deck department. Prior to retiring, he sailed aboard Interstate Oil Transport Company vessels. Boatman Black lives in Rock Hall, Md. LEANDER BOURGEOIS, 63, joined the SIU in 1967 in Port Arthur, Texas. The Louisiana native had two tours of duty in the U.S. Army, serving from 1955 to 1958 and from 1960 to 1963. He first sailed with the SIU aboard Southern Towing, Inc. vessels. A member of the deck department, Boatman Bourgeois sailed aboard H vide Marine vessels prior to his retirement. He calls Lafayette, La. home. JOHNNIE RAY BROWN,63, is a native of Tennessee. He began his career with the SIU in 1988 in the port of New Orleans. Boatman Brown served in the U.S. Army from 1956 to 1960. A member of the steward department, he worked primarily aboard Red Circle Transport Co. vessels. He last sailed in 1999. Brother Brown calls Hollister, Fla. home. JOHNA. FURMAN SR., 61, began his SIU career in 1966, joining in the port of Norfolk, Va. A native of · Currituck, N.C., Boatman Furman served in the U.S. Army. He first sailed for the SIU aboard Southern Carriers Corp. vessels. A member of the deck department, Boatman Furman was last employed on SIUcontracted boats in 1984. Prior to his retirement, he sailed aboard Allied Towing's Mohawk. Brother Furman resides in Portsmouth, Va. JOHNRUSSEFF, 71, joined the SIU · in 1993 in the port of Wilmington, Calif. The North Dakota native is a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving from 1944 to 1945. A member of the engine department, Boatman Russeff sailed primarily aboard Brusco Tug & Barge Co. vessels. He resides in Oxnard, Calif. GREAT LAKES RAUL BARRERA, 44, joined the SIU in 1977 in the port of Detroit. A member of the deck department, Brother Barrera first sailed aboard Erie Sand Steamship's Schoellkojf. He was born in Wayne County, Mich. and served in the U.S. Army from 1973 to 1975. Brother Barrera upgraded his skills several times at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship. Prior to retiring, he worked aboard American Steamship Co. 's M!V Buffalo. Brother Barrera calls Port Huron, Mich. home. MOHNSEN AHMED ELMATIDL, 63, began his career with the SIU in 1966 in the port of Detroit. Born in Yemen, Brother Elmathil first sailed aboard American Steamship Co. 's American Sea Ocean. A member of the engine department, Brother Elmathil last sailed earlier this year aboard American Steamship's John Boland. He calls Detroit home. CHARLES A. HOLTREY, 55, was born in Michigan. He joined the SIU in 1966 in .... Frankfort, Mich. A member of the deck department, Brother Holtrey first sailed aboard the American Sea Ocean, operated by American Steamship Co. He upgraded his skills at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship in 1979. Prior to his retirement, he sailed aboard American Steamship's Indiana Harbor. He still resides in his native Michigan. THIS MONTH IN SIU HISTORY JOHNT. OSTWALD, 65, joined the SIU in 1977 in Duluth, Minn. The Oakland, Mich. native first sailed aboard the S. T. Crapo, operated by Inland Lakes Management, Inc. A member of the engine department, Brother Ostwald was last employed in 1999. Prior to retiring, he sailed aboard the Richard J. Reiss, operated by Erie Sand Steamship. Brother Ostwald lives in Cheboygan, Mich. KAID A. TAIRI, 65, began his career with the SIU in 1967, joining in the port of Detroit. Originally from Yemen, the deck department member first sailed aboard the Reiss Brothers, operated by American Steamship Co. Prior to retiring, Brother Tairi shipped aboard Bob-Lo Island's Columbia. He lives in New York. RAILROAD MARINE WILLIARD V.BYRNS JR., 62, hails from Matthews, Va. He joined the Seafarers in 1970 and first sailed the same year as a member of the deck department. Brother Byrns served in the U.S. Army from 1957 to 1960. He was last employed in 1985 with the Chesapeake & Ohio Railway. Brother Byrns currently resides in Hudgins, Va. . o~ ~ctoh~ at;'~ . 1?10; P~dent . NiiOn siped · th~ Merchant Mai'fne'Aa . 'ijf.\1970.;:. Ttiis A.et, 'ff!it.;~~~=-==~:;::;;::;:::;;==::::::=:========~ which incorporated : many provisions backed by the Seafarers International Union, had .paSsed b(>th hOuses of Congress by substandal majorities before it was sent to President Nixon for his·· signaDuring the two-and-a-half years in whtch the SIU dinic program has been operating; a sharp decline in the inddence of tuberculosis among Seafarers has been noted. The clinics, Which stress preventive medidne, offer phys-. ture. President Nixon said the bill marked ,. and the U.S. Public Health Setvlce Hospital$ will go to SIU-contracted co~nies. the beginning of a new era for the troubled maritime industry and opened the prospect of revitalization of the flag maritime . fleet. icaf examinations to atl members. . The bill will benefit SIU men more than oth· The major requirements for c0ntrolling . ers by means of its proviSton to construct tuberculosis are early detection and effective · 300 new ships for the foreign trade in the treatment. The SIU's cfmics suppfy the first next 10 years. The bulk of those 300 ships u.s... .... Seafarers LOB 35 �Pensioner Henry Armstrong, 79, died July 15. Brother Armstrong began his career with the SIU in 1953. The steward department member first sailed aboard Ore Navigation Corp. 's Export Leader. A native of North Carolina, Brother Armstrong began receiving his pension in 1979. Prior to retiring, he sailed aboard the Sea-Land Venture. Brother Armstrong lived in Charlotte, N.C. HANSM.BANG Pensioner Hans M. Bang, 62, passed away Aug. 11. Brother Bang started his career with the SIU in 1965. A member of the engine department, the Denmark native first sailed aboard the Transhudson, operated by Hudson Waterways Corp. He upgraded his skills at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship in Piney Point, Md. several times and began receiving his pension in 1999. Before retiring, he sailed aboard CSX Lines' Voyager. Brother Bang called Monte Rio, Calif. home. HERBERT CLARITY Pensioner Roberto Bosco, 73, passed away July 26. He began his career with the SIU in 1951, joining in the port of New York. Born in Puerto Rico, Brother Bosco first sailed aboard Waterman Steamship Corp. 's Wild Ranger. The steward department member started receiving his pension in 1989. Prior to retiring, Brother Bosco sailed aboard the American Heritage, operated by Westchester Marine Corp. He called Carolina, P.R. home. Pensioner Herbert Clarity, 80, died July 1. The La Cygne, Kan. native started his career with the MC&S in 1945. He first sailed aboard the Hibbing Victory. A member of the steward department, Brother Clarity last sailed aboard American President Lines' President Lincoln. He resided in Ft. Scott, Kan. EDWARD BOGGUESS Pensioner Edward Bogguess, 74, passed away June 13. Born in Iowa, Brother Bogguess joined the MC&S in 1966 in the port of San Francisco, before that union merged with the SIU. The steward department member started receiving his pension in 1983. Prior to his retirement, he sailed aboard the President Pierce, operated by American President Lines. Brother Bogguess resided in Seattle. DOMINICK BRANCOCCIO Pensioner William Barnes, 79 died July 10. He joined the Seafarers in 1953 in the port of New York. Born in the Philippines, Brother Barnes first sailed with New York Dock Railway Co. A member of the engine department, he began receiving his pension in 1987. Prior to retiring, he sailed aboard the SeaLand Marketer. Brother Barnes resided in his native country. Pensioner Dominik Brancoccio, 69, died June 8. A native of New York, he served in the U.S. Navy from 1948 to 1952. Brother Brancoccio began his career with the SIU in 1953,joining in the port of New York. A member of the steward department, he first sailed aboard an AH Bull Steamship Co. vessel. Brother Brancoccio started receiving bis pension in 1988. Before retiring, he sailed aboard a Sea-Land Service vessel. Brother Brancaccio was a resident of Brooklyn, N.Y. FRANK BARTLETT PAT BUCCI Pensioner Frank Bartlett, 80, passed away July 14. Born in Alabama, Brother Bartlett started his career with the Seafarers in 1948, joining in the port of New York. He first sailed aboard an Alcoa Steamship Co. vessel. Brother Bartlett served in the U.S. Army from 1942 to 1943. The steward department member began receiving his pension in 1985. Prior to retiring, he sailed aboard the Fa/con Princess, operated by Seahawk Management. Brother Bartlett lived in Mobile, Ala. Pensioner Pat Bucci, 81, died July 27. Brother Bucci started his career with the SIU in 1966, joining in the port of Wilmington, Calif. Born in Utah, he served with the U.S. Navy from 1942 to 1945. He sailed in the deck department. Brother Bucci began receiving his pension in 1984. Before retiring, be worked aboard the Santa Magdalena, operated by Delta Steamship Lines. Brother Bucci lived in San Diego. WILLIAM BARNES - ROBERTO BOSCO FELIX BATARA Pensioner Felix Batara, 87, died May 23. Born in the Philippines, he graduated from the Marine Cooks & Stewards (MC&S) training school and joined that union in 1944 in the port of San Francisco. Brother Batara was a member of the steward department. He first sailed aboard the Robert G. Cousins, operated by Hammond Shipping. Brother Batara began receiving his pension in 1972. Prior to retiring, he sailed aboard the President Taylor, operated by American President Lines. Brother Batara called Hercules, Calif. home. 36 Seafarers LOB ALVIN BURROUGHS Brother Alvin Burroughs, 51, passed away July 19. Born in Alabama, he graduated from the Seafarers Harry Lunde berg School's entry level training program in 1969 and joined the SIU in Piney Point, Md. Brother Burroughs was a member of the engine department. He last shipped aboard Interocean Ugland Management Corp. 's Diamond Shoals. Brother Burroughs lived in Mobile, Ala. OREN DOWD Pensioner Oren Dowd, 78, passed away July 22. Brother Dowd began his career with the Seafarers in 1958, joining in the port of Mobile. The Alabama native served in the U.S. Navy from 1944 to 1946. He sailed in both the deep sea and inland divisions. The deck department member first shipped aboard Waterman Steamship Corp. 's Morning Light. Brother Dowd began receiving bis pension in 1986. Prior to his retirement, he sailed aboard Crescent Towing & Salvage Co. vessels. He lived in Chickasaw, Ala. USNS Potomac, operated by Bay Ship Management, Inc. Brother Guillory lived in Fulshear, Texas. FOOKHAU Pensioner Fook Hau, 93, passed away May 22. A native of China, Brother Hau started his career with the MC&S in 1957. He first sailed aboard the Golden Mariner. A member of the steward department, he began receiving his pension in 1973. Prior to retiring, Brother Hau sailed aboard the President Cleveland. He resided in San Francisco. Pensioner Nolan Hurtt, 67, died Aug. 14. Brother Hurtt started his career with the ..\ SIU in 1951, :~ joining in the port of Baltimore. He first sailed aboard the Oremar, operated by Ore Navigation Corp. A member of the deck department, be began receiving bis pension in 1990. Prior to retiring, Brother Hurtt sailed aboard the cable ship Global Link. He resided in Parkville, Md. ARTHUR JACOBS WING MAH Pensioner Arthur Jacobs, 77, passed away July 26. He began his career with the SIU in 1952, joining in the port of Boston. A native of Waterville, Maine, Brother Jacobs first sailed aboard Isbrandtsen Company NSA-operated vessels. A member of the engine department, he started receiving his pension in 1988. Prior to retiring, he sailed aboard NPR Inc. 's Bayamon. Brother Jacobs called West Palm Beach, Fla. home. Pensioner Wing Mah, 91, died March 11. Brother Mah joined the MC&S in 1945 and sailed in the steward department. Born in China, his first vessel was the William H. Prescott, operated by American President Lines. Brother Mah began receiving his pension in 197 . Before retiring, he sailed aboard the Lurline, a Matson Navigation Co. vessel. Brother Mah called San Francisco home. HARUNOBU ENOMOTO Pensioner Harunobu Enomoto, 81 died June 12. Born in Hawaii, Brother Enomoto joined the MC&S in 1968 in the port of San Francisco. The steward department member began receiving bis pension in 1986. Prior to retiring, he sailed aboard the President Fillmore. Brother Enomoto resided in Kanoehe, Haiwaii. LUIS FRANCO Pensioner Luis Franco, 90, passed away June 14. A charter member of the SIU, Brother Franco started his career with the union in 1939 in the port of Baltimore. The Ponce, P.R. native first sailed aboard the Cape Corwin in the steward department. Brother Franco began receiving his pension in 1965. Prior to retiring, he sailed aboard the Del Aires. Brother Franco lived in Miami. RICHARD GUILLORY Brother Richard Guillory, 45, died June 8. Born in Texas, he began his career with the SIU in 1973, joining in the port of Houston. Brother Guillory first sailed aboard the Overseas Arctic, operated by Overseas Bulk Tank Corporation. His last voyage was aboard the JULIUS M. MAGNO Pensioner Julius M. Magno, 80, passed away July 29. Born in the Philippines, Brother Magno began his career with the Seafarers in 1962. A memher of the deck department, be first shipped aboard a Merchantile Steamship Corp. vessel. Brother Magno began receiving his pension in 1985. Prior to his retirement, he sailed aboard the Sea-Land Explorer. Brother Magno lived in National City, Calif. NOLAN HURTT JOHN DUNN Pensioner John Dunn, 75 passed away June 10. He served in the U.S. Army from 1941 to 1945. Brother Dunn started his Seafarers career in 1947, joining in the port of Baltimore. The Maryland native was a member of the steward department. He began receiving his pension in 1983. Prior to retiring, Brother Dunn sailed aboard the Santa Lucia, operated by Delta Steamship Lines. He called Silver Spring, Md. home. Interocean Ugland Management Corp.'s Chiwawa. A member of the deck department, Brother Lester began receiving his pension in 1988. Prior to retiring, he shipped aboard the Sea-Land Venture. Brother Lester resided in Reeves, La. JOE LEWIS JOHNSON Pensioner Joe Lewis Johnson, 63, died Aug. 4. A native of Alabama, he joined the SIU in 1960. He first sailed aboard the Twin Falls, operated by Swannee Steamship Co. A member of the steward department, Brother Johnson began receiving bis pension in 1996. Before retiring, he sailed aboard the Sea-Land Enterprise. Brother Johnson lived in Vallejo, Calif. SAMUEL JOHNSON Pensioner Samuel Johnson, 78, passed away Aug. 8. He started his career with the Seafarers in 1951, joining in the port of New Orleans. The Florida native first shipped aboard a Sprogue Steamship Co. vessel. A member of the engine department, he began receiving his pension in 1991. Prior to his retirement, Brother Johnson sailed aboard the cable ship Global Link. He lived in Baltimore. CHARLES LESTER Pensioner Charles Lester, 62, died July 11. The Louisiana native began his career with the Seafarers in 1958,joining in the port ofNew Orleans. He first sailed aboard WILLIAM MARTINI Pensioner William Martini, 84, died April 29. A native of New York, he joined the MC&S in 1939. Brother Martini first sailed aboard the President Taft. The steward department member began receiving his pension in 1975. Prior to his retirement, he sailed aboard the Oregon Mail. Brother Martini lived in Seattle. THEODORE R. MARTINEZ Pensioner Theodore R. Martinez, 74, passed away June 22. He served in the U.S. Army from 1943 to 1947. Brother Martinez began his career with the Seafarers in 19 51. A member of the engine department, he first sailed aboard Southhail Company of Florida vessels. Brother Martinez started receiving his pension in 1981. Before retiring, he sailed aboard the Inger, operated by Reynolds Metal Company. Galveston, Texas was his home. HILARIO MIRANDA Brother Hilario Miranda, 66, died May 17. The Galveston, Texas native began his career with the SIU in 1961. A member of the engine department, he first shipped aboard Cape Waterways, Inc. vessels. He last sailed aboard the Overseas Washington. Brother Miranda called Houston home. RODOLFO MOREIRA Brother Rodolfo Moreira, 71, passed away July 31. A native of Honduras, he joined the SIU in 1991 in the port of Honolulu. A member of the steward department, he first shipped Continued on page 3 7 October 2000 �Continued from page 36 aboard American Hawaii Cruises vessels. Brother Moreira upgraded his skills at the union's school in Piney Point, Md. and last sailed aboard the USNS Yano, operated by Bay Ship Management, Inc. He lived in the Bronx, N.Y. BLAISE PANICHO Pensioner Blaise Panicho, 84, died Aug. 16. Born in Maryland, Brother Panicho started his career with the Seafarers in 1951, joining in the port of New York. He served in the U.S. Army from 1943 to 1946. Brother Pancio first sailed aboard the Robin Trent, operated by Sinclair Oil Corporation. A member of the steward department, Brother Panicho started receiving his pension in 1981. Prior to retiring, he shipped aboard the cable ship Long Lines. Brother Panicho resided in Baltimore. NORRIS PERKINS Pensioner Norris Perkins, 78, passed away June 4. Brother Perkins began his career with the MC&S in 1958, joining in the port of Seattle. A native of Missouri and a member of the steward department, he first sailed aboard American President Lines' President Adams. Brother Perkins started receiving his pension in 1992. Before retiring, he sailed aboard the Sea-Land Tacoma. Brother Perkins lived in Seattle. CHARLES RICE Pensioner Charles Rice, 77, died July 11. He began his career with the SIU in 1945,joining in the port of Gloucester, · Mass. A member of the steward department, Brother Rice graduated from the bosun recertification course at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School in 1979. He began receiving is pension in 1986. Prior to his retirement, Brother Rice shipped aboard the Osprey, operated by NPR, Inc. He called Ormond Beach, Fla. home. in the port of New York. Born in Trinidad, he sailed in the steward department. Brother Rooks began receiving his pension in 1994. Before retiring, he sailed aboard the Sam Houston, a Waterman Steamship Corp. vessel. Brother Rooks lived in Kenner, La. EDWARD STANKIEWICZ Pensioner Edward Stankiewicz, 74, passed away June 24. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1943 to 1946. The Pennsylvania native began his career with the SIU in 1951, joining in the port of Philadelphia. A member of the deck department, Brother Stankiewicz first sailed aboard the Transatlantic. He began receiving his pension in 1991. Prior to his retirement, he sailed aboard the Tam Gui/den, operated by Transport Commercial. Brother Stankiewicz resided in Philadelphia. RAMON THOMAS Brother Ramon Thomas, 21, died July 27. Born in Mobile, Ala. Brother Thomas began his SIU career in 1999, joining in the port of Piney Point. He last sailed aboard the USNS Bob Hope, operated by Maersk Lines, Ltd. Brother Thomas resided in his native Mobile. THEODORE WEEMS Pensioner Theodore Weems, 75, passed away July 20. Born in Ohio, Brother Weems began his career with the Seafarers in ;;.......;;,;.....__~""----' 1949,joining in the port of New York. He served with the U.S. Navy from 1942 to 1946. Brother Weems was a member of the dec:.C department. He began receiving his pension in 1986. Prior to retiring, he sailed aboard the Samuel L. Cobb. Jacksonville, Fla. was his home. GEORGE WHITE JR. Pensioner George White, Jr., 80 died July 29. He began his career with the MC&S in 1954, joining in the port of San Francisco. L----~~~:.....o:...___, Brother White was a veteran of the U.S. Army. The steward department member began receiving his pension in 1991. Prior to retiring, Brother White worked aboard the Sea-Land Consumer. He resided in Los Angeles. ROBERTO RODRIGUEZ Brother Roberto Rodriguez, 51, passed away June 16. Born in New York, he served in the U.S. Air Force from 1968 to 1970. Brother Rodriguez joined the SIU in 1971 in the port of New York. He first sailed aboard the Council Grove, operated by Interocean Ugland Management, Corporation. A member of the engine department, Brother Rodriguez upgraded his skills at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School in 1974. He last sailed aboard the USNS Gilliand. He resided in Brooklyn, N. Y. COURTNEY ROOKS Pensioner Courtney Rooks, 75, died Aug. 14. Brother Rooks started his career with the SIU in 1951,joining October 2000 INLAND RAYMOND DIXON Pensioner Raymond Dixon, 81, passed away June 11. A native of Louisiana, Captain Dixon began his L--~~L.i:1~__J career with the SIU in 1957, joining in the port of New Orleans. He navigated the inland waterways throughout his career, sailing primarily aboard Dixie Carrier vessels. He last sailed in 1981. Brother Dixon began receiving his pension in 1982. He resided in Marrero, La. ROBERT FREEMAN Boatman Robert Freeman, 58 died April 17. He began his SIU career in 1988 joining in the port of Philadelphia. A member of the deck department, Boatman Freeman first shipped aboard a Moran Towing of Philadelphia vessel and last sailed aboard a McAllister Towing of Philadelphia vessel. He served in the U.S. Air Force from 1961 to 1963. He called Boynton Beach, Fla. home. JOSEPH LANDRY Pensioner Joseph Landry, 69 passed away July 28. Boatman Landry began his SIU career in 1963, joining in Port Arthur, Texas. He served in the U.S. Army from 1948 to 1955. A member of the deck department, Boatman Landry sailed primarily aboard Hvide Marine Towing Co. vessels. He began receiving his pension in 1988. Brother Landry Landry called Groves, Texas home. BRUNO LEWANDOWSKI Pensioner Bruno Lewandowski, 65, died June 29. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps · from 1953 to 1956. Boatman Lewandowski began his career with the SIU in 1976, joining in the port of Philadelphia. Born in Pennsylvania, he worked primarily aboard McAllister Towing Co. vessels, last sailing in 1986. A member of the steward department, Boatman Lewandowski began receiving his pension in 1996. He resided in Philadelphia. FRANCIS LUKOWSKI Boatman Francis Lukowski, 55, died June 13. Captain Lukowski served in the U.S. Navy from 1966 to 1969. Born in Massachusetts, he began his career with the Seafarers in 1969, joining in the port of Baltimore. Boatman Lukowski sailed primarily aboard McAllister Towing of Baltimore vessels. He lived in Huntington Beach, Calif. EUGENE R. LUTTRELL Pensioner Eugene R. Luttrell, 79, passed away July 15. Boatman Luttrell began his career with the SIU in 1961, joining in the port of Norfolk, Va. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1945 to 1946. The Virginia native sailed primarily aboard Moran Towing of Virginia vessels. Boatman Luttrell began receiving his pension in 1985. He called Reedville, Va. home. JOHN LYNCH Pensioner John Lynch, 73, died June 12. A native of Pennsylvania, he served in the U.S. Army from 1945 to 1946. Captain Lynch started his career with the SIU in 1957, joining in the port of Philadelphia. Boatman Lynch first navigated the inland waterways aboard Taylor Marine Towing Company vessels. He began receiving his pension in 1996. Prior to retiring, Captain Lynch piloted Turecamo Maritime vessels. Philadelphia was his home. ARTHUR E. MAIER SR. Pensioner Arthur E. Maier Sr.,78, passed away June 8. Boatman Maier served in the U.S. Navy from 1942 to 1945. A deck department member, he started his career with the SIU in 1957, joining in the port of Houston. The Ocean Springs, Miss. native began receiving his pension in 1985. Boatman Maier worked aboard Dixie Carriers vessels throughout his career, last sailing in 1983. Brother Maier resided in Biloxi, Miss. CHARLES NORTON Boatman Charles Norton, 56, died June 27. He started his career with the SIU in 1977, joining in the port ofNorfolk, Va. A native of Virginia, Boatman Norton sailed in the deck department. He worked primarily aboard McAllister Towing of Virginia vessels until he came ashore in 1990. Chesapeake, Va. was his home. DAVID STILES Pensioner David Stiles, 70, passed away May 27. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1947 to 1948. Captain Stiles began his career with the SIU in 1973, joining in the port of Norfolk. A native of Virginia, he first sailed aboard Norfolk & Baltimore vessels. Brother Stiles began receiving his pension in 1992. Prior to retiring, he sailed aboard Northeast Towing vessels. Brother Stiles resided in Cape Charles, Va. GREAT LAKES GEORGE HARRISON Brother George Harrison, 57, died July 28. He started his career with the Seafarers in 1966. The West Virginia native served in the U.S. Army from 1967 to 1969. He first sailed for the SIU aboard the American Sea Ocean, operated by the American Steamship Co. A member of the steward department, he last sailed aboard the John Boland, another American Steamship Co. vessel. Brother Harrison lived in Ivydale, W. Va. GORDON LUCKETT Pensioner Gordon Luckett, 77, passed away Aug. 12. Brother Luckett began his career with the SIU in 1967, joining in the port of Detroit. A member of the deck department, he first shipped aboard a Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Co. vessel. Brother Luckett began receiving his pension in 1988. Prior to retiring, he sailed aboard a Falcon Marine Company vessel. He resided in Clearwater, Fla. JOSEPH W. McKENNA Pensioner Joseph W. McKenna, 67 died July 1. He began his seafaring career in 1963, joining in the port of New York. He sailed primarily aboard Great Lakes Towing Co. vessels. Brother McKenna began receiving his pension in 1995. Brother McKenna served with the U.S. Army from 1952 to 1954. He resided in Cleveland. FRANK W. RYDELL ___....,,....,,,_...... Pensioner Frank W. Rydell, 93, passed away July 3. Brother Rydell began his career with the SIU in 1963, joining in the port of Chicago. The Wisconsin native sailed primarily aboard Great Lakes Towing Company vessels. He began receiving his pension in 1976. Mokena , Ill. was his home. Tuesday, lov. 7 is Election Day 2000. This year, the American people will select those legislators who will sene them in Congress. In addition to choosing a new president and vice president, one-third of the 100 senatorial seats are up for grabs as are all 435 positions In the House of Representatives. Remember, you can't vote unless you are registered. Participate ••• Register • • • VOTE/ Seafarers LOG 37 �The SS Ceveland: Still Going Strong .. The following article and accompanying photos were sent to the LOG by Bosun David J. Garoutte. The SS Cleveland was launched in October 1969 as the SS American Mail. After nearly 31 years, but under a different name and company, this Sealift, Inc. break-bulk, 'tween deck freighter is still delivering cargo worldwide under the U.S. flag. She is truly unique as there are less than a handful in the American fleet. Our two most recent trips took us to Puerto Cortes, Honduras, with containerized foodstuffs; then to Matarani, Peru, via the Panama Canal, with bagged cargo. Needless to say, it was a pretty fine trip but not without its fair share of hard work. Changing the rigging from lifting 20-ton containers to the 5-ton yard and stay rig for the bags and then back again is no cakewalk. Just the basic maintenance on the ship is considerable. Anyone who has sailed on an old freighter knows exactly what I mean. There are 25 booms on the ship, counting the heavy lift jumbo. After loading more bagged cargo in Houston, we went to Wilmington, N.C. for assorted general cargo, including nine heavy lifts as well as a fair amount of ordnance. Being June, it was a pleasant trip across the Atlantic, through the Mediterranean and Aegean seas to Thessaloniki, Greece, then down to Piraeus for the discharge of the remaining cargo. With a wistful farewell to Greece, we steamed north to Durres, Albania. None of us having been there before, we didn't know what to expect, but were pleasantly surprised at the amenities and friendliness offered us. As an emerging third-world nation, there were some things to be desired by some Americans, but from a sailor's point of view, our week-long stay was a pleasant one. It is a beautiful mountainous country with sprawling valleys of farmland and a proud and ancient history. From top to bottom, we all worked hard. I've personally been on this ship eight years and hope to be here when she drops her anchors on the beach after her final voyage ...providing she is retired before I am. GSU Alice Poree (left) and Chief Steward Mike Vinca provide good cheer as well as good food. From left to right: Bosun David Garoutte works on a swivel atop one of the 25 booms aboard the Cleveland; cargo operations in Matarani, Peru; crew members work the hoses during a fire and boat drill. Sailing :tram Holbmd to Florida From U.S. Ship Management, Inc. comes word that as of Aug. 10, 2000, the Ned/loyd Holland has been renamed the SeaLand Florida. The photos snapped aboard the newly renamed ship were sent to the LOG by AB Linnell B. Coleman. Bosun William Card adjusts a valve on the deck of the SeaLand Florida. 38 Sllafarers LOB Right: ABs Linnell Coleman (left) and Rodney Jimenez mix some paint before tackling the job ahead of them. Above: After a hard day's work and with the tool room neatly organized, QMED Charles Kirksey (left) and DEU Roosevelt Clark are ready to clean up for dinner. .4 Left: Serving lunch aboard the SeaLand Florida are (from left) SA Richard Jones, Steward Ernest Dooms and Chief Cook Robert Wilcox. �>The se~lar,1'LOG a1tf1mpts t~;prtnt ~. many digests oianion shipboard · · ·. · 11!l1JJ!lff a~p,qnlb{l(~·h9fl occasion~ because of spate · · 1im.ffl!tionss some will be omitted. , Shi~f!zl1tate$ t;rst are reviewed by the unio11's contract depadment. if\Those Issues requiring attention or resolution are addressed by the union ·upon receipt of the ships' minutes. The minutes are then lorwanled to the Seafarers LOG tor publication. CLEVELAND (Sealift Inc.), July 1~hairman David Garoutte, Secretary Miguel E. Vinca, Educational Director Edward Shamburger, Deck Delegate Peter A. Poree, Steward Delegate Othello Dansley. Captain and chief mate thanked all departments for good trip. Chairman announced three days at berth in New Orleans and then on to Ethiopia. He also noted 3 percent COLA effective July 1, 2000. Secretary thanked everyone for keeping mess hall clean. Educational director reminded crew members of opportunities available at Paul Hall Center in Piney Point, Md. for upgrading skills. No beefs or disputed OT. Discussion held about safety issues aboard ship. Vote of thanks given to steward department for good food, especially great barbecue, and for cleanliness of house. Next port: New Orleans. DIAMOND SHOALS (IUM), July 25--Chairman Richard E. Barnes, Secretary Laura L. Cates, Educational Director Ronald Celious, Deck Delegate Albert E. Mensah Jr., Engine Delegate Leportre L. Jasper, Steward Delegate Subagio Wibisono. Chairman stated coveralls will be provided by company. He also noted copies of new contract and merger information, provided by boarding patrolman, now in crew lounge and smoking room. Crew members expressed concern about cold temperatures in staterooms. Suggestion made for company to purchase heaters. Educational director said many jobs now available, so members should sign up for courses at Piney Point to be better prepared. Treasurer announced $2,000 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Request made for written clarifications from union to ship's officers. Steward department praised for job well done. Special thanks to chief mate for delicious baked goods. ENDURANCE (U.S. Ship Mgmt.), July 10--Chairman Daniel M. Ticer Jr., Secretary Russell B. Beyschau, Educational Director George Evosevich, Steward Delegate Wiley C. Owens. Chairman noted changes coming in 2002, particularly with new STCW agreement. He reminded crew members to get necessary endorsements. He also stated wages are up on Ready Reserve ships. Bosun announced captain pleased with condition of crew staterooms during sanitary inspection. He wished everyone smooth voyage and pleasant and safe vacation. Secretary urged members contribute to SPAD. He thanked all hands for cooperation and patience during cleaning and waxing of decks. Educational director stressed importance of upgrading skills at Paul Hall Center. Treasurer announced $100 in ship's movie fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Request made for chair for ABs standing wheel watch. Crew gave vote of thanks to steward department for excellent job. Next port: Long Beach, Calif. INTEGRITY(U.S. Ship Mgmt.), July 2--Chairman Domingo Leon Jr., Secretary Michael F. Hammock, Educational Director Robert J. Hamil, Deck Delegate Paul D. Lewis, Steward Delegate October 2000 Ali S. Hydera. Chairman announced good trip with payoff July 6 in Elizabeth, N .J. Vessel will then start new, longer run. Secretary thanked crew members for keeping messhall clean. Educational director suggested attending upgrading classes in Piney Point and making sure all seamen's papers and necessary endorsements are up to date. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Clarification requested on working rules for three-man steward department and on riding gang supervision. Suggestion made for contracts department to look into increasing pension and for health plan to include additional companies. Also suggested that more benefits be extended to dependents. Steward department thanked for job well done. Next port: Boston, Mass. KODIAK (CSX Lines), July 1Chairman Roger Reinke, Secretary Melvin E. Morgan, Educational Director Alfonso D. Bombita Jr., Deck Delegate John Habib, Engine Delegate Phillip Greenwell, Steward Delegate Michael Linus. Chairman announced ship scheduled for payoff July 4 in Tacoma, Wash. Blanket relief for all crew July 5. Educational director reminded members to check expiration dates on z-cards and STCW endorsement to avoid hassles when shipping out. Seafarers LOG lists upcoming upgrading courses; everyone urged to attend. Some disputed OT reported in steward department. Numerous suggestions and recommendations made, including: (1) members be able to collect vacation pay every 60 days, (2) Piney Point implement basic woodworking course and refresher wire-splicing course to take while attending upgrading classes, (3) SIU print up guideline of members' rights concerning Family Medical Leave Act. Thanks given to chief electrician for running wire for extra dryer and to steward department for keeping ship clean and for excellent food preparation. Next ports: Tacoma; Anchorage and Kodiak, Alaska. LNG ARIES (Pronav), July 24Chairman Jack J. Cooper, Secretary Doyle E. Cornelius, Educational Director Jeffrey Yarmola, Deck Delegate Richard L. Lewis, Engine Delegate Michael J. Brennan, Steward Delegate Donna D. Moore. Bosun thanked everyone for job well done during uncertainty of vessel reflagging. Crew did professional job, "as would be expected for SIU brothers and sisters." Secretary thanked members for help keeping lounge clean. Educational director noted importance of attending upgrading courses at Paul Hall Center and advised crew to check LOG for schedule of classes. Disputed penalty time in all departments; no beefs reported. Vote of thanks given to steward department for job well done. LNG GEMINI (Pronav), July 20Chairman John Thompson, Secretary Georg G. Kenny, Educational Director Donald Lumpkins, Engine Delegate Dasril Panko, Steward Delegate Sukirman Suraredjo. Chairman stated union adequately responded to issues addressed at previous meeting. He stressed need for safety at all times and not take anything for granted. Scuttlebutt has vessel being reflagged and recrewed by AMO officers on or about Sept. 5. Educational director stressed need to upgrade skills at Piney Point. New simulator building soon ready for classroom instruction. Treasurer announced $2,800 in general ship's fund. Refrigerators and television purchased for all unlicensed crew staterooms as well as microwave oven for galley. Additional funds to be spent on improving satellite TV system. Crew members reminded that refrigerators and TV sets to be stenciled and secured to bulkheads and not to be transferred when changing watches. Chairman read and discussed president's report from May issue of LOG, stressing vital role played by Seafarers as part of America's defense system. Suggestion made for contracts department to consider making Maritime Day, May 22, paid holiday in future contract negotiations, in memory of all Seafarers who gave their lives for this country. Discussion held on difficulties with travel agency used by Pronav. Steward thanked crew for cooperation in maintaining clean ship and for returning movies to library. Video library is outdated; bosun informed crew members that anyone purchasing new videos or books can be reimbursed from ship's fund. Next port: Nagoya, Japan. MAERSK CALIFORNIA (Maersk Lines), July 23--Chairman Andrew B. Barrows, Educational Director Robert J. Flesey Jr., Secretary David Joseph. Chairman complimented crew members on their professionalism. He announced payoff Aug. 2. Educational director reminded members that fire fighting certification needs renewal every five years. Everyone should check to see theirs are updated. Treasurer announced $600 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Suggestion made that spouses and dependents be issued medical cards and receive coverage for prescriptions. Also that new weight machine be added to gym. OOCL INSPIRATION (U.S. Ship Mgmt.), July 30--Chairman Leon T. Jekot, Secretary Jerome Jordan, Educational Director Eric D. Bain, Deck Delegate Hans Gottschlick. Chairman announced payoff on arrival in Houston. This is last voyage for ship with name OOCL Inspiration. Name being changed to Commitment, its original name. Colors currently being painted on house, decks and hatches. Educational director suggested crew members upgrade skills at Paul Hall Center. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Clarification requested about days off in steward department. Suggestion made to have contracts department look into increasing pension in next contract. Old dryer needs repair or replacement. Next ports: Bahamas; Charleston, S.C.; Norfolk, Va.; Newark, N.J. OVERSEAS HARRIETTE (OSG Management), July 2-Chairman Clyde C. Smith, Secretary Mark A. Flores, Deck Delegate Hernando M. Bansuelo, Engine Delegate William E. Cassel ID, Steward Delegate Santiago Amaya. Vessel to pay off in Lake Charles, La. after traversing Panama Canal July 8. Educational director noted delay in repair of certain galley items. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Suggestions made for contracts department to look into dependent prescription coverage and increased dental benefits. More communication requested with ship's captain and licensed officers. Crew members also would like company to donate computer to unlicensed crew. Additional request made for more fresh fruit and vegetables for long voyages. Steward department thanked for job well done. OVERSEAS NEW YORK (ATC), July 25--Chairman Jack Walker, Secretary Jeffrey L. Smith, Edu- cational Director Edward H. Self, Deck Delegate Donald Rezendos, Engine Delegate Sean Walker, Steward Delegate Norm Cox. Chairman announced payoff July 27. He noted coveralls available from chief mate and reminded crew that no more than two movies should be taken at a time. Educational director stressed importance of utilizing Paul Hall Center facilities for upgrading skills and noted ATC safety course not yet in effect. He also advised members to fill out garbage, dry garbage and tin cans. Aluminum cans also separated for collection by shoregang bosun in Oakland. He reminded everyone about renewal of STCW, passports and z-cards. Educational director urged everyone to upgrade at Paul Hall Center for better paying jobs. Treasurer announced $800 in ship's fund. Money to be used to fix satellite system. Some disputed OT reported in engine department; no beefs noted by all three department delegates. Communications read by On-Call on the Red Cloud No sooner does Bosun Gary White sit down for a quick break aboard the USNS Red Cloud (Maersk Lines) when he is paged on his walkie-talkie. forms for extra day's vacation pay. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Communications from headquarters read and posted regarding vacation pay during current contract and signing off on TRBs. Requests made for new movies, new crew lounge furniture and exercise room for crew. Thanks given to steward department for good job. PERSEVERANCE (Maritrans ), July 21--Chairman Thomas W. Lasater, Secretary Catherine M. Hays, Educational Director Kenneth W. Pinchin, Deck Delegate Diego Hatch, Engine Delegate Milton Israel, Steward Delegate Marvin James. Chairman announced payoff in Puerto Rico July 31. He advised everyone to read article in recent LOG about renewing STCW by Feb. 1, 2002. He also noted this is big election year and that Seafarers should stay involved, vote for those who are on maritime's side, and vote in union elections-don't let others decide for you. Dedication and hard work of SIU members and officials have paid off; several companies have agreed to increase wages and benefits aboard ship. Secretary stated contract extended another year. Educational director urged crew members to upgrade skills at Piney Point and make sure seamen's papers are up to date. Treasurer announced $1, 100 in entertainment fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Request made for parts to fix crew bikes or purchase new ones. Suggestion made that Seafarers get paid from day they start traveling to ship and that vacation benefits be payable after 60 days. Also requested better prescription plan for dependents, including coverage for periodontal work and more optical benefits. Request made for tank and oil spill lockers to be kept more orderly. Thanks given to steward department for good food and to all crew members for keeping house clean and helping with soogie job in meat and chill boxes. Next ports: Puerto Rico; Nederland, Texas; Tampa, Fla.; Marcus Hook, Penn. PRODUCER (CSX Lines), July 2--Chairman Robert S. Wilson, Secretary David A. Cunningham, Educational Director Alan A. Rogers II, Deck Delegate Joseph A. Osorio, Engine Delegate Owen J. Duffy Jr., Steward Delegate Pedro J. Laboy. Chairman announced payoff July 4 in Oakland, Calif. He commended crew for good job separating plastic, wet bosun regarding increased wages aboard MarAd vessels. Suggestion made regarding company-paid transportation when vessel changes run to completely new area. Steward department welcomed aboard Eddy Ramirez as new utility/ pantryman, a seasoned pro from San Francisco. Steward also thanked Chief Cook Laboy for delicious meals and keeping galley very clean. "Everyone is real happy about the food on this vessel." Next ports: Honolulu; Oakland and Long Beach, Calif. QUALITY (U.S. Ship Mgmt.), July 9--Chairman Jim Hassan, Secretary Franklyn J. Cordero, Educational Director Brian Sengelaub, Deck Delegate Bennie Spencer, Engine Delegate Carlos Bonefont, Steward Delegate Evans Verveniotis. Chairman noted receipt of new microwave oven. He thanked all departments for safe trip. Secretary thanked everyone for helping keep house, messhalls and lounges clean and reminded all members to have STCW updated before 2002 deadline. Educational director stressed importance of upgrading skills at Piney Point and requested crew to follow rules for separating plastic items from rest of garbage and trash. He also cautioned that safety is everyone's business. No beefs or disputed OT reported. New LOGs received on board. Crew advised that reading LOG is best way to keep abreast of changes in industry. Steward department given vote of thanks for good job. ROBERT E. LEE (Waterman Steamship Corp.), July 23Chairman Cesar A. Gutierrez, Secretary James A. Jackson Jr., Educational Director Isadore J. Greenberg, Deck Delegate Bernard I. Blunt, Steward Delegate Nadine Butler. Chairman noted that after being at anchor 13 days for boiler repair, ship once again en route to Suez Canal and then to U.S., with next port Morehead City, N.C. and payoff in New Orleans. Educational director advised everyone to take advantage of union facility in Piney Point for upgrading skills. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Recommendation made for contracts department to look into raising maintenance and cureg. Repairs needed to VCR and ice machine. Crew thanked steward department for job well done. Seafarers LOB 39 �Baked Turkey Croquettes Know Your Rights Serves: 25 ... a good way to use up leftover turkey, chicken or ham. If using ham, put through a meat grinder and use 1-112 cups ground ham .. . GALLEY 1/2 cups butter 3/4 cup flour 1-112 pints milk 8-1/3 cups turkey, chopped CORNER 4-1/8 teaspoons salt 1-1/8 teaspoons celery salt 5 eggs 2-3/4 tablespoons water 2-1/8 cups bread crumbs 1-1/8 teaspooons ground sage 112 cup butter, melted Melt 2 tablespoons butter over low heat. Add the flour and stir until well blended. Cook one minute. Slowly add milk and cook, stirring constantly, until boiling. Let sauce cool; add chopped turkey, egg yolk, salt and celery salt. Form into 25 small cones. Mix bread crumbs with ground sage. Beat egg in water. Roll cones in crumbs. Dip each cone in egg and roll again in crumbs. Place on greased baking pan and drizzle with melted butter. Bake at 350 degrees for 40 minutes. If anyone is looking for a particular recipe or has one of their own that they would like to share, drop Chef Hetmanski a line at the Paul Hall Center, P. 0. Box 75, Piney Point, MD 20674 or e-mail to: shlssvoc@us.hsanet.net. tetten to the Editor I (Editors note: the Seafarers LOG reserves the right to edit letters for grammar as well as space provisions without changing the writers intent. The LOG welcomes letters from members, pensioners, their families and shipmates and will publish them on a timely basis.) 4 )Ii Captain Praises Steward Department I just wanted to drop a note to let you know of the incredible job done by Chief Steward Brandon Maeda and our SIU steward gang here aboard the Cable Ship Global Link. Alongside the dock, as the ship is now, provides crew members the opportunity to eat at a variety of restaurants. However, a majority of the crew as well as the office staff remain aboard for the meals so as not to miss the great chow. The variety of meals prepared by Chief Cook James Tran ranges from the standard ChiliMac to Beef Wellington and lobster. The menu changes so often, one looks forward to seeing what there is to offer each day. The baker, Ed Tully, continues to amaze us with his preparations of sweets, some topped with chocolate sculptures that he prepares at night on his own time. Brandon and his gang always manage to keep the morale of the crew and officers up while at sea and also strive to maintain the same good feeling while alongside the dock. The monthly birthday parties with cakes and special meals have become the norm which everyone looks forward to as much as Brandon's holiday specials. 40 Seafarers LOG I This ship has months of waiting for a cable break or a project but must maintain a 24-hour callout mode of readiness. This means all 118 bunks must be kept ready, stores loaded for at least 45 days for 90 men, and above all, the ship must be kept in a constant state of cleanliness. The vessel hosts all manner of company personnel as well as the weekly functions by our PR people. In all, 1,500 linear feet of passageway are kept clean and waxed, ready to receive the unknown visitor as well as provide a sense of pride to those who sail aboard her. Suffice it to say, the steward department has a lot to do with the professionalism witnessed by our customers every day. Our morale, comfort and needed rest are taken care of for us by these guys. As for myself, Brandon takes one more worry off my mind as I know the stewards are always ready to go to sea and that we won't even notice the difference. Captain William H. Dowd Master, CS Global Link • days ( 1945), the old Libertys were not really equipped for shipto-shi p refueling at sea while underway. The bosun and deck crew did the best they could using the standard cargo booms to keep oil hoses out of the water. The hoses were in sections of 20 or 40 feet with quick couplings at each end. The ships had to be very close alongside. The skippers tried to take advantage of good weather. The mariners on the ship's wheel had to be on their toes, and we in the engine room had to hold that old triple expansion engine at constant revs and the boiler pressure constant all the while a ship was fueling alongside. I guess we did a good job-no collisions or scrapes. Joseph R Legere West Palm Beach, Fla. )II Reading Good News; Remembering the Past I look forward to getting my copy of the LOG. It's mostly always good news, not like our daily newspapers. I especially enjoy reading the stories like "Voyage to India" [April, July, August 2000]. That brought back memories of being a fireman/ watertender on a Liberty tanker when I was 16. The ship's job was to refuel the convoy escort ships to the Mediterranean and back. In those • )II' Getting the Facts Straight on Islam I read the article "Voyage to India." The article was good and informative. But Mr. Smith misinformed your readers about the Islam religion when he wrote that "the muezzins, or priests, have the 'good fortune' to be blinded while still young babies 'so that they may see no evil."' The statement is completely false. In Islam, there is no priest system. Islam just has religious teachers, scholars and professors. They are paid for teaching, not for performing religious activities, or they are paid for the upkeep of mosques or schools. The actual practice to which Smith referred was that whenever a baby boy was born blind naturally, the parents would send him to religous school to memorize the holy book, the Koran, and get some religious knowledge so he could earn his living by teaching. Zarif A. Qazi Ontario, Canada 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 year, which is to be submitted to the membership by the secretary-treasurer. A yearly finance committee of rank-and-file members, elected by the membership, each year examines the finances of the union and reports fully their findings and recommendations. 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. SHIPPING RIGHTS. A member's shipping rights and seniority are protected exclusively by contracts between the union and the employers. Members should get to know their shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and available in all union halls. If members believe there have been violations of their shipping or seniority rights as contained in the contracts between the union and the employers, they should notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mail, return receipt requested. The proper address for this is: Augustin Tellez, Chairman Seafarers Appeals Board 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to members at all times, either by writing directly to the union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which an SIU member works and lives aboard a ship or boat. Members should know their contract rights, as well as their obligations, such as filing for overtime (OT) on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If, at any time, a member believes that an SIU patrolman or other union official fails to protect their contractual rights properly, he or she should contact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY - THE SEAFARERS LOG. The Seafarers LOG traditionally has refrained from publishing any article serving the political purposes of any individual in the union, officer or member. It also has refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the union or its collective membership. This established policy has been reaffirmed by membership action at the September 1960 meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsibility for Seafarers 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. PAYMENT 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 circumstances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any 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 or she should not have been required to make such payment, this should immediately be reported to union headquarters. CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. 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 contents. Any time a member feels any other member or officer is attempting to deprive him or her of any constitutional right or obligation by any methods, such as dealing with charges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, the member so affected should immediately notify 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. Con eque 1 , no member may be discriminated a · because of race, creed, color, sex, n · al or geographic origin. If any member feels that he or she is denied the equal rights to which he or she is entitled, the member should notify union headquarters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DONATION SPAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fund. Its proceeds are used to further its objects and purpo es including, but not limite to, furthering the politica , 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 condition of membership in the union or of employment. If a contribution is made by reason of the above improper conduct, the member should notify the Seafarers International Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the contribution for investigation and appropriate action and refund, if involuntary. A member should support SPAD to protect and further his or her economic, political and social interests, and American trade union concepts. NOTIFYING THE UNION-If at any time a member feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he or she has been denied the constitutional right of access to union records or information, the member should immediately notify SIU President Michael Sacco at headquarters by certified mail, return receipt requested. The address is: Michael Sacco, President Seafarers International Union 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746. October 2000 �With this application, COPIES of the following must be sent: One hundred and twenty (120) days seatime for the previous year, one day in the last six months prior to the date Name - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -- - - - - - Address - - - - - -- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - your class starts, US MMD (z-card) front and back, front page of your union book indicating your department and seniority, and qualifying seatime for the course if it is Coast Guard tested. All FOWT. AB and QMED agplicants must submit a U.S. Coast Guard fee qf $280 with their agplication. The payment should be made with a money order only. gqyable to LMSS. COURSE Telephone BEGIN END DATE DATE Date of Birth _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Deep Sea Member D Lakes Member D Inland Waters Member D If the following information is not filled out completely, your application will not be processed Social Security#_________ B o o k # - - - - - - - - - Seniority _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Department _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ U.S. Citizen: Yes D No D Home Port ------------ Endorsement(s) or License(s) now held _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ D Yes D No Are you a graduate of the SHLSS/PHC trainee program? If yes, class# _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Have you attended any SHLSS/PHC upgrading courses? D Yes D No If yes, course(s) taken _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Do you hold the U.S. Coast Guard Lifeboatman Endorsement? D Yes D No Firefighting: D Yes D No CPR: D Yes D No Primary language spoken _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ LAST V E S S E L : - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Rating: _ _ __ Date O n : - - - - - - - - - - - Date Off: SIGNATURE -------------- DATE NOTE: Transportation will be paid in accordance with the scheduling letter only ifyou present original receipts and successfully complete the course. If you have any questions, contact your port agent before departing for Piney Point. RETURN COMPLETED APPLICATION TO: Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education, Admissions Office, P.O. Box 75, Piney Point, MD 20674-0075; or fax to (301) 994-2189. The Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education is a private, non-profit, equal opportunity institution and admits students, who are otherwise qualified, of any race, nationality or sex. The school complies with applicable laws with regard to admission, access or treatment of students in its programs or activities. Upgrade your skills at the Paul Hall Center Seafarers LOS 41 �Paul Hall Center Graduating Classes ARPA - Standing outside the entrance to the Paul Hall Center's new simulator building are graduates of the ARPA class, held in July. They are (from left, first row) Bill Cliett, Douglas Jones, Susan Galka, Mike Smith (instructor), (second row) Jim Boyce, Carl Brachear and Jerry Martinsen. Tankerman (PIC) Barge - Completing the tankerman (PIC) barge course July 28 are (from left, kneeling) Michael Bedney, Michael Knighton, (second row) Jason Foster, Barry Schuffels, Laurence Gilley, Ronnie Harrington, Marijan Masnov, Gerry Davis, Demetrius Simmons, Randy Diaz, Ben Cusic (instructor), Greg Scott, (third row) Norman Tourtellot, Maurice Martin, Todd Moreland and Samuel Porchea. Upgraders Water Survival - Completing the water survival course Aug. 4 are Seafarers (from left, kneeling) Mario Morante, Cheryle Mix, Bernabe Pelingon (instructor), Edita Miguel, Franz Schnell, (second row) David MacCollister, Bryan Chase, Scott Wilson, Ede Sinette Jr., Faleh Saleh, (third row) Roger Noah, Mark Poor and Wayne Smiley. AB - Upgrading Seafarers earning their AB endorsements Sept. 1 are (fro feft, kneeling) Cheryle Mix, Bernabe Pelington (instructor), (second row) · ael Bowers, David MacCollister, Luis Martinez, Scott Wilson, Mario Morante, Ede Sinette Jr., Noel Balaguer, (third row) Emani Viii, Mark Poor, Wayne Smiley, Damon Parker, Roger Noah, (fourth row) Chad Warren and Patrick Maldonado. STCW Basic Safety Successfully completing the STCW basic safety class July 28 are (from left, kneeling) Juan Green, Gary Torres, Niko Monsales, Antonio Libo-on, Armando Bermudez, Rudy Antonio, ln-ocenio Desaville, Edward Hopeau, (second row) Russ Levin (instructor), Milton Flynn, Pablo Bermudez, Darren Barrett, Bartow Bridges, John Phillips, Rossel Lino, Gerald Evans, Michael Cascio, Curtis Thornton, Abdul Munassar, (third row) William Watterson, Nicholas Joyce, Rick Metcalf, Dan McDonald, Mike Kifle, Louis Gracia, Ken Grose and John Turner Ill. HAZWOPER - Boatmen sailing aboard Crowley vessels recently completed an 8-hour HAZWOPER renewal class. They are (front row, kneeling) Richard Hollis, Richard Workman, Craige Terry, James Tank, Ede Sinette Jr., Willie Rose, Ben Guillot, Wade Wansley Ill, (second row) Chester Stephens Jr., Robert August Sr., John Jackson, Andrew Smith, Barry Lincourt, Ronnie Harrington, Larry Belcher, Peter Gottschalk, Steven Williams, Gilberto Chamorro, W.B. Callahan, Barry Schuffels, Lawrence Holbert, Jim Larkin, Elijah Seals and John O'Neal. �Paul Hall Center Graduating Classes DEU - Unlicensed apprentices completing the DEU course Aug. 18 are (from left, kneeling) John Lightfoot, (second row) Maurice Chambers (instructor), Robert Gambill, Matthew Redlinger, Justin Baker, Jerome Luckett, Brian Spears, Edmund Livings, (third row) Ian Hemba and Robert O'Neal. Phase III - Graduation is just a short time away for these unlicensed apprentices.in their third phase of study. From left, kneeling are Roger Berger, Michael Bull, Timothy Manes, Earle Shakes, (second row) Jose Rivera, Donna Sylvia, Terry Blade, John Collins Jr., Jared Lee, (third row) Caleb Sachs, Lovell Hyman, Dominic Whitty, Elijah Huff and Ryan Humphrys. Phase > m Graduation - Charles Walker, Christopher Todd, Eli Smith, Marquel Sapp, Justin Rodgers, Ronel Guerzon, Ian Ferguson, Raymond Elsner, Janan Driggers, Randolph Cash and Robert Brown conclude the last stage of the unlicensed apprentice program . Water Survival - Members of the unlicensed apprentice program who completed the water survival portion of their training in August are (from left, first row) Ben Cusic (instructor), Anthony Rodriguez, Phillip Jones, Skyler South Sutika, Keni Smith, Lewis McCray, Reggie Arvelo, (second row) Darren Barrett, Khari Harris, James Summers, Thomas Hawks, Elliott Johnson and Jason Thompson. Chief Steward Under the supervision of Chef/Instructor John Dobson (stirring soup), Seafarers upgrade their steward department skills. Not all the class members are in the photograph at right. The class roster included (in alphabetical order) Jose Garcia, Patricia Geras, David Camacho, Lara Evans, Franz Schnell, John Stephen, Herman Stith and David Wakeman. Vessel Operations - Working their way through the Unlicensed Apprentice Program, the following students completed the vessel operations class in August: (from left, first row) Matthew Nunez, Emilio Abreu, Damon Straughter, Justin Johnson, (second row) Maurice Chambers (instructor), Michael Praslicka, Paul Voisin, Darren Rollins and John Rochez. QMED - This is the last QMED class until next year. Completing the course are (from left, kneeling) Lewis O'Neal, Jaime Hernandez, Antonio Libo-on, Robert McMurray, James Tyson, Richard Abbott, George Murphy Jr., (second row) Edward Fore, Courtney Price, Mike Price, Mike Kifle, Lamar Parker, Brandon Purcell, Gregory Brandani, Carlos Perez, Trinity Ippolito and David Ayou . October 2000 Seafarers LOS 43 �Election lnfonnatlon See special section on pages 13-32 regarding the upcoming SIUNA-AGLIWD election. Sealilt Training: A Vital Resource For America's 4th Aim ofDefense During flight operations aboard the Sgt. William R. Button en route from Guam to Saipan, AB Jamie Dalasio (above and inset) attaches cargo to a U.S. Navy helicopters hoisting cables. Above and at right: Forklift training and crane operations are but a few of the components in the sealift preparedness course offered at the Paul Hall Center. Thousands of Seafarers crew ships that collectively constitute America's fourth arm of defense. During times of war, those vessels carry 95 percent of all equipment and supplies needed to sustain the U.S. military, according to government data. Manning vessels that are operated for the Department of Defense by SIU-contracted companies, Seafarers help provide vital ocean transportation of fuel, ammunition and other materiel to sustain U.S. forces worldwide during military operations. They do so for as long as requirements dictate, at any location around the globe and under all imaginable conditions. As one might suspect, working aboard such vessels demands skills that are compatible with military operations. Thanks largely to the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md., SIU crews are well prepared to meet the challenges posed by these unique requirements. Since 1984, the school has conducted a sealift preparedness course that has equipped Seafarers with the expertise needed to function aboard ships while in military operations modes. The course has been updated on several occas1 eep pace with changing military needs. These skills currently inclu , are not limited to: underway and vertical replenishment, crane operations, forklift training, refueling, damage control, CBRD (chemical, biological and radiological defense), search and rescue, MSC familiarization and helicopter operations. SIU crews utilize their sealift training while working aboard prepositioning ships, tankers, oceanographic and surveillance vessels, aircraft tenance shi ast sealift ships. Seafarers also use sealift skills while manning vessels from the nation's Ready Reserve Force (RRF). SIU members further hone their sealift skills by participating in military exercises at Ferrero takes a break after standing watch on the bow of the MV Cape Trinity. Right: AB Mike Riley pulls lookout duty on the � 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/. 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SCHOOL ADDS SUPERLATIVE SIMULATORS SEAFARERS, ELECTED REPS RALLY AGAINST ‘FLOATING SWEATSHOPS’ U.S. WORKERS LACK RIGHT TO ORGANIZE REP. BATEMEN, DIES AT 72 UNIONS WELCOME NEW ROS LANGUAGE RESOLUTION HONORS MERCHANT MARINERS TRAINING PROVES BENEFICIAL FOR SIU PORT PERSONNEL WHITTEN BRINGS CARING TOUCH TO HER WORK AT PINEY POINT STATE-OF-THE-ART SIMULATORS AID PAUL HALL CENTER TRAINING GREAT LAKES SEASON PICKS UP WITH RAIN RALLY AGAINST FOC’S INFORMATION FOR THE 2000 ELECTION OF OFFICERS , SIU ATLANTIC, GULF, LAKES AND INLAND WATERS DISTRICT. 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How could it happen here? Who would do such a thing, and why? Is another incident coming? A scar will remain forever because of what occurred September 11 , 2001. Yet, a I write this column two weeks after the attack , the dominant images from New York, Washington and the entire nation are snapshots of America' bravery, kindness and resolve. Michael Sacco All across the country, people showed their strength and goodness. Right after the explosions at the World Trade Center and Pentagon, hundreds of emergency workers-many of them union members-gave their lives while trying to save others. Almost immediately, citizens from coast to coast went to give blood, often waiting in line for hours. Monetary donations were taken up. Children sent notes of support to the rescue personnel. Construction workers volunteered to aid in the cleanup. With heavy hearts and plain determination, citizens flew the American flag. During innumerable vigils and services, we mourned together and wept together. We also shared an unmistakable promise to protect our freedom. Over and over again, we were reminded of America's greatness. We were awed by the human spirit. We were bonded in ways that the nation hadn't felt in more than a half-century. As a lifelong trade unionist, I feel both proud and humbled by the labor movement's response to September 11. We have been on the front lines from the beginning, and that includes Seafarers who ferried victims away from danger in New York and then helped provide a resting place for rescue workers. My hat is off to all our brothers and sisters throughout the entire labor federation. The union response is among the countless acts of kindness and solidarity that have taken place since the attacks. Though the circumstances are horrible, maybe this also will help more people understand that unions and union members are an important part of the community. Likewise, our politicians-often the subjects of unfair cynicismdeserve praise for their leadership following the unprecedented attacks. President Bush immediately showed his resolve, and his inspirational address from the Capitol on September 20 set an appropriate tone for America's war against terrorism. Credit also goes to members of Congress, where bipartisanship has become the rule, reminding us of how much we have in common. And to New York Mayor Rudolph Giuliani and other officials in New York and Washington who have rolled up their sleeves and tackled the enormous first tasks of a long recovery. As we look ahead, the Seafarers International Union is ready to do our part in defending America. SIU members have been part of the nation's "fourth arm of defense" since our founding in 1938. We delivered the goods in World War II, Korea, Vietnam, the Persian Gulf War and many other U.S. military and relief operations. President Bush pointed out that the war against terrorism is a different kind of battle than the United States is used to. He also clearly stated that it will be a long campaign. However it plays out, I know the United States and our allies will be successful. And I know that Seafarers stand ready to safely, swiftly carry our troops and cargo and ammunition and whatever else is needed to win this fight. That is the message on the front page of this issue of the LOG America's enemies think that the United States can't maintain our current unity, but they're dead wrong. In many ways, the entire country has been turned into one great big support vessel. We're like those civilian mariners who carried supplies to Murmansk during World War II or formed the "steel bridge" during Operation Desert Storm. The American people, as we've done in all crises, will meet this challenge. We are one nation, one people, one crew. God Bless America. Volume 63, Number 10 October 2001 The SIU on line: www.seafarers.org The Seafarers LOG (ISSN 1086-4636) is published monthly by the Seafarers International Union; Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District/NMU, AFL-CIO; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, MD 20746. Telephone (301) 899-0675. Periodicals postage paid at Southern Maryland 20790-9998 and at additional offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the Seafarers WG, 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746. Communications Director, Jordan Biscardo; Managing Editor/Production, Deborah A. Hirtes; Associate Editor, Jim Guthrie; Art, Bill Brower, Administrative Support, Jeanne Textor. Copyright© 2001 Seafarers International Union, AGLIWD All Rights Reserved. 2 Seafarers LOB Union members and their families across the nation are helping in relief efforts following the Sept. 11 attacks on America. There are many opportunities to lend aid. Check the AFL-CIO web site (www.aflcio.org) for more information. Meanwhile, here are a few potential starting points: • To find out how to donate blood in your community, please call the Red Cross at 1-800GIVE-LIFE. • The New York City Central Labor Council and the New York State AFL-CIO have established a Labor Support Center Hotline-1-800-506-0036 Editor's note: As this issue of the Seafarers LOG went to press, the union received the following letter from SIU-contracted Osprey Ship Management, Inc. Seafarers and their families who in any way assist in the relief efforts are encouraged to contact the LOG so that their stories may be shared. Our mailing address appears in the masthead below. Information also may be sent via email to jbiscardo@seafarers.org, dhirtes@seafarers.org or jguthrie@seafarers.org. September 26, 2001 Mr. Michael Sacco President Seafarers International Union 5201 Au th Way Camp Springs, MD 207 46 Dear Mike: I am pleased to bring to your attention the patriotism, caring and generosity exhibited by your crew members aboard our vessels MIV American Cormorant, MIV LTC Calvin P. Titus, MIV SP5 Eric G Gibson and USNS 1st LT Harry L. Martin. Following the tragic events of September 11, your -to assist working families with a variety of needs. Volunteers also may call (available only to residents in the New York tri-state area) to find out where their skills are most needed. • New York City Central Labor Council Disaster Fund: Mail checks to NYC Central Labor Council Disa-;ter Fund, 386 Park Ave. South, New York, NY 10016. Call 212-685-9552 or visit www.nycclc.org for more information. • Washington, D.C., and Northern Virginia Disaster Fund: Mail checks to the fund at 1925 K Street, N.W., Suite 410, Washington, D.C. 20006. In D.C., make checks payable to the Community Services Agency. Call 202-857-0480 for more information. members aboard these vessels participated in a company-sponsored relief effort which provided, within 48 hours of the attack on the World Trade Center, a variety of much-needed supplies (hard hats, blankets, stretchers, rain gear, boots, respirators, etc.) to the rescue effort in New York City. Coordinated through our office in Bethesda, our shipboard and shoreside employees contributed funds that the company matched to procure and deliver these supplies when they were needed most. Initially, we established a $10,000 target for our relief fund efforts. The response to our solicitation of contributions was so overwhelming that we quickly exceeded that goal. We thus were able also to forward a considerable check to the American Red Cross. The response from our crews to our appeal was particularly heartening. Men and women throughout the ranks chose to contribute to the fund. The tragedy clearly touched all Americans in all walks of life, and our crews demonstrated the across-theboard commitment to rebuilding America and reaffirming our freedom. Best regards, Capt. William B. Gibbs President Construction Moves Forward, Delivery Dates Modified For U.S. Lines' Cruise Ships U.S . Lines and Northrop Grumman on Sept. 21 announced that the first of the new American-flag cruise ships being built in Pascagoula, Miss. is slated for delivery in 2004, while the second vessel is due in 2005. According to a joint release by the companies, issues have been settled which "enable the continued and uninterrupted construction of two 1,900-passenger cruise ships." Phil Calian, chief executive officer of SIU - contracted American Classic Voyages (parent company of U.S. Lines), stated, "We look forward to having a state-of-the-art, luxury cruise ship, built in an American shipyard, sailing the Hawaiian Islands in 2004. Despite the current challenging economic environment, American Classic believes that Hawaii is a fantastic growth opportunity for the company as the Hawaiian cruise market is in its infancy." Jerry St. Pe, chief operating officer of Northrop Grumman's Ship Systems sector, said, "This project is not only important to Northrop Grumman and American Classic, but it has far-reaching benefits for the U.S. economy, creating thousands of American jobs and bolstering the U.S. ship- B Die In Texas Accident As Barges Strike Bridge Authorities are investigating a Sept. 15 incident in which a nonunion tugboat pushing four barges knocked out a large section of the Queen Isabella Causeway in Port Isabel, Texas. Eight people died in the accident; their cars plunged off the 85-foot high span around 2 a.m. before authorities were notified, according to news reports. Thirteen people were rescued. The barges are owned by American Commercial Lines LLC, while the tug is owned by Brown Water Marine Services, Inc. They knocked out a 160-foot section of the only road between South Padre Island (a resort area) and mainland Texas. The state's attorney general, John Comyn, has sued the tug operator for damages to the causeway. The suit aims to have Brown Water Marine declared "negligent and liable" for the accident. building industrial base." More than 1,600 people at Northrop Grumman's Ingalls Shipyard are working full-time on the cruise ship program. The first ship is onethird complete. Both of the new vessels-as well as the former Holland America ship Patriot, which last December began sailing under the U.S. flag with an SIU crew-resulted from passage of the U.S.-Flag Cruise Ship Pilot Project four years ago. That legislation is intended to help revitalize domestic shipbuilding, create thousands of American jobs and increase U.S. tax revenues, among other benefits. Several newspaper accounts stated that the channel was maintained at its proper depth of at least 14 feet, and that the tug operator passed a sobriety test. Repairs to the state's longest bridge (2.37 miles) likely will take four months and cost about $5 million, according to early estimates. For now, ferries are running between the island (population 2,000) and the mainland. The barges were carrying steel and phosphate to Tennessee. Please be advised that SIU headquarters and all SIU hiring halls will be closed Monday, November 12, 2001 for the observance of Veterans' Day and Thursday, November 22, 2001 for Thanksgiving Day (unless an emergency arises). Normal business hours will resume the following workday. October 2001 �Unions Aid in Relief Elfor ts SIU-Crewed Ferries Vital to NY Escape; Hospital Ship Called Like many other Americans, SIU member Frank Virginia at first thought it must have been an enormous accident. Working as a captain for NY Waterway passenger ferries, Virginia saw the first terrorist plane strike the World Trade Center on Sept. 11. "A lot of people in the harbor saw the first plane and we were like, 'Wow, look at the idiot that ran into the twin towers.' We were looking on in amazement," Virginia recalled. "Then when we saw the second plane, we knew that's not an accident; it had to be a terrorist attack." For the next 13 hours, dozens of Seafarers aboard 18 NY Waterway vessels evacuated upwards of 158,000 people from Manhattan. A few of the boats operated long past midnight, providing help for emergency crews. Several SIU members rescued individuals who had fallen from piers into the water, probably due to extremely poor visibility. On a normal work day, SIU captains and deckhands aboard NY Waterway boats transport approximately 32,000-35,000 commuters, covering 10 routes between New York and New Jersey. Many of the boats operate within a mile of the World Trade Center. "Our crews are, without a doubt, the most flexible and responsible people that anybody could have working for them," said NY Waterway Operations Manager Michael McPhillips, formerly an SIU deep-sea division member. "No matter what went on, these guys adapted to every situation, just as the whole maritime industry did. We carried a lot of the injured, including fire fighters and policemen, and burn victims. It was unbelievable." Later that week, members of the SIU's Government Services Division assisted in the relief efforts when the U.S. Navy activated the hospital ship USNS Com/ort and assigned it to New York. The vessel, normally kept in reduced operating status in Baltimore, is designed to provide emergency care for U.S. combat forces. In addition to transporting medical and non-medical support personnel to the disaster scene, the Comfort carried more than 400 pallets of medical and surgical supplies, pharmaceuticals and food. Rescue workers, particularly those from out of town, were using the 894-foot ship for lodging. 'I Can Do My Job' When the second plane hit, the ferry captains instinctively steered toward the south-toward the wreckage. LaGuardia, Aboard the Deckhand Richard Barnett remembered the bombings of Feb. 1993 and the severe storms earlier that winter. Both were occasions when local subway, train and bus service suffered major disruptions, leading to unexpected surges in ferry use. "We've handled large crowds before, but of course those situations weren 't as severe," said Barnett. On Sept. 11, "the captains and the management of the company worked out the details, and everything went smoothly. We were taking as many people as the boats would allow (about 400 per vessel)." He added that the initial passengers "were quite upset. Everybody was in shock. We reassured them that we would not overload the boat.... My crew, we've all been working here a number of years. We knew quite a few people, just as acquaintances, who rode the boat every day who we'll probably never see again." Capt. Adam Sciaino said the crews used radios not only for planning, but also to encourage each other during the surreal moments after the attacks. "That's how a majority of us dealt with it," he noted. Sciaino also pointed out an interesting aspect of the NY Waterway crews' situation. The circumstances were awful, but the mariners at least had an immediate opportunity to help their fellow citizens at a time when many Americans felt powerless. "It made you feel good, like you were there for a reason. You were helping them," he said. "The passengers on the boats were very relieved. They just wanted to get away. As we backed away (from the dock), AP Photo/The United States Navy, Chief Photographer's Mate Philomena Gorenflo October 2001 AP Photo/Suzanne Plunkett Above: Commuter ferries (like the one these people are riding) were vital not only for the evacuation, but also for returning people to work the following week, when other options such as train and bus service remained unavailable. there was a lot of cheering- and of course there was crying, too .... As they were leaving the boat, they would say, 'God bless you, thank you for taking us."' That desire for usefulness continued, Sciaino said. "I was a wreck for two days. But I said, 'I can do my job, I can run my boat. I've got to be professional."' Horror, Relief Deckhand Eric Hablitz said that, all things considered, passengers "were pretty calm, believe it or not. Nobody was trying to rush the boats. They just wanted to get to the Jersey side. A lot of people were talking on cell phones, reassuring the people on the other end of the line. I think they were more at ease, knowing they were on their way." Passengers and crews alike got another jolt, however, when cellphone calls yielded reports of the terrorist attack in Washington, D.C. and the downed plane in Pennsylvania. "People at home were telling passengers about the news reports, and that's how we found out about the Pentagon," Hablitz said. Captain Vincent Lucante noticed a similar commonality among passengers. "They were in a rush, but other than that, it was pretty uniform," he said. ''There was no pushing or fighting. I think we were moving them so fast, there wasn't really any panic. They knew they were getting off the island." The need for rapid action also helped crews cope. "We just reacted. ' Go in and get them out,"' Lucante said. "You gotta do what you gotta do, and that's our job. The company and the Coast Guard were in communication, keeping all the people flowing where they had to go. We were so busy, you didn't think about it too much." Continued on page 11 AP Photo/Roberto Borea Crewed by members of the SIU's Government Services Division, the USNS Comfort (above and in photo at bottom left on this page) transported supplies as well as medical and non-medical support personnel to the disaster scene in New York. Once there, the vessel served as a place of respite for rescue workers, many of whom traveled from other states to assist. Seafarers Primed For Mobilization Although the exact nature of America's military response to the tragic attacks of Sept. 11 remained undisclosed as this issue of the Seafarers LOG went to press, SIU members from coast to coast are eager to help, according to port officials. Seafarers are staying in close contact with the union halls, both in person and by phone, as they await word of possible activations and call-ups for the U.S. Merchant Marine. SIU President Michael Sacco last month issued an alert to all Seafarers officials, in which he directed them to conduct special meetings in the halls and aboard ship. During those meetings, SIU representatives reviewed the union's responsibilities and commitments. "As in every other conflict involving sealift since our union's founding, the SIU must and will be a reliable component of the U.S. team," Sacco said in his cor- Continued on page 13 Paul Hall Center Expands Anti· Terrorism Training The Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education has revamped its anti-terrorism class so that every student at the Piney Point, Md. school receives the training. The center has offered the one-hour seminar for the past four years. Course content has been revised in light of recent events. It is offered as a stand-alone tutorial and also has been incorporated into the school's U.S. brief Coast Guard-approved STCW Basic Safety Training class. Above, Paul Hall Center Vocational Training Director Bill Eglinton leads the Pledge of Allegiance prior to administering the seminar. Seafarers LOG 3 �U.S. Labor Secretary Chao Tours New Orleans Hall, Ship Role of SIU in Maritime Industry Stressed During a recent visit to the New Orleans area, U.S. Labor Secretary Elaine Chao got an opportunity to know the Seafarers International Union and its members a little better. SIU Vice President Gulf Coast Dean Corgey and Port Agent Steve Judd gave President George W. Bush's labor secretary a tour of the union hall, located on Lapalco Boulevard in Harvey, explaining how the hiring hall system operates and how the different ships are staffed through the job call. She then was a guest aboard the nearby SIU-crewed vessel, the USNS Bellatrix, for a tour and lunch. While visiting the ship, Chao spoke with crew members about their jobs and their lives at sea. The USNS Bellatrix is one of eight Fast Sealift ships that provides the U.S. Navy with the capability to rapidly transport the equipment requirements of a heavy armored division. The self-contained features of the ships enable them to load and offload cargo in places lacking normal port facilities. The USNS Bellatrix, like the other vessels in the MSC's Strategic Sealift Force, is maintained in a reduced operating status in New Orleans, capable of being fully activated within four days. Corgey said the visit went well and leaves Secretary Chao with a greater understanding of the U.S. Merchant Marine, in general, and the important role the SIU plays within the maritime industry. Showing her appreciation for the fine food and service aboard the USNS Bellatrix, Labor Secretary Chao poses with (from left) Recertified Steward Ernie Hoitt, Chief Steward Lauren Oram, SA Charles Prier, Steward Reba Golden and Steward Harold Ward. Aboard the Bellatrix Captain Brown shows Elaine Chao the view from the bridge. Port Agent Steve Judd (left) and SIU VP Gulf Coast Dean Corgey escort Labor Secretary Chao around the USNS Bellatrix. Left: Enjoying a shipboard luncheon in her honor, Labor Secretary Elaine Chao is seated with SIU VP Gulf Coast Dean Corgey (left) and USNS Altair Captain Breslin (right). Steward Reba Golden is serving. (Person with back to photo is not identified .) With staff in tow, Labor Secretary Elaine Chao climbs down the gangway after an informative visit aboard the Fast Sealift vessel. Al Schmitt (right), a tugboat captain at Crescent Towing and Salvage, and his father, Al Schmitt Sr., get an opportunity to talk with Elaine Chao at the SIU hall. 4 Seafarers LOG Retired Seafarer Joseph Arch Sr. (center) and Port Agent Steve Judd pose with the labor secretary. SIU members join Elaine Chao for a photo during her visit to the union hall. From the left are SA Henry Edwards, Chao, AB Dawud Wamini and Recertified Bosun Mark Downey. October 2001 �Federation Opposes 'Fast Track' and corporations to compete by violating workers' fundamental human rights. U.S. workers have lost high-paying jobs and have seen their wages and working conditions eroded by trade policies that fail to address this problem. Workers in poorer countries have found it next to impossible to protect their rights and raise standards because corporations will shift their jobs to countries where rights and standards are lower. Trade agreements must ensure that all workers can freely exercise their basic rights as laid out by the 1998 ILO Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work: the right to organize and bargain collectively, to refuse forced labor, to reject child labor and to work free from discrimination. • The Environment and the Public Interest. Trade agreements must not undermine environmental standards. In particular, trade rules must ensure that domestic environmental or other public interest laws and regulations cannot be challenged by private investors before international tribunals, and they must ensure the availability of strong and clear exceptions to trade and investment rules for laws and regulations that protect health, the environment and other public interests. Trade agreements also should encourage environmental progress by including initiatives to raise environmental performance; binding obligations to enforce environmental laws and not lower environmental standards; and citizen review mechanisms and obligations for investors to disclose basic information on environmental practices. • Agriculture. Agricultural policies must support sustainable livelihoods for family farmers and ranchers, and reduce the power of agribusiness to manipulate global food supplies and farm prices. Governments must retain the ability to provide economic safety net programs and other economic assistance to producers as compensation for the negative impact of unfair trade practices by others. Consumers must be ensured the right to know and choose food produced in a sustainable manner. And countries must be ensured the right to protect family farmers and producers in rural communities and to produce a safe and affordable food supply. • Debt and Development. Trade agreements have not focused on enabling countries to invest in the building blocks of sustainable development, and increased trade flows alone have not led to shared and stable growth or to significant poverty reduction in developing countries. The debts claimed by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank from impoverished countries must be canceled and the proceeds used to meet social and environmental needs; cancellation must be separated from "structural adjustment" conditions such as user fees for health care and education that disadvantage certain people. International trade and investment systems must respect the legitimate role of government, in collaboration with civil society, to set policies regarding the development SIU Atlantic VP Cal fey Retires to do something he wouldn't do himself," stated SIU Vice President Contracts Augie Tellez, "whether on the docks on Petty' s Island, on the lines in New Bedford or on the parkway putting up political signs." Kennett Mangram, vice president Government Services Division, worked with Caffey for 18-and-a-half years in the Brooklyn hall. "I really learned a lot from Jack," he said, "and I wish him well in his latest endeavor." Caffey said he has enjoyed his seafaring career, both on the sea and representing the membership. He is particularly gratified to see how the conditions aboard ship have changed for the better. "In my sailing days, we had three or four guys in a room," he noted. "Today, a member has a room of his own with a TV and carpeting on the floor." Throughout his SIU career, Caffey continually has been involved in a number of other labor organizations, including his role as president of the Maritime Port Council of Greater New York and Vicinity since 1989 and president of the Long Island Federation of Labor, AFL-CIO since 1993, to name but two. It is the latter to which he will now devote his full time, helping the AFL-CIO carry out its agenda at the grassroots level. Former SIU VP We t Coast George McCartney remembers Caffey's sincerity and dedication to his work. "He's someone who always tried to help the membership as much as he could," McCartney said. More than 650 well-wishersincluding labor leaders, politicians, family and friends-joined TheAFL-CIO last monthjoined a wide coalition in launching a campaign to derail proposals for "fast track" negotiating authority and the expansion of the so-called North American Free Trade Agreement into a Free Trade Area of the Americas (FfAA). The coalition on Sept. 4 unveiled a unified set of principles calling for global fairness in trade and investment, and protections for working families and the environment. The guidelines will be distributed to members of Congress and used in communities nationwide to oppose fast track trade. These points, dubbed the "Principles of Unity on Trade and Investment: A Call for Global Fairness, " and some of the prevailing ideologies behind each are: • Democracy, Transparency and Accountability. Broadbased citizen participation in trade negotiations must be ensured through democratic mechanisms of consultation and participation. The procedures under which Congress considers trade agreements must include opportunity for full debate and amendments. Negotiating texts, including the full negotiating position of the U.S. government, should be made public at regular and timely intervals (not less than every six months), and trade agreements under negotiation must be subject to thorough environmental and social reviews. Trade dispute resolution must be open to the public. • Workers' and Human Rights. Workers worldwide are disadvantaged by a global economic system that encourages countries After nearly 40 years with the Seafarers International Union and serving under three SIU presidents, SIU Vice President Atlantic Coast Jack Caffey announced his retirement Aug. 31. Born in San Antonio, Texas in 1945, Caffey moved to New York at the age of 10 and went through the New York City Public School system. His seafaring career began in 1962, when he shipped as an ordinary seaman aboard the Steel Maker, an Isthmian Line vessel on its way to India. He continued to sail and soon obtained his bosun certificate, the highest unlicensed rating aboard merchant ships. During the Vietnam War, Caffey made many a trip to that region aboard vessels carrying loads of ammunition. In 1967, he came ashore as a union official. Following eight months in San Francisco, he went back to sea and later worked as a member of the Isthmian shoregang. In 1972, Caffey was urged by SIU President Paul Hall to come ashore as a patrolman and organizer in the port of New York. He also briefly served as port agent in Wilmington, Calif., Baltimore and New Orleans. Caffey was appointed assistant to President Frank Drozak in 1981, working out of the New York hall. Seven years later, under President Michael Sacco's administration, he was elected vice president of the Atlantic Coast region, an area that includes ports along the East Coast to the Carolinas, including the port of San Juan and the U.S. Virgin Islands. SIU President Michael Sacco expressed his thanks to Caffey for "his years of dedication, loyalty and hard work." Caffey "would never ask you A number of years ago, Caffey greeted President Jimmy Carter at a labor-sponsored reception. October 2001 SIU-Crewed Potomac Honored The SIU-crewed Potomac earlier this year received the U.S. Maritime Administration's prestigious Professional Ship Award. The award was presented in recognition of outstanding service by the vessel and its crew in support of the nation's armed forces. Pictured above are some of the Seafarers who attended the award ceremony in Galveston, Texas. They were joined by SIU VP Gulf Coast Dean Corgey (standing, fifth from left) and SIU Asst. VP Jim McGee (standing, far right). The SIU crew included Bosun David Zurek, ABs Jeremy Thigpen, Daniel Conzo, Terry Tolley, Abraham Medina, Robert Clemons, Garry Carraway, Abubakar Idris, Roberto Flauta, ldowu Jonathan, Hector Cumba, Blademiro Santana and Leo Torrenueva; QMEDs Darrell Camp and Carlton Stamp; Chief Pumpman William Deloach; OMUs John Nelson, Chad Westover and Derrick Sullivan; Wiper Roy Martinez; Chief Steward Emilio Cordova; Chief Cook Radfan Almaklania; and SAs N. Abdon, Reina Mendez, Jose Santos and Ibrahim Elsayed. The ship is operated by lnterocean Ugland Management Corp. and welfare of its people. Governments also should have the right to regulate capital flows to shield their people from the destabilizing impact of speculative capital. The foregoing principles were released on the same day top officers of the AFL-CIO and international union presidents began bus tours in dozens of cities to invigorate and mobilize union members and coalition allies to defeat the efforts to allow fast track trade negotiations authority. Fast track proponents are backing legislation that would allow trade agreements to move through Congress with little opportunity for debate and no opportunity for modification. The proposal before Congress would prohibit the addition of enforceable protection for workers' rights and the environment in fast-track agreements. Caffey for a retirement party, held Aug. 16 at the Crest Hollow Country Club in Woodbury, N.Y. A telephone call from Sen. Charles Schumer (D-N.Y.) and a personalized congratulatory video from Senator Hillary Clinton (D-N. Y.) were among the good wishes received by Caffey that evening. SIU VP West Coast Nick Marrone, who trained as a patrolman in New York and worked with Caffey, attended the retirement festivities. He said he will "always remember Jack as a firm man of his principles," and someone who "has always given me insight." Above: SIU VP Atlantic Coast Jack Caffey (left) addressed the crowd at a rally last year in behalf of Hillary Rodham Clinton, who subsequently won her election as a U.S. senator representing New York. At right in photo is New York Senator Charles Schumer. Right: Jack Caffey (left) was present when dredging legislation was signed by New York Governor Mario Cuomo. Also pictured is Art Wilcox, special assistant to the NY State AFL-CIO president. Seafarel'S LOG 5 �Labor Backs Cancellation of World Bank-IMF Talks Workers' Rights Issues Still Must Be Addressed In the wake of the terrorist attacks in New York and Washington, D.C., the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) canceled their meetings scheduled for Sept. 29-30 in the nation's capital. The AFL-CIO earlier pulled out of protests scheduled for those days, with AFL-CIO President John Sweeney scrapping the demonstrations in the aftermath of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks on New York's World Trade Center buildings and the Pentagon outside of Washington. In a Sept. 14 letter to James Wolfensohn, president of the World Bank, and Horst Kohler, managing director of the IMF, Sweeney called for cancellation or postponement of the annual meeting. He also advised the officials of labor's decision to call off protests if and when the meetings are rescheduled. "I believe that this is a time for pause and profound reflection, not another round of closed-door meetings behind tall fences," Sweeney said in his letter. "For our part, the AFL-CIO will not, in any event, continue our planning to lead a peaceful mass protest at the meeting, nor will we participate in any such demonstrations. "At the current time, our energies and attention are fully focused on the massive relief effort in which our unions are involved, and on bringing people together to begin the process of healing and renewing our sense of community and confidence," the labor president said. Despite calling off demonstrations, Sweeney advised the financial executives that labor remains unwavering in its belief that World Bank, IMF and World Trade Organization (WTO) policies must be changed in order to promote fairness and a global economy that works for working families everywhere. "We will continue to call for new rules for the global economy that protect people and the planet, not just multinational corporate interests, and to work to defeat fasttrack trade negotiating authority, to win cancellation of debt for poor nations and to develop strong global HIVI AIDS policies," Sweeney said. "The institutions that forge policy for the global economy-the WTO as well as the Bank and the Fund -must work with concerned citizens to rethink how global deliberations proceed." Sweeney said. The World Bank is the world's largest source of development assistance, providing nearly $16 billion in loans annually to its client countries. It is supposed to use its financial resources to assist developing countries on a path of growth in the fight against poverty. The IMF is an international organization of 183 member countries. It was established in 1945 to promote international monetary cooperation, exchange stability and orderly exchange arrangements to foster economic growth and high levels of employment. The annual gathering of the two bodies already had been scaled back from a week to two days because of the number of protesters from the U.S. and elsewhere-as many as 100,000- that were mobilizing. Protesters contend the institutions' policies widen the gap between the rich and the poor. In recent years, the IMF and World Bank, symbols of economic globalization, have become the targets of violent protests. Recent meetings in Seattle, Quebec City and Genoa, Italy, were disrupted. Organizing Named Top Priority At UIW Quandrennial Convention Members of the SIU-affiliated United Industrial Workers (UIW), meeting Sept. 11-12 in Piney Point, Md. for their 11th quadrennial convention, identified organizing new members as their primary goal. The UIW represents workers employed in the manufacturing, service and government sectors. In addition to outlining strategies for providing union representation to workers currently not members of labor organizations, convention delegates also reaffirmed their commitment to political action, outlined various goals and elected new officers. UIW officers and delegates stressed the importance of organizing new members time and again as they delivered their individual reports to convention attendees at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education. "Four years ago, delegates to the United Industrial Workers' 10th quadrennial convention agreed to carry a renewed com- Michael Sacco, President SIU/UIW mitment to organizing with them when they returned to their respective regions," stated SIU President Michael Sacco during his convention address. Sacco was reelected as president of the urw. "Today, in 2001, we must take it a step further," he continued. "Let's be perfectly clear on this point: The UIW's long-term survival depends on organizing." After examining national statistics on union membership trends over the past four years, Sacco said that overall, membership levels today are practically unchanged and that in some instances--downsizing and plant closures being prime examples -not much can be done about people exiting the union umbrella. One of the biggest problems facing today's unions, he said, is the nation's widespread failure to enforce labor laws. "Despite the fact that Americans have a legal right to join unions, employers are break- ing the rules time after time," Sacco noted. "In far too many cases, companies have illegally fired workers for supporting a union . . . they have threatened to shut down if employees vote for a union." Once labor law enforcement problems are rectified, Sacco suggested that union membership figures steadily would increase. "I say that because I have seen the difference a union can make for members and their families . . . union pay is higher in nearly all occupational groups . . . union workers also have better benefits and a real voice in the workplace. They have greater job stability and they are more productive." UIW National Director John Spadaro, elected to remain in his post for the next four years, said his "top priority is and always will be the membership. That means working to secure better contracts, safer working conditions and new job opportunities ... It also means organizing new members, both to ensure the UIW's long-term survival and simply to extend the benefits of union representation to more and more people." Spadaro earlier this year succeeded Steve Edney, who retired in May following some 50 years of UIW service. Several UIW officials briefed the convention on significant membership gains in their respective regions. In addition to dubbing organizing their primary focus , officials and delegates also agreed that the UIW's involvement in political activities is crucial to its continued survival. Issues such as workplace safety, ANWR, Social Security, health care, the mini- Thomas V. Mike Miller Jr. Maryland State Senator Ed Mohler, President Maryland State AFL-CIO mum wage, fair trade and others are high on the UIW's agenda. President Sacco reminded all who attended the convention that politics is the common thread that ties all these issues together. A number guest speakers addressed the convention. These included Maryland state Sen. Thomas V. Mike Miller Jr.; John P. O ' Connor, acting secretary, Mary land Labor, Licensing and Regulation; Ed Mohler, president, Maryland State AFL-CIO; and Valerie Lilja, Union Privilege representative. Each lauded the SIU and the UIW for the strides both unions are making in behalf of their members and the labor movement as a whole. All pledged their continued support for the unions' agendas. Sen. Miller spoke of the long and productive relationship he has enjoyed with the labor movement during his career. Secretary O'Connor focused on safety in the workplace. Mohler examined the importance of labor's role in the political process and urged convention attendees to remain politically active. Lilja outlined the various programs available to UIW members and their families. Naturally, each of the speakers offered sympathies in light of the terrorist attacks in New York and Washington, which occurred just as the convention began. Left: Officials and delegates to the 11th quadrennial convention of the UIW stress the need to increase organizing efforts and become more politically involved. 6 Seafarers LOG October 2001 �U.S., Brazilian Unions Sign Solidarity Pact To Help Ensure Justice for Trico Mariners ® Sheraton New Orleans HOTEL SIU President Michael Sacco said Trico mariners "are just trying to make their lives better by joining a union." Representatives of American and Brazilian seafaring union in late August signed a bilateral olidarity pact pledging international cooperation to promote fairness, justice and a voice at work for mariners at Trico Marine Services, Inc. According to the agreement, which the SIU signed, "The Brazilian and U.S. unions call peacefully and lawfully on Trico Marine Inc. to respect human rights and workers' rights and to cease its anti-union activities against the mariners working on board their ve el operating in the U.S. Gulf of Mexico." In order to give the accord some real force, the unions agreed to "call peacefully and lawfully on the customers of Trico not to engage in any further contracts with Trico from this day forward until Trico ceases its Agreement Reached For USNS Supply The SIU's Government Services Division has reached an agreement with the U.S. Military Sealift Command (MSC) which addresses habitability issues aboard the USNS Supply. The Supply is the first of four fast combat support ships (TAOE class) transferring to MSC by September 2004. MSC took control of the vessel this summer, during ceremonies in Earle, N.J. Among other issues, MSC and the union agreed that prevailing maritime practices regarding wages and working conditions would apply aboard the Supply. Additionally, all terms and conditions of the current collective bargaining agreement will remain in effect. The overall agreement addresses such categories as limited berthing; separating day workers from watch standers (to allow for uninterrupted rest periods); lighting; linens; communication access; preferential shipping; and, of par- anti-union activities and, upon demonstration of majority support, recognizes the Offshore Mariners United (OMU) as the union representing the mariners working on the company's U.S. Gulf of Mexico fleet and negotiates in good faith a collective bargaining agreement providing these workers all the protections of union repre entation." Trico Marine operates a fleet of nearly 100 vessels worldwide. The company's primary markets are the Gulf of Mexico, the North Sea and Brazil. Mariners in the North Sea and Brazil enjoy the protection of a union contract. The OMU is backed by the SIU; American Maritime Officers; International Organization of Masters, Mates & Pilots; and Marine Engineers' Beneficial Association. "Today's pact demonstrates yet again that unions around the world will stand in solidarity when companies like Trico tread on the rights of workers," SIU President Michael Sacco stated during an Aug. 22 press conference in New Orleans announcing the agreement. Also speaking at the conference was Ricardo Ponzi, president of the Brazilian maritime union known as the National Federation of Seafarers, Inland Navigation, Fisheries and Allied Trades. "Although we have a solid labor-management relationship with Trico in Brazil, we cannot let the situation in the U.S. continue," he said. "By signing this agreement, we are putting Trico on notice that they cannot continue to do business anywhere until they stop their campaign of intimidation and harassment against U.S. workers and recog- nize that they, and they alone, should have the right to organize a free trade union." Trico Marine operates approximately 15 vessels in the Brazilian offshore market. Most of the vessels are under contract with Petrobas. Stephen Cotton, secretary of the International Transport Workers' Federation's Special Seafarers Department, added, "This is a global fight for trade union rights. The ITF's affiliates around the world have condemned Trico's union busting and will not let it stand." Earlier this summer, Norwegian oil workers began pressuring Trico and a subsidiary to stop interfering with its workers' right to vote for union representation. The Norwegian Oil and Petrochemical Workers' Union (NOPEF) called upon the company to "let the employees decide themselves whether they will join a trade union or not, without any interference, harassment, discrimination or threats from the management." Integrity Crew Discusses Contract, STCW ticular significance, habitability compensation. Further, the agreement calls for MSC to work diligently with Navy personnel in securing funds for completing full habitability modifications in a reasonable time frame. Copies of the full agreement were made available to all unlicensed crew members upon their assignment to the ship. The Supply is crewed by 176 civilian mariners and 59 Navy personnel. Its main mission is providing fuel, ammunition and food to Navy ships underway. CIVMAR Wage Increase Civilian mariners aboard the respective fleets operated by the U.S. Military Sealift Command (MSC) and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration will receive wage increases of 3.83 percent, retroactive to July 1, 2001. The increase applies to base wages and premium pay. During a shipboard meeting in Port Elizabeth, N.J. in late August, Seafarers aboard the SeaLand Integrity discussed the SIU's new standard freightship and tanker agreements as well as the need for deep sea mariners to obtain STCW Basic Safety Training (BST). Pictured aboard the vessel are (top photo, from left) AB Felix Santiago, AB Paul Lewis and Chief Cook Hamdi Hussein; (below left, from left) GUDE Juan Rosario, AB Santiago, Bosun Gus Koutouras and Chief Steward Gregory Melvin; and (photo below right) QMED/Electrician Dennis Baker. Kudos for SIU Boatman Baby Bond Program Still Going Strong at 50 Seafarer Butch Schuessler (center) recently received a certificate of appreciation from SIU-contracted G&H Towing Company for his actions earlier this year during Tropical Storm Allison. Schuessler and other SIU boatmen aboard G&H tugs assisted numerous ships that had broken from their respective lines and were drifting. Pictured with Schuessler near Houston are SIU VP Gulf Coast Dean Corgey (right) and SIU Asst. VP Jim McGee. October 2001 Next year will mark the 50th anniversary of the SIU Baby Bond Program. Through this program, union-member parents receive from the SIU a U.S. savings bond in the name of the newborn. The $50 bond is issued after the union receives confirmation of the birth. When a maternity benefit is paid for a Seafarer or dependent, it triggers a letter asking for basic information concerning the newborn and the member. This includes the baby's Social Security number, because the Federal Reserve Bank requires it. If no maternity benefit was applied for, but a member believes his or her newborn may be eligible for a bond through the SIU, that member should contact a port agent or the secretary-treasurer's office. Once the union possesses the appropriate information, applications for bonds are taken (monthly) to the Federal Reserve Bank. Typically, it takes several months for the bank to send the bonds to the union. Once they're received, the bonds, along with a letter from the SIU president, are mailed to the member's home. Seafarers LOG 7 �Apprentices Take 'Hands-On' Approach Practical Training ls Key Component Of Paul Hall Center's Entry Program The amended STCW convention places an unprecedented premium on practical demonstration of skills, but hands-on schooling i nothing new for the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education, located in Piney Point, Md. By the time students graduate from the center's unlicensed apprentice program, they have engaged in extensive hands-on training in all three shipboard departments. Such preparation enables Paul Hall Center graduates to perform their jobs with utmost safety and efficiency. The hands-on training takes place both at Piney Point and aboard actual SIU-contracted vessels. At the school, students utilize instructional tools such as the training vessel Osprey; the new, world-class simulator; and the state-of-the-art fire fighting and safety school, among other equipment. The three-phase program, which also includes classroom studies, opens with a 12-week segment at Piney Point, followed by a 90-day shipboard assignment designed to help students select which department (deck, engine or steward) they prefer. Then, students return to the Paul Hall Center for department-specific training. As Seafarers advance their careers, the school maintains its emphasis on practical training, through dozens of U.S. Coast Guardapproved upgrading courses. For more information about the apprentice program and other aspects of the Paul Hall Center, please call the school toll-free at 1877-235-3275, or visit the internet site at http://www.seafarers.org. standing watch on the bow is UA James Martin. Chatting in the Osprey's sleeping quarters are (from left) UAs Felipe Zepeda and Jordan Cuddy. All of the photos on this page were taken during a recent class aboard the training ship Osprey in Piney Point, Md. Left: The Osprey is equipped with radar and other equipment routinely found aboard U.S.-flag ships. Below: UA Clinton Lough (left) pulls the line to tie down Osprey upon returning to the school's dock. Clockwise from above: Pictured in the engine room is UA Justin Yettou; UA North Bremicker steers the training ship Osprey, UA Christin Cross checks radar screen while at helm with help from instructor Maurice Chambers. B Seafarers LOG October 2001 �It's Academic: Paul .......... ----...Dfer Olfen Study Support .fi Students The academic department at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education offers wide-ranging support for students at the Piney Point, Md. facility. That support is aimed at helping upgraders and apprentices alike succeed in their respective courses, many of which blend classroom instruction with hands-on training. In turn, achievement in the classroom helps Seafarers do a better job when they return to shipboard life. Individual tutoring is available for students who want to improve their reading skills. Similarly, instruction is offered for those who wish to hone their verbal proficiencies. In addition, basic vocational support courses are conducted throughout the year, one week prior to the AB, QMED, FOWT, third mate, tanker assistant and water survival classes. The Paul Hall Center also offers a GED program which is open to students who do not have a high school diploma. Additionally, students interested in higher education may take college preparatory courses for English and math. The school is a degree-granting institution approved by the Mary land Higher Education Commission-it offers an a sociate of applied science degree in nautical science and marine engineering technology. Vocational courses also are approved for credit by the American Council on Education. Students may apply for college credit for many of the vocational courses that they take while upgrading at the school. For more information, visit the academic department, located at the school's Crowley Center for Higher Learning, or call (301) 994-0010, ext. 5411. Labor Day in Wilmington, Calif. Academic department instructor Gail Dobson (left) works with Lisa Harewood, a phase Ill apprentice, on math equations included in the tanker assistant course. The department provides basic support and more advanced classes. Above, instructor Rick Prucha explains a trigonometry proof. 'Great Gang, Great Feeder' AB George Jordanides, who sent these photos of Maersk Texas mariners to the Seafarers LOG, reports smooth sailing aboard the vessel. 'The ship has a great gang and is a great feeder," reports Jordanides. "We're on the South American run." The photos were taken in Arica, Chile. Seafarers and their families joined in Labor Day festivities in Wilmington, Calif. on Sept. 3. Above, the SIU contingent carries banner during parade. Below, AB Alfredo Sanchez (holding camera) prepares to capture the moment. He's joined by (from left) Patrolman Ike Williams, Wiper James King and Retiree Cesar Ramos. At bottom, CMEs Xuan Van Phan (left) and James Dryden listen to pro-worker messages. Chief Steward Henry Manning Pictured from left to right are ABs Lloyd Stock, Zdravko Keresyes and Fred Collins. AB George Jordanides waits for pilot to board before the Seafarer secures the gangway. Right: AB Fred Collins October 2001 Seafarers LOG 9 �1988 Scliolanlllp Winner The Seal arers Scholarship Program .. • B ack in 1952, when the Seafarers Welfare Plan (now the Seafarers Health and Benefits Plan) established a scholarship program to help qualified members and their dependents finance their college and vocational educations, four awards were given. Beginning with the fall term of 1953, the four students were eligible to receive full college scholarships of $1,500 a year for four years, good at any recognized college or university in the United States. The yearly $1,500 stipend was more than enough in 1953 to cover all tuition and fees and still leave money over for books and incidentals, even at an Ivy League school. When Francis M. Sheehan won a dependent's scholarship (see article at right) in 1988, the Seafarers Health and Benefits Plan was already offering six scholarships. Two were earmarked for Seafarers (each in the amount of $5,000) and four $10,000 awards were for the dependents of SIU members. This year, the odds of being selected for an SIU scholarship have gotten even better. As of July 10, 2000, three monetary awards are given to Seafarers (one in the amount of $20,000 and two for $6,000 each), and five $20,000 scholarships are offered to dependents, for a total of eight scholarships-$132,000 in all. The Seafarers Health and Benefits Plan scholarship committee is now taking applications for the 2002 program, which will award the eight grants. All Seafarers and their spouses and children who plan to attend college are encouraged to complete a scholarship application. The deadline for submission of all required paperwork is April 15, 2002. The first step in the application process is sending away for the Seafarers Scholarship Now New York Lawyer Program booklet. To receive a copy of this guide, fill out the coupon at the bottom of this page and return it to the address listed on the form. Once the scholarship booklet has been received, applicants should then check the eligibility information and, if they are eligible, should start collecting other paperwork which must be submitted along with the full application by the April 15 deadline. These items include transcripts and certificates of graduation. Since schools are often quite slow in handling transcript requests, the sooner the requests are made, the better. Another part of the application package includes letters of recommendation solicited from individuals who know the applicant's character, personality and career goals. A photograph of the applicant as well as a certified copy of his or her birth certificate also need to be included. The selection committee looks at the high school grades of all the applicants and also checks the scores of either their College Entrance Examination Boards (SAT) or American College Tests (ACT). Therefore, arrangements should be made to take these exams no later than February 2002 to ensure the results reach the committee in time to be evaluated. Those Seafarers and dependents who previously have applied for a Seafarers scholarship and were not selected are encouraged to apply again this year, provided they still meet all the eligibility requirements. Today, there are more chances than ever to make your dreams for a college education a reality. Start the process now by sending for a copy of the scholarship program booklet. When Francis Michael Sheehan was awarded a $10,000 scholarship in 1988, the senior at Monsignor Farrell High School in Staten Island, N. Y. took full advantage of the educational opportunities it afforded him. The son of Jack Francis Sheehan, general counsel, Sheehan (now an at work in his New York office. SIU representative in the port of New York), Francis obtained a bachelor of science degree in accounting from New York Univeristy. He then earned a law degree from New York University School of Law and worked at a large Wall Street law firm in their corporate department for five years. Since then, Sheehan has served first as assistant general counsel and now as general counsel of ScreamingMedia Inc., a company in New York City that specializes in distributing syndicated content to websites and wireless networks. Additionally, he is serving as finance chairman for a friend who is campaigning for the City Council of New York City in a district in Queens. Sheehan notes in a recent letter, "I will always be grateful and extremely appreciative of the generosity of the Seafarer International Union in awarding me that scholarship." STCW: The Clock Is Ticking It Does llllake A Difference! ••• If you sail aboard deep sea or near-coastal vessels, you must comply with the amended STCW convention. lease send me the 2002 SIU Scholarship Program booklet which contains eligi- : Although the deadline for compliance is Feb. 1, 2002, SIU members are urged to complete STCW Basic Safety bility information, procedures for applying and a copy of the application form. Training (BST} and acquire the 1995 STCW certificate , if requ ired , immediately. The following unlicensed Seafarers need an STCW '95 certificate: Bosuns, ABs, QMEDs and FOWTs. Steward department personnel are not requ ired to possess a cerMariner's Social Security Number _____________________ tificate. Also, all unlimited and limited license holders with ... Street Add ress a near-coastal and ocean endorsement need a '95 certificate. All Seafarers sai ling on deep sea or near-coastal vessels must complete BST. Al l SIU members who sail on these types of vessels are Telephone Number ____________________ __ _ _ _ __ asked to contact the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education at this toll-free number: 1-800-732-2739. This application is for: D Self D Dependent Please contact the school even if you already have completed basic safety and you have a '95 certificate. Mail this completed form to Scholarship Program, Seafarers Health and Benefits Plan, r----------------------------------------------------------------------------, P 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746 10 Seafarers LOG 10/01 Don't Wait! Sign up today for your STCW training! October 2001 �Victims, Heroes being utilized by rescue workers as a nearby place to eat, rest and bathe. Seafarers and MEBA members also worked the commuter ferries that proved instruMany union members were the material, according to reports. mental in the evacuation. among the victims at the World Hundreds of members of In addition, AFL-CIO ComTrade Center and the Pentagon. Operating Engineers locals 14 munity Service-Red Cross Hundreds died, perhaps more. and 15 are operating heavy equip- liaisons are in New York assisting In response to the catastrophe, ment in the rescue operations. in coordination efforts between scores of trade unionists conThe New York City Building the Red Cross and union disaster tributed to the relief efforts from and Construction Trades Council relief efforts. At the request of the the earliest moments after the is working around the clock, with Red Cross, AFL-CIO staff helped attacks. They include fire fight- as many as 1,000 people involved locate space for a Compassion ers, emergency services and med- in the rescue. Care Center to provide counselical workers conducting rescue Thousands of health care ing to families of the victims. and aid missions in New York workers responded in the hours The Red Cross called the and the Washington, D.C. area; and days following the attack. Teamsters to request a truck and merchant mariners who evacuat- SEIU Local 1199NY, the SEIU drivers to pick up communicaed citizens from the disaster Committee of Interns and tions equipment at a warehouse in scene in Manhattan and who pro- Residents and the SEIU Doctors' Memphis, Tenn. and drive it to vided food and waterborne shel- Alliance provided 24-hour emer- New York. IBT members, emmedical service. ployees of UPS, responded to the ter for rescue workers; and count- gency less volunteers who are contribut- The New York State Nurses call, and the equipment has been ing their services, monetary Association, part of the United delivered. donations and blood. American Nurses, has been carIn Detroit, more than a dozen The day after the attacks, ing for World Trade Center vic- tractor-trailers loaded with relief members from several construc- tims in Manhattan, Brooklyn and supplies were dispatched to New tion unions based in or near New New Jersey hospitals. York City. Teamsters and Postal York City (including the Iron The New York State Workers loaded the respirators Workers) used everything from Psychological Association, an and other medical supplies, resheavy equipment to their hands to AFT affiliate, sent di aster cue tools and work clothes for remove debris from the streets in response teams to help victims, rescue workers. IBT members lower Manhattan. They had tele- workers and their families deal drove the trucks. The donations phoned union officials to ask how with the emotional reaction to were made by Detroit-area busithey could help, even before the events. The teams are working nesses. National Guard requested their near the site, at the morgues and In Washington, D.C. and assistance. other locations. Northern Virginia, hundreds of At the request of the Federal Along with the United members from dozens of differAP Photo/Beth A . Keiser Emergency Management Agency, Federation of Teachers, also an ent unions planned to go door-to- An American fl ag is posted in the midst of the rubble of the World Trade Iron Workers from their Wash- AFT affiliate, the NYSPA is door to canvass for volunteers Center on Sept. 13. ington, D.C., headquarters pur- developing a package of material and to . collect contributions to chased essential recovery equip- for school children to help them support relief efforts for the Local 94 and Uniformed Fire spread throughout all the floors of the towers. It is not known how ment needed to cut through the comprehend the tragedy and their Pentagon and World Trade Center Officers Association Local 854. millions of tons of rubble. The feelings about it. The material attacks. Hotel Employees & many escaped. (The other Local union coordinated three teams of also will stress the importance of Thousands of D.C.-area union Restaurant Employees: Local 32BJ members work evening and 100 President Bill Grandfield night shifts.) recovery volunteers to rotate into not blaming an ethnic group for members work at the Pentagon. said some 270 members worked At the Pentagon, more than the actions of individual terrorManhattan. BCTGM locals 3 and 50 were Volunteers from all 16 New ists. contacted by New York emer- at the Windows on the World 200 janitors represented by SEIU York City Laborers local unions As reported in the lead story gency shelters and asked if they restaurant on floors 106 and 107 local 82 all escaped unharmed. are helping in the recovery opera- on page 3 of this issue of the could obtain paper masks and of the World Trade Center AFGE: About 235 members tion, including Local 78, which Seafarers LOG, members of the gloves used by union workers in Building 1. About 70 were on of three AFGE locals worked in specializes in asbestos handling. SIU, MEBA and the MM&P are bakeries to donate to volunteers duty Tuesday morning. Another the World Trade Center complex The World Trade Center build- aboard the hospital ship USNS and workers at the World Trade 30 Local 100 members staffed the for the Commodity Futures ings contained a huge amount of Comfort in New York, which is Center rescue effort. The locals cafeteria in the World Trade Trading Commission, the Equal contacted union-contracted bak- Center Building 7, which also Employment Opportunity Commission and the Federal Trade eries in the region and obtained collapsed. Communications Workers of Commission. Members of two 20,000 masks. They then helped Sept. 13, additional AFGE locals worked distribute the face masks to res- America: As of President Morton Bahr said CWA in the Pentagon as Army employcue workers in various points in casualties included five Verizon ees and staff in the office of the Manhattan. The New York State AFL- workers (two of whom were at Secretary of Defense and as Air CIO, Fire Fighters, the West- the Pentagon); one worker at each Force employees. At press time, it chester/Putnam Counties AFL- of the television networks, NBC was not known where these CIO Central Labor Body and and ABC; two port authority workers were during the attacks UFCW have teamed up to pro- workers; and one retired member or their conditions. AFSCME: The number of vide truckloads of food from who perished aboard an airliner used in the terrorist attack. In missmg AFSCME District union supermarkets to fire fighters participating in the World addition, 204 members were Council 37 emergency services workers stands at 45. AFSCME Trade Center rescue. The New unaccounted for. SEIU: A spokesman for SEIU DC 37 represents emergency York City labor council organized a clothing drive for emergency Local 32BJ, which represents medical technicians and Red about 1,000 building mainte- Cross workers. AFT: Three service workers. nance workers at the World Trade District of Columbia teachers Though additional assistance like this is not needed at this time, Center, said 350 local members were onboard the hijacked were on duty at the time of the American Airlines jet that the Chicago Tribune reported on AP Photo/Mark Lennihan attack. The workers-porters, slammed into the Pentagon. Early morning commuters ride a ferry across New York Harbor Monday, 39 Chicago-area fire fighters who cleaners, elevator operators and Sept. 17, to the financial district in lower Manhattan. jumped in cars and drove to New Continued on page 13 maintenance workers-were York to assist. Union members also are just urgency. Continued from page 3 "The next day, one of our pas- responding to calls for contribuCapt. John Clare agreed. "I sengers thanked us for getting his tions to relief funds set up for can only speak for myself, but I father off Manhattan. His father workers at both the World Trade was just focused on getting as was in World War II, and he was Center and the Pentagon and are many people out as I could, get- comparing this to the evacuation turning out at Red Cross offices ting the job done. We did what we at Dunkirk." and hospitals to donate blood. had to do, plain and simple." One week after the attacks, the To find out where to donate He said his passengers "were ferries remained on a substantial- blood, call the Red Cross at 1shocked but relieved. Everybody ly beefed-up schedule, transport- 800-GIVE-LIFE. Check the was just a zombie, pretty much. ing thousands of commuters who AFL-CIO web page (www.aflSome of the people had burns to usually ride the train, subway or cio.org) to learn how you may their faces and hands .... We start- bus. Their daily average was contribute to the relief funds. ed taking people right off the sea around 50,000 passengers. Concerning union members wall, over the fences. Luckily, "As you can guess, we're who were victims of the attacks, there were two New York City extremely busy," said Barnett. the federation relayed the followpolice officers there, and they "We've added quite a few stops ing information from its unions: were handing children down and that we don't normally make. Fire Fighters: As many as 400 A day after the terrorist attacks on the twin towers in lower Manhattan, assisting people onto the boat. We're the only way for people to total are missing, from Uni- a view from the SIU hall in Brooklyn showed the smoke still very much There wasn't a sense of panic, get in and out." formed Firefighters Association in evidence. Unions Aid in Relief Elforts October 2001 Seafarers LOG 11 �It arou attac affili cond September 12. Jamil '>()01 Nl the i 1 aske sible ~ . er pres1dent ld />... Schaitberg , fFu:e Fighters Baro l Association o Internauon~ de A.venue, NW 1750 New ope ,,()006 Washington, ~ ' mon we extend our . eatarers lntemauoual l! k down yesterday in pear ro .... d women of thefiS fiohters who were stroc f the men "'' IAfF 1re ., On behalf o th falllllies of the f the nathies to e -'-erent dangeIS o ym deepest s r . d death are trn• . of the New York. recogni:z.e that m1urY a~ us for the magnitude d seafarers bOth . uld have pre\)aI . fl ohters an othing co Fire~"' y pursue. Howev~. nld Trade Center. are trcly New d time again - that they livelihoods e. st attack on the or heartless terron theY have time an · layed - as .... IAfF :membeIS d1sp . . n thal we in u1e • vest. . the endless adroll'.auo Yorks bra .. ·n be cornforted by their fellow roan. ·"at their faJlll.hes w1 lives at risk to save We pray u• h put theU have for those VI o 1 and fraternally, B ther Schaitberger. s- ~~~ Michael sacco president AP Photo/Beth A. Keiser Attacks Affect Maritime Trade The U.S. maritime community suffered losses in the terrorist attacks last month, then quickly moved to assist in relief efforts and tighten port security. Among the maritime-related news items stemming from the Sept. 11 attacks: • The Coast Guard estimates that 1 million people were evacuated from downtown New York after two hijacked jet liners were flown into the World Trade Center towers (see related story, page 3). Commercial tugs, ferries, police and fire boats as well as Coast Guard boats and cutters began the operation within minutes of the attack. • Several maritime entities had offices located at the twin towers. Employees of the United Seamen's Service, New York Shipping Association, and John J. McMullen Associates (a ship design and engineering firm) escaped the buildings. The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey reported more than 200 of its employees as unaccounted for, including approximately 35 port authority police officers and commanders who were engaged in evacuation and rescue efforts, and also including the agency's executive director, Neil Levin. • A member of the Marine Engineers' Beneficial Association (MEBA), John J. Corcoran of Norwell, Mass., was on United Airlines Flight 175, the second plane to hit the towers. Corcoran was traveling to join the APL Thailand as the first engineer. He is survived by a wife and two teenage children. • The Coast Guard has established temporary regulations for the safety and security of U.S. naval vessels in the navigable waters of the United States, under the authority contained in 14 12 Seafarers LOG United States Code Section 91. This provision applies to the permissible speed of non-military ships as well as their proximity to U.S. naval vessels. • The agency also reported that its waterborne patrols have been significantly increased, and additional port security measures have been put in place by the respective Coast Guard captains in every major port and waterway throughout the Great Lakes, East Coast, Pacific Coast, Gulf Coast and along the navigable inland rivers and waterways throughout the country. Those steps include inspections of large vessels entering the U.S. 12 nautical miles off the coasts. • Sen. John Edwards (DN.C.) has introduced a bill (S. 1429) intended to aid both seaports and airports. Known as the Airport and Seaport Terrorism Prevention Act, the bill contains provisions designed to facilitate detection of weapons in cargo containers and to improve the effectiveness of port security personnel. (More than one month prior to the attacks, the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee cleared a separate bill (S. 1214) calling for the Coast Guard to establish port security committees including representatives of labor, port authorities, government and the private sector.) • Within a week after the attacks, commercial vessel traffic continued flowing into the Port of New York, though additional reporting requirements and approval are required for transit through an emergency response security zone in the Hudson River below the Holland Tunnel and north of the Statue of Liberty. The port, however, remained closed to cruise ships. We Letters of support and encouragement also immediately were sent from the SIU to President Bush and to the presidents of the following unions: AFA, AFSCME, AFT, ALPA, CWA, HERE, IAFF, IAM, IBEW, IUOE, IUPAT, MESA, OPEIU, PBA, SEIU, TCU and UBC. AP Photo/Patrick Sison October 2001 �Sample of Correspondence Received by SIU President Michael Sacco from Abroad is with great shock and sorrow that the ITF id the world learned of the appalling terrorist on the USA yesterday. On behalf of all ITF tes worldwide, I wish to express our deepest lences and sympathy to the victims and their ies. ting the involvement of passenger aircraft and mediate closure of U.S. airspace, we have also our affiliates around the world to lend all posssistance to the crews of any U.S. aircraft who e stranded abroad as a result. are currently reviewing our meetings proe and will postpone any in the immediate which involve U.S. affiliates. The attack raisious questions about aviation security which eed to be addressed at an appropriate time. rs fraternally, Cockroft al Secretary, ITF at happened is impossible to ever put up with human mind. We all share the grief of your ers, your families and your Nation. You must that tears were shed here as well when this first came from the TV screens. You must that we are with you in your pain and rage. ase hold on, friends! ers Union of Russia Council Members are deeply shocked and affected of the terrorcriminal acts against some public buildings York and Washington which resulted with the thousands of lives of innocent people. express our deep indignation and resolute contion for these monstrous and criminal acts. hese difficult days for all American people, on of all members of FSPTJ', we express to you, members and the American people our fraterlidarity and full support. We also express our deep pain for the people who lost their lives and present our sincere condolences to their families. We are fully convinced that the authors of these monstrous acts will be punished and the values of peace, liberty and justice which the great America defends will triumph against terrorism. With fraternal solidarity, Zija Hasanaj, President Independent Trade Union Federation Of Transport Workers of Albania We express our deep shock at the appalling terrorist attacks in the United States which have taken place on Tuesday, 11 September 2001. On behalf of Greek seafarers and myself personally, we extend our profound and sincere condolences to the people whose lives have been lost in the workplace attacks. Yours fraternally, John Halas, General Secretary Panhellenic Seamen's Federation AP Photo/Stephen Chemin Victims and Heroes Continued from page 11 With great pain and sorrow we received the news of the violent attacks against civilian and military installations in the cities of New York and Washington. We wish to send you this message of condolence for the loss of human life and we join your people in solidarity. We are at your disposal and (you) have our full cooperation within our modest means. We reject and condemn all type of terrorism in any part of the world. Fraternally, Jose L. Justo Villamil Secretary General S.N.T. Marina Mercante Airline workers: The four hijacked airliners used in Tuesday's terrorist attacks carried a total of 233 passengers, 26 union flight attendants and eight union pilots. ILA: The ILA had offices on the 19th and 20th floors of one of the World Trade Center buildings. The employees at the ILA Medical and Clinical Services fund offices escaped. The ILA headquarters building in south Manhattan is just a few block from the site of recovery efforts. It reopened a week-and-a-half after the attacks. Public Employees Federation: This joint SEIU/ AFT union organization has three major offices in the World Trade Center with approximately 300 members. Most are accounted for, but 50 to 75 members are not. OPEIU: There are 16 missing members of OPEIU local 153 who worked in the trade center building. Electrical Workers: Fiftytwo members of IBEW Local 3 are reported missing in New York. At the Pentagon, all 200 members of IBEW local 26 escaped safely. Operating Engineers: Two members of Local 2 are reported dead and six are missing. Locals 30 and 94 had 30 members on the job and are trying to track them down. Other building trades workers: Building trades workers, including Painters members, Laborers and steam fitters worked on several construction projects in both World Trade Center towers. Many are unaccounted for. Postal Workers: Workers at U.S. Postal Service facilities in the World Trade Center and the Pentagon all escaped injury. Carpenters: Hundreds of members of the New York City District Council of Carpenters are reported missing. Civil Service Employees Association: Between 150 and 200 members of this AFSCME affiliate worked in the World Trade Center. More than 40 are unaccounted for. Editor's note: Most of this article is reprinted from the AFLCIO, which continues gathering information from its member unions concerning affiliates' responses to the attacks. For the latest information, including a number of useful links, visit www.aflcio.org. Unions Pledge Readiness Continued from page 3 respondence. "I am fully confident that each of you will continue to represent your union-and your country-in the finest fashion." Meanwhile, Sacco and the presidents of five other maritime unions sent a letter to President Bush promising their assistance in recovery efforts in New York and Washington, plus their readiness for whatever comes next. "In this time of terrible national tragedy, as with all Americans, we want you to know that the men and women of America's Merchant Marine stand ready to serve the nation," the union presidents wrote. "They are ready, willing and able to aid in any way October 2001 possible to search for survivors, help to relieve the weary police and firemen, render medical assistance, help in the reconstruction of our Pentagon, and the tragically devastated area of the southern tip of Manhattan. And, of course, we will serve our nation in any response to these forces of evil." Signing the letter were Sacco; Tim Brown, president of the Master , Mates & Pilots; Henry Disley, president of the Marine Firemen's Union; Gunnar Lundeberg, president of the Sailors' Union of the Pacific; Michael McKay, president of the American Maritime Officers; and Larry O'Toole, president of the Marine Engineers' Beneficial Association. Seafarers LOG 13 �Dispatchers' Report for Deep Sea AUGUST 16 - SEPTEMBER 15, 2001 *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Port Algonac Baltimore Guam Honolulu Houston Jacksonville Mobile New Orleans New York Norfolk Philadelphia Piney Point Puerto Rico San Francisco St. Louis Tacoma Wilmington Totals Totals 1 7 2 8 1 3 l 6 29 18 33 19 11 9 14 21 21 12 6 4 7 20 0 26 22 230 1 6 0 7 17 20 9 6 15 9 4 4 9 0 15 13 2 6 7 0 1 0 5 8 5 6 9 8 7 1 0 2 1 5 1 5 9 12 10 10 141 78 0 0 5 0 4 5 12 4 7 10 3 1 5 0 8 7 3 6 2 3 5 0 2 0 0 3 11 2 5 0 0 Algonac .................. Friday: November 9, December 7 3 13 11 0 9 Baltimore ................Thursday: November 8, December 6 5 20 17 9 5 19 4 16 15 8 10 20 7 4 5 7 2 3 5 3 5 18 1 30 14 184 2 3 8 2 10 7 99 11 13 44 4 4 2 4 3 2 0 0 20 39 2 3 2 1 2 8 45 2 7 0 15 9 71 ENGINE DEPARTMENT l 0 0 6 5 I 0 0 0 0 2 13 9 7 6 5 2 16 2 3 2 0 4 2 4 3 5 4 2 6 5 3 8 2 0 1 5 5 1 1 2 0 6 3 1 3 0 3 5 0 0 0 62 47 24 10 2 21 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 13 1 124 86 50 89 10 5 63 5 2 34 11 5 15 4 l 0 5 0 0 5 3 5 0 0 0 14 0 2 2 1 7 2 10 4 0 0 0 1 l 3 0 1 0 0 3 6 49 l l 1 31 22 27 10 18 23 23 56 7 6 11 8 4 13 23 444 214 1 6 1 9 27 39 15 0 7 l 42 1 46 15 24 1 11 5 6 6 14 11 11 14 9 18 17 14 6 6 0 18 9 4 12 5 13 15 206 163 0 0 11 11 8 18 Jacksonville Mobile New Orleans New York Norfolk Philadelphia Piney Point Puerto Rico San Francisco St. Louis Tacoma Wilmington 17 4 10 14 8 3 4 3 20 0 19 23 157 2 2 2 5 29 Port Algonac Baltimore Guam Honolulu Houston Jacksonville Mobile New Orleans New York Norfolk Philadelphia Piney Point Puerto Rico San Francisco St. Louis Tacoma Wilmington 0 6 1 3 4 22 4 92 0 0 0 5 3 2 1 2 4 l 1 0 3 4 0 6 4 30 11 12 8 5 12 3 0 0 0 5 0 6 2 0 0 0 11 12 3 0 0 2 0 2 0 0 4 7 14 9 2 l 0 13 2 3 2 1 5 1 0 3 0 0 2 1 0 0 2 11 I 1 I 17 114 7 31 0 11 0 2 4 0 17 7 22 7 30 9 16 4 2 3 1 1 0 0 4 0 8 10 47 ENTRY DEPARTMENT 0 0 1 0 0 3 4 0 0 2 3 1 0 4 4 26 18 1 0 26 3 5 11 2 5 16 12 19 12 5 36 144 547 420 7 1 0 0 0 4 1 6 2 12 3 4 19 5 0 0 12 0 7 3 0 8 8 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 14 3 0 18 2 1 1 6 6 236 25 96 77 0 0 0 0 0 393 412 289 167 149 11 4 8 0 0 26 13 7 5 4 36 0 Jersey City ..............Wednesday: November 21, Dec. 19 0 Mobile .................... Wednesday: November 14, Dec. 12 Honolulu ................. Friday: November 16, December 14 Houston ..................Tuesday: November 13* Monday: December 10 (changed created bv lleteram Day holiday) Jacksonville ............Thursday: November 8, December 6 0 2 11 7 8 0 New Bedford .......... Tuesday: November 20, December 18 New Orleans ...........Tuesday: November 13, December 11 New York ................ Tuesday: November 6, December 4 5 5 Norfolk ................... Thursday: November 8, December 6 8 Philadelphia ............ Wednesday: November 7, December 5 4 0 4 0 13 7 75 0 10 1 10 4 8 8 14 1 2 2 7 0 1 1 39 3 6 2 Port Everglades....... Thursday: November 15, December 13 San Francisco ......... Thursday: November 15,December 13 San Juan ..................Thursday: November 8, December 6 37 266 78 1 3 72 0 0 0 15 4 4 1 0 0 38 9 1 1 5 4 9 64 249 16 18 13 17 53 13 31 15 Savannah ................ Friday: November 9, December 7 Tacoma ................... Friday: November 23, December 21 Wilmington ............... Monday: November 19, December 17 Each port's meeting starts at 10:30 a.m. 3 8 0 2 0 l 1 3 7 5 14 56 23 0 15 7 10 0 5 12 76 6 16 3 30 25 43 301 513 992 756 790 *"Total Registered" means the number of Seafarers who actually registered for shipping at the port. **"Registered on Beach" means the total number of Seafarers registered at the port. October 2001 Duluth ..... .......... ...... Wednesday: November 14, Dec. 12 St. Louis ................. Friday: November 16, December 14 0 1 Boston ..................... Friday: November 9, December 7 21 19 13 2 l 2 3 6 16 11 130 STEWARD DEPARTMENT Houston Totals All Departments 1 6 2 5 0 1 Port Totals Piney Point ............. Monday: November 5, December 3 14 7 11 Algor.ac Baltimore Guam Honolulu Totals **REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT Port Algonac Baltimore Guam Honolulu Houston Jacksonville Mobile New Orleans New York Norfolk Philadelphia Piney Point Puerto Rico San Francisco St. Louis Tacoma Wilmington Trip Reliefs , , November & Deaember 2001 Membership Meetings Deep Sea, Lakes, Inland Waters 21 13 12 21 Personals WILLIAM BRAGG Your old friend from Seattle, Roosevelt Martin, is trying to find you. Now living in Virginia Beach, he may be reached at (757) 200-1878. EDWARD TOWNSEND JR. Please contact Michele Dean at 5008 Avenue South, Galveston, TX 77551, or call (409) 744-6943, or e-mail ellerae37@aol.com. NOTICE: Flu Shots Set for October 29 at Tacoma Hall Virginia Mason Clinic will again offer free flu shots this year to eligible members. The inoculations will be given at the Tacoma hall on Monday, Oct. 29 from 9 a.m. until 11 a.m. The address is 3311 South Union Avenue. Any eligible member intending to receive a flu shot is requested to call the hall at least one week prior to Oct. 29. The telephone number is (253) 272-7774. Seafarers LOG 15 �Dispatchers' Report for Deep Sea AUGUST 16 - SEPTEMBER 15, 2001 *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Class A Class B Class C Port Algonac Baltimore Guam Honolulu Houston Jacksonville l\1obile New Orleans New York Norfolk Philadelphia Piney Point Puerto Rico San Francisco I 7 2 8 29 33 11 21 21 12 6 4 St. Louis 7 20 0 Tacoma Wilmington Totals 1 3 1 6 18 19 9 14 15 13 2 6 7 5 0 1 0 5 8 5 6 9 8 7 1 0 2 Totals Totals 4 3 7 0 2 13 5 2 3 9 2 0 5 27 16 4 4 39 2 3 5 2 4 3 2 15 9 1 15 1 1 0 l 0 0 0 8 5 11 5 14 7 13 124 86 0 0 o 6 O 4 22 29 11 2 0 11 1 89 63 34 31 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 6 1 Philadelphia ............ Wednesday: November 7, December 5 6 4 4 0 Port Everglades ....... Thursday: November 15, December 13 14 0 12 4 5 13 0 13 18 9 206 7 75 0 0 0 6 1 3 0 7 7 4 0 13 2 1 5 1 3 0 0 1 0 0 2 0 2 11 17 114 7 31 2 3 0 11 1 0 0 4 0 8 10 47 ENTRY DEPARTMENT 0 0 l 0 0 3 4 0 0 1 0 0 4 0 19 5 8 7 1 8 0 18 0 0 0 11 0 4 8 2 0 4 0 19 5 1 36 12 236 14 3 25 96 6 6 77 547 420 393 412 289 167 0 0 0 0 0 San Francisco ......... Thursday: November 15, December 13 San Juan .................. Thursday: November 8, December 6 St. Louis ................. Friday: November 16, December 14 4 16 12 144 0 17 22 30 9 16 26 13 7 5 4 36 0 38 37 266 0 0 0 15 4 4 1 9 7 0 Savannah ................ Friday: November 9, December 7 10 39 Tacoma ................... Friday: November 23, December 21 1 10 3 6 Wilmington ............... Monday: November 19, December 17 4 2 8 8 l 3 14 1 8 0 2 2 7 2 0 1 1 3 7 78 0 5 4 64 16 18 1 3 72 0 13 9 249 13 31 5 17 14 53 56 15 23 1 0 15 21 7 12 0 10 0 5 12 6 16 3 30 25 l 43 21 0 76 301 513 149 992 756 790 *"Total Registered" means the number of Seafarers who actually registered for shipping at the port. **"Registered on Beach" means the total number of Seafarers registered at the port. October 2001 15 163 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 Norfolk ................... Thursday: November 8, December 6 8 0 0 0 0 7 3 5 5 5 14 0 0 2 2 12 3 18 0 26 17 2 0 2 0 0 New Orleans ........... Tuesday: November 13, December 11 24 11 5 6 6 5 0 2 New Bedford .......... Tuesday: November 20, December 18 New York. ............... Tuesday: November 6, December 4 0 3 Jacksonville ............ Thursday: November 8. December 6 18 0 11 12 4 2 11 7 (changed created by Veterans Day holiday) 8 0 5 0 3 1 0 26 11 11 14 0 5 12 3 1 1 3 0 0 4 0 6 4 5 12 1 30 4 St. Louis Tacoma Wilmington 0 10 5 6 8 San Francisco 0 15 4 2 2 4 3 4 3 92 12 1 0 Puerto Rico 11 I 3 4 2 t 1 Norfolk Philadelphia Piney Point 0 6 7 6 49 1 3 5 5 14 9 2 1 3 3 1 2 0 1 3 N~wYork 8 1 2 19 23 5 3 6 6 7 0 157 9 7 5 0 Monday: December 10 I 0 1 Houston .................. Tuesday: November 13* 6 9 0 1 0 Honolulu ................. Friday: November 16, December 14 0 1 0 1 7 6 11 8 4 13 0 2 4 23 10 2 21 0 5 0 24 Duluth ................... ,.Wednesday: November 14, Dec. 12 0 4 4 0 47 Mobile .................... Wednesday: November 14, Dec. 12 3 1 10 5 21 19 13 2 1 2 3 6 16 0 9 1 8 3 4 3 20 10 18 23 0 2 3 5 0 1 2 2 20 39 Boston ..................... Friday: November 9, December 7 I 4 7 10 4 IO 14 2 0 44 62 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 1 0 0 6 5 1 1 96 15 14 0 11 13 4 4 3 Baltimore ................ Thursday: November 8, December 6 Jersey City ..............Wednesday: November 21, Dec. 19 7 3 6 2 5 3 0 9 11 11 130 4 5 12 2 11 22 27 3 Algonac .................. Friday: November 9, December 7 214 5 0 8 18 17 0 11 8 45 6 0 0 5 23 7 99 1 0 7 17 20 0 2 11 0 14 184 0 2 4 2 3 5 2 30 0 0 3 0 0 I 46 56 444 1 0 0 0 0 42 78 1 5 7 2 2 3 8 Piney Point ............. l\1onday: November 5, December 3 0 15 9 71 141 l 50 5 5 4 2 10 230 0 19 8 10 Class A Class B Class C 13 3 2 I 2 10 10 0 5 9 **REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups 2 7 5 26 22 Algonac Baltimore Guam Honolulu Houston Jacksonville Mobile New Orleans Totals All Departments 20 7 18 Port Totals 5 20 17 16 15 1 5 Port Algor.ac Baltimore Guam Honolulu Houston Jacksonville Mobile New Orleans New York Norfolk Philadelphia Piney Point Puerto Rico San Francisco St. Louis Tacoma Wilmington DECK DEPARTMENT 0 1 2 I 6 2 0 0 l 9 12 Port Algonac Baltimore Guam Honolulu Houston Jacksonville Mobile New Orleans New York Norfolk Philadelphia Piney Point Puerto Rico San Francisco St. Louis Tacoma Wilmington Trip Reliefs November &December 20ll1 Membership Meetings Deep Sea, Lakes, Inland Waters 13 Each port's meeting starts at 10:30 a.m. Personals WILLIAM BRAGG Your old friend from Seattle, Roosevelt Martin, is trying to find you. Now living in Virginia Beach, he may be reached at (757) 200-1878. EDWARD TOWNSEND JR. Please contact Michele Dean at 5008 Avenue South, Galveston, TX 77551, or call (409) 744-6943, or e-mail ellerae37@aol.com. NOTICE: Flu Shots Set for October 29 at Tacoma Hall Virginia Mason Clinic will again offer free flu shots this year to eligible members. The inoculations will be given at the Tacoma hall on Monday, Oct. 29 from 9 a.m. until 11 a.m. The address is 3311 South Union Avenue. Any eligible member intending to receive a flu shot is requested to call the hall at least one week prior to Oct. 29. The telephone number is (253) 272-7774. Seafarers LOG 15 �l\T1'11J' Monthly Shipping A Registration Report AUGUST 2001 TOTAL REGISTERED John Fay, Executive Vice President All Groups Group I Group II David Jleindel, Secretary~Treasurer TOTAL SHIPPED Group ill Augustin Tellez, Pice President Contracts Group I All Groups Group II REGISTERED ON BEACH Group ill Trip Reliefs All Groups Group I Group II Group III Jack Caffey, Pice President Atlantic Coast Tom Orzechowski, Pice President Lakes and Inland Waters Dean Corgey, Vice President Gulf Coast Nkholas J. Marrone, Vice President West Coast Kermett Mangram, Vice President Government Services Rene Lfoeanjie, V'zce President at Large Charles Stewart, Vice P,..esidenJ at Large • • HEADQUARTERS 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746 (301) 899-0675 Port Boston Houston Harvey, LA New York Norfolk San Pedro Savannah Tacoma Totals DECK DEPARTMENT 4 7 6 14 3 12 2 2 50 0 3 2 2 0 0 0 2 9 0 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 5 3 8 4 1 3 39 4 8 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 II 5 12 0 16 6 5 59 0 18 10 103 I 23 11 0 2 2 39 0 22 17 0 4 183 69 0 0 5 3 4 104 88 0 0 8 0 1 0 0 10 ALGONAC 520 St_ Clair River Dr., Algonac, Ml 48001 (810) 794-4988 ALTON 325 Market St., Suite B, Alton, lL 62002 (618) 462-3456 ANCHORAGE 721 Sesame St., #1 C, Anchorage, AK 99503 (907) 561-4988 BALTIMORE 2315 Essex St., Baltimore, MD 21224 (410) 327-4900 BOSTON 520 Dorchester Ave., Boston, MA 02127 (617) 269-7877 Port Boston Houston Harvey, LA New York Norfolk San Pedro Savannah Tacoma Totals ENGINE DEPARTMENT 4 5 3 6 2 2 0 3 3 1 0 0 0 1 27 2 9 4 0 8 0 0 1 0 0 5 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 o_ 0 0 1 4 2 2 3 2 27 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 5 5 6 0 8 3 3 0 3 0 0 0 9 0 9 11 0 30 2 2 30 160 128 19 0 0 28 8 0 DULUTH 705 Medical Arts Building, Duluth, MN 55802 (218) 722-4110 GUAM P.O. Box 23127, Barrigada. Guam 96921 125 Sunny Plaza, Suite 301-E Tun Jesus Crisostomo St., Tamuning, Guam 96911 (611) 647-1350 HONOLtJLU 606 Kalihi St., Honolulu, HI 96819 {808) 845-522:2 HOUSTON 1221 Pierce St,, Houston, TX 77002 (713) 659-5152 Port Boston Houston Harvey, LA New York Norfolk San Pedro Savannah Tacoma Totals STEWARD DEPARTMENT 3 I 0 0 1 4 l . -o 1 9 0 0 0 0 3 11 0 0 0 2 6 2 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 0 0 0 3 0 4 0 77 0 3 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 5 l 19 0 0 17 95 3 14 0 0 17 17 8329 Lawndale St., Houston, TX 77012 (713) 928-3381 Port .JAC:KSONVII,LE · . 3315 Liberty St., Jacksonville, FL 32206 (904) 353-0987 JERSEY CITY 99 Montgomery St, Jersey City, NJ 07302 (201) 435-9424 MOBILE 1640 Dauphin Island Pkwy, Mobile, AL 36605 (251) 478-0916 NEW BEDFORD 48 Union St., New Bedford, MA 02740 (508) 997-5404 NEW OltLEANS 3911 Lapaleo Blvd., Harvey, LA 70058 (504) 328-7545 Houston Harvey, LA New York Norfolk San Pedro Savannah Tacoma Totals Totals All Departments ENTRY DEPARTMENT 0 2 4 11 0 10 3 2 0 5 0 2 2 2 .() 2 0 0 0 3 0 0 0 1 0 2 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 1 5 0 2 6 0 0 28 16 11 0 5 116 37 14 90 2 0 0 7 3 10 .9 2 32 0 13 0 0 138 '.t2 3 95 0 43 3 36 192 111 138 576 406 157 0 6 3 1 6 110 NEW YORK 635 Fourth.Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11232 (718) 499-6600 NORFOLK PIG-FROM-THE-PAST 115 Third St., Norfolk, VA 23510 (757) 622-1892 PHILADELPHIA 2604 SA St., Philadelphia, PA 19148 (215) 336-3818 PINEY POINT P.O. Box 75, Piney Point, MD 20674 (301) 994-0010 PORT EVERGLADES 1221 S. Andrews Ave., Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33316 (954) 522-7984 SAN FRANCISCO 350 Fremont St, San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 543-5855 Government Services Division: (415) 861-3400 SANT UR CE 1057 Fernandez Juncos Ave., Stop 161h Santurce, PR 00907 (787) 721-4033 ST. LOUIS 4581 Gravois Ave., St Louis. MO 63116 (314) 752~6500 SAVANNAH 2220 Bull St., Savannah, GA 31401 (912) 238-4958 TACOMA 3411 South Union Ave., Tacoma, WA 98409 (253) 272-7774 WILMINGTON 510 N. Broad Ave., Wilmington, CA 90744 (310) 549-4000 16 Seafarers LOB On his way home to Martinsville, Va., following a recent sixday vacation at the Paul Hall Center in Piney Point, Md. (see Letters to the Editor, p. 20), Pete Bluhm stopped at SIU headquarters to drop off these two photos. The top one was taken in the mid-'40s of the deck gang aboard the Grange Victory. Bluhm, who sailed as a bosun, is in the center, kneeling. The photo at right was taken in 1948 aboard the Montgomery City. Bluhm is third from right. Also in that photo is Ernest Frank "Scottie" Aubusson (second from left, who died in 1993). Bluhm, who began sailing with the SIU in 1946, participated in organizing drives aboard Isthmian ships-a cause that took nearly three years. He retired from the SIU in 1952 and went on to work in the trucking industry and then in radio. He now enjoys time with his family and, of course, his yearly visits to Piney Point. October 2001 �Welcome Ashore Each month, the Seafare rs LOG pays tribute to the SIU members who have devoted their working lives to sailing aboard U.S.-flag vessels on the deep seas, inland waterways or Great Lakes. Listed below are brief biographical sketches of those members who recently retired from the union. The brothers and sisters of the SIU thank those members for a job well done and wish them happiness and good health in the days ahead. n inland captain is among the 16 Seafarers announcing their retirements this month. John S. Waters navigated the inland waterways at the helms of various vessels for more than 10 years. Including Waters, six of the retirees navigated the inland waters, seven sailed in the deep sea division and three plied the Great Lakes. Nine of the retirees worked in the deck department, five shipped in the engine department and two sailed in the steward department. On this page, the Seafarers LOG presents brief biographical accounts of the retiring Seafarers. A DEEP SEA MARIANA A. CARPINTEYRO, 71 , started her SIU career in 1991, joining in Honolulu. Sister Carpinteyro first shipped aboard the SS Independence , operated by American Hawaii Cruises. Born in Mexico, the steward department member upgraded her skills in 1995 and 1997 at the SIU's training school in Piney Point, Md. Sister Carpinteyro last worked on American Overseas Marine's 2nd Lt. John Paul Bobo. She calls Honolulu home. DAVID H. DAVIS, 62, hails from Ohio. Brother Davis began his career with the Seafarers in 1968 in Seattle. He first went to sea aboard Interocean Management's Ft. Hoskins. Brother Davis shipped as a member of the engine department. He last sailed on the Overseas Marilyn. Brother Davis resides in Humble, Texas. JOSEPHD. DeJESUS, 65, started his SIU ·, career in 1991 in the port of Wilmington, "' Calif. Brother DeJesus first - sailed on the Overseas Joyce, operated by OSG Car Carriers, Inc. Born in Boston, he shipped in the deck department. Brother DeJ es us last sailed aboard Cambridge Tankers Corp. 's Overseas Boston. He makes his home in La Mesa, Calif. EARNEST HALE, 65, began his SIU career in 1968, joining in the port of Mobile, Ala. Brother Hale's first voyage was aboard Waterman Steamship Corp.'s Yaka. The Alabama native sailed as a member of the deck department. He last shipped aboard the Seabulk Challenge, operated by Interocean Ugland October 2001 Management Corp. Brother Hale lives in Mobile. CLIFFORD RING, 65, hails from Kentucky. He started his SIU career in 1969 in Jacksonville, Fla. Before becoming a Seafarer, he served in the U.S. Army from 1956 to 1958. Brother Ring's first voyage was aboard Alcoa Steamship's Halaula Victory. A member of the engine department, he last shipped on the Senator, operated by Crowley American Transportation, Inc. Brother Ring calls St. George, Ga. home. MARCIAL RUIZ, 64, started his career with the SIU in 1977, joining in the port of New Orleans. Born in Honduras, he first sailed on the USNS Potomac, operated by Empire Transport, Co. Brother Ruiz shipped as a member of the engine department. He last sailed aboard Valdez Tankship Corp's Overseas Valdez. Brother Ruiz makes his home in Houston. THOMAS VANYI, 58, joined the Seafarers in 1967 in the port of New York. Brother Vanyi's first voyage was aboard the Overseas Joyce, operated by Overseas Carriers, Inc. Born in Hungary, the steward department member upgraded his skills at the SIU's training school in 1974 and 1978. Brother Vanyi resides in Lincroft, N .J. INLAND MICHAELL. DEMETRO, 57, joined the SIU in 1978 in the port of Houston. Prior to joining the Seafarers, the _.....__,.'"""""=--L--"' New York native served in the U.S. Navy from 1962 to 1977. Boatman Demetro first sailed aboard a G&H Towing Co. vessel. The engine department member upgraded his skills at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship in Piney Point, Md. in 1982. Boatman Demetro last worked aboard a Moran Towing Co. vessel. He makes in home in Houston. RICHARD F. ECKLES, 69, started his career with the Seafarers in 1962, joining in the port of New Orleans. Boatman Eckles worked primarily aboard vessels operated by Capital Towing Co. Born in Louisiana, he shipped as a member of the deck department. Boatman Eckles lives in Zachary, La. DONICE E. LAWSON, 62, was born in Charleston, W.Va. He began his career with the Seafarers in 1977, joining in the port of Norfolk, Va. The deck department member worked primarily on vessels operated by Penn Maritime, Inc. Boatman Lawson upgraded his skills in 1995 at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship in Piney Point, Md. He resides in Virgilina, Va. EDWARDJ. VOIT, 61 , began his SIU career in 1978, joining in the port of Philadelphia. Before becoming a Seafarer, Boatman Voit served in the U.S. Army from 1959 to 1962. He first sailed on a Taylor Marine Towing Co. vessel. A native of Pennsylvania, Boatman Voit shipped in the deck department. He upgraded his skills at the SIU's training school in 1990. Boatman Voit last worked aboard a Coleman Launch Service vessel. He calls North Palm Beach, Fla. home. HUGH K. WAIN, 66, hails from Los Angeles. He started his career with the Seafarers in 1978, joining in the port of Wilmington, .-----;;:=----, Calif. Prior to joining the SIU, he served in the U.S. Navy from 1958 to 1960. Boatman Wain worked pri.__-..___=-----""'.....-. marily on vessels operated by Crowley Towing & Transportation. The engine department member upgraded his skills in 1981 and 1998 at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship in Piney Point, Md. Boatman Wain Ii ves in Downey, Calif. JOHNS. WATERS, 61, started his SIU career in 1976, joining in the port of Houston. Born in Charleston, S.C. Boatman Waters sailed as a captain. He sailed primarily aboard vessels operated by Marine Contracting & Towing Co. The captain makes his home in Summerville, S.C. GREAT LAKES MICHAELJ. KORNMEIER, 55, hails from Toledo, Ohio. Brother Kornmeier joined the Seafarers in 1967 in Detroit. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1964 to 1966. Brother Kornmeier's first voyage was on an American Steamship Co. vessel. The deck department member sailed in both the Great Lakes and inland divisions during his career. He last shipped aboard a Great Lakes Towing Co. vessel. Brother Kornmeier resides in Ohio. JAMES R. LAWSON, 64, joined the Seafarers in 1977 in Detroit. Born in Michigan, he first shipped on an H&M Lake Transport vessel. Brother Lawson sailed in both the Great Lakes and inland divisions. The deck department member upgraded his skills in 1980 at the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship in Piney Point, Md. His most recent voyage was on American Steamship Co. 's John Boland. Brother Lawson lives in Algonac, Mich. JOSEPHD. VIOLANTI, 64, was born in Pennsylvania. He started his career with the Seafarers in 1960, joining in Detroit. Brother Violanti's initial voyage was aboard an American Steamship Co. vessel. The deck department member last shipped on the Saginaw Bay, another American Steamship Co. vessel. Brother Violanti makes his home in Northwood, Ohio. since its founding in 1938 and first came ashore to serve as a union officer in the port 1952 of Tampa in 1941. He had been acting as the Seafarers and their children will have an SIU's chief negotiator since 1959 and was opportunity to get a four-year college educaelected to his last post in 1960. tion, free of charge, under a new plan proHe gained the nickname "Sonny" when he posed by the SIU and first went to sea from approved by the his native Tampa at trustees of the the age of 15, shipSeafarers Welfare ping as a deckhand on Plan. Beginning with a coastal freighter. He the fall term of 1953, thereafter switched to four students yearly f~ f ' '.A ocean-going vessels will receive full colwhere he worked virlege scholarships of tually all engine $ 1, 500 a year for department ratings as four years, good at i.==::=::=::=::=::=::=::=::=::=::=::=::=::=::=::=::::=!! a wiper, fireman, any recognized college or university in the oiler, and as a deck engineer on winches and U.S. and for any course selected. Money cargo machinery. already has been set aside by the trustees for 1972 the scholarship fund to cover the next four years. labor leaders leveled bitter attacks at "reacThis is the first scholarship plan in maritime tionaries" in Congress after the House of and one of the few union scholarship plans in Representatives refused to send its minimumthe U.S. The union scholarship will be enough wage bill to conference within the Senate .... in practically all cases to cover all tuitions and The Senate bill, backed by labor, would raise fees and still leave money for ample monthly the present $1.60 an hour minimum to subsistence payments. $2.20 over two years and extend coverage to six million more workers, including domestics and state and local government employees. 1962 The Senate also would raise the minimum for One of the earliest SIU members and officials, factory-farm workers to $2.20 over three Claude "Sonny" Simmons, SIU vice president years. in charge of contracts and contract enforceThe House bill would raise the overall miniment, died Oct. 30 at Hackensack Hospital in mum to $2 an hour. It would not extend covNew Jersey after a long illness. He was 43 erage or increase the farm workers' minimum. years old. It also includes a provision ... to let employers An experienced organizer and contract special- hire 16- and 17-year-old youths at a special ist, Simmons had been a member of the SIU $1.60 wage. Reprinted from past issues of the Seafarers LOG THJS MOJ'ITH J"'t SJU HJS."0 Ay 1 Seafarers LOG 11 �Final Departures DEEP SEA SUMO AMIR Pensioner Sumo Amir, 83 , died April 4 . Born in Indonesia, Brother Amir started his career with the Marine Cooks and Stewards (MC&S) in 1952 in the port of San Francisco. The SS Mariposa was one of the ships aboard which the steward department member sailed. He began receiving his pension in 1979. Brother Amir lived in San Francisco. GENE BERGER Pensioner Gene Berger, 78, passed away May 6. Brother Berger began his SIU career in 1951 in the port of New York. His first _.........__ __, voyage was aboard the Royal Oak, operated by Interocean Management Corp. Born in Sweden, Brother Berger shipped in the engine department. His final voyage was on the Point Margo , operated by Point Endeavor Corp. Brother Berger started receiving his pension in 1982. He lived in his native country. JESSE CONDOFF Pensioner Jesse Condoff, 87, died June 27. Brother Condoff started his career with the MC&S in San Francisco. The Mississippi native worked in the steward department and began receiving his pension in 1973. Brother Condo ff made his home in San Francisco. DONALD CURTIS Brother Donald Curtis, 63 , passed away June 26. He was born in Iowa City, Iowa. Brother Curtis ' initial SIU voyage was aboard the USNS Stalwart, operated by Sea Mobility, Inc. He shipped in the steward department, most recently working aboard the USNS Bowditch, operated by Dyn Marine Services of Virginia, Inc. Brother Curtis resided in La Harpe, Ill. BENJAMIN DAHLAN Pensioner Benjamin Dahlan, 75 , died June 28. He started his SIU career in 1966 in the port ofNorfolk, Va. Brother Dahlan first shipped aboard a Sea-Land Service vessel. The Singapore-born mariner was a member of the deck department. He last worked on Energy Transportation Corp. 's LNG Capricorn . Brother Dahlan started receiving his pension in 1991. Staten Island, N .Y. was his home. ALCIDAS DORE Pensioner Alcidas Dore, 91, passed away July 10. Brother Dore started his career with the MC&S in Seattle. Before joining the MC&S, he served in the U.S. Coast Guard from 1942 to 1945. Brother Dore's first voyage c 18 Seafarers LOS was on a States Steamship Co. vessel. The Willow City, N .D. native sailed in the steward department. He last went to sea aboard the President Tay lor, operated by American President Lines. Brother Dore started receiving his pension in 1983. He lived in Bremerton, Wash. DEWEY E. EMORY Pensioner Dewey E. Emory, 75, died June 24. He began his SIU career in 1949 in Tampa, Fla. Brother Emory's initial voyage was aboard a Mayflower Steamship Corp. vessel. The Smyrna, Ga. native sailed in the steward department. He last worked on Delta Steamship Lines' Del Campo. Brother Emory started receiving his pension in 1983 . He made his home in Tampa, Fla. VINCENT FRISINGA Pensioner Vincent Frisinga, 75, passed away April 27. Brother Frisinga joined the SIU in 1963 in the port of Wilmington, Calif. Before becoming a Seafarer, he served in the U.S. Army. Brother Frisinga first sailed on the Taddei Victory, operated by Consolidated Mariners, Inc. Born in California, he shipped as a member of the deck department. Brother Frisinga's final voyage was aboard the Sea-Land Freedom. He started receiving his pension in 1991. Brother Frisinga resided in Los Angeles. HERBERT GREENE Pensioner Herbert Greene, 70, died March 21. Born in Connecticut, he began his career with the Seafarers in 1969 in Yokohoma, Japan. Prior to joining the SIU, he served in the U.S. Navy from 1950 to 1953. Brother Greene first shipped with the SIU aboard Waterman Steamship Corp. 's City of Alma. The deck department member last sailed on the Sea-Land Consumer. He started receiving his pension in 1995. Brother Greene lived in San Francisco. WILLIAM JOE Pensioner William Joe, 70, passed away April 4. Brother Joe launched his SIU career in 1952 in the port of New York. Before his seafaring days, he served in the U.S. Army from 1947 to 1948. Brother Joe first went to sea aboard the Marymar, operated by Calmar Steamship Corp. The engine department member was born in New York. He last shipped on the LNG Taurus, an Energy Transportation Corp. vessel. Brother Joe started receiving his pension in 1991. St. Bernard, La. was his home. PER KARMAN ,_---...,..._..._, Pensioner Per Kannan, 92, died April 10. Brother Kannan started his career with the Seafarers in 1945, joining in the port of San '------'12......o..............___;:,._--..J Francisco. Born in Sweden, he shipped as a member of the deck department. Brother Karman started receiving his pension in 1973. He was a resident of Santa Rosa, Calif. DONALD KEITH Pensioner Donald Keith, 71 , passed away March 14. He began his SIU career in 1956 in the port of New York. Before becom..........w..-..""""""................-tu..ill ing a Seafarer, Brother Keith served in the U.S. Navy from 1945 to 1948. His first SIU voyage was aboard the Rose Knot, operated by Suwannee Steamship Co. The New York native worked in the steward department. He last shipped on the Sea-Land Leader. Brother Keith began receiving his pension in 1994. Astoria, N.Y. was his home. THOMAS LANINGHAM Pensioner Thomas Laningham, 82, died May 14. Born in Ranger, Texas, Brother Laningham started his SIU career in 1947 in Galveston, Texas. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1942 to 1945. Brother Laningham worked in the engine department. His last voyage was on the Del Norte, operated by Delta Steamship Lines. He started receiving his pension in 1984. Brother Laningham lived in Las Vegas. ANDRES MALDONADO .-------.....-,Pensioner Andres Maldonado, 78, passed away June 7. He started his career with the Seafarers in 1945 in the port of New York. Born in Puerto Rico, Brother Maldonado first shipped on A.H. Bull Steamship Co. 's Elizabeth. He sailed in the deck department. Brother Maldonado's last voyage was on the San Juan, operated by Puerto Rico Marine Management, Inc. He started receiving his pension in 1985. Brother Maldonado was a resident of Bronx, N .Y. ......L.......11'1.....J FLOYD MULLENS Pensioner Floyd Mullens, 78, died July 10. The Texas native joined the SIU in 1966 in the port of New York. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1942 to 1945. Brother Mullens' initial SIU voyage was aboard Waterman Steamship Corp. 's Meridian Victory. The steward department member last went to sea on the Overseas Alaska. Brother Mullens started receiving his pension in 1988. He made his home in Stanislaus, Calif. WILLIAM OMELANCZUK Pensioner William Omenlanczuk, 75, passed away May 16. Brother Omelanczuk joined the Seafarers in ....___ _ _ _ __, 1951 in the port of New York. He served in the U. S. Army in 1943. Born in Newark, N.J., Brother Omelanczuk first sailed aboard a Waterman Steamship Corp. vessel. The deck department member last went to sea on the SeaLand Gallaway. Brother Omelanc- zuk: started receiving his pension in 1992. He resided in Largo, Fla. ROBERT PITCHER Pensioner Robert Pitcher, 81 , died April 7. Brother Pitcher started his SIU ' career in 1955 in the port of New Orleans. The Louisiana native first sailed aboard Mississippi Shipping Co. 's Del Mar. Brother Pitcher worked in the steward department and last shipped on the Del Norte, another Mississippi Shipping Co. vessel. He started receiving his pension in 1972. Brother Pitcher made his home in Arabi, La. JAMES W. PULLIAM Pensioner James W. Pulliam, 76, died June 7. Born in Virginia, he started his SIU career in 1947 in the port of New York. Brother Pulliam's initial voyage was aboard a Victory Carriers, Inc. vessel. He shipped in the deck department. Brother Pulliam last sailed on the Sea-Land Tacoma. He began receiving his pension in 1986. Brother Pulliam was a resident of Williamsburg, Va. ~-----~ JOSEPH RINIUS Pensioner Joseph Rinius, 84, passed away April 22. He started his career with the Seafarers in 1967 in the port of San Francisco. Born in Pennsylvania, he first sailed aboard the Santa Emilia, operated by Liberty Navigation Trading Co. Brother Rinius worked in the engine department. He last shipped on Delta Steamship Lines ' Santa Adela. Brother Rinius began receiving his pension in 1981. He lived in Santa Rosa, Calif. FRANK RUSSO Pensioner Frank Russo, 88, died May 27. Born in Louisiana, he joined the SIU in 1944 in the port of Norfolk, Va. The deck ~----..... department member worked primarily aboard Delta Steamship Lines vessels. Brother Russo began receiving bis pension in 1979. He called Harvey, La. home. LESTER SCHRAGER Pensioner Lester Schranger, 79, died July 28. Brother Schrager began his SIU career in 1966 in Wilmington, Calif. He first sailed aboard Texas City Refining, Inc.'s The Cabins. The Connecticut native worked in the deck department. His final SIU voyage was on the Sea-Land Endurance. Brother Schrager began receiving his pension in 1987. He was a resident of Las Vegas. MARVIN SMITHERMAN Pensioner Marvin Smitherman, 73, passed away June 14. The Alabama native started his SIU career in 1970 in the port of San Francisco. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1952 to 1956. Brother Smitherman first sailed aboard a Michigan Tankers, Inc. vessel. The steward department member last went to sea aboard Crowley Marine Services' Nodaway. He started receiving his pension in 1998. Tuscaloosa, Ala. was his home. MARTIN VARGAS Brother Martin Vargas, 32, died April 25 . He joined the SIU in 1999 in the port of Piney Point, Md. Brother Vargas' initial SIU voyage was aboard the Blue Ridge, operated by Crowley Petroleum Transport. The Texas native worked in the engine department. He last went to sea on Sheridan Transportation Co. 's ITB Baltimore. He lived in Corpus Christi, Texas. JOSEPH WOLANSKI Pensioner Joseph Wolanski, 78, passed away May 17. Born in New Jersey, he started his SIU career in 1956 in the port of New York. His first ship was the Steel Artisan, operated by Isco Inc. Brother Wolanski shipped in the deck department, last sailing on the Sea-Land Integrity. Brother Wolanski served in the U.S. Navy from 1939 to 1946. He made his home in Baltimore and started receiving his pension in 1978. INLAND JOHN REED Pensioner John Reed, 70, passed away April 18. He began his career with the Seafarers in 1967 in the port of Houston. Boatman Reed served in the U.S. Army from 1940 to 1945. The engine department member sailed primarily aboard vessels operated by G&H Towing. He started receiving his pension in 1988. Boatman Reed resided in Cleveland, Texas. LUKE SCARIANO Pensioner Luke Scariano, 86, passed away May 14. He started his career with the Seafarers in 1956 in New Orleans. The Louisiana native sailed primarily aboard vessels operated by Crescent Towing & Salvage Co. , Inc. Boatman Scariano worked in the engine department and started receiving his pension in 1980. He made his home in Shelby, Tenn. JOHN WEINER Pensioner John Weiner, 71, died July 28. Boatman Weiner began his career with the Seafarers in 1966 in the port of Philadelphia. He served in the U.S. Army from 1946 to 1948. Born in Pennsylvania, Boatman Weiner first shipped aboard a Moran Towing Co. vessel. He worked in the engine department and last sailed on a Taylor Marine Towing Co. vessel. Boatman Weiner started receiving his pension in 1988. ALLEN WOODS Pensioner Allen Woods, 67, passed away May 20. He joined the SIU in 1979 in the port of New Orleans. Boatman Woods was born in Alabama and sailed primarily aboard vessels operated by Dravo Basic Continued on page 20 October 2001 �Digest ~f ~hipboard Unio'1 11•ctin9s · The::Seatarers LOG a,ttempts to print as many digests of union shipboard mi11iltes a§ possible. On occasion, because of space limitations, some will be omitted. SIJips minu_tes first are reviewed by the unions contract department. Those.issues requiring attention or resolution are addressed by the union upon ret:1ipt of the ships minutes. The minutes are then lorwarded 1 to the Seafarers LOG for publication. CHICAGO (ATC), June 29Chairman Timothy D. Koebel, Secretary Gregory G. Keene, Educational Director Rudolph Lopez, Deck Delegate Marcos Felix, Engine Delegate Phil Perdikis, Steward Delegate Ahmed 0. Shariff. Chairman stated copies of new contract received and made available to crew. Positive aspects of contract noted, including increased pension benefits and prescription coverage for dependents. Educational director talked about basic safety training needed to satisfy STCW requirements. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Engineers agreed to shut down elevator from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. Crew members requested to refrain from using it during this period if inadvertently left on. Chairman reminded crew of mess deck courtesies, i.e., no hats, sleeveless shirts or flip-flops . Also, everyone should assist DRU's and GSU's efforts to maintain crew areas in clean condition. Next ports: Valdez, Alaska; Richmond, Wash. PRODUCER (CSX Line), June 3 -Chairman Joel A. Lechel, Secretary Douglas J. Swets, Educational Director Allan A. Rogers II, Deck Delegate John T. Emrich, Engine Delegate Lawrence D. Carranza, Steward Delegate Osvaldo Castagnino. Chairman announced payoff June 5 in Long Beach, Calif. He thanked crew for keeping ship cl an while at anchor in port. He noted STCW clock is ticking. "If you don't complete STCW basic safety training or acquire your STCW certificate by Feb. 1, 2002, you will not be able to sail." Secretary stated all correspondence posted and in order. Educational director added that in addition to taking required STCW courses at Pau] Hall Center in Piney Point, Md., school is available for other upgrading classes. Treasurer noted $1 ,000 in ship's fund. For requests other than movies, crew should talk with bosun. No beefs or disputed OT reported. New itinerary will take ship from Long Beach to Honolulu to Tacoma and back to Long Beach. Thanks given to steward department for greatly improved menus. Special thanks also to Relief Steward Swets for outstanding job. RELIANCE (CSX Line), June 30--Chairman Tim FitzGerald, Secretary Gene C. Sivley, Engine Delegate John D. Lange. Chair- While in the Tampa shipyard, AB Dave Crisp works on the El Morro's aft house. October 2001 man stated new washing machine and VCR received. He thanked crew for their professional help during oil spill in Tacoma, Wash. Educational director urged crew members to upgrade skills at Piney Point and remember Feb. l, 2002 deadline is getting closer. Without STCW certificate, mariners cannot sail. Treasurer noted $100 in ship's fund. Some disputed OT reported by deck delegate. Clarification requested on pension plan. Vote of thanks given to steward department. Next port: Tacoma. SEALAND ACHIEVER (U.S. Ship Management), June 24-Chairman Michael Duggan, Secretary Andrew Hagan, Educationa] Director Miguel Rivera, Deck Delegate Gerard Rogers, Engine Delegate Ronnie Hamilton, Steward Delegate Daniel L. Wehr. Chairman announced payoff July 2 in Houston. He noted new dryer installed. He reminded crew members to update STCW certificates. Steward requested looking into ways to secure stores crane to stop rattling (which is keeping him awake at night). Treasurer reported $12 in movie fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Chairman read communication from headquarters regarding proposal in next contract for satellite TV. New clocks requested for crew lounge and mess hall. These are electric clocks that are automatically adjusted from bridge during time zone changes. Next port: Charleston, S.C. USNS BOLD (Maersk Lines, Ltd.), June 26-Chairman David W. Gardner, Secretary Richard J. Wythe, Deck Delegate Derrick Hurt, Engine Delegate Wayne Evans, Steward Delegate Gideon Sinunons.Chairmanthanked everyone for excellent job and for practicing safe working habits. He announced next payoff in early August. Bosun reminded everyone that time is running out for STCW compliance-Feb. 1, 2002. He also stressed importance of upgrading at Piney Point. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Clarification requested on basis for figuring vacation pay and criteria for working in tax.free zones and whether any "hazardous duty" pay applies. Crew also requested more overtime and inquired about e-mail service for ship and refrigerators for all rooms. Suggestions made for increased pension plan and improved dental and prescription plans. USNS STOCKHAM (Amsea), June 26-Chairman Thomas W. Grosskurth, Secretary Stephen M. Avallone, Educational Director Joseph J. Jenkins Jr. , Deck De1egate Kelvin Johnson, Engine Delegate John Fernandez, Steward Delegate Alan Van Buren. Bosun addressed STCW issue and noted deadline for compliance is Feb. 1, 2002. Those crew members getting off reminded to leave rooms in good condition with fresh linen. Treasurer announced $115 in ship's fund. He advised crew members to agree on how money should be spent before leaving for Diego Garcia. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Suggestion made for improved dental and optical benefits at all levels. Vote of thanks given to steward department for good food. Next port: Jacksonville, Fla. CHARLES BROWN (Transoceanic Cable Ship Co.), July 9Chairman David Loison, Educational Director Lothar Wick, Deck Delegate Tyrone Benjamin, Engine Delegate Guadalupe A. Campbell. Chairman reminded everyone ship is on standby. Anyone going away for weekends should leave phone number. He also encouraged crew members to attend upgrading courses at Paul Hall Center. Discussion held about highlights of new standard contract and company agreement. Crew expressed appreciation to VP Contracts Augie Tellez for good work. Everyone asked to keep noise down in passageways and cabins after 8 p.m. and reminded of no smoking policy in public areas. No beefs or disputed OT reported. DEVELOPER (U.S. Ship Management), July 8-Chairman Barry M. Carrano, Secretary Obencio M. Espinoza, Educational Director DiMarko Shoulders, Deck Delegate Joerg N. Witte, Engine Delegate Bruce M. Korte. Secretary thanked everyone for good trip and advised them of need to contribute to SPAD for job security. Educational director suggested crew members attend classes at Paul Hall Center and make sure STCW training has been completed by Feb. 1, 2002 deadline. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Request made for new pillows and mattresses as well as for information about new contract. Steward department given vote of thanks for job well done, especially for special attention on July 4 holiday. GOPHER STATE (IUM), July 30--Chairman Nathaniel Leary, Secretary Anthony L. Curran, Educational Director James DeMouy. Chairman announced vessel payoff July 31 in Guam. Educational director urged members to check expiration dates on sailing documents, including STCW. Bosun stressed seriousness of STCW compliance. Without the necessary training, you can't sail after Feb. 1, 2002. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Thanks given to steward department for fine job. MAERSK CALIFORNIA (Maersk Lines, Ltd.), July 1Chairman Bennie C. Freeland, Secretary John G. Reid, Educational Director James T. McParland, Deck Delegate Charles K. Williams, Steward Delegate Johny Bolton. Chairman reported smooth trip and thanked everyone for help in search for stowaways. Secretary thanked shipmates for helping keep ship clean. Educational director urged members to check STCW documents and make sure they ' re up to date. Treasurer announced $216.79 in ship's fund. Plan is to purchase more movies for vessel. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Request made for transformers for crew rooms (vessel's power is 220-volts; need 110volts for American electrical equipment) as well as new keys, toaster and microwave oven. Also requested literature to be posted regarding rights of seamen when injured. Clarification requested on GVA's duties. Vote of thanks given to steward department for job well done. MAERSK TEXAS (Maersk Lines, Ltd.), July 18-Chairman John M. Zepeda, Secretary Donna M. DeCesare, Educational Director Scott S. Fuller, Deck Delegate George Jordanides, Steward Delegate Justo Lacayo. Chairman announced payoff July 19 in Balboa, Panama. Disputed OT issue to be presented to port officials in Houston. Secretary thanked everyone for keeping house clean. Educational director reminded crew members of educational facilities available at Paul Hall Center for upgrading and improving skills. Recommendations made to increase pension benefits, purchase satellite TV and obtain refrigerators in all rooms. Thanks given to steward department for good food. NAVIGATOR (CSX Line), July 29-Chairman Werner H. Becher, Secretary Lynn N. McCluskey, Educational Director Daniel F. SPIRIT (CSX Line), July 22Chairman Howard W. Gibbs, Secretary Edgardo G. Ombac, Educational Director Mohamed Alsinai, Engine Delegate Rey D. Farinas, Steward Delegate Blaine R. Amundson. Chairman announced payoff July 28 in Tacoma, Wash. He thanked everyone for smooth trip and reminded them to wear safety gear and watch step El Morro Crews Up in Tampa Crew-up for the El Morro took place in August at the Tampa shipyard. The crew members overwhelmingly ratified the new standard agreements and sent a vote of thanks to the SIU contracts department for a job well done. From the left are SA Richard Jones, SIU Rep Bryan Powell, Chief Cook Jorge Ellis and Chief Steward Gregory "Scooby" Melvin. Dean, Deck Delegate Sangie Mohamed, Engine Delegate James B. Spranza, Steward Delegate Glenn A. Taan. Chairman announced arrival and payoff Aug. 4 in Tacoma, Wash. He advised crew to keep doors locked in port and obtain new set of linen for relief crew members. He also thanked everyone for job well done in separating plastic items from regular trash. Educational director collected TRBs for captain to sign and reminded everyone of upcoming STCW deadline, Feb. 1, 2002. Movies purchased for $65, leaving $25 in ship's fund. Also, $165 spent on fresh tuna in Guam, leaving $5 in tuna fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Clarification requested on food allowances, especially with extra riders aboard. Next ports: Tacoma; Oakland, Calif.; Honolulu; Guam. RICHARD G MATTHIESEN (Ocean Ships, Inc.), July 2Chairman Dana Naze, Secretary Gloria Holmes, Educational Director Kelly L. Mayo, Deck Delegate Artis Williams, Engine Delegate Gilbert Tedder, Steward Delegate Joseph S.L. Martin. Chairman reported new pay scale received from company, effective July 1. Educational director discussed STCW deadlines. He urged crew members to apply for basic safety training immediately since classes are very full. Treasurer announced $238 in ship's fund. New movies were purchased in last couple ports. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Suggestion made to increase pay and vacation days. Bosun asked crew to help keep lounge clean and return movies when finished with them. He also asked that everyone be considerate of those trying to sleep by not slamming doors, etc. Next ports: Singapore; Sasebo, Japan; Ulsan, S. Korea; Yokosuka, Japan. SMT CHEMICAL TRADER (Intrepid Ship Management), July 30-Chairman Raymond A. Tate, Secretary Michael A. Pooler, Educational Director Nick Entchev, Deck Delegate Mary Rose Bado, Engine Delegate John Parish, Steward Delegate Luis Gonzales. Chairman talked about new contract and pay increase. Educational director stressed importance of upgrading skills at Piney Point. Treasurer announced $3,500 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Vote of thanks given to steward department for job well done. Next port: Los Angeles. when walking on deck. Educational director advised crew members to check STCW compliance. Time is running short. Deadline is Feb. 1, 2002. New movies just bought for $80. Bosun holds remaining $25 for additional video purchases. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Awaiting new mattresses; hopefully, they' Jl arrive in Tacoma. Thanks given to steward department for good food. STONEWALL JACKSON (Waterman Steamship Corp.), July 8-Chairman Hugo P. Dermody, Secretary Earl N. Gray Sr., Educational Director Michael Papaioannou, Deck Delegate Shelia Lewis, Engine Delegate Kevin J. Carraby, Steward Delegate Enrique Agosto. Chairman asked crew members to be sure plastic items are separated from regular trash for disposal. He also stressed importance of contributing to SPAD because those donations help keep the union strong. Secretary reminded everyone of upcoming STCW deadline and stated necessary courses available at Paul Hall Center. Educational director added that opportunities available at the school help mariners keep up with latest education in their field of work. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Vote of thanks given to steward department for job well done. Next ports: Morehead City, N.C.; New Orleans. TACOMA (CSX Line), July 23Chairman Joseph Artis, Secretary Mohamad M. Shibly, Educational Director Michael D. Powell, Deck Delegate Sean N. O'Doherty, Engine Delegate Michael G. McGlone, Steward Delegate Mohamed A. Hussain. Chairman announced payoff on arrival July 24 in Tacoma, Wash. He noted new standard contract currently in effect and several new ships are being built. Educational director advised crew members to meet STCW requirements before Feb. 1, 2002 deadline and encouraged them to attend other upgrading courses at Piney Point. It's a great benefit of belonging to SIU and includes free room and board. Joint treasury for unlicensed crew and officers contains about $600. Bosun to ask captain to purchase exercise equipment. Disputed OT reported by engine delegate to be discussed with patrolman at payoff. Clarification requested on rotation information. Steward department thanked for great job. Seafarers LOG 19 J �, Letters to the Editor (Editors note: the Seafarers LOG reserves the right to edit letters for grammar as well as space provisions without changing the writers intent. The LOG welcomes letters from members, pensioners, their families and shipmates and will publish them on a timely basis.) My immediate family and I have just spent six days' vacation at the Paul Hall Center. It was a great experience for all of us. Our sincere thanks to all the personnel there. They treated us like we were family and, indeed, we felt like family. Also, our compliments to Romeo Lupinacci. His ship (the Paul Hall Center galley and cafeteria) is the best feeder I've ever been on. While there, I took the opportunity to mix with and talk to many of the Seafarers taking classes, whether it was for upgrading or certification. I came away from these conversations feeling that some of them did not fully appreciate what they are a part of as SIU Seafarers, or what the SIU has done in the past to make possible what they enjoy today. My seafaring time was short compared to many others. It ran from 1944 through December 1952. My union experience started with the SUP in 1946, then the SIU in 194 7 until I retired in '52. Half of that time was spent sailing Isthmian ships in an effort to aid in organizing that companysomething that took almost three years to accomplish. While it would be a misnomer for me to say I knew most of the men responsible for what the SIU is today, I did have a passing acquaintance with most of them since we were constantly in touch during that three-year period. The men I refer to, of course, are Paul Hall, Frank Drozak, Al Kerr, Lindsey Williams, Earl "Bull" Shepard and others, too numerous to name here. I mention their names here to let today's Seafarers know that these men were guys who never gave up the fight, who had a vision of what today's merchant seamen are enjoying in working and living conditions aboard ship, wages and, of course, benefits. As late as the early '50s, the only benefit an SIU man had was Final Departures Richard J Reiss, an Erie Sand Steamship vessel. He made his home in Buffalo, N.Y. )II: Appreciating the Vision Of Earller Seafarers Continued from page 18 Materials Co. Boatman Woods was a member of the deck department. He started receiving his pension in 1996. Boatman Woods called Uriah, Ala. home. GREAT LAKES JOSEPH BOYER Brother Joseph Boyer, 70, died July 9. He started his career with the Seafarers in 1952 in Buffalo, N.Y. The Pennsylvania native sailed in the Great Lakes as well as deep sea divisions. He first shipped aboard Great Lakes Associates' A. Guthrie. A member of the deck department, Brother Boyer's last ship was the WILLIAM BUCKLEY Pensioner William Buckley, 81 , passed away April4.He began his SIU career in 1960 in Detroit. Brother .._...-"""""'. Buckley first shipped aboard an American Steamship Co. vessel. Born in Emmett, Mich., he was a member of the engine department. Brother Buckley's last ship was the Sharon, another American Steamship Co. vessel. He started receiving his pension in 1978. Rivera Beach, Fla. was his home. Know Your Rights knowing that when he shipped out of the union hall, he would be paid a decent wage, have clean living conditions and a chance to settle any beefs via the SIU port agent when the voyage ended. To all of you sailing today, learn your union history. I believe you'll be a better Seafarer if you do. Pete Bluhm Martinsville, Va. .... )II: Best of Luck To Merged Unions I am pleased that the NMU and the SIU have merged. This has been long sought, and I am proud to be associated with both union. I retired from the NMU in 1985. I joined in 1952. My father served m the NMU before me-from 1936 to 1953, leaving because of poor heath. I resided at Snug Harbor in Sea Level, N.C. for three years and have since moved to Florida. Now that the merger of the two unions has become a reality, may we move forward with continuted progress and unity. Jack Otte Edgewater, Fla. DONALD SWANSON Pensioner Donald Swanson, 76, died July 16. Brother Swanson joined the SIU in 1960 in Detroit. He served in the ~~.......................---1......_. U.S. Army Air Corps from 1943 to 1947. Brother Swanson first shipped on Ocean Petroleum Carrier Corp. 's Elemir. He worked in the deck department and sailed in both the Great Lakes and deep sea divisions. The Ironwood, Mich. native last sailed on the Steel T Crapo, an Inland Lakes Management, Inc. vessel. Brother Swanson started receiving his pension in 1986. He resided in Toledo, Ohio. Personal Greetings for Holiday Issue of the LOG A popular feature of the December Seafarers LOG is the holiday greetings section. To ensure your holiday message is published, please: * PRINT or TYPE your message (in 25 words or less). Photographs also are welcome. * Be sure your greeting is in the holiday spirit. * Do not send more than three entries per person. (This form may be reproduced.) *faxSend your entries to the Au th Way, Camp Springs, MD You also may copies directly to the at or send them by e-mail to dhirtes@seafarers.org. Seafarers LOG, 5201 LOG (301) 702-4407 207 46. If sending by e-mail, please include your phone number. Additionally, forms may be filled out in any SIU hall and turned in to the official at the counter-or may be given to the boarding patrolman during a vessel's payoff. All entries must be received by Friday, November 16, 200 I. HOLIDAYMFSSAGE (Please Print) To: From: Sender's Telephone N u m b e r : - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Message: ~---------------------------------- Check the block which describes your status with the SIU: D Active Seafarer D Family Member/Friend of Active Seafarer D Retired Seafarer D Family Member /Friend of Retired Seafarer Other: 20 Seafarers LOG 10/01 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 year, which is to be submitted to the membership by the secretary-treasurer. A yearly finance committee of rank-and-file members, elected by the membership, each year examines the finances of the union and reports fully their findings and recommendations. 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. SHIPPING RIGHTS. A member's shipping rights and seniority are protected exclusively by contracts between the union and the employers. Members should get to know their shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and available in all union halls. If members believe there have been violations of their shipping or seniority rights as contained in the contracts between the union and the employers, they should notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mail, return receipt requested. The proper address for this is: Augustin Tellez, Chairman Seafarers Appeals Board 520 l Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to members at all times, either by writing directly to the union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which an SIU member works and lives aboard a ship or boat. Members should know their contract rights, as well as their obligations, such as filing for overtime (OT) on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If, at any time, a member believes that an SIU patrolman or other union official fails to protect their contractual rights properly, he or she should contact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY - THE SEAFARERS LOG. The Seafarers LOG traditionally has refrained from publishing any article serving the political purposes of any individual in the union, officer or member. It also has refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the union or its collective membership. This established policy has been reaffirmed by membership action at the September 1960 meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsibility for Seafarers 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. PAYMENT 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 circumstances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any 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 or she should not have been required to make such payment, this should immediately be reported to union headquarters. CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. 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 contents. Any time a member feels any other member or officer is attempting to deprive him or her of any constitutional right or obligation by any methods, such as dealing with charges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, the member so affected should immediately notify 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 discriminated again st because of race, creed, color, sex, national or geographic origin. If any member feels that he or she is denied the equal rights to which he or she is entitled, the member should notify union headquarters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DONATION SPAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fund. Its proceeds are used to further its objects and purposes including, 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 condition of membership in the union or of employment. If a contribution is made by reason of the above improper conduct, the member should notify the Seafarers International Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the contribution for investigation and appropriate action and refund, if involuntary. A member should support SPAD to protect and further his or her economic, political and social interests, and American trade union concepts. NOTIFYING THE UNION-If at any time a member feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he or she has been denied the constitutional right of access to union records or information, the member should immediately notify SIU President Michael Sacco at headquarters by certified mail, return receipt requested. The address is: Michael Sacco, President Seafarers International Union 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746. October 2001 �SEAFARERS PAUL HALL CENTER)· UPGRADING COURSE SCHEDULE The following is the schedule for classes for the months of October through December 2001 at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md. All programs are geared to improve the job skills of Seafarers and to promote the American maritime industry. Please note that this schedule may change to reflect the needs of the membership, the maritime industry and-in times of conflict-the nation's security. Students attending any of these classes should check in the Saturday before their course's start date. The courses listed here will begin promptly on the morning of the start dates. For classes ending on a Friday, departure reservationfshould be made for Saturday. Seafarers who have any questions regarding the upgrading courses offered at the Paul Hall Center may call the admissions office at (30 l) 994-00 l 0. Deck Upgrading Courses Date of Completion Arrival Date · Course November 16 October 20 November17 Able Seaman (incfitding simulator Engine Upgrading Courses Course Arrival Date Date of Completion Fireman/Watertender & Oiler November3 December 14 Welding October 13 November24 December 14 Safety Specialty Courses Arrival Date Date of Completion Government Vessels October 13 October 27 November 10 November 24 November 2 November 16 November 30 December 14 STCW Medical Care Provider October 20 October 27 Basic Fire Fighting/STCW October 20 October 27 November 10 November17 October 26 November3 November 16 November23 November30 Course Basic Safety December14 steering assessments) : Lifeboatman/Water Survival Radar (simulator) October 20 October 6 November3 November 17 October 6 November3 October 19 November 16 October 19 Radar (one-day renewal) Tanker Familiarization/ Assistant Cargo (DL)* November24 December 1 December8 December 15 December 7 December 14 October 13 October28 October 27 November 10 October 6 October 13 December 21 (*must have basic fire flglt1ing) November 16 Automatic Radar Plotting Aids* (ARPA) (simulator) November2 Tankennan (PIC) Barge* October20 November 17 October 26 November23 October 27 November 24 November 10 December 8 October 27 November2 November 30 (*must have basic fire fighting) (*must have radar 11nlimited) GMDSS (simulator) Bridge Resource Management November 24 Academic Department Courses General education and college courses are available as needed. In addition, basic vocational support program courses are offered throughout the year, one week prior to the AB, QMED, FOWT, Third Mate, Tanker Assistant and Water Survival courses. An introduction to computers course will be self..:study. Steward Upgrading Cou1S11s Start Course Be prepared for the future • • • Date of Completion Date .,Upgrade your skills NOW Galley Operations/Advanced Galley Operations module~ start every week beginning January 8. Certified Chief Cook/Chief Steward classe~ "start every other week beginning January 6. UPGRADING APPLICATION Address _ _ _ _ _ __ __ _ _ __ _ _ __ _ _ __ __ __ __ at the Paul Hall Center. With this application, COPIES of the following must be sent: One hundred and twenty (120) days seatime for the previous y ear, one day in the last six months prior to the date your class starts, US MMD (z-card) front and back, front page of your union book indicating your department and seniority, and qualifying seatime for the course if it is Coast Guard tested. All FOWT. AB and QMED applicants must submit a U.S. Coast Guard fee gf $280 with their aJ!J!lication. The payment should be made with a money order only. payable to LMSS. COURSE Telephone _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Deep Sea Member D END DATE BEGIN DATE Date of Birth _ _ _ _ _ _ __ _ Lakes Member D Inland Waters Member D If the following information is not filled out completely, your application will not be processed. Social Security# _ __ _ __ __ _ Book # _ __ _ _ __ _ __ Seniority _ _ __ _ __ _ _ _ _ _ Department _ __ _ _ __ __ U.S. Citizen: Yes D No D Home Port Endorsement(s) or License(s) now held _ _ _ _ __ __ __ _ _ _ _ __ LAST VESSEL: _ __ _ __ _ __ __ _ __ _ _ Rating: _ __ __ Date On: _ _ _ _ _ __ _ _ _ __ Date Off: Are you a graduate of the SHLSS/PHC trainee program? DYes DNo If yes, class#----- - - - - - -- - - -- - - -- - -- -Have you attended any SHLSS/PHC upgrading courses? DYes DNo If yes, course(s) taken - - -- - -- - -- -- - -- - -- - - - - Do you hold the U.S. Coast Guard Lifeboatman Endorsement? 0 Yes 0 No Firefighting: D Yes D No CPR: D Yes DNo Primary language spoken _ __ _ __ _ _ _ __ _ __ __ __ _ __ October 2001 SIGNATURE - - - - - - -- - - - -- -- DATE NOTE: Transportation will be paid in accordance with the scheduling letter only ifyou present original receipts and successfully complete the course. If you have any questions, contact your port agent before departing for Piney Point. RETURN COMPLETED APPLICATION TO: Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education, Admissions Office, P.O. Box 75, Piney Point, MD 20674-0075; or fax to (301) 994-2189. The Seafarers Hany Lundeberg School of Seamanship at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education is a private, non-profit, equal opportunity institution and admits students, who are otherwise qualified, of any race, nationality or sex. The school complies with applicable laws with regard to admission, access or treatment of students in its programs or activities. 10101 Seafarers LOB 21 �Paul Hall Center Classes Unlicensed Apprentice Water Survival Class 618 - Unlicensed apprentices from class 618 who graduated from the water surval course are (from left, kneeling) Felipe Zepeda, Shaddrick Barrington, Clinton Lough, North Bremicker, (second row) James Martin, Christopher Cash, Joseph Manning, Justin Yettou, Jordan Cuddy, Christin Cross, Frank Irby II and Gerald Rogers Jr. Able Seaman - Upgrading Seafarers who earned their AB ratings Aug. 24 are (from left, front row) John Fisher, Kyle Bailey, Alvin Clark, Randy Senatore (instructor), (second row) Louis Holder, David Evans, Joseph Borys, Rudy Garrido and Jerry Fanning. Tanker Familiarization/Assistant Cargo (DL) - Completing the tanker familiarization/assistant cargo (DL) course Aug. 17 are (from left, front row) Raymond Johnson, Michael Johnson Sr., Andrew Van Bourg, Stephen Castle, Ronald Ammar, Elliott Rhodes, Jim Shaffer (instructor), (second row) Antonio Simon, Herman Best, Timothy Perry, Odilio Evora, John Davis, Albert Alexander, Eric Berry, Samuel Lampshire and Vlado Lazarevski. Lifeboatman/Water Survival - Earning their lifeboatman/water survival endorsement Aug. 17 are (from left) Michael Zoabi, Pablo Flores, Allen Ward, James Francis, Jonathan Newhouse, Cristino Williams, Brenda Gray, Kervin Velazquez, Robert Beckwith, Ben Cusic (instructor) and Edward Tully. Thnkerman (PIC) Barge - Graduating from a recent tankerman (PIC) barge course are (in no specific order) Willie Carter, David Heindel Jr., Quintin Herrera, Albert Bodden, Keithley Andrew, Raymond Brumback, Michael Williams, Mark Sawin, Ron Cobb, Etienne Vidal, James Bond 111, Michael DiAngelo, Clyde Evans, Brian Teixeira and Matthew Pellicano. Above: Taking advantage of college courses offered at the Paul Hall Center are Andrew Linares (left) and Ramona Gayton. Both sail from the port of Wilmington, Calif. They are studing Math 101-College Algebra with instructor Rick Prucha. At the cent membership meeting, Gayton was presented with a certificate and congratulations from SIU President Michael Sacco for completing all the upgrading credits she needs to earn her associate's degree. She is now working on the academic portion of that degree. Gayton, who began her SIU career as a member of class 511 (in 1993), sails as an electrician. 22 Seafarers LOB Computer Lab Classes Daniel Borden displays his certificates for achieving mastery over Windows 95 and beginning and intermediate · -~--.. , Excel. Looking on is instructor Rick Prucha. DEU - Unlicensed apprentices in the third phase of the training program completed the DEU course June 22. They are (from left, first row) Darrick Johnson, David Johnson, Anjwar Brooks, Justin Armstrong, Jessie Caston, (second row) Maurice Chambers (instructor), Bryan Wells, Adrian Moore, Jesse Hale, (last row) Jeffrey Edwards and Grady Mason. SIU members Alexander "Steve" Campbell, left, and Donald Bridenstine Jr. display the certificates they earned for learning computer basics and the Windows 95 operating system. Campbell, who sails from the port of Mobile, and Bridenstine, from Piney Point, both are deck department members. With them is instructor Rick Prucha. October 2001 �Paul Hall Center Classes Alexander Banky Ill, Egbert Campbell , Abdo Ahmed , Pablo Flores, Anthony Bonin , Robert Beckwith , Dionce Bright, Mark Bissonnette, Mian Ahmad, Mark Adams , Michael Borders, Charlfred Autrey, Mohamed Ali, Alex Caneda, Ursula Canci , Geoffrey Bell and William Byrne. Basic Safety Training Classes Held at Paul Hall Center (From left, kneeling) Andrzej Tlalka, John Mclean, Sean Walker, William Steele, Francisco Zuniga, Alexander Stamatelaky, (second row) Davon McMillan, Eddy Usmany, Joseph Thielman , Mary ..__ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __. Lou Smith, John Yates, Rudolph Xatruch , Ennis Gomez, Mike Daras (instructor), (third row) M.J. White , John Hoskins, Elmo Davis and John Shivers. Torry Kidd, Vicki Holloway, Kenneth Koch , Samuel Lampshire, Eugenio Lopez, Stanley Jandora, Calvain James, James Kidd Jr., Kenneth Long , David James, Joseph Jones, Kjell Liadal , John Jubert, Roy Honeycutt, Anselmo Lopez, Michael Kaye, Vincent Knight, Thomas Haney, Nasir Isa and Jim Liu. ARY studen1 who has registered for a class and finds-for whatever reason-that he or she cannot qftend, please inform the admissions departm~rtt so that another student may take that place. Timothy Perry, Ronnie Makowiecki, Edwin Ortega, Joe Riccio, Gerald Payne, Pedro Mena, Lemuel Robinson Jr., Jorge Mora, Ronald Pattiasina, Konstantinos Prokovas, John Meyers, Jonathan Newhouse, Kenneth Mclamb, Albert Monson, Chester Preston , Paublito Ramos-Ortiz, Lisa Mitchell , Gilbert Louis and Wilfredo Rodriguez. STCW Medical Care Provider - Completing the STCW medical care provider course recently under the instruction of Julie Lankford (left) are (from left) Steve Votta, Steve Campbell and Stuart Miller. October 2001 Andrew Vanbourg , Yussuf Ussi , Kirk Willis, Cristino Williams, Richard Volkart, Mark Somes, Jerome Smith , James White, Stavros Manousarides, Wayne Webb, Sidney Wallace, Rodney Wilson, Corrie Stockton , Edward Tully, Ernest Smith, George Santiago, Mohamed Shireh, Curtis Williams, Jeremy Thigpen , Luis Vanderrama, Donald Williams, Benjamin Sivells and George Vorise. Seafarers LOii 23 �Helping celebrate the August delivery of the USNS Pomeroy to the MSC are (from left) Korean War veterans Robert Dalton, Bill Helton, John Finnigan and Captain Mike Finnigan. John Finnigan-former SIU member, Korean War veteran and father of the USNS Pomeroy's master-points to a· picture of himself taken 50 years ago in Korea. Finnigan donated some of his personal war photos for the vessel's permanent display. Remembering tb.e Man Bebinil ~tb.e Pomeroy hen the SIU-crewed USNS Pomeroy was delivered from the NASSCO shipyard in San Diego to the U.S. Military Sealift Command (MSC), on hand for the August ceremony were three Korean War veterans who accepted the ship on behalf of the crew. The vessel was named in memory of U.S. Army Pvt. First Class Ralph E. Pomeroy, who posthumously was awarded the Medal of Honor for his brave actions in Korea in October 1952, Captain Mike Finnigan, himself an SIU hawsepiper, noted in a letter accompanying the photos on this page, that among the three veterans was his father, John Finnigan, who was in Korea the same year that Ralph Pomeroy served there. The elder Finnigan also donated some personal photos to the vessel's display on the 01 deck. The other two guests were Bill Helton, who was in Pomeroy's unit in Kor~a, and Robert Dalton, a medic in Pomeroy's unit The USNS Pomeroy is the seventh large, medium-speed, roll-on/roll-off vessel (LMSR) built at NASSCO through a government-initiated directive known as the Strategic Sealift Program. The 950-foot long vessel will be loaded with tanks, vehicles and other U.S. Army equipment in mid-December. It will then depart the United States for Diego Garcia in the Indian Ocean, where it will spend approximately 30 months on station, prepositioning its Army cargo. Enjoying lunch aboard the USNS Pomeroy are ABs James Alston (left) and Nathaniel Carr. Wanda Cokley, SA aboard the USNS Pomeroy, refills the salad bar. Taking part in the luncheon reception following the delivery ceremony are (from left) Bosun Mark Coleman. AB Michael Mayo and AB Brian Carroll. SIU West Coast VP Nick Marrone is served from behind the counter by Chief Cook Claudia Kammeyer. 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Guest speakers including (clockwise, from lower left) MSC Commander Adm. David Brewer (welcomed by SIUNA President Michael Sacco), AFL-CIO President John Sweeney, U.S. Rep. Neil Abercrombie (D-Hawaii) (pictured with SIU Honolulu Port Agent Neil Dietz), U.S. Labor Secretary Elaine L. Chao (also greeted by President Sacco) and others expressed strong support for the U.S. Merchant Marine. The convention featured the theme "Leading the Way for Working Families," and it also carried powerful patriotic messages as the nation observed the anniversary of September 11. Pages 3, 5, 10-14. Union Gains Jobs as Ma·ersk Line Commits 4 Modern Ships to MSP Finishing Touches for New Hotel The new hotel at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md . is scheduled to open this month. A ribbon-cutting ceremony took place Sept. 11 at the totally refurbished facility, which features 94 single-occupancy rooms. The building is located behind the Paul Hall Library and Maritime Museum. Page 6. SIU-contracted and Norfolk, Va.-based Maersk Line, Ltd. on Sept. 25 announced plans to purchase four modern Panamax "G-class" vessels that it will operate under the U.S. flag beginning this month. The vessels replace four older and slower ships enrolled in the U.S. Maritime Security Program (MSP) and will carry larger crews than the ships being replaced. The newer vessels are virtually identical to the one pictured above. Page 3. Seal arer Lagana Wins Prestigious 'ACE' Award ~~~~~--- Page4 FOC Ship Linked To Al Qaeda? - - - - - - Page 4 �School's Advisory Board Keeps Working To Stay Ahead of Training Requirements President's Report lnsplratlonal Convention The SIUNA convention which took place last month in Piney Point, Md. was anything but typical. It featured a number of deeply emotional, reflective moments as our nation observed the first anniversary of September 11. The convention also included some truly exceptional, encouraging remarks by a wonderful lineup of guest speakers. AFL-CIO President John Sweeney, the leader of the American labor movement, inspired the delegates with his vision of what lies ahead for union members and their families. He also reminded us that the federation stands solidly behind the U.S. Merchant Marine. Of special note to SIU members comments concemMichael Sacco ing the U.S.-flag fleet delivered by the Secretary of Labor, the head of the Military Sealift Command, the head of the Maritime Administration and the CEO of a major U.S.flag carrier were quite positive and insightful. Labor Secretary Elaine L. Chao wasted no time in reaffmning the administration's strong support for the Jones Act, which is the backbone of the U.S. fleet. With our nation's cabotage laws constantly under attack by foreign-flag interests who have no regard for our national security, President Bush's consistent backing of the Jones Act is respected and appreciated. But Secretary Chao didn't stop there. She credited American mariners as a valuable resource in helping the nation identify and implement port security measures-a huge task that requires input from all segments of the industry. She also repeatedly described the U.S. Merchant Marine as the nation's "fourth arm of defense" and cited our valuable role in supporting the armed forces throughout the country's history, up to and including the current war on terrorism. Finally, she complimented the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education, and recognized the key role of training for today's mariners. Brothers and sisters, those kinds of statements from the United States Secretary of Labor are exceptionally heartening for our industry. They reflect an excellent understanding of the U.S.-flag fleet and what it means to America. The same can be said of the remarks delivered by Rear Admiral David Brewer, who is in charge of MSC, the biggest employer of U.S. mariners. Let me tell you, this is a gentleman who truly bas a high opinion of the merchant marine. He knows from firsthand experience the fact that we deliver the goods. Admiral Brewer said that he's committed to increasing the number of U.S. Merchant Mariners going to sea, including those in the government services division. He cited our reliability and said the merchant marine "delivers freedom." He got a rousing ovation when, in describing conversations about America's readiness to engage in conflict, he exclaimed, "I am sometimes asked, 'Will the merchant marine fight?' I say, 'Hell yes, they're going to fight!"' I wish every one of our members could have been in the auditorium at that inspiring moment. Maritime Administrator Capt. William Schubert described some of the successful efforts to bring new tonnage under the American flag. He stated that his top priority is the reauthorization of the Maritime Security Program -a goal which we certainly share. Capt. Schubert also touched on a subject that occasionally is overlooked, but one that's incredibly important for our industry. Namely, the fact that maintaining a U.S.-flag presence in the international trade is critical to our nation's well-being because it allows MarAd "significant responsibilities in the international arena." He correctly pointed out, "We won't have a voice unless we have a U.S.-flag fleet. It's that simple." In a slightly different vein, but also quite interesting and important were the remarks by John Reinhart, CEO of SIU-contracted Maersk Line, Ltd. Maersk Line operates 54 U.S.-flag ships and obviously is a primary carrier for the U.S. Department of Defense. Mr. Reinhart laid out some sensible approaches for revitalizing the commercial fleet, and he stressed the need for cooperation in this key effort. It's worth noting that Maersk's commitment to the U.S. fleet recently was underscored by two developments. First, the company reflagged a modem tanker under the Stars and Stripes. Then, late last month, Maersk announced the acquisition of four modem cargo vessels that will reflag U.S. and enroll in the Maritime Security Program. We covered many other topics during our convention, but maritime naturally was the front-and-center issue. It was a highly successful meeting, and every one of the guest speakers did a tremendous job. In fact, I encourage you to read highlights of the remarks from our other good friends- U.S. Rep. Neil Abercrombie, MM&P President Tim Brown, ITF General Secretary David Cockroft, MEBA President Ron Davis, Maryland and D.C. AFL-CIO President Fred Mason, AMO President Mike McKay, Maryland Comptroller William Donald Schaefer, Maryland Lt. Governor Kathleen Kennedy Townsend and MTD Vice President Ernie Whalen-which are published in this issue of the LOG. I came away from the convention more convinced than ever that we in the Seafarers have the will, the strength and the support within our government and the U.S.-flag industry to continue revitalizing maritime. We also will continue working with our brothers and sisters from other unions in leading the way for working families. Volume 64, Number 10 October 2002 The SIU on line: www.seafarers.org The Seafarers LOG (ISSN 1086-4636) is published monthly by the Seafarers International Union; Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes v-~oR coMMUN1cAr/ and Inland Waters District/NMU, AFL-CIO; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, MD 20746. Telephone (301) 899-0675. ~ ..4 ~ Periodicals postage paid at Southern Maryland 20790; ~ 9998 and at additional offices. POSTMASTER: Send address ~' ·AFL-cioicLc ,l\o:::! changes to the Seafarers LOG, 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746. Communications Director, Jordan Biscardo; Managing Editor/Production, Deborah A. Hirtes; Associate Editor, Jim Guthrie; Art, Bill Brower; Administrative Support, Jeanne i.i Textor. Copyright© 2002 Seafarers International Union, AGLIWD All Rights Reserved. 2 Seafarers LOG Members of the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education's deep sea and inland advisory board last month worked through a jam-packed agenda on the school's Piney Point, Md.-based campus. Board members met Sept. 910 to focus on issues that will affect training techniques and requirements, given the fairly constant changes in maritime regulations, laws and equipment. SIU President Michael Sacco provided an overview of the board's purpose and the objectives of the meeting, along with a recap of some of the improvements that have taken place at the school over the years. He cited the Joseph Sacco Fire Fighting and Safety School and the new state-of-the-art building which houses simulators for ship handling, engine room operations, liquid cargo transfer and crane operations. The newest of the upgrades is the school's 94room hotel annex, scheduled to open this month. "Of all the things that have been accomplished over the years here at the school, the new building we've just put up (the hotel annex) is a particular source of pride," Sacco said. Sacco also briefed the board on the school's small arms training center, which tentatively is schedule for completion within one year. "What we are trying to develop here at the school is a onestop shop," he said. "When one of our operators bids on a contract and the training requirements require everything from firefighting to small arms, we want to be able to train everyone here at this school." Sacco concluded bis remarks by telling board membersamong them many ship owners and operators-that the SIU believes that charity begins at home. "If you're healthy, we're healthy . . . if you're hurting, we're hurting," he said. "It does not make sense for us to not work with you. We're going to work with you any way we can to help you expand and grow your companies and provide additional jobs for our people." SIU Vice President Contracts Augie Tellez gave a history of the advisory board and its purpose. "The advisory board is the formal body through which the school gets its direction to implement whatever training is required by regulations, the companies, by law and by the natural order of the industry," Tellez said. "Many of the hardware pieces that you will see (while at the school), many of the buildings, many of the training programs and curriculums we have in place here are a direct result of previous advisory board meetings." Tellez then pointed out that the focus of past meetings has been compliance with the amended STCW convention and the myriad of requirements that accompany it. "I think the school has done an admirable job of putting together programs that help you meet and comply with all of the regulations," he told the board Assistant Director of Education J.C. Wiegman conducts the meeting for the group discussing the implementation of a new engineering upgrading program that the school's vocational staff has put together. members. The key to the school's success in this arena so far has been timing, according to Tellez. "We did not wait for regulations to come out ... for laws to change, or for various requirements to be implemented," he said "We got a head start so that when the new regulations went into effect, we already had people trained to meet the new requirements," he said. Tellez then outlined the board's goals and announced the formation of three subcommittees. Their respective purposes were: to monitor developments and formulate inputs for port security; discuss the benefits of bridge resource management training; and implement a new engineering upgrading program that the school's vocational staff has put together. The last two subcommittees were further divided into working groups and charged with reporting back to the main board prior to the conclusion of the meeting. Paul Hall Center Education Director Bill Eglinton then provided a historical perspective highlighting the board's accomplishments in meeting the training and assessment requirements of the amended STCW convention. He noted: • In 1997, the Paul Hall Center received U.S. Coast Guard acceptance for the first U.S. training record book and began the new, expanded unlicensed apprentice program that includes shipboard training. • STCW Basic Safety Training was implemented in 1998, years ahead of the requirement. • In 1999, Bridge Resource Management (BRM), Automatic Radar Plotting Aids (ARPA) and Specially Trained Ordinary Seaman came on line at the school. • Basic and Advanced Fire Fighting, Crowd/Crisis Control Management and Human Behavior, Medical Care Provider and Ratings Forming Part of the Navigational Watch (AB) all were developed and implemented in 2000. • The year 2001 saw Global Maritime Distress Safety System (GMDSS) and Celestial Navigation put into action. • And in 2002, ratings Forming Part of the Engineering Watch (oiler), Officer in Charge of a Navigational Watch and Fast Rescue Boats got the go-ahead. Still to be developed is the Officer in Charge of an Engineering Watch Program, Electronic Chart Display Information System (ECDIS) and Tankerrnan Person-in-Charge (PIC). STCW was on the agenda again this year, but, as a result of the terrorist events of Sept. 11, 2001, the chief concentration of this year's exchange changed. Board members turned their attention to concerns associated with combatting terrorism and ensuring port security. Other topics addressed during this the 35th annual meeting included the International Maritime Information Safety System, specialized STCW training including the Global Maritime Distress Safety System, vessel security training including chemical, biological and radiation defense. Anti-terrorism awareness and small arms training also were discussed. In addition to SIU officials, advisory participants included representatives from SIU-contracted deep sea, Great Lakes and inland companies and the U.S. Coast Guard. Please be advised that SIU headquarters and all SIU hiring halls will be closed Monday, November 11, 2002 for the observance of Veterans' Day and Thursday, November 28, 2002 for the observance of Thanksgiving Day (unless an emergency arises). Normal business hours will resume the following workday. October 2002 �SIONA: 'Leading the Way' Convention Delegates Chart Course For Strong U.S. Fleet, Worker Rights On the first anniversary of September 11, delegates representing the dozen affiliated organizations of the Seafarers International Union of North America (SIUNA) remembered the victims and heroes and also vowed to keep fighting for working families. The delegates met Sept. 11-12 who proclaimed support for the for the SIUNA's 241h convention, merchant marine and for workhosted by the Paul Hall Center for ers' rights. Addressing the conMaritime Training and Education vention were (in order): U.S. Rep. in Piney Point, Md. During the Neil Abercrombie CD-Hawaii); quinquennial gathering, they ITF General Secretary David called for actions to boost the Cockroft; American Maritime OfU.S.- and Canadian-flag mer- ficers President Michael McKay; chant marine, improve the living Maryland State and District of standards of working families, Columbia AFL-CIO President remain active and effective in Fred Mason, Jr.; Marine Enginpolitics, organize new members, eers' Beneficial Association and support the work of the President Ron Davis; Masters, International Transport Workers' Mates & Pilots President Tim Federation (ITF) in its fight Brown; U.S. Maritime Administrator Capt. William Schubert; against runaway-flag shipping. An estimated 250 delegates Maryland Lt. Governor Kathleen and guests attended the conven- Kennedy Townsend; Maryland tion, which featured the theme Comptro1ler William Donald "Leading the Way for Working Schaefer; Maersk Line, Ltd. Families." They heard from a CEO John F. Reinhart; AFL-CIO notable lineup of guest speakers President John Sweeney; Rear Adm. David L. Brewer Ill, commander, U.S. Military Sealift Command; U.S. Secretary of Labor Elaine L. Chao; and AFLCI O Maritime Trades Department Vice President Ernie Whalen. In addition, SIUNA affiliates reported on their recent activities, and delegates elected by acclamation President Michael Sacco and Secretary-Treasurer David Heindel. Sacco was re-elected while Heindel succeeded John Fay, who did not seek re-election. Nineteen vice presidents also were chosen by the convention. They are Theresa Hoinsky, Donna Walsh, Henry "Whitey" Disley, Gunnar Lundeberg, Tom Orzechowski, Nick Celona, Dean Corgey, Rene Lioeanjie, Kennett Mangram, Nick Marrone, Joseph Soresi, Augie Tellez, Roman Gralewicz, Jorge Cruz, Surinder Bhanot, James Martin, Orlando Diaz, Herb Perez and John Spadaro. Topics on the convention agenda included port security, the SIUNA President Michael Sacco (left) tells convention delegates that the U.S. Merchant Marine answered the call on September 11, and today "remains at the ready for whatever comes next, whether it's in Iraq or anywhere else. And it's not just Seafarers-all of our brothers and sisters throughout maritime labor are ready to go." New Maersk Line II/ISP Ships Signal II/lore Jabs far SIU SIU-contracted and Norfolk, Va.-based Maersk Line, Ltd. on Sept. 25 announced plans to purchase four modem Panamax "G-class" vessels that it will operate under the U.S. flag beginning this month. The vessels replace four older and slower ships enrolled in the U.S. Maritime Security Program (MSP). The move means new jobs for the SIU because the four replacement ships-the Maersk Missouri, Maersk Carolina, Maersk Georgia and Maersk Virginia-carry more unlicensed personnel than the vessels they're supplanting in the MSP. Additionally, the contract covering the new ships calls for increased wages for Seafarers. "Maersk Line has been an extremely reliable anchor for the U.S. Department of Defense, and this latest announcement reinforces their commitment to the MSP," stated SIU Vice President Contracts Augie Tellez. "One intent of the MSP was to bring in new tonnage under the American flag, and that's exactly what is happening." The G-class ships-built between 1997 and 2002- also signal increased productivity. Each vessel has 4,300 TEU capacity, which is nearly three times that of the ships they're replacing. Also, each of the newer vessels is 958 feet long, with a beam of 106 feet a draft of 44 feet. Each ship can travel at greater than 24 knots. Maersk Line will operate the four vessels in liner service between the U.S. East Coast and ports in the Mediterranean, Middle East and Indian Subcontinent, the company announced. "Maersk Line, Ltd. 's continued investment in modernizing and upgrading its U.S. flag fleet will increase the containership capacity and capability available to support the needs of the sealift readiness October 2002 requirements of the U.S. military as well as our commercial customers," said Ken Gaulden, senior vice president of marketing and government relations. He added, ""This direct U.S.-flag service will shorten transit times, improve service reliability and provide added cargo security." John Clancey, Maersk lnc.'s chairman, stated, "Maersk Line, Ltd. has assembled the largest U.S.flag fleet in the industry and is proud of that accomplishment. We are working hard to remove various impediments that have stifled growth and investment in the U.S. merchant fleet. In this instance, we were successful. However, many impediments still remain that must be addressed to ensure that a healthy U.S. merchant fleet is available to support our nation's foreign commerce and national security needs." Maersk Line, Ltd. supports each of the branches of the U.S. military by providing ocean transportation services under contract with the Military Traffic Management Command and vessel operations services for the Military Sealift Command; and is a participant in the Voluntary Intennodal Sealift Agreement. 'G-Class' Ships At a Glance Years Built: 1997 (2 vessels), 1998 (1 vessel), 2002 (1 vessel) Capacity: 4,300 TEUs each Speed: 24.2 knots Length: 958 feet Beam: 106 feet Draft: 44 feet The Southern Maryland Firemen's Association Honor Guard presents the colors for the Pledge of Allegiance to open the convention. war against terrorism, extending and expanding the Maritime Security Program, fairness for U.S. mariners and U.S.-flag companies, freedom of association, and Gulf Coast organizing_. Delegates also examined such issues as "paycheck deception," health care, retirement security and political action. President Sacco during his acceptance speech at the end of the convention noted, "During the past two days, we've laid out our objectives. Some are specific to the SIUNA, but many are part of the overall agenda of the AFLCIO. And really, most of them boil down to one word: fairness. We want fair treatment for our members-and for all workers across the country and around the world. Good wages and benefits, safe working conditions, a voice in the workplace-that's what unions are all about. That's what the SIUNA is all about." He concluded, "We learned a lot of lessons on September 11. One of those lessons is that we cannot take tomorrow for granted. That's why I challenge every- one in this room to rededicate yourselves to the SIUNA and the labor movement. Give your best effort every day on behalf of the people you represent. Get results that will benefit the membership. Continue 'leading the way for working families.' At the same time, we must never forget the people who-worked so hard in the past to ensure that our union stayed strong and on a steady course. More convention coverage appears on pages 5 and 10-14. "This is our time in history. I know we'll be smart enough and strong enough and dedicated enough to make the most of it." The SIUNA was chartered in 1938. It consists of 12 autonomous affiliate unions, including the Seafarers International Union, Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District/NMU, which is the largest U.S. union representing merchant mariners in the deep sea, Great Lakes and inland trades. Maersk Tanker Reflags U.S. Early last month, SIU members crewed up the double hull tanker Maersk Rhode Island, a former British-flagged ship that now sails under the U.S. flag. The vessel is owned and operated by Norfolk, Va.-based Maersk Line, ltd. Maersk took delivery of the Rhode Island on Sept. 6, a week later than originally planned. The ship departed Hong Kong on Sept. 9 to pick up its first load in Korea, with discharge scheduled to take place either in Panama or Los Angeles. The Rhode Island is a 35,000 tonnage clean product tanker. It is 562 feet long and 90 feet wide. SIU to Crew 'Ice-Class' Ship Seafarers will crew a newly contracted vessel for the U.S. Military Sealift Command (MSC) which mainly will be used for annual resupply missions to the McMurdo station in Antarctica and Thule Air Force Base in Greenland. SIU-contracted Osprey Ship Managment won the contract, MSC announced last month. The agreement, which could last as long as 51 months, calls for the Liberian-flagged Kariba to re- flag under the Stars and Stripes before the end of the year. The ship will be renamed and is scheduled to begin MSC-chartered operations in December, when the vessel reports to Port Hueneme, Calif. The Kariba is a 521-foot long ice-class cargo ship, MSC announced. In addition to its resupply missions, the vessel will carry· ammunition and general cargo for hospitals. The ship will replace the Green Wave. Seafarers LOS 3 �Report: FOC Ship Linked to Al Qaeda Case Demonstrates Need for Ownership Transparency Fifteen Pakistanis with suspected links to the terrorist organization Al Qaeda were arrested in August aboard a flag-of-convenience ship in Italy, according to news reports which first surfaced in mid-September. The case involves a Tongaflagged ship that has changed names four times in two years and changed flags twice during that span. The owner apparently is a Greek national who lives in Romania, according to authorities. However, according to the International Transport Workers' Federation, in a potentially galling twist, some records indicate the involvement of what appears to be a storefront registration office: Delaware-based Nova Management, Inc. That company in turn may be linked to another Delaware company, Sea Crystal Enterprises Inc.-which has been incorporated since 1997 but has no address nor phone number available, according to the Delaware Secretary of State's office. "It's another example of FOCs often being untraceable, or at minimum being deceptive," noted SIU Secretary-Treasurer David Heindel, who serves as vice chairman of the ITF's Seafarers' Section and who recently testified before Congress about the threat of runaway-flag ships to U.S. security. "We've said all along that these are the types of problems you face with FOCs." Italian authorities seized the vessel Sarah in early August off the island of Sicily. The 15 Pakistanis were charged with "association" to commit terrorist acts, according to reports in The Hamilton Spectator and The Washington Post and according to information gathered from the ITF. The authorities reportedly acted on a tip provided by U.S. naval intelligence officers. An Italian police official told reporters that the suspects apparently were not planning an attack on Italy, but may have planned to transfer to another vessel and attack elsewhere. "We are certain that these people are part of a terrorist organization and we are almost certain that the organization is Al Qaeda," the official stated. "It was obvious that these men were not sailors or even normal immigrants." The vessel also included eight Romanian crew members, who are not believed to have been charged. In fact, some or all of those mariners had contacted the ITF for assistance in securing unpaid wages. The ITF was investigating when authorities seized the vessel, which had received orders from an unknown source to pick up the Pakistanis. At various points since the year 2000, the Sarah has sailed under the flags of Tonga, Bolivia, and Sao Tome and Principe. It has changed names from (in order) Nova to Nova Glory to Lory to Ryno to Sarah. This case supports the contentions of the SIU, the ITF and others who state that the FOC system is a scam that threatens security and harms workers. The union and the federation expanded on those points June 13 during a hearing before the Special Oversight Panel on the Merchant Marine-part of the Armed Services Committee. Rep. Duncan Hunter (R-Calif.) chaired the session and stated, as the hearing began, "From my view of certain registries, it is apparent that we have virtually no idea who owns, or who controls a number of these ships. It is also clear to me that we likewise lack a clear understanding of who is manning these vessels-or even whether the documents they hold are valid-or even whether they have the required training." Representing the SIU and the ITF (an international federation of 594 transport trade unions in 136 countries representing approximately 5 million transport workers), Heindel said the FOC system "provides a hiding place for shipowners to avoid the restrictions of international law, where states sell their sovereignty to those wishing to avoid flag state interference in safety, environmental or labor standards and the transparen- Notice: NMU Upgraders Beginning Oct. 1 (this month), all applicants working under NMU benefit plans who want to attend the Paul Hall Center must apply through the admissions office in Piney Point instead of through Terry Hayes (Montgomery) in New York. Students should apply for school well in advance of the class they want to attend, in order to increase the likelihood of available space. To obtain an application, members may go to their local hiring hall, complete the application in the back of the LOG or contact the admissions office at (301) 9940010 to have one sent by mail. Along with your application you must send a copy of your z-card; proof of 120 days sailing in the previous year; proof of one day (at least) sailing in the last six months prior to the date the course begins; a copy of your union book (page with pie- cy of their corporate structure. "And herein lies one of the most serious deficiencies with the FOC system- the lack of transparency in corporate structure-that both the ITF and SIU view as a facilitator of transnational criminal activities and terrorism. FOC vessels have been linked to the registration of hijacked ships, phantom ships, fraudulent mariner documentation, illegal unreported and unregulated fishing, illegal alien smuggling and, most recently to international terrorism." He said that the lack of transparency in the corporate structure of FOCs "is a threat to national and maritime security." ture); and any discharges required for a U.S. Coast Guard-regulated course. Upon receipt of your application by the admissions office, it will be evaluated for the course(s) you want to attend, and you will be contacted directly. If you are scheduled for class and want the school to arrange your travel, you must go to your local union hall no later than 14 days prior to your arrival date to fill out the necessary paperwork for the school to arrange your transportation. All classes are filled on a first come, first served basis and there are waiting lists for classes once filled. If you have any questions about upgrading at the Paul Hall Center, please feel free to contact the admissions office at the aforementioned phone number or contact your local port agent. Any updates concerning these procedures will be announced in future editions of the LOG and at the monthly membership meetings. AB Lagana Is First Seafarer to Win ACE Award AB Jeffrey Allan Lagana has added yet another "first" to his career as a Seafarer- that of "Adult Leamer of the Year," an award presented by the American Council on Education (ACE). The Adult Learner of the Year Award is presented annually to a student who uses ACE college credit recommendations to earn a college degree or advance his or her career. The recipient must show outstanding achievements to the community or workplace while successfully balancing a family, career and education. Following his 1995 graduation from St. Mary's Ryken High School in Leonardtown, Md., Lagana, enrolled at the University of Maryland, College Park, as an engineering major. After three semesters, he realized he did not wish to pursue engineering but wasn't sure exactly what he wanted except to get away on his own and experience life as an adult. So it was that in January 1997, at age 19, Lagana found himself at the Paul Hall Center in the first class of the revamped unlicensed apprentice program. His leadership qualities were evident, and he was selected to be the chief bosun for Class 561. His first voyage during his training was aboard the Sea-Land Hawaii. He has been an active union member ever since, enjoying the chance to "see and experience a vast number of places and people that many never have the opportunity First in Line to Support SPAD SIU President Michael Sacco (right) last month wrote a check to the Seafarers Political Activity Donation fund and secured the first jacket issued through the new SPAD promotional program. Accepting the donation is SPAD Chairman and SIU Secretary-Treasurer David Heindel. As reported in previous issues of the LOG, the core program includes SPAD merchandise available to Seafarers (including members who formerly were in the NMU) who contribute to the fund through a checkoff authorization found on the vacation application (and also available at the union halls). The jacket is available to members who make a one-time donation of $300 or more in addition to their check-off authorization. 4 Seafarers LOG to do in a lifetime." Lagana continued to upgrade both his vocational and academic skills while sailing. He was one of the first students from the unlicensed apprentice program to complete the Able Seaman course. He also received three college credits for successfully completing all the requirements for English 102: Composition and Literature, and later became the first Seafarer to earn his Nautical and Technology Science Certificate at the school. This achievement, coupled with other credit courses recommended by ACE, provided him the incentive to apply for- and win-one of the yearly $20,000 scholarships for Seafarers sponsored by the Seafarers Health and Benefits Plan in 2001. With scholarship in hand, the deep sea member continued his studies full time at the University of Maryland, where he maintained a 4.0 grade point average. In August of this year, the 24year-o ld completed his degree with a double major of environmental science and policy (with a concentration in mapping and data management) and geography (with a specialization in geographic information systems and computer cartography). Lagana said that working in Following the awards ceremony, Jeff Lagana (third from right) is congratulated by (from left) Paul Hall Center Director of Education Bill Eglinton, . SIU President Michael Sacco, ACE VP Susan Porter Robinson, SIU Secretary-Treasurer David Heindel and Jan Downing from Maersk Line, Ltd. the maritime industry has afford- deserving. ed him the opportunity to travel to Thanks to generous assistance numerous countries throughout from Maersk Line, Ltd., Lagana, the world where he has witnessed . who has been working aboard the many different cultures and land- Maersk Texas on its South scapes. He found many of those America run, was able to take views to be disturbing, particular- part in the Sept. 19 ceremony at ly in developing countries where ACE headquarters in Washpeople are less fortunate. He ington, D.C., where he was preanticipates launching a career that sented with a plaque and an will combat the degradation of engraved silver bowl. the world's three most important Joining Lagana at the award elements-land, water and air. ceremony were his parents, And now Lagana is the first Yvonne and Allan Lagana, his Paul Hall Center student to win grandmother and his girlfriend as the annual Adult Learner of the well as SIU President Michael Year award from the American Sacco, Sill Secretary-Treasurer Council on Education's College David Heindel and Bill Eglinton, Credit Recommendation director of education at the Paul Service. As one of 15 Hall Center. Also in attendance national entrants, the judges unanimously were Jan Downing from Maersk picked him as the most Line, Ltd. and members of the ACE advisory board, state affiliate directors, ACE national coordinators, invited members of the Left: Jeffrey Lagana's local business community and proud parents, Allan local universities, and Dr. and Yvonne Lagana, Nicholas Allen, provost and chief are visibly moved by academic officer at the University the educational award of Maryland, College Park, where given to their son. Lagana completed his studies. October 2002 �Labor's Brave Response To September 11 Attacks Sheds New Light on Unions Speakers Cite Ongoing Need to Organize The American labor movement now in a race for governor of that was tested September 11, 2001, and it state. passed with flying colors. Although She said that we should respect hundreds of union members were those who died in the terrorist attacks among the victims of terrorist attacks of a year ago and honor the heroes at the World Trade Center, the who put their lives at risk. And, if it Pentagon and in Pennsylvania, many can be said that any good has come more contributed to the relief efforts. out of the attacks, it is that Americans Fire fighters, emergency services and more fully appreciate the freedoms medical workers, iron workers, .car- they have, such as the rights of penters, operating engineers-and women, the rights of religious tolerseafarers-among others, stepped up ance, the right to organize. without hesitation in the hours and days after the attacks. That infamous event happened exactly one year ago to the day of the start of the SIUNA convention, and many of the speakers at the quinquennial gathering last month at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md. mentioned the new recognition earned by labor-America's working people-not only as victims, "This country is strong because we have strong unions," said but also as heroes. SIUNA President Michael Sacco Townsend. "We [the Kennedy famiopened the meeting, affirming that ly] understood that this country was union members have shown the made strong because people stood up world by their act1v1tles on for those who couldn't speak up for September 11 that they are a vital part themselves." But, she added that we of the community. "People who pre- as a country must do a better job with viously knew nothing about the labor such issues as health care, increased movement suddenly became aware educational opportunities and help that union members are some of the everyday heroes who helped keep our nation running," he said. U.S. Rep. Neil Abercrombie (DHawaii) agreed, noting "the ·best way we can honor tho e who fell one year a o toda ... is to carry on our busiand women in free ' ocieties, able to organize ourselves collectively for the benefit not just of Many of the speakers at the ourselves but for those we represent." SIUNA convention addressed the He acknowledged that the role of critical importance of maintaining a labor is recognized in protecting and · viable U.S. Merchant Marinedefending the values of working peoincluding the need to extend and ple everywhere, but that some people expand the Maritime Security are trying to break down labor's misProgram; maintain the nation's cabosion. In particular, he cited the ongotage laws; and curb flag-of-conveing struggle by members of the fire nience ship registries. They noted fighters and police unions who, after that when U.S. mariners answered their incredible ordeal in the afterthe call following the terrorist attacks math of the terrorist attacks, can't on September 11, 2001, it reaffirmed even get a pay raise. "Organized the need to maintain a pool of welllabor can no longer be passive," he trained civilian mariners ready to said. crew the nation's military support "Beyond words and rhetoric," ships that are so vital to any war Abercrombie added, "it's action that effort. counts." He brought up the fact that David Cockroft, general secretary the United States is the richest counof the International Transport try in the world but doesn't have a Workers' Federation (ITF), stated universal health -care service to take that after the events of September 11, care of its workers, and stated that 2001, "things changed a great deal," foreign-flag interests continue to including within the transportation attack the Jones Act. The only way to industry. The federalization of securicombat these anti-worker views is to ty at airports and the testing of shipvote for people in Congress who will ping containers in port are but two of enforce the laws of this country on the great number of modifications behalf of working people, not against taking place in the United States and them. "It's the winners in Congress who set the agenda," he stated, and urged those present at the convention to support candidates who support working families. "We have to work for it. We have to be committed." A labor activist for more than 35 years, Fred D. Mason Jr. currently is president of the Maryland State and District of Columbia AFL-CIO. He spoke about the challenges of organizing. "We all lose when we fail to organize," he said. While acknowledging that organizing campaigns usually are quite difficult, Mason stressed the need for unions to increase their efforts, especially since most workers in this country don't have a voice at work. One person who has always been Maryland Lt. Gov. Kathleen Kencommitted to fighting for working nedy Townsend cited the critical men and women is Maryland Lt. role played by merchant mariners Gov. Kathleen Kennedy Townsend, following the Sept. 11 attacks. for our senior members, particularly in the area of prescription drug costs. William Donald Schaefer, comptroller of the state of Maryland (and former Maryland governor and Baltimore mayor), talked about the role of labor unions in his state and how they helped him find ways to reduce the deficit. As a good friend of the SIU, he urged voters in Maryland to vote for Townsend, a strong supporter of labor unions. Organizing has been the top priority for John Sweeney since he was elected president of the AFL-CIO in 1995. Whether the issue is workers' rights, health care, fair trade, retirement security or any of the other important concerns, Sweeney has led the fight for all workers, noted Sacco. As the convention delegates and guests paused to remember those who died doing their jobs and helping others, Sweeney noted that those heroes remind us of the tough year it's been for working families. Terrorism and corporate greed were the depressing highlights of the year. But on a more positive note, he said, the workers have "demonstrated the resilience of our values and the value of our work." Sweeney said that the SIU and AFL-CIO President John Sweeney (left) and SIUNA President Michael Sacco express their commitment to organizing. AFL-CIO stood tall behind President Bush to fight the enemy, but now it appears that the president is undermining the collective bargaining rights for many Americans like those working in the airline industry, the construction trades and the police and fire department members who worked so tirelessly after September 11 and are still waiting for raises. "That is no way to treat the workers of America, no way to treat our heroes," he said. He added that corporate America has been waging war against the workers year after year. More people have been thrown out of work, losing pensions and basic health benefits while the government sends American jobs overseas. The labor movement in America needs to find new solutions, Sweeney said. Business, government and labor must work together to protect our way of life. American workers need more protections-more jobs, minimum wage, public education, a guarantee to collective bargaining. Sweeney stated that the federation must "do a better job of educating our members and mobilizing them on Election Day." Labor Secretary Elaine L. Chao said she would continue to seek out the SIU and other labor unions for input into "creating good, safe and well-paying jobs for all Americans." She also spoke about how the SIU, along with other unions-with no time for planning-answered the call for help in the height of chaos and confusion following the attacks in New York and Washington. Chao concluded that both President Sacco and President Bush care about people, and that the Bush administration "is proud to call you partners in defending America's freedom and in strengthening America's economy." Need for Strong U.S. Fleet n s ct October 2002 throughout the world. Cockroft noted that the ITF is particularly concerned with the FOC scam, which dominates much of the world's shipping. He said his organization has succeeded in eliminating a few small flags, like that of the country of Tonga and soon, Cambodia, and is now working hard to get rid of the Liberian registry. He acknowledged that the Paul Hall Center has a good infrastructure to keep a strong U.S. Merchant Marine going and that the ITF "is deeply involved in everything you're doing to defend the U.S. fleet." The ITF also is concerned with strong and effective security in the maritime industry, including the need for real identity documents and acknowledgement aboard each ship as to who actually owns and controls it, Cockroft added. Captain William Schubert, head of the U.S. Maritime Administration, stated that the one-year anniversary of the terrorist attacks is a time to reflect on the horrific events of the The ITF is concerned with strong and effective security in the maritime industry, stated David Cockroft, ITF general secretary. past year as well as a day to celebrate the accomplishments of the SIUNA. He said he recently attended the christening of the Enduring Freedom, the latest of six new SIUcrewed NY Waterway ferries, and that there could be "no greater tribute to the thousands of innocent Americans who lost their lives on that day." (Operation Enduring Freedom also is the name of the U.S. war against terrorism.) Schubert spoke about the close cooperation and tradition of working together enjoyed by MarAd and the SIU to create a strong merchant marine and a strong U.S.-flag fleet. In that vein, he stated his top priority as maritime administrator is the reauthorization of the MSP program. "This is not a political agenda," he said. "We won't have a voice unless we have a U.S.-flag fleet." Another strong supporter of the U.S. Merchant Marine is John Reinhart, chief executive officer at Maersk Line, Ltd., which is a major carrier for the Department of Defense. He confirmed that Maersk has 54 ships under the U.S. tlag-27 operated with pride by the Military Sealift Command (MSC) and 27 in the commercial trade, and that his company will continue to invest in others, like the recently converted Maersk Rhode Island. Reinhart spoke about the rich tradition of the U.S. Merchant Marine and expressed his belief that with strong leadership and cooperation, "we can create opportunities." He stated that many people are trying to tear down the U.S.-flag fleet, but that with a common vision, the future of the industry will be bright. That vision includes expanding and extending the MSP. "I want to work with you to make a future better for the U.S. Merchant Marine," he said. Though the industry is threatened, Reinhart asserted that with one voice, "we will make John Reinhart, CEO at Maersk Line, Ltd., is a strong supporter of the U.S. Merchant Marine. the flag stronger." The MSC is one of the SIU's best partners and is the world's largest employer of U.S. Merchant Mariners. Rear Admiral David L. Brewer III, commander of MSC, said there are currently 3,800 civilian merchant mariners (CIVMARS) and 1,200 "contract jobs," and that his goal is to increase that number over the next five years. He spoke about Operation Enduring Freedom and the work done by CIVMARS as well as other mariners, including members of the SIU, in that action-including pumping fuel, delivering ammunition and cargo, carrying a fleet hospital to Guantanamo, Cuba, and getting the USNS Comfort ready for aid in the rescue activities in Manhattan. Brewer added that the MSC also is sailing tugboats and small harbor craft, piloting commercial helicopters, helping the Marine Corps in their movements and sailing combat stores ships to all parts of the world. In closing, Brewer spoke about the Navy Jack, the flag that was flown by Commodore Hopkins in the Continental Navy in 1775, on which is written "Don't Tread on Me." He said our enemy should heed those words, and noted that the U.S. Merchant Marine is delivering more than logistics. "They are delivering freedom." Continued on page 10 Seafarers LOG 5 �CIVMARs Sail into San Diego The 35 ships of the Military Sealift Command's Naval Fleet Auxiliary Force are the lifeline to U.S. Navy ships at sea. Providing fuel, food, ammunition, spare parts and other supplies, these vessels enable the Navy fleet to operate at top efficiency at all times. This fleet is composed of ocean tugs, fast combat support ships, oilers, ammunition ships and combat stores ships, as well as two hospital ships that are kept in a reduced operating status. All are government owned vessels crewed by civil service merchant mariners (CIVMARs). The three vessels pictured on this page--the USNS Shasta, USNS Guadalupe and USNS Niagara Falls-are crewed for the Military Sealift Command by CIVMARS in the SIU's Government Services Division (which includes the old NMU). USNS SHASTA - The USNS Shasta (T-AE 33) is one of seven ammunition ships in the Military Sealift Command. The 564-foot vessel, whose area of command is in the Pacific, can sail at 20 knots. The Shasta was recently in voyage repair at 3200 Street in San Diego, where these two photos were snapped. Above, ABs Jaime Columna and Mike Goodman stand watch. Below, AB Evan Hastings has the run of the deck on a forklift truck. USNS GUADALUPE - Also in for minor repairs in San Diego when these photos were taken, the USNS Guadalupe (TA0-200) is one of 13 oilers in the Military Sealift Command fleet. Above, AB Maintenance Alf redo Bagtas works on deck. At left amid the repairs are (from left) AB John Albers, 2nd Assistant Engineer Mike Colpen and Pumpman Clarence Pearson. Notice Unlicensed Apprentice Program For individuals interested in attending the unlicensed apprentice program at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education, please note that there has been some misinformation, particularly via messages on the world wide web about the school's apprentice program. To qualify for the program applicants must be at least 18 years of age (or 17 years of age with parental consent). This requlrement USNS NIAGARA FALLS - As one of six combat stores ships in the Military Sealift Command fleet, the USNS Niagara Falls (TAFS 3) provides supplies to U.S. Navy ships at sea, including fresh, frozen and chilled food; dry provisions; repair parts; clothing; and mail. Working on deck is Bosun's Mate Robert Sanchez. No Worries on the Cape Gibson is necessary to comply with Coast Guard regulations. There is no upper age limit for individuals wish· ing to participate in the program. The program provides training for entry·levet positions, and includes practfoal work on a vessel. The program is physically rigorous. Teamwork is stressed and apprentices live in open-berthing dormitories and take meals together. Applicants must be able to meet certain physical requirements, specified by United States Coast Guard regulations and maritime industry standards. tf you are interested in attending the school, please call (301) 994-0010, ext. 5342~ or visit VJWW· seafarers.erg. School Completes Renovation Of New Hotel Building "This is probably one of the biggest accomplishments we've had at the school," said SIUNA President Michael Sacco at a ceremony Sept. 11 to open the new hotel on the grounds of the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md. Helping cut the ribbon to dedicate the building were SIUNA Secretary-Treasurer David Heindel, Plans Administrator Lou Delma, Paul Hall Center Vice President Don Nolan and SIUNA Trustee Michael DiPrisco, director of labor relations at Crowley Maritime. As vocational schooling becomes increasingly vital for Seafarers, the 94 single-occupancy rooms allow upgrading students to have their own room. Formerly an administration building, the new hotel is located behind the Paul Hall Library and Maritime Museum. The totally refurbished facility has many of the comforts of home. Three study carrels with computer stations are located in the lobby, and each room is internet-ready. There is a vending machine area on the main floor as well as a laundry room on each floor of the 3-story building. Additionally, the facility houses a main laundry for housekeeping staff. The as-yet unnamed building was scheduled to be "Hang loose" is the word from the galley gang aboard the Cape Gibson. Posing on deck for a group shot are Chief Steward Brian Cushing, Chief Cook Donna Moore, Chief Cook Susan Rafferty, Assistant Cook Danilo Ramos and SAs Mohamed Ali, Nasser Kassim, Fakhruddin Malahi, Nasser Sallahaldin and Mohsen Hubair. 6 Seafarers LOG , , Among the assets of the new hotel are an attractive courtyard (left) and well-furbished single-occulllll~~~~E:~Ztk=S::'.;J pancy rooms. At the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new hotel are (from left) Plans Administrator Lou Delma, SIUNA President Michael Sacco, Trustee Michael DiPrisco, Paul Hall Center VP Don Nolan and SIUNA Secretary-Treasurer David Heindel. ready for occupancy Oct. l (after the LOG went to press). The Paul Hall Center, in its continued quest to make U.S. merchant mariners the best trained in the world, also will soon start construction of classrooms for a small-arms firing course. The facility will include one indoor classroom, one outdoor classroom, restrooms, hand and eyewash stations, a weapons-cleaning station, and a protected vault to store firearms. The new building will be on the grounds of the fire fighting school. October 2002 �Left: Pictured aboard the USNS Bellatrix in New Orleans are (from left) Wiper Bill York, AB Arthur Machado (who is in charge of shipboard security), AB Samuel Spears and AB Harold Boone. Labor Mourns Zenga William F. "Willie" Zenga, retired business manager of Local 25 of the International Union of Operating Engineers Marine Division and retired vice president of the AFL-CIO Maritime Trades Department (MTD), passed away on Labor Day, Sept. 2, in West Palm Beach, Fla. He was 79. "He was a close and dear friend, going back to the old days," recalled SIU and MTD President Michael Sacco. "Willie was very active in organizing and he especially was active in promoting a dredging program for New York and New Jersey." MTD Vice President Ernie Whalen worked extensively with Zenga at Local 25. "I had the privilege of working with Willie Zenga for more than 17 years. In his 55 years of service to the Operating Engineers and to Local 25, he was a dedicated voice for the dredgemen," Whelan said. "Also, as business manager of Local 25 and as vice president of the MTD, he was an outspoken advocate for our nation's ports." Retired SIU Vice President West Coast George McCartney knew Zenga through maritime port councils and central labor councils. "He was a great guy, very sincere and dedicated," McCartney stated. Local 25 represents dredgemen, drillers and boat operators in 38 states. Zenga served as an official at Local 25 since its inception in 1959. Other than during his service in the U.S. Navy in World War II, he was active in the Operating Engineers since graduating from Dickerson High School in Jersey City, N.J. in 1939. "He did a tremendous amount of work to promote the maritime and dredging industries," noted SIU Vice President Contracts Augie Tellez. "He served on a number of key maritime committees in New York and New Jersey, and he was a tireless advocate for the membership." Donations in the name of Brother Zenga may be made to The American Heart Association for the State of Florida, P.O. Box 21475, St. Petersburg, FL 33742. Altair, Bellatrix Crews Serious About Security While maintaining a ship in reduced operating status (ROS) presents its own set of challenges that may differ from those aboard fully crewed vessels, at least one important thing is the same. "We are extremely serious about security," notes AB Arthur Machado, who effectively serves as the chief of security on the USNS Bellatrix, which is maintained in ROS alongside the sister ship USNS Altair in New Orleans. "We're on watch around the clock, we make rounds aboard the vessels and of course we check anyone and everyone who comes aboard." Operated by American Overseas Marine (AMSEA), the Bellatrix and Altair are known as fast sealift ships or SL-7s. They are part of the U.S. Military Sealift Command fleet of vessels that supports U.S. armed forces. Both vessels long ago were modified to provide roll-on/roll-off capabilities, along with helicopter handling and storage facilities. Bosun Tom Lister USNS Bellatrix In this March 1998 photo, MTD VP Willie Zenga (left) and President Michael Sacco (right) welcome the president of the AFLCIO, John Sweeney, to meetings in Las Vegas. SA Tonya Johnson, USNS Altair Each ship is roughly 946 feet long, 106 feet wide and can travel at 30 knots. The vessels left port last month to avoid rough weather. AB Arthur Machado and AB Hennie Haylock USNS Bellatrix Recertified Steward Norman Jackson of the Bellatrix and AB James Stimage of the Altair are quite stern when it comes to helping enforce the vessels' security policies. Liberator Crew Memorializes Brother Brooks NMU Pensioner Dudley "Doug" Brooks, 76, passed away April 10. In keeping with bis wishes to be forever at sea, the late mariners' ashes on June 24 were scattered from aboard the SIU-crewed Lykes Liberator. Conducted by Captain David A. Sulin, the services were held as the vessel made its way back to New Orleans from a voyage to Europe. "I waited until the return portion of our voyage to conduct the ceremony as I thought it only fitting that Doug should at least symbolically make one more ocean voyage," Captain Sulin said in a letter he wrote to Brother Brooks' widow, Mrs. Winfred Brooks, shortly after the services. Captain Sulin in Steward Leonard T. Benton stands before the remains of Brother Dudley Brooks (in wooden box), a family wreath and the Holy Bible at the start of the ceremony. October 2002 past years had been a shipmate of Brother Brooks, as had the Liberator's first assistant engineer, Robert Hale. The vessel's entire crew, excluding those who were on duty, joined them during the memorial service. Besides Captain Sulin and Hale, those taking part in the services included: ABs Joe Morgan, Jerry M. Devoe Jr. and Juan A. Cepeda, OS Frank Bennet, Electrician George W. Bieselin, Wiper Alexandro Tolnaci, DEU Norman Obehi, Chief Steward Leonard T. Benton, Chief Cook Leonard Archie, Chief Mate Jeffrey C. Bridges and Chief Engineer Jude Y. Petroski. Born Oct. 6, 1925, Brother Brooks joined the NMU on April 24 1945. The Youngstown, La. native first went to sea aboard the Augutem, a U.S. Army transport vessel. A member of the steward department, he sailed as a chief cook. Brother Brooks last worked aboard the Tillie Lykes and retired Oct 1, 1997. He lived in New Orleans. Captain David A. Sulin, front left, conducts the June 24 burial at sea services aboard the Lykes Liberator for Brother Dudley Brooks who passed away April 10. Also participating in the services were, from left, Chief Engineer Jude Y. Petroski, Steward Leonard T. Benton, Chief Cook Leonard Archie, First Assistant Engineer Robert Hale, and Wiper Alexandru Tolnaci. The USNS Altair (above) and its sister ship, the USNS Bellatrix, were built as containerships and later were acquired and converted by MSC. Remembering Brother Colantti As reported in the September LOG, Brother Robert Colantti, 55, passed away May 23. In accordance with his family's wishes, his remains were committed to the sea, on June 20 from aboard the CSX Hawaii. The shipboard memorial service included the reading of the Lord's Prayer, a moment of silence and the "Mariner's farewell salute," which was sounded on the ship's whistle. Those in attendance included Bosun Mark Trepp, Oiler Reinaldo Roman and Chief Cook Leopoldo Ruiz. Pictured above, friends and former shipmates remember Brother Colantti during a gathering in Elizabeth, N.J. before the Hawaii got under way. Brother Colantti sailed in the engine department and was a long time member of the shore gang. Seafarers LOB 7 �Seafarers came out in force to attend the Labor Day parade in Wilmington. Included in the group were Carey Heinz, Manuel Hernandez, Michael Fields, Mario Baja, Mauro Gutierrez, Maximino Dagoldol, Frank Cacayuran, Edgardo Basye, Rey Chang, James Boss, Robert Gilliam, Jesse Solis, Jesse Solis Jr., Dennis Coleman, Christina Middleton, Arthur Castro, Mark Wain, John Cox and Jeff Turkus. At left, AB Mark Wain chats with the Rev. Jesse Jackson, who came to show his support for the event. Above and at left: The Cape Isabel's angled ramp is lowered to load and unload vehicles. Payoff took place aboard the Endurance on arrival in Los Angeles. From the left are Chief Cook Enrique Garrido, AB Eduardo Malabad and GSTU Jaime Castillo. Steward/Baker Russell Beyschau begins preparations for his next creative cake aboard the Endurance. From Shipboard Fire to Barbecue Flames After the Endurance docked at the new Maersk Pier 400 facility, Seafarers got down to work. Clockwise from above are AB Standby Mario Baja and AB Standby Maximina Dagolpol; QEE Tesfaye Gebregziabher and Bosun Romeo Lugtu; and AB Standby Domingo Gordian and BREC Relief Mauro Gutierrez. In mid-June, a switchboard fire disabled the CSX Expedition on a run from Tacoma, Wash. to Anchorage, Alaska. Nobody aboard the 670foot container ship was injured, and engine room personnel were able to make the necessary repairs on their own. The vessel's refrigerated cargo also suffered no ill effects since it was protected by auxiliary generators. The Expedition pulled into Anchorage just a day later than scheduled and was warmly welcomed with a dockside barbecue for the crew. Above, ABM Cleofe B. Castro (who sent these photos to the LOG) stands near the grill. At left, crew members and appreciative representatives from CSX join in the cookout. B Seafarers LOS Left: When a tall ship from Ecuador entered the port of Los Angeles recently, it was escorted by the Crowley assist tug Admiral. The tall ship-a training vessel for mariners in Ecuador-was in the area to take part in a sailboat race from San Francisco to Los Angeles. October 2002 �With the Crew on,the Rover These photos were taken during a shipboard meeting while the Rover was en route,to New York from Israel. Once the Intrepid Smp Management vessel arrived in New ¥:9r,k and completed a payoff, these picture$ ~e~"tumed over to an SIU representative for iiiCl\lsion in the LOG. ~ Left; Ta/{jng part in the union meeting aboard the Rover, an Intrepid Ship Management vessel, are, from /eft1 AB David Wright, OMU Walter Bagby and AB James Shepard. Seated in the ship's mess hall during the meeting are (from left) Wiper James Castillo, SA Yelena N. J~qsar and AB Richard O'Brien. F"'..,......'i M~~'°'~;<;~;"\;:.;:''~"~ Right: Regular shipboard meetings/flfe a way for crew ers to find out a t is$ues that may t their livelihood. From the left are OMU Cornelius Cade Jr., ABJ. Grayson and AB Richard Thomas. Chief Steward Fernando Guity, Chief Pumpman William Stone and Bosun John Habib fill out the ship's minutes form to send to headquarters. Tidying up the galley before the Rover's arrival in port is Chief Cook Eduardo Elemento. Joseph Vitela, OMU aboard the vessel, takes on diesel fuel. Chief Steward Leslie Davis is proud of the variety of items in his salad bar. On gangway watch is AB Thomas Powe. October 2002 Chief Cook Mario Martinez (right) prepares the next meal while SA Dagoberto Norales looks on. When the Seabulk Mariner docked in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. , Recertified Bosun Ramon Castro prepared to discharge the cargo. Castro sent these photos to the Seafarers LOG Seafarers LOG 9 �Labor ·Secretary Real firms Administration Support For U.S. Merchant Marine U.S. Secretary of Labor Elaine L. Chao strongly reaffirmed the administration's backing of the U.S.-flag fleet when she addressed the SIUNA convention Sept. 12 in Piney Point, Md. Chao also lauded the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education (which hosted the convention), and credited SIUNA President Michael Sacco for his key role in promoting the U.S. Merchant Marine. "Recently, President Bush said that the Jones Act must be maintained," Chao noted. "The Jones Act is an essential element of U.S. policy that provides important economic and national security benefits to the nation, such as, among other things, maintenance of a labor base of skilled mariners. "As Secretary of Labor, let me assure you that this administration is committed to maintaining a labor base of skilled mariners as well as working with the seafarers to recruit the next generation of mariners .... I know that when we recruit these individuals, the SIU will be there to provide them with the necessary training." Chao said that President Bush's administration "is proud to call you partners in defending America's freedom and in strengthening America's economy .... It is because of your services that America sustains the strongest military force the world has ever known, and President Bush and his administration thank you for your strong sense of duty, patriotism and commitment." She also commended U.S. mariners for their response to the attacks of September ll, 2001. "In light of chaos and confusion, the seafarers did what you've always done when your country needed you, you answered the call for help. Because of this union and other maritime trades, over 160,000 people were evacuated from lower Manhattan and returned safely to their loved ones. There was no time for planning -your members instinctively sprang into action. Whether it's ferrying victims away from danger or protecting our waterways, the merchant marine indeed [is] America's fourth arm of the national defense. "I saw the spirit of sacrifice firsthand when I visited your fellow members in New Orleans and then joined a tour of the Bellatrix, an SIUcrewed vessel, where I was joined by (SIU Vice President Gulf Coast) Dean Corgey." Emphasizing her open-door policy, Chao noted, "There are no gatekeepers at the Department of Labor. We speak with everyone and we're Labor Secretary Elaine L. Chao presents SIUNA President Michael Sacco with a framed copy of her Maritime Day 2002 declaration hon-· oring U.S. mariners. pushing the president's energy .plan. It's a plan that's going to eliminate our nation's dependence on foreign oil. And we also want to create hundreds of thousands of good-paying jobs right here in America." Turning to the issue of port security, she stated, "You know what it's like, you know what's needed because you understand what it's like on the high seas. You know the dangers, you know the risks and you know the solutions to keep America's ports and especially the shipping sector safe and productive. And this administration will need your input as new safeguards are created and implemented." Continued on page 20 Maritime Union Presidents Advocate Continued Unity Michael McKay President, AMO 10 Seafarers LOS Unrelenting cooperation and commonality in political action are the avenues that must be taken if a strong U .S.-flag Merchant Marine is to be part of America's future landscape. This position was echoed repeatedly September 11 by the presidents from the three maritime officers' unions as they addressed the Seafarers International . Union of North America's convention at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md. Capt. Timothy A. Brown, of International Organization Masters, Mates & Pilots (MM&P); Ron Davis, Marine Engineers' Beneficial Association (MEBA); and Michael McKay, American Maritime Officers (AMO) each advised delegates and guests about the need to extend and expand the current Maritime Security Program, and the crucial necessity to preserve the Jones Act. Each also reflected on the tragic events of September 11, 2001 and how it forever changed America, especially the maritime industry. "The more I get to know your president, Mike Sacco, the more I appreciate his aggressiveness in pursuing the interests of your membership, whether it be new jobs, more types of jobs or influencing the congressional representatives in Washington to listen to the maritime guys," Brown told those in attendance. "Earlier this year Mike (Sacco) called a meeting and gave us his thoughts about what would happen to all of us if we were not able to get an extension of the current Maritime Security Program that is in place," he said. "Mike's vision is so very true. "From that point, we brought the companies in the picture, worked out some of the details and problems and then began the long process of convincing our friends in Congress that our battle was also America's battle," Brown continued. "Without a viable American Merchant Marine, America is at risk militarily and, even more ·importantly, America is at risk of being taken advantage of by our trading partners." To avoid such a state of affairs, Brown said, "All of us in maritime leadership positions believe that a new program is needed. We are all working toward a program that will include tax relief for sailors who sail internationally; reduction in tonnage taxes for American carriers; an elimination of the hated ad valorum tax, which only Americans companies pay; and, hopefully, a faster depreciation schedule for Americanbuilt vessels or new vessels built foreign but re flagged American." Davis concurred and reflected on the role leadership has played over the years to sustain the merchant marine. "As maritime leaders, each of us stands sentry ensuring that the merchant marine never becomes weak, but remains vigilant and strong," he offered. "Our nation will always need capable, professional merchant seamen to respond in a moment's notice." Davis said that in addition to the problems of national and international terrorism in the U.S., the labor movement-particularly maritime labor-faces many future challenges. He is confident, however, that the industry will overcome these obstacles. "Whether it's renewing the Maritime Security Program, advancing cargo preference laws or safeguarding the Jones Act, the MEBA is working together with the SIU and all of you to ensure our future," he assured. "With the SIU and MEBA coordinating efforts in unity and friendship, our future is bright." After reflecting on the appropriateness of the convention's theme (Leading the Way for Working Families), McKay said the SIUNA has been out in front and taking the lead in battling for the most important and worthy causes affecting working families since 1938. "As we all know, there are many people who neither know these needs, nor respect these values,' McKay warned. "In our industry we see their harmful influence in the growth of flag-of-convenience cargo and cruise ships worldwide; in the relentless political battles over cargo preference and the Jones Act and on other fronts ... We learned in a terrible way one year ago today, there are people in this world who have no values at all." Continued on page 20 SIUNA President Michael Sacco (center) congratulates Maritime Administrator Capt. William Schubert for a great motivational address, while SIU Executive VP John Fay looks on. Convention Speakers Stress Need For Revitalized U.S.-Flag Fleet cited the critical role played by merchant mariners to keep trade routes flowing as well as moving troops and Fred D. Mason Jr., president of . supplies following the terrorist the Maryland State and District of attacks of last year. But the terrorists Columbia AFL-CIO, acknowledged also taught us that we have to protect that the U.S. depends on foreign ourselves, she said. "You truly are countries for the steel that "is so vital our fourth arm of defense." to producing the arms that we need in In her closing remarks, Townsend order to be able to defend ourselves quoted from her uncle, John F. against even greater attacks," as well Kennedy: as the automobiles we drive. Flags of I really don ~ /mow why it is that foreign registry carry these goods to us, and that, in itself, is a threat to all of us are so committed to the sea, except I think it's" because the light national security, Mason stated. changes, and ships change, its He said there is a lack of transparency in registering ships and that because we all came from the sea. America needs to know which flags And it is an interesting biological fact are carrying the goods necessary for that all of us have in our veins the our daily living as well as for our exact same percentage of salt in our continued security. Mason declared blood that exists in the ocean, and, that this is a challenge for the entire therefore, we have salt in our blood, labor movement-and for the whole our sweat, and in our tears. We are courtry. ·"Seafarers demand and the tied to the ocean. And when we go citizens of this country demand a back to the sea, whether it is to sail vital, energized U.S. maritime fleet." or to watch it, we are going back As former ·deputy maritime from whence we came. "Each of you is tied to the sea," administrator, Labor Secretary Elaine L. Chao has a strong affinity with she said. "You are tied to the change maritime unions. She said that of life, you are tied to the fact that President George W. Bush agrees that nothing remains the same, except our the Jones Act must be maintained at values, which is to fight for working all costs, calling it "an essential ele- men and women ... which is to proment of U.S. policy that provides tect our country in times of need. You important economic and national do that; nobody does it better." Ernie Whelan, vice president of security benefits to the nation, such as, among other things, maintenance the AFL-CJO Maritime Trades of a labor base of skilled mariners." · Department and business manager of Chao presented Sacco with a local 25 of the Operating Engineers, framed copy of a Maritime Day stressed the need to "train and eduProclamation, recognizing and cate our members ' for today's everremembering the role merchant changing times." Very little progress, mariners have played in our country he said, would have been made in the area of education without coopera-and will continue to play. Kathleen Kennedy Townsend, tive efforts between management and lieutenant governor of Maryland, unions. Continued from page 5 Ot:lober 2002 �CHECKING IN Delegates and guests arrive at the auditorium of the Paul Hall Center. Directly below, SIUNA President Michael Sacco sounds the gavel, signaling the opening of the convention. Speakers addressing the convention praised the U.S. Merchant Marine and stated support for the working families' agenda. Below: Union Service Coordinator Valerie Lilja welcomes visitors to a booth highlighting programs available through Union Plus (formerly known as Union Privilege). EVERYONE PITCHES IN SIU Controller Maggie Bowen helps Unlicensed Apprentice Peter Rines prepare to escort guest speakers to the stage. Ot:taber 2002 Seafarers LOG 11 �Left: SIUNA President Michael Sacco notes that the U.S. Merchant Marine answered the call on September 11 and its aftermath. Below: SIUNA Secretary-Treasurer David Heindel (right) is congratulated by SIU Exec. VP John Fay on his election. Fay formerly served as SIUNA secretary-treasurer but did not seek reelection. ··~ .... ( . Ambrose Cucinotta Asst. VP, SIU Fred D. Mason Jr. President, Maryland State & D.C. AFL-CIO The Honorable Neil Abercrombie (D-Hawaii) Michael R. , McKay AMO President Ed Kelly Port Agent, SIU Ron Davis MEBA President Anthony McQuay Port Agent, SIU Capt. Timothy Brown MM&P President John F. Reinhart CEO, Maersk Line t Ltd. Capt. William Schubert U.S. Maritime Administrator William Donald Schaefer Comptroller, Maryland James Malone Port Agent, SIU Ernie Whelan VP, MTD The Honorable Kathleen Kennedy Townsend Lt. Governor, Maryland Orlando Diaz VP, UIW John J. Sweeney President AFL~CIO Rear Adm. David L. Brewer Ill, USN Commander, MSC 12 Seafarers LOB The Honorable Elaine L. Chao U.S. Secretary of Labor �.. Dean Corgey SIUNAVP Kermett Mangram SIUNA VP Nicholas J. Marrone SIUNA VP Joseph T. Soresi SIUNAVP Thomas Orzechowski SIUNA VP 1 STS m. Al Herberger Retired U.S. Maritime Administrator Nick Celona Asst. VP, SIU Charles Stewart VP, SIU Edd Morris Port Agent, SIU Thomas Walsh Jr. Rep./Organizer, IPTW Michel Desjardins Exec. VP, SIU of Canada Donna Walsh President, IPTW Carl Peth HQ Rep., SIU Amos Peters Retired VP, UIW Steve Judd Port Agent, SIU Gunnar Lundeberg President, SUP John Cox Port Agent, SIU Desiree Gralewicz Sec'y-Tresurer SIU of Canada Dennis Metz Port Agent, SIU Rebecca Sleeper Port Agent, SIU George McCartney Retired VP, SIU Roman Gralewicz President, SIU of Canada Steve Edney Retired Nat'I Director, UIW Elizabeth Brown Nat'I Coordinator, SEATU Theresa Hoinsky President, Fishermen's Union Jim Martin SIU Rep. Henry Disley President, MFOW Victor Nunez Port Agent, SIU Lou Delma Plans Admin., SIU Talmage Simpkins NMU/AFL-CIO Catina Sicoli Comptroller, SIU of Canada Bill Ellis VP,UIW Rene Lioeanjie SIUNAVP George Tricker Asst. VP, SIU Angus Campbell Retired VP, SIU Maritime Committee Bryan Powell Port Agent, SIU Donald Thornton Port Agent, SIU Eugene Irish Asst. VP, UIW Neil Dietz Port Agent, SIU Dave Connolly VP, SUP Seafarers LOB 13 �COMMITTEES • Committees consisting of representatives from the SIUNA affiliates met during the convention and carried out their assignments. Each committee reported on its work to the full convention. Whether providing credentials to the delegates, reviewing resolutions submitted by the member unions, or developing recommendations for rules by which to conduct the convention, the committees work to see that the event functions democratically and efficiently. RESOLUTIONS COMMITTEE - James Martin, Eugene Irish, Nick Celena, Dean Corgey (Chairman), Bryan Powell and James Malone. Dave Connolly, Robert Iwata, Orlando Diaz, Roman Gralewicz (Chairman), Anthony McQuay, Michel Desjardins, Ambrose Cucinotta and James McGee. CONVENTION ARRANGEMENTS & PUBLIC RELATIONS COMMITTEE - LEGISLATIVE COMMITTEE - Theresa Hoinsky (Chairman), Henri Franyois, Michel Galarneau, Kermett Mangram, Dennis Metz, Lonnie Partridge, John Spadaro and Charles Stewart. (Note: Not all are pictured.) John Fay, Donna Walsh (Chairman), Thomas Orzechowski, Elizabeth Brown, David Heindel, Donald Thornton and Joseph Soresi. AUDITING COMMITTEE - 14 Seafarers LOG OFFICERS' & AFFILIATES REPORTS COMMITTEE - Gunnar Lundeberg (Chairman), William Berger, Desiree Gralewicz, Nicholas Marrone, Joe Palacio, Benjamin Ross, Michael Sacco and Thomas C. Walsh Jr. (Note: Not all are pictured.) CREDENTIALS COMMITTEE - Augustin Tellez (Chairman), James Given, Steve Judd, Ed Kelly, Rene Lioeanjie, Herb Perez, Talmage Simpkins and Rebecca Sleeper. (Note: Not all are pictured.) Ot:lober 2002 �·spatchers' Report for ·neep Sea AUGUST 16 - SEPTEMBER 15, 2002 *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Port Algonac Baltimore Guam Honolulu Houston Jacksonville Mobile New Orleans New Yo* Norfolk Philadelphia Piney Point 1 6 3 7 28 33 17 17 23 18 3 1 9 3 3 2 5 0 2 0 8 22 5 18 12 14 5 21 20 2 4 3 6 0 1 7 9 2 2 19 29 26 236 15 3 Tacoma Wilmington 33 14 21 17 8 10 238 149 99 3 1 /\tgonae· - · Baltimore Guam i 1 3 1 0 0 10 17 8 4 12 4 5 21 4 11 11 11 1 0 0 0 5 9 o. 4 9 1 0 2 0 0 3 I3 0 1 11 1 2 4 1 13 9 102 15 7 110 3 0 l 0 0 3 2 7 14 24 3 4 8 7 2 3 2 0 3 4 4 0 4 0 6 0 0 0 I 1 0 1 148 47 24 0 0 0 1 1 7 4 8 6 43 Port Algonac Baltimore Guam Honolulu Houston Jacksonville Mobile New Orleans New York Norfolk Philadelphia Piney Point Puerto Rico San Francisco St. Louis Tacoma Wilmington Totals 7 ~21 5 3 5 3 24 2 15 10 Port . . ,..Algonac.. · Baltimore .Guam Honolulu Houston Jacksonville · Mobile . New Orleans 4 2 4 2 2 ... :New York Norfolk Philadelphia Piney Point Puerto Rico San Francisco St. Louis Tacoma · Wilmington Totals · Totals All Departments 17 21 5 6 6 17 6 19 11 10 0 1 0 0 9 3 4 8 12 4 5 6 1 13 46 59 24 29 56 2 8 8 7 4 4 19 5 5 1 0 8 3 9 1 0 19 32 3 7 3 16 13 135 2 2 3 37 53 16 7 93 40 416 4 7 2 ·2 l 14 13 36 2 39 23 ·8 0 ··- =--7 27 18 23 7 5 30 3 it 18 4 ·· 4 3 34 16 2 0 17 23 24 27 235 208 • • Piney Point ............. Monday: November 4, December 2 Algonac .................. Friday: November 8, December 6 Baltimore ................ Thursday: November 7, December 5 Boston ..................... Friday: November 8, December 6 Duluth .•...................... Wednesday: November 13, December 11 Honolulu ................. Friday: November 15, December .l3 Houston .. •............... Tuesday: November 12* Monday: December 9 (*change created by Veterans' Day holiday) Jacksonville ............Thursday: November 7, December 5 Jersey City ............... Wednesday: November 20, Decemberl8 Mobile .......••....•••.... Wednesday= November 13, December 11 ENGINE DEPARTMENT Port Honolulu Houston Jacksonville Mobile New Orleans • New York Norfolk Philadelphia Piney Point Puerto Rico San Francisco St. Louis Tacoma Wilmington 6 25 40 8 **REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C Trip Reliefs DECK DEPARTMENT 0 1 7 2 I 0 0 1 10 8 9 16 7 Puerto Rico San Francisco St. Loujs Totals TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C November & December 2002 Membership Meetings Deep Sea, Lakes, Inland Waters 4 0 1 0 0 3 .0 2 4 0 2 3 4 16 15 16 2 15 28 15 1 26 6 14 1 24 7 0 0 1 3 3 5 2 0 1 0 2 10 24 10 7 5 5 0 3 2 6 1 10 8 0 2 6 16 2 8 6 11 3 1 3 8 4 8 4 0 0 1 1 0 l 0 0 6 0 4 2 17 7 0 1 4 30 4 2 0 3 5 IO 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 2 7 4 30 5 17 20 3 3 2 0 6 2 2 1 2 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 17 l 17 10 131 4 0 0 1 0 1 29 New York................ Tuesday: November 5, December 3 12 0 Norfolk ........... ........ Thursday: November 7, December 5 6 16 5 Philadelphia ............Wednesday: November 6, December 4 0 27 13 10 9 St. Louis ................. Friday: November 15, December 13 184 188 84 Tacoma . .................. 0 0 l 2 0 2 0 14 23 7 29 7 6 9 5 1 1 9 5 13 2 4 6 9 3 0 8 13 5 4 0 0 0 0 7 .} 9 5 45 3 7 33 2 5 43 30 13 95 35 o, 0 4 0 0 '4 8 2 7 2 0 10 43 5 0 0 0 0 4 34 22 24 8 21 9 0 13 4 0 0 1 I 10 1 6 3 8 6 2 11 3 3 2 3 0 13 5 0 0 3 1 8 11 5 10 3 110 361 2 26 194 140 2 34 514 500 306 495 9 5 1 0 0 44 27 5 4 9 1 19 56 62 12 12 0 2 30 9 12 7 0 26 2 48 16 25 18 3 0 0 0 0 65 55 313 322 147 166 908 831 649 *"Total Registered" means the number of Seafarers who actually registered for shipping at the port. **"Registered on Beach" means the total number of Seafarers registered at the port. ·day: embe 22, ece er 2()., Wilmington ............... Monday: November 18, December 16 Eat:ll port's metJling starts at 10:30 a.m. Life Ring Stays Ashore AB Boyce Wilson designed and made a life ring for the Maersk Texas-with the help of a few other crew members. It was donated to a local restaurant in Sari Antonio, Chile that is regularly patronized by the ship's crew. The ring was greatly appreciated by all and hangs proudly in a conspicuous place for everyone to see. Frorri the left aboard the vessel are AB Frank Hedge (who sent this photo to the LOG), Bosun Johnny Zepeda, Chief Steward Donna Decesare, Wilson and Chief Cook Malcolm Holmes. It was taken on the Maersk Lines, Ltd. vessel during its run along the west. coast of South America (Panama, Colombia, Peru and Chile). 5 17 0 0 0 0 0 6. 5 San Juan .................. Thursday: November 7, December 5 2 2 253 6 10 11 3 7 21 14 2 San Francisco ......... Thursday: November 14, December 12 4 2 15 ENTRY DEPARTMENT 0 J .Q 0 0 0 0 l 0 2 0 0 . 2 2 2 Port Everglades .......Thursday: November 14, December 12 23 15 11 5 New Orleans ........... Tuesday: November 12, December 10 2 11 12 4 2 4 3 j) _ -~-· I 29 16 8 0 2 New Bedford ..........Tuesday: November 19, December 17 1 0 I 9 1 6 3 1 0 1 9 7 18 25 13 3 3 3 14 2 4 14 34 6 13 6 3 2 6 1 3 4 0 6 29 10 3 2 30 94 87 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 0 0 I 0 2 3 0 2 0 0 0 0 10 16 18 5 7 11 4 30 a){d~ews Sea~arers to the Send your stories. photos LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. Seafarers LOii Oatober 2002 • 15 �:N1'1U 1'1onthl31 Shipping A Registration Report • SEPTEMBER 2002 Michael Sacco, Presii:fent .John Fay, Executhte TOTAL REGISTERED AU Groups Group I Group Il Group Ill Pie~ Pr~i~etlt David Heindel, Secretarj..»~;tire,. TOTAL SIDPPED AU Groups Group I Group Il Group ill Trip Reliefs REGISTERED ON BEACH AU Groups Group I Group IT Group ill ,\ugusttn Telle%, Vice President CcQ,n/J'acts Tom Oruthowsld, PlcePmtdent Lakes and Inland Waters f'" ?\'~an Corgey, Plce Pre.rident Gulf Coast J. M1lnone, Vice President West CQO.St .N • Sorest Yice President Atlantic Coast Kermett Mangram~ President Government Senices t Lioe.njk, Pice President at Large Charles Stewart, Vice President at Large • • HEADQUARTERS Port Boston Houston Harvey, LA New York Norfolk San Pedro Tacoma Totals DECK DEPARTMENT 6 10 3 13 4 5 6 47 1 3 0 4 2 2 0 0 2 12 7 4 0 0 0 13 6 5 6 6 3 0 27 1 0 3 0 3 1 2 0 0 17 4 18 0 10 32 14 0 6 9 31 4 10 0 4 6 65 98 35 31 0 1 5 9 0 16 0 1 0 0 0 2 52Q}Auth Way. Camp Springs, MD 20746 (301) 899-0675 ALGONAC 520 St. Clair River Dr., Algonac, Ml 4800 l (810) 794-4988 ALTON 325 Market St., Suite B, Altonr IL 62002 (618) 462-3456 ANCHORAGE 721 Sesame St., #IC, Anchorage, AK 99503 (907) 561-4988 BALTIMORE 2315 Essex St., Baltimore, MD 21224 (410) 327-4900 Port Boston Houston 0 1 0 3 l 4 New York Norfolk San Pe-Oro 7 l 0 1 3 4 O- 0 l ff ,, 0 Tacoma 2 0 20 1 Totals l 6 4 10 5 6 14 0 0 0 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 3 4 2 Harvey, LA 4 16 0 6 19 0 5 0 0 0 5 7 '1 4 21 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 () 0 0 4 23 0 4 17 0 2 27 72 16 25 1 3 3 4 11 0 0 7 5 27 18 0 4 39 0 0 11 2 7 0 BOSTON 520 Dorchester Ave., Boston. MA 02127 (617) 269-7877 DULUTH Port 324 W. Superior St., Suite 705, Duluth, MN 55802 (218) 722-4 ll 0 Boston Houston GUAM P.O. Box 23127, Barrigada, Guam 9692 l 125 Sunny Plaza, Suite 301-E Tun Jesus Crisostomo St., Tamuning, Guam 96911 (671) 647-1350 New York Norfolk HONOLULU 606 Kalihi St., Honolulu, HI 96819 (808) 845-5222 Harvey, LA San Pedro Tacoma Totals STEWARD DEPARTMENT 3 4 0 4 5 1 0 17 0 1 8 0 0 5 6 2 4 3 0 5 0 0 0 10 11 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 10 0 5 3 17 1 2 25 66 55 3 16 26 0 1 2 56 0 6 0 HOUSTON 1221 Pierce St., Houston. TX 77002 (713) 659-5152 JACKSO VILLE 3315 Liberty St, Jacksonville, FL 32206 {904) 353-0987 JERSEY CITY 99,M'ontgomery St., Jersey City, NJ 07302 ' (201) 435~9424 MOJlll.E 1640 Dauphin Island Pkwy, Mobile, AL 36605 (251) 478-0916 NEW BEDFORD 48 Union St., New Bedford, 1v;!.A ()2/40 Port ENTRY DEPARTMENT Boston 2 3 0 1 0 4 3 2 0 Houston 8 3 0 3 7 Harvey, LA 0 2 0 6 2 3 2 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 4 0 0 1 3 0 0 65 0 0 0 9 6 0 0 2 New York Norfolk San Pedro 0 Tacoma 0 Totals 9 16 19 13 0 5 93 39 39 76 3 15 4 4 21 19 6 41 0 1 33 18 3 ~8 49 22 22 112 169 132 139 348 275 259 0 (508) 997-5404 NEW ORLEANS 3911 Lapalco Blvd., Harvey. LA 70058 (504) 328-7545 NEW YORK 635 Fourth Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11232 (718) 499-6600 Government Services Divisioci: (718) 832-8767 NORFOLK IJS Third SL, Norfolk, VA 23510 (757) 622-1892 2~04 PffiLADELPHIA S. 4 St., Pbilll~lphia, PA \!H48. (215) 336-3818 PJNEVPOINT P.O. Box 75, Piney Point, MD 20674 (301) 994-0010 POR'f EVERGLADES 1221 S. Andrews Ave., Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33316 (954) 522-7984 SAN FRANC1SCO 35Q Fremont St., San Francisco, CA 94 J05 (415) 543-ms Government Services Division: (415) 861-3400 SANTURCE 1057 Fernandez Juncos Ave., Stop 16 Santurce, PR 00907 (787) 721-4033 ST. LOUIS 4581 Gravois Ave., St. Louis, MO 63116 (314) 752-6500 TACOMA 34I1 So'1th Union Ave., Tacoma, WA 98409 (253) 272· 7774 WILMINGTON 510 N. Broad Ave., Wilmington, CA 90744 (310) 549-4000 16 Seafarers LOG Totals All Departments PIG-FROM-THE-PAST When Retiree Phil Rosenstein of Corpus Christi , Texas was the bosun aboard the SS Gulf Service back in December 1961, the Gulf Oil Co. tanker came upon a stranded 34-foot fishing boat, the SigmaX, which had been adrift for eight days in the Gulf of Mexico. There were 1O Cuban fishermen aboard, whom they rescued. With the help of the chief steward, who spoke Spanish, Rosenstein interviewed the men and found out they had fled Fidel Castro's Cuba and were headed for the coast of Florida. But their engine broke down and they drifted for days, constantly afraid of being picked up by Cuban gunboats. Rosenstein (in the center, posing with two of the 1O rescued men in front of their salvaged boat) said he corresponded with two of the refugees, who moved to Houston, but has since lost track of them. He thought perhaps someone might recognize them from this picture. It was the fifth rescue at sea performed by the NMU-crewed tanker in a 10-year period. October 2002 �Welcome Ashore • Each month, the Seafarers LOG pays tribute to the SIU members who have devoted their working lives to sailing aboard US.-flag vessels on the deep seas, inland waterways or Great Lakes. Listed below are brief biographical sketches of those members who recently retired from the union. The brothers and sisters of the SIU thank those members for a job well done and wish them happiness and good health in the days ahead. A recertified bosun is among the 11 Seafarers who are announcing their retirements this month. Bosun Abad Calero completed the highest level of training available to members in the deck department at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md. Including Calero, seven of the retirees sailed in the deep sea division, one plied the Great Lakes and three navigated the inland waterways. Five of the retirees worked in the deck department, three shipped in the engine department and three sailed in the steward department. On this page, the Seafarers LOG presents brief biographical accounts of the retiring Seafarers. DEEP SEA ELIAS C. BUNDA, 64, hails from the Philippines. Brother Bunda joined the Seafarers in 1997. He is a retired veteran of the U.S. Navy, having served from 1960 to 1980. The steward department member worked primarily aboard vessels operated by l..:i<.J._i\)~e1r11·~an awaii Cruises, including the Independence. Brother Bunda makes his home in Vacaville, Calif. ABAD CALERO, 61, began his SID career in 1972 in New Orleans. Born in Puerto Rico, he enhanced his skills at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md. on several occasions and completed the bosun recertification course in 1994. In addition to shipping as a bosun in the deck department, Brother Calero also worked in the engine and steward departments. He last went to sea on the SeaLand Crusader. Brother Calero makes his home in his native commonwealth in the city of Isabel a. HUGO DERMODY, 53, started his career with the Seafarers in 1977 in the port of New Orleans. Brother Dermody's initial oceangoing voyage for the SID was aboard Westchester Marine's Ultramax. Born in Guatemala, he worked in the deck department. Brother Dermody last shipped on the Robert E. Lee, a Waterman Steamship Corp. vessel. He makes his home in Jefferson, La. HUGH DILLON, 68, began his SID career in 1984 in San Francisco. Brother Dillon first shipped aboard Delta Steamship Lines' Santa Maria. Born in Jamaica, he worked in the deck department. Brother Dillon last Ot:tober 2002 went to sea on the Sea-Land Spirit. He is a resident of Punta Gorda, Fla. MATTHIAS SOLDIERER, 65, was born in Germany. He started his career with the Seafarers in 1963 in the port of New York. Brother Soldierer's initial sea voyage was aboard the Marine, a United States Shipping Co. vessel. He worked in both the engine and deck departments during his career and last sailed on the SeaLand Independence. Brother Soldierer calls Long Beach, Calif. home. GEORGE WILLIAMS, 64, joined the Seafarers in 1968 in the port of New York. The Virginia-born mariner first went to sea aboard the Steel Navigator, operated by Isco, Inc. Brother Williams worked in the engine department and last sailed on Alice Tankship's Overseas Alice. He makes his home in Brooklyn, N.Y. NAGI M. ZOKARI, 67, was born in Yemen. He joined the Seafarers in 1977 in the port of New York. Brother Zokari's initial SID voyage was aboard the Cantigny, an Interocean Management Corp. vessel. A member of the steward depart- · ment, he last worked on Tyco 's Long Lines. Brother Zokari lives in Brooklyn, N.Y. GREAT LAKES JAMES W. KUCHNICKI, 64, launched his career with the Seafarers in 1987. Born in Alpena, Mich., he served in the U.S. Navy. The deck department member worked primarily aboard vessels operated by Inland Lakes Management, Inc. His initial voyage was on the Steel T. Crapo. He last sailed on the Paul H. Townsend. Brother Kuchnicki still resides in Alpena. INLAND RODGER ALLBRITTON, 57, started his SID career in 197 6 in the port of Houston. Boatman Allbritton served in the U.S. Navy from 1966 to 1969. The Shreveport, La. native worked primarily aboard G&H Towing vessels and shipped in both the engine and deck departments. Boatman Allbritton lives in Lake Jackson, Texas. WEBSTER DUBROC, 64, joined the Seafarers in 1976 in New Orleans. Boatman Dubroc is a native of Louisiana and shipped in the engine and deck departments. He worked primarily aboard Crescent Towing & Salvage Co. vessels. Boatman Dubroc makes his home in Saucier, Miss. DONALD LEE JONES SR.,'61 began his career with the SIU in 1975 in the port of Norfolk, Va. A veteran of the U.S. Army, Boatman Jones served honorably from 1958 to 1972. The Virginia native worked primarily aboard vessels operated by Allied Towing Co. Boatman Jones shipped in both the steward I and engine departments. He resides in Camden, N.J. Editors Note: The following brothers and sisters, all members of the former NMU and participants in the NMU Pension Trust, recently went on pension: William Bacon, 65, engine department John Blair, 67, deck department Robert Bruno, 78, deck department (Bosun) Ancel Connor, 55, deck department Antonio Fonseca, 65, steward department Mack Little, 75, steward department Booker Oliver, 76, deck department Earnest Perry, 65, engine department Abdo Sharif, 64, deck department Paul Stephens, 71, deck department A Well-Deserved Retirement After 36-plus years in the NMU and shipping out of eight different union halls from coast to coast, Tyrone "Pat" Patrick is pleased to receive his first retirement check. Patrick started sailing in May of 1966 from the port of New York and completed his sailing career in August 2002, also in New York. He worked for many companies over the years, most recently with Nicholas Bachko and was happy about the SIU-MNU merger agreement. Originally from the Boston area, Patrick now makes his home in northwest Florida. signed the Merchant Marine Act of 1970. This Act, which incorporated many provisions 1939 backed by the Seafarers International Union On Wednesday, October 2, 1939 in had passed both houses of Congress-by·sub.. Savannah, Ga., delegates from the Atlantic, stantial majorities before tt was sent Gulf and Great lakes Districts met for the pur~ Pres~dent. ~ixo!-1 fo~ hif signature•.President. "·~·~e of (iraftfng. a ~onstituti " th~..Seafarers . Nixpn said tht. ~iff m~r~ed the beginning fot+a; "tntemationaf -Uriion: ln.atf4'.f ·.·. on tfieb~ic --new era for the .tirottbfe9 ,maritfme industry .a~£t ; tion, ··wes·"«r;b¢·· y.b~d- oo·· intlU<letl' the '°' yopened the prosp~~·.q(reVjtalization of the . .:: '": : ~ .- . ... ng rules, hospi~J~,~;· · ·. · ,...,; ,., ,:. ';v '<· ·- · ':.i:/µ.,~,r~~i, maritime -·:and strike · :ft~eb . ' .·-;. ,. :."a' nd a cons. TU . Thfbili'wlfi'b~beijt amendment th .fn. 1~.fn SIU men more than vided that in 0 others by means of itS' become a me : provision to construct man must be a. 1~ .f .f ' A 300 new ships for the The constitution foreign trade in the adopted by a vote of next 10 years. The _1,225 in favor: .". . .. _ ., bulk of those 300 t 80 opposed. Th.~' . on the constitutional ships will go to SIU-contracted companies.. L~.m.e.~2?J.l;!n.t,, :~r~"~~t:! ':·:·~;Jules and ih~ ~e~­ <tttent.f.Hkew.fse,. carnet1:. b · : . la e maJ"orities~' ·· . <.::. ::::.::-.::. ·::,:. . ,. .,·~:::..,.'·'"''·"· .,.,;,::::'.::/.=''"··'··'"·''/·'·'"' ': · "Y.L~.· rg . ' .: :,:. ··;,+h~ contribution of American merchant 1952 mariners to their country, in war and In the Seafarers and their children will have an oppor:- pursuit of peaceful commerce, was finally rectunity to get a four~year college education, free ognized in a ceremony which marked the of charge, under a new plan proposea by the unverting of a New York Qty memorial depictSIU and approved by the trustee§ Q(. tlle ing surviving World War lJ seamen aboard a life Seafarers Welfare PJan•.BeginningWith the fall raft. During the ceremony, an honor guard of :-:i~rm:of t 953, four.·mideo.t.$ ye°aHy will receive 23 World War II veteran seamen marched out )fuil·;. :¢.9H~ge scho~a~ljJP.f9f-' $l;5bQ a year for onto the breakWater and stood at attention as a foufy~~rs, good at any;.r~~pgniZtd (Ollege or 144~pound time capsule containing the names unjv.~~J!Y in the U.S. ·and·: @r= any course select.;_;- of the 6,775 mariners who died in WWII was ed. M;oneyalready has been ~set aside by the lowered into the bow of the life raft. Taps was trustees for the scholarship fund to cover the played and a New York Qty fireboat unleashed next four years. a stream of red, white and blue water. This is the first scholarship plan in maritime and Among the honor guard members was SIU one of the few union scholarship plans in the pensioner George Alexander, the only one of U.S. The union scholarship will be enough in the veteran martners present at the ceremony practically all cases to cover aJI tuitions and fees to have served in both World War I and WWII .. and still leave money for ample monthly subsis- The 98-year..old veteran steward department tence payments. member, reflecting on the simple but moving ceremony, said of the recognition of merchant mariners, "It was a long time in coming,·but 1970 . when it did happen, it was beautiful." On October 21, 1970, President Nixon Reprinted from past issues of the Seafarers LOG to TUJS MO, .. JM SJU H'•STi0.1ay ...:. Seafarers LOS 17 �final Departures • DEEP SEA under the SIU colors on the York- mar, a Calmar Steamship Corp. ves- DANIEL BOWLER Brother Daniel Bowler, 77, died June 21. He started his career with the Marine Cooks & Stewards (MC&S). Brother Bowler shipped in the steward department and worked primarily aboard vessels operated by States Steamship Co. He made his home in Richmond, Calif. ROBERT DRAKE Pensioner Robert Drake, 88, passed away July 16. Brother Drake started his career with the MC&S. Born in Kentucky, he shipped in the steward department. Brother Drake started receiving bis retirement stipends in 1976 and made his home in Santa Clara, Calif. BOB FERNANDEZ Pensioner Bob Fernandez, 82, died July 31. Brother Fernandez joined the Seafarers in 1959 in San Francisco. The i;::::..~z:...L.~~"-""'-..J U.S. Army veteran first sailed aboard Delta Steamship's Santa Maria. Brother Fernandez shipped in the steward department and last worked on the President Polk. Born in the Philippines, he started receiving his pension in 1981. Brother Fernandez resided in Virginia Beach, Va. OSCAR FIGUEROA Pensioner Oscar Figueroa, 79, passed away June 16. Brother Figueroa joined the Sill in 1943 in the port of Norfolk, Va. Born in Puerto Rico, Brother Figueroa shipped in the steward department. He last worked on a Sea-Land vessel and began collecting retirement pay in 1981. Brother Figueroa made his home in Orlando, Fla. Brother Napoleon Gavin, 78, passed away June 7. He began his career with the MC&S in 1972 in Seattle. The .__.-..;s.;:.c.~oE....-"""---'-- steward department member worked primarily aboard American President Lines vessels during his career, including the President Jackson. Brother Gavin was born in Mobile, Ala. He made his home in Seattle. HAROLD GRADY Pensioner Harold Grady, 91 , died June 14. Brother Grady joined the Seafarers in 1955 in the po rt of New York. He was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps, serving from 1930 t 0 1934. Brother Grady first sailed 18 ( Seafarers LOG sel. The Montana native shipped in the engine department and last went t o sea aboard the Sea-Land Galveston. Brother Grady began collecting compensation for his retirement in 1976 and made his home in san Francisco. J AMES HOLMES Pensioner James Holmes, 77, passed away June 14. Brother Holmes started his career with the MC&S. Born in Wiens, Ark., he shipped in the steward department. Brother Holmes began receiving stipends for his r etirement in 1974 and lived in seattle. '""' JESSIE JAMES Brother Jessie James, 57, died July 18. He began his SIU career in 1966 in the port of Mobile, Ala. Born in Alabama, Brother , James worked m the steward department. His last voyage was aboard the Keystone State, a Pacific Gulf Marine, Inc . vessel. Brother James lived in his native state in the city of Mobile. ---~,,.,...,,~-.. JOHN LATIMER ~---~.................., Pensioner John Latimer, 91 , passed away June 17. Brother Latimer joined the Seafarers in 1951 m New Orleans. Born in Garrison, Texas, he worked in the engine department. Brother Latimer last sailed aboard the Sea-Land Venture. He began receiving his pension in 1976 and resided in Baytown, Texas. ROY LEE Pensioner Roy Lee, 76, died July 15. Brother Lee launched his career with the Seafarers in 1947 in the port of New York. He served in the U.S. Army from 1951 to 1953. His first ship was the Alcoa Puritan. Born in Bradley County, Tenn., Brother Lee worked in the engine department. He last worked on the Overseas Artie, an Overseas Bulk Tank Corp. vessel. Brother Lee began receiving stipends for his retirement in 1982. He lived in Cleveland, Tenn. PETER MAZZITELLI Pensioner Peter Mazzitelli, 75, died June 17. Brother Mazzitelli began his SIU career in 1953 in the port of New York. His first ship was the Steel Fabricator, operated by Isco Inc. The New York-born mariner shipped in the steward department and last sailed aboard Westchester Marine's Charleston. Brother Mazzitelli began collecting compensation for his retirement in 1992. He made his home in Gainesville, Texas. ~---------, OTIS McGAFFEY Pensioner Otis McGaffey, 86, passed away July 19. Brother McGaffey started his career with the MC&S . The Texas-born mariner worked in the steward department and began receiving his pension in 1973. Brother McGaffey called Inglewood, Calif. home. shipped in the deck department. His final Pensioner William O'Brien, 76, passed away June 24. Brother O'Brien began his career with the Seafarers in 1951 in the port of New York. The Massachusettsborn mariner served in the U.S. Navy. He first sailed on the Salem Maritime, an Interocean Management Corp. vessel. Brother O'Brien worked in the deck department and last went to sea on the Sea-Land Long Beach. A resident of Waveland, Mass., Brother O'Brien started receiving his pension in 1987. Pensioner Harold Stever, 78, died June 16. Brother Stever started his career with the Seafarers in 1943 in the port of Philadelphia. Born in North Whales, Pa., he first shipped on Isco Inc. 's Steel Apprentice. Brother Stever shipped in the deck department. He started receiving his pension in 1986 and made his home in Philadelphia. PAUL POWERS DONALD TAWWATER Pensioner Paul Powers, 71, died June 10. He joined the SIU in 1967 in the port of Houston. A military veteran, Brother Powers L--L--.::::i..io.~----' served in the U.S. Army from 1951to1953. His initial voyage for the Seafarers was on the Columbia Star, a Sea Transport Inc. vessel. Born in Oklahoma City, Okla., Brother Powers shipped in the deck department. He last sailed aboard Westchester Marine's Ultrastar. r state and began receiving compensation for his retirement in 1995. Brother Donald Tawwater, 44, passed away June 6. He joined the Seafarers in 1977 in the port of Piney Point, Md. Born in Texas, Brother Tawwater worked in both the deep sea and inland divisions. The deck department member last sailed on the Sea-Land Consumer. Brother Tawwater resided in Dickinson, Texas. BILLIE PRICE Pensioner Billie Price, 75, passed away July 28. Brother Price began bis career with the Seafarers in 1947 in Pennsylvania. The Edgecombe, N.C. native worked in the deep sea as well as inland divisions. Brother Price shipped in the deck department as a bosun and last went to sea on the Montpelier Victory. The Hertford, N.C. resident began receiving retirement stipends in 1983. ~---------, ROBERT REYMER Pensioner Robert Reymer, 77, died July 24. Born in Illinois, he began his SIU career in 1951 in the port of Baltimore. The :.......i_._;;:...;._._....i engine department member served in the U.S. Navy from 1945 to 1952. His maiden voyage for the SIU was on Ore Navigation's Oremar. Brother Reymer last went to sea on the Houston, a Sea-Land Service vessel. He began receiving his pension in 1990 and was a resident of Hagerstown, Md. RICHARD SPENCER Pensioner Richard Spencer, 77, passed away June 7. Brother Spencer began his career with the Seafarers in 1946 in New Orleans. The U.S. Army veteran first sailed for the SIU on a Delta Steamship vessel. Born in Washington state, he s.c. JOSEPH ZESCIDTZ WILLIAM O'BRIEN L____ _ _ _ ___, collecting his pension in 1987 and was a resident of North Augusta, n r Vasquez, 91 , died July 17. ~ Brother Vasquez ~ began his SIU career in 1953 in New Orleans. His initial voyage was on Waterman Steamship Corp.'s City ofAlma. Born in Chile, Brother Vasquez shipped in the engine department. He last went to sea on the Sea-Land Finance. A resident of San Francisco, Brother Vasquez started collecting stipends for his retirement in 1980. LONNIE WALKER Brother Lonnie Walker, 58, passed away June 24. He joined the Seafarers in 1991 in the port of Mobile, Ala. A military veteran, Brother Walker served in the U.S. Navy from 1961 to 1964. He first shipped aboard Bay Ship Management's USNS Bellatrix. The Alabama-born mariner worked in the engine department. His final trip to sea was aboard the Overseas New Orleans. Brother Walker made his home in Harvey, La. CLINTON WEBB - - - - - - - - . Pensioner Clinton Webb, 77, died July 1. Brother Webb started his career with the Seafarers in 1946 in the port of New York. Born in Wheeling, W. Va., he shipped in the engine department. Brother Webb began Pensioner Joseph Zeschitz, 85, passed away June 19. Brother Zeschitz started his career with the Seafarers in 1951 in the port of New York. His initial SIU voyage was aboard the Del Mundo. Born in Hoboken, N.J., Brother Zeschitz shipped in the engine department. He last went to sea aboard Sea-Land Service's Seattle. Brother Zeschitz started receiving his pension in 1982. He resided in Hoboken. GREAT LAKES RONALD KRUG Pensioner Ronald Krug, 65, died June 7. Brother Krug began his SIU career in 1961 in Cleveland. He fust worked on a vessel operated by Erie Sand Gravel Co. Brother Krug was a member of the deck department and last shipped aboard a Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Co. vessel. He started receiving compensation for his retirement in 1998 and lived in Ohio. JOHN McGREEVY Pensioner John McGreevy, 79, passed away . uly 0. Brother Mc started his career with the Seafarers in 1960 in Detroit. Born in WilkesBarre, Pa., he shipped in the deck department. Brother McGreevy worked primarily aboard vessels operated by Great Lakes Associates, Inc., including the Seniority Men . He started receiving his pension in 1987 and lived in Ashley, Pa. INLAND GERVASE BARTHOLMEY Pensioner Gervase Bartholmey, 69, died June 19. He started his Sill career in 1966 in St. Louis. Born in Stacyville, Iowa, Boatman Bartholmey was a veteran of the U.S. Navy. A member of the deck department, he sailed as a captain. Boatman Bartholmey worked primarily aboard G&H Towing Co. vessels and staned receiving his pension in 1988. He lived in Galveston, Texas. ARTHUR BRYANT Boatman Arthur Bryant, 60, passed away June 11, 2001. He joined the Seafarers in 1967 in the port of Houston. The deck department member worked primarily aboard Higman Barge Lines, Inc. vessels. Boatman Bryant was a resident of Buna, Texas. SAMMIE BUSH SR. Pensioner Sammie Bush ~ Sr., 68, passed away June 21. Boatman Bush began his career with the Seafarers in 1981 in the port of Mobile, Ala. Continued on page 20 October 2002 �Digest of Shipboard Union Meetings The Seafarers LOG attempts to print as many digests ot union shipboard minutes as possible. On occasion, because ot spate limitations, some will lie omitted. Ships minutes first are reviewed by the union's contract department. Those issues requiring attention or resolution are addressed by the union upon receipt of the ships' minutes. The minutes are then forwarded to the Seafarers LOG for publication. CHALLENGER (CSX Lines), July I-Chairman Roy L. Williams, Secretary Marvin T. St. George, Educational Director Joel C. Trotter, Engine Delegate Jose A. Quinones, Steward Delegate Donald L. Huffman. Chairman announced payoff July 5 in Jacksonville, Fla. and talked about increase in wages. Educational director urged crew members to take advantage of upgrading opportunities at Paul Hall Center in Piney Point, Md. Treasurer stated $40 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew requested pay voucher at payoff. Vote of thanks given to steward department for great job. COURIER (Intrepid Ship Management), July 7--Chairman David M. Graves, Secretary Johnnie B. McGill Jr. Chairman announced payoff July 10 in Houston. Secretary noted smooth voyage. Educational director reminded everyone to be aware of new shipping regulations and attend upgrading courses at Paul Hall Center. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew members requested patrolman talk with captain about keeping officers out of crew mess hall during meal hours to give assignments. 1st LT BALDOMERO LOPEZ (Amsea), July 24--Chairman William L. B , ecre ary l-!!!!!!'f'~B'Mrl?..r Bottin" o-, Edttcationa Director Ronald A. Ladd, Deck Delegate Eric Vonzell, Engine Delegate Laurence M. Croes, Steward Delegate Sarni Abdulla. Chairman spoke about importance of attending union meetings. Lots of interesting items are discussed to help crew members, including handouts related to taxes as well as upgrading opportunities at Piney Point. Secretary noted ship's fund is healthy. No beefs or disputed OT reponed. Steward department given hearty vote of thanks for job well done. Next port: Saipan. GREAT LAND (IUM), July 30-Chairman Timothy J. Fitzgerald, Secretary Antoinette M. Spangler, Educational Director Mohamed N. Alsinai, Deck Delegate Abraham M. Murray, Steward Delegate Mohamad M. Shibly_ Chairman asked crew members to read amendments to TIJM's harassment policy. He noted that internal audit with IUM went well and that accidents have been kept to low levels the past few years. Some disputed OT reported in the deck department; no beefs or disputed OT noted in engine or steward departments. New washing machine has been ordered. HMI BRENTON REEF (Seabulk Tankers), July 29-Chairman Dave S. Coleman, Secretary Luis A. Escobar, Educational Director James L. McDaniel, Engine Delegate Walter E. Garcia. Chairman announced arrival July 30 into Los Angeles port. Secretary suggested mariners take advantage of upgrading courses offered at Paul Hall Center. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Recommendation made to improve contract. Crew expressed desire to use e-mail, which was supposed to be set up several months ago. Clarification requested on oilers' pay rate. Octobe,. 2002 /TB NEW YORK (Sheridan Transportation), July 4--Chairman William K. Barrett, Secretary Robert E. Wilcox Jr., Educational Director John K. Bimpong, Deck Delegate James Harris, Engine Delegate Romeo Harriell. Chairman reminded crew members to separate plastic items from regular trash in order to expedite garbage handling. Secretary thanked crew for helping keep mess hall and common areas clean and orderly. Educational director advised members to take advantage of Paul Hall Center to upgrade skills. The school is a state-of-the-art facility and helps keep SIU Seafarers the best-trained mariners in the world. He also reminded everyone to check expiration dates on shipping documents and credentials. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Letter of clarification received from headquarters regarding previous question. It was read and posted. Request made for another washing machine due to additional riders. Next port: Philadelphia, Pa. KODIAK (CSX Lines), July 30-Chairman Michael Watson, Secretary Scott Opsahl, Educational Director Ronald C. Smith, Deck Delegate Sanford C. Klavano, Engine Delegate Ralph D. Thomas, Steward Delegate Sam Y. a sem. Chairman announced payoff July 30 in Tacoma, Wash. He thailked crew for great run. He also noted that with tightened security, merchant mariner's documents are sometimes requested at security gates for identification purposes. He advised crew to keep these documents in a safe place when carrying them. Fanny packs are a prime target for thieves. Secretary thanked everyone for helping keep pantry and mess hall clean_ He reminded crew that steward department members live on same deck as galley and mess halls, so try and keep noise down at night. Steward thanked Chief Cook Kassem and GSU Leroy Jenkins for jobs well done. Educational director reminded crew to keep all shipping documents (STCW, TRB, clinic card, etc.) up to date. No beefs or disputed OT reported_ Crew members asked to keep door to crew laundry open so that smoke detector does not go off due to humidity. Steward department thanked for job well done. LIBERTY SEA (Liberty Maritime). July 28--Chairman Marvin P. Zimbro, Secretary Thomas D. Kreis, Educational Director Jimmy Sabga, Deck Delegate Reynaldo Gonzales, Engine Delegate Mohsen M. Said. Chairman announced vessel will load grain for port in Africa following payoff Aug. 5 in New Orleans_ Steward asked that anyone needing new mattress should let him know when trip begins so it can be ordered. He also requested that those leaving ship get clean linens for next crew member. Educational director advised mariners to make use of educational facilities at Piney Point to upgrade skills and job security. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Communication received from headquarters in response to question about fresh milk. Requests made for toaster for crew mess and cold drink machine. Vote of thanks given to steward department for great job. MAERSK TEXAS (Maersk Line, Ltd.), July 30--Chairman John M. Zepeda, Secretary Donna M. Decesare, Educational Director Joseph H. Brown, Deck Delegate Boyce E. Wilson, Engine Delegate Robert W. Lindie, Steward Delegate Malcolm C. Holmes. Chairman announced payoff Aug. 1 in Balboa, Panama. Secretary thanked his department, especially Malcolm Holmes and Bob Lindie, for all their help. He also asked that everyone pitch in and help keep common areas clean. Educational director stressed importance of upgrading at Paul Hall Center. He also advised crew to check all shipping documents for expiration dates, particularly noting that z-cards expire every five years. Recommendation made that movies sent by company should be put in movie locker immediately. Clarification requested on mixing of departmental duties. Request made for copy of standard freightship contract. Vote of thanks given to steward department for fine meals. MARINE COLUMBIA (ATC), July 28--Chairman Gregory L. Hamilton, Secretary Amy K. Rippel, Educational Director Glenn Barnes, Deck Delegate Pedro V. Ramos, Engine Delegate Rolando E. Bundang, Steward Delegate Patricia Geras. Bosun posted repair list and asked crew who are having problems with hot water to fill it out. Vessel is going into shipyard next month. Problems should be fixed at that time. Educational director talked about upgrading opportunities at Piney Point. He advised crew members to upgrade skills rather than wasting time. Treasurer stated $3 ,182 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew asked to keep noise to a minimum on 03 de ol · o . He also reminded them that all problems or issues should be discussed with departmental delegates or bosun, not topside. Next ports: Valdez, Alaska; Long Beach, Calif. NEW YORK (ATC), July 27Secretary Nancy S. Heyden, Educational Director Edward H. Self, Steward Delegate Rolando C. Callejas. Chairman noted orders for upcoming trip are Port Angeles for 24 hours before shifting to Cherry Point, Wash_ Bosun thanked riding gang for chipping and painting outside of house. Several crew members had requested their showers be painted. Paint was backordered and finally came in_ Secretary reminded crew to dog outside doors on crew deck, close elevator doors and protect furniture before sitting with wet clothing. Educational director urged mariners to support SIU and Paul Hall Center and upgrade at every opportunity. He also requested that movies be returned to officer's lounge when finished_ No beefs or disputed OT reported. Everyone asked to practice good seamanshiir-including keeping noise down_ Remember, someone is always off watch and might be trying to sleep. SEALAND ACHIEVER (USSM), July 14-Chairman Anthony Maben, Secretary Andrew Hagan, Educational Director Nicholas A. Viera, Engine Delegate Samuel M. Addo, Steward Delegate Ricky Carter. Chairman announced payoff July 22 in Houston, Texas. Steward reported upcoming replacement of crew mattresses and his attempts to negotiate with ven· dor for higher quality than originally specified. Seafarers reminded to clean lint tray in dryers. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Vote of thanks given to electrician for troubleshooting and repair of air condi- tioning system. Thanks also given to steward department for good chow. Next port: Charleston, S.C. OT in engine or steward department. Steward department given vote of thanks for good chow. SEALAND COMMITMENT DEVELOPER (USSM), August 4--Chairman Barry M. Carrano, Secretary Terry J. Smith, Educational Director Demarko L. Shoulders, Deck Delegate Arthur F. Saeli Jr., Steward Delegate David Camacho. Chairman asked all members to read Seafarers LOG, especially president's report. Educational director suggested everyone look at IDs and shipping documents to make sure they are still valid. Request made to check (USSM), July 21--Chairman Frank Lyle, Secretary Jerome Jordan, Educational Director Panagiotis C. Kanavos, Deck Delegate Gary L. Dates, Engine Delegate Romulo R. Gutierrez, Steward Delegate Luis M. Caballero. Chairman announced payoff July 28 in Houston. He thanked all hands for helping keep vessel clean. Educational director urged crew members to upgrade • Dining al Fresco on the Integrity Crew members aboard the USSM vessel Integrity take advantage of the beautiful July weather to enjoy a meal outdoors. The ship recently paid off in Elizabeth, N.J. skills at Piney Point and be sure STCW training requirements are satisfied. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Steward department given vote of thanks for job well done. SEALAND PRIDE (USSM), July 14--Chairman Jessie L. Thomas J.-.., retary L. Holland, Educational Director Christos Tsipliareles. Chairman announced payoff on arrival in Houston. Secretary stated stores will come aboard at that time. Educational director stressed need for all members to complete upgrading courses at Paul Hall Center. Treasurer stated $300 in ship's fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Thanks given to steward department for job well done. USNS SUMNER (DynMarine), July 21-Chairman John R. Wolfe, Secretary Isoline Major, Educational Director Edward J. Krebs, Engine Delegate Jerrol L. Jones, Steward Delegate Willie Toomer. Chairman noted our country is still at war against terrorism. He warned crew members to be careful when going ashore in foreign lands. He also advised everyone to stay off decks in bad weather. Secretary talked about showing consideration for fellow brothers and sisters aboard ship. Educational director reminded crew members to upgrade skills at Piney Point. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Vote of thanks given to steward department for great job. Next port: Sasebo, Japan. DEFENDER (USSM), August 4Chairman William J. Dean, Secretary Raymond S. Garcia, Educational Director Henry L. Paquin, Deck Delegate Benedicto Miranda, Engine Delegate Asher J. Liss, Steward Delegate John Bennett. Chairman suggested crew members check all shipping documents and make sure they' re current. Secretary noted smooth trip. Educational director thanked deck department for good job painting house and recommended everyone take advantage of educational opportunities available at Paul Hall Center. Beef reported in deck department; no beefs or disputed on distribution of new movies. Steward department delegate noted beef relating to disputed meals; no beefs of disputed OT in deck or engine department. Any beefs or problems aboard ship should go through proper SIU channels, not directly to captain or officers. _ Question raised about rate of reimbursement for transportation by car to join vessel. Next ports: Houston, Texas; Savannah, Ga.; Norfolk, Va_ LIBERTY WAVE (Liberty Maritime), August 5--Chainnan Rudy A. Santos, Secretary Frederick L. Washington Sr., Educational Director Roman J. Zarkiewicz, Deck Delegate Raymond L. Johnson, Engine Delegate Emmanuel M. Bayani, Steward Delegate Jorge A. Bernardez_ Chairman announced payoff on arrival in Stockton, Calif. He thanked steward department for helping keep ship clean and thanked two GUDEs for helping · support deck department. Secretary asked everyone getting off to straighten up rooms, turn in keys and clean and defrost room refrigerators. Educational director urged mariners to upgrade skills at Piney Point. Disputed OT reported by steward delegate; no beefs or disputed OT reported in deck or engine department. NAVIGATOR (CSX Lines), August 4--Chairman Werner H. Becher. Secretary Richard A. Riley, Educational Director Lawoo S. Shete, Steward Delegate Glenn A. Taan. Chairman announced arrival Aug. 6 in Oakland, Calif. with payoff same day. Then moving on to Long Beach. Everyone asked to keep doors locked in port and protect valuables. Chairman reminded members to clean rooms for next person reporting to ship. Educational director spoke about Paul Hall facilities for upgrading maritime skills. Some disputed OT reported in engine department; no beefs or disputed OT in deck or steward department. Discussion held about dogging hatches to engine room to keep out heat, dust and noise. Seafarers L06 19 �Latter to the Edkor (Editors note: the Seafarers LOG reserves ·the right to edit letters for grammar as well as space provisions without changing the writers intent. The LOG welcomes letters from members, pensioners, their families and ship-: mates and.will publish them on a timely basis.) Wall Street Clerical Workers. It was men like Paul Hall who gave us the highest standard of living in the world. Without them, the American worker today would be living the life of coolies. Peter Salvo Clarion, Pa. Remembering a Man Dedicated to Labor Thanks to Union For Great Medlcal Plan Paul Hall was one of the greatest union leaders of our time. He died in 1980 after being a member of the executive board of the AFL-CIO. Paul was greatly admired and respected for the leadership and courage he displayed. His strength and foresight will always serve as an example to those who strive to further the mission of the labor movement. My association with Paul Hall, years ago, was as a picket captain on the New York waterfront. We had to battle the commies and company goons, using steel helmets and garbage can lids for shields. Paul Hall helped many unions in distress, especially the The purpose of this letter is to express my gratitude to the union and to the Baltimore hall, especially Port Agent Dennis Metz. For the past year, I have been battling a rare and deadly form of cancer. I have survived at least five major surgical procedures, some lasting fourteen hours and with a recovery period of 30 days or more before I could even stand without the aid of crutches. I can't begin to describe the absolute physical and emotional devastation caused by the postoperative care such as chemotherapy and radiation. I fought hard and stayed positive to conquer this disease. However, the ... .. ... Chao Promises Support .. brunt of the success so far is owed to the union's medical plan, which has provided me with the level of expertise found at the Johns Hopkins Cancer Center in Baltimore When it was discovered, the cancer was in its final stage, and the outlook was bleak. Through the skill of the surgeons and my unwillingness to succumb, at last examination it does appear to have been arrested for the time being. I will never be able to repay the debt owed by me to the union, for the price is my very life. As for the quality of professionalism displayed by Dennis Metz and the invaluable assistance he has given me and my wife and children throughout this difficult emotional and financial hardship, I can't thank him enough. Mr. Metz was highly instrumental in securing Social Security disability benefits for myself and family as well as other requests made by me of him. Once again, I wish to declare my highest degree of gratitude to all parties concerned at every level and to very humbly thank you. Gerard T. Costello Dundalk, Md. President Sacco's long time friends-a label that I wear very, very proudly." Continued from page 10 Chao said that the educational opportunities available at the Paul Hall Center "demonstrate the Seafarers' serious commitment to the highest standards of training. They have earned the admiration of government agencies and shipping companies from around the world. I know- I hear it all the time." She recalled frrst meeting Sacco when she served as deputy maritime administrator. "He has always been a person that's welcoming of everyone. He always wanted to talk and listen and I really appreciated his friendship at a time when there were not very many women in the industry," Chao said. "His friendliness, his openness impressed me so deeply and I count myself as one of Final .,O~partµres Contfnuetlfrom page 18 The Alabama-born mariner shipped in the deck department and worked primarily aboard vessels operated by Dravo Basic Materials Co. Boatman Bush started collecting stipends for his retirement in 1996 and made his home in Jackson, Ala. JAMES CARR ------......--, Pensioner Jam.es Carr, 72, died June 30. He joined the SIU in 1967 in the port of Philadelphia. Born in Pennsylvania, .: " t ·;., · Boatman Carr served in the U.S. Army. A member of the deck department, Boatman Carr last shipped as a captain aboard an Allied Towing vessel. He st.arted receiving retirement compen'sation in 1998. Boatman Carr called Holmes Beach, Fla. home. DAVIDLOMOT Boatman David Lomot, 60, passed away June 14. He joined the Seafarers in 1998 in the port of Philadelphia. Boatman Lomot 1...-..a..----.~~'-'-'- shipped in the deck department and worked primarily aboard Maritrans Operating Co. vessels. A native of Staten Island, N.Y., he made his home in North Wildwood, N.J. ~---=--------, 20 Seafarers LOG Maritime Union Presidents Vow Continued Cooperation Continued from page 10 McKay concluded by saying that under Sacco's leadership, he believes the SIUNA will continue to promote the needs and values of working Americans at sea and ashore. He then CHARLES ROUSE Pensioner Charles Rouse, 96, died July 26. Boatman Rouse joined the Seafarers in 1965 in the port of Houston. The Texas-born mariner shipped in the engine department and sailed in both the inland and deep sea divisions. He last worked aboard a vessel operated by G&H Towing. Boatman Rouse lived in his native state and began receiving his pension in 1974. FRED THOMAS Pensioner Fred Thomas, 78, passed away June 3. Boatman Thomas launched his sru career in 1960 in the port of Houston. A L..;:flil!!!i!.c:tzZfilll.~2:1 veteran of the U.S. Army, he first worked for the Seafarers aboard a G&H Towing vessel. A captain, Boatman Thomas shipped in the deck department. He last worked on a Bay Houston Towing vessel and began collecting retirement compensation in 1991. Born in Blanconia, Texas, he resided in Houston. RICHARD TURNER Boatman Richard Turner, 47, died June 19. He joined the Seafarers in 1977 in the port of Jacksonville, Fla. The Georgia-born mariner worked primarily aboard Crowley Towing & Transportation vessels and shipped in the deck department. Boatman pledged his support and that of the AMO, saying, "I look forward to working with the sru to pursue our common political interests including expansion and extension of. the Maritime Security Program." Turner called Jacksonville, Fla. home. Editors Note: The following brothers and sisters, al/former members of the NMU and participants in the NMU Pension Trust, have passed away. Their names appear in alphabetical order with date . of death. The NMU was notified of their demise in August. Name Abbott, Horace Aitto, Ame Andersen, Henry Brown, Mirl Burtnett, Philip Burtnett, Philip Cadiz, William Carter, James Crutcher, William DaCruz, Henrique Damiens, John DeRoche, Marcus Diamond, Jensen Dubowsky, John Gill, Garland Holloway, Jimmie lgle ias, Manuel Jerez, Baltazar King, Billy Loving, John Lucin, Vincent Maldonado, Martin McDonald Melendez, Tomas Meola, Vincent Mertens, Clyde Mitchell, Julian Moberg, Paul Montelon, Salome Thomas, Madison Trusty, Lochiel Vela, Bernardo Villanueva, Enrico Williams, Charles Wilson, Samuel Zambelli, Jack Date of Death July 20 May 13 June 11 June 18 Feb. Feb. July July June 17 17 l0 18 1 July 15 July 4 June 26 July 13 July 11 July 10 June 4 June 23 June 17 June 9 June 29 June 30 July 12 July 16 July 21 July 6 July 11 June 18 June 22 July 16 July 2 May 18 July 4 June 9 June I July 19 Feb. 10 Know Your Rights FINANCIAL REPORTS. The Constitution of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District/NMU makes specific provision for safeguarding the membership 's money and union finances . The constitution requires a detailed audit by certified public accountants every year, which is to be submitted to the membership by the secretary-treasurer. A yearly finance committee of rank-and-file members, elected by the membership, each year examines the finances of the union and reports fully their findings and recommendations. 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/NMU 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. SHIPPING RIGHTS. A member's shipping rights and seniority are protected exclusively by contracts between the union and the employers. Members should get to know their shipping rights . Copies of these contracts are posted and available in all union halls. If members believe there have been violations of their shipping or seniority rights as contained in the contracts between th uni n and ployer , t y should notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mail, return receipt requested. The proper address for this is: Augustin Tellez, Chairman Seafarers Appeals Board 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to members at all times, either by writing directly to the union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which an SIU member works and lives aboard a ship or boat. Members should know their contract rights, as well as their obligations, such as filing for overtime (OT) on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If, at any time, a member believes that an SIU patrolman or other union official fails to protect their contractual rights properly, he or she should contact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY - THE SEAFARERS LOG. The Seafarers LOG traditionally has refrained from publishing any article serving the political purposes of any individual in the union, officer or member. It also has refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the union or its collective membership. This established policy has been reaffirmed by membership action at the September 1960 meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsibility for Seafarers 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. PAYMENT 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 circumstances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any 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 or she should not have been required to make such payment, this should immediately be reported to union headquarters. CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. 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 contents. Any time a 'm ember feels any other member or officer is attempting to deprive him or her of any constitutional right or obligation by any methods, such as dealing with charges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, the member so affected should immediately notify 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 discriminated against because of race, creed, color, sex, national or geographic origin. If any member feels that he or she is denied the equal rights to which he or she is entitled, the member should notify union headquarters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DONATION SPAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fund. Its proceeds are used to further its objects and purposes including, 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 condition of membership in the union or of employment. If a contribution is made by reason of the above improper conduct, the member should notify the Seafarers International Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the contribution for investigation and appropriate action and refund, if involuntary. A member should support SPAD to protect and further his or her economic, political and social interests, and American trade union concepts. NOTIFYING THE UNION- If at any time a member feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he or she has been denied the constitutional right of access to union records or information, the member should immediately notify SIU President Michael Sacco at headquarters by certified mail, return receipt requested. The address is: Michael Sacco, President Seafarers International Union 5201 Auth Way Camp Sp~ngs, MD 20746. October 2002 �SEAFARERS PAUL HALL CENTER UPGRADING COURSE SCHEDULE Engine Upgrading Courses Arrival The following is the schedule of courses at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md. from October through December 2002. All programs ate geared to improve the job skills of Seafarers and to promote the American maritime industry. Please note that this schedule may change to reflect the needs of the membership, the maritime industry and-in times of conflict-the nation's security. Students atten,ding any of these classes should check in the Saturday before their course's "start date. The courses listed here will begin promptly on the morning of dates. For classes ending on a Friday, departure reservations shou e made for Saturday. Seafarers who have any questions regarding the upgrading courses offered at the PauUiall Center may call the admissions office at (301) 994-0010. Course Date Date of Completion Oiler November 11 December 20 Welding October 21 Novembers November 18 December 6 Engine Utility (EU) Date of Completion Course Date Able Seaman October %8 ;:s" November 22 Automatic Radarllotting Aids* Oetober14 October 18 Arrival ""' "' Bridge Resource Management (BRM) - Inland October 25 November 15 November 11 December9 Tanker Familiadzation! Assistant Cargo (DL)* October 18 November 15 "·~;';"'\Detember October 14 October 25 Lifeboatman/Water Survival (one week) October 28 November 1 Specially Trained Ordinary Seaman November4 December9 November 15 December 20 . October 18 December? December 13 October 28 November l October 14 October28 November 18 October 18 November 1 November22 Deeemberl3 December20 December 13 Tankerman (PIC Barge* , 'e·Tighting) Basic Fire ·Fighting/STCW October 25 STCW Medical Care ProVider 13 · · Lifeboatman/Water S\lrvival ;(.: ~~~OS) . October 7 December% (*must have basicjJrefigltting) ·- December 13 ()ctober7 November4 December 2 GMDSS (Sim,ultitnr) Date of Completion Date Course (*must have b4f- ("musJ have r11dfii ilnlll'Hited) November 15 December 20 Safety Specialty Courses Deak Upgrading Courses Arrival October 20 November 25 Academic Department Coul'SllS to computers course will be self~study. .. Steward Upgrading Courses ·· ••• # ••. ~;,:... •• ... .. Be 1repared tor the future ·~ . ·• , Galley Operations/Advanced Galley Operations modules start every week. .Upgrade your skills lfllJ! . Certified Chief Cook/Chief Steward classes start every other week, most recently beginning Sept. 28. at the Paul Hall Center. · Recertification ......qctob~r 7 '. .. November 1 .:/:°S:}:t~~-'--·-·---·- ~.::0;£::.2··.~:~ si~::f1:~j:~::~L:::::·~~· : _.-·-·-·-·-·-·-·-·i.::~:·s~::.-_::· ~-.~-----J~.· ~.~.i.~·-·-·---:-.--~~~·-·-·~·-·-·-·-·-·-·-·-·­ UPGRADING APPLICATION With this application, COPIES of the following must be... sent: One hundred and twenty (120) days seatime for the previous year, one day in the last six months prior to the date your class starts, US MMD (z-card) front and back, front page of your union book indicating your department and seniority, and qualifying seatime for the course if it is Coast Guard tested. All FOWT. AB and OMED applicants must submit a U.S. Coast Guard fee <!f $280 with their anplication. The payment should be made with a money order only. pavable to LMSS. COURSE BEGIN END DATE DATE Telephone _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Deep Sea Member D Lakes Member D Inland Waters Member 0 If the following information is not filled out completely, your application will not be processed. Social Security # Book # _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Seniority _ _ __ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ Department _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ U.S. Citizen; Yes D No D Horne Port Endorsement( s) or License( s) now held - -- - - - - - - - - - - - - - Are you a graduate of the SHLSS/PHC trainee program? DYes DNo If yes~ class# _ _ __ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ _ _ __ _ _ __ Have you attended any SHLSS/PHC upgrading courses? DNo DYes If yes, course(s) taken ______________ _ _ __ _ _ __ Do you hold the U.S. Coast Guard Lifeboatrnan Endorsement? D Yes 0 No Firefighting: D Yes D No CPR: 0 Yes DNo Primary language spoken - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -- October 2002 LAST VESSEL: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ _ __ Rating: _ _ __ Date On: - -- -- - - - - - - - Date Off: SIGNATURE _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ DATE NOTE: Transportation will be paid in accordance with the scheduling letter only ifyou present original receipts and successfally complete the course. If you have any questions, contact your port agent before departing for Piney Point. RETURN COMPLETED APPUCATION TO: Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education, Admissions Office, PO. Box 75. Piney Point. MD 20674-0075; or fax to (301) 994-2189. The Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education is a private, non-profit, equal opportunity institution and admits students, who are otherwise qualified, of any race, nationality or sex. The school complies with applicable laws with regard to admission, access or treatment of students in its programs or activities. 10102 Seafarers LOB 21 .,.. �Paul Hall Center Classes Able Seaman - Aug. 20 was graduation day for members of the most recent able seaman class. In alphabetical order are Billie Jean Gooch, Byron Graham, Rusty Kaufman, Justin Koger, Michael McFarlin, Dain Medow, Harry Morales, Adam Riley, Jennifer Senner and Paul Voison. Tankennan (Plq Barge - Inland boatmen who graduated from the tankerman (PIG) barge class Aug. 9 are (in no particular order) Ronnie Powell, Alfred Acheampong, Paul Narro, Jim Eastman, Carl Wonderly, Joseph Cooper, Ivan Ingram, Eddie Townsend, Stephen Murray, Mike Woolard, Jim DeClark, John Gilston, John Paffrath, Lee McMillan and Robert Rush. Their instructor, Mitch Oakley, is at far right. Radar - With their instructor, Mike Smith (far left) are Seafarers who completed the radar course Aug. 9. They are (in alphabetical order) William Buhrig Ill, David Hawkins, Thomas Higgins, Charles James, Chris Kalinowski and Mark Stabler. Medical Care Provider - Seafarers who successfully completed the medical care provider course recently are (kneeling) Edgar Townsend, (standing, from left} Steve Lewis, Donna Silvia, William Dekker, Lee McMillan, William Parker, Ivan Ingram an Robert Rush. .- GMDSS- Completing the GMDSS course Aug. 9 are (from lefl) Leslie Hollowell, Grant Donley, Danfillci Lfilsh, Kf.m Graybill, Gene Payne, Joseph Meravy and William HaNell. Their instructor, Brad Wheeler, is at far right. , f Bridge Resource Management- Welding - The two-week welding course was completed Aug. 6 by (in alphabetical order) Dominic Arrington, Secundino Arzu, Norman Dauphin, Donald Lumpkins, Sjarifudin Noor, Andrew Peprah, Jeffrey Roddy, Mark Vidal and Jevon Vontoure. Their instructor, Buzzy Andrews, is in the back row. 22 Seafarers LOG seatarers who graduated from the bridge resource management course Aug. 30 are (from left, front row) David Hawkins, Chris Kalinowski, William Buhrig Ill, Mark Stabler, (second row) Herb Walling (instructor), Frank Gray, Edward Townsend, James Cunningham and Guy Delgreco. October 2002 �Paul Hall Center Classes • > Fast Rescue Boat - Completing the fast rescue boat class Aug. 30 are (from left) Vladimir Salamon, John Joyce, stan Beck (instructor), Jonathan Buffington and John Boudreaux. Tanker Familiarization/Assistant Cargo (DL) - Unlicensed apprentices as well as upgrading Seafarers took part in the tanker familiarization/assistant cargo (DL) course, which ended Aug. 23. They are (in alphabetical order) Darryl Alexander, Austin Ayers, Christopher Bartholmey, Edward Black, Willie Booker, Justin Bowe, Josette Brown, Caleb Buckley, Edward Cain, Trevor Cohn, James Dewey; Beato Diaz Jr., Maximo Dising, Michael Fernandez, Harold Gerber, Robert Grable, Aaron Matuszny, Joshua McDaniel, Antonio Mendez, Brent Midgette, Lon Molnar, Paul Narro, Jayson Ray, William Ray Jr., Michael Ribeiro, Michael Sinclair and Kevin steen. Any student who has registered for a class and finds-for whatever reason-that he or she cannot attend, please inform the Oil Spill - Seafarers working at Penn Maritime who completed the oil spill class Aug. 16 are (in no specific order) Daniel Cronan. Stephen Hackney, Houston Money, Ronald ~.i.r~~l[l.!11,·· dward Whitfield, James Smith, James Olsen, Jeffrey Cummings, Marc Fitton ay enderson. Their instructor, Jim Shaffer, is at far left. --- admissions department so that another Basic Safety Training Classes Benjamin Magliano, Johnny O'Neill, Jack Parkins, Antonio Prazeres, William Racette, Orlando Reveron, Douglas Reynolds, Michael Ribeiro, Edward Rittenhouse, Michael Russo, George Sadler, Michael Santangelo, Michael Sims, Clifton Skinner, Robert Stevenson, Julian Taylor, Robert Taylor, Lowell Topham Jr., Adolphus Young and Royce Barrett. Ahmed Al-Mlhany, Michael Brooks, John Bull, Denis Burke, Mark Gaffney, Stephen Hackney, Bobby Hancock, Glenn Holmes, Walter Jarvis Jr., Joe Johnson, Lavy Lawrence Jr., Shawn Lindley, Kevin Lombardo, Charles Lore Jr. and Abedon Lujan. October 2002 Matthew Alexander, Keith Carter, Lawrence Cram, Stuart Diggs, Maximo Dising, Timothy Dombrowski, Afrizal Efly; Eli Rivera, Mark Field, Nicholas Galmiche, Rafael Gonzalez, Donald Graves, Kenneth Greenidge, Avis Hawkins, Charles Hefley; Reeves Homby, Glen James Sr., Karen Laycock, Kenneth Long Jr., Dennis Hunt and William Behan. Seafarers LOS 23 J �October 2002 Attention: Seafarers Remember SPAD for Job Security • t has been nearly two-and-a-half years since the SIU opened a hiring hall in Guam. And considering the amount of activity there, it has proven a most welcome addition. There's always something to do for Port Agent Matthew Holley and his assistant, Frances Booker. Seafarers can register, file for benefits, acquire upgrading forms and beneficiary cards and take care of other related union business- just as they do in any other SIU port. But the U.S. territory also is the center hub and major supply point for the Military Sealift Command, and Holley meets with SIU members, including CIVMARS, aboard the ships that are prepositioned there as well as other vessels that enter the area. Located on the third floor of Sunny Plaza in Tamuning, the hall has contracted with a nearby medical clinic in Harmon to provide those members shipping out of Guam or employed on a vessel there the ability to take their annual physical examinations and benzene tests. Holley also assists Seafarers as well as mariners of other nationalities with problems they may be having--contacting family members, relaying messages, sending paperwork home-and never fails to take the time to inform them about the union and its benefits. As treasurer for the Labor Council of the Western Pacific, Holley promotes the Jones Act and is presently working with the council to try and overturn several anti-union laws. The group is trying to form an organization to "Get Guam Working for a Living Wage," to counter "Get Guam Working," an antiunion organization of hotels and -*restaurants in the area. A number of local residents already have completed the unliceMed apprentice training at the Paul Hall Center in Piney Point, Md. • f 1 lsagani Caole, a longtime SIU member and resident of Guam, works aboard the USNS Flint, 2 Port Agent Matthew Holley is flanked by USNS Lummus crew members Cook/Baker Evelyn Tayag and SA Shaddad Musa; 3 Steward Delegate Linda Barber signs the patrolman's report before a ship's meeting on the USNS Lummus; 4 Frances T. Booker, secretary at the Guam hall, helps process a claim; 5 Bosun Thomas Minton (left) presents a union book to AB John Williams; 6 AB Lhando Olea just came into the Guam hall from the USNS Kiska with a claim for processing. With him is his wife, Aida. The couple resides in Guam; AB Lemuel Silignon checks his e-mail aboard the USNS Concorde; Guam Port Agent Matthew Holley (right) meets with Matthew Scrofani, ship's chairman on the USNS Concorde; AB Thomas Miles reads the latest LOG on board the USNS Concorde; Waiting for the union meeting to begin aboard the Gopher State is Bosun William Henderson. D � 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 2000-2009 Description An account of the resource Volumes LXII-LXXI of the Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Seafarers Log Scanned Issues 1984-1988, 1994-Present, Seafarers Log Digital Copies Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Seafarers International Union of North America Document A resource containing textual data. 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Title A name given to the resource October 2002 Description An account of the resource Headlines: SCHOOL'S ADVISORY BOARD KEEPS WORKING TO STAY AHEAD OF TRAINING REQUIREMENTS SIUNA: 'LEADING THE WAY' NEW MAERSK LINE MSP SHIPS SIGNAL MORE JOBS FOR SIU SIU TO CREW 'ICE-CLASS' SHIP REPORT: FOC SHIP LINKED TO AL QAEDA AB JEFFERY LAGANA IS FIRST SEAFARER TO WIN ACE AWARD LABOR'S BRAVE RESPONSE TO SEPTEMBER 11 ATTACKS SHEDS NEW LIGHT ON UNIONS NEED FOR STRONG U.S. FLEET INCLUDES MSP, JONES ACT CIVMARS SAIL INTO SAN DIEGO LABOR MOURNS ZENGA ALTAIR, BELLATRIX CREWS SERIOUS ABOUT SECURITY LIBERATOR CREW MEMORIALIZES BROTHER BROOKS AROUND THE PORT OF WILMINGTON WITH THE CREW ON THE ROVER LABOR SECRETARY REAFFIRMS ADMNISTRATION SUPPORT FOR U.S. MERCHANT MARINE MARITIME UNION PRESIDENTS ADVOCATE CONTINUED UNITY SERVING THE MEMBERSHIP IN GUAM Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Seafarers Log Scanned Issues 1984-1988, 1994-Present 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 10/1/2002 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. 64, No. 10 2002 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/9724f99f272324a4472301dcdc169dfb.pdf 00893409d95aa7dfca07929e3068c4ae PDF Text Text Pgs1_5,8,11,16,24.qxd 9/26/2003 5:43 AM Page 1 Volume 65, Number 10 October 2003 SIU Fleet Welcomes More New Additions The SIU gained new shipboard jobs in September, with the delivery of an LMSR, the transfer of a fast combat support ship and the christening of a double-hulled barge that links with a tugboat. Joining the SIU fleet are the USNS Benavidez (left), the USNS Rainier (directly below) and the barge 550-3 (below, left), part of an ATB. Page 3. Hurricane Isabel Takes its Toll Labor Department To Honor Paul Hall Union’s 2nd President Named To U.S. Labor Hall of Fame (AP Photo/Stephan Savoia) Hurricane Isabel caused fatalities and widespread damage on the East Coast when it struck beginning Sept. 18. The Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education (right) sustained major damage to marinas and piers, among other difficulties. In photo at left, a passerby looks at a large navigation buoy that was beached by the winds and surf near Rudee Inlet in Virginia Beach, Va. Page 4. The U.S. Department of Labor is scheduled to induct the late SIU President Paul Hall to its Labor Hall of Fame on Oct. 1 in Washington, D.C. Page 2. Seafarers Rally with Steelworkers Seafarers joined Steelworkers and other supporters Sept. 23 in Washington, D.C. for a rally aimed at maintaining tariffs that have benefited the industry since last year. Page 9. Boatmen Approve 5-Year Contract SIU Snapshots ANWR Update U.S. Mariners Deliver for Troops Page 3 Page 7 Page 11 Page 24 �Pgs1_5,8,11,16,24.qxd 9/28/2003 3:47 PM Page 2 President’s Report Politics—Why We Participate For more than a dozen years, it has been very rare that a month goes by without this newspaper reporting on significant gains for SIU members, whether it’s a new ship, a better contract, improved training opportunities or some other progress. As I’ve said many times, the consistently safe, reliable shipboard work performed by Seafarers is a foundation of every advancement we achieve. Another key part of that foundation is political action—and that’s something no Seafarer should ever forget. Michael Sacco Without an ongoing strong commitment to grassroots politics, our whole industry would go down the tubes. It’s as simple as that. I’m grateful that so many of you understand the reality and importance of that message. Your support of SPAD and your willingness to donate time to back pro-maritime, pro-worker candidates are commendable. And your support is never taken for granted. This is an area where we cannot afford to let up. A quick look at two vital maritime laws shows why. First the Jones Act, which requires that cargo moving from one domestic port to another be carried aboard U.S.-crewed, U.S.-flag, U.S.-built ships. It’s a sensible law that helps protect our national and economic security. Many other industrialized countries have laws that basically spell out the same requirements for their mariners and shipbuilders. Yet, the Jones Act is consistently is under attack by shippers and foreignflag interests. We fight back against those attacks through political action —educating congressmen and senators and other officials about the importance of our nation’s freight cabotage law. The SIU and our allies have been successful in this battle, and as a result, the Jones Act currently enjoys solid support from Congress and the administration. Another example is the U.S. Maritime Security Program, enacted in 1996. The MSP and its related Voluntary Intermodal Sealift Agreement are among the key measures keeping the U.S. flag flying on deep sea commercial vessels. It took several years of lobbying to secure the original MSP, and similar efforts have put us on the verge of a 10-year reauthorization of the program. Here again, without political action—without your support along with cooperative work throughout our industry—there would be no MSP. Those aren’t the only laws that are important to the U.S. Merchant Marine, but they illustrate why we must elect officials who understand and support our industry. And they underscore the fact that our fight never ends. On a larger scale, our brothers and sisters throughout the trade union movement understand, as we do, that grassroots political action is our greatest resource. During the year 2000 elections, business outspent labor by 15 to 1. Then, in the 2002 off-year elections, corporations spent more than $700 million, compared to about $62 million from working families. That gap probably won’t change anytime soon. But, by mobilizing and taking advantage of strength in numbers, the labor movement is making progress in the political arena. For instance, union households represented 26 percent of the vote in 2000, up from 19 percent in 1992. That jump is a direct result of a commitment by the AFL-CIO and its member unions to increase voter registration, education and mobilization. Support of voluntary political action funds remains an important part of that commitment. When it comes to the elections themselves, our approach never changes. You’ve heard it before and you’ll hear it again: We support those who support the U.S. Merchant Marine, regardless of political party. Our mission is “jobs, jobs, jobs” for you. And when the elections end, we don’t take shortcuts in educating the new representatives at all levels of government about our issues and industry. Paul Hall, our union’s second president, summed up the importance of political action with the saying “Politics is pork chops.” The message is simple but essential. By supporting SPAD and volunteering to assist pro-maritime candidates, you help preserve your jobs. More recently, rank-and-file Seafarers came up with a new saying to deliver the same point: “SPAD—It takes a four-letter word to be heard!” No matter how it’s phrased, the bottom line is that politics is fundamental to the SIU. And with your continued strong support, I’m confident that we’ll have no shortage of good news to report in the months and years ahead. Volume 65, Number 10 October 2003 The SIU on line: www.seafarers.org The Seafarers LOG (ISSN 1086-4636) is published monthly by the Seafarers International Union; Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District/NMU, AFL-CIO; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, MD 20746. Telephone (301) 899-0675. Periodicals postage paid at Southern Maryland 20790-9998. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the Seafarers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. Communications Director, Jordan Biscardo; Managing Editor/Production, Deborah A. Hirtes; Associate Editor, Jim Guthrie; Art, Bill Brower; Administrative Support, Jeanne Textor. Copyright © 2003 Seafarers International Union, AGLIWD All Rights Reserved. 2 Seafarers LOG New Study: Health Care Premiums Skyrocket The health care crisis in this country is not an isolated trend. Newly published surveys indicate employer-sponsored health care premiums already have risen by nearly 14 percent in 2003—the third consecutive year of doubledigit increases. Coupled with a sagging economy and many workers out of a job, these statistics are troublesome, making health care insurance an almost unaffordable luxury item for some. While the Seafarers Health and Benefits Plan is doing everything it can to help its membership maintain its comprehensive health care package, the continuing escalation of costs for health care premiums is making it increasingly difficult each time a contract is negotiated. The Plan is watching while governmental agencies, the private sector and other unions and companies ask their employees to pay a share of their health insurance premiums, a greater percentage of the final bill or require larger deductibles. In Madison, Wis., for example, the city is for the first time asking its employees in the four major labor unions to pay a share of their health insurance premiums and also is seeking a reduction in the compensation payments made to workers injured on the job. But the city of Madison is not alone. In fact, a new study indicates that in order to continue maintaining health care benefits at some level, 65 percent of employers increased the amount that employees pay for health insurance this year, 47 percent raised employees’ payments for prescription drugs, 34 percent increased deductibles and 34 percent raised co-payments for doctor visits. Deductibles and copayments, which were uncommon only a few years ago, have recently been adopted by many plans. The cost of prescription drugs is one of the chief reasons for the soaring health care rates. The Seafarers Health and Benefits Plan is aware of this fact and is trying to implement a prescription drug network in order to keep the costs in check (see the notice on this page). The Seafarers LOG will continue to keep the readership informed about ways the health and benefits plan is trying to keep costs down. Notice A Message from the Seafarers Plans Over the past few months, we have been reporting that the cost of health care has been rising at unprecedented rates. One of the most serious areas of concern is prescription drugs. Knowing that the cost of prescription drugs must be controlled, the Trustees of the Seafarers Health and Benefits Plan are considering implementing a prescription drug network as a two-year pilot program. Therefore, discussions with various Pharmacy Benefit Managers have begun. During these discussions, it became apparent that in order for a prescription drug program to work, we would need to review the eligibility requirement for the prescription drug benefit. Therefore, in order to proceed with these ongoing discussions, the Trustees of the Plan have instructed the Administrator to amend the eligibility requirement for the prescription drug benefit only. We repeat: The eligibility requirement for t he p rescription drug benefit only is being changed as follows: Once a participant accumulates 120 days of covered employment in a calendar year, then that participant and their eligible dependents will be entitled to participate in the prescription drug network for the entire following year. Additionally, if a participant accumulates at least 90 days of covered employment by September 30th of any year, then that participant and their eligible dependents would be covered from January 1st through June 30th of the following year. EXAMPLES: z Seaman Jones works from March 1 through May 31 (92 days) and from October 5 through December 15 (72 days) for a total of 164 days. Since he has more than 120 days employment in the calendar year, then he would have eligibility for prescription drugs the entire following year. z Seaman Smith works from March 1 through May 31 (92 days) however; he does not get any additional employment before the year ends. Since he has at least 90 days employment by September 30, then he would have eligibility for prescription drugs the first six months of the following year. z Seaman Johnson works from August 2 through December 3 (124 days). Since he has at least 120 days in the calendar year then he would have eligibility for prescription drugs for the entire following year. z Seaman Moore works from September 17 through December 20 (95 days). Although he has 90 days, those days were not accumulated prior to September 30 therefore he would need 120 days. Since he does not have 120 days he would not be covered for benefits. Once again, this change will affect eligibility for the prescription drug program only and is required so that in most cases the Plan will be able to forward eligibility lists on a timely basis to any pharmacy benefit manager. We realize that there will always be exceptions, which will be handled on a case-by-case basis. Also, please note that the initial eligibility rule of 75 days of covered employment for new participants will not change and therefore a new participant need only accumulate 75 days of employment in order to be covered for benefits. We hope that we might be able to contract with a Pharmacy Benefit Manager before the end of the year. We will keep you informed on the progress of these meetings and any other changes that will be required. Labor Dept. to Honor Paul Hall Paul Hall understood the importance of political activity and the difference it makes in the lives of Seafarers. Top photo: Hall welcomes President Richard Nixon to the SIUNA convention in the early 1970s. Below: Hall participates in a meeting with President Jimmy Carter in 1977. The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) is scheduled to induct the late SIU President Paul Hall to its Labor Hall of Fame on Oct. 1 in Washington, D.C. According to the DOL, “The Labor Hall of Fame honors posthumously those Americans whose distinctive contributions to the field of labor have enhanced the quality of life of millions yesterday, today, and for generations to come.” SIU President Michael Sacco will deliver the keynote remarks for Hall’s induction. “Obviously, this is a tremendous and welldeserved honor for Paul and for the SIU,” Sacco said. “I worked with Paul for many years, and it’s safe to say he was totally committed not only to improving the lives of Seafarers, but all working families. “It was under Paul Hall’s leadership that the SIU gained our reputation for assisting fellow trade unionists,” Sacco added. “He used to have a saying when people asked for our help: ‘We’ll be there— money, marbles and chalk.’ He literally helped thousands of working families, in organizing drives, on picket lines and however else he was needed.” The Labor Hall of Fame honorees include 26 individuals and the rescue workers from September 11 (inducted last year as one entity). Among the members are Samuel Gompers, the first president of the American Federation of Labor; George Meany, first president of the merged AFL-CIO; Cesar Continued on page 4 October 2003 �Pgs1_5,8,11,16,24.qxd 9/26/2003 5:57 AM Page 3 New Barge Christened for Intrepid Ocean Reliance Gets Counterpart in Double-Hulled ‘550-3’ Seafarers and SIU officials last month attended the christening of the double-hulled barge 550-3, the companion piece to Intrepid Ship Management’s tug Ocean Reliance. The ceremony took place Sept. 9 in Bellingham, Wash. Together, the SIU-contracted 9,280-hp Ocean Reliance and 155,000-barrel 550-3 form a state-of-the-art articulated tugbarge (ATB). The barge has an inert gas system as well as an enhanced cargo system and a fully redundant ballast system. SIU Vice President Gulf Coast Dean Corgey, SIU Vice President West Coast Nick Marrone and SIU Tacoma, Wash. Port Agent Bryan Powell represented the union at the christening. The ATB was built by The Manitowoc (Wis.) Company, Inc. It has a hinged connection system between the tug and barge, allowing movement in one plane in the critical area of fore and aft pitch. As previously reported, the new ATB tank vessel incorporates the latest advances in environmental protection and safety while addressing increased efficiencies in hose handling, anchoring, mooring, discharge and loading of product. The Ocean Reliance meets all SOLAS (Safety of Life at Sea) and American Bureau of Shipping criteria, and has a foam-capable fire monitor; twin fuel-efficient reduced emission electronic diesel engines; a noise reduction package and other upgrades to increase crew comfort. The communication and navigation equipment is among the most technologically advanced in the industry today. CIVMAR Fleet Gains ‘Supply Class’ Vessel The tug Ocean Reliance and barge 550-3 form an ATB that is state-ofthe-art. Hannah Tugboat Pact Boosts Health Coverage Seafarers employed by OLS Transport (parent company of Hannah Marine) recently approved a new five-year contract that improves health care coverage and also raises wages in each year of the agreement. The contract was overwhelmingly approved in August by crew members who sail aboard the company’s 10 tug-barge units, which operate on the Great Lakes, Inland Rivers and in the Gulf Coast region. Approximately 50 Seafarers are covered by the agreement, which calls for an increase to “Plan G” health benefits—the top level offered through the Seafarers Health and Benefits Plan. Other gains include the addition of five holidays, increased travel reimbursement, and better pension benefits. The boatmen transport asphalt, oil and cement, plus other cargoes. Members of the SIU’s Government Services Division welcomed new job opportunities as the U.S. Military Sealift Command (MSC) last month accepted transfer of the USS Rainier in Bremerton, Wash. The Rainier is the third of four U.S. Navy “supply class” fast combat support ships to leave commissioned service “for an even more active role” with MSC, according to the agency. The vessel joins more than 30 civil service-crewed ships providing combat logistics services to the Navy fleets worldwide. MSC also noted that the Rainier’s crew will be accompanied by approximately 60 Navy personnel for communication support and supply coordination as well as supporting helicopter operations. “The transfer of Rainier and her sister ships, USNS Arctic and USNS Supply, and the future transfer of the fourth ship in the The USNS Rainier’s crew will consist of CIVMARS and Navy personnel. class, USS Bridge, in June of next year are part of the Navy’s continuing transformation to a more efficient and cost effective fighting force for the 21st century,” MSC noted in a news release. “According to a May 1998 Center for Naval Analysis study, the Navy will save a projected $76 million annually with the change. “The transfers also free up a total of 108 active duty Navy officers and 1,996 enlisted Sailors to return to war-fighting roles for which they were trained….” The Rainier is 754 feet long and has a top speed of greater than 25 knots. Newest LMSR Delivered The USNS Benavidez was delivered to the U. S. Navy Sept. 10 in New Orleans, signaling new steward department jobs for Seafarers. The Benavidez is the nineteenth large, medium-speed, rollon/roll-off ship (LMSR) built or converted at U.S. shipyards since the mid-1990s to transport and preposition U.S. combat equipment. The massive ships with their stern ramps, interior ramps and cavernous interiors are ideal for rapid loading and off-loading of tanks, trucks, humvees and other wheeled or tracked vehicles needed by U.S. military personnel. They are part of the U.S. Military Sealift Command’s (MSC) fleet. According to MSC, LMSRs are the Navy’s largest and most modern cargo ships. At more than 900 feet long, each ship is capable of carrying more than 300,000 square feet—the equivalent of nearly six football fields—of containerized cargo, wheeled, and tracked vehicles for the U.S. Department of Defense. The Navy’s 18 other LMSRs —all crewed by SIU members— played key logistical roles in Operations Enduring and Iraqi Freedom by transporting millions of square feet of combat equipment to and from the Middle East. More than 2,000 SIU members, including mariners from the union’s Government Services Division, sailed during the war. Upon completion of the ship’s post-construction shipyard period in early December, the Benavidez will be placed in a reduced operating status in Corpus Christi, Texas, until it is activated to Please be advised that SIU headquarters and all SIU hiring halls will be closed Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2003 for the observance of Veterans Day and Thursday, Nov. 27, 2003 for the observance of Thanksgiving Day (unless an emergency arises). Normal business hours will resume the following workday. October 2003 The Benavidez is practically identical to the USNS Bob Hope, pictured at left. transport cargo in support of U.S. forces, the agency noted. Like most other LMSRs, the Benavidez is named in honor of a U.S. Army Medal of Honor recipient. The ship’s namesake, Master Sgt. Roy P. Benavidez, USA, of Cuero, Texas, was awarded the nation’s highest honor for his heroic actions on May 2, 1968, in the Republic of Vietnam. During an intense period of combat, then Staff Sgt. Benavidez overcame withering enemy fire and several severe injuries to help evacuate and save the lives of the soldiers pinned down by an overwhelming enemy force. MSC, the ocean transportation provider for the Department of Defense, normally operates more than 120 noncombatant, civiliancrewed ships, which increased to more than 210 ships during the height of Operation Iraqi Freedom in mid-March. Additional transport ships were chartered from private industry or activated from reduced operating status to carry the heavy volume of equipment for war fighters supporting OIF. From January to April, the command’s ships delivered 21 million square feet of cargo, 261 million gallons of fuel and 95,000 tons of ammunition to the Middle East. Much of this cargo belonged to the U.S. Army’s 4th Infantry and 101st Airborne divisions, as well as the U.S. Marine Corps’ I and II Marine Expeditionary Forces. SS Great Land Gets Extension The union recently welcomed the news that Interocean Ugland Management is operating the SS Great Land in Hawaii. The long-term charter represents an extension for the Ponce-class vessel—and continued employment for Seafarers aboard the ship. Seafarers LOG 3 �Pgs1_5,8,11,16,24.qxd 9/26/2003 5:36 AM Page 4 Could Have Been Worse, But Isabel Still Takes Toll Late last month, people in the United States mid-Atlantic Region still were recuperating from the effects of Hurricane Isabel. The category two storm, which packed 105 mph winds and torrential rains, battered the U.S. East Coast beginning Sept. 18, leaving flooding, power outages, disruption and mass destruction in its path. At least 40 deaths have been blamed on the hurricane, 25 of them in Virginia. From coastal communities in North Carolina and Virginia, where people either evacuated their homes or buckled down with non-perishables and flashlights to wait out the storm, to Maryland and Washington, where the federal government shut down, virtually no one went unscathed. North Carolina, Vir- ginia, Maryland and Delaware were declared federal disaster areas, and President Bush visited Richmond, Va. to be briefed on the recovery efforts. Amazingly enough, the SIU headquarters and its ports, which are situated in cities along the hurricane’s path, fared unexpectedly well. Headquarters in Camp Springs, Md. closed down at noon Sept. 18 and remained closed through the weekend. Power remained off during the closure, but thanks to a back-up generator, the building opened up for managers and other essential personnel on Sept. 22. Power was fully restored around 4 p.m. Sept. 23, and headquarters returned to business as usual the following day. “Aside from the power outage, everything else was pretty much Isabel caused extensive damage to marinas and piers at the Paul Hall Center. Left: Thanks to some innovation—and a new twist on the term “headlight”—the power outage doesn’t deter Tina Corbin, who works in the port agent’s office in Piney Point, from completing her next task. intact in the aftermath of Isabel,” said Frank Eno, facility manager at SIU headquarters. “We had no structural damage to the main building or to our warehouse. We did have a lot of debris to clean up and our security gates sustained minor damage. “All in all, I think we really dodged the bullet on this one,” Eno concluded. “Things certainly could have been a lot worse.” The situation was almost identical at the port of Piney Point, Md. “We were wiped out as far as electricity is concerned,” said Piney Point Port Agent Edd Morris. “We lost power Sept 18 and did not get back on line until Sept. 24. We had no computer or fax capability here in the port office, so we relied on other departments at the school (Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training & Education) to help us out in this regard. It was kind of awkward doing business that way, but we carried on as best we could.” The ports of Baltimore, Brooklyn and Boston reported similar experiences. “Aside from the power outage, which forced us to close down early on Sept. 18 and remain closed a couple of days, nothing adverse happened to us here,” offered Baltimore Port Agent Dennis Metz. Gerard Dhooge in Boston stated, “We did not have anything to speak of happen to us here as a result of Isabel. We did experience heavy showers a couple of days, but that’s about it.” New York Port Agent Bob Selzer said that power was lost at the hall for a couple of hours on Sept.18, but business was affected only minimally. “We did not have much activity at the port because many of the vessels that would have came through or tied up here were diverted to other locations because of the weather,” Selzer said. “Many of the companies were closed because of the storm and as a consequence not much shipping took place.” In the port of Norfolk, no dam- Retired SIU Port Agent Steve Troy Dies at 72 Steve Zubovich Troy, a former SIU port agent, patrolman, representative and consultant, died Sept. 12 in Tucson, Ariz., following a lengthy illness. He was 72. “Steve was a union man from the word go,” said Angus “Red” Campbell, retired VP Contracts. “He always put the SIU first and never hesitated to do what was asked of him. “He and I were great friends, both coming from Pennsylvania and being Steelers and Pirates fans,” Campbell continued. “I’ll miss him a great deal as will the SIU. Steve was one of the last great old-timers and he did many wonderful things for his union.” Born in Uniontown, Pa., Brother Troy donned the SIU colors in the mid-40s in Philadelphia. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II 4 Seafarers LOG and initially sailed under the Seafarers’ banner on an Interocean Management Corp. vessel. A member of the deck department, his final trip to sea was on the Penmar, a Calmar Steamship Corp. vessel. Brother Troy came ashore in 1963 and worked as a patrolman in the ports of Philadelphia and Houston. In later years, he served as port agent in both Seattle and San Francisco. Brother Troy worked as an SIU consultant from 1972 to 1984. During that same period, he served as safety director for both the Maritime Safety Program and the SIU’s West Coast Region. He retired in 1985. “Steve was a good, hard working and dedicated union official,” offered retired SIU VP West Coast George McCartney. “He never hesitated to answer Steve Troy the call to duty in whatever capacity his union and his union brothers and sisters needed him. “I met Steve in the ’50s and worked with him in New York, Philadelphia and on the West Coast,” McCartney continued. “With his death, the union has lost a dedicated official and great advocate.” His wife, Sophie; two sons, Steven and Gary; and one daughter, Anita, survive Troy. Funeral services were held in Tucson. A number of trees at the Paul Hall Center fell during the storm, including this one which landed on a classroom building. age at all was sustained in the hall, but operations were shut down Sept. 17- 19, according to SIU VP Government Services Division Kermett Mangram. “We did crew up two vessels (the Regulus and Bob Hope) and moved them out of the port for safety reasons, but that was about it,” Mangram said. “A third vessel, the Cape Johnson, was crewed up to be moved, but it remained in port.” Hardest hit by Isabel was the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education. In addition to losing power, some of school’s facilities suffered significant damage. According to Don Nolan, vice president for the center, waters rose to 8 feet above normal. Marinas and piers were damaged or destroyed, and approximately 80 trees were knocked down. Remarkably, only one tree landed on a building (a classroom used for first aid and CPR instruction). Waters rose to eight feet above normal at the school in Piney Point, Md. DOL Inducts Paul Hall Into Labor Hall of Fame Continued from page 2 Chavez, president of the United Farm Workers of America; and A. Philip Randolph, founder of the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters and a pioneer in advancing racial equality within the labor movement “Elevation to the Labor Hall of Fame is arrived at by a selection panel composed the Counselor to the Secretary, the Solicitor of Labor, the Assistant Secretary for Policy and the Assistant Secretary for Administration and Management,” noted the DOL. “Honorees are chosen each year, and a formal induction ceremony is conducted at the U.S. Department of Labor in Washington, D.C.” The Labor Hall of Fame is located in the North Plaza of the U.S. Department of Labor’s Frances Perkins Building, 200 Constitution Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. The most recent honorees are represented by a kiosk containing a portrait, photos and memorabilia. Paul Hall served as the SIU’s second president. His contributions to the U.S. maritime industry and the overall labor movement were numerous and farreaching. He died of cancer in When other unions needed help, Paul Hall (center) and the SIU quickly delivered. 1980, at age 65. Hall started shipping as a teenager in the early 1930s and later became a charter member of the SIU. He shipped mostly in the black gang as wiper and FOWT. He earned a second engineers license, but never sailed under it. In 1957, Hall became president of the Seafarers, a post he held until his death. In the same year, he became president of the AFLCIO Maritime Trades Department. Among his proudest accomplishments was the founding of the Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship in Piney Point, Md. in 1967. The main campus was renamed in Hall’s memory in 1991. October 2003 �Pgs1_5,8,11,16,24.qxd 9/26/2003 2:39 AM Page 5 Senate Committee Examines Port Security While a great deal already has been done to protect port and maritime security since 9/11, efforts and accomplishments to date generally are seen by some as merely the first steps in the continuing war against terrorism. During a Sept. 9 hearing of the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee in Washington, D.C., several speakers and witnesses echoed this sentiment as they detailed not only what has been accomplished in the maritime security arena, but also what the future holds. Committee Chairman John McCain (R-Ariz.) set the tone for the hear- ing following his opening remarks when he offered, “Maritime security, because of the immense volume of trade that must move through our nation’s ports, remains a daunting task. While the administration has taken action to implement the many important requirements of the Maritime Security Act of 2002, many in the maritime community still wonder who is in charge. They are confused by what in some cases appears to be competing requirements of the various agencies claiming responsibility for maritime security.” AFL-CIO’s Top Officials Will Seek Re-Election AFL-CIO President John Sweeney last month announced that he and Executive Vice President Linda Chavez-Thompson and Secretary-Treasurer Richard Trumka will seek re-election at the federation’s next convention, scheduled for the summer of 2005. “Eight years ago, we ran for office calling for an AFL-CIO that focused on changing and growing the labor movement and making workers’ voices heard in their workplaces, their communities, the nation and the global economy,” Sweeny said. “We’ve achieved a lot. We have made growth the number one priority of our movement, more unions than ever are focused on organizing and we are building a movement to defend workers’ freedom to form unions. We have created a political program for the labor movement that is second to none —a model imitated across the political spectrum. We are changing the debate about trade and globalization and we’re building power for workers in the capital markets. We have created a vibrant new labor movement at the grassroots, helped unite the union movement to stand up for immigrant workers’ rights, and brought thousands of young people into our efforts through Union Summer and campus outreach.” However, he also cautioned, “We have to escalate our efforts to confront America with its own human rights crisis, the destruc- tion of American workers’ freedom to form unions, and escalate our capacity at every level to help workers form unions. We must create a new industrial policy to stop the hemorrhaging of middle class manufacturing jobs that are the backbone of this country and we must work to extend quality, affordable health care to every man, woman and child in America. The fight for good jobs, secure, defined benefit pensions, civil and workers’ rights and workers’ freedom to form unions has never been more urgent.” Sweeney was elected president of the AFL-CIO in October 1995 and has been re-elected twice since then. At the time of his election, he was serving his fourth four-year term as president of Service Employees International Union. Chavez-Thompson became the highest-ranking woman in the labor movement when she was first elected to the new position of AFL-CIO executive vice president at the federation’s 1995 convention. Previously, she was vice president of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees and executive director of AFSCME Council 42. The youngest secretary-treasurer in AFL-CIO history, Trumka was first elected to the post in October 1995 at the age of 46. At that time, he was serving his third term as president of the Mine Workers. Coast Guard Aims To Ease ‘Creepy’ Effects of Renewals The U.S. Coast Guard’s National Maritime Center (NMC) on Aug. 26 issued a policy letter addressing the issuance of merchant mariner documents and how current procedures contribute to a phenomenon called “license creep.” Currently, mariners renewing credentials may apply for renewal up to a year before their existing papers expire. When renewal credentials are issued, the actual date of issuance is entered on the new documents and it becomes valid for a period of five years from that date. When the issuance date of the new credential is dated before the expiration date of the credential being renewed, mariners may not use the expiring credential for the full five-year-period. They lose the period of time measured from the date the new credential is issued to the expiration date of the expiring one. This period of time is commonly called license creep. Merchant mariner documents and certificates of registry also are subject to this condition. Since mariners incur user fees and other costs October 2003 Senator McCain continued, “Such confusion, not unique to the maritime industry, is compounded by the lack of agreements between the various agencies and departments responsible for transportation security. Transportation security is far too important to be placed in limbo due to needless agency turf battles.” Jeffrey Shane, Under Secretary of Transportation Policy, discussed the role of the Department of Transportation regarding security and its coordination with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). “While much of the focus since Sept. 11 has been on aviation security, the department has also been doing a great deal of work with our DHS counterparts in assessing the vulnerabilities and improving the security of our other modes of transportation,” he said. Shane pointed out that the Maritime Administration has worked closely with the U.S Coast Guard and Transportation Security Administration to evaluate security at our nation’s ports and to disseminate two rounds of port security grants facilitating $262 million in security upgrades. The Federal Transit Administration, he added, has also shared its expertise by funding $30 million in vulnerability assessments and the security training of transit operators across the country. “Additionally,” he continued, “our research and special programs administration has worked closely with TSA to ensure that the transportation of hazardous materials fulfils both safety and security requirements.” Admiral Thomas Collins, commandant, U.S. Coast Guard, discussed the agency’s strategy to reduce maritime security risks through increasing maritime domain awareness, implementing preventative measures, securing borders and protecting infrastructure, and preparing to respond quickly if necessary. “We’ve been very, very busy in this area,” he said, “enhancing our ability to move toward that end state. And we’ve established a formal intel program in our organization. We’ve improved when they are issued credentials, some have noted that they are being financially penalized because they cannot use the credential for the entire fiveyear period. They have requested that changes be instituted to correct this situation. The NMC policy letter, which encourages regional examination centers (RECs) to reduce license creep to a minimum, is the result of their request. Specifically, the dispatch encourages RECs to establish tickler files and internal procedures to govern the issuance and mailing of renewed credentials at a future date after applications are approved. To be eligible for this service, mariners must request delayed issuance at the time their applications for renewal are submitted. Under this new approach, NMC officials believe that license creep will be reduced to a minimum. In part, the agency’s recent policy letter said, “…issuance of the renewed credentials should be as close as possible to the expiration date of the renewed credentials and in no case should exceed 30 days prior to expiration of the credentials being renewed. “This will result in the mariner having the use of the expiring credential for nearly all of the five-year period of validity and to receive the renewed credential before the expiring one becomes invalid for service.” our command control and communications capability, connectivity and interoperability. We’re requiring vessels entering our ports to provide 96-hour advanced notice of arrival and tracking and screening vessel arrivals, people cargo in vessels.” Commenting on the maritime security regime, Collins said the Coast Guard is pleased with the progress in implementing the terms and conditions of the Maritime Transportation Security Act. In a parallel effort, he continued, his agency helped guide through the International Maritime Organization a brand new international security regime for ports and ships. Admiral Collins pointed out that 13 of a total 55 port security assessments have been completed. “By the end of calendar year ’04 we’ll complete those formal port security assessments through the 55 ports, and we’ve increased information sharing at the national, state and local level with industry.” The Coast Guard commandant said that the regulatory impact of MTSA on the maritime industry will be significant, affecting more than 10,000 domestic and 20,000 foreign vessels, 5,000 maritime transportation facilities in 40 offshore platforms. He pointed out that the timeline for implementing the new requirement is exceptionally short—the regulation would be fully implemented by July 1, 2004. “We estimate the cost in industry to be $1.5 billion in the first year and $7.3 billion over the next 10 years,” Collins said. In conclusion, Collins said that the Coast Guard has a solid plan for maritime security and it is being executed. “All of our efforts, again, are designed to build the necessary authorities, the necessary capability, the necessary capacity and the necessary partnerships to mitigate maritime security risks to our nation,” he said. After discussing the integration of various agencies into the new bureau, Robert Bonner, commissioner, Customs and Border Protection, turned his attention to recent initiatives to enhance cargo security. “We use risk management techniques to identify and screen the relatively few high risk cargo containers of the millions—actu- ally, if you take sea containers, almost seven million containers that come into the U.S. annually,” he said. “But that said, if we go back two years ago, only 9 percent of all rail containers were inspected when they crossed the border into the U.S. That figure is now 22.6 percent. Two years ago, we inspected only 2 percent of the sea containers coming into the U.S. We now inspect 5.2 percent. “The truck inspections have increased from 10.3 to 15.1 percent over the last two years, and overall, if you look at all containers, no matter what the mode is, entering the United States, the Customs and Border Protection is inspecting currently approximately 12.1 percent of all cargo containers entering the United States. That’s up from 7.6 percent two years ago. But we’re doing it not just on a random basis but we’re doing on a targeted basis based upon advanced information we have to identify the high risk containers, because that’s the key.” Bonner said that inspection rates have gone up because, among other things, the U.S. has been able to deploy more sophisticated detection equipment like large-scale X-ray machines. Peter Guerrero, Director, Physical Infrastructure Issues, General Accounting Office, recommended that federal agencies involved in transportation security clearly define their roles and responsibilities through formal agreements. Margaret Wrightson, director, Homeland Security and Justice Issues, General Accounting Office, noted that significant progress has been made in implementing the Maritime Transportation Security Act, but that five areas of concern remain: „ Only a limited number of ports are covered by the automatic identification system (AIS), „ Questions still exist about the scope and quality of port security assessments, „ Concerns exist related to foreign approval of security plans for foreign ships, „ Potential exists for duplication of maritime intelligence efforts; and „ Continuing inconsistencies with port security grant program requirements. International Solidarity SIU Baltimore Port Agent Dennis Metz (second from left) and SIU International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) Inspector Arthur Petitpas (far right) recently welcomed labor and government officials from Australia who were in the midst of business trip that included several stops in the United States. Pictured outside the SIU hall in Baltimore on Aug. 11 are (from left) Rick Newlyn, assistant national secretary, Maritime Union of Australia; Metz; Paul Noack, industrial relations liaison officer, Government of South Australia; Alex Gallacher, branch secretary, Transport Workers Union of Australia; and Petitpas. Seafarers LOG 5 �Pgs6,10,12,13,17_23.qxd 9/27/2003 9:08 PM Page 6 STCW Certificates Won’t List Basic Safety Training Dates Key Requirement Still Renewable Via Sea Service The U.S. Coast Guard’s National Maritime Center recently announced that STCW certificates no longer will indicate the dates when mariners complete STCW Basic Safety Training (BST). In announcing the change, the Coast Guard noted that because BST is renewable via sea service, “the date of competency also changes and moves forward.” This situation had caused some confusion when mariners went to Coast Guard regional examination centers (RECs) to renew their certificates. BST is a key component of the amended STCW convention. As previously reported, according to National Maritime Center Policy Letter 12-01, “A mariner who has met the requirements for initial competency in BST and who is actively serving on seagoing ships will be considered as having demonstrated continuing competence in BST provided he or she completes at least one year of sea service within the past five years. This five-year period is a running calendar in which credit for competency in BST extends for five years beyond the critical date at which the mariner has completed one year of sea service. “To determine the critical date,” the letter continues, “review the mariner’s sea service starting with the current date and go backwards in time until one year of sea service is counted. The period of validity for continuing competence in BST is then five years from the date where the mariner has completed one year of sea service. For example, if on 1 October 2001, you count backward and determine the mariner completed one year of sea service on 1 June 2000, then the mariner is considered to be competent in the four elements of BST through 31 May 2005. “Using similar dates, if on 1 October 2001 a mariner completed one year of sea service on 1 June 1996, then the BST would have been valid until 31 May 2001. Because 31 May 2001 has passed (today’s date in this example is 1 October 2001), the mariner has not retained competency in BST.” The policy letter also notes that the “critical date” mentioned above will advance as a mariner continues serving on a seagoing vessel. Additionally, RECs may accept discharges or seaservice letters “prepared in accordance with current standards” as proof of sea service.” If a mariner cannot prove evidence of one year of sea service within the past five years, then he or she must complete a U. S. Coast Guard approved or accepted course “approved for revalidation of BST,” such as the STCW curriculum available at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education, located in Piney Point, Md. Thousands of Seafarers have completed STCW Basic Safety Training at the Paul Hall Center. Retired APWU President ‘Moe’ Biller Dies at 87 Moe Biller, the American Postal Workers Union’s president emeritus, died Sept. 5 in New York. He was 87. The APWU’s third national president, Morris Biller, who preferred to be called “Moe,” led the union for more than 20 years. He also was a friend of the SIU and he served with Seafarers President Michael Sacco on the AFLCIO executive board. Biller retired in 2001. “Moe was the hero of the U.S. postal workers movement,” said William Burrus, Biller’s successor. “From his first job as a parttime clerk he devoted himself to the labor movement. During his rise to the top he worked tirelessly not just for the workers he represented, but for all those who deserved economic justice.” A native of New York City, Biller began his postal career in 1937, on the Lower East Side of Manhattan. In an interview with The New York Times in 1980 (after being elected APWU president), he described his first postal job as a substitute clerk. He earned 65 cents an hour and received no vacation benefits or sick pay, he said. And if he wanted to use a bathroom, he had to leave the building. However, except for war-time service in the Army’s Adjutant General Corps, during which he served in Europe, Biller contin- 6 Seafarers LOG ued his employment with the Post Office, and always worked not just at his job, but to improve the lot of those around him, according to the APWU. A unionist from the beginning, he held numerous local positions, including chairman of the Membership Committee, Sergeant-at-Arms, and Executive Vice President. He was elected president of the ManhattanBronx Postal Workers Union (now called New York Metro APWU) in 1959. He was still at the helm in 1970 when the Great Postal Strike began with Post Office employees in New York City walking off the job. The strike spread to 30 major cities and more than 200,000 workers took part. The strike culminated in the Postal Reorganization Act of 1970, in which Congress created the U.S. Postal Service and gave its workers the right to bargain with management over wages, benefits, and working conditions. Biller also served on the committee that brought about the merger in 1971 of the five postal unions that now compose the APWU. “He was a man of his times,” Burrus said. “He understood the importance of the social movements of his day. Moe was an early supporter of civil rights and a great advocate for women U.S. Coast Guard Regional Examination Centers 510 L Street, Suite 100 Anchorage, AK 99501-1946 Phone: (907) 271-6736 40 South Gay Street Baltimore, MD 21202-4022 Phone: (410) 962-5132 455 Commercial Street Boston, MA 02109-1045 Phone: (617) 223-3040 196 Tradd Street Charleston, SC 29401-1899 Phone: (843) 724-7693 433 Ala Moana Blvd. Honolulu, HI 96813-4909 Phone: (808) 522-8264 8876 Gulf Freeway, Suite 200 Houston, TX 77017-6595 Phone: (713) 948-3350 2760 Sherwood Lane, Suite 2A Juneau, AK 99801-8545 Phone: (907) 463-2458 1001 S. Seaside Avenue, Bldg. 20 San Pedro, CA 90731-0208 Phone: (562) 980-4485 200 Jefferson Ave., Suite 1302 Memphis, TN 38103 Phone: (901) 544-3297 51 SW 1st Ave, 6th Floor Miami, FL 33130-1608 Phone: (305) 536-6548/6874 9820 Lake Forest Blvd, Suite P New Orleans, LA 70127-3077 Phone: (504) 589-6183 Battery Park Building New York, NY 10004-8545 Phone: (212) 668-7492 6767 North Basin Avenue Portland, OR 97217-3992 Phone: (503) 240-9346 1519 Alaskan Way South Seattle, WA 98134-1192 Phone: (206) 217-6115 Bldg. 14, Rm. 109, Coast Guard Island San Francisco Bay, CA 94501-5100 Phone: (510) 437-3092 1222 Spruce Street, Suite 8.104E St. Louis, MO 63103-2835 Phone: (314) 539-3091 420 Madison Ave, Suite 700 Toledo, Ohio 43604 Phone: (419) 418-6010 3 RRF Vessels Successfully Complete ‘Turbo Activation’ The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Maritime Administration reported in late August that three SIU-crewed Ready Reserve Force (RRF) vessels recently completed unannounced readiness activation exercises. The Seafarers-crewed ships activated for the successful exercises were the Green Mountain State, Gem State and Grand Canyon State. The latter two vessels are berthed in Alameda, Calif. while the Green Mountain State is berthed in Bremerton, Wash. U.S. Maritime Administrator Capt. William Schubert noted, “Readiness exercises such as these keep our ships in shape to provide the support our armed forces need. Forty ships of the RRF provided sealift for the Iraqi conflict, and they had an operational reliability record of 98 percent. Success like that comes with practice.” The exercises, known as turbo activations, are sponsored and monitored by the Joint Chiefs of Staff and the U.S. Transportation Command. They are made without notice. During an exercise, RRF ships are directed to shift from a reduced operating status to a fully crewed status, with the quarters made habitable and cargo gear ready, within four or five days. Activations are often followed immediately by a sea trial. According the MarAd, the Grand Canyon State, Gem State and Green Mountain State were successfully delivered to the Military Sealift Command within their readiness time frames. The three ships are auxiliary crane vessels used to carry cargo. In addition, they can be used to load and unload other ships anywhere in the world and are particularly useful when port facilities have been damaged. Moe Biller workers.” “Moe was a leader—the leader—of the Great Postal Strike,” recalled APWU Vice President Cliff Guffey. “The strike began in his hometown and launched his national reputation as a crusader for economic justice.” In addition to numerous activities within the labor movement, Biller served on the boards of several charitable and civic organizations, including (among many others) the Muscular Dystrophy Association, United Way International, the National Advisory Council to the March of Dimes Birth Defects Foundation, and the Federal Executive Committee of the Combined Federal Campaign. Survivors include two sons, two daughters-in-law, and two granddaughters. Funeral services took place Sept. 7 in New York. The Green Mountain State (above) and the Grand Canyon State fared well in the latest turbo activation, as did the Gem State. October 2003 �Pgs7,9,14,15.qxd 9/29/2003 10:14 AM Page 7 Administration: Opening ANWR Means ‘Well-Paying Jobs’ in U.S. Pointing to potential benefits that include many thousands of new jobs for Americans, the Bush administration last month repeated its support for opening the coastal plain of Alaska’s Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR) “to environmentally responsible oil and gas exploration and development.” The remarks were contained in a letter from U.S. Secretary of Energy Spencer Abraham to a House-Senate conference committee on energy legislation (H.R. 6). Abraham described “a small part” of the coastal plain as the nation’s best onshore prospect for oil. “We applaud the House for providing for the exploration and development of 2,000 acres in the 19 million acre ANWR using the newest available technology and toughest environmental standards ever imposed on this kind of project,” Abraham wrote. “The House bill requires all activities to halt if they produce any significant adverse effect on the fish, the wildlife or the environment of ANWR…. Opening the ANWR is not only key to increasing domestic production and reducing dependence on foreign oil, but also to creating thousands of new well-paying jobs for American workers.” ANWR covers 19 million acres, more than half of which are designated as wilderness. The refuge is located in the northeastern corner of Alaska, edged by the Arctic Ocean on the north, the Prudhoe Bay oil field on the west and Canada on the east. The northern rim of ANWR, 1.2 million acres, was segregated by Congress for resource evaluation because of the potential for crude oil deposits beneath its surface. This area is called the coastal plain. Proponents of exploring ANWR—including the SIU— point out that the U.S. imports far more than half of the nation’s petroleum. For instance, two years ago, the U.S. imported 60 percent of its petroleum needs, at a cost of more than $100 billion. According to the coalition Arctic Power, “These oil imports robbed tens of thousands of steady, high-paying jobs from American workers.” The coalition also points out that more than 20,000 foreign supertankers (most single-hulled) offloaded oil at east, west and gulf coast refineries in 2001. Studies of ANWR’s coastal plain indicate it may contain between 6 and 16 billion barrels of recoverable oil. With enhanced recovery technology, ANWR oil could provide an additional 30 to 50 years of reliable supply. Natural gas, produced with the oil, could be reinjected or added to a new gas pipeline originating in Prudhoe Bay. Early this year, during meetings of the executive board of the AFL-CIO Maritime Trades Department, U.S. Rep. Don Young (R-Alaska) and Alaska Governor Frank Murkowski outlined how ANWR exploration potentially offers substantial benefits for the entire nation. “If we get ANWR, we will have, in fact, developed more merchant marine jobs than any other time in the last 25 years, ever since we built the pipeline,” stated Young, who chairs the House Resources Committee as well as the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Young said that ANWR exploration would not impact the “pristine area in Alaska. We have 147 million acres now that are still pristine and will always be pristine—and we’re talking about 2,000 acres (for potential exploration, all of it essentially and arc- tic desert). That will deliver us 1 million barrels of oil for the next hundred years. That’s the same amount of oil we’re buying from Saddam Hussein right now. And the idea that we’re thinking that we can’t drill there, yet people will say, All right, we’ll go there and take the oil from Iraq, is ridiculous.” Young added, “As our economy grows, we’ve got to have a good transportation system in place. Because without that, the economy will not grow and all those programs that everybody talks about—Social Security, prescription drugs, education—none of them can succeed because the economy shrivels.” Safe development of ANWR’s coastal plain offers many benefits for Americans, not the least of which is new jobs. On the Job in San Francisco Seafarers from the Ready Reserve Force vessel Cape Horn recently were honored in San Francisco upon returning from deployment in Operation Iraqi Freedom. The SIU crew is pictured above. Pictured at left at the ceremony are (from left) SIU Representative Archie Ware, Military Sealift Command Representative Linda Harman, MSC Pacific Representative Eugene Dawydiak and MEBA Representative John Anderson. October 2003 Clockwise from top left: QMED David Castro aboard the Eric G. Gibson; the SIU-crewed containership Eric G. Gibson; Bosun Inocencio Desaville paints the spare anchor aboard the tanker Allegiance; and SIU Representative Archie Ware (left) and Alaska Tanker Company Representative Andrew Loomis are pictured after meeting with crew members aboard the Kenai. Seafarers LOG 7 �Pgs1_5,8,11,16,24.qxd 9/28/2003 4:16 PM Page 8 Inquiring Seafarer With SIU Tug Crews . . . At ports throughout the U.S., SIU boatmen help provide vital ship-docking services as well as transporting cargoes. Their work is important to the nation’s commerce and to the security of port operations from coast to coast. Pictured here are SIU tug crews on the job in four different states. The photos were taken in September. What was your previous ship, and what do you remember about it? Asked of Seafarers in Baltimore in late August Jeff Johnson — Oiler I was on the Lt. Calvin P. Titus for four months. We took a partial load over to the Gulf and then just sat there, waiting (because of the situation involving Turkey). After a month, MSC gave orders to go load at the Kuwait naval base. Wes Abell — AB/Master The Crowley tug Patriarch, which is an oceangoing tug. We had a good crew. We towed 730-foot barges from Puerto Rico to Philadelphia. The weather was rough—you’ve got to hold on tight on those babies. Julie Dvoroznak — Chief Steward The Fidelio. We delivered tanks to northern Europe. It was a nice run, but we didn’t get enough time in port. That ship is a worker…. I guess people liked the food, because they just ate and ate and ate! John Cator — Chief Cook I was on the Yano for six months. During the war, it was smooth, no problems at all. We discharged military vehicles in Kuwait and then went back to South Carolina. Francisco Bravo — Bosun I was on the Overseas Joyce for three months. It’s a car carrier, and we went from Japan to New York and back, then to Jack- sonville, Baltimore and New York. Everything was good. We got lots of overtime, working hard, bell to bell. Terrence Carmody — AB The Tyco Decisive. It was kind of exciting, being on board a new ship when it’s christened. You can really see the progress of the SIU fleet. Before that, I was on the Algol and we made two runs to Kuwait. James Demoui — Electrician I sailed on the Gopher State—mainly in Guam, but we also went to Thailand and South Korea. It’s a crane ship and it has a lot of equipment. Captain Kerry Wright (left) stays alert aboard Crescent Towing’s tug New Orleans (right) in St. Rose, La. Top: Pictured aboard Crescent’s Angus R. Cooper are Deckhand Jason Bryan (left) and Engineer Bobby Milan. Below: Inside the boat, the same two Seafarers (this time with Milan on the left) catch up on the latest union news. Mark Canada — GUDE I’ve been on the Wright for four years, but before that I was on the Global Mariner. We put in some very long hours on that ship. With cablelaying operations, you can go a long time without seeing land. We’d lay cable off the coasts of England and New York, and then the Long Lines would come in and attach it. AB Jeff Davis opens the tug Wyoming at the Great Lakes Towing dock in Ecorse, Mich. Dante Slack — Chief Steward The USNS Prevail. It’s a T-AGOS ship and I’m not allowed to talk about it. Left: In Theodore, Ala., Seafarers gather for a photo aboard the Donald C. Hannah. Pictured from the left are OS Will Williams, AB/Utility Hillario Rochez, A/E Glenn Dome, AB Phil Lambeth and Hannah Marine Port Agent Jim Collum. CWA Settlements with Verizon Meet Key Goals The Communications Workers of America last month announced a tentative five-year collective bargaining settlement with Verizon Communications that meets the union’s key goals of protecting members’ job security rights, health care and other benefits and provides fair wage and pension improvements. The agreement, subject to member ratification, covers 60,000 workers in the company’s Northeast and Mid-Atlantic operations in 12 states and the District of Columbia. A similar settlement was announced by the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers representing another 18,000 Verizon employees. The two unions bargained in coordination and worked closely in member mobilization activities. Also last month, the CWA reported a tentative contract settlement for Verizon Wireless technicians who maintain the net- 8 Seafarers LOG Cook Lawrence Wilbanks reviews highlights of the new contract with OLS Transport on board the Mary E. Hannah in Whiting, Ind. work for the New York City area. The five-year agreement gives the workers seniority rights for the first time in determining the order of layoffs and job recalls, which was “one of our major goals in these talks,” said CWA District 1 Vice President Larry Mancino, who heads the union’s New York, New Jersey and New England region. Under terms of the contract covering the 60,000 members, health care premiums remain fully paid by the company for both active workers and retirees, which was another major CWA goal, the union reported. The agreement calls for some increases in deductibles and co-payments for medical care and prescription drugs, but as a percentage of Verizon’s total health care costs, employees’ contributions will be the same or slightly less by the end of the contract. Taking part in a rally for Verizon workers Aug. 13 on Staten Island, N.Y. are (left photo, from left) Seafarers Charlie DiCanio, Ed Doruth and George DiCanio and SIU VP Atlantic Coast Joseph Soresi. Below, workers gather outside a Verizon office to demand a fair contract. October 2003 �Pgs7,9,14,15.qxd 9/28/2003 12:43 AM Page 9 Fast Rescue Boat Course Stresses Practical Training A little more than a year has passed since the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education started offering fast rescue boat training. The U.S. Coast Guard-approved course continues to be well-received by students at the Piney Point, Md. facility, who may use it to satisfy the requirements of Table A-VI/2-2 of the STCW Code. As with nearly all other courses available at the Paul Hall Center, the fast rescue boat curriculum blends hands-on training and classroom instruction. Students receive practical assessments each day and must also pass a 50-question test. The center’s fast rescue boats are jet-driven (like those carried aboard ship), and the absence of propellers helps ensure safety during the class. The boats have rigid hulls and can stop very quickly— from 30 knots to a complete stop in one boat length. The course’s hands-on components include familiarization with the boats, pivot turns, sector searches (utilized when there’s evidence of mishap, such as a capsized boat) and expanded-square searches (embarked upon when mariners essentially are making a “best guess” about the possible location of someone in distress). Other practical training involves approaches to the training vessel Osprey, under way at 6 to 8 knots, and securing a line from the vessel that keeps the boat alongside (as may be done when transferring people). Students are required to swim two boat lengths, and each mariner takes a turn as the “man overboard.” The other members of the class then simulate different types of rescues—“direct” for an unconscious victim, indirect for one who’s conscious. The latter technique uses a rescue line. The fast rescue boat course helps students meet some of the requirements of the STCW Code. The schooling includes transferring personnel from the rescue boat to the training vessel Osprey. Hands-on training, a key feature of the fast rescue boat course, has been a staple at the Paul Hall Center since the school opened in 1967. Steelworkers Urge Continuation of Tariffs The United Steelworkers of America (USWA) last month staged a half-dozen rallies and also launched television and radio ads urging President Bush to keep his commitment to workers and the steel industry by maintaining tariffs that have benefited the industry since last year. Seafarers participated in the USWA’s rally Sept. 23 in Washington, D.C. Three days earlier, the Steelworkers conducted demonstrations in Pennsylvania, Michigan, Indiana, Minnesota and Alabama. The tariffs are supposed to run through 2005, but the International Trade Commission’s mid-session review (due late last month) may recommend an earlier end to the program. USWA President Leo Gerard said the program has led to billions of dollars in new investments, productivity gains and innovative labormanagement partnerships that have brought new health to the industry. In recent years, steel has battled unfair foreign competition that has cost more than 50,000 jobs, forced dozens of steel firms into bankruptcy and cost 200,000 retirees their health care coverage. “Our message to the Bush administration is clear,” said Gerard. “Our union and the integrated steel companies have kept our pledge to streamline the industry. We’ve negotiated breakthrough agreements to make that consolidation possible. Now the president needs to stand his Seafarers march in support of their brother and sister trade unionists from the Steelworkers. The demonstration took place last month in Washington, D.C. At the rally in D.C., U.S. Senator Arlen Specter (R-Pa.) voices support for the domestic steel industry. October 2003 ground against the unfounded claims of our foreign competitors and hold to his original commitment by keeping the steel tariffs in place until 2005.” The ads make the case that the president’s steel program is working. Since the tariffs were put in place 18 months ago, billions have been invested, companies are consolidating and labor and management are creating innovative partnerships to secure productivity gains. Steel prices in the U.S. are among the lowest in the world and steel is readily available. This is vastly different to the situation facing this vital manufacturing industry before the president acted in early 2002. More than 30 American steel companies were forced into bankruptcy and 17 had to liquidate, wiping out nearly 50,000 manufacturing jobs, threatening tens of thousands more jobs and eliminating health care coverage for more than 200,000 steelworker retirees. While the industry has made good progress, significant work remains over the next 18 months, Gerard noted. The sweeping changes made possible by the tariffs are in the process of being implemented. More consolidation needs to occur and the industry’s financial health must be restored, he said. Ending the tariffs or scaling them back would jeopardize this manufacturing industry’s recovery just as it is getting under way. The ads feature President Bush’s message on Labor Day that “one way to make sure that the manufacturing sector does well is to send a message overseas…we expect there to be a fair playing field when it comes to trade.” The ads underscore “that’s what President Bush’s three-year steel program is all about: helping a vital manufacturing indus- Bill Klinefelter, director of USWA’s Washington legislative office, speaks to rally participants Sept. 23 outside the U.S. Department of Commerce. Boxes of petitions favoring steel tariffs are to his right. try recover from years of illegal trade,” Gerard said. The ads highlight President Bush’s statement: “See, we here in America believe we can compete with anybody, just so long as the rules are fair, and we intend to keep the rules fair.” In addition to Seafarers and USWA members and officials, the rallies drew participation from federal, state and local elected officials and steel company representatives. SOCP to Meet in Piney Point The Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education, located in Piney Point, Md., is scheduled to host the next meeting of the Ship Operations Cooperative Program (SOCP). The meeting dates are Oct. 7-8. In announcing the conference, the SOCP noted that U.S. Maritime Administrator Capt. William G. Schubert will address the group. At press time, other confirmed speakers included (among others) SIU President Michael Sacco; Rear Admiral Thomas Gilmour, USCG, assistant commandant for Marine Safety, Security and Environmental Protection; Alaska Tanker Co. CEO Anil Mathur; U.S. Coast Guard Captains Ernie Fink and William Abernathy; and Captain Tom Bushy of the Massachusetts Maritime Academy. A panel presentation on “short sea shipping” initiatives as well as technical presentations on Automatic Identification Systems in the barge industry, intermodal freight opportunities on the Great Lakes/St. Lawrence Seaway System and SE Michigan, GPS-based cargo tracking systems and cargo container advanced 3-D scanning will round out the first day’s agenda. The second day features updates on projects such as the SOCP’s mariner administrative card (MAC), ILO/IMO mariner credentialing activities, and more. More information is available at www.socp.org SOCP is a private/public partnership formed in 1993 to share resources and the application of technology to improve profitability, ship safety, training, and quality of operations, equipment reliability, productivity and competitiveness for its members. Seafarers LOG 9 �Pgs6,10,12,13,17_23.qxd 9/29/2003 5:41 AM Page 10 Around the Port of Wilmington . . . The USNS Sisler recently docked at the old Long Beach Naval Station. SIU Wilmington Port Agent John Cox and SIU Rep. Nick Rios held a shipboard meeting after the vessel cleared customs and immigration. The crew then went to work readying the vessel for unloading, after which the Maersk Line LMSR headed to the shipyard in Portland, Ore. Showing off one of the cleanest galleys around are steward department members aboard the USNS Sisler. From the left are Recertified Steward Susan Bowman, Chief Cook Adry Libra and ACU Kimberly Strate. From left, AB Dragi Okak, Mate Wayne Berry, Mate Ed Brooks, AB Herman Monigka and AB John DiMeglio operate and work aboard Crowley tugs in the port of Los Angeles. Showing off her hard-earned 3rd engineers license is Electrician Ramona Gayton. With her are (from left) Patrolman Jesse Solis, Port Agent John Cox and SIU Rep. Nick Rios. Welcoming the SIU reps aboard the Crowley tug Tioga are Mate Wayne Berry (left) and AB John DiMeglio. . . . and at the Labor Day Parade Seafarers showed their colors during the Sept. 1 Labor Day Parade in Wilmington. Marching with the SIU banner are Seafarers and their families, including Nick Rios, Tausha Cox, Jeff Turkus, Sonny (the dog), Jesse Solis, Louis Diaz, Carey Heinz, Steve Bradfute, Dominic Nonato, Varney Milner, Vince Ippolito, Robert Starcevich and John Cox. It was a great day for a parade! In photo above left, Patrolman Jeff Turkus (and dog Sonny) join SIU Rep. Nick Rios on the parade route. In photo above right, Turkus poses with Wilmington Port Agent John Cox during a pause in the day’s events. 10 Seafarers LOG Participating in the Labor Day Parade are (from left) AB Varney Milner, SA Robert Starcevich and AB Vincent Ippolito. October 2003 �Pgs1_5,8,11,16,24.qxd 9/29/2003 9:52 AM Page 11 OMU Samuel Garrett sent along these three photos, taken aboard the Liberty Sun. From the left: Bosun Greg Jenkins prepares for arrival in port; AB Eddie Ebanks, AB Mark Butler and Unlicensed Apprentice Kerri Curtin keep up on the necessary maintenance work aboard ship; DEU Anthony Burrell (far right) waits for supper from the galley gang, (from left) Chief Steward Jerry Tucker, Chief Cook Teofilo Blanco and GSU Julio Zapata. Snapshots from the Membership Right: AB Jesse Toves, who recently returned to Guam from England, stopped by the union hall to register and check out the job situation. He is planning to spend some quality time with his family before returning to work. Here, he points to the federal laws that protect him and his family. He says everyone should know their rights—the rights for which the union has fought so hard. Left: Ian Allison, a retired Seafarer and president of the North Bay Chapter of the American Merchant Marine Veterans, donates a mariner’s chart to the Paul Hall Center in Piney Point, Md. The chart, which now hangs in the Drozak Building hallway near the deck department classrooms, includes detailed information about different types of sailing vessels. David Martin, an instructor from the Paul Hall Center, recently conducted on-site training aboard the USNS Dahl in Newport News, Va. Topics covered included damage control, environmental awareness and CBR-D training. Above, crew members pose on the ship’s deck. At left, Bosun Klaus “Whitey” Tankersley patches a pipe with the help of another crew member. John Hetmanski, executive chef at the Paul Hall Center (second from left) and Romeo Lupinacci, corporate executive chef at the Paul Hall Center (third from left) attend a dinner for members of the prestigious culinary organization, the Honorable Order of the Golden Toque. With them are Robert Norgrad, the grand commander, and Phillip Bucci. Putting out some great meals aboard the Overseas Joyce are steward department members, from left, Unlicensed Apprentice Michael Henry, GSU Hernan Sanga, Chief Steward James Willey and Chief Cook Julito Crodua. Henry is the first trainee to come aboard the Overseas Joyce who would like to remain a galley gang member. October 2003 When Wilmington Safety Director Jeff Turkus (right) was at Piney Point in August for a meeting of the safety directors, he presented a plaque of appreciation to the manpower office on behalf of the port of Wilmington. Accepting the plaque are, from the left, Ginger Bagwell, Giselle Viohl, Bonnie Johnson and Janice Geisz. Tony Colon-Rios (left), chief cook aboard the Horizon Challenger, is presented with the vessel’s annual award for outstanding seamanship by Captain Donald Isler (right). Looking on is Bosun Roy Williams. The “Goodman” award is given to the person who exhibits the finest qualities of workmanship and professionalism, along with an unselfish attitude and an unwavering dedication to the welfare of everyone on board. A retirement party was held for Captain Jim Pruitt on board the tug Baltimore in the port of Philadelphia. Seated from the left are Roger Campbell, chief operating officer, Express Marine; Captain Jim Pruitt and Port Engineer Pierre Daigle. Standing from left are AB Ottis Foster, Chief Engineer Sammy Edwards and Mate Guy Pruitt. Seafarers LOG 11 �Pgs6,10,12,13,17_23.qxd 9/26/2003 2:35 PM Page 12 SIU’s Progress Ev The North Star (shown in photos above and below) is one of two new Orca Class RO/ROs to join TOTE’s SIU-crewed fleet this year. The Tacoma, Wash. area is one of the busiest in the nation for Seafarers, as illustrated by a recent look at that port and its surroundings. A snapshot of the SIU in Tacoma also highlights some of the union’s recent gains. In late August, the new TOTE ship North Star arrived in Tacoma and was greeted by SIU representatives. During the ensuing shipboard meetings, members and officials discussed important current events affecting the industry. They also recognized the native Alaskans sailing aboard the new vessel and celebrated the ship’s completion and delivery. More recently, Seafarers welcomed Intrepid Ship Management’s new ATB Ocean Reliance—the fourth in a series of new builds. Christened in Bellingham, Wash. and based in Long Beach, Calif., the Ocean Reliance has an accompanying double-hulled barge. Meanwhile, Seafarers aboard Alaska Tanker Co.’s fleet continue to help set safety records. In early August, ATC tankers collectively reached four million man hours without a lost-time injury. A month earlier, company one year w anywhere During jointly pre well-recei will be pa available, where the Additio number o fresh pain The po ping term ufacturing than 28,00 jobs in W The po marine ca Alaska. SIU VP West Coast Nick Marrone (left) and SIU VP Gulf Coast cuss union and maritime industry issues with crew members abo the vessel just prior to christening in Bellingham, Wash. on Sep Left Rela (left Wes Mar Sea Tons Ore Seafarers and SIU officials attending the Ocean Reliance christening included (from left) Captain Georg Coast Dean Corgey, Second Mate Peter Funk, SIU Tacoma Port Agent Bryan Powell, Chief Mate Tony Brendan Sadler and VP West Coast Nick Marrone. 12 Seafarers LOG October 2003 �Pgs6,10,12,13,17_23.qxd 9/26/2003 2:36 PM Page 13 vident in Tacoma any and crew members celebrated the completion of ear without any of ATC’s ships spilling any oil to sea, here. ring recent shipboard meetings, SIU and ATC officials y presented details about payroll changes that were received by Seafarers. The alterations mean ATC crews be paid more often. Electronic deposits are more readily able, and there is greater flexibility concerning how and e the crews receive their pay. ditionally, the SIU hall in Tacoma has undergone a er of modest but useful upgrades—everything from paint to décor to expansion of the administrative area. e port itself covers 2,400 acres that are used for shipterminal activity and warehouse, distributing, and manuring. Port activities reportedly account for more 28,000 jobs in Pierce County, Wash. and 101,000 n Washington State. e port also handles more than 70 percent of the ne cargo moving between the lower 48 states and ka. Chief Cook Valonder Alford prepares to serve lunch aboard the Overseas Washington. Left: SIU Representative Joe Vincenzo (right) assists AB Leroy Williamson at the service counter in Tacoma. The North Star’s crew list features several Seafarers from Alaska, including those pictured above. Standing left to right are SIU Representative Trebion Dixon, Bosun John Glenn, GUDE Eileen Lammers, AB Matel Romney and SIU Tacoma Port Agent Bryan Powell. oast Dean Corgey (second from left) diss aboard the ATB Ocean Reliance aboard Sept. 9. Left: ATC Labor Relations VP Bill Cole (left) and SIU VP West Coast Nick Marrone meet with Seafarers aboard the Tonsina in Portland, Ore. GUDE Eileen Lammers is one of several native Alaskans sailing aboard the North Star. Pictured with her aboard the ship are TOTE President and CEO Bob Magee (left) and SIU Tacoma Port Agent Bryan Powell. OS Jose Laranjo paints aboard the Overseas Washington. eorge Sadler, VP Gulf Tony Cataldo, GUDE October 2003 The SIU and Alaska Tanker Co. recently conducted joint meetings aboard several ATC ships to implement and explain the company’s new payroll system and to review maritime issues. Pictured on the Overseas Washington are (from left) ATC Crewing Manager Jim Hall, SIU Tacoma Port Agent Bryan Powell and Overseas Washington Captain David Arzt. Seafarers aboard the Tonsina have helped ATC achieve one safety milestone after another, including a current fleet-wide run of more than 4 million “man hours” without a lost-time injury. Pictured with the crew is SIU VP West Coast Nick Marrone (kneeling, sixth from left). Seafarers LOG 13 �Pgs7,9,14,15.qxd 9/28/2003 12:58 AM Page 14 College Tuition Rates on the Rise Start Working on Your Scholarship Application Paying for college can be one of the largest financial investments a family will make, and many college-bound students and their parents will have to dig a lot deeper to find the money to pay tuition as well as room and board. Tuition increases have risen well past the rate of inflation and are expected to be the largest in 30 years—many in double digits. Many students secure some sort of financial aid, but much of that money is in the form of loans—which eventually must be repaid—and only puts a student deeper in debt. But this fall, six students who were awarded scholarship monies Receiving a scholarship packet at the new SIU hall in Joliet is Niky Las, from the Seafarers Health and daughter of AB/Bosun Ron Las (right). With them are SIU Vice Benefits Plan in 2003 walked President Lakes and Inland Waters Tom Orzechowski (standing left) through the doors of colleges and and SIU Joliet Port Agent Don Thornton. universities to start or, in some cases, continue their quest for education at a higher level. These received, applicants should then check the eligistudents took advantage of the unique benefit bility information and, if they are eligible, should available to them as members of the Seafarers start collecting some of the other paperwork International Union or as spouses and dependent which must be submitted along with the full children of SIU members and pensioners. application by the April 15, 2004 deadline. Eight scholarships are being offered in 2004 These items include transcripts and certificates from the Seafarers Health and Benefits Plan. of graduation. Since schools ar often quite slow in Three of the scholarships are reserved for SIU handling transcript requests, the sooner the members. One is in the amount of $20,000 for requests are made, the better. study at a four-year college or university. The Another part of the application package other two are for $6,000 each and are intended as includes letters of recommendation solicited from two-year awards for study at a post-secondary individuals who know the applicants character, community college or vocational school. The personality and career goals. A photograph of the other five scholarships will be awarded in the applicant as well as a certified copy of his or her amount of $20,000 each to the spouses and birth certificate also need to be included. dependent children of Seafarers. The selection committee looks at the high Now is a great time to begin the application school grades of all applicants and also checks the process. The first step is sending away for the scores of either their Scholastic Aptitude Tests Seafarers Scholarship Program booklet. To (SAT) or American College Tests (ACT). receive a copy of this guide, fill out the coupon at Therefore, arrangements should be made to take right and return it to the address listed on the these exams no later than February 2004 to ensure form. Or, like Niky Las, in the photo above, pick the results reach the committee in time to be evalup a copy of the booklet at your nearest SIU hall. uated. Once the scholarship booklet has been Those Seafarers and dependents who previous- Are You Receiving All Your Important Mail? In order to ensure that each active SIU member and pensioner receives a copy of the Seafarers LOG every month—as well as other important mail such as W-2 forms, pension and health insurance checks and bulletins or notices—a correct home address must be on file with the union. If you have moved recently or feel that you are not getting your union mail, please use the form on this page to update your home address. Your home address is your permanent address, and this is where all official union documents will be mailed (unless otherwise specified). If you are getting more than one copy of the LOG delivered to you, if you have changed your address, or if your name or address is misprinted or incomplete, please fill out the form and send it to: Seafarers International Union Address Correction Dept. 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 or via e-mail, contact: kclements@seafarers.org. HOME ADDRESS FORM 10/03 (Please Print) Name: __________________________________________________________________ Phone No:________________________________________________________________ Address: ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ Social Security No.: ________ / ______ / __________ ‡ Active SIU ‡ Pensioner Book No.: ___________ ‡ Other This will be my permanent address for all official union mailings. This address should remain in the union file unless otherwise changed by me personally. 14 Seafarers LOG ly have applied for a Seafarers scholarship and were not selected are encouraged to apply again this year, provided they still meet all the eligibility requirements. Don’t let the steadily increasing costs of a college education stop you from reach your goals. The Seafarers Scholarship Program can make a difference. Send Away for Your Program Booklet Today! P lease send me the 2004 SIU Scholarship Program booklet which contains eligibility information, procedures for applying and a copy of the application form. 10/03 Name ________________________________________ Mariner’s Social Security Number __________________ Street Address ________________________________ City, State, Zip Code ____________________________ Telephone Number______________________________ This application is for: † Self † Dependent Mail this completed form to Scholarship Program, Seafarers Health and Benefits Plan, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. IMPORTANT NOTICE SEAFARERS HEALTH AND BENEFITS PLAN COBRA NOTICE HEALTH CARE CONTINUATION Under federal law, a participant and his or her dependents have the right to elect to continue their Plan coverage in the event that they lose their eligibility. This right is granted by the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act, better known as “COBRA.” The COBRA law allows a participant and his or her dependents to temporarily extend their benefits at group rates in certain circumstances where coverage under the Plan would otherwise end. A participant and his or her dependents have a right to choose this continuation coverage if they lose their Plan coverage because the participant failed to meet the Plan’s seatime requirements. In addition, a participant and his or her dependents may have the right to choose continuation coverage if the participant becomes a pensioner ineligible for medical benefits. The participant’s dependents may also elect continuation coverage if they lose coverage under the Plan as the result of the participant’s (1) death; (2) divorce; or (3) Medicare eligibility. A child can also elect COBRA if as the result of his or her age, he or she is no longer a dependent under the Plan rules. If a member and his or her dependents feel that they may qualify, or if they would like more information concerning these rights, they should contact the Plan office at 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. Since there are important deadlines that apply to COBRA, please contact the Plan as soon as possible to receive a full explanation of the participant’s rights and his or her dependents’ rights. SEAFARERS BENEFIT PLANS NOTICE TO PARTICIPANTS Keep the Plan Informed of your Address Changes It is important that all participants remember to keep the Plan informed of any change of address. Update your Beneficiary Designations Keep your beneficiary designations up to date. In the event that your beneficiary predeceases you, you must submit a substitute designation. Inform the Plan of your Divorce In order for your spouse to be eligible to receive continuation coverage (under COBRA) from the Seafarers Health and Benefits Plan, you or your spouse must inform the Plan at the time of your divorce. Please submit a copy of the divorce decree to the Seafarers Health and Benefits Plan. Full-time College Students If your dependent child is a full-time college student, you must submit a letter of attendance every semester in order for your child to be covered by the Seafarers Health and Benefits Plan. Seafarers Health and Benefits Plan P.O. Box 380 Piney Point, MD 20674 October 2003 �Pgs7,9,14,15.qxd 9/28/2003 1:10 AM Page 15 Dispatchers’ Report for Deep Sea AUGUST 16 — SEPTEMBER 15, 2003 *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Port Algonac Baltimore Guam Honolulu Houston Jacksonville Mobile New Orleans New York Norfolk Philadelphia Piney Point Puerto Rico San Francisco St. Louis Tacoma Wilmington Totals 0 5 2 5 25 38 14 29 25 14 4 2 9 22 3 28 19 244 0 2 5 3 14 30 9 22 20 21 1 3 11 11 2 22 20 196 1 2 1 2 15 12 2 10 8 5 3 1 0 5 4 21 13 105 0 5 0 4 23 29 13 14 11 12 1 0 7 12 1 23 11 166 0 0 3 5 15 21 7 14 8 15 0 5 4 4 3 16 9 129 0 1 0 1 8 6 2 7 2 6 0 0 0 0 3 8 5 49 0 1 0 0 10 17 3 2 5 3 3 1 2 10 0 8 8 73 3 7 2 13 42 58 19 35 52 23 9 3 15 37 4 54 29 405 1 5 6 12 19 35 14 25 36 23 3 14 12 14 3 25 35 282 2 3 3 5 30 20 5 16 25 5 5 2 1 8 8 29 24 191 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 0 6 2 6 13 15 6 9 11 9 4 1 1 8 1 18 6 116 0 3 1 5 9 20 7 4 9 12 4 1 0 6 3 13 5 102 0 0 0 1 11 2 0 3 7 2 1 1 0 2 1 5 4 40 0 4 2 8 11 27 2 11 17 13 5 5 0 18 3 9 27 162 1 1 3 3 2 4 3 6 7 12 0 5 0 5 1 2 3 58 0 0 0 1 1 3 0 2 5 6 0 0 2 1 1 3 2 27 0 0 0 6 12 21 2 5 10 3 4 1 1 12 0 13 21 111 Algonac Baltimore Guam Honolulu Houston Jacksonville Mobile New Orleans New York Norfolk Philadelphia Piney Point Puerto Rico San Francisco St. Louis Tacoma Wilmington Totals 0 0 0 5 3 2 1 1 5 0 1 0 2 3 0 3 1 27 3 2 2 13 12 21 5 9 35 11 3 3 5 10 1 13 5 153 2 1 1 6 14 21 1 7 21 8 2 7 1 6 0 16 7 121 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 1 0 0 0 3 5 0 1 2 14 1 2 1 4 5 5 4 6 16 7 3 1 2 9 0 9 2 77 Totals All Departments 549 509 293 377 312 Port Algonac Baltimore Guam Honolulu Houston Jacksonville Mobile New Orleans New York Norfolk Philadelphia Piney Point Puerto Rico San Francisco St. Louis Tacoma Wilmington Totals **REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT Port Algonac Baltimore Guam Honolulu Houston Jacksonville Mobile New Orleans New York Norfolk Philadelphia Piney Point Puerto Rico San Francisco St. Louis Tacoma Wilmington Totals Trip Reliefs 0 5 0 5 7 25 6 9 3 3 0 0 7 7 0 7 2 86 0 2 1 0 3 13 3 3 3 12 1 0 3 6 2 8 4 64 1 1 0 1 2 0 1 0 2 1 0 0 0 1 1 6 0 17 0 1 0 2 1 11 1 2 3 3 0 1 4 1 0 13 1 44 0 7 2 10 23 24 8 17 20 13 6 3 2 17 1 23 8 184 0 4 3 9 12 29 10 10 17 17 4 2 0 13 5 24 14 173 1 1 2 1 21 11 1 6 12 2 2 1 0 3 1 9 8 82 0 1 0 2 2 10 2 0 5 2 0 0 2 2 0 4 8 40 0 6 2 14 25 29 4 15 29 18 3 6 0 38 3 31 37 260 1 1 2 7 6 8 7 5 8 17 0 7 3 5 1 6 5 89 0 0 0 5 5 4 0 5 7 10 0 0 2 1 2 3 2 46 Port 1 3 0 2 6 7 0 0 4 5 1 6 2 2 0 12 3 54 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 8 4 5 0 3 8 0 1 0 4 5 0 5 4 47 3 1 3 22 27 33 6 12 47 11 1 16 6 18 1 32 11 250 2 2 1 13 26 37 3 19 55 15 2 9 0 10 1 25 16 236 133 157 896 794 555 1 0 0 1 0 2 0 0 2 1 0 0 0 1 0 4 1 13 Algonac ..................Friday: November 7, December 12 Baltimore ................Thursday: November 6, December 11 Boston.....................Friday: November 7, December 12 Duluth .....................Wednesday: November 12, Dec. 17 Guam ......................Thursday: November 20 ................................Friday: December 26* ................................*(change created by Christmas holiday) Honolulu .................Friday: November 14, December 19 Houston ..................Monday: November 10, December 15 Jacksonville ............Thursday: November 6, December 11 Mobile ....................Wednesday: November 12, Dec. 17 New Bedford ..........Tuesday: November 18, December 23 New Orleans ...........Wednesday: November 12* ................................Tuesday: December 16 ................................*(change created by Veterans Day holiday) New York................Tuesday: November 4, December 9 Norfolk ...................Thursday: November 6, December 11 Philadelphia ............Wednesday: November 5, Dec. 10 Port Everglades.......Thursday: November 13, December 18 San Francisco .........Thursday: November 13, December 18 San Juan..................Thursday: November 6, December 11 ENTRY DEPARTMENT *“Total Registered” means the number of Seafarers who actually registered for shipping at the port. **“Registered on Beach” means the total number of Seafarers registered at the port. October 2003 Piney Point .............Monday: November 3, December 8 Joliet .......................Thursday: November 13, December 18 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 1 1 2 3 1 8 1 5 4 3 1 0 1 7 1 2 1 42 November & December 2003 Membership Meetings Deep Sea, Lakes, Inland Waters St. Louis..................Friday: November 14, December 19 Tacoma ...................Friday: November 21, December 26 Wilmington ...............Monday: November 17, December 22 ................................ Each port’s meeting starts at 10:30 a.m. Personals SUMPTER GAULT Anyone knowing the whereabouts of former NMU member Sumpter Gault may contact his nephew Billy F. Gault by email at BillFGault@aol.com, by phone at (501) 241-1083, or by mail at 4504 Pennpointe Place, Jacksonville, AR 72076. Correction Editor’s Note: The August 2003 Welcome Ashore Column carried a retirement announcement on Brother Leon T. Jekot. That piece contained some erroneous information. It is being reprinted with the correct information. LEON T. JEKOT, 61, joined the SIU in 1960 in San Francisco. Brother Jekot first went to sea aboard the Ocean Alice, a Maritime Overseas Corp. vessel. A native of Philadelphia, he shipped in the deck department as a bosun. He upgraded his skills often at the union’s training school in Piney Point, Md. and completed the bosun receritifcation course in 1980. Brother Jekot lives in St. Augustine, Fla. He last worked on the USNS Capella. Seafarers LOG 15 �Pgs1_5,8,11,16,24.qxd 9/28/2003 4:47 PM Page 16 Seafarers International Union Directory NMU Monthly Shipping & Registration Report AUGUST 2003 Michael Sacco, President TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Group I Group II Group III John Fay, Executive Vice President David Heindel, Secretary-Treasurer TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Group I Group II Group III Trip Reliefs REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Group I Group II Group III Augustin Tellez, Vice President Contracts Tom Orzechowski, Vice President Lakes and Inland Waters Dean Corgey, Vice President Gulf Coast Nicholas J. Marrone, Vice President West Coast Joseph T. Soresi, Vice President Atlantic Coast Kermett Mangram, Vice President Government Services René Lioeanjie, Vice President at Large Charles Stewart, Vice President at Large HEADQUARTERS 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746 (301) 899-0675 ALGONAC 520 St. Clair River Dr., Algonac, MI 48001 (810) 794-4988 ALTON 325 Market St., Suite B, Alton, IL 62002 (618) 462-3456 ANCHORAGE 721 Sesame St., #1C, Anchorage, AK 99503 (907) 561-4988 BALTIMORE 2315 Essex St., Baltimore, MD 21224 (410) 327-4900 BOSTON 520 Dorchester Ave., Boston, MA 02127 (617) 269-7877 DULUTH 324 W. Superior St., Suite 705, Duluth, MN 55802 (218) 722-4110 GUAM P.O. Box 23127, Barrigada, Guam 96921 125 Sunny Plaza, Suite 301-E Tun Jesus Crisostomo St., Tamuning, Guam 96911 (671) 647-1350 HONOLULU 606 Kalihi St., Honolulu, HI 96819 (808) 845-5222 HOUSTON 1221 Pierce St., Houston, TX 77002 (713) 659-5152 JACKSONVILLE 3315 Liberty St., Jacksonville, FL 32206 (904) 353-0987 JOLIET 10 East Clinton St., Joliet, IL 60432 (815) 723-8002 MOBILE 1640 Dauphin Island Pkwy, Mobile, AL 36605 (251) 478-0916 NEW BEDFORD 48 Union St., New Bedford, MA 02740 (508) 997-5404 NEW ORLEANS 3911 Lapalco Blvd., Harvey, LA 70058 (504) 328-7545 NEW YORK 635 Fourth Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11232 (718) 499-6600 Government Services Division: (718) 832-8767 NORFOLK 115 Third St., Norfolk, VA 23510 (757) 622-1892 PHILADELPHIA 2604 S. 4 St., Philadelphia, PA 19148 (215) 336-3818 PINEY POINT P.O. Box 75, Piney Point, MD 20674 (301) 994-0010 PORT EVERGLADES 1221 S. Andrews Ave., Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33316 (954) 522-7984 SAN FRANCISCO 350 Fremont St., San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 543-5855 Government Services Division: (415) 861-3400 SANTURCE 1057 Fernandez Juncos Ave., Stop 16 Santurce, PR 00907 (787) 721-4033 ST. LOUIS 4581 Gravois Ave., St. Louis, MO 63116 (314) 752-6500 TACOMA 3411 South Union Ave., Tacoma, WA 98409 (253) 272-7774 Port Boston Houston Harvey, LA New York Norfolk San Pedro Tacoma Totals DECK DEPARTMENT 7 5 5 8 2 18 1 46 1 1 1 2 0 0 0 5 0 0 4 1 0 0 0 5 Port Boston Houston Harvey, LA New York Norfolk San Pedro Tacoma Totals 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 2 1 2 7 7 0 14 0 31 10 11 8 20 2 32 0 83 9 1 4 7 0 20 0 41 0 7 9 6 0 0 0 22 2 3 1 3 0 9 0 18 1 5 8 13 2 14 0 43 3 1 2 14 0 40 0 60 0 3 3 10 0 0 0 16 0 1 2 1 0 8 0 12 1 5 2 4 2 11 0 25 0 0 4 8 0 8 0 20 0 1 3 11 0 0 0 15 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 2 1 2 5 0 7 1 18 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 2 1 0 0 0 0 3 Port Boston Houston Harvey, LA New York Norfolk San Pedro Tacoma Totals 3 1 2 9 0 1 0 16 1 2 0 4 1 2 0 10 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 1 3 0 3 2 2 0 11 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Port 5 0 1 2 1 1 0 10 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 ENTRY DEPARTMENT Boston Houston Harvey, LA New York Norfolk San Pedro Tacoma Totals 1 3 2 3 0 2 0 11 0 1 0 3 0 7 0 11 0 2 1 1 0 0 0 4 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 4 3 5 0 3 0 17 3 12 4 15 0 62 0 96 19 5 0 18 0 52 0 94 4 7 8 44 0 0 0 63 Totals All Departments 86 19 12 37 3 3 78 244 215 116 PIC-FROM-THE-PAST This photo was sent to the LOG by pensioner Joseph Bertie Fruge of Sulphur, La. It was taken in December 1962 at the docks in Texas City, Texas. Fruge, who sailed in the deck department, is chatting with the chief mate. Both were working on the Cities Service Miami, seen in the background. Now 69, Fruge states: “Those were the good old days! I’m proud to say I am a member of the Seafarers International Union. It has been good to me all these years. I’m retired now, but I remember lots of good times at sea, and the men I worked with, good men!” If anyone has a vintage union-related photograph he or she would like to share with the LOG readership, it should be sent to the Seafarers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. Photographs will be returned, if so requested. WILMINGTON 510 N. Broad Ave., Wilmington, CA 90744 (310) 549-4000 16 Seafarers LOG October 2003 �Pgs6,10,12,13,17_23.qxd 9/29/2003 5:42 AM Page 17 Welcome Ashore Each month, the Seafarers LOG pays tribute to the SIU members who have devoted their working lives to sailing aboard U.S.-flag vessels on the deep seas, inland waterways or Great Lakes. Listed below are brief biographical sketches of those members who recently retired from the union. The brothers and sisters of the SIU thank those members for a job well done and wish them happiness and good health in the days ahead. DEEP SEA ROYCE BARRETT, 66, began his career with the SIU in 1990 after serving in the U.S. Navy. He joined in the port of Wilmington, Calif. His first ship was Interocean Management Corp.’s Meteor. Born in Callahan County, Texas, Brother Barrett worked in both the deck and engine departments. He upgraded his skills at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md. in 2000 and 2002. The Westminster, Calif. resident last went to sea aboard the Overseas Joyce. VIRGILIO CASILDO, 65, was born in Honduras. Brother Casildo joined the Seafarers in 1991 in Houston. His first ship was the USNS Capella. Brother Casildo worked in both the engine and steward departments and enhanced his skills on two occasions at the Paul Hall Center. His last voyage was aboard the Overseas New Orleans. Brother Casildo makes his home in Houston. DONNA CLEMONS, 64, began her seafaring career in 1984 in the port of Piney Point, Md. Sister Clemons first sailed aboard the USNS Kane. Born in California, she shipped in the steward department. She was a frequent upgrader at the union’s training school in Piney Point, Md., completing the steward recertification program in 1992. She last sailed on the SL Challenger. Sister Clemons calls Las Vegas home. JOSE A. DE LOS SANTOS, 59, launched his SIU career in 1964 in the port of Baltimore. Born in Puerto Rico, Brother De Los Santos first worked on the Rio Grande, a Rio Grande Transport, Inc. vessel. The steward department member last sailed on the Horizon Challenger. Brother De Los Santos lives in his native commonwealth. VINCENT FLORES JR., 52, joined the Seafarer ranks in 1982 in San Francisco. His first ship was the Lurline, a Matson Navigation Co. vessel. Born in the Philippines, Brother Flores worked in all three shipboard departments. He upgraded October 2003 his skills at the Paul Hall Center in 1994 and resides in Pinole, Calif. ROBERT GARCIA, 60, began his career with the SIU in 1969 in the port of New York after serving in the U.S. Marine Corps. His first voyage was on the Steel Artisan, an Isco Inc. vessel. Born in Washington, D.C., Brother Garcia shipped in the deck department as a bosun. He upgraded his skills on nine separate occasions at the Paul Hall Center, completing the bosun recertification course in 1979. Brother Garcia last worked aboard the SL Patriot. He lives in Encinitas, Calif. JOSEPH A. OSARIO, 64, started his career with the Seafarers in 1968 in New Orleans. His initial voyage was aboard the Sabine. Brother Osario shipped in the deck department as a bosun. He completed the bosun recertification course in 1989 at the Paul Hall Center. His last vessel was Interocean Management Corp.’s El Morro. Brother Osario was born in New Mexico; he now calls Toa Baja, P.R. home. ARDEN L. SELLICK, 64, embarked on his SIU career in 1963 in Seattle. Brother Sellick initially went to sea aboard an Isco Inc. vessel. The Oregon native shipped in the engine department and last sailed on the Walter Rice. Brother Sellick is a resident of Portland, Ore. KLAUS TAMMLER, 66, was born in Germany. He joined the SIU in the port of Honolulu. Brother Tammler’s first ship was the Overseas Valdez. The deck department member last worked on the SL Explorer. Brother Tammler is a resident of Carson, Calif. GREAT LAKES ERVIN EARLEY, 64, hails from North Carolina. He started his seafaring career in 1973 in Frankfort, Mich. A veteran of the U.S. Navy, Brother Earley’s first SIU vessel was the William Roesch. The deck department member was a frequent upgrader at the Seafarers training school, attending the Piney Point, Md.-based institution on four occasions. Brother Earley resides in Asheville, N.C. He last worked aboard American Steamship’s Indiana Harbor. The Indiana-born mariner shipped in the deck department as a captain. He makes his home in Baltimore. CLINTON D. ROSS, 62, launched his career with the Seafarers in 1975 in Duluth, Minn. Born in Wisconsin, Brother Ross worked primarily on Great Lakes Towing Co. vessels. He shipped in the deck department and upgraded his skills in 1993 and 1995 at the Paul Hall Center. Brother Ross makes his home in South Range, Wis. WILLIAM KRUGER, 64, joined the Seafarers in 1977 in New Orleans. Born in Louisiana, Boatman Kruger is a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps. He worked primarily aboard Crescent Towing & Salvage Co. vessels. Boatman Kruger shipped in the deck department and enhanced his skills at the Paul Hall Center in 1978 and 1980. He makes his home in New Orleans. INLAND DONALD E. GLASS, 65, hails from Pennsylvania. He began his career with the SIU in 1975 in the port of Philadelphia. Boatman Glass worked in all three divisions, initially sailing on a Maritrans vessel. The deck department member is a resident of Algonac, Mich. Boatman Glass last sailed on American Steamship’s Buffalo. STEVEN HARDIN, 56, joined the SIU in 1971 in the port of Baltimore. Boatman Hardin worked mainly aboard McAllister Towing Co. vessels. WILLIAM LEWIS, 62, was born in Milwaukee. He joined the Seafarers in 1996 in the port of Philadelphia. Boatman Lewis worked primarily aboard vessels managed by Maritrans Operating Co. The deck department member calls King of Prussia, Pa. home. SALVADOR MACALUSO, 65, began his seafaring career in 1981 in New Orleans. Born in Louisiana, Boatman Macaluso shipped in both the engine and deck departments. He worked chiefly aboard vessels operated by Crescent Towing & Salvage Co. Boatman Macaluso lives in his native state in the city of Gretna. Reprinted from past issues of the Seafarers LOG 1949 An SIU-backed bill to guarantee that 50 percent of the military supplies shipped to noncommunist nations will be shipped on American vessels, manned by American seamen, was passed in Congress last week. This is the second victory for the SIU this year in the legislative arena. Earlier this session, the battle waged by the union and other maritime organizations resulted in the passage of a law requiring the government to send at least 50 percent of Marshall Plan goods on American-flag ships. To promote the bill, Secretary-Treasurer Paul Hall warned the Congress that “the critical condition of the United States merchant marine” made the guarantee imperative. Unless it was enacted, he warned, the U.S. merchant fleet would continue to dwindle. ROBERT SMITH, 65, launched his SIU career in 1978 in the port of Jacksonville, Fla. A native of Harrisburg, Pa., he sailed in the inland as well as deep sea divisions. Boatman Smith first worked aboard the Manhattan Island, a NATCO vessel. A member of the deck department, Boatman Smith makes his home in Green Cove, Fla. Editor’s Note: The following brother, a former member of the NMU and a participant in the NMU Pension Trust, recently went on pension. GERALD NORDSTROM, 65, started his career with the NMU in 1980. Brother Nordstrom first went to sea aboard the M/V Uncatena. Born in Norwood, Mass, he shipped in the deck and steward departments. His final voyage was on the M/V Martha’s Vineyard. In addition to the member listed above, the following NMU brothers went on pension effective the dates indicated. Name Age EDP Paul Fuller 66 Aug. 1 Mariano Lacayo 65 Mar. 3 Hussain Saleh 63 Sept. 1 Organization (IMCO) and the International Labor Organization (ILO) in Europe during the months of September and October where recommendations are being formulated on international maritime safety standards and training. The delegates to these conference sessions are working out proposals which may eventually become part of international maritime law. It is very important that the SIU participate in these forums to ensure that the unlicensed seaman’s rights and jurisdiction are not invaded or eliminated. This Month In SIU History 1975 SIU Vice President Earl Shepard, as an official U.S. representative, attended conferences of the Intergovernmental Maritime Consultative 1990 Seafarers aboard the 1st Lt. Alex Bonnyman, a prepositioning ship stationed in Diego Garcia in the Indian Ocean, were among the first civilian mariners to reach the Persian Gulf area as part of Operation Desert Shield. Along with the PFC James Anderson and the CPL Louis J. Hauge Jr., the Bonnyman received orders to proceed to Saudi Arabia. Docking 90 miles south of Kuwait, they were greeted by the Navy ship USS LaSalle, the command center for U.S. operations in the Persian Gulf conflict. Seafarers LOG 17 �Pgs6,10,12,13,17_23.qxd 9/29/2003 7:56 AM Page 18 Final Departures DEEP SEA JAMES BOLAND Pensioner James Boland, 77, died June 26. Born in Pennsylvania, he joined the Seafarers in 1947 in the port of Philadelphia after serving in the U.S. Army. Brother Boland shipped in the deck department as a bosun and last worked aboard the Overseas Alice. He lived in Carson City, Nev. and began receiving his pension in 1987. LUIS CENTENO Pensioner Luis Centeno, 69, passed away May 16. Brother Centeno began his SIU career in 1959 in Puerto Rico. His first ship was the Beauregard. The Puerto Rico-born mariner worked in both the engine and deck departments and began receiving retirement stipends in 2000. San Francisco was his home. PAUL G. DAILEY Pensioner Paul G. Dailey, 78, died May 2. Brother Dailey was a veteran of the U.S. Army Air Corps. Born in Pennsylvania, he joined the SIU in 1978 in San Francisco. Brother Dailey initially sailed aboard Delta Steamship Lines’ Santa Mariana. The steward department member lived in San Bernardino, Calif. and began collecting compensation for his retirement in 1990. He last went to sea on the M/V Patriot. in China, he worked in the steward department. Brother Louie started receiving stipends for his retirement in 1974. He resided in San Francisco. KAZUO MATSUDA Pensioner Kazuo Matsuda, 85, passed away June 22. Born in Hawaii, he began his career with the MC&S in 1965 in San Francisco. The steward department member was a resident of Honolulu. He began receiving his pension in 1978. WILFREDO MAURICIO Pensioner Wilfredo Mauricio, 89, died June 6. Brother Mauricio embarked on his career with the MC&S in San Francisco. The Philippine-born mariner sailed in the steward department and started collecting compensation for his retirement in 1975. Brother Mauricio made his home in San Francisco. HENRY McKINNEY Pensioner Henry McKinney, 78, died June 4. Brother McKinney joined the SIU in 1945 in New Orleans after serving in the U.S. Army. His first ship was the Transatlantic. The Wauchula, La. native worked in the deck department and went on pension in 1981. Brother McKinney last sailed on Delta Steamship Lines’ Del Viento. He was a resident of Springfield, La. LESTER FREEBURN JAMES MELENDES Pensioner Lester Freeburn, 78, passed away June 3. Born in Oklahoma, he began his career with the Seafarers in 1966 in the port of Wilmington, Calif. The U.S. Navy veteran first sailed aboard the Overseas Rose. Brother Freeburn was a member of the deck department and sailed as a bosun. He lived in San Bernardino, Calif. and began receiving compensation for his retirement in 1991. Brother Freeburn last went to sea on the SL Pacific. Pensioner James Melendes, 86, passed away May 9. A member of the steward department, he joined the MC&S in San Francisco. Brother Melendes was born in Hawaii but called Santa Rosa, Calif. home. He began receiving stipends for his retirement in 1970. WAH C. GOO Pensioner Wah C. Goo, 93, passed away May 8. Born in Hawaii, he launched his profession with the Marine Cooks & Stewards (MC&S) in San Francisco. Brother Goo sailed in the steward department and began receiving stipends for his retirement in 1973. He resided in his native state. KIM O. LOUIE Pensioner Kim O. Louie, 76, passed away May 20. Brother Louie began his career with the MC&S in San Francisco. Born 18 Seafarers LOG JACOB RAMELLI Pensioner Jacob Ramelli, 95, died May 21. Brother Ramelli was born in Massachusetts and commenced his career with the MC&S in San Francisco. He started receiving his pension in 1969 and lived in Santa Rosa, Calif. ANDREW REASKO Pensioner Andrew Reasko, 76, passed away June 19. Brother Reasko joined the Seafarers in 1949 in the port of Baltimore after serving in the U.S. Navy. Brother Reasko’s first ship was the Robin Locksley. Born in Pennsylvania, he shipped in the steward department as a recertified steward. Brother Reasko’s last ship was the SL Enterprise. He was a resident of San Francisco and began receiving his pension in 1988. ANGEL ROJAS Pensioner Angel Rojas, 79, died May 22. He joined the SIU in 1956 in the port of New York. Born in Puerto Rico, Brother Rojas worked in the deep sea as well as inland divisions. The steward department member went on pension in 1989. He resided in his native commonwealth and last shipped on a Puerto Rico Marine Management vessel. ROBERT SULLIVAN Pensioner Robert Sullivan, 80, passed away July 28. Brother Sullivan joined the Seafarers in 1955 in the port of New York. Born in Mounds, Ill., he shipped in the engine department, last sailing aboard the Maine. Brother Sullivan began receiving retirement stipends in 1985 and lived in Ullin, Ill. NICKOLAS SUSHKO Pensioner Nickolas Sushko, 86, died June 21. He joined the SIU ranks in 1944 in the port of New York. The Yonkers, N.Y.-born mariner worked in the engine department and started receiving compensation for his retirement in 1972. Brother Sushko was a resident of Forked River, N.J. ily aboard American Steamship vessels during his career, including the Sam Laud and the Adam E. Cornelius. The engine department member made his home in his native state in the city of Cottellville. JOHN KNOPF Pensioner John Knopf, 78, passed away May 27. Brother Knopf began his career with the Seafarers in 1967 in Duluth, Minn. An engine department member, Brother Knopf worked primarily aboard vessels operated by Great Lakes Associates, Inc. including the Joseph Morrow and Kinsman Enterprise. The Bayfield, Wis. resident began receiving his pension in 1992. HENRY KOZLOWSKI Pensioner Henry Kozlowski, 80, died June 7. He joined the SIU in 1960 in Detroit after serving in the U.S. Army. The Cleveland native worked in the engine department and initially sailed on the G.A. Tomlinson. Brother Kozlowski lived in Seven Hills, Ohio and last sailed on the American Republic. He started receiving his pension in 1986. INLAND JACK FARMER Pensioner Stewart Swords, 91, passed away July 6. Brother Swords was a charter member of the SIU, having joined the union in 1939 in the port of Savannah, Ga. Born in Tift, Ga., he sailed on many vessels including the Robin Gray, the Ponce and the Alcoa Master. The engine department member made his home in Thunderbolt, Ga. and started receiving his pension in 1971. Pensioner Jack Farmer, 84, died June 24. A veteran of the U.S. Navy, Boatman Farmer joined the Seafarers in 1979 in the port of Wilmington, Calif. The California-born mariner shipped in the engine department. Boatman Farmer began receiving pension stipends in 1991 and made his home in Las Vegas. RALPH TROTMAN WOODROW FOSHEE Pensioner Ralph Trotman, 80, died July 4. He launched his seafaring career in 1968, first sailing aboard the Western Comet. Born in St. Michaels, Barbados, he shipped in the steward department. The Brooklyn, N.Y. resident last sailed on Tyco’s Long Lines. He began collecting stipends for his retirement in 1992. Pensioner Woodrow Foshee, 84, passed away June 22. Boatman Foshee was born in Rosepine, La. and was a veteran of the U.S. Navy. He started his SIU career in 1963 in Port Arthur, Texas. The engine department member started receiving pension payments in 1981 and called DeRidden, La. home. STEWART SWORDS GUM WONG Pensioner Gum Wong, 76, passed away June 5. Brother Wong joined the MC&S in San Francisco in 1957. Born in China, the steward department member lived in San Francisco. He last sailed on Matson Navigation Co.’s Mokihana and began receiving his pension in 1998. GREAT LAKES JESSE HERNANDEZ Brother Jesse Hernandez, 58, died May 17. Born in Port Huron, Mich., he joined the SIU in 2001 in Detroit. Brother Hernandez worked primar- CLAUDE NEWMAN Pensioner Claude Newman, 76, died May 5. A native of Memphis, Tenn., he launched his career with the Seafarers in 1963 in Port Arthur, Texas. Boatman Newman shipped in the deck department as a captain. The Lake Charles, La. resident began receiving his pension in 1988. ANTHONY VIOLANTE Pensioner Anthony Violante, 79, passed away June 9. Boatman Violante joined the Seafarers in 1952 in the port of New York and worked in the inland as well as deep sea divisions. His initial voyage was aboard the Steel Flyer, an Isco Inc. vessel. Boatman Violante shipped in the engine and deck departments. A resident of Galveston, Texas, he started collecting retirement stipends in 1987. ATLANTIC FISHERMEN PAUL HOLLORAN Pensioner Paul Holloran, 86, passed away May 11. Brother Holloran started his career with the Atlantic Fisherman’s Union, an affiliate of the SIU before it merged with the AGLIWD in 1981. A native of Boston and a U.S. Navy veteran, Brother Holloran sailed in the steward department. Brother Holloran lived in Gloucester, Mass. and started receiving his pension in 1981. FRANCESCO LOGRASSO Pensioner Francesco Lograsso, 84, died July 31. He started his career with the Atlantic Fisherman’s Union in 1967 in Gloucester, Mass. Born in Italy, Brother Lograsso shipped in the deck department. He began receiving pension payments in 1981 and made his home in Gloucester. JAMES REED Pensioner James Reed, 67, passed away June 10. Brother Reed embarked on his profession with the Atlantic Fisherman’s Union in 1975. A native of Gloucester, Mass., Brother Reed was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps. He shipped in the steward department, last sailing aboard the Cape May. Brother Reed lived in his native state and started receiving stipends for his retirement in 1997. RAILROAD MARINE JAMES LYNCH Pensioner James Lynch, 76, passed away June 6. Brother Lynch commenced his career with the Seafarers in 1960 in the port of New York. Born in Jersey City, N.J., he worked primarily aboard vessels operated by the Pennsylvania Central Railroad Co. The deck department member began collecting compensation for his retirement in 1972. Brother Lynch was a resident of Parlin, N.J. Editor’s Note: The following brothers, all former members of the NMU and participants in the NMU Pension Trust, have passed away: BIENVENIDO BLANCO Pensioner Bienvenido Blanco, 77, passed away Aug. 16. He joined the NMU in 1961. Brother Blanco’s initial voyage, which departed from San Francisco, was on the Hans Isbrahdtsen. The Philippine-born mariner worked in the engine department and began receiving his pension in 1987. His last ship was the Louise Lykes. Continued on page 20 October 2003 �Pgs6,10,12,13,17_23.qxd 9/29/2003 7:47 AM Page 19 Digest of Shipboard Union Meetings The Seafarers LOG attempts to print as many digests of union shipboard minutes as possible. On occasion, because of space limitations, some will be omitted. Ships minutes first are reviewed by the union’s contract department. Those issues requiring attention or resolution are addressed by the union upon receipt of the ships’ minutes. The minutes are then forwarded to the Seafarers LOG for publication. ALLEGIANCE (Maritrans), July 28—Chairman Samuel L. Porchea, Secretary Samuel Raines, Deck Delegate Inocencio M. DeSaville, Engine Delegate Charles L. Jensen, Steward Delegate Sherman Harper. Chairman announced payoff that day. Educational director spoke about upgrading opportunities available at Paul Hall Center in Piney Point, Md. and about importance of contributing to SPAD. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Discussion held about getting overtime hours. Request made for new washer and dryer to be used for good clothing. Suggestion made for 100 percent dental coverage. Thanks given to steward department for job well done. CAPE HORN (Marine Transport Lines), July 6—Chairman Winfred Itima, Secretary Clark S. Williams, Educational Director Robert Nelson, Deck Delegate Charles K. Jackson. Chairman spoke about donating to SPAD and thanked crew for job well done. Secretary encouraged Seafarers to upgrade skills at Piney Point and urged everyone to check expiration dates on shipping documents. Educational director stated crew members must remain aboard ship until properly relieved and reminded them that 120-day shipping rule has been waived during current crisis. Treasurer noted large-screen TV recently purchased along with VCR, movies and CDs. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Request made for new furniture in crew lounge and that e-mail be available to all. Suggestion made for lump sum payment on pension and establishment of 401(k) plan. DEFENDER (USSM), July 27— Chairman Robert S. Wilson, Secretary Louis Nicoud, Educational Director Olie E. Webber, Deck Delegate Benedicto P. Miranda, Engine Delegate George Lockett, Steward Delegate Jim Saxton. Chairman stated room inspection went well and reminded those getting off to leave rooms ready for next person. He urged everyone to keep current on new requirements needed to sail aboard military vessels. Educational director reminded crew members of importance of upgrading skills at Piney Point. “The school is the key to your future.” Some disputed OT reported in deck department. Steward department given vote of thanks for good job. Ship heading to Los Angeles and Oakland before sailing to Yokohama, Japan. EXPLORER (USSM), July 20— Chairman James L. Carter, Secretary William R. Burdette, Educational Director Mario G. Paquiz, Deck Delegate Milton F. Caballero, Engine Delegate Fadel A. Mohamad, Steward Delegate Fernando C. Onativa. Chairman announced arrival in Los Angeles July 23. Payoff to follow meeting with boarding officials. During SARS epidemic, crew members were restricted to ship in China. This is no longer the case. Additionally, visas are no longer needed for entry to China. Educational director talked about opportunities for upgrading available at Paul Hall Center. Treasurer stated $661 October 2003 in ship’s fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Thanks given to all crew members, with special kudos to steward department, for job well done this trip. Brother Caballero reminded everyone that union is looking for input regarding suggested changes to next contract. Ten members’ signatures are required on every motion for change. Next ports: Los Angeles and Oakland, Calif. EXPRESS (USSM), July 13— Chairman George H. Perry Jr., Secretary Ronald V. Lupinacci, Educational Director Lawrence A. Banks II, Steward Delegate Kenneth W. Clark. Chairman spoke about need to send STCW certificates to Piney Point for verification if training was received at schools other than Paul Hall Center. He noted fans received aboard ship but not yet issued. Disputed OT reported by deck delegate; no beefs noted. Suggestion made to include reference to carpeting in contract (regarding bridge sanitary). Recommendation made to increase current travel expense amount from ship to airport. New mattresses and pillows requested as well as U.S.-grade food. HORIZON EXPEDITION (Horizon Lines), July 20—Chairman Jeffery P. Libby, Secretary Brenda M. Kamiya, Deck Delegate Peter Koucky, Educational Director Shawn L. Clark, Engine Delegate John D. Lange, Steward Delegate Thomas M. Kelly. Chairman announced payoff July 25 in Tacoma, Wash. Clarification requested about claiming compensation for working aboard ship carrying certain types of cargo. Educational director spoke about training/upgrading opportunities at Piney Point and other locations. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Discussion held about rotary shipping. Vote of thanks given to steward department for job well done. HORIZON HAWAII (Horizon Lines), July 13—Chairman David I. Murray, Secretary Edward P. Herrera, Educational Director Roy S. Frett Jr., Deck Delegate Macario I. Torre, Engine Delegate Therman E. Ames III, Steward Delegate Arturo Lopez. Chairman announced upcoming payoff in Jacksonville. Secretary reminded those crew members filing for vacation to be sure to bring discharges and pay vouchers. Educational director urged everyone to check expiration dates on shipping documents and take advantage of Paul Hall Center to upgrade skills and job ratings. No disputed OT reported. Engine delegate requested clarification of port time pay. Everyone thanked for doing good job. Special expression of gratitude given to steward department for great meals and service. HORIZON SPIRIT (Horizon Lines), July 31—Chairman Ralph W. Gibbs, Secretary Edgardo G. Ombac, Educational Director Prescilo Zuniga, Engine Delegate Randolph P. Llanes, Steward Delegate Maria S. Enriquez. Chairman announced payoff Aug. 1 in Tacoma, Wash. He thanked everyone for following safety procedures, especially wearing hard hats during ship operations. He reminded crew members to stay off deck during rough seas and advised those going ashore in any port to carry z-cards with them. Secretary noted next stores to be loaded in Oakland, Calif. Educational director recommended Seafarers upgrade skills at Paul Hall Center and advised them to check that all shipping documents are current. Treasurer stated $65 remains in movie fund after purchasing new tapes last trip. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Thanks given to steward department for good food and clean mess hall. Next ports: Tacoma; Oakland; Honolulu; Guam. ITB NEW YORK (USS Transport), July 29—Chairman Nathaniel Leary, Secretary Robert E. Wilcox Jr., Educational Director John K. Bimpong, Deck Delegate Edward Tennyson, Engine Delegate Anthony Sanchez, Steward Delegate Breon Lucas. Chairman announced payoff July 31 in Port Everglades, Fla. Steward delegate expressed appreciation to crew for cooperation in keeping mess hall and common areas clean. Educational director urged members to take advantage of upgrading opportunities available at Piney Point. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Discussion held about tour limits and bidding on short relief jobs. Steward department given vote of thanks for good food. MIDNIGHT SUN (IUM), July 27—Chairman Fadel N. Saleh, Secretary Scott A. Opsahl, Educational Director Christopher W. Cunningham. Chairman announced payoff July 30 in Tacoma, Wash. He thanked crew for outstanding team effort in bringing this new vessel out of shipyard. Midnight Sun to dock across from TOTE for repairs before getting back on schedule. Secretary requested crew to use proper sinks in laundry room for washing dirt and grease off hands. He asked those getting off to be sure relief has new linen and that room is clean before arrival in port. Educational director reminded crew members to keep up to date on union news by reading Seafarers LOG each month. He also encouraged them to upgrade at Paul Hall Center and keep all necessary shipping documents and beneficiary information up to date. Additionally, he stressed importance of contributing to SPAD. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Suggestion made to adjust pension to keep up with high cost of living. Crew thanked steward department for great job. Next ports: Tacoma; Anchorage, Alaska. MOTIVATOR (USSM), July 19— Chairman Michael Brewley, Secretary Matthew Scott, Educational Director Oswald N. Bermeo, Deck Delegate Raul L. Guerra Jr., Engine Delegate David Vega. Chairman announced payoff July 20. He thanked everyone for job well done. Secretary stressed need to keep all documents up to date. He requested clarification on whether shipping rules were back in effect. Educational director spoke about upgrading opportunities available at union’s affiliated school in Piney Point and about paying union dues on time. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Recommendation made to raise pension and include cost of living increases. Request made for new furniture for crew lounge. SEALAND FLORIDA (USSM), July 25—Secretary Robert T. Seim. Chairman announced payoff Aug. 4 in Houston. New LOGs will be brought aboard at that time. Secretary noted ship’s fund is held by captain, who is taking suggestions from crew members on ways to spend the money. Educational director advised everyone about importance of upgrading skills at Piney Point facility. Deck delegate reported beef/disputed OT in his department. Suggestion made for contracts department to look into better dental plan for membership and that rotation be changed to six months. Vote of thanks for great teamwork by all members. USNS FRED W. STOCKHAM (Amsea), July 17—Chairman Andrew B. Barrows, Secretary July 16—Chairman Glenn P. Baker Sr., Secretary Susan K. Bowman, Educational Director Thomas P. Arthur, Deck Delegate Godofredo F. Milabo III, Engine Delegate Ronald Kitlas, Steward Delegate Adry Libra. Bosun thanked everyone for good safety record, steward department for great food—especially extra work with troops aboard—and engine and deck departments for hard work offloading in Kuwait. He informed members about the prescription discount and reminded them of importance of contributing to SPAD. Secretary asked crew to Job Well Done Aboard the USNS Gordon Following a voyage to the Middle East in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom, crew members aboard the USNS Gordon return to Norfolk, Va. for a payoff. Members of the galley gang include, from left, Chief Cook Marie Mitchell, SA Mohamed Mohamed and Recertified Steward Roderick Bright. Stephen M. Avallone, Educational Director Charles W. Clackley Jr., Deck Delegate Robert J. Butler, Engine Delegate Alan H. Nelson, Steward Allen Van Buren. Chairman talked about upcoming schedule and ports of call. He asked everyone to remain on board until properly relieved. Educational director said shipping may slow down after Iraq war and suggested Seafarers take time to upgrade skills at Paul Hall Center. Treasurer stated $2,400 in ship’s fund and indicated that money should be spent in U.S. ports. Suggestions from crew include purchase of 2 VCR/DVD units, gym equipment, sewing machine, movies and books for ship’s library. No beefs or disputed OT reported. E-mail communications received and read regarding filing for vacation benefits. Recommendation made for contracts department to look into upgrading benefits during next round of contract negotiations and have alternate plan made available as retirement benefit. Vote of thanks given to steward department. Next port: Wilmington, N.C. USNS LOYAL (Maersk Lines), July 6—Chairman Christopher E. Brady, Secretary Robert C. Langdon, Educational Director Richard A. Kucharski, Engine Delegate Lance K. Cutchember. Chairman talked about upcoming shipyard period and about each person’s responsibility as a member of the SIU. He explained various forms currently on board ship which members can use for vacation, upgrading, etc. He also spoke about importance of keeping U.S. Coast Guard discharges, TRBs and other union documents safe. Educational director urged Seafarers to take advantage of upgrading classes at Piney Point. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Discussion held about recent delays and problems with mail delivery to ship which, hopefully, will be solved when ship arrives in U.S. Next ports: Norfolk, Va.; Charleston, S.C. USNS SISLER (Maersk Lines), see her if they need union information or forms. Educational director reminded everyone to upgrade at Paul Hall Center and stay abreast of new seafarers ID program. Information given out about bonus checks from MSC. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next ports: Sasebo, Japan; San Diego, Calif. COMMITMENT (USSM), Aug. 3—Chairman Frank Lyle, Secretary Jerome Jordan, Educational Director Louisa Santiago, Deck Delegate John A. Ellias Jr., Engine Delegate Gregory T. Johns. Chairman announced Aug. 4 payoff in Houston. He thanked crew for helping keep ship clean. Educational director urged everyone to upgrade skills at Piney Point facility. No beefs reported; some disputed OT noted in deck department. Suggestion made for contracts department to look into retirement benefits after 20 years’ service. Request made for penalty rates when working cargo holds and meal hour. Vote of thanks given to steward department for job well done. HORIZON CHALLENGER (Horizon Lines), Aug. 5—Chairman Roy L. Williams, Secretary Brandon D. Maeda, Educational Director Chester W. Preston, Engine Delegate Robert T. Norris, Steward Delegate John L. Foster. Bosun announced payoff Aug. 7 in Houston. He informed crew that reliefs are not entitled to extra day vacation pay. Secretary reported vacation applications must be submitted with original copies of company payoff vouchers and Coast Guard discharges. Educational director urged all crew members to upgrade skills at Paul Hall Center. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Suggestions made for contracts department to look into lowering age required for pension, increase retirement pay, improve dental coverage and raise vacation benefit to day for day. Minute of silence stood in memory and in honor of departed military brothers and sisters killed or wounded in Iraq war. Seafarers LOG 19 �Pgs6,10,12,13,17_23.qxd 9/28/2003 4:26 PM Page 20 Letter to the Editor (Editor’s note: The Seafarers LOG reserves the right to edit letters for grammar as well as space provisions without changing the writer’s intent. The LOG welcomes letters from members, pensioners, their families and shipmates and will publish them on a timely basis.) The following letter, written by SIU member Ricky Goodman, appeared in the Tybee Breeze, a local publication in his hometown of Tybee Island, Ga. From Tybee To Kuwait My name is Ricky Goodman. I’d like to share with you my role in Operation Enduring Freedom/Iraqi Freedom. I am a merchant seaman with the Seafarers International Union. I had the patriotic pleasure of assisting our troops in this adventure to oust the evil Saddam Hussein. I joined the MARAD/MSC vessel M/V Cape Wrath in Baltimore, Md. in January. I sailed as a GVA 3rd cook aboard the 697-foot Cape Wrath with 25 other merchant seamen. Our eight decks hold 295,958 sq. ft. of cargo with two fixed vehicle stern ramps permitting roll-on/rolloff operations. We loaded, wheeled and tracked vehicles in Charleston, S.C., along with three Army personnel and set sail on Valentine’s Day to Rota, Spain, where we picked up 12 Army personnel from the 4th I.D. as a security force for the rest of our voyage. It was supposed to be a nine-day trip to Turkey to offload our cargo. We learned that Turkey decided to deny the use of their ports for our operation. This forced us into a holding pattern in the Mediterranean for 23 days while we awaited orders to join a convoy through the Suez Canal. I am pleased to say that our stores of food were Final Departures Continued from page 18 Editor’s Note: The following brothers, all former members of the NMU and participants in the NMU Pension Trust, have passed away: BIENVENIDO BLANCO Pensioner Bienvenido Blanco, 77, passed away Aug. 16. He joined the NMU in 1961. Brother Blanco’s initial voyage, which departed from San Francisco, was on the Hans Isbrahdtsen. The Philippine-born mariner worked in the engine department and began receiving his pension in 1987. His last ship was the Louise Lykes. WILLIAM McPHERSON Pensioner William McPherson, 105, died Aug. 14. Brother McPherson embarked on his profession with the NMU in 1941. His first voyage was from the port of New York aboard the Concord. Born in Henderson, N.C., Brother McPherson worked in the steward department. He began receiving stipends for his retirement in 1969. MIGUEL MELENDEZ Pensioner Miguel Melendez, 89, passed away July 26. Brother Melendez was born in San Juan. He joined the NMU in 1938 and first went to sea aboard the Mariana. The steward department member’s final voyage was on the SS United States. Brother Melendez began receiving his pension in 1970. 20 Seafarers LOG Know Your Rights sufficient to keep our crew and troops happy. We did make a stop in Souda Bay on the Isle of Crete, Greece for fresh fruits and vegetables. The passage through the Suez Canal was a welcome sight and quite an adventure. The Egyptian Army guarded the shores the entire 100 miles. There were 42 vessels in our convoy. We had air and sea support from the U.S., Spanish and Canadian navies through such places as the Strait of Gibraltar, The Strait of Hormuz and the Red and Arabian seas. We felt quite safe as we made our journey to our final destination in the port of Shuiaba, Kuwait. There is always a factor of fear when venturing into a hostile area of the world. I was able to witness a moonlit U.S. submarine firing 10 Cruise missiles from about 20 miles away at the stroke of midnight while in the Arabian Sea. That sight brought a fiery sense of reality to our missions. Our voyage took us through beautiful waters and awesome sunsets. I must say that I felt for the soldiers who were anxious to join their Company after 34 days at sea. Their spirits were high, and we gave them all of our effort to make them at home on the Cape Wrath. The ship boasts a swimming pool and sauna as well as a complete weight room. We had barbecues on the upper deck to break the monotony. We shared our full video and book library with the soldiers. Their appreciation was well shown as we said heartfelt farewells in Kuwait. I am very proud to be a part of our nation’s willingness to stand up to the tyrants of the world, wherever they may be. In all, the U.S. merchant fleet carried over 13,000,000 sq. ft. of cargo for the military’s effort to free the people of Iraq. I brought with me issues of the Tybee Breeze as well as pictures of my Tybee family. Of the 105 days at sea, 83 were spent on board without touching ground. And, after 20,000 nautical miles, I am happy to be home with all of you. Thank you for your support. The letters and care packages are what make going to sea seem normal. Ricky Goodman Tybee Island, Ga. JOSE A. MORALES Name Age DOD Pensioner Jose A. Morales, 73, died Feb. 16. Brother Morales started his NMU career in 1947. His maiden voyage was out of the port of Baltimore aboard the Fort Meigs. Born in Yauco, P.R., he shipped in the engine department. Brother Morales upgraded his skills in 1962 and started receiving his pension in 1986. He last went to sea on the Fortaleza. Acevedo, Francisco Appley, Willard Arthur, Ivan Beatty, James Bee, John Blanco, Raul Britton, Harold Broughton, Maxie Brown, William Byes, Eldridge Carney, William Chan, Chocolate Charles, Clifton Cohen, Stanley Collazo, Ferdinand Danielsson, Erik Davis, Foster DeJesus, Angel Ebanks, Laurie Farmbry, Wesley Figueroa, Jose Figueroa, Victor Gladwin, Kenneth Goodrich, Kerry Hadley, Louis Hanan, Eldon Hawkins, Stephen Hervas, Hector Horan, Joseph Howell, Mario Jackson, Alvin James, Harold Jarvis, G. Johnson, T. Jordan, Donald Judah, Franklin Kearns, John Liebe, Dorothy Lukans, Henry Malave, Luis Malm, Gordon McCollum, Lynn McCormick, John Milbrook, James Mouton, David Nakahara, Clarence Ng, Henry Oliver, Jesse Papafote, Giacomo Perez, Ricardo 81 96 78 78 77 89 65 87 75 72 87 89 83 89 74 79 69 91 83 76 91 100 79 64 74 78 77 71 76 77 73 83 91 68 80 70 80 99 59 78 65 87 80 92 88 93 82 75 94 89 Aug. 13 June 23 July 6 June 29 July 20 July 5 Feb. 12 Aug. 5 July 5 Aug. 26 July 17 July 6 July 27 July 25 Mar. 3 July 28 July 23 July 1 Apr. 13 June 29 June 7 Aug. 3 July 7 July 2 Aug. 1 Apr. 13 July 23 Mar. 26 July 20 Aug. 11 July 10 Aug. 10 July 24 July 30 June 29 Feb. 11 Aug. 2 July 17 Aug. 6 July 9 Aug. 3 June 15 June 2 Mar. 26 May 6 June 29 June 13 May 29 Jan. 12 Aug. 5 Polit, Jose Pyszka, Richard 78 75 July 12 May 28 Quest, Albert Rainey, Edward Ramirez, Romero Reyes, Raymond 80 78 81 78 July 1 July 7 Aug. 26 July 22 BERNARDO RIOS Pensioner Bernardo Rios, 87, passed away Aug. 26. Born in Puerto Rico, Brother Rios joined the NMU in 1946. A member of the steward department, Brother Rios’ first trip to sea was aboard the Samuel Samuels. He started receiving retirement stipends in 1969 and last sailed aboard the SS Constitution. FRANCISCO TORRES Pensioner Francisco Torres, 78, died July 13. Born in New York, he joined the NMU in 1943. Brother Torres worked in the engine department and sailed aboard many vessels during his career, including the Baton Rouge. He upgraded his skills in 1947 and started receiving retirement compensation in 1987. In addition to the foregoing, the following NMU brothers and sisters, all of whom were pensioners, passed away on the dates indicated: FINANCIAL REPORTS. The Constitution of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District/NMU makes specific provision for safeguarding the membership’s money and union finances. The constitution requires a detailed audit by certified public accountants every year, which is to be submitted to the membership by the secretary-treasurer. A yearly finance committee of rank-and-file members, elected by the membership, each year examines the finances of the union and reports fully their findings and recommendations. 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/NMU 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. SHIPPING RIGHTS. A member’s shipping rights and seniority are protected exclusively by contracts between the union and the employers. Members should get to know their shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and available in all union halls. If members believe there have been violations of their shipping or seniority rights as contained in the contracts between the union and the employers, they should notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mail, return receipt requested. The proper address for this is: Augustin Tellez, Chairman Seafarers Appeals Board 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to members at all times, either by writing directly to the union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which an SIU member works and lives aboard a ship or boat. Members should know their contract rights, as well as their obligations, such as filing for overtime (OT) on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If, at any time, a member believes that an SIU patrolman or other union official fails to protect their contractual rights properly, he or she should contact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY — THE SEAFARERS LOG. The Seafarers LOG traditionally has refrained from publishing any article serving the political purposes of any individual in the union, officer or member. It also has refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the union or its collective membership. This established policy has been reaffirmed by membership action at the September 1960 meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsibility for Seafarers 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. PAYMENT 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 circumstances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any 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 or she should not have been required to make such payment, this should immediately be reported to union headquarters. CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. 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 contents. Any time a member feels any other member or officer is attempting to deprive him or her of any constitutional right or obligation by any methods, such as dealing with charges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, the member so affected should immediately notify 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 discriminated against because of race, creed, color, sex, national or geographic origin. If any member feels that he or she is denied the equal rights to which he or she is entitled, the member should notify union headquarters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DONATION — SPAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fund. Its proceeds are used to further its objects and purposes including, 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 condition of membership in the union or of employment. If a contribution is made by reason of the above improper conduct, the member should notify the Seafarers International Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the contribution for investigation and appropriate action and refund, if involuntary. A member should support SPAD to protect and further his or her economic, political and social interests, and American trade union concepts. NOTIFYING THE UNION—If at any time a member feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he or she has been denied the constitutional right of access to union records or information, the member should immediately notify SIU President Michael Sacco at headquarters by certified mail, return receipt requested. The address is: Michael Sacco, President Seafarers International Union 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746. October 2003 �Pgs6,10,12,13,17_23.qxd 9/28/2003 5:29 PM Page 21 SEAFARERS PAUL HALL CENTER UPGRADING COURSE SCHEDULE The following is the schedule of courses at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md. through the end of the year. All programs are geared to improve the job skills of Seafarers and to promote the American maritime industry. Please note that this schedule may change to reflect the needs of the membership, the maritime industry and—in times of conflict—the nation’s security. Students attending any of these classes should check in the Saturday before their course’s start date. The courses listed here will begin promptly on the morning of the start dates. For classes ending on a Friday, departure reservations should be made for Saturday. Seafarers who have any questions regarding the upgrading courses offered at the Paul Hall Center may call the admissions office at (301) 994-0010. Deck Upgrading Courses Engine Upgrading Courses Course Arrival Date Date of Completion Oiler November 3 December 12 Welding October 6 November 3 October 24 November 21 Engine Utility (EU) November 17 December 12 Marine Electrical Maintenance October 20 December 12 Safety Specialty Courses Course Arrival Date Date of Completion Advanced Fire Fighting* – (5-day course) November 3 November 7 Basic Fire Fighting/STCW October 13 October 27 November 3 November 10 November 17 December 1 December 8 October 17 October 31 November 7 November 14 November 21 December 5 December 12 Government Vessels October 20 November 3 October 24 November 7 Tanker Familiarization October 6 December 1 October 17 December 12 Tankerman (PIC) Barge* November 17 November 21 (*must have basic fire fighting) Course Arrival Date Date of Completion Able Seaman November 10 December 5 Automatic Radar Plotting Aids* October 27 October 31 Lifeboatman/Water Survival October 27 November 7 Radar October 13 October 24 Specially Trained Ordinary Seaman October 13 October 24 December 1 December 12 (ARPA) (*must have radar unlimited) (STOS) (*must have basic fire fighting) Academic Department Courses Steward Upgrading Courses Galley Operations/Advanced Galley Operations modules start every week. Certified Chief Cook/Chief Steward classes start every other week, most recently beginning September 29. Recertification Bosun October 6 November 3 General education and college courses are available as needed. In addition, basic vocational support program courses are offered throughout the year, one week prior to the AB, QMED Junior Engineer, FOWT, Third Mate, Tanker Assistant and Water Survival courses. An introduction to computers course will be selfstudy. An introduction to computers course will be self-study. Any student who has registered for a class and finds—for whatever reason—that he or she cannot attend, please inform the admissions department so that another student may take that place. � UPGRADING APPLICATION Name ________________________________________________________________ Address_______________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________ Telephone _________________________ Deep Sea Member † Lakes Member Date of Birth ______________________ † Inland Waters Member † If the following information is not filled out completely, your application will not be processed. Social Security # ______________________ Book # _________________________ Seniority _____________________________ Department _____________________ U.S. Citizen: Yes † No † Home Port _____________________________ With this application, COPIES of the following must be sent: One hundred and twenty (120) days seatime for the previous year, one day in the last six months prior to the date your class starts, USMMD (z-card) front and back, front page of your union book indicating your department and seniority, and qualifying seatime for the course if it is Coast Guard tested. All OL, AB and JE applicants must submit a U.S. Coast Guard fee of $140 with their application. The payment should be made with a money order only, payable to LMSS. COURSE BEGIN DATE END DATE ____________________________ _______________ _______________ ____________________________ _______________ _______________ ____________________________ _______________ _______________ ____________________________ _______________ _______________ ____________________________ _______________ _______________ ____________________________ _______________ _______________ Endorsement(s) or License(s) now held _____________________________________ LAST VESSEL: _____________________________________ Rating: ___________ _____________________________________________________________________ Date On: ___________________________ Date Off: ________________________ Are you a graduate of the SHLSS/PHC trainee program? † Yes † No If yes, class # __________________________________________________________ Have you attended any SHLSS/PHC upgrading courses? † Yes † No If yes, course(s) taken ___________________________________________________ Do you hold the U.S. Coast Guard Lifeboatman Endorsement? † Yes † No Firefighting: † Yes † No CPR: † Yes † No Primary language spoken ________________________________________________ October 2003 SIGNATURE __________________________________ DATE ________________ NOTE: Transportation will be paid in accordance with the scheduling letter only if you present original receipts and successfully complete the course. If you have any questions, contact your port agent before departing for Piney Point. RETURN COMPLETED APPLICATION TO: Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education, Admissions Office, P.O. Box 75, Piney Point, MD 20674-0075; or fax to (301) 994-2189. The Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education is a private, non-profit, equal opportunity institution and admits students, who are otherwise qualified, of any race, nationality or sex. The school complies with applicable laws with regard to admission, access or treatment of students in its programs or activities. 10/03 Seafarers LOG 21 �Pgs6,10,12,13,17_23.qxd 9/26/2003 2:25 PM Page 22 Paul Hall Center Classes Unlicensed Apprentice Water Survival Class 641 — Graduating from the water survival class are unlicensed apprentices from class 641 (in alphabetical order) Jeremy Abbott, Michael Alexander, Isaac Colwell, Clayton Coulter, Carlo Johnson, Christopher Paul, Justin Perry, Christopher Ryan, Jonathan Scurry, Damar Shaw, Leonard Simecki, Patrick Stafford, Oscar Swangin Jr., Michael Henry, Jim Farmer, Andrea Mercado, Trevon Johnson and Carlos PerezArroyo. Able Seaman — Receiving their certificates for completion of the AB class ending Sept. 12 are upgrading students (in alphabetical order) Munassar Ahmed, Erica Andrews, Justin Bowe, Donald Cooper, Douglas Hemphill, Karen Laycock, Jimmy Orr, William Ray, Nathan Rippey and Raymond Searles. Their instructor, Bernabe Pelingon, is at far right. Lifeboatman/ Water Survival — Earning their lifeboatman/water survival endorsements Aug. 15 are (in alphabetical order) Warren Barney, Albert Bharrat, Donald Cooper, Douglas Hemphill, David James, Karen Laycock, Nestor Montano, Roger Nesbeth, Ron Schexnayder, Raymond Searles and William Yore. Their instructor, Bernabe Pelingon, stands in center. Tanker Familiarization/Assistant Cargo (DL) — Unlicensed apprentices graduating Aug. 1 from the tanker familiarization/assistant cargo (DL) course are (in alphabetical order) Francis Dundas, Leroy Flores, Sergio Gonzalez, Gregory Grove, Todd Keith, Edward Majesky, Brian McBride, James Osborne, Henry Rivera-Rodriguez, Ryan Strick, Jared Taylor and Brett Wilson. Their instructor, Herb Walling, is at far right. Tanker Familiarization/Assistant Cargo (DL) — Engine Utility— Graduating Aug. 11 from the engine utility course are (in no specific order) Ramli Sulaiman, Thomas Leong, Rigoberto Beata, Neil Warren, Sergio Gonzalez, Henry Rivera, Brett Wilson, Brian McBride, Ryan Strick, Leroy Flores and Gregory Grove. Their instructor was Ben Vernon. Upgrading Seafarers completing the tanker familiarization/assistant cargo (DL) course Aug. 1 are (in alphabetical order) Charles Bennett, Clinton Cephas, Alfonza Davis, Roberto Flores, Frank Guido, Lowell Jones, George Lammers, Russell Luther, Mark Maduro, Robert Mong, Walter Ott, Richard Owusu, John Regina, Winston Restauro, Jerome Slade, Jeffry Stuart, Crescencio Suazo, David Wakeman, Neil Warren, Emmett Wattigny, Keith Williams and Nevis Williams. Their instructor, Jim Shaffer, is at far right. Computer Lab Classes Recent graduates of the computer lab at the Paul Hall Center pose with their certificates. In photo at left, graduating Aug. 22, are (front row, from left) Frank Guido, Ron Schexnayder, Tyler Laffitte, Ian Ferguson, Nestor Montano, (second row) Rick Prucha (instructor), Randy Clark, Michael Moore, Johnie Chavis and Vessislav Dyoulgerov. In photo at right are Seafarers who received their certificates of achievement Aug. 15. Seated from left are Jonathan Eitz and Cassandra Burdett. Their instructor, Rich Prucha, is standing behind them. 22 Seafarers LOG October 2003 �Pgs6,10,12,13,17_23.qxd 9/26/2003 2:26 PM Page 23 Paul Hall Center Classes Any student who has registered for a class and finds— for whatever reason—that he or she cannot attend, please inform the admissions department so that another student may take that place. Radar — Under the instruction of Mike Smith (far left) are Seafarers who completed the radar course Sept. 3. From the left are Smith, Ian Ferguson, Michael Moore, Alexander Fyodorovykh, John Gilston, Jose Boza and Anthony Simon. GMDSS — Completing the GMDSS course Aug. 15 are (in alphabetical order) Darryl Alexander, Johnie Chavis, Vessislav Dyoulgerov, Tom Grose, Frank Guido, Paul Hanley, Jerry Sobieraj and David Turinski. Their instructor, Brad Wheeler, is at far left. Tankerman (PIC) Barge — Graduating Aug. 29 from the tankerman (PIC) barge course are (front row, from left) Mitch Oaklay (instructor), Bill Yore, Bill Madden, Michael Blizzard, Sherman Sakatani, Jim O’Meara, (second row) William Charnock, Donnie Collins, John Harvard and Thomas Pelfrey. Specially Trained OS — Members of the specially trained OS class, graduating Sept. 5, are (from left) Joseph Jesnes, Greg Tojong, Carlos Grillasca, Jose Blanco Amayo and Nieves Guerrero-Mariano. Government Vessels — Upgrading Seafarers who took part in the government vessels course Aug. 48 include (in no specific order) Joseph Jesnes, Ryan Strick, Francis Dundas, John Johnson, Cassandra Burdett, John Regina, Jonathan Eitz, Roberto Flores, Richard Owusu, Eugene Evans, Russell Luther, Naomi Blount, Christy Goodfellow and Neil Warren. (Note: not all are pictured.) Fast Rescue Boat — Basic Safety Training Classes STCW — Aug. 15: Endang Abidin, Abdulhakim Aljahmi, Edward Aperto, James Barrett, Steven Biles, Angel Bruno, Randy Clark, Rodney Clark, James Crosby, Richard Dobbyn, Eugene Evans Jr, Christy Goodfellow II, Marco Guevara, Mary Hancock, Christopher Heath, Brenda Kamiya, Tyler Laffitte, Eduardo Olaes, James Roy, Paul Stinglew III, Reynaldo Telmo, Gary White, Joseph Willett, Leroy Williamson and Phil Yaros. October 2003 Aug. 25 was graduation day for members of instructor Stan Beck’s recent fast rescue boat course. They included Jonathan Eitz, Jawaid Pardesi, David Martin, Gordon Scott, Karl Mayhew and Leonard Lambert. STCW — Aug. 29: Gary Loftin, Glenn Barnes, Theodore Smith, Tran Luu, Mark Pesola, Delfino Castro, Todd Homer, Ron Schexnayder, Nestor Montano, Linnell Coleman, Dennis Riley, Ali Abdulla, Conrad Burke, Rudolph Daniels, Mark Chalmers, Robert Snow, Thomas Kelton, Natividad Zapata, Ramon Castillo, David Gardner, Ramont Jackson, Bridgett McIntosh and John Dail Jr. Seafarers LOG 23 �Pgs1_5,8,11,16,24.qxd 9/26/2003 5:59 AM Page 24 Volume 65 Number 10 October 2003 P i t t t s t a f o o e s b t S H P S p 1 R V t U b a S Fourth Arm of Defense Delivered During Iraqi Freedom S The Cape Edmont discharges military cargo in Kuwait during Operation Iraqi Freedom. The Cape Knox is in the background. U.S. Marines land on a crane aboard the SP5 Eric G. Gibson en route to the Middle East. ealift remains a vital component in the formula that protects our country’s national security. Just as was the case during colonial times, and during our country’s periods of global crisis since then, a significant chunk of the national security responsibility proudly has been accepted and performed by the U.S. Merchant Marine. Most recently, merchant mariners answered their country’s call to duty during the just-completed combat phase of Operation Iraqi Freedom. An estimated 5,000 merchant mariners–including more than 2,000 Seafarers who sailed aboard more than 100 SIU–crewed ships—helped transport and supply coalition forces as the U.S. and our allies removed Saddam Hussein’s regime in Iraq. Mariners transported a myriad of critical cargo including Apache helicopters, multiple launch rocket systems, wheeled vehicles including HUMVEES and fuel tankers, bulldozers and other combat engineer equipment, and ammunition to our forces. Without a doubt, the former cargo made a huge difference; ultimately the difference between victory and defeat. Merchant mariners justly deserved the thanks and honors which came their way at the war’s end. U.S. Department of Transportation Chief of Staff John A. Flaherty, during a May 28 U.S. Maritime Administration-sponsored ceremony in Alameda, Calif. to honor merchant mariners said, “The maritime community has served America with great distinction during every major crisis in our nation’s history, and the mariners who crew the ships are the cornerstone of this effort. From the Revolutionary War, through both World Wars, the Korean War and up to today, our mariners have willingly defended and served this nation with enthusiasm and valor.” Air Force Gen. John W. Handy, commander, U.S. Transportation Command, during a similar ceremony June 16 in Baltimore praised members of the nation’s fourth arm of defense for “the incredible job you’ve done in support of this nation. You make all the difference in the world, and I salute your dedication, patriotism and excellence. Victory was made possible by America’s dedicated merchant mariners.” Vice Admiral David L. Brewer, commander U.S. Military Sealift Command, also spoke during the June 16 event in Baltimore. In his praise to mariners Brewer noted, “We have prevailed because you answered your nation’s call. You built a steel bridge of democracy from the USA to the Coast of Kuwait.” Norman Mineta, U.S. Secretary of Transportation, summed up the valuable sealift role mariners played during the war May 22 during his National Maritime Day 2003 remarks. On that occasion, Secretary Mineta noted, “The role of the U.S. Merchant Marine once again proved critical to victory in 2003. President Bush, Vice President Cheney and the American people are indebted to every merchant mariner.” Seafarers and military personnel are pictured aboard the Wright. LMSRs such as the USNS Watkins helped sustain U.S. troops during the war. The U.S. military contingent aboard Northern Lights worked well with crew members. At times, gas masks were the norm aboard the Northern Lights while the vessel was docked in Kuwait. Seafarers in the crew mess don’t seem to mind. � 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 2000-2009 Description An account of the resource Volumes LXII-LXXI of the Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Seafarers Log Scanned Issues 1984-1988, 1994-Present, Seafarers Log Digital Copies 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. 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 October 2003 Description An account of the resource HEADLINES NEW STUDY: HEALTH CARE PREMIUMS SKYROCKET LABOR DEPT. 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USNS Yano Seafarers to Crew Up 11 Military Support Ships Seafarers recently welcomed the news that SIU-contracted companies have been awarded new operating agreements for the 11 LMSRs pictured on this page. Early last month, the government announced SIU-contracted American Overseas Marine Corporation as the new operator of nine LMSRs, including the seven Bob Hope-class ships and two converted vessels. Additionally, SIU-contracted 3PSC, LLC will operate two other converted LMSRs. Among those happy to receive the news were Seafarers (going up a gangway, left to right) AB Hennie Haylock, SA Jermaine Robinson, OS Leroyal Hester and AB Jonathan Brown. The vessels’ current operator (Patriot) is protesting the award. Page 3. USNS Gilliland USNS Seay USNS Pililaau USNS Gordon USNS Brittin USNS Mendonca USNS Benavidez �24753_p02,3,17,21.qxd 9/24/2004 9:31 AM Page 2 President’s Report More Progress for the SIU Heading into the final months of 2004, our union remains incredibly active and productive. September brought two major gains for Seafarers: the award of operating contracts for 11 LMSRs to SIU-contracted companies, and the signing of an agreement between a highly regarded national health care network and the Seafarers Health and Benefits Plan. The LMSRs represent a substantial number of new jobs in the deck and engine departments. They also signify the continuation of our union’s consistent demonstrated ability to deliver for the membership. In 2004 alone, through outright new vessels and replacement tonnage, we have added new jobs aboard military support ships, tankers, containerships, car carriers, Great Lakes vessels and passenger ferries. You’ve heard me say it before: It’s all about jobs, jobs, jobs! On that score, the SIU takes a back seat to no one. The agreement with First Health Network also is a key development. At a time when health insurance costs are climbing beyond the reach of tens of millions of Americans, SIU members who are covered by the Seafarers Health and Benefits Plan not only are maintaining good benefits but also are gaining access to a national network of health care providers for which there are currently no out-of-pocket costs. I’d call that a remarkable accomplishment, especially in light of the latest news concerning health care costs. You may have read media reports last month stating that health insurance premiums paid by U.S. employers have risen 11 percent this year alone. Most workers are bearing at least some of that cost, paying more to carry their coverage and, in many cases, also paying higher deductibles and co-payments. This is a national crisis and one of the biggest challenges faced by working families. It’s not just that costs are increasing every year—they are rising at rates so far beyond average wage increases that they’re flat unaffordable for far too many people. Out-of-pocket costs for the average worker have gone up 60 percent in the last four years. Also, the most recent figures show an all-time high of 45 million Americans without any health insurance. Until we as a nation find real solutions, those numbers only will get worse. In that context, Seafarers have it better than most, thanks largely to efforts by the Plan and the union. We will continue to aggressively protect our benefits, but this is a serious, difficult fight. Elsewhere, Seafarers continue making progress aboard our newly contracted cruise ship, NCL America’s Pride of Aloha. There’s no question the Pride of Aloha is working through some growing pains, but that’s to be expected. Overall, the operation is headed in the right direction and bound for total success. On that note, I thank the SIU crew members who have helped the Pride of Aloha through these early stages. The work hasn’t been easy, and the hours usually are long, but our members consistently have been praised for maintaining great attitudes and doing whatever it takes to help ensure the smoothest possible experience for all concerned. That type of dedication and sacrifice doesn’t go unnoticed or unappreciated. Lastly, I again encourage all Seafarers to participate in the upcoming elections—both our union elections and the national, state and local contests. Make sure you are eligible to vote, and support the candidates who will support a strong U.S. Merchant Marine. Volume 66, Number 10 October 2004 The SIU on line: www.seafarers.org The Seafarers LOG (ISSN 1086-4636) is published monthly by the Seafarers International Union; Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District/NMU, AFL-CIO; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, MD 20746. Telephone (301) 899-0675. Periodicals postage paid at Southern Maryland 20790-9998. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the Seafarers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. Communications Director, Jordan Biscardo; Managing Editor/Production, Deborah A. Hirtes; Associate Editor, Jim Guthrie; Art, Bill Brower; Administrative Support, Misty Dobry. Copyright © 2004 Seafarers International Union, AGLIWD All Rights Reserved. 2 Seafarers LOG SIU Safety Directors Examine New U.S. Maritime Regulations SIU safety directors last month scrutinized a host of significant issues that affect not only Seafarers individually, but also the maritime community and the entire shipping industry during their annual conference at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md. The five-day gathering, which ran Sept. 13-17, marked the sixth yearly meeting of the union’s safety directors. The conference’s agenda, jam-packed from the opening day, included a series of informational briefings from heads of several of the union’s administrative departments, and presentations by instructors from the Paul Hall Center. The lion’s share of the safety director’s agenda however involved in-depth discussions on small arms awareness, mariner identification documents, and maritime security awareness. Cdr. Capt. John Lawrence of Alaska Tanker Co. provides operational insights about his company to the safety directors. Cyndi Stowe, U.S. Coast Guard, briefed the directors on the Participants in the SIU’s Sept. 13-17 safety directors’ conference pose for a photo shortly after their graduation. From left to right are Mitch Oakley, Frank Vincenzo, Archie Ware, Christian Westbrook, Samuel Spain, Frank Iverson, Kevin Marchand, Amancio Crespo, and Randy Senatore. Small Arms Awareness Training was a highlight of the safety conference. Following many hours of instruction and training in the classroom, conference attendees took to the firing range to practice and hone their newly acquired skills. Cdr. Cyndi Stowe, U.S. Coast Guard, briefs the safety directors on provisions of the Maritime Transportation Security Act of 2004. Maritime Security Act of 2004 while Capt. John Lawrence presented a seminar on behalf of SIU-contracted Alaska Tanker Co. “The entire conference was very well-organized, flawlessly structured and highly informative,” said Kevin Marchand from the port of Houston. “Everyone involved in putting together the conference did a masterful job, and we all gained a great deal of insight from the union officials who participated in the various workshops with us. “This was my first time participating in the conference,” Marchand continued, “but the veterans in the group all said that this year’s event was the best that they have ever attended. I’m sure I’m speaking for the entire group (fellow safety directors) when I say that we all walked away better equipped to handle the everyday situations which we encounter in our respective ports.” In addition to Marchand, others who participated in the sixth safety conference and their respective ports were: Amancio Crespo, port of San Juan; Frank Iverson, Honolulu; Mitch Oakley, Piney Point; Randy Senatore, New York; Samuel Spain, Norfolk; Frank Vincenzo, Tacoma; Archie Ware, San Francisco; and Christian Westbrook, New Orleans. Paul Hall Center Hosts ITF Inspectors Graham Young (standing in photo below) from the office of the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) Secretariat, conducts a wrap-up briefing for inspectors who participated in the ITF’s Sept. 12-17 All Americas Inspectorate Training Seminar at the Seafarers-affiliated Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Piney Point, Md. More than 40 inspectors from North, South and Central America converged on the southern Maryland campus to get acquainted, exchange ideas, discuss trends in their respective countries and coordinate strategies for future flag-of-convenience campaigns. Young (right in photo at right) also addressed the inspectors during the seminar’s workshops. Pictured with Young (from the left) are Steve Trowsdale, office of the ITF Secretariat and Stephen Cotton, head of the ITF’s Special Seafarers’ Department. The U.S. Coast Guard conducted a Port Access and Security workshop for the inspectors during which they discussed the ramifications of the United Nations’ new International Ship and Port Facility Security Code and the U.S. Maritime Security Act of 2004. SIU Secretary-Treasurer David Heindel, who serves as vice chair of the ITF’s Seafarers’ Section, also participated in the seminar. “I think it’s good for ITF inspectors to meet from time to time to exchange ideas and hone their skills by becoming acquainted with the various techniques and approaches employed by their counterparts from other countries when dealing with similar situations,” Heindel stated. October 2004 �24753_P1,3,24 cx.qxd 9/27/2004 6:54 PM Page 3 SIU Gains Jobs on 11 LMSRs Seafarers to Crew Up U.S. Military Support Ships The SIU last month welcomed the news that two of its contracted companies have been awarded operating agreements for 11 large, medium-speed, roll-on/ roll-off vessels (LMSRs). Seafarers-contracted American Overseas Marine Corporation (AMSEA) will be the new operator of nine LMSRs, including the seven Bob Hope-class ships and two converted vessels. SIU-contracted 3PSC, LLC will operate two other converted LMSRs. The U.S. Military Sealift Command (MSC) announced the bid awards in early September. Seafarers originally were scheduled to begin crewing most of the ships starting this month and next month. However, Patriot Contract Services (the current operator) has protested the MSC award, thereby delaying the turnover. A memo from the SIU was sent last month to the member- ship detailing the protest. Among other things, the memo points out that Patriot’s objection wasn’t unexpected. “The company is facing a loss of approximately 30 percent of their business,” the memo notes, “and not to protest would be commercially irresponsible…. This is standard operating procedure in this type of situation. The SIU will continue to monitor the situation and fully expect to man these ships when the General Accounting Office upholds the award to AMSEA.” The operating agreements in effect are four years apiece; officially they are four one-year agreements renewable each year. The SIU will fill all unlicensed positions aboard the 11 ships. Seafarers called the announcement of the award a major win for the SIU. “I’m very happy about it,” said OMU Thomas Haskins, who joined the union 10 years ago. Health Network Agreement Offers Many Advantages Saving money while maintaining quality health insurance coverage levels is an unlikely feat, but the Seafarers Health and Benefits Plan (SHBP) has pulled it off, thanks to a new affiliation with First Health Network. “This is an effective way of reducing costs without sacrificing quality and without placing any additional burden on our participants,” said SHBP Administrator Bill Dennis. “First Health is a very large, highly regarded network that matches up well with our participants’ home zip codes. I think it’s a win-win situation.” The Plan’s Board of Trustees sent a letter and network membership card to each participant confirming the agreement with First Health Network as this issue of the LOG went to press. That letter notes that the agreement—effective Nov. 1, 2004—should help eliminate applicable out-of-pocket costs for Seafarers. Another expected plus is that Seafarers using the network no longer will have to worry about doctors’ charges exceeding the “reasonable and customary” coverage limit, since the network and its participating physicians agree to a set fee schedule. Another recent communication from the SHBP board points out that “out of network claims [will] continue to be processed and paid in accordance with the Rules and Regulations of the Plan and may result in a balance bill to the participant.” In other words, while treatment outside the network is an option, members would continue to be responsible for applicable co-payments as well as fees beyond the “reasonable and customary” amount. As reported last month, the health benefits plan of an SIU-affiliated union earlier this year joined the First Health Network, and the results have been clearly favorable for that plan, its participating members and eligible dependents. “Using the network makes sense for members because they save money and they don’t have to deal with paperwork, since the network doctors and hospitals file the claims for them,” Dennis added. More than 4,500 hospitals and some 425,000 physicians and ancillary providers participate in First Health Network. According to the company, 99 percent of hospitals and 96 percent of physicians and ancillary providers normally renew their respective contracts with the network. First Health requires pre-certification (pre-approval) prior to a scheduled hospital admission or surgery. In the case of an emergency hospitalization or surgery, the network must be notified within 48 hours after admission. Each SIU hall will keep a list of the First Health Network participants. Individuals also may call the network at 800 839-1980 to check whether or not their doctor participates, or visit the web site www.firsthealth.com (use login ID SHBP) for an electronic directory. According to recent studies, health insurance premiums paid by U.S. employers increased 11.2 percent this year. A study by the Kaiser Family Foundation and the Health Research and Educational Trust showed that it costs about $10,000 per year to insure the average family. As part of that expense, workers pay approximately $500 per year for single coverage or roughly $2,600 for family coverage. This marks the fourth straight year that premiums increased by 10 percent or more. In 2003, the jump was 13.9 percent. Those aren’t the only figures on the rise. According to the Kaiser study, workers’ out-of-pocket costs have increased by 60 percent during the past four years. Also, the U.S. Census Bureau recently noted that the number of uninsured Americans increased to 45 million last year. October 2004 “It’s reassuring that things are still going in the right direction.” “I think it’s excellent,” stated AB Mike Penkwitz, a Seafarer since 1988. “It creates a lot of jobs for our members. Those are going to be good ships, and the more ships we have, the better our security.” Bosun’s Mate George Pino, a 30-year member of the SIU, declared that the awards are good news for MSC, too. “SIU members are highly trained, and we have access to one of the best maritime schools in the world,” he observed. “That comes through our union leadership. “The announcement of more jobs for us is definitely a plus.” Recertified Bosun George Khan, who joined the SIU in 1978, said the news of new jobs “most definitely is well-received, especially since we’re going with the good (health benefits) package. That’s big with me, the benefits. It’s more important than anything else.” The Bop Hope ships are the USNS Benavidez, USNS Bob Hope, USNS Brittin, USNS Fisher, USNS Mendonca, USNS Pililaau and USNS Seay. AMSEA also will operate the USNS Shughart and USNS Yano, while 3PSC, LLC will operate the USNS Gordon and USNS Gilliland. SIU President Michael Sacco said the awards are “great news for the membership and a big win for the entire union. When you gain The USNS Seay (above) and the rest of the Military Sealift Command’s fleet of LMSRs have been active throughout Operation Iraqi Freedom. new jobs on 11 ships, there’s every reason to feel good about it.” SIU Vice President Contracts Augie Tellez said the awards “reflect in part the excellent work done by our rank-and-file membership throughout the years and in particular throughout Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom. These 11 LMSRs will be in good hands with SIU crews.” The Bob Hope ships were built at Avondale in New Orleans, with delivery dates ranging from 1998 to 2003. The Shughart and Yano were converted at NASSCO in San Diego, while the Gordon and Gilliland were converted at Newport News (Va.) Shipbuilding. The converted vessels formerly were containerships; all were delivered to MSC by late 1997. MSC cites two key missions— prepositioning and surge sealift— for its LMSRs, including eight Seafarers-crewed Watson-class vessels. The ships vary in length from about 900 feet to approximately 950 feet. The USNS Benavidez was the last of the Bob Hope-class ships built at Avondale in New Orleans. SBX Joins SIU Fleet Seafarers are crewing up a semi-submersible craft that is part of a U.S. operation called ground-based midcourse defense (GMD). The U.S. Missile Defense Agency is in charge of GMD, which includes a seabased component. As shown in this illustration provided by the agency, the ship essentially is a mobile platform for an advanced radar system. It is 400 feet long and 237 feet wide, selfpropelled and features a twin-hull design. For now, it is being called the SBX—an abbreviation for sea-based X-Band radar. As reported last month, the SBX will be forward-deployed in the Pacific Rim. Seafarers LOG 3 �24753_P1,4,15,18-20,22,23.qxd 9/24/2004 8:06 PM Page 4 Transportation Secretary Credits SIU Crews For Helping Fight Fire on USNS Shughart Secretary of Transportation Norman Y. Mineta, in a pair of recent letters to Marine Transport Lines, Inc., formally thanked the SIU crews from two Military Sealift Command (MSC) vessels for their roles in assisting a third vessel which caught fire while offloading military cargo in Kuwait. Specifically, Secretary Mineta expressed his gratitude to the masters and crews of the Cape Douglas and Cape Ducato for assisting the USNS Shughart during an engine room fire which occurred March 5 while it was berthed at the port of Ash Shuaiba in Kuwait. The Shughart was offloading military trucks and equipment for the U.S. Army’s 1st Cavalry Division in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom when the incident occurred. U.S. Coast Guard investigators say it appears that the fire originated in the auxiliary machinery room on the starboard side of the 950-foot large, medium speed, roll-on/rolloff ship midway between the water line and the main deck. Three crew members apparently suffered smoke inhalation, and the ship’s electrical system was heavily damaged, but all cargo was offloaded and undamaged. In part, the transportation secretary’s correspondence said: “This letter is to thank the crew(s) of the Cape Douglas (and Cape Ducato) in assisting the USNS Shughart during its engine room fire in early March of this year while in the Kuwaiti port of Ash Shuaiba. “I understand that your vessel(s), the Ready Reserve Force ship Cape Douglas (and Cape Ducato) was (were) docked nearby when the engine room fire was reported on board the USNS Shughart. The crews of three Military Sealift Command ships and two Maritime Administration ships worked in unison with shore-side support to put out this fire. As serious as this fire was, the result would have been much worse without your combined gallant efforts. “The response of the Cape Douglas (and Cape Ducato) crew(s) in fighting the fire aboard the USNS Shughart is but a small part of your overall service in the U.S. Merchant Marine. This service is greatly appreciated during this time of sealift support for Operation Iraqi Freedom II.” According to reports released by MSC, the Shughart was about 75 percent offloaded when crew working in the area of the auxiliary machinery room smelled smoke. Upon investigation, they found thick black smoke coming from the auxiliary machinery room and used extinguishers and water hoses to tamp down what they thought was a fire and to cool the area. After about 90 minutes and with smoke still billowing, it was clear the technique was not working. The crew secured the engine room ventilation system and all Notice MSC Notification to Coast Guard Legislation recently was signed into law requiring the U.S. Military Sealift Command (MSC) to notify the U.S. Coast Guard of a positive drug test result within two weeks of the date that MSC receives the result from the medical review officer. Previously, drug test results were not reported to the Coast Guard until CIVMARS were afforded the opportunity to file a grievance against the result and continue through the disciplinary process should they choose to do so. The union is negotiating with MSC to try to reduce the negative impact of this change. MSC has advised the union that once it reports the results to the Coast Guard, Coast Guard officials will be obligated to contact CIVMARS to confiscate their MMD and begin the administrative process against the mariner. CIVMARS who have questions regarding this practice should contact their government services representative. U.S. Transportation Secretary Norman Y. Mineta other systems they could reach, and left the space to muster for a head count. Once all crew members were accounted for, the ship’s carbon dioxide fire fighting system was activated in the affected spaces. The system floods the area with carbon dioxide which depletes the oxygen in the space and extinguishes the fire. Council’s Tribute Puts Late SIU VP on Road to Jersey Memorial In many ways, Ed Pulver gave his heart to the people of Jersey City, N.J. Now, the city has dedicated part of its landscape in memory of the late Seafarers vice president. “Edward Pulver Way,” a portion of Washington Boulevard in Jersey City, officially was named on Sept. 9 at a well-attended ceremony in the municipality. Street signs bearing Pulver’s name adorn the road from Dudley Street to the Morris Canal. Identical signs were presented to Pulver’s daughters. The Jersey City Municipal Council last year unanimously approved a city ordinance creating Edward Pulver Way. Pulver passed away May 26, 2002 at age 78. A Jersey City native, he was a tireless philanthropist and dedicated trade unionist. SIU President Michael Sacco called the street dedication “a well-deserved tribute. Ed was a A large contingent of Seafarers on Sept. 6 joined several thousand of their brothers and sisters from other labor unions to participate in the annual Labor Day Parade in Los Angeles/Long Beach, Calif. Some of the parade’s floats and participants are shown in the photo at left. 4 Seafarers LOG sprang into action. Flames were now visible from the starboard side of the ship, the first time actual flames were seen. Smoke had been the culprit during the first battle. Fire fighters decided that the auxiliary machinery room was the likely epicenter of the fire, and getting foam into that space was crucial to extinguishing the fire. The crew immediately went to work cutting holes through the deck above the room, and the Kuwaiti fire trucks pumped foam into the machinery room. It worked. Twenty-four hours after discovery, the fire was finally out, but the ship was seriously damaged. Electrical systems were most affected. An auxiliary diesel generator and an adjacent power pack room were destroyed. The auxiliary switchboard was damaged, and electrical cabling in the fire area needed replacement. Street-Smart Official Ed Pulver Remembered as Caring Leader Seafarers Participate in Labor Day Parade Seafarers, including officials as well as members from the port of Wilmington, photo at right, proudly displayed the SIU banner during the parade. Among those who participated in the parade were Wilmington Port Agent John Cox, Patrolman Jesse Solis and Dispatcher Nick Rios. SIU members who participated included Rudy Bacalla, Jesse Solis Jr., Michael Johnson, John Raquipiso, Al Sanchez, James Boss, Mo Yahya, Abdull Nasser and Hassan Mohamed. In addition to the help rendered by crews from the Cape Douglas and Cape Ducato, fire fighting assistance was requested from SIU-crewed MSC sister ships USNS Red Cloud and USNS Sisler, which also were offloading in the port. Fire trucks from the Kuwait port offices were driven aboard the Shughart and began fighting the smoke and cooling the area. Alongside, tugs sprayed water on the ship’s hull in an attempt to cool the metal. About six hours from the time smoke was discovered, the fire was declared to be out, and the spaces were left to cool. Stevedores worked quickly to finish offloading the remaining cargo. Without warning about 12 hours later, fire flashed again. It appears that the re-flash may have come from fire in the electrical cables that penetrate the decks, according to the report. Again, crew members and fire fighters Participating in the dedication of Edward Pulver Way are (from left) the late SIU VP’s daughters Linda, Marianne, Jean, Jersey City Mayor L. Harvey Smith, Pulver’s daughter Carol and Councilman E. Junior Maldonado. true labor leader and someone who always fought for the underdog. He dedicated his life to helping others.” Jersey City Mayor L. Harvey Smith, Councilman E. Junior Maldonado (who sponsored the ordinance) and SIU Vice President Atlantic Coast Joseph Soresi were among the featured speakers at last month’s ceremony. All remembered Pulver as a genuine, humanitarian advocate. “The people who knew Ed the best, without exception, described him in superlative terms,” Soresi noted. “I had the pleasure of knowing Ed Pulver and working with him, and I can say without hesitation that he’s truly deserving of this recognition from his native city. It’s a great way to remember a man who did so much to help others. “Professionally, Ed was very well-respected, both politically and within the labor movement,” Soresi continued. “Personally, he was a great guy who would do anything for you. The dedication of Edward Pulver Way is an exclamation point at the end of Eddie’s overwhelming record of generosity.” Among other activities, Pulver founded several organizations which helped immigrants adjust to U.S. society without sacrificing their heritage. He belonged to numerous community and civic groups including the National Executive Board of the Labor Council for Latin American Advancement, and the Hudson County Economic Development Corporation. He served as executive vice president of the Filipino and Americans As One organization and as president of the Hudson County SPCA. Additionally, he served on the board of directors for the Hudson County School of Technology as well as for Saint Francis Hospital and Christ Hospital. Pulver’s association with the Seafarers dated back more than 50 years. He headed the SIU’s office in Jersey City. He was the president and a founding member of the Hudson County Central Labor Council, and served on the state AFL-CIO executive board. October 2004 �24753_P5-7,9-14,16,24.qxd 9/20/2004 12:10 PM Page 5 Homeland Security Dept. Announces $49 Million in Port Security Grants Agencies Move Toward Large-Scale Adoption of ‘Smart Cards’ As part of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) continuing commitment to enhance security at the nation’s key ports and facilities, DHS Secretary Tom Ridge on Sept. 13 announced more than $49 million in the fourth round of port security grants. The Port Security Grant Program provides resources for projects to improve dockside and perimeter security that is vital to securing our critical national seaports. According to the department, these awards will contribute to important security upgrades such as surveillance equipment, access controls to restricted areas, communications equipment, and the construction of new command and control facilities. The grant program represents one layer of the department’s system of defenses for our nation’s ports that includes monitoring the people, cargo and vessels entering U.S. ports from the time they leave a foreign port to the time they arrive in the U.S. “The Department of Homeland Security is committed to further securing our nation’s maritime system, which is vital to our nation’s economic wellbeing as the avenue for international trade and commerce,” said Secretary Ridge. “These projects are critical to the mission of securing our ports.” “Each year, millions of people, vessels and pieces of cargo pass through our nation’s ports,” said C. Suzanne Mencer, executive director DHS’ Office for Domestic Preparedness. “These grants help protect our ports of entry and ensure the uninterrupted flow of global commerce.” The Office for Domestic Preparedness, Transportation Security Administration, Customs and Border Protection, the U.S. Coast Guard, and the Department of Transportation’s Maritime Administration evaluated this round of port security grant applications and selected 154 award recipients across the nation. Previously, the DHS awarded $92 million in June 2002, $168 million in July 2003, and $179 million in December 2003 as part of the Port Security Grant Program, and $75 million from the Urban Area Security Initiative for port security in August 2003. Elsewhere, federal agencies appear to be moving toward the large-scale adoption of smart cards for identification, according to a Government Accountability Office (GAO) survey titled “Federal Agencies Continue to Invest in Smart Card Technology.” This work follows up on a similar GAO survey released in January 2003 and is based on a GAO study conducted on the number and scope of smart card programs currently being done by federal agencies. Prepared for Rep. Tom Davis (R-Va.), chairman of the Government Reform Committee, the report said that 18 agencies have initiated 62 smart card projects among them. Sources say most of them were small-scale demonstrations until the past two years. Since then, however, some agencies have launched much larger implementations. “We’re seeing a trend toward larger, agency-wide smart card projects,” said John de Ferrari, GAO’s assistant director of information management issues. “Since we reported in 2003, about half of [the ongoing projects] have been terminated. Many of them were pilot projects or they were specific projects in small agencies, offices or divisions.” Between December 2004 and December 2008, according to published accounts, officials at five agencies—the Department of Defense (DOD), the Department of Homeland Security, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, the Interior Department and the Department of Veterans Affairs—are planning to make an aggregated purchase of up to 40 million cards through a General Services Administration (GSA) contract. The DOD alone has ordered 800,000 Common Access Cards from an Amsterdam, Netherlands-based firm, its prime smart card contractor. DOD uses the U.S. Major General Dunwoody Assumes Command at CASCOM A U.S. Army general who is a staunch advocate of the U.S. Merchant Marine’s importance in national security has assumed duties as the commanding general of a major U.S. Army Command. Maj. Gen. Ann E. Dunwoody on Sept. 2 during a formal ceremony at Fort Lee, Va.’s Sgt. Sealy Field assumed command of the U.S. Army Combined Arms Support Command and Fort Lee (CASCOM). SIU President Michael Sacco and SIU Vice President Contracts Augie Tellez joined hundreds of military officers, soldiers and civilians who attended the ceremony. Dunwoody replaced Maj. Gen. Terry Juskowiak as commander of CASCOM and in the process became the first woman ever to hold the job. Juskowiak retired from the Army following 31 years of distinguished service. Dunwoody and Juskowiak stood side by side throughout most of the one-hour change-of-command ceremony, according to a report in the The Progress Index, but it was Dunwoody who led the pass in review march of several hundred soldiers who filed past Juskowiak and his wife while they were situated in the reviewing stand. The outgoing commander re- October 2004 ferred to his replacement as “a great combat tested warrior” during his going-away address, the report said. Dunwoody said, “What a great day this is to be an American soldier…There is not a day that I don’t think of our soldiers deployed abroad.” Dunwoody’s new command provides the Army with test and evaluation of combat and training concepts; participates in the force structuring process; determines materiel requirements and influences the development, acquisition and fielding processes for combat service support functions. Prior to assuming CASCOM’s lead position, the general served as commander of the U.S. Army’s Military Traffic Management Command (a component of TRANSCOM), which supports the Department of Defense and the mobilization community worldwide during peace and war with responsive planning, crisis response actions, traffic management, terminal operations, information management and “deployability” engineering. Previously, Dunwoody was commanding general of the 1st Corps Support Command (Airborne), Fort Bragg, N.C. Her unit provided support to Army units deployed in Afghanistan. The general received a direct cards to provide identity verification for access to buildings and for log-on access to computers and networks. Another large agency-wide effort is being launched as part of the DHS’ identification and credentialing project. DHS officials plan to issue 250,000 cards to employees and contractors for “three-factor” authentication, sources report. Smart cards are credit cardsize plastic devices that contain a computer chip capable of exchanging data with other systems and processing information. Unlike debit and credit cards, smart cards do not use strips, which can be deleted or changed. And smart cards have so-called three-factor authentication, a system requiring users to present a smart card, enter a password and verify a biometric scan. “While the technology offers benefits, launching smart card projects—whether large or small—has proved challenging to federal agencies,” the GAO report states. The GSA is responsible for promoting smart card use and guiding agencies, the report notes, adding that GSA’s effectiveness has been “mixed.” Meanwhile, the White House, on the third anniversary of the September 11, 2001 attacks on the United States, released a fact sheet on what it considers its accomplishments on the war against terrorism. In the area of port and cargo security, according to the fact sheet: The president has significantly increased funding for the Coast Guard, including dramatic increases for port security and acquisition of new resources. The Coast Guard is creating more than a dozen 100-person Maritime Safety and Security Teams, to provide point defense for critical infrastructure and shipping; employing armed helicopters to provide waterside security; and reviewing thousands of new vessel, facility and port security plans. Funding for Coast Guard port security efforts has increased over 500 percent from the beginning of the current administration through 2004. The Coast Guard’s deepwater fleet modernization project has received a total of $1.5 billion over the last three years, and the president has requested $678 million in his FY 2005 budget. DHS has strengthened measures to protect the nation from smuggled radioactive materials and nuclear devices, by equipping CBP inspectors, Coast Guard boarding personnel and Border Patrol agents with portable radiation detectors and installing radiation detection portals at sea, land, rail and air ports of entry, including mail processing facilities. The first radiation portals were installed in March 2003. DHS established the National Targeting Center (NTC), which uses computer-assisted analytical protocols to determine which cargo and passengers destined for the United States present the greatest threat, focusing examinations and inspections on them. The NTC screens data on 100 percent of inbound seaborne shipping containers (6 million per year) to identify those posing a “high risk,” CBP personnel conduct examinations of 100 percent of high-risk containers. DHS established the Container Security Initiative (CSI), deploying CBP officials to 25 major international seaports to pre-screen shipping containers for illicit or dangerous materials before they are loaded on vessels bound for the United States. CSI includes the ports that ship roughly two-thirds of inbound containers to the United States. Additional ports are being added over the next two years. Maj. Gen. Ann E. Dunwoody, Commander, CASCOM Coast Guard Especially Concerned About Port Security in 17 Countries commission as a second lieutenant after graduating from the State University of New York at Cortland in 1975. She has graduate degrees in national resource strategy and logistics management. Her past assignments include tours of duty with the 82nd Airborne Division, Fort Bragg, N.C.; 10th Mountain Division (Light Infantry), Fort Drum, N.Y.; and the Defense Logistics Agency, Fort Belvoir, Va. During Operation Desert Storm, Dunwoody deployed to Saudi Arabia as the division parachute officer of the 82nd Airborne Division. She served overseas from September 1990 to March 1991. The U.S. Coast Guard on Sept. 10 alerted the maritime community that it has concerns about the security of ports in 17 foreign countries because they have failed to report compliance with new international port security requirements. Countries making the list are: Albania, Equatorial Guinea, Kiribati, Madagascar, Nigeria, Soloman Islands, Benin, Guinea, Lebanon, Mozambique, Serbia and Montenegro, Suriname, Democratic Republic of Congo, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Nauru and Sierra Leone. The Coast said it will target vessels for increased boardings when arriving in U.S. ports if they have visited one of those countries during their last five port calls. “Shipping is a global industry,” said Adm. Thomas Collins, commandant, U.S. Coast Guard. “In order for us to protect our ports, we must be concerned about the security of the entire shipping chain, including ports overseas.” Countries were required to provide the International Maritime Organization information about their ports’ compliance with new international security requirements by July 1. The Coast Guard has a range of concerns about the information reported from these 17 countries, including reports that they are not in full compliance, incomplete reports, or no reports at all. Seafarers LOG 5 �24753_P5-7,9-14,16,24.qxd 9/24/2004 8:14 PM Page 6 Information for the 2004 Election of Officers SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes & Inland Waters District/NMU Balloting Begins Nov. 1 for Union Officers Voting starts Nov. 1 for the election of officers for the Seafarers International Union Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District/NMU. SIU members will be able to cast secret ballots at union halls or by mail through Dec. 31, 2004. Seafarers eligible to vote in this election to determine union officers for the 2005-2008 term are full-book members in good standing. This eligibility criteria is spelled out in the union’s governing document, the constitution. The ballot will list the names of all qualified candidates as determined by the credentials committee, a group made up of six rank-and-file Seafarers who reviewed the nominating petitions of all SIU members seeking office in this districtwide election. A sample of this ballot appears on page 8. The credentials committee report, which was prepared Aug. 19, and submitted to the member- ship at the September monthly meetings, indicated 29 candidates had qualified to run for 27 positions. (The committee’s report was published in the September 2004 Seafarers LOG.) The 27 posts for which Seafarers will cast their ballots are president, executive vice president, secretary-treasurer, eight vice presidents, six assistant vice presidents and 10 port agents. 21 Polling Places The election will be conducted by mail ballot as provided by the union’s constitution. Secret ballots, accompanied by envelopes marked “Ballot” and postage-paid envelopes printed with the address of the bank depository where the ballots are kept until submitted to the tallying committee, will be available to full-book members in good standing at 21 union halls around the country. (See list of voting locations on this page.) Notice on Unopposed Candidates One part of the article of the SIU constitution covering rules for elections concerns the election of candidates who are unopposed for the office in question. The section states that those candidates who are unopposed for any office or job shall be considered elected to that office or job and that the tallying committee shall not have to count the votes for any such candidate. The entire section, contained in Article XIII, Section 5 of the SIU constitution, reads as follows: “A candidate unopposed for any office or job shall be deemed elected to such office or job notwithstanding that his name may appear on the ballot. The Union Tallying Committee shall not be required to tally completely the results of the voting for such unopposed candidate but shall certify in their report that such unopposed candidate has been elected to such office or job. The Election Report Meeting shall accept the above certification of the Union Tallying Committee.” Procedures for Voting All Seafarers eligible to vote in the union’s 2004 election of officers and job holders for the term 2005-2008 may vote by secret ballot from Nov. 1 through Dec. 31, 2004. Secret ballots, together with self-addressed, stamped envelopes for mailing, will be available at union halls to all eligible voters. Seafarers are eligible to vote in the union’s election if they are fullbook members in good standing. Details of the election procedure are spelled out in Article XIII of the SIU constitution, which is printed verbatim on pages 9 and 10 of this issue of the Seafarers LOG. In summary, here is the procedure for voting: Eligible Seafarers may pick up ballot and mailing envelopes from 9:00 a.m. to 12 noon (local time), Monday through Saturday, excluding legal holidays, from Nov. 1 through Dec. 31, 2004 at designated union halls (see list on this page). When a full-book member arrives to vote, he or she should present his or her book to the port agent or his duly designated representative. The member will be asked to sign a roster sheet indicating the date, the number of the ballot given the member and his or her book number. The member will have his book stamped with the word “Voted” and the date. At the same time, the member will receive a ballot, together with an envelope marked “Ballot” and a mailing envelope. The mailing envelope has the address of the depository printed on it, making it self-addressed. It also has the postage pre-paid. The top part of the ballot above the perforated line will be retained by the port agent or his duly designated representative. In cases where a member does not produce his or her book, or if there is a question about the member’s good standing or other eligibility matters, the member will receive a mailing envelope of a different color marked with the word “Challenge.” His or her book also will be stamped “Voted Challenge” and the date. After a member has voted, he or she puts the ballot in the mailing envelope which is addressed to the bank depository and stamped. The mailing envelope should then be put in the mail. 6 Seafarers LOG Eligible Seafarers may pick up their ballots and envelopes marked “Ballot” and mailing envelopes at these halls between 9:00 a.m. until 12:00 noon, Monday through Saturday, except legal holidays, from Nov. 1 to Dec. 31. Each member must present his or her book to the port agent or the agent’s designated representative when receiving the ballot, the envelope marked “Ballot” and the mailing envelope. When the Seafarer receives the ballot and envelopes, his or her book will be stamped with the word “Voted” and the date. If a member does not present his or her book, or if there is a question in regard to his or her eligibility to vote, the Seafarer will receive a mailing envelope of a different color marked with the word “Challenge.” His or her book will be stamped with the words “Voted Challenge” and the date. For members who believe they will be at sea during this time, the SIU constitution provides for absentee voting procedures. Fullbook members in good standing who need to vote by absentee ballot should direct a request for the ballot to the union’s secretary-treasurer at SIU headquarters—5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. NOTICE OF 2004 ELECTION FOR ELECTION OF 2005-2008 OFFICERS SEAFARERS INTERNATIONAL UNION OF NORTH AMERICA Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District/NMU Elections will be conducted by secret mail ballot. Ballots may be obtained at the following locations from 9:00 a.m. to 12 noon (local time), Mondays through Saturdays, excluding holidays, during the voting period. The voting period shall commence Nov. 1, 2004 and shall continue through Dec. 31, 2004. VOTING LOCATIONS BALTIMORE 2315 Essex St., Baltimore, MD 21224 BOSTON 27 Drydock Ave., Boston, MA 02210 DETROIT 520 St. Clair River Dr., Algonac, MI 48001 DULUTH 324 West Superior St., Duluth, MN 55802 FT. LAUDERDALE 1221 South Andrews Ave., Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33316 GUAM 125 Sunny Plaza, Suite 301-E, Tun Jesus Crisostomo St., Tamuning, Guam 96911 HONOLULU 606 Kalihi St., Honolulu, HI 96819 HOUSTON 1221 Pierce St., Houston, TX 77002 JACKSONVILLE 3315 Liberty St., Jacksonville, FL 32206 JOLIET 10 East Clinton, Joliet, IL 60432 MOBILE 1640 Dauphin Island Parkway, Mobile, AL 36605 NEW ORLEANS 3911 Lapalco Blvd., Harvey, LA 70058 NEW YORK 635 Fourth Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11232 NORFOLK 115 Third St., Norfolk, VA 23510 PHILADELPHIA 2604 South Fourth St., Philadelphia, PA 19148 PINEY POINT Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship, Piney Point, MD 20674 PUERTO RICO 1057 Fernandez Juncos Ave, Santurce, PR 00907 SAN FRANCISCO 350 Fremont St., San Francisco, CA 94105 ST. LOUIS 4581 Gravois Ave., St. Louis, MO 63116 TACOMA 3411 South Union St., Tacoma, WA 98409 WILMINGTON 510 North Broad Ave., Wilmington, CA 90744 Secret Ballots Once the Seafarer has received his or her ballot and envelopes, he or she marks the ballot for the candidates of his or her choice and puts it in the envelope marked “Ballot.” This envelope is sealed by the member and placed in the mailing envelope and then dispatched in the mail. These steps ensure the integrity of the secret ballot process. The union’s constitution, in Article XIII, details the procedures for voting in union elections. All ballots will be counted by the rank-and-file tallying committee consisting of two members elected from each of the union’s constitutional ports. These committee members will be elected in December. They will convene as the tallying committee in early Jan. 2005. ELECTION INFORMATION CONTINUES ON THE NEXT 5 PAGES. Procedure for Absentee Ballots In the case of members eligible to vote who believe they will be at sea during the Nov. 1 through Dec. 31, 2004 voting period, absentee ballots are available. The SIU constitution ensures that members who are eligible to vote and who find themselves in this situation may vote. Procedures are established in the SIU constitution to safeguard the secret ballot election, including the absentee ballot process. Here is the procedure to follow when requesting an absentee ballot: Make the request in writing to the SIU office of the secretary-treasurer, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. Include in the request the correct address where the absentee ballot should be mailed. Send the request for an absentee ballot by registered or certified mail. The registered or certified mail envelope must be postmarked no later than midnight, Nov. 15, 2004 and must be received at 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746 no later than Nov. 25, 2004. The secretary-treasurer, after confirming eligibility, will send by registered mail, return receipt requested, to the address designed in the request, a ballot, together with an envelope marked “Ballot” and a mailing envelope no later than Nov. 30, 2004. Upon receiving the ballot and envelopes, vote by marking the ballot. After voting the ballot, place the ballot in the envelope marked “Ballot.” Do not write on the “Ballot” envelope. Place the envelope marked “Ballot” in the mailing envelope which is imprinted with the mailing address of the bank depository where all ballots are sent. Sign the mailing envelope on the first line of the upper left-hand corner. Print name and book number on the second line. The mailing envelope is self-addressed and stamped. The mailing envelope must be postmarked no later than midnight Dec. 31, 2004 and received by the bank depository no later than Jan. 5, 2005. October 2004 �9/24/04 10:35 PM Page 7 ELECTION NOTICE OF 2004 ELECTION Section 401 (e) of the Labor-Management Reporting and Disclosure Act of 1959 (Landrum-Griffin Act) requires the mailing of an election notice to each member entitled to vote at his last known address. This notice is being sent to you in compliance therewith and, in addition, contains information of interest to all candidates and members. SEE REVERSE SIDE FOR VOTING LOCATIONS AND PROPOSED CONSTITUTIONAL REVISIONS G TIN VO RS BER ICE EM F C F DE 8O 00 UGH 2 – O 05 20 THR F O 004 N 2 TIO 1st, C E ER L E R MB FO OVE N D IO R PE A David W. Heindel, H-1443 VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF CONTRACTS AND CONTRACT ENFORCEMENT 5 Augustin Tellez, T-764 Rene Lioeanjie, L-15000 12 Charles Stewart, S-15000 Joseph T. Soresi, S-2658 15 VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF THE GULF COAST (Vote for One) 16 Nicholas J. Marrone, M-2308 17 18 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2005 - 2008 Joseph Mieluchowski, M-2933 BALTIMORE PORT AGENT Vote for One L 22 Georg Kenny, K-1041 23 Michael D. Murphy, M-2483 MOBILE PORT AGENT (Vote for One) 24 NEW ORLEANS PORT AGENT (Vote for One) 25 26 NOTE: Because of the appeals deadline, the final version of the ballot may be different than this sample ballot. If so, the updated ballot will be printed in the November 2004 issue of the Seafarers LOG. E Anthony M. McQuay, M-2735 SAN FRANCISCO PORT AGENT (Vote for One) 27 Vincent Francis Coss, C-8138 ST. LOUIS PORT AGENT (Vote for One) James P. McGee, M-5945 See Reverse Side for Voting Locations and Proposed Constitutional Revisions Stephen W. Judd, J-5336 HOUSTON PORT AGENT (Vote for One) Don Anderson, A-5244 Chester Wheeler, W-25058 Edward Kelly, Jr., K-5043 28 Rebecca J. Sleeper, S-2497 DETROIT-ALGONAC PORT AGENT (Vote for One) 29 Donald A. Thornton, T-5501 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2005 - 2008 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2005 - 2008 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2005 - 2008 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2005 - 2008 21 ASSISTANT VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF GOVERNMENT SERVICES AND FISHING INDUSTRIES (Vote for One) Thomas Orzechowski, Jr., O-601 Robert Selzer, S-1258 PHILADELPHIA PORT AGENT (Vote for One) ASSISTANT VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF THE SOUTHERN REGION, GREAT LAKES AND INLAND WATERS (Vote for One) VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF THE SOUTHERN REGION, GREAT LAKES AND INLAND WATERS (Vote for One) 9 Ambrose L. Cucinotta, C-1795 ASSISTANT VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF THE WEST COAST (Vote for One) VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF THE WEST COAST (Vote for One) 8 Nicholas A. Celona, C-1578 ASSISTANT VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF THE GULF COAST (Vote for One) Dean E. Corgey, C-5727 20 George Tricker, T-919 ASSISTANT VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF THE ATLANTIC COAST (Vote for One) 14 7 P Edward "Edd" W. Morris, M-1358 NEW YORK PORT AGENT (Vote for One) ASSISTANT VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF CONTRACTS AND CONTRACT ENFORCEMENT (Vote for Two) VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF THE ATLANTIC COAST (Vote for One) 6 19 Kermett T. Mangram, M-2394 11 13 Vote for One Carl Sands, S-2296 PINEY POINT PORT AGENT (Vote for One) VICE-PRESIDENT AT LARGE (Vote for Two) John Fay, F-363 4 MARK YOUR BALLOT WITH INK OR INDELIBLE PENCIL 10 SECRETARY-TREASURER (Vote for One) 3 VOTING PERIOD NOVEMBER 1st, 2004 THROUGH DECEMBER 31st, 2004 INSTRUCTIONS TO VOTERS—In order to vote for a candidate, mark a cross (X) in voting square to the left of name. If you vote for more candidates for office than specified herein, your vote for such office will be invalid. M Michael J. Sacco, S-1288 EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT (Vote for One) 2 SEAFARERS INTERNATIONAL UNION OF NORTH AMERICAAtlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District/NMU VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF GOVERNMENT SERVICES AND FISHING INDUSTRIES (Vote for One) PRESIDENT (Vote for One) 1 04 20 , t s 31 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2005 - 2008 S No. 00000 OFFICIAL BALLOT For Election of 2005–2008 Officers and Constitutional Amendments OFFICIAL BALLOT 2005 - 2008 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2005 - 2008 24753_P07-8 �9/24/04 10:37 PM Page 8 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2004 - 2008 FOR ELECTION OF 2005-2008 OFFICERS AND CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENTS Election will be conducted by secret mail ballot. OFFICIAL BALLOT 2004 - 2008 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2004 - 2008 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2004 - 2008 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2004 - 2008 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2004 - 2008 Ballots may be obtained at the following locations from 9:00 A.M. to 12 Noon, Mondays through Saturdays, excluding holidays, during the voting period. The voting period shall commence on November 1st, 2004 and shall continue through December 31st, 2004. VOTING LOCATIONS NEW ORLEANS NEW YORK NORFOLK PHILADELPHIA PINEY POINT 3911 LaPalco Blvd., Harvey, LA 70058 635 Fourth Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11232 115 Third Street, Norfolk, VA 23510 2604 South Fourth Street, Philadelphia, PA 19148 Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship, Piney Point, MD 20674 PUERTO RICO 1057 Fernandez Juncos Avenue, Santurce, PR 00907 SAN FRANCISCO 350 Fremont Street, San Francisco, CA 94105 ST. LOUIS 4581 Gravois Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63116 TACOMA 3411 South Union Street, Tacoma, WA 98409 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2004 - 2008 WILMINGTON 510 North Broad Avenue, Wilmington, CA 90744 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2004 - 2008 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2004 - 2008 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2004 - 2008 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2004 - 2008 520 St. Clair River Drive, Algonac, MI 48001 2315 Essex Street, Baltimore, MD 21224 27 Drydock Ave., Boston, MA 02210 705 Medical Arts Building, Duluth, MN 55802 1221 South Andrews Avenue, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33316 125 Sunny Plaza, Tun Jesus Crisostoma St., Tamuning, Guam 96911 606 Kalihi Street, Honolulu, HI 96819 10 East Clinton, Joliet, IL 60432 1221 Pierce Street, Houston, TX 77002 3315 Liberty Street, Jacksonville, FL 32206 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2004 - 2008 1640 Dauphin Island Parkway, Mobile, AL 36605 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2004 - 2008 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2004 - 2008 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2004 - 2008 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2004 - 2008 ELECTION NOTICE OF 2004 ELECTION ALGONAC BALTIMORE BOSTON DULUTH FT. LAUDERDALE GUAM HONOLULU JOLIET HOUSTON JACKSONVILLE MOBILE OFFICIAL BALLOT 2004 - 2008 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2004 - 2008 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2004 - 2008 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2004 - 2008 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2004 - 2008 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2004 - 2008 WHEREAS, the Executive Board of the Seafarers International Union of North America, Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District/NMU met on June 7, 2004 to discuss the current needs and conditions of the Union, its membership and the maritime industry in this country; and WHEREAS, among their discussions and deliberations was the subject of proposed revisions in the Union's Constitution which would enable the Union to function more efficiently and to continue to fulfill its obligations to the membership; and WHEREAS, a Constitutional Committee was elected on August 2, 2004, in accordance with Article XXV, Section 2 of our Constitution. They studied the proposed Constitutional Amendments Resolution and unanimously concurred on all proposed constitutional revisions; and WHEREAS, the report of the Constitutional Committee was approved by the membership at the regular membership meetings in September 2004. NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS RESOLVED THE FOLLOWING CONSTITUTIONALLY ADOPTED PROPOSITIONS, TO BE VOTED UPON, IF ADOPTED, WOULD AMEND THE CONSTITUTION AS FOLLOWS: PROPOSITION #1 Are you in favor of amending Article XII, Qualifications for Officers, Assistant Vice Presidents, Headquarters Representatives, Port Agents, and Other Elective Jobs, Section 1 (e) to read as follows: OFFICIAL BALLOT 2004 - 2008 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2004 - 2008 PLACE "X" IN BOX OF YOUR CHOICE YES ❏ NO ❏ PROPOSITION #2 Are you in favor of amending the first sentence of Article XIII, Section 2. Credentials Committee, sub-section (a) to read as follows: “(a) A Credentials Committee shall be elected at either the regular meeting in August of the election year or at special meeting convened in August of the election year at the Port where Headquarters is located.” PLACE "X" IN BOX OF YOUR CHOICE NO ❏ YES ❏ OFFICIAL BALLOT 2004 - 2008 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2004 - 2008 These amendments, if approved, shall become effective upon the date of certification of the Union Tallying Committee. OFFICIAL BALLOT 2004 - 2008 “(e) He is not disqualified by law. He is not receiving a pension from this Union’s pension fund, if any, from a Union-Management fund, to which fund this Union is a party or from a company under contract with this Union; unless such individual OFFICIALcommenced BALLOT 2004 - 2008 2004 - 2008 receiving a pension benefit from any such fundOFFICIAL by virtue of BALLOT having reached 1 the age of 70 /2.” OFFICIAL BALLOT 2004 - 2008 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2004 - 2008 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2004 - 2008 24753_P07-8 �24753_P5-7,9-14,16,24.qxd 9/24/2004 8:49 AM Page 9 Information for the 2004 Election of Officers SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes & Inland Waters District/NMU SIU Constitution Spells Out Rules On 2004 Elections The section of the union’s constitution outlining voting procedures in the SIU’s elections, which are held every four years, appears here and on page 10 in its entirety. Article XIII Elections for Officers, Assistant Vice-Presidents, Headquarters Representatives and Port Agents Section 1. Nominations. Except as provided in Section 2 (b) of this Article, any full book member may submit his name for nomination for any office, or the job of Assistant Vice-President, Headquarters Representative or Port Agent, by delivering or causing to be delivered in person, to the office of the Secretary-Treasurer at Headquarters, or sending a letter addressed to the Credentials Committee, in care of the SecretaryTreasurer at the address of Headquarters. This letter shall be dated and shall contain the following: (a) The name of the candidate. (b) His home address and mailing address. (c) His book number. (d) The title of the office or other job for which he is a candidate, including the name of the Port in the event the position sought is that of Port Agent. (e) Proof of citizenship. (f) Proof of seatime and/or employment as required for candidates. (g) In the event the member is on a vessel, he shall notify the Credentials Committee what vessel he is on. This shall be done also if he ships subsequent to forwarding his credentials. (h) Annexing a certificate in the following form, signed and dated by the proposed nominee: “I hereby certify that I am not now, nor, for the five (5) years last past, have I been either a member of the Communist Party or convicted of, or served any part of a prison term resulting from conviction of robbery, bribery, extortion, embezzlement, grand larceny, burglary, arson, violation of narcotics laws, murder, rape, assault with intent to kill, assault which inflicts grievous bodily injury, or violation of Title II or III of the Landrum-Griffin Act, or conspiracy to commit any such crimes.” Dated .......................................... Signature of member Book No. ...................................... Printed forms of the certificate shall be made available to nominees. Where a nominee cannot truthfully execute such a certificate, but is, in fact, legally eligible for an office or job by reason of the restoration of civil rights originally revoked by such conviction or a favorable determination by the Board of Parole of the United States Department of Justice, he shall, in lieu of the foregoing certificate, furnish a complete signed statement of the facts of his case together with true copies of the documents supporting his statement. Any full book member may October 2004 nominate any other full book member, in which event such full book member so nominated shall comply with the provisions of this Article as they are set forth herein relating to the submission of credentials. By reason of the above self-nomination provision, the responsibility, if any, for notifying a nominee of his nomination to office shall be that of the nominator. All documents required herein must reach Headquarters no earlier than July 15 and no later than August 15 of the election year. The Secretary-Treasurer is charged with safekeeping of these letters and shall turn them over to the Credentials Committee upon the latter’s request. Section 2. Credentials Committee. (a) A Credentials Committee shall be elected at the regular meeting in August of the election year at the Port where Headquarters is located. It shall consist of six (6) full book members in attendance at the meeting with two (2) members to be elected from each of the Deck, Engine and Steward departments. No officer, Assistant VicePresident, Headquarters Representative or Port Agent, or candidate for office of the job of Assistant Vice-President, Headquarters Representative or Port Agent, shall be eligible for election to this Committee except as provided for in Article X, Section 4. In the event any Committee member is unable to serve, the Committee shall suspend until the President or Executive Vice-President or the Secretary-Treasurer, in that order, calls a special meeting at the Port where Headquarters is located in order to elect a replacement. The Committee’s results shall be by majority vote with any tie vote being resolved by a majority of the membership at a special meeting called for that purpose at that Port. (b) After its election, the Committee shall immediately go into session. It shall determine whether the person has submitted his application correctly and possesses the necessary qualifications. The Committee shall prepare a report listing each applicant and his book number under the office or job he is seeking. Each applicant shall be marked “qualified” or “disqualified” according to the findings of the Committee. Where an applicant has been marked “disqualified,” the reasons therefore must be stated in the report. Where a tie vote has been resolved by a special meeting of the membership, that fact shall also be noted with sufficient detail. The report shall be signed by all of the Committee members and be completed and submitted to the Ports in time for the next regular meeting after their election. At this meeting, it shall be read and incorporated in the minutes and then posted on the bulletin board in each Port. On the last day of nominations, one member of the Committee shall stand by in Headquarters to accept delivery of credentials. All credentials must be in Headquarters by midnight of closing day. (c) When an applicant has been disqualified by the Committee, he shall be notified immediately by telegram at the addresses listed by him pursuant to Section 1 of this Article. He shall also be sent a letter containing their reasons for such disqualification by air mail, special delivery, registered or certified, to the mailing address designated pursuant to Section 1 (b) of this Article. A disqualified applicant shall have the right to take an appeal to the membership from the decision of the Committee. He shall forward copies of such appeal to each Port where the appeal shall be presented and voted upon at a regular meeting no later than the second meeting after the Committee’s election. It is the responsibility of the applicant to insure timely delivery of his appeal. In any event, without prejudice to his written appeal, the applicant may appear in person before the Committee within two days after the day on which the telegram is sent to correct his application or argue for his qualification. The committee’s report shall be prepared early enough to allow the applicant to appear before it within the time set forth in this Constitution and still reach the Ports in time for the first regular meeting after its election. (d) A majority vote of the membership shall, in the case of such appeals, be sufficient to overrule any disqualification by the Credentials Committee in which even the one so previously classified shall then be deemed qualified. (e) The Credentials Committee, in passing upon the qualifications of candidates, shall have the right to conclusively presume that anyone nominated and qualified in previous elections for candidacy for any office, or the job of Assistant Vice-President, Headquarters Representative or Port Agent, has met all the requirements of Section 1 (a) of Article XII. Section 3. Balloting Procedures. (a) Balloting in the manner hereafter provided shall commence on Nov. 1 of the election year and shall continue through Dec. 31, exclusive of Sundays and (for each individual Port) holidays legally recognized in the City of which the Port affected is located. If Nov. 1 or Dec. 31 falls on a holiday legally recognized in a Port in the City in which that Port is located, the balloting period in such Port shall commence or terminate, as the case may be, on the next succeeding business day. Subject to the foregoing, for the purpose of full book members securing their ballots, the Ports shall be open from 9:00 a.m. to 12 noon, Monday through Saturday, excluding holidays. (b) Balloting shall be by mail. The Secretary-Treasurer shall insure the proper and timely preparation of ballots without partiality as to candidates or Ports. The ballots may contain general information and instructive comments not inconsistent with the provisions of this Constitution. All qualified candidates shall be listed thereon alphabetically within each category with book number and job seniority classification status. The listing of the Ports shall first set forth Headquarters and then shall follow a geographical pattern commencing with the most northerly Port of the Atlantic Coast, following the Atlantic Coast down to the most southerly Port on that coast, then westerly along the Gulf of Mexico and so on, until the list of Ports is exhausted. Any Port outside the Continental United States shall then be added. There shall be no write-in voting and no provisions for the same shall appear on the ballot. Each ballot shall be so prepared as to have the number thereon placed at the top thereof and shall be so perforated as to enable that potion containing the said number to be easily removed to insure secrecy of the ballot. On this removable portion shall also be placed a short statement indicating the nature of the ballot and the voting date thereof. (c) The ballots so prepared at the direction of the SecretaryTreasurer shall be the only official ballots. No others may be used. Each ballot shall be numbered as indicated in the preceding paragraphs and shall be numbered consecutively, commencing with number 1. A sufficient amount shall be printed and distributed to each Port. A record of the ballots, both by serial numbers and amount, sent thereto, shall be maintained by the Secretary-Treasurer, who shall also send each Port Agent a verification list indicating the amount and serial numbers of the ballots sent. The Secretary-Treasurer shall also send to each Port Agent a sufficient amount of blank opaque envelopes containing the word “Ballot” on the face of the envelope, as well as a sufficient amount of opaque mailing envelopes, first class postage prepaid and printed on the face thereon as the addressee shall be the name and address of the depository for the receipt of such ballots as designated by the President in the manner provided by Article X, Section 1, of this Constitution. In the upper left-hand corner of such mailing envelope, there shall be printed thereon, as a top line, provision for the voter’s signature and on another line immediately thereunder, provision for the printing of the voter’s name and book number. In addition, the Secretary-Treasurer shall also send a sufficient amount of mailing envelopes identical with the mailing envelopes mentioned above, except that they shall be of different color, and shall contain on the face of such envelope, in bold letters, the word “Challenge.” The Secretary-Treasurer shall further furnish a sufficient amount of “Roster Sheets” which shall have printed thereon, at the top thereof, the year of the election, and immediately thereunder, five (5) vertical columns designated date, ballot number, signature full book member’s name, book number and comments, and such roster sheets shall contain horizontal lines immediately under the captions of each of the above five columns. The SecretaryTreasurer shall also send a sufficient amount of envelopes with the printed name and address of the depository on the face thereof, and in the upper left-hand corner, the name of the Port and address, and on the face of such envelope should be printed the words “Roster Sheets and Ballot Stubs.” Each Port Agent shall maintain separate records of the ballots sent him and shall inspect and count the ballots when received to insure that the amount sent, as well as the number thereon, conform to the amount and numbers listed by the SecretaryTreasurer as having been sent to that Port. The Port Agent shall immediately execute and return to the Secretary-Treasurer a receipt acknowledging the correctness of the amount and the numbers of the ballots sent, or shall notify the Secretary-Treasurer of any discrepancy. Discrepancies shall be corrected as soon as possible prior to the voting period. In any event, receipts shall be forwarded for all the aforementioned election material actually received. The Secretary-Treasurer shall prepare a file in which shall be kept memoranda and correspondence dealing with the election. This file shall at all times be available to any member asking for inspection of the same at the office of the SecretaryTreasurer and shall be turned over to the Union Tallying Committee. (d) Balloting shall be secret. Only full book members in good standing may vote. Each full book member may secure his ballot at Port offices from the Port Agent or his duly designated representative at such Port. Each Port Agent shall designate an area at the Port office over which should be posted the legend “Voting Ballots Secured Here.” When a full book member appears to vote, he shall present his book to the Port Agent or his aforementioned duly designated representative. The Port Agent or his duly designated representative shall insert on the roster sheet under the appropriate column the date, the number of the ballot given to such member and his full book number, and the member shall then sign his name on such roster sheet under the appropriate column. Such member shall have his book stamped with the word “Voted” and the date, and shall be given a ballot, and simultaneously the perforation on the top of the ballot shall be removed at the same time the member shall be given the envelope marked “Ballot” together with the pre-paid postage mailing envelope addressed to the depository. The member shall take such ballot and envelopes and in secret thereafter, mark his ballot, fold the same, insert it in the blank envelope marked “Ballot,” seal the same, then insert such “Ballot” envelope into the mailing envelope, seal such mailing envelope, sign his name on the upper left-hand corner on the first line of such mailing envelope and on the second line in the upper left-hand corner print his name and book number, after which he shall mail or cause the same to be mailed. In the event a full book member appears to vote and is not in good standing or does not have his membership book with him or it appears for other valid reasons he is not eligible to vote, the same procedure as provided above shall apply to him, except that on the roster sheet under the column “Comments,” notation should be made that the member voted a challenged ballot and the reason for his challenge. Such member’s membership book shall be stamped “voted challenge,” and the date, and such member instead of the above-mentioned mailing envelope, shall be given the mailing envelope of a different color marked on the face thereof with the word “Challenge.” At the end of each day, the Port Agent or his duly designated representative shall enclose in the envelope addressed to the depository and marked “Roster Sheets and Ballot Stubs,” the roster sheet or sheets executed by the members that day together with the numbered perforated slips Continued on page 10 Seafarers LOG 9 �24753_P5-7,9-14,16,24.qxd 9/24/2004 8:54 AM Page 10 Information for the 2004 Election of Officers SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes & Inland Waters District/NMU Article XIII Constitutional Rules Continued from page 9 removed from the ballots which had been given to the members, and then mail the same to such depository. To insure that an adequate supply of all balloting material is maintained in all Ports at all times, the Port Agent or his duly designated representative, simultaneously with mailing of the roster sheets and ballot stubs to the depository at the end of each day, shall also make a copy of the roster sheet for that day and mail the same to the Secretary-Treasurer at Headquarters. The Port Agent shall be responsible for the proper safeguarding of all election material and shall not release any of it until duly called for and shall insure that no one tampers with the material placed in his custody. (e) Full book members may request and vote an absentee ballot under the following circumstances: while such member is employed on a Union-contracted vessel and which vessel’s schedule does not provide for it to be at a Port in which a ballot can be secured during the time and period provided for in Section 3 (a) of this article or is in an accredited hospital any time during the first ten (10) days of the month of November of the election year. The member shall make a request for an absentee ballot by registered or certified mail or the equivalent mailing device at the location from which such request is made, if such be the case. Such request shall contain a designation as to the address to which such member wishes his absentee ballot returned. The request shall be postmarked no later than 12:00 p.m. on the 15th day of November of the election year, shall be directed to the Secretary-Treasurer at Headquarters and must be delivered no later than the 25th of such November. The SecretaryTreasurer shall determine whether such member is eligible to vote such absentee ballot. The Secretary-Treasurer, if he determines that such member is so eligible, shall by the 30th of such November, send by registered mail, return receipt requested, to the address so designated by such member, a “Ballot,” after removing the perforated numbered stub, together with the hereinbefore mentioned “Ballot” envelope, and mailing envelope addressed to the depository, except that printed on the face of such mailing envelope shall be the words “Absentee Ballot,” and appropriate voting instructions shall accompany such mailing to the member. If the Secretary-Treasurer determines that such member is ineligible to receive such absentee ballot, he shall nevertheless send such member the aforementioned ballot with accompanying material except that the mailing envelope addressed to the depository shall have printed on the face thereof the words “Challenged Absentee Ballot.” The Secretary-Treasurer shall keep records of all of the foregoing, including the reasons for determining such member’s ineligibility, which records shall be open for inspection by full book members and upon the convening of the Union Tallying Committee, presented to them. The SecretaryTreasurer shall send to all Ports the names and book numbers of the 10 Seafarers LOG members to whom absentee ballots were sent. (f) All ballots to be counted must be received by the depository no later than the Jan. 5 immediately subsequent to the election year and must be postmarked no later than 12 midnight Dec. 31 of the election year. Section 4. (a) At the close of the last day of the period for securing ballots, the Port Agent in each Port, in addition to his duties set forth above, shall deliver or mail to Headquarters by registered or certified mail, attention Union Tallying Committee, all unused ballots and shall specifically set forth by serial number and amount the unused ballots so forwarded. (b) The Union Tallying Committee shall consist of 20 full book members. Two shall be selected from each of the 10 Ports of New York, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Mobile, New Orleans, Houston, Detroit-Algonac, San Francisco, St. Louis and Piney Point. The election shall be held at the regular meeting in December of the election year or, if the Executive Board otherwise determines prior thereto, at a special meeting held in the aforesaid Ports on the first business day of the last week of said month. No officer, Assistant Vice-President, Headquarters Representative, Port Agent, or candidate for office, or the job of Assistant Vice-President, Headquarters Representative, or Port Agent shall be eligible for election to this Committee except as provided for in Article X, Section 4. In addition to its duties herein set forth, the Union Tallying Committee shall be charged with the tallying of all the ballots and the preparation of a closing report setting forth, in complete detail, the results of the election, including a complete accounting of all ballots and stubs, and reconciliation of the same with the rosters and receipts of the Port Agents, all with detailed reference to serial numbers and amounts and with each total broken down into Port totals. The Union Tallying Committee shall have access to all election records and files for their inspection, examination and verification. The report shall clearly detail all discrepancies discovered and shall contain recommendations for the treatment of these discrepancies. All members of the Committee shall sign the report, without prejudice, however, to the right of any member thereof to submit a dissenting report as to the accuracy of the count and the validity of the ballots, with pertinent details.In connection with the tally of ballots, there shall be no counting of ballots until all mailing envelopes containing valid ballots have first been opened, the ballot envelopes removed intact and then all of such ballot envelopes mixed together, after which such ballot envelopes shall be opened and counted in such multiples as the Committee may deem expedient and manageable. The Committee shall resolve all issues on challenged ballots and then tally those found valid utilizing the same procedure as provided in the preceding sentence either jointly or separately. (c) The members of the Union Tallying Committee shall, after their election, proceed to the Port in which Headquarters is located, to arrive at that Port no later than Jan. 5 of the year immediately after the election year. Each member of the Committee not elected from the Port in which Headquarters is located shall be reimbursed for transportation, meals and lodging expenses occasioned by their traveling to and returning from that Port. Committee members elected from the Port in which Headquarters is located shall be similarly reimbursed, except for transportation. All members of the Committee shall also be paid at the prevailing standby rate of pay from the day subsequent to their election to the day they return, in normal course, to the Port from which they were elected. The Union Tallying Committee shall elect a chairman from among themselves and, subject to the express terms of this Constitution, adopt its own procedures. All decisions of such Committee and the contents of their report shall be valid if made by a majority vote, provided there be a quorum in attendance, which quorum is hereby fixed at ten (10). The Committee, but not less than a quorum thereof, shall have the sole right and duty to obtain all mailed ballots and the other mailed election material from the depository and to insure their safe custody during the course of the Committee’s proceedings. The proceedings of the Committee, except for their organizational meeting and their actual preparation of the closing report and dissents therefrom, if any, shall be open to any member provided he observes decorum. Any candidate may act as an observer and/or designate another member to act as his observer at the counting of the ballots. In no event shall issuance of the above referred to closing report of the Committee be delayed beyond Jan. 31 immediately subsequent to the close of the election year. In the discharge of its duties, the Committee may call upon and utilize the services of clerical employees of the Union. The Committee shall be discharged upon the completion of the issuance and dispatch of its report as required in this Article. In the event a recheck and recount is ordered pursuant to this Article, the Committee shall be reconstituted, except that if any member thereof is not available, a substitute therefor shall be elected from the appropriate Port at a special meeting held for that purpose as soon as possible. (d) The report of the Committee shall be made up in sufficient copies to comply with the following requirements: two copies shall be mailed by the Committee to each Port Agent and the Secretary-Treasurer no later than Jan. 31 immediately subsequent to the close of the election year. As soon as these copies are received, each Port Agent shall post one copy of the report on the bulletin board in a conspicuous manner and notify the Secretary-Treasurer, in writing, as to the date of such posting. This copy shall be kept posted until after the Election Report Meeting which shall be the March regular membership meeting immediately following the close of the election year. At the Election Report Meeting, the other copy of the report shall be read verbatim. (e) Any full book member claiming a violation of the election and balloting procedure or the conduct of the same, shall within 72 hours of the occurrence of the claimed violation notify the Secretary-Treasurer at Headquarters, in writing by certified mail, of the same, setting forth his name, book number and the details so that appropriate corrective action, if warranted, may be taken. The Secretary-Treasurer shall expeditiously investigate the facts concerning the claimed violation, take such action as may be necessary, if any, and make a report and recommendation, if necessary, a copy of which shall be sent to the member and the original shall be filed for the Union Tallying Committee for their appropriate action, report and recommendation, if any. The foregoing shall not be applicable to matters involving the Credentials Committee’s action or report, the provisions of Article XIII, Sections 1 and 2 being the pertinent provisions applicable to such matters. All protests as to any and all aspects of the election and balloting procedures or the conduct of the same not passed upon by the Union Tallying Committee in its report, excluding therefrom matters involving the Credentials Committee’s action or report as provided in the last sentence of the immediately preceding paragraph, but including the procedure and report of the Union Tallying Committee, shall be filed in writing by certified mail with the Secretary-Treasurer at Headquarters to be received no later than the Feb. 25 immediately subsequent to the close of the election year. It shall be the responsibility of the member to insure that his written protest is received by the Secretary-Treasurer no later than such Feb. 25. The SecretaryTreasurer shall forward copies of such written protest to all Ports in sufficient time to be read at the Election Report Meeting. The written protest shall contain the full book member’s name, book number, and all details constituting the protest. (f) At the Election Report Meeting, the report and recommendation of the Union Tallying Committee, including but not limited to discrepancies, protests passed upon by them, as well as protests filed with the Secretary-Treasurer as provided for in Section (e) immediately above shall be acted upon by the meeting. A majority vote of the membership shall decide what action, if any, in accordance with the Constitution, shall be taken thereon, which action, however, shall not include the ordering of a special vote, unless reported discrepancies or protested procedure or conduct found to have occurred and to be violative of the Constitution affected the results of the vote for any office or job, in which event the special vote shall be restricted to such office, offices and/or job or jobs, as the case may be. A majority of the membership at the Election Report Meetings may order a recheck and recount when a dissent to the closing report has been issued by three (3) or more members of the Union Tallying Committee. Except for the contingencies provided for in this Section 4 (f), the closing report shall be accepted as final. There shall be no further protest or appeal from the action of the majority of the membership at the Election Report Meetings. (g) Any special vote ordered pursuant to Section 4 (f) shall be commenced within ninety (90) days after the first day of the month immediately subsequent to the Election Report Meetings mentioned above. The depository shall be the same as designated for the election from which the special vote is ordered. And the procedures shall be the same as provided for in Section 3, except where specific dates are provided for, the days shall be the dates applicable which provide for the identical time and days originally provided for in Section 3. The Election Report Meeting for the aforesaid special vote shall be that meeting immediately subsequent to the report of the Union Tallying Committee separated by one calendar month. Section 5. Elected Officers and Jobholders. A candidate unopposed for any office or job shall be deemed elected to such office or job notwithstanding that his name may appear on the ballot. The Union Tallying Committee shall not be required to tally completely the results of the voting for such unopposed candidate but shall certify in their report that such unopposed candidate has been elected to such office or job. The Election Report Meeting shall accept the above certification of the Union Tallying Committee without change. Section 6. Installation into Office and the Job of Assistant VicePresident, Headquarters Representative or Port Agent. (a) The person elected shall be that person having the largest number of votes cast for the particular office or job involved. Where more than one person is to be elected for a particular office or job, the proper number of candidates receiving the successively highest number of votes shall be declared elected. These determinations shall be made only from the results deemed final and accepted as provided in this Article. It shall be the duty of the President to notify each individual elected. (b) The duly elected officers and other job holders shall take over their respective offices and jobs and assume the duties thereof at midnight of the night of the Election Report Meeting, or the next regular meeting, depending upon which meeting the results as to each of the foregoing are deemed final and accepted, as provided in this Article. The term of their predecessors shall continue up to, and expire at that time, notwithstanding anything to the contrary contained in Article XI, Section 1. This shall not apply where the successful candidate cannot assume his office because he is at sea. In such event, a majority vote of the membership may grant additional time for the assumption of the office or job. In the event of the failure of the newly-elected President to assume office, the provisions of Article X, Section 12 shall apply until the expiration of the term. All other cases of failure to assume office shall be dealt with as decided by a majority vote of the membership. Section 7. The Secretary-Treasurer is specifically charged with the preservation and retention of all election records, including the ballots, as required by law, and is directed and authorized to issue such other and further directives as to the election procedures as are required by law, which directives shall be part of the election procedures of this Union. October 2004 �24753_P5-7,9-14,16,24.qxd 9/20/2004 12:11 PM Page 11 REPORT OF CONSTITUTIONAL COMMITTEE We, the undersigned Constitutional Committee, were elected at the Headquarters membership meeting, on August 2, 2004, in accordance with Article XXV, Section 2 of our Constitution. We have had referred to us and studied, the proposed Constitutional Amendments Resolution submitted by our Executive Board. This Resolution, containing the proposed amendments, prior to its submission to us, was adopted by a majority vote of the membership at Headquarters and all ports. The provisions of the Resolution including its “WHEREAS” clauses, are summarized in this report and are attached in full so that all members will have available to them its full text for their review and study at the same time that they read this, our Report and Recommendation. Whereas, three changes were recommended. One which would amend the Constitution to enable otherwise active eligible members to fully participate in the affairs of the union by running for office even if such members were receiving pension benefits from an affiliated pension plan if such individuals were receiving these benefits as a result of changes in the Law which required the commencement of benefits due to age; the second would amend the Constitution to provide that the union's Credentials Committee could be elected at a regular or special membership meeting held in the month of August of an election year; and the third was simply a housekeeping change to delete the words “headquarters representative” anywhere that it may currently appear in the Constitution as this position has already been removed from the list of elected officers by prior membership action and voting; and Whereas, the Executive Board is aware of the fact that the union will be holding its general election for officers and jobholders this year as constitutionally mandated; consequently, it is suggested that, if this resolution is approved by the membership, the first two proposed Constitutional amendments should be included on the same ballot and be voted on simultaneously with the election for officers and jobholders; the third proposal which simply implements a prior membership mandate would not need to be included on the ballot; and Whereas, the union’s Executive Board unanimously concurred on all proposed constitutional revisions. The Executive Board hereby RESOLVES, that the following changes be made in the Constitution of the Seafarers International Union of North America, Atlantic, Gulf Lakes and Inland Waters District/ NMU. A. Amend Article XII, Section 1(e) to read as follows: “e. He is not disqualified by law. He is not receiving a pension from this Union's pension fund, if any, or from a Union-Management fund, to which fund this Union is a party or from a company under contract with this Union; unless such individual commenced receiving a pension benefit from any such fund by virtue of having reached the age of 70½.” B. Amend the first sentence of Article XIII, Section 2. to read as follows: Section II, Credentials Committee, Section (a). “a. A Credentials Committee shall be elected at either the regular meeting in August of the election year or at a special meeting convened in August of the election year at the Port where Headquarters is located.” The remaining provisions of this Section 2 and of Article XIII do not need to be amended. C. Effective Date of these Amendments All of the proposed amendments, if approved and voted on affirmatively by the membership, subject to the Constitution, would become effective immediately upon their passage. D. Housekeeping Amendment Remove the words “headquarters representative” from the Constitution anywhere that it may appear; and, specifically, in Article VIII, Article X, Article XI, Article XII, and Article XIII. It is therefore RESOLVED, as constitutionally provided, this Resolution be voted upon by the membership at the July 2004 Membership Meeting at the Constitutional Ports of New York, Philadelphia, Baltimore, DetroitAlgonac, Houston, New Orleans, Mobile, San Francisco, St. Louis and Piney Point, and, in addition, at all non-constitutional ports, and if concurred in, a Constitutional Committee of six (6) book members shall be elected from the Headquarters Port at the August 2004 meeting to discharge their duties as constitutionally required and be it further RESOLVED, in the event that such Constitutional Committee’s report and recommendations are thereafter accepted by the membership for voting as constitutionally required, a referendum vote by secret ballot on the two substantive amendments shall be held as provided for in the Constitutional Committee’s report and recommendations. The procedure for such voting and the time thereof shall be held, to the extent possible, as part of the secret ballot voting for officers and jobholders scheduled for the months of November and December 2004. We further recommend, if it is reasonably possible, that a copy of our Committee’s Report, together with a copy of the proposed Resolution and membership action taken to date, be printed in the Seafarers LOG, October 2004 issue so that the membership will be kept abreast as to all facts at this time and copies of such LOG issue, to the extent possible, be made available to the membership at all Union offices and Halls during the months of November and December 2004. Your Constitutional Committee wishes to thank the Union, its officers, representatives, members and counsel for their cooperation and assistance during our deliberations and to assure all members that we believe the adoption of the proposed Resolution will serve the needs of the Union and the membership. Fraternally submitted, Constitutional Committee August 20, 2004 Procedure for Absentee Ballots All Seafarers who believe they will be at sea during the voting period— Nov. 1 through Dec. 31, 2004—should request an absentee ballot. Here’s how to be sure your vote counts. General elections for the union’s officers will take place this year. Voting will begin Nov. 1 and continue through Dec. 31. In the case of members eligible to vote who believe they will be at sea during the Nov. 1 through Dec. 31, 2004 voting period, absentee ballots are available. The SIU constitution ensures that members who are eligible to vote and who find themselves in this situation may vote. Procedures are established in the SIU constitution to safeguard the secret ballot election, including the absentee ballot process. Here is the procedure to follow when requesting an absentee ballot: Make the request in writing to the SIU office of the secretary-treasurer, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. Include in the request the correct address where the absentee ballot should be mailed. Send the request for an absentee ballot by registered or certified mail. The registered or certified mail envelope must be postmarked no later than midnight, Nov. 15, 2004 and must be received at 5201 Auth October 2004 Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746 no later than Nov. 25, 2004. The secretary-treasurer, after confirming eligibility, will send by registered mail, return receipt requested, to the address designated in the request, a ballot, together with an envelope marked “Ballot” and a mailing envelope no later than Nov. 30, 2004. Upon receiving the ballot and envelopes, vote by marking the ballot. After voting the ballot, place the ballot in the envelope marked “Ballot.” Do not write on the “Ballot” envelope. Place the envelope marked “Ballot” in the mailing envelope which is imprinted with the mailing address of the bank depository where all ballots are sent. Sign the mailing envelope on the first line of the upper left-hand corner. Print your name and book number on the second line. The mailing envelope is self-addressed and stamped. The mailing envelope must be postmarked no later than midnight Dec. 31, 2004 and received by the bank depository no later than Jan. 5, 2005. Seafarers LOG 11 �24753_P5-7,9-14,16,24.qxd 9/24/2004 10:46 PM Page 12 U.S.-Flag SIU Members Deliver For U.S. Troops AB Mickey Earhart points to newly refinished name board. AB Fadhel Mohamed moves cargo with a forklift. Participating in a safety drill are SA Hamid Shahbain (left) and AB Mickey Earhart. Sealift remains an important part of Operation Iraqi Freedom—and SIU members still deliver the goods for United States troops involved in the mission. Thousands of Seafarers this year have sailed in support of OIF’s sealift component, transporting vital materiel to U.S. armed forces in the Middle East. As previously reported, based on government projections of troop deployment in Iraq, it seems likely that a considerable number of American-flag military support ships will stay involved for the foreseeable future. The cargo delivered by U.S. mariners aboard those vessels is nothing short of essential for our troops. Citing just one of many examples, the U.S. Transportation Command last month noted that the U.S. Army’s 1st Armored Division utilized materiel delivered by Seafarers-crewed LMSRs and fast sealift ships to secure “some of Baghdad’s toughest neighborhoods, and put down an uprising by radical militias in a number of cities in southern Iraq.” That gear included M1-A1 Abrams heavy battle tanks, armored personnel carriers, Bradley fighting vehicles, heavy trucks, Humvees, fuel trucks and containers loaded with various supplies. More recently, the SIU-crewed Cape Island, operated by Crowley, transported materiel from Olympia, Wash. to Kuwait. Third Mate Ed McDonnell took photos during the voyage and sent them to the Seafarers LOG; those images accompany this article. The Cape Island carried U.S. Army equipment, stopping for fuel in Pusan, South Korea and then sailing past Bali to avoid a typhoon before docking in Ash Shuayba, Kuwait. After discharging its cargo, the vessel loaded up more Army equipment and headed for Beaumont, Texas. Many more SIU-crewed ships are participating in the ongoing mission. U.S. military leaders consistently have praised the U.S. Merchant Marine’s performance throughout OIF. Shortly after the conclusion of the all-out combat phase, Air Force General John W. Handy, commander, U.S. Transportation Command, commended members of the nation’s fourth arm of defense for “the incredible job you’ve done in support of this nation. You make all the difference in the world, and I salute your dedication, patriotism and excellence. Victory was made possible by America’s dedicated merchant mariners.” Vice Admiral David L. Brewer, commander, U.S. Military Sealift Command, said of U.S. mariners, “We have prevailed because you answered your nation’s call. You built a steel bridge of democracy from the U.S.A. to the Coast of Kuwait.” Such commitment from the U.S. Merchant Marine is nothing new. Mariners have been an important part of our nation’s economic and national security since the country’s earliest days. U.S. mariners have played key support roles in every major conflict in American history, most notably including the heroic sealift effort of World War II, during which some 8,000 mariners lost their lives. Today, SIU members and the rest of the U.S. Merchant Marine are equally ready to deliver the goods—any time, anywhere. AB Abdullatif Ahmed (left) gua the stern ramp while 2nd Cook S Kassem helps man the galley. AB Peter Bean assists with shipboard security. 2nd Cook Sam Kassem helps keep the crew well-fed. Chief Cook Dana Henry tends to a Memorial Day barbecue at sea. GVA Eric Viera mans a hose during a fire drill. 12 Seafarers LOG Pictured from left to right aboard the Cape Island are Electrician Robert Rush, AB Peter Bean and AB Fadhel Mohamed. AB Desta Gebrai reports to a fire station during a drill. October 2004 �24753_P5-7,9-14,16,24.qxd 9/24/2004 9:24 PM Page 13 Remains Vital to National Defense ) guards ook Sam lley. sts ty. helps The photos on these two pages were taken during a recent voyage aboard the SIU-crewed Cape Island. The vessel is one of many Seafarers-crewed ships participating in the ongoing sealift mission of Operation Iraqi Freedom. orts to drill. October 2004 Seafarers LOG 13 �24753_P5-7,9-14,16,24.qxd 9/24/2004 8:54 AM Page 14 SIU-Crewed Pomeroy Completes Fifth Trip In Support of OIF AB Adrian Jones (left) and AB Kwesi Adu-Gyamfi make up the vessel’s 4x8 watch team. Ready for lunch are (from left) QMED Kurt Benjamin, AB Adrian Jones and Wiper Eugene Johnson. The SIU crew aboard the USNS Pomeroy is doing an excellent job, according to Capt. Michael F. Finnigan, himself a former member of the Seafarers International Union. According to Finnigan, the vessel has made five trips for the U.S military in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. “The SIU crew has done an outstanding job aboard and they are all looking forward to making the next trip. . . . Chief Steward Javier Delosreyes and the galley gang have been working hard, feeding and looking after all the security teams during the voyage.” He also noted that more and more Seafarers are signing up for advanced training through the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md. Finnigan, a hawsepiper who started sailing with the SIU in 1987, worked his way up the ladder by attending classes at Piney Point. The chief mate aboard the vessel is Mike Ryan, also a former SIU member, who graduated from the school’s trainee program in class 317. Additionally, Mike Mayo, the third mate, completed the trainee program in 1979 as a member of class 283. All of them urge the current unlicensed apprentices to upgrade as often as possible. “If you’re going to be out here sailing,” they said, “just keep advancing your career.” The USNS Pomeroy is the seventh large, medium-speed, roll-on/roll-off vessel (LMSR) built at the NASSCO shipyard in San Diego through a government-initiated directive known as the Strategic Sealift Program. The 950-foot long vessel was named in memory of U.S. Army Pvt. First Class Ralph E. Pomeroy, who posthumously was awarded the Medal of Honor for his brave actions in Korea in Oct 1952. Capt. Finnigan was aboard the vessel when it was delivered to the U.S. Military Sealift Command in August 2001, and he was joined by his father, John Finnigan, who was in Korea the same year that Ralph Pomeroy served there. The photographs accompanying this article were taken by Capt. Finnigan. Left: The vessel’s deck gang includes (from left) Bosun Clayton Almas, OS Joe LeGree, AB Mark Adams, OS Mike Macisso, OS Nestor Garcia and AB Ted Lahti. Brother Hayes Memorialized Brother John Hayes, 63, passed away Jan. 20. In keeping with his wishes to be forever at sea, the late mariner’s ashes were cast upon the waters Aug. 15 by his brother, FOWT Jerry Hayes, from aboard the SIU-crewed Green Cove. Conducted by Master P. Stalkus, the burial services were held on the Atlantic Ocean at Latitude 39 degrees 41 minutes North, Longitude 24 degrees 29 minutes West. The Green Cove at the time was headed out for a voyage from the East Coast to the Middle East and around the world. The vessel’s crew participated in the event and the ship’s whistle sounded three blasts in tribute to the deceased mariner who was making his final passage. Seafarers aboard the ship during the ceremony included Chief Cook Pedro Edar, Steward Baker Julio Rolon and GSTU Gary Bell. Born in Brooklyn, N.Y., Brother Hayes joined the SIU in 1966 in the port of New York. The deck department member sailed primarily in the deep sea division, first going to sea aboard Waterman’s Madaket. Brother Hayes last worked aboard the Horizon Discovery and made his home in San Juan, P.R. FOWT Jerry Hayes looks over the stern of the Green Cove shortly after scattering the ashes of his late brother, SIU member John Hayes, at sea. The burial-at-sea ceremony was conducted Aug. 15 in the Atlantic Ocean. 14 Seafarers LOG The USNS Pomeroy enters the calm waters of Souda Bay, Greece, on its way to the Middle East. Above: In the port of Ash Shuaybah, Kuwait, longshoremen from the host nation play a major role in unloading the ship’s cargo. At left: 2nd Mate Curt Laskowski gives OS Mike Macisso a haircut on the deck of the Pomeroy. The name of the shipboard barber shop: Curt’s Kombat Kuts. SEAFARERS BENEFIT PLANS NOTICE TO PARTICIPANTS Keep the Plan Informed of Your Address Changes It is important that all participants remember to keep the Plan informed of any change of address. Update Your Beneficiary Designations Keep your beneficiary designations up to date. In the event that your beneficiary predeceases you, you must submit a substitute designation. Inform the Plan of Your Divorce In order for your spouse to be eligible to receive continuation coverage (under COBRA) from the Seafarers Health and Benefits Plan, you or your spouse must inform the Plan at the time of your divorce. Please submit a copy of the divorce decree to the Seafarers Health and Benefits Plan. Full-time College Students If your dependent child is a full-time college student, you must submit a letter of attendance every semester in order for your child to be covered by the Seafarers Health and Benefits Plan. Seafarers Health and Benefits Plan P.O. Box 380 Piney Point, MD 20674 IMPORTANT NOTICE: SEAFARERS HEALTH AND BENEFITS PLAN — COBRA NOTICE HEALTH CARE CONTINUATION Under federal law, a participant and his or her dependents have the right to elect to continue their Plan coverage in the event that they lose their eligibility. This right is granted by the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act, better known as “COBRA.” The COBRA law allows a participant and his or her dependents to temporarily extend their benefits at group rates in certain circumstances where coverage under the Plan would otherwise end. A participant and his or her dependents have a right to choose this continuation coverage if they lose their Plan coverage because the participant failed to meet the Plan’s seatime requirements. In addition, a participant and his or her dependents may have the right to choose continuation coverage if the participant becomes a pensioner ineligible for medical benefits. The participant’s dependents may also elect continuation coverage if they lose coverage under the Plan as the result of the participant’s (1) death; (2) divorce; or (3) Medicare eligibility. A child can also elect COBRA if as the result of his or her age, he or she is no longer a dependent under the Plan rules. If a member and his or her dependents feel that they may qualify, or if they would like more information concerning these rights, they should contact the Plan office at 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. Since there are important deadlines that apply to COBRA, please contact the Plan as soon as possible to receive a full explanation of the participant’s rights and his or her dependents’ rights. October 2004 �24753_P1,4,15,18-20,22,23.qxd 9/24/2004 8:11 PM Page 15 Dispatchers’ Report for Deep Sea November & December 2004 Membership Meetings AUGUST 16 — SEPTEMBER 15, 2004 *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Port Algonac Anchorage Baltimore Guam Honolulu Houston Jacksonville Joliet Mobile New Orleans New York Norfolk Philadelphia Piney Point Puerto Rico San Francisco St. Louis Tacoma Wilmington Totals Totals Totals 1 3 3 4 2 17 17 1 4 9 20 8 2 3 0 1 3 11 12 2 0 7 1 4 22 35 0 6 12 19 10 4 2 9 14 2 33 24 0 2 4 4 9 13 23 0 9 20 9 20 3 11 5 8 3 21 9 1 3 3 0 0 8 10 0 0 5 5 5 0 1 0 2 1 8 4 0 0 1 0 2 8 14 0 2 4 10 1 0 0 1 7 0 21 9 2 0 11 3 17 46 63 0 14 26 50 20 7 2 12 31 2 53 24 5 10 7 7 13 25 48 1 15 24 32 26 2 12 12 17 4 47 42 0 4 2 4 3 32 27 2 6 18 45 14 2 3 2 2 4 31 23 Baltimore ................Friday: November 12* ................................Thursday: December 9 ................................*(change created by Veterans’ Day holiday) 256 235 121 206 173 56 80 383 349 224 Joliet .......................Thursday: Nov. 18, December 16 0 0 6 0 5 8 19 0 5 10 10 10 6 2 2 12 1 11 1 0 0 4 1 4 7 25 1 3 8 13 11 4 2 1 7 2 18 14 0 0 1 0 0 9 4 0 2 2 7 4 1 1 0 0 2 2 3 1 0 4 0 4 12 17 0 7 9 6 8 2 1 4 8 0 8 9 0 1 2 0 1 9 22 0 4 9 1 14 2 1 0 3 2 14 6 0 0 0 0 0 5 3 0 1 2 1 2 0 1 0 1 0 1 3 0 1 0 0 1 6 5 0 1 2 3 6 3 0 2 4 0 5 4 0 0 8 1 9 17 25 0 10 11 19 12 4 1 5 19 3 18 7 2 0 7 1 8 12 37 2 4 14 23 18 4 3 2 11 1 31 16 2 0 2 0 2 12 5 0 2 4 17 4 1 0 0 2 2 9 11 108 125 38 100 91 20 43 169 196 75 ENGINE DEPARTMENT STEWARD DEPARTMENT 1 0 3 3 9 15 14 0 4 10 18 10 2 4 2 25 1 18 17 0 1 2 1 6 4 12 0 2 5 9 9 3 1 3 4 0 11 10 2 0 0 0 0 1 2 0 1 1 3 2 0 0 0 2 0 4 3 0 0 0 1 6 13 14 0 4 4 15 5 4 0 0 22 1 10 5 2 0 2 0 1 1 5 0 3 4 2 3 0 1 2 3 1 6 7 1 0 0 0 0 3 1 0 0 0 1 2 1 0 0 1 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 3 4 1 0 0 4 5 4 1 0 3 8 1 4 10 1 0 6 2 19 24 26 0 2 17 30 18 1 7 2 36 0 33 31 0 1 1 3 9 10 26 0 7 7 16 14 4 1 3 12 0 11 13 2 0 0 0 1 7 11 0 2 3 6 3 0 1 0 4 0 8 10 156 83 21 104 43 12 48 255 138 58 1 0 0 0 3 3 2 0 1 2 5 0 0 0 1 3 0 7 3 2 0 5 4 9 15 17 0 6 6 28 13 0 21 3 8 1 20 5 2 2 5 0 1 21 21 0 2 11 34 14 1 25 0 11 0 14 9 0 0 0 0 3 4 4 0 0 3 1 0 0 0 2 1 0 5 3 0 0 4 0 5 2 14 0 4 4 14 5 0 4 4 12 0 8 5 0 0 2 0 1 5 11 0 0 5 2 5 0 6 0 1 1 6 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 5 3 3 0 1 2 10 0 0 0 3 8 0 8 4 4 2 2 4 16 29 33 0 8 13 51 14 0 22 4 19 1 40 12 4 7 5 1 11 39 36 0 3 21 80 21 3 37 1 20 2 34 27 31 163 173 26 85 45 0 48 274 352 551 606 353 436 392 133 193 855 957 709 Boston.....................Friday: November 12, December 10 Duluth .....................Wednesday: Nov. 17, December 15 Guam ......................Friday: November 26* ................................Thursday: December 23 ................................*(change created by Thanksgiving Day holiday) Honolulu .................Friday: November 19, December 17 Houston ..................Monday: November 15, December 13 Jacksonville ............Friday: November 12* ................................Thursday: December 9 ................................*(change created by Veterans’ Day holiday) Mobile ....................Wednesday: Nov. 17, December 15 New Orleans ...........Tuesday: November 16, December 14 New York................Tuesday: November 9, December 7 Norfolk ...................Friday: November 12* ................................Thursday: December 9 ................................*(change created by Veterans’ Day holiday) Philadelphia ............Wednesday: Nov. 10, December 8 Port Everglades.......Thursday: Nov. 18, December 16 San Francisco .........Thursday: Nov. 18, December 16 San Juan..................Friday: November 12* ................................Thursday: December 9 ................................*(change created by Veterans’ Day holiday) St. Louis..................Friday: November 19, December 17 Tacoma ...................Friday: November 26, ................................Monday, December 27* ................................*(change created by Christmas holiday) Wilmington ...............Monday: November 22, December 20 Each port’s meeting starts at 10:30 ..................................................................................... . a.m. Personals BILL DICKEY Please contact Bill Sharp at wsharpj@aol.com and leave your phone number. REX O’CONNOR Please contact Dolores Marcell at 2362 Crotona Ave., Bronx, NY 10458; or telephone (718) 367-3435. ENTRY DEPARTMENT Algonac Anchorage Baltimore Guam Honolulu Houston Jacksonville Joliet Mobile New Orleans New York Norfolk Philadelphia Piney Point Puerto Rico San Francisco St. Louis Tacoma Wilmington Totals All Departments Algonac ..................Friday: November 12, December 10 2 5 7 5 8 13 30 0 11 20 18 21 1 14 8 11 4 34 23 Port Totals Piney Point .............Monday: November 8, December 6 3 0 6 4 10 32 43 0 8 17 27 15 4 3 5 23 2 35 19 Port Algonac Anchorage Baltimore Guam Honolulu Houston Jacksonville Joliet Mobile New Orleans New York Norfolk Philadelphia Piney Point Puerto Rico San Francisco St. Louis Tacoma Wilmington **REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT Port Algonac Anchorage Baltimore Guam Honolulu Houston Jacksonville Joliet Mobile New Orleans New York Norfolk Philadelphia Piney Point Puerto Rico San Francisco St. Louis Tacoma Wilmington Trip Reliefs Attention Seafarers: *“Total Registered” means the number of Seafarers who actually registered for shipping at the port. **“Registered on Beach” means the total number of Seafarers registered at the port. October 2004 Seafarers LOG 15 �24753_P5-7,9-14,16,24.qxd 9/21/2004 10:33 AM Seafarers International Union Directory Page 16 NMU Monthly Shipping & Registration Report AUGUST 16 — SEPTEMBER 15, 2004 Michael Sacco, President TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Group I Group II Group III John Fay, Executive Vice President David Heindel, Secretary-Treasurer TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Group I Group II Group III Trip Reliefs REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Group I Group II Group III Augustin Tellez, Vice President Contracts Tom Orzechowski, Vice President Lakes and Inland Waters Dean Corgey, Vice President Gulf Coast Nicholas J. Marrone, Vice President West Coast Joseph T. Soresi, Vice President Atlantic Coast Kermett Mangram, Vice President Government Services René Lioeanjie, Vice President at Large Charles Stewart, Vice President at Large HEADQUARTERS 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746 (301) 899-0675 ALGONAC 520 St. Clair River Dr., Algonac, MI 48001 (810) 794-4988 ALTON 325 Market St., Suite B, Alton, IL 62002 (618) 462-3456 ANCHORAGE 721 Sesame St., #1C, Anchorage, AK 99503 (907) 561-4988 BALTIMORE 2315 Essex St., Baltimore, MD 21224 (410) 327-4900 BOSTON Marine Industrial Park/EDIC 27 Drydock Ave., Boston, MA 02210 (617) 261-0790 DULUTH 324 W. Superior St., Suite 705, Duluth, MN 55802 (218) 722-4110 GUAM P.O. Box 315242, Tamuning, Guam 96931-5242 125 Sunny Plaza, Suite 301-E Tun Jesus Crisostomo St., Tamuning, Guam 96911 (671) 647-1350 HONOLULU 606 Kalihi St., Honolulu, HI 96819 (808) 845-5222 HOUSTON 1221 Pierce St., Houston, TX 77002 (713) 659-5152 JACKSONVILLE 3315 Liberty St., Jacksonville, FL 32206 (904) 353-0987 JOLIET 10 East Clinton St., Joliet, IL 60432 (815) 723-8002 MOBILE 1640 Dauphin Island Pkwy, Mobile, AL 36605 (251) 478-0916 NEW ORLEANS 3911 Lapalco Blvd., Harvey, LA 70058 (504) 328-7545 NEW YORK 635 Fourth Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11232 (718) 499-6600 Government Services Division: (718) 832-8767 NORFOLK 115 Third St., Norfolk, VA 23510 (757) 622-1892 PHILADELPHIA 2604 S. 4 St., Philadelphia, PA 19148 (215) 336-3818 PINEY POINT P.O. Box 75, Piney Point, MD 20674 (301) 994-0010 PORT EVERGLADES 1221 S. Andrews Ave., Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33316 (954) 522-7984 SAN FRANCISCO 350 Fremont St., San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 543-5855 Government Services Division: (415) 861-3400 SANTURCE 1057 Fernandez Juncos Ave., Stop 16 Santurce, PR 00907 (787) 721-4033 ST. LOUIS 4581 Gravois Ave., St. Louis, MO 63116 (314) 752-6500 TACOMA 3411 South Union Ave., Tacoma, WA 98409 (253) 272-7774 WILMINGTON 510 N. Broad Ave., Wilmington, CA 90744 (310) 549-4000 16 Seafarers LOG Port Boston Houston Jacksonville New Orleans New York Norfolk Tacoma Wilmington Totals DECK DEPARTMENT 0 12 5 6 11 2 0 13 49 0 3 0 2 4 0 0 3 12 0 12 7 7 1 1 0 5 33 Port Boston Houston Jacksonville New Orleans New York Norfolk Tacoma Wilmington Totals 0 0 0 2 1 0 0 0 3 0 4 7 2 1 1 0 5 20 0 6 1 2 5 0 0 0 14 0 41 11 13 37 7 1 19 129 0 8 2 4 5 0 0 9 28 0 35 0 16 0 0 2 0 53 1 2 1 0 5 1 0 0 10 0 10 4 8 10 1 4 13 50 0 1 4 1 4 0 0 2 13 0 16 1 11 0 0 1 1 30 0 1 1 1 1 0 0 1 5 0 10 8 5 22 1 1 8 55 0 2 1 3 11 0 1 3 21 0 21 0 6 0 2 1 1 31 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 0 4 4 3 5 0 0 8 24 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 2 4 0 6 4 4 1 1 0 4 20 Port Boston Houston Jacksonville New Orleans New York Norfolk Tacoma Wilmington Totals 0 8 4 9 15 0 0 8 44 0 7 4 0 12 0 0 6 29 0 2 2 1 1 0 0 3 9 0 1 4 2 1 1 0 3 12 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 0 3 2 1 6 2 0 5 19 0 1 0 1 2 0 0 1 5 0 9 2 1 0 0 0 4 16 Port 0 4 1 2 2 3 0 3 15 0 1 0 0 7 0 0 0 8 0 4 2 1 0 0 0 4 11 ENTRY DEPARTMENT Boston Houston Jacksonville New Orleans New York Norfolk Tacoma Wilmington Totals 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 0 2 0 0 1 6 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Totals All Departments 92 21 69 88 20 43 35 234 61 114 PIC-FROM-THE-PAST This photo was sent to the LOG by Pensioner James Anthony Slay of Mobile, Ala. It was taken at the Aquarium Restaurant in New York City in 1946. In that year, Brother Slay (who is pictured at the front right-hand side of the table) was a wiper aboard the Ransom A. Moore, one of the Liberty ships that carried cargo to our armed forces during World War II. He had signed on in July 1946 in Mobile and received his certificate of discharge in December of that year in New York. Brother Slay, now 76, joined the union in 1955 in the port of Houston. A native of Mobile, he sailed in the engine department and upgraded frequently at the SIU-affiliated school in Piney Point. If anyone has a vintage union-related photograph he or she would like to share with the LOG readership, please send it to the Seafarers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. Photographs will be returned, if so requested. October 2004 �24753_p02,3,17,21.qxd 9/24/2004 8:37 PM Page 17 Welcome Ashore Each month, the Seafarers LOG pays tribute to the SIU members who have devoted their working lives to sailing aboard U.S.-flag vessels on the deep seas, inland waterways or Great Lakes. Listed below are brief biographical sketches of those members who recently retired from the union. The brothers and sisters of the SIU thank those members for a job well done and wish them happiness and good health in the days ahead. DEEP SEA BERT ABELLA, 64, joined the Seafarers International Union in 1979 in Seattle. Born in the Philippines, the deck department member enhanced his skills in 1982 at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training in Piney Point, Md. Brother Abella currently lives in Seattle. RITA BALLARD, 64, joined the SIU in 1967 in the port of San Francisco. Sister Ballard’s first voyage was aboard the Santa Magdelena. She was born in Switzerland and worked in the steward department. Prior to retiring, Sister Ballard shipped on the SS Independence. She makes her home in Santa Rosa, Calif. JOHN COSTA, 67, was born in Cape Verde, Cayman Islands. Brother Costa embarked on his seafaring career in 1992 in the port of Norfolk, Va. His initial trip the sea was aboard the USNS Relentless. Brother Costa upgraded his skills in 2000 at the Seafarers’ affiliated school in Piney Point. He worked in the steward department and last went to sea on the USNS Bowditch. With Seafarers on Matson’s Maunawili Chief Cook Barry Alviso, Recertified Steward Hans Schmuck Harry Chromiak SIU members from Aug. 8-18 helped ready the new Matson containership Maunawili at Kvaerner Philadelphia Shipyard so that the Seafarerscontracted vessel could sail on time. SIU Philadelphia Port Agent Joe Mieluchowski, who sent these photos to the LOG, described the shipboard work as “very demanding, but the SIU men were up to the task.” Pictured from left to right in photo directly above are Seafarers Glen Ambrosius, Lenny Tyson and Bill Kelly. Brother Costa calls New Bedford, Mass. home. LUIS CUEVAS, 69, joined the ranks of the SIU in 1980 in the port of New York. Brother Cuevas first set sail on the Manhattan. The steward department member was born in Puerto Rico. He last sailed aboard the Horizon Crusader. Brother Cuevas resides in Bridgeport, Conn. WALTER HANSEN, 64, hails from Brooklyn, N.Y., Brother Hansen started his career with the SIU in 1986 in Piney Point, Md. after serving in the U.S. Navy. He enhanced his skills on numerous occasions at the Paul Hall Center. Brother Hansen was a member of the steward department and initially went to sea on the USNS Triumph. His most recent voyage was aboard the El Morro. Brother Hansen is a resident of Canon City, Colo. CARLOS PINEDA, 65, joined the SIU in 1973 in the port of Houston. Brother Pineda originally sailed aboard an Ocean Clipper vessel. The deck department member was a frequent upgrader at the union’s affiliated school in Piney Point. In 1987, he completed his bosun recertification training and in 1997, his LNG recertification. Prior to retiring, Brother Pineda worked aboard the LNG Virgo. He was born in Honduras and currently lives in Houston. GREAT LAKES WAYNE CLARMONT, 65, was born in Wisconsin. He began his seafaring career in 1962 in Frankfort, Mich., sailing primarily aboard Michigan Interstate Railway’s Ann Arbor as a member of the engine department. Brother Clarmont now resides in Frankfort, Mich. INLAND SHIRLEY KEGEL, 64, began her seafaring career in 1993 in St. Louis. Sister Kegel was born in Kentucky and shipped in the steward department. She worked primarily aboard Orgulf Transport vessels. Sister Kegel is a resident of Paducah, Ky. CHARLES McCLELLAND, 61, embarked on his career with the SIU in 1983 in the port New York. Boatman McClelland was born in Mecklenburg, N.C. He shipped as a member of the engine department, primarily on New York Cross Harbor vessels. Boatman McClelland makes his home in Brooklyn, N.Y. JOHN RAKYTA, 63, became a Seafarer in 1968 in the port of Philadelphia. Boatman Rakyta’s first voyage was aboard a Gulf Atlantic Corporation vessel. Born Reprinted from past issues of the Seafarers LOG. 1940 The SIU demanded and won from its contracted operators an increase in the bonus on Far East runs from the previous rate of 25 percent to the flat rate of $1 per day, calculated from the day the ship leaves Honolulu until it returns to that port. In addition, the bonus rate on the African run was increased from 33-1/3 percent to the same $1 per day rate. For the entry ratings, this meant an increase of almost 100 percent and for the higher ratings it meant an increase of no less than 25 percent. October 2004 Hazel Johnson SAMUEL STANLEY, 61, joined the Seafarers in 1962 in the port of Mobile. Boatman Stanley was born in Florida and shipped primarily aboard National Marine Service vessels. The engine department member currently resides in Greenville, Ala. In addition to the foregoing individuals, the following NMU brothers went on pension effective the date indicated. Name Age EDP Darby, William 65 June 1 Power, George 71 July 1 Sims, Charles 66 July 1 Thompson, Vincent 65 June 1 Zandani, Ali 57 Aug. 1 Melton, Irving 65 Sept. 1 Mentore, John 65 Sept. 1 Smith, Clyde 65 July 1 McAnern, George 66 Aug. 1 Johnson, James 64 Sept. 1 Tomjack, Reed 72 Sept. 1 Allua, Bradford 55 Sept. 1 month for ordinary seamen to $23.73 monthly for chief electricians. The SIU pay hike upset the so-called West Coast formula which the operators hoped to make industry-wide…. Shortly after news of the SIU’s wage gain was made public, the CIO National Maritime Union signed a similar agreement with its contracted operators. This Month In SIU History 1950 Mike Kirby in Illinois, he enhanced his skills a number of times at the Paul Hall Center. Boatman Rakyta sailed as a captain, most recently aboard Crowley Towing & Transportation of Wilmington tugs. He calls Prescott Valley, Ariz. home. The SIU once again set a wage pattern for Cities Service seamen with the signing of an agreement early this week establishing a 6.38 percent increase in base pay and other benefits for all ratings. The pay raises, effective as of October 15, ranged from $12.82 per 1960 Firm action by the SIU at payoff time has won more than 1,700 hours of overtime pay for crewmen of the Orion Planet, who were obliged to work on a refueling-at-sea operation involving the Planet and a Navy tanker. As a result of the action by SIU headquarters and the Norfolk hall, the crewmembers received some $3,500 in extra cash for performing an operation which is fairly new in the civilian merchant marine and not yet covered by the standard SIU tanker or dry cargo agreements. The SIU maintained, however, that the work should properly be classed as OT. Seafarers LOG 17 �24753_P1,4,15,18-20,22,23.qxd 9/23/2004 9:35 AM Page 18 Final Departures Deep Sea DANIEL BALERIO ing in 1994, he sailed aboard the Mariner. Brother Eells called Pittsburg, Calif. home. Pensioner Daniel Balerio, 75, died July 16. Brother Balerio became a Seafarer in 1960, joining in the port of Houston. Born in Wharton, Texas, he first went to sea aboard the San Marino. Brother Balerio was a member of the deck department. His final voyage was on the Venture. Brother Balerio went on pension in 1993. He resided in Houston. PETER FRANCISCO ARTHUR BECK VERNER FREDERIKSEN Pensioner Arthur Beck, 75, passed away August 1. Brother Beck embarked on his seafaring career in the port of New York in 1951. The U.S. Army veteran initially sailed aboard Waterman Steamship Corp.’s Noonday. Brother Beck was born in New York and worked in the deck department. He retired in 1990. Brother Beck made his home in Keyes, Calif. Pensioner Verner Frederiksen, 85, passed away June 9. Brother Frederiksen launched his seafaring career in 1942 in the port of New York. He first sailed on the Del Valle, a vessel owned and operated by Delta Steamship Lines. Brother Frederiksen, who was a member of the engine department, last sailed aboard the Mill. He began receiving compensation for his retirement in 1975. Brother Frederiksen was born in Denmark and made his home in Wisconsin. LEONCIO CALDERON Pensioner Leoncio Calderon, 90, died July 24. Brother Calderon was born in Puerto Rico and began his seafaring career as a charter member in 1939 in the port of New York. His first ship was the Catherine. The steward department member last went to sea on the Stonewall Jackson. Brother Calderon began receiving retirement stipends in 1971. He called Brooklyn, N.Y. home. JAMES CHESTER Pensioner James Chester, 81, passed away July 21. Brother Chester started his career with the Marine Cooks & Stewards (MC&S) in San Francisco. He was born in Tennessee and resided in El Macero, Calif. Brother Chester went on pension in 1969. BERTRAM ECHERT Pensioner Bertram Echert, 86, died July 14. Brother Echert joined the SIU in 1953 in New Orleans after serving in the U.S. Army. He first shipped aboard the Del Monte as a member of the engine department. Brother Echert’s final voyage was on the Zapata Courier. He began receiving retirement compensation in 1981. Brother Echert was born in Fosteria, Ohio and made Panama City, Fla. his home. BURR EELLS Pensioner Burr Eells, 75, passed away June 12. Brother Eells started his seafaring career in 1967 in Cleveland, Ohio after serving in the U.S. Army. He first went to sea aboard the Western Comet. Born in Wyoming, Brother Eells worked in the engine department. Prior to retir- 18 Seafarers LOG Brother Peter Francisco, 58, died July 16. Born in New York, he joined the ranks of the SIU in 1991 in the port of Norfolk, Va. Brother Francisco sailed in the inland and Great Lakes divisions, but he primarily shipped in the deep sea division. The U.S. Navy veteran was a member of the steward department. Brother Francisco’s first voyage was on the USNS Tenacious; his last trip was aboard the Northerly Island. Brother Francisco lived in Virginia Beach, Va. HARRY GRANGER Pensioner Harry Granger, 83, died April 19. Brother Granger was born in Louisiana and joined the SIU in 1951 in Lake Charles, La. He first went to sea aboard the Abigua, working in the engine department. Brother Granger’s last trip was on the Overseas Alaska. He lived in his native state and went on pension in 1987. KENNETH HART Pensioner Kenneth Hart, 63, passed away July 29. Brother Hart joined the SIU in 1966 in the port of Jacksonville, Fla. He worked in the engine department, last sailing aboard the USNS Antares. Brother Hart, who called Lakeland, Fla. home, began receiving his pension in 1997. JUAN LAGUANA Pensioner Juan Laguana, 74, died July 4. Brother Laguana began his career with the MC&S in 1969 in San Francisco. After serving in the U.S. Navy, he went to sea on a States Steamship vessel. Brother Laguana was born in Guam and worked in the steward department. Prior to retiring in 1991, he sailed aboard American Ship Management’s Comet. Brother Laguana made his home in Calif. RUSSELL MANCINI Pensioner Russell Mancini, 76, passed away August 8. Brother Mancini first donned the SIU colors in 1967 in the port of Wilmington, Calif. after serving in the U.S. Marine Corps. Born in Maine, he first sailed aboard the Steel King. Brother Mancini shipped in the engine department, last working on the Bay Ridge. He resided in Westminster, Calif. and started receiving retirement compensation in 1993. HARRY MESSICK Pensioner Harry Messick, 72, died July 8. Brother Messick joined the SIU in 1951 in the port of Baltimore. His first vessel was the Edith. Brother Messick, who was born in Camden, N.J,. worked in the engine department. His final voyage was on the Ambassador. Brother Messick called Clearwater, Fla. home. He began receiving his retirement compensation in 1995. SYLVESTER MONARDO Pensioner Sylvester Monardo, 79, passed away July 24. Brother Monardo started sailing with the SIU in 1943 in New York after serving in the U.S. Army. He was born in Braddock, Pa. and worked in the deck department. Brother Monardo first went to sea aboard the Del Mar; his last ship was the LNG Libra. Brother Monardo started receiving his pension in 1987. He made his home in Slidell, La. PHILIP NAVITSKY Pensioner Philip Navitsky, 81, died July 26. Brother Navitsky began his career with the Seafarers in 1947 in the port of Philadelphia. Born in Shenandoah, Pa., the deck department member first sailed aboard the Marymar. Brother Navitsky went on pension in 1977. He lived in Schuylkill, Pa. Brother Joseph Packnett, 36, died April 23. He joined the SIU in 1991 in Piney Point, Md. Brother Packnett first sailed on the USNS Bartlett. Born in New Orleans, he was a member of the steward department. Brother Packnett last went to sea aboard the PFC William Baugh. He resided in Lexington Park, Md. HAROLD UNGLERT Pensioner Harold Unglert, 78, passed away June 19. Brother Unglert joined the SIU in 1966 in the port of Wilmington, Calif. Born in New Jersey, he sailed in the engine department. Brother Unglert was a veteran of the U.S. Navy. Before retiring in 1991, he worked on the Overseas New York. Brother Unglert made his home in Old Bridge, N.J. BENEDICT VEINER Pensioner Benedict Veiner, 79, died July 1. Brother Veiner was born in New Brunswick, N.J. He began his career with the Seafarers in 1945 in the port of New York. Brother Veiner initially went to sea aboard the Sea-Land Florida; his last voyage was on the North Platte Victory. The deck department member began receiving his pension in 1996. Brother Veiner called Palatka, Fla. home. CARL WOODWARD Brother Arnold Neff, 64, passed away June 22. He started his seafaring career in 1991 in the port of Houston. Brother Neff initially shipped aboard the Cape Clear. The U.S. Navy veteran worked in the deck department, most recently aboard the Sulphur Enterprise. He was born in Fayette, Ky. and called Freeport, Texas home. Pensioner Carl Woodward, 77, passed away July 20. Brother Woodward began his seafaring career in 1978 in the port of Wilmington, Calif. after serving in the U.S. Army. He was born in Lamar, Mo. and worked in the steward department. Brother Woodward first sailed aboard the Manulani. He most recently worked on the Overseas Alaska. Brother Woodward started receiving his retirement stipends in 1992. He resided in his native state. SHELL NG GREAT LAKES ARNOLD NEFF Pensioner Shell Ng, 79, died July 9. Brother Ng was born in China and embarked on his career with the Marine Cooks & Stewards in San Francisco. Brother Ng began receiving compensation for his retirement in 1973. He made his home in San Francisco. ISIDORE OSTROFF Pensioner Isidore Ostroff, 83, passed away June 20. Brother Ostroff launched his seafaring career in 1952 in the port of New York. His first ship was the Bradford Island. Born in New York, Brother Ostroff worked in the steward department. His last voyage was aboard the Philadelphia. Brother Ostroff, who lived in Las Vegas, began receiving his pension in 1981. the Steel T. Crapo. His last vessel was the Richard J. Reiss. Brother Ostwald made his home in Burt Township, Mich. He went on pension in 2000. JOSEPH PACKNETT GIL BOILORE Pensioner Gil Boilore, 56, died April 5. Brother Boilore joined the ranks of the SIU in 1972 in Alpena, Mich. He worked primarily aboard vessels owned by American Steamship Company. Born in Michigan, Brother Boilore was a member of the deck department. He began receiving compensation for his retirement in 2002. Brother Boilore lived in Michigan. JOHN OSTWALD Pensioner John Ostwald, 69, passed away August 15. Brother Ostwald started sailing with the SIU in 1974 in the port of Duluth. The Michiganborn mariner worked in the engine department, initially sailing aboard Editor’s Note: The following brothers, all former members of the National Maritime Union (NMU) and participants in the NMU Pension Trust, have passed away. GERONIMO BISHOP Pensioner Geronimo Bishop, 101, passed away August 7. Brother Bishop started his seafaring career with the NMU in 1943, initially shipping from the port of San Francisco. He worked in the steward department primarily aboard vessels operated by Marine Transport. Brother Bishop began receiving compensation for his retirement in 1969. W.H. DENNIS Pensioner W.H. Dennis, 77, died August 13. Brother Dennis was born in Grafton, W.Va. and joined the NMU in 1945. His first voyage was from the port of New York aboard the Gulf Maracaibo. Brother Dennis worked in the engine department. He last shipped on the Massachusetts and went on pension in 1968. EARL PATTERSON Pensioner Earl Patterson, 64, passed away August 19. Brother Patterson first sailed with the NMU in 1966 aboard the Winchester. He worked in the deck department, last sailing on the USNS Roy Wheat. Brother Patterson started collecting compensation for his retirement in 2002. MARKO SIGALAS Pensioner Marko Sigalas, 85, died July 31. After joining the NMU in 1953 in New York, he sailed aboard the Thomas F. Baker. Brother Sigalas last went to sea on the Pasadena. He was born in Greece and shipped as a member of the deck department. Brother Sigalas began receiving his pension in 1975. PAUL VEGA Pensioner Paul Vega, 78, passed away August 16. Brother Vega started his career with the NMU in 1945 in the port of Houston. He worked in the deck department, last sailing aboard the George Lykes. Brother Vega started receiving his retirement income in 1968. Continued on page 20 October 2004 �24753_P1,4,15,18-20,22,23.qxd 9/23/2004 8:34 AM Page 19 Digest of Shipboard Union Meetings The Seafarers LOG attempts to print as many digests of union shipboard minutes as possible. On occasion, because of space limitations, some will be omitted. Ships minutes first are reviewed by the union’s contract department. Those issues requiring attention or resolution are addressed by the union upon receipt of the ships’ minutes. The minutes are then forwarded to the Seafarers LOG for publication. NORTHERN LIGHTS (IUM), July 11—Chairman Mark T. Trapp, Secretary Ronald D. Jones. Chairman reported smooth voyage and announced ship layup in Mobile, Ala. July 17. Secretary advised crew members to check expiration dates on all documents and reminded them to consider donating to SPAD when applying for vacation. Everyone asked to clean rooms before layup. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Clarification of procedures requested pertaining to lack of air conditioning or fans. Vote of thanks given to steward department for hard work. OVERSEAS NEW YORK (ATC), July 19—Chairman Christopher J. Kicey, Secretary Michael F. Meany, Educational Director Charles J. Walker Jr. Chairman announced arrival in Cherry Point, Wash. He asked everyone to check with union hall and obey shipping rules. Secretary reported smooth-running ship and encouraged all departments to keep up good work. Educational director stressed importance of upgrading. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Clarification requested on pre-employment physicals. PRINCE WILLIAM SOUND (ATC), July 25—Chairman Albert L. Caulder, Secretary Jeffery L. Smith, Educational Director Thomas E. Woerner. Chairman announced upcoming payoff in Long Beach, Calif. Educational director encouraged crew members to read Seafarers LOG and stay abreast of important union issues. He also recommended they get to know their contract and upgrade skills at Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md. Treasurer reported $4,000 in ship’s fund to purchase treadmill for crew use and small refrigerators for individual rooms. Disputed OT and beefs reported in deck department. Vote of thanks given to steward department for excellent job. RICHARD MATTHIESEN (OSI), July 18—Chairman Cleveland N. West, Secretary Crista L. Ali, Educational Director David W. Bodah, Deck Delegate Troy R. Ingersoll. Chairman reminded crew to sepa- Home from Kuwait AB Mike Garland works on deck aboard the USNS Harry Martin when the RO/RO-containership arrived home in Guam. October 2004 rate plastic items from regular trash. Educational director advised that crew allow plenty of time when renewing z-cards. He urged Seafarers to upgrade skills at Piney Point facility. Treasurer stated $140 in ship’s fund and $735 in safety fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Suggestions made to raise number of vacation days and call reliefs early so they can meet ship upon arrival. Request made to fix or replace toaster in crew mess hall and purchase an iron. Chief cook should be made aware that watchstanders should be served first. Thanks given to all three departments for jobs well done. 1ST LT. BALDOMERO LOPEZ (American Overseas Marine), Aug. 8—Chairman Larry E. Childress, Secretary Gary Dottino, Deck Delegate Basil R. D’Souza, Engine Delegate Joseph U. Quitugua, Steward Delegate Francisco Roy. Chairman reminded crew about dress code in mess hall (no tank tops, flip-flops or hats). Educational director advised members to upgrade at Paul Hall Center. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Discussion held about Coast Guard’s new physical requirements. Captain will connect cable TV to ship in near future. Next port: Newport News, Va. 1ST LT. JACK LUMMUS (American Overseas Marine), Aug. 3—Chairman William L. Bratton, Secretary William E. Bragg, Educational Director Michael S. Reuter, Deck Delegate Jose Lopez, Engine Delegate Kenneth L. Couture, Steward Delegate Gregory N. Williams. Chairman reviewed highlights of Guam port agent’s visit aboard ship. He spoke about opportunities on NCL America’s new cruise ships around Hawaii and thanked crew for donations to assist fellow crew member during family crisis. Secretary read communications from union pertaining to benefit changes. He explained payment schedule and reminded crew of need to obtain pre-authorization for health care benefits. Educational director recommended crew not miss out on upgrading opportunities available at Piney Point facility. Treasurer stated $419 remain in ship’s fund after the purchase of two blenders. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Suggestion made for steward to draft petition for implementing launch schedule in Saipan/Guam that would permit steward department pesonnel to go ashore and return in time for scheduled work hours. Next port: Guam. ATLANTIC FOREST (Waterman Steamship Corp.), Aug. 10 —Chairman Wilton F. Perry, Secretary Ekow Doffoh, Educational Director Robert A. Ott, Steward Delegate Alaa A. Embaby. Chairman announced Aug. 13 arrival in New Orleans with payoff the next day. Secretary reported smooth voyage. Educational director emphasized importance of upgrading. He also reminded crew that SIU scholarship program is available to them, their spouses and children. No beefs reported; some disputed OT noted by deck and engine delegates. Recommendation made to raise pension benefits. Suggestion made to purchase new freezer to store ice cream and install new TV system. Vote of thanks given to steward department for good food and service. Next port: New Orleans. BLUE RIDGE (Intrepid), Aug. 3—Chairman Inocencio M. Desaville, Secretary Jimmie B. Riddick, Deck Delegate Stephen R. Harrington, Engine Delegate Jimmie B. Reddick, Steward Delegate Gery R. Byrd. Chairman announced Aug. 9 payoff in Long Beach, Calif. and advised everyone to keep dues paid up. Secretary informed crew of Coast Guard fireboat drills on next trip to Tampa, Fla. and thanked crew members for helping keep ship clean. Educational director stressed importance of upgrading skills at Paul Hall Center. Treasurer stated money in ship’s fund used to pay for cable. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Steward department thanked for good job and encouraged to keep up good work. DEVELOPER (USSM), Aug. 8—Chairman Joseph J. Caruso, Secretary Randy A. Stephens, Educational Director Dimarko L. Shoulders, Deck Delegate David D. Freeman, Steward Delegate Carlos E. Suazo. Chairman reminded crew members to abide by all security and safety regulations on vessel. Secretary informed everyone that applications (medical, vacation, etc.) are available on board ship. Just ask him. Educational director advised crew to check documents for expiration dates. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Chairman encouraged crew members to vote during union’s elections this year. Request made to replace dryer in laundry room. Chairman thanked all departments for jobs well done. Next ports: Charleston, S.C.; Miami; Houston. EL YUNQUE (IUM), Aug. 1— Chairman Luis Ramirez, Secretary Francis E. Ostendarp Jr., Educational Director John J. Walsh, Deck Delegate John W. Cooper, Engine Delegate Carlton A. Hendley. Chairman announced Aug. 2 payoff in San Juan, P.R. and encouraged crew to keep all necessary shipping documents current. Educational director advised crew to upgrade skills at Piney Point whenever possible. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Suggestions made to change prescription policy in order to obtain enough medication for four months while on ship and to change pension eligibility. EXPLORER (USSM), Aug. 12 —Chairman Robert Pagan Jr., Secretary William R. Burdette, Deck Delegate Jose Garcia, Engine Delegate Carlos M. Noriega, Steward Delegate Majed Alsunbahi. Chairman thanked deck department for good performance during trip. He announced Aug. 12 payoff in Los Angeles after ship has cleared customs and requested crew keep rooms as clean as possible and turn in keys before leaving ship. Treasurer reported $400 in ship’s fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next ports: Los Angeles and Oakland, Calif. EXPRESS (USSM), Aug. 8— Chairman George H. Perry Jr., Secretary Richard E. Hicks, Educational Director Mohamad Y. Abdullah. Chairman spoke with captain about contract agreement and e-mailed outcome to contracts department at headquarters. Educational director encouraged Seafarers to contribute to SPAD and upgrade at Paul Hall Center whenever possible. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Suggestion made to increase number of vacation days earned. HORIZON NAVIGATOR (Horizon Lines), Aug. 2— Chairman Guy L. Wilson, Secretary Mark V. Cabasag, Educational Director Benny A. Orosco, Engine Delegate Gregory L. Howard, Steward LIBERATOR (USSM), Aug. 12 —Chairman Daniel J. Teichman, Secretary Guillermo F. Thomas, Educational Director Elwyn L. Ford, Deck Delegate Jerry Gonzaga, Engine Delegate Si I. Hughes. Chairman thanked crew for good voyage. Educational director talked about opportunities available at Piney Point for upgrading skills. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Request made to purchase video games for XBox in lounge. MAERSK CAROLINA (Maersk Line), Aug. 1—Chairman Abdul Gharama, Secretary John G. Reid, Educational Director Kevin Supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom Bosun Mike Sinclair (right) poses with some of the National Guardsmen who sailed aboard the USNS Harry Martin on its run to Kuwait. Delegate Henry O. Wright Jr. Secretary announced next payoff Aug. 5 in Long Beach, Calif. Educational director emphasized importance of donating to SPAD for job security. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Deck and engine departments expressed appreciation to steward department for excellent job. Suggestions made to improve pension and health benefits plans. Next ports: Long Beach; Honolulu; Oakland, Calif. HORIZON RELIANCE (Horizon Lines), Aug. 1— Chairman Dominic L. Brunamonti, Educational Director Kevin T. McCagh, Deck Delegate Brandy G. Carter, Engine Delegate Rhonda Koski, Steward Delegate Kenneth K. Lee. Chairman announced payoff Aug. 7 in Tacoma, Wash. He thanked everyone for generous donations to two fellow crew members who both lost their mothers recently and expressed his deepest regrets. Educational director encouraged crew to enhance skills at Paul Hall Center. Treasurer stated $1,485 in ship’s fund. Recommendation made to steward regarding future stores. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Vote of thanks given to steward department for fine meals prepared this trip. HORIZON SPIRIT (Horizon Lines), Aug. 19—Secretary Edgardo G. Ombac, Engine Delegate James B. Spranza. Chairman announced Aug. 21 payoff in Tacoma, Wash. He thanked everyone for following safety procedures (using tunnel, wearing hard hats), especially during cargo operation. Educational director advised crew to upgrade skills (and even bring the family for vacation) at union’s affiliated school in Piney Point, Md. He stressed need to check that all documents are up to date. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Thanks given to steward department for good food. Next ports: Tacoma; Oakland, Calif.; Honolulu; Guam. M. Cooper, Deck Delegate Edward H. Majesky Jr., Engine Delegate Valerii H. Lazarov, Steward Delegate Ali S. Salim. Chairman announced payoff Aug. 4 in Charleston, S.C. He thanked crew for safe trip and asked those departing vessel to make sure rooms are clean and supplied with fresh linen for next person. Educational director advised everyone to count vacation days and compare that number with discharges as well as check if any bonuses are due. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Suggestion made to reduce seatime needed for pension benefits. Thanks given to steward department for great cookout. Next ports: Charleston, S.C.; Norfolk, Va.; Newark, N.J. MAERSK CONSTELLATION (Maersk), Aug. 6—Chairman Horace B. Rains, Secretary James J. Battista, Educational Director Juanito D. Dansalan. Chairman stated air conditioning on ship not working properly. Educational director encouraged everyone to take advantage of upgrading opportunities available at Paul Hall Center. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Request made for ice machine, salad bar and grill for galley. Steward department given vote of thanks for great service, preparation and quality of food. OVERSEAS JOYCE (OSG), Aug. 1—Chairman Roger C. Tupas, Secretary Jack A. Hart Jr. Chairman announced payoff Aug. 6 in Portland, Ore. and thanked crew for good, safe trip. Secretary thanked everyone for helping keep house clean and for good seamanship. Educational director advised crew members to check expiration dates on MMDs and other documents and encouraged them to upgrade skills at Piney Point whenever possible. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Recommendation made regarding increase in pension plan. Requests made for better TV and radio. Seafarers LOG 19 �24753_P1,4,15,18-20,22,23.qxd 9/23/2004 12:16 PM Page 20 Burial at Sea Conducted For Brother Anthony Beck Pensioner Anthony Beck, 95, passed away May 31. In complying with his request to be forever at sea, his ashes were scattered July 14 from the SIUcontracted Horizon Navigator. Officiated by Captain John Jablonski, the last rites for Brother Beck were conducted while the Navigator was steaming across the Pacific Ocean and situated at Latitude 26 degrees 32 minutes North and Longitude 144 degrees 40 minutes West. During his ceremonial remarks, Captain Jablonski said, “Today we gather to honor the memory of SIU Brother Captain John Jablonski (above, right) conducts burial at sea services aboard the Horizon Navigator for deceased SIU Pensioner Anthony Beck as members of his crew look on. Left: Captain Jablonski deposits the ashes of Brother Beck into the sea. The burial at sea ceremony took place July 14 in the Pacific Ocean. Anthony Beck… All who make their living on the sea know the pain of being separated from their loved ones and with that thought in mind we pray for the Beck family in their loss.” Following the reading of the 23rd Psalm, Captain Jablonski continued, “Eternal rest grant unto him oh Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. Come to his assistance ye Saints of God. Meet him, ye Angels of the Lord, receive his soul and present it to the Most High. May Christ who called thee; and his Angels lead thee into the Bosom of Abraham. Eternal rest grant unto him oh Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him.” With that, Captain Jablonski scattered Brother Beck’s ashes into the sea Seafarers aboard the vessel at the time of the services included Bosun Guy Wilson, AB Abdulhameed Mohamed, AB Lauro Clark, GUDE Edibowie Mariano, Engine Utilities Asher Liss and Benny Orosco and SA Kasem Ahmead. Brother Beck launched his career with the SIU in 1948 in the port of New York. Born in California, he shipped in the deep sea division as a member of the engine department. Brother Beck initially went to sea aboard a Waterman Steamship Co vessel. He last shipped on the Fairland. The U.S. Navy veteran resided in Sonoma, Calif. Know Your Rights FINANCIAL REPORTS. The Constitution of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District/NMU makes specific provision for safeguarding the membership’s money and union finances. The constitution requires a detailed audit by certified public accountants every year, which is to be submitted to the membership by the secretary-treasurer. A yearly finance committee of rank-and-file members, elected by the membership, each year examines the finances of the union and reports fully their findings and recommendations. 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/NMU 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. SHIPPING RIGHTS. A member’s shipping rights and seniority are protected exclusively by contracts between the union and the employers. Members should get to know their shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and available in all union halls. If members believe there have been violations of their shipping or seniority rights as contained in the contracts between the union and the employers, they should notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mail, return receipt requested. The proper address for this is: Augustin Tellez, Chairman Seafarers Appeals Board 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to members at all times, either by writing directly to the union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which an SIU member works and lives aboard a ship or boat. Members should know their contract rights, as well as their obligations, such as filing for overtime (OT) on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If, at any time, a member believes that an SIU patrolman or other union official fails to protect their contractual rights properly, he or she should contact the nearest SIU port agent. Final Departures Continued from page 18 In addition to the foregoing individuals, the following NMU brothers, all of whom were pensioners, passed away on the dates indicated. Name Anderson, Armando Anderson, Walter Aponte, Luis Boone, Edward Branch Jr., Arthur 20 Age 70 76 78 81 80 Seafarers LOG DOD July 24 July 24 July 27 July 31 Aug. 25 Brathwaite, Pelham Coleman, William Diaz, Brigido Dix, Robert Freeman, Walter Godwin, Otis Gordon, Joseph Hall, Joseph Jeter, Ruddie Kelly, Franklin King, Willie Lam, Hong Marcelo, Melchor Martin, Josh 78 78 72 84 79 80 89 60 79 82 76 83 91 71 Aug. 3 Aug. 20 July 28 June 22 July 30 July 15 July 24 July 29 Aug. 1 Aug. 14 Aug. 11 Aug. 2 June 26 July 29 Matovich, Sam Melchior, James Mitchell, Charles Moye, James Noche, Alberto Orchard, John Overby, Edward Perez, Manuel Reilly, Thomas Schulte, James Thomas, Ruben Vaugh, Alvin Whitfield, Leroy Wusstig, Frank 69 80 79 79 92 82 81 75 79 71 77 85 67 66 April 20 Aug. 15 Aug. 6 July 2 Aug. 2 Aug. 7 Aug. 3 Aug. 22 June 27 July 24 July 30 Aug. 19 July 26 Aug. 19 EDITORIAL POLICY — THE SEAFARERS LOG. The Seafarers LOG traditionally has refrained from publishing any article serving the political purposes of any individual in the union, officer or member. It also has refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the union or its collective membership. This established policy has been reaffirmed by membership action at the September 1960 meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsibility for Seafarers 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. PAYMENT 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 circumstances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any 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 or she should not have been required to make such payment, this should immediately be reported to union headquarters. CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. 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 contents. Any time a member feels any other member or officer is attempting to deprive him or her of any constitutional right or obligation by any methods, such as dealing with charges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, the member so affected should immediately notify 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 discriminated against because of race, creed, color, sex, national or geographic origin. If any member feels that he or she is denied the equal rights to which he or she is entitled, the member should notify union headquarters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DONATION — SPAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fund. Its proceeds are used to further its objects and purposes including, 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 condition of membership in the union or of employment. If a contribution is made by reason of the above improper conduct, the member should notify the Seafarers International Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the contribution for investigation and appropriate action and refund, if involuntary. A member should support SPAD to protect and further his or her economic, political and social interests, and American trade union concepts. NOTIFYING THE UNION—If at any time a member feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he or she has been denied the constitutional right of access to union records or information, the member should immediately notify SIU President Michael Sacco at headquarters by certified mail, return receipt requested. The address is: Michael Sacco, President Seafarers International Union 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746. October 2004 �24753_p02,3,17,21.qxd 9/24/2004 8:29 AM Page 21 SEAFARERS PAUL HALL CENTER UPGRADING COURSE SCHEDULE The following is the schedule of courses at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md. through the end of 2004. All programs are geared to improve the job skills of Seafarers and to promote the American maritime industry. Please note that this schedule may change to reflect the needs of the membership, the maritime industry and—in times of conflict—the nation’s security. Students attending any of these classes should check in the Saturday before their course’s start date. The courses listed here will begin promptly on the morning of the start dates. For classes ending on a Friday, departure reservations should be made for Saturday. Seafarers who have any questions regarding the upgrading courses offered at the Paul Hall Center may call the admissions office at (301) 994-0010. Engine Upgrading Courses Course Start Date Date of Completion Basic Auxiliary Plant Operation November 15 December 10 FOWT October 25 December 17 Welding October 4 November 1 October 22 November 19 Safety Specialty Courses Start Date of Course Date Completion Advanced Fire Fighting* November 8 November 19 October 4 October 8 (*must have basic fire fighting) Deck Upgrading Courses Course Start Date Date of Completion Able Seaman November 8 December 3 Automatic Radar Plotting Aids* (ARPA) November 15 November 19 Tankerman (PIC) Barge* (*must have basic fire fighting) Academic Department Courses General education and college courses are available as *(must have radar unlimited) needed. In addition, basic vocational support program GMDSS (Simulator) November 1 November 12 Lifeboatman/Water Survival October 25 November 5 the AB, QMED Junior Engineer, FOWT, Third Mate, Navigation Fundamentals November 29 December 10 Tanker Assistant and Water Survival courses. An introduc- Radar November 1 November 12 Specially Trained Ordinary Seaman (STOS) October 4 November 29 October 15 December 10 courses are offered throughout the year, one week prior to tion to computers course will be self-study. Upgrade . . . Steward Upgrading Courses Galley Operations/Advanced Galley Operations modules start every week. Certified Chief Cook/Chief Steward classes start every other week, most recently beginning Sept. 20, 2004. Recertification Bosun October 11 November 8 . . . at the Paul Hall Center � UPGRADING APPLICATION Name ________________________________________________________________ Address_______________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________ Telephone _________________________ Deep Sea Member † Lakes Member Date of Birth ______________________ † Inland Waters Member † If the following information is not filled out completely, your application will not be processed. Social Security # ______________________ Book # _________________________ Seniority _____________________________ Department _____________________ U.S. Citizen: Yes † No † Home Port _____________________________ With this application, COPIES of the following must be sent: One hundred and twenty (120) days seatime for the previous year, one day in the last six months prior to the date your class starts, USMMD (z-card) front and back, front page of your union book indicating your department and seniority, and qualifying seatime for the course if it is Coast Guard tested. All OL, AB and JE applicants must submit a U.S. Coast Guard fee of $140 with their application. The payment should be made with a money order only, payable to LMSS. COURSE BEGIN DATE END DATE ____________________________ _______________ _______________ ____________________________ _______________ _______________ ____________________________ _______________ _______________ ____________________________ _______________ _______________ ____________________________ _______________ _______________ ____________________________ _______________ _______________ Endorsement(s) or License(s) now held _____________________________________ LAST VESSEL: _____________________________________ Rating: ___________ _____________________________________________________________________ Date On: ___________________________ Date Off: ________________________ Are you a graduate of the SHLSS/PHC trainee program? † Yes † No If yes, class # __________________________________________________________ Have you attended any SHLSS/PHC upgrading courses? † Yes † No If yes, course(s) taken ___________________________________________________ Do you hold the U.S. Coast Guard Lifeboatman Endorsement? † Yes † No Firefighting: † Yes † No CPR: † Yes † No Primary language spoken ________________________________________________ October 2004 SIGNATURE __________________________________ DATE ________________ NOTE: Transportation will be paid in accordance with the scheduling letter only if you present original receipts and successfully complete the course. If you have any questions, contact your port agent before departing for Piney Point. RETURN COMPLETED APPLICATION TO: Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education, Admissions Office, P.O. Box 75, Piney Point, MD 20674-0075; or fax to (301) 994-2189. The Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education is a private, non-profit, equal opportunity institution and admits students, who are otherwise qualified, of any race, nationality or sex. The school complies with applicable laws with regard to admission, access or treatment of students in its programs or activities. 10/04 Seafarers LOG 21 �24753_P1,4,15,18-20,22,23.qxd 9/24/2004 8:12 PM Page 22 Paul Hall Center Classes Unlicensed Apprentice Water Survival Class 653 — Graduating from the water survival class are unlicensed apprentices from class 653 (in alphabetical order) Anthony Bartley, Vincent Deguzman, Latonia Furty Jr., Todd Gallagher, Jonathan Ives, Andrew Jackson, Christopher Jackson, Samuel Lambert Jr., Cleveland Lewis, Carlos Lianos Jr., Jeremy Martinez, Daniel McFarland Jr., Samuel Miller, Adrian Mills, Clifford Nicely, Thomas Nicely, James Nickerson and Martin Simmons Jr. (Note: not all are pictured.) Their instructor, Tom Gilliland, is at far right. Government Vessels — With instructor Greg Thompson (far left) are Aug. 6 graduates of the government vessels course. They are (in no specific order) Mario Torrey, Christopher Wheeler, Jon Carrico, Jovita Carino, Stacy Murphy, Aaron Barnes, Jonathon Hardiman, Nelton Rodriguez, Yamil Sanchez, Orlando Caro, Forrest Cornelison, Russell Wall, Benjamin Anderson and Gregory Ralston. Fast Rescue Boat — Sept. 3 was graduation day for those in the fast rescue boat course. They are (in alphabetical order) Albert Bharrat, David Bracken, Stephen Gardner III, Robert George, Karen Laycock, Steven Medina, Loren Wolfe and Stella Zebrowski. Their instructor, Stan Beck, stands in the back. Certified Chief Cook — Oil Spill Containment — Boatmen from Penn Maritime who completed the oil spill containment course Aug. 6 are James Graham, Brian Bascom, Paul Hendrix, Lindsey Sikora, Kim Duplantis Jr. and Charles Gale. Their instructor, Stan Beck, stands at left. GMDSS — Completing their GMDSS Advanced Fire Fighting — Under the guidance of instructor Anthony Hammett (far right) are Sept. 3 graduates of the advanced fire fighting course. They are (in alphabetical order) Timothy Casey, Scott Lucero, Niko Mansales, James Raney, Trent Sterling, Clive Steward and Jermaine Williams. training Sept. 3 are (from left) Brad Wheeler (instructor), Sheila Petri and James Shaffer. Working toward their certified chief cook endorsements are (from left) Gerald Toledo, Shirley Pellamy, John Dobson (instructor), Alphonzo Berry and Juan Vallejo. Basic Auxiliary Plant Operations — Upgrading Seafarers Roy Brooks and Jorge Bodden joined with unlicensed apprentices in completing the basic auxiliary plant operations course Aug. 20. They are (in no specific order) Jonathan Miller, Travis Zeller, Cody Stasch, Brian Leach, Lon Maduro, Christopher Burke, Dameon Cooler, Terry Chance, Connie Clemons, DeShanna Sherrod, Shawn Sayers, Djaun Wright, Alexander Rhodes, Matthew Wright and Chris Oding. Their instructor, Jim Shaffer, is at far left. Computer Lab Classes Showing off their certificates of achievement for completion of several computer classes at the Paul Hall Center are (from left) instructor Rick Prucha and Suzanne Santora; (back row) Brian Delatte, Mohamed Abdelwahab, instructor Rick Prucha, Arthur Quinney III, Nicholas Smithling, (kneeling) Jerry Sobieraj and Rubin Gonzalez; Niko Monsales, instructor Rick Prucha and Paa Kwakye; (seated) John Faith and Jerald Martinez and (standing) instructor Rick Prucha. 22 Seafarers LOG October 2004 �24753_P1,4,15,18-20,22,23.qxd 9/23/2004 8:34 AM Page 23 Paul Hall Center Classes Lifeboatman/Water Survival — Upgrading Seafarers who completed this course Aug. 13 are (in no specific order) Bruce Milburn, Paa Kwakye, Philip Hatcher, Edwin Pelingon, Lino Remorin, Harry Hernandez, William Madden III, Jose Norales, Moises Ortiz, James Robinson, Darrol Bates, Manuel Daguio, Vasile Dadgaru, Jimmy Lawhon, Shirley Ballamy and Niko Monsales. Their instructor, Bernabe Pelingon, is third from left. Small Arms — Aug. 27 was graduation day for those in the small arms training class. They are (in alphabetical order) Christopher Burke, Jovita Carino, Brian Leach, Jonathan Miller, Stacy Murphy, Jose Nunez, Gilberto Quinones, Alexander Rhodes, Yamil Sanchez, Shawn Sayers, Russell Wall, Djuan Wright and Matthew Wright. Their instructor, Robby Springer, is at far left. Basic Safety Training Classes Lifeboatman/Water Survival — STCW — Aug. 6: Greg Blasquez, William Britton, Allen Cole, Kai Gullilksen, Mark Jones, Fernando Lopes, John Macari, Albert Moore, Karen Petterson, Michael Peck, Joseph Reynolds, Anthony Rosa and Francisco Ocado. Their instructor, Tony Sevilla, is at far left. STCW — Aug. 27: (Alaska fishermen) Joseph Demmert, Vincent Hamm, Justin Huggins, Roderick McLeod, Charles Melendrez, Timothy O’Hara, Kirk Opheim, Leroy Peterson and Clark Thomas. Earning their lifeboatman/water survival endorsements Sept. 3 are Alaska fishermen (in alphabetical order) Joseph Demmert, Vincent Hamm, Justin Huggins, Roderick McLeod, Charles Melendrez, Timothy O’Hara, Kirk Opheim, Leroy Peterson and Clark Thomas. Their instructor, Stacey Harris, sits aft. FOWT — FOWT — Completing the FOWT course Sept. 3 are (in no specific order) Blas Robert, Justin Violanti, Ryan Strick, Antonio Watson, Robert Walter, Clarence Pearson, Tawrence Abrams, Gregory Davis, Carl Williams, Doug Lowry, Scott Martin, Michael Mazyck, Forrest McGee, Rigoberto Beata and John Faith. Their instructor, Eric Malzkuhn, is at far left. Specially Trained OS — Receiving their STOS certificates of completion Aug. 20 from instructor Stacey Harris (center) are Benjamin Anderson, Aaron Barnes, Orlando Caro, Jovita Carino, Jon Carrico, Forrest Cornelison, Jonathon Hardiman, Regis Makowski, Stacy Murphy, Gregory Ralston, Nelton Rodriguez, Yamil Sanchez, Mario Torrey, Russell Wall and Christopher Wheeler. October 2004 Graduating from this course Sept. 3 are (in no specific order) Philippe Leger, Nathaniel Barker, Geoffery Coulton, Vernel Page, Tristum Beeks, Timothy Sextor, Joseph Thomas, Heriburto Alvarado, James Barker, Joseph Schoonover and Nicholas Bacon. Their instructor, Jay Henderson, is at far right. Specially Trained OS — Another STOS class that graduated Aug. 20, but under the instruction of Tony Sevilla (sixth from left) are Justin Perry, Carlos Gibbons, Omar Madrid, Carl Wonderly, Jerald Martinez, Wilber Pantin, Chris Malbas, Hector Regalado and Michael Smorowski. Also in the photo is Capt. Jack Russell (second from right). Any student who has registered for a class and finds—for whatever reason—that he or she cannot attend, please inform the admissions department so that another student may take that place. Seafarers LOG 23 �24753_P1,3,24 cx.qxd 9/24/2004 8:03 PM Page 24 Volume 66, Number 10 October 2004 2=E D ... ... ... President Bush last month issued the following statement: President Bush understands the maritime industry has long played a vital role in our nation’s commerce and defense. Safe, reliable and efficient marine transportation of goods and passengers is essential to sustaining growth in the U.S. economy and to our international trade. In time of war or national emergency, the U.S. military depends on shipping and seafarers drawn from the U.S.-flag commercial fleet to deploy our military overseas and, once deployed, to transport the supplies necessary for them to fight, and win anywhere in the world. A strong maritime industry, however, requires more than just a U.S.-flag merchant marine capable of transporting the country’s waterborne commerce and of maintaining a U.S.-flag presence in international trade. It requires a base of trained and experienced seafarers to man those ships. It requires a shipbuilding and repair industry capable of building and repairing the vessels necessary to sustain that commerce. And it requires a national maritime infrastructure—ports, waterways and inter-modal connections—capable of handling that commerce. To compete in the global economy of the 21st century, President Bush believes the United States needs a maritime policy tailored to 21st century needs. Programs that have contributed to the growth of our domestic fleet, such as the Jones Act, and those that guarantee inter-modal cargo lift and management services when needed in times of crisis or conflict, such as the Maritime Security Program, should be maintained. Additionally, President Bush will vigorously pursue negotiations aimed at ending international practices that disadvantage our industry. In his second term, President Bush will seek to provide the conditions under which the American maritime industry can compete and grow in the 21st century. He will support a revitalized industry that creates jobs and is a competitive transportation option in both foreign and domestic markets. � 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/. 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Title A name given to the resource October 2004 Description An account of the resource HEADLINES SIU SAFETY DIRECTORS EXAMINE NEW U.S. MARITIME REGULATIONS SEAFARERS TO CREW UP U.S. MILITARY SUPPORT SHIPS HEALTH NETWORK AGREEMENT OFFERS MANY ADVANTAGES TRANSPORTATION SECRETARY CREDITS SIU CREWS FOR HELPING FIGHT FIRE ON USNS SHUGHART STREET-SMART OFFICIAL ED PULVER REMEMBERED AS CARING LEADER HOMELAND SECURITY DEPT. ANNOUNCES $49 MILLION IN PORT SECURITY GRANTS U.S. MAJOR GENERAL DUNWOODY ASSUMES COMMAND AT CASCOM SEALIFT SIU MEMBERS DELIVER FOR U.S. TROOPS SIU-CREWED POMEROY COMPLETES FIFTH TRIP IN SUPPORT OF OIF BURIAL AT SEA CONDUCTED FOR BROTHER ANTHONY BECK PRESIDENT BUSH LAST MONTH ISSUED THE FOLLOWING STATEMENT: Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Seafarers Log Digital Copies 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 10/01/2004 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. 66, No. 10 2004 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/775cff5318b4769ecfe943799cede4ac.pdf d706e9e559a554715036d291eb910981 PDF Text Text 32578p1,2,3,9,12,13,17,r4.qxd 9/28/2005 7:30 PM Page 1 Volume 67, Number 10 October 2005 SIU Helps Deliver Relief As Nation Faces Crisis, Seafarers Answer the Call SIU members were among the first to engage in relief operations following Hurricane Katrina’s devastating tear through the U.S. Gulf Coast. Seafarers already on the scene in New Orleans provided fuel, shelter and makeshift medical facilities. Others crewed up RRF ships that were mobilized for hurricane relief. The union quickly established a relief fund and also offered the use of its hiring hall in Mobile, Ala. for assistance in AFL-CIO relief operations. Pages 2, 3, 12, 13. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) LEFT: Flood waters from Hurricane Katrina fill the streets near downtown New Orleans on Aug. 30. Hurricane Katrina did extensive damage when it made landfall a day earlier. BELOW: The Seafarers-crewed hospital ship USNS Comfort pulls into Naval Station Mayport, Fla., to take on supplies en route to aid victims of Hurricane Katrina. (AP Photo/ Steve Ruark) RIGHT: The SIU-crewed SS Wright, part of the Ready Reserve Force, prepares to leave Baltimore for New Orleans, where it was expected to house more than 300 workers and support helicopters aiding in the relief effort. INSIDE Federation Approves Solidarity Charters Page 5 Safety Directors Train at Piney Point Page 8 Snapshots from the Great Lakes Page 24 ABOVE: In the first days after the hurricane, employees at SIU headquarters and at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education donated enough supplies to fill 11 pallets. Union Welcomes New Ships, Jobs The SIU recently welcomed several positive developments concerning new shipboard job opportunities for Seafarers as well as the preservation of existing jobs. Those events include the expansion of the U.S. Maritime Security Program (whose fleet includes the SIU-crewed Green Lake, below); Maritrans’ announcement that the company is building new ATBs; Maersk Line, Ltd.’s new contract to operate fast sealift ships; and Ocean Ships’ new agreement for operation of the T-5 tankers. Pages 2, 3, 4. LEFT: The USNS Pollux welcomed personnel from a local hospital who desperately needed power, not to mention a dry space. SIU Labor Secretary Chao Tours Paul Hall Center U.S. Secretary of Labor Elaine L. Chao, an ardent backer of the U.S. Merchant Marine, toured the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education following her address to the United Industrial Workers convention August 30. She is pictured here (seventh from left) along with SIU President Michael Sacco (fourth from right) with students at the Paul Hall Center’s Joseph Sacco Fire Fighting and Safety School. More photos of the tour are on page 7. UIW convention coverage appears on page 6. �32578p1,2,3,9,12,13,17,r4.qxd 9/26/2005 7:58 AM Page 2 Expanded MSP Begins President’s Report Once Again, Seafarers Deliver As this issue of the LOG went to press, our nation was holding its collective breath while Hurricane Rita veered into the Gulf. On the heels of Hurricane Katrina, forecasters took a cautious approach, saying the newer storm eventually might hit areas already battered by Katrina—but then again, it might not. Regardless, I think all Americans shared the same thought when news of Rita surfaced: Our brothers and sisters in the Gulf already are hurting. No more hurricanes! Michael Sacco And yet, our nation will battle through Rita if needed, just as we are responding with sacrifice and dedication as America starts recovering from the massive Katrina. Because of the loss of life and enormous damage in sections of Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama, that hurricane brought all of us together as fellow Americans—just as we were four years ago when America was attacked. Yes, there is ongoing controversy about some of the initial relief efforts—but no one can ignore the outpouring of kindness and generosity from all across the United States and from many of our international allies, including the International Transport Workers’ Federation and the SIU of Canada. Americans have responded with normal relief efforts but also with unconventional, over-and-above tactics. Cities throughout the nation offered transportation, shelter and fresh starts for those who lost everything. Rank-and-file workers, many of them our fellow trade unionists, sacrificed vacation time and income to join in the Gulf-area recovery and rebuilding. I’m proud to say that the SIU has been a positive contributor to those ongoing efforts, every step of the way. Our members aboard Ready Reserve Force ships stationed in New Orleans were among the first to offer shelter and other aid, even before government relief workers could travel to the affected areas. Seafarers also crewed up other RRF ships along with training vessels and the hospital ship USNS Comfort that have been deployed to aid in the recovery. Many of our port officials and manpower office staff came to work throughout a holiday weekend to help ensure timely crewing of the vessels that were activated and mobilized. It may seem like a small sacrifice when looking at the big picture, but it didn’t go unnoticed—and it helped make a difference in the lives of Katrina’s victims. Additionally, a number of employees at SIU headquarters and at our affiliated Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education took the initiative and donated relief items. We invited the AFL-CIO to use our union hall in Mobile as a “Workers’ Center,” part of the federation’s relief efforts. The union itself quickly established a relief fund specifically intended for Seafarers, SIU retirees and employees and their families, as well as for our affiliated unions, the United Industrial Workers and the Seafarers Entertainment and Allied Trades Union. I encourage each member to donate to the relief efforts, whether it goes to the Seafarers Disaster Relief Fund, the American Red Cross, the Union Community Fund, the Bush-Clinton Katrina Fund or another charitable outlet of your choice. No donation is too small. I extend my sympathy and prayers to the hurricane victims and their families. I offer my heartfelt admiration to all those who have helped in the relief efforts. Most of all, I salute the Seafarers who once again have come through with flying colors in the face of a national crisis. Anyone who knows our history knows that the SIU always has been a reliable part of America’s fourth arm of defense. We earned our solid reputation beginning in World War II and have built upon it ever since, right through to the present in Operations Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom. And now, in relief efforts for Hurricane Katrina. We were chartered in 1938, and our world, of course, has seen many changes since then. But at least one thing has remained the same: Then and now, America can count on the SIU. Volume 67, Number 10 October 2005 The SIU on line: www.seafarers.org The Seafarers LOG (ISSN 1086-4636) is published monthly by the Seafarers International Union; Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District/NMU, AFL-CIO; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, MD 20746. Telephone (301) 8990675. Periodicals postage paid at Southern Maryland 20790-9998. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the Seafarers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. Communications Director, Jordan Biscardo; Managing Editor/Production, Deborah A. Hirtes; Associate Editor, Jim Guthrie; Art, Bill Brower; Administrative Support, Misty Dobry. Copyright © 2005 Seafarers International Union, AGLIWD All Rights Reserved. 2 Seafarers LOG SIU Gains 13 Ships in New Program October marks the start of the renewed, expanded U.S. Maritime Security Program (MSP)—a vital component of America’s national defense capabilities. As reported early this year, the SIU gains 13 additional ships under the new MSP, which lasts from 2005-2016. The updated MSP fleet includes 60 vessels overall, an increase of 13 ships compared to the MSP set to expire at the end of September. Each of the 13 additions to the MSP fleet is operated by an SIU-contracted company. Meanwhile, the 47 Seafarerscrewed vessels already enrolled in the MSP remain in the new program. President Bush authorized the expanded MSP as part of a Defense bill that he signed in late 2003. The program initially was established through the Maritime Security Act of 1996. It helps retain “a labor base of skilled American mariners who are available to crew the U.S. Government-owned strategic sealift fleet, as well as the U.S. commercial fleet, both in peace and war,” noted the U.S. Maritime Administration. The 13 new MSP slots are assigned to OSG Shipholding Group (three ships), Central Gulf (one), Fidelio (ARC) (four), Liberty Global Logistics (one), Lykes Lines (two), and Patriot (two). Overall, the awards are as follows, with the company name followed by the vessels: APL Marine Services, Ltd. — APL Korea, APL Philippines, APL Singapore, APL Thailand, President Adams, President Jackson, APL China, President Polk and President Truman. Central Gulf Lines, Inc.— Green Cove, Green Point, Green Lake and Hercules Leader. American Auto Carriers, Inc.—Liberty. Fidelio Limited Partnership —Patriot, Freedom, Takasago, Resolve, Otello and Aida. Farrell Lines Inc.— Chesapeake Bay, Delaware Bay, Endeavor, Endurance and Enterprise. Liberty Global Logistics, LLC—Alliance New York. Lykes Lines Limited, LLC— Lykes Navigator, Lykes Discoverer, Lykes Liberator, Lykes Motivator and Tmm Yucatan. Maersk Line, Limited— Maersk Missouri, Maersk Virginia, Maersk Georgia, Maersk Carolina, Sealand Achiever, Sealand Florida, Sealand Pride, Sealand Motivator, Sealand Commitment, Sealand Atlantic, Sealand Charger, Maersk Alabama, Sealand Lightning, Sealand Meteor, Maersk Arkansas, Sealand Intrepid, Sealand Comet, Sealand Performance and Sealand Quality. OSG Shipholding Group, Inc.—Overseas Joyce, Maersk Rapier, Maersk Regent and Maersk Richmond. Patriot Shipping, LLC— Industrial Challenger and Industrial Chief. Waterman Steamship Corporation—P&O Nedlloyd Vera Cruz, Atlantic Forest, Green Dale and P&O Nedlloyd Buenos Aires. In announcing the operating contract awards early this year, the Maritime Administration noted, The SIU-crewed Patriot is part of the U.S. Maritime Security Program fleet. “The MSP serves to maintain a7n active, privately owned, U.S.-flag and U.S.-crewed liner fleet in international trade. This fleet also is available to support the Department of Defense sustainment in a contingency.” Support for the program has been widespread, including from the top levels of government and the military. In October 2000, President Bush noted, “In time of war or national emergency, the U.S. military depends on shipping and seafarers drawn from the U.S.-flag commercial fleet to deploy our military overseas and, once deployed, to transport the supplies necessary for them to fight, and win anywhere in the world. . . . Programs . . . that guarantee intermodal cargo lift and management services when needed in times of crisis or conflict, such as the Maritime Security Program, should be maintained.” In 2002, the head of the United States Transportation Command (TRANSCOM) urged Congress to reauthorize the MSP. U.S. Air Force General John W. Handy told Congress, “I wholeheartedly support reauthorization of MSP beyond expiration of the current authority on September 30, 2005. The MSP is a vital element of our military’s strategic sealift and global response capability. As we look at operations on multiple fronts in support of the war on terrorism, it is clear that our limited defense resources will increasingly rely on partnerships with industry to maintain the needed capability and capacity to meet our most demanding wartime scenarios. That makes MSP reauthorization even more important as we look toward the future.” MSP ships—and crews—continue to play important roles in supporting Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom. Maritrans to Build 3 ATBs Seafarers-contracted Maritrans Inc. last month announced that it has signed a contract with Bender Shipbuilding & Repair Co., Inc. to build three new articulated tugbarge (ATB) units, each having a carrying capacity of 335,000 barrels. Each barge will be connected to a 12,000 horsepower tugboat utilizing the latest version of the Intercon connection system. The company also announced that it has signed a long-term volume contract for lightering services with Sunoco Inc. Maritrans estimates that approximately 70 percent of the annual total barrels lightered by the company will be fulfilled through the Sunoco contract, while the remaining volume will be delivered to other Maritrans lightering customers on the Delaware River. Construction of the three new vessels will take place at both the Bender Shipbuilding facility in Mobile, Ala. and at their affiliated company, the Tampa Bay Shipbuilding & Repair Company, in Tampa, Fla. Maritrans estimates that the total cost of construction, including owner furnished equipment, will be approximately $77.5 million for each tug-barge unit. Maritrans expects to take delivery of the first unit in October 2007, with the remaining two vessels slated for delivery seven months apart in May and December of 2008, respectively. With the addition of the three units, Maritrans will become not only the largest owner/operator of vessels in its class size, but will also be the largest tug and barge U.S. coastwise operator based on carrying capacity. “Maritrans has a well-earned reputation for safety, and certainly their SIU crews share in both the credit for that reputation as well as the responsibility to uphold it,” stated SIU Vice President Contracts Augie Tellez. “Along those same lines, the announcement that they’re building three new ATBs reflects well on the crew members, because companies don’t make that type of investment without having confidence in their shipboard manpower.” Jonathan Whitworth, chief executive officer of Maritrans, commented, “We are extremely pleased to announce that Maritrans is building three of the largest and most modern tugbarge units in the Jones Act fleet and entering into a long-term contract with Sunoco. Today’s announcements not only demonstrate our commitment to execute on our strategic growth initiatives outlined earlier in the year, but they also strengthen our relationship with two important strategic partners … while positioning the company to take advantage of strong long-term lightering demand in the Delaware Bay region.” October 2005 �32578p1,2,3,9,12,13,17,r4.qxd 9/28/2005 6:34 PM Page 3 SIU Delivers Katrina Relief Seafarers Mobilize Ships, Union Establishes Fund From the earliest moments after Hurricane Katrina devastated parts of the Gulf Coast states, hundreds of SIU members sprang into action, providing help in many different ways. Seafarers already in the affected areas joined forces with the U.S. Coast Guard and other government entities, providing shelter on Ready Reserve Force ships. SIU members crewed up several other RRF vessels and training ships that were sent to New Orleans, and members of the union’s Government Services Division helped mobilize the hospital ship USNS Comfort, which also was deployed for relief operations. The SIU-crewed USNS Pollux, in reduced operating status near New Orleans, provided some of the first assistance available, well before relief agencies could reach the area (see separate story, page 12). Meanwhile, the SIU quickly established a relief fund for members, pensioners, employees and Employees at SIU headquarters in Camp Springs, Md. (above) and at the union-affiliated Paul Hall Center donated clothing, food items and more in the days following the flooding in New Orleans. their families, as well as for members from the SIU-affiliated United Industrial Workers (UIW) and Seafarers Entertainment and Allied Trades Union (SEATU). (Information on that fund and others is listed separately on this page.) The union also donated use of part of its hall in Mobile, Ala. as an AFL-CIO “Workers’ Center” —one component of the federation’s disaster relief efforts. Additionally, employees at SIU headquarters in Camp Springs, Md. and at the union’s affiliated Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md. donated clothing, food items and toiletries immediately after the flooding in New Orleans. Altogether, they collected 11 pallets of material that was shipped to the Gulf Coast. Due to widespread damage and disrupted communications, there is no practical way for now to completely account for the fate of each member and pensioner in the areas hit by Katrina. However, the union as of late September was unaware of any SIU fatalities related to the hurricane. Property damage is another story. According to SIU port officials in New Orleans and Mobile, some members, pensioners and employees escaped with little or no harm to their respective homes. Others lost everything, while still others experienced substantial—but not total—loss. The union estimates that approximately 1,300 SIU members reside in the affected areas along with nearly 600 SIU pensioners. Two SIU halls directly were affected by the hurricane. The facility in Harvey, La. (near New Orleans) sustained roof damage Continued on page 12 The Seafarers-crewed hospital ship USNS Comfort moors at the port of Pascagoula, Miss. before proceeding to New Orleans, where it is providing medical assistance to the victims of Hurricane Katrina. Please be advised that SIU headquarters and all SIU hiring halls will be closed Friday, Nov. 11, 2005 for the observance of Veterans Day and Thursday, Nov. 24, 2005 for the observance of Thanksgiving Day (unless an emergency arises). Normal business hours will resume the following workday. October 2005 How You Can Help Other Opportunities to Donate Seafarers Disaster Relief Fund The union has established a disaster relief fund for members, pensioners, employees and family members of the SIU as well as our affiliated unions the United Industrial Workers (UIW) and the Seafarers Entertainment and Allied Trades Union (SEATU). Donations may be sent to: Seafarers Disaster Relief Fund c/o Secretary-Treasurer’s Office Seafarers International Union 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 American Red Cross http://www.redcross.org/ 1-800-HELP-NOW (1-800-435-7669) Union Community Fund https://secure.ga3.org/08/UCF_Katrina_Relief? (also accessible via www.aflcio.org) Bush-Clinton Katrina Fund http://www.bushclintonkatrinafund.org/ Other Red Cross Resources Seafarers also may make a one-time donation to the fund from their vacation check, via a special check-off. Vacation applications and check-off forms are available at all SIU halls. Also, cash donations to the fund are being accepted at all SIU halls. Anyone making a cash donation will receive a receipt. Please note that because the fund is limited to our union brothers and sisters (along with the rest of those mentioned above), donations are not taxdeductible. Also please note that in order to be eligible for the fund, active Seafarers must have at least 30 days’ shipping in the last 12 months and also must be in good standing. For more information about the fund, contact headquarters at (301) 899-0675, extension 4438. An application form for those individuals requesting assistance through the Seafarers Disaster Relief Fund—in PDF format—is available online at the following link: http://www.seafarers.org/members/SDRFapplication05.pdf A check-off authorization form, also in PDF format, is available at the following link: http://www.seafarers.org/members/CheckoffAuthorizationSDRF.pdf Copies of both forms have been sent to all SIU halls. If you would like to receive a copy of the application or check-off authorization via fax, please contact your union hall or the headquarters number and extension listed above. This fund will be used, on a continuing basis, to provide assistance to members, pensioners, employees and family members of the SIU, SEATU and the UIW who find themselves in need of emergency financial assistance due to an unexpected disaster or crisis. Evacuees may call 1-800-975-7585 for information on disaster assistance “Family Links Registry” (also called Find a Missing Loved One): 1-877-568-3317 Other AFL-CIO Resources For Hurricane Katrina survivors and volunteers: 1-877-235-2469 Workers’ Centers (for job information, access to computers and basic relief) Harris County Central Labor Council 2506 Sutherland Street Houston, Texas 77023 (713) 923-9473 United Association of Pipe Fitters 1060 Commercial Park Drive Pearl, Mississippi 39208 (601) 664-3897 Seafarers International Union 1640 Dauphin Island Parkway Mobile, Alabama 36605 (251) 478-0162 Hurricane Katrina Official Government Website http://www.firstgov.gov/Citizen/Topics/PublicSaf ety/Hurricane_Katrina_Recovery.shtml U.S. Coast Guard Site with Katrina-Related Links and Phone Numbers http://www.uscg.mil/katrina/ Ocean Ships, Inc. to Operate T-5 Tankers The U.S. Military Sealift Command (MSC) recently awarded the operating contract for four of the T-5 Tankers to SIU-contracted Ocean Ships, Inc. (OSI) of Houston, Texas. The vessels are the double-hull, icestrengthened petroleum products tankers USNS Paul Buck, USNS Samuel Cobb, USNS Lawrence Gianella and USNS Richard Matthiesen. This contract was awarded to OSI on what is known as a “best value basis” under an MSC classification called a small business set-aside. The T-5 Tankers were constructed in 1985 and 1986 under a build and time charter contract awarded to OSI, and the Seafarers have manned these ships from their inaugural voyages. Over the 20-year time charter period, these vessels were available for “on hire” service to MSC 99.5 percent of the time, and there have been no cargo oil spills, according to OSI. In 2003, the Navy purchased the tankers from the shipowners. The fifth ship in the series, M/V Gus Darnell, has been sold to U.S. Shipping and continues to be crewed by SIU members. Two of the tankers, the Gianella and Matthiesen, are equipped with Modular Fuel Delivery Systems for underway replenishment of naval combat ships. T-5 tankers have been involved in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom, Enduring Freedom, and Desert Storm. The dedicated contribution of the Seafarers in those missions was commended in a letter to OSI by General John Handy, commander of TRANSCOM. In addition, the tankers have been operated in the ice-bound waters of Greenland and Antarctica. Each year, for 20 years now, a T-5 tanker has resupplied the scientific mission of the National Science Foundation in McMurdo Sound, Antarctica. The Lawrence Gianella (left) and Samuel Cobb (right), pictured this past July in Thule, Greenland, are part of the T-5 tanker fleet operated by SIU-contracted Ocean Ships, Inc. In these photos, the vessels are participating in an annual resupply mission for MSC known as Operation Pacer Goose. Seafarers LOG 3 �32578p1,2,3,9,12,13,17,r4.qxd 9/26/2005 7:30 AM Page 4 Maersk to Operate Fast Sealift Ships MSC Agreement Signals Job Retention for SIU Members The U.S. Navy’s Military Sealift Command (MSC) has awarded a contract to Maersk Line, Ltd. of Norfolk, Va. for the operation and maintenance of eight Seafarers-crewed fast sealift ships. Like the vessels’ previous operator, Maersk is an SIU-contracted company. According to MSC, “The contract is valued at $26 million for its initial year and includes four one-year options that, if exercised, would bring the total value of the contract to $135 million. Under this contract, Maersk will be responsible for providing qualified ship officers and crews to operate the ships, as well as the technical support and supplies needed to maintain them.” These ships—the fastest cargo ships in the world, traveling at speeds of up to 30 knots or more —are used for the rapid deployment of U.S. military equipment or humanitarian aid supplies to contingency sites around the world. They have been utilized during Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom, and they were a major asset during the Persian Gulf War. The ships that fall under this contract are the USNS Algol, USNS Altair, USNS Antares, USNS Bellatrix, USNS Capella, USNS Denebola, USNS Pollux Notice Union’s Duluth Operations Consolidate into Joliet Hall Effective Oct. 1, 2005, the SIU office in Duluth, Minn. will be consolidated into the SIU hall in Joliet, Ill. Contact information for the Joliet hall is as follows: 10 East Clinton St. Joliet, IL 60432 Telephone (815) 723-8002 Records for members previously shipping from Duluth will be housed in the Joliet hall. For more information, please call the phone number listed above. For a complete list of SIU halls, see page 16. and USNS Regulus. Ordinarily, the vessels are maintained pierside in reduced operating status at U.S. East Coast and Gulf ports. When needed, they can be activated and under way in less than 96 hours, ready to deliver the supplies needed for military or humanitarian crises anywhere in the world. In fact, the Pollux recently played a key early role in helping provide relief after Hurricane Katrina near New Orleans. (See story beginning on page 3.) The fast sealift ships were built as containerships but have been converted and given rollon/roll-off features, cranes and a series of decks connected by ramps so that vehicles can be driven in and out of storage areas for rapid loading and unloading. On an average day, MSC operates more than 110 noncombatant, civilian-crewed ships that replenish U.S. Navy ships at sea, The SIU-crewed USNS Antares loads 138,000 square feet of equipment in the port of Charleston, S.C. in early June. chart ocean bottoms, conduct undersea surveillance and strategically preposition combat cargo Seafarers-crewed fast sealift ships support U.S. troops wherever and whenever needed. In this U.S. Navy photo from last year in Kuwait, a U.S. Marine Corps field artillery ammunition supply vehicle is offloaded from the SIUcrewed USNS Bellatrix. General Handy Joins Horizon Lines U. S. Air Force Gen. John W. Handy, retiring commander of the United States Transportation Command (TRANSCOM) and the United States Air Mobility Command, will affiliate with SIU-contracted Horizon Lines, TRANSCOM announced last month. He will work directly with Charles G. (Chuck) Raymond, who is chairman, president and CEO of Horizon Lines. General Handy, an outspoken advocate of the U.S. Merchant Marine who has headed the two military transportation commands, retired last month, following a distinguished 39-year career in the U.S. Air Force. He has served for more than four years as Commanding General of TRANSCOM, the single transportation manager for air, land and sea transportation for the Department of Defense. In describing his role at Horizon Lines, General Handy said, “In carrying out my military responsibilities, I have been quite impressed with the customer focus and delivery reliability at Horizon Lines. Chuck Raymond and his team have taken the company to new service levels and I am excited to have the opportunity to contribute to Horizon’s growth.” “John Handy will contribute in many ways to the strengthening of Horizon Lines and to the capabilities we offer our customers today and for the future,” Raymond said. “He has been a forceful and creative leader at the U.S. Transportation Command and a bold and steady supporter of the U.S. Merchant Marine who has consistently spoken out for a strong U. S.-flag fleet to support the defense of our country.” Commenting on General 4 Seafarers LOG at sea around the world. Many of those vessels are crewed by SIU members. Trainee Commandant Gilliland Dies at 57 U. S. Air Force General John W. Handy was quick to credit U.S. mariners during his tenure as commander of TRANSCOM. Having retired from the agency, he will work with Horizon Lines. Handy’s announcement for a TRANSCOM news release, SIU President Michael Sacco said, “We at the Seafarers International Union are thrilled to see General Handy working with Horizon Lines. Horizon has the heritage of Sea-Land, the strength of our maritime legacy and the leadership to play a significant role in the defense of our nation. John Handy has always reached out to labor to partner in creative ways and has our deepest respect. As a labor partner with Horizon Lines we welcome this American hero to our fold.” General Handy is a graduate of Methodist College of Fayetteville, N.C., earned his master’s degree in Systems Management from the University of Southern California, attended the John F. Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University and received his Honorary Doctor of Humanities from Methodist College (1992). In November, General Handy will be a recipient of the Admiral of the Ocean Sea award. Tom Gilliland, commandant of trainees at the Seafarers-affiliated Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md., passed away Sept. 4 following a stroke. He was 57. “He touched the lives of so many trainees,” said Bart Rogers, manpower director at the Southern Maryland-based maritime institution. “Tom always believed that each trainee would be successful with the right leadership, and he worked tirelessly to that end. It was his belief that no obstacle was too large that it could not be overcome. “You don’t replace a man like Tom,” Rogers concluded. “You learn from him.” Paul Hall Center Vice President Don Nolan remembered Gilliland as someone who “truly cared about people and went out of his way to help. He was devoted to his job and he certainly will be missed.” J.C. Wiegman, assistant director of training at the Paul Hall Center, said Gilliland emphasized “respect for yourself and others, and responsibility for all of your actions. That’s what he preached to the trainees. “He was salty from his time in the Navy, but he always provided those apprentices with steady guidance and an even keel.” Born in Washington, D.C., Gilliland was a veteran of the U.S. Navy. He served 25 years and rose to the rank of senior chief petty officer. Among his military decorations were the National Defense Medal and several Vietnam service medals. He was a naval instructor, first class Navy diver, tug captain, and landing craft utility captain. Gilliland held a captain’s license of 100 tons near coastal and was a specially trained search and rescue expert. He joined the staff of the Paul Hall Center in May 1990 and dedicated the next 15 years of his life serving as a deck instructor. He once conduct- Tom Gilliland, the late commandant of trainees at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md., briefed students earlier this year during an indoor formation. ed lifeboat training aboard the old cruise ships Independence and Constitution in Honolulu over the Christmas holiday, stepping forward to help meet an immediate need for such instruction. Gilliland most recently served as commandant of trainees at the Paul Hall Center, assuming command in March of this year. It was in this position that he particularly is credited with making a huge difference. Gilliland is survived by his wife, Dawn; two daughters, Eva Marie Connelly of Jacksonville, Fla., and Kelly Marie Castle of Lexington Park, Md.; two brothers, Charles Gilliland of Altoona, Pa., and Michael Gilliland of Johnstown, Pa.; and two grandchildren, Sara Marie and Annabella Grace. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Rick and Norman Gilliland. A private memorial service was conducted by Gilliland’s family members shortly after his death. The trainees and staff of the Paul Hall Center on Sept. 18 said their goodbyes to Gilliland during a special tribute ceremony in his honor at the school. October 2005 �32578p5,6,10,15,16,18.qxd 9/28/2005 8:48 PM Page 5 AFL-CIO OKs ‘Solidarity Charters’ Action Allows Locals to Participate In Labor Councils, State Federations The AFL-CIO executive council last month approved a proposal by the federation’s president, John Sweeney, to provide for continued participation of disaffiliated unions in state federations and central labor councils through Solidarity Charters. Under Solidarity Charters, if a local union of a disaffiliated union wants to be part of a united local movement in their city and state, they can apply to be part of the central labor council or state federation. Three unions—the Teamsters, UFCW and SEIU— disaffiliated from the AFL-CIO in July. Local unions who are part of these unions and the Carpenters are all eligible for Solidarity Charters. (As this issue of the LOG went to press, another union, UNITE-HERE, also reportedly was set to leave the federation. That defection was taking place after the executive council action on Solidarity Charters.) They will sign up with the same level of membership they had before their union left the AFL-CIO, or sign up at the average membership level for that city or state, whichever is higher. They also will pay a 10 percent solidarity fee to the labor council or state federation to help offset the cost of services and mobilization systems provided by the national AFL-CIO and supported by its affiliated unions. The solidarity fee will go into the Solidarity Fund, which was established during the federation’s July convention and helps support local bodies affected by the unions’ decision to leave the federation. In a recent letter signed by officials from various state labor federations and central labor councils, union leaders wrote: “The very concept of allowing continued participation in our local central bodies by unions which have disaffiliated from the national AFL-CIO is as unprecedented as it is important.” Sweeney on Aug. 11 initially announced the new proposal for Solidarity Charters. “It’s not these locals’ fault that their national unions left the AFL-CIO, and it’s not working peoples’ fault. They shouldn’t have to bear the brunt of a decision by their leadership,” said Sweeney. “Solidarity Charters will allow unions to work together and let working people still benefit from a united grassroots movement that works for good jobs, health care, and a voice in issues that matter to them.” The AFL-CIO came up with the Solidarity Charters after locals of disaffiliated unions contacted the national AFL-CIO during the weeks since its convention and expressed a desire to remain in the AFL-CIO at the local level. The AFL-CIO Constitution is clear that if a union leaves the national AFLCIO, they also leave the AFLCIO at the local level. However, delegates to the AFL-CIO convention in late July discussed the need to find a creative solution to support the grassroots labor movement. “These Solidarity Charters will allow unions in New York to continue to work together and maintain a united front to fight for working people’s issues,” said Denis Hughes, president of the New York State AFL-CIO. “I’m pleased that our locals have this unique option.” Locals who receive Solidarity Charters will need to honor basic principles of solidarity. They will agree not to raid their brother and sister unions, participate fully in the local political mobilization efforts, and support other working people in their area who are on strike, organizing, or in other AFL-CIO President John Sweeney struggles. Unions will have the same voting rights as other locals—except that members of unions with a Solidarity Charter can’t hold top offices, although individuals already in office can finish out their terms. Interfaith Worker Justice Meeting ITF Slams New Iraqi Crackdown on Unions The International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) has condemned a new decree in Iraq that the federation said crushes trade unions’ right to operate free of government interference or harassment. The decree, passed on Aug. 7, revokes decisions taken on union rights by Iraq’s provisional government and permits the control and confiscation of trade union monies by the current authorities, the ITF stated. The pronouncement also states that the right to carry out union activities is to be reviewed. In a letter dated Aug. 24, ITF General Secretary David Cockroft told Iraqi Prime Minister Ibrahim Al Jaafari, “We are concerned that control of Iraqi trade unions’ monies might lead to the weakening of the Iraqi unions’ capabilities. This is considered a clear breach of the International Labor Organization (ILO) core labor standards on freedom of association and a direct attack on human rights in Iraq.” He also called on the government to discuss any future review of trade union activities with the unions themselves and raised concerns that laws dating from 1987, forbidding union organization in the public sector, remain in place. Cockroft pledged to raise these issues with the ILO through the International Confederation of Free Trade Unions. Commenting on the situation, Bilal Malkawi of the ITF Arab World Offices said, “While the ITF, Global Union Federations, and many international trade ITF General Secretary David Cockroft union organizations are working intensively to support Iraqi workers, the government is taking this action instead of helping unions to face the challenges ahead. I am really shocked by these measures, but I know for sure that the Iraqi unions are in a strong enough position to keep moving forward.” High Cost of Medical Premiums Is Astounding The soaring costs of health care was one of the chief topics at the UIW convention, held last month in Piney Point, Md., just as it has been in offices and board rooms across the country. Higher co-pays and deductibles are now a fact of life for the overwhelming majority of Americans who have health insurance, noted SIU SecretaryTreasurer David Heindel during an address to the UIW convention. More than 45 million (including 12 million children) are without any coverage at all, and many of these uninsured Americans do have full-time jobs or have someone in their immediate family who does. The problem is that a majority of the uninsured are not offered benefits through their employers. Heindel said that, like countless other organizations, the SIU and UIW are making adjustments to their health plans and taking the necessary steps to ensure that their memberships have access to health care. The Kaiser Family Foundation reported last month that premiums continue to rise much faster than overall inflation and wage growth. The foundation, which specializes in health care research, stat- October 2005 ed that premiums increased 9.2 percent between spring 2004 and spring 2005, while the average employee saw only a 2.7 percent increase in wages. And while the rate of growth was only slightly lower than last year, when it was in the double digits, it still means that premiums are going up three times faster than wages. These high rates are taking a toll not only on individuals, but also on unions and corporations and other employers. Seattle-based Starbucks Corp., for example, is expected to pay more on health insurance this year for its 80,000 U.S. employees (it has about 100,000 employees worldwide) than it will on materials needed to brew its coffee. Howard Schultz, CEO of Starbucks, said that the company expects to spend about $200 million this year for health care for its U.S. employees—more than the total amount it spends on green coffee from Africa, Indonesia and other countries. He urged congressional leaders to put this issue at the top of their agenda. The labor-backed organization Interfaith Worker Justice conducted its board of directors meeting Sept. 12-13 at the SIU hall in Houston. Seafarer Sinclair Oubre, head of the Apostleship of the Sea of the United States, serves on the board. The meeting addressed several key concerns, including establishment of a committee of religious leaders who can monitor the redevelopment of New Orleans and other areas affected by Hurricane Katrina. The board also discussed the need to protect laws covering U.S.-flag shipping and wage standards. Pictured at the meeting are (seated, from left) Fr. Oubre, Rev. Nelson Johnson, Edith Rasell, Charese Jordan, Imam Mahdi Bray, (middle row) Rev. Jim Sessions, Kristi Sanford, Elisabeth Solomon, Kim Bobo, Monroe Sullivan, Bill Quigley, (back row) Rev. Chris Lockard, Thom Shellabarger, Bob Hulteen, Bob DeRose and Jeff Korgen. On its web site, Interfaith Worker Justice states that it “calls upon our religious values in order to educate, organize, and mobilize the religious community in the U.S. on issues and campaigns that will improve wages, benefits, and working conditions for workers, especially low-wage workers.” Among Firms Not Offering Health Benefits, Reasons for Not Offering, 2005 Very Important Somewhat Important Not Too Important Not At All Important Don’t Know 73% 13% 5% 9% <1% Employees Covered Elsewhere 33 26 13 25 3 High Turnover 16 13 23 49 0 Obtain Good Employees Without Offering a Health Plan 22 32 18 27 2 Administrative Hassle 14 29 25 28 3 Firm Too Newly Established 2 9 9 80 0 Firm Is Too Small 52 21 9 19 0 Firm Has Seriously Ill Employee 4 6 5 82 3 High Premiums Source: Kaiser/HRET Survey of Employer-Sponsored Health Benefits, 2005 Seafarers LOG 5 �32578p5,6,10,15,16,18.qxd 9/27/2005 12:53 PM Page 6 UIW Sets Organizing as Top Goal Convention Honors Victims and Heroes of September 11 Members of the SIU-affiliated United Industrial Workers (UIW), assembling Aug. 30-31 for their 12th quadrennial convention, designated organizing new members as their chief objective for the next four years. The UIW represents workers employed in manufacturing, service and government sectors. In Dr. James Fielder, Md. State Secretary of Labor Licensing & Regulation addition to delineating strategies for providing union representation to workers who currently are not members of labor organizations, convention delegates also reaffirmed their commitment to political action, outlined various goals and elected new officers. The mood of the event’s initial proceedings was somber and respectful as UIW President Michael Sacco, shortly after calling the convention to order, reflected back on the horrendous events which occurred on September 11, 2001—the opening day of the UIW’s previous conference. “I was right here, on this same stage. Obviously, it’s a morning that none of us will ever forget,” stated Sacco, who during the convention was reelected as UIW president. “In fact, when I sat down with some of the other officials and staff members to begin planning this current convention, we all immediately realized that we would have to start with 9-11. “It was one of the worst days in our nation’s history,” he continued. “The attacks that took place on that day re-shaped our country forever. We continue feeling the effects today. “And yet, when you look at how individual people and organizations like our own union responded to the attacks, there’s no question that it shows the good side of human nature. It shows that Americans can and will pull together. “For one thing,” Sacco said, “since September 11 itself, thousands of trade unionists—including UIW members and members of our parent union, the SIU— have answered our nation’s call for Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom…. UIW members and their families in the military reserves have served in Iraq and Afghanistan. SIU members have delivered the goods for our armed forces overseas, and Labor Secretary Lauds Union, School The Honorable Elaine Chao, U.S. Secretary of Labor, recently lauded the SIU-affiliated Paul Hall Center and the union for the quality-of-life upgrades each over the years has afforded individuals preparing for seafaring careers. The labor secretary gave the tributes Aug. 30 during remarks to the officers, delegates and rank-and-file members who were in attendance during the SIUaffiliated United Industrial Workers’ 12th quadrennial convention in Piney Point, Md. “It has been three years since the last time I visited Piney Point,” Chao told those in attendance, “and let me tell you, you have a first-rate training center, and it keeps getting better.” Making reference to the SIU trainees who were in attendance at the convention, the labor secretary offered, “It is so exciting to see these soon-to-be-graduates with such big smiles on their faces. That’s because they know that they’re in a great union and have great futures ahead of them. “I’ve been told that more than 10,000 workers have been trained since my last visit alone. And these workers are being placed in good-paying jobs with benefits. That is great news!” Secretary Chao said that it was fitting that the training center is named after Paul Hall. In addition to noting that Paul Hall founded the UIW and that he was inducted into the Department of Labor Hall of Fame in 2003, she pointed out that Hall fought for a better life for seafarers, a strengthened U.S. Merchant Marine, a stronger labor movement and better opportunities for young people and people of color. “And that legacy continues today with President (Michael) Sacco,” she said. “President Sacco has focused on a better life for all of his members and he has also taken a special interest in helping young people who have had a difficult start in life. He 6 Seafarers LOG Secretary of Labor Elaine Chao delivers remarks to the 12th quadrennial convention of the United Industrial Workers at the SIUaffiliated Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md. encourages them and provides them with not only the skills of the trade, but also the soft skills, which are so important for success in the workplace, so they can better themselves and the lives of their families. “That is a truly laudable and remarkable endeavor,” she continued. “And so I commend President Sacco, the Seafarers Union and the UIW for providing opportunities for those who need it most.” Secretary Chao stated that earlier this year—during the launch of the Pride of America cruise ship in New York City—she had an opportunity to meet some of the well-trained SIU members, all products of the Paul Hall Center. “As you know, this is the first brand-new U.S.-flagged passenger ship in nearly 50 years,” the secretary said. “So when her sister ship, the Pride of Hawaii, joins her in 2006, a total of three U.S.-flagged cruise ships will cruise Hawaii. And as you heard me say during the launching ceremony of the Pride of America, together these three ships will create 20,000 American jobs, of which 3,000-4,000 will be seafar- ers’ jobs. I want to say those jobs came about because of the leadership, the partnership and the determination of your president to secure these jobs for your members.” Turning her attention to homeland security, Secretary Chao reminded her audience of the horrible events of 9-11. “You held your last convention on September 11, 2001,” she said. “You have commemorated the innocent people who lost their lives four years ago with a special tribute—‘UIW Remembers.’ While many of you watched these developments unravel on television, your brothers and sisters in the Seafarers International Union were on the job. The Seafarers helped evacuate more than 160,000 people from Lower Manhattan and return them to their loved ones. “You should be so proud of the courageous chapter in our nation’s history that you and your brothers and sisters wrote on that pivotal day,” Secretary Chao said. “Those families—and America—will never forget what the Seafarers did on that day.” Recognizing the fashion in which Seafarers always have delivered the goods for our country, especially during time of conflict, the labor secretary said, “Since the mobilization for the war against terror began, the Seafarers have been there for our country—as they have been throughout our nation’s history. They, and members of the UIW, have served in the armed forces, reserves or National Guard. Others are crewing Ready Reserve vessels, delivering munitions, vehicles and rations wherever they are needed. “It is because of the service of your brothers and sisters in the Seafarers International Union that America sustains the strongest military force the world has ever known,” Secretary Chao concluded. “We are grateful for those sacrifices so that we may enjoy our freedom here and abroad.” Michael Sacco (standing), UIW president, and David Heindel, UIW Secretary-Treasurer they are continuing that mission even as we speak. Members from other unions also have answered the call, both in the reserves and in the merchant marine and in every branch of the armed forces.” Transitioning back to the business of the convention, Sacco noted that while there is no comparing the UIW’s current economic challenges with the tragedy of the terrorist attacks, he did see a parallel between what our nation faced on September 11 and what the UIW as a union currently faces. “After the attacks, our nation was wounded—down, but not out,” he stated. “Since then, we have rallied with incredible strength and bravery, making our nation and our world a safer place. “Economically, the labor movement faces its own life-anddeath struggle,” Sacco continued. “We in the UIW are right in the middle of it—under attack, along with our brothers and sisters throughout labor. These are tough times for unions. The first and most important way that we will turn it around is by organizing…. I am challenging every single official and every single delegate to walk the walk.” UIW National Director John Spadaro, elected to remain in his post for the next four years, echoed Sacco’s thoughts on organizing and added, “We must organize. Our very future depends on it.” Spadaro said that the history of the American labor movement is filled with examples of workers overcoming obstacles and achieving better lives for themselves and their families. Reflecting on the story of the late Cesar Chavez, Spadaro pointed out that the dedicated leader of Valerie Lilja AFL-CIO Union Plus Rep. John Spadaro UIW National Director the United Farm Workers faced a myriad of obstacles and had many opportunities to throw in the towel during his quest for better working conditions for his people. “For a time, he (Chavez) was homeless as a child, “Spadaro said. “As a young adult, his first attempts to unionize farm workers were turned down by his own Community Services Organization. Many more challenges followed, and they often were of such magnitude that Chavez could have been forgiven if he resigned himself to defeat. “Thank heaven he kept trying. As many of you know, he went on to become one of the most influential labor leaders in our nation’s history.” Spadaro then challenged those in attendance to step forward, take the organizing torch and run with it. “Every UIW member is a potential organizer, he said. “For example, when you are active in your community—and you make it a point to mention your union membership—you are serving as an organizer. That doesn’t mean that we need to discuss unions all the time, but by simply introducing the topic—whether you’re socializing with neighbors, or volunteering at church, or helping run a youth sports league—and by carrying yourself with dignity, you help promote growth in the labor movement.” He reminded shop stewards and other rank-and file members that they may be called upon to volunteer for specific UIW organizing campaigns. “Our union depends on shop stewards and other rank-and-file members to assist the regional officials in Continued on page 9 October 2005 �2005-October7,8,11,14,19-24.qxd 9/27/2005 1:56 PM Page 7 Secretary Chao Tours Paul Hall Center U.S. Secretary of Labor Elaine L. Chao, a longtime supporter of the U.S. Merchant Marine, toured the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education following her address to the United Industrial Workers convention Aug. 30. Showing a genuine interest in both the students and the Piney Point, Md.-based facility itself, Secretary Chao was inquisitive, unhurried and upbeat throughout the afternoon tour, which included stops at the full mission bridge simulator, a water survival class, the manpower office and the fire fighting and safety school, located on a nearby cam- Pictured at the fire fighting school immediately following the tour are (from left) Labor Department Counsel John Flynn, President Sacco, Secretary Chao and Paul Hall Center Safety Director Jimmy Hanson. pus. She was accompanied by SIU President Michael Sacco, among others. Founded in 1967, the Paul Hall Center is a premier training facility for deep sea merchant seafarers, inland waterways boatmen and cruise-ship crew members. The school has developed a pioneering approach to education that has successfully integrated vocational training, academic enrichment and trade union responsibility. The center is named after Paul Hall (1915-1980), an outstanding past president of the SIU. In October 2003, Hall was inducted into the U.S. Department of Labor’s Hall of Fame. During the induction ceremony in Washington, D.C., Secretary Chao stated, “Paul Hall fought for good pay and benefits for American mariners, and he also fought for their education. It’s fitting that the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education today is instrumental in ensuring that young people have the opportunity to pursue careers at sea.” U.S. Secretary of Labor Elaine L. Chao (seventh from left) and SIU President Michael Sacco (fourth from right) chatted with students enrolled in a water survival class at the Paul Hall Center and then got together for this photo outside the classrooms. Secretary Chao checks out the full mission bridge simulator, with demonstrations from instructor Mike Smith. She later took the wheel and successfully guided the “vessel” through a virtual Baltimore Harbor. Manpower Coordinator Bart Rogers and Secretary Chao discuss how vessels are crewed up and monitored. SIU President Michael Sacco points out some of the general contents of the union’s training record book to Secretary Chao and Paul Hall Center Admissions Director Priscilla Senatore. During an impromptu stop in one of the unlicensed apprentice classrooms (above), Secretary Chao wished the students well and said she was impressed with the campus. Secretary Chao greets instructor Dick Tyson at the Joseph Sacco Fire Fighting and Safety School (right) and asks students about their water survival training (left). October 2005 While reviewing some of the equipment used for GMDSS training, Secretary Chao sat down for a closer look along with AB Jeff Coble, who is enrolled in the course. Seafarers LOG 7 �2005-October7,8,11,14,19-24.qxd 9/27/2005 2:08 PM Page 8 Safety Directors Sharpen Skills at Paul Hall Center SIU safety directors from 10 ports recently completed valuable training at the Paul Hall Center in Piney Point, Md. designed to help promote safe operations and security aboard Seafarers-contracted vessels. The five-day agenda (Aug. 22-26) constituted the seventh annual meeting of SIU safety directors and included plenty of hands-on training. It also featured close examinations of key port and shipboard safety and security regulations. Completing the program were: Robert Duncan (Tacoma), Thornton Elliott (Jacksonville), Frank Iverson (Honolulu), Andrew Linares (Wilmington), Kevin Marchand (Ft. Lauderdale), Randy Senatore (New York), Samuel Spain (Norfolk), Archie Ware (San Francisco), Chris Westbrook (New Orleans) and Jimmy White (Houston). Several of the safety directors stated that they believe the training will prove especially useful when they conduct vessel inspections. The SIU representatives met with instructors at the Paul Hall Center, including several from the Joseph Sacco Fire Fighting and Safety School. Among other topics, they studied galley sanitation; confined-space safety; eye, hand, foot and back protection; ship inspection procedures; fire extinguishers; power tools; the International Ship and Port Facility Security Code; general safety awareness and precautions; techniques for uncovering hidden hazards; and various ways that the Paul Hall Center can help port officials better serve crew members. Pictured at the Joseph Sacco Fire Fighting and Safety School, part of the Paul Hall Center, are (from left) Jimmy Hanson, safety director at the Piney Point, Md. facility; and SIU Safety Directors Thornton Elliott (Jacksonville), Randy Senatore (New York), Kevin Marchand (Ft. Lauderdale), Andrew Linares (Wilmington), Samuel Spain (Norfolk), Robert Duncan (Tacoma), Frank Iverson (Honolulu), Chris Westbrook (New Orleans), Archie Ware (San Francisco) and Jimmy White (Houston). Group Covers Wide Range of Topics Andrew Linares Instructor Joe Zienda (left) and Houston Safety Director Jimmy White review proper placement of fire extinguishers aboard vessels. Kevin Marchand The safety directors’ schedule included lots of hands-on training, including refreshers at the fire fighting school. Samuel Spain (top photo) and Randy Senatore (at right) practice galley inspections, part of the program known as “Serve Safe.” Instructor Bobby Dean (left) and the safety directors examine fire fighting gear. 8 Seafarers LOG October 2005 �32578p1,2,3,9,12,13,17,r4.qxd 9/28/2005 6:35 PM Page 9 For Seafarers, It’s Always ‘Safety First’ Union, School, Companies Team Up to Help Ensure Smooth Sailing Shipboard safety is more than a mere frame of mind for the men and women who don the SIU colors. To them, it’s really a way of life. As evidenced by the myriad of safety-related awards and accolades that SIU-contracted companies and their vessels over the last several years have received, the “Seafarers’ lifestyle” and the benefit it affords the maritime community is fast becoming the industry standard. “Going to sea is one of the most dangerous jobs in the maritime industry,” said J.C. Wiegman, assistant director of training at the SIU-affiliated Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md. “Each ship has its individual and often unique safety concerns. This is true whether it’s a cruise ship carrying passengers or a tanker carrying dangerous liquid. “For these and other reasons, each crew member must be safety conscious—alert to assess risk and report hazards, insure they wear safety equipment and take actions that foster safe work environments during their daily shipboard activities.” To prepare mariners to meet these rigid safety requirements, safety training—and heaps of it—is incorporated in virtually all phases of the Paul Hall Center curriculums, Wiegman pointed out. “Safety training is included in every course taught at the school,” he said. Altogether, at least 35 different courses are available to trainees and up- graders addressing some area of shipboard safety. “Not only do we teach a large variety of safety courses to all students who come to the school, we also have safety personnel located in most of the ports where SIU-contracted vessels call on,” said Jimmy Hanson, safety director at the Paul Hall Center. “Their primary function is to help crew members and the companies with assorted safety issues.” In addition to providing assistance at the various ports around the country, Hanson and his safety colleagues regularly call on companies and board their vessels to conduct training. “We visit companies and ships and teach safety on-site in a myriad of safety modules including fire fighting, First Aid & CPR, back safety, slips, trips and falls, eye, hand and foot protection and many more,” Hanson said. “For example, we have an ongoing program with Delta Queen Steamboat Company where we visit each of their ships three times per year and teach a wide variety of safety programs. We do this with a number of other companies as well.” Some companies also have their own safety programs, according to Wiegman, many of which are required by regulatory agencies such as the Occupational Safety and Health Administration and the Environmental Protection Agency. The U.S. Coast Guard also has specific mandates for safety training. “Remember,” Hanson concluded, “a good safety program at all levels makes safety take off and set sail.” Shipping company executives are not shy about elaborating on the fundamental necessity of safety in their operations, nor of the tremendous contributions Seafarers make in their overall safety programs. “Safety is our number one priority,” said Bill Cole, Alaska Tanker Company (ATC) director of labor relations. “It is a prerequisite for every job we do and is embedded in every job on our ships. Our philosophy is that each crew member has to go home in the same condition he or she arrived for duty—without injury. We have implemented various programs to facilitate and expand this type of environment.” Cole said SIU members have been crewing vessels for his company since 1999. “We have had some injuries and accidents, but those were in the early days,” he said. “Since then, we have gone 8 million man-hours without a losttime injury. This is a direct result of all crew members practicing and observing good safety practices. We initiated a Near Miss Program that requires members of the crew to report potential accident areas, so that they can be prevented. This program has worked out extremely well for us and, as a result, we have landed several safety awards.” Cole noted that SIU crew members played a significant role in ATC’s winning the awards because they are the ones who do the work: “It’s them who are there when the rubber meets the Organizing Deemed Top Goal for UIW Continued from page 6 organizing campaigns,” he said. “It takes a group effort because, quite frankly, the deck is stacked against any union in most cases.” Health care, its soaring costs and actions taken by the UIW to cope with this ongoing crisis were among the chief topics discussed by UIW SecretaryTreasurer David Heindel during his report to the convention. Higher co-pays and deductibles are a fact of life for the overwhelming majority of Americans who have health insurance, Heindel told his audience. Further, he pointed out, health care cost across the country continue to surge as family premiums in employer-sponsored plans are reaching epidemic proportions. “Like countless other organizations, we made adjustments in our health care plans since the last convention,” the secretarytreasurer said. “We are taking the necessary steps to ensure our viability and long-term prosperity. In the short run, this includes contracting with First Health Network and Prescription Solutions, respectively. Those agreements are part of the foundation that is aimed at helping us recover from this crisis.” Heindel reminded those present that almost without exception, no organization—no union, no trade association, no manufac- October 2005 turer or other business—has enjoyed income at a rate that outpaces the steadily increasing cost of health care. “Relatively speaking, the UIW Health and Benefits Plan and our union have fought off this crisis better than most,” he said. “The UIW has every reason to be proud of maintaining good benefits for members and their dependents. However, we simply are not immune to this crisis. We are committed to emerging from this battle in the best possible shape for the future.” A number of other UIW officers also spoke at the convention. They stressed the importance of organizing new members time and again as they delivered their individual reports. In addition, they briefed those in attendance Donna Edwards Secretary-Treasurer Md. State & D.C. AFL-CIO Frank Pecquex Executive Secretary-Treasurer Maritime Trades Department on the membership in their respective regions. Finally, they voiced their collective belief that the UIW’s continued involvement in political activities is essential. Several guest speakers addressed the convention. These included Dr. James Fielder, Maryland State Secretary of Labor, Licensing, & Regulation; Donna Edwards, secretary-treasurer of the Maryland State & D.C. AFL-CIO; Frank Pecquex, executive secretary-treasurer of the Maritime Trades Department; and Valerie Lilja, AFL-CIO Union Plus representative. Edwards stressed the importance of political action and cited several recent accomplishments by the labor movement at the state level. Safety Classes Available at PHC Editor’s note: The following is a list of some of the safety classes available to students at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education: Adult First Aid/CPR (8-hour) Hazard Communication Advanced Fire Fighting (37-hour) Hazmat Refresher (8-hour) Back Injury Prevention Hazmat Technician (24-hour) Basic Fire Fighting (16-hour) Hearing Conservation Benzene Safety (16-hour) Heat Stress Blood-Borne Pathogens Incident Commander (16-hour) Confined Space Awareness (8-hour) Knife Safety Confined Space Permit Entry Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) Confined Space Rescue (35-hour) Hazmat Specialist (40-hour) Lock Out Tag Out Oil Spill Response (35-hour) Electrical Safety Personal Protective Equipment Emergency Egress Power Tool Safety Eye Safety Respiratory Protection First Responder Awareness Level (8-hour) Right to Know Food Safety/Sanitation Welding Safety Foot Protection Working Aloft Forklift Safety Working over the side road. The SIU has embraced our company’s safety culture and has done an excellent job in communicating that concept to the rankand-file members,” Cole said. “The members, in turn, have done a tremendous job in formulating and nurturing a safety-conscious work environment. “We look forward to a continued positive working relationship with the SIU leadership and rankand-file members,” he concluded. “Collectively we will continue to improve the work environment so that no one ever gets hurt.” Tony Naccarato of SIU-contracted Crowley also views safety as an essential feature in the daily operations of his company’s vessels. “Safety is the most important activity in the operation of Crowley vessels,” said Naccarato “First and foremost, we do not want any of our crew members injured. Then there’s the company image—the perception that our customers have of us and we of ourselves. As a world-class leader in safe and quality transportation services, our image is continually improved and polished by job performance done right—with zero accidents.” SIU members have crewed Crowley vessels for decades, according to Naccarato. “This is a valued relationship because of the professionalism and excellent safety record of the SIU seafarers,” he said. Naccarato noted that while his company’s safety program has not yet realized its goal of zero accidents, they definitely are headed in the right direction. “Crowley vessels have continued to improve their safety performance,” he noted. “Our accident rates have significantly decreased over the last few years. Our goal, to be recognized as the global safety leader in the transportation industry, will be achieved Slips, Trips and Falls through all of our efforts. It is a voyage with a fixed destination— zero accidents. Our safety partnership with the SIU is a critical step to achieving a world class safety culture.” Crowley officials and employees understandably are very proud of the company’s awardwinning safety performance. Like ATC, Crowley frequently has visited the winner’s circle when hardware recognizing excellence in shipboard safety has been handed out. “The SIU crews throughout our fleet, both owned and managed, are to be congratulated for helping us earn our various safety and environmental protection awards,” Naccarato noted. “Transferring over 50 million barrels of oil without a spill (one of the company’s recent awards) is an outstanding job. This takes constant attention to transfer procedures, equipment maintenance and repair, watchstanding, and bridge team management. “The crews demonstrate the importance of teamwork in spill prevention and vessel safety,” he continued. “The extensive training which they have received at the school in Piney Point has solidified the culture of safety throughout the industry. The net result of all these efforts is that Crowley and the SIU have set the model for operation of ATBs on the West Coast. Crowley’s working relationship with the SIU is one that is based on a safety partnership. “Our long-term and valued relationship is like a good shipmate—you can count on them getting the job done right and safe,” Naccarato concluded. “Crowley is very proud of the safe work performance of our employees and SIU members. Safety is not only the right thing to do—it is our future.” Seafarers LOG 9 �32578p5,6,10,15,16,18.qxd 9/28/2005 9:15 PM Page 10 Cruise Vacations Offered to Union Members, Families An innovative program— Union Plus Freestyle Cruising— was announced Aug. 31 by NCL Corporation and Union Plus, a non-profit organization founded by the AFL-CIO to secure a variety of high quality, discounted products and services for union members and their families. As the only Union Plus cruise line partner, NCL offers members and their families up to 5 percent off the rate of any NCL America, Norwegian Cruise Line, or Orient Lines cruise vacation. In addition, NCL will offer additional discounts up to 30 percent off the rate on certain ships and sailing dates during the year. NCL America operates the only deep sea, U.S.-flag passenger cruise ships employing unionized workers. The vessels are represented by unlicensed crew from the SIU and its affiliate, the Seafarers Entertainment and Allied Trades Union (SEATU), and by licensed crew from the Marine Engineers’ Beneficial Association (MEBA). Among the featured cruise ships are the Seafarers-crewed Pride of Aloha and Pride of America, which was christened at the beginning of the summer. Both sail year-round in the Hawaiian Islands. When the Pride of Hawaii joins the NCL America fleet in 2006, it will be included in the program as well. Once this third vessel is in operation, NCL America’s U.S.flagged passenger ships will provide employment for some 4,000 U.S. seafarers, making NCL the largest private employer in the world of unionized U.S. mariners. “This summer, we christened the Pride of America—the largest U.S.-flagged passenger ship ever,” said Colin Veitch, president and CEO of NCL Corporation. “To demonstrate NCL’s pride in our American crew and to extend our appreciation to all AFL-CIO-affiliated union members nationwide, we’re proud to launch the Union Plus Freestyle Cruising Program and offer union members a chance to travel the world on any of NCL’s ships—all of which, whether U.S. or internationally flagged, are run by union crew.” The AFL-CIO created Union Plus in 1986 to provide union members and their families with Gov’t Offers New Medicare Prescription Drug Coverage Beginning Jan. 1, 2006, anyone with Medicare coverage will be able to join a Medicare drug plan to get new prescription drug coverage. Since most retired Seafarers already have prescription drug coverage, they may not need or want to join the new Medicare plan. Retirees will be receiving correspondence from the Seafarers Health and Benefits Plan in the near future that will help them decide about enrollment for this new benefit under Medicare. Save this information when you get it. It will help you make a more informed decision. Seafarers who wish to apply to the new program can enroll between November 2005 and May 2006. It is important to note that if you currently have prescription drug coverage because you or your spouse is still working, then your choices might be different from the choices available to retirees. Before you enroll in any Medicare drug plan, make sure you get all the information about how your current prescription drug coverage will work with Medicare. In addition to the information sent by the Seafarers Health and Benefits Plan, you will probably receive literature from other health plans that will be looking to enroll Medicare-eligible individuals into their plan. If you are considering signing up for a Medicare drug plan rather than continuing coverage with the Seafarers, carefully read all the information you can about your current benefit coverage and the new plan you are considering. Ask for help if you need it. Take the time to learn the facts. A mistake could cost you and your family needless money. Remember, if you choose, you can join a Medicare drug plan any time between Nov. 15, 2005 10 Seafarers LOG and May 15, 2006 without penalty. For most people, the decision whether to keep their current retiree coverage or join a Medicare drug plan will be simple because one choice will clearly be better. If you do join a Medicare drug plan, your current retiree prescription drug or retiree health (doctor and hospital) coverage from the Seafarers Health and Benefits Plan may change. It is important to review materials from the Seafarers Health and Benefits Plan to learn how joining a Medicare drug plan could affect your current retiree coverage. Since Medicare does not have your Plan’s specific details, the best source of information about your retiree prescription drug coverage is the communications you will receive from the Seafarers Health and Benefits Plan. If you decide to keep your current retiree drug coverage and not join a Medicare plan now, you can still join a Medicare plan later, but you will have to wait until the next annual enrollment period (Nov. 15 to Dec. 31 of each year). If you have not received the information on your current retiree prescription drug coverage by Nov. 15 of this year, you should contact the Plan and request the information. You have a legal right to this information and it will certainly help you compare your options. In addition to the Seafarers Health and Benefits Plan, the best source of information about your specific Medicare prescription drug plan options is the Medicare & You 2006 handbook, which will be mailed to retirees in October. You also may visit the Medicare website at www.medicare.gov. The SIU-crewed Pride of Aloha is one of the ships currently in the Union Plus Freestyle Cruising promotion. This innovative program offers reduced rates to union members and their families. valuable consumer benefits. By using the collective buying power of millions of union members, they are able to offer a variety of high quality, discounted products and services exclusively to union families. These include mortgage and real estate services, unionmade checks, an online tax ser- vice, health savings, an auto-buying program, music and computer discounts and more. Additional information is available about Union Plus at their website at www.unionplus.org. To take advantage of the NCL’s Union Plus Freestyle Cruising Program, members can visit the website at www.unionplus.org/cruise, or call the program’s dedicated toll-free number at (866) 867-0593. They may also make arrangements through their local travel agent. When making arrangements with a travel agent, members should say they are eligible for the “Union Plus rate.” Seafarer Rundblad Still Going Strong Editor’s note: This article is a collaborative piece written by several Seafarers from the Tacoma area. It was submitted to the LOG last month. On Aug. 22, active member Don Rundblad reached the age of 75 years. Don has been an integral member of the Tacoma shoregang since 1991. One of his most important duties involves overhauling the twistlocks used on the Horizon Lines’ vessels. Twistlocks are the devices that secure cargo boxes onto container ships. Don estimates he’s overhauled more than 180,000 of them during his SIU career. Around the shoregang warehouse, Don is referred to as “The Twistlock King.” Don’s seagoing career started in 1947 aboard the William F. Cody. He had many adventures at sea, but the most memorable happened in 1952, after he signed onto the Liberty ship Western Farmer. They were to deliver a load of coal from Norfolk, Va. to Bremen, Germany, but while in the English Channel, they were rammed by a Norwegian tanker. The tanker ripped a hole into the Farmer’s side, destroying the radio room and disabling the engine. The crew tried for eight hours to save the vessel, but with heavy seas and high winds the captain decided to abandon ship. The steward and engine department members were in the process of being taken off by rescue boats when the ladder was smashed. They then lowered lifeboats. As the second lifeboat was lowered, the ship broke in half. Rescue boats were on hand, however, and all 37 crew members eventually made it to land in Dover or Ramsgate, with only one minor injury. The radio operator’s dog Scamp made it ashore safely as well. Later that same year, Don was drafted into the Army to serve in the Korean War. While in Korea, he received the Bronze Star for heroic action under fire, evacuating dead and wounded soldiers during the battle of Porkchop Hill. The SIU was notified of Don’s decoration by a former shipmate, AB Neal Cairns. In a LOG article at the time, Cairns commented that Don “is the sort of a guy you’d expect to go all out to help a wounded buddy.” After the war, Don returned to the States via a Navy transport ship that docked in Seattle. He went home to New York and resumed his SIU career, eventually making it back to the Puget Sound area. This was not Don’s first acquaintance with the military, however. In 1945 at the age of 15, he used his older brother’s ID to enlist in the Navy. He went to basic training in Bainbridge, Md. and served six months before his tender age was discovered, and he was discharged. Of the experience, Don says, “It was better than the Army, because you don’t have to crawl in the dirt, but I didn’t like the discipline.” Rundblad is eligible for his pension but sees no reason to retire. He says, “This is the best Seafarer Don Rundblad, a warservice veteran, says he enjoys his job in Tacoma. job in the SIU I’ve had, with the best bosun and the best workmates.” His fellow shoregang members are delighted that Don chose to stay on the job. The work ethic he embodies is a constant source of inspiration to the younger workers. Don is the kind of role model every ship and worksite should have, not only as a worker, but as a person, according to co-workers. “In life, as in battle, Don never fails to go the extra mile,” one Seafarer said. “He is always eager to lend a hand to those in need.” His supervisor, West Coast Chief Shoregang Bosun Vern Poulsen, says, “Don is one of our best assets.” The Tacoma shoregang hopes to have Don in their midst for many years to come. He’s a “one in a million” kind of guy—the best shipmate and workmate ashore anyone could ever ask for. Here’s to another 75 years, Don. October 2005 �32578p7,8,11,14,19-24.qxd 9/28/2005 7:17 PM Page 11 r o e h W s A i t d h n t a h e SIU a e S t A SAN FRANCISCO — After 30 years in the union, Romy Lumanlan (second from right) was given a festive retirement party, including a ship’s wheel as a parting gift. Lumanlan worked with the Military Sealift Command in the ’60s and then with the Marine Cooks and Stewards (MC&S). He began sailing with the SIU in 1978 following the merger of the MC&S and the SIU. From the left are SIU West Coast VP Nicholas Marrone, Safety Director Archie Ware, Lumanlan and SIU Assistant VP Nick Celona. NEW YORK — SIU Rep Kate Hunt recently met with SIU members from the Army Corps of Engineers at Caven Point, N.Y. Seated with her is John McNamara, a 15-year SIU member who works as a bosun/deckhand leader on the vessel Driftmaster in New York harbor. McNamara, a Vietnam Navy veteran, just returned from six months of volunteer duty with the “A” Engineering District supporting Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan. VIRGINIA — During the recent convention of the Virginia AFL-CIO, SIU Norfolk Port Agent Georg Kenny (right) met with Virginia Lt. Gov. Tim Kaine. Kaine is running for governor of the Commonwealth. PINEY POINT, MD — During the September membership meeting in Piney Point, Md., several presentations were made. Above, AB Michael Murner (left) and FOWT Terrance Maxwell (right) were awarded their full books. SIU West Coast VP Nicholas Marrone did the honors. At right, Marrone handed STOS Elmer Marko his GED certificate and congratulated him for his hard work. HONOLULU — SIU members Shawn Canon and his wife, Linda “Sarah” Rotter-Canon, present a picture to the Honolulu hall. The gift is in memory of Shawn’s father, Feliciano “Shano” Canon, a retired (now deceased) member of the Marine Cooks & Stewards. While Shano was sailing aboard the Mariposa as a BR, the passengers presented him with this painting as a token of appreciation for his services. It was painted by the passengers sailing that voyage during art classes that were held aboard ship. It represents a scene supposedly off the coast of New Zealand, but is evocative of many places in the South Pacific. The Canons made the presentation just prior to Sarah’s departure as an SA on the USNS Soderman and Shawn’s sailing as chief cook on the Horizon Navigator. SIU Honolulu Port Agent Neil Dietz said the Honolulu hall is proud to receive this memorial of Brother “Sano” Canon. “With the vibrant new cruise services in Hawaii provided by NCL America,” he said, “it is especially fitting that we have a link to members who laid the foundation for our modern cruise ships with the historical trans-Pacific liner services of the past.” October 2005 WASHINGTON, D.C. — An engraved ship’s wheel was presented to retiring CWA President and MTD Executive Board Member Morton Bahr (second from right) by (from left) MTD Executive Secretary-Treasurer Frank Pecquex, SIU President Michael Sacco and SIU VP Contracts Augie Tellez. Bahr is the last member of the AFL-CIO executive council to have sailed during World War II. “When Morty announced his retirement from the labor movement,” noted Sacco, “there was a sense that an era was passing.” Bahr also was given a “Battlin’ Pete” World War II-era patch. Seafarers LOG 11 �32578p1,2,3,9,12,13,17,r4.qxd 9/27/2005 12:09 PM Page 12 (AP Photo/News & Observer, Chuck Liddy) Other areas were hard-hit as well—as shown in this Sept. 8 photo of a man in Waveland, Miss. surveying the wreckage that used to be his home. Seafarers Deliver Continued from page 3 and flooding, and was without power or phones for about two weeks. That hall partially reopened Sept. 13, although as this issue of the LOG went to press, shipping and registration that normally would take place at the New Orleans hall had been transferred to the Houston hall. Seafarers should check with the individual halls or visit the “Heard at Headquarters” feature online at www.seafarers.org for updates on when the New Orleans hall becomes completely operational. At the SIU hall in Mobile, it was a tale of two buildings. The union hall reopened Sept. 3—it lost power for four days but otherwise wasn’t harmed. However, a secondary building—physically separate but still part of the union’s facilities in Mobile on Dauphin Island Parkway—sustained major flood damage. That building contains a meeting room and storage space. The facility itself is quite salvageable, but the union lost records that had been stored there. Hurricane Relief SIU members aboard the following ships continue to assist in relief efforts: SS Wright, Equality State, Cape Knox, Cape Kennedy, Diamond State, Cape Flattery, USNS Pillilau, USNS Bob Hope, USNS Algol, USNS Altair, USNS Bellatrix, USNS Pollux, USNS Comfort and the training ships Empire State, State of Maine and M/V Sirius. The Cape Knox and Cape Kennedy, after a harrowing experience weathering the storm at their berths along the Poland Street Wharf in New Orleans, were turned into shelters for Coast Guard personnel and other relief workers. Several of the union’s contracted companies have been affected by Katrina. The Delta Queen Steamboat Company, which had facilities in New Orleans, continues operating its fleet but has moved its offices to New York state. Pacific Gulf Marine, also based in the New Orleans area, moved to Houston. Inland companies E.N. Bisso and Crescent Towing fared better, despite the latter’s offices being bumped by a ship that was displaced during the flooding. ‘Anxious to Help’ OMU John Cooper signed on aboard the Wright when that vessel was activated in Baltimore for relief operations in the Gulf. “Everyone on board just wants to provide assistance,” he stated. “We’re delivering water, food, mattresses, generators and fuel. Everyone is anxious to help.” Retiree Arthur Machado had to evacuate the New Orleans area but said he was grateful that he “had another place where I could go,” in Mississippi. In New Orleans in midSeptember, SIU Port Agent Steve Judd said that normally routine tasks remained anything but ordinary. Efforts to send crew members to work aboard some of the relief ships remained complicated by restricted movement and power outages. Then there are more fundamental activities—such as eating. “There are no grocery stores open, so you go to FEMA every day for food and water,” Judd stated. “But I’m not complaining. Whether it’s in your neighborhood or here at the hall, you do whatever you can for whoever you come across that needs help. One person can do a lot, believe me.” With the temporary transfer of shipping to Houston, “It has been hectic at the hall,” acknowledged SIU Assistant Vice President Gulf Coast Jim McGee in midSeptember. “We shipped 270-some jobs in one month. We’re doing everything we can to help the folks whose lives have been disrupted.” Noting the overall response of the U.S. Merchant Marine to the disaster, acting U.S. Maritime Administrator John Jamian declared, “The merchant marine came through like you wouldn’t believe.” (AP Photo, Chuck Beckley) While relief supplies were sent to the Gulf, regular cargo once headed for New Orleans initially was diverted to other ports, including Morehead City, N.C. pictured here. Remarkably, the port of New Orleans reopened last month. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez) Downtown New Orleans sustained incredible damage. By midSeptember, the known death toll from Katrina was approaching 1,000. Northrop Grumman shipyard workers on Sept. 6 remove debris caused by Hurricane Katrina in Gulfport, Miss. (AP Photo/Eric Gay) New Orleans residents are rescued from their rooftop in late August. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) Two vehicles sit on top of a home surrounded by floodwaters from Hurricane Katrina in New Orleans. 12 Seafarers LOG October 2005 A New the floo �32578p1,2,3,9,12,13,17,r4.qxd 9/28/2005 7:22 PM Page 13 (AP Photo/M. Spencer Green) This image from Bay St. Louis, Miss. shows the remnants of a theater. (AP Photo/Steven Senne) Flood water remained high in Chalmette, La. more than a week after Hurricane Katrina devastated the area. (AP Photo/Eric Gay) A man pushes his bicycle through flood waters near the Superdome in New Orleans on Aug. 31. Hurricane Katrina featured gusts topping 140 miles an hour. (AP Photo/Tom Hood) An American Red Cross volunteer comforts a New Orleans resident in the dining area of the Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Phoenix on Sept. 6. More than 500 residents from the New Orleans area were evacuated to Phoenix. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer) New Orleans resident walks through e floodwater on Canal Street on Sept. 4. USNS Pollux Among First to Provide Aid From the Seafarers-crewed USNS Pollux, docked in Marrero, La., Chief Mate Jan Genemans sent this account Sept. 13 along with photos reflecting the U.S. Merchant Marine’s response to Hurricane Katrina. “We were under repairs and could not leave when Hurricane Katrina unleashed her devastation on the New Orleans area,” Genemans wrote. “We are at our layberth at Marrero, La. in reduced operating status with a skeleton crew.” He credited the crew members and officers for “creatively engineering solutions by thinking far outside of the box to directly and indirectly save lives and property as soon as we heard the desperate situation from the community begging for help. Captain Lansden made his way to the closest hospital, West Jefferson, and offered our assistance the morning after the storm. The hospital was critically low on their emergency generator fuel—only a few precious hours left. The Marrero Fire Department borrowed a fuel tank truck from Retif Oil and the National Guard with their one operational fuel truck (others were flooded) and drove it on the dock where we were berthed. “The engineers modified our fuel system using parts from the potable water system and fire system, and around noon of the day after we proceeded to load National Guard trucks and Fire Department trucks through a fire hose during the first three days. To date we have been pumping fuel for two solid weeks totaling more than half a million gallons of diesel around the clock … to keep the hospitals operational by October 2005 providing fuel for generators and pumps for the Levy Board pumps, emergency vehicles, water and sewer board, telephone and power company repair vehicles, the airport, all the military bases in the area, the convention center, all kinds of rescue command centers, shelters, morgue, FEMA, and the list goes on and on, too numerous to count. Without the diesel fuel provided by the ship, there may very well have been a week’s setback, if not longer, in the relief effort… “This ship fueled the entire emergency/military machine in the area by itself for the first few days. As the need for fuel increased as more emergency services began pouring into the area, so did the need for dock space, as our dock was too small for 18wheelers. The ship along with a chemical farm and a local oil/gas distribution company built a pipeline with hoses and pipe to the closest state road about a thousand feet away in about four hours time using labor from the chemical farm and the deck department of the USNS Pollux. “Additionally, along with the Advanced Care unit in West Jefferson Hospital, since we were the only source of pressurized potable water that is required to operate dialysis machines, the crew of the USNS Pollux, in conjunction with the acute care unit located in Jefferson set up an emergency dialyses unit in our laundry room and treated patients until the remaining patients were air-lifted out of the area for better medical care…. “We tested the city water and provided a means for the military to get water for showers and washing their clothes throughout the area before any other major source of potable water was available. Our engineers also assisted with the Aquarium and the morgue with their pumping, refrigeration, and/or mechanical systems as well—all on their own time. Galley scraps were kept and distributed to many of the homeless pets that were left in the area. Another crew member organized and was successful in staging a rescue effort from the now infamous horrid convention center scene. I personally found extra plastic sheets around the ship and donated it to hospital personnel to cover holes and windows that were damaged by the storm. Our bosun (Seafarer Wilfredo Rice) assisted people with removing debris and water-damaged items from homes for the National Guard to pick up. I am sure that there were several other acts of extreme kindness that I haven’t witnessed that were performed by the crew. “The ship provided a rest haven, with A/C in 100 degree heat, running water and working toilets for hospital nurses who worked beyond the point of exhaustion. The MDs were also offered this, but they put the needs of their staff before themselves. The ship also provided hot meals, laundry and showers to fire fighters, military personnel, policemen, hospital workers and civilians who were actively engaged in the humanitarian effort in the area outside of normal working hours before there was any other source…. “The entire crew of the USNS Pollux poured out their hearts in the relief effort, and performed miracles in the assistance of the unprecedented tragedy that was brought on by fury of Hurricane Katrina.” The USNS Pollux provides diesel fuel for a National Guard truck near New Orleans for emergency generators and other relief operations. Seafarers LOG 13 �32578p7,8,11,14,19-24.qxd 9/28/2005 7:20 PM Page 14 SL Quality: A Happy, Well-Fed Ship Wilmington Seafarers in Labor Day Event From the left are AB Ben Monzon, Chief Cook George Farala and AB Amin Hussein. Seafarers and SIU officials from the Wilmington, Calif. area participated in the Los Angeles County Labor Federation’s annual Labor Day rally and parade Sept. 5. AFL-CIO President John Sweeney (at podium, above left) delivered the keynote speech at the 26th annual event, which took place in Wilmington. Seafarers who participated included AB Ben Monzon, GUDE Arthur Castro, Chief Cook George Farala, Chief Cook Harry Agatep, AB Othman Saleh, AB Amin Hussein, DEU Saleh Ali, ACE Rey Ricarte, OS Karen Suzuki, AB Kenyatta Whitworth, Electrician Mario Paquiz, OS James Smith, ACU Nagi Mohamed and Chief Cook Clancy Hennigan. They were joined by officials from the Wilmington hall including Port Agent John Cox, Safety Director Andrew Linares and Patrolman Jesse Solis. Electrical Maintenance Course Offered October 3-14 October 17-28 14 Seafarers LOG October 31-November 11 November 28-December 9 Each course is limited to a maximum of 10 students. For additional information please contact the Paul Hall Center admissions office at (301) 9940010, extension 5210 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. U.S. East Coast time. It is the instructors’ intent that at the end of the course each student will satisfactorily be able to: Troubleshoot and replace bad florescent fixture ballasts Replace burned-out florescent lamps Install new florescent lighting fixtures Perform handheld equipment cord and plug maintenance Perform motor resistance to ground (megger) checks and record properly Locate and replace blown fuses Locate and correct loose electrical connections SEAFARERS BENEFIT PLANS NOTICE TO PARTICIPANTS Keep the Plan Informed of Your Address Changes It is important that all participants remember to keep the Plan informed of any change of address. Update Your Beneficiary Designations Keep your beneficiary designations up to date. In the event that your beneficiary predeceases you, you must submit a substitute designation. Inform the Plan of Your Divorce In order for your spouse to be eligible to receive continuation coverage (under COBRA) from the Seafarers Health and Benefits Plan, you or your spouse must inform the Plan at the time of your divorce. Please submit a copy of the divorce decree to the Seafarers Health and Benefits Plan. NOTICE The Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education is offering a new two-week course titled Marine Electrical Maintenance Refresher. This class is open to QMED-Any Ratings and those possessing an electrician’s endorsement. Please note that the class cannot be used to raise an individual’s QMED classification rating. The course’s purpose is to enhance the electrical skills and education of those individuals interested in sailing as electricians. The class will focus on hands-on electrical training with a minimum of classroom sessions. Students will review the most common electrical troubleshooting, maintenance and repair techniques required to successfully perform the duties of a marine electrician on the latest shipboard equipment. Upcoming course dates are as follows: Chief Steward Joel Molinos sent the LOG a copy of the above certificate given to him by the officers and crew of the SeaLand Quality in recognition of his superior culinary skills. Other shipboard personnel mentioned in the certificate are AB Raymond Ryan, AB Yousry Ibrahim and GUDE Ahmed Sultan. Locate and properly wire a three-phase motor for correct direction of operation Replace motor bearings Troubleshoot and repair/replace bad switches. Full-time College Students If your dependent child is a full-time college student, you must submit a letter of attendance every semester in order for your child to be covered by the Seafarers Health and Benefits Plan. Seafarers Health and Benefits Plan P.O. Box 380 Piney Point, MD 20674 IMPORTANT NOTICE: SEAFARERS HEALTH AND BENEFITS PLAN — COBRA NOTICE HEALTH CARE CONTINUATION Under federal law, a participant and his or her dependents have the right to elect to continue their Plan coverage in the event that they lose their eligibility. This right is granted by the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act, better known as “COBRA.” The COBRA law allows a participant and his or her dependents to temporarily extend their benefits at group rates in certain circumstances where coverage under the Plan would otherwise end. A participant and his or her dependents have a right to choose this continuation coverage if they lose their Plan coverage because the participant failed to meet the Plan’s seatime requirements. In addition, a participant and his or her dependents may have the right to choose continuation coverage if the participant becomes a pensioner ineligible for medical benefits. The participant’s dependents may also elect continuation coverage if they lose coverage under the Plan as the result of the participant’s (1) death; (2) divorce; or (3) Medicare eligibility. A child can also elect COBRA if as the result of his or her age, he or she is no longer a dependent under the Plan rules. If a member and his or her dependents feel that they may qualify, or if they would like more information concerning these rights, they should contact the Plan office at 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. Since there are important deadlines that apply to COBRA, please contact the Plan as soon as possible to receive a full explanation of the participant’s rights and his or her dependents’ rights. October 2005 �32578p5,6,10,15,16,18.qxd 9/28/2005 7:08 PM Page 15 Dispatchers’ Report for Deep Sea November & December 2005 Membership Meetings AUGUST 16 — SEPTEMBER 15, 2005 *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Port Algonac Anchorage Baltimore Fort Lauderdale Guam Honolulu Houston Jacksonville Joliet Mobile New Orleans New York Norfolk Philadelphia Piney Point Puerto Rico San Francisco St. Louis Tacoma Wilmington Totals Port Algonac Anchorage Baltimore Fort Lauderdale Guam Honolulu Houston Jacksonville Joliet Mobile New Orleans New York Norfolk Philadelphia Piney Point Puerto Rico San Francisco St. Louis Tacoma Wilmington Totals Port Algonac Anchorage Baltimore Fort Lauderdale Guam Honolulu Houston Jacksonville Joliet Mobile New Orleans New York Norfolk Philadelphia Piney Point Puerto Rico San Francisco St. Louis Tacoma Wilmington Totals 0 0 7 12 2 7 38 22 0 8 4 36 15 2 2 8 17 0 30 30 240 0 0 5 6 1 7 14 15 0 9 4 6 11 2 2 0 13 1 15 5 Totals Totals All Departments 301 1 4 4 13 3 5 15 21 0 8 4 17 12 4 5 6 9 1 28 12 1 2 1 7 0 3 30 6 2 3 6 19 9 3 1 3 3 0 13 23 135 1 2 1 7 1 2 13 5 0 1 1 12 7 1 0 0 7 2 4 4 116 172 71 0 0 4 6 1 10 28 13 0 7 4 12 9 2 4 1 23 1 20 14 1 0 1 8 1 4 4 15 1 4 2 12 14 0 1 2 7 0 10 4 1 0 1 4 0 1 3 4 0 2 0 7 7 0 1 0 3 1 4 5 1 0 7 6 2 5 31 23 0 6 10 16 13 3 1 9 17 0 31 31 212 Trip Reliefs DECK DEPARTMENT 2 3 11 15 3 3 19 18 2 6 10 20 18 4 22 12 13 9 28 20 238 2 2 1 1 2 1 20 2 1 1 4 9 10 1 1 2 3 1 9 11 84 0 0 9 9 0 2 13 8 0 0 4 12 4 1 0 5 13 1 17 18 116 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 0 0 5 3 1 6 17 18 0 6 2 5 12 2 3 6 13 1 14 12 126 1 3 3 10 2 3 14 18 0 5 4 12 19 2 2 3 7 4 17 8 137 3 1 1 1 1 2 5 9 0 1 2 7 6 2 0 1 6 0 1 4 53 0 0 3 0 0 6 7 10 0 1 0 5 4 0 0 2 4 0 9 2 53 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 0 0 5 5 1 8 17 13 0 7 7 14 6 4 3 1 16 1 13 17 159 91 44 138 0 0 0 0 0 3 7 0 0 0 1 7 2 0 0 1 8 0 3 1 3 1 6 6 2 5 19 13 0 6 0 19 18 0 21 8 14 0 9 10 4 5 1 9 1 7 28 19 0 0 2 39 17 0 24 0 11 1 10 13 0 0 0 0 0 1 4 1 0 1 1 2 1 0 0 0 4 0 2 0 Port Algonac Anchorage Baltimore Fort Lauderdale Guam Honolulu Houston Jacksonville Joliet Mobile New Orleans New York Norfolk Philadelphia Piney Point Puerto Rico San Francisco St. Louis Tacoma Wilmington 6 5 6 26 8 5 30 25 1 13 5 32 19 7 20 7 18 4 37 27 TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C 1 0 4 7 0 4 5 10 0 5 3 6 15 0 0 0 4 1 7 6 78 1 0 0 3 0 0 1 4 1 2 1 4 6 0 0 0 2 1 3 1 30 ENTRY DEPARTMENT 1 0 8 3 0 2 14 8 0 3 3 23 11 0 22 1 8 0 9 10 4 1 0 6 0 6 13 12 0 2 4 21 12 0 16 0 3 3 16 6 0 0 1 2 0 3 7 6 0 0 0 7 3 0 1 2 6 0 6 7 **REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C 1 0 9 12 2 17 42 39 0 12 17 59 25 5 1 14 32 0 57 37 7 10 5 22 9 12 39 46 1 17 13 34 24 7 11 10 14 6 52 33 2 3 3 7 0 5 40 17 1 8 10 29 11 2 0 1 4 0 24 24 381 372 191 0 0 2 3 1 10 15 25 0 9 10 18 9 0 1 2 19 1 17 9 2 5 1 6 2 10 14 23 0 8 7 13 10 4 8 6 13 1 37 14 1 2 1 7 1 2 16 8 0 2 2 12 8 0 0 1 5 2 8 6 151 184 84 2 3 0 3 2 17 31 24 1 4 10 22 14 1 4 1 42 1 37 32 2 0 0 6 1 6 6 17 1 4 3 13 16 0 5 4 7 0 12 16 1 1 0 3 0 2 5 6 0 0 2 4 7 0 1 0 2 1 5 11 51 251 119 51 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5 9 3 0 0 1 8 1 0 0 2 11 0 10 4 5 1 3 5 2 14 27 25 1 8 6 40 15 2 10 8 21 1 25 10 2 7 2 6 5 10 35 26 0 1 11 50 15 2 30 2 15 2 24 13 33 160 191 17 126 125 0 54 229 258 548 724 441 493 579 292 220 837 904 584 *“Total Registered” means the number of Seafarers who actually registered for shipping at the port. **“Registered on Beach” means the total number of Seafarers registered at the port. October 2005 Piney Point .............Monday: November 7, December 5 Algonac ..................Monday: November 14* ................................Friday: December 9 ................................(*change created by Veterans Day holiday) Baltimore ................Thursday: November 10, December 8 Boston.....................Monday: November 14* ................................Friday: December 9 ................................(*change created by Veterans Day holiday) Guam ......................Friday: November 25* ................................Thursday: December 22 ................................(*change created by Thanksgiving Day holiday) Honolulu .................Friday: November 18, Decenber 16 Houston ..................Monday: November 14, December 12 Jacksonville ............Thursday: November 10, December 8 Joliet .......................Thursday: November 17, December 15 Mobile ....................Wednesday: November 16, Dec. 14 New Orleans ...........Tuesday: November 15, December 13 New York................Tuesday: November 8, December 6 Norfolk ...................Thursday: November 10, December 8 Philadelphia ............Wednesday: November 9, Dec. 7 Port Everglades.......Thursday: November 17, Dec. 15 San Francisco .........Thursday: November 17, Dec. 15 San Juan..................Thursday: November 10, December 8 St. Louis..................Friday: November 18, December 16 Tacoma ...................Friday: November 25, December 23 Wilmington ...............Monday: November 21, December 19 ................................. 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Seafarers LOG 15 �32578p5,6,10,15,16,18.qxd 9/28/2005 7:10 PM Seafarers International Union Directory Page 16 NMU Monthly Shipping & Registration Report AUGUST 16 — SEPTEMBER 15, 2005 Michael Sacco, President TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Group I Group II Group III John Fay, Executive Vice President David Heindel, Secretary-Treasurer Augustin Tellez, Vice President Contracts Tom Orzechowski, Vice President Lakes and Inland Waters Dean Corgey, Vice President Gulf Coast Nicholas J. Marrone, Vice President West Coast Joseph T. Soresi, Vice President Atlantic Coast Kermett Mangram, Vice President Government Services René Lioeanjie, Vice President at Large Charles Stewart, Vice President at Large HEADQUARTERS 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746 (301) 899-0675 ALGONAC 520 St. Clair River Dr., Algonac, MI 48001 (810) 794-4988 ANCHORAGE 721 Sesame St., #1C, Anchorage, AK 99503 (907) 561-4988 BALTIMORE 2315 Essex St., Baltimore, MD 21224 (410) 327-4900 BOSTON Marine Industrial Park/EDIC 27 Drydock Ave., Boston, MA 02210 (617) 261-0790 GUAM P.O. Box 315242, Tamuning, Guam 96931-5242 125 Sunny Plaza, Suite 301-E Tun Jesus Crisostomo St., Tamuning, Guam 96911 (671) 647-1350 HONOLULU 606 Kalihi St., Honolulu, HI 96819 (808) 845-5222 HOUSTON 1221 Pierce St., Houston, TX 77002 (713) 659-5152 JACKSONVILLE 3315 Liberty St., Jacksonville, FL 32206 (904) 353-0987 JOLIET 10 East Clinton St., Joliet, IL 60432 (815) 723-8002 MOBILE 1640 Dauphin Island Pkwy, Mobile, AL 36605 (251) 478-0916 NEW ORLEANS 3911 Lapalco Blvd., Harvey, LA 70058 (504) 328-7545 NEW YORK 635 Fourth Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11232 (718) 499-6600 Government Services Division: (718) 832-8767 NORFOLK 115 Third St., Norfolk, VA 23510 (757) 622-1892 PHILADELPHIA 2604 S. 4 St., Philadelphia, PA 19148 (215) 336-3818 PINEY POINT P.O. Box 75, Piney Point, MD 20674 (301) 994-0010 PORT EVERGLADES 1221 S. Andrews Ave., Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33316 (954) 522-7984 SAN FRANCISCO 350 Fremont St., San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 543-5855 Government Services Division: (415) 861-3400 SANTURCE 1057 Fernandez Juncos Ave., Stop 16 Santurce, PR 00907 (787) 721-4033 ST. LOUIS/ALTON 4581 Gravois Ave., St. Louis, MO 63116 (314) 752-6500 TACOMA 3411 South Union Ave., Tacoma, WA 98409 (253) 272-7774 WILMINGTON 510 N. Broad Ave., Wilmington, CA 90744 (310) 549-4000 16 Seafarers LOG Port Boston Houston Jacksonville New Orleans New York Norfolk Tacoma Wilmington Totals 10 8 1 1 11 1 0 3 35 3 4 0 0 0 1 0 0 8 1 4 3 2 3 2 0 3 18 REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Group I Group II Group III 4 14 5 1 11 1 0 5 41 2 2 1 1 1 1 0 0 8 1 5 4 0 3 3 0 3 19 2 6 1 2 2 1 0 0 14 12 37 7 16 28 3 1 9 113 1 9 3 8 11 0 1 5 38 0 3 4 21 2 0 3 0 33 0 1 1 0 1 1 0 0 4 8 17 5 2 14 1 1 4 52 0 4 10 3 10 0 1 1 29 0 2 7 13 0 1 1 0 24 1 1 1 0 0 0 1 0 4 6 10 3 5 11 1 0 3 39 3 7 6 2 12 0 0 3 33 0 3 2 12 0 0 2 1 20 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 8 5 2 0 7 0 0 2 24 0 0 3 1 0 0 0 0 4 0 2 2 2 0 2 0 0 8 Port Boston Houston Jacksonville New Orleans New York Norfolk Tacoma Wilmington Totals Trip Reliefs DECK DEPARTMENT Port Boston Houston Jacksonville New Orleans New York Norfolk Tacoma Wilmington Totals TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Group I Group II Group III 6 5 6 1 8 1 0 0 27 0 0 4 0 0 0 0 0 4 0 1 3 0 0 2 0 0 6 STEWARD DEPARTMENT 6 2 0 2 3 0 0 2 15 2 2 1 0 2 0 0 0 7 0 2 4 2 2 0 1 1 12 Port 4 5 2 1 1 0 0 2 15 1 2 0 0 3 0 0 0 6 0 2 4 0 2 0 1 1 10 ENTRY DEPARTMENT Boston Houston Jacksonville New Orleans New York Norfolk Tacoma Wilmington Totals 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Totals All Departments 74 19 38 83 18 35 22 204 100 77 PICS-FROM-THE-PAST These documents were sent to the LOG by John S. Cobb, USAF Ret., of Woodsville, N.H. He states that while recently browsing through some of the belongings of his older brother (Frederic Bayley Cobb, who died in 1991 at the age of 75), he came across a black leather folder, a little larger than a wallet, in which he found some documents, including a National Maritime Union dues receipt, at right. (Note that the amount paid was $17.50.) Also included (above) was a certificate of discharge in 1945 from the SS Henry D. Lindsley, on which he sailed as an oiler. In a note to the Seafarers LOG, John Cobb wrote that “when my brother was helping the war effort in those days (’43-’45), I was a young boy of 11 years, and I used to hear of his journeys over the north Atlantic in the merchant ships hauling cargo of war supplies to both England and the Soviet Union, to a town called Archangel. I later in life knew these trips to be very dangerous due to the U-boat activities in those same waters. Needless to say, I was proud of him.” October 2005 �32578p1,2,3,9,12,13,17,r4.qxd 9/28/2005 6:37 PM Page 17 Welcome Ashore Each month, the Seafarers LOG pays tribute to the SIU members who have devoted their working lives to sailing aboard U.S.-flag vessels on the deep seas, inland waterways or Great Lakes. Listed below are brief biographical sketches of those members who recently retired from the union. The brothers and sisters of the SIU thank those members for a job well done and wish them happiness and good health in the days ahead. DEEP SEA KENNETH ADAMCZAK, 65, became a union member in 1977 in Detroit, Mich. Brother Adamczak initially sailed in the Great Lakes division. His first ship was the J.T. Hutchinson. Born in Michigan, Brother Adamczak later transferred to the deep sea division, working in the engine department. In 2000, he upgraded his skills at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md. Prior to retiring, he shipped aboard the El Morro. Brother Adamczak lives in Ocala, Fla. OTHMAN BINCHIK, 65, was born in Kedah, Malaysia and joined the SIU in 1980. He first sailed on the Sea-Land Pittsburgh as a member of the deck department. Brother Binchik enhanced his skills on numerous occasions at the union’s affiliated school in Piney Point, Md. His most recent voyage was aboard the LNG Virgo. Brother Binchik makes his home in New York. WAYNE CHAMPINE, 65, began sailing with the Seafarers in 1965 from the port of Wilmington, Calif. Brother Champine was born in Michigan and sailed in the steward department. His first ship was the St. Lawrence; his last was the Greatland. Brother Champine upgraded his seafaring skills on different three occasions at the Piney Point, Md. school. He calls Reno, Nev. home. ISOM CLEMMONS, 65, began sailing with the SIU in 1960 in the port of Mobile, Ala. Brother Clemmons first sailed aboard the Monarch of the Sea and ended his seafaring career aboard the Diamond State. The steward department member was born in Alabama and is a resident of Houston. JOSE FERREIRA, 65, first donned the SIU colors in 1971 in New York. Brother Ferreira was born in Spain. The engine department member first sailed on the Hydro Atlantic. His last ship was the Sulphur Enterprise. Brother Ferreira was a frequent upgrader at the Paul Hall Center. He resides in Brick, N.J. RICHARD GRACEY, 65, joined the SIU ranks in 1969 in Houston. Brother Gracey first sailed on an International Carriers vessel. The engine department member attended the union affiliated school in Piney Point, Md. in October 2005 1977, 1995 and again in 2000. Born in Michigan, Brother Gracey last shipped aboard the Patriot. He lives in Texas City, Texas. tially sailed in the inland division aboard Steuart Transportation. vessels. The deck department member later transferred to the deep sea division. He upgraded his seafaring skills often at the Paul Hall Center. Brother Wical last worked on the PFC James Anderson Jr. He lives in Jacksonville, Fla. EDWARD HERRERA, 66, commenced his seafaring career in 1978 in San Francisco. Brother Herrera worked in the steward department, completing the steward recertification training in 1992 at the Paul Hall Center. His first trip to sea was on the President McKinley. Born in Honolulu, Brother Herrera most recently sailed aboard the Horizon Hawaii. He calls San Diego, Calif. home. RULDOPH XATRUCH, 66, joined the SIU in 1980 in the port of New Orleans. Brother Xatruch, who was born in Honduras, sailed in all three departments and upgraded his skills at the union’s affiliated school in Piney Point, Md in 2000 and 2001. His first ship was the Connecticut. He finished his seafaring career working aboard the Seabulk Energy. Brother Xatruch calls Houston home. UDJANG NURDJAJA, 65, launched his SIU career in 1973 in New York. Brother Nurdjaja was a member of the steward department. He first sailed aboard the OMI Sacramento. His most recent trip was aboard the LNG Capricorn. Brother Nurdjaja upgraded frequently at the SIUaffiliated school in Piney Point, Md. Born in Indonesia, Brother Nurdjaja now makes his home in Brooklyn, N.Y. TERESO ROCHEZ, 64, started shipping with the Seafarers in 1990 in the port of Houston. Brother Rochez’s first ship was the Independence. He last sailed aboard the Sea-Land Patriot. He attended numerous classes at the Paul Hall Center. Born in Honduras, Brother Rochez worked in the steward department. He is a resident of Houston, Texas. ALEXANDER STAMATELAKY, 71, joined the Seafarers in 1996 in the port of Mobile, Ala. Brother Stamatelaky was born in the Philippines. He first sailed on the USNS Silas Bent in the deck department. In 2000, 2001 and 2002, Brother Stamatelaky enhanced his skills in Piney Point, Md. He most recently shipped aboard the USNS Henson. Brother Stamatelaky resides in Loranger, La. RALPH WICAL, 65, hails from Marshalltown, Iowa. Brother Wical began sailing with the SIU in 1981. He ini- GREAT LAKES JOSEPH ARLE, 65, joined the SIU in 1963 in Chicago. He first sailed aboard an American Steamship Co. vessel. The engine department member, who was born in Wisconsin, last worked aboard a Michigan Tankers vessel. He Editor’s Note: The following brothers, all former members of the National Maritime Union (NMU) and participants in the NMU Pension Trust, recently went on pension. JOHN BARKHOUSE, 65, began sailing with the NMU in 1991, first shipping aboard the Cape Alava. Born in Massachusetts, Brother Barkhouse was a member of the engine department. He last worked on the Cape Domingo. WAYNE NAYSNERSKI, 55, joined the union in 1980 in the port of Seattle. Brother Naysnerski first worked aboard the Fort Worth. The engine department member was born in Hartford, Conn. Brother Naysnerski’s most recent voyage was on the Overseas Chicago. PAUL PHILLIPS, 65, became an NMU member in 1990 in the port of New Orleans. Brother Phillips first sailed aboard the Cape Inscription. He was a native Reprinted from past issues of the Seafarers LOG. 1939 On Wednesday, October 2, 1939, at Savannah, Ga. Delegates from the Atlantic, Gulf and Great Lakes Districts met for the purpose of drafting a constitution for the Seafarers International Union. In addition to the basic constitution, issues to be voted on included the shipping rules, hospital and strike assessments and a constitutional amendment that provided that in order to become a member a man must be a citizen. The constitution was adopted by a vote of 1,225 in favor and 180 opposed. The votes on the constitutional amendment, the shipping rules and the assessments likewise carried by large majorities. 1959 of Honduras and worked as a member of the engine department. Brother Phillips’ most recent voyage was on the Argonaut. makes his home in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. CLAUDE RODGERS, 56, first donned the NMU colors in 1968. Brother Rodgers was born in Philadelphia. His first ship was the Texaco Wyoming. Brother Rodgers, who sailed in the deck department, last worked on the Kansas Trader. JOSEPH SINGLETON, 55, hails from Charleston, S.C. Brother Singleton started sailing with the union in 1969. A member of the steward department, he last went to sea aboard the Keystone Texas. In addition to the individuals listed above, the following NMU pensioner retired on the date indicated. Name Age EDP Syre, Lloyd 65 July 1 improve the health of seamen by early diagnosis and treatment. 1979 Scores of placard-waving Seafarers joined hundreds of other trade unionists and community groups’ demonstrators in a New York City-wide lunchtime protest rally on October 11 to aid the Amalgamated Clothing and Textile Workers Union (ACTWU) in its drive to break the connection between the anti-union textile giant, the J.P. Stevens Co. and the Seaman’s Bank for Savings. Joining the 17-block long “human billboard for justice” on Manhattan’s midtown and downtown financial district sidewalks, Seafarers handed out anti-Stevens leaflets in front of a bank urging E. Virgil Conway, president of the Seamen’s Bank for Savings and a Consolidated Edison Electric Co. trustee, to quit the Stevens Board of Directors, a post he held since 1974. This Month In SIU History During the two and onehalf years in which the SIU clinic program has been operating, a sharp decline in the incidence of tuberculosis among Seafarers has been noted. The clinics, which stress preventive medicine, offer physical examinations to all members. The major requirements for controlling tuberculosis are early detection and effective treatment. The SIU clinics supply the first and the U.S. Public Health Service Hospitals implement treatment and recovery of the Seafarer. Because of early detection at a clinic, the average treatment and recovery period for patients has also been drastically reduced and the need for surgery has declined. The trend is proving the union’s contention that regular diagnostic examinations will 1999 SIU members recently crewed the prepositioning ship M/V Major Bernard F. Fisher as the vessel prepared to start a five-year assignment for the U.S. Military Sealift Command (MSC). Seafarers and SIU officials took part in the vessel’s christening October 15 in Sunny Point, N.C. The former Sea Fox was renamed in honor of retired U.S. Air Force Col. Bernard F. Fisher, a Medal of Honor recipient who attended the ceremony. Seafarers LOG 17 �32578p5,6,10,15,16,18.qxd 9/27/2005 1:36 PM Page 18 Final Departures DEEP SEA JULIANNE ABERNATHY Sister Julianne Abernathy, 45, passed away Feb. 1. Born in Missouri, she joined the SIU in 1982 in Piney Point, Md. Sister Abernathy first sailed aboard the Sea-Land Patriot in the steward department. She last worked on the Overseas New York and called San Francisco home. JOSE AGUILERA Brother Jose Aguilera, 85, died Feb. 6. He began his seafaring career with the Marine Cooks & Stewards (MC&S) in 1956. Brother Aguilera was born in Mexico and shipped in the steward department. His last trip to sea was aboard Matson Navigation’s Kauai. Brother Aguilera made his home in Lakewood, Calif. KASSIM ALHARBE Brother Kassim Alharbe, 52, passed away June 26. He began sailing with the union in 1992. A native of Yemen, Brother Alharbe was a member of the deck department. His first vessel was the Independence; his last, the Cape Domingo. Brother Alharbe resided in Tacoma, Wash. FELICIANO CANON Brother Feliciano Canon, 82, died June 23. He became a member of the MC&S in 1953 in the port of Honolulu. Brother Canon was born in Hawaii and shipped in the steward department. He lived in Honolulu. MATHEW CIAVARELLA Pensioner Mathew Ciavarella, 76, passed away July 28. He started his seafaring career with the MC&S in the port of San Francisco. Brother Ciavarella worked in the steward department. He was born in Pennsylvania and called Wilmington, Calif. home. Brother Ciavarella began his retirement in 1978. ALEJO CRUZ Pensioner Alejo Cruz, 102, died March 26. He joined the SIU in 1945 in New York. Brother Cruz sailed in the deck department. The Puerto Ricoborn mariner retired in 1967. Brother Cruz was a resident of Carolina, P.R. BILLIE DARLEY Pensioner Billie Darley, 76, passed away Feb. 27. Brother Darley joined the union in 1947 in the port of San Francisco. He first worked on the Mobilian in the deck department. Brother Darley was born in Georgia. Prior to retiring in 1995, he sailed on the LNG Capricorn. Brother Darley made his home in Jacksonville, Fla. 18 Seafarers LOG DAVID DAVIS Pensioner David Davis, 66, died June 8. Brother Davis, who was from Eaton, Ohio, began shipping with the SIU in 1968 in the port of Seattle. He worked aboard the Ft. Hoskins in the engine department. Brother Davis last sailed on the Overseas Marilyn. He began receiving his pension in 2001 and made his home in Brazil. LOUIS DORNECKER Pensioner Louis Dornecker, 95, passed away March 22. He joined the MC&S in the port of San Francisco. Brother Dornecker was born in Washington state. He worked in the steward department. Brother Dornecker, who resided in San Francisco, retired in 1974. JOHN DOYLE Pensioner John Doyle, 82, died Jan. 24. Brother Doyle became an SIU member in 1956 in New Orleans after serving in the U.S. Army. Throughout his seafaring career, he worked aboard Delta Steamship Lines vessels. Brother Doyle was born in Louisiana and shipped in the deck department. He went on pension in 1985 and resided in New Orleans. OMAR ELLIOT Feb. 14. Brother Flynn, who was born in Ohio, joined the SIU in 1951 and sailed as a member of the engine department. Before retiring in 1989, he worked aboard the Long Lines. Brother Flynn was a resident of Wilmington, N.C. JOSEPH GROSS Pensioner Joseph Gross, 87, passed away Feb. 2. Brother Gross joined the SIU in 1959. He was a native of Indiana and worked in the deck department. Brother Gross started collecting his pension in 1982. He last sailed aboard the San Juan and resided in Orange Park, Fla. THOMAS LESTER Brother Thomas Lester, 54, died April 3. He began his seafaring career in 1979. Born in Canada, Brother Lester worked as a member of the deck department. His first voyage was aboard the Santa Mariana. Brother Lester, who last worked on the Horizon Spirit, called Grosse Pointe, Mich. home. Pensioner Omar Elliot, 89, passed away Feb. 8. Brother Elliot commenced his career with the Seafarers in 1951. His first ship was the Alcoa Runner. Brother Elliot was a member of the deck department. He last sailed on Marlin Steamship’s Mary. Brother Elliot started collecting his retirement pay in 1981. He called Bay Minette, Ala. home. Pensioner Ralin Manuel, 71, passed away May 2. Brother Manuel was born in Oberlin, La. He first shipped with the union in 1953 as a member of the steward department. Prior to retiring in 1989, he worked on the President Taylor. Brother Manuel lived in his native state. EDWARD EZRA HAROLD MINGUS Pensioner Edward Ezra, 75, died Feb. 20. Brother Ezra joined the SIU in 1967 in the port of Houston. His first ship was the Duval; his last vessel was the Champion. The engine department member was born in China. Brother Ezra retired in 1997. He made his home in Seabrook, Texas. JUANITO FIEL Pensioner Juanito Fiel, 69, passed away June 22. Brother Fiel began his seafaring career with the MC&S in 1979 in the port of San Francisco. He sailed on a number of Matson Navigation Co. vessels including the Californian and the Mokihana. Born in the Philippines, Brother Fiel sailed in the steward department. He retired in 1999 and lived in Concord, Calif. FRANK FLYNN JR Pensioner Frank Flynn Jr., 80, died RALIN MANUEL Pensioner Harold Mingus, 70, died Jan. 17. He launched his career with the SIU in 1973 in the port of San Francisco. Brother Mingus last sailed aboard the Mahimahi. The steward department member was born in the state of Washington and made his home in San Francisco. JAMIE PANTOJA Pensioner Jamie Pantoja, 89, passed away Feb. 23. Brother Pantoja became a member of the union in 1942, joining in New York. The Puerto Rico-born mariner was a member of the engine department. His last voyage was aboard the Borinquen. Brother Pantoja was a resident of Puerto Rico and went on pension in 1977. CLARENCE PEARSON Brother Clarence Pearson, 62, died June 13. He began his seafaring career in 1996 in the port of San Francisco. Brother Pearson was born in Oklahoma. He worked in the deck department, last sailing aboard the Rhode Island. Brother Pearson resided in Bakersfield, Calif. GEORGE PIERRE Pensioner George Pierre, 80, passed away May 5. Brother Pierre joined the SIU in 1951 in New York. He shipped in the deck department, most recently aboard the Cove Liberty. Brother Pierre was born in Trinidad and called Mobile, Ala. home. In 1986, he began receiving his retirement compensation. SEAPHUS PLAISANCE Brother Seaphus Plaisance, 72, died Feb. 6. He joined the SIU in 1970 in the port of Houston. Brother Plaisance was born in Louisiana. He last shipped on the Charleston. ALTON POLLOCK Pensioner Alton Pollock, 79, passed away Jan. 13. Brother Pollock started sailing with the SIU in 1969 in the port of Houston. Born in Arkansas, Brother Pollock sailed as a member of the steward department, first working aboard the Overseas Explorer. His last ship was the Cove Liberty. Brother Pollock retired in 1996 and made his home in Louisiana. VLADKO ROLL Pensioner Vladko Roll, 78, died Feb. 13. Brother Roll became a Seafarer in 1945 in the port of Mobile, Ala. He shipped in the deck department, most recently aboard the SeaLand Value. Born in Pennsylvania, he started receiving his retirement income in 1992. Brother Roll lived in his native state. SAMUEL WARREN Pensioner Samuel Warren, 73, passed away June 16. Brother Warren joined the union in 1951. He began working in the inland division and later sailed deep sea. He last shipped on the Green Island. Born in Virginia, Brother Warren was a member of the engine department. He went on pension in 1998 and resided in Norfolk, Va. INLAND NEWTON HAHL Pensioner Newton Hahl, 80, passed away Feb. 22. Boatman Hahl began his seafaring career in 1963 in St. Louis. Born in New Jersey, he was a resident of St. Louis. Boatman Hahl retired in 1992. GEORGE DIXON Pensioner George Dixon, 67, died Feb. 10. Boatman Dixon started his SIU career in 1964 in the port of Philadelphia. Born in Pennsylvania, Boatman Dixon last worked aboard a Maritrans vessel. He began collecting his pension in 1999 and called Philadelphia home. BOBBY MONSON Boatman Bobby Monson, 60, died Feb. 16. He became an SIU member in 1967, joining in Port Arthur, Texas. Boatman Monson worked in the deck department, initially with Higman Barge Lines. His most recent assignment was on a Dixie Carriers vessel. IRVING WALDEN Pensioner Irving Walden, 74, passed away Jan. 26. Boatman Walden joined the SIU in 1968 in the port of Norfolk, Va. He was born in Virginia and continued to live there. Boatman Walden went on pension in 1994. GREAT LAKES ROBERT HOLLENBECK Pensioner Robert Hollenbeck, 79, died April 18. Brother Hollenbeck joined the SIU in 1964 after serving in the U.S. Air Force. He was born in Frankfort, Mich. Brother Hollenbeck worked primarily aboard Luedtke Engineering Co. vessels in the deck department. He called Michigan home and began receiving his retirement pay in 1990. RAYMOND KLINE Pensioner Raymond Kline, 77, passed away June 10. Brother Kline started working with the SIU in 1960 in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. The Michigan-born mariner sailed in the deck department. Prior to retiring in 1993, he sailed on the Paul H. Townsend. Brother Kline was a resident of Alpena, Mich. Editor’s Note: The following brothers and sister, all former members of the National Maritime Union (NMU) and participants in the NMU Pension Trust, have passed away. Name Age D.O.D. Alamo, Isabelino Augulivicius, Frank Belakowski, Anthony Bielik, Adam Brewer, Jackie Calloway, Julius Castellanos, Gabriel Coalson, Brock Creighton, Robert Darbonne, Clarence Gates, Austin Gettis, Willie Insell, Grant Manning, Arthur Mills, Vernon Morales, Aristide Pierce, Frank Pizarro, Julio Reyes, Alonzo Rivas, Antonio Rivera, Antonia Rodriguez, Rodolfo Shepherd, Frederick Shorter, Robert Siguenza, Jorge Smith, Joseph Southard, Curtis Starkey, Robert Williams, Leroy 99 86 83 96 77 82 87 84 72 85 78 79 84 81 79 84 81 76 67 86 90 83 81 83 75 77 77 77 77 July 6 July 1 June 11 July 7 June 17 June 30 June 30 July 16 June 30 June 5 June 12 June 29 July 10 June 30 June 25 June 10 June 29 June 10 June 22 July 12 July 12 June 15 July 17 July 12 July 2 July 4 July 1 July 2 July 1 October 2005 �2005-October7,8,11,14,19-24.qxd 9/27/2005 2:44 PM Page 19 Digest of Shipboard Union Meetings The Seafarers LOG attempts to print as many digests of union shipboard minutes as possible. On occassion, because of space limitations, some will be omitted. Ships minutes first are reviewed by the uniion’s contract department. Those issues requiring attention or resolution are addressed by the union upon receipt of the ships’ minutes. The minutes are then forwarded to the Seafarers LOG for publicatiion. 1ST LT. JACK LUMMUS (American Overseas Marine), July 25—Chairman William L. Bratton, Secretary Kathleen A. Johnson, Educational Director Juanito P. Dansalan, Deck Delegate Randall C. Rodgers, Engine Delegate Kenneth L. Couture. Chairman spoke about medical benefit changes including new deductibles. Educational director urged everyone to upgrade at Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md. to advance in all departments. Treasurer stated $491 in ship’s fund. Suggestions made of ways to boost fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Discussion held regarding OT pay. Next ports: Guam; Okinawa; Chinhae, South Korea. BLUE RIDGE (Intrepid), July 29 —Chairman Kenneth L. McLamb, Secretary Eugene W. Von Flotow, Educational Director Mohamed S. Algalham, Deck Delegate Kenneth Baker, Engine Delegate Nestor V. Martinez, Steward Delegate Ronnie Richardson. Chairman announced payoff July 31 in Texas City, Texas. He advised crew members that cell phones are not allowed on deck. Educational director encouraged everyone to upgrade at Seafarers-affiliated school Piney Point. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Suggestion made to ask captain for money to purchase DVDs. Clarification requested regarding medical benefits for retirees. Crew inquired about improvements to Pension Plan. Vote of thanks given to steward department for good food. Piney Point school. Treasurer stated $1,090.25 in ship’s fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Letter that was sent to Seafarers Appeals Board pertaining to medical benefits was read along with response from VP Contracts Augie Tellez. Vote of thanks given to new chief steward Asril Syarbaini for great meals and to deck department for good job and keeping ship clean. Seafarers were reminded to check all document expiration dates. Members requested free weights and/or dumbbells for working out. Suggestion made regarding rotary shipping rules. HORIZON TRADER (Horizon Lines), July 24—Chairman Donald G. Rezendes, Secretary Kevin M. Dougherty, Educational Director Milan Dzurek, Deck Delegate Amante V. Gumiran, Engine Delegate Leonard P. Viles, Steward Delegate Saeed B. Saeed. Bosun thanked crew members for working safely and injury-free during voyage. He stated emergency shipping rules are no longer in effect. Also, due to changes in medical coverage, 125 days per year is now required in order to qualify for benefits. He advised crew to read freightship agreement concerning trip reliefs and explained process and purpose of written resolutions and motions. Suggestion made to add more classes for QMED at Paul Hall Center. Treasurer stated $430 in ship’s fund. No beefs; disputed OT reported in deck department. Payoff upon arrival in Tacoma, Wash. July 30. Next ports: Tacoma; Oakland, Calif.; Honolulu; Guam. EN YUNQUE (Interocean Ugland Management), July 31—Chairman Nathaniel Leary, Secretary Ivan R. Salis, Educational Director John J. Walsh, Deck Delegate Richard L. Gathers, Steward Delegate Juan Vallejo Hernandez. Chairman announced upcoming payoff in Puerto Rico. Secretary stressed importance of reading Seafarers LOG to stay up to date on current maritime issues. Educational director urged mariners to renew z-cards early. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Discussion held about job rotation. Thanks given to steward department for great cuisine. Crew reported hard run due to compressed schedule with docking and departure on same day. Recommendation made to increase food allowances. INTREPID (Maersk Line Limited), July 21—Chairman Abdullah R. Alwaseem, Secretary Guillermo F. Thomas, Educational Director Elwyn L. Ford, Deck Delegate Yahya Abdelkarim, Engine Delegate Romeo N. Rivera, Steward Delegate Fernando C. Onatiavia. Chairman announced payoff July 26 in Los Angeles, Calif. Questions raised pertaining to available OT. Ship to stay in Singapore shipyard two weeks before returning to Los Angeles. Secretary stated A/C thermostat to be fixed for better control of heating and cooling in rooms. Educational director urged all mariners to keep MMDs current and upgrade whenever possible. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew waiting for extra clothes dryer and stereo for crew lounge. HORIZON PRODUCER (Horizon Lines), July 28—Chairman Roan R. Lightfoot, Secretary William J. Bunch, Educational Director Charles L. Wharton, Deck Delegate Terry L. McKee, Engine Delegate Charles L. Wharton, Steward Delegate Antonio Colón. Chairman announced July 29 payoff in Jacksonville, Fla. and welcomed unlicensed apprentices Matthew D. Green and Archie D. Eldridge Jr. aboard ship. Educational director encouraged everyone to upgrade skills and endorsements at USNS SODERMAN (Maersk Line Limited), July 30—Chairman James D. Orlanda, Secretary Kimberly A. Strate, Educational Director Ousmane Ka, Deck Delegate Peter M. Fulcher, Engine Delegate Jorge W. Bodden, Steward Delegate Efren D. Matias. Chairman requested copies of new wages and medical benefits in order to provide accurate answers to questions raised by crew. Educational director advised Seafarers to take advantage of upgrading opportunities available at union-affiliated school in Piney October 2005 Point. Members voted against formation of ship’s fund since they are in port (Diego Garcia) and can get almost anything they need. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Discussion held regarding ROS base wages and vacation days. 2ND LT. JOHN P. BOBO (American Overseas Marine), Aug. 1—Secretary Dorray A. Saberon, Educational Director Michael P. Brown, Deck Delegate Roger D. Noah, Engine Delegate James L. Bates, Steward Delegate John M. Walsh. Educational director recommended more engine department courses at Piney Point school for advancement in refrigeration and electrician positions. Treasurer stated $588 in ship’s fund. He discussed possible methods to boost fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew recommended next contract include increase in vacation pay and base wages. Clarification requested on changes to medical plan. Mariners reminded about dress code in mess hall during meal hours. Next port: Malta. HORIZON ENTERPRISE (Horizon Lines), Aug. 14—Chairman Kissinfor N. Taylor, Secretary Franchesca D. Rose, Educational Director Michael J. Wells, Deck Delegate Rufino J. Giray, Engine Delegate Cecilio A. Banga, Steward Delegate Alejo A. Fabia Jr. Bosun announced room and sanitary inspections Aug. 16. He commended crew for working well together during voyage. Educational director reminded mariners to renew z-cards and documents early to avoid hold-up when it’s time to sail. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Seafarers requested satellite phone on main deck be fixed so they can call home without imposing on captain and chief engineer to use their office phones. Members would like to be informed by union hall whether standby relief jobs have been filled prior to Honolulu hall’s closing time on Saturday, so they can plan accordingly. This will alleviate problems caused when crew members take off without relief. Vote of appreciation from captain, chief engineer and officers to bosun and his department for cleaning and painting vessel. Thanks also to steward department for great food and barbecues as well as cleanliness of ship’s house. HORIZON RELIANCE (Horizon Lines), Aug. 21—Chairman Anthony R. Carvalho, Secretary Brenda M. Kamiya, Educational Director Kevin T. McCagh, Deck Delegate Bruce D. Bussert, Steward Delegate Abdulla M. Baabbad. Chairman announced Aug. 27 arrival in port and reminded everyone to clean rooms before departing ship. Secretary reported smooth sailing and good crew. Educational director suggested need for more classes for engine department at Paul Hall Center. Treasurer stated $700.89 in ship’s fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Suggestion made to increase pension benefits. Vote of thanks given to steward department for good food and service. SEABULK ARCTIC (Seabulk International), Aug. 14—Chairman Thomas MacGregor, Secretary Mark S. Scardino, Educational Director Salome Castro, Deck Delegate Modesto Y. Rabena Jr., Engine Delegate Melgar D. Daquio, Steward Delegate Lemuel E. Robinson. Bosun read president’s report from Seafarers LOG. Secretary thanked everyone for helping maintain ship cleanliness. Educational director advised mariners to begin renewal process of documents early due to long waiting periods. He also encouraged them to check out courses available at Seafarers-affiliated school to improve and upgrade their skills. No beefs; disputed OT reported in deck and steward departments. Steward delegate talked about importance of attending shipboard meetings. Suggestions made regarding improvement to pension and welfare plans. New washer requested in crew laundry; crew asked to remember to clean lint traps in dryers for safety. Steward department given thanks for preparing good food. informed crew of receipt of new pay scale. Repair list has been posted for work to be done while in shipyard. Discussion held about changes in medical plan, and he passed out copies of changes. Captain to purchase NFL package for satellite TV. Secretary reported ship to change runs from West Coast to East Coast beginning Sept. 2. Treasurer stated money in ship’s fund to be used to purchase NFL package. Fund will then need to be built back up. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Letter from company posted concerning new pay scale and pending contract. Aboard the Chesapeake in Diego Garcia Steward/Baker Emilio Cordova SA Franklin Bandoh OMU John Steeber submitted these photos of fellow Seafarers at work earlier this year aboard the USNS Chesapeake, a tanker that is currently activated for duty with the Prepositioning Program. Jesse Jones Next ports: Richmond, Calif.; Port Angeles, Wash. SULPHUR ENTERPRISE (Central Gulf Lines), Aug. 25— Chairman Errol M. Pinkham Jr., Secretary Darryl K. Goggins, Educational Director Alfred G. Lane, Deck Delegate Manfred L. Wedell. Secretary asked those crew members getting off ship to leave rooms clean and supplied with fresh linen for next person. Educational director encouraged crew to upgrade skills at the union-affiliated school in Piney Point. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Members discussed number of recommendations for future contracts including increase in pay, improved medical benefits and standard contract. Vote of thanks to steward department for job well done. Next port: Galveston, Texas. USNS RICHARD G. MATTHIESEN (Ocean Ships), Aug. 20— Chairman Dana Naze, Secretary Raymond L. Jones, Educational Director Moises N. Johnson, Deck Delegate Jose Garcia, Engine Delegate Wayne F. Gonsalves, Steward Delegate Raford C. Nixon. Chairman Paul Williams Thanks given to steward department for great job. Next ports: Pearl Harbor, Hawaii; Rodman, Panama; Houston. USNS FRED W. STOCKHAM (American Overseas Marine), Aug. 9—Chairman Andrew B. Barrows, Secretary Stephen M. Avallone, Educational Director Charles W. Clarkley Jr., Deck Delegate Ira E. Thomas, Engine Delegate Jon I. Hemba, Steward Delegate Allen Van Buren. Bosun announced Aug. 15, Paul Hall Day, is payable holiday. He reported company turnover from Amsea to Keystone to take place in February or March 2006. Clarification requested on opportunities for employment with Keystone and of copies of new Keystone agreement. Educational director advised everyone to upgrade whenever possible at Paul Hall Center. Treasurer stated $400 in ship’s fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Letter received from VP Contracts Augie Tellez pertaining to Keystone acquisition. It was read and posted. Crew members reminded to take any grievances through proper channels. Seafarers LOG 19 �32578p7,8,11,14,19-24.qxd 9/27/2005 4:16 PM Page 20 Know Your Rights FINANCIAL REPORTS. The Constitution of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District/NMU makes specific provision for safeguarding the membership’s money and union finances. The constitution requires a detailed audit by certified public accountants every year, which is to be submitted to the membership by the secretary-treasurer. A yearly finance committee of rank-and-file members, elected by the membership, each year examines the finances of the union and reports fully their findings and recommendations. 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/NMU 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. SHIPPING RIGHTS. A member’s shipping rights and seniority are protected exclusively by contracts between the union and the employers. Members should get to know their shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and available in all union halls. If members believe there have been violations of their shipping or seniority rights as contained in the contracts between the union and the employers, they should notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mail, return receipt requested. The proper address for this is: Augustin Tellez, Chairman Seafarers Appeals Board 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 Your union office should set the standard for union-made goods and services. And, today, you don’t have to settle for less. From copy machines to furniture, from communications services to software to pens and paper—the best-equipped union offices are outfitted to serve union families with products and services from union members. For more information, visit www.shopunionmade.org. High-speed internet connections: Adelphia Communications Cablevision Systems Corp. Comcast Unions-America Web Connectivity LLC Computers, laptops and peripherals: Union Built PC Van Elgort Information Systems Copiers, printers and office equipment: Sharp Xerox Wireless phone service: Cingular Phone service: AT&T SBC Communications Office supplies and equipment: Continental Business Systems Impact Office Products Union Office Solutions Security: Cincy Safe Corp. Gardall Safe Corp. Document and Record Storage: SourceCorp 20 Seafarers LOG Calendars: At-A-Glance Daytimer Paper: Weyerhauser Mead Westvaco Georgia Pacific Kimberly-Clark Pens: Shaeffer Pelican Bic “Stic” Parker Business furniture systems furniture, chairs, tables, desks, filing cabinets): Allsteel Office Furnishings American Seating Pennsylvania House Furniture the Taylor Companies Crawford Furniture Company the Northland Corporation Princeton Upholstery Coffee: Union Coffee Co. Crane Vending Machines Floor Covering: Masland Carpet Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to members at all times, either by writing directly to the union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which an SIU member works and lives aboard a ship or boat. Members should know their contract rights, as well as their obligations, such as filing for overtime (OT) on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If, at any time, a member believes that an SIU patrolman or other union official fails to protect their contractual rights properly, he or she should contact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY — THE SEAFARERS LOG. The Seafarers LOG traditionally has refrained from publishing any article serving the political purposes of any individual in the union, officer or member. It also has refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the union or its collective membership. This established policy has been reaffirmed by membership action at the September 1960 meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsibility for Seafarers 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. PAYMENT 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 circumstances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any 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 or she should not have been required to make such payment, this should immediately be reported to union headquarters. CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. 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 contents. Any time a member feels any other member or officer is attempting to deprive him or her of any constitutional right or obligation by any methods, such as dealing with charges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, the member so affected should immediately notify 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 discriminated against because of race, creed, color, sex, national or geographic origin. If any member feels that he or she is denied the equal rights to which he or she is entitled, the member should notify union headquarters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DONATION — SPAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fund. Its proceeds are used to further its objects and purposes including, 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 condition of membership in the union or of employment. If a contribution is made by reason of the above improper conduct, the member should notify the Seafarers International Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the contribution for investigation and appropriate action and refund, if involuntary. A member should support SPAD to protect and further his or her economic, political and social interests, and American trade union concepts. NOTIFYING THE UNION—If at any time a member feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he or she has been denied the constitutional right of access to union records or information, the member should immediately notify SIU President Michael Sacco at headquarters by certified mail, return receipt requested. The address is: Michael Sacco, President Seafarers International Union 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746. October 2005 �32578p7,8,11,14,19-24.qxd 9/27/2005 3:23 PM Page 21 SEAFARERS PAUL HALL CENTER UPGRADING COURSE SCHEDULE The following is the schedule of courses at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md. through the end of this year. All programs are geared to improve the job skills of Seafarers and to promote the American maritime industry. Please note that this schedule may change to reflect the needs of the membership, the maritime industry and—in times of conflict—the nation’s security. Students attending any of these classes should check in the Saturday before their course’s start date. The courses listed here will begin promptly on the morning of the start dates. For classes ending on a Friday, departure reservations should be made for Saturday. Seafarers who have any questions regarding the upgrading courses offered at the Paul Hall Center may call the admissions office at (301) 994-0010. Engine Upgrading Courses Course Start Date Date of Completion Welding October 24 November 11 Marine Electrical Maintenance Refresher October 3 October 17 October 31 November 28 October 14 October 28 November 11 December 9 Safety Specialty Courses Course Start Date Date of Completion Government Vessels October 31 November 4 November 14 November 18 October 17 October 21 Tankerman (PIC) Barge* Deck Upgrading Courses Course Start Date Date of Completion Able Seaman November 14 December 9 Automatic Radar Plotting Aids* October 24 October 28 GMDSS (Simulator) October 31 November 11 Lifeboatman/Water Survival September 19 September 30 October 29 November 11 Radar October 10 October 19 Radar Renewal (1 day): October 31 (ARPA) (*must have radar unlimited) (*must have basic fire fighting) Academic Department Courses General education and college courses are available as needed. In addition, basic vocational support program courses are offered throughout the year, one week prior to the AB, QMED Junior Engineer, FOWT, Third Mate, Tanker Assistant and Water Survival courses. An introduction to computers course will be self-study. Look for additional upgrading course dates in an upcoming issue Steward Upgrading Courses of the Seafarers LOG. Galley Operations/Advanced Galley Operations modules start every week. Certified Chief Cook/Chief Steward classes start every other week beginning September 19, 2005. � UPGRADING APPLICATION Name ________________________________________________________________ Address_______________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________ Telephone _________________________ Deep Sea Member † Lakes Member Date of Birth ______________________ † Inland Waters Member † If the following information is not filled out completely, your application will not be processed. Social Security # ______________________ Book # _________________________ Seniority _____________________________ Department _____________________ U.S. Citizen: Yes † No † Home Port _____________________________ With this application, COPIES of the following must be sent: One hundred and twenty (120) days seatime for the previous year, one day in the last six months prior to the date your class starts, USMMD (z-card) front and back, front page of your union book indicating your department and seniority, and qualifying seatime for the course if it is Coast Guard tested. All OL, AB, JE and Tanker Assistant (DL) applicants must submit a U.S. Coast Guard fee of $140 with their application. The payment should be made with a money order only, payable to LMSS. COURSE BEGIN DATE END DATE ____________________________ _______________ _______________ ____________________________ _______________ _______________ ____________________________ _______________ _______________ ____________________________ _______________ _______________ ____________________________ _______________ _______________ ____________________________ _______________ _______________ Endorsement(s) or License(s) now held _____________________________________ LAST VESSEL: _____________________________________ Rating: ___________ _____________________________________________________________________ Date On: ___________________________ Date Off: ________________________ Are you a graduate of the SHLSS/PHC trainee program? † Yes † No If yes, class # __________________________________________________________ Have you attended any SHLSS/PHC upgrading courses? † Yes † No If yes, course(s) taken ___________________________________________________ Do you hold the U.S. Coast Guard Lifeboatman Endorsement? † Yes † No Firefighting: † Yes † No CPR: † Yes † No Primary language spoken ________________________________________________ October 2005 SIGNATURE __________________________________ DATE ________________ NOTE: Transportation will be paid in accordance with the scheduling letter only if you present original receipts and successfully complete the course. If you have any questions, contact your port agent before departing for Piney Point. RETURN COMPLETED APPLICATION TO: Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education, Admissions Office, P.O. Box 75, Piney Point, MD 20674-0075; or fax to (301) 994-2189. The Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education is a private, non-profit, equal opportunity institution and admits students, who are otherwise qualified, of any race, nationality or sex. The school complies with applicable laws with regard to admission, access or treatment of students in its programs or activities. 10/05 Seafarers LOG 21 �2005-October7,8,11,14,19-24.qxd 9/27/2005 3:08 PM Page 22 Paul Hall Center Classes Unlicensed Apprentice Water Survival Class 665 — Graduating from the water survival class are unlicensed apprentices from class 665. They are (in alphabetical order) Ken Ada, Perry Anglin, Michael Bartley, Kelvin Brown, Darryl Churchill, Michael Drena, Andrew Dysart, Daniel Evans, Kenneth Fecher, Arlyn Fernandez, Brian Finney, Jonathan Grohowski, Ryan Colsson, Judea Holloman, Jacob Kamp, Chelsea Ketner, Tyler Lawrence, Norman Lucas, Garrett Phillips, Carlos Ramirez Pastor, Theodore Riley Jr., Jose Rodrigues, Justin Ryan, Velma Santiago, Angelo Sullivan, Michael Terrazas, Nathan Thomas, Jesse Tornabene, Clark Tubbs, Jeffrey Tubbs, Penny Williams, Marcus Wilson, Ivan Zapata and Edward Zimich. Able Seaman — Receiving certificates for completion of the AB class ending June 24 are (in no specific order) John Frey, Stefon Otey, Martin Simmons Jr., Neftali Erausquin, Joe Legree, Jeffrey Raum Jr., Francis Dundas, Brian Robison, Kyle Rayborn, Keith Rost, Barney George, Mark Kane, Brannon Adams, Kent Harper, James Carey, Michael Smorowski, LeToya Nix, Edward Tanaka, Michael Ratigan and Nathan Garrison. ARPA — Earning their ARPA certificates June 24 are (in alphabetical order) Joseph Brosher, Thomas Burke, Larry Claghorn, Darrel Koonce Jr., Paul Lind, Edward Milstead, Paul Voisin and John Zabielski. Their instructor, Mike Smith, is at far left. Tanker Familiarization Assistant Cargo (DL) — With instructor Jim Shaffer (far right) are students who completed this course June 17. In no specific order, they are Mark Ward Sr., Tyrone Benjamin, William Britton, Harsono Saratoga, Dean Diaz Sr., Douglas Foley, John Daniels, Thomas Ellington, Jonathan Singleton, Anthony Jacobson, Andre Skevnick, Anto Tunjic, Gary Turner, William Parker, Jose Bautista Jr., Kenneth Powell and Rodolfo Vecino. Basic Auxiliary Plant Operations — Small Arms — June 24 was graduation day for those in the small arms training class. They are (in no specific order) Samuel Thatcher, Luis Segul, Remington Aldrete, Kemer Rojas, Geoffrey Hall, David Spangler, Danny Faidley, Edward Johnson, Timothy Eide Jr., Abraham Straughter, William Price Jr., Philandar Walton, David Spaulding, Kenny Potts and Lawrence Richardson. Completing this course June 17 are upgraders Jovita Carino, Richard Cole, Joseph Huff, Earl Kendrick, Santos Maximo and Justin Stahl. The unlicensed apprentices in the course included Andre Anderson, Heather Bushey, Danny Faidley, Jeffery Griffin, Alexander Hill, Edward Johnson, Kathy Lakoduk, Michael Moerbeek, Oscar Pena, William Price Jr, Abraham Straughter, Josh Sypolt and Philandar Walton. Basic Safety Training Classes Computer Lab Classes June 10 — Abigail Schubert shows off her certificate of achievement for completion of a computer course. With her is instructor Rick Prucha. 22 Seafarers LOG June 24 — Instructor Rick Prucha (standing) also congratulates Joseph Huff (left) and Arnie Borja for their proven proficiency in various computer courses. STCW, June 24: Precilo Abad, Bronson Aea, Joseph Aguero, Lilac Alfke, Benjamin Baldwin, Jose Bautista, Jennifer Bruce, Cynthia Buchanan, Christopher Carr, Zina Carr, Jose Carranza, Yolando Castro, Jose Chahal, Aaron Cochran, Wilfred Colon, Christopher Conner, Bjana Cook, Rosalina Coronado, Sarah Crowe, Diana De La Torre, Donald Delorme, James Dunlap, Philip Forman and Fred Forsythe. October 2005 �32578p7,8,11,14,19-24.qxd 9/27/2005 3:53 PM Page 23 Paul Hall Center Classes Basic Safety Training Classes STCW, June 24: STCW, June 24: Donald Bryn, Emerson Eads, Benjamin Fitzhugh, Joseph Fleming, Musa Gabarelseed, Dak Gilmore, Victoria Grant, Sharon Gray, Charles Green, Kenneth Hair, John Hartman, Robert Henry, Paulette Horton, Cndace Hurley, Mark Hush, Jessica Ingles, Erkan Isik, Rickey Jackson, Miles Janecka, John Jasinski, Joselito Jimenez, John Knott, Catherine Leone, Amy Lewie and Donna Lindsey. Uverna Johnson, Sandra Lieteau, Steven Lonas, Richard Lovelace, Johnny Lujan, Jason Lutovsky, Bradford MacInnis, Peggy McCarty, William McIntyre, Raul Medina, Romel Medina, Anna Miller, Ayana Miller, Rebecca Minick, Alan Moody, Annie Morris,Marc Newbold, Scott Owens, Cisco Perez, Maniphone Phouangkeo, Rebecca Reed, Hezam Reyme, Rebecca Riehn, Carmela Rininsland and Harsono Saratoga. STCW — NCL, June 10: Treesa Dawes, Elena De Los STCW, June 24: Dale Harrison, Uverna Johnson, Victor Omagap, Emmanuel Sarate, Jeremy Smith, Keenan Smith, Louis Smith, Milton Smith III, Janet Stephens, Keith Stokes, Loyce Stokes, Richard Stone, Sean Storm, William Stuckey, Pat Tatsakorn, Augustus Torralba, Gary Turner, Eric Vernon Jr., Marianne Waters, Micah West, Julie Williams, Katja Wiss, Ashley Wolfe, Emilia Woodin and Robert Zeman. (Note: Not all are pictured.) Santos, Melissa Denys, Lester Dixon, Chester Eaton, Maria Ellison, Irene Evans, Nestor Evaristo Jr., Ashley Feltrop, Ryan Fisher, Elizabeth Foster, Luther Franklin, Jimmy Gallaher, Elizabeth Gander, Derek Gisness, Genney Groesbeck, Hannah Harbert, Austin Harris, Bruce Harrison-Knight, Teodoro Hernandez and Clemel Hill. STCW — STCW — NCL, June 10: Benjamin Adams, Garland Albert, Omar Alcantara, Chris Aubuchon, Gabriel Bailey, Rose Bates, Scott Berman, Sheldon Brown, Melvin Brown II, Susanne Brunsch, Cynthia Bush, Katie Calahan, Mark Castro, Mary Aileen Cepeda, Antonio Chavez, Jennifer Clare, Heather Cook, Aubrey Davis, Cory Davis and Zachary Davis. NCL, June 17: Jose Albo, Sondra Aldama, Vanessa Anderbrhan, Edward Baker, Lilibeth Ballesteros, Miguel Balli, Leroy Baxter, Brook Bender, Felicia Blake, Dinae Brooks, Kevin Burns, Katie Campbell, Kathleen Cannon, Theresa Carswell, Samantha Chinigo, Jennifer Cockrell, George Collier, Brandon Cornish, Dawone Cornish, Christopher Craig, Chad Cunningham and Arnulfo Dichoso. STCW — NCL, June 10: Rodolfo Cunanan, Olga Navarro, Regelio Navarro, Nathan Nguyen, Nathan Ondrusek, Jeffrey Pelland, Denise Presley, Leonardo Rodriguez, Steven Rosario, Christine Searcy, Jason Shoop, Cathy Sloan, Carlos Smith, Demetrius Smith, John Smith, Michael Thomas, Matthew Traya, Edward Washburn and Zeenat Watts. October 2005 STCW — NCL, June 17: John Dombeck, Leslie Early, Pamela Everage, Kathleen Freeman, Tyron Freeman, Chris Gray, James Hawk, Casey Hayasaki, Matthew Hendrix, Meagan Hirshorn, Terrie Hobson, Susan Holzem, Tyrone Horton, Laura Johnston, Celess Jollymore, Quentin Jones, Thomas Kunkel, Ding-Kwun Lee and Derrick Lewis. STCW — NCL, June 17: Dale Pleak, Jaime Regalado, Evan Robinson, Antonio Robleto, Paul Rodriguez, Aristotle Savaiki, Geoffrey Scott, Heather Scott, Casey Shank, Bart Shuford, Jessica Simmons, Linda Storer, Erin Swetkoff, Phillip Torres, Leonardo Uy, Sandra Vanryckeghem, Marisela Vasquez, Samuel White, Benjamin Williams, Christopher Williams, Kamica Williams and Jessica Wrubel. STCW — NCL, June 7: Bryce Lippert, Rebecca Livers, Kathleen Long, Susan Maisenbach, Stephen McCormick, Joel McDermeit, Jesse McDonald, Hervin McLean, Caitlin Merdian, Clarence Mitchell, Keith Moore, Cassie Morrish, Yamiletl Mosquera, Kristy Mullen, Noel Nededog, Debra Nelson, Rolly Nicolas, John Noisy Hawk, Arthur Nzemene, Jeff O’Neal, Lainie Patterson and Mindy Peal. STCW — NCL, June 10: Mandy Holtz, Donald Hurst, John Jay, Ben Jobe, Lynn Johnson, Charlotte Jones, Annette Jordan, Paul Kavanagh, Patricia Kent, Jennifer Lee, Felicita Lopez, Teresita Magallanes, Holly Martens, Bengie Martinez, Randall Maynard, Katherine Monaco, Jose Montemayor, Melissa Moser and Stephen Moyher III. Seafarers LOG 23 �32578p7,8,11,14,19-24.qxd 9/27/2005 4:38 PM Page 24 Providing P roviding R elief A fter Hurricane K atrina — pages 1, 2, 3, 12, 13 The ITB Great Lakes Trader is docked in Marine City, Mich. Bosun Jeff Eckhart operates the deck winch aboard the American Republic in Cleveland, Ohio. Great Lakes Vessels Help Drive U.S. Economy SIU members crew many of the U.S.-flag vessels on the Great Lakes, carrying the raw materials that help drive the nation’s economy: iron ore and fluxstone for the steel industry, limestone and cement for the constuction industry and coal for power generation. Filling out paperwork on board the ITB Great Lakes Trader is Mate Brian Sauvey. Great Lakes Towing’s tug Idaho (right) is in tow on the Maumee River in Toledo, Ohio. To the left is the Hannah tug James A. Hannah and its barge. Ricky Hebert is the captain on the ITB Great Lakes Trader. Engineer Richard Bowermaster puts the winch in gear aboard the ITB Cleveland Rocks in Cleveland. DEUs David Barber Jr. and Ahmed Ali grab hold of the lines to help moor the American Republic in Cleveland. Working aboard the ITB Cleveland Rocks is Conveyorman Saleh Ahmed. Ready to dock a GLT Harbor tug in Toledo is AB Mark Nicholson. The tug Sandusky, a recent addition to the Laken Shipping fleet, is being prepared for fit-out at the Toledo Shipyard. Cook Richard Gauthier (left) talks with Rep. Don Thornton in the galley aboard the ITB Great Lakes Trader. 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Title A name given to the resource October 2005 Description An account of the resource HEADLINESEXPANDED MSP BEGINS SIU GAINS 13 SHIPS IN NEW PROGRAM MARITRANS TO BUILD 3 ATBS SIU DELIVERS KATRINA RELIEF SEAFARERS MOBILIZE SHIPS, UNION ESTABLISHES FUND OCEAN SHIPS, INC. TO OPERATE T-5 TANKERS MAERSK TO OPERATE FAST SEALIFT SHIPS MSC AGREEMENT SIGNALS JOB RETENTION FOR SIU MEMBERS GENERAL HANDY JOINS HORIZON LINES TRAINEE COMMANDANT GILLILAND DIES AT 57 AFL-CIO OKS ‘SOLIDARITY CHARTERS’ ACTION ALLOWS LOCALS TO PARTICIPATE IN LABOR COUNCILS, STATE FEDERATIONS ITF SLAMS NEW IRAQI CRACKDOWN ON UNIONS HIGH COST OF MEDICAL PREMIUMS IS ASTOUNDING UIW SETS ORGANIZING AS TOP GOAL CONVENTION HONORS VICTIMS AND HEROES OF September 11 LABOR SECRETARY LAUDS UNION, SCHOOL SECRETARY CHAO TOURS PAUL HALL CENTER SAFETY DIRECTORS SHARPEN SKILLS AT PAUL HALL CENTER FOR SEAFARERS, IT’S ALWAYS ‘SAFETY FIRST’ CRUISE VACATIONS OFFERED TO UNION MEMBERS, FAMILIES GOV’T OFFERS NEW MEDICARE PRESCRIPTION DRUG COVERAGE SEAFARER RUNDBLAD STILL GOING STRONG USNS POLLUX AMONG FIRST TO PROVIDE AID GREAT LAKES VESSELS HELP DRIVE U.S. ECONOMY Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Seafarers Log Digital Copies 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 10/01/2005 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. 67, No. 5 2005 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/0c5809082906b9d1f819d8e02c60332e.pdf 05f2614af65786fcce337dd795b143af PDF Text Text Volume 68, Number 10 October 2006 “It’s important for presidents to embrace the Jones Act. I have supported the Jones Act and will con ntinue to do so.” President George W. Bush September 4, 2006 The SIU and its affiliated training facility were complimented by President George W. Bush on Labor Day when the commander-inchief visited Piney Point, Md. to give a speech in which he also reaffirmed strong backing of the U.S. maritime industry (as reflected in his comments about the Jones Act, above). SIU President Michael Sacco (left in photo at right) introduced President Bush, whose administration consistently has supported the U.S. Merchant Marine. Before addressing the crowd at the Seafarers-affiliated Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education, President Bush took the wheel inside the full mission bridge simulator. Pages 2, 3, 12 and 13. �Crowley Building 4 More ATBs President’s Report Supporting the Jones Act Nine words. That’s all it took for President Bush to bring his administration’s support of the domestic fleet into national focus. Speaking at the SIU’s affiliated training facility on Labor Day, the president stated, “It’s important for presidents to embrace the Jones Act.” He also pledged to continue backing the Jones Act, a law that requires cargo moving between domestic ports to be carried on ships that are crewed, built, owned and flagged American. No one who worked in our industry in the midMichael Sacco 1990s would take such statements lightly. Back then, the Jones Act was under severe attack from foreign-flag interests who were out to sink the domestic American-flag fleet. Those foreign entities and their U.S. front men were vicious, but they also were slick. They launched an expensive campaign of disinformation which unfortunately gained footing among some members of Congress. The threat was quite real and very significant. Bills were introduced to weaken or wipe out the Jones Act, which has served our nation’s best interests since its enactment in 1920 as part of the U.S. Merchant Marine Act. Some of those bills picked up more than a few cosponsors, as did related proposed legislation also designed to cripple the American-flag fleet. Our industry responded in part by forming the Maritime Cabotage Task Force or MCTF, a group described as the most broad-based coalition the American maritime industry has ever put together to promote laws guarding our nation’s right to control the maritime traffic within our borders. The SIU proudly signed on as a charter member and today remains one of the MCTF’s more than 350 members—a group including the Maritime Trades Department, other maritime unions, vessel owners and operators, shipyards, trade associations, pro-defense groups and many others. With the truth on our side, we set the record straight on what the Jones Act and other cabotage laws mean to America’s national and economic security. We produced trustworthy studies that demonstrated how America’s Jones Act fleet is the foundation of the world’s safest and most efficient transportation system. By 1997, a majority of House members once again publicly endorsed the Jones Act, and the threat from that particular era had been extinguished. Today, support for our cabotage regulations is strong, both in the administration and in Congress. For proof, look no further than the president’s Labor Day statements and the current orders for new U.S.flag tankers in Philadelphia and San Diego—at least 19 ships in all. Businesses simply don’t make those kinds of investments unless they’re confident. In this case, they are confident in America’s ability to build good ships, provide safe crews and uphold the laws that help preserve our U.S. Merchant Marine at a dangerous period in history when our nation simply cannot afford to be without one. Of course, the attacks haven’t completely gone away. Pro-maritime political candidates in Hawaii are fighting off pesky attempts to diminish the time-tested laws that help maintain a pool of well-trained, loyal, U.S. citizen crews. Other salvos are fired from time to time, normally on a small scale but always with the threat that even a small weakening of the Jones Act ultimately could lead to disaster. It’s also worth mentioning that last year around this time, the MCTF effectively let the federal government know that the Jones Act fleet unquestionably can meet our nation’s domestic maritime transportation needs, both during routine times and in crises like the ones right after Hurricanes Katrina and Rita. The coalition approached a delicate and difficult situation and turned it into a positive for our industry, from the standpoint of educating legislators and others about the sometimes underestimated capacity of the domestic fleet. Even with that relatively brief bit of background, you can see why President Bush’s words about the Jones Act last month mean so much. His statements are a testament to the importance and effectiveness of the Jones Act as well as the reliability of the crew members and ship operators and others who keep the domestic fleet afloat. To the rank-and-file members and retirees of our union, I thank all of you—because you are a big part of the reason why the President of the United States can stand up for the U.S.-flag merchant fleet. Volume 68, Number 10 October 2006 The SIU on line: www.seafarers.org The Seafarers LOG (ISSN 1086-4636) is published monthly by the Seafarers International Union; Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District/NMU, AFL-CIO; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, MD 20746. Telephone (301) 8990675. Periodicals postage paid at Southern Maryland 20790-9998. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the Seafarers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. Communications Director, Jordan Biscardo; Managing Editor/Production, Deborah A. Hirtes; Associate Editor, Jim Guthrie; Art, Bill Brower; Administrative Support, Misty Dobry. Copyright © 2006 Seafarers International Union, AGLIWD All Rights Reserved. 2 Seafarers LOG Four new builds are on the horizon for SIU-contracted Crowley Maritime Corp. Officials from the company’s vessel management services division last month announced the signing of a contract to build four more articulated tug-barge (ATB), 185,000-barrel tank vessels. The new vessels are slated to be built at Halter Marine in Pascagoula, Miss. and then delivered in six-month intervals between the first half of 2009 and the end of 2010. Including owner-furnished equipment, they will have an estimated delivered cost of $236 million. The four new ATBs (Pride/650-7, Achievement/650-8, Innovation/650-9 and Vision/650-10) will be operated by Crowley’s petroleum services segment as they are completed. These four new vessels will bring Crowley’s total ATB fleet to 14, consisting of four 155,000-barrel and ten 185,000-barrel ATBs. Four of Crowley’s 155,000-barrel vessels, the Sea Reliance/550-1, Sound Reliance/550-2, Ocean Reliance /550-3 and Coastal Reliance/550-4 have each made more than 100 successful voyages and moved over 75 million barrels of product with zero spills in the last four years, averaging approximately 21 million barrels moved a year. The first of the 185,000-barrel ATBs, Pacific Reliance/650-1 was christened at the end of March. The second vessel of this type, Gulf Reliance has been delivered and the 650-2 is under construction for Crowley in Mississippi and is scheduled for delivery in the fourth quarter of 2006. The remaining vessels contracted in 2005 (Resolve/650-3, Commitment/650-4, Courage/650-5 and Integrity/ 650-6) will be delivered by 2008. “It’s always good news when new tonnage enters the U.S.-flag fleet,” said SIU Vice President Contracts George Tricker. “Crowley has a great safety record and our crews are dedicated, productive, safe and reliable—all of which goes hand-inhand with what the company depends on.” “We have received extremely positive feedback from our customers on our ATBs,” said Tom Crowley Jr., company chairman, president and CEO. “The first 10 ATBs have all been chartered, and we are extending the 650 series to meet additional demand for this class vessel as soon as possi- ble. These vessels offer compelling economics and exceptional safety and performance.” An ATB has an articulated, or hinged, connection system between the tug and barge, which allows movement in one axis or plane in the critical area of fore and aft pitch. The four tugs being built under the new contract will be interchangeable with the other tugs in the company’s ATB fleet. The 185,000barrel barges will be substantially identical to those currently under construction. The new ATBs feature the latest systems technology and double-hull construction for maximum safety and reliability. Not only does the unit have the capability of transporting refined products, but it can also carry heated cargoes and easy chemicals, which require special arrangements of vents, stripping systems, pump components and tank coatings not required of product carriers. All of Crowley’s ATBs are built under the ABS SafeHull program for environmental protection. This program puts the vessel design through an exhaustive review to identify structural loads and strengthen the vessel structure. The 650-Class barges will be 27,000 deadweight tons, 587 feet in length, 74 feet in breadth and 40 feet in depth. The fully loaded draft will be 30 feet. There is an electrically driven cargo pump in each of the 14 cargo tanks to assure maximum cargo integrity and segregation flexibility; two anchor windlasses and associated equipment to enable the vessel to accommodate offshore mooring operations, and a vacuum system with three retention tanks to easily handle cargo changes. There also is a dual mode inert gas system and vapor collection system for maximum safety. An enhanced mooring system features 1,000-foot Spectra-type lines on split drums with a high-speed recovery rate of 100 feet per minute. The tugs meet all SOLAS (Safety of Life at Sea) and ABS criteria, and have a foam capable fire monitor; twin heavy fuel engines; a noise reduction package and other upgrades to increase crew comfort. The communication and navigation equipment is among the most technologically advanced in the industry today. Seafarers Vote on Amendments Voting began Sept. 1 for the purpose of amending the constitution of the Seafarers International Union/ AGLIWD/ NMU. As previously reported, SIU members may cast secret ballots at union halls or by mail through Oct. 31, 2006. A constitutional committee was elected at the June 5, 2006 membership meeting in Piney Point, Md., in accordance with Article XXV, Section 2 of the constitution. The members of that committee studied proposed amendments to the constitution that had been submitted by the executive board, and the committee recommended that the changes be approved and brought to a vote by the membership. The full text of their report was published in the August issue of the Seafarers LOG and was presented to the membership at membership meetings. Some of the proposed changes include a modification of the types of mail services that may be utilized for union election cycles (reflecting the increased use of overnight mail and similar ser- Right: Voting at the Honolulu hall is Electrician Efren Villarosa. Port Agent Neil Dietz is at right. Securing their ballots at the Baltimore hall are (from left) AB Nestor Agcaoili, AB Kim Brown and Chief Steward Robert Brown. vices and the decline of telegrams); creation of a “retiree members” class, retroactive to Jan. 1, 2006; elimination of the position of vice-president at large from the list of elected officers (to take place after the positions are vacated by current officeholders); and a change in the port address of the San Francisco hall. Seafarers eligible to take part in this vote are full-book members in good standing. The eligibility standard is spelled out in the union’s governing document, the constitution. AB Walter Lichota (left) receives his ballot from Port Agent Neil Dietz. October 2006 �President Bush Credits SIU, School Labor Day Speech Includes Strong Praise for Union, Paul Hall Center The SIU and its affiliated training facility received accolades from President Bush on Labor Day, as the commander-inchief stopped in Piney Point, Md. to deliver an upbeat speech in which he also expressed strong support for the U.S. maritime industry. SIU President Michael Sacco introduced President Bush, whose administration consistently has backed the U.S. Merchant Marine. The outdoor Labor Day address took place shortly before noon Sept. 4 at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education, with approximately 700 students, staff members, industry representatives and other guests in the audience. President Bush flew in Marine One from Washington, D.C. to the Southern Maryland campus, where he toured the simulator building— including a turn at the wheel inside the full mission bridge simulator—and then addressed the crowd near the shore, by the training vessel Osprey. He was flanked on stage by unlicensed apprentices, upgraders and students enrolled in NCL America training at the Paul Hall Center. Afterward, President Bush leisurely met with students and others from the audience, posing for photos, shaking hands and signing autographs. He mingled for nearly 30 minutes, an unusually long time according to individuals who have attended other White House events. In a brief but enthusiastic introduction, SIU President Sacco described President Bush as “a true friend of the U.S. Merchant Marine. His leadership has created thousands and thousands of jobs in the U.S.-flag fleet, which in turn has improved America’s In photo at left, SIU President Michael Sacco introduces President Bush to the Paul Hall Center crowd on Labor Day. At right, flanked by students from the Seafarers-affiliated school, President Bush notes the importance of proper training and how it benefits workers and the economy. boats (and) those who are enginational and economic security.” President Bush wasted no time neers on the boats have the expressing his admiration for absolute best training possible. “I applaud the Seafarers Union both the union and the school. “I didn’t realize how strong and I applaud the employers working togethyour facilities er to make sure are,” he stated. See pages 12-13 for more that those who “I wasn’t sure work for a livwhat to expect, photos from the ing have what it but this is a fanLabor Day event. takes to be comtastic facility. It petitive. We’ve speaks to your leadership, and the leadership and got to make sure that’s the case the importance of your union. throughout all the work force.” Speaking of the nation’s marAnd so, here on Labor Day, I say to the union members who are itime policies, he added, “It’s here, happy Labor Day, and important for presidents to thanks for supporting leadership embrace the Jones Act. I have, that is progressive, smart, capa- (for) five-and-a-half years as the ble, and has your best interests at president, supported the Jones Act and will continue to do so.” heart.” During the rest of his 11Describing his firsthand experience in the bridge simulator and minute, nationally televised his tour of the engine simulator, remarks, President Bush disPresident Bush called it “one of cussed what he described as prothe most amazing training tools I growth economic policies that have ever seen. It shows this promote job expansion, including union’s commitment, along with tax relief. He touched on the need industry’s commitment, to mak- for less reliance on foreign oil and ing sure that those who pilot the the concurrent importance of Crescent Adds Tug ‘Noon Wednesday’ Seafarers-contracted Crescent Towing earlier this year added a twin-screw harbor tug to the segment of its fleet that is based in Mobile, Ala. The Noon Wednesday features a modern design and state-of-theart equipment, noted SIU Mobile Port Agent Ed Kelly, who attended the tug’s christening May 17. “It’s an outright addition to the fleet, and it might be the widest tug I’ve ever been on,” said Kelly. The Noon Wednesday is 75 feet long and 40 feet wide. It was delivered in May and quickly demonstrated its capabilities. According to news reports, a barge sank in Mobile’s ship channel during Memorial Day weekend. The day after the holiday, with the channel reopened, the new tug helped move a dozen Celebrating the christening in Mobile, Ala. are company officials and Seafarers (from left) Engineer Jason Johnston, Deckhand John Brock, Deckhand Timothy McKibbon, Cooper Marine (Crescent’s parent company) President Angus Cooper, SIU Port Agent Ed Kelly, Captain Bo Tucker, Crescent VP Tadd Willcutt, Engineer Michael Hurst, Engineer Johnny Johnston, Deckhand Gerald Beuk, Captain Ronnie Walker, Port Chaplain Bernie Maret and Deckhand Josh Burns. vessels, according to an article in Workboat magazine. “She’s got a squatty body,” Crescent Vice President Prentiss (Tadd) Willcutt told the publication. “We have such tight turns here in Mobile, and we have to put them in those finger piers. It’s not like the milewide Mississippi River.” The new boat’s features include a pilothouse with 360-degree visibility and twin EMD 16-645 diesels producing a combined 4,500 hp at 900 rpm. The tug’s running speed is 12.5 knots; it can hold 30,000 gallons of fuel. “It’s got everything you’d expect and hope for in a modern tugboat and it has been very wellreceived here in Mobile,” added Kelly, who also pointed out that the christening took place precisely at noon on a Wednesday. Left: The Noon Wednesday joined Crescent Towing’s fleet this summer. October 2006 developing technologies for energy sources. In an apparent nod toward fair trade, he also stated, “One of the ways to make sure that we’re a competitive nation is to continue opening up markets for U.S. products. If I was somebody who was driving a ship or an engineer on a ship, I’d want to hear a president say, ‘We want you to be selling U.S. products—transporting U.S. products around the world.’ And my message to the world is this: Just treat us the way we treat you. That’s all we expect. We just want the rules to be fair—because I believe this country can compete with anybody, any time, anywhere, so long as the rules are fair.” Early in his speech, President Bush noted that he had been scheduled to visit the school on Labor Day 2005, but had to cancel that trip due to Hurricane Katrina. He said he was “thrilled” to be invited again and “couldn’t wait to say yes.” He credited American workers with helping make the U.S. “the economic leader in the world” and asserted that proper training is vital to the nation’s wellbeing. “It starts with making sure our workers have the skills necessary to compete in the 21st century. That’s one of the primary reasons I came to this facility.” Industry Awaits Final TWIC, MMC Regs Representatives from the SIU and its affiliated Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education continue meeting with government and industry officials to help protect merchant mariners’ rights relative to the upcoming Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) and its related Merchant Mariner Qualification Credential (MMC). At press time in late September, the industry still awaited the Department of Homeland Security’s final rulemakings on the aforementioned documents. Those regulations are expected to be issued in the very near future. After issuing notices of proposed rulemakings in May, the government reportedly received 1,950 formal comments on the TWIC and relatively few on the MMC. The SIU issued comprehensive comments on both items and continues working with other U.S. maritime unions as well as the AFL-CIO Maritime Trades Department to ensure fair treatment for mariners. “Naturally, the SIU will immediately and carefully deliberate on the final rulemakings when they are delivered,” stated SIU SecretaryTreasurer David Heindel. “We have treated this situation with utmost seriousness and urgency and will continue to do so.” As reported last month, the comment period only has been extended for one component of the TWIC and MMC proposed rulemakings —specifically, the sections pertaining to ID card and reader technology. Ports and other businesses won’t have to install and use the card readers as quickly as first proposed, even though the government apparently will proceed with issuing TWICs to workers. In its formal comments and in other communications, the SIU has emphasized that it completely backs the worthwhile goal of effective security aboard ship and in port, but has very legitimate concerns about certain aspects of the proposals for both the TWIC and the MMC. Basically, the SIU (individually and also along with other maritime unions) recommends that a biometric identifier be added to the existing merchant mariner document, in accordance with requirements of the Maritime Transportation Security Act of 2002, and that such a modified card should be recognized as both a TWIC and an MMC. The rationale for such a proposal is clear-cut: Mariners already undergo strict background checks equal to or greater than those proposed for the TWIC and MMC programs, and the merchant mariner document itself is a proven, time-tested credential. Seafarers LOG 3 �First Philadelphia Tanker Floated Out OSG to Operate New Builds from Aker American Shipping The float-out of union-contracted Aker Philadelphia Shipyard’s first Veteran Class product tanker, Hull 005, took place Sept. 18. The flooding of the yard’s building dock floated the vessel off its keel blocks in advance of the ship’s move to the facility’s outfitting dock for some final touches in that phase of construction. The ship’s entire structure has already been completed and its propeller and rudder also had been fitted as of mid-September. When fully completed, the 46,000 deadweight ton Veteran Class vessel will be the most modern product tanker in the U.S. domestic fleet, according to the shipyard. Slated to be christened the Overseas Houston at the shipyard in November, the vessel will be the first in the yard’s 10-ship, double-hulled tanker build program for American Shipping Corporation, a subsidiary of Aker American Shipping, and chartered to SIU-contracted Overseas Shipholding Group (OSG). As reported earlier in the LOG, the keel for the second vessel in the U.S.-flag series—a ship scheduled for completion in 2007—was laid May 15. A week earlier, the shipyard started production on the third doublehulled tanker, cutting steel for the vessel which also is scheduled for completion next year. All 10 of the vessels are expected to sail in the Jones Act market. Part of the Merchant Marine Act of 1920, the Jones Act (named in honor of its author, the late Senator Wesley Jones, R-Wash.) mandates that cargo moving between United States ports is carried on U.S.-crewed, U.S.-flag, U.S.-owned and U.S.-built vessels. Each of the new tankers will be 600 feet long and capable of transporting 330,000 barrels of petroleum products. Each vessel will weigh 46,000 deadweight tons (dwt). The tanker program was announced in April 2005. At that time the company pointed out that in the U.S. commercial shipbuilding sector, the order for 10 tankers was believed to be the largest of its kind. Also at that time, OSG President and CEO Morten Arntzen stated, “The 10-ship program is OSG’s first giant step to building a world-class U.S.-flag shipping business.” More recently, OSG Senior Vice President Captain Robert Johnston stated that his company is exploring the possibil- The first tanker in a 10-ship fleet being built at the Aker Philadelphia Shipyard was floated off its keel blocks Sept. 18. ity of investing in as many as 17 new additional U.S.-flag ships. Secret Mission, Open Kudos for SBX Crew Twenty-six Seafarers recently were lauded for their contributions to the Department of Defense’s Ground-Based Midcourse Defense (GMD) X-Band Radar (XBR) Project office while working aboard the Interocean American Shipping Corp.-operated SBX-1. The SBX-1, during the period when the mariners earned the recognition, was involved in classified operations which had been mandated by the Department of Defense (DOD). The planning, training and execution of this mission ran from June 14 to July 5, 2006. Army Col. John R. Fellows, of the DOD GMD Joint Program office, in a letter of appreciation to Interocean American Shipping Military personnel hone their skills during a voyage. which recognized the mariners, said in part: “I would like to commend and express my sincere appreciation to your team for their outstanding contributions to the GroundBased Midcourse Defense XBand Radar Project office and to our nation. The SBX was tasked to perform a classified speLeft: The SBX-1 is selfpropelled, but sometimes it is more efficient to catch a ride. USNS Red Cloud Receives ‘Constant Care Award’ The SIU-crewed USNS Red Cloud recently was recognized for its outstanding record of safe operations since the vessel’s delivery in 2000. The Seafarers-crewed USNS Red Cloud offloads coalition combat equipment and supplies at Souda Bay, Greece, after returning from deployment in Iraq in May 2005. 4 Seafarers LOG The USNS Red Cloud is part of the U.S. Navy’s Military Sealift Command fleet and is operated by Seafarers-contracted Maersk Line, Limited (MLL), which is based in Norfolk, Va. The honor, the “Constant Care Award,” recently was established to recognize vessels within the MLL fleet that have operated for at least five years without a lost time accident (LTA). According to the company, “Constant Care means being proactive, preparing for problems in advance, and taking the proper course to complete a task safely and efficiently.” The Red Cloud is the first vessel to achieve this significant milestone since the award’s inception. The company pointed out that despite regularly scheduled crew rotations during the aforementioned five-year period, “the safety culture was passed on from crew member to crew member and continued to hold true. ‘Constant Care’ requires more cial mission that was mandated by and in support of the Secretary of Defense….your team’s assistance to this effort was superb. Their professionalism and dedication were evident throughout this critical event.” Receiving recognition were Bosuns James Crate and Wes Slattery; ABs John Ulstrom, Greg Overstreet, Mark Bolitho and Christopher Yohe; Ordinary Seamen Matt Jenness and Gene Hoehn; QMEDs David Spaulding, Joseph Benavente, Jordan Cuddy and Victor Bunghart; than safety training. It requires commitment and reinforcement.” On August 11, the award formally was presented by MLL Director of Operations Jerry Eker. SIU Vice President Government Services Kermett Mangram and SIU Norfolk Port Agent Georg Kenny joined Capt. George G. Galyo, USN, Commander, Sealift Logistics Command Atlantic, and others for the ceremony in Norfolk. Capt. Christopher Begley noted that one of the primary reasons for the USNS Red Cloud’s success is that officers and crew members view the vessel as their home, and they look out for one another as family. Both Mangram and Galyo praised the crew for their continued success. During the past five years, the Red Cloud has logged more than one million nautical miles and completed more than 25 deployments or missions. The vessel is one of eight large, medium-speed, roll-on/roll-off (LMSR) vessels managed by Maersk Line, Limited. The LMSR ships are named for Medal of Honor recipients. Electricians Kirk Benton and Frank Guenther; QEE Paul Mullersman and Wiper Bryan Fisher. Also honored were Steward/ Baker Bill Bragg; Chief Cooks Larry Pugh and Nancy Vaupel; ACUs Larinda Sawyer and Elba Alfaro; and SAs Terry Lane, Francis Fiorella, Steve Concepcion, Cindy Galarza and W. Carnell Frink. The SBX-1 is a unique combination of an advanced X-Band radar mounted aboard an oceangoing, semi-submersible platform. It provides the Ballistic Missile Defense System with a missile tracking and discrimination capability that can be positioned to cover any part of the globe to support both missile defense operations and testing. The platform is twin-hulled, selfpropelled and very stable in rough seas and turbulent sea conditions. The platform’s oceanspanning mobility allows the radar to be repositioned as needed to support the various test scenarios envisioned for the Ballistic Missile Defense System or to The SIU-crewed SBX-1 supports America’s national security. provide radar coverage of possible threat missile launches from anywhere in the world. The Sea-Based X-Band Radar is 240 feet wide and 390 feet long. It towers more than 280 feet from its keel to the top of the radome and displaces nearly 50,000 tons. Larger than a football field, the main deck houses living quarters, workspaces, storage, power generation, a bridge and control rooms while providing the floor space and infrastructure necessary to support the radar antenna array, command, control and communications suites and an in-flight interceptor communication system data terminal. SIU VP Government Services Kermett Mangram (fourth from right) and Port Agent Georg Kenny (far left) join crew members and officers on the USNS Red Cloud in celebrating the Constant Care Award. Pictured from the left are Bosun Thomas DeCarlo, MLL Director of Operations Jerry Eker, Capt. Christopher Begley, Bosun Terry Evins and Capt. George G. Galyo, USN. October 2006 �Peters Nominated as Transportation Secretary President Bush on Sept. 4 nominated Mary Peters to become the nation’s next Secretary of Transportation. Peters currently serves as an executive for transportation policy at a major engineering firm. She headed the Federal Highway Administration from 2001-2005, and prior to that spent three years directing the Arizona Department of Transportation. If confirmed by the Senate, Peters will succeed Norman Mineta, the longest-serving Secretary of Transportation in U.S. history. Mineta, a strong advocate of the U.S. Merchant Marine, retired in July after serving in the post for five and onehalf years. “I’m pleased to announce that I intend to nominate Mary Peters to be the next Secretary of Transportation,” President Bush said in making the announcement. “Our nation’s transportation infrastructure is vital to our prosperity and competitiveness; it’s critical to the everyday lives of our citizens. “The Secretary of Transportation is responsible for maintaining a safe, reliable and efficient transportation system,” the president continued. “In addition, the Secretary of Transportation plays an important role in our nation’s coordinated efforts to guard against terrorist threats to our aircraft, our seaports and our infrastructure. “It is a job that requires vision and strong leadership. Mary Peters is the right person for this job,” President Bush said. “She brings a lifetime of experience on transportation issues, from both the private and public sectors. “She’s an innovative thinker. She knows how to set priorities and to solve problems. And as a member of my Cabinet,” concluded the president, “Mary will work closely with state and local leaders to ensure that America has a state-of-the-art transportation system that meets the needs of our growing economy.” After thanking President Bush for affording her the opportunity to serve as America’s next Secretary of Transportation, Peters took the podium in the White House’s Roosevelt Room. In part she said, “Today, our vital transportation infrastructure is showing signs of aging. We are experiencing increasing congestion on our nation’s highways, railways, airports and seaports. And we’re robbing our nation of productivity and our citizens of International Study Shows Union Ships Are Happier Editor’s note: The following article—written by Dr. Erol Kahveci, a senior research associate at the Seafarers’ International Research Center in Cardiff, UK—is being reprinted from the International Transport Workers’ Federation publication, Seafarers’ Bulletin. The article has been edited slightly for style. The results of a major survey on the working conditions aboard car carrier vessels have provided some useful, if unsurprising data for seafarers’ rights campaigners. The message from 627 unlicensed seafarers who were surveyed over the past two years in a major international study is clear: mariners feel happier, healthier and more valued when employed on vessels sailing under national flags rather than on flag of convenience (FOC) ships. But those on FOC ships feel distinctly better off if they are serving on a ship with an ITF agreement. The survey also confirms what members of trade unions probably already believe—that the percentage of FOC car carriers that are covered by ITF agreements are relatively high compared to that of the general fleet. About 60 percent of all vessels in the international fleet fly FOCs. The remaining 40 percent sail under national flags. Of those FOC ships according to ITF estimates, about 30 percent are covered by one of its collective agreements. Trade union officials believe that car carriers are more likely to take out the “insurance policy” of an ITF agreement because they carry high value cargo and run on very tight schedules. The fact that Japanese ownership is disproportionately high in the car carrier sector is also significant. Japanese companies are likely to belong to the Joint Negotiating Group which, along with the ITF, forms part of the International Bargaining Forum (IBF). The IBF, of which the ITF is a member, negotiates pay and conditions for seafarers on FOC ships. Overall, the survey results are consistent with the general pattern of national versus FOC distribution (40 percent national flag versus 60 percent FOC). The percentage of FOCs with union agreements however, is considerably higher. Of all the FOC car carriers, 62 percent have uniform ITF agreements (known as “total crew cost” or TCC). Nine percent of these carriers have agreements negotiated by the IBF and 28 percent have no ITF recognized agreement. Patterns of perception What difference do national flags and the different types of agreements make? According to the results of the survey, they make a great deal of difference. Unlicensed mariners working under national flags are more likely to express positive attitudes about their relationships with their company and crewing agency than those working on FOC ships with agreements. They also are more apt to give October 2006 companies and crewing agencies higher marks than those on FOCs without agreements. Seafarers were asked standard questions about their pride in and loyalty towards their companies…. Because of the contractual nature of employment in the industry, the TCC agreements do not cover pensions. Aside from those from Singapore, most seafarers from Asian countries have no retirement pension contribution from their employer. Such benefits also are rare for seafarers from Indian Ocean and East European countries. These agreements are void of provisions that grant seafarers medical care while they are on leave. Filipinos—the largest national group—are afforded medical health coverage for a maximum period of six months when on leave. It also is mandatory for Filipinos to contribute to a medical insurance system. Seafarers from the Indian Ocean, East European and Asian countries are less fortunate. The great majority—95, 100 and 72 percent of those surveyed respectively—have no such benefit. The Need to Feel Valued On matters related to training and skill development, and to hours of work and rest, the pattern likewise is clear: those working under national flags are most likely to make positive evaluations, followed by those under ITF-recognized agreements. Both of those groups again tend to be more positive than those on FOC ships with no agreements. Such responses go hand-in-hand with unlicensed mariners’ evaluations of their officers’ performance (based on how they are treated, kept informed, etc.). Regardless of their rating, unlicensed mariners on national flag vessels generally feel that they have enough input with respect how they work and the workload involved (hours) in getting jobs done. They are equally concerned about stress related to job security, pay issues, physical working conditions and having to work while in pain. Overall, it is clear that unlicensed mariners who work on FOC ships that do not have ITF agreements are the most disadvantaged. Among other things, they are less likely to be encouraged to develop their skills, to feel that their jobs are secure or to be consulted on crewing, pay, health and safety and other issues. They also are less likely to feel that they have any influence over their work. Not surprisingly, they are less likely to take pride in whom they work for. The majority of unlicensed mariners on foreignflag car carriers do not get six hours of uninterrupted rest daily. Those on ships that do not have ITF agreements, however, are more likely to be deprived of it. These mariners also are more likely to feel that they work very hard, are constantly rushed and worry about job security during rest hours. The message from the survey to those wanting to go to sea on car carriers is clear enough: go aboard a vessel that flies a national flag. Those who have no alternative except FOCs should go on one that has an ITF agreement. White House photo by Shealah Craighead President George W. Bush’s nominee for Secretary of Transportation, Mary Peters, addresses the media during the announcement in the Roosevelt Room Sept. 5, 2006. quality time with their families. “In some cases,” Peters said, “this is the result of systems and structures that are more suited to a bygone era than to the 21st century. Should I be confirmed by the United States Senate, I look forward to working with you, Mr. President, with Congress, and with our public and private sector partners to address these issues and to provide our nation with a transportation system that is unparalleled in its security, in its safety, its efficiency, and its effectiveness.” Survey Says Many Americans Fret About Health Care Costs Three out of every four Americans recently surveyed by the Commonwealth Fund expressed strong worries about the quality, affordability and accessibility of the nation’s health care system. One of the most startling findings to come out of the report, Public Views on Shaping the Future of the U.S. Health Care System, is that Americans of every economic standing are finding it difficult to afford health care coverage. According to the study, 50 percent of respondents belonging to families earning less than $35,000 said they had “somewhat serious” or “very serious” problems in paying their medical bills. The result was practically the same for those in families making $35,000 to $49,999—48 percent expressed strong concern. Among higher income families, 33 percent earning between $50,000 and $74,999 are finding it hard to pay their medical bills. Even higher-income Americans are having problems—21 percent of families with incomes greater than $75,000 are expressing concern. Finally, there is a broad consensus that the federal government should take a more active role in this area. Eighty percent of those surveyed say that the U.S. government should ensure that all Americans have access to adequate and affordable health insurance. A non-profit organization, the Commonwealth Fund was formed in 1918 to explore issues relating to health care. It has long been a catalyst for change, according to the AFL-CIO Maritime Trades Department (MTD). In the 1920s, it led the charge for improved childcare that resulted in the emergence of public health departments in communities around the country. From 1920 to 1940, the organization drew attention to inadequacies in America’s network of rural hospitals. In a related development, The New York Times reported that not only are some children moving back home after college and asking mom and dad for monthly subsidies, but in a growing number of states children can now stay on their parents’ health insurance plans well into their 20s. Reporter Jennifer Lee said that with 18- to 34-year-olds— the fastest growing group of uninsured—states are extending the time that children can be a dependent for insurance purposes. In New Jersey, which this year enacted the highest age limit, children can “piggyback” until they turn 30, as long as they live in the state and don’t have their own children. The trend stems from a concern that a healthy—and profitable—segment of the population is dropping out of the insurance pool. About half of all states have studied such proposals, and at least nine have passed laws, eight of them since 2003 and three just this year, according to the National Conference of State Legislatures. About 30 percent of adults ages 18 to 24, and more than onequarter of adults 25 to 34, are uninsured, though the average for all age groups is 16 percent, according to figures released by the Census Bureau in late August. It is not known how many people have taken advantage of extended coverage, because policies are administered by private companies and most of the changes have only recently taken effect. Continued on page 9 Seafarers LOG 5 �ANSWERING THE CALL ABOARD THE USNS WRIGHT T he SIU-crewed USNS Wright, part of the U.S. Ready Reserve Force (RRF) fleet, early last month was activated in the port of Baltimore. Answering the call to duty as is their tradition, Seafarers fully crewed up the U.S.-flag military support ship. As evidenced by the photos on these two pages (which were taken Sept. 7), the vessel was a hub of activity. SIU members worked side by side with members of the United States Marine Corps to ready the vessel for its pending mission. They effected a variety of minor repairs, inspected vital operating systems and loaded stores. The Wright is a helicopter repair ship, which can provide support for offshore helicopter activity and house more than 325 people. The RRF is a fleet of militarily useful ships, normally used to support the U.S. Armed Forces in time of war or national emergency. Many of the ships from the RRF have been back and forth to the Middle East, supporting armed forces there. RRF ships also have frequently been activated to help in recovery efforts from disasters overseas, but last year with Hurricanes Katrina and Rita marked the first time they have been activated to assist in recovery from a domestic disaster. The RRF program was initiated in 1976 as a subset of the Maritime Administration’s National Defense Reserve Fleet (NDRF) to support the rapid worldwide deployment of U.S. military forces. Seafarers crewed up the USNS Wright early last month in the port of Baltimore for an upcoming deployment. Taking a well deserved break from their duties are (from left) AB Alfred Martin, OS Jose Ramos and OS Ed Riscos. Facing away from the camera is OS Leonard Gregg. Recertified Bosun Tom Moore inspects and checks off on his list of tasks in preparation for launch. AB Eleazar Lozano Jr. readies the deck of the USNS Wright to receive stores containers. Recertified Bosun Tom Moore (left) attentively listens to a briefing given by the chief mate of the USNS Wright. Other SIU members taking in the briefing are (in no particular order) ABs Emmanuel Wabe, Albert Haarman, Angelo Acosta, Eleazar Lozano, Antonio Santos and Albert Martin and OSs Leonard Gregg, Jose Ramos and Ed Risco. Other SIU crew members aboard the Wright for the activation, but not pictured in this feature, include SAs Norman Adler and Dominic Dumlao; QMEDs Kenneth Powell and Therman Ames; QEE Rodolfo Cunanan and OMU Arthur Marshall. Chief Cook Kevin Fischer moves another of his creations to the serving line to be dished up for hungry shipmates. 6 Seafarers LOG Assistant Cook Julie Dvoroznak cuts a pie in preparation for lunch. Delivering the Goods Seafarers over the years have “I especially am impressed built an untarnished reputation with their emphasis on safety of “delivering the goods” when- and their attention to detail ever and wherever needed. when it comes to practicing it,” That reputation remains Everett continued. “I still intact today, and remember the according to first time I U.S. Marine sailed with Master Sgt. them and how Charles Everett, thoroughly a Jacksonville, they briefed N.C. native with us when we more than 22 mustered for years of service an overview in the Corps, of the vessel. SIU members “They told are still doing us what we their all to keep needed to do if it that way. a fire broke Everett is one of out and covmany Marines ered all procewho were aboard dures that Master Sgt. Charles Everett the USNS Wright would be folSept. 7 as it prelowed in the pared for a miliunlikely event tary deployment from the port that we had to use the vessel’s of Baltimore. lifeboats. They even told us “Seafarers are a really hardwho would get into which working and dedicated group of lifeboat…. I call that thorough people,” said Everett, who once and it gives all of us a good before has had occasion to rub feeling.” sleeves with members of the Everett, his fellow Marines “fourth arm of defense” during aboard the Wright and every military operations. “I shipped other person in uniform often out on this same vessel in the depend on the dedication and past and I have nothing but training of others while deploygood things to say about how ing to perform their respective the SIU folks conducted themjobs. “As a group, I think we’re selves. They are extremely pro- in great hands with the memfessional, very cooperative and bers of the SIU on this vessel,” will do whatever is needed to Everett said. “They all know keep everything running their jobs and they do them smoothly. very well.” October 2006 �A pair of SIU crew members is busy with duties on deck. Steward Assistant John Cator dishes up an entrée for a crew member during lunch. Left: Plumber Kenneth Pell checks the faucet in the galley of the Wright to ensure that water pressure is up to standard. Chief Steward Rayfield Crawford packs away items in one of the vessel’s storage areas. QMED Earl Ebbert checks the power supply of one of the vessel’s coffee makers. QMED Alshea Dixon conducts an inspection of systems in the engine room. Recertified Bosun Tom Moore carries a case of bottled water to the galley storage room. AB Santos Antonio (left) and AB Eleazar Lozano Jr. guide a piece of equipment as it is lowered dockside from the deck of the USNS Wright. ANSWERING THE CALL ABOARD THE USNS WRIGHT October 2006 Seafarers LOG 7 �CIVMARS Assist in Mercy’s Humanitarian Missions The Navy’s Military Sealift Command hospital ship USNS Mercy recently completed a fivemonth humanitarian mission in the Western Pacific and Southeast Asia. The vessel is crewed by 66 civil service mariners (CIVMARs), some of whom are members of the SIU Government Services Division. Mariners operate and navigate the ship while military personnel and volunteers from non-governmental organizations team up with local doctors to provide much-needed treatment to patients at each stop. When the hospital ship responded to the December 2004 tsunami in Southeast Asia, they utilized not only helicopters, but also were able to transport doctors, patients and cargo with rigid-hull inflatable boats. Since Mercy’s missions are scheduled in places with no existing ports, the ship must anchor off shore. So, for their most recent mission, they acquired two utility boats from the Navy, which they affectionately call “Band-Aid” boats. Each of these boats can take about 45 passengers at a time, three times the number that can be moved by either of the two helicopters on board the Mercy. “The Band-Aid boats are wonderful,” said Capt. Joseph Moore, USN, commander of the Mercy’s Medical Treatment Facility. “We would not have been able to treat nearly the number of people that we have without them.” The two boats have been painted white, like the ship they support, and are marked with red crosses. Each one also has the likeness of a Band-Aid bandage painted on the steering column, one with a “1” painted in the center of the bandage, and the other with a “2.” Each boat is assigned three mariners: two from the deck department to steer and operate the boat and one from the engine department to monitor and repair the engine, if necessary. Third Mate Richard Paramore and ABs Dale Witham and Timothy Wheelock are among the regular Band-Aid boat drivers. On most days, from the first earlymorning run at 6:30 through the last late run in the evening, they assist in ferrying passengers nonstop from ship to shore and back again. This can easily add up to 12- to 16-hour days for each of the drivers. “It’s a long day, but I love it. It’s really good to help all of those people,” said Paramore. In 43 days of operations at six stops in the Philippines and Indonesia, the boats transported approximately 5,000 people as well as medical and building equipment to and from the ship. The only stop at which the boats were not utilized was in Bangladesh, because the ship was operating too far off shore. In addition to transporting patients, the Band-Aid boat mariners also provide them with care and support as they and their loved ones make the journey to the hospital ship for treatment. Many of the patients are unfamiliar with hospitals, ships and the English language—and the journey is often a frightening experience. “The mariners are remarkable in the amount of sensitivity and care that they have shown in U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Don Bray The USNS Mercy, crewed by members of the SIU Government Services Division, is anchored off the coast of Dili, Timor (in Indonesia) to provide humanitarian, medical and civic assistance to the island’s residents. Band-Aid boats are used to transport patients, doctors and supplies to and from the ship. helping people to get on and off the ship,” said Capt. Bradley Martin, USN, the humanitarian mission commander. “They have served as excellent ambassadors for Mercy.” “If it weren’t for the Band-Aid boats, this mission certainly wouldn’t have touched as many people as it has,” said Capt. Robert T. Wiley, Mercy’s civilian master. “Over the course of our mission, our utility boats have moved over five times the number of passengers and equipment than the helos have at a fraction of the cost, making them the most cost-effective and high volume means of ship-to-shore transportation for this deployment.” The medical personnel on this mission saw more than 40,000 patients both on the ship and at local hospitals ashore. In addition, the Seabee unit aboard, along with some of Mercy’s CIVMARs, helped with infrastructure improvement projects at almost every locale. The USNS Mercy left its last humanitarian stop in late August and was scheduled to return home to San Diego by the end of September. Wilmington-Area Seafarers March in Parade U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Edward G. Martens “Band-Aid One,” one of two transport boats, shuttles patients and crew from ship to shore when the USNS Mercy anchored for a week off the coast of Tarakan, a small Indonesian island. Seafarers participated in the annual Labor Day parade in Wilmington, Calif. Among those taking part in the event (and pictured at right) were Andres Mano, Jamie Merced, Efren Ancheta, Thomas Leong, Samuel Lampshire, James Boss, Jefferson Julian, Thom Montgomery and son Jett, Dispatcher Nick Rios, Port Agent John Cox and family (wife Tausha, daughters Alexis and Ashley), Osei Baffoe, Steven Benavides and Ricky Williams. ATC Ship Model Docks at HQ Seafarers-contracted Alaska Tanker Co. last month commemorated the addition of the Alaskan Explorer to its fleet by leaving a model of the new vessel at SIU headquarters in Camp Springs, Md. for employees and guests to observe. Checking out the replica are (from left) SIU VP Contracts George Tricker, SIU President Michael Sacco, ATC Director of Labor Relations Bill Cole and SIU Executive VP Augie Tellez. The Alaskan Explorer, a doublehulled tanker and the fourth in the Alaska Class built in San Diego, was delivered Aug. 18 and started sailing with an SIU crew shortly thereafter. 8 Seafarers LOG October 2006 �CIVMAR News Tragedy Aboard USNS San Jose In late August, two MSC bargaining unit employees died while working along the side of the USNS San Jose in a “cherry picker” lift. These individuals were assigned to paint the side of the vessel. The union has started an investigation of the circumstances surrounding this tragic accident. All CIVMARS should be aware that training, certification and/or licensing are necessary prior to using this type of equipment. The Navy has certain protocols and precautions that must be followed when using this type of equipment. Training, special safety equipment, spotters and other safety criteria must all be considered prior to and while you are working with and on the lift. (Space does not permit a complete listing here of all the safety requirements and precautions.) If you are assigned to this duty and feel you have not received the correct training or do not feel confident that you will be able to safely operate the equipment as a result of adverse conditions or because you do not have enough experience, it is very important to let your shipboard supervisor and your union representative know. The union will be able to assist you in this situation. The union will be following this case very closely. If you need more information about using the lift call SIU Assistant Vice President Government Services Chet Wheeler at (510) 4442360 or e-mail civmarsupport@seafarers.org. Snapshots from Jacksonville Notice of Limitation to Personal E-mail Accounts and Web Sites The union’s Government Services Division has received notice from MSC that in the near future all CIVMARS sailing aboard MSC vessels will no longer be able to use their private e-mail account to send or receive messages from the vessel. All CIVMARS will be required to have a “.mil” e-mail address. There will be some restrictions to surfing and connecting with certain commercial web sites. CIVMARS will also be required to utilize a Defense Common Access Card to use the shipboard computers. The union is reviewing this policy very carefully and preparing impact and implementation proposals for MSC’s review and response. The union has requested that this policy be changed only after bargaining has been completed. The union believes that this policy could substantially impair the ability of mariners to conduct their personal affairs aboard the vessel as they have been able to do in the past. The union is also seeking information about how CIVMARS may use their own personal computers aboard the vessel to enable them to continue full access to their personal e-mail accounts and unlimited access to the internet. The union is interested in hearing from CIVMARS with any questions or concerns about how this change will impact them. You can call your union representative or e-mail civmarsupport@seafarers.org. SIU Jacksonville Safety Director Randy Senatore (seated near lamp at left, wearing vest) and Port Agent Archie Ware (behind the camera) meet with Seafarers aboard the USNS Stockham on July 25. The union representatives and mariners discussed the new SIU standard contracts, Seafarers Health and Benefits Plan eligibility requirements, proposed SIU constitutional amendments and more. Article Describes Routine Aboard SIU-Crewed Georgia Some of the differences between life aboard a U.S. Navy ship and a U.S. merchant ship— like the SIU-crewed Maersk Georgia—were highlighted in the Sept. 2006 issue of SEAPOWER, the official publication of the Navy League of the United States. The Georgia, a containership operated by Maersk Line Ltd., is one of four vessels in that company’s fleet that participates in the Maritime Security Program (MSP), which was established by the Maritime Security Act of 1996 to provide approximately $100 million annually for up to 47 vessels to partially offset the higher operating costs of keeping these vessels under U.S.-flag registry and making them available to the Defense Department in times of need. (The MSP was extended for 10 years when the original program expired in October 2005. It also grew to include up to 60 ships and includes additional funding.) In drawing the comparisons, one of the main differences mentioned by the author, Matt Hilburn, associate editor of SEAPOWER, is that the Georgia, among the most modern ships in the U.S.-flag fleet, carries a crew of 19 on its run from the U.S. East Coast through the Mediterranean, into the Middle East, on to India and then back on 49-day runs. In the past, such ships would have carried larger crews. With 19 persons aboard ship, life for the crew of the Georgia is very busy, particularly when arriving in or departing from a port. “On a carrier there may be 19 or 20 guys doing what you just saw three do,” said Capt. James Rodgers, a merchant mariner since 1973, who came on board in Norfolk, Va. to start a October 2006 This is one of three pages in the September 2006 issue of SEAPOWER magazine that talks about life aboard the SIUcrewed USNS Georgia. Port Agent Archie Ware (left) is pictured with Florida State Senator Anthony Hill during a July 15 meeting of the Florida State AFL-CIO which took place at a local firehouse. The two discussed the importance of grassroots political action and some of the issues affecting the maritime industry. They also talked about the U.S. Merchant Marine’s efforts in hurricane relief missions along the Gulf Coast as well as the need to maintain a strong U.S.-flag fleet. Americans Worry About Health Care Costs Continued from page 5 typical 98-day stint as captain of the ship. He was referring to departure activities from the port of Norfolk—including loading and unloading cargo and picking up or dropping off a pilot, although he noted that comparisons between the two may be difficult to make given the different missions of each ship. While at sea, however, crew members have a more regular routine, working four hours on watch and then getting eight hours off—but with the unpredictability of life aboard ship, anything can happen to interrupt that free time. Another difference between a Navy and merchant vessel is the lack of distinction between rank. Licensed merchant mariners (the equivalent of officers in the Navy) and unlicensed merchant mariners (enlisted persons) are not likely to display their rank or job title. “We tend to work together and not emphasize hierarchy,” said Rodgers. “I may address an [able-bodied seaman] just as a friend.” SIU member Franklyn Cordero, the chief steward aboard the USNS Georgia, was featured in the article as well. Cordero, a 30-year SIU veteran, noted that much of the galley functions have become more automated over the years, which helps, particularly with a three-man steward department. Up at 3 a.m, he is responsible for planning meals, ordering food, baking, keeping track of the ship’s sanitation, and, “when the chief cook needs it, pitching in with the cooking.” Port Agent Archie Ware (left) presents newly retired Seafarer Neftali Santana with his first pension check in early August. The recertified bosun began sailing with the SIU in 1967 and most recently sailed aboard the Commitment. The rise of uninsured young adults results from two main economic forces, analysts say. Changes in the workplace mean that fewer jobs now have full benefits, which disproportionately affects the newest workers. In addition, the rising cost of premiums, whether shared with an employer or paid individually, might make insurance less attractive to a relatively healthy population. For years, children have been allowed to stay on their parents’ health insurance until they turned 19, or until they turned 22 or 23 if they remained full-time students. Some of the laws extending the age of coverage allow insurers to charge extra premiums, which vary depending on the plan. They also have various restrictions, sometimes requiring that the child be a full-time student, be unmarried, reside in the state or even live with the parents. In general, these laws do not apply to insurance plans financed by the employer—as opposed to plans in which the employer buys coverage from an insurance company—because self-insured plans, favored by some larger companies, are shielded from state rules and laws under the 1974 Federal Employee Retirement Income Security Act. Before this year, laws extending health coverage were passed in Colorado, Massachusetts, New Mexico, South Dakota and Texas. Utah, where young Mormon men commonly complete two years of missionary work, passed the first law, in 1994. The governors of Delaware and Rhode Island signed such laws last July. New York State has three bills in legislative committees to raise the age limit for children to 25, with various restrictions. Connecticut has a similar proposal in committee. Seafarers LOG 9 �Seafarers and their families: These are some of the images we all look forward to seeing—and sharing with our brothers and sisters of the sea. If you have a family-related photo you would like to be included in the next family photo page, please send it to the Seafarers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. Photos will be returned, if so requested. If e-mailing digital images, please send them to dhirtes@seafarers.org. The higher the resolution, the better. Wearing his graduation cap and gown is Puerto Rico Port Agent Amancio Crespo and his family (from left) daughters Cristina Maria, Amanda Maria and his wife, Maria de los Angeles. Crespo received his bachelor’s degree in criminal justice. Next stop: law school. SIU Vice President West Coast Nick Marrone shows off his 9month-old grandson, Gibson Hill, at the grand opening of the Oakland hall on Aug. 17. Recertified Steward Howard H. Lewis of Las Vegas, Nev. has seven granddaughters. Here he poses with four of them: Antonia Perez, Valerie Robinson, Alexandria Robinson and Jamilla Robinson. Thanks to his wife, Susan, for sending this photo to the LOG. Priscilla Senatore (right) and her son Jake got to meet President Bush when he came to the school on Labor Day. Senatore is administrator of admissions at the Paul Hall Center. AB Larry Casteneda brings his son Larry Jr. with him to the hall in Puerto Rico. 10 Seafarers LOG The Hill family gets together in Piney Point. From the left are Recertified Bosun Billy Sr., Unlicensed Apprentice Billy Jr., and Billie Sue Hill (mom). Billy Sr.’s brother, Tracy Hill, also sails as an electrician with the union, and their father, Chuck Hill, and grandfather, Thomas Perrett, also sailed SIU. October 2006 �October 2006 Seafarers LOG 11 �Labor D The President Arrives at Piney Point Seafarers-A Paul Hall Ce Hosts Presi Additional coverage appears SIU President Michael Sacco introduces President Bush, calling him “a true friend of the U.S. Merchant Marine.” President Bush shook many han and cordially posed for lots of ph tos after his speech. Here, he pictured with (first row, from le SIU VP Contacts George Trick guest Daniel Alioto and the fam of SIU Secretary-Treasurer Dav Heindel—Marinea, David, Zacha Jerri-Dee and Chelsea. Crowley Maritime Corp. Chairman and CEO Thomas B. Crowley, Jr. looks on as son Thomas Bannon Crowley gets an autograph. 12 Seafarers LOG October 2006 �Day 2006 Affiliated enter ident Bush s on pages 1, 2 and 3 John Mason, director of training, American Service Technology, points out some of the engine simulator’s features. Listening to the president’s remarks are SIU President Sacco; John Angus, longtime supporter of the U.S. Merchant Marine and former president of the National Propeller Club; and SIU Executive VP Augie Tellez. ds hois eft) er, mily vid ry, The President Departs October 2006 Seafarers LOG 13 �Today you can dig up the Slop Chest online at www.siustore.com Visit the store and place your order today! SEAFARERS BENEFIT PLANS NOTICE TO PARTICIPANTS Keep the Plan Informed of Your Address Changes It is important that all participants remember to keep the Plan informed of any change of address. Update Your Beneficiary Designations Keep your beneficiary designations up to date. In the event that your beneficiary predeceases you, you must submit a substitute designation. Retiree Recognized for WWII Service An 80-year-old SIU retiree who sailed during World War II earlier this year was honored in Sellersville, PA for his contributions during the war effort. Anthony Kondracki of Quarkertown, PA. was lauded along with 100 other area resi- dents during a ceremony conducted at the borough firehouse by State Rep. Paul Clymer (R-PA.), according to a report in The Intelligencer newspaper by Hilary Bentman. Kondracki was the lone merchant mariner to be recognized during the event which also honored veteran Army infantrymen, Marines and airmen. Clymer afforded recognition to the veterans in his district for their service more than six decades ago, according to Bentman. Despite being vastly outnumbered by veterans of the other services, Kondracki wore his U.S. Merchant Marine medals and ribbons proudly. As a 16-year-old, Kondracki sailed into harm’s way while transporting locomotives to Russia to be used by the Red Army against the Germans during World War II, the report said. “Our guys went through a lot of bad things,” he told the newspaper. “I’m glad someone finally recognized us.” This is the certificate Anthony Kondracki received in recognition of his contributions during World War II as a merchant mariner. IMPORTANT NOTICE: Inform the Plan of Your Divorce In order for your spouse to be eligible to receive continuation coverage (under COBRA) from the Seafarers Health and Benefits Plan, you or your spouse must inform the Plan at the time of your divorce. Please submit a copy of the divorce decree to the Seafarers Health and Benefits Plan. Full-time College Students If your dependent child is a full-time college student, you must submit a letter of attendance every semester in order for your child to be covered by the Seafarers Health and Benefits Plan. Seafarers Health and Benefits Plan P.O. Box 380 Piney Point, MD 20674 14 Seafarers LOG SEAFARERS HEALTH AND BENEFITS PLAN — COBRA NOTICE HEALTH CARE CONTINUATION Under federal law, a participant and his or her dependents have the right to elect to continue their Plan coverage in the event that they lose their eligibility. This right is granted by the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act, better known as “COBRA.” The COBRA law allows a participant and his or her dependents to temporarily extend their benefits at group rates in certain circumstances where coverage under the Plan would otherwise end. A participant and his or her dependents have a right to choose this continuation coverage if they lose their Plan coverage because the participant failed to meet the Plan’s seatime requirements. In addition, a participant and his or her dependents may have the right to choose continuation coverage if the participant becomes a pensioner ineligible for medical benefits. The participant’s dependents may also elect continuation coverage if they lose coverage under the Plan as the result of the participant’s (1) death; (2) divorce; or (3) Medicare eligibility. A child can also elect COBRA if as the result of his or her age, he or she is no longer a dependent under the Plan rules. If a member and his or her dependents feel that they may qualify, or if they would like more information concerning these rights, they should contact the Plan office at 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. Since there are important deadlines that apply to COBRA, please contact the Plan as soon as possible to receive a full explanation of the participant’s rights and his or her dependents’ rights. October 2006 �Dispatchers’ Report for Deep Sea November & December 2006 Membership Meetings AUGUST 16 — SEPTEMBER 15, 2006 *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Port Algonac Anchorage Baltimore Fort Lauderdale Guam Honolulu Houston Jacksonville Joliet Mobile New Orleans New York Norfolk Oakland Philadelphia Piney Point Puerto Rico St. Louis Tacoma Wilmington Totals Totals DECK DEPARTMENT Totals 1 0 9 3 2 9 30 20 0 9 11 27 11 27 5 1 5 1 32 22 1 3 2 9 1 2 14 13 5 7 11 12 12 5 3 10 6 4 20 7 1 2 0 1 1 1 3 4 2 1 3 5 5 2 1 0 1 0 5 10 0 1 4 4 0 2 16 12 0 4 7 16 7 10 1 0 3 1 15 10 3 0 12 20 1 14 68 54 1 15 32 86 21 25 8 0 15 2 72 61 7 9 8 26 12 14 55 35 1 21 16 45 34 20 6 8 16 11 49 33 2 2 1 9 1 1 18 12 0 6 2 19 11 6 5 0 2 3 16 9 294 258 71 225 147 48 113 510 426 125 Joliet .....................Thursday: November 16, December 14 Mobile ..................Wednesday: November 15, December 13 Baltimore..............Thursday: November 9, December 7 Boston ..................Monday: November 13* ..............................Friday: December 8 ...............................(*change created by Veterans’ Day holiday) Guam ....................Friday: November 24* ..............................Thursday: December 21 ...............................(*change created by Thanksgiving Day holiday) Honolulu...............Friday: November 17, December 15 Houston ................Monday: November 13, December 11 ............................... Jacksonville ..........Thursday: November 9, December 7 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 0 0 7 5 1 9 14 24 0 4 7 18 12 9 1 4 2 1 20 10 3 4 5 11 3 3 12 20 1 3 4 7 4 6 2 3 2 3 27 8 0 1 2 2 1 3 6 3 0 2 0 4 3 5 0 0 1 0 3 1 0 0 9 1 0 5 9 12 0 4 5 5 8 6 1 2 4 0 21 10 2 4 4 5 0 5 6 4 1 6 3 7 5 5 4 2 2 2 20 3 0 2 1 2 0 1 5 1 0 1 0 4 4 1 0 0 0 0 3 4 0 0 4 1 0 4 3 5 0 6 2 1 2 5 1 1 1 0 12 5 0 0 7 7 2 14 24 40 1 9 10 38 18 17 2 4 4 3 21 17 3 2 7 13 8 2 19 36 3 6 7 11 14 9 1 3 5 2 28 17 2 0 2 4 1 2 13 5 1 2 1 6 6 6 0 0 2 2 7 12 148 131 37 102 90 29 53 238 196 74 0 0 4 8 1 12 24 18 0 3 6 15 10 22 0 1 1 2 20 23 1 0 0 8 0 7 8 7 0 0 4 7 7 7 1 1 2 2 10 10 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 0 2 1 1 4 3 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 2 2 0 5 19 14 0 7 3 14 8 16 0 2 0 0 17 18 1 0 1 4 0 2 2 6 0 1 1 5 9 5 0 2 1 1 1 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 1 0 1 0 1 2 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 1 0 2 4 4 0 0 0 7 3 7 0 1 2 0 11 4 1 0 7 10 4 14 39 34 0 5 9 37 13 39 4 3 1 3 29 41 0 0 0 13 3 18 13 15 0 4 7 9 14 8 1 1 5 3 22 16 0 0 1 0 1 0 11 2 3 0 4 7 2 1 0 0 0 1 3 4 170 82 17 127 45 8 47 293 152 40 ENTRY DEPARTMENT 0 0 0 0 0 3 6 4 0 0 2 6 1 6 0 0 0 0 6 1 2 1 4 4 2 5 23 22 0 5 7 40 17 17 1 23 0 0 14 7 4 2 1 7 0 5 16 10 1 2 4 14 21 8 0 21 0 0 11 6 0 0 0 0 0 2 4 4 0 0 0 3 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 1 3 0 4 14 8 0 2 5 15 10 10 1 13 2 1 7 6 1 0 1 4 0 2 2 7 0 3 1 1 14 1 0 27 0 1 3 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5 8 5 0 1 4 10 1 9 0 0 2 0 10 1 3 3 5 11 3 12 37 34 0 7 7 64 26 26 1 15 1 0 29 13 10 4 2 17 1 13 26 23 1 3 9 34 30 17 0 3 1 0 17 13 35 194 133 16 103 70 0 56 297 224 647 665 258 470 385 155 213 1,097 1,071 463 *“Total Registered” means the number of Seafarers who actually registered for shipping at the port. **“Registered on Beach” means the total number of Seafarers registered at the port. October 2006 New Orleans.........Tuesday: November 14, December 12 New York .............Tuesday: November 7, December 5 Norfolk .................Thursday: November 9, December 7 Philadelphia..........Wednesday: November 8, December 6 Port Everglades ....Thursday: November 16, December 14 San Francisco .......Thursday: November 16, December 14 San Juan ...............Thursday: November 9, December 7 St. Louis ...............Friday: November 17, December 15 Tacoma .................Friday: November 24, December 22 Wilmington...........Monday: November 20, December 18 STEWARD DEPARTMENT Algonac Anchorage Baltimore Fort Lauderdale Guam Honolulu Houston Jacksonville Joliet Mobile New Orleans New York Norfolk Oakland Philadelphia Piney Point Puerto Rico St. Louis Tacoma Wilmington Totals All Departments Algonac ................Monday: November 13* ..............................Friday: December 8 ...............................(*change created by Veterans’ Day holiday) 1 2 0 6 2 0 7 11 1 3 1 9 5 6 3 0 0 1 7 6 Port Totals Piney Point ...........Monday: November 6, December 4 3 9 5 14 7 8 23 21 4 12 10 30 20 12 4 14 11 5 32 14 Port Algonac Anchorage Baltimore Fort Lauderdale Guam Honolulu Houston Jacksonville Joliet Mobile New Orleans New York Norfolk Oakland Philadelphia Piney Point Puerto Rico St. Louis Tacoma Wilmington **REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C 1 0 10 11 1 6 43 25 0 9 25 41 13 19 7 0 6 1 43 33 Port Algonac Anchorage Baltimore Fort Lauderdale Guam Honolulu Houston Jacksonville Joliet Mobile New Orleans New York Norfolk Oakland Philadelphia Piney Point Puerto Rico St. Louis Tacoma Wilmington Trip Reliefs Each port’s meeting starts at 10:30 a.m. Personals ARMONDO “SKIP” ALVAREZ Please contact your brother, Mark Ah-Low at 460 Martin Lakes Drive South, Jacksonville, FL 32220; or call him at home (904) 695-1883 or on his cell phone (904) 210-6634. BRUCE BUTLER Please contact your daughter, Eugina Ford at (281) 682-6708. She is moving soon. Important Notice: New Date for SHBP Eligibility Change In July, a change in the Seafarers Health and Benefits Plan’s (SHBP) eligibility rules was announced. Upon the effective date of the change, in order to remain eligible for benefits, a Seafarer must have 150 days of covered employment in the previous calendar year in addition to the current requirement of one day of covered employment in the six months prior to a claim. The Trustees of the Seafarers Health and Benefits Plan—acting on the recommendation of the SIU Trustees—have decided to postpone this change to the eligibility rule. During 2007, the eligibility rule will remain the same as it is this year. This means that in order to be eligible for claims in 2007, a Seafarer must have 125 days of covered employment in 2006, in addition to the one day of covered employment in the six months prior to the claim. The eligibility rule will change on January 1, 2008. Beginning on that date, in order to remain eligible for benefits, a Seafarer must have 150 days of covered employment in the previous calendar year, in addition to the current requirement of one day of covered employment in the six months prior to the claim. For example, in order to be eligible for benefits in 2008, a Seafarer must have 150 days of covered employment in 2007, in addition to the one day of covered employment in the six months prior to the claim. The 150-day rule’s impact on work rotations will be studied by the union. Seafarers LOG 15 �Seafarers International Union Directory NMU Monthly Shipping & Registration Report AUGUST 16 — SEPTEMBER 15, 2006 Michael Sacco, President TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Group I Group II Group III Augustin Tellez, Executive Vice President David Heindel, Secretary-Treasurer TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Group I Group II Group III Trip Reliefs REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Group I Group II Group III George Tricker, Vice President Contracts Tom Orzechowski, Vice President Lakes and Inland Waters Dean Corgey, Vice President Gulf Coast Nicholas J. Marrone, Vice President West Coast Joseph T. Soresi, Vice President Atlantic Coast Kermett Mangram, Vice President Government Services René Lioeanjie, Vice President at Large Charles Stewart, Vice President at Large HEADQUARTERS 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746 (301) 899-0675 ALGONAC 520 St. Clair River Dr., Algonac, MI 48001 (810) 794-4988 ANCHORAGE 721 Sesame St., #1C, Anchorage, AK 99503 (907) 561-4988 BALTIMORE 2315 Essex St., Baltimore, MD 21224 (410) 327-4900 BOSTON Marine Industrial Park/EDIC 27 Drydock Ave., Boston, MA 02210 (617) 261-0790 GUAM P.O. Box 315242, Tamuning, Guam 96931-5242 Cliffline Office Ctr., Bldg. B, Suite 103 422 West O’Brien Dr., Hagatna, Guam 96931 (671) 477-1350 HONOLULU 606 Kalihi St., Honolulu, HI 96819 (808) 845-5222 HOUSTON 1221 Pierce St., Houston, TX 77002 (713) 659-5152 JACKSONVILLE 3315 Liberty St., Jacksonville, FL 32206 (904) 353-0987 JOLIET 10 East Clinton St., Joliet, IL 60432 (815) 723-8002 MOBILE 1640 Dauphin Island Pkwy, Mobile, AL 36605 (251) 478-0916 NEW ORLEANS 3911 Lapalco Blvd., Harvey, LA 70058 (504) 328-7545 NEW YORK 635 Fourth Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11232 (718) 499-6600 Government Services Division: (718) 832-8767 NORFOLK 115 Third St., Norfolk, VA 23510 (757) 622-1892 OAKLAND 1121 7th St., Oakland, CA 94607 (510) 444-2360 PHILADELPHIA 2604 S. 4 St., Philadelphia, PA 19148 (215) 336-3818 PINEY POINT P.O. Box 75, Piney Point, MD 20674 (301) 994-0010 PORT EVERGLADES 1221 S. Andrews Ave., Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33316 (954) 522-7984 SANTURCE 1057 Fernandez Juncos Ave., Stop 16 Santurce, PR 00907 (787) 721-4033 ST. LOUIS/ALTON 4581 Gravois Ave., St. Louis, MO 63116 (314) 752-6500 TACOMA 3411 South Union Ave., Tacoma, WA 98409 (253) 272-7774 WILMINGTON 510 N. Broad Ave., Wilmington, CA 90744 (310) 549-4000 16 Seafarers LOG Port Boston Houston Jacksonville New Orleans New York Norfolk Tacoma Wilmington Totals DECK DEPARTMENT 5 9 5 6 14 0 2 2 43 4 1 2 3 5 0 0 0 15 1 1 1 0 2 0 0 0 5 Port Boston Houston Jacksonville New Orleans New York Norfolk Tacoma Wilmington Totals 4 5 5 2 7 0 1 2 26 2 3 2 2 4 1 0 0 14 2 1 1 0 2 0 0 0 6 0 2 3 1 11 1 1 3 22 12 24 1 22 33 0 2 1 95 3 5 0 4 24 0 0 0 36 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 1 5 0 5 1 1 3 0 0 1 11 13 13 2 4 13 0 0 1 46 1 3 0 1 4 0 0 0 9 0 0 1 1 0 1 0 0 3 ENGINE DEPARTMENT 6 4 2 0 9 0 0 1 22 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 1 3 0 2 0 1 0 0 3 2 8 Port 1 3 0 0 4 0 0 0 8 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 1 3 0 2 0 0 0 0 3 2 7 STEWARD DEPARTMENT Boston Houston Jacksonville New Orleans New York Norfolk Tacoma Wilmington Totals 3 6 1 3 7 0 0 0 20 1 0 1 1 5 0 0 0 8 1 0 1 0 1 2 1 0 6 2 2 1 0 1 0 0 0 6 0 1 1 0 2 0 0 0 4 1 0 1 0 1 2 1 0 6 0 5 1 0 3 0 0 1 4 11 18 2 5 18 0 0 0 54 2 3 0 2 20 0 0 1 28 1 0 1 2 0 0 0 0 4 Totals All Departments 85 26 19 40 21 19 43 195 73 12 PIC-FROM-THE-PAST This old photo was sent to the LOG by Pensioner Trinidad Sanchez of Carolina, P.R. It was taken in Saigon, Vietnam in 1966. The group had come ashore from the General Simon B. Buckner, a civilian-manned Army transport vessel. Sanchez is on the far right. Brother Sanchez began sailing with the SIU in 1967 from the port of San Francisco. He worked in the steward department. Before retiring in November 2005, he sailed aboard the USNS Fisher. If anyone has a vintage unionrelated photograph he or she would like to share with the LOG readership, please send it to the Seafarers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. Photographs will be returned, if so requested. October 2006 �Welcome Ashore Each month, the Seafarers LOG pays tribute to the SIU members who have devoted their working lives to sailing aboard U.S.-flag vessels on the deep seas, inland waterways or Great Lakes. Listed below are brief biographical sketches of those members who recently retired from the union. The brothers and sisters of the SIU thank those members for a job well done and wish them happiness and good health in the days ahead. DEEP SEA HECTOR AGUILAR, 65, was born in Costa Rica. Brother Aguilar commenced his SIU career in 1990 in the port of Wilmington, Calif. His first voyage was aboard the Independence. Brother Aguilar worked in the steward department and in 1995 and 2000, he upgraded his skills at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md. Brother Aguilar most recently sailed on the Coast Range. He makes his home in Fontana, Calif. MILES BLACK, 62, joined the Seafarers in 1980 in Seattle, initially shipping aboard a Manhattan Tankers vessel. Born in New York, the engine department member enhanced his skills in 1995 at the SIU-affiliated school in Piney Point, Md. Brother Black most recently sailed aboard the Tacoma. He calls Mt. Lake Terrace, Wash. home. JAMES BURTNETT, 65, became an SIU member in 1986. Brother Burtnett first sailed on the USNS Wilkes as a member of the deck department. He upgraded his seafaring abilities in 2000 at the Piney Point training school. Brother Burnett, who was born in California, last sailed aboard the Independence. He resides in Thompson Falls, Mont. SIU LEUNG CHAN, 65, joined the SIU ranks in 1993 in the port of New Orleans. Brother Chan primarily sailed on the USNS Regulus during his seafaring career. He was born in China and worked in the steward department. In 2000, Brother Chan took advantage of the educational opportunities available at the Paul Hall Center. He resides in Metairie, La. WALTER HARRIS, 66, began sailing with the Seafarers in 1987. Brother Harris first shipped aboard the USNS Indomitable. He upgraded his skills on numerous occasions at the Piney Point school. Brother Harris was born in Boston, Mass. and worked in the steward department. His most recent voyage was on the Horizon Enterprise. Brother Harris lives in Honolulu. SALVATORE QUAGLIATO, 71, is a New Jersey native. Brother Quagliato started his SIU career in 1987. He first sailed in the deck department of the USNS Capella. Brother Quagliato upgraded his seafaring skills on two occasions at the union-affiliated school. His last ship was the Defender. Brother Quagliato makes his home in Long Beach, Calif. THOMAS VAIN JR., 65, became a Seafarer in 1963. Brother Vain’s earliest trip to sea was aboard the Marore. The deck department member upgraded often at the Paul Hall Center and most recently sailed aboard the USNS Antares. He was born Approving the Standard Agreements Left: Voting on the standard agreeements takes place on the Tyco Decisive in the port of Mobile. From the left are Bosun Jose Gomez and ABs Lovell Smith and Koksal Demir. Below: Other crew members aboard the ship wait for their turn to vote. in Baltimore, Md. and now resides in Jacksonville, Fla. born in New Orleans and now lives in Covington, La. EVAN VERENIOTIS, 65, joined the union in 1969. Brother Vereniotis initially sailed on the Steel Rover in the steward department. Born in Greece, he attended classes at the maritime training center in Piney Point, Md. Brother Vereniotis last worked aboard the Horizon Hawaii. His home is in Athens, Greece. AARON BREAUX, 50, is a native of Louisiana. Boatman Breaux began his seafaring career in 1978. He worked primarily aboard Crescent Towing vessels. Boatman Breaux shipped in the deck department. He is a resident of Metairie, La. SHINICHI YOICHI, 72, was born in the Philippines. Brother Yoichi began his employment with the SIU in 1971. His first voyage was aboard the Overseas Ulla. Brother Yoichi was a member of the deck department. He last sailed on the Falcon Lady. Brother Yoichi calls Portland, Ore. home. INLAND FRANCIS BENEDICT, 69, started shipping with the SIU in 1956. Throughout his career, Boatman Benedict sailed aboard vessels operated by Dixie Carriers. The deck department member was WAYNE NICHOLAS SR, 62, joined the SIU in 1962 in the port of Mobile, Ala. Boatman Nicholas sailed aboard Gulf Atlantic Transport Corporation vessels. In 1983, he upgraded his skills at the Seafarers-affiliated school in Piney Point, Md. Boatman Nicholas makes his home in Eight Mile, Ala. GREAT LAKES TIMOTHY THOMPSON, 53, embarked on his SIU career in 1971 in the port of Detroit, Mich. Brother Thompson originally sailed with Inland Lakes Management in the deck department. The Michigan born mariner enhanced his seafaring abilities on three occasions at the training Reprinted from past issues of the Seafarers LOG. 1945 As a first step toward a National Labor Relations Board election covering the Isthmian fleet, the SIU this week notified Isthmian that the SIU represented a majority of Isthmian seamen and demanded full recognition as the sole collective bargaining agent. In the event Isthmian refuses the recognition, the SIU will then petition the Labor Board for an election covering all the unlicensed seamen aboard Isthmian ships. In the meantime the organizational drive continued in full swing. Editor’s note: The following brothers, all former members of the National Maritime Union (NMU) and participants in the NMU Pension Trust, recently went on pension. HILLARD BROWN, 63, became an NMU member in 1967. Brother Brown first sailed on the American Scientist. He was born in Charleston, S.C. and worked in the engine department. Brother Brown most recently shipped aboard the Cape Edmont. CUTHBERT FORBES, 63, is a native of Honduras. Brother Forbes joined the union in 1967, first sailing on the Gulf Supreme. Prior to his retirement, he worked aboard the Argonaut. HENRY RICHARDSON, 59, launched his NMU career in 1966 in the port of San Francisco. Brother Richardson was born in New Orleans and shipped as a member of the steward department. His first ship was the U.S. Builder; his most recent was the ITB Jacksonville. around the world due to the refusal of the foreign crews to sail the vessels with their vitally needed cargoes to the war zone…. The Craftsman was first tied up in Kobe, Japan by the desertion of her Indian crew, who would not sail with her Vietnam-bound supplies. A Chinese crew was flown in to man the vessel, but upon reaching Hong Kong, they too refused to continue with the U.S. military cargo. Both of the other ships (London Craftsman and Elys Harbour) are also manned by Chinese crews who refuse to take their cargoes to Vietnam. This Month In SIU History 1955 A new high in both the number of benefits and total sums paid out was established by the dependents’ hospital and surgical plan for the month of October. Sixty Seafarer families benefited from payment of over $9,500 in hospital bills and surgical-medical fees during the month. In the four months since the plan started operating, 196 benefits of this kind have been paid to Seafarers at a total outlay of better than $31,000. 1965 Three more foreign-flag ships transporting military cargoes to South Vietnam for the Defense Department are tied up at various ports October 2006 facility in Piney Point, Md. Brother Thompson’s last ship was the American Republic. He resides in Milton, Fla. 1975 Seventeen ships under contract to the SIU this month received charters to carry U.S. grain to Russia after strong political pressure by labor forced the Ford administration to negotiate a new long-term, five-year shipping agreement with the USSR, which includes higher freight rates and a ceiling on the amount of grain that can be sold to the Russians. Labor’s unified stand against the uncontrolled sale of grain to Russia not only has given a much-needed shot in the arm to the ailing U.S. tanker industry, but will help stabilize all grain-related consumer prices in this country. U.S. tankers will haul an estimated 890,000 tons of grain to the Soviet Union in October. Seafarers LOG 17 �Final Departures DEEP SEA HUBERT ARCHIBALD Pensioner Hubert Archibald, 88, passed away May 15. Brother Archibald joined the union in 1966. His first voyage was aboard the Good Fellow. Brother Archibald was born in New York and shipped in the steward department. Before retiring in 1987, he last sailed on the Boston. Brother Archibald made his home in the state of Washington. ELVYN BUSSELL Pensioner Elvyn Bussell, 81, died April 4. Brother Bussell became an SIU member in 1951 in the port of Philadelphia. He initially sailed aboard the Potrero Hills. Brother Bussell worked in the engine department, last sailing aboard the Diamond State. Brother Bussell was born in Covington, Ky. and called Philadelphia home. He began receiving his pension in 1985. DAVID CAMPBELL Brother David Campbell, 49, passed away April 23. He joined the SIU in 1980 in Piney Point, Md. Brother Campbell’s first ship was the Robert E. Lee. The steward department member, who was a native of Tacoma, Wash., last sailed on the Horizon Tacoma. He was a resident of Spokane, Wash. WILLIAM COFONE Pensioner William Cofone, 81, died Jan. 31. Brother Cofone began his seafaring career in 1955 in the port of Philadelphia. His first trip was on the Royal Oak, where he worked in the deck department. Brother Cofone, who was born in New York, last sailed aboard the Overseas Valdez. He resided in the Philippines and began receiving his pension in 1990. ESTUARDO CUENCA Pensioner Estuardo Cuenca, 82, passed away April 24. Brother Cuenca started sailing with the SIU in 1952 from the port of New York. He originally worked on the Steel Ranger in the engine department. Brother Cuenca was born in Ecuador. Prior to his retirement in 1985, he worked aboard the Pittsburgh. Brother Cuenca lived in Hialeah, Fla. ing career. Boatman Oliver first worked aboard the Cedar Rapid. Prior to his retirement in 1991, he worked aboard G&H Towing Company boats. Boatman Oliver called Timpson, Texas home. FELIX DAYRIT HENRY REYNOLDS Pensioner Felix Dayrit, 92, passed away April 10. Born in the Philippines, Brother Dayrit embarked on his seafaring career in 1948. His first ship was the Steel King. Brother Dayrit was a member of the engine department. His final voyage was aboard the Santa Maria. Brother Dayrit started collecting his retirement compensation in 1979. He called San Francisco home. Pensioner Henry Reynolds, 72, passed away March 7. Boatman Reynolds joined the ranks of the SIU in 1963. He sailed primarily aboard Hvide Marine and Seabulk Tanker vessels. Boatman Reynolds was born in Niceville, Fla. and lived in Port Arthur, Texas. He went on pension in 1996. FRANCES DEAL Pensioner Frances Deal, 79, died April 26. Sister Deal joined the union in 1978 in the port of Wilmington, Calif. Her first ship was the Santa Magdalena. Sister Deal worked in the steward department, last sailing aboard the Kauai. She was born in West Virginia and made her home in Los Angeles, Calif. Sister Deal began receiving her pension benefits in 1992. LUIS FILIPETTI Brother Luis Filipetti, 71, passed away April 1. He became an SIU member in 1957 in the port of Baltimore. Brother Filipetti was born in Puerto Rico and first sailed aboard an Ore Navigation Company vessel. He last worked on the Cape Ducato. Brother Filipetti resided in Adjuntas, P.R. GARFIELD PERSLEY Brother Garfield Persley, 26, died March 13. He joined the Seafarers in 2005 while at the Paul Hall Center in Piney Point, Md. Brother Persley’s first trip to sea was aboard the Steven L. Bennett. He was a resident of his native state of Louisiana. DONALD RUNDBLAD Pensioner Donald Rundblad, 75, passed away March 3. Brother Rundblad launched his SIU career in 1947. He initially sailed on the William F. Cody. Brother Rundblad was born in New York and shipped in the deck department. He made his home in Tacoma, Wash. INLAND ARTHUR CUNNINGHAM Pensioner Arthur Cunningham, 81, died May 14. Brother Cunningham joined the Marine Cooks & Stewards (MC&S) in 1953 in the port of San Francisco. He began his seafaring career on the Santa Magdalena. Brother 18 Seafarers LOG sailing with the NMU in 1944 from the port of New York. Born in Martinique, his last voyage was aboard the Marine Fiddler. Brother Ossou retired in 1968. the Hampton Roads. He went on pension in 1985. Cunningham was born in Hamilton, Ohio. The steward department member last worked aboard the Chief Gadao. Brother Cunningham, who made his home in Portland, Ore., began his retirement in 1987. SYDELLE AYUSO OLLIE TAYLOR Pensioner Ollie Taylor, 80, died May 15. Born in LaGrange, N.C., Boatman Taylor initiated his seafaring career in 1977, sailing primarily aboard vessels operated by Crowley Towing & Transportation of Jacksonville. Boatman Taylor retired in 1991 and made his home in Satsuma, Fla. GREAT LAKES EDWIN ROOFNER Brother Edwin Roofner, 53, passed away May 3. He became an SIU member in 2005. Brother Roofner was born in Youngstown, Ohio. He worked in the deck department on the Susan Hannah during his seafaring career. Brother Roofner was a resident of Chicago. Editor’s note: The following brothers and sister, all former members of the National Maritime Union (NMU) and participants in the NMU Pension Trust, have passed away. MARCIANO ALMEIDA Pensioner Marciano Almeida, 78, died March 20. Brother Almeida joined the union in 1945 in the port of New York. He was born in Fall River, Mass. and sailed as a member of the steward department. Brother Almeida initially shipped on Pensioner Sydelle Ayuso, 80, passed away Jan. 13. Brother Ayuso became an NMU member in 1960 in the port of New York. The steward department member’s first voyage was aboard the Argentina. Brother Ayuso last sailed on the American Astronaut. He started receiving his retirement benefits in 1987. WILLIAM BONNER Pensioner William Bonner, 96, died Jan. 15. Brother Bonner commenced his NMU career in 1935 while in the port of Norfolk, Va. His first vessel was the E.R. Kemp. Brother Bonner was a Rhode Island, native. He began collecting his pension in 1968. ALFRED CUNNINGHAM Pensioner Alfred Cunningham, 78, passed away Feb. 17. Brother Cunningham joined the NMU in 1967 in the port of Houston. His earliest trip to sea was aboard the Leslie Lykes. Brother Cunningham was born in Illinois and shipped in the engine department. His last voyage was on the Margaret Lykes. Brother Cunningham became a pensioner in 1990. JOHN LeBLANC Pensioner John LeBlanc, 83, died Feb. 17. The Texas-born mariner began his NMU career in 1942, first sailing from Port Arthur, Texas aboard the Gulf Gem. He was a member of the engine department. Before retiring in 1972, Brother LeBlanc worked on the Texaco Georgia. DIDIER OSSOU Pensioner Didier Ossou, 83, passed away Jan. 9. Brother Ossou began FREDY RECINOS Pensioner Fredy Recinos, 86, died March 24. Brother Recinos joined the union in 1963 in the port of New York. He initially shipped as a member of the steward department on the Constitution. Brother Recinos, who was born in Guatemala, last sailed aboard the Brinton Lykes. He went on pension in 1983. CHRISTOBAL ROSARIO Pensioner Christobal Rosario, 80, passed away Feb. 26. Brother Rosario joined the NMU in 1943 in the port of New York. He first worked aboard the Southern Sun. Brother Rosario last sailed on the Export Champion. He started receiving his pension in 1971. JOSEPH TRUPIO Pensioner Joseph Trupio, 88, died Feb. 4. Brother Trupio was born in Brooklyn, and began his seafaring career in the port of New York. Brother Trupio’s last voyage was aboard the American Lark. He retired in 1968. MARTIN YATES Pensioner Martin Yates, 90, passed away Feb. 16. Brother Yates joined the NMU in 1937 in the port of Jacksonville, Fla. The steward department member, who was born in the Cayman Islands, first worked on the Benjamin Brewster. His most recent voyage was aboard the Marine Texan. Editor’s note: In addition to the individuals listed above, the following NMU members, all of whom were pensioners, passed away on the dates indicated. NAME AGE Barnes, Claude 80 DOD NAME AGE Dec. 7 Maggio, Antonio 78 DOD Aug. 24 Battle, Luis 89 Dec. 11 McKiver, James 67 Aug. 24 Bertalo, Ferdinand 78 Aug. 4 Midence, Salvador 85 June 23 Blanco, Basilio 82 Dec. 3 Mosely, Arthur 81 Aug. 1 Butigan, Andrew 81 May 18 Negron, Rafael 84 Feb. 5 91 July 31 JAMES OLIVER Cooke, Edmond 93 Dec. 8 Ng, Hon Chung Pensioner James Oliver, 80, died March 6. Boatman Oliver began shipping with the SIU in 1945 in the port of Philadelphia. The Texas-born mariner sailed in both the inland and deep sea divisions during his seafar- Cruz, Cristobal 82 Dec. 10 Paun, Tin 90 July 24 Davis, Cornelius 81 Aug. 12 Poopsingh, Flavius 93 Aug. 1 DeMario, Ernest 84 July 23 Rolling, Albert 79 July 21 Fawson, Mary 90 Feb. 1 Shepherd, Edward 87 July 31 Harris, Hewlet 82 Aug. 4 Simmons, Lloyd 69 Aug. 20 Hayes, Leon 82 July 25 Trahan, James 78 Aug. 22 James, Leslie 89 Aug. 3 Trotman, Stephen 60 Aug. 9 Latten, Henry 79 Aug. 5 Winnier, Joseph 82 Aug. 3 October 2006 �Digest of Shipboard Union Meetings The Seafarers LOG attempts to print as many digests of union shipboard minutes as possible. On occasion, because of space limitations, some will be omitted. Ships minutes first are reviewed by the union’s contract department. Those issues requiring attention or resolution are addressed by the union upon receipt of the ships’ minutes. The minutes are then forwarded to the Seafarers LOG for publication. HORIZON PACIFIC (Horizon Lines), July 27—Chairman Glenn R. Christianson, Secretary Robert P. Mosley, Educational Director Ursel R. Barber, Deck Delegate Julius C. Udan, Engine Delegate Michael G. Bautista, Steward Delegate Jabr A. Matari. Bosun discussed benefits of new contract and and spoke about importance of contributing to SPAD. He asked departing crew members to leave rooms clean for next person and reminded them to check in with customs and immigration as well as their union agent before leaving ship. Secretary encouraged Seafarers to upgrade skills at Paul Hall Center in Piney Point, Md. and keep documents, drug tests and dues current. Treasurer stated $350.37 in cook-out fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward department for great food and cookouts during journey. Suggestion made to have nationwide registry for all ports. Everyone was asked to keep noise down while watchstanders are resting. Next ports: Tacoma, Wash.; Oakland, Calif.; Hawaii; Guam; Hong Kong. HORIZON TACOMA (Horizon Lines), July 30—Chairman Joseph Artis, Secretary Cynthia L. Caster, Educational Director Mohamed N. Alsinai, Deck Delegate Mark E. Pesola, Engine Delegate Leo B. Bacall, Steward Delegate Reynaldo C. Telmo. Chairman announced Aug. 1 payoff prior to arrival in Tacoma, Wash. He advised crew members to check with boarding patrolman before departing vessel. He also spoke about new requirements for SHBP eligibility and that balloting on changes to constitution will take place between Sept. 1 and Oct. 31. Secretary asked crew going ashore to clean rooms and see her if any cleaning supplies are needed. Educational director urged all mariners to take advantage of union’s free education at the Seafarers-affiliated school in Piney Point, Md. No beefs or dis- puted OT reported. Bosun read and posted e-mail from Port Agent Bryan Powell in the crew lounge. Crew was asked to put trash in the garbage room receptacles. Clarification requested regarding emergency leave, including complete copy of the Federal Family and Medical Leave Act. Discussion held about new eligibility rules for medical benefits. Vote of thanks given to steward department for good food. Next ports: Tacoma; Anchorage, Alaska. MOTIVATOR (Maersk Line Limited), July 23—Chairman Laurentis D. Colbert, Secretary Judi L. Chester, Educational Director Edwin P. Taylor, Deck Delegate Donald Clotter, Engine Delegate David Terry Jr., Steward Delegate Sukirman B. Suraredojo. Chairman led discussion on observations pertaining to new contract. Educational director encouraged Seafarers to upgrade skills at Piney Point school. He stated that it has been great having the apprentices onboard; they have helped lighten the busy load. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Questions raised concerning pension benefits. Bosun reported great trip; crew worked well together. All onboard thanked steward department for excellent job preparing food and cleaning ship. Next ports: Charleston, S.C.; Houston; Norfolk, Va. ACHIEVER (Maersk Line Limited), Aug. 3—Chairman Ion Irimia, Secretary Kenneth A. Hagan, Educational Director Michael S. Kirby, Deck Delegate Vasilijs P. Semesjuks, Engine Delegate Glenn G. Barnes, Steward Delegate John G. Reid. Chairman reviewed highlights and changes in new contract. Secretary reported on communications from company regarding pay increases retroactive to July 1 that will be mailed by check to member’s current address on file. Educational director encouraged Seafarers to sign up for courses Moving Containers AB Stacey Twiford is on top of a container, preparing to latch it to the crane in order to move it from the Flickertail State. Bosun Dave Brown (in front) directs the crane operations. October 2006 offered at SIU-affiliated school. He also reminded them to start renewal of merchant marine documents (MMDs) early. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Bosun requested improvements to gym, new T.V. antennae, new computer and e-mail for crew. Next ports: Charleston, S.C.; Houston. HORIZON ENTERPRISE (Horizon Lines), Aug. 2— Chairman George B. Khan, Secretary William E. Bryley, Educational Director James E. Tyson Jr., Engine Delegate John E. Coleman. Bosun read letter from company stating that mail being received without ship name on it is being returned to sender. Secretary asked everyone departing ship to clean room and leave fresh linen for next person. He also reminded crew members not to use stripper when cleaning showers; it eats away at the finish and drain seals. Educational director encouraged mariners to upgrade every chance they get at the Paul Hall Center. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew expressed concerns about contact number for medical plan due to time difference between Honolulu and headquarters. Bosun thanked deck department for great job working in holds. Crew expressed gratitude to Chief Cook Freddie Castro for good chow. Everyone was asked to put cushions back on couch and return dishes to the pantry when done watching movies. Next ports: Tacoma, Wash.; Oakland, Calif.; Honolulu; Guam. HORIZON RELIANCE (Horizon Lines), Aug. 6—Chairman Kissinfor N. Taylor, Secretary Thomas M. Wybo, Educational Director Morris A. Jess, Deck Delegate Wilfredo G. Caidoy, Engine Delegate Gualberto M. Salaria, Steward Delegate Abdulla M. Baabbad. Chairman reported on new overtime rate as of Aug. 12; company will mail members the difference if not aboard vessel. He posted 2006 contract changes for everyone to read. Secretary informed crew not to wait for union meeting to address problems. He led discussion on proper steps for resolving issues and conflicts. Treasurer stated $900 in ship’s fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Suggestions made regarding pension benefits. Steward department given vote of thanks for job well done and good teamwork. Next ports: Tacoma, Wash.; Oakland, Calif.; Honolulu. HORIZON TRADER (Horizon Lines), Aug. 13—Chairman Amante V. Gumiran, Secretary Kevin M. Dougherty, Educational Director Jan Haidir, Steward Delegate Ruben Q. Fiel. Bosun pointed out some changes made in new contract. Secretary requested clarification on payoff/day-off policy. Educational director advised crew to take advantage of educational opportunities available at union-affiliated school in Piney Point, Md. This could improve immediate earning potential. Treasurer stated $234 in ship’s fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. It was announced that San Francisco hall moved to Oakland, Calif. President’s report in July 2006 Seafarers LOG was read. Everyone was impressed with SIU President Michael Sacco’s visit with U.S. President George W. Bush. “You can’t ask for a better opportunity to promote U.S. Merchant Marine and our union than that.” It was noted that TV and radio reception in crew lounge has been poor. Captain and chief engineer will get technician to work on problems. Next ports: Tacoma, Wash.; Oakland, Calif.; Honolulu; Guam. INTEGRITY (Interocean American Shipping), Aug. 6— Chairman Robert V. Bakeman, Secretary Susanne Cake, Engine Delegate Davon G. McMillan, Steward Delegate James C. Wadsworth Jr. Chairman talked about new contract and thanked crew for working together safely. He asked mariners to return to ship one hour before sailing. Educational director urged members to enhance seafaring abilities at maritime training facility in noted that some rooms need replacement carpeting as well. Next port: Corpus Christi, Texas. SEABULK POWER (Seabulk Tankers), Aug. 27—Chairman Bradley L. Seibel, Secretary Steven R. Wagner, Educational Director Candido Molina, Deck Delegate James M. Moore, Engine Delegate Gregory A. Terado, Steward Delegate Samuel S. Johnson. Chairman announced Aug. 28 payoff in Tampa, Fla. He asked members to report any safety issues to department head and thanked everyone for great job, especially during Coast Guard inspection. It was Aboard the Green Lake Roosevelt Allen is the chief cook aboard the Green Lake, pictured below in Port Hueneme. Piney Point, Md. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Treasurer stated that all profits from recycling cans will go toward purchase of movies in Charleston, S.C. and new grill in Baltimore. Clarification requested on penalty rates. Recommendation made to raise pension benefits and wage rates. Next port: New York. MAERSK CAROLINA (Maersk Line Limited), Aug. 8—Chairman Thomas P. Flanagan, Secretary Gerard L. Hyman, Educational Director Kevin M. Cooper, Deck Delegate Basil R. D’Souza. Chairman announced payoff upon arrival in Charleston, S.C. He thanked members for safe, smooth trip. Educational director encouraged mariners to keep documents current and upgrade at Piney Point school. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Members requested information on new contract. Suggestions made regarding improving pension, medical and vacation benefits. Steward department thanked for job well done. Next ports: Norfolk, Va.; Charleston. OVERSEAS NEW ORLEANS (OSG Ship Management), Aug. 26—Chairman Samuel Duah, Secretary Jonathan White, Educational Director John E. Trent, Deck Delegate Michael W. Edwards, Engine Delegate Craig S. Croft, Steward Delegate Devalence W. Smiley. Chairman stated patrolman coming aboard in Tampa, Fla. He asked crew members to be prepared to pay dues at that time. No beefs or disputed OT reported. It was suggested that each member read the Seafarers LOG to see what the union is doing for us. President’s report from LOG was read and discussed. Request made for new mattresses for crew rooms. It was reported that ship would sail one day early due to approach of Hurricane Ernesto. Educational director encouraged Seafarers to attend classes at Paul Hall Center and renew MMDs at least 6 months before expiration date. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Vote of thanks given to steward department for good job. Next port: Tampa. USNS MARY SEARS (Horizon Lines), Aug. 20—Chairman Richard D. Hilbert, Secretary Philip Lau, Educational Director Christopher Eason, Deck Delegate Kelly J. Doyle, Steward Delegate James C. Dewey. Chairman talked about holiday change: Paul Hall Day will be replaced by Columbus Day. He also went over change in medical benefits. Questions were raised about new 150-day policy in order to be eligible for benefits. No beefs or disputed OT reported. USNS SISLER (Maersk Line Limited), Aug. 14—Chairman Eddie L. Thomas Sr., Secretary Susan K. Bowman, Educational Director Timothy A. Chestnut, Engine Delegate Pati F. Taototo, Steward Delegate Teresito O. Reyes. Bosun talked about changes in seatime requirements to remain eligible for benefits. He also reported on safety meeting. Bosun stressed importance of separating trash, noting that aerosol cans are like bombs in an incinerator. Treasurer stated $57.50 in ship’s fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Recommendation made to increase wages and vacation pay. Crew members conversed about what ship’s fund money should be used for. Suggestions included basketbal hoop, DVD burner, T-shirts, pingpong table. Next port: Jacksonville, Fla. Seafarers LOG 19 �Letters to the Editor Editor’s note: The Seafarers LOG reserves the right to edit letters for grammar as well as space provisions without changing the writer’s intent. The LOG welcomes letters from members, pensioners, their families and shipmates and will publish them on a timely basis. Repeating a Key Message To keep our union on a true course, it certainly bears repeating, especially in these times: Keep ’em sailing and rolling under the American flag, with American-crewed, Americanbuilt ships. It’s also important that we support trade agreements which protect workers’ rights. By reading the Seafarers LOG, it is obvious that the membership is doing its best to promote and protect a strong U.S.flag fleet. Peter Katlen (Retiree) Xenia, Ohio What the Doctor Ordered Just letting you know that I’ve been taking several medications every day for many years. I am 75 years old and am very grateful for my prescription drug coverage through the Seafarers Health and Benefits Plan. The program works very well. Pete Macaraeg San Francisco Backing H.R. 23 The SIU has been a great help in supporting and promoting H.R. 23, the Belated Thank You Act. Here is a suggested message for mariners and other supporters to use when calling or writing their elected representatives to promote this legislation (the toll-free number to the Capitol switchboard is 888-355-3588): I urge you to sign Discharge Petition #14 for the release of H.R. 23, the Belated Thank You to the Merchant Mariners of World War II Act. The members of the U.S. House of Representatives have shown overwhelming support—264 representatives have signed on as cosponsors, but the bill hasn’t been moved out of committee to the full House for a vote. Merchant mariners were an integral part of World War II. We suffered a high casualty rate while we delivered troops, tanks, food, airplanes, fuel and other needed supplies to every theater of war. Without the services of merchant mariners, it would have been very difficult, if not impossible, to win World War II. Unfortunately, we were denied any rights under the GI Bill. We became the forgotten service. It wasn’t until 1988 that we were given any benefits, and even then, we did not receive some portions of the GI Bill. The average age of the WWII mariner is 82. Passing H.R. 23 would provide compensation for many years of lost benefits, which denied many of us the opportunity to get a higher education and to obtain a home loan. Please support us by signing Discharge Petition #14 for H.R. 23. Richard Wiggins Kansas City, Missouri (See photo below) Appeal from USS Dear American seafarers: You may recall the first time you stepped into a USS center in a foreign port. If not, certainly many of your shipmates do. A safe haven, a friendly face, a telephone to call home, money orders so you can transfer funds, a deliciously prepared meal, a gift shop with affordable items, a friend when you need one most—a place to call home away from home. Since 1942, the United Seamen’s Service (USS) has prided itself on the programs and services offered to promote the welfare of American and allied seafarers like you. Today, USS needs your help. Dwindling financial resources makes USS increasingly unsustainable. Survival will depend on the agency’s ability to continue partnerships with seafarers and to build relationships and seek support in the maritime industry—with unions, carriers, government, military and veteran mariners. The origin of the USS coincides with United States involvement in World War II. The military had the USO and military clubs. It was necessary to provide a facility for those American sea- farers who traveled into harm’s way to carry troops and supplies throughout the world, and President Franklin Roosevelt was at the forefront of the effort by the maritime unions and management to establish the USS. USS has continued over the years to provide services to American seafarers to help alleviate the hardships experienced during the Korean, Vietnamese and Persian Gulf conflicts. Today, American mariners are again engaged in maintaining the critical flow of supplies to U.S. armed forces in Iraq and Afghanistan and the network of USS centers are there to support them. A USS affiliate, the American Merchant Marine Library Association, continues to provide libraries to U.S.-flag vessels, and especially to the ships of the Ready Reserve Fleet, to ensure that our mariners have quality reading material while at sea. The USS has survived in an industry that has been through radical change over the last 65 years. Those of us in the maritime industry understand the challenge: international unrest keeping military ships at sea rather than on shore; higher food, beverage and labor costs not easily passed on to seafarers visiting our centers; unstable currency exchange rates; extremely high insurance premiums at our centers in the Pacific due to storms and threat of earthquake; and the total loss of our headquarters office in the World Trade Center on 9/11, among other issues. It is imperative that we support the American seafarers across the globe that overcome adversity and proudly carry our world commerce and serve America in times of crises. Your tax-deductible donation will assist USS in supporting American seafarers. Thank you for your consideration of this worthy cause. As we said in our historic 1940s campaign, “That’s Our Outfit! Let’s Keep It Going!” You may contact USS at 635 Fourth Avenue, Ground Floor, Brooklyn, NY 11232, telephone (212) 269-0711, email: ussammla@ix.netcom.com Let’s keep USS going today. Roger T. Korner Executive Director Brooklyn, New York Know Your Rights FINANCIAL REPORTS. The Constitution of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District/NMU makes specific provision for safeguarding the membership’s money and union finances. The constitution requires a detailed audit by certified public accountants every year, which is to be submitted to the membership by the secretary-treasurer. A yearly finance committee of rank-and-file members, elected by the membership, each year examines the finances of the union and reports fully their findings and recommendations. 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/NMU 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. SHIPPING RIGHTS. A member’s shipping rights and seniority are protected exclusively by contracts between the union and the employers. Members should get to know their shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and available in all union halls. If members believe there have been violations of their shipping or seniority rights as contained in the contracts between the union and the employers, they should notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mail, return receipt requested. The proper address for this is: Augustin Tellez, Chairman Seafarers Appeals Board 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to members at all times, either by writing directly to the union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which an SIU member works and lives aboard a ship or boat. Members should know their contract rights, as well as their obligations, such as filing for overtime (OT) on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If, at any time, a member believes that an SIU patrolman or other union official fails to protect their contractual rights properly, he or she should contact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY — THE SEAFARERS LOG. The Seafarers LOG traditionally has refrained from publishing any article serving the political purposes of any individual in the union, officer or member. It also has refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the union or its collective membership. This established policy has been reaffirmed by membership action at the September 1960 meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsibility for Seafarers 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. Retired mariners show their support for H.R. 23. 20 Seafarers LOG PAYMENT 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 circumstances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any 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 or she should not have been required to make such payment, this should immediately be reported to union headquarters. CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. 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 contents. Any time a member feels any other member or officer is attempting to deprive him or her of any constitutional right or obligation by any methods, such as dealing with charges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, the member so affected should immediately notify 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 discriminated against because of race, creed, color, sex, national or geographic origin. If any member feels that he or she is denied the equal rights to which he or she is entitled, the member should notify union headquarters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DONATION — SPAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fund. Its proceeds are used to further its objects and purposes including, 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 condition of membership in the union or of employment. If a contribution is made by reason of the above improper conduct, the member should notify the Seafarers International Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the contribution for investigation and appropriate action and refund, if involuntary. A member should support SPAD to protect and further his or her economic, political and social interests, and American trade union concepts. NOTIFYING THE UNION—If at any time a member feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he or she has been denied the constitutional right of access to union records or information, the member should immediately notify SIU President Michael Sacco at headquarters by certified mail, return receipt requested. The address is: Michael Sacco, President Seafarers International Union 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746. October 2006 �SEAFARERS PAUL HALL CENTER UPGRADING COURSE SCHEDULE The following is the schedule of courses at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md. for October through the end of 2006. All programs are geared to improve the job skills of Seafarers and to promote the American maritime industry. Please note that this schedule may change to reflect the needs of the membership, the maritime industry and—in times of conflict—the nation’s security. Students attending any of these classes should check in the Saturday before their course’s start date. The courses listed here will begin promptly on the morning of the start dates. For classes ending on a Friday, departure reservations should be made for Saturday. Seafarers who have any questions regarding the upgrading courses offered at the Paul Hall Center may call the admissions office at (301) 994-0010. Safety Specialty Courses Course Start Date Date of Completion Basic Safety Training - AB November 6 November 10 Basic Safety Training - FOWT November 13 November 17 November 27 December 8 October 16 October 20 Assistant Cargo (DL)* (*must have basic fire fighting) Tankerman (PIC) Barge* (*must have basic fire fighting Academic Department Courses Deck Upgrading Courses Course Start Date Date of Completion Able Seaman October 2 October 27 November 13 December 8 October 30 November 10 Lifeboatman/Water Survival General education and college courses are available as needed. In addition, basic vocational support program courses are offered throughout the year, two weeks prior to the beginning of a vocational course. An introduction to computers course will be self-study. Upgrade at the Paul Hall Center Steward Upgrading Courses Galley Operations/Advanced Galley Operations modules start every week. Certified Chief Cook/Chief Steward classes start every other week beginning Oct. 2, 2006. Engine Upgrading Courses Course Start Date Date of Completion Basic Auxiliary Plant Ops November 13 December 8 Marine Electrician October 23 December 15 A future edition of the Seafarers LOG Welding October 9 October 27 will contain a complete guide of all the upgrading courses available to Recertification Bosun October 9 students in the year 2007. November 6 � UPGRADING APPLICATION Name ________________________________________________________________ Address_______________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________ Telephone _________________________ Deep Sea Member † Lakes Member Date of Birth ______________________ † Inland Waters Member † If the following information is not filled out completely, your application will not be processed. Social Security # ______________________ Book # _________________________ Seniority _____________________________ Department _____________________ U.S. Citizen: Yes † No † Home Port _____________________________ With this application, COPIES of the following must be sent: One hundred and twentyfive (125) days seatime for the previous year, one day in the last six months prior to the date your class starts, USMMD (z-card) front and back, front page of your union book indicating your department and seniority, and qualifying seatime for the course if it is Coast Guard tested. All OL, AB, JE and Tanker Assistant (DL) applicants must submit a U.S. Coast Guard fee of $140 with their application. The payment should be made with a money order only, payable to LMSS. COURSE BEGIN DATE END DATE ____________________________ _______________ _______________ ____________________________ _______________ _______________ ____________________________ _______________ _______________ ____________________________ _______________ _______________ ____________________________ _______________ _______________ ____________________________ _______________ _______________ Endorsement(s) or License(s) now held _____________________________________ LAST VESSEL: _____________________________________ Rating: ___________ _____________________________________________________________________ Date On: ___________________________ Date Off: ________________________ Are you a graduate of the SHLSS/PHC trainee program? † Yes † No If yes, class # __________________________________________________________ Have you attended any SHLSS/PHC upgrading courses? † Yes † No If yes, course(s) taken ___________________________________________________ Do you hold the U.S. Coast Guard Lifeboatman Endorsement? † Yes † No Firefighting: † Yes † No CPR: † Yes † No Primary language spoken ________________________________________________ October 2006 SIGNATURE __________________________________ DATE ________________ NOTE: Transportation will be paid in accordance with the scheduling letter only if you present original receipts and successfully complete the course. If you have any questions, contact your port agent before departing for Piney Point. RETURN COMPLETED APPLICATION TO: Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education, Admissions Office, P.O. Box 75, Piney Point, MD 20674-0075; or fax to (301) 994-2189. The Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education is a private, non-profit, equal opportunity institution and admits students, who are otherwise qualified, of any race, nationality or sex. The school complies with applicable laws with regard to admission, access or treatment of students in its programs or activities. 10/06 Seafarers LOG 21 �Paul Hall Center Classes Unlicensed Apprentice Water Survival Class 677 — Graduating from the water survival course are unlicensed apprentices from class 677. They include (in alphabetical order) Mohammed Ali, Carlos Balado Hernandez, Michael Bussiere, Rustin Calame, John Cash, Robert Freeman, Thomas Hampshire, John McKay, Zachary Miano, Teddy Ramos Zayas, Cindy Smith, Thomas Streeper III, Michael Stilwell, Darrell Taylor, Kristopher Travis, Steven Trewitt, Eeric White and John Worae. AB — Receiving certificates for completion of the AB class ending Sept. 15 are (in no specific order) Arnie Borja, S. Khin Naing, Leander Garrett, Jack Gainers, Vadym Gutara, Richard Fugit, Michael Williams, Ronald Ramos, Jeffrey Tyson, Robert Hayes and Jacob Kamp. Their instructor, Bernabe Pelingon, is at far left. FOWT — Aug. 8 graduates of the FOWT course are SIU upgraders (in no specific order) Jaret Latta, Mark Pitt, Richard Goff, Paul Jefferson, Michael Warner, Kevin Tyson, Dustin Schultz, Gregory Holsey Jr. Ted Gonzales, Adam Soto, Jeremy Martinez, Maurice Terry, Randolph Scott, David Quade, Lua Tran, Mikel Tittsworth, Martin Hamilton, Kevin Lopez, Howard Vick, Bryan Dawson and Emma Porter. (Note: Not all are pictured.) ARPA — Upgrading Seafarers who completed the ARPA course Aug. 25 are (in alphabetical order) Joel Fahselt, James Hall, Carl Kivela, Sergey Kurchenko, Kenneth Lattin, Carlos Llanos and Robert Warren. Their instructor, Mike Smith, is standing third from right. Radar — Under the instruction of Mike Smith (second from left) are Aug. 18 graduates of the radar course (in alphabetical order) Joel Fahselt, William Gates, James Hall, Sergey Kurchenko, Kenneth Lattin, Carlos Llanos and Robert Warren. Any student who has registered for a class and finds—for whatever reason— that he or she cannot attend, please inform the admissions department so that another student may take that place. Computer Lab Classes Left: Holding his certificate of achievement for a course completed Aug. 4 in the computer lab at the Paul Hall Center is James Bryand Jr. His instructor, Rick Prucha, stands beside him. Right: With instructor Rick Prucha (standing) are students who completed their computer courses Aug. 11. They are Fernando Mesa (left) and Matthew Whitmore. 22 Seafarers LOG October 2006 �Paul Hall Center Classes Tanker Familiarization/Assistant Cargo (DL) — Upgrading students who completed this course Aug. 11 are (in no specific order) Warren Barney, Elisha Johnson, Brian Gauntt, William Brennan, Eduardo Osorio, Alvin Jackson, Michael Orton, Michael Valdez, Jefferson Julian, Denis Dubro, Slavi Zahariev, Joseph McCrosky, Novert Wimberly, Jose Lopez, Charlie Chapman, James Larkin Jr. and Carlos Velasquez. Their instructor, Jim Shaffer, is at far right. Tankerman (PIC) Barge — The tankerman (PIC) barge course took place Aug. 7-11. Receiving certificates of completion are (in no specific order) David Nimmer, Glenn Perry, Al Zapata-Nicholls, Tom Filippone, Michael Merrell Jr., John Haller, German Oliva, William Rieckelman, Lace Killman and Chris Cain. Not pictured is Carlos Perez Jr. Their instructor, Mitch Oakley, is at far left. Lifeboatman/Water Survival — Aug. 18 was graduation day for students in the water survival course. They are (in no specific order) Tracy Hill, Abdulataef Ali, S. Khin Naing, Richard Fugit, Joaquim Ganeto, Anya Mixon, Ardeccia Hill, Jimmie Gross Jr. Keith Kowaleski and Julie Duoroznak. Their instructor, Bernabe Pelingon, is seated in front. Medical Care Provider — Completing the medical care provider course Aug. 18 are (in no specific order) Victor Nunez, Lace Killman, Larry Pascua, Antonio Libo-on, Joseph Grandinetti and James Bryant. Their instructor was Mark Cates (not pictured). STCW — NCL, Aug. 17: Christina Preciado, Shawn Richardson, Jennifer Richardson, Edmundo Rico, Concetta Rocco, Orion Rodgers, Renesha Rogers, James Roper, Kipenzi Roseberry, Max Roseme, Maria Schneider, Cidnee Scott, Amy Scull, Christopher Sermons, Muein Sharkassi, Andrea Smith, Gina Spriggs, Caitlin Sullivan, Tiffany Swearingen, Gino Terranova, Nichole Thomas, Pirun Tough and Candace Trice. STCW — NCL, Aug. 24: Erica Dulla, Angel Dumeng Jr., Christopher Eastwood, Johanna Figueroa Mulero, Timothy Fonseca, Josh Garner, Quinterria Gibson, Carl Gonzalez, Christopher Gosnell, Justine Goworoski, Charlotte Gray, Donzalla Greer, Angeleen Gulch, Roger Harper, K. HayesBoots, Hayley Hill, James Holman, Tamia Horton, Glenda Howell, Paul Hunt, Shigeo Iesako, Tonya Jackson, Olga Jaramillo, Lisa Jeffery, Matt Kalafut, Shaun Kelley and Carol Leach. October 2006 Academics Dept Taking advantage of the educational opportunities available at the Paul Hall Center, Rahul Bagchi recently completed Math 101—College Mathematics. Standing next to instructor Rick Prucha, he displays his certificate of completion. Seafarers LOG 23 �Volume 68, Number 10 October 2006 Attention Seafarers: Remember SPAD for Job Security Seafarers S eafarers o n t hhee West C oast Working as a team aboard Matson’s Manukai are, from left, ACU Mary Lou Lopez, Chief Steward Carl Poggioli and Chief Cook Karen Fensel. This photo was snapped during a recent servicing visit to the inland Brusco tugs Wynema Spirit and Lulapin Spirit in Port Hueneme. From the left are Deck Utilities Kasanova Langi, Mike Howard, Jason Diaz and Mike Johnson. New Oakland Hall Opens Loaded with containers, the Manukai recently called on the port of Long Beach. While visiting the West Coast for the grand opening of the new union hall in Oakland, President Michael Sacco (seated) and Executive Vice President Augie Tellez (far left) met with crew members aboard the Horizon Reliance. Capt. Jim Marshal (center) presents a safety award to AB Albert Mensa Jr. (left) and Patricio Libre aboard the Seabulk Mariner. Thanks to Recertified Bosun Ramon Castro, the bosun aboard the vessel, for sending this photo to the LOG. A grand opening was held to mark the occasion of the moving of the old San Francisco hall to a new facility in nearby Oakland, Calif. Aug. 17 (Sept. 2006 Seafarers LOG). Approximately 150 peo- With much excitement in the air, SIU President ple attended the Michael Sacco (center) is ready to cut the ceremoceremony, nial ribbon to the new hall as Vice President West including SIU Coast Nick Marrone (left) and Assistant Vice officials President West Coast Nick Celona look on. President Michael Sacco, Executive Vice President Augie Tellez and Secretary-Treasurer David Heindel as well as representatives from companies and other unions, including Matson, APL, Horizon, Crowley, Iron Workers, Sheet Metal Workers, Plumbers, Carpenters, IBEW, Fire Fighters, Police Officers and the Alameda Labor Council. Oakland Mayor Jerry Brown sent a proclamation that was read to the audience, welcoming the SIU to the city; and the Eleventh Coast Guard District presented the union with a certificate of appreciation to commemorate the new hiring hall and in “grateful appreciation for your outstanding support of the United States Coast Guard and the San Francisco Bay Maritime Community.” As previously reported, the new hall offers more than 30 parking spaces next to the building, with additional parking nearby. It includes a media room for rank-and-file members featuring a television and highspeed internet hookups. It has a classroom for off-site training, meeting and conference rooms, is bright and clean, and—best of all—it’s well situated to the waterfront and within easy distance of public transportation. 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Title A name given to the resource October 2006 Description An account of the resource HEADLINES CROWLY BUILDING FOR MORE ATBS SEAFARERS VOTE ON ADMENDMENTS PRESIDENT BUSH CREDITS SIU, SCHOOL LABOR DAY SPEECH INCLUDES STRONG PRAISE FOR UNION, PAUL HAL CENTER INDUSTRY AWAITS FINAL TWIC, MMC REGS CRESCENT ADDS TUG ‘NOON WEDNESDAY’ FIRST PHILADELPHIA TANKER FLOATED OUT OSG TO OPERATE NEW BUILDS FROM AKER AMERICAN SHIPPING SECRET MISSION, OPEN KUDOS FOR SBX CREW USNS RED CLOUD RECEIVES ‘CONSTANT CARE AWARD’ PETERS NOMINATED AS TRANSPORTATION SECRETARY INTERNATIONAL STUDY SHOWS UNION SHIPS ARE HAPPIER SURVEY SAYS MANY AMERICANS FRET ABOUT HEALTH CARE COSTS CIVMARS ASSIST IN MERCY’S HUMANITARIAN MISSIONS ARTICLE DESCRIBES ROUTINE ABOARD SIU-CREWED GEORGIA NEW OAKLAND HALL OPENS Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Seafarers Log Digital Copies 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 10/01/2006 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. 68, No. 10 2006 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/03f034557209c8415ebc509a06904a54.pdf 2b3b4470a66ff4b43f1ad7f82590ac62 PDF Text Text 44775_P01_24x:September-07 10/2/2007 1:05 PM Page 1 Volume 69, Number 10 October 2007 ‘Mapping Out a Brighter Future’ At left: AFL-CIO President John Sweeney addresses the convention as SIUNA President Michael Sacco (center) and Secretary-Treasurer David Heindel listen. At right, U.S. Rep. Elijah Cummings (D-Md.) discusses challenges facing the maritime industry. Delegates, Speakers Address Maritime And Other Critical Issues The Seafarers International Union of North America (SIUNA) on Sept. 13-14 conducted its 25th convention, hosted by the union-affiliated Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md. Guest speakers from Congress, the administration, the military and the domestic and international labor movements tackled a range of key issues— some of them maritime-specific, others more broad, including health care. The event’s theme was “Mapping Out a Brighter Future.” Coverage starts on pages 2-3 and continues on pages 9-14. International Association of Machinists President Tom Buffenbarger notes the consistent solidarity shown by SIUNA unions. U.S. Maritime Administrator Sean Connaughton talks about opportunities for U.S. mariners on LNG ships. Tanker Construction Updates Aker Philadelphia Shipyard and General Dynamics NASSCO, respectively, recently provided updates on the tanker construction projects happening at those yards. In Philadelphia, the third product tanker in a series of ships being built for SIU-contracted OSG was floated from its berth in the yard’s building dock (right) in late August. Also, steel cutting has begun for the sixth vessel. In San Diego, construction started Aug. 30 on the lead tanker in a series being built for SIUcontracted U.S. Shipping Partners. Page 3. SEATU Convention CIVMAR News Seafarers Pension Plan Notice Page 6 Page 16 Page 20 �44775_P01_24:September-07 9/28/2007 10:14 PM Page 2 SIU of Canada Demands Answers After Dangerous Greenpeace Stunt President’s Report Convention a Roaring Success I can honestly say that the convention held last month by the Seafarers International Union of North America ranks as one of the best we’ve ever had. Many of the guest speakers offered uplifting expressions of solidarity. They also provided valuable insights into the workings of our government and military. Convention delegates and guest speakers alike took candid looks at key challenges facing the Michael Sacco maritime industry and facing all working families. Consistent with the event’s theme—“Mapping Out a Brighter Future”—we formed strategies moving forward that I believe will prove to be appropriate and effective. Parts of the 25th SIUNA convention had a decidedly international flavor, and not just because of the strong attendance by our brothers and sisters from the SIU of Canada. Our lineup of guest speakers included leaders from the International Transport Workers’ Federation, the Maritime Union of Australia and the Norwegian Seafarers Union. Their remarks really held everyone’s attention, and I think the audience could tell they were heartfelt. Something that stood out among those speeches was the consistent recognition of how politics affects all of our industries. As Paddy Crumlin, national secretary of the Maritime Union of Australia put it, “The reason the SIU is in Washington is that’s where the decisions get made. That’s where the Jones Act lives and dies. The heart and the mind of the union is in Washington because if you’re unable to persuade the politicians, then we’re in the hands of big business and global business—and they don’t care about our interests.” When union officials from other countries see things as we do on such an important subject, it reinforces our own beliefs and strengthens our resolve. I should also mention that Paddy paid tribute to the late John Fay, whom he described as “a giant in more ways than one.” As many, if not most, of our members know, John was a top official in the SIUNA and did groundbreaking international work not only on behalf of our union but truly for all mariners. He passed away in November 2005. “He was a larger-than-life character that really represented the interests of seafarers and the SIU all over the world,” Paddy said. “He was greatly respected right to his last breath. Hopefully that message will get back to John’s family.” In ways that John undoubtedly would approve, his union family throughout the convention focused on the tasks at hand. They include organizing new members, boosting the U.S. Merchant Marine, fighting for good health-care coverage and much more. As always, it starts with hard work. And as always, sooner or later it will involve politics. We’re ready. We’re committed. We will get the job done. Pension Notice This edition of the LOG contains a Seafarers Pension Plan notice with a long section on rules governing insolvent plans. I want to make it clear that there is a legal requirement to publish this notice along with the footnotes, but the Seafarers Pension Plan is fully funded. (All pension plans such as the Seafarers Pension Plan, regardless of their condition, are required to send out a notice.) The Plan is not in trouble at all. A quick read of the notice may cause undue concern. The bottom line is that the Seafarers Pension Plan is in good shape. Volume 69, Number 10 October 2007 The SIU on line: www.seafarers.org The Seafarers LOG (ISSN 1086-4636) is published monthly by the Seafarers International Union; Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District/NMU, AFL-CIO; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, MD 20746. Telephone (301) 8990675. Periodicals postage paid at Southern Maryland 20790-9998. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the Seafarers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. Communications Director, Jordan Biscardo; Managing Editor/Production, Deborah A. Hirtes; Associate Editor, Jim Guthrie; Art, Bill Brower; Administrative Support, Misty Dobry. Copyright © 2007 Seafarers International Union, AGLIWD All Rights Reserved. 2 Seafarers LOG The SIU of Canada last month called for charges of terrorism or piracy to be levied against Greenpeace activists who illegally boarded a union-crewed ship on Lake Erie. Protestors from the Greenpeace vessel Arctic Sunrise during the morning hours of Aug. 30 unlawfully went aboard the union-crewed Algomarine on Lake Erie as it was delivering a shipment of coal to a power plant at Nanticoke, Canada. “This isn’t a small incident,” said James Given, vice president of the Seafarers International Union of Canada. “They put the lives of 16 guys in danger. They (crew members) didn’t know why the protestors were there.” According to several reports, five activists boarded the ship in a bid to delay its delivery of 30,000 tons of coal to the power plant. In the process, they hoped to draw attention to the issue of global warming. After writing the words “No coal, no nuclear—Clean energy” on the ship’s hull, two of the protestors boarded the Algomarine and chained themselves to its discharge boom, which is used to unload coal. Sources say a third demonstrator suspended herself from the vessel’s stern where she dangled dangerously close to the rudder, making movement of the ship impossible. Following the boarding, the Algomarine’s captain radioed the Coast Guard to have the activists removed. He then veered away from the port to await the arrival of authorities. The trio—Dominique Du Sablon, 20, of Toronto; Charlie Latimer, 25, of Vancouver; and Emily-Elizabeth Storey, 22, of Toronto—eventually was cut down and taken away by Ontario Provincial Police to a detachment in Cayuga, Ontario. They were charged with two counts of mischief apiece, but Given contends the protesters should have been charged with terrorism or piracy. “It is piracy. You’re still a pirate. You’re still boarding a ship illegally,” he said during a phone interview from the union’s Thorold, Ontario office. Given said the 16 crew members aboard the Algomarine—some from Niagara, Nova Scotia and Newfoundland—had already been dealing with stressful circumstances before the protest. A crew member from Nova Scotia died during an accident aboard the ship two weeks earlier when it was at a port in Quebec, according to Given. The Greenpeace protest unnecessarily targeted the Algomarine crew, he said. Given has since written a letter to Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper on behalf of the union demanding to know why the protesters are not facing more serious charges. The union also wants the federal government to call a public inquiry into why no preventative measures were taken by authorities to stop the protesters from boarding the ship. Besides targeting the Algomarine crew, the actions of the protestors also put themselves in jeopardy, said Allister Paterson. He works for Seaway Marine Transport, the company that manages the Algomarine for Algoma Central Corp. “You’d have to have a death wish, I think, to do something like that,” he said of the stunt. Paterson added he could not understand how the protesters even managed to board the Algomarine. “The ship is 700-plus feet long and they’re very high. It’s an athletic feat to climb. There’s no set of stairs. It’s exceptionally dangerous, because if you fall and you go under, you’re dead.” The activists’ boarding of the coal carrier came one day after the Ontario Power Authority released plans for a new power plan that calls for more than $25 billion to be spent on nuclear power plants to ensure the province’s electricity supply until 2025. ILO Report: American Workers Are World’s Most Productive American workers constitute the world’s most prolific labor force. They stay longer in the office, at the factory or on the farm than their counterparts in Europe and most other rich nations, and they produce more per person over the year. American workers also get more done per hour than everyone but the Norwegians, according to a report released Aug. 27 by the United Nations International Labor Organization (ILO). Concisely put, the United States “leads the world in labor productivity,” said the report, which was scrutinized by the Associated Press. The study, “Key Indicators of the Labor Market 2001-2002,” was based on a research effort led by labor market economist Lawrence Jeff Johnson, who serves as chief of the ILO Employment Trends Team. Findings were based on 2006 figures for many countries, or on the most recent available. The average U.S. worker produces $63,885 of wealth per year, more than their counterparts in all other countries, the ILO said in the report. Ireland comes in second at $55,986, followed by Luxembourg at $55,641, Belgium at $55,235 and France at $54,609. Only part of the U.S. productivity growth, which has outpaced that of many other developed economies, can be explained by the longer hours Americans are putting in, the ILO said. The U.S., according to the report, also beats all 27 nations in the European Union (EU), Japan and Switzerland in the amount of wealth created per hour of work—a second key measure of productivity. Norway, which is not an EU member, generates the most output per working hour, $37.99, a figure inflated by the country’s billions of dollars in oil exports and high prices for goods at home, according to the report. The U.S. is second at $35.63—about a half dollar ahead of third-place France. The U.S. employee put in an average 1,804 hours of work in 2006, the report said. That compared with 1,407 hours for the Norwegian worker and 1,564 for the French. It pales, however, in comparison with the annual hours worked per person in Asia, where seven economies—South Korea, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Hong Kong, China, Malaysia and Thailand— surpassed 2,200 average hours per worker. But those countries had lower productivity rates. America’s increased productivity “has to do with the ICT (information and communication technologies) revolution, with the way the U.S. organizes companies, with the high level of competition in the country, with the extension of trade and investment abroad,” said Jose Manuel Salazar, the ILO’s head of employment. The ILO report warned that the widening of the gap between leaders such as the U.S. and poorer nations has been even more dramatic. Laborers from regions such as Southeast Asia, Latin America and the Middle East have the potential to create more wealth but are being held back by a lack of investment in training, equipment and technology, the agency said. In sub-Saharan Africa, workers are only about one-twelfth as productive as those in developed countries, the report said. “The huge gap in productivity and wealth is cause for great concern,” ILO Director-General Juan Somavia said, adding that it was important to raise productivity levels of the lowest-paid workers in the world’s poorest countries. China and other East Asian countries are catching up quickest with Western countries. Productivity in the region has doubled in the past decade and is accelerating faster than anywhere else, the report said. But they still have a long way to go: Workers in East Asia are still only about one-fifth as productive as laborers in industrialized countries. Green Bay Reflags U.S. Last month, the brand new RO/RO Green Bay (below) hoisted the Stars and Stripes and replaced the Atlantic Forest in the U.S. Maritime Security Program Fleet. Crewed by SIU members, the Green Bay is operated by Central Gulf Lines. The vessel is 656 feet long and has a beam of 105.8 feet. Its gross tonnage is listed at 59,217; the ship has a CEU (car equivalent unit) capacity of about 6,400. October 2007 �44775_P01_24:September-07 9/28/2007 10:06 PM Page 3 Convention Focuses on Maritime, Health Care, Right to Organize Meeting in convention Sept. 13-14 in Piney Point, Md., delegates representing the dozen affiliated organizations of the Seafarers International Union of North America (SIUNA) reviewed accomplishments and lessons learned from the past five years and crafted strategies to keep fighting for working families. During the SIUNA convention, the St. Mary’s County (Md.) Board of Commissioners presented Seafarers President Michael Sacco with a proclamation celebrating the 40th anniversary of the union-affiliated Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education. Pictured from left are Commissioner Thomas Mattingly, formerly a member of the Communications Workers of America; AFL-CIO President John Sweeney, one of the convention’s featured speakers; Francis Jack Russell, president of the board of county commissioners; SIU President Sacco; and Commissioner Kenneth Dement, who represents the district including the Paul Hall Center. Tanker Construction Starts in San Diego Philly Shipyard Reports Milestones Tanker construction projects in Philadelphia and San Diego, respectively, are moving ahead, with shipyards reporting milestones in late August. At General Dynamics NASSCO on the West Coast, construction started Aug. 30 on the first product carrier in a nine-vessel series for Seafarers-contracted U.S. Shipping Partners. The keel is scheduled to be laid in December, with vessel delivery slated for early 2009. The first ship will be named Golden State, in honor of California. The other vessels of the class will bear the nicknames of American seaboard states, according to the shipyard. Each of the double-hulled tankers will be just over 600 feet long, displace 49,000 deadweight tons and will have a cargo capacity of about 331,000 barrels. They are designed to carry petroleum and chemical products in the Jones Act trade. Across the country, with two double-hulled tankers already delivered on charter and in service to SIU-contracted Overseas Shipholding Group (OSG), Aker Philadelphia Shipyard on Aug. 27 announced “major milestones” on two subsequent vessels in their program. The third tanker, Hull 007 (eventually to be named Overseas Los Angeles) was floated from its berth in the yard’s building dock on Aug. 25. Two days later, steel cutting began for Hull 010, the sixth vessel in the series (marking the start of production on that ship). For the latter ship, the first steel plates were cut on one of the yard’s two state-of-the-art plasma-cutting machines, and will be used in the construction of engine room sections. With two other tankers also in production, the yard now once again has four of the 600-foot long MT 46 Veteran Class tanker vessels under construction simultaneously. Featuring the theme “Mapping and delegates elected by acclamaOut a Brighter Future,” the tion President Michael Sacco and SIUNA’s 25th convention took Secretary-Treasurer David Heinplace at the Seafarers-affiliated del. Twenty vice presidents also Paul Hall Center for Maritime were chosen at the convention. Training and Education, which is They are Tom Bethel, Nick in its 40th year of operation. Celona, Dean Corgey, Jorge Cruz, During the quinquennial gather- Ed Cummings, Michel Desing, delegates called for actions to jardins, Orlando Diaz, Roman protect workers’ rights to join Gralewicz, Theresa Hoinsky, unions; strengthen the U.S.- and René Lioeanjie, Gunnar LundeCanadian-flag maritime fleets; berg, Kermett Mangram, Nick SIUNA President Michael Sacco back the work of the Marrone, Tom OrzeInternational TransMore convention chowski, Herb Perez, PASHA and TOTE, and we’ve port Workers’ FederaAnthony Poplawski, gained new ATBs with Crowley. tion along with that of coverage appears Joseph Soresi, John “We’ve continued to get supother individual ITF Spadaro, Augie Tellez port for the Jones Act from on pages 9-14. affiliates; provide good, and Donna Walsh. Congress and the administration,” affordable health care Topics on the he continued, “which as you for all Americans; and support agenda included the Employee know is also vital to many of our America’s troops wherever they Free Choice Act, port and shipunions.” serve. They also passed resolu- board security, the war against Several guest speakers lauded tions urging labor federation soli- terrorism, health care, cabotage the school on its anniversary, and darity; continued utilization of laws and the U.S. Maritime following the convention’s first Union Plus programs; grassroots Security Program. session, county officials presentpolitical action; and specifically President Sacco during his the enactment of the Belated opening remarks listed some of ed a proclamation honoring the Thank You to the Merchant the challenges faced by maritime Paul Hall Center and the union. Sacco pointed out, “One of the Mariners of World War II Act. labor and unions as a whole, but keys to the school’s success is Approximately 250 delegates also cited a few of the key accomthat it has always changed with and guests attended the conven- plishments spurred at least in part the times. It has always changed tion. Addressing the gathering by SIUNA affiliates since the to meet the needs of our members were (in order): Valerie Lilja, prior convention in 2002. and our companies. I believe Union Plus representative; Ernie “SIUNA unions helped secure every one of the unions in the Grecco, president, Metropolitan the renewal and expansion of the SIUNA has to be guided by that Baltimore AFL-CIO; Paddy U.S. Maritime Security Program, same philosophy.... We can be Crumlin, national secretary, which provides thousands of jobs proud of our history. We can celMaritime Union of Australia; Bill for our members,” he pointed out. ebrate traditions. But we have to Van Loo, secretary-treasurer, “Our unions also helped support remain on the cutting edge in Marine Engineers’ Beneficial efforts that have resulted in con- order to survive.” Association; Dick Myers, repre- struction of new American-flag The SIUNA was chartered in senting the office of U.S. Senator commercial ships in Philadelphia 1938. It consists of 12 autoBarbara Mikulski (D-Md.); Capt. and San Diego—tankers for OSG nomous affiliate unions, includGlen Banks, international secre- and U.S. Shipping, and container- ing the Seafarers International tary-treasurer, International Or- ships for Matson. We’ve picked Union, Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and ganization of Masters, Mates & up new ships with Horizon Lines, Inland Waters District/NMU. Pilots; John Sweeney, AFL-CIO president; Capt. David Stalfort, commanding officer of the U.S. Coast Guard’s National Maritime Center; U.S. Rep. Elijah Cummings (D-Md.); Tom Buffenbarger, president, International Association of Machinists; Sean Connaughton, U.S. maritime administrator; Fred Mason, president, Maryland and D.C. AFLCIO; Steve Cotton, International Transport Workers’ Federation maritime coordinator and secretary of the ITF Special Seafarers’ Department; Jacqueline Smith, president, Norwegian Seafarers’ Union; and Rear Adm. Robert Reilly Jr., commander, U.S. Military Sealift Command. Additionally, SIUNA affiliates reported on their recent activities, Delegates and guests pack the auditorium. Production starts on Hull 010 at Aker Philadelphia Shipyard in late August. Please be advised the SIU headquarters and all SIU hiring halls will be closed on Monday, Nov. 12 for the observance of Veterans Day, and Thursday, Nov. 22 for the observance of Thanksgiving Day (unless an emergency arises). Normal business hours will resume the following workday. The convention took place Sept. 13-14 at the Seafarers-affiliated Paul Hall Center. October 2007 Seafarers LOG 3 �44775_P01_24:September-07 9/28/2007 6:06 PM Page 4 Allied Boatmen Approve Contract SIU boatman employed aboard inland vessels operated by Norfolk, Va.-based Allied Transportation Co. on Aug. 31 ratified a new threeyear agreement which went into effect the following day. Among other gains, the new contract provides for annual wage increases and the continuation of Core-Plus benefits levels throughout the life of the accord. Some 120 union members who work aboard eight Allied-operated vessels (Heron, Sea Robin, Sea Raven, Sea Hawk, Falcon, Sea Eagle, Petral and Socrates) are affected by the new agreement. Seafarers from a ninth vessel (Osprey) also will fall under the fresh pact when it rejoins the Allied fleet later this year. “This new labor agreement is fair to all parties concerned,” said SIU Norfolk Port Agent Georg Kenny, who served as principal negotiator for the union. “The actual negotiations went very smooth and the company’s representatives were very open and willing to address our major concerns. They recognized the importance of labor and management working together to get things done.” Kenny had high praise for the rank-and-file members who assisted him on the union negotiation committee: 1st Mate Mike Woolard, Engineer Dan Haag and AB/Cook George Erwin. “Each of the negotiation committee members did a wonderful job lobbying in the interests of their fellow shipmates,” Kenny said. “Their brothers and sisters should be proud.” SIU Vice President Contracts George Tricker credited the union’s bargaining committee for outstanding work and also noted that Allied was extremely forthcoming in hammering out the new agreement. Company bargaining officials realst From left, 1 Mate Mike Woolard, Engineer Dan Haag and AB/Cook ized that it benefits all concerned to George Erwin served on the union’s committee during recent con- have safe, reliable, enthusiastic crew tract negotiations with Allied Transportation Co. in Norfolk, Va. In members who feel like they’re partaddition to these members, Norfolk Port Agent Georg Kenny (not pic- ners in the operations rather than just tured) was a member of the SIU negotiating team. numbers, he said. SIU boatmen aboard the Heron are pleased with the new contract. The crew (from left) consists of Chief Engineer William Racette, Capt. Cliff Noe, AB Ronnie Powell, AB/Tankerman William Matthews, Mate Edward Rittenhouse and OS/Cook Charles Hill. Members of the Sea Robin crew are happy with the efforts of their shipmates who helped hammer out the new labor agreement. Pictured (from left) are AB Brad Hall, AB Jose LeBron and Mate Lance Riggs. G&H Adds New Tugboat Pictured on the Sea Raven are crew members (from left) OS/Cook Elwin LeBouef, Mate Gerald Gamage, Chief Engineer Stuart Diggs, Capt. Steve Lewis and Engineer Gil Diggs. Also on the crew but not pictured are AB/Tankerman Andy Page and Cargo Mate Ryan Emmons. T-AKE Ship Order Expands SIU-contracted G&H Towing recently christened the z-drive harbor tug Thor. Seafarers and SIU officials participated in the ceremony at Barbours Cut in La Porte, Texas. The 6,500 hp tugboat features high-tech navigational and propulsion systems. It also is equipped with a firefighting system that includes a vapor-mist feature designed to extinguish fires on LNG vessels or at LNG terminals. Pictured in the group photo are (from left) SIU Asst. VP Gulf Coast Jim McGee, Mate Travis Parker, DEU Buddy Wheeler, Capt. Doug Caradec, AB Jay Fabian, Relief Capt. Nicoli Payne, Chief Engineer Chris Wootton and SIU VP Gulf Coast Dean Corgey. The z-drive harbor tug Thor 4 Seafarers LOG The SIU’s Government Services Division on Aug. 23 continued its run of good news in the new tonnage arena. On that date, San Diego-based General Dynamics NASSCO announced it had reached an agreement with the U.S. Navy for options to build up to five additional T-AKE dry cargo ammunition ships. Each of the new builds will be part of the Lewis and Clark class of vessels owned and operated by the Navy’s Military Sealift Command (MSC) and crewed by the union’s CIVMARS. Shipyard sources say contracts for the ships, valued at approximately $2.5 billion if all options are exercised, are expected to be awarded over the next four years. Including the nine ships previously under contract, this pact means the San Diego shipyard would build a total of 14 T-AKE ships for the Navy. Since October 2001, NASSCO has received contracts to build nine T-AKE ships and delivered the first three ships of the class (USNS Lewis and Clark, USNS Sacagawea and USNS Alan Shepard). The fourth T-AKE ship (USNS Richard Byrd) is scheduled to be delivered next month. Under the new agreement, NASSCO would deliver the fourteenth ship in the fourth quarter of 2014. Each of the new platforms will be 689 feet in length, boast an overall beam of 106 feet, navigational draft of 30 feet and the ability to displace about 42,000 tons with a full load. Powered by a single-shaft diesel-electric propulsion system, each of the ships can reach a speed of 20 knots. As part of the Military Sealift Command’s Naval Fleet Auxiliary Force, the ships will be crewed by 124 civil service mariners. Each vessel also will have military detachments of 11 sailors to provide operational support and supply coordination. When needed, the ships each will carry helicopter detachments of 39 military personnel. NASSCO has incorporated international marine technologies and commercial ship-design features into the T-AKE class, including an integrated electric-drive propulsion system. The ships can deliver more than 10,000 tons of food, ammunition, fuel and other provisions to combat ships at sea. T-AKE ships are replacing single-mission ships that are reaching the end of their service lives. October 2007 �44775_P01_24:September-07 9/28/2007 6:07 PM Page 5 Labor Day Events Focus on Health Care Union workers across the country, including SIU members in Mobile, Ala. and Wilmington, Calif., celebrated Labor Day 2007 with an assortment of picnics, parades and politics. Working families, counting SIU port officials, rank-and-file members and their families honored the working men and women who built and maintain America. Moreover, they celebrated a year that saw workers play a major role in: electing a new Congress, the passage of the first increase in the minimum wage in a decade and majority congressional support of the Employee Free Choice Act. Perhaps the most significant Labor Day episode, however, actually took place Aug. 29 in Washington, D.C. when the AFLCIO launched its massive national drive to fix America’s broken health care system. New figures from the federal government show there are a record 47 million Americans with no coverage. Speaking at a press conference conducted shortly after the drive’s launch, AFL-CIO President John Sweeney said the grassroots campaign will summon the full force of millions of union members and scores of union retirees behind winning high-quality, secure health care for every person in America within the next two years. Five days later, Sweeney, while making a Labor Day appearance in Philadelphia, vowed to make health care a national priority in the presidential race. Speaking at the annual Labor Day festivities along the Delaware River, Sweeney repeated his earlier pledge to recruit millions of union workers to speak out on health-care reform. “Nobody should have to fear the consequences of getting sick,” he said, adding that no company should have to go out of business because health-care costs have gotten out of control. “This year, we’re not only putting together the biggest grassroots political campaign in our history, we’re putting the full force of 10 million union members and 3 million retirees behind a new campaign to win high-quality health care for every person in America by 2009,” he said. “We’re stepping out front because we believe that in America nobody should have to fear the consequences of getting sick or having an accident,” he continued. “Our message to America this Labor Day is a promise: We brought you public schools. We brought you the weekend and, by God, we’re going to bring you health care.” In Tampa, Fla., AFL-CIO Secretary-Treasurer Richard Trumka told a rally that workers can restore the grand principle that ours is a nation for all the people, all of the time. “We can have it all if we refuse to take a rest and begin now this Labor Day to finish what we started last year,” Trumka said. “We can take back control of our government and take back control of our country and take back control of our lives if we pledge to work October 2007 harder than ever to elect men and women at every level of government who will champion our working family’s agenda.” AFL-CIO Executive Vice President Linda ChavezThompson, who threw out the first pitch during a Toledo (Ohio) Mud Hens AAA Minor League baseball game earlier in the day, told a rally that workers are “sick and tired of living on a treadmill—running as fast as we can and still falling behind. We see what’s going on and we’re not going to keep quiet. We’re going to join together and stand up for what we know is fair and right.” The enthusiasm and determination of workers to win universal health care could be seen around the country during the Labor Day weekend, according to federation reports. Labor Day is the traditional launch of the political campaign season and with the all-important 2008 elections approaching, workers used the Labor Day weekend to send a message to candidates that they want health care and other working families issues addressed in this campaign. The United Steelworkers and the Mine Workers used the weekend to endorse former Sen. John Edwards (D-N.C.) for president. But it was health care that was on most workers’ minds. Many of the picnics and parades used stickers and placards with “In America, No One Should Go Without Health Care” and “Employee Free Choice Act Now.” New Jersey State AFL-CIO President Charles Wowkanech and Secretary-Treasurer Laurel Brennan said America’s failure to adopt a national and health care plan for all dramatically undermines our nation’s ability to maintain a healthy economy. Instead of rewarding union contractors and responsible employers for contributing to their workers’ health care, the labor officials said our system places them at a disadvantage as they are faced with the reality of paying premiums inflated by the cost of providing care for the uninsured. In Phoenix, Ariz., AFL-CIO Executive Director Rebekah Friend said health care is the main issue on working people’s minds. “It’s become more and more of an issue for us when we’re going to the bargaining table for our contracts. Health care is the number one issue and the rising costs associated with it,” Friend said. More than 4,000 union members attended a statewide rally in Birmingham, Ala. Rep. Artur Davis (D-Ala.) attended the event and pledged to support a comprehensive health care plan. Alabama AFL-CIO President D. Stewart Burkhalter told the crowd, “There’s something wrong when we’re the wealthiest country in the (world) and so many of our people don’t have health insurance.” Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-Nev.), in his Labor Day statement, pledged that the new Congress will continue to put working families first when it returns to Capitol Hill after the Labor Day recess. “We cannot Seafarers in Wilmington, Calif. march in the annual Labor Day parade. forget that so many workers in the world’s wealthiest nation continue to struggle,” he said. “New census data show that while wages have declined, the number of Americans without health insurance has increased.” Elsewhere on Labor Day, according to the AFL-CIO: Workers from as far away as the U.S. territory of Guam celebrated. GFT, Guam’s local union, made free soda floats for everyone at the Labor Day picnic on the beach. In the Boston area, members of Electrical Workers Local 2222 who work for Verizon displayed banners on two busy highway overpasses, saying “Enjoy your holiday weekend—made possible by organized labor!” In Pasadena, Texas, the Harris County Central Labor Council and the Gulf Coast Building and Construction Trades Council joined with the Texas Gulf Coast BBQ Cookers Association for a cook-off competition and Labor Day celebration. The two-day event included food for purchase, entertainment, exhibits, crafts and children’s activities. In Pittsburgh, a plaque was unveiled renaming the 10th Street Bridge in honor of Philip Murray, founding president of the United Steelworkers. Workers in New York City— in place of the city’s traditional Labor Day parade— rallied Sept. 8 to demand long-term health care for ill Sept. 11 workers. Rallygoers urged Congress to pass comprehensive health care legislation, including ongoing treatment and medical monitoring for all workers made ill by their exposure to the toxic air at Ground Zero in the aftermath of Sept. 11, 2001. New Terminal Opens in Va. “Impressive–quite impressive!” That was the reaction and assessment of SIU Vice President Government Services Division Kermett Mangram Sept. 7 after attending ceremonies which marked the official opening of APM Terminals’ new $450 million port complex in Portsmouth, Va. The new terminal took about seven years to develop, according to the Virginian-Pilot. It sits on 230 acres of real estate, replaces a 71-acre facility and is one of the most technologically advanced facilities of its kind in the world. Its 30 semi-automated cranes, which will be operated via a combination of computer and human guidance, are expected to significantly increase the number of cargo containers which the Hampton Roads port annually handles. Mangram and Norfolk Port Agent Georg Kenny represented the SIU during the terminal’s official opening which attracted some 700-plus people. Included were representatives from the national and international maritime transportation industry, maritime labor, and Virginia state and local governments. Additionally, Maersk McKinney Moller, the 94year-old former chairman of A.P. Moller-Maersk, flew in from Denmark to participate in the event. In his remarks to guests, he said that Maersk ships have been calling in Hampton Roads regularly since 1928. “We’ve always been treated well in Virginia, in a friendly, Southern, high-quality way,” he said. Virginia Governor Timothy M. Kaine (D) called the project a huge win “for Virginia because it increases the state’s global connections.” Such links are essential for success in the modern economy, he noted. Reports say the complex initially will employ about 130, including the longshoremen who handle cargo. The employee count is expected to reach about 210 as the terminal increases to full capacity SIU VP Government Services Division Kermett Mangram (left) met and conversed with Maersk McKinney Moller, former chairman of A.P. MollerMaersk (center), during the ceremony. Joining the two for this photo is Norfolk Port Agent Georg Kenny. —one million 20-foot-long containers per year. Edward L. Brown Sr., general vice president of the International Longshoremen’s Association, AFL-CIO, also attended the event. After commenting on the impact which the new facility may have on longshoremen and their employment opportunities—sources say the terminal’s automation presents a challenge to longshoremen by reducing the need for manual work—he urged APM not to employ non-ILA workers to do traditional longshoremen’s work. APM Terminals spent about seven years developing the cargo container terminal. It opened July 30 for testing and ramp-up operations, including working some smaller ships. Larger vessels already have been arriving at the terminal, but sources say the facility won’t be fully operational until year’s end. APM Terminals, part of the Danish conglomerate A.P. Moller-Maersk Group, built the new facility to handle international cargo shipments which are expected to increase rapidly in coming decades. In particular, it will serve the Seafarers-contracted Maersk Line Limited, its sister company and the world’s largest container shipping line. Several of the new facility’s 30 railmounted, semi-automatic cranes provided an excellent backdrop for parts of the grand opening ceremonies. Officials say the new equipment will have the capability to stack cargo containers faster and more efficiently than other systems. Seafarers LOG 5 �44775_P01_24:September-07 9/28/2007 5:03 PM Page 6 SEATU Convention Tackles Issues of Growth and Organizing As the fourth triennial convention of the Seafarers Entertainment & Allied Trades Union (SEATU) got under way Sept. 10, 2007 at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md., delegates, officials and guests heard from a number of speakers about the necessity of keeping the labor movement strong through organizing efforts. SEATU, an affiliate of the SIU, was chartered in 1995 with 169 members in Alton, Ill. Twelve years later, with more than 4,600 members, this two-day meeting and election of officers focused on the need to continue to grow. SIU President Michael Sacco, who also is president of SEATU, opened the convention by talking about the challenges currently faced by SEATU/SIU-contracted NCL America and how the company’s three U.S.-flagged cruise ships, the Pride of Aloha, Pride of America and Pride of Hawaii, have brought thousands of jobs to the rank-and-file membership. He also talked about the necessity to raise money through PACs (political action committees). The SIU has an old saying, “Politics Is Porkchops,” meaning that politics plays a role in helping put food on the table. PACs use money to selectively support those candidates at the federal, state and local levels who support their members’ issues. One of the union’s greatest friends in the U.S. Congress is Rep. Neil Abercrombie (DHawaii), who, as a champion of working people, energized the group as he spoke about the labor movement. A successful movement, he noted, is based on faith and trust—“faith in yourselves and trust in your mission.” He likened the hard work in building up the Paul Hall Center from a barren area to a top-tier training school for merchant mariners to that of the hard work being done in Congress. He also stressed the importance of remembering that every single vote counts. “You need to figure out what’s in your interest and who’s on your side….You’ve got to vote for people that are on your side and that can organize themselves.” “Votes for labor just don’t appear in the Congress of the United States,” he said. “It takes hard work, concentrated work to make sure we get the 218 votes that we need in order to get a majority.” It also takes money, and “a PAC is the first line of financial defense in helping elect those officials who will work for you.” Abercrombie mentioned the foreign cruise ships that currently are sailing in the Hawaiian Islands—cruise ships that don’t pay taxes in the United States and don’t have to obey the health, environmental and safety laws. He said that SEATU members on the NCL ships are pioneers in the struggle to keep a cruise ship operation that is American flagged and crewed under American laws and noted that there wouldn’t be a U.S. cruise industry today without them. Some people accept their fate, the representative said. They have no faith that they can change their own condition. But by organizing—and voting—changes can be made. He concluded by thanking those who continue to have faith and trust in him and promised that while he remains in Congress, Gene Clark, senior vice president at Penn National Gaming, Inc., expressed his hopes that SEATU and Penn National will continue to grow together. Legislative Affairs Consultant Bob McGlotten emphasized the need for political action and the importance of registering to vote—and then actually getting to the polls. U.S. Rep. Neil Abercrombie (D-Hawaii) energized the attendees at the SEATU convention as he spoke about the labor movement and the importance of keeping a strong American-flag cruise ship operation. labor has a friend 100 percent of the time. On the second day of the convention, Bob McGlotten, a partner in the legislative affairs consulting firm of McGlotten & Jarvis (and previously the legislative director of the AFL-CIO), continued talking about unionism and the need for political action. “Workers in this country are under attack,” he stated. Changes in laws are being made to help individuals’ interests, not to help the workers’ interests. He acknowledged that votes and money—in that order—are the two things that politicians understand. While individuals may not have the money themselves, they can join forces with others to raise it and become politically effective by outvoting those politicians who are not for working people. He urged union members to become more political on a daily basis to protect their jobs and their industry—to be players. “Politics,” he said, “plays a major role from birth to death and everything in between. Politics is playing a role in your life every single day…Step up to the plate by registering to vote and help your union survive.” Gene Clark, senior vice president, human resources at Penn National Gaming, Inc., toured the Paul Hall Center, which is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year, and came away impressed by the people, the facility and the work being done there. He noted that the relationship The re-elected officers take the oath of office given by General Counsel Leslie Tarantola. From the left are Vice President Tom Orzechowski, Vice President Augie Tellez, Executive Vice President/Secretary-Treasurer David Heindel and President Michael Sacco. 6 Seafarers LOG John Mason, CEO of American Service Technology, Inc., talked about skills involved in the maritime, service, gaming and hospitality industries. Valerie Lilja, AFL-CIO Union Plus Rep, provided information about the cost savings programs available to union members including the popular credit card program. between SEATU and Penn National (which acquired Argosy in 1995) is unique and unlike any other union association. The company started out in 1972 as the owner of a racetrack in Pennsylvania. It went public in 1994 and since then the rate of growth has been astonishing. It is the only company in history to make Fortune magazine’s “100 Fastest-Growing Companies” six times in a row. The experienced gaming operation has small and large facilities in a geographically diversified area and employs 2,000 SEATU members, including in Lawrenceburg, Ind.; Sioux City, Iowa; Riverside, Mo.; Baton Rouge, La.; Joliet and Alton, Ill. And that growth and continued growth, Clark affirmed, is attributable to SEATU. He encouraged the union to continue to assist the company with providing the technical training and marine expertise as well as with legislative issues needed to help it provide continued job security for its employees. “SEATU is successful if Penn National is successful,” Clark stated, and he hoped the two forces will continue to grow together. Part of the convention proceedings included regional reports from the various union halls, a reading of the Executive Board minutes, and reports from the Auditing Committee, Credentials Committee and Convention Arrangements Committee. Carolyn Gentile, general counsel of the Seafarers Investment Funds spoke about legislative regulations on pensions and health care. John Mason, CEO of American Service Technology, Inc., the company that provides curriculums and educational guidance to the Paul Hall Center, talked about the skills involved in the maritime, service, gaming and hospitality industries that are taken for granted by the public, and he showed a promotional film about the hospitality programs available to employees of NCL and Penn National, noting that the school has issued 9,952 certificates to SEATU gaming facility members since 1996. Valerie Lilja, the AFL-CIO Union Plus representative for SEATU and the SIU provided information to the group about the cost savings available to union members through their benefit programs, including a new plan for roadside assistance and auto buying. She also conducted a workshop in the afternoon during which she summarized each of the benefits available, including credit counseling, health savings, insurance programs, education services and the popular credit card program, among others. Before adjourning the triennial convention, delegates voted to approve 12 resolutions and to return the current officers to lead the union through the next three years. Re-elected were President Michael Sacco, Executive Vice President/Secretary-Treasurer David Heindel, Vice President Augie Tellez and Vice President Tom Orzechowski. October 2007 �44775_P01_24:September-07 9/28/2007 8:21 PM Page 7 Catching Up With Seafarers On Shore Boston Port Agent Gerard Dhooge (left in both pictures) stands behind the counter in the new hall on Drydock Ave. as members come in to take care of business. Oiler Antonio Dos Santos is at left and QMED Hank Spanhoff is at right. Recertified Bosun Dan Marcus of Baltimore, Md. challenged himself Aug. 4 when he ran a 10K in Washington, D.C. as part of The North Face 2007 Endurance Challenge. Of 118 finishers in the race, Marcus came in 51st place overall–and first in his age group (50-59), with a time of 55:55.75 (or a 9:01 pace per mile). With him at the finish is the race director. Manuel Figueroa (right) receives his first SIU inland pension check from Port Agent Amancio Crespo at the hall in Santurce, P.R. Figueroa worked as an engineer at Crowley. Capt. David C. Stalfort, commanding officer, National Maritime Center, U.S. Coast Guard, had an opportunity to tour the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md. in late August. He is pictured here with instructor Mitch Oakley, who showed him the stateof-the-art computer bridge simulator. Captain Stalfort was impressed by what he saw and returned to the school last month as a speaker at the SIUNA convention. Above: Upgrading member Richard Wright (third from right) receives his full book at the August membership meeting in Piney Point, Md. From the left are Asst. VP Ambrose Cucinotta, Port Agent Edd Morris, VP Kermett Mangram, Exec. VP Augie Tellez, Wright, VP George Tricker and Secretary-Treasurer David Heindel. At right: QMED Jimmy McCall receives his full book at the September meeting. From the left are VP Joseph Soresi, Tellez, Morris, McCall, Tricker and Heindel. October 2007 SIU Port Agent Georg Kenny (right) greets U.S. Senator Jim Webb during the Virginia AFLCIO convention in Tyson’s Corner, Va. in mid-August. Kenny congratulated the senator on his election last year, and the two briefly discussed the importance of the U.S. Merchant Marine. At a June 20 luncheon held by the United Seamen’s Service in New York City, SIU Rep Kate Hunt (left) met with Rear Adm. Robert Reilly, commander, MSC. Also in the picture is Randi Ciszewski, MEBA/MMP Government Fleet representative. Seafarers LOG 7 �44775_P01_24:September-07 9/28/2007 8:22 PM Page 8 Recollections of the Merchant Marine in World War II Editor’s note: The first five installments of retired Seafarer Albert Stimac’s experiences in the merchant marine appeared in the April, May, June, July and September Seafarers LOGs, respectively. He wrote about his training, his first ship, joining the SIU, the responsibilities of a member of the black gang, traveling in a convoy during World War II, boiler problems on a C-3 bound for England, attending a Coast Guard hearing and a convoy trip to Europe with a load of high explosives on board. This is the last article in the series. These are the best recollections of Brother Stimac’s training and sea time from the end of 1943 to late 1946, so any inaccuracies in the details need not be brought to his attention. I t was a long four hours before we docked, and the pilot was no prize. He would ring down every other minute from full ahead to full reverse and everything in between. The fireman/watertender had to have a full head of steam at all times in order to maneuver quickly and yet not blow the safety valves and blow steam all over. We counted later in the log that he called for changes of speed 30 to 40 a minute until we finally made it through all the mess. Sometimes the pilot would ring down different changes so fast that we would stand there and do nothing. But eventually, we made it to the dock and tied up. Almost immediately, everyone who wasn’t on watch took off. Even the gun crew members took off. Merchant seamen did not have to get permission to go ashore once a ship had docked. The only ones needed were the black gang people. The only steam needed when docked was enough to run the generators for electricity and pumps for water and fuel. I had stayed on board as I could see no sense in running ashore when the whole area was bombed out. I figured I’d go the next day with a couple of the black gang crew to take a look around and that it would be a few days before they got the ship unloaded. In late afternoon, I heard a big boom and then saw a large column of smoke head skyward. It was almost white in color and then, like a mushroom, it blossomed out in a black cloud. The column must have been a mile or two high. I judged it was about 10 miles away and figured the Germans had blown up a supply dump of ammunition while retreating. Shortly thereafter, an air raid siren on land went off, which meant for the Navy armed guard to get to the 20mm guns. I looked around and didn’t see any armed guard (Navy personnel) going to the guns, so I figured I’d go and see if anybody needed help. Nobody was on the gun station that I checked. About five minutes later, the gunnery officer showed up and gave a quick look around. He could see there was nobody on the gun except me and asked me what I was doing there. I just looked at him and shrugged. He stared back, turned around and left. So I stayed there and got into the gun harness and tried to remember how to fire the thing. I figured that this would be an Albert Stimac stays busy with gardening and yard work and also is quite at home in the kitchen. His pride is a deep-oil fryer that holds five pounds of French fries. 8 Seafarers LOG exciting thing to do. In training, we fired at planes coming in from different angles that were shown on a giant movie screen. This stuff now was for real. Before I got around to even get started trying to fire the gun, I heard an engine noise that sounded like a plane was in big trouble. It was burping and sputtering like it was going to crash at any time. Then I looked astern and saw it wobbling along about 500 feet above the water headed directly toward us. I figured I was a dead duck if he opened fire, but he just came over the top of us and kept on going. It wasn’t hard to see the German markings on the plane. Shortly after, I heard another plane whose engine was running fine. He came over us at a good speed but did not fire at us. That was all the activity we had that evening. I found out later that this was a favorite icebergs. The captain called for full reverse of the engines, and we stopped and had just enough propeller revolutions to have control of the ship’s drifting. These icebergs were really something to see. I would guess they were 150 feet to 200 feet high and 300 or 400 feet across. This was just on top of the water. They say 90 percent of an iceberg is beneath the water. As we sat there just slowly drifting, a ship suddenly appeared out of the fog coming about 10 knots straight at us. We were broadside to it on our port side. It was about 600 yards out and all the horns started blowing. It was like a movie in slow motion. The oncoming ship was desperately trying to avoid us by turning to its left while we tried turning to our right. It slid into us about about 45 degrees. The ships came together as I stood on our As his ship was heading into LeHavre, France during the war, Brother Stimac and his fellow crew members caught sight of a half-sunken Liberty ship. tactic of German fighters and bombers. The first plane coming in was a decoy acting like it had engine problems. If the gun crews opened fire at it, then they knew it was an operating supply ship. The second plane could aim for the ship guided by the gun fire at the decoy. Then it would dive down and drop a bomb or bombs on the ship. As I look back on this, I wonder sometimes at how things happen. If the gun crew had not gone ashore and were there to fire at the decoy, I doubt I would be writing this. The next day, I went ashore with a couple of my pals, an oiler and a watertender. The port was a mess. No building was complete. They were either bombed out or just skeletons. No people were around. We just walked around a little and went back to the ship. The next day we got orders to start building up steam in the boilers because we were going to leave port. I couldn’t figure out why we didn’t unload our ammo. We did not look forward to sailing around with our cargo, and there was no scuttlebutt about our next destination. We ended up going back to England and anchored about two or three miles offshore. The current from the tide was very strong and ran about 6-8 knots. We had to let out all of our anchor chain to hold us pretty much in the same place. With the current this fast, we didn’t have to worry about getting torpedoed. We didn’t stay long in this location as we were in the process of making up a convoy back to the States. We took the northern route and things went along pretty well as far as the ships keeping in a group. This lasted until we hit dense fog around the Greenland area. The convoys usually zigged and zagged once or twice a day. We had zigged in the morning and then came upon a thick fog bank. Before orders could go out to all ships in the convoy to zag at 3 o’clock instead of 5 o’clock, it was too late. We just kept going straight ahead as some ships did while others took a turn to port and steamed on. It really became a nightmare to try and guess who was where. We had just broken out of a fog for a patch of sunlight when we ran in between three main deck watching the action taking place. The other ship did not reduce its speed and so it kept going and scraping along our port side. As I stood there, I saw a huge long bolt of blue go across our deck caused by the scraping of the two steel hulls of the ships. This ship was empty with only water for ballast in its fuel tanks. So it stood high in the water while we were loaded and were low. When in full contact alongside of us, the other ship took off our life rafts and boats and caved in the 20mm gun turrets. I saw some guys running to the back of our ship and saw our 3rd engineer going that way, too. He was a carrying a Colt 45 in his hand. Some of the men were starting to go over the side. Two men were already over the rails ready to jump, and I saw the 3rd engineer point the pistol at them. He ordered the men back aboard and said if they jumped, they would be dead before they hit the water. They all climbed back over the rails. I thought to myself, “It’s Sunday afternoon and 5 o’clock. What a hell of a way to die.” The odd part was that I had no fear of death. It was so unreal, and a person had no control over the events that were happening. As we slowly drifted apart, the crew from the other ship showed up on their rail. They were about 10 feet above us since they were empty, and they disappeared in a hurry when they found out we were carrying ammo. Luckily, we didn’t rupture any of the seams but we dented the port side pretty badly. The rest of the trip was uneventful, and I understand they scrapped our ship after we got off. I decided to go home for a couple weeks and then ship out on the West Coast as the war was pretty much over in Germany. As usual, my mother asked me how things were and if I had run into any trouble. I said no, just average. She didn’t say anything but took out a piece of newspaper from her apron pocket. She had found a short article in the Duluth News Tribune on a back page that stated that a convoy in the North Atlantic had run into icebergs and some ships had been damaged. It named the ships, and mine was among them, saying it was one of the most damaged. It’s amazing sometimes how life goes on. There was a widowed woman in Nashwauk who ran a café that was a popular hangout on Main Street. Just before I left, I was having coffee and visiting. The woman came over and asked if she could talk to me. So we went to an empty table and she started talking about her son, a young man of 18 or so. I knew who he was, but was not a friend, so to speak. Evidently, the son had been involved with some of the younger “war widows” as local gossip said. The term “war widow” meant any woman, young or old, whose husband or boyfriend was in the service. To make a long story short, I agreed to take him with me when I left. He didn’t show too much emotion about staying or leaving town. We went to Seattle and I hunted up the union shipping hall. I didn’t have any trouble getting a good ship after the union steward saw my stamped union book. He saw that I had just gotten off a ship as a junior engineer and fixed me up on a motor vessel at the same rating, even though I didn’t have papers. I talked to him about my problems with the hometown boy. I had promised his mother that I would help him get some sailing papers, and he set him up as a mess boy on the same ship I was sailing on. All the ships I had sailed on before were steam driven. This one was a diesel engine. It had two monster diesels for its power. I remember our trip from LeHavre, France. We were hauling some troops back to the States in our cargo holds. I knew the purser and persuaded him to look on the Army roster for anybody from Minnesota. He found a guy from Keewatin, Minn. I fixed it up to get him out of the cargo hold and up for a shower and a cooked meal from our galley. He sure was hungry. We sailed to Guam with cargo and after we unloaded, we headed back to the States. We also hauled troops back from Guam. I found one from the Iron Range and did what I could for him to take showers and eat a couple of good meals. We only broke down once and had to replace a piston and rings on one cylinder. We heard then that the United States had dropped an atom bomb on Japan. There were all kinds of wild rumors as to its size. I never did see the local boy after we docked and were paid off. I said I was going home for good since the war was all but finished. One of the things I liked best about shipping in the Atlantic was the respect and treatment we got from the people, especially in the British Isles. They thought as much of us as they did their own Air Force fighter pilots who fought off the Luftwaffe. We weren’t exactly too high on the good-guy list in the States. Many members of the military figured we were in it for the money since we supposedly got about three times their pay rate. What they didn’t figure on was that we received no pay when we were off a ship and waiting for another one. We had to pay all of our own expenses: food, travel, clothing, lodging, etc. We never got any more pay if we carried ammo or were on a tanker carrying vehicle gas, fuel oil or airplane gas. We never got any benefits such as schooling, medical, unemployment or cheap rates for housing. About 40 years after the fact, Congress recognized us as veterans and gave us the right to be buried in a military cemetery. The state of Minnesota gave me a $187 bonus for services rendered. All I can say is that I did what I thought was the most I could do for the war effort. The Merchant Marine had a higher casualty rate than any military service except for the Marine Corps and that doesn’t include the thousands who were wounded or injured from ship sinkings. October 2007 �44775_P01_24:September-07 9/28/2007 6:08 PM Page 9 Maritime Speakers Describe Industry’s Value, Challenges Representatives from Congress, the administration, the U.S. Military Sealift Command, the U.S. Coast Guard and maritime labor had plenty to say about the U.S. Merchant Marine’s tremendous importance as they spoke during the SIUNA convention Sept. 13-14 in Piney Point, Md. They also didn’t shy away from addressing some of the key challenges facing the industry during this time of unprecedented and evolving regulation. Among those focusing the bulk of their respective comments on the U.S.-flag industry were U.S. Rep. Elijah Cummings (D-Md.); Rear Adm. Robert Reilly Jr., commander, MSC; U.S. Maritime Administrator Sean Connaughton; Capt. David Stalfort, commanding officer of the Coast Guard’s National Maritime Center; Dick Myers, representing the office of U.S. Senator Barbara Mikulski (DMd.); Capt. Glen Banks, international secretary-treasurer of the International Association of Masters, Mates & Pilots; and Bill Van Loo, secretary-treasurer of the Marine Engineers’ Beneficial Association. Cummings chairs the House Transportation Committee’s Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation. He also serves on the House Armed Services Committee. He reviewed some of the subcommittee’s key accomplishments during the past nine months, including passage of the Integrated Deepwater Program Reform Act and the Maritime Pollution Prevention Act. Concerning the Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) program—a complex, controversial subject—Cummings stated, “Like all of the new security measures instituted after 9/11, the introduction of TWIC requires the govern- ment to strike a delicate balance. We must ensure that we put all needed security measures in place throughout our maritime installations, but that these measures do not place an undue burden on the maritime industry or lead to the unfair treatment of workers. Right now, too many questions about TWIC remain unan- swered. For that reason, I will be convening the subcommittee again in the fall to receive an update from the Coast Guard and the Transportation Security Administration regarding the steps that will be taken to ensure the effective and predictable roll-out of the TWIC.” He said that when it comes to offshore LNG projects in and near the U.S., “I will continue to take every available opportunity to promote the placement of LNG operations offshore—and the use of vessels that fly the U.S. flag and employ U.S. crew members to serve those terminals.” Cummings stated that when he became subcommittee chairman, “I dedicated myself to two objectives. The first objective is to promote the growth and success of the U.S. Merchant Marine. The second objective is to oversee the effective operation of the Coast Guard. Importantly, these two goals are also complementary. “The posture of the Coast Guard toward the maritime industry is a concern that has been repeatedly raised to me by mariners, port officials, shipowners, and indeed all members of the maritime community since I assumed the chairmanship of Rear Adm. Robert Reilly Jr., SIUNA President Michael Sacco the subcommittee. I want you to know I have heard these concerns and I am working diligently to address them.” Cummings concluded by thanking mariners for their vital contributions to U.S. security, and in particular noted the U.S. Merchant Marine’s role in evacuating citizens on September 11, 2001; providing aid and emergency assistance along the Gulf Coast to victims of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita; and providing the sealift capacity that keeps our armed forces equipped to fight the global war on terrorism. “I know that without these highly trained men and women, we would simply be unable to equip our armed forces with the Organizing, Health Care Top U.S. Labor Agenda Addressing the SIUNA convention Sept. 1314 in Piney Point, Md., guest speakers from U.S. organized labor cited health care and organizing as the movement’s top priorities. They also credited the Seafarers with unfailing solidarity and declared unions must play a vital role in promoting and revitalizing the nation’s middle class. Speakers included AFL-CIO President John Sweeney; International Association of Machinists President Tom Buffenbarger; Maryland and D.C. AFL-CIO President Fred Mason; and Metropolitan Baltimore AFL-CIO President Ernie Grecco. Sweeney opened his remarks by thanking SIUNA President Michael Sacco “for the support you’ve given me and for your outstanding service as a vice president of the AFL-CIO and a member of our executive council. Nobody works harder for the unions affiliated with the Seafarers or gives more support to the 54 other affiliates of the AFL-CIO— nobody.” He added, “I want to thank you, Mike, and every leader and activist in the Seafarers for the work you do every day to keep our union movement strong. You’re not only there in numbers for every rally we have on Capitol Hill, but at every convention and in every campaign we sponsor—even though many of the things we’re fighting for are like the health care and pensions and health and safety protections you already have.” He pointed to U.S. cabotage laws as a model for other domestic sectors. “I’ve often said I wish we had a Jones Act for every one of our basic industries,” Sweeney stated. “It’s the standard for trade unionists of every stripe, and every one of you deserves a medal for defending it and extending it so well for the last 87 years.” He noted the labor movement’s grassroots capabilities, reflected in the strong union turnout during last year’s elections. Sweeney also said that those capabilities must be used to organize new members. “There are 60 million Americans out there who say they want to join our unions, and we’re determined to bring them that opportunity.” Turning to health care, Sweeney said it will be a critical issue in next year’s elections. “Nobody in this richest country in the world should go without health care—not a single child, not a single retiree, not a single family,” he asserted. “Along with good jobs and the freedom of every worker to form and join unions, health care will be a signature issue for us from now through the elections of 2008. We will elect members of Congress and a president who will support real national health care reform—health October 2007 Metropolitan Baltimore AFL-CIO President Ernie Grecco care as good as our members of Congress get. Health care worthy of our great country. Health care that works for Main Street instead of health care that works for Wall Street.” Buffenbarger noted that American workers simply seek basic things including a fair wage, safe neighborhoods and maintaining traditional expectations “that they can do better than their parents as they emerge into the workforce ... and at the end of a lifelong career, they can retire with dignity and respect and with pensions that are safe and secure.” He mentioned an IAM-sponsored rally in D.C. earlier this year and thanked the SIUNA for its strong turnout. “This great union stands up with its friends,” Buffenbarger said. Further expressing that appreciation, he presented Sacco with a bronze eagle bearing an inscription from the IAM to the SIUNA that reads in part, “With deepest respect, admiration and appreciation for the work your members do. Solidarity forever.” Mason shared a story from his childhood that involved a Seafarer whom he knew as “Uncle Addison,” though they weren’t related. Mason told the audience that he grew up “dirt poor” in segregated Virginia during the 1950s. His interactions with Uncle Addison helped him appreciate many aspects of unions. Mason said that whenever Addison returned home from a voyage, “No matter what time of year it was, it was Christmas. He always had money, always had one of the best cars. He’d bring back photos of black and white people in fraternal relationships, actually smiling, and would tell stories about going to different countries. I didn’t know at the time what an impact those stories were having on me, nor at the time about the role that the union was actually playing in helping to change America. “A piece of that is the notion of a middleclass way of life,” he continued. “The union made it possible back then. Today, unions still have a role to play in making our democracy better, in recapturing and surpassing the middleclass way of life that Americans deserve. We have to put forth greater effort to elect politicians that honor work and respect workers and who will pass the Employee Free Choice Act. We have to support and elect politicians who believe all workers—all people—are entitled to decent, affordable health care.” Mason also thanked the SIUNA for its support, noting that “any time the federation has needed assistance, it was literally a phone call away. Call on the SIU, and we’ll have people there to do it.” Grecco fired up the crowd by urging union members and officials alike to work harder and work smarter to accomplish the movement’s goals. He also emphasized union members’ buying power and reminded delegates that buying union-made, American-made products is beneficial in many ways. He pointed out the loss of industrial jobs in Baltimore over the years as well as elsewhere across the country—a condition brought on mostly by corporate greed but exacerbated by citizens buying so many foreignmade goods. “I remember the days when you couldn’t attend one of these kinds of meetings without checking to see if you had a union label on your coat,” he said. “Those days are gone. We need to get back to those days, and we need to talk—not only to each other, but to our members. We need Continued on page 10 supplies they need to defend our nation,” he said. Mikulski could not attend the convention but sent a letter stating, “You know that I am on your side. Working men and women are the backbone of our great nation. Unions play a vital role in ensuring safe and fair working conditions. I’m proud to stand with the labor movement.” Reilly recalled the heroic efforts of the U.S. Merchant Marine during World War II—in particular the Murmansk Run—and stated, “If you think about our U.S. Merchant Mariners and you recognize the fact that they have always been there to support us, you will recognize the fact that they still have the courage and the conviction to support this nation in time of defense, no matter what the threat is.” He said that relying on civilian mariners is a good value for the government “because we can take advantage of the efficiencies that have been learned in the civilian sector to not have a lot of overhead.” Reilly said America is “still a maritime nation and we always will be. It ultimately ties us to the American fleet.” The MSC commander mentioned that several of his family members have belonged to unions, so he understands and appreciates the value of such organizations. He concluded, “I appreciate your support. I appreciate the ongoing relationship we have with you. Keep fueling that maritime engine that supports that bell of freedom.” Connaughton thanked the union for its support since he took office a year ago. He noted that during that time, MarAd reorganized. He said there are current and future opportunities for the marine highway system and shipbuilding. Concerning LNG, Connaughton said, “I think we’ve been very successful taking a step-by-step approach, first to get some agreements to put American mariners on board.” He noted the recent commitment by Woodside Natural Gas to the U.S.-flag and U.S. crews on the West Coast and added, “I am very happy to say we’re very, very close to another commitment from another company to operate U.S.-flag LNGs here on the East Coast.” Continued on page 10 U.S. Rep. Elijah Cummings (D-Md.) Seafarers LOG 9 �44775_P01_24:September-07 9/28/2007 6:08 PM Page 10 International Solidarity Still Key for Mariners and Their Unions In this age of economic globalization, maritime unions must follow suit by working together at every opportunity to promote and protect good jobs for their respective memberships. That message was driven home last month by three prominent labor officials at the SIUNA convention in Piney Point, Md. on Sept. 13-14. Delivering the sentiments were Paddy Crumlin, national secretary of the Maritime Union of Australia (a position equivalent to that of a president in the U.S.); Stephen Cotton, secretary of the International Transport Workers’ Federation’s Special Seafarers’ Department and also the ITF maritime coordinator; and Norwegian Seafarers’ Union President Jacqueline Smith. Cotton provided an overview of the ITF, pointing out that the organization consists of 680 transport unions representing more than 4.5 million workers from 148 countries. He noted that the federation was formed more than a century ago “from solidarity action and industrial action. Those principles of standing up for your rights and defending workers are just as true today as they were over 100 years ago. We have to fight for each other.” He updated the convention on the ITF’s battle against so-called flag-ofconvenience shipping, also called runaway-flag shipping. Cotton reported that the federation now has more than 8,000 ships under contract and noted that during the past three years, ITF inspectors have collected $60 million in back pay for crew members. “Our objective is to see all of the world’s seafarers in strong unions fighting for their future,” he said. Cotton credited the SIUNA with providing a good example for other ITF affiliates, describing it as “a democratic, strong, powerful union that knows how to fight and knows how to deliver. Good trade unions don’t moan about changing times. They find ways to take on the chal- Paddy Crumlin (left), national secretary of the Maritime Union of Australia, brought a present from his union to the SIUNA and President Michael Sacco. lenges. Here again, the SIU has led the way.” Cotton brought two letters conveying fraternal greetings from, respectively, the Seafarers Union of Russia and the Philippine Seafarers Union—and pointed out that both of those organizations use the SIUNA as a model. Additionally, he voiced the ITF’s commitment “that if there is anything we can do to support the employment of American seafarers on LNG vessels, we will do that, whatever it takes.” Finally, Cotton pointed to the need to develop new methods of organizing and building alliances with government, employers “and whoever else we need to help achieve our objectives. We have to look at our history and understand that everything you have today comes from the leadership and the membership fighting for what they’ve achieved. Our future—the future of your families and workers tomorrow—depends on our ability to mobilize our power. We must be effective, and solidarity is the key.” Smith mentioned that the conven- tion marked her first visit to the Seafarers-affiliated Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education. She described the school as “truly an inspiration to seafarers globally.” She noted the long tradition of SIUNA and NSU solidarity. “It’s through international liaison that SIU and NSU along with other ITF affiliates are able to secure higher living and working conditions for seafarers on a global basis,” Smith stated. On a somber note, she explained how runaway flags—particularly flagging out from traditional maritime nations—harms mariners and “has had an extremely harsh effect on our members. Just in the last 20 years, over 100,000 jobs have been lost in the European shipping industry. Around 30,000 Norwegian seafarers lost their jobs practically overnight when they introduced a second registry in the [Norwegian International Ship Register].” She concluded by noting that Norwegian trade unions are “still battling to establish something similar to the Jones Act” to help reverse the “nightmarish” loss of jobs. “U.S. seafarers must never let the government Continued from page 9 10 Seafarers LOG ITF Maritime Coordinator Stephen Cotton Norwegian Seafarers Union President Jacqueline Smith decency at work ... to have a pension and medical benefits. Those things aren’t just American values. They’re Australian values, Canadian values, UK values. We’ve got to maintain strong leadership and belief in each other—and understand the fact that we’re part of an international family. If we don’t stick together, someone will come up the gangway and take our jobs.” Officials Credit SIUNA For Consistent Support Continued from page 9 to talk about the importance of buying American-made, unionmade products and the importance of getting involved in the political process.” He added that the SIU is appreciated by fellow unions in Baltimore, specifically mentioning the work of SIU Port Agent Dennis Metz. “Every local union in the city knows that if there’s any situation whatsoever, the Seafarers International Union is there to help.” Maritime Speakers Describe Challenges He asserted that MarAd must protect the Jones Act and be “very vigilant with our other government agencies with respect to government-impelled cargoes” to ensure the appropriate use of U.S.-flag vessels and U.S. crews. Connaughton also vowed to continue pushing to “lift some of the burden that will help mariners and ship operators alike to grow the U.S.-flag fleet. I look forward to working with you.... We have a great partnership, great collaboration because there’s one key element. It’s all about making sure we support American jobs and support American businesses.” Stalfort offered detailed descriptions of changes happening at the National Maritime Center (NMC) and improvements to the mariner licensing and documentation program. “The Coast Guard is committed to drastically improving all aspects of the credentialing process and we take this job seriously,” he said. “We certainly understand past and current frustration and we accept that our past performance does not warrant giving us the benefit of the doubt just yet. However, we continue to focus on the future and strive for issuing credentials to competent mariners in the most efficient, customer-centric manner possible. We thank you for challenging us to improve; we ask for your patience and support as we do.” Both Banks and Van Loo stressed the ongoing need for American maritime labor to work together, especially in the political arena. “If we have learned anything over the years it is that our likelihood of success in Congress is directly related to our ability and willingness to work together,” Banks said. “All of our officers are totally committed to this proposition and we’re extremely pleased and proud that our D.C. operation and yours are able to closely work together on the Hill. There should be little doubt that if the unions had not decided to work in sync with one another we very likely would not have been able to enact the Maritime Security Program or have it re-authorized two years ago for anoth- weaken the Jones Act. Never. This won’t happen as long as you have strong leadership.” Crumlin emphasized political action as an indispensable means of advancing mariners’ interests. He called SIUNA President Michael Sacco and the entire union “an inspiration for seafarers around the world, showing that we don’t have to just stand back and let other people take our jobs. If we stand up for our jobs there’s a future for us and our families and the generations to come.” He noted that the SIUNA has a long history of working with promaritime candidates regardless of political party. Such activity “reflects union leadership. It’s a great tribute to the SIU and it’s a great tribute to Mike’s leadership and other leaders that you’ve been able to maintain because it is a vision for all of us that we can secure our future. “If we’re prepared to work together; if we’re prepared to make hard decisions; if we’re prepared to protect our own interests, we can make things happen.” Crumlin recalled that during an earlier visit to the U.S., he observed how the union lobbied Congress and appreciated the fact that union headquarters is based just outside of D.C. “The reason the SIU is in Washington is that’s where the decisions get made. That’s where the Jones Act lives and dies. The heart and the mind of the union is in Washington because if you’re unable to persuade the politicians, then we’re in the hands of big business and global business— and they don’t care about our interests.” Wrapping up, Crumlin described merchant mariners as “blue-collar workers seeking to get a fair day’s pay for a fair day’s work, and to have U.S. Maritime Administrator Sean Connaughton U.S. Coast Guard Capt. David Stalfort, SIUNA President Sacco, SIUNA Secretary-Treasurer David Heindel er 10-year period. I can honestly say I don’t think this would have happened at all if it hadn’t been for the leadership of Mike Sacco.” Van Loo said, “In maritime labor, solidarity is more than just a buzzword. It’s a practice. One needs only to look at the history of cooperation between the MEBA and the SIU to see examples. Our members serve together on nearly every vessel we crew.” He added, “This industry, despite our best efforts, has been slowly shrinking over the past 50 years. Larger ships, newer technology and tougher competition have reduced the number of jobs available but we have proven we can overcome these obstacles when we cooperate. When we work together there is no limit to what we can achieve.” Maryland and D.C. AFL-CIO President Fred Mason AFL-CIO President John Sweeney (right) confers with SIUNA President Michael Sacco. SIUNA Secretary-Treasurer David Heindel is shown in background. IAM President Tom Buffenbarger (left) presents a gift to SIUNA President Michael Sacco on behalf of Machinists officials and members. The eagle is directed toward all officials and members of SIUNA unions. October 2007 �44775_P01_24:September-07 9/29/2007 HTER F UR R A B IG E MAPPING OUT UT 7:10 AM Page 11 2007 SIUNA Convention HIGHLIGHTS 9/29/07 6:27:43 AM In photos directly above and below, delegates and guests sign in for the convention. Union Plus Representative Valerie Lilja explains some of the benefit programs. SIUNA President Michael Sacco tells convention delegates that while much has been accomplished since the previous convention, there’s no shortage of challenges ahead. Unlicensed apprentices post the colors at the convention’s start. The St. Mary’s County (Md.) Board of Commissioners presented Seafarers President Michael Sacco with a proclamation celebrating the 40th anniversary of the union-affiliated Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education. The school is located in Piney Point, Md. and was the host site for the convention, which took place Sept. 13-14. Pictured from left to right are Francis Jack Russell, president of the board of county commissioners; Commissioner Kenneth Dement, who represents the district including the Paul Hall Center; SIU President Sacco; and Commissioner Thomas Mattingly. October 2007 This was the 25th SIUNA convention. The organization was chartered in 1938. Seafarers LOG 11 �44775_P01_24x:4775p0 10/2/2007 1:28 PM Page 12 DELE &G MAPPING OUT IG UR R A B Michael Sacco SIUNA President E Archie Ware SIU Asst. VP HTER FUT 44775_SIU_MappingLogo.indd 1 John Sweeney AFL-CIO President 9/29/07 6:27:43 AM Michael Given SIU of Canada Organizing Director Sean Connaughton U.S. Maritime Administrator SPEAKERS U.S. Rep. Elijah Cummings (D-Md.) Ambrose Cucinotta SIU Asst. VP Ernie Grecco Metropolitan Baltimore AFL-CIO President Georg Kenny SIU Port Agent Capt. David Stalfort NMC Commanding Officer Tom Buffenbarger IAM President Fred Mason Maryland and D.C. AFL-CIO President Stephen Cotton ITF Maritime Coordinator Bill Van Loo MEBA SecretaryTreasurer Jacqueline Smith Norwegian Seafarers Union President Rear Adm. Robert Reilly Jr. MSC Commander 12 Seafarers LOG Chris Westbrook SIU Port Agent Tom Soresi SIU Bosun Paddy Crumlin Maritime Union of Australia National Secretary Dick Myers Representing office of U.S. Sen. Barbara Mikulski Capt. Glen Banks MM&P SecretaryTreasurer Valerie Lilja Union Plus Representative Herb Perez UIW VP October 2007 S �44775_P01_24x:September-07 10/2/2007 1:11 PM LEGATES GUESTS Tom Orzechowski SIUNA VP Joseph Soresi SIUNA VP Page 13 Augie Tellez SIUNA VP Roman Gralewicz SIU of Canada President Tom Bethel AMO President David Heindel SIUNA Sec.-Treasurer Dean Corgey SIUNA VP George Tricker SIU VP Kermett Mangram SIUNA VP René Lioeanjie SIUNA VP Charlie Stewart SIU VP Nick Marrone SIUNA VP Nick Celona SIUNA VP Becky Sleeper SIU Port Agent Catina Sicoli SIU of Canada Comptroller Dan Smith AMO Exec. VP Eugene Irish UIW VP Dennis Metz SIU Port Agent Elizabeth Brown SEATU Asst. VP Dave Connolly SUP VP Don Cree AMO VP Frank Pecquex MTD Sec.-Treasurer Jeff Turkus SIU Port Agent Anthony Poplawski MFOW President Chad Partridge SIU Port Agent Bob Love UIW Representative Chester Wheeler SIU Asst. VP Edd Morris SIU Port Agent Gerard Dhooge SIU Port Agent Joe Mieluchowski SIU Port Agent Joe Vincenzo SIU Port Agent Karen Horton-Gennette SEATU Business Rep. Mike DiPrisco Paul Hall Center Trustee John Cox SIU Port Agent Tony Naccarato Paul Hall Center Trustee Tracey Mayhew UIW Rep. Tom Walsh IPTW Organizer John Larew Jr. IPTW Sec.-Treasurer Desiree Gralewicz SIU of Canada Sec.Treasurer Jim Given SIU of Canada VP Bill Ellis UIW VP Amancio Crespo SIU Port Agent Michel Desjardins SIU of Canada Exec. VP Kenny Moore SIU Port Agent Donna Walsh SIUNA VP John Spadaro UIW National Director October 2007 Maggie Bowen SIU Plans Administrator Bill Cole ATC Labor Relations Director Theresa Hoinsky Fishermen’s Union President Brian Krus AMO Asst. VP Jim McGee SIU Asst. VP Neil Dietz SIU Port Agent Orlando Diaz UIW VP Todd Brdak SIU Port Agent Bill O’Brien MFOW VP Seafarers LOG 13 �44775_P01_24:September-07 9/29/2007 7:20 AM Page 14 COMMIT TEES MAPPING OUT IG E AUDITING COMMITTEE – (Seated, from left) Elizabeth Brown, David Heindel, Roman Gralewicz (chairman), Joseph Soresi, (standing) John Zimmerman, George Tricker, Nancy Beltran, Thomas Bethel, Tom Orzechowski. (Zimmerman is a CPA with the Buchbinder Tunick accounting firm, Beltran the SIU controller. They were on hand to assist the committee if the group had any questions about the financial reports.) UR R A B Committees consisting of representatives from the SIUNA affiliates met during the convention and carried out their assignments. Each committee reported on its work to the full convention. Whether providing credentials to the delegates, reviewing resolutions submitted by the member unions, or developing recommendations for rules by which to conduct the convention, the committees work to see that the event functions democratically and efficiently. HTER FUT 44775_SIU_MappingLogo.indd 1 9/29/07 6:27:43 AM CREDENTIALS COMMITTEE—(Seated, from left) Don Cree, Augie Tellez (chairman), Joseph Soresi, Becky Sleeper, (standing) Herb Perez, John Cox, Jim Given, René Lioeanjie, Todd Brdak. LEGISLATIVE AND GOVERNMENT AGENCIES COMMITTEE—Theresa Hoinsky (chairwoman), Kermett Mangram, Tracey Mayhew, John Spadaro, Michel Galarneau, (standing) Charlie Stewart, Gerard Dhooge, Michael Given. OFFICERS AND AFFILIATES REPORTS COMMITTEE—(Seated, from left) William Berger, Nick Marrone, Desiree Gralewicz, (standing) Thomas Walsh, Brian Krus, Hugo Boisjoly. INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS COMMITTEE—(Seated, from left) Catina Sicoli, Anthony Poplawski (chairman), Karen Horton-Gennette, (standing) Dan Smith, John Larew Jr., Bill Ellis, Augie Tellez, Joe Mieluchowski. RESOLUTIONS COMMITTEE—(Seated, from left) Georg Kenny, Dean Corgey (chairman), Dave Connolly, (standing) Eugene Irish, Amancio Crespo, Augie Tellez, Chester Wheeler. CONVENTION ARRANGEMENTS & PUBLIC RELATIONS COMMITTEE—(Seated, from left) Donna Walsh (chairwoman), Michel Desjardins, Orlando Diaz, William O’Brien, (standing) Nick Celona, Ambrose Cucinotta, Jim McGee. 14 Seafarers LOG October 2007 �44775_P01_24:September-07 9/28/2007 6:12 PM Page 15 Dispatchers’ Report for Deep Sea November & December 2007 Membership Meetings JULY 16 — AUGUST 15, 2007 *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Port 2 1 0 4 1 2 7 5 1 0 2 2 5 1 3 0 0 0 5 2 0 1 4 11 0 10 33 23 3 12 11 26 14 17 3 0 1 4 34 29 2 2 7 18 6 3 23 13 2 11 7 24 20 12 4 6 7 2 24 16 0 0 1 2 1 1 4 3 0 0 3 2 3 4 1 0 0 0 5 4 0 3 5 8 0 3 25 11 0 2 10 17 8 11 2 1 1 2 24 13 4 0 9 19 1 12 61 64 1 22 27 81 15 40 5 1 14 3 51 50 5 7 6 14 7 16 42 30 11 13 15 44 14 16 9 14 15 12 51 31 3 2 0 7 2 3 5 6 2 2 3 6 7 5 4 0 1 1 7 7 283 252 43 236 209 34 146 480 372 73 1 0 4 6 1 9 12 19 0 9 6 15 8 18 0 2 6 2 17 10 2 1 7 3 3 2 12 27 1 2 3 8 11 10 5 5 0 1 12 12 0 1 1 2 2 1 2 1 0 1 0 1 10 4 0 0 1 1 1 4 0 0 5 6 1 5 11 18 0 10 4 17 7 8 0 1 4 0 12 12 0 1 3 3 2 3 11 10 0 3 2 8 9 5 5 3 2 3 8 9 0 1 1 1 1 0 1 0 0 2 0 1 3 2 0 0 1 0 1 1 0 0 4 1 0 3 9 9 0 3 0 15 3 3 1 0 1 3 12 4 1 0 3 13 1 12 25 30 2 12 8 32 10 22 3 2 6 3 30 17 2 2 7 10 2 8 17 28 3 7 5 11 21 11 3 3 3 2 28 15 0 1 0 3 2 2 6 3 1 0 1 3 10 3 1 0 1 3 4 9 145 127 33 121 90 16 71 232 188 53 2 0 2 6 1 6 19 16 0 3 6 19 10 28 3 3 2 1 13 20 1 0 2 7 1 3 6 10 0 3 5 10 11 2 1 0 1 1 11 6 0 0 0 2 0 0 2 0 0 1 0 3 4 0 1 0 0 0 2 1 160 81 16 ENGINE DEPARTMENT Port STEWARD DEPARTMENT Algonac Anchorage Baltimore Fort Lauderdale Guam Honolulu Houston Jacksonville Joliet Mobile New Orleans New York Norfolk Oakland Philadelphia Piney Point Puerto Rico St. Louis Tacoma Wilmington Port 0 0 1 4 2 2 8 10 0 1 1 2 4 0 0 0 1 1 1 6 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 2 0 3 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 4 0 1 9 5 0 0 2 13 6 4 0 0 0 0 7 5 3 0 2 10 2 14 31 32 1 8 7 29 13 45 3 3 3 2 34 42 1 1 1 12 1 10 10 15 1 8 6 16 21 5 1 1 2 1 16 10 0 0 0 2 0 0 3 0 0 3 0 7 1 0 1 0 0 3 2 3 129 44 8 56 284 139 25 ENTRY DEPARTMENT 0 0 0 0 0 1 2 3 0 2 1 10 0 3 0 1 1 0 3 2 0 1 4 3 2 9 28 21 0 3 5 28 12 19 0 8 2 0 14 13 2 0 1 8 0 8 4 10 2 2 2 8 14 13 0 20 2 2 15 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 2 0 2 1 3 1 1 0 0 0 0 4 2 0 0 4 3 2 7 21 20 0 5 4 20 11 10 1 9 0 0 5 7 0 0 2 1 0 4 1 4 0 0 1 3 6 4 0 20 0 2 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 1 0 2 6 4 0 1 2 14 0 8 0 1 2 0 8 2 0 2 3 8 1 6 31 27 1 8 7 58 20 23 0 12 5 0 32 25 7 1 1 11 0 14 9 19 2 4 6 19 30 14 3 10 2 1 22 9 Totals 29 172 117 20 129 50 0 52 269 184 617 632 209 506 472 108 273 1,048 968 335 *“Total Registered” means the number of Seafarers who actually registered for shipping at the port. **“Registered on Beach” means the total number of Seafarers registered at the port. October 2007 Baltimore..............Thursday: November 8, December 6 Boston ..................Friday: November 9, December 7 Guam ....................Friday: November 23* ..............................Thursday: December 20 (*change created by Thanksgiving Day holiday) Honolulu...............Friday: November 16, December 14 Houston ................Tuesday: November 13* ..............................Monday: December 10 (*change created by Veterans Day holiday) Jacksonville ..........Thursday: November 8, December 6 Joliet .....................Thursday: November 15, Dec. 13 Mobile ..................Wednesday: November 14, Dec. 12 New Orleans.........Tuesday: November 13, Dec. 11 New York .............Tuesday: November 6, December 4 Norfolk .................Thursday: November 8, December 6 Oakland ................Thursday: November 15, Dec. 13 Philadelphia..........Wednesday: November 7, Dec. 5 Port Everglades ....Thursday: November 15, Dec. 13 San Juan ...............Thursday: November 8, December 6 St. Louis ...............Friday: November 16, December 14 Tacoma .................Friday: November 23, December 21 Wilmington...........Monday: November 19, December 17 0 0 0 4 1 4 25 11 0 3 5 17 9 16 2 2 0 0 14 16 Algonac A1chorage Baltimore Fort Lauderdale Guam Honolulu Houston Jacksonville Joliet Mobile New Orleans New York Norfolk Oakland Philadelphia Piney Point Puerto Rico St. Louis Tacoma Wilmington Totals All Departments Piney Point ...........Monday: November 5, December 3 Algonac ................Friday: November 9, December 7 3 6 6 12 6 10 25 22 7 10 15 26 11 11 5 11 13 9 27 17 Algonac Anchorage Baltimore Fort Lauderdale Guam Honolulu Houston Jacksonville Joliet Mobile New Orleans New York Norfolk Oakland Philadelphia Piney Point Puerto Rico St. Louis Tacoma Wilmington Totals **REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C 2 1 2 13 0 11 46 39 2 14 16 32 12 21 3 1 5 2 29 32 Port Totals Trip Reliefs DECK DEPARTMENT Algonac Anchorage Baltimore Fort Lauderdale Guam Honolulu Houston Jacksonville Joliet Mobile New Orleans New York Norfolk Oakland Philadelphia Piney Point Puerto Rico St. Louis Tacoma Wilmington Totals TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Each port’s meeting starts at 10:30 a.m. NOTICE Federal Court Bars Calif. CPA From Claiming So-Called Mariner’s Tax Deduction The U.S. Department of Justice on Aug. 22 issued the following news release: WASHINGTON, D.C.—A federal judge in Los Angeles has barred Martin A. Kapp, a certified public accountant from El Segundo, Calif., from preparing federal income tax returns claiming a so-called mariner’s tax deduction, the Justice Department announced today. The permanent injunction was entered by U.S. District Judge George Schiavelli of the Central District of California. The court found that Kapp prepared returns for mariners nationwide, improperly claiming deductions for the costs of meals when their employers had given them free meals. The court said Kapp “knew or should have known” the deductions were illegal. The court ordered Kapp to give the Justice Department a list of names, addresses, e-mail addresses, and Social Security numbers of customers for whom he claimed the deductions. The judge also ordered Kapp to post a copy of the permanent injunction on his Web sites for one year. More information about this case is available at http:// www.usdoj.gov/tax/txdv06213.htm. Since 2001, the Justice Department has sought and obtained injunctions against more than 245 tax return preparers and tax fraud promoters. More information about these cases is available on the Justice Department Web site at http://www.usdoj.gov/tax/tax press2007.htm. More information about the Justice Department’s Tax Division can be found at http://www.usdoj.gov/tax. Seafarers LOG 15 �44775_P01_24:September-07 9/29/2007 10:41 AM Page 16 Seafarers International Union Directory CIVMAR News Michael Sacco, President Augustin Tellez, Executive Vice President David Heindel, Secretary-Treasurer George Tricker, Vice President Contracts Tom Orzechowski, Vice President Lakes and Inland Waters Dean Corgey, Vice President Gulf Coast Nicholas J. Marrone, Vice President West Coast Joseph T. Soresi, Vice President Atlantic Coast Kermett Mangram, Vice President Government Services René Lioeanjie, Vice President at Large Charles Stewart, Vice President at Large HEADQUARTERS 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746 (301) 899-0675 ALGONAC 520 St. Clair River Dr., Algonac, MI 48001 (810) 794-4988 ANCHORAGE 721 Sesame St., #1C, Anchorage, AK 99503 (907) 561-4988 BALTIMORE 2315 Essex St., Baltimore, MD 21224 (410) 327-4900 BOSTON Marine Industrial Park/EDIC 5 Drydock Ave., Boston, MA 02210 (617) 261-0790 GUAM P.O. Box 315242, Tamuning, Guam 96931-5242 Cliffline Office Ctr. Bldg., Suite 103B 422 West O’Brien Dr., Hagatna, Guam 96910 (671) 477-1350 HONOLULU 606 Kalihi St., Honolulu, HI 96819 (808) 845-5222 HOUSTON 1221 Pierce St., Houston, TX 77002 (713) 659-5152 JACKSONVILLE 3315 Liberty St., Jacksonville, FL 32206 (904) 353-0987 JOLIET 10 East Clinton St., Joliet, IL 60432 (815) 723-8002 MOBILE 1640 Dauphin Island Pkwy, Mobile, AL 36605 (251) 478-0916 NEW ORLEANS 3911 Lapalco Blvd., Harvey, LA 70058 (504) 328-7545 NEW YORK 635 Fourth Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11232 (718) 499-6600 Government Services Division: (718) 499-6600 NORFOLK 115 Third St., Norfolk, VA 23510 (757) 622-1892 OAKLAND 1121 7th St., Oakland, CA 94607 (510) 444-2360 PHILADELPHIA 2604 S. 4 St., Philadelphia, PA 19148 (215) 336-3818 PINEY POINT P.O. Box 75, Piney Point, MD 20674 (301) 994-0010 PORT EVERGLADES 1221 S. Andrews Ave., Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33316 (954) 522-7984 SANTURCE 1057 Fernandez Juncos Ave., Stop 16 Santurce, PR 00907 (787) 721-4033 ST. LOUIS/ALTON 4581 Gravois Ave., St. Louis, MO 63116 (314) 752-6500 TACOMA 3411 South Union Ave., Tacoma, WA 98409 (253) 272-7774 WILMINGTON 510 N. Broad Ave., Wilmington, CA 90744 (310) 549-4000 16 Seafarers LOG Hotel Award Calculated, CIVMARS to Receive $482,200 Previous LOG articles notified CIVMARS that the SIU was successful in the “failure to provide adequate hotel quarters” arbitration earlier this year. The SIU convinced the arbitrator that the U.S. Military Sealift Command (MSC)-selected hotel, the Days Inn Military Circle, was unsafe, unhealthy and unsuitable. (The full decision is available on line, in PDF format, at http://www.seafarers. org/log/2007/082007/decision.pdf) The arbitrator held that while the hotel was clearly substandard from the start of the time CIVMARS were assigned, because MSC had signed a contract with the hotel, the arbitrator did not have the authority to determine if MSC could have cancelled the contract. As a result of this finding the arbitrator determined that the monetary awards for CIVMARS would start once the contract had been extended, from Oct. 1, 2006 and ending when CIVMARS were transferred to the Doubletree, Virginia Beach Jan. 18, 2007. CIVMARS staying at the Days Inn Military Circle between those dates will be receiving monetary compensation of $40 for each night of their stay. The union reviewed each sign-in sheet and listed each CIVMAR and the nights stayed to calculate the amount of the award. The total award amounted to $482,200. This report was sent to MSC for implementation. The union will work with MSC to ensure appropriate payment and notification of CIVMARS who will receive this money. Union Proceeding with TARSClass Habitability Grievances The union’s efforts to have CIVMARS paid habitability pay aboard the TARS salvage vessels USNS Grasp, USNS Grapple and USNS Salvor are proceeding. The SIU and MSC are selecting arbitration dates for the East Coast salvage ships. The Salvor grievance has been sent for a third-step review by Rear Adm. Robert Reilly, commander, MSC, in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement between the SIU and MSC for the West Coast CIVMAR unit. The union is asking for compensation for all CIVMARS assigned to these vessels at $40 per night. The SIU will keep CIVMARs posted. Penalty Meal Hour Payments The union has been advised by East Coast CIVMARS that they may not be getting an appropriate reimbursement for working through a meal hour. The collective bargaining agreement and the CMPI provide for penalty pay if CIVMARS are required to work through the meal hour as a result of underway replenishment duties or duties related to the navigation of the vessel. These rules do not apply to people on watch duty. If you have been required to work during a meal hour, even if you have received 15 or 20 minutes to eat your meal, you may be entitled to this payment in addition to the overtime rate of pay. CIVMARS must request payment for this type of penalty pay. If you do not know how to file for this pay, contact civmarsupport@seafarers.org or contact your SIU Government Services Division representative. You can call Maurice Cokes at (757) 622-1892; Kate Hunt at (718) 499-6600, extension 223, or Chet Wheeler at (510) 444-2360, extension 17. Benefits Enrollment Period The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) recently announced that the federal benefits enrollment period will take place from Nov. 12 through Dec. 10. Also, the agency has given the enrollment period itself a new name: Federal Benefits Open Season. Previously, it had been called the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program Open Season. However, the new procedure involves more than signing up for basic health benefits. Federal workers also may enroll for vision and dental coverage. They may arrange “flexible spending accounts” for out-of-pocket expenses for health care and dependent care. Updated information (including 2008 premiums) should be available by early November at the following web address: www.opm.gov/insure. Two Ports Remain on USNS Comfort Mission By late September, only two ports remained on the hospital ship USNS Comfort’s humanitarian assistance mission, MSC reported. The vessel is crewed by members of the SIU Government Services Division. It is on a four-month deployment to Latin America and the Caribbean providing medical assistance to patients in a dozen countries. The deployment is in support of the U.S. Southern Command’s Partnership for the Americas initiative, strengthening the ties between the United States and partner nations. According to MSC, the Comfort has helped more than 84,000 patients to date. Additionally, the ship departed Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago Sept. 22, having been the longest vessel to pull pierside there. Typically, the port has a limitation for the length of ships allowed to dock, due to a small turning basin where the vessels enter and exit. The Comfort (at 894 feet) exceeds the length set in the limitations, so special accommodations were arranged. In particular, the Comfort only took on 60 percent of its fuel capacity before arriving in Trinidad and Tobago, and the ballast tanks were emptied so the ship wouldn’t run aground. If the Comfort hadn’t been pulled pierside, everyone arriving on and departing the ship would have had to be flown, which would have depleted the ship’s helicopter fuel supply. Nearly 100 surgeries were performed on the ship in cooperation from Trinidad and Tobago medical professionals. Two Trinidad and Tobago doctors assisted and observed during a range of surgeries, including hernia repairs, cataract surgeries, hysterectomies and a variety of others. PIC-FROM-THE-PAST The first SIUNA convention was held March 23-28, 1942 in the port of San Francisco. This photo of the delegates (taken from the LOG archives) was snapped at that meeting. Sixty-five years later, the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md. was the venue for the 2007 Quinquennial Convention of the SIUNA. See coverage of the September 1314, 2007 convention on pages 3, 9-14. If anyone has a vintage union-related photograph he or she would like to share with the LOG readership, please send it to the Seafarers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. Photographs will be returned, if so requested. October 2007 �44775_P01_24:September-07 9/28/2007 8:42 PM Page 17 Welcome Ashore Each month, the Seafarers LOG pays tribute to the SIU members who have devoted their working lives to sailing aboard U.S.-flag vessels on the deep seas, inland waterways or Great Lakes. Listed below are brief biographical sketches of those members who recently retired from the union. The brothers and sisters of the SIU thank those members for a job well done and wish them happiness and good health in the days ahead. DEEP SEA ROBERT BELL JR., 58, joined the union in 1965. Brother Bell first sailed aboard the Southwestern Victory as a member of the engine department. He attended classes at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md. on numerous occasions. Brother Bell, who was born in Alabama, most recently worked aboard the Maj. Stephen W. Pless. He makes his home in Cantonment, Fla. FRANK CASBY JR., 69, became an SIU member in 1979 in the port of New Orleans. Brother Casby’s first ship was the Cove Engineer. He was born in Louisiana and worked in the engine department. In 2000, Brother Casby upgraded his seafaring skills at the unionaffiliated school in Piney Point. His most recent voyage was on the USNS Bellatrix. Brother Casby lives in Franklin, La. MICHAEL DUNN, 54, began his seafaring career in 1973 in Piney Point, Md. Brother Dunn’s first trip was aboard the Overseas Aleutian. He upgraded his skills often at the Piney Point school. Brother Dunn, who was born in California, sailed in the deck department. His most recent voyage was on the Liberty Spirit. Brother Dunn calls Richmond, Calif. home. JACOB DUSICH III, 55, was born in Washington. Brother Dusich joined the Marine Cooks & Stewards (MC&S) in 1977 in the port of San Francisco. In 1997 and 2000, he attended the Maritime Training Center in Piney Point, Md. Brother Dusich’s most recent voyage was on the Manukai. The steward department member lives in Apple Valley, Calif. DOMINGO GORDIAN, 65, joined the SIU in 1990. Brother Gordian’s first voyage was on the Cpl. Louis J. Hauge. The Puerto Rico-born mariner shipped in the deck department. Brother Gordian upgraded his skills in 2000 at the Paul Hall Center. Prior to retiring, he sailed aboard the Horizon Trader. Brother Gordian is a resident of Tucson, Ariz. October 2007 ALAN HANSEN, 62, began his seafaring career in 1970 on the Walter Rice. Brother Hansen, who was born in Seattle, worked in the engine department. He was a frequent upgrader at the Piney Point school. Brother Hansen’s most recent voyage was aboard the Cape Island. He resides in Port Angeles, Wash. FRANCISCO INSUA, 65, joined the SIU in 1979. Brother Insua first shipped aboard the Cove Engineer as a member of the deck department. He upgraded his skills on three occasions at the union-affiliated school in Piney Point, Md. Brother Insua, who was born in Spain, most recently sailed on the Columbia. He resides in Spain. JOSE JORGE, 65, joined the SIU in 1977. Brother Jorge first worked aboard a Cove Shipping Company vessel. In 2000 and 2002, he took advantage of the educational opportunities available at the Seafarers-affiliated school. Brother Jorge most recently sailed on the Commitment. Born in Puerto Rico, he makes his home in New York. MARY-LOU LOPEZ, 65, hails from Hanford, Calif. Sister Lopez embarked on her seafaring career in 1978, initially sailed aboard the Mariposa. Sister Lopez, who shipped in the steward department, upgraded three times at the Paul Hall Center. She most recently worked on Matson Navigation’s Mahi-Mahi. Sister Lopez calls San Pedro, Calif. home. DAVID MILLIGAN, 60, became an SIU member in 1975. Brother Milligan’s first ship was the Transcolorado. He was born in New York and sailed in the deck department. Brother Milligan upgraded his skills at the Piney Point school. His most recent voyage was on the Horizon Pacific. Brother Milligan makes his home in Reno, Nev. HASAN RAHMAN, 66, began his seafaring career in 1979 in the port of New York. He first worked aboard the Merrimac as a member of the steward department. Brother Rahman, who was born in Egypt, attended classes often at the SIUaffiliated school in Piney Point, Md. He most recently sailed aboard the Horizon Crusader. Brother Rahman is a resident of Jacksonville, Fla. DAVID VALLE, 65, began sailing in 1974 aboard the Overseas Alaska. Brother Valle, who was born in Puerto Rico, worked in the steward department. He upgraded his seafaring skills on numerous occasions at the Maritime Training Center in Piney Point, Md. Brother Valle most recently shipped on the Horizon Discovery. He resides in Worcester, Mass. VERNON WALLEN, 66, joined the union in 1976 in Detroit, Mich. Brother Wallen’s first voyage was aboard the William Roesch. He was a member of the steward department. Brother Wallen attended the Paul Hall Center on numerous occasions to upgrade his skills. He is a native of Tennessee. Prior to retiring, Brother Wallen worked on the ITB New York. He lives in Orem, Utah. his SIU career in 1968. Boatman Amey’s first voyage was aboard a Meyle Towing vessel. He was born in New Jersey and sailed in the deck department. Boatman Amey most recently worked aboard a Moran Towing of Philadelphia vessel. He makes Thorofare, N.J. his home. JOHN IVANKOVICH, 68, was born in Croatia. Boatman Ivankovich started shipping with the SIU in 1989 in the port of Wilmington, Calif. He worked primarily aboard vessels operated by Crowley Towing & Transportation of Wilmington. Boatman Ivankovich upgraded his skills often at the Piney Point school. He lives in San Pedro, Calif. WILLIAM McANDREWS, 63, began his SIU career in 1962. Boatman McAndrews worked pri- INLAND KENNETH AMEY, 62, began Reprinted from past issues of the Seafarers LOG. 1954 BALTIMORE – Seafarers from the crew of the SS Bull Run (Petrol Tankers) have been manning a 24-hour seagoing picket line around the ship here since Sunday, as the company continues its refusal to renew its full work agreement with the SIU. The vessel, which arrived late Saturday under tow from Norfolk, had been covered by an SIU contract for several years. Members of the crew originally left the ship in the Virginia port after the union acted on prior strike authority voted by the membership and called the crew out on strike. marily on Great Lakes Towing Company vessels. Born in Buffalo, N.Y., he calls Hamburg, N.Y. home. EARL SHEPARD JR., 54, joined the union in 1970. Boatman Shepard initially sailed in the deep sea division aboard the Charleston before switching to the inland division. He was born in Baltimore, Md. and attended the Piney Point school on three occasions to upgrade his skills. Boatman Shepard’s most recent trip to sea was on a Maritrans Operating Company vessel. He settled in Hanover, Pa. GREAT LAKES CLARENCE DOAN, 65, joined the union in 1968 in Detroit, Mich. Brother Doan’s first ship was the American Sea Ocean; his last was the American Republic. He was born in Michigan and worked in the deck department. Brother Doan resides in Hollister, Fla. diploma through the GED program offered at the Lundeberg School in Piney Point, Md. Born in Aland Island, a possession of Finland, Brother Moval went to sea for the first time at the age of 13. The story of his career is typical of the great heroism shown by the brothers of the SIU during the Second World War. He was one of four survivors from a tanker that hit a mine in the Bordeaux Harbor in 1940. He was later captured by the German army and placed in a prison camp in France. His third escape attempt was successful…. After joining the SIU in 1942, Brother Moval’s first ship took him to the invasion of Casablanca. He returned to the U.S. and immediately shipped out again, this time as a chief steward. He served in the D-Day invasion of Anzio Beach and the invasion of Okinawa…. “The GED program is great, and the teachers are outstanding,” he said. This Month In SIU History 1964 The battle of the SIU and other segments of maritime to extend the Food for Peace program under Public Law 480 without any crippling amendments added on came to a successful conclusion last week when President Johnson signed the bill extending the law for two more years. As a result of the victory a substantial number of American seamen’s jobs have been saved. The fight to extend the law had been marked by attempts to whittle down the role of U.S. ships in carrying P.L. 480 cargoes. These provisions were beaten down through the efforts of the SIU and other maritime groups. The union intends to keep a watchful eye on the administration of the bill in order to make certain that American-flag ships get their fair share of P.L. 480 cargoes. 1974 Seafarer Leo Moval, 57, recently became the first SIU pensioner to receive his high school 1984 Another newly converted RO/RO ship has been added to the SIU-contracted fleet. Bringing in more jobs for SIU members is the Cpl. Louis J. Hauge, Jr. which is being operated by a privately owned company for the Military Sealift Command. This 755-foot long vessel is part of the U.S. military’s Maritime Prepositioning Ship (MPS) program. During her conversion, the ship was lengthened by a 157-foot mid-body section and was fitted with a semi-slewing stern ramp, side port doors and ramps, and three twin-tandem heavy-lift cranes. A helicopter pad and quarters for military personnel were also added. Seafarers LOG 17 �44775_P01_24:September-07 9/28/2007 8:52 PM Page 18 Final Departures DEEP SEA HERBERT ATKINSON Pensioner Herbert Atkinson, 74, passed away Jan. 25. Brother Atkinson became an SIU member in 1961. The Florida-born mariner shipped in the engine department. Brother Atkinson initially worked aboard the Steel Rover. Before his retirement in 2003, he sailed on the USNS Capella. Brother Atkinson was a resident of Jacksonville. CLAUDE BANKSTON JR. Pensioner Claude Bankston Jr., 79, died Jan. 5. Brother Bankston started his seafaring career in 1951. He first set sail on a Waterman Steamship vessel. Brother Bankston was a native of Bogalusa, La. He worked as a member of the deck department, most recently aboard the Leader. He made his home in Baton Rouge and went on pension in 1992. HARRY CAMPBELL Pensioner Harry Campbell, 81, passed away Jan. 9. Brother Campbell joined the Marine Cooks & Stewards (MC&S) in 1934 in the port of San Francisco. The steward department member was born in the Philippine Islands. Brother Campbell’s most recent voyage was aboard Matson Navigation’s Lurline. He resided in Shingletown, Calif. and became a pensioner in 1974. WILLIAM FOLSE Pensioner William Folse, 82, died March 7. Brother Folse embarked on his seafaring career in 1951, initially sailing aboard an Alcoa Steamship Co. vessel. He was born in Raceland, La. Brother Folse’s most recent voyage was on a Michigan Tankers vessel. He called Slidell, La. home. Brother Folse became a pensioner in 1973. PABLO GONZALEZ the Del Valle. Brother Harvey worked in the deck department, last sailing aboard the Robert E. Lee. Brother Harvey began collecting his retirement stipends in 1984. He made his home in Picayune, Miss. MAGON HERNANDEZ Pensioner Magon Hernandez, 81, passed away Jan. 29. Brother Hernandez joined the MC&S in the port of San Francisco. He was born in Puerto Rico and sailed as a member of the steward department. Brother Hernandez retired in 1978 and called Torrance, Calif. home. HOEI HIGA Pensioner Hoei Higa, 81, died Jan. 30. Brother Higa became a member of the MC&S in 1948 in the port of San Francisco. He was born in Ewa, Hawaii and shipped in the steward department. Brother Higa’s most recent voyage was on Matson Navigation’s Kauai. He went on pension in 1985. Brother Higa was a resident of Waipahu, Hawaii. JOSEPH MARTELLO Pensioner Joseph Martello, 91, passed way Jan. 5. Brother Martello joined the union in 1939. He worked primarily aboard Delta Steamship Lines vessels as a member of the engine department. Brother Martello’s first ship was the Del Sud; his last was the Delta Manpower. Born in Italy, he settled in Louisiana. Brother Martello started receiving his retirement compensation in 1980. HARLAN PETERS Pensioner Harlan Peters, 95, died Jan. 23. Brother Peters joined the union in 1939 in the port of Baltimore. His first voyage was aboard the Morning Light. A native of Alabama, Brother Peters shipped in the steward department. Before retiring in 1976, he worked aboard the Del Sol. Brother Peters lived in Tampa, Fla. Brother Gregory Terado, 56, passed away Jan. 30. He joined the SIU in 2005. Brother Terado was born in the Philippines. He worked primarily aboard the Seabulk Power. Brother Terado made his home in Virginia Beach, Va. LEE HARVEY RAFAEL VERGARA 18 Seafarers LOG INLAND PETER FUNK Pensioner Pablo Gonzalez, 80, passed away Jan. 5. Brother Gonzalez began sailing with the Seafarers in 1951. His first ship was the Jefferson Davis, on which he sailed in the steward department. Brother Gonzalez, who was born in Ponce, P.R., last worked aboard the Cove Trader. He continued to live in Puerto Rico and started receiving his pension in 1988. Pensioner Lee Harvey, 81, died Jan. 12. Brother Harvey, who was born in Arkansas, joined the SIU in 1951. His first ship was pensioner in 1995. Brother Vergara continued to live in his native Puerto Rico. GREGORY TERADO Pensioner Rafael Vergara, 73, died Jan. 27. Brother Vergara began his seafaring career in 1968 in Puerto Rico. He became a Boatman Peter Funk, 52, passed away Dec. 29. He joined the SIU in 1976 in the port of New York. Boatman Funk began his seafaring career by working in the deck department aboard an American Barge Lines vessel. He sailed in both the inland and deep sea divisions. His most recent voyage was on the Sound Reliance. Boatman Funk, who was born in Chicago, Ill., called Fort Lauderdale, Fla. home. EDWARD FURMAN Pensioner Edward Furman, 85, died March 22. Boatman Furman, who was born in Maryland, joined the SIU in 1962 in the port of Baltimore. During his seafaring career, Boatman Furman shipped primarily aboard vessels operated by Moran Towing of Maryland as a member of the deck department. In 1983, Boatman Furman retired. He made his home in Baltimore. Keill settled in Rockport, Texas. He became a pensioner in 1995. ANTHONY KUMBAT Pensioner Anthony Kumbat, 91, passed away May 12. Boatman Kumbat became an SIU member in 1961 in the port of Philadelphia. His first expedition was aboard a Sheridan Transportation Co. vessel. Boatman Kumbat was born in Pennsylvania. He most recently sailed aboard a Meyle Towing Co. vessel. Boatman Kumbat made his home in Philadelphia. He began receiving his retirement pay in 1978. GREAT LAKES WILLIS KINGSTON Pensioner Willis Kingston, 77, died Jan. 15. Brother Kingston started his seafaring career in 1961. The New York native worked in the deck ROBERT McCARL Pensioner Robert McCarl, 75, passed away Dec. 16. Brother McCarl launched his SIU career in 1961. He was born in Ashland, Wis. Brother McCarl worked primarily aboard Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Co. vessels. A resident of Michigan, he went on pension in 1993. FLOYD OLSON Pensioner Floyd Olson, 86, died Jan. 17. Brother Olson joined the union in 1961 in the port of Duluth, Minn. He worked primarily aboard Great Lakes Towing Co. vessels. Brother Olson sailed in both the engine and deck departments. He retired in 1982 and called Duluth home. ANDREW ROSE Brother Andrew Rose, 47, passed away Jan. 30. Born in London, Brother Rose joined the SIU in 2002 in Detroit, Mich. His first vessel was the Sam Laud; his last was the Indiana Harbor. Brother Rose worked in the deck department. He made his home in Michigan. Editor’s note: The following brothers, all former members of the National Maritime Union (NMU) and participants in the NMU Pension Trust have passed away. NAME ERNEST GIBBS department. Brother Kingston shipped mainly on the Lemmerhirt. He started collecting his retirement compensation in 1991. Brother Kingston resided in New York. AGE DOD NAME AGE DOD Pensioner Ernest Gibbs, 80, passed away Jan. 20. Boatman Gibbs began sailing with the union in 1977, initially aboard a Tug Management Corporation vessel. The steward department member was born in Pleasant Grove, Ala. Boatman Gibbs most recently shipped with Sheridan Transportation. He was a resident of Tampa, Fla. Boatman Gibbs went on pension in 1995. Alvarez, Ramon 87 Jan. 17 Karschau, Horst 84 Jan. 10 Archey, George 82 Jan. 18 Kroon, Efrain 83 Jan. 29 Burgdorf, Richard 82 Jan. 10 Labus, Joseph 91 Dec. 29 Burgos, Jose 81 Jan. 17 Lake, Richard 84 Dec. 12 Carbo, Jose 98 Jan. 12 McKnight, Raymond 83 Jan. 13 Chavez, Carlos 83 Jan. 17 Medina, Marcial 87 Jan. 23 ROBERT GILES Cruz, Frank 85 Jan. 26 Moore, Nathanial 66 Jan. 3 Darcey, Charles 75 Jan. 26 Paul, Eugene 84 Dec. 28 DeJohn, Benjamin 80 Dec. 9 Pendino, Salvatore 88 Dec. 14 Delannoy, Alejandro 85 Dec. 4 Pinero, Arturo 81 Dec. 15 Donohue, William 80 Jan. 8 Price, Edward 94 Dec. 23 English, Edward 79 Dec. 25 Quervalu, Francisco 91 Dec. 6 Flores, Leonelo 59 Dec. 19 Rivers, Charles, Sr. 79 Dec. 17 Formosa, Anthony 80 Jan. 8 Rolain, Raymond 80 Dec. 25 Freeman, Oras 74 Dec. 26 Savory, Arthur 80 Dec. 25 Goicuria, Fernando 80 Dec. 16 Scheuerman, Robert 78 Dec. 22 Gomez, Guillermo 88 Dec. 4 Silva, Cyprian 77 Jan. 20 Grady, John 82 Jan. 9 Simpson, Robert 78 Dec. 3 Greer, George 75 Dec. 27 Smith, Robert 80 Dec. 30 Hebrank, Edward 79 Jan. 31 Strawder, Carlo 68 Jan. 17 Hickson, Walter 92 Dec. 29 Stryker, Ralph 81 Jan. 10 Higgins, Carroll 85 Dec. 22 Tennyson, Charles 68 Jan. 23 Hill, Elton 82 Jan. 8 Torres, Pedro 81 Dec. 26 Ishiki, Charles 86 Dec. 23 Trensch, Frederick 89 Jan. 3 Istre, Clebby 83 Dec. 4 Vargas, Efrain 88 Jan. 21 Jaiman, Adolfo 96 Jan. 23 Yunque, Wilfredo 81 Jan. 20 Jimenez, William 77 Jan. 2 Zavala, Oscar 90 Dec. 6 Pensioner Robert Giles, 83, died Dec. 13. Boatman Giles became an SIU member in 1955 in the port of Jacksonville. He first worked aboard a Gulf Atlantic Transport Corporation vessel. Boatman Giles was born in Kansas City, Mo. Prior to his retirement in 1989, he sailed with Mariner Towing Company. Boatman Giles resided in Sanford, Fla. JILES HAMM Pensioner Jiles Hamm, 80, passed away Dec. 26. Boatman Hamm joined the union in 1952 in the port of New York. He first sailed aboard a vessel operated by Alcoa Steamship Co. Boatman Hamm was born in Black Creek, N.C. and shipped in the steward department. His most recent voyage was on a Piney Point Transportation vessel. Boatman Hamm started collecting his pension in 1991. He called Hertford, N.C. home. THOMAS KEILL Pensioner Thomas Keill, 73, died Dec. 23. Boatman Keill, who was born in Corpus Christi, Texas, began his Seafaring career in 1975 in the port of Houston. Boatman Keill’s first voyage was on a National Marine Service vessel. He last sailed with Higman Barge Lines. Boatman October 2007 �44775_P01_24x:September-07 10/2/2007 1:16 PM Page 19 Digest of Shipboard Union Meetings The Seafarers LOG attempts to print as many digests of union shipboard minutes as possible. On occasion, because of space limitations, some will be omitted. Ships minutes first are reviewed by the union’s contract department. Those issues requiring attention or resolution are addressed by the union upon receipt of the ships’ minutes. The minutes are then forwarded to the Seafarers LOG for publication. CAPE JACOB (Matson Navigation), Aug. 4—Secretary Gary S. Dottino, Steward Delegate Erik J. Loret. Secretary reported annual pay raise took effect July 28. Steward delegate thanked engineers (MEBA and MFOW) for quick response to galley repairs. Clarification requested from company on family emergencies and current e-mail restrictions. Crew members requested to have direct deposit option for paychecks. Ship is currently in Okinawa, Japan with generator problem. Next port: Sasebo, Japan. COMMITMENT (Maersk Line Limited), Aug. 25—Chairman James K. Walker, Secretary Stephanie L. Sizemore, Educational Director Dennis R. Baker, Deck Delegate Edwin Ortega, Engine Delegate Stephan J. Riccobene, Steward Delegate Jorge Mora. Bosun reported good, safe voyage and great crew. He announced Sept. 2 payoff in Newark, N.J. and noted other bosun would be returning at that time. Those crew members requesting cash at payoff will have to wait until cash arrives aboard ship. Sanitary inspection to take place this week. Secretary thanked wiper for great job and also thanked trainees for good seamanship while aboard vessel. Educational director stated that new Cigna health cards were sent out in June and reminded crew members about 24-hour hot-line to speak with a nurse. He urged mariners to watch for safety hazards while on deck, especially watertight doors, which are very heavy and have no latch. Treasurer stated $1,332 in ship’s fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Suggestion made regarding time needed to collect pension benefits. Next ports: Newark; Charleston, S.C.; Houston. CP NAVIGATOR (Crowley Marine), Aug. 8—Chairman Stig Sasse Jr., Secretary Hernegildo Batiz, Educational Director Barry C. Knowles. Chairman announced Aug. 9 payoff in Houston. Educational director advised mariners to upgrade skills at Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md. and read Seafarers LOG to stay abreast of issues that affect maritime industry. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Recommendation made to increase dental benefits and lower seatime requirements. Seafarers recommended that book numbers be used on all paperwork rather than Social Security numbers to avoid identity theft. Crew thanked steward department for keeping ship clean and great food. Next port: Houston. HONOR (Interocean American Shipping), Aug. 12—Chairman Billy G. Hill Sr., Secretary Patricia A. Sullivan, Engine Delegate Derek C. King, Steward Delegate Eddy Usmany. Chairman announced payoff on Aug. 18 en route to Beaumont, Texas. He reported Middle East trip was extremely hot, but crew did good job of staying hydrated. Members were reminded to keep documents current and dues paid up and to support SPAD. Secretary reminded crew to turn in linen before arrival in U.S. port. Clean linen will be issued to next mariners when they arrive on board vessel. No beefs or disputed OT Sailing with the SIU The above photo was taken of SIU members aboard the Interocean American Shipping vessel Freedom when it arrived in New York on July 30, 2007. At right is Michael Carello, chief steward on the Vermont, an Eships Inc. vessel. He is checking out the latest union news in the May 2007 Seafarers LOG. October 2007 reported. New freezer and dishwasher have been installed and are operational. Seafarers requested fresh water drinking fountain be installed on deck 7. Chairman thanked Chief Steward Sullivan for healthy meals and great cook-outs. He also expressed his gratitude to entire crew for an outstanding sanitary inspection. Suggestion made regarding contracts for car-carrying vessels. Next ports: Beaumont; Houston; Jacksonville, Fla. HORIZON DISCOVERY (Horizon Lines), Aug. 5— Chairman Patrick C. Ray Jr., Secretary Gerald B. Kirstey, Educational Director Herman Castro, Deck Delegate Efrain Alvarez, Engine Delegate William B. McCants, Steward Delegate Tracy L. Newsome. Chairman encouraged mariners to apply for renewal of passports and z-cards early (six to 11 months before they expire) and announced upcoming payoff in Jacksonville, Fla. Educational director advised members to get information regarding retirement and vacation from the union. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Suggestion made to lower seatime requirements for medical benefits and raise pension amounts. Seafarers requested comparable gym as officers. They also asked for new chairs in crew mess hall and lounge. Vote of thanks given to steward department for job well done. HORIZON PRODUCER, (Horizon Lines), Aug. 15— Chairman Joseph R. Colangelo, Secretary William J. Bunch, Educational Director Gary M. Dahl, Deck Delegate Cleofe B. Castro, Engine Delegate Alex Oliva, Steward Delegate Juan J. Vallejo. Chairman reported Aug. 17 payoff in Jacksonville, Fla. Educational director urged crew to upgrade skills at Piney Point school. Treasurer stated $4,299 in ship’s fund; suggestion made to buy a Bowflex machine with the money. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Seafarers requested status of the motion sent to Board of Trustees regarding evaluation of current pension benefits. HORIZON RELIANCE, (Horizon Lines), Aug. 11— Chairman Kissinfor N. Taylor, Secretary Michael L. Baker, Educational Director Randy D. Clark, Deck Delegate Erowin C. Udan, Engine Delegate Gualberto M. Salaria, Steward Delegate Cesar L. Santos. Chairman announced upcoming payoff at sea prior to arrival in Los Angeles. He noted that reply from headquarters pertaining to new medical coverage was received and posted in crew lounge. Secretary advised all members to upgrade skills when- New Orleans. He encouraged members to become familiar with their contracts, work rules and duties. Secretary asked mariners to leave rooms clean for next crew members. Educational director warned seamen to keep all necessary sailing documents current and take advantage of upgrading opportunities at SIUaffiliated school in Piney Point. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Requests made for purchase of fans for crew rooms and DVD player for crew lounge. Vote of thanks given to the steward department. Awards Given on the Green Point Capt. J.E. Belcourt (at left in both photos) was proud to present a couple of awards during voyage 69 aboard the Green Point. The “Best Shipmate” award was given to AB Gregorio Saguran (top photo), and the Safety Award was handed out to Bosun Melvin Nichols. “Both crewmen performed their duties in the best traditions of the U.S. Merchant Marine,” stated Belcourt. The ship was sailing from the Mediterranean to Panama during that voyage. ever possible and take advantage of all Piney Point has to offer. Educational director discussed importance of contributing to SPAD and how it helps our industry. Treasurer stated $788 in ship’s fund. Beef and disputed OT reported in deck department. Crew members were informed that outside locks will be rekeyed to work with room keys. Next ports: Los Angeles; Honolulu. LIBERTY GLORY (Liberty Maritime), Aug. 12—Chairman John T. Roe, Secretary Michael J. Gramer, Educational Director Stephen R. Treece, Deck Delegate Franklin B. Akins, Steward Delegate Hamin Sialana. Chairman announced Aug. 20 payoff in Houston. He reported that everyone on board has gone above and beyond their duties in terms of helping out on deck, in the galley and in the engine room. “Great crew,” he said. Secretary reminded mariners to leave rooms clean and supplied with fresh linen for next person. Educational director encouraged crew to stay abreast of TWIC requirements. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Members requested new ice machine, box spring mattresses, bigger and more efficient dryers and good dishwasher. Recommendation made to look into larger yearly wage increases. Steward department was thanked for fantastic job during voyage. Next ports: Houston; Durbin, South Africa. LIBERTY SUN (Liberty Maritime), Aug 26—Chairman David N. Martz, Secretary Ronald J. David. Chairman announced Aug. 30 payoff in MAERSK MISSOURI (Maersk Line Limited), Aug. 26— Chairman Thomas Flanagan, Secretary Billy Gigante, Educational Director Hiawatha J. Williams, Deck Delegate James V. Triassi Jr., Engine Delegate Anatoli Vetsinov, Steward Delegate Medardo Thomas. Chairman reported smooth, safe voyage and announced Aug. 27 payoff in Elizabeth, N.J. He urged Seafarers to check document expiration dates, support union through SPAD donations, and start looking into TWIC requirements. Educational director advised mariners to continue education process at the maritime training center in Piney Point. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Suggestion made to hire standbys so crew can have day off following a voyage. Request made for a new carpet-cleaning machine. QUALITY (Maersk Line Limited), Aug. 4—Chairman Eddy E. Stwaeard, Secretary Franklyn J. Cordero, Engine Delegate Owen L. Richards, Steward Delegate Ricardo C. Ellis. Chairman discussed benefits of new medical plan. Everyone aboard expressed pleasure in the changes which will help in lowering deductibles. Secretary thanked members for helping keep ship clean and asked departing crew to clean room and leave fresh linen for reliefs. Educational director encouraged mariners to stay updated on TWIC information and reminded them they will need the cards to ship. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew thanked steward department for great meals. Seafarers LOG 19 �44775_P01_24:September-07 9/28/2007 6:12 PM Page 20 ANNUAL FUNDING NOTICE FOR SEAFARERS PENSION PLAN Introduction This notice, which federal law requires all multi-employer plans to send annually, includes important information about the funding level of Seafarers Pension Plan, Plan Number 001, Employer Identification Number 13-6100329 (Plan). This notice also includes information about rules governing insolvent plans and benefit payments guaranteed by the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC), a federal agency..1 This notice is for the plan year beginning Jan. 1, 2006 and ending Dec. 31, 2006 (plan year). Plan’s Funding level The plan’s “funded current liability percentage” for the plan year was 98.01 percent. In general, the higher the percentage, the better funded the plan. The funded current liability percentage, however, is not indicative of how well a plan will be funded in the future or if it terminates. Whether this percentage will increase or decrease over time depends on a number of factors, including how the plan’s investments perform, what assumptions the plan makes about rates of return, whether employer contributions to the fund increase or decline, and whether benefits payments from the fund increase or decline. Plan’s Financial Information The market value of the plan’s assets as of Dec. 31, 2006 was $676,381,358. The total amount of benefit payments for the plan year was $31,160,116. The ratio of assets to benefit payments is 21.7:1. This ratio suggests that the plan’s assets could provide for approximately 21.7 years of benefit payments in annual amounts equal to what was paid out in the plan year. However, the ratio does not take into account future changes in total benefit payments or plan assets. Where to Get More Information For more information about this notice, you may contact Margaret R. Bowen, Plan Administrator, at (301) 899-0675, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. For more information about the PBGC and multi-employer benefit guarantees, go to PBGC’s website, www.pbgc.gov, or call PBGC toll-free at 1800-400-7242 (TTY/TDD users may call the federal relay service toll free at 1-800-877-8339 and ask to be connected to 1800-400-7242). 1 Rules Governing Insolvent Plans: Federal law has a number of special rules that apply to financially troubled multi-employer plans. Under so-called “plan reorganization rules,” a plan with adverse financial experience may need to increase required contributions and may, under certain circumstances, reduce benefits that are not eligible for the PBGC’s guarantee (generally, benefits that have been in effect for less than 60 months). If a plan is in reorganization status, it must provide noti- fication that the plan is in reorganization status and that, if contributions are not increased, accrued benefits under the plan may be reduced or an excise tax may be imposed (or both). The law requires the plan to furnish this notification to each contributing employer and the labor organization. Despite the special plan reorganization rules, a plan in reorganization nevertheless could become insolvent. A plan is insolvent for a plan year if its available financial resources are not sufficient to pay benefits when due for the plan year. An insolvent plan must reduce benefit payments to the highest level that can be paid from the plan’s available financial resources. If such resources are not enough to pay benefits at a level specified by law (see Benefit Payments Guaranteed by the PBGC, below), the plan must apply to the PBGC for financial assistance. The PBGC, by law, will loan the plan the amount necessary to pay benefits at the guaranteed level. Reduced benefits may be restored if the plan’s financial condition improves. A plan that becomes insolvent must provide prompt notification of the insolvency to participants and beneficiaries, contributing employers, labor unions representing participants, and PBGC. In addition, participants and beneficiaries also must receive information regarding whether, and how, their benefits will be reduced or affected as a result of the insolvency, including loss of a lump sum option. This information will be provided for each year the plan is insolvent. Benefit Payments Guaranteed by the PBGC: The maximum benefit that the PBGC guarantees is set by law. Only vested benefits are guaranteed. Specifically, the PBGC guarantees a monthly benefit payment equal to 100 percent of the first $11 of the plan’s monthly benefit accrual rate, plus 75 percent of the next $33 of the accrual rate, times each year of credited service. The PBGC’s maximum guarantee, therefore, is $35.75 per month times a participant’s years of credited service. Example 1: If a participant with 10 years of credited service has an accrued monthly benefit of $500, the accrual rate for purposes of determining the PBGC guarantee would be determined by dividing the monthly benefit by the participant’s years of service ($500/10), which equals $50. The guaranteed amount for a $50 monthly accrual rate is equal to the sum of $11 plus $24.75 (.75 x $33), or $35.75. Thus, the participant’s guaranteed monthly benefit is $357.50 ($35.7,5 x 10). Example 2: If the participant in Example 1 has an accrued monthly benefit of $200, the accrual rate for purposes of determining the guarantee would be $20 (or $200/10). The guaranteed amount for a $20 monthly accrual rate is equal to the sum of $11 plus $6.75 (.75 x $9), or $17.75. Thus, the participant’s guaranteed monthly benefit would be $177.50 ($17.75 x 10). In calculating a person’s monthly payment, the PBGC will disregard any benefit increases that were made under the plan within 60 months before the earlier of the plan’s termination or insolvency. Similarly, the PBGC does not guarantee pre-retirement death benefits to a spouse or beneficiary (e.g., a qualified pre-retirement survivor annuity) if the participant dies after the plan terminates, benefits above the normal retirement benefit, disability benefits not in pay status, or non-pension benefits, such as health insurance, life insurance, death benefits, vacation pay or severance pay. Know Your Rights FINANCIAL REPORTS. The Constitution of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District/NMU makes specific provision for safeguarding the membership’s money and union finances. The constitution requires a detailed audit by certified public accountants every year, which is to be submitted to the membership by the secretary-treasurer. A yearly finance committee of rank-and-file members, elected by the membership, each year examines the finances of the union and reports fully their findings and recommendations. 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/NMU 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. SHIPPING RIGHTS. A member’s shipping rights and seniority are protected exclusively by contracts between the union and the employers. Members should get to know their shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and available in all union halls. If members believe there have been violations of their shipping or seniority rights as contained in the contracts between the union and the employers, they should notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mail, return receipt requested. The proper address for this is: Augustin Tellez, Chairman Seafarers Appeals Board 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to members at all times, either by writing directly to the union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which an SIU member works and lives aboard a ship or boat. Members should know their contract rights, as well as their obligations, such as filing for overtime (OT) on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If, at any time, a member believes that an SIU patrolman or other union official fails to protect their contractual rights properly, he or she should contact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY — THE SEAFARERS LOG. The Seafarers LOG traditionally has refrained from publishing any article serving the political purposes of any individual in the union, officer or member. It also has refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the union or its collective membership. This established policy has been reaffirmed by membership action at the September 1960 meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsibility for Seafarers 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. 20 Seafarers LOG PAYMENT 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 circumstances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any 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 or she should not have been required to make such payment, this should immediately be reported to union headquarters. CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. 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 contents. Any time a member feels any other member or officer is attempting to deprive him or her of any constitutional right or obligation by any methods, such as dealing with charges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, the member so affected should immediately notify 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 discriminated against because of race, creed, color, sex, national or geographic origin. If any member feels that he or she is denied the equal rights to which he or she is entitled, the member should notify union headquarters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DONATION — SPAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fund. Its proceeds are used to further its objects and purposes including, 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 condition of membership in the union or of employment. If a contribution is made by reason of the above improper conduct, the member should notify the Seafarers International Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the contribution for investigation and appropriate action and refund, if involuntary. A member should support SPAD to protect and further his or her economic, political and social interests, and American trade union concepts. NOTIFYING THE UNION—If at any time a member feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he or she has been denied the constitutional right of access to union records or information, the member should immediately notify SIU President Michael Sacco at headquarters by certified mail, return receipt requested. The address is: Michael Sacco, President Seafarers International Union 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746. October 2007 �44775_P01_24:September-07 9/28/2007 8:58 PM Page 21 SEAFARERS PAUL HALL CENTER UPGRADING COURSE SCHEDULE Engine Upgrading Courses The following is the schedule of courses at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md. through the end of 2007. All programs are geared to improve the job skills of Seafarers and to promote the American maritime industry. Please note that this schedule may change to reflect the needs of the membership, the maritime industry and—in times of conflict—the nation’s security. Students attending any of these classes should check in the Saturday before their course’s start date. The courses listed here will begin promptly on the morning of the start dates. For classes ending on a Friday, departure reservations should be made for Saturday. Seafarers who have any questions regarding the upgrading courses offered at the Paul Hall Center may call the admissions office at (301) 9940010. Deck Upgrading Courses Course Start Date Date of Completion FOWT October 8 November 2 Refrigeration System Maintenance and Operations October 1 November 9 Welding October 1 October 29 October 19 November 16 Safety Specialty Courses Start Date Date of Completion Basic Safety Training/STCW October 29 November 12 November 19 December 10 November 2 November 17 November 23 December 14 Government Vessels November 5 November 9 Medical Care Provider October 8 October 12 Tankerman Familiarization/ Assistant Cargo (DL)* November 26 December 7 Course Course Start Date Date of Completion Able Seaman October 1 October 26 Automatic Radar Plotting Aids* October 22 October 26 Academic Department Courses General education and college courses are available as needed. In addition, basic vocational support program courses are offered throughout the year, two weeks prior to the beginning of a vocational course. An introduction to computers course will be self-study. (*must have basic fire fighting) (ARPA) (*must have radar unlimited) Lifeboatman/Water Survival October 29 November 9 Radar October 8 October 19 Radar Renewal (one day) October 29 Seafarers: Keep abreast of the latest training programs offered at the Paul Hall Center. Check out the courses offered on this page and apply now. A future edition of the Seafarers LOG wll contain a complete guide to all upgrading courses available to students in the year 2008. Steward Upgrading Courses Galley Operations/Advanced Galley Operations modules start every week. Certified Chief Cook/Chief Steward classes start every other week beginning Oct. 1, 2007. Recertification Bosun October 8 November 5 UPGRADING APPLICATION Name ________________________________________________________________ Address_______________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________ Telephone _________________________ Date of Birth ______________________ With this application, COPIES of the following must be sent: One hundred and twentyfive (125) days seatime for the previous year, one day in the last six months prior to the date your class starts, USMMD (z-card) front and back, front page of your union book indicating your department and seniority, and qualifying seatime for the course if it is Coast Guard tested. All OL, AB, JE and Tanker Assistant (DL) applicants must submit a U.S. Coast Guard fee of $140 with their application. The payment should be made with a money order only, payable to LMSS. BEGIN DATE COURSE END DATE ____________________________ _______________ _______________ ____________________________ _______________ _______________ ____________________________ _______________ _______________ ____________________________ _______________ _______________ Seniority _____________________________ Department _____________________ ____________________________ _______________ _______________ U.S. Citizen: ____________________________ _______________ _______________ Deep Sea Member Lakes Member Inland Waters Member If the following information is not filled out completely, your application will not be processed. Social Security # ______________________ Book # _________________________ Yes No Home Port _____________________________ Endorsement(s) or License(s) now held _____________________________________ LAST VESSEL: _____________________________________ Rating: ___________ _____________________________________________________________________ Date On: ___________________________ Date Off: ________________________ Are you a graduate of the SHLSS/PHC trainee program? Yes No If yes, class # __________________________________________________________ Have you attended any SHLSS/PHC upgrading courses? Yes No If yes, course(s) taken ___________________________________________________ Do you hold the U.S. Coast Guard Lifeboatman Endorsement? Yes No Firefighting: Yes No CPR: Yes No Primary language spoken ________________________________________________ October 2007 SIGNATURE __________________________________ DATE ________________ NOTE: Transportation will be paid in accordance with the scheduling letter only if you present original receipts and successfully complete the course. If you have any questions, contact your port agent before departing for Piney Point. Return completed application to: Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education Admissions Office, P.O. Box 75, Piney Point, MD 20674-0075; or fax to (301) 994-2189. The Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education is a private, non-profit, equal opportunity institution and admits students, who are otherwise qualified, of any race, nationality or sex. The school complies with applicable laws with regard to admission, access or treatment of students in its programs or activities. 10/07 Seafarers LOG 21 �44775_P01_24:September-07 9/28/2007 6:10 PM Page 22 Paul Hall Center Classes Unlicensed Apprentice Water Survival Class 691 — Graduating from the water survival course are unlicensed apprentices from class 691. They include (in alphabetical order) Jay Aki, Raymond Banks, LaDarus Clark, Steven Dalton, Caprice Jennings, Sean Jones, Thomas Jones, Thaddeus Kilgore, Riley LeBlanc, Delbra Leslie-Singleton, Wade McClennan, David Newsome, James Paulin, James Petite, DeAndre Whitley, Cortney Williams and Christopher Yokel. Unlicensed Apprentice Water Survival Class 692 — Unlicensed apprentices from class 692 who completed the water survival course are (in alphabetical order) Edwin Arroyo, Andrew Cooper, Peter Crane, Daniel Giles, Benigno Gonzales Jr., Richard Grushkin, Cheryl Gutkowski, Weston Hines, Yakan Israel, Omar Izquierdo, John Joyce, Sean Keaton, Jon Larrinaga, Alexis Lopez, Blaine Musk, Shawn Pantschyschak, Amer Saleh, Casey Shannon, Patrick Shaw, Leroy Sierra-Ramos, Lamar Walton and Robert Wilson. Specially Trained Ordinary Seaman (STOS) — On Aug. 10, the following students completed the STOS course under the instruction of Stan Beck (far right). They are (in no specific order) Dennis Barbosa, Vic Moody, Chris Ruggiero, Robert Brown, José Garcia, Joshua McAtee, Pedro Rivera-Riestra, Mark Wand Sr., Emmanuel Garcia, Rhett Morgan, Jesse Baumler, Edmund Livins, Philip Carlton, Farren Blackwell, John Stanton, Ben Vogel, Aubrey Wiggins, Cheryl Lee, Danielle Wright, Anthony Clemons, Ali Ahmed, Derrick Elijah and Ryan Anderson. AB — Completing the AB class Aug. 3 are (in alphabetical order) Richard Bodden, Christopher Curran, Darnell Goggins, Gerret Jarman, Sherwin Jones, Christopher Justo, Jorge Lanas, Raymond Any student who Maldonado, José Nieves, Ryan Racoma, John Solis, Johnny Starnes, has registered for a William Thomas and Wilbur Torres. class and finds—for Their instructor, Bernabe Pelingon, is at far right. whatever reason— that he or she cannot attend, please inform the admissions Chief Cook — Working their way up the culinary ladder are upgrading students in the chief cook course (from left) Korey Jackson, Domingo Barroga and Thessolonian Smith. Chef/Instructor John Dobson is at far right. department so that another student may take that place. Computer Lab Classes A number of students recently completed computer lab classes at the Paul Hall Center in Piney Point, Md. At left, Jess Cooper (left) and Budiman Chandra hold their certificates of achievement while their instructor, Rick Prucha, looks on. In the photo at right are (from left) Donald Lasley, Instructor Rick Prucha, Stephen McGruder and Francisco Madsen. 22 Seafarers LOG Pumpman — Forrest McGee (seated) had the full attention of his instructor, Jim Shaffer, in the pumpman class that ended Aug. 10. October 2007 �44775_P01_24:September-07 9/28/2007 6:11 PM Page 23 Paul Hall Center Classes Medical Care Provider — The nine upgrading Seafarers who took the medical care provider class taught by Instructor Mark Cates (far right) are (in no specific order) Edgar Pacanja, Charles Bennett, Donald Tye, Marco Rodriguez, Michael Stephens, Robet McMurray, Harry McKever, Kiplig Wise and Kenneth Jackson. The class lasted from July 23-27. (Note: not all are pictured.) Radar — Five boatmen from G&H Towing and Crescent Towing completed the radar course Aug. 10. They are (in no specific order) Douglas Lewis, John Niday IV, Douglas McGuire, John Harrison and George Bennett. Their instructor, Mike Smith, is at far right. Water Survival — Tankerman (PIC) Barge — Graduating Upgrading Seafarers who completed the water survival course Aug. 17 are (in alphabetical order) Zirjan Ahmed, Hermogenes Aquino Jr., Brandon Ballard, Robert Boomer, Charles Herrera, Edgar Pacana and Horace Page Jr. from this course Aug. 17 are Crowley and Allied Transportation boatmen (in no specific order) Matthew Fullilove, Dadrian Hyman, Raymond Snow and Mark Stabler. Their instructor, Mitch Oakley, is at far right. Safety Training at the Barbers Point Facility in Hawaii STCW — NCL, June 23: Sonja Gubalke, Leisa Radosavljevic, Trudy Miles, Haley Laux, Hancy Hart, Isaac Hayes, Susan Amato, Sheryl Olson and Jamie Boston. STCW — NCL, July 16: Arnold Bugabua, Joauinito Ig, Oliver Orale, Hermogenes Tipo, Renato del Rio Vasquez, Alvaro Dracket, Rodney Irodistan, Harry Lincuna, Emerson Mendoza, Jenifred Villanueva, Vinayak Nirmale, Ceferino Paguinto, Antonio Chan and Pascual Tinio. STCW — NCL, July 30: Gerard Oblina, Ferdinand Lipardo, Marlon Manile, Federico Jumarang Jr., Dino Gallardo, Ramona Graur, Lacerda Aslie, Luis Montalbon, Caroll Gardener, Armando Pangilinan, Ismael Orjaio, Ronaldo Gurimbao, Rolly Ofalsa, May Grace Sobida, Mary Rose Macatangay, Johnny Gamoso, Henry Garungcong, Agostinho Cardozo, Edilberto Egonia, Bhaskar Bandyopadhyay, Wayne Charles, Reinaldo Lugo, Richard Rebello, Elmer Fernandez, Joel Martin, Euserio Galvez and Ramilo De Guzman. October 2007 STCW — NCL, Aug. 6: Ian Bacheikov, Abraham Caluza, Pelagio Riodique, Christopher Belena, Edwin Delos Reyes, Premel Autor, Madel Bunyi, Joseph Quiday, Charlyn Rosete, Juvenil Cabales and Mary Grace Meneses. Seafarers LOG 23 �44775_P01_24:September-07 9/28/2007 6:32 PM Page 24 Volume 69, Number 10 October 2007 Attention Seafarers: It Takes a Four-Letter Word to Be Heard! Contribute to SPAD. Buck Crew Enjoys Antarctic Scenery The SIU-crewed USNS Paul Buck, a tanker operated by Ocean Shipholdings, Inc., arrived Feb. 1 at the National Science Foundation’s McMurdo Station in Antarctica for the annual resupply mission known as Operation Deep Freeze. The vessel, which is part of the U.S. Military Sealift Command (MSC) fleet, pumped off 162,000 barrels of fuel for equipment ranging from generators to helicopters. The Seafarers LOG ran an article about this mission, along with photographs sent by Bosun Phil Corl, in its May 2007 issue. A number of crew members from the ship also took pictures of the unique and often dramatic scenery from that trip, and some of them are included here. MSC has participated in Operation Deep Freeze every year since the station was established in 1955. This photo was taken looking through a porthole as the USNS Paul Buck nears McMurdo. Icebergs and other broken ice are common sights as the vessel approaches McMurdo. The USNS Paul Buck is tied up at the ice pier. A Coast Guard icebreaker, the Polar Sea (above), is one of the ships that helps keep the channel clear of ice. Below, scientists and others who work at McMurdo Station arrive by specially outfitted planes that land on “skiways” made of ice. Even though it’s summer in Antarctica in February, temperatures “skyrocket” to the minus 30s with wind gusts of up to 200 miles per hour. Keeping warm, as these crew members show, is all a matter of dressing in layers. Castle Rock, 3.5 miles from McMurdo Station, is a prominent volcanic outcropping. Below is one of the apple hut shelters on the trail that have emergency supplies such as a stove, food, sleeping bags and a first-aid kit. Penguins, seals, whales, birds and krill are but some of the animal life found in Antarctica. Clockwise from above are: an orca (killer whale); crew members feeding Cheerios to a bird on deck; and penguins frolicking on the ice. One of the Buck’s crew members (above) climbed the rock spire and was rewarded with a spectacular view. � 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 2000-2009 Description An account of the resource Volumes LXII-LXXI of the Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Seafarers Log Scanned Issues 1984-1988, 1994-Present, Seafarers Log Digital Copies 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. 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 October 2007 Description An account of the resource HEADLINES SIU OF CANADA DEMANDS ANSWERS AFTER DANGEROUS GREENPEACE STUNT ILO REPORT: AMERICAN WORKERS ARE WORLD’S MOST PRODUCTIVE CONVENTION FOCUSES ON MARITIME, HEALTH CARE, RIGHT TO ORGANIZE TANKER CONSTRUCTION STARTS IN SAN DIEGO ALLIED BOATMEN APPROVE CONTRACT T-AKE SHIP ORDER EXPANDS LABOR DAY EVENTS FOCUS ON HEALTHCARE NEW TERMINAL OPENS IN VA. 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To Operate Watson-Class LMSRs SIU jobs aboard the eight Watson-class LMSRs are secure as Seafarers-contracted Ocean Ships, Inc. has been awarded the contract for operating the vessels (including the USNS Soderman, above, and the USNS Charlton, left). The agreement spans five years, including a series of one-year options. Page 3. Union Reaches 70th Anniversary This month, the SIU turns 70. Pictured from left to right are members in Marcus Hook, Pa., during the general strike in 1946; trainees and officials at the union-affiliated school in Piney Point, Md., in 1983; and then-SIU President Paul Hall (sitting third from left) with former President Harry Truman (seated closest to camera) in 1960. For a year-by-year summary of the union’s history – along with more photos from different eras – turn to pages 13-16. U.S. Shipping Adds ATB U.S. Shipping Partners in late August announced the completion of its second articulated tug-barge (ATB) unit (shown above) as the barge Petrochem Producer was delivered in Wisconsin. The ATB’s tugboat, the Galveston, was delivered in July following construction in Florida. Collectively known as the Galveston Bay, the ATB entered service in September. Page 3. Ships Mobilize Due To Hurricanes Page 2 SIU Election Info. Pages 6-11 SIU CIVMAR News Pages 4, 17, 20 �50928x:January 08 9/26/2008 10:38 PM Page 2 President’s Repor t Recovering, Rebuilding after Hurricanes There is no shortage of important news this month, but let me begin with the most significant item: the safety of SIU members and their families. I am relieved to report that all indications are no SIU members were among the dozens of reported casualties in the U.S. from Hurricane Ike or Hurricane Gustav. Of course, that doesn’t mean the storms didn’t affect the SIU family. As reported elsewhere on this page, Seafarers answered the call before and during both hurricanes. They crewed up ships and tugboats and performed in the finest traditions of the Brotherhood of the Sea. I applaud every one of you. Unfortunately, some members suffered terrible material losses. I know of at least one Seafarer who went to check on his house in Texas after Ike, and he literally couldn’t find a trace of it. That situation isn’t the only instance of storm-related loss experienced by the membership, and that is why we have restarted the voluntary Seafarers Disaster Relief Fund. The SDRF came into existence after hurricanes Rita and Katrina back in 2005. It’s something we wish we didn’t need, but at times like this one, the SDRF is a helpful, practical way for union members, officials and employees to reach out and assist each other in difficult circumstances. If you are interested in donating to the fund, contact your port agent or call union headquarters at (301) 899-0675. Meanwhile, I again commend those who stepped up during the activations, and I extend my most heartfelt best wishes to our brothers and sisters who are rebuilding after the storms. Setting the Record Straight on EFCA Unless you completely avoid television, newspapers and radio, you know it is the season – the season for political ads, that is. And more ads and more ads, it seems. There is one series of attack ads in particular that has caught my attention lately, and from what you’ve told me, many of you have questioned it as well. It involves deception on the part of those who oppose the Employee Free Choice Act. Maybe you’ve heard their lies about how EFCA supposedly would eliminate the secret ballot from union representation elections. Brothers and sisters, don’t buy into that baloney. The legislation would not – I repeat, would not – eliminate secret-ballot elections. It simply would leave it up to workers to decide whether they wanted to vote by secret ballot or instead use card-check recognition, which is a perfectly legal, straightforward system already in use in some organizing campaigns. Right now, the deck is stacked against workers who want to join a union. Employers can and do get away with breaking the law – firing pro-union employees, bullying them into voting against union representation, and refusing to negotiate a first contract even after a majority of workers votes for the union. These tactics must stop. The Employee Free Choice Act will restore fairness to the process. Don’t let the anti-worker liars con you. The EFCA is a good bill for employees all across our nation. Get Out the Vote Seafarers are turning out in large numbers to support pro-maritime, pro-worker candidates in next month’s elections. Keep it up! This is an especially important election year for the U.S. Merchant Marine. We cannot afford to sit on the sidelines. Our livelihoods depend on electing people who will support our industry. In case you didn’t check out last month’s LOG or you missed the announcement on our web site, the SIU has endorsed Barack Obama for president. Senator Obama has come out very, very strong in support of our industry’s key laws and programs, including the Jones Act, cargo preference and the Maritime Security Program. He’s got my vote. Seafarers Weather Ike, Gustav Union Reactivates Seafarers Disaster Relief Fund SIU members mobilized ships and tugboats as storms battered the Gulf Coast in late August and again in mid-September. Hurricanes Gustav and Ike didn’t cause as much damage as Rita and Katrina three years earlier, but Ike in particular left devastation in its wake. For example, Seafarers-contracted Moran Towing lost its office facilities in Port Arthur, Texas, while Seabulk Towing (also based in Port Arthur) and G&H Towing (Galveston) sustained significant water damage to their respective offices. Individual Seafarers also suffered losses ranging from complete destruction of homes to lesser but still serious damage. With that in mind, the union has reactivated the Seafarers Disaster Relief Fund (SDRF) for members, pensioners, employees and family members of the SIU as well as the affiliated unions the United Industrial Workers (UIW) and the Seafarers Entertainment and Allied Trades Union (SEATU). Donations may be sent to: Seafarers Disaster Relief Fund, c/o Secretary-Treasurer’s Office, SIU, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. Seafarers also may make a one-time donation to the fund from their vacation check, via a special check-off. Vacation applications and check-off forms are available at all SIU halls. Also, cash donations to the fund are being accepted at all SIU halls. Anyone making a cash donation will receive a receipt. Please note that donations are not tax-deductible. For more information about the fund, contact headquarters at (301) 899-0675, extension 4438. Members who have sustained damages to their personal property or are in need of assistance should contact their local officials to make application. The fund will review the needs of applicants and up to the extent of the fund’s resources, make a one-time cash donation to qualified applicants up to $500 to assist in temporary housing and/or repairs. SIU Vice President Gulf Coast Dean Corgey reported that Seafarers employed by G&H Towing went “beyond the call of duty” when Ike struck. Four ships (none of them SIU-contracted) were stuck in port during the storm. One broke loose, but the Seafarers-crewed tugs “got lines up and pushed her up into the mud in extreme conditions. Additionally, there were numerous barges and small vessels that were secured to maintain the safety of the port.” More SIU crew members were dispatched to the Cape Victory, Cape Vincent, Cape Taylor, Cape Trinity and Cape Texas in the Houston area before the hurricane arrived. The SIU-crewed USNS Bellatrix and USNS Altair crewed up in New Orleans before the storm. Also, Maersk Line, Limited praised Seafarers aboard the Maersk Nevada who weathered Ike’s full force while protecting the vessel, cargo and (in the words of the company) “most importantly, the crew.” Ike “was a scary thing,” said SIU Assistant Vice President Jim McGee, whose home sustained major damage. “It sounded like a freight train coming through my house.” The Houston hall closed for a few days afterward but reopened in time for a rescheduled monthly membership meeting Sept. 19. Earlier, Seafarers reported for duty aboard a number of ships activated on Labor Day weekend before Gustav arrived. Members climbed the gangways to the Altair, Bellatrix, Cape Kennedy, Cape Knox, Cape Victory, Cape Vincent, Cape Taylor, Cape Texas and Cape Trinity. They secured the ships during the storm and prevented damage. Seafarers Rally with Obama, Biden SIU members last month turned out for separate events showing support for Senators Barack Obama and Joseph Biden. The event for Senator Biden took place Sept. 19 in Sterling, Va., while the rally for Senator Obama happened Sept. 20 in Jacksonville, Fla. Clockwise from right, Senator Barack Obama addresses the crowd in Jacksonville, while Senator Joseph Biden (left) is greeted by Seafarer Daniel Duncan, who serves as president of the Northern Virginia Area Labor Federation. SIU members participating in the Jacksonville rally included (kneeling, from left) Lamont Robinson, Juan Colon, Jose Garcia, Anthony Thomas, Kenneth Benton, Dannal Williams, (standing) Karen Pride, Emil Norales, Danyelle Boman, Brian Jackson, Mary Young, John Bimpong, Breon Lucas and Charles Ferguson. Seafarers and others listen to the message in Jacksonville’s Metropolitan Park. The SIU Turns 70 Lastly, I encourage all Seafarers to take a look at the SIU timeline contained in this edition as our union reaches its 70th anniversary. This is a great milestone, and I salute the leadership of our past presidents – Harry Lundeberg, Paul Hall and Frank Drozak – along with the steady professionalism of our rank-and-file membership for helping the SIU not just survive but prosper in an often turbulent industry. Looking back on our history, we have a lot to be proud of. Looking ahead, we have a bright future – as long as we remain willing to work for it. That has never been a problem in the SIU and I know it never will be. Volume 70, Number 10 October 2008 The SIU on line: www.seafarers.org The Seafarers LOG (ISSN 1086-4636) is published monthly by the Seafarers International Union; Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District/NMU, AFL-CIO; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, MD 20746. Telephone (301) 899-0675. Periodicals postage paid at Southern Maryland 207909998. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the Seafarers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. Communications Director, Jordan Biscardo; Managing Editor/Production, Jim Guthrie; Associate Editor, Mark Bowman; Photographer, Mike Hickey; Art, Bill Brower; Administrative Support, Misty Dobry. Copyright © 2008 Seafarers International Union, AGLIWD All Rights Reserved. 2 Seafarers LOG October 2008 �50928x:January 08 9/26/2008 10:39 PM Page 3 Ocean Ships Inc. Wins LMSR Contract SIU Jobs Expected to Increase as Some Vessels Bump Up to FOS The Defense Department in mid-September announced that SIU-contracted Ocean Ships, Inc. (OSI) has been awarded a contract to operate the eight Watsonclass LMSRs. Altogether, the agreement spans five years, including a series of one-year options. The award is major news for the SIU in more ways than one. First, Seafarers retain their jobs aboard all of the vessels – the USNS Watson, USNS Watkins, USNS Red Cloud, USNS Sisler, USNS Soderman, USNS Charlton, USNS Dahl and USNS Pomeroy. Additionally, over the life of the operating contract, each of the vessels will transition to full operating status (FOS). Currently, two of the ships are in FOS, while the others are in reduced operating status (ROS) carrying smaller crews. “More than 80 companies were solicited for this bid and 10 proposals were received, according to the government,” noted SIU Vice President Contracts George Tricker. “There certainly was no guarantee that the award would go to an SIU-contracted company, so this is excellent news for Seafarers. The jump to FOS is a very big part of the story, too. Not only are we keeping the unlicensed jobs, we’ll actually be gaining.” OSI President and COO James P. McGregor said the turnover was slated to start in early October, probably with the USNS Sisler. “We’re hitting the ground running and we’re delighted the Navy and TRANSCOM (the U.S. Transportation Command) have the level of confidence in our company to award this contract,” McGregor said. “I’m personally encouraged that the Navy, TRANSCOM and the Marine Corps are working together to get these ships back to FOS and back into prepositioning.” He added that the award reflects well on the SIU and AMO mariners already serving in the company’s fleet (aboard vessels including the Lawrence Gianella, Richard Matthiesen, Paul Buck, Samuel Cobb, Cape May and Cape Mohican). “I firmly believe we don’t go it alone when we bid these contracts,” McGregor stated. “The capabilities of the unlicensed Seafarers and licensed officers from AMO, and our ability as a team to go forward and provide service the customers demand are vital.” According to the Defense Department announcement, when in ROS, the ships will be stationed on the U.S. East Coast. When in FOS, they will operate “in the Diego Garcia and Guam/Saipan areas in support of Army and Marine Corps prepositioning missions.” LMSR stands for large, medium-speed, roll-on/roll-off vessel. The ships covered under this contract were built at NASSCO in San Diego from 1998 to 2002. Each of the vessels is 950 feet long, with a beam of 105 feet. Each is equipped with two 110-ton single pedestal twin cranes, making it possible to load and unload cargo where shoreside infrastructure is limited or nonexistent. Additionally, each ship is equipped with six decks and a cargo-carrying capacity of about 393,000 square feet. The Military Sealift Command pointed out that each vessel can carry an entire U.S. Army Armor Task Force including 58 tanks and 48 other tracked vehicles, plus more than 900 trucks and other wheeled vehicles. Seafarers will remain aboard the USNS Charlton and the other Watson-class LMSRs. The USNS Soderman’s discharge ramp is used to load equipment onto a Navy lighterage system during an exercise in Guatemala last year. An amphibious assault vehicle is lifted by crane into a cargo bay aboard the USNS Charlton while the vessel is docked in Kuwait for Operation Iraqi Freedom. U.S. Shipping Partners Adds ATB Galveston Bay Seafarers-contracted U.S. Shipping Partners in late August announced the completion of its second articulated tug-barge (ATB) unit as the barge Petrochem Producer was delivered by Bay Shipbuilding at Sturgeon Bay, Wis. The ATB’s tugboat, the Galveston, was delivered in July following construction at Eastern Shipbuilding of Panama City, Fla. The ATB – collectively known as the Galveston Bay – entered service last month. A third ATB is scheduled for delivery to U.S. Shipping in November while a fourth ATB is slated for November 2009. The company’s Seafarers-contracted fleet also includes the ITBs Groton, New York, Baltimore, Philadelphia, Mobile and Jacksonville, the Houston, Sea Venture, Chemical Pioneer, Charleston and ATB Freeport. In addition to the new ATBs, U.S. Shipping expects the first in a series of tankers being constructed at the NASSCO shipyard in San Diego to be delivered in January 2009. NASSCO also built the Alaska-class tankers operated by SIU-contracted Alaska Tanker Co. and currently is constructing the T-AKE vessels that are crewed by members of the SIU Government Services Division. The new ATB consists of the tug Galveston and the barge Petrochem Producer. Pictured near the new vessel are (from left) Capt. Chris Mercier, ABs Edilberto Guerrero, Romeo Codillero and Robert Taylor, 3rd Asst. Engineer Paul Braemer, 1st Asst. Engineer David Marshall, Chief Engineer John Francis, Chief Mate Robert Corbett and U.S. Shipping VP Jan Ziobro. NY Waterway Crews Handle Two Rescues Seafarers employed by NY Waterway recently performed two rescues in the Hudson River. The first incident occurred Aug. 13 as the ferry Frank Lautenberg pulled into a pier at Jersey City. Deckhands Nestor Martinez and Cruz Marcano descended the ship’s ladder and rescued a man who was struggling in the water, while Captain Thomas Colomara contacted local authorities. According to news reports, the man had intentionally jumped from the ferry and wasn’t initially cooperative in the rescue. No such resistance took place on Aug. 22, when a local October 2008 man was rescued from the river as his motorboat took on water. Captain Vincent Lombardi and Deckhand Thomas Lennane (aboard the Admiral Richard Bennis) were sailing between the New York locations of Haverstraw and Ossining when they received a distress call from the smaller boat via a Coast Guard frequency. Lombardi answered the call, and the agency – upon learning that the SIU-crewed vessel was close to the distressed 26-foot boat – directed the ferry to its location. Moments after the Seafarers assisted the boat owner in climbing aboard, a private towboat arrived to pump and tow the foundering vessel. Seafarers sailing onboard NY Waterway passenger ferries recently rescued two people. Seafarers LOG 3 �50928x:January 08 9/26/2008 10:39 PM Page 4 Union Testifies on Inland Waterway Safety SIU Executive Vice President Augie Tellez testified Sept. 16 at a hearing conducted by a U.S. House of Representatives subcommittee that focused on inland waterway safety in general and a July 23 accident and oil spill in New Orleans in particular. Tellez’s panel also included representatives from the National Mariners Association (formerly Gulf Coast Mariners Association), American Commercial Lines, Northeast Maritime Institute and American Waterways Operators. The other panel consisted of Rear Adm. James Watson of the U.S. Coast Guard and David Westerholm of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. The hearing was conducted in Washington, D.C., by the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation, which is part of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. Much of the testimony focused on details of the oil spill – a widely publicized disaster involving a nonunion tugboat which pushed a barge into the path of a Liberian-flag tanker. The tugboat Mel Oliver didn’t have a captain aboard when the incident occurred; it was illegal for the steersman apprentice at the helm to operate the boat without the captain’s presence in the wheelhouse. The spill that resulted from the barge splitting in half dumped more than 282,000 gallons of oil into the Mississippi River near New Orleans. Tellez urged the subcommittee to push for inland documentation for all crew members (a position the union has advocated for many years). He also said it is past time to sensibly regulate the entire inland industry, rather than just segments of it. “In a perfect world, the self-policing culture prevalent in the tug and barge industry on the inland waterways may have some value,” Tellez said. “Unfortunately, in the real and imperfect world, there are companies that will choose short-term commercial expedience and financial gain above marine safety and protection of the environment, to the detriment of responsible carriers who make the effort to provide safe marine transportation on the rivers of the United States. “While the investigation into the Mel Oliver incident is ongoing and not all penalties have been assessed, what are the immediate consequences to the company stemming from the self-policing culture of the towing industry? The company’s membership in a private asso- U.S. Rep. Elijah Cummings begins the hearing. ciation which acts as the de facto regulator of the towing industry has been revoked because of its failure to pass a third-party safety audit and failure to submit a letter agreeing to mandatory annual audits. However, despite this action, the company can still operate in the inland marine environment along with hundreds of other operators that do not participate in the program.” The SIU official pointed out that while the Coast Guard is responsible for promoting marine safety and protecting the environment on the inland waterways, the agency “has been unable to adequately regulate the towing industry, due to lack of sufficient resources.” He said that manpower shortages in the inland sector have led some companies to skirt the rules (such as in the case of the Mel Oliver) and cut back on training. “The result can be seen in an inexperienced steersman operating a vessel that runs right down the Mississippi River through New Orleans and causes a catastrophe.” In an aside, he mentioned that the SIU-affiliated Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education offers comprehensive training for inland boatmen. Tellez also credited SIU-contracted inland companies for consistently promoting high levels of personal shipboard safety and environmental standards. Finally, he pointed out that the Coast Guard’s own five-year “Marine Safety Performance Plan” categorizes the towing industry under the heading “Significant Residual Risks.” He said the designation “makes it abundantly clear that the U.S. Coast Guard must regulate all aspects of the tug and barge industry. Their marine safety program for towing vessels must include on-site towing vessel inspections, documentation for all crew members, setting of manning levels, establishing training requirements and standards, etc. The Coast Guard should work with the tug and barge industry in a mutual cooperative effort to enhance safety on the inland waterways. But under no circumstances should the towing and barge industry be permitted to practice self-policing in crucial areas.” Subcommittee Chairman U.S. Rep. Elijah Cummings (D-Md.) in his opening statement noted that DRD Towing, the Mel Oliver’s operator, “has a history of operating vessels without properly licensed personnel. Less than two weeks before the accident involving the Mel Oliver, DRD was apparently illegally operating the towing vessel Ruby E with a person holding only the apprentice mate’s license when the vessel sank. DRD Towing has also been cited by the Coast Guard for operating towing vessels without properly licensed personnel on several previous occasions.” The company also failed its American Waterways Operators safety audit in May, he added. He further charged that American Commercial Lines, the tugboat’s owner, chartered the vessel to DRD not to generate revenues but instead to apparently allow “ACL to operate its vessel at the cheapest possible costs, by shifting maintenance responsibilities and, more importantly, the hiring of crew members onto DRD, a firm that was obviously ill-prepared to meet these responsibilities but with which ACL had nonetheless done business for a decade.” U.S. Rep. James Oberstar (D-Minn.), who chairs the full committee, said, “The Coast Guard has 100 Notices of Proposed Rulemakings that are backlogged, and the rulemaking that will create an inspection process for towing vessels is amongst those that have been overdue for over four years…. When laws are not created based on lessons learned from the past, it allows accidents like these to continue to happen where they may have been prevented if the law was in place.” CIVMAR-Crewed Lewis and Clark Wins Navy Safety Excellence Award The U.S. Military Sealift Command dry cargo/ammunition ship USNS Lewis and Clark, which carries an unlicensed crew of SIU Government Services Division members, won the 2008 Department of the Navy safety excellence award in the MSC category, Secretary of the Navy Donald C. Winter announced on Aug. 20. The 689-foot ship is currently operating out of Norfolk, Va., and is crewed by 124 civil service mariners and a military detachment of 11 active-duty Navy sailors. In announcing the award, MSC said the Lewis and Clark’s crew “was recognized for developing new operational procedures upon delivery of the new class of ship that set the standard for on-board, high-risk operations across the entire class of T-AKE ships and have became a prototype model for the maritime industry. MSC’s engineering directorate lauded the crew for stepping up to the task of identifying, assessing and addressing safety issues during the ship’s break-in period.” “This award reflects a collaborative effort from the crew, who made sure to implement realistic safety standards as a social norm,” said Capt. Randall H. Rockwood, the Lewis and Clark’s civil service master from October 2007 to August 2008. “My goal was to set up a positive environment for my crew to develop safe operational procedures and in it, we made sure that each crew member understood the inherent dangers on board the ship.” The Department of the Navy safety excellence award program recognizes Navy and Marine Corps teams, ships and installations for exceptional commitment to safety and operational risk management, according to MSC. Winter’s message to the crew said in part, “Your integration of mission first, safety always into your command culture was superlative and your commitment to the safety of one another has no doubt prevented the loss of life and precluded numerous injuries and damage to our material assets.” Delivered in 2006, the Lewis and Clark is the first of a new class of 14 ships dedicated to MSC’s Naval Fleet The USNS Lewis and Clark, built at NASSCO, was delivered in 2006. Auxiliary Force. These ships are designed to operate for extended periods at sea and to deliver ammunition, provisions, stores, spare parts, potable water and petroleum products to the Navy’s carrier strike groups and other naval forces worldwide. CIVMARS Provide Humanitarian Relief to Georgian Hotspot Carrying on the U.S. tradition of helping those in need around the world, SIU Government Services Division CIVMARS aboard the USS Mount Whitney, along with members of the MEBA and MM&P, respectively, delivered humanitarian relief supplies to the people of Poti, Georgia, Sept. 5, 2008 in support of “Operation Assured Delivery.” The delivery is part of the larger U.S. response to the Georgian government’s request for humanitarian assistance after the conflict with Russian forces. Overall, the Mount Whitney was expected to deliver more than 17 tons of aid, including 4,000 blankets donated by the U.S. Agency for International Development. Other cargo included juice, powdered milk and hygiene products. According to news accounts, Russian troops kept a close watch on the delivery. The Associated Press report- 4 Seafarers LOG ed that a Russian warship trailed the Mount Whitney across the Black Sea, and Russian military personnel on shore (approximately three miles from where the vessel docked) observed the cargo operations. From late August to early September, the USS McFaul and U.S. Coast Guard cutter Dallas carried more than 115 tons of humanitarian supplies to the port in Batumi, Georgia, while U.S. Navy C-9, C-40 and C-130 aircraft flew 20 continuous missions airlifting 325 tons of humanitarian aid into the Georgian capital of Tbilisi. The USS Mount Whitney carries a hybrid crew of U.S. Navy sailors and civilian mariners, and is home-ported in Gaeta, Italy. The ship is 636 feet long, with a beam of 108 feet. It can travel at up to 23 knots. CIVMARS aboard the USS Mount Whitney assisted in delivering aid to the people of Georgia after a Russian invasion. October 2008 �50928x:January 08 9/26/2008 10:39 PM Page 5 Ads Explain Why Nation Needs Free Choice Act Big Business Tries to Hoodwink Public with ‘Secret Ballot’ Claims On Labor Day, a leading worker advocacy group found that 68 percent of middle class Americans wish their launched a national television advertising campaign to member of Congress had voted in favor of the bill. “Despite the millions of dollars already spent to deceive educate the public on critical issues facing America’s voters on the Employee Free Choice Act, the American middle class. The ads, which begin airing on Sept. 1, are designed public isn’t buying it.” says Maxwell. “The reality is a to build on the broad public support for the Employee majority of Americans want policies like the Employee Free Choice Act (EFCA), a bipartisan bill in Congress Free Choice Act that will help restore the middle class. that will help workers achieve the American dream by These ads will show viewers the truth.” Publicly, the most common tactic of EFCA opponents giving them the freedom to choose a union. In announcing the campaign, American Rights at has been to suggest that the legislation somehow would Work noted it is releasing these ads “in celebration of deprive workers of the right to vote by secret ballot in Labor Day as part of a huge, new coordinated effort union elections. In reality, the bill would require employers among workers’ rights advocates, progressives, and to honor an already legal system called majority sign-up or labor unions to champion this legislation, which passed card-check recognition. Under that process, when more the House last year and garnered majority support in than 50 percent of workers sign cards indicating they want the Senate. The effort includes paid advertising through to join a union, the employer may honor their wishes withnational cable outlets and states throughout the coun- out the additional steps involved in an election. But, worktry…. As workers’ paychecks shrink and health care ers may still opt for an election. Pro-labor groups point out that since 2003, more than costs skyrocket out of control, CEOs average $6,153 an hour and their overall salaries have soared to 180 times half a million Americans formed unions through majority that of an average worker. The Employee Free Choice sign-up. Although commonly misrepresented by the bill’s Act will help level the playing field for America’s workers by giving them a fair and direct path to form unions. It will also help employees secure a contract in a reasonable period of time and toughen penalties against employers who violate the law.” According to Mary Beth Maxwell, executive director of American Rights at Work, “When workers are free to choose to join a union, our economy can work for everyone again.” The national ad campaign also comes out to set the record straight in response to antiunion, corporate-funded front groups stopping at nothing to mislead the American public about the EFCA. The corporate special interests that are against improving workers’ standard of living do not represent a majority of the public. A poll released in late August Aboard the Pride of America, AB Gary Hunt (left) and Asst. Refrigeration by the nonpartisan Drum Major Institute Michael Jones sign postcards supporting the Employee Free Choice Act. opposition as a radical proposal, these findings show that majority sign-up is a widely used and proven means of organizing, giving hundreds of thousands of workers free choice and a fair chance to form a union. Further, the EFCA does not eliminate the option of a secret-ballot election. As noted by a spokeswoman for American Rights at Work, “While anti-union interests claim the National Labor Relations Board election system protects the right to vote, the grim reality remains that our broken system denies an overwhelming number of employees the opportunity to ever have a choice. According to [recent] research, employers engage in such rampant violations of the law to fight the union that in four out of 10 cases, workers never even get a chance to vote for a union. It’s not that 40 percent of the time, unions lose. It’s that our labor laws are so broken that 40 percent of the time after saying they want a union, workers never get a chance to even have a vote.” Additionally, in 46 percent of elections, workers report that employers interfere with the NLRB-supervised election process by firing pro-union employees, cutting back on workers’ hours, making groundless demotions, and using other intimidating tactics. The EFCA fixes these problems by guaranteeing recognition of a union if a majority of workers want one; establishing stronger penalties for employers who break the law; and cutting out employers’ delay tactics so that workers can have a straightforward path to securing a contract once they form a union. As previously reported, many SIU members have stepped up in support of the AFLCIO sponsored Million-Member Mobilization, a grassroots campaign to get at least 1 million signatures in support of the EFCA. As part of that project, postcards were sent to union halls around the country Engineer and overseas providing Seafarers the opportunity to offer their signatures. MarAd Reports Examine State of Industry Agency: Maritime Laws Help Generate Hundreds of Thousands of Jobs, Billions in Revenue According to the U.S. Maritime Administration (MarAd), the future looks bright for seafarers and the maritime industry – but the industry also must take the lead in developing and protecting the nation’s shipping and waterways. The agency recently issued two new reports – one an annual submission, the other titled “Strategic Plan for 2008-2013.” In the latter document, MarAd explains, “The industry is in a period of renewal and expansion, with a 24-percent increase in industry fixed assets and more than 10,000 jobs added in the past five years.” Since 2000, says that report, the total value of international trade has risen by over 40 percent, and it is becoming a larger part of the national economy. The combined value of foreign trade (imports and exports) represented 13 percent of U.S. Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in 1990, rising to nearly 22 percent in 2006. According to MarAd, if this trend continues, it is projected that the value of U.S. foreign trade will be equivalent to 35 percent of the nation’s GDP in 2020, and 60 percent in 2030. What this means to the maritime industry is that marine transportation will become even more important to the nation’s economy, since 95 percent of America’s foreign trade is moved by ship. America’s network of waterways moves more than 2.3 billion tons of domestic and foreign cargo each year. The top 50 ports in the U.S. handle about 84 percent of all waterborne domestic and international cargo tonnage (more than 1.9 billion tons annually). In the coming years, demand at almost all U.S. ports will at least double, according to the agency. The domestic Jones Act component, a fleet of more than 38,000 vessels, is “Made in America” and represents an aggregate $48 billion investment, states the report. Building and maintaining the Jones Act fleet sustains roughly 150,000 jobs throughout the U.S. economy, MarAd observes. This fleet is being continuously upgraded and renewed, with domestic maritime carriers moving almost one billion tons of cargo annually along U.S. coasts, rivers and lakes, on the Great Lakes, and both to and from Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico and Guam. October 2008 In addition to commercial functions, says MarAd, U.S.-flag ships and the connecting intermodal systems play an integral but often unheralded role in bringing critical supplies to military missions across the globe. The nation’s sealift assets, strategic ports and supporting infrastructure are key links in the defense-logistics chain and the projection of American power. The U.S.-flag industry also brings life-saving food to the world’s most impoverished people, the agency points out. U.S. ships furnish support during times of need, such as using vessels in the aftermath of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita to support first responders and those involved in the rebuilding efforts. In the strategic report, MarAd says it is developing a framework to help guide involvement and investment in the overall marine transportation system. One of the items of importance the agency points out is that there is too much congestion in U.S. ports and the gateways. MarAd states that more private and public funds are required for port development improvements such as dredging. Repeating its previous calls, MarAd says there is a need for targeted, regional, major freight corridor cooperation involving water and ground transportation. The agency also calls for development and improvement of the nation’s intermodal waterways – what it describes as “marine highways.” MarAd also encourages global connectivity along with an increase of global trade to sustain American growth and the American shipping industry. “It is critically important to encourage and sustain American involvement and investment in it. This is important for the economy during times of peace and a matter of survival during times of war or national emergency,” the agency notes. “The maritime industry is also an important source of jobs and positive revenue for America’s balance of payments,” it continues. “The Maritime Administration must preserve and expand the U.S. maritime industry and increase investment in U.S. marine transportation infrastructure, including domestic shipping, shipyards and maritime personnel.” Concerning the Maritime Security Program, cargo preference, shipbuilding loan guarantees, tax-deferred funds, training of entry–level licensed mariners, and enforcement of U.S. cabotage laws, MarAd says these programs are intended to foster a strong merchant marine and protect American jobs and investment. Cargo preference is a good example of how these programs can succeed. For example, says the agency, in 2007, 118 U.S.-flag vessels carried preference cargoes. That figure translated to more than 5,500 shipboard jobs and a larger number of shore-side maritime and transportation-related jobs. The cargo preference programs generated more than 10 million tons of cargo and $1.4 billion of ocean freight revenue, according to U.S. government figures. These cargoes represent from seven percent to more than 50 percent of some U.S. carriers’ annual revenues and are vital to retaining vessels under the U.S. flag. The U.S.-flag domestic fleet of more than 38,000 vessels transports about a billion metric tons of cargo between U.S. ports on the oceans and along the coasts, inland waterways and the Great Lakes. The business opportunities provided by U.S. cabotage laws including the Jones Act have encouraged large investments in vessels, shipyard modernization and other marine transportation assets, says MarAd. The agency in its strategic plan says the U.S. marine transportation system must meet the some of the following critical needs now and in the future: ♦ It must move a larger volume of goods and people with high levels of reliability and efficiency ♦ It must be safe, flexible, resilient, cost-effective and environmentally friendly ♦ It must encourage the constant renewal of a highly qualified workforce that fully meets systemic needs for skilled labor ♦ It must promote innovative financing mechanisms and investment in partnership with the private sector to improve and expand U.S. maritime infrastructure ♦ It must ensure a stable shipyard industrial base to effectively build and repair the ships, vessels and barges that serve the marine transportation system ♦ It must be available to serve American interests in time of national or international emergency ♦ It must preserve and promote American economic interests and encourage American content and participation. To read the report and plan, go to MarAd’s web site: www.marad.dot.gov Seafarers LOG 5 �50928x1:January 08 9/29/2008 12:57 PM Page 6 Information for the 2008 Election of Officers SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes & Inland Waters District/NMU Balloting Begins Nov. 1 for Union Officers Voting starts Nov. 1 for the election of officers for the Seafarers International Union Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District/NMU. SIU members will be able to cast secret ballots at union halls or by mail through Dec. 31, 2008. Seafarers eligible to vote in this election to determine union officials for the 2009-2012 term are full-book members in good standing. This eligibility criteria is spelled out in the union’s governing document, the constitution. The ballot will list the names of all qualified candidates as determined by the credentials committee, a group made up of six rank-and-file Seafarers who reviewed the nominating petitions of all SIU members seeking office in this district-wide election. A sample of this ballot appears on pages 7 and 8. The credentials committee report, which was prepared Aug. 16, and submitted to the membership at the September monthly meetings, indicated 29 candidates had qualified to run for 25 positions. (The committee’s report was published in the September 2008 Seafarers LOG.) The 25 posts for which Seafarers will cast their ballots are president, executive vice president, secretary-treasurer, six vice presidents, six assistant vice presidents and 10 port agents. 21 Polling Places The election will be conducted by mail ballot as provided by the union’s constitution. Secret ballots, accompanied by envelopes marked “Ballot” and postage-paid envelopes printed with the address of the bank depository where the ballots are kept until submitted to the tallying committee, will be available to fullbook members in good standing at 21 union halls around the country. (See list of voting locations on this page.) Eligible Seafarers may pick up their ballots and envelopes marked “Ballot” and mailing envelopes at these halls between 9:00 a.m. until 12:00 noon, Monday through Saturday, except legal holidays, from Nov. 1 to Dec. 31. Each member must present his or her book to the port agent or the agent’s designated representative when receiving the ballot, the envelope marked “Ballot” and the mailing envelope. When the Seafarer receives the ballot and envelopes, his or her book will be marked with the word “Voted” and the date. If a member does not present his or her book, or if there is a question in regard to his or her eligibility to vote, the Seafarer will receive a mailing envelope of a different color marked with the word “Challenged.” His or her book will be stamped with the words “Voted Challenge” and the date. For members who believe they will be at sea during this time, the SIU constitution provides for absentee voting procedures. Full-book members in good standing who need to vote by absentee ballot should direct a request for the ballot to the union’s secretary-treasurer at SIU headquarters 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. VOTING LOCATIONS ALGONAC 520 St. Clair River Dr., Algonac, MI 48001 ANCHORAGE 721 Sesame Street, Suite 1C, Anchorage, AK 99503 BALTIMORE 2315 Essex St., Baltimore, MD 21224 BOSTON 5 Drydock Ave., Boston, MA 02210 FT. LAUDERDALE 1221 South Andrews Ave., Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33316 HONOLULU 606 Kalihi St., Honolulu, HI 96819 HOUSTON 1221 Pierce St., Houston, TX 77002 JACKSONVILLE 3315 Liberty St., Jacksonville, FL 32206 Secret Ballots JOLIET 10 East Clinton, Joliet, IL 60432 Once the Seafarer has received his or her ballot and envelopes. he or she marks the ballot for the candidates of his or her choice and puts it in the envelope marked “Ballot.” This envelope is sealed by the member and then dispatched in the mail. These steps ensure the integrity of the secret ballot process. The union’s constitution, in Article XIII, details the procedures for voting in union elections. All ballots will be counted by the rankand-file committee consisting of two members elected from each of the union’s constitutional ports. These committee members will be elected in December. They will convene in early Jan. 2009. MOBILE 1640 Dauphin Island Pkwy., Mobile, AL 36605 NEW ORLEANS 3911 Lapalco Blvd., Harvey, LA 70058 NEW YORK 635 Fourth Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11232 NORFOLK 115 Third St., Norfolk, VA 23510 OAKLAND 1121 7th St., Oakland, CA 94607 PHILADELPHIA 2604 South Fourth St., Philadelphia, PA 19148 PINEY POINT Seafarers Harry Lindeberg School of Seamanship, Piney Point, MD 20674 PUERTO RICO 1057 Fernandez Juncos Ave., Santurce, PR 00907 ST. LOUIS 4581 Gravois Ave., St. Louis, MO 63116 TACOMA 3411 South Union St., Tacoma, WA 98409 WILMINGTON 510 North Broad Ave., Wilmington, CA 90744 Procedures for Voting Seafarers LOG Elections will be conducted by secret mail ballot. Ballots may be obtained at the following locations from 9:00 a.m. to 12 noon (local time), Mondays through Saturdays, excluding holidays, during the voting period. The voting period shall commence Nov. 1, 2008 and shall continue through Dec. 31, 2008. Cliffline Office Ctr., Suite 103B, 422 West O’Brien Dr., Hagatna, Guam 96910 One part of the article of the SIU constitution covering rules for elections concerns the election of candidates who are unopposed for the office in question. The section states that those candidates who are unopposed for any office or job shall be considered elected to that office or job and that the tallying committee shall not have to count the votes for any such candidate. The entire section, contained in Article XIII, Section 5 of the SIU constitution reads as follows: “A candidate unopposed for any office or job shall be deemed elected to such office or job notwithstanding that his name may appear on the ballot. The Union Tallying Committee shall not be required to tally completely the results of the voting for such unopposed candidate but shall certify in their report that such unopposed candidate has been elected to such office or job. The Election Report Meeting shall accept the above certification of the Union Tallying Committee.” 6 SEAFARERS INTERNATIONAL UNION OF NORTH AMERICA Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes & Inland Waters District/NMU GUAM Notice on Unopposed Candidates All Seafarers eligible to vote in the union’s 2008 election of officers and job holders for the term 2009-2012 may vote by secret ballot from Nov. 1 through Dec. 31, 2008. Secret ballots, together with self-addressed, stamped envelopes for mailing, will be available at union halls to all eligible voters. Seafarers are eligible to vote in the union’s election if they are full-book members in good standing. Details of the election procedure are spelled out in Article XIII of the SIU constitution, which is printed verbatim on pages 9 and 10 of this issue of Seafarers LOG. In summary, here is the procedure for voting: ■ Eligible Seafarers may pick up ballot and mailing envelopes from 9:00 a.m. to 12 noon (local time), Monday through Saturday, excluding legal holidays, from Nov. 1 through Dec. 31, 2008 at designated union halls (see list on this page). ■ When a full-book member arrives to vote, he or she should present his or her book to the port agent of his duly designated representative. ■ The member will be asked to sign a roster NOTICE OF 2008 ELECTION FOR ELECTION OF 2009-2012 OFFICERS sheet indicating the date, the number of the ballot given the member and his or her book number. ■ The member will have his book stamped with the word “Voted” and the date. ■ At the same time, the member will receive a ballot, together with an envelope marked “Ballot” and a mailing envelope. The mailing envelope has the address of the depository printed on it, making it selfaddressed. It also has the postage pre-paid. ■ The top part of the ballot above the perforated line will be retained by the port agent or his duly designated representative. ■ In case where a member does not produce his or her book, or if there is a question about the member’s good standing or other eligibility matters, the member will receive a mailing envelope of a different color marked with the word “Challenge.” His or her book will also be stamped “Voted Challenge” and the date. ■ After a member has voted, he or she puts the ballot in the mailing envelope which is addressed to the bank depository and stamped. The mailing envelope should then be put in the mail. Procedure For SIU Absentee Ballots In the case of members eligible to vote who believe they will be at sea during the Nov. 1 through Dec. 31, 2008 voting period, absentee ballots will be available. The SIU constitution ensures that members who are eligible to vote and who find themselves in this situation may vote absentee. Procedures are established in the SIU constitution to safeguard the secret ballot election, including the absentee ballot process. Here is the procedure to follow when requesting an absentee ballot: 1. Make the request in writing to the SIU office of the secretary-treasurer, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. 2. Include in the request the correct address where the absentee ballot should be mailed. 3. Send the request for an absentee ballot by registered or certified mail or the equivalent mailing service. 4. The registered or certified mail envelope must be postmarked no later than midnight, Nov. 15, 2008 and must be received at 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746 no later than Nov. 25, 2008. 5. The secretary-treasurer, after confirming eligibility, will send by registered mail, return receipt requested, to the address designated in the request, a ballot, together with an envelope marked “Ballot” and a mailing envelope no later than Nov. 30, 2008. 6. Upon receiving the ballot and envelopes, vote by marking the ballot. After voting the ballot, place the ballot in the envelope marked “Ballot.” Do not write on the “Ballot” envelope. 7. Place the envelope marked “Ballot” in the mailing envelope which is imprinted with the mailing address of the bank depository where all ballots are sent. 8. Sign the mailing envelope on the first line of the upper left-hand corner. Print name and book number on the second line. The mailing envelope is self-addressed and stamped. 9. The mailing envelope must be postmarked no later than midnight, Dec. 31, 2008 and received by the bank depository no later than Jan. 5, 2009. October 2008 �50928x:January 08 9/26/2008 10:39 PM Page 7 ELECTION NOTICE OF 2008 ELECTION Section 401 (e) of the Labor-Management Reporting and Disclosure Act of 1959 (Landrum-Griffin Act) requires the mailing of an election notice to each member entitled to vote at his last known address. This notice is being sent to you in compliance therewith and, in addition, contains information of interest to all candidates and members. SEE REVERSE SIDE FOR VOTING LOCATIONS AND PROPOSED CONSTITUTIONAL REVISIONS No. 00000 08 20 st, 1 3 SEAFARERS INTERNATIONAL UNION OF NORTH AMERICAAtlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District/NMU S RS BER ICE EM F EC OF 12 GH D 0 2 9– OU 00 HR 2 T OF 008 N IO st, 2 T EC ER 1 EL R EMB O F OV N D O RI E P OFFICIAL BALLOT For Election of 2009–2012 Officers and Constitutional Amendments MARK YOUR BALLOT WITH INK OR INDELIBLE PENCIL A PRESIDENT Vote for One 1 Charles Burdette Collins, C-1652 2 Michael J. Sacco, S-1288 3 Augustin Tellez, T-764 SECRETARY-TREASURER (Vote for One) 4 David W. Heindel, H-1443 Vote for One Archie Ware Jr., W-1169 Vote for One P Bryan D. Powell, P-1987 17 BALTIMORE PORT AGENT (Vote for One) 23 Chester Wheeler, W-25058 MOBILE PORT AGENT (Vote for One) 24 25 26 27 NEW ORLEANS PORT AGENT (Vote for One) Chris Westbrook, W-5787 HOUSTON PORT AGENT (Vote for One) Kenneth Moore, M-6084 Tracey Mayhew, M-3487 ST. LOUIS PORT AGENT (Vote for One) 28 Rebecca J. Sleeper, S-2497 DETROIT-ALGONAC PORT AGENT (Vote for One) Thomas Orzechowski, Jr., O-601 NOTE: Because of the appeals deadline, the final version of the ballot may be different than this sample ballot. If so, the updated ballot will be printed in the November 2008 issue of the Seafarers LOG. OFFICIAL BALLOT 2009 - 2012 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2009 - 2012 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2009 - 2012 See Reverse Side for Voting Locations and Proposed Constitutional Revisions Todd R. Brdak, B-2684 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2009 - 2012 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2009 - 2012 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2009 - 2012 Thornton H. Elliott Jr., E-15001 OAKLAND PORT AGENT (Vote for One) 29 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2009 - 2012 October 2008 Georg Kenny, K-1041 E VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF THE SOUTHERN REGION, GREAT LAKES AND INLAND WATERS (Vote for One) Edward J. O’Connor, O-599 James P. McGee, M-5945 ASSISTANT VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF GOVERNMENT SERVICES AND FISHING INDUSTRIES (Vote for One) Nicholas J. Marrone, M-2308 22 L 16 VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF THE WEST COAST (Vote for One) Joseph T. Baselice, B-2795 Ambrose L. Cucinotta, C-1795 ASSISTANT VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF THE SOUTHERN REGION, GREAT LAKES AND INLAND WATERS (Vote for One) Dean E. Corgey, C-5727 21 Nicholas A. Celona, C-1578 ASSISTANT VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF THE WEST COAST (Vote for One) 15 Robert Selzer, S-1258 PHILADELPHIA PORT AGENT ASSISTANT VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF THE ATLANTIC COAST (Vote for One) 13 NEW YORK PORT AGENT (Vote for One) 20 Vote for One 12 14 VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF THE GULF COAST (Vote for One) 9 Patrick Vandegrift, V-488 Joseph Mieluchowski, M-2933 Joseph T. Soresi, S-2658 8 19 ASSISTANT VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF THE GULF COAST (Vote for One) VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF THE ATLANTIC COAST (Vote for One) 7 Kermett T. Mangram, M-2394 11 George Tricker, T-919 6 Michael D. Murphy, M-2483 PINEY POINT PORT AGENT ASSISTANT VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF CONTRACTS AND CONTRACT ENFORCEMENT VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF CONTRACTS AND CONTRACT ENFORCEMENT (Vote for One) 5 18 M EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT (Vote for One) 10 VICE-PRESIDENT IN CHARGE OF GOVERNMENT SERVICES AND FISHING INDUSTRIES (Vote for One) OFFICIAL BALLOT 2009 - 2012 G TIN VO VOTING PERIOD NOVEMBER 1st, 2008 THROUGH DECEMBER 31st, 2008 INSTRUCTIONS TO VOTERS—In order to vote for a candidate, mark a cross (X) in voting square to the left of name. If you vote for more candidates for office than specified herein, your vote for such office will be invalid. Seafarers LOG 7 �50928x2:January 08 9/29/2008 7:00 PM Page 8 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2009 - 2012 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2009 - 2012 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2009 - 2012 ELECTION NOTICE OF 2008 ELECTION FOR ELECTION OF 2009-2012 OFFICERS AND CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENTS Election will be conducted by secret mail ballot. OFFICIAL BALLOT 2009 - 2012 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2009 - 2012 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2009 - 2012 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2009 - 2012 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2009 - 2012 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2009 - 2012 Ballots may be obtained at the following locations from 9:00 A.M. to 12 Noon, Mondays through Saturdays, excluding holidays, during the voting period. The voting period shall commence on November 1st, 2008 and shall continue through December 31st, 2008. NEW ORLEANS NEW YORK NORFOLK OAKLAND PHILADELPHIA PINEY POINT 3911 LaPalco Blvd., Harvey, LA 70058 635 Fourth Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11232 115 Third Street, Norfolk, VA 23510 1121 7th Street, Oakland, CA 94607 2604 South Fourth Street, Philadelphia, PA 19148 Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship, Piney Point, MD 20674 PUERTO RICO 1057 Fernandez Juncos Avenue, Santurce, PR 00907 ST. LOUIS 4581 Gravois Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63116 TACOMA 3411 South Union Street, Tacoma, WA 98409 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2009 - 2012 WILMINGTON 510 North Broad Avenue, Wilmington, CA 90744 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2009 - 2012 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2009 - 2012 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2009 - 2012 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2009 - 2012 VOTING LOCATIONS 520 St. Clair River Drive, Algonac, MI 48001 721 Sesame Street, Suite 1C, Anchorage, AK 99503 2315 Essex Street, Baltimore, MD 21224 5 Drydock Ave., Boston, MA 02210 1221 South Andrews Avenue, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33316 422 W. O’Brien Dr., Cliffline Office Ctr., Hagatna, Guam 96910 606 Kalihi Street, Honolulu, HI 96819 1221 Pierce Street, Houston, TX 77002 3315 Liberty Street, Jacksonville, FL 32206 10 East Clinton, Joliet, IL 60432 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2009 - 2012 1640 Dauphin Island Parkway, Mobile, AL 36605 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2009 - 2012 ALGONAC ANCHORAGE BALTIMORE BOSTON FT. LAUDERDALE GUAM HONOLULU HOUSTON JACKSONVILLE JOLIET MOBILE OFFICIAL BALLOT 2009 - 2012 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2009 - 2012 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2009 - 2012 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2009 - 2012 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2009 - 2012 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2009 - 2012 WHEREAS, the Executive Board of the Seafarers International Union of North America, Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District/NMU met on February 27, 2008 to discuss the current needs and conditions of the Union, its membership and the maritime industry in this country; and WHEREAS, among their discussions and deliberations was the subject of proposed revisions in the Union’s Constitution which would enable the Union to function more efficiently and to continue to fulfill its obligations to the membership; and WHEREAS, the majority of the membership concurred with the proposed amendment at the regular membership meetings in May 2008; and WHEREAS, a Constitutional Committee was elected on August 14, 2008, in accordance with Article XXV, Section 2 of our Constitution. They studied the proposed Constitutional Amendments Resolution and unanimously concurred on all proposed constitutional revisions; and WHEREAS, the report of the Constitutional Committee was approved by the membership at the regular membership meetings in September 2008. NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS RESOLVED THE FOLLOWING CONSTITUTIONALLY ADOPTED PROPOSITIONS, TO BE VOTED UPON, IF ADOPTED, WOULD AMEND THE CONSTITUTION AS FOLLOWS: PROPOSITION #1 Are you in favor of amending Article X, Section 14 (c) 5; Article XIII, Section 2; Article XIII, Section 4 (c) and Article XXV to include the following language relating to union members who serve on union finance, credentials, tallying and constitutional committees. OFFICIAL BALLOT 2009 - 2012 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2009 - 2012 “Committee members shall receive a per diem in an amount determined by the Secretary-Treasurer but in no event shall they receive an amount less than the AB Green hourly rate as specified in the current union industry wide contract for eight hours for each day of service commencing with the day subsequent to their election and ending on the day they complete their service or, if applicable, return to the Port from which they were elected.” OFFICIAL BALLOT 2009 - 2012 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2009 - 2012 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2009 - 2012 OFFICIAL BALLOT 2009 - 2012 PLACE "X" IN BOX OF YOUR CHOICE NO ❏ YES ❏ OFFICIAL BALLOT 2009 - 2012 Seafarers LOG OFFICIAL BALLOT 2009 - 2012 8 Be advised, however, that when a constitutional amendment is being considered at the same time that an election for officers is taking place, there shall be only one tallying committee used for both tallies and that Committee will be the one elected to serve as per Article XIII, Section 4. October 2008 �50928x:January 08 9/26/2008 10:39 PM Page 9 Information for the 2008 Election of Officers SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes & Inland Waters District/NMU SIU Constitution Spells Out Rules on 2008 Elections The section of the union’s constitution outlining voting procedures in the SIU’s elections, which are held every four years, appears here and on page 10 in its entirety. Article XIII Elections for Officers, Assistant Vice-Presidents and Port Agents Section 1. Nominations. Except as provided in Section 2(b) of this Article, any full book member may submit his name for nomination for any office, or the job of Assistant VicePresident, or Port Agent, by delivering or causing to be delivered in person, to the office of the Secretary-Treasurer at Headquarters, or sending a letter addressed to the Credentials Committee, in care of the Secretary-Treasurer at the address of Headquarters. This letter shall be dated and shall contain the following: (a) The name of the candidate. (b) His home address and mailing address. (c) His book number. (d) The title of the office or other job for which he is a candidate, including the name of the Port in the event the position sought is that of Port Agent. (e) Proof of citizenship. (f) Proof of seatime and/or employment as required for candidates. (g) In the event the member is on a vessel, he shall notify the Credentials Committee what vessel he is on. This shall be done also if he ships subsequent to forwarding his credentials. (h) Annexing a certificate in the following form, signed and dated by the proposed nominee: “I hereby certify that I am not now, nor, for the five (5) years last past, have I been either a member of the Communist Party or convicted of, or served any part of a prison term resulting from conviction of robbery, bribery, extortion, embezzlement, grand larceny, burglary, arson, violation of narcotics laws, murder, rape, assault with intent to kill, assault which inflicts grievous bodily injury, or violation of Title II or III of the Landrum Griffin Act, or conspiracy to commit any such crimes. Dated ____________________________ Signature of Member Book No. _________________________ Printed forms of the certificate shall be made available to nominees. Where a nominee cannot truthfully execute such a certificate, but is, in fact, legally eligible for an office or job by reason of the restoration of civil rights originally revoked by such conviction or a favorable determination by the Board of Parole of the United States Department of Justice, he shall, in lieu of the foregoing certificate, furnish a complete signed statement of the facts of his case together with true copies of the documents supporting his statement. Any full book member may nominate any other full book member in which event such full book member so nominated shall comply with the provisions of this Article as they are set forth herein relating to the submission of credentials. By reason of the above self nomination provision the responsibility, if any, for notifying a nominee of his nomination to office shall be that of the nominator. All documents required herein must reach Headquarters no earlier than July 15 and no later than August 15 of the election year. The Secretary-Treasurer is charged with safekeeping of these letters and shall turn them over to the Credentials Committee upon the latter’s request. Section 2. Credentials Committee (a) A Credentials Committee shall be elected at either the regular meeting in August of the election year or at a special October 2008 meeting convened in August of the election year at the Port where Headquarters is located. It shall consist of six (6) full book members in attendance at the meeting with two (2) members to be elected from each of the Deck, Engine and Steward Departments. No officer, Assistant VicePresident, or Port Agent, or candidate for office of the job of Assistant VicePresident, or Port Agent, shall be eligible for election to this Committee except as provided for in Article X, Section 4. In the event any Committee member is unable to serve, the Committee shall suspend until the President or Executive Vice-President or the Secretary-Treasurer, in that order, calls a special meeting at the Port where Headquarters is located in order to elect a replacement. The Committee’s results shall be by majority vote with any tie vote being resolved by a majority of the membership at a special meeting called for that purpose at that Port. (b) After its election, the Committee shall immediately go into session. It shall determine whether the person has submitted his application correctly and possesses the necessary qualifications. The Committee shall prepare a report listing each applicant and his book number under the office or job he is seeking. Each applicant shall be marked “qualified” or “disqualified” according to the findings of the Committee. Where an applicant has been marked “disqualified,” the reason therefore must be stated in the report. Where a tie vote has been resolved by a special meeting of the membership, that fact shall also be noted with sufficient detail. The report shall be signed by all of the Committee members and be completed and submitted to the Ports in time for the next regular meeting after their election. At this meeting, it shall be read and incorporated in the minutes and then posted on the bulletin board in each Port. On the last day of nominations, one (1) member of the Committee shall stand by in Headquarters to accept delivery of credentials. All credentials must be in Headquarters by midnight of closing day. (c) When an applicant has been disqualified by the Committee, he shall be notified immediately by telegram, overnight mail, air mail, special delivery, or an equivalent mail service at the address listed by him pursuant to Section 1 of this Article. He shall also be sent a letter containing their reasons for such disqualification by airmail, special delivery, registered or certified, to the mailing address designated pursuant to Section 1(b) of this Article. A disqualified applicant shall have the right to take an appeal to the membership from the decision of the Committee. He shall forward copies of such appeal to each Port where the appeal shall be presented and voted upon at a regular meeting no later than the second meeting after the Committee’s election. It is the responsibility of the applicant to insure timely delivery of his appeal. In any event, without prejudice to his written appeal, the applicant may appear in person before the Committee within two (2) days after the day on which the telegram, overnight mail, air mail, special delivery or an equivalent mail service is sent to correct his application or argue for his qualification. The Committee’s report shall be prepared early enough to allow the applicant to appear before it within the time set forth in this Constitution and still reach the Ports in time for the first regular meeting after its election. (d) A majority vote of the membership shall, in the case of such appeals, be sufficient to overrule any disqualification by the Credentials Committee in which event the one so previously classified shall then be deemed qualified. (e) The Credentials Committee, in passing upon the qualifications of candidates, shall have the right to conclusively presume that anyone nominated and qualified in previous elections for candidacy for any office, or the job of Assistant VicePresident or Port Agent has met all the requirements of Section 1(a) of Article XII. Section 3. Balloting Procedures. (a) Balloting in the manner hereafter provided shall commence on November 1st of the election year and shall continue through December 31st, exclusive of Sundays and (for each individual Port) holidays legally recognized in the City of which the Port affected is located. If November 1st and December 31st falls on a holiday legally recognized in a Port in the City in which that Port is located, the balloting period in such Port shall commence or terminate, as the case may be, on the next succeeding business day. Subject to the foregoing, for the purpose of full book members securing their ballots, the Ports shall be open from 9:00 A.M. to 12 Noon, Monday through Saturday, excluding holidays. (b) Balloting shall be by mail. The Secretary-Treasurer shall insure the proper and timely preparation of ballots without partiality as to candidates or Ports. The ballots may contain general information and instructive comments not inconsistent with the provisions of this Constitution. All qualified candidates shall be listed thereon alphabetically within each category with book number and job seniority classification status. The listing of the Ports shall first set forth Headquarters and then shall follow a geographical pattern commencing with the most northerly Port of the Atlantic Coast, following the Atlantic Coast down to the most southerly Port on that coast, then westerly along the Gulf of Mexico and so on, until the list of Ports is exhausted. Any Port outside the Continental United States shall then be added. There shall be no write-in voting and no provisions for the same shall appear on the ballot. Each ballot shall be so prepared as to have the number thereon place at the top thereof and shall be so perforated as to enable that portion containing the said number to be easily removed to insure secrecy of the ballot. On this removable portion shall also be placed a short statement indicating the nature of the ballot and the voting date thereof. (c) The ballots so prepared at the direction of the Secretary-Treasurer shall be the only official ballots. No others may be used. Each ballot shall be numbered as indicated in the preceding paragraphs and shall be numbered consecutively, commencing with number 1. A sufficient amount shall be printed and distributed to each Port. A record of the ballots, both by serial numbers and amount, sent thereto, shall be maintained by the SecretaryTreasurer who shall also send each Port Agent a verification list indicating the amount and serial numbers of the ballots sent. The Secretary-Treasurer shall also send to each Port Agent a sufficient amount of blank opaque envelopes containing the word, “Ballot” on the face of the envelope, as well as a sufficient amount of opaque mailing envelopes, first class postage prepaid and printed on the face thereon as the addressee shall be the name and address of the depository for the receipt of such ballots as designated by the President in the manner provided by Article X, Section 1, of this Constitution. In the upper left-hand corner of such mailing envelope, there shall be printed thereon, as a top line, provision for the voter’s signature and on another line immediately thereunder, provision for the printing of the voter’s name and book number. In addition, the Secretary-Treasurer shall also send a sufficient amount of mailing envelopes identical with the mailing envelopes mentioned above, except that they shall be of different color, and shall contain on the face of such envelope, in bold letters, the word, “Challenge.” The Secretary-Treasurer shall further furnish a sufficient amount of “Roster Sheets” which shall have printed thereon, at the top thereof, the year of the election, and immediately thereunder, five (5) vertical columns designated date, ballot number, signature full book member’s name, book number and comments, and such roster sheets shall contain horizontal lines immediately under the captions of each of the above five (5) columns. The SecretaryTreasurer shall also send a sufficient amount of envelopes with the printed name and address of the depository on the face thereof, and in the upper lefthand corner, the name of the Port and address, and on the face of such envelope, should be printed the words, “Roster Sheets and Ballot Stubs”. Each Port Agent shall maintain separate records of the ballots sent him and shall inspect and count the ballots when received to insure that the amount sent, as well as the number thereon, conform to the amount and numbers listed by the Secretary-Treasurer as having been sent to that Port. The Port Agent shall immediately execute and return to the Secretary-Treasurer a receipt acknowledging the correctness of the amount and the numbers of the ballots sent, or shall notify the Secretary-Treasurer of any discrepancy. Discrepancies shall be corrected as soon as possible prior to the voting period. In any event, receipts shall be forwarded for all the aforementioned election material actually received. The Secretary-Treasurer shall prepare a file in which shall be kept memoranda and correspondence dealing with the election. This file shall at all times be available to any member asking for inspection of the same at the office of the Secretary-Treasurer and shall be turned over to the Union Tallying Committee. (d) Balloting shall be secret. Only full book members in good standing may vote. Each full book member may secure his ballot at Port offices from the Port Agent or his duly designated representative at such Port. Each Port Agent shall designate an area at the Port office over which should be posted the legend “Voting Ballots Secured Here.” When a full book member appears to vote he shall present his book to the Port Agent or his aforementioned duly designated representative. The Port Agent or his duly designated representative shall insert on the roster sheet under the appropriate column the date, the number of the ballot given to such member and his full book number, and the member shall then sign his name on such roster sheet under the appropriate column. Such member shall have his book stamped with the word, “Voted” and the date, and shall be given a ballot, and simultaneously the perforation on the top of the ballot shall be removed. At the same time the member shall be given the envelope marked “Ballot” together with the prepaid postage-mailing envelope addressed to the depository. The member shall take such ballot and envelopes and in secret thereafter, mark his ballot, fold the same, insert it in the blank envelope marked “Ballot,” seal the same, then insert such “Ballot” envelope into the mailing envelope, seal such mailing envelope, sign his name on the upper left-hand corner on the first line of such mailing envelope and on the second line in the upper left-hand corner print his name and book number, after which he shall mail or cause the same to be mailed. In the event a full book member appears to vote and is not in good standing or does not have his membership book with him or it appears for other valid reasons he is not eligible to vote, the same procedure as provided above shall apply to him, except that on the roster sheet under the column “Comments”, notation should be made that the member voted a challenged ballot and the reason for his challenge. Such member’s membership book shall be stamped “Voted Challenge”, and the date, and such member instead of the above-mentioned mailing envelope, shall be given the mailing envelope of a different color marked on the face thereof with the word, “Challenge.” At the end of each day, the Port Agent or his duly designated representative shall enclose in the envelope addressed to the depository and marked “Roster Sheets and Ballots Stubs,” the roster sheet or sheets executed by the members that day together with the numbered perforated slips removed from the ballots which Continued on page 10 Seafarers LOG 9 �50928x:January 08 9/26/2008 10:39 PM Page 10 Information for the 2008 Election of Officers SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes & Inland Waters District/NMU Article XIII Constitutional Rules Continued from page 9 had been given to the members, and then mail the same to such depository. To insure that an adequate supply of all balloting material is maintained in all Ports at all times, the Port Agent or his duly designated representative, simultaneously with mailing of the roster sheets and ballot stubs to the depository at the end of each day, shall also make a copy of the roster sheet for that day and mail the same to the Secretary-Treasurer at Headquarters. The Port Agent shall be responsible for the proper safeguarding of all election material and shall not release any of it until duly called for and shall insure that no one tampers with the material placed in his custody. (e) Full book members may request and vote an absentee ballot under the following circumstances: while such member is employed on a Union contracted vessel and which vessel’s schedule does not provide for it to be at a Port in which a ballot can be secured during the time and period provided for in Section 3(a) of this Article or is in an accredited hospital any time during the first ten (10) days of the month of November of the election year. The member shall make a request for an absentee ballot by registered or certified mail or the equivalent mailing device at the location from which such request is made, if such be the case. Such request shall contain a designation as to the address to which such member wishes his absentee ballot returned. The request shall be postmarked no later than 12:00 P.M. on the 15th day of November of the election year, shall be directed to the Secretary-Treasurer at Headquarters and must be delivered no later than the 25th of such November. The SecretaryTreasurer shall determine whether such member is eligible to vote such absentee ballot. The Secretary-Treasurer, if he determines that such member is so eligible, shall by the 30th of such November, send by registered mail, return receipt requested or an equivalent mail service, to the address so designated by such member, a “Ballot,” after removing the perforated numbered stub, together with the hereinbefore mentioned “Ballot” envelope, and mailing envelope addressed to the depository, except that printed on the face of such mailing envelope shall be the words “Absentee Ballot” and appropriate voting instructions shall accompany such mailing to the member. If the Secretary-Treasurer determines that such member is ineligible to receive such absentee ballot, he shall nevertheless send such member the aforementioned ballot with accompanying material except that the mailing envelope addressed to the depository shall have printed on the face thereof the words “Challenged Absentee Ballot.” The Secretary-Treasurer shall keep records of all of the foregoing, including the reasons for determining such member’s ineligibility, which records shall be open for inspection by full book members and upon the convening of the Union Tallying Committee, presented to them. The Secretary-Treasurer shall send to all Ports the names and book numbers of the members to whom absentee ballots were sent. (f) All ballots to be counted must be received by the depository no later than the January 5th immediately subsequent to the election year and must be postmarked no later than 12 midnight December 31st of the election year. Section 4. (a) At the close of the last day of the period for securing ballots, the Port Agent in each Port, in addition to his duties set forth above, shall deliver or mail to Headquarters by registered or certified mail, attention Union Tallying Committee, all unused ballots and shall specifically set forth by serial number and amount the unused ballots so forwarded. (b) The Union Tallying Committee shall consist of twenty (20) full book members. Two (2) shall be elected from 10 Seafarers LOG each of the ten (10) Ports of New York, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Mobile, New Orleans, Houston, Detroit-Algonac, San Francisco, St. Louis and Piney Point. The election shall be held at the regular meeting in December of the election year or, if the Executive Board otherwise determines prior thereto, at a special meeting held in the aforesaid Ports, on the first business day of the last week of said month. No officer, Assistant VicePresident, Port Agent, or candidate for office, or the job of Assistant VicePresident, or Port Agent shall be eligible for election to this Committee except as provided for in Article X, Section 4. In addition to the duties herein set forth, the Union Tallying Committee shall be charged with the tallying of all the ballots and the preparation of a closing report setting forth, in complete detail, the results of the election, including a complete accounting of all ballots and stubs, and reconciliation of the same with the rosters and receipts of the Port Agents, all with detailed reference to serial numbers and amount and with each total broken down into Port totals. The Union Tallying Committee shall have access to all election records and files for their inspection, examination and verification. The report shall clearly detail all discrepancies discovered and shall contain recommendations for the treatment of these discrepancies. All members of the Committee shall sign the report, without prejudice, however, to the right of any member thereof to submit a dissenting report as to the accuracy of the count and the validity of the ballots, with pertinent details. In connection with the tally of ballots there shall be no counting of ballots until all mailing envelopes containing valid ballots have first been opened, the ballot envelopes removed intact and then all of such ballot envelopes mixed together, after which such ballot envelopes shall be opened and counted in such multiples as the Committee may deem expedient and manageable. The Committee shall resolve all issues on challenged ballots and then tally those found valid utilizing the same procedure as provided in the preceding sentence either jointly or separately. (c) The members of the Union Tallying Committee shall, after their election, proceed to the Port in which Headquarters is located, to arrive at that Port no later than January 5th of the year immediately after the election year. Each member of the Committee not elected from the Port in which Headquarters is located shall be reimbursed for transportation, meals, and lodging expenses occasioned by their traveling to and returning from that Port. Committee members elected from the Port in which Headquarters is located shall be similarly reimbursed, except for transportation. All members of the Committee shall also be paid at the prevailing standby rate of pay from the day subsequent to their election to the day they return, in normal course, to the Port from which they were elected. The Union Tallying Committee shall elect a chairman from among themselves and, subject to the express terms of this Constitution, adopt its own procedures. All decisions of such Committee and the contents of their report shall be valid if made by a majority vote, provided there be a quorum in attendance, which quorum is hereby fixed at ten (10). The Committee, but not less than a quorum thereof, shall have the sole right and duty to obtain all mailed ballots and the other mailed election material from the depository and to insure their safe custody during the course of the Committee’s proceedings. The proceedings of the Committee, except for their organizational meeting and their actual preparation of the closing report and dissent therefrom, if any, shall be open to any member provided he observes decorum. Any candidate may act as an observer and/or designate another member to act as his observer at the counting of the ballots. In no event shall issuance of the above referred to closing report of the Committee be delayed beyond January 31st immediately subsequent to the close of the election year. In the discharge of its duties, the Committee may call upon and utilize the services of clerical employees of the Union. The Committee shall be discharged upon the completion of the issuance and dispatch of its report as required in this Article. In the event a recheck and recount is ordered pursuant to this Article, the Committee shall be reconstituted, except that if any member thereof is not available, a substitute therefore shall be elected from the appropriate Port at a special meeting held for that purpose as soon as possible. (d) The report of the committee shall be made up in sufficient copies to comply with the following requirements: two (2) copies shall be mailed by the Committee to each Port Agent and the SecretaryTreasurer no later than January 31st immediately subsequent to the close of the election year. As soon as these copies are received, each Port Agent shall post one (1) copy of the report on the bulletin board in a conspicuous manner and notify the Secretary-Treasurer, in writing, as to the date of such posting. This copy shall be kept posted until after the Election Report Meeting which shall be the March regular membership meeting immediately following the close of the election year. At the Election Report Meeting, the other copy of the report shall be read verbatim. (e) Any full book member claiming a violation of the election and balloting procedure or the conduct of the same, shall within seventy two (72) hours of the occurrence of the claimed violation notify the Secretary-Treasurer at Headquarters, in writing by certified mail, of the same, setting forth his name, book number and the details so that appropriate corrective action, if warranted, may be taken. The Secretary-Treasurer shall expeditiously investigate the facts concerning the claimed violation, take such action as may be necessary, if any, and make a report and recommendation, if necessary, a copy of which shall be sent to the member and the original shall be filed for the Union Tallying Committee for their appropriate action, report and recommendation, if any. The foregoing shall not be applicable to matters involving the Credentials Committee’s action or report, the provisions of Article XIII, Sections 1 and 2 being the pertinent provisions applicable to such matters. All protests as to any and all aspects of the election and balloting procedures or the conduct of the same not passed upon by the Union Tallying Committee in its report, excluding therefrom matters involving the Credentials Committee’s action or report as provided in the last sentence of the immediately preceding paragraph, but including the procedure and report of the Union Tallying Committee, shall be filed in writing by certified mail with the SecretaryTreasurer at Headquarters to be received no later than the February 25th immediately subsequent to the close of the election year. It shall be the responsibility of the member to insure that his written protest is received by the SecretaryTreasurer no later than such February 25th. The Secretary-Treasurer shall forward copies of such written protest to all Ports in sufficient time to be read at the Election Report Meeting. The written protest shall contain the full book member’s name, book number, and all details constituting the protest. (f) At the Election Report Meeting the report and recommendation of the Union Tallying Committee, including but not limited to discrepancies, protests passed upon by them, as well as protests filed with the Secretary-Treasurer as provided for in Section (e) immediately above shall be acted upon by the meeting. A majority vote of the membership shall decide what action, if any, in accordance with the Constitution shall be taken thereon, which action, however, shall not include the ordering of a special vote, unless reported discrepancies or protested procedure or conduct found to have occurred and to be violative of the Constitution affected the results of the vote for any office or job, in which event the special vote shall be restricted to such office, offices and/or job or jobs, as the case may be. A majority of the membership at the Election Report Meetings may order a recheck and recount when a dissent to the closing report has been issued by three (3) or more members of the Union Tallying Committee. Except for the contingencies provided for in this Section 4(f), the closing report shall be accepted as final. There shall be no further protest or appeal from the action of the majority of the membership at the Election Report Meetings. (g) Any special vote ordered pursuant to Section 4(f) shall be commenced within ninety (90) days after the first day of the month immediately subsequent to the Election Report Meetings mentioned above. The depository shall be the same as designated for the election from which the special vote is ordered. And the procedures shall be the same as provided for in Section 3, except where specific dates are provided for, the days shall be the dates applicable which provide for the identical time and days originally provided for in Section 3. The Election Report Meeting for the aforesaid special vote shall be that meeting immediately subsequent to the report of the Union Tallying Committee separated by one (1) calendar month. Section 5. Elected Officers and Jobholders. A candidate unopposed for any office or job shall be deemed elected to such office or job notwithstanding that his name may appear on the ballot. The Union Tallying Committee shall not be required to tally completely the results of the voting for such unopposed candidate but shall certify in their report that such unopposed candidate has been elected to such office or job. The Election Report Meeting shall accept the above certification of the Union Tallying Committee without change. Section 6. Installation into Office and the Job of Assistant Vice-President or Port Agent. (a) The person elected shall be that person having the largest number of votes cast for the particular office or job involved. Where more than one (1) person is to be elected for a particular office or job, the proper number of candidates receiving the successively highest number of votes shall be declared elected. These determinations shall be made only from the results deemed final and accepted as provided in this Article. It shall be the duty of the President to notify each individual elected. (b) The duly elected officers and other job holders shall take over their respective offices and jobs and assume the duties thereof at midnight of the night of the Election Report Meeting, or the next regular meeting, depending upon which meeting the results as to each of the foregoing are deemed final and accepted, as provided in this Article. The term of their predecessors shall continue up to, and expire at that time, not withstanding anything to the contrary contained in Article XI, Section 1. This shall not apply where the successful candidate cannot assume his office because he is at sea. In such event, a majority vote of the membership may grant additional time for the assumption of the office or job. In the event of the failure of the newly-elected President to assume office the provisions of Article X, Section 12 shall apply until the expiration of the term. All other cases of failure to assume office shall be dealt with as decided by a majority vote of the membership. Section 7. The Secretary-Treasurer is specifically charged with the preservation and retention of all election records, including the ballots, as required by law, and is directed and authorized to issue such other and further directives as to the election procedures as are required by law, which directives shall be part of the election procedures of this Union. October 2008 �50928x:January 08 9/26/2008 10:39 PM Page 11 REPORT OF CONSTITUTIONAL COMMITTEE We, the undersigned Constitutional Committee, were elected at a Special Meeting held in Piney Point on August 14, 2008, in accordance with Article XXV, Section 2 of our Constitution. We have had referred to us and studied, the proposed Constitutional Amendments Resolution submitted by our Executive Board. This Resolution, containing the proposed amendment, prior to its submission to us, was adopted by a majority vote of the membership at Headquarters and all ports. The provisions of the Resolution including its “WHEREAS” clauses, are contained in this report so that all members will have available to them its full text for their review and study at the same time that they read this, our Report and Recommendation. Whereas, the current Constitution and By-Laws of the Seafarers International Union, AGLIWD/NMU currently provides for the election of members to serve on finance, credentials, tallying and constitutional committees; and Whereas, the relevant Constitutional provisions contain language pertaining to the payment of committee members during their time of service; and Whereas, the afore-mentioned Constitutional Sections have conflicting provisions relating to the payment of committee members when all such committee members are, in practice, routinely paid the same amounts which have been comparable to eight hours a day at prevailing contractual standby rates of pay; and Whereas, such pay rates no longer exist in the industry wide contracts and all Constitutional Sections providing for payment of committee members for these four committees should be identical; and Whereas, the committee members of these four committees are, in actuality, not being paid for work performed but are instead receiving a per diem from the Union to compensate them for miscellaneous expenses incurred over and above travel, meals and lodging; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT: The following language shall modify existing language or shall be added to existing language to reflect the intent and practices of the Union concerning members who serve on the Finance, Credentials, Tallying and Constitutional Committees: “Committee members shall receive a per diem in an amount determined by the Secretary Treasurer but in no event shall they receive an amount less than the AB Green hourly rate as specified in the current union industry wide contract for eight hours for each day of service commencing with the day subsequent to their election and ending on the day they complete their service or, if applicable, return to the Port from which they were elected.” To effectuate the above changes, Article X, Section 14(c), number 5 shall be amended by deleting the next to last sentence of the first paragraph and by adding in its place, the above quoted language; Article XIII, Section 2, shall be amended by adding a new subsection which shall be lettered (f) and which shall contain the above quoted language; Article XIII, Section 4, (c) shall be amended by deleting the last sentence of the first paragraph and by adding in its place the above quoted language and Article XXV, shall be amended by adding a new Section which shall be numbered 4 and which shall contain the above quoted language. In addition the following sentence shall also be added to this new Article XXV, Section 4 “When a Constitutional Amendment is being considered at the same time that an election for officers is taking place, there shall be only one tallying committee used for both tallies and that Committee will be the one elected to serve as per Article XIII Section 4.” We further recommend, if it is reasonably possible, that a copy of our Committee’s Report containing the proposed Resolution and mem- bership action taken to date, be printed in the Seafarers LOG, October 2008 issue so that the membership will be kept abreast as to all facts and actions taken as of this time. In addition, we recommend that copies of such LOG issue, to the extent possible, be made available to the membership at all Union offices and Halls during the months of November and December 2008. Your Constitutional Committee wishes to thank the Union, its officers, representatives, members and counsel for their cooperation and assistance during our deliberations and to assure all members that we believe the adoption of the proposed Resolution will serve the needs of the Union and the membership. Fraternally submitted, Constitution Committee August 16, 2008 PROCEDURE FOR ABSENTEE BALLOTS In the case of members eligible to vote who believe they will be at sea during the Nov. 1 through Dec. 31, 2008 voting period, absentee ballots will be available. The SIU constitution ensures that members who are eligible to vote and who find themselves in this situation may vote absentee. Procedures are established in the SIU constitution to safeguard the secret ballot election, including the absentee ballot process. Here is the procedure to follow when requesting an absentee ballot: 1. Make the request in writing to the SIU office of the secretary-treasurer, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. All Seafarers who believe they will be at sea during the voting period Nov. 1 through Dec. 31, 2008 should request an absentee ballot. Here’s how to be sure your vote counts. 2. Include in the request the correct address where the absentee ballot should be mailed. 3. Send the request for an absentee ballot by registered or certified mail or the equivalent mailing service. 4. The registered or certified mail envelope must be postmarked no later than midnight, Nov. 15, 2008 and must be received at 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746 no later than Nov. 25, 2008. 5. The secretary-treasurer, after confirming eligibility, will send by registered mail, return receipt requested, to the address designated in the request, a ballot, together with an envelope marked “Ballot” and a mailing envelope no later than Nov. 30, 2008. 6. Upon receiving the ballot and envelope, vote by marking the ballot. After voting the ballot, place the ballot in the envelopes marked “Ballot.” Do not write on the “Ballot” envelope. 7. Place the envelope marked “Ballot” in the mailing envelope which is imprinted with the mailing address of the bank depository where all ballots are sent. 8. Sign the mailing envelope on the first line of the upper left-hand corner. Print name and book number on the second line. The mailing envelope is selfaddressed and stamped. 9. The mailing envelope must be postmarked no later than midnight, Dec. 31, 2008 and received by the bank depository no later than Jan. 5, 2009. October 2008 Seafarers LOG 11 �50928x:January 08 9/26/2008 10:39 PM Page 12 Nine Seafarers Complete Recertification ber of SIU-contracted companies for the Nine Seafarers recently graduated difference they have made in his life. from the steward recertification One “salt of the sea” who recertified course offered at the SIU-affiliated was Wilson, who joined the SIU in 1993 Paul Hall Center for Maritime in Jacksonville when he retired from the Training and Education. U.S. Navy after 23 years. “I couldn’t Successfully completing the resist the opportunity SIU gave me to go course were Denis Burke, Michael back to sea,” he explained. “We are paid Carello, Willie Massaline, Audrey well and the union gives me life securiBrown, Rachael Figueiredo, Joel ty. This is a great and professional Molinos, Mohamed Shibly, Carlos school with the highest standards. The Sanchez and Wayne Wilson. SIU and the school are a wonderful famEach of the graduates received a ily. I encourage anyone who gets the certificate during the Sept. 8 union chance to come here and take advantage membership meeting at the school in of it. Piney Point, Md. “To my fellow members, stay clean, In keeping with tradition, the work hard, ask questions, contribute to steward addressed their fellow members, SIU officials, school employees The recertified stewards stand with Paul Hall Center Vice President Don Nolan (second from SPAD and vote. They’re all vital to our right) following the September membership meeting in Piney Point, Md. Pictured from left to right lives and to labor.” and guests at the meeting. are Wayne Wilson, Michael Carello, Audrey Brown, Rachael Figueiredo, Willie Massaline, Joel “The union has stood by me and my Carello, who was a member of the Molinos, Denis Burke, Mohamed Shibly, Nolan and Carlos Sanchez. family during some difficult times,” National Maritime Union until its said another Paul Hall Center veteran, merger with the SIU in 2001, stated, affiliated school as “a wonderful experience that all memFigueiredo, who ships from Brooklyn. “I have always “If it wasn’t for the SIU, I probably wouldn’t be sailing. bers should take advantage of any chance they get. The had a family here at the school and in SIU. My six-yearI’ve been to Piney Point twice for BST (basic safety school and the union have changed my life. Thanks so old twins and I are grateful for the quality of life union training) and once for gallery operations and I realize much to the SIU leadership for keeping us strong and keepmembership has given us.” the importance of the education this school affords. This ing jobs plentiful. To the apprentices in attendance, don’t Figueiredo said that her experiences at the school is the best way to improve ourselves.” be afraid to ask questions – it could save lives.” have taught her a lot about the importance of unions in Speaking about the union, Carello, whose home port Another veteran of the school, Sanchez (who sails from the maritime industry, along with helping her hone her is Boston, said, “I’ve learned how important the SIU is San Juan) said he would have never had the opportunity to job skills. to all of us. If it wasn’t for the strength of the SIU, I see the world if he hadn’t gone to sea with the SIU. Molinos ships from Wilmington, Calif., and joined think none of us would be sailing today. Six months ago “This has been the greatest opportunity in my life!” he the SIU in 1992 in Honolulu. He has been to the Piney I made my will and included the SIU Scholarship Fund exclaimed. “I’ve learned how to be a leader and have seen Point on numerous occasions and says every time he as a recipient because the program and the SIU are that how wonderful the people are on board. The union gives all attends he learns more. “I feel truly blessed that I was important to our families and our future.” of us the chance to get ahead by being the best we can be selected for this recertification program and to be an Shibly has in-depth knowledge of the benefits of the and encourages us. You have everything with the SIU.” SIU member.” SIU not only because he joined the union in Seattle in Commenting on the school, Sanchez said, “Everyone Molinos mentioned that he has learned so much 1984, but also because his daughter graduated from here is the best. From the instructors to the people on the about the industry and the union that he feels qualified George Washington University in Washington, D.C., phones trying to help, to the learning material to the equipto help fellow shipmates who have questions. “I share with the help of a Seafarers scholarship grant. “The SIU ment, they are the best.” what I learn with my shipmates. The more everyone is an inspiration to us all,” said Shibly, who has upgradBurke has been sailing out of Honolulu since 1982 and learns, the better we all are off.” ed three times in Piney Point. “We’ve learned to work is a regular at the Paul Hall Center, having upgraded many Massaline, who ships from Jacksonville, has seen a hard together and it helps our families’ future. I’ve times. “The SIU has opened a lot of doors for me,” he said. lot during his career. He was an NMU member until the learned a lot about our union and industry at the school “I was swinging pizza before I went to sea. I left the indusmerger with SIU and this was his second trip to the and feel I’m equipped to help answer my shipmates’ try once and missed it so much, I went back.” school. “I’m glad to be a part of this union,” he said. questions.” Burke noted that he learns something different and use“SIU officials do an outstanding and clear job explain“All of the courses I have attended have helped me ful about his job every time he visits the school. “I feel coning how the union, management and industry work. learn how to make a safer and more pleasant work envi- fident to help teach my shipmates,” he stated. “I’ve also Everyone here was very helpful and detailed in their ronment,” explained Brown, who ships out of Mobile, learned about the importance of our contributions to the training and what is expected on the job.” Ala., and was brought into the SIU by her older brother Seafarers Political Action Donation (SPAD) program and Massaline also stressed the value of the coursework 19 years ago. “The SIU has been good to me and has how essential they are to our existence. When it comes to on food safety and prevention of food-borne illnesses. enabled me to lead a good life. I used to work three jobs hands-on training to supplement our hands-on careers, you The three-week recertification class blends practical but now the SIU has given me good job and life stabil- can’t do better than this school.” training with classroom instruction. ity.” During the ceremony, Burke thanked SIU officials for Brown described her three times attending the SIU- all they do and thanked family, friends, mentors and a num- Hands-On Training During Recertification The recertified steward class includes safety coursework in CPR and resuscitation (left), and fire extinguisher training, among other practical components. 12 Seafarers LOG October 2008 �50928x:January 08 9/26/2008 10:39 PM Page 13 Ready Then, Ready Now! SIU Marks 70 Years of Promoting Mariners’ Rights, Serving as Part of America’s Fourth Arm of Defense On October 14, the Seafarers International Union will reach its 70th anniversary. This page and the three that follow contain a sampling of events and images from the union’s history. SIU President Michael Sacco’s column on page 2 of this edition also spotlights the anniversary and the union’s steady progress. The headline on this page is a tribute to the SIU’s early history – specifically, an homage to the Seafarers who sailed in World War II. “Ready Then, Ready Now!” is the title of an old pamphlet written by the late SIU historian John Bunker. That booklet chronicles SIU members’ efforts and sacrifices in the war. Altogether, 1,235 Seafarers lost their lives. But World War II certainly wasn’t the only time SIU members stepped up as part of the nation’s fourth arm of defense. In every conflict since then, Seafarers reliably have answered the call and delivered the goods – from Korea to Vietnam to the first Persian Gulf War, right through to today’s Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom. They have mobilized with equal dependability and professionalism during numerous humanitarian missions around the world. Remaining equipped to “turn to” in peace and war requires the SIU keep up with constantly changing demands from various components of the industry. Heading that list are training requirements – and on that score, the SIU-affiliated Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education takes a back seat to no one. The school enjoys a well-earned reputation for staying ahead of the industry’s needs, and currently offers more than 70 U.S. Coast Guard-approved courses in addition to academic support. Grassroots political action also remains a must in this industry. Here again, SIU members historically have understood how politics affects their livelihoods. Accordingly, they volunteer their time and resources in support of not only maritime but also the labor movement as a whole. The timeline below touches on other important activities, including the union’s efforts in international affairs. Where the SIU is concerned, perhaps the one thing that hasn’t been altered since 1938 is the union’s foremost objective. President Sacco summed it up 10 years ago, when the union turned 60, and his words are just as fitting today: “The SIU remains dedicated to providing jobs and job security to its membership. That is something that never has changed, and it never will change.” 1938 – American Federation of Labor (AFL) presents an international charter for mariners to Harry Lundeberg on October 14. The union is known as the Seafarers International Union of North America (SIUNA). It consists of three separate districts: Atlantic, Gulf and Great Lakes, which will be referred to as SIU. Department to give maritime-related unions equal status with the Building Trades and Metal Trades departments. The SIU shuts down the nation’s ports with a general strike when negotiated wage increases are rejected by the federal Wage Stabilization Board. After eight days, the board approves the increases, which match those approved for West Coast unions, and the strike is called off. 1939 – First contracts with shipping companies (Savannah Line, P&O Steamship and Colonial Navigation) are signed. Among the issues won by members are overtime pay for work on Saturday afternoons, Sundays and holidays, two weeks of vacation and hiring through the union hall. Union gains war bonuses for crews sailing into dangerous zones. Also, delegates from the Atlantic, Gulf and Great Lakes districts approve the SIU’s first constitution. 1940 – SIU’s Atlantic and Gulf districts merge after ratification by membership. The SIU overwhelmingly wins an NLRB-conducted representation election for the crew of Calmar Line vessels. 1941 – John “Whitey” Hawk is elected to head the SIU Atlantic and Gulf District as its secretary-treasurer. A German submarine sinks the SIU-crewed SS Robin Moor on May 21, the first time an American-flag vessel is torpedoed. Crew members were given 20 minutes to abandon ship. 1942 – The SIUNA holds its first convention. Harry Lundeberg is elected president. The SIU joins with the Sailors’ Union of the Pacific to oppose attacks on the Jones Act, the nation’s freight cabotage law. War Shipping Administration takes control of U.S.-flag merchant fleet. 1943 – Union members continue war effort risking life SIU’s first president Harry Lundeberg visits the crew on the Invader in 1942. and injury to deliver needed supplies to troops around the globe. 1944 – SIU fights effort by Maritime War Emergency Board to cut mariners’ wages. With bonuses and overtime included, the average seaman’s salary is $32.25 a week. The SIU opens its new building at 51 Beaver Street, combining the New York hiring hall with the Atlantic and Gulf District headquarters. 1945 – The SIU creates the position of Director of Organizing to prepare for the battle to recruit new members and sign non-union companies at the war’s end. New York Port Agent Paul Hall is appointed. The SIU and other maritime unions fight an attempt by the U.S. Coast Guard to control the U.S.-flag merchant fleet in peacetime. The campaign to represent crews aboard the Isthmian fleet begins. 1946 – Membership approves committee to investigate the possibility of establishing an upgrading training school in New Orleans. Voting for representation begins aboard Isthmian ships. The AFL creates the Maritime Trades The New York union hall, shown in 1946, also housed SIU headquarters. October 2008 This World War II Memorial to SIU members is located in Piney Point, Md. 1947 – Paul Hall is elected to secretary-treasurer of SIU, the union’s highest position. The SIU wins the campaign to represent Isthmian crews and signs a contract with the company, completing the two-year campaign. Seafarers march with members of the United Financial Employees to help them in their strike against the New York Cotton Exchange. This began the SIU’s commitment to helping other non-maritime unions in time of need. 1948 – Cities Service unlicensed tanker crews vote for SIU representation with more than 83 percent saying yes to the union. The vote followed a yearlong organizing effort which met with stiff opposition from the company. However, labor laws call for another ballot to be conducted. New agreements with contracted companies retain the union hiring hall, a major issue during the negotiations. 1949 – The forerunner of today’s United Industrial Workers (UIW) is chartered by the SIU as the Marine Allied Workers Division. The SIUNA charters the SIU of Canada to restore democratic trade unionism in that country following threats of a communist takeover. Despite the anti-union campaign waged by Cities Service, 89 percent of the crew again voted for SIU representation. The company continues to fight despite NLRB certification that the SIU is the bargaining agent. Congress passes separate bill backed by the SIU calling for 50 percent of military cargo going to non-communist A lifeboat class in New York Seafarers LOG 13 �50928x2:January 08 9/29/2008 7:02 PM Page 14 countries as well as 50 percent of goods headed to Europe under the Marshall Plan to be carried aboard U.S.-flag, U.S.-crewed vessels. lent of two weeks’ vacation pay for each 12 months of service. Union headquarters moves from Manhattan to 675 Fourth Avenue in Brooklyn. eliminate cargo preference provisions for carrying American grain to the Soviet Union. President Lyndon Johnson creates the Maritime Advisory Committee. 1950 – The SIU becomes the first mariners’ union to negotiate a company-financed welfare plan for its members. The plan would provide Seafarers with a $500 death benefit and $7 per week hospital benefits. Just days before a Senate hearing looking into Cities Service’s anti-union campaign, the company signs a contract with the SIU, thus ending the union’s four-year effort to organize the tanker fleet. Korean Conflict begins and SIU-crewed ships are delivering the goods to U.S. troops. 1952 – The first of three projected upgrading schools opens for Seafarers. Operating out of headquarters in Brooklyn, the first class qualifies members to obtain their AB certificates. Plans call for training to start soon for both engine and steward department members. Welfare plan expanded to include maternity and disability benefits. SIU membership overwhelmingly approves new constitution. Union implements scholarship program for members and their dependents. 1965 – SIU fights attempts to weaken the Jones Act by allowing foreign-flag vessels to enter the Puerto RicanU.S. mainland trade. The SIUNA testifies before Congress on the need to build new U.S.-flag bulk carriers to make the fleet more competitive in the world market. Training programs operating under as the Andrew Furuseth Training School change their name to the Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship in memory of the SIUNA founder. 1953 – Two unions join the growing ranks of the SIUNA: the Marine Firemen, Oilers and Watertenders Union (MFOW) and the Marine Cooks and Stewards (MC&S). AFL calls on the Seafarers to help in the creation of a new longshoremen’s union after the International Longshoremen’s Association is removed from the national labor federation on corruption charges. 1966 – As the war in Vietnam calls for an increase in shipping, the SIU works with MEBA-District 2 to enable engine department Seafarers to upgrade their skills and obtain an engineer’s license. SIU meets the manpower need created when vessels are broken out for the war effort. 1951 – The SIU gains an industry-wide vacation plan for its members. The program provides for the equiva- 1954 – SIU protests the transfer of 80 U.S.-flag Liberty ships (including 26 under contract to the SIU) to runaway flags by the U.S. maritime administrator. The union terms the action a “torpedo to the midships of the American Merchant Marine” because it not only means the loss of thousands of American jobs but also places the vessels in competition with the U.S. fleet. Frank Drozak (left), the union’s third president, is pictured with Sen. Joseph Biden during MTD meetings in 1987 in Bal Harbour, Fla. 1967 – U.S. Coast Guard approves lifeboat training offered by the Lundeberg School. SIU President Hall 1955 – The SIU adopts its seniority system of A, B and C book membership. Welfare plan expands to include hospital and surgical benefits as well as doctors’ visits at home for spouses and dependents. Union negotiates an industrywide health and safety plan to establish clinics in all ports. The SUP, MFOW and MC&S – all SIUNA affiliates –begin work as the SIU Pacific District. Andrew Furuseth Training School opens in Mobile, Ala., to go along with upgrading facilities in Brooklyn and New Orleans. The AFL merges with the Congress of Industrial Organizations to form the AFL-CIO. 1956 – Dr. Joseph B. Logue named medical director of the Seafarers Welfare Plan Medical Program. First of four health centers is ready to open near the Brooklyn headquarters. The SIU, maritime labor and the shipping industry defeat a proposal in the Senate to weaken the nation’s cargo preference laws. The hospital ship Comfort is crewed by SIU CIVMARS. 1957 – SIUNA Founder and President Harry Lundeberg dies. SIU Secretary-Treasurer Paul Hall elected to replace him. Brooklyn clinic opens; others set for Baltimore, Mobile and New Orleans. Members’ families are eligible to use the facility. 1958 – Optical benefits for members cover free eye exams and glasses. The SIU and National Maritime Union (NMU) launch campaign to combat runaway-flag shipping situation with the help of the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF). The Great Lakes District votes to affiliate with the Atlantic and Gulf District. SIU and NMU members picketing in support of a higher minimum wage 1959 – SIU implements blood bank program for members and their families. The union provides additional training facilities at headquarters so members can obtain lifeboat tickets. Also, ordinary seamen and wipers are given upgrading opportunities. SIU headquarters moved to Maryland in 1982. 1960 – The membership approves a revision to the SIU constitution. Under the changes, the membership meetings will be held monthly, the presiding officer’s title goes from secretary-treasurer to president and the district’s name becomes the Seafarers International Union Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District (AGLIWD). A committee of galley gang members recommends creation of a recertification program for chief stewards. 1961 – SIU optical plan coverage expanded to include members’ spouses and dependents. Welfare plan now includes provisions for Seafarers who become sick or injured off the job. Union negotiates first pension plan for deep sea members. Aboard the Steel Maker in 1953 1962 – Agreement allows SIU-contracted ship to carry fresh canned milk, now available because of technology changes, aboard vessels. This means steward departments will not have to take chances by purchasing milk in foreign lands. First steward recertification class gets under way at headquarters. SIU marches with other maritime unions in support of ILA strike in Atlantic and Gulf ports. 1963 – SIU-crewed Floridian strafed by Cuban jets 50 miles north of the island nation. Seafarers fly to Germany to crew the world’s largest cable ship, the Long Lines. The SIU wins the first union contract to cover crew members aboard an oceanographic research vessel, ending a three-day strike aboard the Anton Brunn. An early union meeting 14 Seafarers LOG 1964 – The union begins its seniority upgrading program so B book members can gain their A books. The SIU attacks efforts by the U.S. government and grain companies to The Horizon Falcon announces the purchase of property in southern Maryland to serve as a consolidated training center for SIU members. The Lundeberg School moves to Piney Point, Md., where members can upgrade their skills and newcomers can learn the skills to become mariners. 1968 – Campaign launched by the SIU and MTD to rebuild the U.S.-flag merchant fleet. Union blasts cuts in federal budget directed at the Maritime Administration as reflecting “a lack of awareness of maritime’s essential role in our defense efforts and our peacetime economy.” 1969 – Members concur with a headquarters resolution to create a ship’s committee – composed of a chairman, secretary and delegate from each of the three departments – aboard each SIU-contracted vessel and to hold regular shipboard meetings. The Nixon administration October 2008 �50928x:January 08 9/26/2008 10:39 PM Page 15 unveils its maritime program. It is designed to build new ships, encourage increased private investment and guarantee more government cargo for U.S.-flag vessels. 1970 – Congress passes and President Richard Nixon signs into law the Merchant Marine Act of 1970, the first major piece of maritime legislation enacted since 1936. The measure calls for 300 ships to be built. The Lundeberg School institutes a reading program to help members who are slow readers increase their literacy skills. The school also is accredited by the state of Maryland to conduct high school diploma equivalency (GED) tests. The union commences a series of crew and pensioner conferences. 1971 – SIU and MTD fend off congressional attacks on both Jones Act and funding for U.S. Public Health Service Hospitals. Congress approves law that eliminates the need of mariners to pay withholding tax in more than one state. SIU-contracted companies Waterman Steamship and Delta Steamship receive subsidies to build new vessels under provisions of the 1970 Merchant Marine Act. 1975 – Alcohol Rehabilitation Center opens in Valley Lee, Md., near the campus of the Lundeberg School. The crew of the SIU-contracted Mayaquez is held captive for 72 hours by Cambodian rebels. The crew was released unharmed following action by U.S. armed forces. QMED upgraders can take advantage of new shipboard automation course at Piney Point. 1976 – Following a vote of the memberships, the Inland Boatmen’s Union merges with the AGLIWD. SIU signs vacation plan with Steuart Petroleum, the first in the inland industry. 1977 – Seafarers crew the first LNG carrier built in the Western Hemisphere, the LNG Aquarius, constructed at the shipyard in Quincy, Mass. Later in the year, SIU members climb the ladder aboard the first privately constructed and operated hopper dredge, the Manhattan Island. SIU-crewed tankers carry some of the first loads from the Trans-Alaska pipeline. Sea-Land’s Galveston transported the first oil from the pipeline in a 30-gallon drum to Seattle where the crude was divided into souvenirs. 1978 – MC&S votes to merge with the AGLIWD, the first time East Coast and West Coast shipboard jurisdiction is united. Coast Guard recognizes upgrading time at Lundeberg School for on-the-job credit. New three-year pact with Interstate Oil Transport establishes new benefits for inland members, including major medical coverage for dependents. aboard Lavino Shipping oceanographic vessels. 1987 – The AGLIWD and SIU of Canada along with other shipping unions and companies urge representatives from the two countries to keep the nations’ maritime laws out of a U.S.-Canada free trade agreement. The Overseas Joyce becomes the first U.S.-crewed (and SIU-crewed) car carrier to bring Japanese automobiles to America. 1988 – SIUNA and SIU President Frank Drozak succumbs to cancer. Michael Sacco succeeds him as the head of both organizations. After many years of fighting, World War II-era mariners are granted veterans’ status. However, the action is limited to sailing between December 7, 1941 and August 15, 1945 rather than December 31, 1946, as is the case for other veterans. 1989 – SIU-crewed vessels deliver food and other aid to former Communist-bloc countries in Eastern Europe as the Iron Curtain comes down. The grounding of the Exxon Valdez (crewed by what amounted to a company union) in Valdez, Alaska, sets in motion a series of new regulations that will affect Seafarers for years to come. The Lundeberg School initiates an oil spill prevention and containment course. 1979 – Seafarers crew UST Atlantic, the largest vessel built in the Western Hemisphere, at the Newport News (Va.) shipyard. Great Lakes members man the new thousandfooter, Indiana Harbor. The Coast Guard backs off its attempt to eliminate a certified tankerman as part of crew on tank barges under tow. The SIU had been fighting this action for five years. The SIUNA-affiliated Atlantic Fishermen’s Union merges with the AGLIWD. A change in the SIU Welfare Plan allows members to use either the U.S. Public Health Service hospital or a private facility for covered care. Fire Fighting training at the Joseph Sacco Fire Fighting and Safety School at the Paul Hall Center Seafarers on parade during Memorial Day ceremonies in Washington, D.C., in 2007 1980 – SIUNA and SIU President Paul Hall passes away. Frank Drozak takes the helm of both organizations. Seafarers climb the ladder for the first diesel-powered SeaLand containership, the Sea-Land Patriot. On June 21, the SIU-crewed Oceanic Independence set sail from Honolulu, marking the return of the U.S.-flag to deep sea passenger ships after a nearly 10-year absence. Crewmembers train at Piney Point prior to manning vessel. The Overseas Houston is part of a new tanker build program. 1981 – AFL-CIO announces support for five-point U.S.-flag program to increase manpower and vessels in fleet. Reagan administration eliminates U.S. Public Health Service hospitals from budget, cuts funding for new vessels called for in 1970 Merchant Marine Act. Seafarers Welfare Plan restructures because of the loss of the hospitals, which had provided treatment for mariners since the start of the nation. The SIUNA-affiliated Military Sea Transport Union merges with the AGLIWD. 1982 – Union headquarters moves from Brooklyn to the Washington, D.C. suburb of Camp Springs, Md. in order to be closer to the government to continue the fight for a strong U.S.-flag merchant fleet. 1983 – The Lundeberg School continues to meet the everchanging needs of the maritime industry. The first shiphandling simulator is installed while basic and advanced computer training is offered. But the change that caught the eyes of most in Piney Point was the opening of the six-story, 300-room Seafarers Training and Recreation Center. The Reagan administration completely eliminates the shipbuilding provisions of the 1970 Merchant Marine Act from the budget. SIU-contracted NY Waterway ferries were on hand to help evacuate workers who were in New York City during the September 11, 2001 terrorist attack. 1972 – Bilateral agreement reached between U.S. and Soviet Union calls for one-third of cargo between two nations to be carried aboard U.S.-flag vessels. New, faster containerships – the SL-7s – begin sailing with Seafarers as the crew. 1973 – The bosun recertification program begins at the Lundeberg School. Seafarers take over as the crew for formerly military-manned Military Sealift Command tankers. Legislation approved to start work on TransAlaska oil pipeline. President Nixon addresses SIUNA convention, reaffirming his strong support for the U.S.flag fleet. 1974 – Lundeberg School launches training program for liquified natural gas (LNG) tankers. SIU fights for oil cargo preference legislation. The measure is passed by Congress, but vetoed by President Gerald Ford. October 2008 1984 – SIU members crew a series of military supply and prepositioning vessels, including the fast sealift ships (former SL-7s). Members attending a deep sea crew conference and an inland conference outline a series of proposals designed to carry the SIU into the future. Among the calls adopted by the union was a change in pension credits for members who have sailed more than 3,000 days; the need for continued grassroots support as well as contributions to the Seafarers Political Action Donation (SPAD); a standardized set of procedures for obtaining military contracts; and supporting the union’s effort to organize the unorganized. 1985 – The union moved forward by continuing to crew military-support vessels, thus providing new jobs for members. The Lundeberg School updates its curriculum to include courses that will assist Seafarers working on these vessels, including underway replenishment, crane operations and helicopter operations. 1986 – The SIU works with others in labor, maritime, environment and consumer groups to defeat a proposed oil pipeline from Baton Rogue, La., to Fort Lauderdale, Fla. The effort saves hundreds of jobs in the tanker industry. The union gains recognition to represent the unlicensed crews Crowley continues to add new tonnage. 1990 – Seafarers respond to the nation’s call to sail materiel to U.S. troops stationed in Saudi Arabia after Iraq overruns Kuwait. The Maritime Administration breaks out the Ready Reserve Force fleet, but no SIUcrewed vessel sails shorthanded. The union works with the Bush administration to keep maritime out of the world trade talks, known as the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT). 1991 – The Persian Gulf War lasts 43 days as United Nations (UN) forces repel Iraq from Kuwait. Seafarers continue to supply troops in the region and then return the goods when the fighting is over. The action of the U.S.-flag fleet draws high praise from government and military officials. It also calls attention to the need to revitalize the fleet. Donning the union’s traditional white caps, SIU members march with the U.S. armed forces in the national victory parade in Washington, D.C. On the anniversary of Paul Hall’s birth, the grounds of the Lundeberg School are named in memory of the late SIU president – the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education. The Seafarers Welfare Plan holds benefits conferences in each of the union’s ports. The SIU, along with the other maritime unions, sues the Coast Guard to prevent the implementation of user fees for zcards. Seafarers LOG 15 �50928x:January 08 9/26/2008 10:39 PM Page 16 1992 – In testimony before Congress, the Bush administration outlines a program to revitalize the U.S.-flag merchant fleet. Seafarers crew two new cable ships, the Global Sentinel and the Global Mariner. SIU Pacific District members climb aboard the first new containership built in the U.S. since 1987, the R.J. Pfeiffer. UIW members win campaign to keep Queen Mary in Long Beach, where they work aboard the hotel. Nearly 20 SIU-crewed vessels are deployed to Somalia to assist a U.S.-led, UN relief effort to the war-torn nation. 1993 – The House of Representatives passes a maritime revitalization bill. Negotiations for the new standard tanker and freightship agreements lift the cap on pensions for eligible Seafarers. Mariners aboard 16 Dyn Marine oil spill response vessels vote to join the SIU. Center opens the world-class Joseph Sacco Fire Fighting and Safety School. SIU crews continue supplying materiel to U.S. troops stationed in the Persian Gulf and the Balkans. SIU and NMU members vote to proceed with talks for a proposed merger. 2000 – The Paul Hall Center installs a new simulator, opens a safety school in Honolulu and announces planned construction of single-occupancy dorm rooms on the Piney Point, Md., campus. The union opens new halls in Baltimore and Guam and completely refurbishes the facility in Wilmington, Calif. It was a huge year for new job opportunities, as SIU-contracted companies either begin operating or announce plans to build no fewer than 20 new ships, Z- 2004 – SIU members continue delivering the goods in the next phases of Operation Iraqi Freedom as well as in Operation Enduring Freedom. NCL America’s Pride of Aloha sets sail in July. Construction continues on the first two T-AKE vessels, to be crewed by CIVMARS. Seafarers reelect Michael Sacco as union president in an election that ends Dec. 31, 2004. The union wins organizing campaigns in Philadelphia, San Juan and Cleveland. Health care benefits dominate contract talks across the country (for all unions). The U.S. Merchant Marine is included in the new National World War II Memorial. The SIU pushes for enactment of the Employee Free Choice Act. The union mourns the losses of retired Vice President West Coast George McCartney; Major Ken Conklin, founder of the Paul Hall Center’s trainee program; Ed Turner, retired executive vice president; Steve Edney, retired UIW national director; Keith Terpe, retired SIU of Puerto Rico president; and others. 1994 – President Bill Clinton becomes the first U.S. chief executive to tour the Paul Hall Center when he attends a luncheon at the facility. Seafarers crew vessels assisting U.S. troops in Haiti restoring democracy to the Caribbean nation. SIU members also sail to the Persian Gulf to support the nation’s armed forces when Iraq threatens to invade Kuwait. Union members play an active role in oil spill clean-up operations in San Juan and Houston. The Clinton administration unveils a new maritime revitalization program. Although it passes the House, it is blocked by farm-state legislators in the Senate. Boatmen for New Orleans-based E.N. Bisso Co. vote for SIU representation. The Lundeberg School conducts EPA-approved refrigerant handling courses in each of the union’s ports. 1995 – Congress passes and President Clinton signs SIU-supported legislation allowing the export of Alaskan North Slope oil as long as it is carried aboard U.S.-flag tankers. More new jobs along the rivers are created when the paddlewheel steamboat American Queen begins sailing. The vessel is the first overnight passenger ship built in a U.S. yard in 40 years. Seafarers crew the first two Army prepositioning ships, the SP5 Eric G. Gibson and the LTC Calvin P. Titus. 1996 – Congress passes and President Clinton signs the Maritime Security Act of 1996, a 10-year, $1 billion maritime revitalization program that will help fund approximately 50 militarily useful U.S.-flag vessels. Seafarers meet with, call and write members of Congress to express support for the nation’s cabotage laws. Members ratify new five-year standard tanker and freightship agreements that include a money purchase pension plan, 100 percent medical coverage for Seafarers and their dependents, dental coverage for dependents, wage increases and much more. The Maritime Administration announces a program to build five double-hulled tankers in U.S. shipyards. SIU members will crew the ships. The SIU-crewed American Queen and American Republic carry the Olympic torch in preparation for the Atlanta games. 1997 – The Paul Hall Center overhauls its curriculum to meet the needs of Seafarers for the 21st century. The center develops and issues a Coast Guard-approved Training Record Book to help members satisfy the requirements of the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for mariners (STCW). The Paul Hall Center launches an LNG recertification program and tankerman (PIC) barge course. The steward department upgrading schedule is rewritten. Finally, the school creates an all-new, ninemonth unlicensed apprentice program for people entering the maritime profession to replace the old trainee program. Seafarers crew the first three of eight newly built prepositioning ships to be operated by Maersk Lines. Other new jobs are provided by several reflagged vessels as well as new Crowley tractor tugs. The SIU launches its web site, www.seafarers.org. 1998 – SIUNA and NMU announce talks under way to affiliate NMU with SIUNA. Seafarers Welfare Plan initiates prescription plan that eliminates out-of-pocket expenses for qualified pensioners. SIU joins fight with other unions to stop nationwide effort to limit the ability of the labor movement to participate in political activities. Paul Hall Center breaks ground for state-of-the-art firefighting school, named in memory of the late SIU Executive Vice President Joseph Sacco. WWII mariners scored another overdue victory when the cutoff date for veterans’ recognition was extended to match that which applies to the armed forces. 1999 – SIU members climb the gangways to new car carries (the Green Dale and the Tanabata) as well as other new vessels. Expansion of the U.S.-flag cruise ship fleet becomes more promising as the president of American Classic Voyages and the president of Ingalls Shipbuilding sign a contract in the U.S. Capitol to build two vessels for the Hawaiian trades. The Paul Hall 16 Seafarers LOG bill that includes a 10-year extension of the U.S. Maritime Security Program. The SIU makes no fewer than 20 additions to its contracted fleet. More jobs are on the horizon as Norwegian Cruise Lines unveils plans to start a U.S.-flag division. In an historic decision, consolidation of the east and west coast CIVMAR units is approved by the Federal Labor Relations Authority – benefiting both mariners and the agency. The union opens a new hall in Joliet, Ill. The Paul Hall Center, SIU and Secretary of Labor Elaine Chao make history in developing and approving the first ever National Apprenticeship Standards for the maritime industry. The SIUNA welcomes the AMO as its newest autonomous affiliate. The USNS Red Cloud offloads materiel in Operation Iraqi Freedom. Seafarers have been vital in delivering the goods to our troops fighting wars. drive tugs and ATBs. (Editor’s note: The nation somehow survived widespread concern about the so-called Y2K bug, which turned out to be not much of a problem after all.) 2001 – SIU members are among the first to respond to the terrorist attacks of September 11. Seafarers aboard NY Waterway ferries transport an estimated 168,000 people from lower Manhattan, while members of the union’s Government Services Division crew up the hospital ship USNS Comfort when it activates in response to the attacks. Earlier in the year, the NMU merges into the SIU, following approval by the memberships of both unions. Intermittent merger talks between the two unions had gone on since the mid-1950s. Seafarers welcome numerous gains that were secured in new contracts, including the new standard freightship and tanker agreements. Members crew up newly contracted military support ships and other new vessels. The U.S. Coast Guard approves the Paul Hall Center’s new global marine distress and safety system (GMDSS) course. 2002 – Seafarers support U.S. troops involved in Operation Enduring Freedom. The union stands up for mariners’ rights during hearings and forums in the U.S. and abroad examining port and shipboard security – a result of September 11. The union gains jobs aboard military support ships, passenger ferries, a hopper dredge, a heavy-lift ship and an oceanographic survey vessel, among others. SIU members perform several daring rescues at sea. The union continues its work with the ITF. The Seafarers Pension Plan issues check No. 1 million. Work is completed on the new hotel near the Paul Hall Memorial Library. 2003 – More than 2,000 Seafarers crew up dozens of RRF ships and mobilize prepositioning vessels in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. President Bush signs a Defense 2005 – The year begins with Seafarers mobilizing to support victims of the tsunami which struck in the last days of the prior year, and ends with members still on duty in the U.S. Gulf Coast where they helped provide relief for hurricane victims. SIU members continue sailing in OIF and OEF. SIU-contracted OSG announces it will operate 10 new tankers to be built in Philadelphia. NCL America launches the Pride of America. Matson orders two additional containerships, while the second and third Alaska class tankers are delivered. The union establishes the Seafarers Disaster Relief Fund. The Paul Hall Center’s vessel security officer (VSO) course becomes the first such curriculum approved by the U.S. Maritime Administration. Adjustments administered to benefits through the SHBP reflect a nationwide crisis. SIU Executive Vice President John Fay dies at age 73. 2006 – President Bush delivers his Labor Day address at the Paul Hall Center. U.S. Shipping Partners and NASSCO announce plans to build nine tankers. Horizon Lines reveals plans to charter five new U.S.-flag ships for 12-year terms. NCL America adds the Pride of Hawaii to its fleet. Crowley christens the first of six new 185,000barrel ATBs. Seafarers continue supporting our troops and are recognized in ceremonies conducted by MarAd and MSC. Seafarers approve new standard contracts that improve wages, maintain medical benefits and preserve jobs. CIVMARS crew up new ammunition ships. More than 7,000 students train at the Paul Hall Center. Assistant Vice President Contracts Steve Judd, 45, and retired Vice President Contracts Angus “Red” Campbell, 84, are among those mourned by the union. 2007 – The SIU introduces a 401(k) savings plan. Seafarers climb the gangways to new ships and replacement tonnage including the first three Veteran class tankers, the third and fourth T-AKE ships and five new Horizon vessels. Delegates to the SIUNA convention plot a course consistent with the event’s theme: Mapping Out a Brighter Future. They reelect Michael Sacco as president. The union continues to weigh in on the new Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) program. The Paul Hall Center celebrates its 40th anniversary. MSC approves the school’s helo fire fighting training. The school upgrades its simulators and makes other improvements. The Horizon Falcon rescues Chinese sailors in the North Pacific. 2008 – Seafarers deliver life-saving MRAPS for our troops. CIVMARS perform rescues at sea. Progress continues in the new tanker build programs in San Diego and Philadelphia. Maersk Line, Limited adds three new vessels. The Paul Hall Center begins offering online courses. During MTD meetings, U.S. military leaders powerfully declare support for the U.S. Merchant Marine. More new tankers and T-AKE ships are delivered. Alaska Tanker Company achieves safety milestone of 12 million man hours without a lost-time injury. The USNS Mercy begins a fourth-month humanitarian mission. The TWIC deadline for CIVMARS is extended to April 2009. Hawaii Superferry’s Alakai joins the SIU-crewed fleet. Certain Paul Hall Center courses are approved for college credits. The union endorses Senator Barack Obama for president. October 2008 �50928x:January 08 9/26/2008 10:39 PM Page 17 Important Notice to CIVMARS On August 28, 2008 the union was notified by the Military Sealift Command (MSC) that approximately 1,400 CIVMARS were affected by a personal and financial information breach. The breach occurred when SF 50 forms (a basic personnel form that includes Social Security numbers, names, addresses, wages and other detailed personal information) was sent to wrong addresses. Protecting your credit is very important. A compromised credit report may affect your ability to obtain or keep a security clearance. Failure to maintain good credit may also affect your ability to get a mortgage, financing for other purchases or may drive up the interest rate for these items, since it is difficult to obtain credit without a good credit rating. If you are a victim of identity theft or if you think that you may become a victim, there are steps that you can take to protect your credit rating, some of which are spelled out in this notice. The union immediately requested that Military Sealift Fleet Support Command (MSFSC) take a number of actions to protect all the CIVMARS affected by this breach. In summary, the union requested a) that MSC implement a credit monitoring program for all affected CIVMARS; b) that MSC pay for a credit security “freeze” for each affected CIVMAR, or reimburse each CIVMAR for the cost of such freeze and associated costs of the credit freeze process; c) that MSC provide assurances to the union that each affected CIVMAR’s security clearances will not be affected by the unauthorized disclosures of personal and financial information in the SF 50s; and d) that CIVMARS be afforded sufficient official time and access to computers aboard vessels to monitor their credit. As a result of strong, timely union advocacy, MSC has agreed to implement the credit monitoring program for affected CIVMARS. Please note that MSC has advised the union that they have determined that no West Coast CIVMARS were affected by this breach in personal information. The union is waiting to hear what other steps MSC will be taking and we anticipate that there will be continued changes to this situation. As a result of MSC’s failure to implement certain protections for CIVMARS, the union has filed grievances in the hope that MSC will take appropriate action, and if not, request that an arbitrator award CIVMARS the protections the union has requested and provide a monetary award under the Privacy Act. The results of these grievances may take time. The SIU wants to assist affected CIVMARS. The union would like you to know that there are ways you can protect yourself now. Here are the steps you can take. Review Your Credit Reports Regularly To protect yourself against identity theft you should regularly review your consumer credit reports for suspicious activity utilizing the credit monitoring service MSC has agreed to purchase. If you need further assistance you can also contact your union representative. Place a Fraud Alert on Your Credit Reports You can limit the likelihood of someone fraudulently opening credit in your name by requesting that a fraud alert be placed on your credit reports. By requesting a fraud alert, creditors who review your report will know that you either suspect identity theft or are actually a victim of identity theft. Knowing this, creditors are less likely to open a new account without first verifying the identity of the person applying for credit. There are two types of fraud alerts. You may place a 90day fraud alert on your credit reports or you may place a seven-year fraud alert on your credit reports. By requesting a seven-year alert you also will be removed from various telephone and mailing marketing lists for a period of five years. To request a fraud alert you need only contact one of the three credit reporting services. They will notify the other two. Placing a Security Freeze on Your Credit Reports A security freeze is a very high level of identity theft protection. You will not need to check your credit reports as often if you place a security freeze on your credit reports. You can prevent someone from fraudulently opening credit in your name by requesting that a security freeze be placed on your credit report. When you “freeze” your report, creditors will not have access to your credit information. Since creditors will not issue new credit to someone without first reviewing his or her credit report, an imposter will be unable to obtain credit using your name. When you request a security freeze, the credit reporting service will issue you a unique Personal Identification Number. With your PIN you can “thaw” or lift the security freeze for a particular creditor or specific period of time. In most states, you can place a security freeze on your report free of charge if you have been a victim of identity theft. However, if you only suspect identify theft, you may have to pay a fee to “freeze” and “thaw” your credit report. The exact amount that you may be charged depends on the state where you live. Visit http://www.consumersunion.org/campaigns//learn_more/ 003484indiv.html for more information on security freeze fees. Other Steps to Protect Yourself Monitor bank and credit-card accounts regularly to spot any questionable charges and report them immediately. You October 2008 can spot fraud more quickly by checking online instead of waiting for monthly statements. Open what appears to be credit-card junk mail before tossing it. Make sure that it isn’t a letter alerting you about new accounts opened in your name or an address change that you haven’t authorized. Don’t carry your Social Security card in your wallet. Shred documents with personally identifying information, such as driver ’s license and financial-account numbers, before discarding them. Helpful Resources Credit reporting services and addresses: Equifax: 1-888-567-8688 Equifax Credit Information Services, Inc P.O. Box 740241 Atlanta, GA 30374 TransUnion Fraud Victim Assistance Department P.O. Box 6790 Fullerton, CA 92834 Victim Assistance Department: 1-800-680-7289 Experian: 1-888-397-3742 To receive your free annual MIB consumer file compiled by US life insurance companies go to www.mib.com or call 866-692-6901. If you find lists of medical conditions and tests that do not belong to you, this may be an indication of ID theft. To stop prescreened credit card offers, call toll free: 888-567-8688 To be removed from many lists for marketing mail, calls and email, visit: h t t p : / / w w w. d m a c o n s u m e r s . o r g / c g i / o f f m a i l i n g l i s t h t t p : / / w w w. d m a c o n s u m e r s . o r g / c g i / o f f t e l e p h o n e http://www.dmaconsumers.org/consumers/optoutform_emps.shtml For information on the federal “Do Not Call” list to avoid telemarketer calls, see: https://www.donotcall.gov/default.aspx Privacy Rights Clearinghouse step-by-step information for identity theft victims: http://www.privacyrights.org/identity.htm; http://www.privacyrights.org/fs/fs17-it.htm. For information in Spanish for victims of identity theft: http://www.privacyrights.org/spanish/pi17(g).htm. Para información en español para victimas del robo de identidad: http://www.privacyrights.org/spanish/pi17(g).htm. Privacy Rights Clearinghouse (a nonprofit organization) provides more in-depth information at: http://www.privacyrights.org/fs/fs17a.htm Federal Trade Commission toll-free consumer identity theft hotline: 877-IDTHEFT or (877) 438-4338; http://www.consumer.gov/idtheft (online consumer complaint form). Comprehensive consumer brochures for ID theft prevention and for victims of identity theft: http://www.ftc.gov/bcp/conline/pubs/credit/idtheftmini.ht m, http://www.ftc.gov/bcp/conline/pubs/credit/idtheft.htm If you need additional assistance you can call or email your union representatives: Kate Hunt: khunt@seafarers.org, 718-499-6600 Ext: 223 Maurice Cokes rcokes@seafarers.org, 757-575-9716 USNS Pathfinder Participates in Demonstration The U.S. Military Sealift Command oceanographic survey ship USNS Pathfinder, operated by Seafarerscontracted Horizon Lines, finished a 10-day demonstration of at-sea capabilities on the Black Sea with Ukraine’s Department of Underwater Heritage Sept. 17. During the demonstration, civilian surveyors from the Naval Oceanographic Office Institute for Exploration and Ukraine’s Department of Underwater Heritage were scheduled to work together to search for downed vessels. According to the Institute for Exploration’s preliminary cruise report, at least 15 shipwrecks were identified during the mission, including German World War II submarine U-18 and World War I Russian minelayer RUS Prut. U-18 was the first target the oceanographers identified using underwater video capabilities with a remotely operated vehicle, or ROV. The Pathfinder is one of seven oceanographic survey ships operated by Horizon for MSC. These noncombatant ships are a unique part of the U.S. Navy’s fleet tasked with learning more about the world’s oceans and undersea environment, according to the agency. “For the crew, this is an opportunity to take the ship somewhere we have not been before, and that is always a very exciting event,” said the Pathfinder’s civilian master, Capt. Troy Erwin. “The data we will collect in Ukrainian territorial waters will improve the navigation- The SIU-crewed USNS Pathfinder is operated by Horizon Lines. al accuracy of charts used in this area for many ships.” In May 2008, the Pathfinder collaborated with Estonian naval forces to search for the Kaleva, a commercial aircraft that exploded over the Gulf of Finland after taking off from the Tallinn airport in June 1940. The Naval Oceanographic Office employs approximately 1,100 civilian, military and contract personnel and is responsible for providing oceanographic products and services to the U.S. Department of Defense. Paul Hall Center Offers Career Advancement The SIU-affiliated Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md., offers the most U.S. Coast Guard-approved courses of any maritime school in the nation. The center features top-notch training from experienced instructors and state-of-the-art equipment and facilities. The school offers courses for mariners sailing in the deck, engine and steward departments. Below is a quick look at one of those classes. For more information about the center and its courses, contact the Admissions Office, Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education, P.O. Box 75, Piney Point, MD 20674-0075; call (301) 994-0010; or visit the Paul Hall Center section of www.seafarers.org. Course dates are listed on page 25 of this issue of the LOG and also are carried on the web site. Deck Department Spotlight Apprentice Mate (Steersman) The Paul Hall Center’s 103-hour Apprentice Mate (Steersman), Near Coastal course is a self-certifying course for mariners who are employed, or may be employed, on uninspected towing vessels sailing under U.S. flag or registered/documented under any political subdivision in the United States. Training meets or exceeds requirements of 46 CFR 10.205(i) for original issuance or 46 CFR 10. 209(c)(iii) for renewal of a license as Apprentice Mate (Steersman) of Towing Vessels (Near Coastal and Great Lakes; —OR—(2) the examination requirements of 46 CFR 10.205(i) for original issuance or 46 CFR 10. 209(c)(iii) for renewal of a license as Master of Towing Vessels (Near Coastal and Great Lakes) provided that they also provide evidence of service in the towing industry before May 21, 2001, AND that the requirements of 46 CFR 10.464(h) are also met. After obtaining the requisite sea service and fulfilling other U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) requirements pertaining to this license, successful students will be able to take responsibility for the safety of an inspected towing vessel; be aware of obligations under Coast Guard regulations concerning safety and protection of passengers, crew, and the marine environment; and, be able to take the practical measures necessary to meet those obligations. Successful students will be issued a certificate of completion for an Apprentice Mate (Steersman), Near Coastal course. Prior to the scheduled class convening date, each candidate must meet the following entrance requirements: Successfully completed a USCG-approved STCW Basic Safety Training course; possess current U.S. Merchant Mariner Document (MMD) or USCG license; speak, read and understand the English language in accordance with 46 CFR 13.111; provide documented proof of fulfilling the physical examination requirements in accordance with 46 CFR 12.15-5; Fundamentals of Navigation OR equivalent course OR experience as determined by the instructor; valid Radar Observer Unlimited certificate; Able Seaman endorsement (any) Seafarers LOG 17 �50928x:January 08 9/26/2008 10:39 PM Page 18 Your Vote is Vital on November 4 Election Day, November 4, is a critical day for all Americans. It’s the day the nation’s citizens will decide the course of the country for years to come. This Election Day, America will not only select a president and vice president but also members of the Senate, House of Representatives and officials at the state and local levels. Seafarers understand how politics affects their livelihoods. They know it’s important to ask which candidates support the Jones Act, cargo preference and the Maritime Security Program. They know it’s vital to identify which candidates support working families. As always, the union encourages members to support pro-maritime, pro-labor candidates on Election Day. In addition to the information published on this page, Seafarers may take advantage of election-related resources offered on the internet. They include the AFLCIO web site, www.aflcio.org. Some issues and positions cited as critical by the federation include: The Employee Free Choice Act The AFL-CIO notes that America’s working families are struggling to make ends meet and the middle class is disappearing. The best opportunity working people have to get ahead economically is by joining together in unions to bargain with employers for better wages and benefits. But the current system for forming unions and bargaining is broken. Employers routinely intimidate, harass, coerce and even fire workers who try to form unions and bargain for economic wellbeing. The Employee Free Choice Act (H.R. 800, S. 1041) would level the playing field for workers and employers and restore our freedom to choose a union. Health Care America has a health care crisis. Forty-seven million Americans have no health insurance, while millions more are feeling the pressure of skyrocketing costs and inadequate coverage. The system needs serious, comprehensive reform that will provide guaranteed, affordable health care for all. Trade & Manufacturing U.S. trade deals in recent years have cost America’s workers millions of jobs and lowered living and working standards for workers globally. The next president must fight for a trade policy that supports working families here and abroad. Retirement Security After a lifetime of work, retirees deserve a basic level of security. But, employer-provided pensions are disappearing and Social Security is under threat. The next president must strengthen Social Security and not allow dangerous privatization schemes. Additionally, workers’ pensions and retirement savings must be protected. Education Every child deserves a world-class public education and access to affordable higher education. America's future – our ability to compete globally and grow economically – depends on what we’re willing to provide to our children. Where to Turn? There are resources available to help make the voting process easier. Two components of voting concerning members in the maritime industry are voter registration and absentee voting. The AFL-CIO’s web site contains a section titled Working Families Vote 2008. The section is an online center to provide a comprehensive voter guide that fosters civic participation among working people and encourages them to register and vote by informing and engaging them on key working family issues and the presidential candidates’ records and positions on the issues. The full web address is: https://ssl.capwiz.com/aflcio/e4/nvra/ Voters may also turn to the Federal Voting Assistance Program’s web site: www.fvap.gov The program helps military members, mariners and others who cannot vote in their state of residence register to vote and also provides assistance with absentee voting. Also, information on voter registration and absentee voting was sent to all SIU halls last month. State Voter Registration Deadlines Alabama - Friday, Oct. 24 Alaska - Sunday, Oct. 5 (postmark by Saturday, Oct. 4) Arizona - Monday, Oct. 6 Arkansas - Monday, Oct. 6 California - Monday, Oct. 20 Colorado - Monday, Oct. 6 Connecticut - Tuesday, Oct. 21 Delaware - Saturday, Oct. 11 District of Columbia - Monday, Oct. 6 Florida - Monday, Oct. 6 Georgia - Monday, Oct. 6 Hawaii - Monday, Oct. 6 Idaho - Register at Polls Illinois - Tuesday, Oct. 7 Indiana - Monday, Oct. 6 Iowa - Friday, Oct. 24 Kansas - Monday, Oct. 20 Kentucky - Monday, Oct. 6 Louisiana - Monday, Oct. 6 Maine - Tuesday, Oct. 21 Maryland - Tuesday, Oct. 14 Massachusetts - Wednesday, Oct. 15 Michigan - Monday, Oct. 6 Minnesota - Tuesday, Oct. 14 Mississippi - Monday, Oct. 6 Missouri - Wednesday, Oct. 8 Montana - Monday, Oct. 6 (or same day at elections office) Nebraska - Friday, Oct. 24 (mail by Fri, Oct. 17) Nevada - Tuesday, Oct. 14 New Hampshire - Same Day New Jersey - Tuesday, Oct. 14 New Mexico - Tuesday, Oct. 7 New York - Friday, Oct. 10 North Carolina - Friday, Oct. 10 North Dakota - N/A Are You Receiving All Your Important Mail? To help ensure that each active SIU member and pensioner receives the Seafarers LOG—as well as other important mail— correct home addresses must be on file with the union. Those who recently have moved or feel that they are not getting their union mail, should use the form at right to update their home addresses. An individual’s home address is his/her permanent address. Unless otherwise specified, this is where all official union documents will be sent. Individuals receiving more than one copy of the LOG, those who have changed their address and those whose names or addresses are misprinted or incomplete, should fill out the form and send it to: Seafarers International Union, Address Correction Dept., 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. Corrections via e-mail should be sent to kclements@seafarers.org 18 Seafarers LOG HOME ADDRESS FORM (Please Print) Name: ____________________________________________________________ Phone No.: ________________________________________________________ Address: __________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ Social Security No.: ________ / ________ / ________ Book No.: _________ Active SIU Pensioner Other ________________________ This will be my permanent address for all official union mailings. This address should remain in the union file unless otherwise changed by me personally. 10/08 Ohio - Monday, Oct. 6 Oklahoma - Friday, Oct. 10 Oregon - Tuesday, Oct. 14 Pennsylvania - Monday, Oct. 6 Rhode Island - Saturday, Oct. 4 South Carolina - Saturday, Oct. 4 South Dakota - Monday, Oct. 20 Tennessee - Monday, Oct. 6 Texas - Monday, Oct. 6 Utah - Monday, Oct. 6 or in person Tuesday, Oct. 28 Vermont - Wednesday, Oct. 29 Virginia - Monday, Oct. 6 Washington - Monday, Oct. 4 (or Mon, Oct. 20 in person) West Virginia - Wednesday, Oct. 15 Wisconsin - Wednesday, Oct. 15 (or Mon, Nov. 3 at office) Wyoming - Can register at polls SEAFARERS HEALTH AND BENEFITS PLAN — COBRA NOTICE Under federal law, a participant and his or her dependents have the right to elect to continue their Plan coverage in the event that they lose their eligibility. This right is granted by the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act, better known as “COBRA.” The COBRA law allows a participant and his or her dependents to temporarily extend their benefits at group rates in certain circumstances where coverage under the Plan would otherwise end. A participant and his or her dependents have a right to choose this continuation coverage if they lose their Plan coverage because the participant failed to meet the Plan’s seatime requirements. In addition, a participant and his or her dependents may have the right to choose continuation coverage if the participant becomes a pensioner ineligible for medical benefits. The participant’s dependents may also elect continuation coverage if they lose coverage under the Plan as the result of the participant’s (1) death; (2) divorce; or (3) Medicare eligibility. A child can also elect COBRA if as the result of his or her age, he or she is no longer a dependent under the Plan rules. If a member and his or her dependents feel that they may qualify, or if they would like more information concerning these rights, they should contact the Plan office at 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. Since there are important deadlines that apply to COBRA, please contact the Plan as soon as possible to receive a full explanation of the participant’s rights and his or her dependents’ rights. October 2008 �50928x:January 08 9/26/2008 10:40 PM Page 19 Notice/Reminder NMU Vacation Benefits As reported at the August membership meetings and in previous editions of the LOG, the NMU Vacation Fund merged into the Seafarers Vacation Plan on Jan. 1, 2007. As a reminder, if a member had 30 days of covered employment up to and including Dec. 31, 2006, for which the member has not yet collected a vacation benefit from the NMU Vacation Fund, he or she is eligible to apply for such earned and uncollected benefits from the Seafarers Vacation Plan at any time on or before Dec. 31, 2008. Please be aware that the Seafarers Vacation Plan allows participants to collect accrued vacation benefits while working in covered employment and, thus, members will be eligible to collect the vacation benefits which they accrued under the NMU Fund at any time on or before Dec. 31, 2008, even if those members continue to work in covered employment. However, as of Jan. 1, 2009, all uncollected vacation benefits that members accrued under the NMU Fund will expire. For more information, contact the vacation/records department at headquarters: (301) 899-0675. November & December 2008 Membership Meetings Piney Point.......................Monday: November 3, December 8 Algonac .............................Friday: November 7, December 12 Baltimore......................Thursday: November 6, December 11 Boston ...............................Friday: November 7, December 12 Guam.............Thursday: November 20, Friday: December 26 Honolulu .........................Friday: November 14, December 19 Houston..........................Monday: November 10, December 15 Jacksonville...................Thursday: November 6, December 11 Dispatchers’ Repor t for Deep Sea August 16, 2008 - September 15, 2008 *TOTAL REGISTERED All Groups Class A Class B Class C Port Algonac Anchorage Baltimore Fort Lauderdale Guam Honolulu Houston Jacksonville Joliet Mobile New Orleans New York Norfolk Oakland Philadelphia Piney Point Puerto Rico St. Louis Tacoma Wilmington Totals Joliet............................Thursday: November 13, December 18 Totals Mobile......................Wednesday: November 12, December 17 Port New Orleans.............Wed.: November 12, Tuesday: December 16 New York..........................Tuesday: November 4, December 9 Norfolk..........................Thursday: November 6, December 11 Oakland .......................Thursday: November 13, December 18 Philadelphia...............Wednesday: November 5, December 10 Port Everglades ...........Thursday: November 13, December 18 San Juan ........................Thursday: November 6, December 11 St. Louis .........................Friday: November 14, December 19 Tacoma ...........................Friday: November 21, December 26 Wilmington......................Monday: November 17, December 22 Each port’s meeting starts at 10:30 a.m. Algonac Anchorage Baltimore Fort Lauderdale Guam Honolulu Houston Jacksonville Joliet Mobile New Orleans New York Norfolk Oakland Philadelphia Piney Point Puerto Rico St. Louis Tacoma Wilmington Totals Algonac Anchorage Baltimore Fort Lauderdale Guam Honolulu Houston Jacksonville Joliet Mobile New Orleans New York Norfolk Oakland Philadelphia Piney Point Puerto Rico St. Louis Tacoma Wilmington Totals Totals All Departments October 2008 **REGISTERED ON BEACH All Groups Class A Class B Class C DECK DEPARTMENT 3 5 8 19 3 9 26 19 0 7 12 19 21 13 3 18 18 4 27 22 0 0 0 3 1 1 2 6 1 3 2 5 3 2 2 0 0 0 2 5 1 0 5 15 3 2 38 21 2 13 9 33 11 17 3 3 3 2 37 17 2 4 2 6 5 8 26 14 0 7 11 16 15 11 4 4 4 2 21 10 0 0 0 5 2 0 0 2 1 2 1 1 3 3 1 1 0 0 4 1 0 1 1 1 0 1 13 13 0 6 5 18 6 17 3 1 4 1 18 10 4 1 12 13 2 11 63 55 1 23 31 82 16 47 5 0 13 0 68 54 4 6 11 30 6 12 39 36 5 15 12 37 29 21 8 9 17 10 36 37 1 0 0 1 1 1 3 8 1 1 3 7 8 1 2 0 2 2 2 8 294 251 39 233 177 26 119 501 380 52 0 0 3 4 0 7 15 12 1 5 6 9 11 12 4 2 4 0 21 9 2 2 6 6 2 4 7 15 0 2 3 9 18 10 2 4 3 3 18 9 0 1 0 2 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 4 3 0 0 0 1 1 2 0 0 5 7 2 9 13 20 0 7 7 9 8 9 4 1 2 0 6 9 1 0 4 5 3 3 11 13 0 2 5 8 16 4 0 3 4 1 12 4 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 2 1 2 0 0 0 2 2 1 0 0 1 7 0 3 4 7 0 1 2 6 6 8 0 1 1 0 6 6 0 0 3 11 1 11 27 24 1 9 9 21 13 18 4 2 7 1 35 15 2 4 3 10 3 6 16 24 2 7 3 20 19 12 4 5 4 8 22 16 0 1 2 2 1 1 2 5 0 1 2 3 4 4 0 2 0 0 1 7 125 128 16 108 100 15 52 213 190 36 3 0 1 6 3 14 11 15 0 6 8 21 6 24 4 3 1 0 14 26 2 0 2 5 3 4 10 7 1 3 4 10 9 5 1 2 3 0 8 4 0 0 0 2 0 0 1 1 0 1 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 1 2 174 84 9 ENGINE DEPARTMENT STEWARD DEPARTMENT Port Attention Seafarers Trip Reliefs 1 1 9 10 4 9 34 30 0 13 14 50 6 33 3 0 0 1 47 26 Port Algonac Anchorage Baltimore Fort Lauderdale Guam Honolulu Houston Jacksonville Joliet Mobile New Orleans New York Norfolk Oakland Philadelphia Piney Point Puerto Rico St. Louis Tacoma Wilmington TOTAL SHIPPED All Groups Class A Class B Class C 2 0 0 4 2 7 18 13 0 6 5 20 10 13 2 3 1 1 11 20 1 1 3 12 2 1 6 2 1 3 5 4 7 3 1 2 1 1 8 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 4 0 5 3 6 0 2 1 10 2 8 1 0 0 0 8 6 2 0 4 11 4 18 29 31 0 9 9 35 7 36 7 6 3 0 24 36 3 1 1 8 1 7 10 13 0 3 5 13 20 8 0 1 4 1 8 7 0 0 0 1 0 0 1 2 0 1 1 2 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 3 143 54 6 56 274 118 12 ENTRY DEPARTMENT 1 0 0 0 0 0 3 1 0 0 0 9 0 4 0 0 0 0 5 3 1 2 7 7 4 5 16 17 0 2 3 27 15 14 1 10 2 1 20 11 1 0 0 6 0 5 6 8 0 4 1 7 7 6 1 11 0 0 6 9 0 0 0 0 0 3 5 0 0 0 0 4 1 3 0 0 0 0 5 2 0 3 4 2 2 3 13 13 0 5 4 16 10 7 0 8 1 0 16 3 1 0 0 3 0 4 6 8 0 2 2 3 5 3 0 10 0 0 4 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 4 5 3 0 2 0 10 1 7 0 0 0 0 4 4 1 2 5 13 6 11 38 29 0 7 3 61 23 35 2 3 7 1 26 21 3 0 0 10 2 11 9 24 0 3 2 14 29 19 1 8 0 1 7 15 26 165 79 23 110 54 0 41 294 158 619 628 143 507 441 101 227 1029 982 258 Seafarers LOG 19 �50928x:January 08 9/26/2008 10:40 PM Page 20 Seafarers International Union Directory Michael Sacco, President Augustin Tellez, Executive Vice President David Heindel, Secretary-Treasurer George Tricker, Vice President Contracts Tom Orzechowski, Vice President Lakes and Inland Waters Dean Corgey, Vice President Gulf Coast Nicholas J. Marrone, Vice President West Coast Joseph T. Soresi, Vice President Atlantic Coast Kermett Mangram, Vice President Government Services René Lioeanjie, Vice President at Large Charles Stewart, Vice President at Large HEADQUARTERS 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746 (301) 899-0675 ALGONAC 520 St. Clair River Dr., Algonac, MI 48001 (810) 794-4988 ANCHORAGE 721 Sesame St., #1C, Anchorage, AK 99503 (907) 561-4988 BALTIMORE 2315 Essex St., Baltimore, MD 21224 (410) 327-4900 BOSTON Marine Industrial Park/EDIC 5 Drydock Ave., Boston, MA 02210 (617) 261-0790 GUAM P.O. Box 3328, Hagatna, Guam 96932 Cliffline Office Ctr. Bldg., Suite 103B 422 West O’Brien Dr., Hagatna, Guam 96910 (671) 477-1350 HONOLULU 606 Kalihi St., Honolulu, HI 96819 (808) 845-5222 HOUSTON 1221 Pierce St., Houston, TX 77002 (713) 659-5152 JACKSONVILLE 3315 Liberty St., Jacksonville, FL 32206 (904) 353-0987 JOLIET 10 East Clinton St., Joliet, IL 60432 (815) 723-8002 MOBILE 1640 Dauphin Island Pkwy, Mobile, AL 36605 (251) 478-0916 NEW ORLEANS 3911 Lapalco Blvd., Harvey, LA 70058 (504) 328-7545 NEW YORK 635 Fourth Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11232 (718) 499-6600 Government Services Division: (718) 499-6600 NORFOLK 115 Third St., Norfolk, VA 23510 (757) 622-1892 OAKLAND 1121 7th St., Oakland, CA 94607 (510) 444-2360 TWIC Deadline for Mariners: April 15, 2009 Seafarers are reminded that April 15, 2009 is the deadline for U.S. mariners to obtain the government-mandated Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC). The U.S. Department of Homeland Security in May announced the revised deadline; the original cutoff date was Sept. 25, 2008. By law, all U.S. Coast Guard-credentialed mariners with active merchant mariner documents (MMDs), licenses, and/or certificates of registry, with or without an STCW endorsement, must hold a valid TWIC in order to maintain their mariner credentials. Failure to obtain and continue to hold a valid TWIC may result in the suspension or revocation of mariners’ credentials. After April 15, 2009, the Coast Guard will not issue a merchant mariner credential to an appli- cant who does not hold a valid TWIC. The SIU encourages members to enroll for the TWIC as soon as possible. To apply for a TWIC, a mariner must first enroll at any TWIC enrollment center. Pre-enrollment through the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) web site (www.tsa.gov/twic) is supposed to expedite the processing time at the center. Mariners will need to pick up their TWICs, after being notified that they are ready, at the same enrollment center where they applied. In order to ensure the information on TWIC applications is forwarded to the Coast Guard for the processing of individuals’ merchant mariner credential applications, they must identify themselves as mariners at TWIC enrollment centers. Mariners also must provide proof of citi- zenship and/or alien status along with Social Security number. Step-by-step instructions on the entire process have been published in prior editions of the LOG; they also are available on the web both at www.seafarers.org and at the TSA web site. Seafarers also are asked to occasionally visit the SIU web site and/or check with their port agents for the latest TWIC news. The TSA TWIC web site now includes a link where individuals may check the status of their card and/or schedule a time to pick it up. FOR MORE INFORMATION ■ On the web: www.tsa.gov/twic ■ Phone: TWIC Program Help Desk, 1-866-DHS-TWIC (1-866-347-8942) ■ By email: credentialing@dhs.gov USNS Byrd Joins 7th Fleet The U.S. Military Sealift Command (MSC) dry cargo/ammunition ship USNS Richard E. Byrd entered the waters of the U.S. Navy’s 7th Fleet on July 24, marking the first Lewis and Clark-class multi-product combat logistics support ship in service to the 52 million-square-mile region. The Byrd replaces MSC combat stores ship USNS Niagara Falls, which has been forward-deployed supporting 7th Fleet since 1994. The USNS Byrd’s crew includes members of the SIU Government Services Division. Though the entry into the fleet’s territorial waters was unceremonious, it signaled a significant change for Logistics Group Western Pacific, also know as Commander Task Force 73, which will operationally control the ship while in theater. “This ship will enable our command to provide the warfighter with a level of support that is unprecedented,” said Rear Adm. Nora Tyson, CTF 73 commander. “It brings a much more robust capability to the fight.” The 689-foot-long underway replenishment vessel, known as a T-AKE, replaces the current capability of the Kilauea-class ammunition ships and Mars-class combat stores ships, and it also possesses the capability to refuel ships at sea. “The combat stores ships are extremely capable and SIU CIVMARS are sailing aboard the USNS Byrd, one of MSC’s newest vessels. have developed a real ‘can-do’ culture for any mission in 7th Fleet. However, having the T-AKE as a one-stop logistics ship in the Navy’s largest theater will significantly improve the flexibility of our operations,” said Capt. Jim Smart, CTF 73 assistant chief of staff for logistics. “While we say a sad farewell to Niagara Falls and honor her many years of fine service and her reputation for professional excellence, we welcome and are glad to have Byrd and its crew on the Navy team in the Western Pacific.” The Byrd has a crew of 124 civil service mariners working for MSC as well as a military detachment of 11 sailors who provide operational support and supply coordination. When needed, the vessel can also carry a supply detachment. Keel Laid for New Missile Range Instrumentation Ship Shipyard workers at VT Halter Marine Inc., laid the keel for the Navy’s newest missile range instrumentation ship (T-AGM 25) during a ceremony Aug. 13 in Pascagoula, Miss. Assistant Secretary of State for Verification, Compliance and Implementation Paula A. Desutter authenticated the keel laid “straight and true.” The T-AGM 25 eventually is scheduled to replace the Seafarers-contracted USNS Observation Island, a 50-yearold Mariner-class ship converted in 1980 for its current role. According to the Defense Department, the stillunnamed T-AGM 25 will collect ballistic missile data in support of international treaty verification using the Cobra Judy Replacement radar system being jointly developed by Raytheon and Northrop Grumman. “The proliferation of advanced ballistic missile technology around the world guarantees that this ship will be a vital asset to the United States and its allies,” said Bilyana Anderson, the program manager for auxiliary ships, small boats and craft in the U.S. Navy’s Program Executive Office for Ships. “USNS Observation Island has ably served the Navy and the nation in this role for more than two decades, and T-AGM 25 will continue that proud tradition for years to come.” The T-AGM 25 is scheduled for delivery in 2010. Pics-From-The-Past PHILADELPHIA 2604 S. 4 St., Philadelphia, PA 19148 (215) 336-3818 PINEY POINT P.O. Box 75, Piney Point, MD 20674 (301) 994-0010 PORT EVERGLADES 1221 S. Andrews Ave., Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33316 (954) 522-7984 SANTURCE 1057 Fernandez Juncos Ave., Stop 16 Santurce, PR 00907 (787) 721-4033 ST. LOUIS/ALTON 4581 Gravois Ave., St. Louis, MO 63116 (314) 752-6500 TACOMA 3411 South Union Ave., Tacoma, WA 98409 (253) 272-7774 WILMINGTON 510 N. Broad Ave., Wilmington, CA 90744 (310) 549-4000 20 Seafarers LOG Getting out the vote is nothing new for the SIU, as shown in these undated file photos. If anyone has a vintage union-related photograph he or she would like to share with other Seafarers LOG readers, please send it to the Seafarers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. Photographs will be returned, if so requested. High-resolution digital images may be sent to webmaster@seafarers.org October 2008 �50928x:January 08 9/26/2008 10:41 PM Page 21 Each month, the Seafarers LOG pays tribute to the SIU members who have devoted their working lives to sailing aboard U.S.-flag vessels on the deep seas, inland waterways or Great Lakes. Listed below are brief biographical sketches of those members who recently retired from the union. The brothers and sisters of the SIU thank those members for a job well done and wish them happiness and good health in the days ahead. Welcome Ashore DEEP SEA JESSE GREER Brother Jesse Greer, 67, joined the union in 1964 while in the port of New York. He first sailed on the Del Norte. Brother Greer worked in the deck department. He upgraded his skills on three occasions at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md. Brother Greer’s last vessel was the Buenos Aires. He is a New Orleans resident. RICKIE JUZANG Brother Rickie Juzang, 54, signed on with the Seafarers in 1970. Brother Juzang was born in Alabama. He attended classes often at the Piney Point school. The U.S. Army veteran worked in the steward department. Brother Juzang’s final trip was aboard the Maersk California. He now resides in Phenix City, Ala. the maritime training center in Piney Point, Md. He last sailed in the steward department on the Gulf Reliance. Brother Saloom is a resident of Brewton, Ala. became a Seafarer in 1971. He initially sailed aboard the George Goble as a member of the deck department. Brother Root was born in Wisconsin. He attended classes at the SIU-affiliated school in 2002. Brother Root’s most recent voyage was on the Presque Isle. He is a resident of Ashland, Wis. ROBERT STEPHENS ANTHONY WILLOUGHBY Brother Robert Stephens, 62, began shipping with the SIU in 1979. He primarily worked aboard vessels operated by Steuart Transportation Company. Brother Stephens continues to live in his native state of North Carolina. Brother Anthony Willoughby, 62, was born in Duluth, Minn. He donned the SIU colors in 1968. Brother Willoughby was first employed with Zenith Dredge Company. His final voyage was aboard a Great Lakes Towing Company vessel. Brother Willoughby calls Superior, Wis., home. GREAT LAKES LARRY DAHL Brother Larry Dahl, 62, joined the union in 1970 while in the port of Duluth, Minn. He originally shipped on a Michigan Tankers vessel. Brother Dahl was born in Minnesota and sailed in the deck department. In 2002, he visited the Piney Point school to enhance his skills. Brother Dahl most recently worked aboard the Walter J. McCarthy. He settled in Superior, Wis. SANTOS PASTORIZA Brother Santos Pastoriza, 65, was born in Puerto Rico. He became an SIU member in 1964. Brother Pastoriza initially sailed on the Commander in the engine department. He enhanced his seafaring abilities in 1985 at the union-affiliated school in Piney Point, Md. Brother Pastoriza’s most recent voyage was aboard the Santa Clara. He makes his home in Staten Island, N.Y. RICHARD PICKETT Brother Richard Pickett, 65, donned the SIU colors in 1962. His first trip to sea was on a ship operated by AH Bull Steamship Company. Brother Pickett was born in New York and worked in the steward department. His final voyage was aboard the Guayama. Brother Pickett calls Franklin Square, N.Y., home. INLAND JIMMY SALOOM Brother Jimmy Saloom, 54, first went to sea in 1990 with Crowley Towing of Jacksonville. He was born in Alabama. Brother Saloom upgraded frequently at October 2008 Editor’s note: The following brothers, all former members of the National Maritime Union (NMU), recently went on pension. ROBERT HAMMER Brother Robert Hammer, 66, signed on with the union in 1962. His earliest trip to sea was on the Lemmerhirt. Brother Hammer sailed in the deck department. His final voyage was aboard a Great Lakes Towing Company vessel. Brother Hammer resides in Tonawanda, N.Y. DAVID MATTHES Brother David Matthes, 65, started sailing with the SIU in 1990 while in the port of Algonac, Mich. The engine department member was born in Alpena, Mich. Brother Matthes’ first ship was the St. Clair. He upgraded in 2003 at the Paul Hall Center in Piney Point, Md. Brother Matthes last shipped on the St. Mary’s Challenger. He continues to make his home in Michigan. WILLIAM ROOT BERNARD FANUNICIAL Brother Bernard Fanunicial, 67, began his seafaring career in 1975 from the port of New York. His first voyage was on the Texaco Wisconsin. Brother Fanunicial was born in the Philippines and shipped in the engine department. His last vessel was the Horizon Tiger. CHARLES HAGGINS Brother Charles Haggins, 64, joined the NMU in 1994. He was born in Hot Springs, N.C. Brother Haggins originally sailed aboard the Sea Isle City. He most recently worked in the deck department on the USNS 1st Lt. Harry L. Martin. Brother Haggins lives in Newport, Tenn. ANTHONY MONTOYA Brother Anthony Montoya, 60, signed on with the NMU in 1964 while in the port of San Francisco. His earliest trip was aboard the Beria Victory. Brother Montoya was born in San Francisco. His final voyage was on a vessel operated by U.S. Lines. LUCIO PIRES Brother Lucio Pires, 62, first went to sea in 1980. He initially shipped aboard the American 1939 On Wednesday, October 2, 1939 in Savannah, Ga., delegates from the Atlantic, Gulf and Great Lakes Districts met for the purpose of drafting a constitution for the Seafarers International Union. In addition to the basic constitution, issues to be voted included the shipping rules, hospital and strike assessments and a constitutional amendment that provided that in order to become a member, a man must be a citizen. The constitution was adopted by a vote of 1,225 in favor and 180 opposed. The votes on the constitutional amendment, the shipping rules and the assessments likewise carried by large majorities. Eagle. Brother Pires was born in Cape Verde. The steward department member last sailed on the Green Ridge. Brother Pires resides in Providence, R.I. ARCHIE SANKAR Brother Archie Sankar, 66, started sailing with the NMU in 1975 from the port of New York. He was born in South America. Brother Sankar’s first ship was the Export Courier; his last was the Tyco Decisive. He is a resident of Kissimmee, Fla. ROBERT TROY Brother Robert Troy, 65, became a union member in 1967 while in Port Arthur, Texas. He originally shipped on the Gulf Lion as a member of the steward department but later switched to the engine department. Brother Troy is a Texas native. His most recent voyage was aboard the Lykes Discoverer. He came ashore to work for the union in 1999 and remained there after the SIU-NMU merger in 2001. heroism” in rescuing a shipmate from drowning in shark-infested waters off Iraq. Velazquez was bosun aboard the Steel Worker when James Downey had fallen overboard off a stage while spot chipping and landed in the water unconscious after hitting the ship and dock as he fell. Velazquez dove into the shark-infested water after Downey. When he couldn’t find Downey he went under water again and was able to grab his arm and pulled him to the surface. According to the citation, “Without hesitation, with utter disregard of your personal safety but knowing a current existed and the area was infested with sharks, you immediately jumped into these dangerous waters and were successful in locating and saving the unconscious man.” This Month In SIU History 1945 Final triumph over Japan involved heavy cost to the American Merchant Marine in ships and men, reports the War Shipping Administration. A total of 130 merchant vessels were sunk in the Pacific over the duration of the war by Japanese suicide fliers, shell fire, torpedo attacks and bombings, plus another 128 were lost off the Philippines and 30 off Okinawa. Other ships were sunk in the Indian Ocean by both Japanese and Nazis. General Douglas MacArthur said of the merchant marine, “They have brought our lifeblood and they have paid for it with some of their own.” 1957 Seafarer William Velazquez was awarded a Coast Guard citation for “exemplary conduct and 1973 The crew of the SIU-manned Falcon Princess was praised by the U.S. Navy for conducting the first-ever, at-sea refueling of an amphibious vessel by a civilian charter tanker. The tanker pumped more than 158,000 gallons of oil to the USS Blue Ridge in just one hour and 10 minutes. The transfer was part of a Military Sealift Command program examining the feasibility of using civilian owned and manned vessels to support the operation of military vessels under MSC’s Charger Log IV Program – a test program that helped set the stage for future civilian charter ship and military vessel cooperation. Brother William Root, 56, Seafarers LOG 21 �50928x1:January 08 9/29/2008 12:54 PM Page 22 Final Depar tures DEEP SEA SAID ABDULLAH Brother Said Abdullah, 44, passed away May 29. He started shipping with the union in 1990. Brother Abdullah was born in Yemen. He sailed in the steward department, originally on the Independence. Brother Abdullah was last employed aboard the Horizon Falcon. He called Dearborn, Mich., home. ment in 1996, he worked aboard the El Faro. Brother Mason settled in Jackson, Tenn. LARRY MORGAN Brother Larry Morgan, 59, passed away April 23. He was born in Maryland. Brother Morgan began sailing with the SIU in 1978 while in Seattle. His first ship was the Golden Monarch; his last was the Marilyn. Brother Morgan was a member of the deck department. He called Dallas home. SAMIR BECKFORD Brother Samir Beckford, 37, died May 18. He donned the SIU colors in 1999. Brother Beckford’s first voyage was on the Sgt. Matej Kocak. He worked in both the engine and steward departments. Brother Beckford was born in Honduras. He most recently shipped aboard the Observation Island. Brother Beckford lived in Pembroke Pines, Fla. RICHARD ERBE Pensioner Richard Erbe, 84, passed away May 11. Brother Erbe, a member of the deck department, began sailing with the Seafarers in 1952. He initially shipped from the port of New York on an Interocean American Shipping vessel. Brother Erbe was born in Ohio. His last trip to sea was aboard the Del Mar. Brother Erbe retired in 1975 and made his home in Shepherd, Texas. EDWARD GOOCH Pensioner Edward Gooch, 69, died June 17. Brother Gooch joined the union in 1967. He first worked on an Anchorage Tanker Corporation vessel as a member of the deck department. Brother Gooch was born in the Philippines. His final voyage was aboard the El Faro. Brother Gooch began receiving his pension in 2003 and resided in Puerto Rico. GUY LEARY Brother Guy Leary, 38, passed away May 30. He became an SIU member in 1989 while in Piney Point, Md. Brother Leary’s earliest trip was on the USNS Desteiguer. The engine department member was born in Edmonds, Wash. Brother Leary most recently sailed aboard the North Star. He was a resident of his native state. BILLIE MASON Pensioner Billie Mason, 76, died May 27. Brother Mason signed on with the Seafarers in 1952. His earliest voyage was on the Edith. Brother Mason was born in Tennessee and shipped in the deck department. Prior to his retire- 22 Seafarers LOG JOHN NASH Pensioner John Nash, 89, died June 27. Brother Nash donned the SIU colors in 1943 while in the port of New York. He was originally employed on the Catherine as a member of the steward department. Brother Nash was born in Elizabeth, N.J. His final trip was aboard the Market. Brother Nash went on pension in 1981. He made Maitland, Fla. home. MICHAEL O’NEAL Brother Michael O’Neal, 39, passed away May 24. He joined the Seafarers in 2005 while in Seattle. Brother O’Neal initially sailed on the Pfc. Eugene A. Obregon. The deck department member most recently shipped aboard the Global Patriot. Brother O’Neal lived in his native state of Washington. ALAN RAFFINAN Brother Alan Raffinan, 49, died May 12. He started sailing with the union in 1995. Brother Raffinan primarily sailed on the Independence during his career with the SIU. He was born in the Philippines and shipped in the deck department. Brother Raffinan resided in California. ALFRED SALEM Pensioner Alfred Salem, 85, passed away June 1. Brother Salem became an SIU member in 1952 while in the port of New York. His first voyage was aboard the Andrew Jackson in the steward department. Brother Salem was born in the Philippines. Before his retirement in 1986, he worked on the Cape Washington. Brother Salem was a resident of Pearland, Texas. WILLIAM SLUSSER Pensioner William Slusser, 82, died July 12. Brother Slusser donned the SIU colors in 1956 in the port of Seattle. The Virginiaborn mariner sailed in the engine department. Brother Slusser originally shipped with Sinclair Oil Corporation. His final trip was on the SLMP-853 Tacoma. Brother Slusser retired in 1994 and made his home in Seattle. INLAND JOSEPH KADAK Pensioner Joseph Kadak, 63, passed away July 15. Brother Kadak began sailing with the union in 1973, initially on a Dixie Carriers vessel. He was born in Louisiana. Brother Kadak was a member of the engine department. His most recent voyage was aboard the Pacific Reliance. Brother Kadak went on pension in 2006 and lived in Sevierville, Tenn. JAMES KIRCHHARR Pensioner James Kirchharr, 85, died July 14. Brother Kirchharr started sailing with the SIU in 1962. He primarily shipped with Dravo Basic Materials Company. Brother Kirchharr continued to reside in his native state of Alabama. WILHELM KRISTIANSEN Pensioner Wilhelm Kristiansen, 87, passed away June 1. Brother Kristiansen signed on with the union in 1979. He was born in Norway and shipped in the steward department. Brother Kristiansen last sailed with Allied Towing Company. He called Chesapeake, Va., home. EUGENE LEDET Brother Eugene Ledet, 56, died April 5. He was born in Louisiana and joined the SIU in 1977. Brother Ledet mainly shipped aboard vessels operated by Crescent Towing of New Orleans. The deck department member made his home in Avondale, La. CARSON MATHEWS Pensioner Carson Mathews, 92, passed away June 28. Brother Mathews donned the SIU colors in 1960 while in the port of Norfolk, Va. He initially worked on a Gulf Atlantic Transport Corporation vessel. Brother Mathews was born in North Carolina. His final trip was with Allied Towing Company. Brother Mathews started collecting his pension in 1981. He continued to live in his native state. JULIAN McALPIN Pensioner Julian McAlpin, 71, died June 4. Brother McAlpin began sailing with the union in 1970. He was employed mainly with Hvide Marine aboard the Seabulk Tanker. Brother McAlpin was born in Tennessee but settled in Courtland, Miss. He became a pensioner in 1999. STEVEN MELLON Brother Steven Mellon, 58, passed away June 29. He joined the Seafarers in 2004. Brother Mellon worked with Maritrans Operating Company for the duration of his career. He was born in Parkersburg, W.Va., and sailed in the steward department. Brother Mellon resided in Ohio. MARBLE NELSON Pensioner Marble Nelson, 84, died July 11. Brother Nelson signed on with the union in 1941 while in the port of Mobile, Ala. He briefly sailed in the deep sea division aboard an Alcoa Steamship Company vessel. Brother Nelson was a member of the deck department. Prior to his retirement in 1985, he shipped with Crescent Towing of Mobile. Brother Nelson made his home in Alabama. department member was born in Russell, Ky. Before retiring in 1997, Brother Sellers was employed aboard the St. Clair. He was a resident of Ohio. NORMAN SMALL Pensioner Norman Small, 85, died May 26. Brother Small became a union member in 1960. He was born in Duluth, Minn. Brother Small last worked with Great Lakes Associates in the deck department. In 1982, he retired and settled in Mountain Lake, Minn. Editor’s note: The following brothers, all former members of the National Maritime Union (NMU), have passed away. Name Alburty, James Age DOD 82 July 14 Alvarez, Marcelino 85 June 11 Arriola, Freddy 49 July 12 Brown, Robert 69 June 20 Brown, Vincent 84 June 30 EDWARD QUINN Castro, Jesus 82 June 5 Pensioner Edward Quinn, 84, passed away July 13. Brother Quinn became an SIU member in 1974. He initially shipped with Dixie Carriers in the deck department. Brother Quinn was last employed on a Moran Towing of Texas vessel. He went on pension in 1994 and lived in Texas. Choo, Lian 93 July 25 JOSEPH SONNIER Pensioner Joseph Sonnier, 87, died July 11. Brother Sonnier began sailing with the SIU in 1964. He primarily sailed aboard Higman Barge Lines vessels. Brother Sonnier worked in the deck department. He retired in 1985 and resided in Louisiana. Clay, Clarence 85 June 17 Duarte, Aguinel 89 June 12 Dugas, Charles 85 May 27 Gonzalez, Eliseo 72 July 31 Haisten, Howard 80 July 25 Hamilton, Bennie 90 June 12 Hendy, Aubrey 86 May 11 Hickey, Michael 80 June 13 Hopkins, Bird 75 June 19 Johnson, Carey 71 July 1 Johnson, Lehwald 81 June 24 Kuilan, Miguel 100 June 8 Laria, Angel 80 June 12 Lopez, Manuel 95 June 14 Messali, Mitch 77 May 23 Moreira, Isaac 86 July 30 Myers, James 79 May 24 Nyland, Harold 75 June 25 Pinckney, Willis 85 June 5 Ramirez, Arcadio 89 June 23 Ramos, Armando 88 June 7 DAVID WIERSCHEM Richen, O’Connell 89 May 25 Pensioner David Wierschem, 60, passed away July 29. Brother Wierschem was born in Missouri. He joined the union in 1974 while in the port of St. Louis. Brother Wierschem first sailed on vessels operated by Inland Tugs. He worked in both the deck and steward departments. Brother Wierschem most recently shipped with OLS Transport Company. He called St. Louis home. Rivera, Gasper 88 June 23 Smith, Clyde 82 June 1 Thomas, Jerry 72 June 17 Tomczak, Joseph 82 June 17 Tyler, Roy 75 April 25 Walker, Julius 90 July 7 Walter, Clifton 86 June 16 Wells, Joseph 77 July 18 White, Arthur Jr. 68 June 19 Youngblood, Dick 91 June 14 GREAT LAKES JOHN SELLERS Pensioner John Sellers, 71, passed away June 14. Brother Sellers started his SIU career in 1960, initially shipping on the Trent. The deck October 2008 �50928x1:January 08 9/29/2008 12:53 PM Page 23 Digest of Shipboard Union Meetings ALLIANCE ST. LOUIS (Maersk Line Limited), July 26 – Chairman Michael J. Proveaux, Secretary Franklyn J. Cordero, Educational Director Geoffrey L. James, Deck Delegate Ruben Rivera. Chairman reported a smooth voyage and excellent crew. Secretary thanked members for their help keeping ship clean. Educational director advised mariners to upgrade skills at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md. He also requested educational movies for crew to view. No beefs or disputed OT reported. It was stated that dryer needs to be fixed or replaced. Next ports: Galveston, Texas, Brunswick, Ga., Jacksonville, Fla., and Baltimore, Md. ATLANTIC (Maersk Line Limited), July 20 – Chairman Paul Dornes, Secretary Michael M. Amador, Educational Director Rene R. Rosario, Deck Delegate Dominic Marco, Engine Delegate Wade Jordan, Steward Delegate Allen Van Buren. Chairman announced payoff on July 24 and expressed his gratitude to crew for safe journey. Secretary asked departing members to leave fresh linen for arriving Seafarers and thanked everyone for keeping areas clean. Educational director urged crew members to check expiration dates on all necessary seafaring documents and file for TWIC card. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Suggestion was made to increase pension benefit amounts and to get new DVDs. CHEMICAL TRADER (Intrepid), July 29 – Chairman Raymond A. Tate, Secretary Josue L. Iglesia, Educational Director Mark Davis. Chairman reported payoff would take place in Lake Charles, La., on Aug. 1. He also informed crew of extension on TWIC card deadline. Secretary thanked everyone for their part in keeping ship clean and urged fellow crew members to support SPAD (Seafarers Political Activity Donation). Educational director advised mariners to take advantage of educational opportunities available at Piney Point school. Treasurer noted $855 in ship’s fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Discussion was held pertaining to problems with TWIC cards. All mariners were encouraged to register to vote. Thanks were given to the steward department for good food and keeping mess hall clean. Members were reminded that no sandals, hats or tank tops were to be worn in the messhall during meal hours. Next port: Lake Charles, La. GLOBAL SENTINEL (Transoceanic Cable Ship), July 6 – Chairman Lee October 2008 Hardman, Secretary Vicki L. Haggerty, Educational Director Vladimir G. Tkachev, Deck Delegate John G. Salarda, Steward Delegate Robert J. Haggerty, Engine Delegate Gary M. Bartlett. Chairman notified crew members of TWIC deadline extension and reduction in seatime requirements for benefits. They were also reminded to leave rooms clean when departing. Bosun thanked steward department for July 4 cookout and deck department for cleanup. Educational director recommended mariners visit the maritime training center in Piney Point, Md., to enhance seafaring abilities. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next port: Portland, Ore. HORIZON EAGLE (Horizon Lines), July 20 – Chairman Daniel W. Seagle, Secretary Cynthia L. Caster, Educational Director Shawn L. Clark, Deck Delegate Chad Chivrell, Engine Delegate Jesse Canales Jr., Steward Delegate Mohamed H. Ghaleb. Chairman went over ship’s itinerary and advised crew to have z-card ready for customs and immigration. Secretary urged crew members to see her for any cleaning supplies needed and expressed gratitude for help keeping ship clean. She asked that those departing vessel clean cabins before leaving. Educational director talked about TWIC card extension and suggested those who have z-cards about to expire, renew z-cards first and get a reduced fee. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Kudos given to electrician for installing fans in cabins, work spaces and messhall. Motion was made to include provision for members to make two trips on and then take two trips off in new standard contracts. Next ports: Tacoma, Wash., Oakland, Calif., Honolulu, and Guam. HORIZON RELIANCE (Horizon Lines), July 13 – Chairman Kissinfor N. Taylor, Secretary Joel A. Molinos, Educational Director Frank P. Sena, Engine Delegate Ely Hermano, Steward Delegate Ceasar Santos. Chairman discussed reduction in seatime requirements for medical coverage and read the president’s report from the Seafarers LOG. Secretary thanked crew for helping keep ship clean. Educational director urged Seafarers to upgrade at the union-affiliated school and keep documents current. He also noted that TWIC cards must be obtained by April 15, 2009. Treasurer stated $665.19 in ship’s fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next ports: Long Beach, Calif., and Honolulu. HORIZON TRADER (Horizon Lines), July 27 – Chairman Amante V. The Seafarers LOG attempts to print as many digests of union shipboard minutes as possible. On occasion, because of space limitations, some will be omitted. Ships’ minutes first are reviewed by the union’s contract department. Those issues requiring attention or resolution are addressed by the union upon receipt of the ships’ minutes. The minutes are then forwarded to the Seafarers LOG for publication. Snapshots from the Great Lakes The SIU-crewed tugboat Ivory Coast (above), operated by Hannah Marine, pushes a barge that houses seven showrooms of technological product displays. The exhibit is constructed from dozens of cargo shipping containers. AB Eric Johnson (photo at right) shows his support for the Maritime Defense League while aboard the Detroit Princess. In photo at lower right, AB Luther Willis and DEU Ahmed Algalham are pictured near where their tugboat will notch into the barge exiderdome No. 1. Steward department members (photo below) aboard the John J. Boland include (from left) SA Wilson Peniston, 2nd Cook Khaled and AMO Relief Steward Ben. Gumiran, Secretary Kevin M. Dougherty, Educational Director Melvin L. Kerns, Deck Delegate Luis F. Alvarez, Engine Delegate Victor L. Sapp, Steward Delegate Larry L. Griffin. Bosun stated payoff would be upon arrival in Jacksonville, Fla., on Aug. 1. He noted change to seatime required for medical coverage reduced to 125 days. Anyone who was denied coverage with 125 days or more should resubmit their claims. He requested that anyone having a beef or problem should bring it to the attention of the ship’s chairman or union. Educational director stressed the importance of enhancing skills at the SIUaffiliated school. Treasurer reported $985 in crew fund and $1,000 in satellite fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Recommendations were made regarding pension and medical benefits. Next ports: Jacksonville, Fla., San Juan, P.R., and Elizabeth, N.J. INTREPID (Maersk Line Limited), July 25 – Chairman Abdulla R. Alwaseem, Secretary Michael J. Gramer, Educational Director Anthony J. Kimbrell, Deck Delegate Patricio C. Libre, Engine Delegate Romeo Rivera, Steward Delegate Patricia Geras. Bosun announced payoff upon arrival in Long Beach, Calif., on July 28. He thanked all those going on vacation for a great voyage. Secretary asked mariners leaving to clean rooms and round up any dirty linen so it can be sent ashore. Educational director advised mariners to upgrade skills at the Paul Hall Center. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Vote of thanks given to those involved in lowering the seatime requirements to 125 days for medical benefits. Next ports: Long Beach, Calif., Oakland, Calif., and Dutch Harbor, Alaska. LIGHTNING (Maersk Line Limited), July 13 – Chairman Romeo L. Lugtu, Secretary Jessy G. Sunga, Educational Director Brian S. Leach. Chairman thanked Seafarers for smooth sailing. Treasurer noted $3,448 in ship’s fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. President’s report from the Seafarers LOG was read and discussed. Planned purchase of TV and DVD player discussed. MAERSK ALABAMA (Maersk Line Limited), July 17 – Chairman Lech Jankowski, Educational Director Stephen P. Roberts, Deck Delegate Gary Cardillo, Engine Delegate Carlos Dominguez, Steward Delegate Cheryl Lynch. Chairman reminded crew to keep documents up-to-date and clean house. Educational director urged members to take advantage of upgrading and training offered in Piney Point, Md. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Motion was made pertaining to dental and optical coverage. It was note that dishwasher needed repairers and new chairs need to be purchased for messhall. Next port: Mombasa, Kenya. Seafarers LOG 23 �50928x:January 08 9/26/2008 10:41 PM Page 24 Letters to the Editor With Seafarers at the Ft. Lauderdale Hall These photos were taken at the August membership meeting in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. Kudos to Seafarer Redinger STOS Bill Redinger recently completed his first trip, aboard the National Glory, after graduating from the unlicensed apprentice program at the Paul Hall Center. He also is a carpenter – an excellent one at that – and has his own business. After semi-retiring, Bill decided on some adventure in what he thought would be a totally different lifestyle by going to sea. Any bosun in his right mind would be happy to use his carpentry skills, as I have aboard the National Glory. Bill’s outstanding work included beautiful wood trim along the inside ladder wells; gorgeous frames for the electrical switches on the bridge; a perfect waterproof radio holder for the captain’s shower; and help in building shelves for the bosun’s locker. All of this was done in addition to days consisting of sanitary; splicing pendants, making monkey fists, running mooring winches, relieving the helm and helping out in the galley; stripping and waxing; picking up the slack as needed; and, on his own time, making pencil holders for other crew members. Bill, did you actually think I would not know about these extra jobs you did? You learned to be an excellent shipmate well before coming to the National Glory. I truly hope this is published in the LOG in its entirety. We will all surely miss you. In closing, Bill has been an outstanding shipmate and an excellent example of the caliber of people Paul Hall, Mike and Joe Sacco, Red Campbell, Augie Tellez and others have envisioned in the manning of SIU-crewed ships. Recertified Bosun Donald Rezendes Aboard the National Glory Electrician Ruben Raino displays his “B” book. FOWT Tomas Merel AB Ron Webb Chief Cook Heath Bryan Recalling a Life at Sea My name is Lawrence A. Hendricks. I am a retired merchant seaman, formerly with the NMU for 22 years. I was delighted to receive the Seafarers LOG because it connected me with my years at sea. Recently, I completed my autobiography about my life as a mariner. The book is titled “All at Sea – A Seaman’s Story of Passion and Intrigue.” I believe my experiences in the merchant marine taught me how to be a man, and I hope the book will appeal to readers who are searching for identity. Here is a brief excerpt: “We left Copenhagen and went to Kotka, a small town in Finland. When we arrived, it was to find a town completely covered with snow. It was a very quiet place with not much to do, or many things to see. No one wanted to go ashore, so I hired a taxi and decided to see what little there was. He took me to a spot that had a magnificent view. In spite of the cold weather, the reflection of the moonlight on the snowcapped mountains was a thing of beauty. I was so mesmerize with this picturesque mountain scenery that I could hardly move. When I did, after what seemed to be a very long time, we returned to the ship. At this time my only thought was to be alone, and retain this feeling of peace and tranquility.” The 264-page book is available in paperback at www.authorhouse.com or by calling 888-280-7715. It’s also available on amazon.com and may be ordered through your local book seller. Lawrence A. Hendricks San Diego, California Secretary Clara Rampersadsingh AB Dean Stanley Electrician Joe Gutierrez Bosun Virgilio Rosalas, SA Tiburicio Garcia, AB Nelson Montoya Seafarers Alex Bonilla, Luis Irias, Jhon Moreno Know Your Rights FINANCIAL REPORTS. The Constitution of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District/NMU makes specific provision for safeguarding the membership’s money and union finances. The constitution requires a detailed audit by certified public accountants every year, which is to be submitted to the membership by the secretary-treasurer. A yearly finance committee of rank-and-file members, elected by the membership, each year examines the finances of the union and reports fully their findings and recommendations. 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/NMU 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. SHIPPING RIGHTS. A member’s shipping rights and seniority are protected exclusively by contracts between the union and the employers. Members should get to know their shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and available in all union halls. If members believe there have been violations of their shipping or seniority rights as contained in the contracts between the union and the employers, they should notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mail, return receipt requested. The proper address for this is: Augustin Tellez, Chairman Seafarers Appeals Board 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to members at all times, either by writing directly to the union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which an SIU member works and lives aboard a ship or boat. Members should know their contract rights, as well as their obligations, such as filing for overtime (OT) on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If, at any time, a member believes that an SIU patrolman or other union official fails to protect their contractual rights properly, he or she should contact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY — THE SEAFARERS LOG. The Seafarers LOG traditionally has refrained from publishing any article serving the political purposes of any individual in the union, officer or member. It also has refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the union or its collective membership. This established policy has been reaffirmed by membership action at the September 1960 meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsibility for Seafarers 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. 24 Seafarers LOG PAYMENT 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 circumstances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any 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 or she should not have been required to make such payment, this should immediately be reported to union headquarters. CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. 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 contents. Any time a member feels any other member or officer is attempting to deprive him or her of any constitutional right or obligation by any methods, such as dealing with charges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, the member so affected should immediately notify 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 discriminated against because of race, creed, color, sex, national or geographic origin. If any member feels that he or she is denied the equal rights to which he or she is entitled, the member should notify union headquarters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DONATION — SPAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fund. Its proceeds are used to further its objects and purposes including, 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 condition of membership in the union or of employment. If a contribution is made by reason of the above improper conduct, the member should notify the Seafarers International Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the contribution for investigation and appropriate action and refund, if involuntary. A member should support SPAD to protect and further his or her economic, political and social interests, and American trade union concepts. NOTIFYING THE UNION—If at any time a member feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he or she has been denied the constitutional right of access to union records or information, the member should immediately notify SIU President Michael Sacco at headquarters by certified mail, return receipt requested. The address is: Michael Sacco, President Seafarers International Union 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746. October 2008 �50928x:January 08 9/26/2008 10:43 PM Page 25 Seafarers Paul Hall Center Upgrading Course Schedule The following is the schedule of courses at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md., for the next few months of 2008. All programs are geared to improving the job skills of Seafarers and to promoting the American maritime industry. Please note that this schedule may change to reflect the needs of the membership, the maritime industry and—in times of conflict—the nation’s security. Students attending any of these classes should check in the Saturday before their course’s start date. The courses listed here will begin promptly on the morning of the start dates. For classes ending on a Friday, departure reservations should be made for Saturday. Seafarers who have any questions regarding the upgrading courses offered at the Paul Hall Center may call the admissions office at (301) 9940010. Deck Upgrading Courses Course Start Date Date of Completion Able Seaman November 10 December 5 Advanced Container Maintenance November 11 December 8 Automatic Radar Plotting Aids (ARPA) (must have radar unlimited) October 6 November 17 October 10 November 21 Celestial Navigation October 20 November 24 November 14 December 19 Lifeboatman/Water Survival October 27 November 7 Radar November 3 November 14 Radar Renewal (one day) October 27 December 8 October 27 December 8 Specially Trained Ordinary Seaman (STOS) October 20 October 31 Bosun Recertification Course November 3 October 14 Steward Upgrading Courses Galley Operations/Advanced Galley Operations These modules start every Monday. Certified Chief Cook/Chief Steward These classes start every other Monday. The most recent class began October 6. Academic Department Courses General education and college courses are available as needed. In addition, basic vocational support program courses are offered throughout the year, two weeks prior to the beginning of a vocational course. An introduction to computers course will be self-study. Online “Distance Learning” Courses In addition to the foregoing courses, the union-affiliated Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education currently is offering the following internet-based courses: Environmental Awareness; Hazardous Material Control and Management; Hearing Conservation; Heat Stress Management; Shipboard Pest Management; Respiratory Protection, and Shipboard Water Sanitation. The courses are free to mariners covered by SIU contracts. To register, complete the regular upgrading application located on the bottom left portion of this page, and mail it to: Admissions Office, Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education, P.O. Box 75, Piney Point, MD 206740075. Applicants will receive user account information from the center via email. They are therefore urged to provide their e-mail addresses in the space provided on the application. Applicants should also include the word “online” when listing the courses they wish to take. Important Notice Students who have registered for classes at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education, but later discover—for whatever reason—that they cannot attend should inform the admissions department immediately so arrangements can be made to have other students take their places. Engine Upgrading Courses Advanced Container Maintenance (Refer) November 10 December 5 Basic Auxiliary Plant Operations (BAPO) November 10 December 5 Firemen/Watertender/Oiler (FOWT) October 13 November 6 Marine Electrician October 27 December 19 Welding October 6 November 3 December 1 October 23 November 21 December 19 Safety Specialty Courses Tanker Assistant (DL) November 10 November 21 UPGRADING APPLICATION Name ________________________________________________________________ Address_______________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________ Telephone _________________________ Date of Birth ______________________ With this application, COPIES of the following must be sent: One hundred and twenty-five (125) days seatime for the previous year, one day in the last six months prior to the date your class starts, USMMD (z-card) front and back, front page of your union book indicating your department and seniority, and qualifying seatime for the course if it is Coast Guard tested. All OL, AB, JE and Tanker Assistant (DL) applicants must submit a U.S. Coast Guard fee of $140 with their application. The payment should be made with a money order only, payable to LMSS. COURSE BEGIN DATE END DATE ____________________________ _______________ _______________ ____________________________ _______________ _______________ ____________________________ _______________ _______________ ____________________________ _______________ _______________ Seniority _____ Department ___________ E-mail ____________________________ ____________________________ _______________ _______________ U.S. Citizen: ____________________________ _______________ _______________ Deep Sea Member Lakes Member Inland Waters Member If the following information is not filled out completely, your application will not be processed. Social Security # ______________________ Book # _________________________ Yes No Home Port _____________________________ Endorsement(s) or License(s) now held _____________________________________ LAST VESSEL: _____________________________________ Rating: ___________ _____________________________________________________________________ Date On: ___________________________ Date Off: ________________________ Yes Are you a graduate of the SHLSS/PHC trainee program? No If yes, class # __________________________________________________________ Have you attended any SHLSS/PHC upgrading courses? Yes No If yes, course(s) taken ___________________________________________________ Do you hold the U.S. Coast Guard Lifeboatman Endorsement? Yes No Firefighting: Yes No CPR: Yes No Primary language spoken ________________________________________________ October 2008 SIGNATURE __________________________________ DATE ________________ NOTE: Transportation will be paid in accordance with the scheduling letter only if you present original receipts and successfully complete the course. If you have any questions, contact your port agent before departing for Piney Point. Return completed application to: Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education Admissions Office, P.O. Box 75, Piney Point, MD 20674-0075; or fax to (301) 994-2189. The Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education is a private, non-profit, equal opportunity institution and admits students, who are otherwise qualified, of any race, nationality or sex. The school complies with applicable laws with regard to admission, access or treatment of students in its programs or activities. 9/08 Seafarers LOG 25 �50928x:January 08 9/26/2008 10:43 PM Page 26 Paul Hall Center Classes Computer Classes Four Seafarers recently completed computer courses while upgrading at the SIU-affiliated Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md. Those completing various classes (photo above) were Michael Munoz (left), Gabrial Albino (right), Leslie McGirt (left in photo below) and Azad Ardeshirdavani (right in photo below). Their instructor, Rich Prucha, is pictured in the center of both photos. Unlicensed Apprentice Water Survival Class 705 – Unlicensed apprentices from Class 705 recently graduated from the water survival course. Those graduating from the course (above, in no particular order) were Christopher Coombs, Michael Correa, Jason Davis, Ronald DeHoog, Stanford Drakes, Joshua Hansen, Bryan Alflen, Benjamin Arroyo Rodriguez, Robert Blunt, Michael Brannon, Phillip Clemon, Vicki Coats, Kevin McCrea, Douglas McLaughlin, Joshua Milton, Twanna Moody, Robert Rothwell, Adam Sanders, Joshua Sanders, Kenneth Summerford, Jesse Sunga, Lezlie Vehikite, Aleksey Vigovskiy and Rickey Yancey. Their instructor, Forest McGee, is second from the left. Small Arms Training – Four individuals completed this course Aug. 22. Graduating from the training (above, in alphabetical order) were Sergio Centeno, Cholley Moses, Paul Pitcher and Kenneth Steiner. Their instructor, Stephen Stockwell, is at the far right. Advanced Firefighting – Eleven individuals from G&H Towing on Aug. 8 completed this training. Graduating from the course (above, in alphabetical order) were Bryan Albrecht, Leslie Anderson, Bruce Beam, David Callis, Erich Engelbrecht, Luis Irias, Hubert Joseph, Albert Keech, David Philyaw, Mike Shanks and David Spaulding. Government Vessels – Eight mariners on July 25 completed training in this course. Those graduating (above, in alphabetical order) were Marie Acosta, Azad Ardeshirdavani, Vic Atkinson, Casimiro Gavza Jr., Vincent Izzo, Leslie McGirt, Michael Penkwitz and Timothy White. Mark Cates, their instructor, is at the far right. 26 Seafarers LOG Government Vessels – Nine Phase III students on Aug. 1 completed this course. Finishing the training (above, in alphabetical order) were Stephen Amthauer, Keithan Bland, Jack Forde, Joseph Loureiro, John Monaco, Ronnie Rodriguez, Junior Tanaka, John Wahl, and Sean Wilson. Their instructor, Stan Beck, is standing at far left. (Note: Not all are pictured.) October 2008 �50928x:January 08 9/26/2008 10:44 PM Page 27 Paul Hall Center Classes Pumpman – Four Seafarers on Aug. 22 completed this course. Upgrading their skills and graduating (above, in alphabetical order) were Harold Gerber, Scott Spilman, Philander Walton and Richard Wright. Jim Shaffer, their instructor, is second from the right. STOS – Ten individuals graduated from this course Aug. 15. Completing their training (above, in alphabetical order) were Stephen Amthauer, Keithan Bland, Joherky Concepcion, Jack Forde, Joseph Loureiro, John Monaco, Ronnie Rodriguez, Junion Tanaka, John Wahl and Sean Wilson. Their instructor, Stan Beck, is at the far right. Water Survival – Six individuals completed training in this course Aug. 15. Graduating (above, in alphabetical order) were Omar Aswad, Milton Ballard, Eric Clotter, Eric Coleman, Ruben Fiel and Mark Wertz. Their instructor, Bernabe Pelingon, is at the far right. Crowd Management (Hawaii) - Sixteen Seafarers on Aug. 11 finished requirements for graduation from this class aboard the Pride of America. Those graduating (above, in nor particular order) were: Zedediah Strout, Hal Thomas, Coralde Noel, Michael Lais, Jeffrey Bach, Jelford Lawrence, Kenya Kwaw, Aurora Kirkwood, Virgilio Punzalan, Joemarie Aboy, Elkeik Madgy, Eugene Ajoste, Darrell Bennett, Justin Johnson, Montree Nakwichet and Xavier Cain. Advanced Firefighting (Hawaii) - The following Seafarers (above, in no particular order) on Aug. 15 completed their requirements for graduation from this course at the Barbers Point, Hawaii-based Seafarers Training Center: Christopher Powers, James Carras, Kalani Low, Keoki White, Calvin Kaawa, Joshua Ano, Jonathan Brunold, and Quirino Bangloy. October 2008 Machinist – Six upgraders on Aug. 8 completed training in this course. Enhancing their skills and graduating (above, in alphabetical order) were Reginald Colbert, Terrance Colbert, Harol Gerber, Scott Spilman, Philandar Walton and Richard Wright. Steve Harver, their instructor, is at the far right. BST (Hawaii) - The following individuals (above, in no particular order) on Aug. 22 completed this course at the Barbers Point, Hawaii-based Seafarers Training Center: Edward Ortiz III, Matthew Kuirinij, Justin Hantz, Dustin Teeman, Tyrone Danials, Chi Fai Hau, Angel Grisales, Joseph Aranda, Kimberly Meyer, Michelle Brown, Tara Timko, Courtney Sutton, Kristopher Williams, Quintin Mitchell, Christian Zrvizu, Hilary Howser, John Marshall, Adam Walker, Patrick Kelly, Joshua Klene, Freddy Foster II and German Miranda. Welding – Three mariners upgraded their skills in the course and graduated July 25. Those completing the course (above, in alphabetical order) were Sergio Cedeno, Alfredo Mendoza and Mark Wertz. Buzzy Andrews, their instructor, is second from the left Marine Refrigeration - The following individuals (above, in alphabetical order) on Aug. 22 graduated from this course: James Donohue and Joseph Krajnik. Their instructor, Calvin Beal, is in the center. Seafarers LOG 27 �50928x:January 08 9/26/2008 10:45 PM Page 28 Volume 70, Number 10 October 2008 Mariners Need TWIC by April 15, 2009 - Page 20 Around the Ports with the SIU RALLY WITH USWA – Seafarers and other trade unionists didn’t let oppressive weather prevent them from marching in support of United Steelworkers Local 8888 during an Aug. 15 rally in Newport News, Va. The Steelworkers represent roughly 7,000 workers at Northrop Grumman’s Newport News Shipyard who were preparing to negotiate a new contract. (The existing agreement expires in late October.) Approximately 500 people participated in the rally, some of whom are shown in the photos directly above and below. The event also had a political flavor, as former Virginia Gov. Mark R. Warner addressed the crowd while local officials and candidates also attended. CONGRATULATIONS, GRADUATES -- Receiving their GED graduation certificates from the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education on Sept. 8 are (left to right) Richard Noto, John Curran and David Brady. HAPPY BIRTHDAY – AB Omar Almaklani (above left photo) is happy to report that his son Saber (above right) recently celebrated his second birthday. The Seafarer asked that these photos be shared in the LOG. SEAFARERS UPGRADE – SIU Santurce Port Agent Amancio Crespo (left in photos directly above and below) congratulates Seafarers Diego Hatch (top photo) and Jaime Baretty, respectively, for recently securing their third mate’s licenses. The photos were taken at the union hall in Puerto Rico. ABOARD THE COAST RANGE – This photo was taken in mid-August aboard the Coast Range while the vessel was in Port Everglades, Fla. Pictured are Bosun T. Banks, AB Rick Wiemer, AB T. Stringer, OS Brian Deans, OS Basil McMillan, Chief Steward Tran Nee and AB Michael Cousin. SAFE OPERATIONS – Early last month, Seafarers at Crowley-Petty’s Island celebrated a laudable achievement: one year of accident-free operations (and counting). Some of the members are pictured above. They work with roll-on/roll-off ships and handle mechanical work on barges. Petty’s Island is located in the Delaware River between Pennsylvania and New Jersey. � 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/. 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Richard Trumka was elected AFL-CIO president, and UNITE-HERE rejoined the federation after a four-year absence. Page 5. (Photo by Bill Burke/Page One) Another New Ship! Liberty Pride Enters SIU-Contracted Fleet The car carrier Liberty Pride (above and at left) is the latest addition to the Seafarers-contracted fleet. The Liberty Maritime Corporation vessel was built earlier this year. Page 3. Merchant Marine’s Crucial Role Highlighted at MTD Convention A few days prior to the AFL-CIO convention, the federation’s Maritime Trades Department conducted its own quadrennial event, also in Pittsburgh. An array of high-ranking guest speakers addressed the delegates, reaffirming strong support for the American maritime industry. MTD President Michael Sacco was re-elected to a four-year term. Pictured at far right, AFL-CIO President Rich Trumka describes the merchant marine’s role in national security. At immediate right, SIU Exec. VP Augie Tellez (left) stands with U.S. Transportation Command Deputy Commander Vice Adm. Mark Harnitchek. Below, audience members react to a speech. Pages 2, 3, 9-14. Eighth T-AKE Ship Delivered Page 2 Nations Sign Anti-Piracy Declaration Page 4 ITF Assists Crews Page 8 �56207_p1_p24:January 08 9/25/2009 9:37 PM Page 2 President’s Repor t Rebuilding Our Economy Time after time, first at the Maritime Trades Department convention and then at the AFL-CIO convention, speaker after speaker used my favorite four-letter word. The president of the United States said it. Cabinet secretaries and military leaders said it. Union officials and management representatives said it. Okay, you’ve probably figured out where I’m going with this. The word is “jobs,” and in the big picture it is a very serious subject. In a way, jobs were the dominant if unofficial theme at the MTD meetings and at the federation’s convention. Those conventions took place in mid-September in Pittsburgh. Michael Sacco We report on them extensively in this issue of the LOG, and I encourage Seafarers to take the time and read about both events. You’ll find a lot of topical information that affects our livelihoods. Everyone knows the economy is struggling and unemployment is too high. Righting the ship isn’t just a union concern or a working families concern – it’s an American concern. Good jobs are the backbone of our economy and, as the MTD and AFL-CIO speakers stated, they are a critical part of the foundation of our quality of life. No one is pretending that there are easy answers or that there’s a quick fix. But there are some basic principles and strategies that are essential to reducing unemployment, rebuilding the middle class and lifting our economy. For starters, we’ve got to protect workers’ rights. We must invest in U.S. industry and infrastructure, and we must expand opportunities for training and education. This goes hand-in-hand with addressing the imbalance between the U.S. and the global economy. It may sound boring or complicated or both, but we’ve got to level the playing field by reforming some of our policies on trade, currency and taxes. In simple terms, we also can’t continue borrowing billions and billions of dollars each year from the rest of the world to fund consumption of goods that are no longer made in America. The Employee Free Choice Act is an important piece of this puzzle. We have to remember that America’s workers are America’s consumers. Protecting workers’ rights – allowing them the opportunity to organize, rewarding their productivity, simply respecting them – is a win-win situation for everyone. Health insurance reform is another critical piece. The spiraling costs of health care threaten to crush families, business and government at all levels if those costs aren’t contained. Legislators on both sides of the aisle at least agree on that much, even if they don’t all agree on how to solve the problem. The time for reform is now. Those are some of the fundamental issues that organized labor is working on, along with our allies. Our goals are what’s right for America, and that starts with good jobs. As U.S. Labor Secretary Hilda Solis put it last month, our country needs “jobs that support a family by increasing incomes and narrowing the wage gap. Jobs that are safe and secure and give people a voice in the workplace through the right to organize and bargain collectively. Jobs that are sustainable – like green jobs – that export products, not paychecks. And jobs that rebuild a strong middle class.” That’s a tall order in this economy, but I’m convinced that if we all work together there’s no doubt that we can pull it off. That’s what President Obama is all about and that’s what our union is all about. As the president himself recently said during a well publicized rally: Fire it Up! Volume 71, Number 10 NASSCO Delivers USNS Wally Schirra Shipyard Lays Keel for USNS Washington Chambers The U.S. Navy’s new-build program featuring dry cargo/ammunition ships known as T-AKEs continued its steady progress with the recent delivery of the USNS Wally Schirra and the keel-laying for what will be the USNS Washington Chambers. The USNS Schirra was delivered Sept. 1 to the U.S. Military Sealift Command (MSC) while the keel was laid for the USNS Chambers in late August. The T-AKE vessels are being built at General Dynamics NASSCO Shipyard, a union-contracted facility located in San Diego. They are crewed in the unlicensed ranks by members of the SIU Government Services Division. The Schirra is named in honor of astronaut Walter “Wally” Schirra. It is the eighth ship in the The Seafarers-crewed USNS Wally Schirra conducts sea trials off the coast of San Diego in August. Lewis and Clark class of underway replenishment ships. These vessels deliver ammunition, provisions, stores, spare parts, potable water and petroleum products to the Navy’s underway carrier and expeditionary strike groups, allowing them to stay at sea for extended periods. “Not only have the T-AKEs greatly improved MSC’s ability to deliver vital supplies to our Navy’s deployed strike groups worldwide, but the flexibility in operations of this new class of ships has also enabled us to support a range of other missions,” said Capt. Jerome Hamel, commanding officer of MSC’s office in San Diego, Sealift Logistics Command Pacific. “For example, the USNS Richard Byrd is currently deployed on a humanitarian and civic assistance mission in the Western Pacific for the U.S. Pacific Command.” The 689-foot Schirra is expected to start conducting missions for MSC in May 2010. In addition to its crew of civil service mariners and Navy sailors, it also can carry a helicopter detachment. Both the Navy and NASSCO have reported that the U.S. military expects to build 14 T-AKEs, which are replacing some of MSC’s older vessels. Meanwhile, continuing the tradition of honoring legendary pioneers and explorers, the USNS Chambers recognizes Capt. Washington Irving Chambers, a pioneer in naval aviation history. Among his many accomplishments, Chambers arranged for the world’s first take-off and landing of an airplane on a warship – confirming the potential of carrier-based naval aviation operations. It will be the 11th ship in the class. NASSCO recently reported that it is delivering ships approximately one to two months ahead of schedule. Union-Contracted Alliance St. Louis Makes Noteworthy Stop in Virginia At a glance, the sight of the SIU-crewed Alliance St. Louis loading rolling stock cargo at APM Terminals Virginia probably appeared routine. But, it was notable because the ship – operated by Maersk Line, Limited (MLL) – on Aug. 27 became the first roll-on/roll-off (RO/RO) vessel to call on the Portsmouth terminal since the highly regarded container facility opened in July 2007. Company and port representatives welcomed approximately 40 U.S. military officials and guests to watch the Alliance St. Louis’ arrival and loading. “The docking of the St. Louis at APM Terminals Virginia demonstrates Maersk’s collective ability to integrate intermodal capabilities and deliver the highest level of service to the U.S. military,” noted Rick Boyle, vice president of U.S. Flag Transportation Services at MLL. Rolling stock cargo arrived via railroad and transferred at the terminal’s on-dock rail. “This direct rail-to-RO/RO transfer provides the efficient rolling stock transportation needed for mili- tary deployments and retrograde,” said Boyle. “The terminal has an excellent setup for transporting vehicles, helping to improve transit times, reduce costs and minimize handling,” said Ed McCarthy, senior director of terminal operations at APM Terminals Virginia. Approximately 225 trucks and vehicles loaded on the SIU-crewed ship, of which about 75 percent arrived via rail. “We hope today’s loading highlights the flexibility of the terminal, and that we increase our role with the U.S. military for the movement of rolling stock,” McCarthy added. In February 2008, MLL brought both the Alliance St. Louis and sister ship Alliance Norfolk into the company’s American-flag fleet to meet growing demand for the transportation of vehicles, oversized and non-containerized cargoes. The two vessels carry U.S. government, preference and commercial cargo. Both ships have the capacity of 6,500 car-equivalent units and over 580,000 square feet of total stowage space, and participate in the U.S. Maritime Security Program and the Voluntary Intermodal Sealift Agreement. October 2009 The SIU on line: www.seafarers.org The Seafarers LOG (ISSN 1086-4636) is published monthly by the Seafarers International Union; Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District/NMU, AFLCIO; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, MD 20746. Telephone (301) 899-0675. Periodicals postage paid at Southern Maryland 20790-9998. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the Seafarers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. Communications Director, Jordan Biscardo; Managing Editor/Production, Jim Guthrie; Associate Editor, Mark Bowman; Photographer, Mike Hickey; Art, Bill Brower; Administrative Support, Misty Dobry. Copyright © 2009 Seafarers International Union, AGLIWD. All Rights Reserved. 2 Seafarers LOG Docked in Portsmouth, Va., the SIU-crewed Alliance St. Louis prepares to load rolling stock cargo. October 2009 �56207_p1_p24:January 08 9/25/2009 9:37 PM Page 3 The entry of the Liberty Pride (left) into the American-flag fleet signals good news for Seafarers and for the nation. The photo above shows part of the new ship’s wheelhouse. Liberty Pride Hoists Stars and Stripes RO/RO Becomes Latest Addition To Seafarers-Contracted Fleet The union recently welcomed new shipboard jobs with the delivery of the Liberty Maritime Corporation (LMC)operated MV Liberty Pride into the U.S. fleet. A Pure Car Truck Carrier (PCTC), the Liberty Pride becomes the eighth vessel in LMC’s SIU-crewed fleet. She joins the Liberty Eagle, Liberty Glory, Liberty Grace, Liberty Spirit, Liberty Star and Liberty Sun, each of which transports food shipments overseas as part of the U.S. government’s “Food for Peace” program. In addition the Liberty Pride will team up with LMC’s Alliance New York, another PCTC, in the U.S. Maritime Security Program (MSP). Seafarers are manning the vessel’s unlicensed positions in all three shipboard departments. The Liberty Pride was built by Daewoo Shipbuilding in South Korea. She boasts 12 cargo decks, has a cargo area of 580,000 square feet and is rated to carry 6,388 small cars. Her keel was laid March 16 and she was launched May 31. LMC accepted delivery of the vessel Aug. “The addition of this vessel to the U.S.-flag fleet is great news for the union as well as the country,” said SIU Executive Vice President Augie Tellez. “This new tonnage translates into more jobs for SIU members and greater security for our country in these tough economic times. “Liberty Maritime deserves a great deal of credit and recognition for its ongoing solid commitment to the American-flag fleet and to the U.S. Merchant Marine,” Tellez concluded. Liberty Maritime Corporation is based in Lake Success, N.Y. Formed in 1988 as the operating entity for various deep sea oceangoing dry bulk carrier vessels owned by Liberty Shipping Group, the corporation is one of the largest privately held independent operators of U.S.-flag dry bulk car- rier vessels. Its American-flag fleet operates in both the preference trades of the United States and the international commercial trades. The MSP has been a valuable component of America’s economic and defense security since its enactment in 1996. The U.S. Maritime Administration describes the MSP as “a fundamental element of the U. S. maritime transportation system, providing an active, privately owned, U.S.-flag and U.S.-crewed liner fleet in international trade which is available to support Department of Defense sustainment in a contingency…. These vessels are modern, efficient and militarily useful commercial dry cargo vessels which can support national security requirements and maintain a competitive U.S.-flag presence in international commerce. The MSP helps retain a labor base of skilled American seafarers who are available to crew the U.S. government-owned strategic sealift as well as the U.S. commercial fleet, both in peace and war.” Military, Gov’t, Industry Speakers Reaffirm Support for U.S. Maritime Delegates Re-Elect Michael Sacco as MTD President MTD President Michael Sacco (right) thanks U.S. Secretary of Transportation Ray LaHood for his remarks supporting civilian mariners. October 2009 The AFL-CIO’s Maritime Trades Department (MTD) conducted its quadrennial convention Sept. 10-11 in Pittsburgh, and the event was packed with supportive remarks by guest speakers representing the Obama administration, the U.S. military, government, management and organized labor. All of the speakers reaffirmed their strong backing of the U.S. Merchant Marine. A few provided updates on the fights to pass health insurance reform and the Employee Free Choice Act (EFCA). Convention delegates re-elected MTD President Michael Sacco to a four-year term. They also re-elected Executive Secretary-Treasurer Frank Pecquex and elected Vice President Scott Winter. The convention’s theme was “Motivated, Trained, Dedicated” – something Sacco touched on during his opening remarks. “Our rank-and-file members display their motivation every day, as they go to work aboard ships, on the docks and in the yards, and in the mills and mines and everywhere else our members go to earn a living,” he stated. “They prove the value of their training as they turn out new, high-tech ships in Philadelphia and San Diego; as they build the new state-of-the-art arena just a few blocks from here; and when they ‘turn to’ during emergencies like the Miracle on the Hudson. “And they show a level of dedication that goes far beyond merely getting the job done, as was so vividly, tragically and heroically demonstrated eight years ago when our fire fighters and police officers and ferry captains and many others saved everyone they could save on 9/11,” he continued. (The convention’s second day coincided with the eighth anniversary of the September 11, 2001 attacks.) The MTD consists of 23 affiliated national and international unions (including the SIU) representing more than five million members and a network of 21 port maritime councils in the United States and Canada. In order of appearance, the following individuals spoke at the convention: AFL-CIO Secretary-Treasurer Richard Trumka; Pennsylvania AFL-CIO President Bill George; U.S. Coast Guard Commandant Admiral Thad Allen; U.S. Transportation Command Deputy Commander Vice Admiral Mark Harnitchek; AFL-CIO President John Sweeney; U.S. Secretary of Transportation Ray LaHood; Aker Philadelphia Shipyard President and CEO Jim Miller; Lakes Carriers’ Association President James Weakley; U.S. Deputy Maritime Administrator David Matsuda; U.S. Rep. Ed Pastor (D-Arizona) and Pennsylvania Gov. Ed Rendell (D). (The following week, at the AFL-CIO convention, Trumka was elected president of the federation as Sweeney began his planned retirement.) MTD conventions normally include resolutions that are considered and adopted by the delegates, and this one was no exception. The resolutions help the department plan its agenda for the next four years. The topics of the resolutions approved last month included the following: America’s maritime highway, appreciation for John Sweeney, cargo preference, the fight for a new contract for the Communications Workers and International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers at AT&T, dredging, health care, the Maritime Labor Convention, and the U.S. Maritime Security Program. Delegates also approved resolutions concerning EFCA, offshore renewable energy, combating piracy, remembering September 11, retirement security, cabotage laws, supporting our troops, the Title XI Shipbuilding Loan Guarantee Program, U.S. Navy shipbuilding, a united labor movement, the Seafarers’ Identity Document, and benefits for World War II mariners. For additional coverage of the MTD convention, see Pages 9-14 Seafarers LOG 3 �56207_p1_p24:January 08 9/25/2009 9:37 PM Page 4 MarAd Issues Anti-Piracy Advisory U.S., Other Nations Sign ‘New York Declaration’ The U.S. Maritime Administration (MarAd) and the U.S. State Department last month raised the visibility and level of international cooperation regarding piracy and defense measures. MarAd issued an advisory warning of a possible increase in piracy in the Horn of Africa and Indian Ocean regions since the monsoon season in the area ended. The agency also urged mariners to use lessons learned from previous successful privacy evasions and to “take defensive measures and not surrender at the first sign of a threat.” The advisory not only warns vessels to avoid routes where attacks have taken place, but also recommends that mariners “demonstrate a willingness to defend yourself.” The communication further encourages mariners to travel at “maximum sustainable speed” through “high threat areas” and to continually conduct risk assessments during their voyage. The advisory gives mariners information on how best to check with authorities and how to request escort service in a convoy. As piracy has affected just about every nation that has ships on the high seas in 2009, the level of cooperation in anti-piracy actions and exercises has grown. This year it hasn’t been unusual to see news reports of navies of nations formerly known as less than friendly toward each other coming to each other’s aid in attempts to thwart piracy. Lidinsky to Chair FMC The Federal Maritime for designating me chairman of the Commission on Sept. 14 announced Federal Maritime Commission,” that President Barack Obama has des- Lidinsky said. “As I said in my recent ignated Richard A. Lidinsky Jr. as confirmation hearings, this agency FMC chairman. Lidinsky joined the has a key role in assisting the ecoagency on July 31, having been nom- nomic recovery of our entire ocean inated by President Obama in June waterborne commerce transportation and confirmed by the Senate there- industry. The commission is, and after. His term with the commission must remain at all times, alert to foreign activities that are harmful to our expires in 2012. Lidinsky has 37 years of extensive carriers and trade routes with a focus on protecting our experience in the country’s shipping maritime trade induscommunity, and try and government above all the operations. After American consumer. serving as a As we face the chalCongressional aide lenges of returning on the old U.S. jobs to our waterHouse of fronts, working with Representatives all sectors of our marMerchant Marine and itime family to help Fisheries Committee, green our ports, and he began his profesadapt the latest techsional legal career in nologies to aide in our the FMC’s Office of mission, the experiGeneral Counsel as enced and dedicated legislative counsel employees of the from 1973-75. In Richard Lidinsky FMC will be there to 1975 the Maryland FMC Chairman lend our support and Port Administration expertise.” appointed him to be Commissioner Joseph Brennan counsel and director of tariffs and stated, “Richard Lidinsky is as wellnational port affairs. In announcing his appointment, prepared as any commissioner has the agency noted that Lidinsky has been upon taking office. I think he held positions on both the business will do an excellent job as chair of the and the government side of the mar- FMC.” Commissioner Rebecca Dye said, itime industry, including most recently working as an attorney and interna- “I look forward to working with tional trade consultant in private prac- [Lidinsky] to carry out the commistice, before returning to the FMC as a sion’s responsibilities in a manner that promotes our economy and commissioner. “I want to thank President Obama increases American jobs.” In this spirit of cooperation, on Sept. 10, the U.S., Japan, Cyprus, Singapore, the United Kingdom, Northern Ireland, Liberia, Panama, the Bahamas and the Marshall Islands signed a pact called the “New York Declaration” to recognize the increasing problem of piracy and armed robbery against vessels and seafarers on innocent passage. Each country united in decreeing that all acts of piracy and armed robbery against vessels and seafarers are condemned and they will commit to join together to stop it. The nations agreed that each of them has a responsibility to take self-protection measures and each is committed to share and use best practices in warding off, avoiding, deterring and delaying acts of piracy. Celebrating Labor Day in Wilmington Seafarers and SIU officials from the Wilmington, Calif., area made a strong showing at the annual Labor Day parade. Some of the SIU participants are pictured in these two photos, starting with the top image, from left: Safety Director Abdul Al-Omari, retired Dispatcher Jesse Solis, Port Agent Jeff Turkus, GUDE Revelino Olivares, Dispatcher Nick Rios and AB Ronie Llave. Among those shown in the other photo are Seafarers Rey Chang, Roger Mosley, Teofilo Sison and Llave, Retiree Mary Lou Lopez, Rios, Al-Omari, Solis and his son Jesse Solis Jr. Horizon Expands Container Service, Adds Tampa Stop Seafarers-Contracted Company Recognized for Reliability The Horizon Discovery will be part of the San Juan to Tampa service. 4 Seafarers LOG SIU-contracted company Horizon Lines, Inc. recently announced an expansion of its container service. Horizon said beginning Oct. 4 it will add regularly scheduled vessel container service between Tampa and Puerto Rico. A vessel call at the Port of Tampa will be added to the carrier’s Gulf Express Service (GAX), currently operating a fixed-day, bi-weekly schedule between Houston and San Juan. According to the company, the addition of a port call in Tampa provides new options for customers located in west and central Florida, while continuing to provide fast and reliable fixed-day vessel service between Houston and San Juan. In other Horizon news, the company announced on Aug. 7 it had topped the list of ocean carriers worldwide for schedule reliability in the second quarter of 2009, with 100 percent on-time performance, according to London-based Drewry Shipping Consultants. “This is a real credit to our entire team, but especially our operations group,” said John Keenan, president and chief operating officer at Horizon. This honor comes after Horizon Lines was awarded the Platinum Carrier Award earlier this year from home improvement retailer Lowe’s Companies Inc. for providing 100 percent on-time service in 2008. Horizon Lines is the only ocean carrier serving each of the domestic U.S. trades of Alaska, Hawaii, Guam and Puerto Rico. Horizon Lines has been continually recognized in recent years for schedule integrity, vessel maintenance and safety programs, while making efficiency gains to help mitigate the environmental impact from its ships. Drewry’s schedule monitoring survey tracked nearly 1,700 vessels in the three months between April 1 and June 30, 2009, and compared the scheduled day of arrival at the destination port with the actual day of arrival. October 2009 �56207_p1_p24:January 08 9/25/2009 9:38 PM Page 5 AFL-CIO Convention Includes Milestones Trumka Elected President; Obama Pledges Support for EFCA The recently concluded AFL-CIO 26th Constitutional Convention had it’s share of historic milestones. President Barrack Obama reaffirmed his support of the labor movement, becoming the first sitting president in more than a decade to address the conference. Convention delegates without opposition elected a diverse set of top officers: Richard Trumka, a white man for president; Arlene Holt Baker, a black woman for executive vice president; and for the first time ever, a woman, Liz Shuler for secretary-treasurer. SIU President Michael Sacco, who is a vice president of the AFLCIO, conducted the election. John Sweeney, AFL-CIO president since 1995, began his planned retirement but vowed to remain an activist. In yet another development, UNITE HERE rejoined the 11.5-million member AFL-CIO. The 265,000-member strong coalition in 2005 was one of several unions that disaffiliated from the federation. Nearly 1,000 delegates and 2,000 guests participated in the convention, which took place Sept. 13-17 at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center in downtown Pittsburgh. The SIU had a strong showing at the quadrennial event, as several high-ranking officials in addition to Sacco participated. In addition to President Obama, many other notable individuals appeared as keynote speakers. These included: U.S. Sen. Bob Casey, U.S. Rep. Judy Chu, former Pittsburgh Steelers player Franco Harris, NAACP President Ben Jealous, Caroline Kennedy, U.S. Secretary of Labor Hilda Solis, International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC) General Secretary Guy Ryder, U.S. Sen. Arlen Specter and National Education Association President Dennis Van Roekel. President Obama delivered a strong, inspiring message to the convention: “We’re going to make this country work again.” In an address punctuated by sporadic chants and standing ovations, Obama said he’s committed to the same goals as the union movement: restoring the economy, getting health care for everyone and passing the Employee Free Choice Act. “These are the reforms I’m proposing. These are the reforms labor has been championing,” he said. “These are the reforms the American people need. And these are the reforms I intend to sign into law. Quality, affordable health insurance. A world-class education. Good jobs that pay well and can’t be outsourced. A strong labor movement. That’s how we’ll lift up hard-working families. That’s how we’ll grow our middle class. That’s how we’ll SIU VP Kermett Mangram, who is based in Norfolk, reports on Virginia political activities. October 2009 put opportunity within reach in the United States of America,” the president said. Throughout Obama’s speech, the enthusiastic crowd gave him multiple standing ovations–when one woman shouted “I love you,” he responded: “I love you, too, sister.” In turn, the president showed he understands the needs of working people and the unions that represent them. “When labor succeeds—that’s when our middle class succeeds,” he said. “And when our middle class succeeds—that’s when the United States of America succeeds.” President Obama pledged his continued support of the Employee Free Choice Act, noting, “When workers want a union, they should get a union.” The economic crisis was brought on by greed and irresponsibility, Obama said, and we can’t wait to rebuild a stronger, better and fairer economy. “The problems in our economy preceded this economic crisis,” Obama said. “Just last week, a Census report came out showing that in 2008, before this downturn, family income fell to its lowest point in over a decade, and more families slid into poverty. “That is unacceptable,” he continued. “And I refuse to let America go back to the culture of irresponsibility that made it possible.” The president spent much of his speech talking about health care and thanked union members for their hard work on making health insurance reform possible. “Few have fought for this cause harder, and few have championed it longer than you…. You know why this is so important,” he told the audience. “You know this isn’t just about the millions of Americans who don’t have health insurance, it’s about the hundreds of millions more who do: Americans who worry that they’ll lose their insurance if they lose their job, who fear their coverage will be denied because of a pre-existing condition, who know that one accident or illness could mean financial ruin. “When are we going to stop this? When are we going to say enough is enough? How many more workers have to lose their coverage? How many more families have to go into the red for a sick loved one? We have talked this issue to death year after year, decade after decade…. Now is the time for action. Now is the time to deliver on health insurance reform.” President Obama also said that the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act helped pull the economy up and prevent even worse crisis. He pledged to keep working to create good jobs and make sure that “Made in America” Caroline Kennedy tells delegates that her uncle, Sen. Edward M. Kennedy, who died weeks earlier, had asked her to speak at the convention. U.S. Secretary of Labor Hilda Solis states, “It is important that we have an active Department of Labor advocating for the needs of working people.” President Barack Obama on Sept. 15 addresses delegates and guests during the AFLCIO’s 26th Constitutional Convention in Pittsburgh. During his speech, the president reaffirmed his support of the labor movement including his backing of the Employee Free Choice Act. (Photo by Bill Burke/Page One) won’t just be a slogan, but a reality. The president has already signed into law pro-worker legislation like the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act and an expansion of health care to millions of children in need. He asked the convention attendees to come together and fight with him for an America with lasting prosperity. Labor Secretary Hilda Solis, in the first address by a U.S. Labor Secretary to an AFL-CIO convention in more than eight years, said unions are more important than ever in today’s economic crisis. “Workers are under assault and they need the voice on the job that unions provide. I believe and I know union jobs are good jobs,” she said. Echoing President Obama’s Labor Day speech, Solis continued, “That’s why I support [the Employee free Choice Act]: to level the playing field so it’s easier for employees who want a union to form a union. Nothing—nothing wrong with that. Because when labor is strong, America is strong. When we all stand together, we all rise together.” Solis, the daughter of union members and whose father recently suffered a stroke, said health care reform is a must for our country. The status quo in health care is “unsustainable,” she said. Workers like her father who spent their lives working hard had a right to expect secure and stable benefits in their retirement. “They are counting on us to do the right thing.” Real health care reform will not only ensure that workers with insurance keep their benefits, she said, it will provide affordable options for those without health care coverage and rein in the cost of health care for everyone. The labor secretary also listed a series See Trumka, Page 14 Convention delegates elected (from left) Exec. VP Arlene Holt Baker, President Rich Trumka and Sec.-Treasurer Liz Shuler to four-year terms. (Photo by Bill Burke/Page One) Seafarers LOG 5 �56207_p1_p24:January 08 9/25/2009 9:41 PM Page 6 Seafarers, Tacoma Families Volunteer to Help Neighbors Seafarers recently continued their tradition of giving something back to their community as SIU members and families in Tacoma, Wash., again volunteered to help the Paint Tacoma Beautiful program. Paint Tacoma Beautiful is an annual program through which community members and local organizations pool their resources and volunteer manpower to help those who need assistance. This year, 37 SIU members, employees, family members and friends in the Tacoma area washed, scraped, sanded, caulked and painted the home of Al Reeves and his wife, Cecile. During the last three years, SIU members based in the Tacoma area have volunteered more than 1,000 hours of manpower to the program. Mr. Reeves was an Army engineer during the Korean War and says, during these economic times, Paint Tacoma and the SIU crew were a godsend. “I don’t get around well anymore, so these young folks were a blessing from heaven. It’s so heartwarming to see your neighbors give up what little free time they have to help others. We all bonded and my wife, Cecile, had a great time chatting with the folks, especially the kids who came to help. We can’t thank these fine folks enough,” he stated. Tacoma Port Agent Joe Vincenzo said of the SIU volunteers, “This is our third year participating in the Paint Tacoma project. Each year brings with it new opportunities to reach out to our friends and neighbors in Pierce County and to give back what we ourselves have received over the years. It hardly seems like giving since we are all a little bit better off for having participated in the first place. Each year we see more ‘A’ seniority and recertified members stepping up to the plate and this year is no different. One of our recertified bosuns said it best when he said that there are takers and givers. ‘I have taken all my life. It is time to give back.’ He was referring to his 30-plus years of gainful employment with the SIU. I’d like to personally thank our rank-and-file members for their participation. Without their support, none of this would be possible.” The following is a list of SIU members and family who participated with Paint Tacoma Beautiful 2009: Port Agent Joe Vincenzo, Safety Director Ryan Palmer, Quinton Palmer, Patrolman Kris Hopkins, Karen Hopkins, Kevin Hopkins, Kylie Hopkins, Administrative Assistant Brenda Flesner, Joie Flesner, OMU Chris Mercado, OMU Dan Coffey, GUDE Cheryl Gutkowski, Electrician David Goodpastor, BREC Lance Zollner, BREC Ben Born, SREC Michael Meany, SREC Lovie Perez, AB Ray Nowak, AB Chris Tizon, OMU Mikel Tittsworth, GUDE Samed Kassem, OMU Glenn Quittorio, AB Cory Gardner, STOS Allan Makiling, GUDE Hernando Basilan, AB Pete Hokenson, AB Paul Sharo, GUDE Rupert Henry, ACU Lamberto Palamos, AB Cesar Runatay, DEU Orlando Makiling, DEU Jose Santos, OMU Melgar Daguio, Wiper Joe Hilario, SREC Manuel Basas, Steward/Baker Emily Soriano and OMU Efran Bacomo. AB Dan Coffey takes a quick break for a photo. Members of the Paint Tacoma group for 2009 included (back row, left to right) Port Agent Joe Vincenzo, Electrician David Goodpastor, BREC Lance Zollner, SREC Michael Meany, BREC Ben Born, OS Cheryl Gutkowski, homeowners Cecile and Al Reeves, (front row, left to right) SIU Patrolman Kris Hopkins, AB Dan Coffey and Administrative Assistant Brenda Flesner Electrician David Goodpastor removes old caulk OMU Chris Mercado pressure washes the house. GUDE Cheryl Gutkowski reaches new heights. Safety Director Ryan Palmer goes aloft to tackle caulking. Matson, Horizon Lines Participate In Honolulu-Based Response Drill In late August, SIU-contracted Horizon Lines and Matson Navigation took part in an exercise designed to test and refine reactions to terrorist attacks. Overseen by the U.S. Coast Guard, the drill took place in Honolulu. According to the agency, the exercise “simulated a joint coordination response to a terrorist attack in Honolulu Harbor. The exercise was staged at the Clean Islands Council’s response center on Sand Island and did not involve any tactical assets or the harbor itself.” The joint response was in reaction to a simulated case in which a terrorist organization hijacks a ship and then sinks it in Honolulu Harbor, blocking 6 Seafarers LOG the shipping channel and cutting off the transfer of goods and services. The Coast Guard reported that federal, state and local officials along with marine industry representatives “acted together to discuss salvage response, maritime transportation system recovery, alternative delivery methods, and economic, social, and national security impacts. The goal of this exercise was to test and validate a new Coast Guard-created Salvage Response Plan for Honolulu.” “We never know what could be knocked out during a natural disaster or a terrorist attack,” said Capt. Barry Compagnoni, the U.S. Coast Guard captain of the port for Honolulu. “Most of our goods are shipped here, so the proper functioning of our marine transportation system in Hawaii is essential to our survival.” In addition to Matson and Horizon, exercise participants included the Coast Guard, U.S. Navy, Federal Bureau of Investigation, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Department of Homeland Security, Federal Emergency Management Agency and the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Maritime Administration. Also involved were the State of Hawaii Civil Defense Department, State of Hawaii Department of Transportation Harbors Division, Honolulu Department of Emergency Management, Retail Merchants of Hawaii, Marine Cargo Surveys of Hawaii, Clean Islands Council (industry or non-government agencies) and others. The Salvage Response Plan was developed after Congress passed the SAFE Port Act in 2006 as a result of lessons learned from the Hurricane Katrina response in New Orleans. Government and industry representatives jointly developed a plan for port reconstitution after a disaster. The strategy focuses on marine salvage and services needed to reopen navigable waterways to maritime commerce. It covers each of the commercial ports on the neighboring islands and American Samoa. “It’s extremely valuable for each of these agencies and industry to get together before an incident and discuss our various roles and responsibilities in regards to the reconstitution of the Port of Honolulu,” said Anne Stevens, a domestic preparedness planner with the State Civil Defense Department. “Because of today’s exercise we are better prepared to respond to a real disruption in Honolulu Harbor.” October 2009 �56207_p1_p24:January 08 9/25/2009 9:43 PM Page 7 Notice/Reminder Engine Department Career Path October 2009 Seafarers LOG 7 �56207_p1_p24:January 08 9/25/2009 9:43 PM Page 8 ITF Officials Assist Eastwind Crews Inspectors Secure More than $1 Million in Back Pay The International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) last month reported several successful cases in which the organization’s inspectors secured back pay (totaling more than $1 million) and repatriation for crews sailing with the recently bankrupt runaway-flag operating company Eastwind. One of those instances involved SIU ITF Inspector Shwe Tun Aung, who on Aug. 31 secured $130,000 in back pay as well as repatriation for mariners from the Liberian-flagged Yucatan in Galveston, Texas. In early September, the ITF noted that it “continues to work with the bankrupt company’s trustees and those buying other of its vessels. At the time Eastwind declared bankruptcy it was believed to own 63 vessels. Some of these have been sold, some arrested. The ITF was called in by the crews of a number of these, and as of today (Sept. 4) – with payments made to the crew of the Annapurna and due in the next few days to that of the Azov Wind – has been instrumental in resolving all of them.” ITF Maritime Coordinator Steve Cotton said, “Picking up the pieces of the Eastwind collapse is a difficult but not impossible situation. The ITF is one of the organizations – including agents, banks, port authorities, lawyers and unions – looking for a solution, and the contact between us and them has paid off in the successes that each week are making a very bad state of affairs a little bit better. Once again it underlines why we want anyone having difficulties to talk to us at the earliest possible stage. If Eastwind had done that, instead of leaving it to panicked crews to alert us, then the relief effort might be even further along now.” In Balboa, Panama, ITF Inspector Luis Fruto was expected to witness the payment of the crew of the Liberian-flagged Azov Wind, which had arrived from Valparaiso. The ITF inspector from that area, Juan Villalon, explained the history of the case. “I received a phone call from the Georgian crew asking for help on Aug. 12,” Villalon recalled. “I met with the crew that day, and they identified the following problem areas: medical; water and food; bunkering and oil; inspection and certification of the vessel. The agent told me that a superintendent had arrived from Cyprus, and following meetings it emerged that Tokyo Star Bank had taken over and had appointed Fleet Management Cyprus as managers.” He continued, “I explained the situation to Fleet Management and that if it were not remedied we would assist the crew in taking legal action against the vessel. He assured me that they were doing everything they could to find a solution. In the meantime, I contacted supply agents in Valparaiso to begin negotiations with the port agency. The five crew members who wanted to see a doctor were helped to do so and all the personnel were instructed on the importance of staying with the vessel. “The following week, I heard from Fleet Management, telling me that most of the issues were approved and that the money and supply problems would be solved shortly. Food and water were supplied and $72,000, a month’s wages (out of Mariners from the Azov Wind (above) were among those recently assisted by ITF inspectors. three), transferred to the crew’s banks back home.” He concluded, “After that it was necessary to organize an inspection and certification to allow the vessel to proceed to Panama, where local ITF Inspector Luis Fruto was waiting to confirm the payment of the remaining owed salaries, as well as the repatriation of most of the crew, as the managers have informed us that the vessel will be laid up with a safe manning crew. The total owed salaries were $340,000, in addition to the repatriation, certification and provisioning in Chile.” Grahame MacLaren, ITF inspector in Wellington, reported on the Annapurna. “On Aug. 4 the Eastwind Group’s reefer vessel Annapurna arrived at the port of Auckland, where it was immediately arrested by the Japanese-owned Aozora Bank Ltd. It had sailed empty to New Zealand on the bank’s orders – it appears so that it could be arrested in a country where it was felt all parties would be treated fairly under law. “That evening Auckland-based Garry Parsloe of the Maritime Union of New Zealand (MUNZ) went on board to assess the Burmese crew’s situation and found out that they had not been paid for some time. Garry advised them that they should under no circumstances leave the vessel or be repatriated without first being paid all wages owed.” MacLaren continued, “The crew were unable to even afford the cost of a phone call home, so Garry negotiated with the agents to have a cell phone provided so they could contact their families. He was informed by the bailiffs that a lawyer would be needed to present the crew’s claim in court and was given the name of Pauline Barratt. The ITF have since retained her and she has been doing a great job representing the crew. “I travelled to Auckland and, accompanied by the lawyer and MUNZ members, we met with the crew. Also in attendance were the vessel’s agents and an interpreter provided by them. We discussed the situation with the crew and answered any questions they had to the best of our abilities. I put to the agents a request for money for the men’s essential needs and after a lot of negotiation we managed to get the arresting bank to give each man a payment of $200 – not a huge amount but they were very grateful to have it. “The ship has no ITF-approved agreement in place, and the Burmese crew were on pay rates below ITF minimums,” he continued. “The way they were being paid was that apart from allotments some of them had sent home, they were only to be given the balance of their wages at termination of their contracts. So they had had no cash at all for many months. The allotments going home to the families stopped in April, leaving the families destitute.” He added, “After negotiation the arresting bank agreed to pay the wages arrears for the full nine months ($338,521) and the repatriation expenses of the crew before the ship has even been sold, and they were paid [Sept. 4], with flights booked for next Tuesday. The bank does however want a skeleton crew to remain on board pending the new owner’s crew taking over. A number of the crew were willing to stay on if an appropriate new agreement could be reached. We insisted that any new agreement be at ITF TCC rates and this has now been agreed by the bank.” The other Eastwind cases the ITF has helped with are: ■ The Liberian-flagged Yamaska was in the port of Mosjoen, Norway. ITF Coordinator Nils Pedersen negotiated through the local representative of London-based law firm Ince & Co. for the crew to receive their owed wages. The vessel cargo receiver refused to have the vessel berth and discharge until the local ITF-affiliated union approved. The vessel was allowed to berth on the July 31 and the crew received their wages of $115,509 on Aug. 4. ■ The Liberian-flagged EW Snowdon was in the port of Hull, UK, having been arrested by the Aozora Bank. ITF Inspector Bill Anderson obtained power of attorney from the crew to help them recover wages owed since Anderson negotiated with the bank, with the result that on Aug. 19 the crew received the $266,082 owed to them. Eighteen were repatriated and four agreed to stay on board the vessel to ensure its safety while the arrest was in place. ■ The Liberian-flagged MSC Peru was docked in Balboa, Panama. ITF inspector Luis Fruto, assisted by ITF U.S. Coordinator Jeff Engels, reported that the case was resolved Aug. 1 with the payment of $204,329 in wages and the return of the crew to their homes on Aug. 4. ■ Finally, crew members from the Liberian-flagged MSC Parana received $200,000 in back pay and were repatriated to Burma. The ITF consist of 654 unions (including the SIU) representing 4.5 million transport workers in 148 countries. Crew members on the Annapurna receive some of their back pay. 8 Seafarers LOG October 2009 �56207_p1_p24:January 08 9/25/2009 9:59 PM Page 9 ★★★ Maritime Trades Department, AFL-CIO ■ 2009 Quadrennial Convention ★★★ Government Officials Praise Work of U.S. Mariners American Crews Cited as Vital to National, Economic Security The four speakers from the U.S. military and Obama administration who addressed the Maritime Trades Department convention discussed numerous topics, but one point made by each of them is that a strong U.S. Merchant Marine remains indispensable to America’s national and economic security. U.S. Coast Guard Commandant Admiral Thad Allen, U.S. Transportation Command (TRANSCOM) Deputy Commander Vice Admiral Mark Harnitchek, U.S. Secretary of Transportation Ray LaHood and U.S. Maritime Administration Deputy Administrator David Matsuda described the vital partnership that exists between government and the maritime industry. They thanked MTD and SIU President Michael Sacco for his effective leadership and cited the ongoing reliability of civilian mariners and their unions. Allen and Harnitchek spoke to the convention on Sept. 10, while LaHood and Matsuda delivered their respective remarks the next day. Among other subjects, Allen talked about mariner credentialing, seafarer access in ports, efforts to combat piracy, and how climate change may affect shipping. No matter the challenge, however, he said maritime labor has been responsive and helpful. “So, please, when you talk to your membership, please thank them on my behalf,” Allen stated. “Continue to do what you’re doing, because the country needs you.” The commandant described centralizing the agency’s credentialing operations as “a long and arduous process. I believe we’re over the hump now…. I appreciate your patience. In the long run, I think you’re going to find that we’re going to be more responsive to your needs.” He also touched on the Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) program, noting that the Coast Guard is responsible for the next phase, which involves card readers. “Our goal is to make some very, very informed choices on where we put card readers and where we need them and where we don’t need them based on valid security needs,” he stated. Allen also emphasized his commitment to helping ensure fair treatment of mariners when it comes to port access. “I spent a lot of time in the last two years talking to maritime groups, shippers, port authorities, terminal operators and so forth. I’ve made it very clear to my captains of the ports that we need to make sure that seafarer access is ensured. And whether that’s U.S. sailors or foreign sailors changing out crews, or whatever, the right to be able to get across the dock needs to be maintained.” He thanked industry stakeholders for their antipiracy efforts and described some of the related work done by the Coast Guard in cooperation with TRANSCOM, the Maritime Administration (MarAd) and the U.S. Military Sealift Command (MSC). Harnitchek noted the “fantastic support” from MTD unions to TRANSCOM and other U.S. agencies that rely on American crews, ships and infrastructure. “It’s more than the vessels,” he said. “It’s the ports, it’s the folks who build the ships, the folks that maintain them, certainly the folks who sail in them, and everybody that’s involved in the big network that moves our stuff overseas.” He said that in Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom, the military is moving forces to foreign regions “on a scale that we haven’t seen since probably the Second World War. Frankly, we could not conduct those operations without the support of the maritime industry. Thank you all for what you do and the folks you represent every day who enable us to do what we do every day. You guys move America’s military might.” Harnitchek explained TRANSCOM’s joint command structure, which includes Army, Navy, Air Force and Marine Corps components. He described recent examples of how the agency oversaw movement of military units and materiel from America to Afghanistan (with heavy reliance on “commercial conveyance”). “Fundamentally, we get the shooters to the fight,” he said. “We send them all the stuff they need to sustain themselves. We move folks around the theater…. Then we bring them home…. It is a big team effort within each of our service components and, then, of course, our relationship that we have through contracts with you. It’s a thing of beauty to watch it work. So, again, well done. The merchant mariner base is vital to what we do in the Department of Defense. Without you, it would not happen.” He said relying on the commercial sector makes sense because it is economical, efficient and time-tested. LaHood said that the administration “recognizes that U.S. Merchant Mariners play a vital role in the MTD President Michael Sacco (left), U.S. Coast Guard Commandant Adm. Thad Allen national and economic security of our country.... We are so grateful for all that you do, whether it’s during time of crisis or on a day-to-day basis.” He added, “We have several programs that help the nation to train and retrain mariners who keep commerce flowing around the world. Chief among these are the Maritime Security Program, the Volunteer Intermodal Sealift Agreement, and our own Ready Reserve Force (RRF). We depend on your cooperation and your support to ensure these programs continue to succeed.” The secretary talked about recent and future investments in America’s marine infrastructure. He said that despite the ailing economy, freight flowing through U.S. ports is expected to increase “by more than 50 percent in the coming years, and the volume of international container traffic will more than double. This will stress a freight delivery system already stretched to capacity, especially on the land side. “So our path is clear. We must modernize and expand our marine infrastructure system in order to compete effectively and efficiently in the world markets. It’s in our national interest to keep marine transportation systems in good repair and up to date, and we must ensure we have the capacity to meet future needs.” LaHood said the administration also “is committed to doing more with America’s marine highway, a system of over 25,000 miles of coastal, inland and intercoastal waterways that move freight. The marine highway is a very, very high priority at DOT.” He concluded, “Let me assure you that President Obama has clearly indicated he believes our nation needs a robust, multimodal transportation infrastrucSee U.S. Mariners, Page 10 David Matsuda U.S. Deputy Maritime Administrator Ray LaHood U.S. Transportation Secretary Vice Adm. Mark Harnitchek Deputy Commander U.S. Transportation Command Mootivated...Trrained...Deedicated October 2009 Seafarers LOG 9 �56207_p1_p24x2:January 08 9/28/2009 7:05 PM Page 10 ★★★ Maritime Trades Department, AFL-CIO ■ 2009 Quadrennial Convention ★★★ Gov. Rendell, Rep. Pastor Emphasize Infrastructure Pennsylvania Governor Ed Rendell (D) and U.S. Rep. Ed Pastor (D-Arizona) told Maritime Trades Department convention delegates that investing in the nation’s infrastructure is a vital and effective way to create jobs while improving safety. They also stressed the importance of fair trade, American shipbuilding, U.S. manufacturing in general, and inland waterway operations, among other key topics. Rendell pointed to Aker Philadelphia Shipyard – site of the current Overseas Shipholding Group double-hulled tanker build program – as a multi-faceted example of how and why America must maintain its industrial base. Earlier in his career, as mayor of Philadelphia, he helped bring the yard out of mothballs. He said that despite some skepticism from others about American commercial shipbuilding and the shipyard’s rebirth, “we went to work and we didn’t take no for an answer. What they found is that we can compete – not just for Jones Act ships, but we can compete. The American worker and American trade unions are smart. They’re resourceful. They will make the changes necessary to be competitive, and we can win. And that’s a story that should be told over and over again throughout the United States of America, because people are always writing off American manufacturing.” Rendell said he supports free trade but that it must also be fair trade, adding that America’s debt only will worsen if we keep losing manufacturing jobs. He also cited documented cases in which other countries clearly were dumping industrial product into the U.S. in order to eliminate American jobs. “It’s just common sense. No country can exist without making things,” Rendell said. “We have to continue to make things. That’s where the good jobs are. The good jobs that the average American can hold and make a good Ed Pastor (D-Ariz.) U.S. Representative living and sustain a good family life – those jobs are in manufacturing. We can’t exist as a solely service industry and financial industry, because there aren’t going to be middle class people available to buy stuff. We’ve got to protect American manufacturing. “We’ve also got to protect our infrastructure,” he continued. “When you say infrastructure, people immediately think of roads and bridges and highways, and that’s all true. That’s an important part of infrastructure. We need to rebuild it because as we rebuilt it, not only do we do something good substantively, but it’s the single best job creator in the world. Not only job creator, but it creates orders for American factories for steel, timber, asphalt, concrete, you name it. But we also have to rebuild our ports and our dams and our locks. It’s absolutely crucial.” He said China currently is spending almost $7 billion repairing their ports while the U.S. is spending less than one-tenth of that amount. Shanghai now has almost as much container capacity as all U.S. ports combined, Rendell noted. Rendell said that he recently co-founded an organization “dedicated to the proposition that we have to invest in our infrastructure at a level never before. We need it for quality of life. We need it for public safety. But we need it most of all for economic competitiveness. Unless you can move goods quickly, your economy is going to be a second-rate economy. The Chinese understand that. The Europeans understand that. They’re investing money. We have to get on the stick.” Finally, he expressed confidence in newly elected AFL-CIO President Rich Trumka but also said labor, management and government all must be “on the same page” in letting the administration and Congress know that the stimulus money “was terrific for infrastructure but also was only a drop in the bucket. If we really want to get this American economy humming again – if we really want to put people to work – don’t invest in anything other than something that we build. If we invest in things that we build, we create jobs, we create orders for American factories, and we create long-term manufacturing strength. That’s the most important message that I can give.” He closed by noting that elected officials in Washington must hear not only from union leaders and industry representatives, but constituents. “The only thing Washington responds to is pressure back home.” Pastor noted that for many years, he has been involved with Congressional committees and subcommittees that affect the maritime industry. Currently, they include the House Appropriations Committee, the Subcommittee of Energy and Water Development, and the Subcommittee on Transportation. “Part of our job is to make sure that the infrastructure is there so that people can work in a safe environment and work at an efficient rate,” Pastor stated. “We provide not only for the operation and maintenance of the [Maritime Administration] office and the Federal Maritime Commission, we also fund the infrastructure (for ports).” He said Congress “will continue to fund the Maritime Security Program. It’s very important. In cases that we Ed Rendell (D) Pennsylvania Governor have the opportunity, we’re going to increase the funding.” Pastor also touched on inland operations and port security. “One of the things I have found out personally is how important our inland waterways are,” he said. “One of the things with the stimulus money as well as with the money that we provide through the Corps of Engineers – we will be improving, rebuilding and in some cases establishing a better lock system because if you don’t have a lock system in place, then it’ll be very difficult to move these vessels back and forth. It’s very critical, and most people in this country do not realize the importance of our inland waterways…. We’re also responsible for the dredging, so, again, our opportunities are to provide those moneys to the Corps so the harbors that are being used throughout our country have the depth and efficiency so that the ships are able to come in and able to load and unload their cargo.” Concerning port security, Pastor noted that he has travelled internationally for the past two years trying to ascertain whether it’s feasible to aim for 100 percent inspection of containers entering this nation. “I think it’s becoming a realization, more and more, with many members (of Congress) that it may be very unrealistic in terms of being able to 100 percent inspect the containers that are coming into the United States,” he said, adding that representatives will work on alternative programs to maintain security. Pastor also said he supports the Employee Free Choice Act. U.S. Mariners Receive Praise For Role in National, Economic Security Continued from Page 9 ture that can meet the needs and the demands of the 21st Century. We are working to provide ports, shipyards and the marine highway with the resources and support they need. This is essential both to ensure we have well-trained professional mariners to meet the needs of the future, and to help the United States succeed in a fiercely competitive global economy. With the support and the involvement of the maritime transportation labor community, I’m confident we’ll achieve our goals.” Matsuda stated, “Promoting an industry where mariners can look up and see a U.S. flag is critical for our nation’s security, our economy and our pride. Along those lines, the Maritime Security Program has proven very successful. It’s truly brought private industry, government and labor together. This essential program helps maintain the pool of mariners that we need to crew our Ready Reserve Force ships and other government-owned ships needed for national security. And as you can see from President Obama’s first budget proposal, the administration will continue to support it.” He said the mariners who sail on RRF ships “have proven time and again their capabilities in major U.S. military operations such as Desert Storm and Desert Shield, as well as support missions for our troops in the Middle East during the current conflicts. This readiness and resourcefulness has also been valuable in serving to meet domestic emergencies…. Thanks to lessons learned, we now have plans to increase our preparedness by prepositioning emergency vehicles on board our home-ported ships so they can weather the storm and be ready to work as soon as it’s over.” He discussed various potential programs that could create more jobs for U.S. mariners, including efforts within the LNG and offshore oil industries. Matsuda concluded, “The Obama administration is keenly aware of the importance of the unions represented by the Maritime Trades Department. You have a government that’s willing to listen, and our door is always open.” Mootivated...Trrained...Deedicated 10 Seafarers LOG October 2009 �56207_p1_p24x2:January 08 9/28/2009 7:06 PM Page 11 ★★★ Maritime Trades Department, AFL-CIO ■ 2009 Quadrennial Convention ★★★ AFL-CIO President Rich Trumka Pennsylvania State AFL-CIO President Bill George Labor Leaders: A few days before the AFL-CIO convention, three high-ranking labor officials reiterated the critical need to reform the nation’s labor laws and its health insurance system. AFL-CIO President John Sweeney, AFL-CIO Secretary-Treasurer Richard Trumka (elected the following week to the federation’s top post) and Pennsylvania AFL-CIO President Bill George updated delegates on the battles to enact the Employee Free Choice Act (EFCA) and health care reform. They also voiced strong, ongoing support for the U.S. Merchant Marine. Trumka covered a wide range of topics. He said both the U.S. and Canada are suffering from a loss of manufacturing jobs. “Even our members have become so dependent on cheap products and services from abroad that they really don’t begin to see the serious implications to our two countries of not having the [manufacturing] capabilities or about losing all those skills,” he stated. The former United Mine Workers of America president said a strong maritime industry “is of critical importance for the economic, political and security interests of both the U.S. and Canada. It’s as important today as it’s been throughout the history of both of our nations.” Along those lines, he told the convention delegates, “America’s ability to produce the critical things that we need in time of crisis, and the ability to service and to transport those things where they’re needed to protect our nation both promptly and immediately is an absolutely vital component of our national security. The ability to transport the necessary personnel and equipment to get the job done must be executed without a moment’s worry or concern about whether some foreign nation or some foreign crew with other loyalties or some carrier flying a foreign flag will do the job – or not. That’s a basic ingredient of security, both here and for Canada.” He described the fight for health care reform as “sim- Nation Will Benefit From Health Care Reform, EFCA ply an effort to ensure that every American has quality, affordable health care, whatever their income or whatever their state of health. We’re for a health care system that overlooks no one, that forgets no one, and that omits no one.” Trumka added, “There has to be a decent public option which is easily accessible…. Without that option, you can’t have health insurance reform…. There must be no taxing of employee health care benefits. Those benefits have been paid for over a working career. We sacrificed wages, we sacrificed other benefits to have that health care, and I’ll be damned if they are going to tax those benefits and take it away... And [there] has to be an employer mandate forcing all employers to provide health care to their employees. I’m tired of subsidizing companies like Wal-Mart who don’t give their employees health care.” He said that failure to pass health care reform likely would damage if not ruin the chance to enact the EFCA. Trumka described the latter bill as one that would “liberate every American, which will let every American bargain their way into the middle class instead of borrow their way into the middle class…. We’re going rebuild the middle class and create a ladder for those at the bottom end to climb back into the middle class…. Our issues and the things that we fight for serve the vast majority of our population. The things that we stand for benefit all workers and nearly all Americans.” Sweeney, who retired the next week, recalled growing up in a union family and described how he progressed through the ranks. “It’s been my privilege to serve working families in the labor movement in just about every capacity imaginable,” he said. “I can tell you there is no greater honor than representing working men and women…. I’ve learned you can trust the men and women who do the Weakley, Miller Say Cooperation Remains Key to Industry’s Health During their remarks at the Maritime Trades Department convention, the president of a major American shipyard and the head of a key association representing U.S.-flag ship operators on the Great Lakes offered candid looks at the state of the maritime industry. Aker Philadelphia Shipyard President and CEO Jim Miller and Lake Carriers’ Association President James Weakley also emphasized the importance of cooperation from all sectors of the industry. Miller mentioned that he grew up in a union household and has been “a union advocate and supporter my whole career.” He said there is constant emphasis on safety at his shipyard – an emphasis that ultimately leads to top-quality products (in this case, tankers and containerships built for SIU-contracted Overseas Shipholding Group and Matson Navigation, respectively). AFL-CIO President Emeritus John Sweeney work a lot further than you can the corporate executive in the front offices who counts the money. I’ve seen again and again that when working people stick together and stand up together, we can win together and change the world.” Sweeney said he is confident the labor movement is “poised to reach three of our biggest goals: providing high-quality, affordable health care for every family in America; reforming our economy and making it work for everyone; and restoring the freedom of workers to join unions without having to risk their jobs to do it.” George described various grassroots political efforts in Pennsylvania, including the ones that proved so critical in the election of President Obama. “Barack Obama won this state with a bigger margin than any other candidate in the history this nation,” George stated. “It couldn’t have been done without a lot of unity and solidarity.” Unfortunately, he said, the commonwealth also serves as an example of the shortcomings of America’s health insurance system. George said that more than 519,000 workers in Pennsylvania have no health care coverage. “We went from 73 percent of (workers being covered by) employer-based health care in Pennsylvania, primarily because of collective bargaining, down to 58 percent,” he declared. “This battle against us isn’t really about how we handle health care. Eliminating health care at the workplace is the objective of Wall Street. It’s the objective of corporate people; it’s the objective of those stocks and dividends to control our health care system.” George concluded by stating that health insurance – including the tens of millions of uninsured Americans – stands as “an economic issue in addition to a moral issue.” He also said enactment of the EFCA is imperative to labor’s survival. “I’ve been a part of a lot of cutting-edge organizations and I’m here to emphatically say, after 30-some years’ experience, the safest operations are the ones that are most cost-effective, and they’re the ones with the best schedules. It is absolutely proven,” Miller stated. “It pays, and even if you don’t believe that, it’s the right thing and the moral thing to do for us to protect our brothers and sisters.” He encouraged union officials to “make it personal” with the rank-and-file membership when it comes to job safety. For instance, he described a way to drive home the point that when workers don’t strictly adhere to safe practices, they risk missing out on those things most important to them. Specifically, he suggested having individuals make a list of the “big five things that you treasure…. Those five things are like a bank where you put currency. When you cut corners, you’re making a withdrawal. When you do things safely, you’re making a deposit.” Lastly, Miller explained the ongoing need for cooperation throughout the maritime industry. He pointed out that shipboard jobs of course depend in part on shipbuilding companies. “This might be very obvious, but we’re all fighting to preserve our market, trySee Maritime Executives, Page 14 Mootivated...Trrained...Deedicated October 2009 Seafarers LOG 11 �56207_p1_p24x2:January 08 9/28/2009 7:11 PM Page 12 Maritime Trades Depa D elegates to the 2009 Maritime Trades Department, AFL-CIO, Convention urged Congress and the administration to back a strong U.S. Merchant Marine. They also called for support of workers’ rights, including enactment of the Employee Free Choice Act. The convention’s theme – reflected in the image at left – was “Motivated, Trained, Dedicated.” MTD President Michael Sacco chaired the conference, which took place Sept. 10-11 in Pittsburgh. The MTD consists of 23 affiliated national and international unions representing more than five million members and a network of 21 port maritime councils in the United States and Canada. The main purpose of the MTD is to stand up for the working people in affiliated unions representing workers in the maritime and allied fields. In this issue of the LOG, convention coverage is included on pages 1, 2, 3 and 9-14. Many delegates and guests are pictured here on pages 12-13. David Heindel, Sec.-Treasurer, Seafarers and Hanafi Rustandi, President, Indonesian Seafarers Union George Tricker VP Contracts Seafarers John Spadaro National Director UIW Dean Corgey VP Gulf Coast Seafarers Roman Gralewicz President SIU of Canada James Williams General President Painters Tom Bethel President AMO Don Keefe President MEBA Kermett Mangram VP Gov’t Services Seafarers Richar Pre Tim Pre M Nick Marrone VP West Coast Seafarers Taking their Oaths of Office Taking the oath of office following the MTD elections on Sept. 10 are (from left) MTD Vice President Scott Winter, President Michael Sacco and Executive Secretary-Treasurer Frank Pecquex. 12 Seafarers LOG Michel Desjardins Executive VP SIU of Canada Dan Kane Sec.-Treasurer Mine Workers David Durkee Sec.-Treasurer BCTGM Bonnie Heraty Sec.-Treasurer Chicago Port Council John Brenton Sec.-Treasurer ITPE Ron Krochmalny President Michigan Port Council October 2009 V �56207_p1_p24:January 08 9/26/2009 1:22 PM Page 13 epartment Convention Richard Hughes President ILA Robert Scardelletti President TCU John Ryan President GMP Joseph Hunt President Iron Workers Mark Spano President Novelty Workers MTD President Michael Sacco presents a ship’s wheel to AFL-CIO President John Sweeney, joined by his wife, Maureen. MTD Honors John Sweeney Gunnar Lundeberg President SUP Tim Brown President MM&P e st Tom Orzechowski VP Great Lakes Seafarers Ralph Maly Vice President CWA Anthony Poplawski President MFOW Joseph Soresi VP Atlantic Coast Seafarers Warren Mart Sec.-Treasurer IAM Chico McGill Business Manager IBEW October 2009 Chester Wheeler Asst. VP Seafarers John Bowers President Emeritus ILA Father Sinclair Oubre President Apostleship of Sea/U.S. Peter Gorman Chief of Staff IAFF Augie Tellez Exec. VP Seafarers Bill Lucy Sec.-Treasurer AFSCME The MTD honored retiring AFL-CIO President John Sweeney at the department’s 2009 convention. As planned, Sweeney stepped down from office the following week, during the AFL-CIO convention. He served as head of the federation since 1995. “All of us in labor know you have held a steady hand on the wheel during your tenure as president,” SIU and MTD President Michael Sacco told Sweeney. On behalf of the MTD, he then presented Sweeney with a ship’s wheel. The inscription on the wheel reads: “Congratulations on a job exceptionally well done. Buoyed by your skilled guidance, the labor movement remains on course.” Moments earlier, Sweeney told the convention delegates and guests, “I’m often asked about my impending retirement, and I know you understand my answer when I say you don’t retire from your life. Yes, I’m stepping down as president of the AFL-CIO and looking forward to the new leadership of the AFL-CIO. But I’m stepping up into a new role I call ‘labor warrior at large,’ and I’m not going to let up for a minute…. I will do everything I can to support the movement.” Desiree Gralewicz, Sec.-Treasurer, SIU of Canada and Catina Sicoli, Comptroller, SIU of Canada Ambrose Cucinotta Asst. VP Seafarers Nick Celona Asst. VP Seafarers Jim McGee Asst. VP Seafarers Dewey Garland Director, Railroad And Shipyard Dept. SMWIA Walter Wise General Treasurer Iron Workers Bryan Powell Asst. VP Seafarers Archie Ware Asst. VP Seafarers Seafarers LOG 13 �56207_p1_p24x2:January 08 9/28/2009 7:12 PM Page 14 ★★★ Maritime Trades Department, AFL-CIO ■ 2009 Quadrennial Convention ★★★ Maritime Executives Reflect on State of Industry Continued from Page 11 ing to preserve the Jones Act,” Miller said, referring to the law that requires that goods moving between domestic ports be carried aboard vessels that are crewed, flagged, built and owned American. “There are three legs to that stool,” he continued. “There are the owners, labor and the suppliers in the yards. All of us have different challenges and different issues…. If you look at any breakdown on a project, on an industry or an effort, you’ll find that if one of these legs of this three-legged stool isn’t clicking, it’s hurting or dragging with the other ones. So, we are uniquely linked to each other as shipbuilders, unions, shipowners, clients, end users. We have to work together.” Weakley opened with a variation of a quote often used by MTD and SIU President Michael Sacco when he said, “Quality of life comes down to three things: jobs, jobs, jobs.” He gave a detailed description of what he called “the perfect storm that the maritime industry faces today.” The components include a proposal from the Environmental Protection Agency involving air emissions; ballast water and invasive species; the ongoing dredging crisis; and the recession. Dredging, especially on the Lakes, is an ongoing issue. Weakley said the “end result of a lack of maintaining our waterways is the impact on vessel-carrying capacity, a system that’s just not as efficient as it should be – ironically, a system that’s paid for the by Harbor Maintenance Trust Fund.” Other consequences include “attacks on shippers and cargo, and last but certainly not least, the inability to keep our harbors open and as efficient as they should be.” Illustrating some of what he called “catastrophic costs,” Weakley pointed out that for “every single inch on the Great Lakes that we lose in water (because of a lack of dredging), our fleet gives up 8,000 tons of cargo on the dock. That’s enough cargo to make 6,000 automobiles, to power the Detroit area with clean coal for electricity for three hours, or to build 24 homes. Over the course of a season – a nine-month season for us on the Great Lakes – a single ship, a thousand-footer leaves over 400,000 tons of cargo at the dock. [That equals] wasted effort, inefficiencies that we can’t afford as a nation.” Weakley said one of the main concerns about ballast water and combating invasive species is that “one solution does not fit all ships. The current situation is the federal government recently proposed standards. Many of the states have their own standards and states demand more, and environmental groups seem to continually demand more and more and never seem to be satisfied. But they seem to be effective at getting their way.” On this point, consequences could include many millions of dollars in expenses for ships to install treatment systems. Turning his attention to an EPA regulatory announcement, Weakley said, “Let me show you how easy it is to exterminate hundreds and perhaps thousands of jobs. It’s what I call administrative extermination. It’s buried literally on page 88 of a 160-page document that the EPA recently released. One sen- James Weakley President Lake Carriers’ Association Jim Miller President Aker Philadelphia Shipyard tence. The text clarifies that “the EPA requirements generally apply to internal waters, such as the Mississippi River and the Great Lakes, that can be accessed by oceangoing vessels.’ With this single sentence, they are applying a standard that was designed for oceangoing ships in international waters to ships that sail exclusively on the Great Lakes.” The antidotes, Weakley said, include education, communications, political action and “hope. We need a little hope, and we need the ability to make sure that we can survive the perfect storm. “Let me be perfectly clear on this point,” he concluded. “Without you, without these delegates, there is no steamship left on the Great Lakes. There may not be a laker fleet left on the Great Lakes. We need labor and management working together to educate the decision-makers in Washington, D.C., and elsewhere.” Mootivated...Trrained...Deedicated Newly elected AFL-CIO President Rich Trumka (seventh from left) is congratulated by SIU President Michael Sacco (ninth from left) and other officials. Pictured from left to right are AMO Sec.-Treasurer Jose Leonard, SIU VPs Joseph Soresi and Tom Orzechowski, SUP President Gunnar Lundeberg, SIU Exec. VP Augie Tellez, SIU VP Contracts George Tricker, Trumka, SIU VP Dean Corgey, Sacco, SIU VP Kermett Mangram, MTD Exec. Sec.-Treasurer Frank Pecquex and MFOW President Anthony Poplawski. SIU President Michael Sacco, who also is a vice president of the AFL-CIO, conducts the federation’s election in Pittsburgh. Trumka Pledges Federation’s Recommittment to Diversity Continued from Page 5 of actions demonstrating how her leadership is creating what AFL-CIO President Emeritus John Sweeney called a “pro-Labor Department”: ■ Hiring more Wage and Hour Division and safety inspectors to boost levels. ■ Providing nearly $800 million to help offer training for good jobs as part of the economic stimulus funds. ■ Showing strong support for project labor agreements that ensure workers on federal construction projects are paid decent wages. Her goal as labor secretary, Solis said, is to create 14 Seafarers LOG good jobs for everyone. “Jobs that support a family by increasing incomes and narrowing the wage gap; jobs that are safe and secure, and give people a voice in the workplace through the right to organize and bargain collectively; jobs that are sustainable—like green jobs–that export products, not paychecks. And jobs that rebuild a strong economy.” AFL-CIO Secretary-Treasurer Trumka during his address to the convention said that the union movement is becoming more diverse and the new leadership of the AFL-CIO is committed to working harder to reach out to young workers, people of color, women and other groups. The federation’s commitment to diversity is on its way to becoming a reality, he said. “I’m here to tell you that we must change,” Trumka said. “That is why we’re seeking out and encouraging young people, people of color, people of all backgrounds and beliefs and sexual orientation. These are the labor leaders of tomorrow.” Trumka pledged the AFL-CIO will recommit to embracing diversity at every level. He credited Sweeney for his commitment and leadership to create more diversity in the union movement. “John always has been inclusive,” Trumka said. “Under his watch our movement has grown more diverse. We salute him for his caring spirit and dogged determination to defend workers at every station.” October 2009 �56207_p1_p24:January 08 9/26/2009 1:53 PM Page 15 Log-a-Rhyt hm Dispatchers’ Report for Deep Sea Tankerman August 16, 2009 - Sptember 15, 2009 I’m a tankerman, down to the core Pumped all the tankships, Valdez to Bangor The product? No matter, I’ve seen them before Aviation, jet fuel, diesel and more. We’d go ’round the clock, hungry tanks sucking in All of our product, going out going in The oil ports scattered, in bayous and bays Pipelines, refineries, filled up our days. That’s all in the past now and memories abide Of Houston and Bayway, trips on the side Being retired, pumping gas in my truck Gallons not barrels, what incredible luck! By Harry T. Scholer SIU AB/Tankerman AMO Barge Captain (Ret.) Personal To Jon Kelly: Please contact Jason Forbes via email at USSHICKS@AOL.COM November & December 2009 Membership Meetings Piney Point.........................Monday: November 2, December 7 Algonac ...............................Friday: November 6, December 11 Baltimore........................Thursday: November 5, December 10 Guam............................Thursday: November 19, December 24 Honolulu...........................Friday: November 13, December 18 Houston.............................Monday: November 9, December 14 Total Registered Class A Class B Class C Mobile.....Thursday, November 12*, Wednesday, December 16 New Orleans.......................Tuesday: November 10, December 15 New York...........................Tuesday: November 3, December 8 Norfolk...........................Thursday: November 5, December 10 Oakland ....................... Thursday: November 12, December 17 Philadelphia...................Wednesday: November 4, December 9 Port Everglades ............Thursday: November 12, December 17 San Juan .........................Thursday: November 5, December 10 St. Louis ..........................Friday: November 13 , December 18 Tacoma.............Friday: November 20, Monday December 28* Wilmington........................Monday: November 16, December 21 Each port’s meeting starts at 10:30 a.m. October 2009 Trip Reliefs Registered On Beach Class A Class B Class C 15 0 5 13 0 7 62 23 2 11 11 44 18 25 3 0 9 24 3 28 303 8 4 2 19 4 7 29 25 13 10 4 17 21 9 5 1 11 19 2 25 235 Deck Department 2 15 6 0 0 3 1 7 3 5 11 10 1 2 2 0 7 5 3 49 18 5 17 6 0 1 9 1 10 4 2 7 2 6 32 10 4 14 18 4 20 8 0 5 5 2 0 1 1 9 4 0 22 20 0 0 3 4 11 11 41 239 148 3 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 2 1 0 2 3 0 0 6 1 2 0 0 22 1 1 3 6 0 0 18 10 0 0 1 14 4 10 3 0 5 9 1 5 91 19 2 11 27 2 19 95 61 5 27 28 87 45 47 7 0 11 61 4 62 620 20 8 8 22 6 12 54 45 10 12 16 40 50 25 10 4 20 30 12 58 462 2 0 0 12 1 0 6 10 3 1 4 16 15 6 1 3 2 4 1 6 93 Algonac Anchorage Baltimore Fort Lauderdale Guam Honolulu Houston Jacksonville Joliet Mobile New Orleans New York Norfolk Oakland Philadelphia Piney Point Puerto Rico Seattle St. Louis Wilmington TOTALS 4 0 5 8 1 9 9 21 1 6 5 12 7 11 2 1 1 15 1 10 129 2 1 5 5 3 3 14 11 2 4 2 13 17 5 0 3 3 16 4 7 120 Engine Department 3 5 1 0 0 0 0 3 3 1 3 2 1 0 4 0 8 2 1 12 12 0 12 10 2 2 1 0 5 3 0 2 0 2 8 5 1 8 10 1 11 6 0 1 3 0 0 2 0 3 1 1 12 9 1 0 1 0 3 5 14 98 80 3 0 0 0 1 0 0 1 1 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 1 10 0 0 1 0 0 1 6 7 0 0 0 3 5 6 1 0 0 10 0 5 45 3 0 5 19 1 12 27 33 0 18 13 32 18 18 6 1 10 28 3 32 279 4 4 5 14 3 6 30 27 2 8 5 29 43 12 2 4 6 30 4 24 262 1 0 0 2 0 2 3 5 2 0 0 4 2 6 0 0 0 2 1 2 32 Algonac Anchorage Baltimore Fort Lauderdale Guam Honolulu Houston Jacksonville Joliet Mobile New Orleans New York Norfolk Oakland Philadelphia Piney Point Puerto Rico Seattle St. Louis Wilmington TOTALS 4 0 3 3 1 7 22 11 0 3 9 22 13 17 1 4 1 18 2 27 168 5 0 3 5 2 3 5 4 1 2 1 5 9 2 2 0 0 3 1 0 53 Steward Department 1 0 4 0 0 0 0 5 2 0 6 5 0 0 1 0 4 0 0 25 2 0 12 4 1 0 1 0 5 1 0 3 1 1 20 1 0 9 9 0 11 4 1 1 1 1 2 1 0 1 0 2 11 8 1 1 1 2 12 1 10 128 47 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 2 5 0 0 1 6 0 1 7 4 0 1 1 10 4 5 0 0 0 3 0 8 51 6 0 2 10 3 23 44 24 3 6 12 39 22 32 5 7 2 30 2 58 330 4 0 3 10 5 6 17 8 0 5 2 14 20 16 1 0 2 8 2 6 129 0 0 0 0 2 1 0 0 2 0 1 1 2 0 1 1 0 2 0 11 24 Algonac Anchorage Baltimore Fort Lauderdale Guam Honolulu Houston Jacksonville Joliet Mobile New Orleans New York Norfolk Oakland Philadelphia Piney Point Puerto Rico Seattle St. Louis Wilmington TOTALS 2 0 1 0 0 2 4 3 0 0 1 10 0 4 0 0 1 9 0 5 42 13 4 1 2 0 6 6 19 5 6 0 22 17 15 2 6 1 10 1 11 147 Entry Department 3 1 10 0 0 1 2 0 3 7 0 2 0 0 0 1 2 3 1 3 11 6 2 8 1 0 4 2 0 5 4 3 4 8 3 15 11 0 7 9 3 8 1 0 0 19 0 6 0 0 0 2 4 12 0 0 0 5 0 2 82 21 101 1 0 1 1 0 1 2 2 0 1 0 2 5 4 0 24 0 0 0 1 46 0 0 0 1 0 0 1 1 1 0 1 0 0 1 0 4 0 6 0 1 17 2 0 2 0 0 3 11 6 1 2 1 16 0 4 0 0 2 12 0 8 70 18 5 6 11 2 16 42 43 5 10 3 63 40 32 3 3 3 24 3 37 369 8 1 6 16 2 9 15 26 1 8 8 21 26 22 2 12 0 4 1 30 218 TOTALS ALL DEPARTMENTS 642 147 83 204 1,222 367 * Mobile change created by Veterans’ Day holiday * Tacoma change created by Christmas Day holiday Class C Port Algonac Anchorage Baltimore Fort Lauderdale Guam Honolulu Houston Jacksonville Joliet Mobile New Orleans New York Norfolk Oakland Philadelphia Piney Point Puerto Rico Seattle St. Louis Wilmington TOTALS Jacksonville....................Thursday: November 5, December 10 Joliet.............................Thursday: November 12, December 17 Total Shipped Class A Class B 555 486 376 1,299 Seafarers LOG 15 �56207_p1_p24:January 08 9/26/2009 1:57 PM Page 16 Seafarers International Union Directory Michael Sacco, President Augustin Tellez, Executive Vice President David Heindel, Secretary-Treasurer George Tricker, Vice President Contracts Tom Orzechowski, Vice President Lakes and Inland Waters Dean Corgey, Vice President Gulf Coast Nicholas J. Marrone, Vice President West Coast Joseph T. Soresi, Vice President Atlantic Coast Kermett Mangram, Vice President Government Services HEADQUARTERS 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746 (301) 899-0675 ALGONAC 520 St. Clair River Dr., Algonac, MI 48001 (810) 794-4988 ANCHORAGE 721 Sesame St., #1C, Anchorage, AK 99503 (907) 561-4988 BALTIMORE 2315 Essex St., Baltimore, MD 21224 (410) 327-4900 GUAM P.O. Box 3328, Hagatna, Guam 96932 Cliffline Office Ctr. Bldg., Suite 103B 422 West O’Brien Dr., Hagatna, Guam 96910 (671) 477-1350 HONOLULU 606 Kalihi St., Honolulu, HI 96819 (808) 845-5222 HOUSTON 1221 Pierce St., Houston, TX 77002 (713) 659-5152 JACKSONVILLE 3315 Liberty St., Jacksonville, FL 32206 (904) 353-0987 JOLIET 10 East Clinton St., Joliet, IL 60432 (815) 723-8002 MOBILE 1640 Dauphin Island Pkwy, Mobile, AL 36605 (251) 478-0916 NEW ORLEANS 3911 Lapalco Blvd., Harvey, LA 70058 (504) 328-7545 Inquir ing Seaf arer Editor’s note: This month’s Inquiring Seafarer question was posed to members in Wilmington, Calif., and Piney Point, Md. my kids to college. The SIU has provided me with great insurance and the ability to have a decent life. Question: What do you see as some of the advantages of SIU membership? Roger L. Mosley, Chief Steward (Wilmington) I have been shipping for 27 years. The SIU has allowed me to have the benefits to raise my children and family, pay for my house and provide education for my children. I started as a messman in 1987 out of the job corps. All the teachers were SIU seamen. Teddy Alanano, Recertified Bosun (Wilmington) I have been with the SIU for 30 years. I have been able to provide my family with housing and send Charles A. Herrera, AB (Wilmington) An advantage to being a member in the SIU is being able to attend the Paul Hall Center, learn applicable skills, upgrade and increase one’s earning power. Mark Wertz, QMED (Piney Point) Joining the SIU through the veterans’ program is the best thing I ever did. There’s no place else you can go to and receive this type of training for advancement in a career. I was in the military and had other jobs, and not one will take their members or employees and train them like this. The opportunity for advancement is there if you want it. I don’t consider this a job, I consider it a career. Maude Solomon, SA (Piney Point) The great benefits and travel around the world, and also the benefit for children through education and scholarships. Good pension. Pics-From-The-Past NEW YORK 635 Fourth Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11232 (718) 499-6600 Government Services Division: (718) 499-6600 NORFOLK 115 Third St., Norfolk, VA 23510 (757) 622-1892 OAKLAND 1121 7th St., Oakland, CA 94607 (510) 444-2360 PHILADELPHIA 2604 S. 4 St., Philadelphia, PA 19148 (215) 336-3818 PINEY POINT P.O. Box 75, Piney Point, MD 20674 (301) 994-0010 PORT EVERGLADES 1221 S. Andrews Ave., Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33316 (954) 522-7984 SANTURCE 1057 Fernandez Juncos Ave., Stop 16 Santurce, PR 00907 (787) 721-4033 ST. LOUIS/ALTON 4581 Gravois Ave., St. Louis, MO 63116 (314) 752-6500 TACOMA 3411 South Union Ave., Tacoma, WA 98409 (253) 272-7774 WILMINGTON 510 N. Broad Ave., Wilmington, CA 90744 (310) 549-4000 These photos were submitted by Pensioner Charles Crafford who retired as an able seaman. In the photo above, Crafford is pictured in the early 1940s as a student while attending school in Sheepshead Bay, N.Y. He is dressed in what then was called a “monkey suit.” The photo at top right, according to Crafford’s best recollection, was taken in 1947 aboard a Liberty Ship in India. In this photo, he (rear right) poses with some of his shipmates while underway at sea. Crafford (left in photo at bottom right) joins another group of shipmates during another Liberty Ship voyage in 1945. If anyone has a vintage union-related photograph he or she would like to share with other Seafarers LOG readers, please send it to the Seafarers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. Photographs will be returned, if so requested. High-resolution digital images may be sent to webmaster@seafarers.org 16 Seafarers LOG October 2009 �56207_p1_p24:January 08 9/26/2009 1:32 PM Page 17 Each month, the Seafarers LOG pays tribute to the SIU members who have devoted their working lives to sailing aboard U.S.-flag vessels on the deep seas, inland waterways or Great Lakes. Listed below are brief biographical sketches of those members who recently retired from the union. The brothers and sisters of the SIU thank those members for a job well done and wish them happiness and good health in the days ahead. Welcome Ashore DEEP SEA was on the APL Thailand. He calls Chicago home. STYLIANOS FABRITSIS Brother Stylianos Fabritsis, 65, joined the union in 1972. He initially sailed on the Bradford Island. Brother Fabritsis was born in Greece and shipped in the deck department. He frequently visited the Pall Hall Center in Piney Point, Md., to upgrade his skills. Brother Fabritsis’ final ship was the Philadelphia Express. He resides in Galena Park, Texas. ANGELITO FRANCISCO Brother Angelito Francisco, 65, became an SIU member in 1978. His first ship was the Overseas Juneau; his last the Overseas Washington. Brother Francisco attended classes on numerous occasions at the Seafarers-affiliated school in Piney Point, Md. The engine department member was born in the Philippines and now lives in California. LUIS FUENTES Brother Luis Fuentes, 65, started sailing with the Seafarers in 1968 while in the port of New York. His first voyage was aboard the Kent. Brother Fuentes, who sailed in the steward department, was born in Puerto Rico. He upgraded on three occasions at the maritime training center in Piney Point, Md. Brother Fuentes was last employed on the Sealift Arabian Sea. He makes his home in Bronx, N.Y. MANUEL HOLGUIN Brother Manuel Holguin, 65, donned the SIU colors in 1969 in the port of New York. He originally shipped aboard the Newark. In 1975, Brother Holguin enhanced his seafaring abilities at the Piney Point school. He was a member of the engine department. Brother Holguin most recently sailed on the Nuevo San Juan. He is a resident of Brooklyn, N.Y. JOHN HOLTSCHLAG JR. Brother John Holtschlag, 66, joined the SIU ranks in 1985. His first vessel was the Galveston. Brother Holtschlag often took advantage of educational opportunities available at the union-affiliated school in Piney Point, Md. He was born in Quincy, Ill., and sailed in the steward department. Brother Holtschlag’s final voyage October 2009 MIKE MANEKAS Brother Mike Manekas, 70, signed on with the Seafarers in 1965. He upgraded on two occasions at the Paul Hall Center. Brother Manekas was born in Greece. His last ship was the Elizabeth. Brother Manekas resides in Old Bridge, N.J. OCTOVIANUS PARIAMA Brother Octovianus Pariama, 71, began sailing with the SIU in 1973 while in New York. He was initially employed aboard a Rye Marine Corporation vessel. Brother Pariama was a frequent upgrader at the Piney Point school. His final trip was on the Green Lake. Brother Pariama sailed in the engine department and lives in New York. member was born in Pennsylvania. Brother Welsh’s final trip was on the Horizon Hawaii. He is a resident of Bensalem, Pa. FRANZ WINIKER Brother Franz Winiker, 65, signed on with the SIU in 1989. His first trip to sea was aboard the Independence; his last was aboard the Lt. Col.. John U. D. Page. Brother Winiker was born in Switzerland and worked in the steward department. He enhanced his skills frequently at the Paul Hall Center. Brother Winiker now calls Angeles City, Philippines, home. INLAND EDDY RAMIREZ BERNARD CAIRES Brother Eddy Ramirez, 65, was born in Puerto Rico. He became a union member in 1973 while in New York. Brother Ramirez’s earliest trip to sea was aboard the New Orleans. He worked in the steward department. Brother Ramirez’s most recent voyage was on the Horizon Pacific. He continues to make his home in Puerto Rico. Brother Bernard Caires, 65, started sailing with the union in 1981 from the port of Jacksonville, Fla. He was originally employed with Gloucester Fisherman. WILLIE TOOMER Brother Willie Toomer, 71, donned the SIU colors in 1997 in the port of San Francisco. He originally shipped aboard the Cape Breton as a member of the steward department. Brother Toomer often upgraded at the Piney Point school during his seafaring career. His most recent voyage was on the Lightning. Brother Toomer was born in New Orleans but settled in San Diego. CHARLES WELSH Brother Charles Welsh, 65, joined the union in 1988 while in the port of Philadelphia. He upgraded on numerous occasions at maritime training center in Piney Point, Md. Brother Welsh initially sailed aboard the USNS Wright. The engine department Brother Caires attended classes in 2004 at the Piney Point school. He was born in Massachusetts. Brother Caires most recently shipped in the deck department of a Crowley Towing & Transportation vessel. He makes his home in Cape Canaveral, Fla. GREAT LAKES YEHIA KAID Brother Yehia Kaid, 63, became a Seafarer in 1966 in the port of Detroit. He initially shipped on the G.A. Tomlinson as a member of the steward department. Brother Kaid was born in Yemen. He visited the SIU-affiliated school on three occasions to upgrade his abilities. Brother Kaid’s final trip was aboard the American Republic. He now resides in Dearborn, Mich. worked in the deck department. His first ship was the American Miller; his last the Export Freedom. Brother McFarlin lives in Brooklyn, N.Y. ROBERT SOUZA Brother Robert Souza, 65, donned the NMU colors in 1967, initially sailing from the port of Boston. His earliest voyage was with Perini Corporation as a member of the deck department. Brother Souza was born in Fall River, Mass. His final trip was aboard a Woods Hole Steamship Authority vessel. Brother Souza is a resident of Buzzards Bay, Mass. NATIONAL MARITIME UNION RODERICK MCFARLIN Brother Roderick McFarlin, 66, was born in Boston. He began shipping with the NMU in 1971 from the port of New York. Brother McFarlin Reprinted from past issues of the Seafarers LOG 1939 On Wednesday, October 2, 1939, at Savannah, Ga., delegates from the Atlantic, Gulf and Great Lakes Districts met for the purpose of drafting a constitution for the Seafarers International Union. In addition to the basic constitution, issues to be voted on included the shipping rules, hospital and strike assessments and a constitutional amendment that provided that in order to become a member a man must be a citizen. The constitution was adopted by a vote of 1,225 in favor and 180 opposed. The votes on the constitutional amendment, the shipping rules and the assessments likewise carried by large majorities. the guarantee imperative. Unless it was enacted, he warned, the U.S. merchant fleet would continue to dwindle. 1964 The Seafarers International Union has called upon the Maritime Advisory Committee to denounce the use by American companies of ships registered in Panama, Liberia, and Honduras, and to recommend to the President, Congress and the appropriate government agencies a six-point program of action against these runaway flags. “The runaway operator,” the SIU asserted, “is a predatory parasite, roaming the seas in search of profligate profits, meanwhile preying on the more poorly paid peoples of other lands in the worst traditions of old-fashioned dollar imperialism and economic colonialism.” This Month In SIU History 1949 An SIU-backed bill to guarantee that 50 percent of the military supplies shipped to noncommunist nations will be shipped on American vessels, manned by American seamen, was passed in Congress last week. This is the second victory for the SIU this year in the legislative arena. Earlier this session, the battle waged by the union and other maritime organizations resulted in the passage of a law requiring the government to send at least 50 percent of Marshall Plan goods on American-flag ships. To promote that bill, Secretary-Treasurer Paul Hall warned the Congress that “the critical condition of the United States Merchant Marine” made 1984 The recent Navy J-LOTS exercises, conducted off the coast of Norfolk, Va., were an intensive test of the SIU’s Keystone State and her crew. The exercises were conducted continuously from Sept. 18 through Oct. 12, and the crews were on call 24 hours a day. The crane operators handled the cargo unloading operations in 12hour shifts, while the maintenance, QMEDs, engineers and oilers were on normal shifts plus overtime. The nine-man steward department prepared hot meals four times a day. The smoothness of the month-long exercises was attributed to the professionalism and cooperation of the entire crew. Seafarers LOG 17 �56207_p1_p24:January 08 9/26/2009 1:35 PM Page 18 Final Depar tures DEEP SEA THOMAS GATELY Brother Thomas Gately, 58, passed away June 21. He was born in Jacksonville, Fla. Brother Gately started shipping with the union in 1998 in the port of Mobile, Ala. He primarily sailed on the John McDonnell during his SIU career. Brother Gately was a member of the deck department. He continued to reside in his native state. EARL NEIDLINGER Pensioner Earl Neidlinger, 79, died May 9. Brother Neidlinger became a Seafarer in 1946. His first trip was with Sprogue Steamship Company. Brother Neidlinger was born in Chatham, Ga., and worked in the deck department. Prior to his retirement in 1986, he shipped on the Champion. Brother Neidlinger settled in Rincon, Ga. RYAN REEDY Brother Ryan Reedy, 34, passed away Dec. 10, 2007. He joined the SIU in 1992 while in Piney Point, Md. Brother Reedy initially worked aboard the Sealift Antarctic. The engine department member was born in California. Brother Reedy’s last voyage was on the USNS Bruce Heezen. He made his home in Guam. WILLIAM SCOTT Brother William Scott, 43, died May 2. He first donned the SIU colors in 2000. Brother Scott’s first trip to sea was aboard the Overseas Boston; his last was aboard the PFC Eugene A. Obregon. He was born in New York and sailed in the deck department. Brother Scott was a 18 Seafarers LOG resident of Bronx, N.Y. FELIX SERRANO Pensioner Felix Serrano, 94, passed away June 10. Brother Serrano joined the SIU ranks in 1941 while in the port of New York. His earliest trip to sea was aboard an A.H. Bull Steamship Company vessel. Brother Serrano, a member of the deck department, was born in Puerto Rico. His final voyage took place on the San Juan. Brother Serrano became a pensioner in 1979 and continued to live in Puerto Rico. ZAINAL SIREGAR Brother Zainal Siregar, 64, died June 21. He was born in Indonesia. Brother Siregar signed on with the Seafarers in 1980. The deck department member originally sailed aboard the Galveston. Brother Siregar was last employed on the Freedom. He called Brooklyn, N.Y., home. EJVIND SORENSON Pensioner Ejvind Sorenson, 86, passed away June 26. Brother Sorenson began his seafaring career in 1944 while in Philadelphia. He initially worked with Mt. Vernon Tankers Corporation as a member of the steward department. Brother Sorenson was born in Denmark. Before retiring in 1985, he sailed aboard the Charleston. Brother Sorenson resided in Acworth, Ga. INLAND FRANK ARTHUR Pensioner Frank Arthur, 73, died June 21. Brother Arthur started sailing with the union in 1969. He first sailed with Steuart Transportation. Brother Arthur was born in Virginia and shipped in the engine department. He last sailed on a Piney Point Transportation vessel. Brother Arthur was a resident of Denton, Md., and went on pension in 1998. LEON BASINGER Pensioner Leon Basinger, 84, passed away June 26. Brother Basinger, a member of the deck department, began sailing with the SIU in 1958 from the port of New Orleans. He primarily worked aboard vessels operated by Dixie Carriers. Brother Basinger retired in 1985 and was a resident of his native state, Louisiana. ELMER MURRELL Pensioner Elmer Murrell, 76, died March 7. Brother Murrell first donned the SIU colors in 1951. He initially worked with Colonial Steamship Company. Brother Murrell’s final trip to sea was on an Allied Towing vessel. He began receiving his pension in 1996 and settled in Leland, N.C. CLARK KING Pensioner Clark King, 74, passed away June 12. Brother King was born in Michigan. He joined the union in 1961. Brother King first shipped on a Merritt Chapman & Scott vessel. He was a deck department member. Prior to his retirement in 1998, Brother King sailed aboard an OLS Transport Ltd. vessel. He continued to make his home in Michigan. Editor’s note: The following brothers, all former members of the National Maritime Union (NMU), have passed away. LOUIS CIPOLLA Pensioner Louis Cipolla, 81, passed away May 25. Brother Cipolla sailed with the NMU for 38 years. He was born in Smith, Pa., but called Chicora, Pa., home. Brother Cipolla went on pension in 1983. GLYNDON DUCKWORTH Pensioner Glyndon Duckworth, 84, died May 11. Brother Duckworth was a native of Maine. He became a pensioner in 1971 and settled in Baltimore. GERALD HARMON Pensioner Gerald Harmon, 81, passed away March 18. Brother Harmon began his maritime career in 1944. The deck department member was born in Washington State. Brother Harmon retired in 1980. He was a resident of California. CLAUDIO JOHNSON Pensioner Claudio Johnson, 82, died May 31. Brother Johnson was born in Honduras. He went on pension in 1971. Brother Johnson lived in New York. JOSEPH MATELSKI Pensioner Joseph Matelski, 84, passed away May 16. Brother Matelski was born in Edwardsville, Pa. He started collecting compensation for his retirement in 1968 and continued to reside in Pennsylvania. Brooklyn, N.Y., and continued to call New York home. Brother Peterson became a pensioner in 1970. JAMES STANLEY Pensioner James Stanley, 86, passed away May 27. Brother Stanley worked in the engine department. He was a native of Chickasaw, Ala. Brother Stanley retired in 1988 and resided in Biloxi, Miss. JUAN SOLIS Pensioner Juan Solis, 86, died April 16. Brother Solis was born in Puerto Rico. He went on pension in 1984 and settled in Bronx, N.Y. Name Age Alvarado, Ismael 85 Angarita, Rogelio 100 DOD May 21 May 1 Brown, Charlie 85 May 28 Bryant, Frank 85 May 3 Burdick, Robert 88 May 12 Calhoun, Lloyd 82 March 16 Cirlos, Benito 81 April 18 Cox, Albert 67 May 17 Diaz, John 75 April 2 Knight, Lethirre 76 May 25 Ocampo, Bernardo 83 May 21 Olan, Jose 74 May 6 Petitt, John 81 May 12 Robinson, Lawyer 83 May 29 Watson, Charles May 30 69 FREDRICK PETERSON Pensioner Fredrick Peterson, 87, died May 17. Brother Peterson was a U.S. Army veteran. He was born in October 2009 �56207_p1_p24:January 08 9/26/2009 2:35 PM Page 19 Digest of Shipboard Union Meetings HONOR (Interocean American Shipping), July 25 – Chairman Billy G. Hill Sr., Secretary Patricia A. Sullivan, Educational Director Carlos Dominguez, Engine Delegate Bernard A. Smalls, Steward Delegate Allen N. Von Buren. Chairman reported proactive steps had been taken to deter piracy, particularly during the Middle East portion of the voyage. Crew members appreciated those efforts. Secretary asked those getting off vessel to leave rooms clean and supplied with fresh linen. She also suggested members check dryer vent for potential fire prevention. Captain Kummernes requested that crew members not wear work shoes in the house. Educational director talked about the importance of reading the Seafarers LOG to stay informed on issues affecting the maritime industry. He advised seamen to take advantage of the Piney Point school to enhance their skills. Treasurer reported $2,000 in ship’s fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew reported outstanding meals throughout voyage. JOHN J. BOLAND (American Steamship Company), July 21 – Chairman Paul S. Gohs, Secretary Khaled M. Alasaadi, Educational Director Terrance A. Pyrlik. Chairman informed members who had their TWIC card issued before October 2008 that they will need to know their PIN. Weingarten Rights were explained to crew and information booklet was placed in recreation room. Educational director encouraged Seafarers to upgrade skills at the Paul Hall Center in Piney Point, Md., to gain additional training and to increase their employment options. Treasurer noted $750 in satellite fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Members voted to each contribute to the satellite TV fund. Crew requested seniority list be sent to the vessel. The importance of eye safety was stressed. Crew members must wear goggles when paint is being chipped and when using power washer. MAERSK VIRGINIA (Maersk Line, Limited), July 26 – Chairman Mohamed S. Ahmed, Secretary Rachael C. Figueiredo, Educational Director Donald M. Christian, Deck Delegate Roberto Flores, Engine Delegate Sjamsidar Madjidji. Bosun stated payoff to take place in Newark, N.J., on Aug. 3. He reported a great crew and smooth trip. Mariners were reminded to clean lint filter in dryers and leave rooms clean and supplied with fresh linen for reliefs. Educational director urged seamen to take advantage of Piney Point school to enhance October 2009 their skills. Treasurer reported $3,800 in ship’s fund. No beefs or disputed OT reported. It was reported that ice machine and coffee machine need to be fixed or replaced. Motion was made to increase retirement benefits. Next ports: Newark, N.J., Charleston, S.C. and Norfolk, Va. ALLIANCE ST. LOUIS (Maersk Line, Limited), Aug. 9 – Chairman David Campbell, Secretary Rudolph Daniels, Educational Director Roger L. Dillinger Jr., Deck Delegate Russell D. Haynes, Engine Delegate Malachi L. Tannis, Steward Delegate Vincent Chavez. Chairman noted the Seafarers LOGs were received and distributed at the start of voyage. He reported crew did an excellent job on piracy prevention, standing watches and following Maersk policy. He announced payoff on Aug. 22 in Jacksonville, Fla. Educational director encouraged members to check out what the union-affiliated school has to offer. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Recommendation was made to increase pension benefits and lower seatime requirements for pension. Vote of thanks was given to the steward department for great food. Next ports: Jacksonville, Fla., Charleston, S.C., Wilmington, Del. and Portsmouth, Va. EAGLE (Maersk Line, Limited), Aug. 16 – Chairman Timothy D. Koebel, Secretary John G. Reid, Educational Director Ronald M. Pheneuf, Deck Delegate Doug Hodges, Engine Delegate Daryl D. Thomas, Steward Delegate Maria Garcia. Chairman discussed dress code, FEMA emergency leave and computer/email time sharing. He also discussed other shipboard protocol. Secretary stated stores would be received in Houston and thanked fellow mariners for helping keep ship clean. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Motion was made concerning cleaning penalty time and next contract. Motion was made concerning engine-department OT. Second dryer hook-up is in progress. Crew would like satellite and internet service for everyone. Next ports: Charleston, S.C., Houston, Mobile, Ala. and Norfolk, Va. HORIZON KODIAK (Horizon Lines), Aug. 10 – Chairman Christopher K. Pompel, Secretary Alan E. Hollinger, Educational Director Jess Cooper, Engine Delegate Ralph D. Thomas. Chairman reported payoff August 10 in Tacoma, Wash. He advised Seafarers to keep all necessary shipping documents, tests and drug screening up-to-date. Secretary expressed The Seafarers LOG attempts to print as many digests of union shipboard minutes as possible. On occasion, because of space limitations, some will be omitted. Ships’ minutes first are reviewed by the union’s contract department. Those issues requiring attention or resolution are addressed by the union upon receipt of the ships’ minutes. The minutes are then forwarded to the Seafarers LOG for publication. On the Job at Harley Marine Safety Director Mark Von Siegel submitted these recent photos of SIU members at Harley Marine NY in Port Elizabeth, N.J. Seafarers at Harley Marine NY provide tug and barge service in New York Harbor, including bunkering. Mate Marcos Velez operates the 73.5-foot tug St. Andrews, pushing a barge. AB/Deckhand Jack Sica and Barge Captains Raymond Churchill and Rexford Nunemaker tie up a barge to a vessel. Seafarers move the 308-foot barge Chrestensen Sea closer to their targeted job. gratitude for help keeping public areas neat. He spoke about communication with the Tacoma hall and it was reported that having a discharge was not necessarily enough to work in a specific rating. You must have completed the applicable course or courses and certification as well. Bottom line: Don’t put off upgrading. Educational director urged mariners to upgrade language skills and reminded them of opportunities to earn associate or bachelor’s degree at maritime training center in Piney Point, Md. He also reminded crew of scholarship grants that are available to Seafarers and their dependents. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Seafarers were asked to be considerate about what items are put in the dryer at night and to keep lint trap clean to avoid a fire hazard. Next ports: Tacoma, Wash., Anchorage, Alaska and Kodiak, Alaska. MAERSK OHIO (Maersk Line, Limited), Aug. 9 – Chairman James L. Joyce Jr., Secretary Osvaldo Ramos, Deck Delegate Kadir P. Amat, Engine Delegate Abdulnaser K. Saeed, Steward Delegate Jerry E. Stuart. Bosun thanked crew members for working well together and urged them Engineer James Mulhern, AB/Deckhand Jack Sica, Capt. Jess Canterbury and Mate Marcos Velez are pictured aboard the tugboat St. Andrews. to contribute to SPAD (Seafarers Political Activity Donation). Educational director advised crew to upgrade skills whenever possible at the SIU-affiliated school in Piney Point, Md. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Request was made for a new DVD player and satellite radio. Steward department was thanked for hard work and a clean ship. RACER (Maersk Line, Limited), Aug. 9 – Chairman Thomas P. Flanagan, Secretary Milton J. Sivells, Educational Director Paul M. Titus. Chairman announced payoff on Aug. 14 in Charleston, S.C. He asked those departing vessel to leave rooms clean for next crew. He thanked everyone for “good work and safety awareness.” Educational director recommended all mariners enhance their skills at the Piney Point school. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Crew members would like new treadmill. The need was expressed for heaters and fans in rooms. Crew thanked steward department for job well done. Next port: Charleston, S.C. USNS LAWRENCE GIANELLA (Ocean Shipholdings), Aug. 9 – Chairman Bernardino R. Eda, Secretary Karl E. Meyer, Educational Director Larry F. Phillips. Chairman reminded crew to keep track of their overtime and compare it to vouchers. Non-illness bonus voucher to be given at payoff, after 120 days accumulated, turn it in with vacation check application. He discussed importance of filing renewals for all necessary seafaring documents in advance so you don’t get left on the beach. Crew was asked to be courteous to fellow shipmates and limit time on satellite phone to 10 minutes. Secretary asked all departing crew to clean their rooms and leave keys and fresh linen for reliefs. He thanked Chief Cook Mario Fernandez for a job well done feeding crew. Steward assistants and DEU were thanked for keeping house clean. Educational director talked about upgrading at the Piney Point school. He stated in light of rough economy, don’t just rely on your current endorsement to keep you employed. Instead, increase your expertise. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Ship’s itinerary was discussed and request was made for new furniture in crew lounge. AB asked fellow crew members to be courteous and not slam doors in passageways as off-duty watchstanders sleep. Seafarers LOG 19 �56207_p1_p24:January 08 9/26/2009 1:40 PM Page 20 Pictured from left to right are boatmen from the Crowley tug Resolve: Capt. John Callaway, AB Sean Walker, CM Roger Stanus and A/E Stephen Jones. Newly retired Chief Electrician Oswald Bermeo (center) recently stopped by the union hall in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., to pick up his first pension check. His wife, Ana, accompanied him. Safety Director Kevin Marchand (right) congratulated Bermeo on the milestone. The Overseas Houston crew includes (from left) SA Mohamed Ahmed, Chief Cook Abdullah Falah, Recertified Steward William Burdette and Recertified Bosun Lawrence Zepeda. With Seafarers in Florida Crane Maintenance Electricians working at GFC Crane Consultants include Seafarers (from left) Peter Baranowski, Dale Janssen and Brian Wilder. SA Emmanuel De Gracia (right) receives his full union book from Patrolman Brian Guiry at the Jacksonville, Fla., hall 2nd Mate Mark Bailey (left) picks up his first pension check at the Jacksonville hall, where he is greeted by Patrolman Brian Guiry. Chief Electrician Michael Papaioannou proudly displays his A-seniority book after acquiring it in Jacksonville. Know Your Rights FINANCIAL REPORTS. The Constitution of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District/NMU makes specific provision for safeguarding the membership’s money and union finances. The constitution requires a detailed audit by certified public accountants every year, which is to be submitted to the membership by the secretary-treasurer. A yearly finance committee of rank-and-file members, elected by the membership, each year examines the finances of the union and reports fully their findings and recommendations. 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/NMU 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. SHIPPING RIGHTS. A member’s shipping rights and seniority are protected exclusively by contracts between the union and the employers. Members should get to know their shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and available in all union halls. If members believe there have been violations of their shipping or seniority rights as contained in the contracts between the union and the employers, they should notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by certified mail, return receipt requested. The proper address for this is: 20 Seafarers LOG Augustin Tellez, Chairman Seafarers Appeals Board 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to members at all times, either by writing directly to the union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which an SIU member works and lives aboard a ship or boat. Members should know their contract rights, as well as their obligations, such as filing for overtime (OT) on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If, at any time, a member believes that an SIU patrolman or other union official fails to protect their contractual rights properly, he or she should contact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY — THE SEAFARERS LOG. The Seafarers LOG traditionally has refrained from publishing any article serving the political purposes of any individual in the union, officer or member. It also has refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the union or its collective membership. This established policy has been reaffirmed by membership action at the September 1960 meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsibility for Seafarers 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. PAYMENT 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 circumstances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any 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 or she should not have been required to make such payment, this should immediately be reported to union headquarters. CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. 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 contents. Any time a member feels any other member or officer is attempting to deprive him or her of any constitutional right or obligation by any methods, such as dealing with charges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, the member so affected should immediately notify 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. Conse quently, no member may be discriminated against because of race, creed, color, sex, national or geographic origin. If any member feels that he or she is denied the equal rights to which he or she is entitled, the member should notify union headquarters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DONATION — SPAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fund. Its proceeds are used to further its objects and purposes including, 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 condition of membership in the union or of employment. If a contribution is made by reason of the above improper conduct, the member should notify the Seafarers International Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the contribution for investigation and appropriate action and refund, if involuntary. A member should support SPAD to protect and further his or her economic, political and social interests, and American trade union concepts. NOTIFYING THE UNION—If at any time a member feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he or she has been denied the constitutional right of access to union records or information, the member should immediately notify SIU President Michael Sacco at headquarters by certified mail, return receipt requested. The address is: Michael Sacco, President Seafarers International Union 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746. October 2009 �56207_p1_p24x2:January 08 9/28/2009 7:16 PM Page 21 Seafarers Paul Hall Center Upgrading Course Schedule The following is the schedule of courses at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md., for the next few months of 2009. All programs are geared to improving the job skills of Seafarers and to promoting the American maritime industry. Please note that this schedule may change to reflect the needs of the membership, the maritime industry and—in times of conflict—the nation’s security. Students attending any of these classes should check in the Saturday before their course’s start date. The courses listed here will begin promptly on the morning of the start dates. For classes ending on a Friday, departure reservations should be made for Saturday. Seafarers who have any questions regarding the upgrading courses offered at the Paul Hall Center may call the admissions office at (301) 994-0010. Course Start Date Date of Completion Medical Care Provider December 14 December 18 Steward Upgrading Courses Galley Operations/Advanced Galley Operations These modules start every Monday. Certified Chief Cook/Chief Steward These classes start every other Monday. The most recent class began September 21. Deck Upgrading Courses Academic Department Courses Course Start Date Date of Completion Able Seaman October 12 November 6 ARPA November 16 November 20 Bosun Recertification October 13 November 2 Government Vessels November 16 November 20 Radar November 2 November 13 Specially Trained Ordinary Seaman (STOS)October 19 October 30 Engine Upgrading Courses Basic Auxiliary Plant Operations (BAPO) November 9 December 4 FOWT October 12 November 6 Marine Electrician October 26 December 18 Pumpman October 5 October 16 Welding September 7 October 5 November 2 November 30 September 25 October 23 November 20 December 18 Safety Specialty Courses Advanced Firefighting November 30 December 11 Basic Firefighting/STCW November 9 November 13 UPGRADING APPLICATION Name ________________________________________________________________ General education and college courses are available as needed at the Paul Hall Center. In addition, basic vocational support program courses are offered throughout the year, two weeks prior to the beginning of a vocational course. The following opportunities are currently available: Adult Basic Education (ABE), English as a Second Language (ESL), a College Program and a Preparatory Course. When applying for preparatory courses, students should list the name of the course desired on upgrading application. An introduction to computers course, a self-study module, is also available. Online Distance Learning Courses “Distance learning” (DL) courses are available to students who plan to enroll in classes at the union-affiliated Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education. The online courses are not mandatory, but they are structured to benefit students who eventually attend other classes at the Paul Hall Center, which is located in Piney Point, Md. The online courses are: DOD Level 1 Antiterrorism Awareness Training, MSC Environmental Awareness, First Aid Preparation, Global Maritime Distress and Safety System, Hazardous Material Control and Management, Hearing Conservation, Heat Stress Management, Bloodborne Pathogens, Shipboard Pest Management, Respiratory Protection, Back Safety, Fixed Fire Fighting Systems, Shipboard Firefighting, Portable Fire Extinguishers, Fire Fighting Equipment, Shipboard Water Sanitation, Crew Endurance Management, Basic Math Refresher, Intermediate Math Refresher, Marine Engineering Mathematics Preparation, Introduction to Navigational Math, Basic Culinary Skills, and Chief Cook Preparation. Students MUST have access to the internet and an e-mail address in order to take the aforementioned classes. Each course must be taken online, not at the Paul Hall Center. E-mail addresses should be provided on applications (printed neatly) when applying. Applicants should include the letters DL when listing any online course on the upgrading application form below. Students who have registered for classes at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education, but later discover—for whatever reason—that they cannot attend should inform the admissions department immediately so arrangements can be made to have other students take their places. With this application, COPIES of the following must be sent: One hundred and twenty-five (125) days seatime for the previous year, one day in the last six months prior to the date your class starts, USMMD (z-card) front and back, front page of your union book indicating your department and seniority, qualifying seatime for the course if it is Coast Guard tested, 1995 STCW Certificate, valid SHBP Clinic Card and TWIC. Street Address _________________________________________________________ City __________________________ State _______________ Zip Code ___________ Telephone _________________________ Deep Sea Member Lakes Member Date of Birth ______________________ Inland Waters Member If the following information is not filled out completely, your application will not be processed. Social Security # ______________________ Book # _________________________ Seniority _____ Department ___________ E-mail ____________________________ U.S. Citizen: Yes No Home Port _____________________________ COURSE BEGIN DATE END DATE ____________________________ _______________ _______________ ____________________________ _______________ _______________ ____________________________ _______________ _______________ ____________________________ _______________ _______________ ____________________________ _______________ _______________ ____________________________ _______________ _______________ Endorsement(s) or License(s) now held _____________________________________ LAST VESSEL: _____________________________________ Rating: ___________ _____________________________________________________________________ Date On: ___________________________ Date Off: ________________________ Are you a graduate of the SHLSS/PHC trainee program? Yes No SIGNATURE __________________________________ DATE ________________ If yes, class # __________________________________________________________ Yes Have you attended any SHLSS/PHC upgrading courses? No If yes, course(s) taken ___________________________________________________ Do you hold the U.S. Coast Guard Lifeboatman Endorsement? Yes No Firefighting: Yes No CPR: Yes No Primary language spoken ________________________________________________ October 2009 NOTE: Transportation will be paid in accordance with the scheduling letter only if you present original receipts and successfully complete the course. If you have any questions, contact your port agent before departing for Piney Point. Return completed application to: Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education Admissions Office, P.O. Box 75, Piney Point, MD 20674-0075; or fax to (301) 994-2189. The Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education is a private, non-profit, equal opportunity institution and admits students, who are otherwise qualified, of any race, nationality or sex. The school complies with applicable laws with regard to admission, access or treatment of students in its programs or activities. 10/09 Seafarers LOG 21 �56207_p1_p24:January 08 9/26/2009 1:44 PM Page 22 Paul Hall Center Classes Unlicensed Apprentice Water Survival Class – Fourteen individuals completed their training in this 60-hour course June 12. Graduating (above, in alphabetical order) were: Malcolm Adams Jr., Shawn Bising, David Chavez, Daniel Conner, Andrew Gronotte, Kevin Hanmont, Nita Holly, Ricky Howard, Boyko Kovaichev, Amin Mohamed, Jeremy Salas, Sutthipong Ticer, Antoine White and Matthew Wiese. (Note: Not all are pictured.) Medical Care Provider – Seven upgraders on July 24 completed this 24-hour course. Those graduating, above, in alphabetical order, were: Alfred Drake, Owen Gallagher, Geoffrey Gavigan, Steven Haver, Christopher Paul, James Robinson and Troy Tadlock. Their instructor, Mike Roberts, is at left. Basic/Advanced Fire Fighting – Four individuals on July 31 completed training in this 41-hour course. Those graduating, above, in alphabetical order, were: Joseph Matte, Richard Saunders, Mark Turner and Joseph Weller. Mark Cates, their instructor, is at left. Fast Rescue Boat – The following mariners (above, in alphabetical order) on Aug. 21 completed this 30-hour course: Marie Acosta, William Dowzicky, Ernie Frank, Felix Garcia, Rick James, Kjell Liadal and James Tyson. Their instructor, Stan Beck is standing third from left. Welding – The following Seafarers, above, in alphabetical order, completed this 103-hour course July 24: Daniel Chisom-Coffey, Bryan Clark, Joel Encarnacion, Arthur Kately, Emilio Ordaniel, Ronaldo Quinones and Lamont Robinson. Buzzy Andrews, their instructor, is standing fourth from left. Medical Care Provider – Ten upgraders completed this course on September 4. Graduating (above, in alphabetical order) were: Daniel Avery, Jose Boza, Helbert Esquivel, Nat Lamb, Raymond Maldonado, Karl Mayhew, Robert Ott, Paublito Ramos-Ortiz, Travis Rose and Aaron Wood. Mark Cates, their instructor, is at right. STOS – Nine Seafarers on Sept. 4 finished this 70-hour course. Graduating (above, in alphabetical order) were: Oheneba Ackon, Ali Ali, Angelito Basa, Kenneth Benton, Noel Coralde, Fethanegesi Demor, Nathaniel Rana, Salahuddin Saleh and Dannal Williams. Tom Truitt, their instructor, is at right. (Note: Not all are pictured.) 22 Seafarers LOG ARPA - Four upgraders completed this course on July 24. Graduating (above, from left) were: Carron Richardson, Rafael Linila, William Johnson and Cesar Runatay. Their instructor, Stacy McNeily, is at right. October 2009 �56207_p1_p24:January 08 9/26/2009 1:44 PM Page 23 Paul Hall Center Classes Tank Ship Familiarization (DL) – Nineteen Seafarers on Aug. 7 completed their training in this course. Graduating (above, in alphabetical order) were: Marie Acosta, Noli Aguirre, Leonard Ajoste, William Bolden, Donato Camandang, Noel Coralde, Desiree Crockett, Virgilio Demegillo, Koksal Demir, Joel Encarnacion, DeCarlo Harris, Everett Henry, Bryan Maddox, Emilio Ordaneil, John Parkuhrst, Bernabe Pelingon, Stephen Roell, Gerard Rogers and Rodolfo Vecino. Jim Shaffer, their instructor, is at left. Inland DDE Test Prep – Four individuals on Sept. 4 graduated from this course. Completing the training (above, in alphabetical order) were: Dallas Hemmenway, Joseph Matte, Art Schwendemen and Joseph Wellez. Their instructor, Jay Henderson, is at right. BAPO –Thirteen upgraders and Phase III apprentices on Aug. 14 completed their GMDSS – The following upgraders (above, in alphabetical order) on Aug. 7 completed their training requirements in this course: Alfred Drake, Felix Garcia, William Johnson, Rafael Lanila, Karl Mayhew, Charles Mull, Christopher Paul, Korron Richardson, James Robinson and Troy Tadlock. Their instructor, Joe Curtis, is at left. STCW/BST (Hawaii) – The above individuals (pictured in no particular order) on Aug. 1 graduated from this course at the Hawaii-based Seafarers Training Center: Kirsten Lindsay, Edwin Menes, Kyle Davis, Mitchell Maggin, Tchafikah Buissereth, Krystal Sanchez, Maria Ochensius, Steven Donohue, Cynthia Salazar, Philip Sandoval, Javonte Smith, Christopher Mims and Erica Robinson. requirements for graduation from this 140-hour course. Completing the training (above, in alphabetical order) were: Brandy Baker-Days, Latiffe Brooks, Derrick Clark, Ricardo Fuentes, Kevin Hunt, Keith Jordan, Rafael Leon, Nicholas Pratt, Keven Reyes-Velez, Gary Richards, Danielle Smith, Jose Smith and Melvin Smith. Jay Henderson their instructor, is at far right STCW/BST (Hawaii) – Fourteen individuals on July 25 completed this course at the Barbers Point, Hawaii-based Seafarers Training Center. Graduating (above, in no particular order) were: Christopher Pritchett, James, Johnson, Adrian Szmigielski, Anthony Ang, Megan Bachant, Lisa Hyman, Sarah Ewing, Esin Yapa, Brian Kasper, Yoan Nieves, Zachary Harris, Austin Lamont, Andre Pines, and Jason Talbot. STCW/BST (Hawaii) – The following individuals (above, in no particular order) comSTCW/BST (Hawaii) – Eight individuals completed training in this course Aug. 8 in Barbers Point, Hawaii. Graduating (above, in no particular order) were: Andrea Saltsgraver, Kyle Blair, Derek Johansen, Jennifer Geib, Elena Koriavaya, Sotirios Goutzoulis, Catherin Corby and Victor Lopez. October 2009 pleted this course July 18 at the Seafarers Training Center in Barbers Point, Hawaii: Angela Bollie, Ryan Brown, Bryan Fishburn, Jose Guerra, Eric Hassard, Jeffery Hosaka, Hector Ramos, Hector Martinez, Cvijo Music, Angela Nichols, Kenneth Roth, Benjamin Tansel, Gudron Tucker, and Kourtney Wilson. Seafarers LOG 23 �56207_p1_p24x2:January 08 9/28/2009 7:16 PM Page 24 Volume 71, Number 10 October 2009 Seafarers Volunteer For ‘Paint Tacoma’ 2009 - Page 6 Chief Cook Abdul Hasan Assorted cheeses, deviled eggs and cranberry aspic are on the menu. Good Feeder Horizon Kodiak Calls on … Kodiak These photos of the SIU-crewed Horizon Kodiak recently were submitted to the LOG as the vessel completed a port call in Kodiak, Alaska. Seafarers sailing aboard the containership not only may take advantage of the appealing menus offered by their fellow members from the galley gang, they also can “make room” for the next meal by utilizing the vessel’s well-equipped gym. The workout area was built and furnished last year through a joint effort by the unlicensed crew and officers aboard the ship. GUDE Abdulsalam Mohamed QMED Ralph Thomas Scrumptious Bread Aboard Overseas Boston Recertified Steward Carl Poggioli sent these images of some stewarddepartment handiwork aboard the Overseas Boston. SA Abdulaziz Saleh, SREC Alan Hollinger AB Obaid Ali QEE Jess Cooper � 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/. 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LOUIS MAKES NOTEWORTHY STOP IN VIRGINIA LIBERTY PRIDE HOISTS STARS AND STRIPES MILITARY, GOV’T, INDUSTRY SPEAKERS REAFFIRM SUPPORT FOR U.S. MARITIME DELEGATES RE-ELECT MICHAEL SACCO AS MTD PRESIDENT MARAD ISSUES ANIT-PIRACY ADVISORY U.S., OTHER NATIONS SIGN ‘NEW YORK DECLARATION’ LIDINSKY TO CHAIR FMC HORIZON EXPANDS CONTAINER SERVICE, ADDS TAMPA STOP SEAFARERS-CONTRACTED COMPANY RECOGNIZED FOR RELIABILITY AFL-CIO CONVENTION INCLUDES MILESTONES TRUMKA ELECTED PRESIDENT; OBAMA PLEDGES SUPPORT OF EFCA SEAFARERS, TACOMA FAMILIES VOLUNTEER TO HELP NEIGHBORS MATSON, HORIZON LINES PARTICIPATE IN HONOLULU-BASED RESPONSE DRILL ITF OFFICIALS ASSIST EASTWIND CREWS INSPECTORS SECURE MORE THAN $1 MILLION IN BACK PAY GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS PRAISE WORK OF U.S. MARINERS AMERICAN CREWS CITED AS VITAL TO NATIONAL, ECONOMIC SECURITY GOV. RENDELL, REP. PASTOR EMPHASIZE INFRASTRUCTURE LABOR LEADERS: NATION WILL BENEFIT FROM HEALTH CARE REFORM, EFCA WEAKLEY, MILLER SAY COOPERATION REMAINS KEY TO INDUSTRY’S HEALTH MARITIME TRADES DEPARTMENT CONVENTION MTD HONORS JOHN SWEENEY GOOD FEEDER HORIZON KODIAK CALLS ON … KODIAK Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Seafarers Log Digital Copies 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 10/01/2009 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. 71, No. 10 2009 Periodicals Seafarers Log http://seafarerslog.org/archives/files/original/c7df2c43adc0a565da69ae7ce31f8493.pdf 587df8a1643c92b074f4b893ad1d6c0c PDF Text Text 61430_LOG_X:61430_LOG 9/24/2010 6:05 PM Page 1 Volume 72, Number 10 October 2010 SIU Gains Jobs on BBC Houston Heavy-Lift Ship Reflags Under Stars and Stripes The heavy-lift vessel BBC Houston (photo at left) is a new addition to the SIU-crewed fleet. Seafarers recently crewed up the ship as it reflagged American in Houston in mid-September. Among the SIU members climbing the gangway (photo above, left to right) are Recertified Bosun Jimmy Scheck, Recertified Steward Pedro Mena, AB Donald Stickens, GUDE Darrin Cobb and AB Alula Teferi. The same Seafarers are shown holding the American flag in the other photo. SIU-contracted American Overseas Marine (AMSEA) is providing the shipboard manpower for the BBC Houston. Page 3. USNS Washington Chambers Launched The U.S. Navy T-AKE ship USNS Washington Chambers (photo at left) was christened and launched Sept. 11 at the General Dynamics NASSCO shipyard in San Diego. Members of the SIU Government Services Division will fill the unlicensed slots aboard the dry cargo/ammunition vessel, which is slated to join the Military Sealift Command fleet in 2011. Ten other ships in the same class as the Washington Chambers have been built at NASSCO and crewed by SIU Government Services Division members. Page 4. Aker Delivers New Jones Act Tanker The Seafarers-contracted Overseas Anacortes (photo above), the tenth ship in a series of double-hulled tankers built at Aker Philadelphia Shipyard, was delivered in early September. Page 3. Navy Backs Jones Act Page 2 SIU History Book Available Page 8 Seafarers ‘Paint Tacoma’ Pages 12-13 �61430_LOG_X:61430_LOG 9/24/2010 6:40 PM Page 2 President’s Report Register and Vote With Election Day just around the corner, once again I urge all Seafarers and their families to make sure you are registered and remember to vote. It is not too late for members and their families to meet with or write to candidates to remind them that they stand to represent merchant mariners. Tell your elected officials how important the U.S. Merchant Marine is to the economy and national security. As always, your union is supporting pro-maritime, pro-worker candidates in the national, state and local elections, no matter the party. Once the elections end, we’ll make sure that whoever’s in office knows about American mariners and our industry. That type of outreach isn’t new, but it is vital. More on ‘Made in America’ Last month, we reported on President Obama’s recent address to the AFL-CIO Executive Council, highlighted Michael Sacco in part by his statement that the words “Made in America” will be crucial to our economic recovery. Not long before that early August address, leaders in the House of Representatives announced their recommitment and recognition of the importance of manufacturing as the key to economic prosperity. Representatives including House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer also unveiled a “Make it in America” agenda that includes a number of legislative initiatives. There’s no doubt that rebuilding our economy is a complex task. But part of the answer is simple, and that part involves buying American-made goods and services. Though I’m admittedly biased, I’d take it a step further and urge that we also “buy union.” But, in any case, buying American makes good common sense and good economic sense. The legislative efforts in the House involve closing tax loopholes that encourage the export of American jobs, and offering tax credits to help small businesses hire more employees. They also include mandates for fair trade practices that emphasize workplace safety and decent treatment of employees in foreign lands. Additionally, the administration already has taken some steps in the right direction. Vice President Biden’s Middle Class Task Force has adopted a national manufacturing strategy, which has started producing results. President Obama wants to double U.S. exports in the next five years. As long as exports increase faster than imports, that’s a very worthwhile goal, especially if American mariners move these goods overseas. This isn’t about protectionism or partisanship. It’s about creating incentives to invest in American manufacturing, rebuilding our industrial base and leveling the playing field so U.S. companies have a fair opportunity to compete in the global economy. The alternatives – collectively letting our manufacturing capabilities steadily erode – are unacceptable. Already, some are projecting that in 2011, America will lose our status as the world leader in factory production to China. That’s a headline we can stop from making it to press, but it will require not only a renewed focus on American manufacturing but effective follow-through. New Tonnage In this edition, we are reporting on new vessels in the deep-sea commercial trade, the Jones Act trade and the Government Services Division. Speaking of American manufacturing, two of those ships were built in unioncontracted U.S. shipyards (NASSCO and Aker Philadelphia). That’s a capability we simply cannot afford to lose. New tonnage benefits our nation in more ways than one. It helps prevent us from being held economic hostage by foreign countries. Often, it either directly supports our military (as will be the case with the new Government Services ship USNS Washington Chambers) or is available to do so in times of need. And of course, keeping Old Glory afloat helps maintain the manpower pool of well-trained, loyal, U.S.-citizen seafarers who serve as America’s fourth arm of defense. These are stories of success and opportunity. They are part of the lifeblood of our union and our industry, and we will do everything possible to help ensure that there are many more to look forward to in the future. Volume 72, Number 10 October 2010 U.S. Navy Backs Jones Act Cites Importance of American Mariners, U.S. Shipbuilding Two recent statements by the U.S. Navy left no doubt concerning its stance on a vital maritime law called the Jones Act. In early September, the Maritime Cabotage Task Force (MCTF) highlighted a Navy statement that was issued in response to anti-Jones Act legislation introduced earlier this year. “For decades, U.S. Merchant Mariners have provided essential support for the U.S. Navy during times of war and national crisis,” the statement reads. “Repealing the Jones Act would remove that support at a time when we are fighting two wars and facing a continuing threat from international terrorism.” That statement came within days of comments from Daniel B. Branch, Jr., president of the Navy League of the United States, noting the importance of a “strong commercial maritime industry” to a “maritime nation [like] the United States.” “As a maritime nation, the United States depends not only on a strong Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard, it also requires a strong commercial maritime industry,” Branch said. “The Jones Act must be maintained so that the more than 8,000 U.S. citizen mariners can continue to provide the economic and military support that is critical to our national interests.” The Jones Act mandates that cargo moving between U.S. ports must be carried on vessels that are flagged, built, crewed and owned American. Highly credible studies show that the law generates approximately 500,000 American jobs, provides $29 billion in wages and contributes $11 billion in taxes, among other significant economic benefits. The MCTF, to which the SIU is affiliated, was founded in 1995 to promote the U.S.-flag fleet engaged in domestic waterborne commerce. With more than 400 members, it is the largest coalition ever assembled to represent the domestic segment of the U.S. Merchant Marine. Enacted in 1920, the Jones Act has been broadly supported by every Congress and administration since its passage and is considered a key element in the nation’s defense capabilities. The law – and the current administration – recently were targets of drastically inaccurate criticism by some media outlets and elected representatives who falsely claimed that the Jones Act was impeding cleanup operations after the Deepwater Horizon disaster. The facts are that the Jones Act doesn’t apply where the spill occurred (50 miles from the U.S.), and foreign-flag assistance was utilized (along with American-flag tonnage) essentially from the start. Moreover, the administration quickly set up expedited Jones Act-waiver processes in case waivers were needed for related operations closer to shore. After the recent Navy statements, the MCTF pointed out that “thousands of American mariners have played a critical role cleaning up oil in the Gulf of Mexico. Jones Act vessels involved in the cleanup have included scores of the world’s largest and best-equipped oil spill response vessels, dozens of technologically advanced offshore supply vessels, as well as thousands of fishing boats and other vessels of opportunity.” The task force further observed, “Navy support for the Jones Act in nothing new. In previous Congresses, the Navy opposed Jones Act repeal legislation, noting that such legislation ‘adversely impacts’ the military need for a strong cadre of American ships, citizen mariners, and ‘maritime industrial base of shipyard and repair facilities.’” “The U.S. Navy and the Navy League both understand that maintaining longstanding U.S. maritime law boosts our economy and helps protect our homeland,” said Mark Ruge, counsel to the MCTF. “In a time of economic uncertainty and threats to our nation, the Jones Act provides a U.S. Merchant Marine that promotes efficient trade and supports U.S. military and humanitarian efforts throughout the world.” The Navy League is a non-profit civilian organization with more than 50,000 members worldwide whose mission for more than 100 years has been to educate the American people and their leaders about the enduring importance of sea power to a maritime nation, and to support the men and women of the U.S. sea services. Union Hosts Presentation Thanking Admiral Wray On Sept. 15, the SIU presented a certificate of appreciation to Rear Adm. Robert O. Wray, deputy commander, U.S. Military Sealift Command. The presentation took place at SIU headquarters in Camp Springs, Md. During Admiral Wray’s tenure at MSC he has worked diligently towards developing and supporting a strong, viable labor-management partnership. Throughout the past year, MSC and the union, working together, have resolved many outstanding legal and policy issues to the benefit of unlicensed CIVMARS. Pictured at the headquarters building are (photo at right) SIU President Michael Sacco (left) and Rear Admiral Wray. They are joined in the other photo by SIU Government Services Division Representative Kate Hunt (left) and SIU Asst. VP Chet Wheeler (right). The SIU on line: www.seafarers.org The Seafarers LOG (ISSN 1086-4636) is published monthly by the Seafarers International Union; Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District/NMU, AFLCIO; 5201 Auth Way; Camp Springs, MD 20746. Telephone (301) 899-0675. Periodicals postage paid at Southern Maryland 20790-9998. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the Seafarers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. Communications Director, Jordan Biscardo; Managing Editor/Production, Jim Guthrie; Photographer, Mike Hickey; Administrative Support, Misty Dobry. Copyright © 2010 Seafarers International Union, AGLIWD. All Rights Reserved. The Seafarers International Union engaged an environmentally friendly printer for the production of this newspaper. 2 Seafarers LOG October 2010 �61430_LOG_X:61430_LOG 9/24/2010 6:29 PM Page 3 Recertified Steward Pedro Mena (left) and Port Agent Mike Russo posed for the photo above during the aftermath of a recent meeting. Pictured from left to right in the crew mess are Recertified Steward Pedro Mena, SIU Asst. VP Jim McGee, GUDE Darrin Cobb, AB Donald Stickens, AB Alula Teferi and Recertified Bosun Jimmy Scheck. Reflag Means New Jobs for Seafarers SIU members are sailing aboard a newly reflagged heavy-lift ship that is an outright addition to the union-contracted fleet. In mid-September, the BBC Australia became the Seafarers-contracted BBC Houston, hoisting the Stars and Stripes in its new namesake port. Built in 2005, the vessel is 393 feet long and is equipped with two cranes each capable of lifting 250 metric tons. SIU-contracted American Overseas Marine (AMSEA) is providing the shipboard manpower for the BBC Houston. The company anticipates that a second heavy-lift ship similar to the BBC Houston soon will reflag American, which will mean additional jobs for SIU members. At least initially, the BBC Houston is expected to sail on a South American run. “But she’ll go anywhere where the cargo is,” said AMSEA Vice President Chris Nette, who also complimented the SIU and AMO crew members for their gracious assistance to the Russian mariners who signed off the ship in mid-September. SIU Vice President Contracts George Tricker said the BBC Houston “represents an important addition to our fleet, most prominently because it means new jobs. The union and the company are working together to make sure this transition goes smoothly.” Built in China, the 7,500 DWT BBC Houston formerly flew the flag of Antigua and Barbuda. It has a beam of 66 feet and can sail at 16.5 knots. Seafarers and AMO members also sail on numerous other AMSEA ships, including the LMSRs USNS Bob Hope, USNS Fisher, USNS Seay, USNS Mendonca, USNS Pililaau, USNS Brittin and USNS Benavidez. They also sail aboard the prepositioning ships M/V 2nd Lt. John P. Bobo, USNS Pfc. Dewayne T. Williams, USNS 1st Lt. Baldomero Lopez, USNS 1st Lt. Jack Lummus and M/V Sgt. William R. Button. Parts of both of the vessel’s cranes (above left) are visible in addition to a hold. In the other photo AB Donald Stickens (right) and 3rd Mate Marc Pottey touch up a piece of equipment on deck. OSG Tanker Delivered by Aker Philadelphia SIU members are sailing aboard the doublehulled tanker Overseas Anacortes, the newest vessel built by union-contracted Aker Philadelphia Shipyard for OSG America. The 600-foot-long ship formally was named during a Sept. 1 ceremony at the yard. SIU Secretary-Treasurer David Heindel and Vice President Great Lakes Tom Orzechowski represented the union at the event. The tenth vessel in the Veteran Class series of Jones Act tankers, the Overseas Anacortes last month joined some of its sister ships in transporting petroleum products on the West Coast. Each of the 10 tankers can carry 332,000 barrels of product and can sail at speeds greater than 14 knots. In addition to the Overseas Anacortes, the other tankers built by Aker Philadelphia for OSG are the Overseas Houston, Overseas Long Beach, Overseas Los Angeles, Overseas New York, Overseas Texas City Overseas Boston, Overseas Nikiski, Overseas Martinez and Overseas Cascade. Each of those vessels is 46,000 DWT. Aker Philadelphia has two other vessels currently under construction. Both are scheduled to be delivered in 2011. The new tanker is shown heading out for sea trials in August (right) and earlier in the year while still under construction. (Photos by John Curdy) October 2010 Seafarers LOG 3 �61430_LOG_X:61430_LOG 9/24/2010 6:29 PM Page 4 SIU CIVMARS Perform Rescue at Sea A crew from the SIU’s Government Services Division, while serving aboard the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Ship Thomas Jefferson, recently assisted in the rescue of a downed pilot in Florida. While involved in underway mapping survey operations west of Key West, Fla., the union-trained crew members on Aug. 14 heard a U.S. Coast Guard radio report advising that a small aircraft with one person aboard had crashed in the water some 30 miles away from their vessel’s location. Springing into action immediately, the crew notified the Coast Guard that they would assist in the search and rescue operation. The Thomas Jefferson altered course without delay and steamed toward the downed aircraft’s reported position. By utilizing the Jefferson’s advanced navigation equipment, including the Doppler speed log and Global Positioning equipment, the crew was able to estimate the ocean current and focus their search area around a location approximately two nautical miles southsouthwest of the reported crash site. “We posted extra personnel as lookouts and used our searchlights in a sweeping pattern, all while keeping a quiet bridge so we could hear any calls of distress from the pilot,” said Shepard Smith, the Thomas Jefferson’s commanding officer. The crew shortly after 1 a.m. EDT heard cries for help off the port (left) side of the vessel. Immediately the captain brought the ship to an emergency stop and deployed a rescue boat. “By turning the ship in the direction we originally heard the sound, we were able to locate the person in the water using the searchlight, and guide the rescue boat to pick him Pictured next to the ship are (front row, from left) GVA Armando Medina, CB Bernard Pooser, OS Anthony Teele, SS Jonathan Anderson, SST Peter Lewit, 3AE Vic Medina, (middle row) LT Mark Blankenship, 2C Nestor Poblete, 1AE Armando Mangaya, EU Otis Tate, AB Sonny Palmer, BGL Robert Bayliss, CST Dan Wright, AST Matt Van Hoy, ST Kim Glomb, LT Denise Gruccio, LT Michael Davidson, (back row) ET Dave Miles, ENS Lindsay Morrison, ENS Joe Carrier and SST Doug Wood. (Thanks to NOAA CDR Shepard Smith for supplying the names for this caption.) up,” Smith said. The pickup position was about a quarter-mile from the ship’s estimated search position. Except for a cut lip, according to Thomas Jefferson medical personnel, the pilot was reported to be in fine shape after being plucked from the water. He was transferred to a nearby Coast Guard vessel for a return visit to Key West. Once there, the rescued pilot was met by his anxious father, who had been waiting at the airport to pick him up when the news of the crash reached him. The Thomas Jefferson is one of the most technologically advanced hydrographic survey vessels in the world. Equipped with highresolution seafloor echo sounders, the 208foot platform and its 36-person crew can map the ocean bottom and identify areas of interest Navy Christens USNS Chambers The U.S. Navy’s newest resupply ship, the SIUcrewed USNS Washington Chambers (T-AKE 11), was christened and launched Sept. 11 at the General Dynamics National Steel and Shipbuilding Company (NASSCO) yard in San Diego. Named in honor of a U.S. Navy officer who played a major role in the development of naval aviation, the USNS Washington Chambers is the 11th in a series of 14 Lewis and Clark–class of dry cargo-ammunition ships that NASSCO (a union shipyard) is building for the Navy. When she joins the fleet in 2011, she will be crewed by in the unlicensed slots by mariners from the SIU Government Services Division. The new ship’s primary mission will be to deliver more than 10,000 tons of food, ammunition, fuel and other provisions to combat ships on the move at sea. The Chambers will be operated by the U.S. Navy’s Military Sealift Command MSC). Rear Adm. Richard J .O’Hanlon, commander, Naval Air Force Atlantic, served as the ceremony’s principal speaker. Loretta A. Penn, senior vice president of The USNS Washington Chambers leaves the dock for the first time. 4 Seafarers LOG Spherion Corporation and president of its Staffing Services division was the ship’s sponsor. She ceremonially named the vessel by breaking the traditional bottle of champagne against its hull. Other speakers included Rear Adm. David H. Lewis, PEO Ships; Rear Adm. Robert O. Wray, deputy commander, Military Sealift Command; and Fred Harris, president of General Dynamics NASSCO. “Washington Irving Chambers was the quintessential officer for the modern, professional, United States Navy that was emerging at the end of the 19th century: he was smart, forward-looking, operationally proficient and technically savvy,” Admiral O’Hanlon told the more than 1,000 in attendance as he honored the ship’s namesake. “Chambers lived in uncertain times, against the backdrop of a Navy undergoing a great deal of change. He was not content with the status quo, but rather looked for ways to improve the fleet in which he served….” “Just as Washington Chambers saw the need for modernization in the field of naval aviation, so too does our team embrace the need for change in our endeavors if we are to be successful when confronted with future challenges,” said Harris during the event. “This morning’s ceremony is the culmination of thousands of individual efforts by the more than 6,000 men and women of the General Dynamics NASSCO-Navy shipbuilding team who are working hard on improvements to meet present and emerging threats to our national security.” To date, 10 other ships in the same class as the Washington Chambers have been built at NASSCO, placed into service by MSC and crewed by mariners from the SIU’s Government Services Division. They include the USNS Lewis and Clark, USNS Sacagawea, USNS Alan Shepard, USNS Richard Byrd, USNS Robert Peary, USNS Amelia Earhart, USNS Carl Brashear, USNS Wally Schirra, USNS Matthew Perry, and the USNS Charles Drew. Three remaining vessels—the USNS William McLean, USNS Medgar Evers and another still to be named—will be delivered over the next several years. Each of the former vessels is 689 feet long, 106 feet wide and can sail at 20 knots. Designed to operate independently for extended periods at sea while providing underway replenishment services, the T-AKEs directly contribute to the Navy’s ability to maintain a forward presence. These civilian-crewed vessels provide logistic lift from sources of supply either in port or at sea and transfer materiel to station ships and other naval warfare forces at sea. to coastal managers, biologists, geologists and emergency responders. The vessel has been in the Gulf of Mexico since April. Its original mission was to map the seafloor and look for hazards to navigation off the Gulf coast. However, following the Deepwater Horizon/BP oil spill, the Thomas Jefferson spent six weeks conducting research on submerged oil plumes. Federal Officials Commission Research Vessel Bell M. Shimada More jobs were cemented for union members Aug. 25 when federal officials commissioned the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) newest state-of-the-art research vessel, the Bell M. Shimada, in Seattle. Crewed by CIVMARS from the SIU Government Services Division, the Shimada now is part of NOAA’s Pacific Fleet and will study marine life and ocean conditions along the West Coast. The vessel’s primary mission will be to study, monitor and collect data on a wide range of sea life and ocean conditions, primarily in U.S. waters from Washington state to southern California. The Shimada will also observe environmental conditions, conduct habitat assessments and survey marine mammal, sea turtle and marine bird populations. “Bell M. Shimada represents a significant achievement in the agency’s efforts to modernize its fleet of fisheries, oceanographic and hydrographic survey ships,” said Rear Adm. Jonathan Bailey, director of the NOAA Office of Marine and Aviation Operations and the NOAA Corps. “This highly capable ship will play a key role in supporting NOAA’s mission.” Launched in September 2008, the 208-ft. Bell M. Shimada was built for NOAA by VT Halter Marine Inc., in Moss Point, Miss., as part of the NOAA’s fleet replacement strategy to provide world-class platforms for U.S. scientists. The vessel is the fourth of a new class of ships designed to meet the NOAA Fisheries Service’s specific data collection requirements and the International Council for Exploration of the Seas’ new standards for a low acoustic signature. The Bell M. Shimada’s state-of-the-art design allows for quieter operation and movement of the vessel, giving scientists the ability to study fish and marine mammals without significantly altering their behavior. The ship’s comprehensive environmental sampling capabilities will also enable researchers to gather a broad suite of marine life data with unprecedented accuracy. “As one of the quietest research vessels in the world, Bell M. Shimada produces so little background noise that we can count fish and assess the health and behavior of marine species with highly sensitive acoustic devices,” said Jim Balsiger, acting assistant administrator for NOAA’s Fisheries Service. “The vessel will support ecosystem research that is essential to sustaining and rebuilding fisheries.” The ship’s namesake served with the Bureau of Fisheries and Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission, and was known for his contributions to the study of tropical Pacific tuna stocks, which were important to the development of West Coast commercial fisheries following World War II. October 2010 �61430_LOG_X:61430_LOG 9/24/2010 6:35 PM Page 5 Recent Government Report Reflects Union Advantage in Benefits Union workers continue to enjoy significantly better benefits than unrepresented workers, according to a new federal report. One example of the power of collective bargaining: 93 percent of union workers have access to health insurance, compared with only 70 percent of nonunion workers, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ most recent report on employee benefits. In addition, union workers pay less out of pocket for their insurance. On average, they pay 11 percent of premiums for individual coverage and 18 percent of premiums for family coverage. Nonunion workers pay a lot more: 20 percent for individual coverage and 33 percent for family coverage. For a worker with family coverage, the difference means nearly $1,000 a year, based on average insurance rates. That is on top of the fact that union workers typically earn higher pay than unrepresented workers doing the same kind of job: an average of about $10,000 a year, according to a different Bureau of Labor Statistics report on wages. The BLS report on benefits shows union workers also are much more likely to have retirement benefits, employer-paid life insurance, paid sick leave and paid personal leave. The only area where nonunion workers have parity is paid vacation. The BLS report also points out the huge gap in benefits for part-time and low-wage workers, and the large discrepancies in benefits available to workers at large employers compared with small employers. Among part-time workers, only 24 percent have access to health insurance; 39 percent have access to a retirement plan; and 28 percent have paid sick leave. The percentages in those categories for full-time workers range from two to three times bigger. Similarly, low-wage workers are less likely to have benefits than workers with higher salaries. Among workers in the bottom quarter of the wage scale, only 41 percent had access to health insurance; 43 percent had access to a retirement plan; and 35 percent had paid sick leave. In contrast, among workers in the top quarter of wages, 92 percent had access to health insurance, 88 percent had a retirement plan available at work, and 87 percent had paid sick leave. For workers at companies with fewer than 100 employees, 52 percent had access to a retirement plan, compared 84 percent of workers at companies with at least 100 employees. Only 60 percent had access to health insurance, compared 86 percent of workers at companies with at least 100 employees. Fifty-four percent had paid sick leave, compared 78 percent of workers at companies with at least 100 employees. President Obama Reaffirms Support for Working Families Solis, Trumka Also Featured at Milwaukee Labor Day Event President Barack Obama, during a Labor Day address to more than 10,000 union members and their families in Milwaukee, reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to working family issues. Speaking to the Milwaukee Area Labor Council’s annual LaborFest celebration, the president reminded those in attendance that he had spoken at the same event two years ago while campaigning for his current office. During that campaign, “We talked about how for years, the values of hard work and responsibility that had built this country had been given short shrift, and how it was slowly hollowing out our middle class…. We talked about some on Wall Street who were taking reckless risks and cutting corners to turn huge profits while working Americans were fighting harder and harder just to stay afloat. We talked about how the decks all too often were stacked in favor of special interests and against the interests of working Americans.” Obama continued, “And then, two weeks later—two weeks after I spoke here—the bottom fell out of the economy. And the middle-class suddenly found themselves swept up in the worst recession of our lifetimes.” President Obama said that while the problems currently facing working families are nothing new, they are more serious than ever. “And that makes our cause more urgent than ever,” he said. “For generations, it was the great American working class, the great American middle class that made our economy the envy of the world. It’s got to be that way again.” After discussing the state of the economy, how it got there and the tough road ahead all Americans face to get it back on track, the president told those in attendance, “There are two things I want you to know. Number one, I am going to keep fighting every single day, every single hour, every single minute, to turn this economy around and put people back to work and renew that American Dream, not just for your family, not just for all our families, but for future generations. That I can guarantee you. “Number two,” Obama continued, “I believe this with every fiber of my being: America cannot have a strong, growing economy without a strong, growing middle class, and the chance for everybody, no matter how humble their beginnings, to join that middle class—a middle class built on the idea that if you work hard, if you live up to your responsibilities, then you can get ahead; that you can enjoy some of the basic guarantees in life. A good job that pays a good wage, health care that will be there when you get sick, a secure retirement even if you’re not rich, an education that will give your children a better life than we had. “These are simple ideas,” President Obama said. “These are American ideas. These are union ideas. That’s what we’re fighting for.” In addition to discussing working people issues, President Obama used the LaborFest forum to announce his plan for renewing and expanding America’s transportation infrastructure. A massive new job–creating road, rail, runway and air traffic control rebuilding project, the president’s plan would build on the investments already made under the Recovery Act. It is intended to create jobs for American workers to strengthen the economy now, and increase the nation’s growth and productivity in the future. Joining President Obama at the lakefront festivities were AFL- CIO President Richard Trumka, Labor Secretary Hilda Solis, Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood, Labor Council Secretary Sheila Cochran and Wisconsin AFL-CIO President David Newby. “Working women and men in Milwaukee–and all across our country–made America number one in the world,” Trumka told the crowd. “Now it’s time for America to make working people number one. It’s time for jobs, for economic patriotism. “I want to see the words ‘Made in America’ again,” he continued,” because it’s time to start exporting the things we make, instead of jobs!” Recalling excerpts from President Obama’s August speech before the AFL-CIO Executive Council, Trumka said, “Last month, our president reminded AFL-CIO leaders of the famous quote by FDR when he was president: ‘If I were a factory worker,’ FDR said, ‘I would join a union.’ And President Obama said, that goes for all workers today, not just factory workers. “Brothers and sisters, President Obama and Democratic leaders share our vision of an America built on good jobs, and together we’re going to get America back to work,” the federation president said. “It won’t be the bankers. It won’t be the Tea Partiers. It won’t be the Party of no. It’ll be you. It’ll be us. Together.” Turning his attention to the upcoming elections, Trumka told the crowd, “We’ve got 57 days until November 2, and we’re faced with stark choices.” Trumka then posed a series of questions to the audience. “Do you want to go forward with Obama and the Democrats, or backwards to the policies that wrecked our economy? Do you want an America that creates good jobs? Do you want an America where working people earn a fair share of the wealth we create, where our economy works for everyone? An America where we solve problems instead of just saying no? Do you want a country where our children can thrive? A country that honors the best of our past, and takes us toward a future that’s even better? “If you want it, you’re going to have to fight for it – together,” Trumka concluded. “Work together! Stand together! Fight together! And don’t let up, even for a minute! Because when we’re together, there’s nothing we can’t do!” Labor Secretary Solis told the crowd, “Labor Day is a time to acknowledge and honor the men and women that do all of the work that makes America what it is today. And it’s a time to remember all of the hard work done by men and women before us that allowed for an increase in the minimum wage, for expanding overtime laws, for safe workplace rules, and for the opportunity for working people like my union parents to have big dreams for their children.” After declaring that no one works harder, with more creativity and relentless drive than Americans, the labor secretary said that “while we are enjoying barbecues and time with our families this Labor Day, we must also remind ourselves that many families in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and across this country are still facing difficult economic times. “I can tell you that President Obama knows that these aren’t numbers, but that they’re real people, real families and that’s why he’s instructed all of us to do everything we can to get America back to work,” she said. SIU President Addresses MM&P SIU President Michael Sacco (above) was a guest speaker at the 83rd convention of the International Organization of Masters, Mates & Pilots. The conference took place in mid-August in Linthicum Heights, Md. President Sacco stressed the importance of cooperation in the maritime industry, particularly on the legislative front, and also emphasized the significance of this year’s national, state and local elections. Pictured from left to right in the group photo are convention guests MEBA Secretary-Treasurer Bill Van Loo, ILA Asst. General Organizer John Baker, SIU Exec. VP Augie Tellez, SUP President Gunnar Lundeberg, MEBA President Don Keefe, ILA President Richard Hughes, SIU President Sacco and ILA Secretary-Treasurer Robert Gleason. October 2010 Seafarers LOG 5 �61430_LOG_X:61430_LOG 9/24/2010 6:05 PM Page 6 Nico Corbijn NCL America VP Eric Schippers Penn National Gaming VP Delegates and guests convene at the union-affiliated Paul Hall Center for SEATU’s convention. SIU Affiliate Conducts Triennial Convention SEATU Emphasizes Partnership, Grassroots Action The SIU-affiliated Seafarers Entertainment and Allied Trades Union (SEATU) conducted its fifth triennial convention Aug. 23-24 in Piney Point, Md. Delegates approved a number of resolutions designed to map out the union’s strategies for the next three years. They also unanimously reelected President Michael Sacco (who also serves as SIU president), Executive Vice President/Secretary-Treasurer David Heindel, Vice President Augie Tellez and Vice President Tom Orzechowski. The convention’s theme was “The Trusted Partner In Service, Hospitality and Gaming.” Guest speakers included Penn National Gaming Vice President Eric Schippers, NCL America Vice President Nico Corbijn, Union Plus Representative Valerie Cole, Maryland State Senator Roy Dyson, SIU Political Director Terry Turner, and Seafarers Employee Benefit Funds General Counsel Carolyn Gentile. Also addressing the convention were SEATU regional representatives. The event took place at the union-affiliated Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education. Collectively, the speeches and resolutions mainly emphasized two things: grassroots political action, and working cooperatively with SEATU-contracted companies to help ensure the success of all concerned. “SEATU truly lives up to its convention theme,” said President Sacco. “I’m proud to say that we are the trusted Valerie Cole Union Plus Representative partner, and that’s a trust that extends not only throughout our organization, but also between the union and our contracted companies like Penn National Gaming and NCL. We understand that we cannot succeed unless our companies succeed. And in return, I believe that our companies subscribe to the belief that a rising tide should lift all boats.” He added, “That’s why we work together on state gaming initiatives which offer the potential for job growth for SEATU. That’s why the union and our companies treat each other with respect at the bargaining table and at the workplace. That’s why we work together to ensure that our members have all the tools and training they need to get the job done.” Schippers echoed those sentiments when he stated, “Our partnership with SEATU and the professionalism of SEATU people has helped enable us to expand into markets that had been previously difficult to break into.” Similarly, Corbijn said, “The training our SEATU and SIU crews receive is superb and contributes to why customer satisfaction ratings of the Pride of America are among the highest in our fleet.” Near the end of the proceedings, delegates approved resolutions supporting the Obama administration, Union Plus, state gaming initiatives, labor-law reform and legislation aimed at bolstering workplace safety. They also passed statements supporting the new AFL-CIO administration and Terry Turner SIU Political Director Seafarers LOG thanking immediate past AFL-CIO President John Sweeney; encouraging all citizens to “buy union and buy American” goods and services; and strongly emphasizing the importance of political action. Additionally, the delegates adopted resolutions backing the AFL-CIO job-creation plan and supporting the U.S. maritime industry, including the latter’s efforts to thwart piracy. And, they passed a statement in support of our troops. Karen Horton-Gennette SEATU Asst. VP Sworn in as SEATU officers were (left to right) President Michael Sacco, Vice President Tom Orzechowski and Executive Vice President/Secretary-Treasurer David Heindel. Vice President Augie Tellez (center photo above) was called away on business during the convention and was sworn in later. 6 Maryland State Senator Roy Dyson (standing) talks about the economy. Carolyn Gentile Seafarers Employee Benefit Funds General Counsel Paul Hall Center VP Don Nolan welcomes attendees to the Piney Point, Md., campus. October 2010 �61430_LOG_X:61430_LOG 9/24/2010 6:05 PM Page 7 Sealand Intrepid Helps Rescue Boat Captain The Sealand Intrepid was first on the scene and teamed up with U.S. Coast Guard personnel to rescue a fishing boat captain whose vessel sank near Oakland, Calif., on Aug. 25. Sealand Intrepid Master Douglas Fifield said the Intrepid “responded to a distress call from the U.S. Coast Guard to provide aid to the fishing vessel Ana, while on approach to San Francisco in thick fog. The captain of the Ana (later identified as Dennis Fox) abandoned the vessel into a life raft as his vessel sank from unknown causes. The Intrepid was able locate the raft and bring it alongside due to the commendable efforts of all who participated in the rescue. The captain was in good condition and was provided for until the USCG arrived. I commend the officers and crew of the Intrepid for their quick response in the middle of the night and their professional handling of the situation from start to finish.” According to the Coast Guard, which dispatched a motorized lifeboat and a helicopter, the 27-foot fishing boat was a total loss. SIU members sailing aboard the Intrepid during the rescue included Recertified Bosun Mathew Bevak, ABs Tomas Robinson, Nasir Isa, Randy Pasquarella, Kevin White and Lou Cabano, Electrician John Alicea, QMED Gebar Ogbe, GUDE Gerardo Ruiz, Recertified Steward Ronald Fluker, Chief Cook Carmelo Dela Cruz and SA Eusebio Avila. Captain Douglas Fifield (behind the camera) submitted this photo of crew members from the Sealand Intrepid. Pictured from left to right are (front row) 3A/E Douglas Dawes, Eng. Cadet Nicholas Carbonetto, QMED Gebar Ogbe, AB Nasir Isa, Chief Cook Carmelo Dela Cruz, C/M Kyle Hamill, 2/M Jason Edwards, (middle row) 1A/E Anthony Carubba, GUDE Gerardo Ruiz, Recertified Steward Ronald Fluker, AB Lou Cabano, AB Tomas Robinson, 2A/E Randolph Jackson, (back row) AB Randy Pasquarella, AB Kevin White, Recertified Bosun Mathew Bevak, 3/M Nathan Woodward, Deck Cadet Trevor Mays, Electrician John Alicea, and SA Eusebio Avila. Anti-Piracy Petition Surpasses Goal of Half-Million Signatures An online anti-piracy petition supported by the SIU had garnered more than 550,000 signatures as of early September. Those signatures and any additional ones collected before International Maritime Organization World Maritime Day – Sept. 23 – were scheduled to be delivered to IMO secretary-general as this edition of the LOG went to press. The SIU helped develop the petition, with the aim of collecting at least a halfmillion signatures. Overall, the project was spearheaded by the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF), to which the SIU is affiliated. The larger goal is to call global attention to piracy and especially to gain the interest of leaders throughout the world. SIU Secretary-Treasurer David Heindel, who also serves as chair of the ITF Seafarers’ Section, said, “I extend my sincere thanks in particular to all Seafarers and their families who signed the petition. While this is only one step toward continuing the fight to protect mariners around the world, it says a lot when hundreds of thousands of people make an effort to speak out on any issue.” ITF Seafarers’ Section Secretary Jon Whitlow cited the “outstanding efforts by both ITF affiliates and the shipping industry” in supporting the petition. “We hope that this petition will have a significant impact in drawing the world’s attention to the piracy crisis that thousands of seafarers presently are experiencing,” Whitlow said. “The success of the petition demonstrates the strength of feeling that exists on piracy, and the unprecedented industry-wide coalition that has come together on this issue at the ITF’s initiative. Piracy and the petition were discussed at length during the most recent International Transport Workers’ Federation Congress, which took place in Mexico City in August. Among those helping tackle the issue during those meetings were (from left) American Maritime Officers President Tom Bethel, SIU VP Gulf Coast Dean Corgey, Maritime Union of Australia National Secretary Paddy Crumlin and SIU Secretary-Treasurer David Heindel. He pointed out that in addition to submitting the signatures to the IMO, the ITF and other co-sponsors also will write to the head of the United Nations and the chair of the agency’s Security Council “to draw their attention to the petition and the support is has received, and to request that they take appropriate action.” As previously reported, the petition calls on nations to dedicate significant resources and work to find real solutions ‘One Nation’ Rally Slated for D.C. Hundreds of thousands of Americans from across the country will gather Oct. 2 at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C., to demonstrate in support of the One Nation Working Together movement. October 2010 Designed to refocus national priorities on investments in America’s people, this One Nation event will feature human and civil rights leaders, labor officials, environmental and peace activists, faith leaders, to the growing piracy problem. It urges them to take immediate steps to secure the release and safe return of kidnapped seafarers to their families, and also to work within the international community to secure a stable and peaceful future for Somalia and its people. The SIU publicized the petition for several months, both in the LOG and on the union’s official web site and Facebook page. celebrities and sports figures. They will all march together to help put America back to work, pull the country back together and facilitate the refocusing of national priorities so that investments in people come first, according to the event’s organizers. The SIU plans to participate in the rally, as do numerous other unions and the AFL-CIO. Laborers’ Union Executive Board Gives Approval For Reaffiliation With AFL-CIO In mid-August, the Laborers’ International Union of North America (LIUNA) announced its plan to re-affiliate with the AFLCIO, effective Oct. 1. The move follows unanimous approval of the union’s executive board, according to LIUNA General President Terry O’Sullivan. “Now more than ever, working people and our country need a united union movement,” O’Sullivan said. “Despite the historic success of the 2008 federal elections, too much is not getting done on Capitol Hill. A united union movement can better focus Congress – and particularly the U.S. Senate – on helping to lead our nation, rather than being locked in inaction.” LIUNA disaffiliated from the AFL-CIO in June 2006. AFL-CIO Richard Trumka stated, “We are very happy that LIUNA is rejoining the AFL-CIO at a critical moment for working people. Union members, like all working families, have been hard hit by a brutal economy and decades of policies that have undermined the middle class. More than ever, now is the moment for a unified labor movement. And as we rebuild and strengthen the labor movement, we will work together to create good jobs, restore a middle-class economy, and elect leaders who stand with working people. Together, brick by brick, we will build an economy that works for everyone. “LIUNA brings a proud history and dedication to the union movement and we are delighted to welcome them back to the AFL-CIO.” Seafarers LOG 7 �61430_LOG:61430_LOG 9/22/2010 4:46 PM Page 8 Book Captures Storied History of SIU New Publication Available Online and at Union-Affiliated School As previously announced, a new book chronicling SIU history is available online and at the union-affiliated Paul Hall Center in Piney Point, Md. Titled “America’s Seafarers,” the 271-page hardcover book may be ordered through the slop chest at www.seafarers.org or by going directly to www.siustore.com. Copies also are being sold at the Paul Hall Center’s Sea Chest store. The book sells for $14.99. Additional information about “America’s Seafarers” is available on the SIU web site. An introductory article about the book was published in the September edition of the Seafarers LOG. From the beginning, the SIU had a few members aboard Isthmian ships to carry on a small, low-key organizational drive without any special materials other than copies of the Seafarers LOG and regular SIU educational literature – plus their desire to organize. While localized efforts were being made to organize Isthmian, Hall and his staff were setting up the machinery for an all-out operation and were recruiting the necessary forces to carry it to a successful completion. The first step was to call for volunteers from the membership – men to ride Isthmian ships, despite their lower wages and lack of other benefits. These men would infiltrate the fleet as volunteer ship organizers. Because of Isthmian’s worldwide operations, the organizational apparatus had to include a setup at all U.S. coastal ports, plus Puerto Rico and Hawaii. The scope of this drive can be gauged from the fact that the Isthmian fleet in 1945 included 100 vessels, mostly war-built Liberties, Victorys, and C-types, with a few pre-war ships that had survived the bombs and torpedoes. These ships represented more than 3,000 unlicensed jobs. — Excerpt from page 85 of “America’s Seafarers” Published by a union-contracted company in Maryland, “America’s Seafarers” examines SIU history from its founding in 1938 to the present era. SIU Executive VP Augie Tellez (above) describes the book as “a good read” and also points out that authors Ray Denison and Philip Ross are well-qualified to offer the union’s narrative. The photo at left from the book shows Seafarers involved in the Isthmian campaign. A strike tied up ships in most major ports for eight days in 1947. 8 Seafarers LOG October 2010 �61430_LOG_X:61430_LOG 9/24/2010 6:05 PM Page 9 SEAFARERS WELCOME CROWLEY ATB – As reported in the September LOG, Crowley recently christened the articulated tug-barge unit Innovation/650-9 in Mississippi. Pictured at the mid-August event are (from left) SIU Port Agent Jimmy White, Capt. Ken Graybill, Capt. Buddy Davis, Port Engineer Andy Ditullio, AB/Tankerman Travis Stringer, OS/Cook Harvey Owens, Chief Engineer Cle Popperwill, 2nd Mate Larry Soulier, Chief Engineer Jeff McCranie, AB/Tankerman Robert Bergman, Asst. Engineer John Astley, AB/Utility Chester Roberson and Chief Mate Chris Bridges. (This photo also was published in the September LOG, but individual identifications weren’t available at that time.) At Sea And Ashore With The SIU WELCOME ASHORE – AB Thomas Bullen (left) picks up his first pension check at the union hall in Tacoma, Wash., where he is greeted by SIU Safety Director Ryan Palmer. LOADING STORES – In the photos above and at right, two snapshots from the Liberty Promise, Bosun Mark Lance, AB Delroy Brown and UA Joseph Gref help load stores onto the ship. CAMARADERIE ON SS KAUAI – Seafarer Lezlie Vehikite (right) describes the galley gang aboard Matson’s SS Kauai as “a perfect fit.” Pictured from left to right are Chief Steward Jeffrey Badua, Asst. Cook Roberto Firme, Chief Cook Abdulla Baabbad and OBR Vehikite. JOB WELL DONE – Outside the hall in Jacksonville, Fla., SIU Safety Director Ashley Nelson (right) praises newly retired Crowley Chief Mate Chester Stephens (center) for a job well done. Also pictured is Mrs. Nancy Stephens. October 2010 AB GETS A-BOOK – AB Mahmood Monassar (center) recently received his A-seniority book at the hall in Oakland, Calif. Commemorating the occasion with Monassar are SIU Asst. VP Nick Celona (right) and Patrolman Nick Marrone II. CONGRATS IN BALTIMORE – At the SIU hall in Baltimore, Port Agent Elizabeth Brown (left) and Patrolman Chris Mercado (right) congratulate Electrician Prescilo Zuniga on receiving his A-book. ABOARD THE OCEAN CRESCENT – One of the newest additions to the SIU-contracted fleet is the heavy lift ship Ocean Crescent, an Intermarine LLC vessel operated by Pacific-Gulf Marine. Pictured on the ship during a recent stop in Houston are AB Edgar Elegino, AB Melvin Hill, QEE David Brewster, GUDE Nicholas McAbier, ACU Paula Hopson and Chief Steward Obencio Espinoza. Seafarers LOG 9 �61430_LOG:61430_LOG 9/22/2010 6:03 PM Page 10 Letters to The Editor Upon returning home from overseas, he decided to pursue a master’s degree in public health. He graduated May 16, 2010, with a master’s from Boston University and received notice that he has been awarded the J. William Fulbright Scholarship. He will be leaving again for Mongolia on Sept. 28, 2010. SIU Scholarship Helps Lead To Academic Achievements We would like to take this opportunity to thank the Seafarers International Union for the scholarship that our son John received the first year he was in college (2000). It was greatly appreciated. John graduated from Boston University in 2004 with a degree in political science and international relations. Upon graduation he went into the Peace Corps for two years in the country of Mongolia. After finishing with the Peace Corps he went to Thailand, where he taught school for year. Letters may be edited for conciseness and clarity. Submissions may be mailed to 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746 or emailed to webmaster@seafarers.org. Earl and Becky Macom Morrill, Maine (Earl is a retired deck-department Seafarer) MV Freedom Mariners Fondly Remember Fallen Shipmate John Macom is pictured at graduation day earlier this year at Boston University. His SIU scholarship helped launch a successful academic journey. On Aug. 29 aboard the MV Freedom, we regret to inform that our Chief Engineer Glenn Benson passed away. He was a great friend, outstanding engineer and an awesome shipmate. He is terribly missed. The crew put together a nice passage to remember him by. We pass it to you to hopefully share with his friends and family. Riccardo G. Giannone, Chief Officer Aboard the MV Freedom SIU-Crewed Ship Assists in Gulf Cleanup AB Jon Weaver submitted three of the four photos included in this layout showing the shuttle tanker Overseas Cascade, which has been deployed for months in the Deepwater Horizon cleanup operation in the Gulf of Mexico. (The image of the docked ship is a file photo from early in the year.) Weaver pointed out that when the photos were taken this summer, the tanker was moored to the drill ship Discoverer Enterprise. A hose was led and attached to the To The Benson Family And Friends Through your provisions, in my life that was manifested it was good. Well done my faithful servant, on a journey and mission for the King, At last I’ve arrived, Jesus said, in my Father’s house, there are many mansions If it wasn’t so I wouldn’t have told you, I’d have gone to prepare a place for you. My fellow brothers and sisters listen and listen well, because our time here on Earth is yet a little while, but our mission to seek the Lord Jesus Christ should be with our whole hearts, to do His will as our Brother Glenn has done. To the family of our Chief Engineer Glenn Benson, whom we will all love and miss dearly, we send our deepest sympathy. He has left a trail of beautiful memories, but in God’s eyes it’s a beautiful homecoming. His mission is accomplished. Blue skies, fair winds and following seas. May God bless you. Active in Oakland, Calif. Overseas Cascade from the other vessel, and oil was pumped into the SIU-crewed ship. “It was hot out there,” recalled Weaver, a union member for more than 20 years. “There were flames and flares burning from the other ship, and we were loading in between these rigs that also had their flares out. The air had to be monitored by professionals that stayed on the ship.” The Overseas Cascade is operated by Overseas Shipholding Group. SIU officials VP West Coast Nick Marrone (center in photo above) and Asst. VP Nick Celona (left) in mid-August participated in an event supporting the gubernatorial candidacy of California Attorney General Jerry Brown (second from left). Also pictured at the event are Sailors’ Union of the Pacific President Gunnar Lundeberg (second from right) and San Francisco Bar Pilots President Captain Peter McIsaac. In photo at left, Patrolman Nick Marrone II (right) congratulates Seafarer Reylan Tendido on receiving his full B-book in August. SIU Asst. VP Nick Celona (right in photo below) congratulates The Honorable Ernest Goldsmith on his recent election as a California Superior Court Judge. Goldsmith’s candidacy strongly was supported by organized labor; Celona voluntarily served as campaign manager. 10 Seafarers LOG October 2010 �61430_LOG_X:61430_LOG 9/24/2010 6:05 PM Page 11 The Ed Woods Story - A Teenager in World War II Editor’s note: This is the second installment in an occasional series written by Edward T. Woods, a U.S. Merchant Marine veteran of World War II . Parts of the story also have been published in editions of the American Merchant Marine Veterans North Atlantic Chapter newsletter. Woods sailed in the engine and steward departments. He turned 83 earlier this year. The first part of his story was published in the September 2010 edition of the LOG. That installment recapped Woods’ indoctrination as a seaman recruit in Sheepshead Bay, N.Y., at age 16, as well as his first voyage, aboard the S/S Horseshoe. This segment picks up during his second trip, aboard the S/S Brandy Station, docked in Morocco. Before going ashore, I was warned about drinking the local water. It was suggested that if I were thirsty while in Casablanca to drink the local red wine that was available in many of the shops and very inexpensive. To carry wine back to the ship cost fifty francs ($1.00 USA) for the wine and an additional hundred francs ($2.00 USA) for an empty glass bottle. When empty the bottle could be carried back ashore and refilled. I was cautioned about going ashore alone as some of the local Moroccan kids would not hesitate to attack and rob non-natives. An electrician off a nearby American ship had been found unconscious in an alley with a serious head injury and his ring finger cut off. There was an old native quarter called the Medina and it was off limits to all but the French sailors, many of whom were married to local Moroccan women. In addition to their own Arabic and Berber languages, the natives spoke French, as Morocco was still a French possession in 1944. The street kids could talk in whatever language you addressed them in – English, Spanish, German, French and, of course, Berber and Arabic. Many of the cafés had changed their names to Rick’s Café American or just Rick’s Bar, hoping to attract Americans who had seen and enjoyed the now-famous motion picture Casablanca. There would be hand-painted signs on display over the doorways: Humphrey Bogart Drank Here. It was difficult to believe or imagine that a major war was in progress on the nearby European Continent. The local wine did not appeal to all of us. The dregs filled up a quarter of the bottle, giving the wine a bitter taste. While ashore with a buddy, I would try to find an alternate drink. We came across a building housing an American Red Cross rest station. As we entered the premises, we saw an enormous Lister Bag (a canvas bag to hold water and chemicals to purify the water) tied to a pole in the shade of a palm tree. The water looked inviting and cool and we drank some. We were disappointed to find that the water had been disinfected and tasted and smelled of chlorine. One would need to be dying of thirst to drink it in any quantities. There were two very attractive young ladies dressed in Red Cross uniforms and an American Army sergeant noticed us admiring them. He came over to us and, to our surprise, said he could arrange for us to date one of the ladies for a price. I found his offer hard to believe, declined the invitation and left the area. I have never before or since heard anything unfavorable about female Red Cross Workers. In the streets and alleys of Casablanca there was a black market and a considerable demand for American white bed sheets and pillowcases that were used as clothing by the natives. White sheets, new or used, sold for over five thousand francs ($100.00 USA). The francs had to be from the Bank of Morocco or the Bank of Algiers. France was occupied by the Germans and paper money from the Bank of France had no value and was not legal tender. The local franc notes could be taken to the U.S. Army Post Office and exchanged for U.S. money orders and no questions asked. Later, in other occupied countries, I had to show a pay book or its equivalent to purchase U.S. money orders. This latter ruling curtailed many of the black market activities. Our chief steward had our ship’s sheets and pillowcases stamped in large bold letters: “PROPERTY of the S/S Brandy Station,” in the hope it would stop the ship’s linen from disappearing. Shortly after, we saw natives dressed in their newly purchased sheets, walking about on the pier with the PROPERTY of the S/S Brandy Station imprint clearly visible on their backs. It was obvious they didn’t October 2010 to turn upside down in the water and, most have any idea what the printing said. probably, drown. The engineer thought he had From Casablanca, our ship moved to Fedala, now renamed Mohammedia, a port 18 taken every precaution while donning the suit miles north of Casablanca. There had been and was surprised when he found himself some sort of unrest in the city and while there, upside down in the water. Fortunately, he was we were not allowed to go ashore the first few able to locate a knife in his survival gear and days. To occupy us, the captain held lifeboat cut the suit open to break free. I heard a number of similar unfavorable reports about these and fire drills. suits but it was understood that if I took to the The chief steward had seen the ship’s bosun trading a sheet to a native on the pier in cold waters of the North Atlantic without any protection, death was only minutes away. The Casablanca for a bottle of whiskey. He reported the act to the captain, who reprimanded the rubber survival suit offered a little bit more bosun with a heavy fine. The bosun was a time, maybe just enough to climb into a nearrecently discharged U.S. Marine sergeant who by lifeboat or to be picked up by a friendly had been wounded at Guadalcanal. He was a ship. big, powerful man and during the boat drill, Curacao and its island neighbor Aruba were bases for huge oil refineries. The crude he happened to pass the steward on the boat oil was transported to them on lighters (small deck and took his revenge. He grabbed the steward by the collar and punched him in both barges) from ports in Venezuela. A nearby third island, Bonaire, had not been developed eyes. The steward had to be taken ashore to a at that time. The section of Curacao that I saw local hospital for treatment. consisted of numerous cheap bars and cheap The captain had the bosun removed from the ship and he was sent home to the States women. Other parts of the island had been by plane. The steward had two enormous settled by Dutch farmers and in 1944 were off black eyes for weeks after the incident. limits to us, as was an enclosed guarded comWe left port and that evening joined a con- pound where the officers of the oil companies lived. In addition to English, Spanish and voy heading back to Norfolk, Va. It was Dutch, the locals spoke a mixture of the three apparent that German U-boats were active languages called Papiamento. The street around us as our escorts were kept busy chaswomen would solicit customers by calling ing sonar and radar readings. I would see and out, “Beachy, beachy, five dollar,” in broken hear the destroyers racing through the convoy blowing their sirens, horns and whistles. English. This meant that they would escort During daylight, it was scary but bearable. At you to a nearby beach for fun and games. night though, in the darkness, I would lie These women were not native to the island awake long after the escorts had quieted but commuted back and forth from Venezuela. Other than cold beer down. With our tanks and very loose full of high-octane gas women, the island had or its fumes, I knew little to offer and I was what would happen if pleased that we filled we got hit by a torpeour cargo tanks and do. Our ship did not were out of the port in have radar or any three days. other detection From there we devices. Our officers expected to go north relied on their navigato a port in the States. tional skills; sextants, However, a few hours charts, chronometers and good old dead out of Curacao I reckoning to move us learned our next port about. Neither of the of call was to be two ships I sailed on Colon, Panama, the during the war had entrance city to the radar. In fact, no one I strategic canal. I knew aboard ship had arrived there on ever heard of radar, Thanksgiving Day and within a few hours I only that some ships was in transit through had a “magic box” that the famous canal. A allowed one to see in detachment of U.S. the dark. On November 14, Ed Woods is pictured aboard ship in Marines came aboard to stand guard against 1944 at Longitude 60 Panama in January 1945. any sabotage. An degrees 43” W. armed Marine stood Latitude 33 degrees next to our helmsman with orders to shoot to 13” N. our ship’s destination orders were kill if an order from the Canal Pilot was not changed. We were detached from the convoy and ordered to proceed to Curacao, one of the carried out promptly. I tried to stay on deck as Netherlands Antilles ABC islands (Aruba, much as possible to view and admire the Big Bonaire, Curacao), off the coast of Venezuela Ditch, as the canal was once called. Going to take on cargo. My copy of the Armed through the gigantic locks was something that Guard report for the following day, November I had never expected to experience and I was enjoying every minute of it. Wagers were 15, 1944 states: “Sighted a disturbance in the water, thought to be wake of submarine nearly made regarding the general direction the ship was taking while going through the canal. The awash. Range approximately 6 to 7 miles... Location: 61 degree 02-W, 29 degrees 39- N.” answer was southeast as Balboa on the Pacific Ocean is farther east than Colon on the I remember this incident because just about everybody on deck claimed to have Atlantic Ocean. seen a submarine. It could have been either an That evening we arrived in Balboa on the American or a German submarine, as U-boats Pacific side of the canal and tied up to a pier. were known to be in the area. In fact, when I We stayed in Balboa for six days doing maintenance work in preparation for the crossing arrived in Curacao and walked along the of the Pacific Ocean. We also took on deck beach I saw a torpedo half-buried in the sand cargo: barrels of special lubrication oil and a few feet above the shoreline. The torpedo had obviously been fired at a ship, missed and spare parts for both ships and planes. The steward was told to order supplies to last a continued on until it beached itself. I recall red flags and other warning signs in its viciniminimum of four months and when the supty. Obviously, it had not been disarmed. plies came aboard, it entailed stowing cases of My ship’s engineering officers, who had food and other sundries in any locker or storsailed together for many years, had been torage bin with empty space. I enjoyed this first visit to Panama. It had pedoed in this area the previous year. Their more to offer than Curacao and Casablanca. I ship, a tanker, was set on fire and sunk. Most was free to go wherever I pleased. I toured the of the crew were able to abandon ship and area where Captain Morgan, the infamous were later picked up by an American destroypirate, had sacked Panama. I saw the famous er. Our second engineer, a big heavyset man, told us that when he abandoned ship he took Church of the Golden Altar that had been the time to put on a seamless rubber suit painted black just before Morgan raided the before jumping in to the water. The suit had town to fool him into believing that it was not been recommended for use in survival classes. made of gold. He fell for the ruse and the Except for the face, the suit completely covgolden altar still stands today. I went to my first horse racing track with ered one’s body. It kept the wearer dry and an older shipmate who explained the workoffered extra protection against the cold water but, and very importantly, it had to be careful- ings of odds and betting. The odds were posted in chalk in large numbers on a slate board ly put on. While donning in the suit, you had to keep bending down to push the air out of across the track facing the grandstand. Every the bottom and away from the feet. Air few minutes, kids would dash across the track trapped in the lower sections would cause you to deliver the latest odds for posting. Electrical pari-mutuel was in the far future. Panama had everything to offer except home and family. It had good Italian and Chinese restaurants, ice cream parlors and stateside beer and liquor. The Canal Zone (CZ) area was off limits to the natives except for those Panamanians who worked there. There was a large number of American workers living and working in the Canal Zone. They had all the comforts of any stateside home: first run movie houses, commissaries, government operated stores (PXs) and, most important, a complete sterile and safe environment. In contrast, on the other side of July Fourth Avenue, the dividing line between the Canal Zone and Panama City, the streets were dirty and unkempt. Along the main street, Central Avenue, there were, as in all seaports, numerous bars and cheap cafes. Each bar had female hostesses, called Blue Moon girls. I found out what a Blue Moon girl was the hard way. My friend Vinnie and I went into a somewhat respectable café and ordered two beers. In a few minutes, an attractive young girl came out from the rear of the shop and greeted us in Spanish. I foolishly answered in Spanish to show that I understood her. I couldn’t believe my good fortune. Only in town a few minutes and already, a beautiful girl was attracted to me. She asked us to buy her a drink. We agreed and the bartender served her what appeared to be a whiskey glass full of a dark colored liquid. He then told us that it would cost us one dollar, an unheard of sum at the time. A bottle of good American beer in the same bar cost about forty cents. When we protested and questioned this outrageous price, the bartender explained that the hostess was a Blue Moon girl and the drink was nonalcoholic. It was her compensation for being a hostess and with that, he handed her a chip that she put in her pocket. It was her share of the proceeds she would exchange for cash at the end of her shift. (Vinnie’s full name was Vincent McCarvill. He was a few months younger than me, having turned 16 shortly before we enlisted in the Maritime Service in May 1944. We were close buddies and had attended the same grade school and lived next door to each other for many years. We were mates on our first two ships.) The American military services had the authority to inspect all bars and restaurants for any violations of the sanitary code. If it were found that an establishment did not meet the customary sanitary standards, a sign would be posted in big letters outside of the store stating that the premises were off limits to all Allied personnel. An armed military guard would be posted at the entrance to enforce the ruling. This effectively would put the establishment out of business, as their only customers were Allied personnel. Overall, I liked Panama and I was to get to know it better and to explore a little of the interior as it became my ship’s home port for the next 12 months. In between, I made four crossings of the Pacific Ocean to various islands. My ship sailed unescorted out of Panama on November 23, 1944 and within a few days we were south of the Galapagos Islands where we experienced engine trouble and came to a complete stop. Extra lookouts were posted immediately while some of the off duty crew decided to do some fishing. I don’t recall if any fish were caught but I do remember seeing many porpoises swimming about the ship. In a short time, however, they disappeared and I heard someone shout, “Sharks!” I looked over the side and saw a number of sharks’ dorsal fins darting back and forth in the water. A member of the crew decided it would be a good idea to try to catch one. It took a number of attempts to get the monster fish aboard but finally we had an enormous shark thrashing about on our poop deck (aft deck). A number of tries were made to kill it without success until the head cook cut it open with his carving knife. I was surprised at the amount of sea life that poured out of its stomach: shells, fish, seaweed, etc. The deck was full of shark’s blood as the captain unexpectedly appeared and called out “Are you all crazy?” The shark’s blood was running off the deck into the water and the sharks below were in a frenzy. The captain reminded us in a very loud commanding voice what would happen if any of us slipped on this bloody mess on deck and fell overboard. He then ordered all of us to leave the area and told the bosun to hose down the deck. Thus ended my first experience with a shark. It would not be my last. Seafarers LOG 11 �61430_LOG_X:61430_LOG 9/24/2010 6:05 PM Page 12 Among this year’s participants from the SIU are (from left) Reynaldo Agbulos, Willy Smith, Joe Vincenzo, Robert Ruiz, Raul Molina, Brian Goeson, Ben Anderson and Billie Born. Tacoma Tradition: The particulars of the work itself vary from year to year, but some things don’t change when it comes to the SIU’s participation in the annual Paint Tacoma-Pierce Beautiful project. For one, the union always has a strong showing, and 2010 was no different as 20 Seafarers, SIU employees and family members gave their time. Also, despite the long hours involved in beautifying homes for those unable to do it themselves, members invariably find it worthwhile. That, too, proved to be the case this summer as the SIU contingent repaired and painted the Tacoma, Wash., home of 92-year-old Betty Bellandi. This is the fourth straight year the SIU has volunteered for Paint Tacoma. It was the second time AB Ray Nowak participated, and he came away enthused. “It’s a pleasure to give back to the community and spread good will,” said Nowak, 53. “I enjoy working with other members of the union where we can help people, especially those who can’t do it anymore. That’s what it’s all about. I feel privileged and glad to participate. This particular lady (the homeowner) – she was born in this same house. She was very grateful for the help and we were very happy to be there.” For Wiper Brian Goeson, 26, it was a new experience. “It was pretty interesting,” he said. “I’ve never done anything like that before. It was fun and nice to do something for somebody. I just did it to volunteer. I would do it again.” The director of Paint Tacoma, Sallie Shawl, praised the SIU group and also offered an insightful comment about not just the Seafarers-specific project but the many dozens of others that comprise the overall program. Oiler Randy Wurr 12 Seafarers LOG Seafarers Give Back to Co During Annual Philanthrop “A project like ours is not a quick, go out for four hours on a Saturday and you’re done with it,” she explained. “This is a commitment that takes multiple days.” As for the SIU, Shawl stated, “I’m so thankful to have a union crew, consistently for the last four years. It feels really important to me to have as many people from organized labor as possible, not only to balance the business crews but for the community to see that our working trade unions are giving back to the community. I’m from a union town, San Francisco, so union shops and union printers are important to me…. The Seafarers this year did incredible repairs on replacing some rotten siding in addition to painting, and they also did some carpentry.” SIU Tacoma Port Agent Joe Vincenzo called the rank-and-file membership’s yearly response to Paint Tacoma “remarkable, from A-seniority recertified bosuns and stewards to B- and C-seniority, entry-level SAs and DEUs. Each year, Seafarers commit between 250 to 350 man hours of their time, pressure washing, scraping, priming, caulking and painting. This year we even replaced bundles of cedar shakes and some wood trim around the exterior windows that were all but rotted. It takes some planning and effort to get out there and do the work. But once you are on site and the team is in place with brush or scraper in hand, things always seem to come together seamlessly and the work gets done.” Vincenzo added, “It’s one thing to see shipmates on the deck plates chipping and painting or tying up a ship as a unit. It’s entirely another to see the same shipmates off ship, on their own time and dime, pulling together on some one else’s behalf. The good will that something like this creates is invaluable. I want Port Agent Joe Vincenzo credits all Seafarers who participate in Paint Tacoma. FOWT Willy Smith to personally thank all our rank-and-fil program.” This year’s Paint Tacoma SIU crew cer administrator Brenda Flesner, Safet Matt Hays, Robert Ruiz, Billie Born, Agbulos, Jason Babbitt, Randy Wurr Alghazali, Mohamed Ahmed and Joe Lata’s son, Jadrick, and daughter, Meri According to Associated Ministries, Tacoma, the project’s roots date to 198 ing for a morale-boosting project for th senior whose home desperately needed Tacoma if they would buy the paint, an wanted to paint too, not just put money time doing it that they painted two hom enough people joined them to boost the tory.” In an online description of the mode notes, “Homes belonging to low-incom receive both minor repairs and fresh co unteer paint crews from churches, serv ment offices. Eighty-two homes were p Anniversary Year – by more than 1,600 homes painted since 1985 is 1,902.” Raul Molina, friend of the SIU October 2010 �61430_LOG_X:61430_LOG 9/24/2010 6:05 PM Page 13 Clockwise beginning with photo at immediate left, Seafarers (from left) Ben Anderson, Reynaldo Agbulos and Matt Hays are ready to tackle the day’s tasks. Prior to commencing the massive project, Seafarers put out a tarp on the grounds surrounding the residence to prevent damage to shrubbery and other outdoor items.This year’s effort for the SIU team included replacing some siding and window trim in addition to painting, pressure washing and more. to Community nthropic Project all our rank-and-file members who continue to support this t Tacoma SIU crew included Nowak, Goeson, Vincenzo, offirenda Flesner, Safety Director Ryan Palmer and Seafarers t Ruiz, Billie Born, Willy Smith, Ben Anderson, Reynaldo bbitt, Randy Wurr, Rizalito Frigillana, Mohamed ed Ahmed and Joey Lata. Also joining the group were and daughter, Merillei, and Smith’s friend Raul Molina. sociated Ministries, the organization that administers Paint ’s roots date to 1985, when some city employees “were lookosting project for the summer when they found a low-income desperately needed paint. They asked the Exchange Club of uld buy the paint, and the club agreed on one condition: they , not just put money toward the effort. They had such a good ey painted two homes the next summer; by the fourth year, ed them to boost the number to 14 homes, and the rest is his- cription of the modern-day program, Associated Ministries nging to low-income senior and disabled homeowners repairs and fresh coats of paint. All the work is done by volrom churches, service clubs, businesses, unions, and governy-two homes were painted this past summer – our 25th by more than 1,600 volunteers. The grand total number of e 1985 is 1,902.” nd of the SIU Chief Cook Joey Lata was happy to contribute his time to the project as were his son Jadrick, and daughter Merillei (photos at immediate right). Wiper Brian Goeson says of the project, “It was fun and nice to do something for somebody.” October 2010 GUDE Mohamed Alghazali Pressure washing, scraping, priming, caulking and painting all were part of this year’s job. Seafarers LOG 13 �61430_LOG:61430_LOG 14 9/22/2010 4:47 PM Seafarers LOG Page 14 October 2010 �61430_LOG:61430_LOG 9/22/2010 4:47 PM Page 15 Dispatchers’ Report for Deep Sea SHBP Reminders As reported in recent editions of the LOG and at membership meetings, the Seafarers Health and Benefits Plan (SHBP) Trustees have been evaluating the requirements of the new Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. As a result, the SHBP will implement several noteworthy changes effective Jan. 1, 2011. The changes will include the following: ■ For eligible participants, the SHBP will offer coverage to their children up to age 26, regardless of whether the child is in school. The child does not have to live with the eligible Seafarer or be a dependent of him or her in order to be eligible for health coverage. Also, coverage will be offered even if the eligible Seafarer’s child is married. ■ The SHBP will not exclude coverage for a medical condition that an eligible Seafarer’s child had before the child was covered by the SHBP. ■ The SHBP will eliminate lifetime limits on essential benefits. In other recent news from the SHBP, a new CIGNA out-of-network savings program took effect Sept. 1, 2010. This program potentially may result in significant monetary savings for eligible Seafarers. It does not involve any new or additional paperwork, nor does it change the method for filing claims. Claims will be submitted for reimbursement as usual. Discounts that may apply are automatically calculated. The explanation of benefits that Seafarers receive will show any discount that was applied and the reduction in the participant’s share for the covered service. In a related move, the SHBP in mid-August mailed new ID cards to eligible, non-Medicare participants who are covered by the Seafarers Health and Benefits Plan. SHBP Administrator Maggie Bowen last month reported that the new CIGNA cards are issued in the member’s name because they are the covered participant under the Plan. She further pointed out that SIU pensioners on Medicare are not eligible for the out-of-network program and did not receive a new CIGNA card but should have received a new SHBP (gray) card for their use. If they still have a covered dependent or spouse that is not on Medicare, the dependent should have received a new CIGNA card. Moreover, as noted in the administrator’s September report to the membership, Seafarers with addresses in Guam or foreign countries should not have been sent new cards, as the new program only applies to services performed in the continental United States and Alaska. For members with Puerto Rico addresses, there will be future changes regarding CIGNA coverage, and the SHBP will provide updates as soon as they become available. (Members in Puerto Rico have not yet received new cards.) The Seafarers Health and Benefits Plan will be mailing detailed information to eligible participants later this year. Updates also will be posted on the SIU web site: www.seafarers.org. Members may direct questions to the SHBP at 1-800-252-4674. CIVMAR Notice In August 2009, the Seafarers International Union and the Military Sealift Fleet Support Command were engaged in negotiations concerning disciplinary actions under CMPI 750. The parties were unable to reach an agreement and the MSFSC implemented a new version of CMPI 750 prior to the completion of negotiations. The union then filed an unfair labor practice with the Federal Labor Relations Authority. The parties have reviewed their respective positions and in the spirit of partnership, both the Seafarers International Union and the Military Sealift Fleet Support Command have agreed to resume negotiations for Civilian Marine Personnel Instruction 750. Negotiations were scheduled to resume in September 2010. October & November 2010 Membership Meetings Piney Point...............................Monday: October 4, November 8 Algonac .....................................Friday: October 8, November 12 Baltimore................Thursday: October 7, *Friday: November 12 Guam....................Thursday: October 21, *Friday: November 26 Honolulu .................................Friday: October 15, November 19 Houston................*Tuesday: October 12, Monday: November 15 Jacksonville............Thursday: October 7, *Friday: November 12 Joliet....................................Thursday: October 14, November 18 Mobile..............................Wednesday: October 13, November 17 New Orleans..............................Tuesday: October 12, November 16 New York..................................Tuesday: October 5, November 9 Norfolk...................Thursday: October 7, *Friday: November 12 Oakland ...............................Thursday: October 14, November 18 Philadelphia........................Wednesday: October 6, November 10 Port Everglades ...................Thursday: October 14, November 18 San Juan..................Thursday: October 7, *Friday: November 12 St. Louis ...................................Friday: October 15, November 19 Tacoma.....................................Friday: October 22, November 26 Wilmington.................................Monday: October 18, November 22 * Houston change created by Columbus Day holiday; * Baltimore, Jacksonville, Norfolk and San Juan changes created by Veterans Day Holiday; * Guam change is due to Thanksgiving. Each port’s meeting starts at 10:30 a.m. October 2010 August 16, 2010 – September 15, 2010 Port Total Registered All Groups A B C Algonac Anchorage Baltimore Fort Lauderdale Guam Honolulu Houston Jacksonville Joliet Mobile New Orleans New York Norfolk Oakland Philadelphia Piney Point Puerto Rico Seattle St. Louis Wilmington TOTALS 15 2 10 14 6 5 57 36 4 9 9 31 28 27 15 1 6 32 2 26 335 10 5 6 15 10 8 26 27 6 7 9 29 33 10 12 8 10 21 6 17 275 Algonac Anchorage Baltimore Fort Lauderdale Guam Honolulu Houston Jacksonville Joliet Mobile New Orleans New York Norfolk Oakland Philadelphia Piney Point Puerto Rico Seattle St. Louis Wilmington TOTALS 1 1 5 11 4 8 18 25 2 3 9 17 8 8 9 3 5 14 1 8 160 4 2 6 6 3 4 7 28 2 3 3 10 17 10 7 2 4 13 2 11 144 Algonac Anchorage Baltimore Fort Lauderdale Guam Honolulu Houston Jacksonville Joliet Mobile New Orleans New York Norfolk Oakland Philadelphia Piney Point Puerto Rico Seattle St. Louis Wilmington TOTALS 2 0 8 10 3 12 20 17 1 1 6 23 11 17 5 4 2 19 0 23 184 1 0 3 7 2 4 8 7 1 1 0 3 15 5 0 2 1 5 1 5 71 Algonac Anchorage Baltimore Fort Lauderdale Guam Honolulu Houston Jacksonville Joliet Mobile New Orleans New York Norfolk Oakland Philadelphia Piney Point Puerto Rico Seattle St. Louis Wilmington TOTALS 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 5 1 0 0 6 0 2 0 0 0 6 0 3 25 12 2 5 5 1 4 15 21 1 4 3 17 12 14 0 6 1 8 2 11 144 GRAND TOTAL: 704 634 Total Shipped All Groups A B C Deck Department 2 13 6 1 0 1 1 1 2 2 23 7 0 3 2 1 4 3 5 45 21 3 20 7 1 6 4 0 10 3 0 14 5 7 36 11 5 19 15 1 21 6 2 9 7 4 1 4 1 7 4 1 24 22 0 1 3 1 28 22 155 38 285 Engine Department 0 4 2 0 0 1 0 8 1 1 9 3 0 2 0 0 10 1 0 15 12 0 15 14 0 1 2 0 3 2 2 5 1 3 15 9 0 8 12 2 7 5 0 4 4 0 3 1 0 3 6 0 12 10 0 0 1 1 6 11 9 130 98 Steward Department 0 2 2 0 0 0 1 0 4 1 8 3 0 2 1 2 6 0 0 15 6 1 11 3 0 1 2 0 5 2 0 5 2 0 18 1 1 11 8 1 18 4 2 0 1 0 4 1 1 2 0 3 14 6 0 2 0 0 15 2 12 143 45 Entry Department 14 1 6 0 0 0 0 0 2 8 0 5 2 0 2 1 5 3 4 1 7 5 0 7 1 1 1 2 1 3 3 1 3 8 1 22 20 0 10 8 2 7 2 0 1 27 0 6 0 0 0 1 0 10 0 0 3 4 3 10 110 16 108 169 574 406 Trip Reliefs Registered on Beach All Groups A B C 2 1 2 0 2 0 1 2 1 0 0 2 4 0 2 3 1 3 0 2 28 1 0 1 8 0 3 18 8 0 1 1 12 1 6 5 1 4 11 0 13 94 20 2 12 22 6 12 95 47 1 17 14 94 32 41 11 1 10 67 3 54 561 17 5 11 24 7 17 39 42 2 11 13 41 41 22 8 4 19 38 6 39 406 1 0 0 2 0 2 6 6 1 1 3 9 9 2 0 0 2 1 2 7 54 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 2 0 0 2 4 0 1 7 7 0 0 2 2 2 2 1 0 2 8 0 3 43 3 1 7 17 5 12 26 31 4 13 14 26 15 22 6 3 6 26 3 17 257 8 1 13 13 3 9 21 29 2 5 8 27 32 16 6 4 13 24 5 30 269 1 0 1 1 0 2 0 2 1 1 2 4 1 3 0 0 0 1 1 5 26 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 1 0 0 5 0 0 4 4 0 3 4 4 0 1 3 1 3 6 1 1 1 8 1 12 57 3 0 7 15 2 20 45 30 1 9 10 37 14 28 5 1 3 32 1 61 324 2 0 3 10 3 3 16 13 2 4 1 10 18 5 1 2 3 6 2 7 111 0 0 0 2 1 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 0 1 2 0 1 12 4 0 1 1 2 1 0 2 0 1 0 1 5 1 1 22 1 0 0 4 47 1 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 1 0 2 0 0 0 2 0 1 0 7 16 3 0 0 0 1 6 7 7 0 1 0 16 1 3 0 0 0 13 0 6 64 16 3 4 13 1 5 31 46 2 9 5 66 32 25 0 1 4 20 0 26 309 12 2 4 21 0 2 13 10 1 4 7 26 39 12 2 4 0 4 0 24 187 82 210 1,206 1,095 Seafarers LOG 279 15 �61430_LOG:61430_LOG 9/22/2010 4:47 PM Page 16 Seafarers International Union Directory Michael Sacco, President Augustin Tellez, Executive Vice President David Heindel, Secretary-Treasurer George Tricker, Vice President Contracts Tom Orzechowski, Vice President Lakes and Inland Waters Dean Corgey, Vice President Gulf Coast Nicholas J. Marrone, Vice President West Coast Joseph T. Soresi, Vice President Atlantic Coast Kermett Mangram, Vice President Government Services HEADQUARTERS 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746 (301) 899-0675 ALGONAC 520 St. Clair River Dr., Algonac, MI 48001 (810) 794-4988 ANCHORAGE 721 Sesame St., #1C, Anchorage, AK 99503 (907) 561-4988 Editor’s note: This month’s question was answered by Seafarers in Piney Point, Md. What are some of the things you like about your profession? Martin Simmons AB I enjoy the free traveling and seeing the world myself, and not through major news networks. I enjoy the opportunity to advance in the trade by upgrading at Piney Point. And I mostly enjoy my time off by being able to spend time with friends and family. Inquiring Seafarer son and given me a better outlook on life. There is more than one city, one state or one country out there, and there are a lot of opportunities that you can reach that the average person who’s not a seaman doesn’t get to see. local cuisine, take some pictures and bring some local money home to my son, Mitch. On the way to those new lands I get to bake tantalizing pastries and cook mouth-watering meals! That’s just the icing on the cake . BALTIMORE 2315 Essex St., Baltimore, MD 21224 (410) 327-4900 GUAM P.O. Box 3328, Hagatna, Guam 96932 Cliffline Office Ctr. Bldg., Suite 103B 422 West O’Brien Dr., Hagatna, Guam 96910 (671) 477-1350 HONOLULU 606 Kalihi St., Honolulu, HI 96819 (808) 845-5222 HOUSTON 1221 Pierce St., Houston, TX 77002 (713) 659-5152 JACKSONVILLE 5100 Belfort Rd., Jacksonville, FL 32256 (904) 281-2622 JOLIET 10 East Clinton St., Joliet, IL 60432 (815) 723-8002 MOBILE 1640 Dauphin Island Pkwy, Mobile, AL 36605 (251) 478-0916 NEW ORLEANS 3911 Lapalco Blvd., Harvey, LA 70058 (504) 328-7545 NEW YORK 635 Fourth Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11232 (718) 499-6600 Government Services Division: (718) 499-6600 NORFOLK 115 Third St., Norfolk, VA 23510 (757) 622-1892 OAKLAND 1121 7th St., Oakland, CA 94607 (510) 444-2360 Kelvin Fussell AB I like the long time off, long vacations. I like having a pension plan and good pay. I like seeing the world, seeing new things and meeting new people from different places. I’ve learned more about the world than I would have without a career like this, and that’s made me a better per- Brian K. Corp Chief Cook The thing I like most about my job is the travel. I love to visit new countries and mingle with the natives, eat the Pic-From-The-Past Eileen Mendiola Chief Cook Since I came into the SIU through the trainee program in 2007, I have chosen my career path in the steward department, which I have grown to love. After upgrading in several areas of training I have decided this is my calling. I enjoy going to sea and accepting the many challenges – the experience, traveling to different countries, enjoying and learning the different cultures of others. Without the benefits of the SIU none of these things would have been possible. is the most different thing I’ve ever done. I entered this profession in my early 40s, coming mainly from a work experience of customer service jobs. I had no maritime skills and was greener than green. But what I found to be the most impressive thing about this industry were the handful of shipmates who constructively gave of their time, in order to pass down what they knew. The lessons learned came from many talented individuals…. By comparison, I was not a natural, which also added to my challenge. Nothing came easy, but I was out to prove to myself that an old dog CAN be taught new tricks. My gratitude will always begin with the crews of the USNS Pomeroy, but my breakthrough moments began to multiply while recently serving on board the USNS Watson, where everything had finally begun to take root. That’s the payoff ship, right there. They’re a great and resourceful crew. Philip Forman STOS Being a merchant mariner PHILADELPHIA 2604 S. 4 St., Philadelphia, PA 19148 (215) 336-3818 PINEY POINT P.O. Box 75, Piney Point, MD 20674 (301) 994-0010 PORT EVERGLADES 1221 S. Andrews Ave., Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33316 (954) 522-7984 SANTURCE 1057 Fernandez Juncos Ave., Stop 16 Santurce, PR 00907 (787) 721-4033 ST. LOUIS/ALTON 4581 Gravois Ave., St. Louis, MO 63116 (314) 752-6500 TACOMA 3411 South Union Ave., Tacoma, WA 98409 (253) 272-7774 WILMINGTON 510 N. Broad Ave., Wilmington, CA 90744 (310) 549-4000 A contingent of apprentices from the SIU-affiliated Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md., participated in the 1982 Labor Day Parade in New York City. They were joined by a large group of rank-and-file SIU members (note Seafarers banner in background) who teamed with members of MEBA District 2 to form another maritime marching unit in the event. According to the story which accompanied this photo in the September 1982 edition of the Seafarers LOG, the parade— which marked labor’s centennial year—was the largest in history. Crowds estimated close to one-half million either marched up Fifth Avenue or cheered from the packed sidewalks. Tens of thousands of rank-and-file union members representing 250 labor unions and locals streamed over the 26-block parade route which ended at St. Patrick’s Cathedral on New York City’s West 52nd Street. If anyone has a vintage union-related photograph he or she would like to share with other Seafarers LOG readers, please send it to the Seafarers LOG, 5201 Auth Way, Camp Springs, MD 20746. Photographs will be returned, if so requested. High-resolution digital images may be sent to webmaster@seafarers.org 16 Seafarers LOG October 2010 �61430_LOG_X:61430_LOG 9/24/2010 6:06 PM Page 17 Welcome Ashore Each month, the Seafarers LOG pays tribute to the SIU members who have devoted their working lives to sailing aboard U.S.-flag vessels on the deep seas, inland waterways or Great Lakes. Listed below are brief biographical sketches of those members who recently retired from the union. The brothers and sisters of the SIU thank those members for a job well done and wish them happiness and good health in the days ahead. DEEP SEA POMPEY ALEGADO Brother Pompey Alegado, 65, joined the union in 1979 while in the port of Wilmington, Calif. He initially sailed on the Thompson Pass. Brother Alegado, who sailed in the engine department, was born in the Philippines. His final ship was the Lightning. Brother Alegado resides in Phillips Ranch, Calif. THOMAS “MIKE” BULLEN Brother Thomas “Mike” Bullen, 65, became an SIU member in 1980. His first ship was the Oceanic Independence; his last, the Express. Brother Bullen worked in the deck and engine department. He was born in Connecticut and now lives in Honolulu. OSWALD CHASE Brother Oswald Chase, 80, started sailing with the Seafarers in 2000 while in the port of New York. His first voyage was aboard the Independence. Brother Chase, who sailed in the engine department, attended classes at the Paul Hall Center in Piney Point, Md. He last shipped on the APL Cyrine. Brother Chase is a resident of Brooklyn, N.Y. THOMAS GUTHRIE Brother Thomas Guthrie, 65, donned the SIU colors in 1991. He originally sailed aboard the USNS Capable. Brother Guthrie upgraded in 2000 at the Piney Point school. A member of the steward department, he most recently shipped on the USNS Assertive. Brother Guthrie calls New Orleans home. WILLIAM JOQUIN Brother William Joquin, 65, signed on with the union in 2001. He often took advantage of educational opportunities at the SIUaffiliated school in Piney Point, October 2010 Md. Brother Joquin initially worked aboard the Independence. The New York-born mariner’s final trip was on the 1st Lt. Harry Martin. Brother Joquin, who sailed in the deck department, makes his home in Asan, Guam. EARL SPARKES Brother Earl Sparkes, 70, joined the SIU ranks in 1979. His first trip was aboard the McLean. Brother Sparkes enhanced his seafaring abilities on two occasions at the Paul Hall Center. He sailed in the deck department. Brother Sparkes’ final voyage was on the Horizon Hunter. He was born in Jamaica and now resides in Stockton, Calif. DAVID SWITZER Brother David Switzer, 65, was born in Texas. He became a union member in 1990. Brother Switzer first shipped aboard the Sealift Mediterranean as a member of the engine department. He frequently upgraded his skills at the Piney Point school. Brother Switzer’s last ship was the Honor. He is a resident of Houston. JESUS URRIOLA Brother Jesus Urriola, 65, began sailing with the SIU in 1971. He was first employed on a vessel operated by A&S Transportation. Brother Urriola was born in Spain and sailed in the deck department. His final trip was aboard the Veronica Evelyn. Brother Urriola calls Kearney, N.J., home. TERRY WHITE Brother Terry White, 52, started his career with the union in 1978. He originally sailed on the Del Rio. Brother White worked in the steward department. He was last employed aboard the Sgt. Matej Kocak. Brother White settled in Longveiw, Wash. INLAND COLIN BRIDGMAN Brother Colin Bridgman, 57, joined the SIU in 1976 while in the port of Norfolk, Va. During his seafaring career he mainly shipped with Express Marine Inc. Brother Bridgman sailed as a member of both the deck and steward department. He continues to live in his native North Carolina. KIM GILL Brother Kim Gill, 65, signed on with the union in 1974 in Detroit, Mich. His earliest trip was with H&M Lake Transport Ltd. In 2000 and 2001, Brother Gill attended the Seafarers-affiliated school in Piney Point, Md. The deck department member’s final ship was operated by OLS Transport Ltd. Brother Gill is a native of Illinois but now makes his home in Wyandotte, Mich. EDWARD GREEN Brother Edward Green, 55, was born in North Carolina. He joined the SIU in 1978. Brother Green initially worked with Stone Towing Line as a member of the deck department. He upgraded his skills in 1988 at the Piney Point school. Brother Green’s most recent trip was with Express Marine Inc. He is a resident of Wilmington, N.C. JEFFREY POULOS Brother Jeffrey Poulos, 56, began his SIU career in 1981. The New York-born mariner originally sailed aboard a Crowley Puerto Rico Services vessel. In 1989 and 2001, Brother Poulos took advantage of upgrading opportunities available at the Paul Hall Center. He shipped in the deck department. Brother Poulo’s final trip was with Crowley Towing & Transportation of Jacksonville. He resides in Eufaula, Ala. Atlantic Transport Corporation. Brother Twine was born in Wales and worked in the engine department. He lives in Mobile, Ala. GREAT LAKES MICHAEL HENNESSEY Brother Michael Hennessey, 62, started sailing with the union in 1966 while in Alton, Ill. He was first employed aboard the G.A. Tomlinson. Brother Hennessey was born in Ohio. He last worked with Great Lakes Towing Company. Brother Hennessey calls Conneaut, Ohio, home. WILLIAM TWINE Brother William Twine, 62, became a union member in 1973. He sailed primarily with Gulf This Month In SIU History Reprinted from past issues of the Seafarers LOG Two crew members of the SS Citrus Packer have been reported killed in Korea, according to a letter received by the LOG this week from the ship’s deck delegate. The dead Seafarers are George W. Miller, 25, and Lewis W. High, both slain by North Korean gunfire along the invasion road between Inchon and Seoul. The report to the LOG states that the two Seafarers left their ship when it docked in Inchon on October 1 and were never seen again. Four days later when the ship sailed the two ABs were reported missing to Army authorities. When the vessel arrived in Yokohama the skipper was notified that their bodies had been found. The full details of the fate which befell the men came out later when the ship stopped in Pusan. Crew members by chance met soldiers returned from the front who had been in the area where the men had been lost…. The GIs told the crew that the men had been found shot to death on the road outside of Inchon, near the village of Yung Dung Po. The men had been riding in a jeep and were presumably killed by North Korean snipers from ambush. 1950 Firm action by the SIU at payoff time has won more than 1,700 hours of overtime pay for crewmen of the Orion Planet, who were obliged to work on a refueling-at-sea operation involving the Planet and a Navy tanker. As a result of the action by SIU headquarters and the Norfolk hall, the crew members 1960 received some $3,500 in extra cash for performing an operation which is fairly new in the civilian merchant marine and not yet covered by the standard SIU tanker or dry cargo agreements. The SIU maintained, however, that the work should properly be classed as OT. With a stroke of the Presidential pen, the Merchant Marine Act of 1970 became the law of the land in October. The act, incorporating many provisions backed by the Seafarers International Union, had passed both Houses of Congress by substantial majorities before it was sent to President Richard M. Nixon for signature. At the signing in the Cabinet Room of the White House, President Nixon, surrounded by top officials and labor leaders, said the bill marked the beginning of a new era for the troubled maritime industry and opened the prospect of revitalization of the U.S.-flag merchant fleet. In particular the bill will benefit SIU men by means of its provision to construct 300 new ships for the foreign trade in the next 10 years. 1970 October 8 was a big day for Philadelphia and a big day for SIU boatmen in the Philadelphia area. On that Wednesday afternoon no fewer than 10 SIU-contracted tugs helped guide the huge Navy aircraft carrier USS Saratoga on the last leg of her journey to Sun Shipyard in Chester, Pa. The Saratoga is slated for a major overhaul at the shipyard, a refurbishing that will cost at least a half billion dollars. 1980 Seafarers LOG 17 �61430_LOG:61430_LOG 9/22/2010 6:08 PM Page 18 Final Departures DEEP SEA MATO ANZULOVICH Pensioner Mato Anzulovich, 71, died April 5. He joined the union in 1989. Brother Anzulovich was born in Yugoslavia and shipped in the deck department. During his SIU career he sailed aboard vessels including the USNS Silas Bent and the Pride. Brother Anzulovich called Houston home. GRACE HATHAWAY Pensioner Grace Hathaway, 93, passed away May 29. Sister Hathaway became a member of the Marine Cooks & Stewards before their merger with the SIU in 1978. She worked in the steward department. Sister Hathaway was born in California. Her final voyage took place on the Santa Mariana. Sister Hathaway went on pension in 1980 and settled in Fernley, Nev. RICHARD HECKMAN Pensioner Richard Heckman, 67, died April 29. Brother Heckman signed on with the union in 1959. His earliest trip was aboard a vessel operated by Petrol Shipping Company. Brother Heckman shipped in the engine department. His last voyage was on the Guayama. Brother Heckman retired in 2007 and lived in Puerto Rico. HARVEY HOOD Pensioner Harvey Hood, 84, passed away April 9. Brother Hood was born in Newark, N.J. He started sailing with the SIU in 1951. A member of the deck department, his first ship was the Alcoa Planter. Prior to his retirement in 1986, Brother Hood shipped on the San Pedro. He was a resident of Waveland, Miss. 18 Seafarers LOG HENRY MILLER Pensioner Henry Miller, 85, died April 12. Brother Miller, a member of the engine department, began sailing with the Seafarers in 1951. His first trip was aboard the WS Jennings; his last was on the Horizon Consumer. Brother Miller was born in Alabama. He started collecting his retirement compensation in 1986. Brother Miller resided in Mobile. THOMAS OWEN Pensioner Thomas Owen, 83, passed away April 18. Brother Owen began his seafaring career in 1946 while in the port of Mobile, Ala. He originally sailed in the engine department aboard the Alcoa Planter. Brother Owen’s final voyage took place on the Cape Edmont. He became a pensioner in 1991 and made his home in Seattle. JOHN PASKO Pensioner John Pasko, 91, died April 6. He joined the union in 1951. Brother Pasko initially worked aboard the French Creek. The engine department member most recently sailed with Sealift. Brother Pasko called Jackson, N.J., home. GRAFTON PIERSON Pensioner Grafton Pierson, 81, passed away April 7. He became a union member in 1963, first shipping on a CSX Lines vessel. Brother Pierson sailed in the steward department. His last trip was aboard the Cove Liberty. Brother Pierson lived in Houston. MANUEL SABATER Pensioner Manuel Sabater, 78, died April 8. Brother Sabater signed on with the SIU in 1964 in the port of New York. His earliest trip was aboard the Marymar. Brother Sabater, who sailed in the deck department, was a native of Puerto Rico. His final voyage was on the Expedition. Brother Sabater retired in 1996 and settled Ponce, P.R. DOUGLAS TURNER Pensioner Douglas Turner, 81, passed away April 21. Brother Turner began sailing with the Seafarers in 1953. He originally worked with Paco Tankers. The engine department member’s last trip was aboard the Sealift Caribbean. Brother Turner was a resident of Baytown, Texas. He went on pension in 1991. INLAND STEVEN ANDERSON Pensioner Steven Anderson, 78, died April 11. Brother Anderson joined the union in 1978. He initially shipped with Crowley Towing of Jacksonville. Brother Anderson was born in North Carolina. His final trip to sea was aboard a vessel operated by OSG Ship Management. Brother Anderson, a member of the steward department, started collecting his retirement compensation in 1996. He resided in Jacksonville, Fla. LORA MEEKINS Pensioner Lora Meekins, 85, passed away May 19. Brother Meekins began his seafaring profession in 1962. He primarily shipped aboard vessels operated by McAllister Towing of Virginia. Brother Meekins was born in Pasquotank, N.C. He went on pension in 1986. Brother Meekins called Hertford, N.C., home. MILTON SHECKELLS Pensioner Milton Sheckells, 71, died April 6. Brother Sheckells became a union member in 1976 while in the port of Baltimore. He was born in Maryland and worked in the deck department. Brother Sheckells mostly sailed with Moran Towing of Maryland. He began receiving his pension in 2002. Brother Sheckells made his home in Lewes, Del. GREAT LAKES STEVEN WERDA Brother Steven Werda, 53, passed away April 27. He was born in Alpena, Mich. Brother Werda joined the SIU in 1973 in the port of Detroit, Mich. His first ship was the Steel Crapo; his last was the Adam E. Cornelius. Brother Werda was a deck department member. He continued to live in Michigan. Editor’s note: The following brothers and sisters, all former members of the National Maritime Union (NMU), have passed away. NATIONAL MARITIME UNION GEORGE ALFONSO Pensioner George Alfonso, 86, passed away May 14. Brother Alfonso was born in the West Indies. He became a pensioner in 1992 and resided in Richmond, Va. JESUS ALFONSO Pensioner Jesus Alfonso, 84, passed away June 21. The Cuban-born mariner went on pension in 1971. Brother Alfonso made his home in Manhattan, N.Y. JOHN ARMSTRONG Pensioner John Armstrong, 77, died May 22. Brother Armstrong was a native of Alabama. He retired in 1998. Brother Armstrong lived in Charleston, S.C. ERNEST CABEZA Pensioner Ernest Cabeza, 85, passed away May 30. The Puerto Rico native went on pension in 1979. Brother Cabeza made his home in Woodside, N.Y. GUADALUPE CANTU Pensioner Guadalupe Cantu, 76, died May 27. Brother Cantu, a native of Houston, went on pension in 1979. He continued to make his home in Houston. JOSEPHINE CZADO Pensioner Josephine Czado, 95, passed away May 22. Sister Czado retired in 1967. She called New Jersey home. GEORGE DAVIS Pensioner George Davis, 72, died May 9. Brother Davis was born in Virginia. He started collecting his retirement compensation in 1991 and settled in Virginia Beach. JOSEPH EDWARDS Pensioner Joseph Edwards, 85, passed away May 15. The Louisiana-born mariner became a pensioner in 1976. Brother Edwards was a resident of New Orleans. CLARENCE EPPS Pensioner Clarence Epps, 80, died June 1. Brother Epps was born in West Columbia, Texas. He started collecting his retirement compensation in 1995 and settled in Galveston. HELGE JOHNSON Pensioner Helge Johnson, 93, died May 22. Brother Johnson was a native of Sweden. He went on pension in 1980. Brother Johnson lived in Micco, Fla. GENE KAHAULELIO Pensioner Gene Kahaulelio, 77, passed away May 22. Brother Kahaulelio retired in 1987. He called Philadelphia home. CHARLES LEONG Pensioner Charles Leong, 82, died May 8. Brother Leong started collecting his retirement compensation in 1989. He made his home in San Francisco. JACK PETERMAN Pensioner Jack Peterman, 92, died July 6. Brother Peterman was a native of Columbus, Ga. He retired in 1982. Brother Peterman lived in Crescent City, Fla. ELIJAH WILLIAMS Pensioner Elijah Williams, 83, passed away May 2. Brother Williams, a native of Orrville, Ala., became a pensioner in 1995. He settled in Mobile, Ala. Name Altobello, James Avril, Raymond Barnes, Ann Black, Robert Carter, Jasper Doak, Walter Dodson, John Dunn, Melvin Fermay, Efrain Kempson, Robert Laurent, Verdell Lugo, Porfirio McDuff, James Nave, Antonio O’Neill, Mark Stone, Manuel Wilmore, William Age 87 86 95 96 85 84 79 83 76 78 77 81 85 93 81 85 82 DOD May 3 May 21 March 27 May 24 May 28 May 15 May 11 May 5 May 19 May 31 May 28 May 31 May 17 May 15 May 28 May 25 April 27 October 2010 �61430_LOG:61430_LOG 9/22/2010 4:48 PM Page 19 Digest of Shipboard Union Meetings (American Steamship Company), July 30 – Chairman Scott E. Krajniak, Secretary Michael Curtis, Educational Director Daryl W. Overby. Chairman discussed the importance of chain of command and went over tour of duty forms with new members. He urged crew to check expiration dates on documents and donate to SPAD (Seafarers Political Activity Donation). Secretary reminded mariners to clean rooms and leave fresh linen for reliefs. Educational director encouraged crew to upgrade at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md. He also informed them that SIU forms were available in the recreation room. He asked that it be brought to his attention if any forms were needed. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Deck delegate reminded mariners to register at union halls within 72 hours of discharge and keep an eye out for safety violations. Next port: St. Clair, Mich INDIANA HARBOR ST. CLAIR (American Steamship Company), July 27 – Chairman Raymond C. Hotchkiss, Secretary Fonda Biamonte, Educational Director Richard A. Sawyer, Engine Delegate Felix Johnfinn, Steward Delegate James Beaudry. Chairman talked about Weingarten Rights, Seafarers Health and Benefit Plan and the importance of working safely on deck. Educational director urged members to enhance their skills, which can lead to better opportunities and advancement. Treasurer reported $150 in the satellite TV fund; he is looking into how much Sunday Ticket football package will cost. No beefs or disputed OT reported. President Sacco’s report from the July Seafarers LOG concerning the attacks on the Jones Act was read and discussed. Next ports: St. Clair. Mich., Two Harbors, Minn. and Indiana Harbor, Ind. (Crowley), July 18 – Chairman Joseph White, Secretary Lito G. Acosta, Deck Delegate Manuel Uy, Steward Delegate Bernadette Yancy. Bosun announced payoff in Houston on July 19. He expressed his gratitude to crew members for a smooth trip with special thanks going to the steward department for good meals and keeping ship clean. Secretary encouraged fellow mariners to keep going to Piney Point to upgrade skills. Steward delegate requested clarification on holiday pay. No other beefs or disputed OT was reported. Next port: Houston. WASHINGTON EXPRESS CHAMPION (Maersk Line,Limited), August 15 – Chairman James R. Blitch, Secretary Willie Massaline, Educational Director Richard A. Huffman. Chairman advised members to talk to port agents about upcoming contract negotiations. He also informed them payoff would take place at sea on August 16. Secretary talked about the need to support the leadership and contribute to SPAD and the MDL (Maritime Defense League). Educational director advised everyone to upgrade at the SIU-affiliated school in Piney Point, Md., and make sure they stay up-to-date on their TWIC and MMD/MMC. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Seafarers were asked to update their beneficiary for Seafarers Money Purchase Pension Plan. Request was made to supply fans for all rooms. Mariners were asked to keep all doors and hatches within house closed. Steward department was thanked for doing a great job. Next port: Elizabeth, N.J. (Horizon Lines), August 4 – Chairman Daniel W. Seagle, Secretary Cynthia L. Caster, Educational Director Mohamed Alsinai, Deck Delegate Stephen Castle, Steward Delegate Reynaldo Telmo. Chairman went over ship’s itinerary. Secretary HORIZON TACOMA The Seafarers LOG attempts to print as many digests of union shipboard minutes as possible. On occasion, because of space limitations, some will be omitted. Ships’ minutes first are reviewed by the union’s contract department. Those issues requiring attention or resolution are addressed by the union upon receipt of the ships’ minutes. The minutes are then forwarded to the Seafarers LOG for publication. reported a very professional and respectful crew which made this a great trip. He told seafarers to contact him if they needed cleaning supplies for the cabins. Educational director reminded mariners to take every opportunity to upgrade their skills at the Piney Point school. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Request was made for more information on the STCW renewal requirements. Next ports: Tacoma, Wash., Anchorage, Alaska, Kodiak, Alaska, and Dutch Harbor, Alaska. ‘Vertrep’ Aboard USNS Bridge LIBERTY EAGLE (Liberty Maritime), August 9 – Chairman Tyrone A. Burrell, Secretary Randy A. Stephens, Educational Director Lawrence A. Guerrero. Chairman asked for clarification on SCTW requirements. Secretary stated applications were available aboard vessel. Educational director encouraged seamen to upgrade whenever possible to improve skills and better their chances of moving up. No disputed OT reported. Steward delegate raised concern about stores. Motion was made for new washers and dryers. Bosun thanked all members for an accident-free voyage and also thanked steward department for good work. (OSG Ship Management), August 29 – Chairman Joseph Caruso, Secretary Jeffrey Beasley, Educational Director Wendell Wilmoth, Engine Delegate Joaquin Martinez. Bosun reported excellent voyage and crew. Secretary expressed his gratitude for everyone’s help keeping ship clean. Educational director encouraged mariners to attend classes at the Piney Point school to enhance seafaring abilities. He also reminded them to keep documents current. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Recommendation was made to have direct deposit for vacation checks. Steward department was thanked for great meals. Next ports: Port Everglades, Fla., Texas City, Texas, and Jacksonville, Fla. OVERSEAS TEXAS CITY In this Sept. 9 photo, taken in the Pacific Ocean, mariners from the Seafarers-crewed USNS Bridge connect a cargo pendant to a Sea Hawk helicopter during a vertical replenishment with the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan. The carrier was conducting drills in preparation for an upcoming deployment. The Bridge, crewed by members of the SIU Government Services Division, is part of the U.S. Military Sealift Command’s Naval Fleet Auxiliary Force. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Shawn J. Stewart) (Crowley), August 8 – Chairman Matthew T. Sagay, Secretary Kenneth Whitfield, Educational Director Daniel G. Ramirez Jr., Deck Delegate Shaib Juma, Steward Delegate Ronald Jones. Chairman thanked mariners for a job well done. He asked those departing vessel to clean their rooms. ST. LOUIS EXPRESS Educational director talked about the importance of enhancing seafaring abilities at union-affiliated school in Piney Point, Md. Crew members were reminded to keep all necessary seafaring documents up-todate. No beefs or disputed OT reported. Next ports: Charleston, S.C., Miami and Houston. With Seafarers Aboard the CS Global Sentinel Bosun’s Mate John Cedeno recently emailed these photos of Seafarers aboard the Global Sentinel, a cable ship. The vessel was sailing near Long Beach, Calif., performing underway survey operations, Cedeno said. Splicer/Joiner Robert Hoppenworth applies reflecting tape to floats. October 2010 “All is well on the ship,” he wrote. “We left Portland, Ore., on July 29 and have been out to sea the entire voyage. We’ve refueled at sea and taken on stores as well. The crew is very happy.” Bosun’s Mate John Cedeno executes a repair on deck. ABs Justin Beal (left) and Luisito Tabada work on tail-rope floats. Seafarers LOG 19 �61430_LOG:61430_LOG 9/22/2010 5:12 PM Page 20 Fellowship in Tacoma SIU members recently gathered at the union hall in Tacoma, Wash., for a barbecue. Port Agent Joe Vincenzo reported that approximately 70 Seafarers and family members attended the fourth annual event on Aug. 20. “The barbecue is a great way for us to come together in a relaxed environment, share a light moment and enjoy good eats and music,” Vincenzo said. “Each year, participation is strong. My thanks go to all those who made this year’s event another success.” In particular, Vincenzo thanked members of the planning committee, which included Administrative Assistant Brenda Flesner, Chief Cook Joey Lata, Recertified Steward Amanda Suncin, Recertified Steward Sherman Anderson and Recertified Steward Scott Opsahl. He also thanked Recertified Steward Lincoln Pinn and Recertified Bosun Joe Artis, “both of whom are accomplished musicians and who provided live music.” Recertified Bosun Ben Born (left) helps serve brisket. Recertified Steward Sherman Anderson (above) checks the grill. In photo at right, OMU Chad Hess (left) poses with Port Agent Joe Vincenzo. FINANCIAL REPORTS. The Constitution of the SIU Atlantic, Gulf, Lakes and Inland Waters District/NMU makes specific provision for safeguarding the membership’s money and union finances. The constitution requires a detailed audit by certified public accountants every year, which is to be submitted to the membership by the secretary-treasurer. A yearly finance committee of rank-and-file members, elected by the membership, each year examines the finances of the union and reports fully their findings and recommendations. 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/NMU 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. SHIPPING RIGHTS. A member’s shipping rights and seniority are protected exclusively by contracts between the union and the employers. Members should get to know their shipping rights. Copies of these contracts are posted and available in all union halls. If members believe there have been violations of their shipping or seniority rights as contained in the contracts between the union and the employers, they should notify the Seafarers Appeals Board by 20 Seafarers LOG Bosun Dominic Brunamonti (left), AB Desta Gebrai and SA Charlie Powers Recertified Steward Brian Burchett, Recertified Steward Amanda Suncin, Chief Cook Saleh Ahmed Know Your Rights certified mail, return receipt requested. The proper address for this is: Augustin Tellez, Chairman Seafarers Appeals Board 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746 Full copies of contracts as referred to are available to members at all times, either by writing directly to the union or to the Seafarers Appeals Board. CONTRACTS. Copies of all SIU contracts are available in all SIU halls. These contracts specify the wages and conditions under which an SIU member works and lives aboard a ship or boat. Members should know their contract rights, as well as their obligations, such as filing for overtime (OT) on the proper sheets and in the proper manner. If, at any time, a member believes that an SIU patrolman or other union official fails to protect their contractual rights properly, he or she should contact the nearest SIU port agent. EDITORIAL POLICY — THE SEAFARERS LOG. The Seafarers LOG traditionally has refrained from publishing any article serving the political purposes of any individual in the union, officer or member. It also has refrained from publishing articles deemed harmful to the union or its collective membership. This established policy has been reaffirmed by membership action at the September 1960 meetings in all constitutional ports. The responsibility for Seafarers 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. Recertified Steward Lincoln Pinn Lining up for the meal are SIU Tacoma Safety Director Ryan Palmer (right) and Seafarers including AB Derik Rye (third from right) and AB Chuck James. PAYMENT 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 circumstances should any member pay any money for any reason unless he is given such receipt. In the event anyone attempts to require any 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 or she should not have been required to make such payment, this should immediately be reported to union headquarters. CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS. 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 contents. Any time a member feels any other member or officer is attempting to deprive him or her of any constitutional right or obligation by any methods, such as dealing with charges, trials, etc., as well as all other details, the member so affected should immediately notify 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 discriminated against because of race, creed, color, sex, national or geographic origin. If any member feels that he or she is denied the equal rights to which he or she is entitled, the member should notify union headquarters. SEAFARERS POLITICAL ACTIVITY DONATION — SPAD. SPAD is a separate segregated fund. Its proceeds are used to further its objects and purposes including, 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 condition of membership in the union or of employment. If a contribution is made by reason of the above improper conduct, the member should notify the Seafarers International Union or SPAD by certified mail within 30 days of the contribution for investigation and appropriate action and refund, if involuntary. A member should support SPAD to protect and further his or her economic, political and social interests, and American trade union concepts. NOTIFYING THE UNION—If at any time a member feels that any of the above rights have been violated, or that he or she has been denied the constitutional right of access to union records or information, the member should immediately notify SIU President Michael Sacco at headquarters by certified mail, return receipt requested. The address is: Michael Sacco, President Seafarers International Union 5201 Auth Way Camp Springs, MD 20746. October 2010 �61430_LOG:61430_LOG 9/22/2010 4:48 PM Page 21 Paul Hall Center Upgrading Course Schedule The following is the schedule of courses at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education in Piney Point, Md., for the next few months of 2010. All programs are geared to improving the job skills of Seafarers and to promoting the American maritime industry. Please note that this schedule may change to reflect the needs of the membership, the maritime industry and—in times of conflict—the nation’s security. Students attending any of these classes should check in the Saturday before their course’s start date. The courses listed here will begin promptly on the morning of the start dates. For classes ending on a Friday, departure reservations should be made for Saturday. Seafarers who have any questions regarding the upgrading courses offered at the Paul Hall Center may call the admissions office at (301) 994-0010. Title of Course Deck Department Upgrading Courses Able Seaman Start Date Date of Completion November 8 November 12 October 11 ARPA Bosun Recertification November 5 October 18 Radar Observer (Unlimited) General education and college courses are available as needed at the Paul Hall Center. In addition, basic vocational support program courses are offered throughout the year, two weeks prior to the beginning of a vocational course. The following opportunities are currently available: Adult Basic Education (ABE), English as a Second Language (ESL), a College Program and a Preparatory Course. When applying for preparatory courses, students should list the name of the course desired on upgrading application. An introduction to computers course, a self-study module, is also available. November 15 October 18 Tank PIC Barge DL Academic Department Courses November 5 November 15 STOS Galley Operations/Advanced Galley Operations These modules start every Monday. Certified Chief Cook/Chief Steward These classes start every other Monday. The most recent class began Sept. 20. November 8 October 25 Radar Recertification (1 day) Steward Department Upgrading Courses October 29 September 27 October 10 Engine Department Upgrading Courses Advanced Container Maintenance November 15 December 10 FOWT October 11 December 17 Basic Auxiliary Plant Operations Government Vessels (1 week) November 8 December 3 November 29 Junior Engineer December 3 October 25 Machinist December 17 November 29 Welding December 17 October 25 November 29 November 12 December 17 Safety Upgrading Courses Basic & Advanced Firefighting October 18 October 29 Medical Care Provider November 1 November 5 BST/Basic Firefighting October 18 November 15 October 22 November 19 UPGRADING APPLICATION Name ____________________________________________________________________ Address __________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________ Telephone (Home)_________________________ (Cell)_________________________ Students who have registered for classes at the SIU-affiliated Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education, but later discover—for whatever reason—that they cannot attend should inform the admissions department immediately so arrangements can be made to have other students take their places. With this application, COPIES of the following must be sent: One hundred and twentyfive (125) days seatime for the previous year, one day in the last six months prior to the date your class starts, USMMD (z-card) front and back or relevant pages of merchant mariner credential, front page of your union book indicating your department and seniority, qualifying seatime for the course if it is Coast Guard tested, 1995 STCW Certificate, valid SHBP Clinic Card and TWIC. COURSE START DATE DATE OF COMPLETION Date of Birth ______________________________________________________________ ____________________________ _______________ _______________ If the following information is not filled out completely, your application will not be processed. ____________________________ _______________ _______________ Deep Sea Member Lakes Member Inland Waters Member Social Security #_______________________ Book # ____________________________ Seniority_____________________________ Department______________________ Home Port_____________________________________________________________ ____________________________ ____________________________ ____________________________ _______________ _______________ _______________ _______________ _______________ _______________ LAST VESSEL: __________________________________Rating: ______________ E-mail________________________________________________________________ Date On: ___________________________ Date Off:________________________ _________________________________________________________________________ NOTE: Transportation will be paid in accordance with the scheduling letter only if you present original receipts and successfully complete the course. If you have any questions, contact your port agent before departing for Piney Point. Not all classes are reimbursable.Return completed application to: Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education Admissions Office, P.O. Box 75, Piney Point, MD 20674-0075; or fax to (301) 994-2189. The Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship at the Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education is a private, non-profit, equal opportunity institution and admits students, who are otherwise qualified, of any race, nationality or sex. The school complies with applicable laws with regard to admission, access or treatment of students in its programs or activities. Endorsement(s) or License(s) now held______________________________________ Are you a graduate of the SHLSS/PHC trainee program? Yes No Have you attended any SHLSS/PHC upgrading courses? Yes No If yes, class # ______________________________________________________________ If yes, course(s) taken_____________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ October 2010 SIGNATURE ________________________________ DATE___________________ 10/10 Seafarers LOG 21 �61430_LOG:61430_LOG 9/22/2010 4:48 PM Page 22 Paul Hall Center Classes Fast Rescue Boat – The following upgraders (above, in alphabetical order) finished their requirements and graduated from this 30-hour course July 30: Christopher Brown, Joseph Brown, Alethea Earhart, Abobakr Hasan, David Marquez, Ryan Papa and Donna Sylvia. Their instructor, Stan Beck, is standing at left in the extreme rear. Unlicensed Apprentice Water Survival Class 733 – Eighteen unlicensed apprentices on June 25 completed their training requirements in this 60-hour course. Graduating (above, in alphabetical order) were: Kenneth Atkinson, Matthew Baptist, Robert Bryson III, Adam Bucalo, Matthew Clements, Jeremy Cooke, David Cronce, Daniel Cunningham, Anthony Dell’Aquila, Robert Goren, Joshua Hammons, Marques Johnson, Bryan Page, Steven Patton, Andrew Powell, Zachrey Stevenson, Lear Surcedo and Steven Whiting. ARPA – Seven individuals finished their training in this 32-hour course July 30. Graduating and receiving certificates (above, in alphabetical order) were: Glenn Agustin, Carlo Balajadia, Mohamed Jebokji, Samuel Naing, Mykola Smirnov, Alexander Ward and Kwamena Watson. Tank Ship Familiarization DL – Fifteen upgraders completed their requirements in this 63-hour course Aug. 13. Graduating (above, in alphabetical order) were: Ahmed Abolela, Leonilo Arano, Timothy Culwell, Xerxes Cunanan, Raphael Dewberry, Romeo Ferrer, Ameon Fuller, Nilo Gler, Eric Johnson, Sonnie Luckie, Robby McBride, Luis Nunez, Clovis Pomare, Francisco Ramilo and Jennie Recaido. Their instructor, Herb Walling, is second from the right. 22 Seafarers LOG Students who have registered for classes at the SIU-affiliated Paul Hall Center for Maritime Training and Education, but later discover—for whatever reason—that they cannot attend should inform the admissions department immediately so arrangements can be made to have other students take their places. Bridge Resource Management (Express Marine) – Seven individuals completed their training in this course July 23. Graduating (above, in alphabetical order) were: David Callis, Scottie Duncan, William Eskridge III, David Goodwin, Ronald Meadows, Bruce Morris and Jason Thomas. Herb Walling, their instructor, is at the far right. Wayne Huebschman, Express Marine port captain, is at left. Medical Care Provider – The following individuals (above, in alphabetical order) fin- ished their training in this 21-hour course July 23: Franklin Coburn, Thomas Halliburton Jr., Charles Horton, Philip Hurlbutt, Wilfredo Martinez, Eddy Newman, Gustavo Osorio, Christopher Paul, Angelo Schiraldi, Michael Sherman, Donna Sylvia and Kwanmena Watson. Mark Cates and Mike Roberts, their instructors, are at the left and right respectively. (Note: Not all are pictured.) October 2010 �61430_LOG:61430_LOG 9/22/2010 4:49 PM Page 23 Paul Hall Center Classes Junior Engineer – Twenty-five upgraders completed their training in this course July 30. Graduating (above, in alphabetical order) were: Robert Brown, Juan Castillo, Linarys Castillo, Richard Dela-Cruz, Abner Diaz-Torres, Archie Eldridge, Jason Flesner, Ameon Fuller, Oscar Garcia, Nilo Gler, Ruben Haynes, Chad Hess, Gregory Holsey Jr., Patrocinio Maglinte, Michael Mazyck, Rodolfo Opinaldo, Francisco Ramilo, Nestor Ramirez, Melvin Ratcliff, Travis Rose, Randolph Scott, Kenneth Sumner, Jesse Tornabene, Lua Tran, and Matthew Wright . Jay Henderson, their instructor, is at left. (Note: Not all are pictured.) STCW/BST – Twenty-four upgraders finished this course July 30. Those graduating (above, in alphabetical order) were: Joseph Emidy, Emmanuel Essien, Romeo Ferrer, Angel Figueroa, Dan Fleehearty, Philip Fulmer, David Garoutte, Russel Hayden, Michael Hester, Eric Johnson, Jimmie Joseph, Salah Kassem, Fareed Khan, Sandy Killian, Bruce Korte, Salvador Lagare, Ross Lyle, Wilfredo Martinez, Robby McBride, Clay McIver, Hussein Mohamed, Nelson Montoya, Luis Morales and Ray Nowak. Joe Zienda and Wayne Johnson, their instructors, are at the far left and far right respectively. (Note: Not all are pictured.) BST (Hawaii) – The following individuals (above, in no particular order) completed this course May 22 at the Seafarers Training Facility in Barbers Point, Hawaii: Hollie Hughes, Alexander Rodriguez, Goran Globarevic, Angelica Saldana, Katrin D’Amico, Adam Papalski, John Henegar, Lindsey Escarda, Joshua Diaz, Zachary Silver, Nicholas Bothwell, Kevin Fisher, Paul Bedal, Marcos Allende Villafane, Donald Domke, Meghan Perri, Katie Sexauer and Trevor Ellis. BST (Hawaii) – The seventeen individuals pictured above finished this course in Hawaii Aug. 7. Graduating (above, in no particular order) were: Clifford Solon, Wilson Fernando, Elbert Liboon, Henry Santos, Jared Cook, Luis Santiago Jr., Tao Li, Raebern Charles, Donald Brunswich, Carl November, Kaitlyn Brown, Ronald Robbins, Joseph Munson, Rexie Jan Gresones, Jhay Magleo, Binh Ngo and Teresita Tolledo. October 2010 STCW/BST – Twenty-four Seafarers completed this course July 10. Graduating and receiving certificates (above, in alphabetical order) were: Taher Abdulla, Ahmed Abolela, Nabassin Adedouawongbou, Saleh Alsinai, Abdoulla Alssoudi, James Armer, Hector Barnes, Bobby Belches, Terrance Bing, Keith Bitran, Jared Blavat, Archie Bodden, Greyson Brantley, Dana Brooks, David Brown, Bruce Bussert, Jose Canales, Kevin Cooper, Xerxes Cunanan, Edsel Dearce, Laura Deeback, Jerome Dooms, Carlton Dorrance and Christopher Earhart. Their instructors, Joe Zienda and Wayne Johnson are at the far left and far right respectively. (Note: Not all are pictured.) STCW/BST – Twenty-two Seafarers completed their requirements in this course July 30. Graduating (above, in alphabetical order) were: Crista Ali, James Burns, Bruce Davidson, Abdullah Falah, Sonnie Luckie Jr., George Miller, Almansoob Nasser, Felix Nunez, Luis Nunez, Norman Obehi, Roy Payne, Anthony Pena, Clovis Pomare, Allen Pryor, Jennie Recaido, James Reily, Albert Riollano, Shannon Smith, Kenneth Spivey, James Spranza, Jeffrey Wheatley and Gene Wheelis. The class instructors, Joe Zienda and Wayne Johnson are at the far left and far right respectively. (Note: Not all are pictured.) BST (Hawaii) – Eighteen individuals completed their requirements in this course July 31 at the Seafarers Training Facility in Hawaii. Those graduating ((above, in no particular order) were: Ashley Claiborne, Maurizio Carminati, Carlos Viader, Claudette Aranda, Jaimie Thomas, Natasha Avedisian, Nicholas Fletcher, Kristin Wheeler, Billy Neal, Gabriel Ortega, Romy Santos, Daniel DeCoursey, Melissa Ward, Kyle McCaskill, Kyle Barber, Tara Tomaini, Aimee Pena and Michael Bracey. BST(Hawaii) – The following individuals (above, in no particular order) graduated from this course July 31 at the Seafarers Barbers Point, Hawaii-based training facility: Carley Graves, Chelsea Bumpus, Joshua Miranda-Euton, Johnathan Leisgang, Sean McCane, Joyce Cole, Sarah Fiocco, Diana Girlado, Scott O’Leary, Grady Sasser, William Browning, Lula Nichols, Edgar Jocson, Avelino Fernandes, Devin Piersol and Ashley Brand. (Note: Not all are pictured.) Seafarers LOG 23 �61430_LOG_X:61430_LOG 9/24/2010 6:06 PM Page 24 Volume 72, Number 10 October 2010 Union Plus Scholarship Infomation Page 14 Seafarers Help Keep Disaster Response on Track Civilian Mariners are ‘Key Contributors’ to Humanitarian Aid in Pakistan T he U.S. Military Sealift Command (MSC) recently credited civilian mariners – including members of the SIU Government Services Division – for being “key contributors to the disaster response/humanitarian assistance being provided to floodravaged Pakistan.” In particular, the dry cargo/ammunition ship USNS Lewis and Clark is providing underway replenishment to vessels in the Navy’s USS Peleliu Amphibious Ready Group in the Arabian Sea as they support humanitarian relief efforts in the wake of severe monsoons. Other CIVMAR-crewed ships also are helping with the mission, including the fleet replenishment oiler USNS John Lenthall. According to MSC, the Lewis and Clark’s resupply mission “helps keep ships of the ready group supplied with food, fuel and other supplies – enabling them to remain at sea, on station and able to provide help to a country where thousands are reported dead, and millions are reported displaced or homeless.” “I feel like we make a difference,” said AB Paul Chaffin while aboard the Lewis and Clark. “I think every time we supply a Navy ship, we are supporting those who directly support those affected by the crisis.” Before the disaster in Pakistan, the Lewis and Clark was replenishing U.S. and coalition navy ships conducting counter-piracy operations in the Red Sea. Immediately after reports of the Pakistani crisis surfaced, the Lewis and Clark was diverted to the Gulf of Oman to join the humanitarian assistance team. The Seafarers-crewed USNS Lewis and Clark is pictured Aug. 31 in the Arabian Sea. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Edwardo Proano) In a mid-September news release, MSC reported, “In response to the disaster, USS Peleliu was tasked initially to provide heavy-lift capability with its embarked helicopters to the Pakistani government. Lewis and Clark arrived on station in the Arabian Sea Aug. 11 and assumed a pivotal role as the resupply U.S. Marines load relief supplies onto a helicopter aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Peleliu as the SIU-crewed USNS Lewis and Clark (background) sails off the ship’s port side. This photo was taken Sept. 6 in the Arabian Sea. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Ian Campbell) bridge for U.S. ships providing disaster relief. One of Lewis and Clark’s first missions was to offload humanitarian and disaster relief kits to Peleliu, who in turn delivered them to Pakistan.” The Seafarers-crewed ship carried a standard cargo allotment of humanitarian and relief kits, designed to support 2,500 disaster survivors. Kits included fivegallon water containers, tarps, blankets, insect repellent, surgical masks, water purification tablets and basic personal hygiene items for victims of the disaster. Helicopters from the Peleliu and members of the embarked 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit began delivering humanitarian aid supplies to the government of Pakistan Sept. 6. MSC further reported that a “sustained replenishment cycle was necessary to allow Peleliu and embarked Navy and Marine Corps helicopters to continue their support to the Pakistan government and military disaster relief efforts. Lewis and Clark began transiting to and from port in Fujairah, United Arab Emirates, loading the ship with supplies and then returning to sea to replenish Peleliu while it remained off the coast of Pakistan. Lewis and Clark transited to and from port in seven- to 10-day cycles delivering food, fuel and cargo to Peleliu – allowing the ship to remain on station to provide support to the overall relief efforts.” As of mid-September, the Lewis and Clark’s two embarked helicopters had delivered more than 800 pallets of routine supplies and humanitarian and disaster relief supplies, in addition to transporting more than 50 personnel transiting to assist in relief operations. In this Sept. 13 image, taken in the Mediterranean Sea, U.S. Navy Sailors aboard the amphibious transport dock ship USS Ponce signal to the Seafarers-crewed MSC fleet replenishment oiler USNS John Lenthall as pallets of supplies are transported during an underway replenishment. The Ponce is supporting relief efforts in Pakistan. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Nathanael Miller) � 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 2010-2019 Description An account of the resource Volumes LXXII-LXXXI of the Seafarers Log Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Seafarers Log Digital Copies 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 2010-2019 Document A resource containing textual data. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre text. 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